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Click here to subscribe1980's Interest LPs, over fifty albums from Enya, Toto, U2, Sade, Dire Straits, Level 42, Reo Speedwagon, Don Henly, Phil Collins, ABC, The Farm, Kylie Minogue, Alexander O'Neil, Steve Winwood, Oleta Adams, Erasure, Madness, Tears for Fears, George Michael, Yazzo, Madonna, Duran Duran, The Alarm, Swing Out Sister, varying conditions.
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The quite extraordinary album of autographs collected by Mike Ormerod during his period as a DJ for the Mecca Group, this unbelievable album is full of autographs including The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, The Small Faces, The Who, The Drifters, The Searchers, The Animals, The Supremes, The Moody Blues, Tom Jones, Cliff Richard and The Shadows, The Merseybeats, Manfred Mann, Lulu, Joe Cocker, The Kinks, Otis Redding, Cat Stevens, Chuck Berry, Fats Domino, Little Richard, The Troggs, Patty LaBelle & The Blue Belles, Wilson Pickett, The Walker Brothers, The Drifters, Petula Clark, Roy Orbison, Gene Pitney, The Everly Brothers, and Wayne Fontana and the Mindbenders to name a few. The second half of the album is full of stars of stage and screen including cast members of Coronation Street, the cast of a stage production of Les Misérables, and other noted actors and actresses of the last fifty years. Provenance: The album is presented with a letter from Mike Ormerod confirming that every single autograph and set of autographs were obtained personally by him directly from the act or acts.Provenance: The Mike Ormerod Autograph Collection. This particular album featured on an episode of BBC One's The Antiques Roadshow discussing its rarity and importance.Further to a discussion with Mrs Ormerod (13.09.24) regarding the authenticity of the autographs she states very clearly that:Mike was like a dog with a bone when he was getting the autograph he would wait for hours to obtain autographs and would never give up. In the 60’s he saw the Beatles at 3 venues which included The King Georges Hall in Blackburn and ABC Cinema in Wigan as well as one other venue possibly Manchester, he would not have left without signatures.He had a ‘pal’ named Ron who was a promoter for many of the groups in the 60’s and it was Ron that got Mike into many venues. Mike would never buy autographs because the excitement for him was meeting the stars.Mike spent a lifetime collecting autographs and it would be fair to say he had a specialist level of knowledge.
A LARGE IMPRESSIVE ALBUM OF MUSIC ICONS, GROUPS & SINGERS; a well presented album containing approximately one hundred pages of black and white and colour signed promotional images and photographs etc, some pages containing multiples, others are full page size, signed by the singers and groups, including Atomic Kitten, All Saints, Another Level, Gary Barlow, Billy, Beautiful South, B*Witched, Blondie, The Corrs, Craig David, Boy George, Eurythmics, Five, Gabrielle, David Gray, Lauryn Hill, Janet Jackson, Jamiroquai, Madness, Lighthouse Family, Mike and the Mechanics, M People, Mark Knopfler, Alanis Morissette, The Mavericks, The Moody Blues, Erasure, Oasis (band), Pet Shop Boys, Chris Rea, Simply Red, Kylie Minogue, Britney Spears, Spice Girls, Steps, Status Quo, Travis, Wet Wet Wet, Westlife, S Club 7, the Bee Gees, Phil Collins, Eric Clapton, Tom Jones, Elton John, Cliff Richard, Rod Stewart, George Michael, Celine Dion, Art Garfunkel, Bruce Springsteen, Sting, Tina Turner, Barry White, The Monkees, Meatloaf, Robert Palmer, Dolly Parton, Will Young, Gareth Gates, David Bowie, and many more. Provenance: The Mike Ormerod Autograph Collection.
A Victorian Silver Mug, by Charles Boyton, London, 1898 tapering cylindrical and on spreading foot, with loop handle, engraved slightly later with initials 'ER from L&S' and dated 'May 8 1905'13.5cm high, 13oz 8dwt, 417grFully marked near rim. The marks are generally clear. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. There are some bruises, particularly one on the base which causes the mug to rock when placed on a level surface.
The original V8 Vantage was a legendary old brute, and we’re all familiar with Bond driving one into a barn in The Living Daylights. The X-Pack took things to another level, although it did away with the deployable skis, missiles and jet engine as seen on the Bond car. Built between 1986 and 89, the X-Pack introduced a raft of updates over the base V8 Vantage including four dual-barrel Weber carburettors, Nimrod racing-type heads, larger valves and high compression pistons from Cosworth. This upped the 5.3-litre V8’s output to 432hp, not far off what supercars of the day were capable of. Telling the X-Pack apart from the regular Vantages is easy, too, looking as though it could deck you just for staring at it. Flared wheel arches give it a particularly muscular look, along with a, er, sizeable power bulge on the bonnet and a far deeper front bumper that acted as an air dam. Probably the most recognisable X-Pack feature is the blanked-out grille (not entirely sure how that helps with cooling) but some cars were specced with a more conventional mesh finish. Blanking plate or not, the X-Pack is an exceptionally rare variant of a car built in the hundreds.This fabulous and extremely rare example is allegedly one of only two right hand drive examples produced in Litchfield Black with black leather interior and walnut trim inlays. The specification includes air conditioning, electric windows, an analogue dashboard clock, heated rear screen and a lockable glove box. It is accompanied by a service booklet, handbook, a good history documenting maintenance and images of the car whilst in Jay Kay’s ownership. Production numbers vary here and there, but the listing claims that only 95 examples were produced, with this particular car being just one of two finished in Litchfield Black Metallic. The X-Packs were offered with an automatic gearbox, what with it being a massive grand tourer at heart, but this model comes with a manual gearbox. This is one of the greats of British motoring and certainly one of the greatest Aston Martins ever built – rare as hens teeth, brutish good looks and performance to match. This particular example has a great pedigree of ownership, having been in the ownership of one of most prolific private collectors in the UK and this would definitely grace any avid Aston Martin collectors garage or indeed be driven in anger by any who dare! Consigned by James Good. FABULOUS AND EXTREMELY RARE EXAMPLE AND PREVIOUS OWNER WAS JAY KAY OF JAMIROQUAIMANUAL GEARBOX, X PACK, VANTAGE - THIS IS THE ULTIMATE AND ONE OF ONLY 2 IN LITCHFIELD BLACK METALLIC TRY AND FIND ANOTHER ON THE MARKET TODAY!
