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Vinyl - New Wave / Synth Wave / Rock / Pop - Over 70 mainly UK pressings 12” singles including rarities, Test Pressings, many Promos and big name artists such as: Japan, Madonna, Blondie, Sparks, The Police, Duran Duran, Visage, Orange Juice, Spandau Ballet, Level 42, Single Minds, Kirsty MacColl, Curve, Heaven 17 and many more. Mostly from the 1980’s and early 1990’s. Condition varies but also including many unplayed examples and some still sealed (Some could use cleaning after being stored for over 30 years)

A Mamaya 645 camera with Mamiya-Sekor 80mm 2,8 lens (boxed), a Mamiya-Sekor 55mm 2,8 lens boxed, a boxed deluxe Mamiya L-Grip Holder and a Boxed Mamiya waist level Finder-S

A French ornate white metal miniature mignonette timepiece, second half 19th century, the elaborate case with handle modelled as two winged mythical beasts, over caryatids to each corner on a base with female masks, having scrolling foliage and vacant cartouches to corners and pierced scrolling floral panels to sides and reverse, the silvered dial with Roman numerals, marked A.H. Rodanet Paris to underside and stamped 2334P and 93, engraved Aiguilles, with blued steel hands, having platform level escapement, with original fabric-covered carrying case, 8cm high, 4.5cm wide, 4cm deep Note: The famous 19th century Parisian retailer A.H. Rodanet specialized in selling timepieces and chronometers. Located at 38 Rue Vivienne, the store was one of the largest retailers at the time in France, notably also one of Patek Philippe’s largest retailers in the late 19th century.Please note that Roseberys do not guarantee working order or time keeping of any automatic, mechanical, quartz or other timepiece.Please refer to department for condition report

A George III burr-yew wheel barometer, by James Gatty, London, c.1800, the case with three brass urn finials and kingwood banding, holding glazed panels for the 10-inch silvered dial calibrated in barometric inches with the usual observations and manually operated pierced brass recording hand, within a brass bezel, the hygrometer at top with adjustment screw below, over arched silvered detachable Fahrenheit spirit thermometer, the base with spirit level signed Jas Gatty, No 130, high Holb, LONDON, 109cm high Provenance: with Mallet at Bourdon House, 1970. Please note Roseberys do not guarantee the working condition of barometers offered for sale. Literature: N. Goodison, English Barometers, 1977, frontispiece and cover, pp. 149-52. Note: James Gatty is recorded in Goodison, Nicholas English Barometers 1680-1860 working from 130 and 132 High Holborn. His exact dates or whether he started as an optician or immigrant glassblower are unknown, however a barometer by him was included in the sale of Sir William Chambers s furniture in 1796; a James Gattey is also recorded as working from 64 Tooley Street in 1802. Gatty is considered to be probably the most sought-after maker of early wheel barometers which tend to be of the finest quality. Please note Roseberys do not guarantee the working condition of barometers offered for sale. Ivory registration submission reference: B4UPMH45This lot contains liquid mercury. If you intend to ship this overseas it is classified as hazardous cargo and will require additional declarations alongside specialist crating/packing. Prior to bidding, please contact your shipper or talk to our specialists for more information.

A COLLECTION OF HORNBY-DUBLO 1930'S ITEMS TO INCLUDE TWO STATIONS A BRIDGE AND A LEVEL CROSSING

A GEORGE II SILVER TWIN HANDLED CUP, with S scroll handles, the front and back engraved with different crests, one of which incorporates an elephant's head on a coronet and motto 'ARMA GERO', raised girdle, short pedestal, stepped circular foot, maker's mark indistinct, London 1732, 20.55ozt, 639.2 grams, height 16cm (Condition report: slight dent in front of the base of one handle, another diagonally opposite, foot is slightly misshapen but sits level on a flat surface)

Five prints after L S Lowry, not from editions:Clitheroe Street, 53x66cm;Level Crossing with Train, 44.5x55cm;Waiting for the Shop to Open, 39x49cm;Man Lying on a Wall, 25.5x32.5cm;a man in a raincoat, 30x13cm;each framed and glazed.Qty: 5

1967 Triumph TR4A IRS Transmission: manualMileage:2313Produced between 1961 and 1967, the Triumph TR4 combined a new, modern, and aggressive body design by famed Italian stylist, Giovanni Michelotti, with the basic chassis of the previous TR3A. The TR4 also improved passenger comfort with wind-up windows, face-level ventilation, and an optional hardtop. When equipped with the optional overdrive, the TR4 was good for a top speed of almost 110mph. Following on from the TR4, the new TR4A was phased in smoothly at the beginning of 1965 and introduced an all new independent rear suspension system (IRS), which provided exceptional rear wheel camber control with excellent wheel travel while softer springs improved the ride quality. The press was happy to see an all independent car, and Triumph was pleased to be the first British car manufacturer to have all independent suspensions under every car in their line-up. At the Sebring 12 Hours in 1966, ample proof of the validity of the IRS was provided when three IRS equipped TR4As achieved a remarkable 1-2-3 class victory.Unrivalled by any TR4A the consigner has ever seen before, the example offered here is certainly impressive and one that is not to be missed. The supplied BMI Heritage certificate tells us that this car is a home market example, despatched in May 1967, but not registered until September 1967 in Tonbridge Wells. Unusually, as a very late model TR4A, the car has the 'squared off' seats that were to be fitted to the TR5's. It is also fitted with the correct 'gold' shocks, an overdrive gearbox, original Stampart seatbelts, original steering wheel, original centre binnacle, Lucas PL headlights, original switches, a rear seat, correct 60 spoke wheels shod by Period Michelin tyres and boasts a mohair hood and hood cover. The car was subject to a high-level restoration around 2007 that had concours in mind. As such, extra attention to the quality of the restoration was made. A nut and bolt, ground up restoration was undertaken and the resulting panel gaps are unlike any the consigner has seen on a TR before. The underneath of the car is as clean as above with the engine bay just as beautifully presented. Indeed, the vendor reports the car to run and drive as flawlessly as it looks, with the overdrive gearbox also shifting perfectly.Supplied with a UK V5C registration document, BMI Heritage Certificate, owner's handbook, original chassis plate, photographic record of its restoration, file of receipts and a MoT test certificate valid until July 2023. To restore a car to this level today would be incredibly expensive and as a result, presents a unique opportunity.

1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE Cabriolet (3.5 Litre) Transmission: automaticMileage:56536Publicly displayed for the first time at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1967, the car quite rightly caused a sensation. For buyers that were in the market for a convertible there was no finer choice than the 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet, it was the fastest, most lavish, and most expensive convertible offered by Mercedes-Benz. For those who appreciate the finest things in life, this car more than lived up to those expectations. A silky-smooth ride was courtesy of a delightful V8 engine that was manufactured using a cast-iron block and aluminium cylinder heads, each equipped with a single overhead camshaft. Capable of reaching speeds around 125mph and 0-60mph in less than ten seconds, performance is best described as brisk. Inside the car, passengers are treated to the level of understated elegance that one would expect in a car of this calibre and financial investment. Burled walnut dashboards and sumptuous leather seating ensured that the passengers not only drove in style, but in utmost comfort. Equipped with automatic transmission, air conditioning, electric windows and a radio were all standard fitments.This stunning, highly desirable and collectable,  original 111.027 3.5 litre 280 SE Cabriolet is finished in deep green with contrasting biscuit leather trim and tan hood. The car is in fabulous order and a credit to an extensive restoration and recommissioning in the early 2000's. As with all 280SE Convertibles, the interior is the real 'pièce de resistance' along with chromework, of which there is a plentiful supply on this car. Originally supplied to the USA, the car went through an exhaustive mechanical overhaul by Mercedes-Benz specialist Black Forest in Glendale, Wisconsin before being purchased by the current owner from William Loughran in the UK in 2011. This Mercedes-Benz has been the pride and joy of the present owner and he has had it stored for several years.  Recently, serviced and maintained by Windrush, this rare luxury cabriolet looks fabulous.  This is an ideal classic, perfect for every driving especially when the sun comes out, providing open top touring and attracting admiring glances everywhere. Supplied with a tool roll, a V5/C registration document, original book pack and invoices, this 3.5 litre, 280 SE Cabriolet is the perfect example for the discerning collector. This is the one to have!

1963 Mercedes-Benz 220 SEb Fintail Transmission: automaticMileage:30159The Mercedes-Benz W111 was a chassis code given to a range of Mercedes vehicles produced between 1959 and 1971. Series production of the four-door sedan began in August 1959, which made its debut at the Frankfurt Auto Show in autumn. Initially the series consisted of the 220b, 220Sb, and 220SEb. These replaced the (W105) 219, the (W180) 220S and the (W128) 220SE Ponton sedans respectively. The 220b was an entry-level version with little chrome trim, simple hubcaps, and basic interior trim that lacked pockets on doors, moving up to the SEb as the top specification. The body was modern and featured characteristic American-style tailfins that gave the models their Heckflosse nickname - German for 'fintail'. Originally registered to Woking Motors in 1963 this example was, according to the original buff logbook and military papers, sold to its original owner a Mr Woolls later that year. According to the road tax records and logbook details the car was last on the road in 1966, the year we understand Mr Woolls passed away, and the car was locked away in a garage for a staggering 55 years. The car remained garaged and off the road until 2021 when our vendor discovered the car and began a recommissioning program. He discovered that the car was in astonishing condition, the interior is a genuine time warp with the woodwork all in very good condition and leather after being professionally cleaned reflects the low 30,000 miles. Amazingly once a new battery was fitted we are told everything electrical worked. Inside the door shut is a badge declaring the last service interval at 30,000 miles, still existing because the bodywork has been left original and unrestored. The recommissioning was predominantly mechanical as to be expected, with new unleaded valves, reconditioned cylinder head, new oil, tyres, fan belt and brake lines, and we are told the car now runs and drives beautifully. Supplied with the original buff logbook detailing the original ownership only, therefore the new owner will need to apply for a new V5 registration document. This is a lovely low mileage, time warp example of the flagship S class still with two sets of keys and which is completely original€¦. such cars are only original once!

