AFTER BARTOLOMEO BASSI, A MONUMENTAL 'VERONA' MARBLE MASCARON OF POSEIDON ITALIAN, 20TH CENTURY Possibly carved by Giovanni Rizzardi, with decorative strengthening colour washes, the mask now on modern pedestal with metal bracket support approximately 188cm high overall, the mask 90.5cm high, 84cm wide, 21.5deep, the pedestal 80cm high, 73.5cm wide, 43.5cm deep Provenance: Property from the Kingshott Collection This mascaron is after Bartolomeo Bassi's late 16th century "Fontana del Mascherone", originally on the Campo Vaccino Rome. It is now located on the Piazza Pietro d'Illiria. By repute when purchased- this example may have been removed from the facade of a Palace (Palazzo) in Campo Santa Margerita in Venice.Please note, the cataloguing for this lot has been updated and now reads: "AFTER BARTOLOMEO BASSI, A MONUMENTAL 'VERONA' MARBLE MASCARON OF POSEIDON, ITALIAN, 20TH CENTURY, Possibly carved by Giovanni Rizzardi, with decorative strengthening colour washes" and not as printed in the catalogue.Condition Report: From close examination it would seem that the stone has been given decorative washes- to emphasise and produce the suggestion of richer colouring to the surface. Additionally there is further wash to the reverse to give suggestion of greater age. There is some surface wear- mild scuffs and abrasions which are not evident from 6 feet away. The piece is monumentally heavy- and fixes to the frame with inset large screws and bolts. For installation and transport of this piece Dreweatts have utilised RDM transport who provide the correct equipment and procedures to ensure safe installation and construction.http://rdmtransport.co.uk/Please refer to additional images for visual references to condition which forms part of this condition report.All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items.We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so, and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of descriptionAll lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer
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A CARVED BLACK MARBLE BOWL OR LABRUM ITALIAN, 18TH CENTURY Of scalloped oval form with mascaron to the rim 10.5cm high, 35cm wide, 22cm deep Condition Report: There are hairlines- some which feel natural- others less so. Verticla hairlines and radiating cracks visible through the body. And with distinct colour variance to the surface (darker patches that so not seem to conform with stone striation) we would conclude that there has been restoration to the piece. We have tried to indicate this using photographs but the dark surface makes it fairly difficult to pick up.Please see numerous additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report.All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items.We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so, and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of descriptionAll lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer
Group of objectsChinese including a Yixing teapot with applied leaf decoration to the exterior, a jadeite ring, a pair of glass balls, and three other hard stone carvings, the teapot 17cm across (7)Condition: The teapot mounts and handles have imperfections and some losses, all the carvings have general wear etc
Collection of jewellery consisting of: 9ct gold and amber necklace, bracelet and earring set, 18g approx overall, two double strand simulated pearl necklaces with silver gilt clasps, a bead necklace, sporting fob medallions and a Lee Hwa precious white metal stamped 750 and white stone bracelet, with certificate of authenticity, 12g approx overallAt present, there is no condition report prepared for this lot, this in no way indicates a good condition, please contact the saleroom for a full condition report
A BEZOAR STONE POSSIBLY 18TH CENTURY 8cm diameter (approx), 70 grams (approx) Catalogue Note Bezoar stones are usually found in ruminants but, by repute, this stone is from a lion. Bezoar stones were believed to be the universal antidote against any poison. The name derived from the Persian word 'pad zhar' meaning 'antidote against poison'.
AN INDO-PORTUGUESE SILVER MOUNTED BEZOAR STONE LATE 17TH / EARLY 18TH CENTURY of near spherical form, the filigree mounts with suspension rings and joined by chains 7cm diameter (approx) Catalogue Note Bezoar stones were believed to be the universal antidote against any poison. The name derived from the Persian word 'pad zhar' meaning 'antidote against poison'.
A Great War 1914 ‘Western Front’ D.C.M. awarded to Acting Sergeant Trumpeter W. Stone, 12th Lancers, for his gallantry during the operations near Messines, 23 October to 4 November 1914 Distinguished Conduct Medal, G.V.R. (4485 [sic] A. Sjt: Tptr: W. Stone. 12/Lrs.) light contact marks, very fine £1,000-£1,400 --- One of only 13 D.C.M.s awarded to the 12th Lancers for the Great War. D.C.M. London Gazette 17 December 1914: 4656 Acting Sergeant-Trumpeter A. Stone, 12th Lancers. ‘For coolness, gallantry, and exceptionally good work during the operations of 23 October to 4 November near Messines.’ Arthur Stone attested for the 12th Lancers and served with them as a Sergeant Trumpeter during the Great War on the Western Front from 15 August 1914, being awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal before the year’s end. Subsequently transferring to the Royal Irish Fusiliers with the rank of Warrant Officer Class I, he saw further service post-War in Mesopotamia (entitled to a 1914 Star trio and a General Service Medal with clasps for Iraq and N.W. Persia.)