The Lotus Carlton was a Vauxhall Carlton upgraded by Lotus Cars to be a 177mph sports saloon with acceleration equal to contemporary supercars. When released, it was the fastest four-door saloon car in the world. The external differences were minimal with the addition of a rear spoiler, air intakes on the bonnet, Lotus badges on the front wings and bootlid, a bodykit and considerably wider wheel arches. The car was only sold in one colour, a shade of British Racing Green called Imperial Green, a very dark green that in anything but direct light appears black.Lotus re-worked the 2969cc, 24V straight-six used in the Carlton GSi and bored it out to 3615cc. In addition, twin Garrett T25 turbochargers were attached resulting in 377bhp and torque at 419lb/ft. Power was transmitted through a six-speed ZF manual gearbox and power was driven to the rear wheels via a limited-slip differential. The brakes were supplied by AP with 330mm ventilated discs all round and racing callipers.First registered on the 18th March 1992 this truly stunning example of the ultra-collectable 90’s super salon is presented in unmarked Imperial Green with contrasting luxury black full leather. Our vendor always dreamt that his dad would turn up from work in a Lotus Carlton when he was younger but having not experienced it as a child, when the opportunity to purchase his own in 2013 arose he jumped at the chance. The car he purchased in 2013 was a indeed a very good example, just four previous owners with documentation back to when new and in 1996 at 49,478 miles had benefitted from a brand new replacement engine under warranty, which is documented as the last Lotus crate engine in existence, therefore the last-ever factory Lotus re-worked 3615cc, 24V straight-six engine is fitted to this very car.Although happy with his pride and joy, in 2022 he decided to contact his local trusted Bodyshop to tidy up a few aspects, this brought what eventually became an unplanned, comprehensive and frankly breathtaking cosmetic restoration. The car was treated to any necessary work to sills and underside before all nuts and bots were replaced and treated before being fully photographed and then undersealed. Then the body, initially planned to rectify any areas in need, our vendor decided to strike a deal with The Bodycentre, Norwich and they could showcase this car for their work… and boy did that pay dividends, where some body shops would take the route of least resistance The Bodycentre took the philosophy that this was their opportunity to demonstrate the highest level of workmanship, indeed three days alone were taken on one wheel arch to ensure the work was exactly as it would have been from new before replicating it on others. It was handy that another original Lotus Carlton was already in the bodyshop, so no stranger to the cars they could make sure all necessary details were seen to. The fit and finish of the panels and even the body kit is exemplary, the finish being part of the reason our vendor is selling ‘it’s just too good that now I’m worried about driving it and getting even a stone chip’.The car is no trailer queen… yet, recent mechanical works include full brake rebuild front and rear with refurbished calipers, new discs, new pads and new hoses all round, fully powder coated and rebushed suspension, new OE wheel bearings all round, new ball joints and new steering control arms and the car performs impeccably and remains garaged between short trips.The interior wasn’t left out of the works, the headlining and A pillars all retrimmed to sustain the ‘fresh’ feel and as original by an original Lotus factory trimmer, which compliments the original stereo and leather trim which feels like it has done ½ the 76,941 miles on the odometer, even the optional over mats feel fresh and are a nod to the sheer opulence of this car when it was new. On that note, the car is completely standard and incredibly original with all work completed as such, the original unused spare is in the boot alongside the unused medical kit and of course the car is complemented by a comprehensive from day-one history file including full book pack and various dealer booklets and magazines of the day. Never intended to be such a comprehensive restoration project, with the plan to simply tidy the car up, our vendor has for want of a better word ‘shot himself in the foot’ striving for perfection he has created one of the best if not the best example on the market, as new yet drivable, boasting the last Lotus re-worked straight-six and with provenance that cannot be replicated, viewing is imperative to appreciate the opportunity to collectors and enthusiasts alike. Consigned by Mathew Priddy Quite simply the best we have seen and driven, Thought of as the best Lotus Carlton in the countryCar number 297 boasting the last ever Lotus re-worked 3615cc, 24V straight-six engineFeatured in the latest throttling classics episode video with Vicki and MathewRestored to an original yet incredible standard with provence dating back to 1992
Zenza Bronica ETR S AusrüstungZenza Bronica, Japan. SLR-Kamera 4,5 x 6 cm. 1) ETR S, Prismensucher E, Zenzanon 2,8/50 mm, an Rücklinse innen am Rand ein kleiner Fleck, Schnellgriff E, Magazin 120, Kompendium, Polaroid-Stativadapter und Deckel. (3/3) - 2) Zenzanon 3,5/150 mm, Glas unter Punktlicht sauber, mit Deckeln. (2-/3) - 3) Zenzanon 4/40 mm, Frontlinse mit schwachen Putzspuren, an Rücklinse innen sehr schwacher Belag, mit Deckeln. (3/3) - 4) ETR S, Prismensucher AE-II, Zenzanon 2,8/75 mm, an Hinterlinse innen sehr schwacher Belag, mit Handgriff, Gehäuse läßt Magazin 120 nicht einrasten, mit Deckeln. (3/3-4) - Und: 5) Lichtschachtsucher, Nahlinse 62 mm, Mattscheibe E und Sportsucher, alle mit Original-Kartons. (3/3) Start Price: EUR 350 Zustand: (-/-)Zenza Bronica ETR S OutfitZenza Bronica, Japan. 4.5 x 6 cm SLR camera. 1) ETR S, prism viewfinder E, Zenzanon 2.8/50 mm, speed grip E, 120-magazine, compendium, tripod adapter Polaroid and caps, small spot on inside edge of rear element. (3/3) - 2) Zenzanon 3.5/150 mm, with caps, glass clean under point light. (2-/3) - 3) Zenzanon 4/40 mm, with caps, front element with slight cleaning marks, minor residue on the inside of the rear element. (3/3) - 4) ETR S, prism viewfinder AE-II E, Zenzanon 2.8/75 mm, with caps and hand-grip, housing does not allow 120-magazine to slot into place, minor residue on the inside of the rear element. (3/3-4) - And: 5) Waist-level finder E, close-up lens 62 mm, focusing screen E and sports finder E, all with maker’s boxes. (3/3) Start Price: EUR 350 Condition: (-/-)
