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Lot 52
§ Rudolf Belling, (German, 1886-1972), Cubist Composition, bronze, signed in the bronze and dated 1950, Noack, Berlin foundry stamp 50cm (20in) Other Notes: One of the most eminent German sculptors of classical modernism and a pioneer of sculptural abstraction, Rudolf Belling originally started out as a stage and costume designer. He produced sculptures and props for the theatre and films, notably receiving commissions from Max Reinhardt (1873-1943). A prolific and eclectic artist, Belling did not limit his work to sculpture alone, working also as scenographer, designer and architectural sculptor. Belling was much influenced by Expressionism, particularly by the painter and architect Hans Poelzig (1869-1936), however, he had the talent to move between styles. His artistic development was shaped by a variety of styles including futurism, constructivism, abstraction and naturalism. In 1919, he produced the first non-figurative abstract sculpture in the German-speaking world - 'Dreiklang' (Triad) - an iconic and pioneering example of abstract sculpture in Germany. Against the predominant theories of his time, put forward by the German sculptor Adolf von Hildebrand (1847-1921), Belling conceived his sculptures in space, adopting the so-called 'Belling System'. The present sculpture, which can be viewed from different perspectives, is an example of this then revolutionary approach to sculpture, as it encourages the observer to circle around it. One of the founding members of the artists' association, 'Novembergruppe', in Berlin, his political views did not conform with the Nazi ideology. Shortly after being elected a member of the Prussian Academy of Arts in 1931, he was forced to resign and he was banned from working in Germany, with his works being labelled as 'degenerate'. Unable to stay in his home country, Belling emigrated to Istanbul, where he lived for thirty years before being allowed to return to Germany at the age of 80. In the year before he died, Belling created the bronze sculpture, 'Blütenmotiv als Friedenssymbol' (Flower Motif as a Peace Symbol), which became the international landmark of the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich.
Lot 127
Augustus Fryer (Leonard's father, who was also employed by Waterlow as a stamp engraver), collection comprising: two stages of a design for a personal calling card; a study of an ocean liner contrasted with a galleon; a partial design for Waterlow & Sons advertising. Together with a USDA Meat Inspection Stamp and a 1947 500 lire Italy banknote, as found (6)
Lot 37
Leonard Douglas Fryer (British, 1891-1965), British Empire - Jamaica - Queen Elizabeth II - 1960 Stamp Centenary Commemorative issue: Bicoloured Essays: 2d blue and purple (Bristol Britannia 312 flying over City of Berlin 1860); 6d carmine and olive green (Postal mule-cart and motor van); 1s green and blue (1s stamps of 1860 &1960); - adopted (3)
Lot 1003
Victorian Royal Horse Artillery Officer’s Sword c.1846 by Henry Wilkinson Pall Mall London, un-numbered, straight un-fullered single edge blade with gold proof stamp, etched with crowned royal arms, cipher, regimental badge, thunderflash within ROYAL HORSE ARTILLERY all within tight foliage, together with owner’s crest, regulation triple bar guard, silver wire bound fish skin covered grip. Blade 90.5cms, overall 105cms. Good condition, covered in old varnish, minor age wear. Crest and motto of 2nd Lieut. Alexander John MacDougall, commissioned 6.8.1846, 1st Lieut. 7.5.1847, Second Captain 30.5.1854.
Lot 1012
Enfield Sword Bayonet, recurved single edge blade with English inspector’s stamp and German manufacturer’s stamp, regulation hilt with chequered leather grips, stamped 17 on pommel, in its regulation iron mounted leather scabbard. Blade 57cms, overall 71cms. Good condition. Worn overall.
Lot 1038
6 Shot 100 Bore Belgian J.J. Herman Patent Self-Cocking Ring Trigger Percussion Pepperbox Revolver, turn off damascus twist barrels, Liege proved, round steel frame engraved with foliage, top hammer with heart shaped shield, steel gripstrap stamped J.J. Herman D. Brevete, two piece bag shaped ebony grips. Overall length 21cms, barrels 8cms. Good condition. For the maker’s stamp see "Heer Der Neue Stockel", 1978, No 7588.