1973 Jaguar Series I XJ12 (Short Wheelbase) Transmission: automaticMileage:861The Jaguar XJ6 was the long-awaited replacement for both the Mk. X, S-Type and Mk. I saloons of the 1960's. The XJ had an all-new body that utilised the legendary XK engine initially in either 2.8 or 4.2 litre form. Independent rear suspension was essentially a modified design from the previous saloons. The XJ debuted in 1968 and was produced in three different Series through until 1992. It was the last Jaguar to have direct development input from the company's founder, Sir William Lyons. At the launch, he referred to the new XJ saloon as the finest Jaguar ever. It was indeed very well received and set new standards for ride quality and comfort in its class. A new flagship model was announced in July 1972 featuring simplified grille treatment and housing the mighty 5.3, V12 engine used in the E-Type. The car as presented at that time was the world's only mass-produced 12-cylinder four-door car, and was able to boast a top speed 'around 140 mph'. Despatched from Jaguar Cars on 28th December 1972 to Henlys in Bournemouth and registered on 3rd January 1973, this Jaguar has been owned by the vendor since 1st June 1988. The Old English White coachwork is in good order as is the blue leather trim, it should be pointed out that the headlining is suffering from the usual sagging. These mighty Jaguars were outstanding cars at the time, the level of luxury, smoothness and prestige set the standard for others to follow. A good history folder accompanies this XJ12 short wheelbase with invoices dating back to 1992. The vendor has clearly looked after this Jaguar, with the car residing in a carpeted, heated garage. She has been used little of late and will require some light recommissioning. This is a very honest good straight example, the vendor even went to the extent of having a badge bar fitted in a unique way. Offered for sale for the first time in 34 years this XJ12 will attract admiring glances wherever she appears.

22 x 80's Pop and Rock related press release photographs. Artists to include Black Lace, Communards, Stewart Copeland, Erasure, Nick Heyward, Holly Johnson, Simon Le Bon, Annie Lennox, Level 42, Living In A Box, Jimmy Somerville. Sold as part of the East Anglian Music Archive's collection, funding ongoing music projects.

A hallmarked silver and leather 1/4 pint hip flask. The flask having partial leather cover with level window having silver hinged bulbous lid  and monogrammed silver bottom. Hallmarked Sheffield 1925. Makers mark JD&S for James Dixon & Sons Ltd. Measures approx 14 inches high.

* Laurence Stephen Lowry RA (1887-1976)'Level Crossing, Burton-on-Trent'offset lithograph in colours, signed 'L S Lowry' in pencil l.r., with Fine Art Trade Guild blind stampimage 41 x 57cmProvenance: With Halcyon Gallery, LondonCondition ReportFramed size: 80 x 94.5cm.Not viewed out of frame, fading to the colours of the print, print has slipped and needs re-attaching to mount, some mount staining and time staining around image, please contact the department for an out of the frame examination of the print.Fine Art Trade Guild Stamp letters are: 'JAJ'

* Laurence Stephen Lowry RA (1887-1976)'The Level Crossing'offset lithograph in colours, signed 'L S Lowry' in pencil l.r., published by Patrick Seale Prints, 1973, with blind stampimage 46 x 55.8cmsheet 60.8 x 70.8cmCondition ReportFramed size: 66 x 74.5cmViewed out of frame, some mount staining around edges of the image, please refer to illustrations, otherwise no other obvious flaws. Generally well-presented.

JOHNNIE WALKER BLUE LABELBlended whisky.Bottle Number: S 1237843% ABV / 75clGood fill level in mid shoulder (consistent with bottle style).

A Quantity of Tinplate Hornby 'O' Gauge Trackside Buildings and Accessories,to include s pre-war station building with ramps 'Margate', a boxed No.1 water tank, a boxed No.1 level crossing.

A fine Great War ‘1917’ FE2d and DH4 Ace’s M.C. group of three awarded to Major H. R. Harker, Royal Flying Corps and Royal Air Force - a skilled Flight Commander with 57 Squadron, who extricated his bomber formation from a dog fight with a vastly superior numbered German force led by Lothar Von Richthofen, 30 April 1917. A veteran of such skirmishes during ‘Bloody April’, Harker went on to claim at least 5 Victories before tragically succumbing to the Spanish Flu pandemic of 1919 Military Cross, G.V.R., reverse engraved ‘1917 Awarded To 2nd Lieut. (Temp. Capt.) H. R. Harker. R.F.C. “Consistently Set A Splendid Example To His Brother Officers” Died 27.2.1919 Major In R.A.F.’; British War and Victory Medals, with M.I.D. oak leaves, mounted upside down (Capt. H. R. Harker. R.F.C.) mounted for display, good very fine (3) £3,000-£4,000 --- M.C. London Gazette 9 January 1918: ‘For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. For nearly a year he has carried out extremely valuable work in taking aeroplane photographs and leading bombing raids far behind the enemy lines, often in the face of great opposition and trying weather conditions. On a recent occasion while returning from a successful bombing raid his formation was attacked by more than twice its number but by his fine offensive spirit and skilful leadership the enemy were dispersed. He has consistently set a splendid example to his brother officers.’ M.I.D. London Gazette 27 May 1919. Howard Redmayne Harker was born in May 1891, and was the son of Mr and Mrs J. D. Harker of Prestwich, Manchester. He was educated at Laurence House School, St. Annes-on-Sea, Rossall School and Manchester University. Harker had been a member of the university O.T.C., and upon leaving in 1913 was employed in the Experimental Department of the Royal Air Craft Factory. Eventually, despite deferment because of important war work, he successfully obtained a commission as a Second Lieutenant in the Royal Flying Corps in April 1916. Harker gained his Royal Aero Club Certificate (No. 2945) in May 1916, and having completed his flying training advanced to Flying Officer the following month. He was posted for operational flying with the newly formed 57 Squadron (FE2d’s) to France, 16 December 1916. The Squadron were employed on fighter reconnaissance duties, and Harker achieved their first victory when flying with Second Lieutenant V. D. Fernauld (an American) as his observer, 24 March 1917. The Combat Report gives the following: ‘FE2d A/1954, armed with 2 Lewis guns, Pilot 2/Lt. H. R. Harker, Observer 2/Lt. V. D. Fernauld engaged a hostile aircraft at 1145, east of Lens, at 9,000ft. The H.A. was a signle seat tractor biplane with one or two fixed guns. The H.A. was engaged from above on his right side with the sun behind the FE2d. A burst of about 20 rounds was fired, from almost directly above the H.A. at a range of less than 50 yards, by the Oobserver. The tracer bullets were seen entering the engine and fuselage, and H.A. went down practically vertically, twisting about....’ The superiority of the German aircraft was to come to the fore the following month, known as ‘Bloody April’, when the Squadron lost a number of pilots in combat. Harker wrote home, 7 April 1917: ‘We are having quite a busy time of late for reasons which you will gather by the time you get this letter and see its date. We are engaged in the somewhat arduous and occasionally mildly exciting task of gaining what the politicians love to call ‘The supremacy of the air.’ I have for the third time been appointed acting Flight Commander and may possibly remain so this time. The man who relieved me of my temporary command the last time went over the line yesterday morning and the unkind Huns promptly shot him down and he landed within 50 yards of our outposts in front of the Hindenburg line. He is now in ‘Blighty’ I expect. He was luckier than the other four machines, which did not return all... This particular patrol were asked to do a well nigh impossible task which we have not been required to repeat so you need not think I am likely to follow them... It is somewhat parky in the upper atmosphere just now and many of us are suffering from mild frostbite...’ A ‘scrap’ with Lothar Von Richthofen Harker led a bombing formation, 30 April 1917, which had a brush with Lothar von Richthofen: ‘Forty minutes after his destruction of the 16 Squadron BE, Lothar Von Richthofen and his command, together with elements of Jasta 12, spotted a formation of FEs in the morning light. The FEs, led by Captain H. R. Harker (A6401), were from 57 Squadron. Earlier at 06.50 the British had spotted German fighters over Lécluse but, outnumbered as they were, had decided that discretion was the better part of valour and withdrew. At 07.00 over Vitry, they were approached by yet another formation of enemy scouts, six above them and three others at their own altitude. In the initial attack, two of the FE’s fell, one to Lothar, the other to the leader of Jasta 12, Adolf von Tutschek.... Another of the FE’s (A1966) was picked off by the three enemy scouts operating at the lower level.... An enemy machine was also hit, going down two miles SW of Douai. Yet another of the German planes went down under the fire of the FE’s, landing near to Vitry at 07.15. The German losses were soon more than made good by the arrival of reinforcements.... Still the Germans continued not to commit themselves to an all-out attack, a situation which allowed Harker and three other FE’s to edge their way slowly back to the British lines.’ (Under the Guns of the German Aces, by N. Franks and H. Giblin refers). It is highly likely that the above action is one the one referred to in the recipient’s M.C. citation. Harker advanced to Acting Captain and Flight Commander after ‘Bloody April’. The Squadron re-equipped with DH4’s in May 1917, and was tasked with long range bomber reconnaissance. It moved to Boisdinghem the following month, and joined the 27th Wing as part of V Brigade. The latter was employed in support of the British Army during the Ypres Offensive, and this new role seems to have suited Harker as he added at least another 4 enemy aircraft to his score between 18 June - 21 August 1917 (some sources credit him with 7 enemy aircraft shot down). Having completed his tour with 57 Squadron, Harker returned to the UK at the end of August 1917. Subsequent appointments included as Acting Squadron Commander of 3 I.T.S., and also instructing at No. 2 School of Navigation and Bomb Dropping, R.A.F. Andover. He advanced to Acting Major in October 1918, and tragically succumbed to the then raging Spanish Flu pandemic, dying at the Officer’s Military Hospital at Tidworth, 27 February 1919. Major Harker was mentioned in despatches for his work at Andover, and this was posthumously gazetted. He is buried in the Southern Cemetery, Manchester. Sold with a large amount of copied research, including photographic images.