A WILLIAM III WALNUT AND FLORAL MARQUETRY LONGCASE CLOCK OF ONE-MONTH DURATIONJOHN BARROW, LONDON, CIRCA 1695The five finned pillar outside countwheel bell striking movement with anchor escapement regulated by seconds pendulum, the 11 inch square brass dial with ringed winding holes, 'triple crown' decorated scroll border engrave calendar aperture and subsidiary seconds dial to the matted centre, within applied silvered Roman numeral chapter ring with stylised sword-hilt half hour markers, Arabic five minutes beyond the outer minute track and signed John Barrow, Londini fecit to lower margin, with fine scroll-pierced sculpted blued steel hands and applied winged cherub mask and scroll cast spandrels to angles and incorporating leafy scroll engraved decoration to the margins of the plate between, the case with ogee moulded cornice and fretwork frieze over floral marquetry trail decorated hinged glazed dial surround applied with ebonised three quarter columns to angles, the sides with rectangular glazed apertures and conforming quarter columns set against bargeboards at the rear, the trunk with floral bloom decorated convex throat moulding over 42 inch rectangular door centred with a circular lenticle and with three shaped marquetry panels decorated with bird inhabited floral sprays and scrolling foliage into an ebonised ground, with half-round edge mouldings and triple-line strung surround, the sides veneered with three line-edged panels within crossbanded borders, the base with stepped ogee top mouldings over conforming rectangular marquetry panel within crossbanded surround, on bun feet.204.5cm (80.5ins) high, 47.5cm (18.75ins) wide, 25,5cm (10ins) deep. John Barrow is recorded in Loomes, Brian Clockmakers of Britain 1286-1700 as born around 1657 and apprenticed to Frances Ireland 1671-78. He gained his Freedom of the Clockmakers' Company in 1681. He took-on numerous apprentices including several from his own family such as Samuel Barrow 1688-69, William Barrow (his son) 1700/01-10, and George Barrow (probably son of William Barrow of Churton, Cheshire) in 1706. John Barrow signed the oath of allegiance in 1697, he was made Assistant in 1705, Warden from 1710 and served as Master in 1714; he died in 1718 and was buried at St. Paul's Covent Garden. Loomes further notes that he worked from an address at the Hermitage hence may have had some form of relationship with Samuel Barrow who was also based there. The engraved 'triple crown' decoration around the calendar aperture of the current lot is a feature sometimes seen on longcase clocks dating from the 1690's and is generally thought to represent the unification of the three Kingdoms of England, Ireland and Scotland, which was first envisaged during the reign of James II in 1688 and was cemented by Act of Parliament in 1707. Indeed, it is possible that this decoration commemorates the signing of the clockmaker's oath of allegiance (to the crown) in 1697. Condition Report: Movement is in relatively clean working condition with no visible evidence of alteration or noticeable replacements other than the escapewheel and pallets which look to be 19th century service replacements. There is some historic rebushing and a gentle clean/service is advised if intending to put into long term service. The dial is in fine condition with only slight oxidation to the silvering; hands appear original and undamaged. The movement rests on what appears to the original seatboard at the correct level in the case with no visible evidence of adjustments to the cheek uprights of the case. With this in mind we are of the opinion that the movement and dial are original to the case. The case is in sound condition but would benefit from a little attention in places, The hood has replacements columns and bargeboards to the rear. The front fret is also not original and the upper edge of the hood now has slips of timber applied to the top edge (for no apparent purpose). There is no evidence to indicate that the hood was made as a rising and door is veneered on the inside hence hood may have originally been made with a door. The right-hand side has section cut into the lower leading corner to allow the late brass column base clearance when the door is opened. The trunk is in sound condition although the hinges are replacements. The backboard continues down into the base stopping around 3 inches up from the lower level of the box, the sides of the trunk continue further hence it is likely that these elements retain their original length. The carcass has a general wash of black stain (appears 19th century). The trunk door has the usual slight shrinkage cracking/small losses within the marquetry towards the upper and lower margins (where the horizontal clamps are applied to the door board). The base retains its original marquetry but with some repairs and replacements/filling within the decoration; there is also some shrinkage cracking. The side veneers of the trunk are in good condition and nicely figured; the sides of the base have noticeable shrinkage and patching/replacements within the veneers (most noticeably towards the front corners. The underside of the plinth has strip of timber applied to both the front and sides and the bun feet are later. Faults to the case are otherwise limited to bumps, scuffs, a few small veneer patch repairs and other age-related blemishes.Clock is complete with pendulum, two brass-cased weights, winder and case key. Condition Report Disclaimer
Y A FINE CHARLES II OLIVEWOOD AND FLORAL MARQUETRY EIGHT-DAY LONGCASE CLOCK WITH TEN-INCH DIALRICHARD JARRATT, LONDON, CIRCA 1685The five finned and latched pillar outside countwheel bell striking movement with tall plates measuring 7.5 by 5 inches and anchor escapement regulated by seconds pendulum, the backplate with distinctive decorative aperture for the pallet arbor, the 10 inch square brass dial with calendar aperture and subsidiary seconds dial to the finely matted centre within applied silvered Roman numeral chapter ring with fleur-de-lys half hour markers and Arabic five minutes within the outer minute track, with scroll pierced steel hands, applied cast winged cherub mask spandrels to angles and signed Richard Jarratt, London to lower margin of the plate, in an oyster olivewood and floral marquetry veneered case with part ebonised ogee moulded architectural cornice and foliate scroll pierced fret to frieze over hinged front with glazed dial aperture flanked by ebonised Solomonic twist three-quarter columns to front angles, the sides with rectangular windows and conforming quarter columns set against bargeboards at the rear, the trunk with convex throat moulding over 41 inch rectangular door centred with an oval lenticle between two line-edged shaped marquetry panels decorated with bird inhabited floral sprays and a central stylised urn into an ebony ground within an oyster veneered olivewood field, the upper and lower angles with conforming marquetry spandrel panels within half-round ebonised edge mouldings, the sides with veneered with repeating oysters within banded surround, the base with part-ebonised stepped ogee upper moulding over oval floral marquetry decorated panel and four conforming quadrant panels to fascia, on ebonised bun feet, (the hood formerly rising).191.5cm (75.5ins) high, 45cm (17.75ins) wide, 24cm (9.5ins) deep. Provenance:The Leonard Fuller Collection, purchased from G.H. Bell, Winchester, 26th August 1965 for £850. Richard Jarratt is recorded in Loomes, Brian Clockmakers of Britain 1286-1700 as a freeman of the Salters' Company who became free in the Clockmakers' Company in January 1670/1. He was made a Steward in 1672, an Assistant in 1674, served as Warden 1681-83 and was elected Master in 1686. Jarratt was the son-on-law of Jeremy Gregory having married Rebecca Halstead (nee Gregory) widow of clockmaker Richard Halstead in 1678. Richard Jarratt worked in Lothbury and ceased attending Court in 1693 through illness. He received occasional charity from the Clockamakers' Company from 1694 including 18s sent to him at 'Ludgate' prison in 1695. Jarratt continued to pay quaterage up until 1697 but did not sign the oath of allegiance that year. He is believed to have died by 1698. The present lot is a good example of the earliest form of marquetry longcase clock with ebony-ground bird inhabited designs