An unusual Second War ‘Invasion of the South of France’, Operation Dragoon D.S.M. group of six awarded to Petty Officer Rigger J. J. Wright, Royal Navy, a Fleet Salvage crane driver from H.M.S. Byrsa who rescued two cranes under close range enemy mortar fire at Toulon Docks Distinguished Service Medal, G.VI.R. (P.O. Rigger J. J. Wright. C/JX. 583600) mounted on original investiture pin; 1939-45 Star; Africa Star; Italy Star; France and Germany Star; War Medal 1939-45, extremely fine (6) £1,400-£1,800 --- D.S.M. London Gazette 27 March 1945: ‘For distinguished service and gallantry during the invasion of the South of France - Petty Officer John Joseph Wright, C/JX. 583600.’ The original recommendation states: ‘On 24 August 1944 in a narrow street approaching Toulon docks two mobile 15 ton cranes in Wright’s charge became the target of close range enemy mortar fire. One crane was immediately hit, but Wright first turned the undamaged crane and then in full view of the enemy ran back and turned the other and brought it to safety. His outstanding courage and coolness undoubtedly saved these valuable and irreplaceable pieces of equipment.’ Description of action on recommendation dated 6 December 1944: ‘Operation “Dragoon”. Moving up of advanced salvage parties and equipment from the landing beaches to points of Toulon and Marseilles.’ John Joseph Wright was a skilled mechanic who volunteered and joined the Royal Army Service Corps at Chatham on 25 October 1939, and was sent as a driver to Egypt on 12 November 1939, at Abbassie Barracks, Heliopolis. He was driver to Generals Wilson, Stone, O’Connor and Sir James Marshall Cornwall and served in Egypt, Corsica, Italy, Southern France, Belgium and Germany. On 7 December 1942 he volunteered for the Royal Navy and was accepted. He was posted to the Royal Navy Fleet Salvage branch and was in a party of 30 Officers and men of H.M.S. Byrsa during the invasion of Southern France, holding the rank Petty Officer Rigger (crane driver). There were two of these 15 ton vehicles, the other driven by his brother. After the landings they were held up by a German Fortress at St. Tropez and were under heavy mortar fire. His brother was in trouble with his crane, so he drove to him and let him drive his vehicle, whilst under fire he got the other one started. He picked up two men from the Salvage Fleet, who were sheltering from mortar shells, and took them to safety. He finished his service on H.M.S. Lynx. After the war he lived at his home town of Strood, Rochester, and worked for some time at Chatham Dockyard. Sold with some copied research.