The outstanding Second War ‘V.C. Action’ immediate D.F.M. group of five awarded to Stirling rear gunner, Warrant Officer H. W. ‘Pete’ Gough, 149 (East India) Squadron, Royal Air Force - awarded for his gallantry during the raid on the Fiat Works, Turin, 28 November 1942 - when all the crew were valiant, and his pilot Flight Sergeant R. H. Middleton was awarded a posthumous Victoria Cross. Gough had already flown 32 operational sorties prior to Turin, completing his 30 operation quota, but had decided along with another crew member in a similar position to remain with their pilot until his tour of duty was completed. What followed were two epic flights over, or in their case through, the Alps in an already faulty aircraft that subsequently became riddled with flak and piloted by two gravely wounded men. Gough along with the remainder of his crew baled out over England, thanks to the heroics of Middleton. Gough was unflappable, and no stranger to adversity - his first two operational sorties having been the first Thousand Bomber Raids to Cologne and Essen, earlier in the year. Perhaps it is no surprise then that after the death of his skipper and two other members of the crew, he volunteered to serve with 161 Squadron - a ‘Secret Squadron.’ He flew as an air gunner in Hudsons on at least 24 operational sorties with the Squadron, dropping agents and supplies all over occupied Europe. Gough was forced to bale out again, when on his last operational sortie of the war, 11 April 1945. Returning from a Special Operation to Germany - his Log Book records the incident thus - ‘(Baled - Out). All In The Days Work’ Distinguished Flying Medal, G.VI.R. (1130087. Sgt. H. W. Gough. R.A.F.) suspension claw re-pinned, and slack; 1939-45 Star; Air Crew Europe Star, 1 clasp, France and Germany; Defence and War Medals 1939-45, mounted on card for display, otherwise generally very fine or better (5) £6,000-£8,000 --- D.F.M. London Gazette 12 February 1943 (jointly listed with the surviving members of the crew: Flight Sergeant L. A. Hyder [D.F.M.]; Flight Sergeant D. Cameron [D.F.M.]; Flying Officer G. R. Royde [D.F.C.] and Pilot Officer N. E. Skinner [D.F.C.]): ‘On 28th November 1942, these members of an aircraft crew took part in an attack on a target in Turin. Whilst over the target area, their bomber was repeatedly hit by anti-aircraft fire and sustained much damage. A shell, which burst in the cockpit, rendered the captain, the late Flight Sergeant Middleton, VC unconscious and wounded the second pilot Flight Sergeant Hyder in the face and legs. Pilot Officer Skinner was also wounded in the leg. Despite his injuries Flight Sergeant Hyder took over the controls and succeeded in regaining control of the aircraft, which had dived from 2,000 to 800 feet. Later the bomb load was released. Shortly afterwards the captain regained consciousness, but Flight Sergeant Hyder, after receiving first aid, insisted on remaining beside him in case of emergency. On the return flight when crossing the Alps, Flight Sergeant Cameron and Sergeant Gough greatly assisted the pilot to maintain height by jettisoning all moveable equipment. Skilful navigation by Flying Officer Royde enabled the aircraft to be flown back to this country. Shortly after crossing the coast the aircraft had to be abandoned owing to lack of petrol. In the face of almost insuperable odds, these members of the aircraft crew displayed courage, fortitude, and determination of a high order.’ Middleton’s V.C. citation London Gazette 15 January 1943, adds further context: ‘Flight Sergeant Middleton was captain and first pilot of a Stirling aircraft detailed to attack the Fiat Works at Turin one night in November, 1942. Great difficulty was experienced in climbing to 12,000 feet to cross the Alps, which led to excessive consumption of fuel. So dark was the night that the mountain peaks were almost invisible. During the crossing Flight Sergeant Middleton had to decide whether to proceed or turn back, there being barley sufficient fuel for the return journey. Flares were sighted ahead and he continued the mission and even dived to 2,000 feet to identify the target, despite the difficulty of regaining height. Three flights were made over Turin at this low altitude before the target was identified. The aircraft was then subjected to fire from light anti-aircraft guns. A large hole appeared in the port main plane which made it difficult to maintain lateral control. A shell then burst in the cockpit, shattering the windscreen and wounding both pilots. Apiece of shell splinter tore into the side of Flight Sergeant Middleton´s face, destroying his right eye and exposing the bone over his eye. He was probably wounded also in the body or legs. The second pilot received wounds in the head and both legs bled profusely. The wireless operator was also wounded in the leg. Flight Sergeant Middleton became unconscious and the aircraft dived to 800 feet before control was regained by the second pilot, who took the aircraft up to 1500 feet and released the bombs. There was still light flak, some very intense, and the aircraft was hit many times. The three gunners replied continuously until the rear turret was put out of action. Flight Sergeant Middleton had now recovered consciousness and, when clear of the target, ordered the second pilot back to receive first aid. Before this was completed the latter insisted on returning to the cockpit, as the captain could see very little and could only speak with loss of blood and great pain. Course was set for base and the crew now faced an Alpine crossing and a homeward flight in a damaged aircraft, with insufficient fuel. The possibilities of abandoning the air-craft or landing in Northern France were discussed but Flight Sergeant Middleton expressed the intention of trying to make the English coast, so that his crew could leave the aircraft by parachute. Owing to his wounds and diminishing strength, he knew that, by then, he would have little or no chance of saving himself. After four hours, the French coast was reached and here the aircraft, flying at 6,000 feet, was once more engaged and hit by intense light anti-aircraft fire. Flight Sergeant Middleton was still at the controls and mustered sufficient strength to take evasive action. After crossing the Channel there was only sufficient fuel for 5 minutes flying. Flight Sergeant Middleton ordered the crew to abandon the aircraft while he flew parallel with the coast for a few miles, after which he intended to head out to sea. Five of the crew left the aircraft safely, while two remained to assist Flight Sergeant Middleton. The aircraft crashed in the sea and the bodies of the front gunner and flight engineer were recovered the following day. Their gallant captain was apparently unable to leave the aircraft and his body has not been traced. Flight Sergeant Middleton was determined to attack the target regardless of the consequences and not to allow his crew to fall into enemy hands. While all the crew displayed heroism of a high order, the urge to do so came from Flight Sergeant Middleton, whose fortitude and strength of will made possible the completion of the mission. His devotion to duty in the face of overwhelming odds is unsurpassed in the annals of the Royal Air Force.’ Gough’s original recommendation states: ‘Sergeant Gough has completed 32 sorties with this squadron as a rear gunner. These include no less than ten sorties against targets in the Ruhr district and four against Italian targets in Genoa and Turin. On his last trip with this squadron, he was detailed with his crew to carry out a low-level attack against the Fiat works to the South of Turin. The aircraft was heav...

CLASSIC ROCK & POP - LP/ 7" COLLECTION. A smashing collection of around 84 LPs & 66 7" singles. Artists/ titles include Patti Smith - Dream Of Life (209172), Peter Gabriel inc Us-Real World (PGMC7), Tracy Chapman - S/T, Genesis inc Invisible Touch, We Can't Dance. Mike Oldfield - Tubular Bells II, Eric Clapton - Journeyman, Michael Jackson - Bad, INXS inc X, Listen Like Thieves, Kick. Simply Red - Stars, Stevie Wonder - Songs In The Key Of Life, U2 - The Joshua Tree. Mike And The Mechanics, Cat Stevens, M People, Hue And Cry, T Rex, Various - The Age Of Atlantic, Level 42, Elvis Presley, The Island Story, Bumpers, Rod Stewart, The Alan Parsons Project, Faces, Rick Astley, Gloria Estefan, Brotherhood Of Man, Frankie Valli, The Who, Black Sabbath, Redbone, Gene Vincent, The Shadows. LPs appear to be in superb Ex to Ex+ condition. Sleeves more VG+ to Ex+. 7" are generally VG to Ex+.

80's POP / NEW WAVE - CD COLLECTION. Brilliant collection of around 110 x CDs to include deluxe editions and box sets. Titles / Artists include Wet Wet Wet - Popped In Souled Out (30th Anniversary Edition - 5760569 - Sealed), Abba inc. Voulez-Vous, Super Trouper, The Visitors and The Album, Bananarama inc. Deep Sea Diving and True Confessions, Simply Red inc. Stars (5144-26273-2), A New Flame and Picture Book, Grace Jones inc. Warm Leverette (00753 66071) and Nightclubbing (00753 48060), Kate Bush, The Blow Monkeys, Bangles, Culture Club, The Big Sound Authority, Level 42 and The Police. Condition is generally Ex+ / As New.

Informel - - Zao Wou-Ki. (1921 Peking - 2013 Nyon, Schweiz). Ibiza (La Mer). 2007. Farblithographie auf chamoisfarbenem Papier. 29,7 x 41,5 cm (49 x 64,3 cm, Sichtmaß). Auf Chinesisch sowie zusätzlich mit "Zao" signiert und nummeriert. Unter Plexiglas gerahmt (ungeöffnet). - Guter Zustand mit leuchtenden, vibrierenden Farben. Eines von 99 Exemplaren. - "From now on, only one desire governs the work of Zao Wou-Ki, only one effort counts: to display the sign by raising it to a universal level. A desire and effort already perceived by the adolescent boy of fourteen when at school in Hangzhou. He always asked himself the same questions:'How to represent the wind? How to paint the emptiness? And the light, its brightness, its purity? I id not want to reproduce but to juxtapose forms, to assemble them in order to find in them the whispering wind over still water.'". Zit. n.: Dora Vallier, Zaou Wou-Ki, The graphic work. A catalogue raisonnée, S. 10. Colour lithograph on buff paper. Signed and numbered in Chinese and additionally with "Zao". Framed under plexiglass (unopened). - Good condition with bright and vibrant colours. - One of 99 copies.