set into shaped panels composed with curved quadrants to the trunk door and shaped spandrels around an on oval to the plinth. Indeed a case housing a movement and dial by Thomas Tompion, exhibiting a related arrangement of marquetry panels to the present clock, is illustrated in Dawson, P.G; Drover, C.B. and Parkes, D.W. Early English Clocks on page 266 (Plate 363). The movement of the present clock is also highly typical of the produced by London makers during the mis 1680's with tall slender latched plates and external countwheel; a nice, individual feature, is the decorative cut-out to the backplate for the pallet arbor. The dial is of an attractive restrained design again typical of the period with the signature executed in the same manner (and probably by the same hand) as an example by Joseph Knibb illustrated in Lee, Ronald A. The Knibb Family * Clockmakers on page 108 (Plate 107). Condition Report: Movement is in working condition with no visible evidence of alteration or noticeable replacements. The mechanism is clean but we would suggest that a precautionary gentle clean/lubrication is advisable if intending to put into long term service. The dial is in good original condition; the plate is not gilded but is of nice even mellow colour being coated in toned lacquer. The chapter ring has overall light oxidation hence is also of fairly mellow colour. The hour hand is an unusual pattern hence may be a replacement; the spandrels are good quality castings. The seatboard is a replacement but rests at the correct level in the case on cheek uprights that appear free from any visible adjustment. The top left corner of the backplate has evidence of movement-to-case securing bracket being fitted at some point (no longer present) there is no corresponding evidence of a being fitted to the case backboard which would suggest that the movement and dial are not original to the case (although movement and case are a very good match).The case is generally in very good condition. The hood was originally rising but has been converted to be drawn forwards and the front now opens. The conversion to opening front was clearly executed a long time ago and very neatly preserving the original veneers to the sides. The top board is a replacement and the rear edges of the extremities of the cornice have been cut at an angle to allow for standing in the corner of a room. The front right hand tip of the cornice has a small loss to the moulding, and there is a very small section out of the chin moulding to the right hand side towards the front edge. The frieze fret and bargeboards are replacements, the rear quarter columns may also be replacements. The top board is a replacement and the rear interior edges also have some wear (near the runners for the former rising action). Faults to the hood are otherwise limited to minor bumps, scuffs, shrinkage, wear and historic repairs commensurate with age and use. The trunk and base are in fine condition with the door retaining its original lock and hinges. Although the backboard and sides panels do not continue all the way down to line up with the lower edge of the base (stop a few inches short) they appear to retain their original lengths with no evidence if being shortened. The box base appears original but with some historic worm damage to the carcass (not active). The veneers have small repairs to the banding at the edges (to address chips); both sides have a full-height sections of veneer let-in towards the rear edge - these appear to be an original feature and both side veneers match. The bin feet are replacements and there is a later applied slip of timber dressing the rear of the box beneath the backboard Faults to the case are otherwise very much limited to small historic bumps, scuffs, a few very minor veneer repairs and other age-related blemishes.Clock is complete with pendulum, two brass-cased weights, case key and a winder. Condition Report Disclaimer
Three: Lieutenant R. G. Hunter, Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders, who was killed in action on the Western Front on 23 April 1917 1914-15 Star (2. Lieut. R. G. Hunter. A. & S. Highrs); British War and Victory Medals (Lieut. R. G. Hunter.); Memorial Plaque (Robert Gibson Hunter) generally very fine (4) £200-£300 --- Robert Gibson Hunter was the son of Robert and Harriette Mary Hunter, of Kirkmailing, Larbert, Stirlingshire. He served during the Great War with "A" Company, 1/7th Battalion, Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders in the French theatre of War from 28 July 1915. Lieutenant Hunter was killed in action on 23 April 1917, and is buried in the Level Crossing Cemetery, Fampoux, France.
Tri-ang Railways and Kitmaster TT Passenger and Goods Rolling Stock Track and Accessories Wrenn Points and H&M Controller, Tri-ang, 'Eagle' Pullman Coach, maroon Suburban Coaches (3), WR Coaches (2), SR green Coach and Utility Van, goods Rolling Stock (15, including bogie Tank wagon, well wagon and Bolster wagon), T29 Level Crossing with 4 gates, T28 Engine Shed with all Chimneys, Kitmaster green Corridor Coaches kitbuilt green (3) and maroon, and one unmade kit, H&M Powermaster Transformer Unit, S&B Home Junction Signal, all in original boxes, unboxed, Tri-ang wagons (2), Type B Track (24 pieces) and Wrenn Points (5), F-VG, boxes F-G (qty)
Ca. AD 100 - 300A Roman multi-layer agate intaglio depicting a detailed standing Apollo facing right and holding his sceptre in his left hand; the design is made in a naturalistic manner typical of the beginning of the Augustan period when intaglios were realised only by the master at the top level workshop in Rome. The gem is set in a high carat Victorian gold open work ring with a round hoop divided into three sections of gold threads depicting a twisted motif on the shoulders. For similar see: Christie's, On Line Auction 12805, Ancient jewelry; wearable art, Lot. 9.Size: D:mm / US: 6 3/4 / UK: N; Weight: 5gProvenance: Property of a London Ancient art collector, formerly in a Mayfair private collection of Mr. P. S., formerly acquired on the UK art market since the 1970s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Ca. 100 BC - AD 100A Roman multi-layer agate intaglio depicting a standing naked Jupiter holding lightning in his left hand and in his right a long spear. The design is made in a naturalistic manner typical of the beginning of the Augustan period when intaglio rings were realised only by the master at the top level workshop in Rome. The intaglio is set in a possibly later gold ring composed of a large bezel connected to a round hoop decorated with a central ridge. For similar see: Christie's, On Line Auction 12805, Ancient jewelry; wearable art, Lot. 9.Size: D:mm / US: 6 1/4 / UK: M; Weight: 10gProvenance: Property of a London Ancient art collector, formerly in a Mayfair private collection of Mr. P. S., formerly acquired on the UK art market since the 1970s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Ca. 300 - 100 BC A stunning Hellenistic gold ring with a large hexagonal multi level bezel with a red cabochon in the centre. The round column shaped hoop is connected to the bezel with two hinges. The lower part of the hoop has a lunar shape securing an oval pale red cabochon on the bottom. Size: D:mm / US: 9 1/2 / UK: S 1/2; Weight: 24.4g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter. This piece comes with an authentication report by Sami Fortune, ancient jewellery specialist.