Lot 1089
Martini Henry .450’ Lever Action Carbine, frame and breech with government sale marks, ramp ladder rearsight, breech probably cut for drill purposes and subsequently restored, bayonet lug on front barrel band, iron cocking lever, butt with rear 5.5cms section spliced from a different weapon and with Enfield storekeeper’s stamp, 2nd class reserve stamp, and brass disc stamped 3 1894 V. I. Dt. A 382. Barrel 52cms, overall 96cms. Quite good condition, worn with some pitting.
Lot 770
Indian Sword Tulwar, 19th century, broad curved single edge pattern welded blade with false edge, cut with a single narrow fuller and with maker’s stamp, the ‘bite mark’ and deeply incised armoury number, iron hilt with silver damascened flowering foliage overall. Good condition, blade cleaned, some damascene worn from vulnerable locations. Blade 73cms.
Lot 773
Indian Sword Tulwar with Silver Damascened Iron Hilt (possibly Gwalioir) engraved with flowering foliage, blade with Islamic armourer’s stamp; another similar; another with slightly sickle-shaped blade and plain iron hilt; 4 Indian sword scabbards including 1 with a blade, and another with a provenance label; (all of the above 19th century), a decorative cast iron axe with horses amidst scrollsin relief on the head; a kukri with Hindu blade, an Ottoman brass cartouche box dated 1296, 4 vaguely Syrian or Bosnian daggers, an unidentified Indian cast steel knife (unfinished) and an African spear head. Average good condition.
Lot 783
Good Indian Gauntlet Sword Pata, 17th or 18th Century, broad straight double edge firangi blade cut with short fullers stamped struck with remains of European inscriptions, stamp and the plumed helmet, iron gauntlet hilt pierced with alternate solid bands and bands pierced with chevrons, the hilt entirely covered with gilt silver foil, front of guard with pierced foliate device, langets chiselled with a similar motif, iron arm strap chiselled en-suite, retaining original quilted padded lining. Good condition Overall 127cms.
Lot 274
Pat Reid rare 2 DDR stamp variety signed Escape from Colditz Castle RAF WW2 cover RAFES SC1. Good Condition. All signed pieces come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £3.99, EU from £5.99, Rest of World from £7.99.
Lot 677
European Stamp collection dating pre 1960 includes 10 sheets from countries such as Netherlands, Switzerland, Spain and San Marino. Good Condition. All signed pieces come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £3.99, EU from £5.99, Rest of World from £7.99.
Lot 686
Australia stamp collection includes 6, presentation packs such as Naval and Maritime War Vessels, World Heritage Sites of Australia, Working Life in the 1890s, Trains of Australia, The art of Albert Namatjira, Americas Cup and two envelopes with mint stamps. Good Condition. All signed pieces come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £3.99, EU from £5.99, Rest of World from £7.99.
Lot 693
Isle of Man commerative stamp presentation Golden Royal Wedding Anniversary 1947-1997 limited edition. Good Condition. All signed pieces come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £3.99, EU from £5.99, Rest of World from £7.99.
Lot 694
GB Stamp and cover collection over 20 pages of covers, Phqs and stamps dating back to the 70s stored in a S/G Thames cover album. Good Condition. All signed pieces come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £3.99, EU from £5.99, Rest of World from £7.99.
Lot 2153
Parker-Hale Enfield 1858 pattern .577 percussion hammer action muzzle loading 2 band smooth bored rifle with engraved lock and hammer, brass trigger guards and butt plate, sling suspension mounts, steel ram-rod, pop-up ladder sights, 'Parker Hale Ltd' stamp to the stock, bayonet mount and 33 inch barrel, overall length 124cm, length of pull 35.5cm, serial number 51225, in original box. PLEASE NOTE THAT A VALID RELEVANT FIREARMS/SHOTGUN CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED TO HANDLE/PURCHASE THIS ITEM.
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