Stephen Archer & Simon Harries: Aston Martin Zagato; a signed leather-bound Special limited edition by Palawan Press,published by Palawan Press 1998, bound in navy blue Nubuck leather by The Wyvern Bindery, London, numbered 0020 of 175, a good copy of this rare and sought-after title, 408 numbered pages, an illustrative history of the car and it's racing successes, with many photographic illustrations by Richard Newton, signed to title page with dedication 'To a dear friend' by the authors, Harold Beach, and Ted Cutting, complete with four accompanying prints and a poster, all contained within a leather-covered presentation box applied with Zagato 'Z' plaque engraved with edition number 00420, some light marks to binding and library box. Footnotes:Lots 1 to 10 are properties from The Motoring Library and Estate of the Late Brian K. Joscelyne.Brian K. Joscelyne (1934-2020), a Surveyor by trade, had a keen interest in motoring and motor racing from an early age. Influenced by his father, Lewis Hamilton Joscelyne, who had bought him an Aston Martin 15/98 at aged 20 in 1954, he has been a long-standing member and contributor of the Aston Martin Owners Club. Brian raced, amongst other cars, a DB3 and a DB3S at AMOC and other events, during the 1960s and 1970s, winning the Arthur Bryant Trophy in 1960 and 1961, and also competed at Le Mans. Although Brian had accomplished many skills and much experience during his motoring life, including car mechanic, race team manager and owner, and amateur racing driver, his forte was motoring photography. Although not professionally trained, his high-level enthusiasm was evident in the quality of his images, taken at many competitive events and races from the 1950s to 1970s across the UK and Europe, his Pentax and Voigtlander cameras always at his side. Brian's photographic work has been very much admired and respected and has been reproduced in various motoring publications.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: •• Zero rated for VAT, no VAT will be added to the Hammer Price or the Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Highland Park The Dragon-1961Distilled at Highland Park Distillery. Selected and bottled by S & J D Robertson Group Ltd.Cask #4493. In wooden presentation case. Good labelling. Level: into neck. 70cl. Single malt, 48.1% volume1 bottleFootnotes:The Labelling of this renowned independently bottled Highland park features a 12th century carving in Maes Howe neolithic tomb, on the island of Orkney, dating from around 3000 BC.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: †† VAT at the prevailing rate on Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A UK-supplied manual F355 in striking Giallo Fly Yellow with an enviable service history.The Ferrari F355 is now considered a modern classic, so beautiful, so well-engineered and so well received that it marked the beginning of the end of the old-guard Ferraristi' philosophy that the only ‘real’ Ferraris were ones with 12-cylinder engines. The F355 Berlinetta burst onto the world stage in the Spring of 1994, with the Targa GTS and Spider following in 1995. The new car shared almost exactly the same dimensions as its predecessor, the 348, yet it was virtually a new car, as its flowing coachwork indicated. Many hours of wind tunnel testing influenced the harmonious shape which incorporated an F1-style flat bottom with channelled airflow generating enough downforce to offset any lift.The F355's name is derived from its 3.5-litre V8 engine and five valves per cylinder - as denoted by the Cinquevalvole inscription on the rocker covers, and this longitudinally mounted power unit generates an impressive 374bhp at a spine-tingling 8250rpm. The con-rods are titanium alloy, the clutch is housed in magnesium alloy and the Bilstein shock absorbers use electronic sensors to provide active damping. In 1994, the Ferrari F355 was a technological tour de force. Around Ferrari's 1.86-mile Fiorano test track, the F355 was two seconds a lap faster than the 12-cylinder, 512 TR and that level of performance, combined with its sensational shape, ensured its success on the world stage.This delightful example is a right-hand drive, UK-supplied, manual gearbox car that was first registered here on 15th August 1997 and is finished in Giallo Fly (yellow) with a Nero (black) leather interior. The current mileage is only 34,974, supported by an excellent service/maintenance history, with our vendor alone (since 2018) spending £24,600, always ensuring it has had annual servicing (including belts), maintaining its splendid condition. Indeed, it has just had a full service and an MOT ready for sale. The car was expertly repainted (in Giallo Fly, its original colour) in 2017 and is accompanied by lots of invoices.The registration numbers 'ELL501T' & 'P1OPK' will not accompany the car.SpecificationMake: FERRARIModel: F355 SPYDER MANUALYear: 1997Chassis Number: ZFFXR48C000109656Registration Number: TBATransmission: Manual Engine Number: 47161 Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 34974 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Nero Click here for more details and images

A Stanley Brass protractor, cased together with a G S Wood Theodolite and a brass theodolite and a Cowley Automatic level

This multiple Concours d'Elegance-winning XK150S is in simply stunning condition. A progressive development of the sensational XK120 and XK140, the XK150 retained the same basic chassis, 3.4-litre engine and four-speed Moss transmission of its predecessors but, partly due to the growing US demand for more comfortable and refined sports cars, benefitted from an entirely new body providing increased interior space and improved visibility courtesy of a single-piece wrap-around windscreen. A higher front wing line and broader radiator grille were other obvious differences but the new model's main talking point was its Dunlop disc brakes; at last the XK had stopping power to match its prodigious straight-line speed. Introduced in the spring of 1957, the XK150 was available at first only in Fixed and Drophead Coupé forms, the open roadster (OTS) version not appearing until the following year. At 190bhp, the engine's maximum power output was identical to that of the XK140, so performance was little changed, but ‘Special Equipment' and 'S' versions offered 210 and 250bhp respectively, the latter delivering an astonishing 0-60mph time of 7.3 seconds and a top speed of 136mph. This improvement in performance resulted from the adoption of a Weslake-developed, straight-port cylinder head, high-compression pistons, triple 2” SU carburettors and twin electric fuel pumps. Overdrive and a Borg-Warner automatic gearbox were the transmission options, the latter becoming an increasingly popular choice, whilst a Thornton ‘Power-Lok’ limited-slip differential was available for the 150S. Steel wheels remained the standard fitting although XK150s so equipped are a great rarity as most were sold in SE (Special Equipment) form with centre-lock wire wheels. The much-admired chromed Jaguar Mascot was made available as an optional extra on an XK for the first time.In the early months of production, the vast majority of XK150S 3.4-litre Roadsters were headed for the USA in order to fulfil bulging order books, as is the case with T832078DN, on offer here. Its Heritage Certificate confirms that it was built in left-hand drive, fitted with a manual gearbox with overdrive and finished in Gloss Black with a red leather interior prior to being shipped in April 1959 to Jaguar Cars, New York and onwards to its first American owner.We imagine that the Jaguar led an exciting life for the following 34 years and next reappeared in 1993 when it was imported into Australia by Sydney Businessman, Mark Hayward, who was looking for a sound car that he could restore with the clear intention of winning multiple Concours in Australia.The comprehensive history file and photographic record of the restoration show exactly the extent and level of resource ploughed into this stunning XK150S Roadster with costs of around £100,000 at the time (c.£300,000 in today's terms). UK-based, XK Engineering were involved in the procurement and shipping of parts and there are reams of invoices and correspondence with everyone involved from Abbott Australasia PTY.LTD., O&S Sports Car Restorations and Gavin King’s 'Concours Sportscars Restorations'. All concerned were made aware that only the best would do and the exacting restoration and conversion to right-hand drive took until Easter 1994 to complete. The fact that the car still remains capable of Concours success, is testament to the standard achieved. There followed years of involvement in National Concours d'Elegance competitions attaining many 'Outright Winner' placings including a number of 100 Point scores (Perfect) suggesting that the Jaguar was rated as amongst the finest examples of the marque to be viewed anywhere in the world. T832078DN returned to England in 2013 and was purchased by our vendor, an XK enthusiast who was looking for a special example that presented well but was enjoyable to drive on Tours and long trips. During his ownership he has competed in various events which included the 2013 Arctic Circle, the 2016 Targa Florio and the Three Castles Welsh Classic Trial. The brief to his engine builder was to build a totally reliable engine to do these events with the work entrusted in 2013 to Steven James Engineering and Martin Hunniball specialist machining. The result of the full rebuild of the matching numbers engine today is still perfect oil pressure and lusty clean performance. It's now time for a new owner to enjoy this very special, well-historied XK150S Roadster and, at this this guide, it must surely be irresistible.SpecificationMake: JAGUARModel: XK150 SYear: 1959Chassis Number: T832078DNRegistration Number: OSL 889Transmission: Manual/ ODEngine Number: VS1978-9Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 78840 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: RedClick here for more details and images