A simply incredible example with just 1,179 miles from new, family ownership and in truly amazing condition that needs to be seen to be appreciated. Back in 1999, if you wanted a back-to-basics roadster that was quick, handsome and had a stiff chassis with 50/50 weight distribution, you didn’t have too many options. The MX-5 wasn’t far off, but you could hardly call that quick – and the MG F was little-better.Before the S2000, roadsters generally came with scuttle shake – that awful vibration of the windscreen and dash when you hit a bump – and Honda’s motorsport engineers, who were tasked with building the S2000, were determined to eliminate this. The solution was the high 'X-bone' frame which, in conjunction with the steel monocoque chassis and body structure gave the S2000 levels of rigidity previously unheard of in open-top cars. There hadn't been a roadster with this level of focus on the driver since the Lotus Elise.The S2000's engine also set the Honda apart from the rest, producing 237bhp from a 2-litre block, impressive enough today, let alone back in 1999 and it did so without forced induction. Cutting-edge dynamics, a rev limit of 9,000rpm and the engine's position far back in the engine bay (almost front/mid-engined) meant that it had no real competition, no other sporting two-seaters could come close to its combination of speed, handling, brakes and good looks. The car was available in GT-spec which included headlight washers, traction control, PAS, CD and a factory hardtop.The S2000GT offered here is probably unrepeatable as it has covered an incredible 1,179 miles from new and presents as such. It's a UK-supplied, right-hand drive example finished in Nürburgring Blue Metallic with a matching hardtop, complemented by a blue convertible roof with a black leather interior. Equipment includes an electrically operated convertible roof (with stand and cover), heated rear window, air-con, radio CD player, electric windows and electrically adjustable door mirrors.Despite the incredibly low mileage, the service book has been stamped a remarkable seven times and accompanying the car are the owners manuals, service book, toolkit, MOTs and service invoices. The car has been garaged from new and this is clear to see from its spectacular condition, which needs to be seen to be appreciated.The Honda S2000 GT is becoming very collectible and quite right for such an involving sports car. This particular example will certainly be hard to repeat considering its condition, mileage and diligent history. A true 'best of breed' contender, we welcome and encourage your inspection at our Silverstone Festival auction to fully appreciate the quality on offer.Specification Make: HONDA Model: S2000 GT Year: 2002 Chassis Number: JHMAP11302T201116 Registration Number: HG02 MLE Transmission: Manual Engine Number: F20C21021066 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 1179 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: BlackClick here for more details and images
An original UK, right-hand drive, manual gearbox 190 SL fully rebuilt from a bare shell and superbly finished in Opalescent Blue. During the 1950s, when Mercedes-Benz were the dominant force in top-level motorsport, the undisputed flagship of the firm’s production car range was the stunning 300SL sports car. Highly desirable as it was, it was also financially out of the reach of most enthusiasts. Keen to capitalise on the 300 SL’s numerous competition successes and find a foothold in the increasingly lucrative sports car market, Mercedes-Benz introduced its smaller stablemate, the equally beautifully engineered 190 SL. The 190 SL was powered by a new, slightly over-square, 1.9-litre straight-four SOHC engine that developed 120bhp with twin-choke dual Solex carburettors and when mated with a 4-speed manual gearbox, endowed the sleek aerodynamic and comparatively light roadster with a top speed of 115mph and a respectable 0-60 time of 13 seconds. The fact that the 190's ride was more 'boulevard' than sporting and that many contemporary sports cars could out-perform it while costing a good deal less did nothing to deter sales. The 190 SL cemented Mercedes-Benz's reputation as the car manufacturer for those who wanted elegance, build quality and a good turn of speed and unsurprisingly, most of the 26,000 units were sold to the North American market, with some 562 arriving in the UK in right-hand drive.Offered from long term ownership with a full restoration completed some nine years ago, this original UK, right-hand drive Mercedes 190 SL has had the benefit of being fully rebuilt from a bare shell with the bodywork superbly refinished in Opalescent Blue by PF Autos of Stoke on Trent. Redcastle Classics Ltd, Mercedes Specialists, based in Caerphilly, were entrusted with a complete engine overhaul including new pistons, liners and balanced crankshaft all breathing through twin Weber 40 DCIOE carburettors. Additional upgrades included a fully recommissioned steering box, an alternator upgrade and a fully refurbished drivetrain illustrating that this clearly was a no expense spared exercise. Internally, the same attention to detail continued with a full Burgundy leather interior and replacement carpets as required, all beautifully highlighted by the distinctive padded dashboard with an abundance of period chrome details such as the horn ring and courtesy light and the Bakelite steering wheel and gear knob.The car is accompanied by a comprehensive history file containing numerous bills and invoices and a photographic record of the extensive refurbishment. This is a lovely example of these late-1950s Continental Roadsters and would be welcome in any Collection or, as was obviously the intention, very much at home out on the open road with numerous trophy-winning outings covering the UK and even longer road trips to Classic Le Mans already under its belt. Your early inspection is welcomed and encouraged to fully appreciate the charismatic styling that truly epitomised the bright sense of optimism and 'anything is possible' feeling that pervaded Western Europe ten years after the end of hostilities.Specification Make: MERCEDES Model: 190 SL Year: 1956 Chassis Number: R121042650361 Registration Number: DEY 202 Transmission: Manual Engine Number: TBC Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Make: RHD Interior Colour: Red HideClick here for more details and images