Pair: Stoker Petty Officer W. C. Vincent, Royal Navy British War and Victory Medals (148771 W. C. Vincent. S.P.O. R.N.) very fine Pair: Leading Stoker J. C. Gibbon, Royal Navy British War and Victory Medals (K.7270 J. C. Gibbon. L. Sto. R.N.) very fine Pair: Telegrapher P. I. Stone, Royal Navy British War and Victory Medals (J.86584 P. I. Stone. O. Tel. R.N.) edge bruising, heavily polished and worn, therefore fair Pair: Boy First Class A. E. H. M. Searle, Royal Navy British War and Victory Medals (J.70298 A. E. H. M. Searle. Boy 1. R.N.) very fine (8) £100-£140 --- William Charles Vincent was born at Brixham, Devon, on 10 January 1870 and joined the Royal Navy as a Stoker Second Class in H.M.S. Indus on 2 April 1889. He was advanced to Stoker, H.M.S. Cambridge, on 24 April 1890; Leading Stoker Second Class, H.M.S. Vivid II, on 18 September 1900; and Leading Stoker First Class at Keyham Torpedo Stores on 18 December 1902. He was further advanced to Stoker Petty Officer, H.M.S. Cornwallis, on 1 July 1906, and was awarded his Long Service and Good Conduct Medal in July 1907. He was shore pensioned in March 1911, but was recalled for War service in 1914. During the Great War he served in H.M.S. Vivid II, H.M.S. St. George (Beaver) and H.M.S. Europa, but does not appear entitled to the 1914-15 Star. Joseph Charles Gibbon was born at Lambeth, London, on 8 September 1887 and joined the Royal Navy as a Stoker Second Class in H.M.S. Victory II on 24 June 1910. He was advanced to Stoker First Class, H.M.S. Impregnable, on 17 August 1911, and to Acting Leading Stoker, H.M.S. Lord Nelson, in March 1914. During the Great War he served in H.M.S. Attentive, H.M.S. Victory II, H.M.S. Exmouth, H.M.S. St. George (Lady Betty) and H.M.S. Kent. He was discharged to shore on 30 July 1921. Percy Ivan Stone was born at Paddington, London, on 3 June 1900 and joined the Royal Navy as a Boy Second Class in H.M.S. Powerful on 21 March 1918. He was advanced to Boy Telegrapher, H.M.S. Ganges, on 6 August 1918, and to Ordinary Telegrapher,on 3 June 1918. He was further advanced to Telegrapher, H.M.S. Victory I, on 30 September 1921. Awarded his Long Service and Good Conduct Medal in June 1933, he remained in naval service until 2 June 1940 when pensioned from H.M.S. St. Angelo, but was re-employed the following day, and was advanced to Temporary Leading Signaller on 7 August 1941. He was released from Service in September 1945. Albert Edward Henry May Searle was born at Paignton, Devonand joined the Royal Navy as a Boy Second Class in H.M.S. Impregnable, on 10 May 1917. He was advanced to Boy First Class on 20 October 1917, and subsequently served in H.M.S. Curlew and H.M.S. Pembroke I. He was invalided out of the Navy in August 1918.
Magic Lantern Slides of Stonehenge,An interesting collection of slides of stonehenge taken in 1922, slides titled 'Stonehenge from the side', Stonehenge outer circle & inner blue stone', Stonehenge the Friar's heel and others, along with slides of the stone circle and standing stones at Avebury, other various standing stones, details of Glastonbury Abbey and Tintern Abbey all by the same photographer and all from 1922/23, in a pine case (37 slides)
Royal Artillery Officer's 1878 Home Service Helmet. A good clean example of a blue cloth helmet, tailored by William Stone of London. Complete with gilt metal OR's cross piece, ball top and rose bosses supporting a leather backed chin chain. To the front a die-stamped Other Rank's / NCO's brass post 1901 Royal Artillery pattern helmet plate (only one set of fixing holes to the shell). The interior with leather sweatband with crimson cloth edging. The sweatband with paper label with name STONE J.S.W. Good clean condition. Good clean condition. Possible worn by Brigadier John Southam Wycherley Stone OBE MC who was commissioned into the Royal Engineers 1914. Surviving the war he remained with the Engineers and was promoted to Temporary Brigadier Chief Engineer Southern Command 1942-43
Captain John W. Thompson Jr U.S. Marine Corps "Marines And Others" 1st Edition published by Charles Scribners Sons New York 1929 the green hard back with gilt writing to the front and spine, Robert W. Service "Rhymes Of A Rolling Stone" 1st Edition published by Dodd Mead & Company New York 1912 the green hard back with gilt tooling to the front, A Hamilton Gibbs "Harness" 1st Edition published by Little Brown & Co 1928, Ernest Thompson Seton "Wild Animals I Have Known" with 200 installations published by Charles Scribners Sons 1916 the green hard back with various animals to the front cover and spine with gilt writing, Charles Reade ESQ "Christie Johnstone" 1st Edition published by Ticknor & Fields Boston 1855 the brown hard back with a tooled front and gilt writing to the spine, Madison Cooper "The Haunted Hacienda" Signed 1st Edition published by Houghton Mifflin Company Boston 1955, Colonel Robert E. Wyllie General Staff USA "Orders Decorations And Insignia Military And Civil" with 367 illustrations published by G.P. Putnams Sons New York USA 1921 the blue hard back with black writing to the front and spine, Samuel Chamberlain "Through France With A Sketchbook" published by Robert M McBride & Co New York 1929, E L Jordan PhD "Hammonds Nature Atlas Of America" 1st Edition with 320 original paintings published by Maplewood N J New York 1952 the black hard back with a green spine (9)
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