One of only six factory-built cars in the UK.Introduced in 2002, after some five years in development, the R230 Series SL Roadster was an engineering tour de force. Painstakingly modelled on a state-of-the-art supercomputer which enabled the designers to analyse every curve and line, it looked utterly sensational with an air of barely contained aggression that gave it huge road presence. With its balletic folding roof that takes less than 20 seconds and packed full of sophisticated electronic driver aids which made it immensely safe but still fun to drive, it was an instant success and is widely considered to be the best-looking Mercedes for many years. However, they were produced in commercial numbers, and there are always enthusiasts who would like something a little more exclusive and that market was catered for by Mercedes’ Performance Division, AMG, who in 2003 introduced their SL55AMG. Seriously powerful and impressively fast, the supercharged 5.4-litre V8 was rated at 493bhp and the AMG was fitted with larger wheels, bigger brakes, uprated electronics and some subtle cosmetic changes. The SL55AMG was expensive, exclusive and rather special but, as always, they were one or two customers for whom it wasn’t quite special enough and, for those discerning individuals, the Holy Grail was the Brabus K8.BRABUS GmbH is a German high-performance automotive aftermarket tuning company founded in 1977 in Bottrop. Their ‘K8’ was launched at the Geneva Salon and marketed as a ‘performance kit’ but in truth it’s considerably more than that. The engine modifications require that each Brabus dealer has a dedicated engine builder and similarly the suspension, electronic and cosmetic changes all require experienced specialists, hardly a ‘kit’. The engine modifications were primarily to the supercharger drive with a custom vibration damper and a new pulley for improved belt-drive geometry, high-performance metal catalysts, and an auxiliary circulation pump with opposing radiator. This raised output to a minimum of 530bhp and a tree stump-pulling torque of 572 lbs.ft. and, when he was fully happy, the engine builder signed a small brass plaque and attached it to the top of the engine. Brabus also tweak the car's aerodynamics to enhance high speed stability with a new front spoiler, while a more prominent diffuser works the air harder at the back to increase downforce. Underneath, the car's active body control suspension was recalibrated using an electronic module for the ABC, lowering ride height by 15mm, and the braking system was uprated by the Brabus engineers. Whilst the additional 40 odd bhp produce a small increase in performance, we understand that it’s the K8’s amazing handling that takes the SL55 to another level.The redesigned side skirts create an aerodynamic transition between the wheel arches and feature automatic illumination of the ground whenever the door is opened and the new rear apron incorporates a subtly altered diffuser. Externally, these modifications are not immediately noticeable which cannot be said about the striking polished 20” Brabus ‘Monoblock’ wheels.On offer here we have an original UK-supplied, right-hand drive, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL55AMG developed to Brabus K8 specification at the factory during February 2003 before being delivered on 28/05/2003. It’s finished in gleaming Obsidian Black with an ‘exclusive’ Black/Anthracite leather interior and a Designo Alcantara roof lining in Alpaca Grey. It was well optioned from new (Panoramic glass roof, alarm, phone prep, Parktronic, Keyless-go, CD changer etc.) and would have cost around £165,000 at the time. The indicated mileage when photographed was 49,512 and the car has been in present ownership for the last ten years during which time it has been maintained to the highest of standards with recent expenditure covering two new batteries, fuel pump pressure sender, rear driveshafts, ABC pump and thrust arm. The ABC front struts have also been replaced and, more recently, brand new Brabus Monoblock VI wheels with Vredestein tyres have been fitted to further enhance this already head-turning Mercedes. A 5-year ceramic coating was applied last year alongside a deep clean and full paint correction. The car is accompanied by two spare keys, the full book pack and numerous invoices.This is a very rare car in wonderful condition and, if ever a car was worth a trip to inspect, then this is and you won’t be disappointed. SpecificationMake: MERCEDES-BENZModel: SL55 AMG BRABUS K8Year: 2003Chassis Number: WDB2304742F054882Registration Number: GN53 YLHTransmission: AutoEngine Number: 11399260016417Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 49600 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Anthracite/BlackClick here for more details and images

Exceptionally rare, one of only 32 right-hand drive, 3.4-litre 'S' Roadsters and in remarkable condition.This, well-travelled, 150 'S' was initially exported to Lagos in Nigeria and delivered to its first lucky owner, John Bowman, who is understood to have been a manager in the oil industry. The records indicate that it was registered in the UK on a Q-Plate (QJ 3172) in 1964 and it's believed that the car was temporarily brought back to  England for a short period prior to returning to Nigeria for a number of years before finally coming home around 1978. In October 1989, Mr Bowman sold the car to a Mr Tony Piacun who was in the motor trade which probably accounts for the sale never being formally recorded by the DVLA. Mr Piacun commenced a gentle rebuild which took place over 11 years concluding with the sale of the car to its current owner on 1/12/2000. During this time major mechanical work and an engine rebuild was carried out by Chris Forbes in Coventry. A large quantity of letters and invoices relating to the period 1989 – 2000 still exist and are with the car.When purchased by our vendor, the current owner, the Jaguar was indeed running and had a current MOT Certificate, however, after careful inspection he realised that the XK was simply not up to his exacting standards and needed further attention, a glance at our images will give a clear idea of the level of fit and finish that was required. Consequently, a further £20,000 was invested with Suffolk & Turley and R S Panels in Nuneaton who were tasked with bringing the car up to a Concours standard and, in that, they were patently successful. Our vendor has been most particular about ensuring the car is as original as possible, so much so that the only concession to modernity has been the fitting of seat belts. Everything works perfectly, the overdrive, the cigar lighter and even the clock keeps perfect time!Currently the odometer reads circa 73,500 an increase of 10,800 in the 21 years from the March 2000 reading of 62,699 and it's believed the overall mileage figure may well be correct considering the car's history since 1959. During the past 20 years, this impressive Jaguar XK has been cosseted and stored in a dry and secure garage. It has the benefit of a security switch hidden which cuts off the current to the electric fuel pumps and has been lightly used but regularly started and run up to temperature with appropriate maintenance when required. A right-hand drive, 3.4-litre 'S' Roadster is a very rare car. Only 32 were built with fewer still on the road and even fewer still in this spectacular condition. Your early inspection is welcomed and encouraged to truly appreciate this exceptional motor car.  SpecificationMake: JAGUARModel: XK150 'S' ROADSTERYear: 1959Chassis Number: T820061DNRegistration Number: 3416 DUTransmission: Manual O/DEngine Number: V52128-9Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 73500 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Red LeatherClick here for more details and images

LPs and Singles:Led Zeppelin one, Jimi Hendrix Midnight Lightening, Rush Closer to the Heart, Status Quo Hello, If you cant stand the Heat, Rockin all over the World, Down the Dustpipe, On the Level, Pictures of Matchstick Men, Deep Purple Made in Europe, Rainbow Rising, Yes Tormato, Thin Lizzy Jailbreak, The Stranglers lV and others. 45s to include Parlophone Beatles, A hard days night, InFeel Fine, I want to hold your hand. Elvis Presley, Wooden Heart, It’s now or never, Something Blue

2 Bottles Mixed Lot 1963 Vintage Port comprising : 1 bottle Borges and Irmao Alto Douro 1963 (t/s) together with 1 bottle Warre’s 1963 (bottled by Corney and Barrow London) (level at low shoulder – evidence of historic seepage)

L S Lowry, colour print, level crossing, signed in pencil, image 46cm x 55cm, framed, together with a letter from Observer Art London stating that the print was signed in their presence July 1974

A late Victorian silver ewer, Maurice Freeman, London 1899, of baluster form with shaped border and scrolling handle, embossed floral decoration, 16.7cm high, together with a George V silver bon-bon dish, S Blanckensee & Son Ltd, Birmingham 1948, of circular form with shaped border on three hoof feet, 10cm wide, and a George V silver epergne vase, Joseph Gloster Ltd, Birmingham 1911, the central trumpet vase with waved border upon a weighted circular base and three detachable spill vases, 19.8cm high (3)CR; Ewer: Denting and splitting to the lip of the spout. Signs of possible splitting, denting and repair to the neck. Possible signs of repair around the handle. Denting to the high-points of the embossed decoration. Denting around the base. Ewer wobbles on a level surface. Some loss of definition to the decoration.Dish: No large dents, splits or repair. Some light misshaping to the rim. Possible signs of solder repair to one foot, however the bowl does sit flat on a level surface. Scratching and light wear throughout, commensurate with age and use.Vase: Moderate denting to the shaped border and bowl of the principal vase. Stem, fittings and base in good order, no large dents, splits or signs of repair. Spill vases have a peppering of small dents to the bowls and borders, but no signs of splitting or repair. The spill vases wobbles slightly in their fittings, but appear secure. 

2016 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (3.6 litre) Transmission: manualMileage:21168The Jeep Wrangler is the fourth generation of the off-road vehicle available in two-door and four-door bodies. The Rubicon trim level features the most capable off-road equipment. Rubicon models get the Rock-Trac system with an enhanced NV241 OR transfer case as standard, as well as a front sway-bar disconnect system and hydraulic rebound stop. The Rubicon will also feature an electronic locking differential, which allows the driver to lock either the rear differential only or both the front and rear differentials via a toggle switch located in the centre of the instrument panel. It has a Dana 44 M210 axle in the front, and for the rear there is a Dana 44 M220 axle with a 4.1 ratio. The Tru-Lok electric solenoid engagers can be activated whilst driving at up to 30 mph in 4WD low-range. The Rubicon adds off-road features to the Sport S, such as 33-inch BF Goodrich KO2 off-road tyres, seventeen-inch alloy wheels with grey-painted accents, electronic-locking front and rear axles, Rock rails, high clearance bumpers, and premium cloth seating surfaces. Touch sensors located on the front door handles, and tailgate handle for Rubicons are optionally equipped with the Remote Proximity Keyless Entry option.This outstanding Jeep is in unmarked condition and has only covered 13,000 miles from new. Imported into the UK in 2019 the fastidious vendor has used the car sparingly to keep the mileage to a modest level. The specification of this Jeep is impressive, she comes with a removeable hardtop, high-resolution front LED lights, premium sound system, double black off-road steel front bumper, off-road steel rear bumper, Magnaflow dual outlet performance exhaust and Gercia front grille. A tenth anniversary bonnet has been fitted, as has a set of Bushwacker flares and raised suspension with Fox shock absorbers. Standard equipment on this Rubicon includes automatic transmission, cream leather interior, anti-lock brakes and climate control. We are advised by the vendor that LA65 PXS will be serviced prior to the auction. Supplied with a V5C registration document and a current MoT test certificate, this low mileage, unmarked Wrangler appears to be very attractively estimated given the current market value of such examples.