This 4.2-litre Coupé, a charming, older restored example finished in Warwick Grey with a red leather interior, is offered without Reserve. Jaguar continued to develop the E-Type throughout its life and the first results of this programme of improvements were introduced in 1964 when the newly enlarged 4.2-litre XK engine was installed. Maximum power remained unchanged at 265bhp, however torque was usefully increased which, combined with the arrival of a fully synchronised Moss gearbox and more consistent fuel flow from the twin SU petrol pumps, contributed greatly to smooth progress.The Series 2 of 1968 was a further quantum leap with an improved cooling system and better Girling brakes addressing those less than endearing Series I characteristics of getting too hot and not being able to stop. The Series 2 also introduced several design changes, largely due to US Federal legislation and the most noted exterior features are the open headlights, a larger grille opening, re-positioned and larger front indicators and rear lights below the bumpers. The 4.2-litre XK straight-six now featured ribbed cam-covers, whilst inside there were better seats with headrests, new switchgear and the ignition switch was now on the steering column.Dating from 1971, the chassis number on this right-hand drive Series 2 Coupé indicates that it was one of the last few dozen S2 Coupés built, immediately prior to the arrival of the Series 3. We understand that it was subject to a bodywork restoration in the early 2000s and refinished in Warwick Grey although the red leather interior appears to be original. The history file contains a photographic record of the restoration.The Jaguar was purchased by our vendor in 2013 and there is an invoice in the file from Bishops of Peterborough dated 30th September 2013 covering various items including the fitting of a flat-bottomed Moto-Lita steering wheel and boss (£276) to make getting in and out easier. Bishops have continued to look after the car and there are a further three invoices in the file from them totalling £3,023.This is a charming example of a late-production S 2, nicely mellowed with an original interior and is on offer without Reserve. Running and driving, it wouldn't need much to take it to the next level and is well worth your close inspection.Specification Make: JAGUAR Model: E-TYPE Year: 1971 Chassis Number: 1R21040 Registration Number: AGG 182J Transmission: Manual Engine Number: 7R14203-8 Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 15063 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: Red leatherClick here for more details and images
Vinyl Records – 45rpm 7” Singles - Fleetwood Mac – Go Your Own Way – K 16872; Rick Wakeman – Custer's Last Stand – WAKE 3; Led Zeppelin – Fool In The Rain / Hot Dog – P-530N; Lou Reed – Vicious – RCA 2318; Lou Reed – Sweet Jane - APBO-0238; Jefferson Airplane – Volunteers – RCA 1933; Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young – Ohio – 2091-023; Deep Purple – Hallelujah (I Am The Preacher) – T-1537; White Boy – Sagittarius Bumpersticker – DS#1; Stray – Take It Easy – 7N 45564; Quartz – Street Fighting Lady – UP 36317; Baker Gurvitz Army – Space Machine – TOP 2; Steppenwolf – Born To Be Wild / Everybody's Next One – SS 8017; Yes – Yours Is No Disgrace / Your Move / Sweet Dreams – 2091 214; Lou Reed – Walk On The Wild Side – RCA 2303; r.e.f.m. / Link Cromwell – White Christmas / No Jestering – J-60568; Lone Star – Hypnotic Mover – S CBS 5520; If – Raise The Level Of Your Conscious Mind – WIP-6083; U.K. – In The Dead Of The Night – 2001 783; Vinegar Joe – Never Met A Dog (That Took To Me) – WIP 6125; Tyla Gang – Styrofoam – BUY 4; UFO – Doctor Doctor / Lipstick Traces – CHS.2040; Lou Reed – Charley's Girl – RCA 2666; The Who – The Real Me – MCA-40182; Crosby, Stills & Nash – Suite: Judy Blue Eyes – 584304; Roger Waters – What God Wants, Part I – 658139 0; Mike Oldfield – Five Miles Out - VSY464, picture disc; Graham Parker – Love Without Greed – BUY 82£2; Traffic – No Face, No Name And No Number – WIP 6030; Gypsy – Changes Coming – UP 35272; Neil Young – Only Love Can Break Your Heart / Cinnamon Girl – 0746; The Nice – America – IM 068; Others, including Far Corporation, Yes, Fleetwood Mac, Nazareth, A House, Crosby Stills Nash & Young, Focus, ZZ Top, Alice Cooper, Steve Perry, Shocking Blue, Atomic Rooster, David Gilmour, PFM, Strife, Greenslade, Traffic, Juluka picture disc, Uriah Heep, Plummet Airlines, Slack Alice, Ironhorse in clear vinyl, Amen Corner, Three Dog Night, Streetband, Steppenwolfe, etc (approx. 71)
Auto Miranda Lenses & Accessories, an Auto Miranda 3.5cm f/2.8, 13.5cm f/3.5, three 135mm f/2.8 lens, G-VG, a Miranda pistol grip, clip on Cds meter, three extension tube sets, two Focabell-S bellows, VH-1 waist level finder, slide duplicator, all in makers boxes, six various waist level finders and an unboxed Focabell-s bellows, G-VG
POP 7" ('J TO S' ARTISTS). Around 140 x essential Pop 7" this time taking us from Michael Jackson to Sherbet with sweet stops along the way! With cuts from the likes of The Jags, Bob James, Joan Jett, Jon And Vangelis, Nik Kershaw, King Kurt, Mark Knopfler, Cyndi Lauper, Level 42, Lindisfarne, Linx, Nick Lowe, Kirsty MacColl, Mel & Kim, Mental As Anything, Mr Big, Matt Bianco, Mud, Olivia Newton-John, Madonna, M.C. Hammer, Ray Parker Jr., Pet Shop Boys, Redbone, Stan Ridgway, Sad Cafe and Robbie Robertson. Condition is often VG+ to Ex+.