LARGE STANLEY GEOMETRY SET & INSTRUMENTS a large oak cased geometry set, with two layers including instruments and rulers. Also with some early cased folding scales, boxed Casartelli & Son Microscope Cloth Counting Glass, boxed set of weights by L Gertling of London, a boxed Morris Patent Chartometer, and a leather cased small level by L S Starrett, USA. (6)

A Victorian mahogany longcase clock with swan neck pediment over carved wrythen spiral supports flanking hood and case, the eight day movement with painted face by S J Bibby, Carnarvon, 1876 with pendulum and weights, winder and spirit level

Nikos Engonopoulos (Greek, 1907-1985)L' Archéologue signé en grec et daté '43' (en bas à droite)huile sur toile74.5 x 56.5cm (29 5/16 x 22 1/4in).Peint en 1943.signed in Greek and dated (lower right)oil on canvasFootnotes:ProvenanceThe artist's estate, Athens.ExpositionVenice, XXVII Esposizione Biennale Internationale d'Arte, Padiglione della Grecia, Nikos Engonopoulos, June 19 - October 17, 1954, no. 17 (listed in the exhibition catalogue, p. 295).LittératureArdin magazine, no. 57-58, December 2005 - February 2006, p. 27 (illustrated).N. Engonopoulos, Man: the Measure, Ypsilon/Books editions, Athens 2007, p. 47 (listed), p. 7 (illustrated).K. Perpinioti-Agazir, Nikos Engonopoulos, Son Univers Pictural, exhibition catalogue and catalogue raisonée, Benaki Museum, Athens 2007, no. 309, p. 64 (illustrated), p. 257 (illustrated), p. 424 (catalogued and illustrated).N. Chaini, The Painting of Nikos Engonopoulos, doctoral dissertation, National Technical University of Athens, 2007, pp. 665-666 (discussed), p. 977 (listed), p. 667, fig. 278 (illustrated).Painted in 1943, the year Engonopoulos wrote his emblematic Bolivar, L'archéologue is no less a masterpiece, introducing the viewer to a magical pictorial world of poetic metaphor. Merging symbols of different origin and character, and using cross-temporal iconographic leaps that were common during the Byzantine and Post-Byzantine eras in miniature manuscripts and narthex decoration,2 Engonopoulos combines the ancient past with modern-day elements to subvert, in a typical surrealist fashion, the conventional ways with which rational thought perceives the world. Yet, as noted by theatre director and playwright Alexis Solomos, what is astonishing with him is the all prevailing spirit of Greece in his work. 'Everything Engonopoulos touches becomes Greek.'3 Here, set against a bright blue Greek sky interrupted by an ancient temple, a schematized tree and an unmistakably Engonopoulian travelling cloud, the visual act takes place in a shallow space reminiscent of a stage set that heightens the overall sense of theatricality. Engonopoulos, who never hesitated to introduce the theatrical into his work, has once said that 'under the stage lights every human dream comes alive, flooding the soul with guileless joy, far from the obligations and obstacles of grim reality.'4 Conceived on a human scale, this kind of contained setting that both frames and accentuates human activity, seems like a faithful emulation of Greece's natural environment. The lack of vast open spaces and supernatural landscapes whose sheer size nullifies the human scale, is a typically Greek element.5 At the centre of the composition, a standing figure in a green tunic, possibly the archaeologist himself, seems determined to gain control over this fascinating gathering of images and restore a sense of order. Captured both frontally and in profile by means of the late cubist pictorial convention of contraction, he is flanked by a phantom figure with a picassesque head and a dazzling red clamys, and a helmeted kouros-like warrior holding a walking stick and a topper hat. The three monumental figures are being stared at by a woman-like wig stand with voluptuous curves and daringly rendered nipples, while a host of details, including a Doric column drum juxtaposed to ionic volutes in the extreme foreground, a lamp (a distinct and recurring theme in Engonopoulos's work with symbolic overtones), a chequered tile, and the artist's signature red-and-white bathing suit partially shown on the right, undermine the accepted narrative cohesion of images to explore the uncharted trails of the mind. Although this unexpected staging of dream-like images and objects is a fascinating feature of the work, no less impressive is the handling of colour. Dazzling reds, blues, greens and oranges, applied side by side with minimal tonal gradations, sparkle like rubies and emeralds, making the entire pictorial surface shine like a stained-glass window in a Gothic cathedral.L'archéologue was exhibited in the 1954 Venice Biennale6, where, for the first time, Greece was represented by one artist alone. As noted by K. Perpinioti-Agazir, who prepared the painter's catalogue raisonné, this was perhaps the most important milestone in Engonopoulos's career.7 In Venice, he showed alongside such towering figures of modern art as Arp, Ernst, Miro, Klee, Bacon and Magritte, since the exhibition had requested participating countries to adhere to the theme of Surrealism. Prefacing the exhibition catalogue, Biennale's Secretary General R. Palluchini noted: 'Greece devotes its entire pavilion to Engonopoulos, whose work certainly is a surprise to everybody.'1 O. Elytis, Open Papers [in Greek], Asterias editions, Athens 1974, p. 294.2 See D. Vlachodimos, Reading the Past in Engonopoulos [in Greek], Indiktos editions, Athens 2006, p. 228.3 J. Lehman ed., New Writing and Daylight, New Direction editions, England 1946, p. 126.4 Written in 1961 and reprinted in N. Engonopoulos, Works in Prose [in Greek], Ypsilon editions, Athens 1987, p. 30.5 See S. Boulakian, 'The Work of Nikos Engonopoulos' in Greek Painters-20th Century [in Greek], Melissa editions, Athens 1974, p. 261.6 Up until the mid-20th century the famous Venice Biennale was the only major artistic event worldwide. Especially for outlying countries like Greece, showing in Venice was extremely important on a national level and highly enviable on a personal one.7 See K. Perpinioti-Agazir, Nikos Engonopoulos, Son Univers Pictural [in Greek and French], exhibition catalogue and catalogue raisonée, Benaki Museum, Athens 2007, p. 78.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Bowmore-1979Imported by S. Samaroli. Bottled 1990 by R.W. Duthie & Co. Distilled by Bowmore Distillery, Stanley P. Morrison Ltd. Ltd.Bottle No. 354 of 480. Bottle sealed with partially broken capsule under cork stopper. Labelling with damp staining. Level: into neck. 75cl. Single malt, 46% volume1 bottleFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Springbank-1965Bottled 1990 by R.W. Duthie & Co.,. Distilled by J. & A. Mitchell & Co., Ltd.Imported by S. Samaroli. Bottle No. 34 of 480. Labelling with minor stains. Level: into neck. 75cl. Single malt, 46% volume1 bottleFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Bowmore-1972Bottled 1990 by R.W. Duthie & Co. Distilled by Bowmore Distillery, Stanley P. Morrison Ltd. Ltd.Imported by S. Samaroli. Bottle No. 420 of 480. Labelling with damp staining. Level: into neck. 75cl. Single malt, 43% volume1 bottleFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Glendronach-1970 Bottled 1990 by R.W. Duthie & Co., The Glendronach Distillery Co. Ltd. Imported by S. Samaroli. Bottle No. 420 of 480. Labelling foxed and stained with minor rubbing. Level: into neck. 75cl. Single malt, 43% volume1 bottleFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Longrow-16 year old-1973Distilled by J. & A. Mitchell & Co. Ltd. Selected and imported by S. Samaroli.Bottle No. 163 of 240. Labelling with damp staining. Level: into neck. 75cl. Single malt, 48% volume1 bottleFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Coilltean-1975 [Glen Garioch]. Bottled 1987 by R. W. Duthie & Co. Ltd., Aberdeen. Imported by S. SamaroliBottle No. 68 of 648. Labelling with some damp staining and rubbing concentrated in areas. Level: into neck. 75cl. Single malt, 57% volume1 bottleFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Isle of Jura-1966Selected and imported by S. Samaroli, bottled 1986 by R.W. Duthie & Co. Distilled by Mackinlay & McPherson Ltd.Cask #1943. Bottle No. 105 of 180. Labelling foxed with minor damp staining. Level: into neck. 75cl. Single malt, 50% volume1 bottleFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Glen Elgin-1971Bottled 1985 by R.W. Duthie & Co. Proprietors: White Horse Distillers Ltd. Bottle No. 1095 of 1200. Imported by S. Samaroli. Labelling with foxing, lower left corner of back label lifted, and creased. Level: very top shoulder. 75cl. Single malt, 50% volume1 bottleFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Laphroaig-15 year old-1967Imported by S. Samaroli., Bottled 1982 by R.W. Duthie & Co. Distilled by D. Johnston & Co. (Laphroaig) Ltd.Natural Cask Strength. Matured in Sherry Wood. Bottle No. 280 of 720. Labelling with damp staining, rubbed and creased to top left corner. Damages to lower front label. Level: into neck. 75cl. Single malt, 57% volume1 bottleFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Mortlach-25 year old-1962Bottled 1987 by R.W. Duthie & Co. Distilled January 1962 by George Cowie & Sons Ltd.Selected and imported by S. Samaroli. Bottle No. 523 of 648. Labelling foxed and stained. Level: into neck. 75cl. Single malt, 46° GL1 bottleFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Longmorn Glenlivet-1974 Bottled 1985 by R.W. Duthie & Co. Selected and imported by S. Samaroli.Sherry wood. Natural strength. Bottle No. 294 of 600. (Approx 1cm. of plastic seal damaged). Labelling foxed with damp staining. Level: into neck. 75cl. Single malt, 60.8% volume1 bottleFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Ardbeg-1974Bottled in 1983 by R.W. Duthie & Co. Distilled by Ardbeg Distillery Ltd. Selected and Imported by S. Samaroli. Bottle No. 1767 of 2400. Labelling with damp staining and isolated rubbing. Level: into neck. 75cl. Single malt, 59% volume1 bottleFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Springbank-21 year old-1966Bottled 1987 by R.W. Duthie & Co. Distilled by J. & A. Mitchell & Co., Ltd.Selected and imported by S. Samaroli. Bottle No. 78 of 408. Labelling with minor stains. Level: into neck. 75cl. Single malt, 46% volume1 bottleFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

70's / 80's UK SOUL / FUNK / DISCO - 7" COLLECTION. Fabulous collection of around 165 x 7". Titles / Artists include Bill Withers inc. Ruby Lee, You, Use Me and Lean On Me, The Four Tops inc. Reach Out I'll Be There, What Is A Man, The Key, Just Seven Numbers, Right Before My Eyes, Bernadette and Still Water (Love), Sister Sledge inc. We Are Family, Thinking of You, Lost in Music and My Guy, I-Level - Give Me, Teena Marie inc. Don't Look Back and Lonely Desire, Evelyn 'Champagne' King inc. Dancin' Dancin' Dancin' and Shame. Condition is generally VG to Ex.