SIX BOTTLES BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINOArgiano 1977 (Level base neck); San Carlo Azienda Agricola S. Carlo 1976 (Level upper shoulder. Capsule showing signs of seepage); Tenuta di Col D'Orcia (Level very top shoulder 1978); Tenuta il Poggione 1970 (Level bottom shoulder); Riserva, Argiano 1975 (Level very top shoulder); Tenuta il Poggione 1970 (level bottom shoulder)
SIX BOTTLES BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINOTenuta di Sesta 1977 (level top shoulder); Poggio Alle Mura 1977 (level mid shoulder); Azienda Agricola S. Carlo 1977 (level upper shoulder); Azienda Agricola Capanna 1977 (level base neck); Agricola Canalicchio di Sopra 1979 (level top shoulder); Mauro Fastelli 1987 (level base neck)
INDIANA JONES AND THE KINGDOM OF THE CRYSTAL SKULL (2008) - Indiana Jones' (Harrison Ford) Stunt Webley Revolver - Indiana Jones' (Harrison Ford) stunt Webley revolver from Steven Spielberg's Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. Jones kept a Webley revolver in his holster as his sidearm of choice, the same type of revolver he'd carried in 1989's Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. This stunt revolver is made of dense black rubber and features a high level of detail, including a textured grip with an eyelet on the bottom. It is unpainted and likely created as a production backup. The revolver exhibits some scuffing. Dimensions: 12" x 7.5" x 1.75" (30.5 cm x 19.25 cm x 4.25 cm)Ownership may be restricted in some countries; see replica firearm notice in Buyer's Guide.Estimate: $2,000 - 4,000Bidding for this lot will end on Saturday, August 17th. The auction will begin at 9:30AM PDT and lots are sold sequentially via live auctioneer; tune in to the live streaming broadcast on auction day to follow the pace. Note other lots in the auction may close on Thursday, August 15th, Friday, August 16th or Sunday, August 18th.
KING CHARLES III INTEREST - PRINCE OF WALES PRESENTATION KNIFE, GERALD BENNEY, LONDON 1975 the textured grip engraved with Prince of Wales feathered coronet, twin Sheffield steel blades, in cloth pouch and boxNote: As per the vendor, ‘My late uncle Ronald MacKillop BEM was Caretaker at Government House, Sydney for many years. His house, (since sadly demolished) in the grounds, on what is now known as Bennelong Lawn was directly across from and level with the doors of Sydney Opera House. It afforded what the late Duke of Edinburgh described to him as 'the house with the best view in the world'. The Royal Family including the now King Charles always made a point of visiting during their Tours and it was on one of these visits, according to my uncle, that Charles presented him with the knife, I think in the early 70's.’ 8cm long unfolded
[SUDAN CAMPAIGN / MANUSCRIPT ACCOUNT], 4to., 17pp., 9 ink illus. & 1 ink and watercolour map, covers gone (some foxing), a compelling first-person account , 19th - 28th January [1885], by an unidentified officer (probably of the Royal Sussex Regt.). Chapter 1 entitled "The Battle of Abu Kru", Chapter 2 [unfinished] "On board Gordon's Steamers", subjects include military actions, conditions, the dispute of whether to execute p.o.w.'s, the rivalries between army and navy personnel on the steamers "kept together by a common cause, our fidelity to Gordon, self-preservation and a knowledge that one should get scant mercy at the hands of Mahdi", the loss of red coat apparel, the bullet-proofing of the steamers; all in a considerable level of detail.
Registration - ABW 330MChassis No. - 549854M.O.T. - ExemptOdometer - 11,042 kmThis superb Innocenti Mini Cooper Export 1300, which is being offered with no reserve is a real rarity that will appeal enormously to Mini enthusiasts the world over. The vendor has this LHD car for 16 years, in which time it has benefitted from a “first-class” full nut-and-bolt restoration. This saw them “take it to another level” with a series of expertly-configured upgrades to create what they believe to be one of the most special original Innocenti Minis in the world. ‘ABV330M’ has an upgraded 1,310cc engine with Aldon electronic ignition and a specialist hand-made cooling system that includes a bespoke heater matrix, oil cooler and twin-core radiator. It also has Swiftune trumpets and an LCB three-branch exhaust manifold feeding into a Maniflow exhaust. The vendor says this is a car built not simply for pootling to the shops but, thanks to its extra power, “jumping in and crossing continents”. This 1973 Innocenti Mini Cooper Export 1300’s suspension has been expertly improved to handle its extra power as well. It has Koni dampers all-round, and adjustable Hi-Lo suspension. Handling is further improved by a negative camber kit. A big box folder of history helps confirm the many upgrades that have helped engineer what is a very special car indeed. ‘ABV330M is finished in the wonderfully original 1970s colour of Pescanero, with a grey and black vinyl and cloth interior. Is packed with delightful period details that mark out Innocenti Leyland Minis from home market British Leyland models. These include badges and logos, front grille and boot pressing, desirable ‘Export’ badges on the front wings, and other touches that identify this as a bespoke Mini built in Italy. ‘ABV330M’ also showcases the bespoke Innocenti Mini interior, with a horizontally-arranged six-dial instrument pack featuring gauges carrying lettering in Italian. Distinct eyeball air vents, door trims and door pockets are different from British Mini too, while Innocenti even fitted a bespoke heater system and steering wheel. Overall, the vendor describes this car as being in ‘excellent’ condition throughout, making this a rare opportunity for aficionados to obtain an ultra-desirable example of the Innocenti Mini Cooper Export. Innocenti was established in the 1930s and was originally famous for its Lambretta scooters. In 1961, it struck a deal with BMC to build the Mini under licence, with the original Innocenti Mini 850 introduced in 1965. The cars were originally assembled using CKD kits of parts shipped to Italy from the UK, before production of locally-sourced shells in Italy began. Mini fans can spend hours detailing the differences between UK and Italian cars. Production continued for 10 years and the Innocenti Minis were a huge success, although further plans to work with Innocenti were halted when BLMC was effectively nationalised in 1975. In summary:Collectable Innocenti Mini Cooper Export 1300Subject of a full restoration to a very high standardExtensive history documents a fascinating and ultra-rare model