Assorted car badges to include 3 AA badges (No?s 4027645, 1D86340 and OY63782), another square AA badge, an RAC badge, an MG Octagon car club badge, The Royal Automobile club badge and an Honourable Artillery Company badge contained in wooden box with assorted brackets and miniature sprit level.

Hornby Dublo assorted collection: 4316 Horse box (SR) green with all doors and brown horse (E-BE); 4025 BR(S) suburban coach 1st/2nd green (NM-BNM); D21 BR(W) corridor coach br/2nd (NM-BNM); 5091 single track tunnel with smoke effect over portals (NM-BG); A3 controller visually (E) but untested electrically, with instructions; 5030 Island Platform (VG-BE); 4620 Breakdown crane complete with four jacks (E) (BE) complete with both internal fitments; small quantity of 3-rail track including 3 electric & one manual points, level crossing; 2 x water crane (E-BE) one loading gauge (E-BVG). Various pieces of literature including three catalogues.

Miniatur, Halbstück von Jakob Axel GILLBERG, schwedischer Miniatur-Zeichner 17.12.1769 Stockholm - 01.10.1845 Stockholm, der schwedischen, königlichen Familie sehr nahestehend. Darstellung eines gesellschaftl. hochstehenden Mannes in den besten Jahren auf grau/hellgrau verlaufendem Hintergrund, Portrait leicht nach links gerichtet mit wohlwollendem Blick auf den Betrachter, fein abgestuftes Inkarnat, wobei die Mimik und die Augenpartie durch die Schattenbildung besonders betont wird, die Farbigkeit des Inkarnats folgt der verlaufenden Lichtfolge des Hintergrunds, wobei bewusst das Inkarnat in der rechten Gesichtshälfte verstärkt wird, die Haare in durchsichtiger lichter Form gestaltet umrahmen durch feine Strichfolgen das Stirn-Inkarnat. Die hervorragende Wiedergabe der Stofflichkeit im blauen Überrock bzw. in der Darstellung von Hemd und Gilet geben das hohe Niveau farblicher Nachbarschaft wieder, geradezu genial sind dieRosatöne des Hemdes bzw. der Halsfliege zu bezeichnen die runde Miniatur ist rechts untensigniert: Gillberg, Pinxit 1803, Farbträger wohl fein präparierte Pappe. Rückseite mit Haareinlage: farblich nicht vom Portraitiertenstammend, Kreis, Füllhorn, Freundschaftsband und Liebesperlenkette deuten wohl auf eine liebende Spenderin hin. 18 kt Goldrahmen, GG 750/000, Goldpunzen auf dem Bügel: schwedischeHoheitszeichen die 3 Kronen, Meistermarke E.E.V. oder B ?, dritter Buchstabe unleserlich, Jahresmarke V2 = 1803, Stadtmarke Kopf = Stockholm, beidseitig verglast, Durchm. ca. 6.5 cm, Unikat, absolut museal, sammelwürdig, Mittelpunkt einer Sammlung. Literatur: Saur, Allgemeines Künstlerlexikon Bd. 54, 2007, S. 45, dort auch weiterführende,umfangreiche Literaturangaben, Gillberg, JakobAxel, schwedischer Miniatur-Zeichner 17.12.1769 Stockholm - 1.10.1845 Stockholm, stammt aus einer berühmten Miniaturmalerfamilie, lässt sich über Generationen zurückverfolgen, vielfach ausge- zeichnet, wird als einer der interessantesten Maler der Stockholmer Schule in der wissenschaftlichen Literatur bezeichnet. Smybolik der Rückseite: Kreis für Vollkommenheit, Füllhorn für Ewige Jugend, Fülle und Glück, die Perlenliebeskette symbolisiert Schönheit und Zeitlosigkeit, diese werden durch die Doppelbögen der Freundschaft unterstrichen. Die Nähe zum schwedischen Könighaus lässt vermuten, dass der Abgebildete Mitglied der schwedischen Königsfamilie istMiniature, Jakob Axel GILLBERG , Swedish miniature draftsman December 17th 1769Stockholm - October 1st 1845 Stockholm, very much the related to the Swedish royal family Representation of a social high-ranking man in his prime grey/light grey gradient background, Portrait facing slightly to the left with benevolent look at the viewer, fine agradated flesh tones, with the facial expressions and the Eye area emphasized due to the shadow formation the color of the Incarnations follows the progressing sequence of light of the background, whereby the flesh tones are consciously strengthened in the right side of the face, the Hair designed in a transparent light shape framing the forehead with fine line sequences flesh tones The excellent rendition of Materiality in the blue overskirt or in the depiction of shirt and gilet showing again the high level of color proximity, pink tones of the shirt or the neck fly masterly The round miniature is signed lower right: Gillberg, Pinxit 1803, paint carrier probably fine prepared cardboard. Back with hair insert: color does not match with the person portrayed, Circle, cornucopia, friendship bracelet and Necklaces of love pearls probably point to a donor in eternal love. 18kt gold frame, GG 750/000, gold hallmarks on the bracket: Swedish National emblem the 3 crowns, master's mark E.E.V. or B ?, third letter illegible , Year mark V2 = 1803, city mark head = Stockholm, glazed on both sides, diam. approx. 6.5 cm, unique, absolutely museum- like, collectable, centerpiece of a collection. Literature: Saur, Allgemeines Künstlerlexikon Vol. 54, 2007, p. 45, there also further, extensive bibliography, Gillberg, Jakob Axel, Swedish Miniature draftsman 17.12.1769 Stockholm - 1.10. 1845 Stockholm, comes from a famous Miniaturist family, tracing back over generations, the royal family very much related, is considered one of the most interesting painters of the Stockholm School in the scientific literature designated. Symbolic on the back: circle for Perfection, cornucopia for eternal youth, Abundance and happiness, the pearl love necklace symbolizes beauty and timelessness, underlined by the double arches o f the friendship ribbon. With the close proximity to the Royal Swedish family, the assumption is very close that the person portrayed is a member of the royal family of Sweden

A PAIR OF WEMYSS WARE CANDLESTICKS, painted with an apple design and red/pink rims, circular drip pan above conical stems, on a short pedestal with a square foot, impressed 'WEMYSS WARE R.H.& S.' to each base, height 30cm (2) (Condition report: both candlesticks have bases that don't sit completely level on a flat surface, both have crazing throughout, one has a chip to the painted rim on the drip pan, the same candlestick has a small chip on the painted band at the base on the conical stem, a small chip on the painted band of the square foot and a larger chip to one corner, the other candlestick has a firing fault in the stem, a chip and a scuff on the painted band at the base of the conical stem and a small glaze scuff on a corner of the square foot)

c.1963 Aermacchi Harley-Davidson Ala d'Oro Racing MotorcycleFrame no. noneEngine no. 171185Aermacchi is a household name among motorcyclists thanks to its heroic achievement of producing the most highly developed and successful overhead-valve racing single ever made, which were christened 'Ala d'Oro' (Golden Wing). Alberto Pagani's 9th place on the 250's Dutch TT debut in 1960 demonstrated the bike's potential, which was confirmed the following week when Pagani finished 5th at the Belgian Grand Prix. The need for more power led to short-stroke engine dimensions (of 72x61mm) being adopted on the 250 for 1964, by which time a 350cc version had appeared. With increased power came increasing unreliability, necessitating a re-design for 1966. Although the pushrod Aermacchi never won a World Championship race, it did achieve a number of 2nd places, Alan Barnett's in the 1970 Junior TT being one of the most memorable. Despite a lack of ultimate success in Grands Prix, the Aermacchi single was outstandingly successful at national level and today, having benefited from another three decades of development, remains a competitive force in historic motorcycle racing. Its engine capacity and history unknown, this Aermacchi racer was purchased five years ago from the IoM and has not been used since. The machine's mechanical condition is likewise unknown and thus it is sold strictly as viewed. Some spares (fuel tank, crankcase and other parts) are included in the sale.Offered without keyFootnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to biddingFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1968 Lawton Aermacchi 344cc Ala d'Oro Racing MotorcycleFrame no. noneEngine no. none•Believed purchased circa 1980•Believed a six-speeder•Comprehensive fileAermacchi is a household name among motorcyclists thanks to its heroic achievement of producing the most highly developed and successful overhead-valve racing single ever made: the 'Ala d'Oro' (Golden Wing). Alberto Pagani's 9th place on the 250's Dutch TT debut in 1960 demonstrated the bike's potential, which was confirmed the following week when Pagani finished 5th at the Belgian Grand Prix. The need for more power led to short-stroke engine dimensions (of 72x61mm) being adopted for 1964, by which time a '350' version had appeared. Although the pushrod Aermacchi never won a World Championship race, it did achieve a number of 2nd places, Alan Barnett's in the 1970 Junior TT on a Lawton Aermacchi being one of the most memorable. Despite a lack of ultimate success in Grands Prix, the Aermacchi single was outstandingly successful at national level and today, having benefited from another four decades of development, remains a competitive force in historic motorcycle racing. In the UK the Aermacchi name is synonymous with that of Syd Lawton of Lawton & Wilson, the Southampton-based importers, who took on the concession in May 1963. Crucially, Lawton had been a keen racer until a serious accident at the Isle of Man TT in 1953 put an end to his career, and he saw racing as a way to boost sales. As the official importers, Lawton & Wilson enjoyed a measure of factory support for their racing activities and carried out their own independent development programme. They received one of the first '350' dry clutch models for 1966, which was ridden by Dave Degens to good effect. Syd Lawton played an active part in the classic racing movement from the late 1970s onwards, supporting numerous riders including Richard Swallow. He died in 1997.It is not known for certain when the vendor purchased this '350' Aermacchi (believed to be a six-speeder) from Antrim Motorcycle Services, though there are bills on file dating back to 1980, some from Syd Lawton and Dick Linton, and others from the renowned Norton and Aermacchi tuner, Francis Beart. The Aermacchi was advertised as 'un-raced since 1970, first class condition'. Ridden by the owner, this Aermacchi was a class winner in the CRMC's Classic Bike Magazine Kenning Championship in 1983. Little use in recent times, the machine will require re-commissioning to a greater or lesser extent before returning to the racetrack.The machine comes with a comprehensive file of bills, technical data, illustrated parts lists, correspondence, a CRMC Machine Registration Certificate, and a dynamometer printout showing maximum power as 46.45bhp.Offered without keyFootnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to biddingFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1963 Honda 125cc CR93 Racing MotorcycleFrame no. CR93-3100191Engine no. CR93E-3100205•Iconic privateer racing motorcycle•Purchased new and raced at the Isle of Man TT by Ken Finney•Two owners from new•Engine professionally rebuilt in 2017•Offered with a substantial quantity of spares'It was robustly reliable, steered and handled to perfection, was, if anything, over-braked, and would exceed 100mph. At a stroke it made all other 125cc machinery in Britain obsolete. The CR93 was not cheap but it was, quite simply, built to exactly the same high standard as Honda's own racing machinery.' - Brian Woolley, Classic Racer magazine. Just one year after its breakthrough first success at World Championship level in 1961, Honda made its state-of-the-art Grand Prix technology available to privateers in the form of the 50cc CR110 and 125cc CR93 over-the-counter racers. Like their works equivalents, the 50cc single and 125cc twin employed gear-driven double overhead camshafts and four valves per cylinder, this combination of tiny cylinders and minuscule valves enabling them to rev safely well into five figures, the CR93's ceiling being a then stratospheric 13,000rpm with maximum power of 16.5bhp arriving at 11,500 revs. Both models employed a tubular-steel frame, devoid of lower rails, to which was attached a conventional set of cycle parts, and while the '50' boasted no fewer than eight gears in the 'box, the more tractable '125' made do with six. The duo immediately achieved a dominance of their respective classes that would last for many years, and countless stars of the future, including Bill Ivy, Jim Curry, Rod Scivyer and sidecar champion Chris Vincent, gained their early experience aboard the diminutive CRs. Just 40-or-so CR93s were imported into the UK and today they are highly sought after by classic racers and collectors alike. This particular CR93 was purchased new in 1963 by local Honda dealer and racer Ken Finney from Nantyglo in Gwent. Ken raced the little Honda in the Isle of Man TT by Ken in 1965, 1967 and 1968 with a best result of 15th place in the 1968 Lightweight 125 event. Colour photographs of Ken and the Honda competing at the TT are on file together with A-CU entry correspondence; 1964 TT programme; 1965 A-CU Final Instructions; and a 1907-1967 Diamond Jubilee Report. Ken passed away in 2012 and Thunder Road Motorcycles of Bridgend purchased the Honda from his widow. The engine was rebuilt in 2017 by Thunder Road technician Vince Morris, former TT race mechanic to Ian Laugher, Jason Griffiths and Robert Dunlop. It was found to be in excellent condition and rebuilt with a few new parts and gaskets. The Honda comes complete with its glass display case and a substantial quantity of very valuable spares.Offered without keyFootnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to biddingFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Ex-Reg Barton, Dick Knight 1929 Brough Superior 996cc SS100 'Alpine Grand Sport' Sprint SpecialRegistration no. EY 3601Frame no. S1000 (see text)Engine no. JTOR/D 13560•Ex-Eric Fernihough Brooklands engine•Sprinted, raced and hill-climbed by Messrs Barton and Knight•Purchased by its late owner in 1979•Offered for sympathetic restorationIntroduced in 1922, the JAP-powered SS80 achieved instant fame when a racing version ridden by George became the first sidevalve-engined machine to lap Brooklands at over 100mph. With the new SS80's performance threatening to put the overhead-valve MkI in the shade, it was decided to completely redesign the latter. The result was the legendary SS100. First shown to the public in 1924, the SS100 employed an entirely new overhead-valve 980cc JAP v-twin engine. A frame of duplex cradle type was devised for the newcomer, which soon after its launch became available with the distinctive, Harley-Davidson-influenced, Castle front fork patented by George Brough and Harold 'Oily' Karslake. And just in case prospective customers had any doubts about the SS100's performance, each machine came with a written guarantee that it had been timed at over 100mph for a quarter of a mile - a staggering achievement at a time when very few road vehicles of any sort were capable of reaching three-figure speeds. With this level of performance available in road trim, it was only to be expected that the SS100 would make an impact on the race track, particularly the ultra-fast Brooklands oval, and the exploits of Brough Superior riders - among them Le Vack, Temple, Baragwanath, Fernihough and Pope - did much to burnish the marque's image. When Brooklands closed forever at the outbreak of WW2, Noel Pope's Brough Superior held both the sidecar and solo lap records, the latter at an average speed of 124.51mph. Success in an altogether different branch of motorcycle sport resulted in one of Brough's most iconic models: the SS100 'Alpine Grand Sports' or 'AGS'. Introduced in September 1925 for the 1926 season, this new machine took its name from the Austrian Alpine Trial, the 1925 event having been contested by a number of SS100s, one ridden by George Brough himself, resulting in the award of six cups, including one for 'Best Performance'. The introduction of the Alpine Grand Sports coincided with that of a new frame for the SS100, and the AGS came as standard with a lower compression ratio (making it more suitable for touring), a small fly-screen and a pair of tool boxes. Brough entered the 1930s with an entirely JAP-powered range and then in 1936 the SS100 was redesigned with an engine built by Associated Motor Cycles, in which form it continued until production ceased in 1939. Lighter and faster than the subsequent Matchless-engined version, the JAP-powered SS100 has long been regarded as the ultimate incarnation of this famous model. This particular SS100 - frame number 'S1000' - was despatched on 1st May 1929 complete with the spring frame, Castle forks and a two-seater sidecar, as recorded on the accompanying copy of its Works Record Card. The machine was supplied to R Evans & Sons and registered on Anglesey as 'EY 3601'. Frame number 'S1000' is a very clear factory stamping but the final two 00s appear to be over-stamped, possibly reflecting the fact that the frame had been returned to the factory and then reissued. Although the frame number is recorded in the HPI database as 'S1060', this is clearly a clerical error resulting from a misreading of the old RF.60 continuation logbook. Issued in July 1956, the logbook records regular licensing in Kent up to March 1959. The first name in the RF.60 is that of Reginald Barton of Farnborough, Kent, who registered the Brough on 22nd July 1952. Well-known motorcycling journalist John Griffith wrote an article about Reg Barton and his Broughs for Motor Cycling's 30th January 1958 edition (copy on file). There is also an old V5 on file. (The registration 'EY 3601' is recorded in the DVLA and HPI databases; nevertheless, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to this motorcycle's registration status prior to bidding.)The next owner listed in the RF.60 is Richard ('Dick') Knight, the well-known Brough Superior exponent and former Club President, who acquired 'EY 3601' in September 1975 and is believed to have rebuilt the machine in its present form. Engine 'JTOR/D 43560' is not ex-Brough but would have been manufactured in 1934 (finished Broughs with near numbers were ex-works in January I935). The engine is stamped 'Supplied by Fernihough Brooklands'. An old report in the Brough Club files states that the remains of the original engine ('33390') may have been with Dick Knight in the 1960s. The SS100 still has its original gearbox ('SB 192'), its original tank ('2027', detached) and its original Brough front numberplate. Modified by Dick Knight, 'EY 3601' was raced and sprinted extensively but with a 1930 SS100 engine (since reunited with its original frame) installed, and once achieved a speed of 122mph in a British National Sprint. An article about Dick Knight and his Brough Superiors was published in Superbike magazine's April 1979 edition (copy on file). The Brough later passed to Dick's son William and then, via dealer John Coleman, to the late Richard Gulvin in May 1979 (sales receipt on file). 'EY 3601' was in running order when acquired and Richard rode it in various Brough Superior Club events. In a letter on file, Richard Gulvin states that the engine came fitted with a set of Dick Knight's racing 'Brooklands' cams, reiterating: 'The engine is definitely a Fernihough Brooklands racing engine as prepared by Mr Dick Knight.' It is to be hoped that the fortunate next owner resists the temptation to restore 'EY 3601' to factory specification, as this wonderful old warhorse, which has been used competitively for most of its life, deserves to have its battle scars respected and preserved. Offered without keyFootnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to biddingFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Bowmore-32 year old-1968Bottled to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Original Stanley P Morrison Company. Distilled by Morrison's Bowmore Distillery.Bottle No. 1357/1860. In original presentation case. Good labelling. Level: very top shoulder. 750ml. Single malt, 45.5% volume1 bottleFootnotes:The spirits produced by Bowmore during the 1960's are considered by collectors and connoisseurs alike as some of the very finest ever produced. This 1968 vintage was personally selected by Brian Morrison and bottled in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Stanley P. Morrison Company.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: †† VAT at the prevailing rate on Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com