Registration - 946 UYLChassis No. - 589K06030M.O.T. - ExemptOdometer - 40,300This grand and graceful 1958 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is a real high-impact LHD American classic – with added celebrity kudos, having appeared in an episode of The Crown on Netflix. Originally sold by Bradley Oldsmobile in Tulsa (whose dealer emblem remains on the bootlid) in August 1958, it remained in the state for 33 years, before moving to Kansas, and eventually being imported into the UK. In terms of condition, the vendor reports it is ‘excellent’ throughout, including exterior, interior and mechanicals. “High points are superb original seats, carpets, trunk area, chrome, stainless trim and glass.” They add that the body is corrosion-free, the paint is original and they have resisted the temptation to paint it: to make truly perfect, the bonnet would benefit from some attention. In 2002, it enjoyed a full engine and transmission removal and overhaul, with the vendor regularly servicing it during their stewardship. ‘946UYL’ comes with a very comprehensive history that includes a trophy for winning the Classic American Magazine Stars & Stripes event at Tatton Park in 2017, plus a prize for best 1950s American car at the 2019 event. The car was later displayed at the NEC on the Classic American stand. It has also been featured in a detailed magazine article, a copy of which will be included in the sale. The 6.1-litre V8 engine is paired with a four-speed automatic transmission, with an odometer reading 40,300 miles. The vendor reports it drives very well, starting easily with no smoke or noises. ‘946UYL’ is fitted with the rare factory-fit air conditioning, but because this wasn’t working, the vendor has removed the compressor and condenser to store them in a dry place for future attention. The vendor adds they have owned American cars for nearly 50 years “and know what a good car should be like: this is a superb find”. The Oldsmobile 98 (also spelled Ninety-Eight) was the American firm’s full-size range-topper that ran from the 1940s right through to 1996. The name refers to it being a ‘Series 90’ fitted with a V8 engine. Naturally, being a top-line model (the Oldsmobile equivalent of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, if you like), it pioneered many high-tech features of the time, such as automatic transmission and automatically-dimming headlights. The fifth generation Oldsmobile 98 was introduced in 1957, with avant-garde styling including dramatic side feature lines, and with high-level equipment such as power steering, power brakes and electric windows. All were powered by a 6.1-litre ‘Rocket’ V8 engine, with a four-speed Hydramatic automatic transmission. The cars measured an astonishing 5.5 metres long, and were offered in both two-door and four-door hard-top and convertible versions. The fifth generation lasted just two years before a complete redesign in 1959. In summary:Classic American award-winning carFeatured in ‘The Crown’ on NetflixHighly original with plenty of period features and historical records
Registration - F11 TYPChassis No. - SAJAC65B6E8K03512M.O.T. - July 2025Odometer - 12,000Resplendent in racing red, this Jaguar F-Type S convertible is an early example, and offered at no reserve. Fitted with a cherished registration, which is included in the sale, ‘F11 TYP’ uses Jaguar’s 3.0-litre supercharged V6 and eight-speed Quickshift automatic transmission with steering wheel-mounted paddles. Performance when new saw 380hp help move the F-Type S from 0-62mph in just 4.8 seconds, seeing this roadster continue Jaguar’s fine tradition of open-top sportscars. The interior features black leather seats with red stitching, while the dashboard and centre console is in black with silver highlights. Factory-fitted features include Jaguar’s high-performance braking system with red brake callipers, adaptive sports suspension, active sports exhaust, sports seats, and multi-function steering wheel.The F-Type S has had just two owners from new, with the current keeper’s tenure lasting more than eight years. It has been looked after by Jaguar dealerships from new, and features a full service history, as well as having no advisories on the last MOT. ‘F11 TYP’ has been kept in dry storage for some time, due to health issues, and as such has had a new battery fitted. It also helps explain the low indicated mileage, with just 12,000 miles showing on the odometer, and fewer than 1,000 of those in the last three years according to MOT reports. The vendor describes ‘F11 TYP’ as being in 'superb' overall condition, with only the paintwork described as ‘good’; the rest of the car, including engine, transmission, electrics, bodywork, and interior are all reckoned ‘excellent’.Offered at no reserveLow mileage exampleStunning supercharged Jaguar roadsterJaguar launched the F-Type in 2013, based on the well-received C-X16 concept shown at Frankfurt Motor Show in 2011. Pitched as the spiritual successor to the E-Type, clear styling cues from Jaguar’s most famous model are clear, but it’s a thoroughly modern design, penned by a team led by Ian Callum. Despite the concept car being a coupe, it was the roadster that was launched first, followed by the coupe a year later in 2014. Each were available in standard, S, and R specifications, all super charged, with the former two using V6 units, and the R powered by a supercharged V8 producing almost 500hp. A high-performance SVR version arrived in 2016, before a facelift was introduced in 2019. This saw slimmer light clusters and sharpened design, as well as the introduction of an entry-level 2.0-litre turbocharged engine, beneath the two V6 units and the V8. Production ran until 2024, with almost 88,000 models produced.
Registration - GOV 750WChassis No. - TPADJ7AT205451M.O.T. - TBCOdometer - TBCCheerfully presented in sky blue, this example of Triumph’s TR7 convertible is powered by the firm’s 2.0-litre straight four and manual gearbox. Offered at no reserve, ‘GOV 750W’ is fitted with Triumph’s multi-spoke star wheels and folding roof, while inside the interior is specified to complement the exterior bodywork. The seats and door cards are trimmed in blue vinyl with tartan cloth panels, and the centre console has wood veneer trim - matching the wood-rimmed steering wheel and gear knob. ‘GOV 750W’ is offered as a project car, in need of some TLC. The odometer reads only 29,262 miles, which is an incredibly low figure for what is a 44 year old model, and as such is unwarranted. MOT records support that figure back to 2006, however, the TR7’s MOT last expired in April 2017 and hasn’t been tested since. ‘GOV 750W’ comes with a folder of paperwork and, although can be seen in the photos, is far from concours level, represents good foundations for someone to stamp their mark on the car.Offered at no reserveIdeal project modelDesirable convertible example of Triumph’s TR7Representing a significant departure from the TR6 that preceded it, the Triumph TR7 came with wedge styling typical of the time, and proved a successful export model for the British manufacturer. Introduced in 1975 in the United States, it took more than 12 months for the TR7 to go on sale in the UK because of demand overseas. Powered by a four-cylinder petrol engine and four-speed manual gearbox initially, later developments saw the option of a five-speed manual or three-speed automatic introduced. Triumph also developed a V8 powered version - technically the TR8 - which used a Rover 3.5-litre V8, focused on the US market, and the firm also took it rallying as the TR7 V8. Production lasted until 1981, after around 115,000 models had been built, and marked the end of Triumph as a sports car manufacturer.
Registration - E183 SFXChassis No. - WPO22292ZJN400590M.O.T. - October 2024Odometer - 80,771This a rare opportunity to acquire one of just 74 RHD UK-market limited edition 924Ss which were built in celebration of Porsche’s win at Le Mans in 1988. Of the 74, 37 were produced in Alpine white livery and 34 in the black livery sported by ‘E183 SFX’. Generally regarded as the most desirable 924 model, the 924S Le Mans is immediately identifiable by its Le Mans logos and turquoise stripes and boasts a factory-fitted, 165bhp 2.5-litre Porsche 944 engine, lowered/adjustable sports suspension, electric sunroof, headlamp washers, power steering and cast alloy wheels, plus special sports seats, grey fabric trim with turquoise pinstriping, and sport steering wheel. ‘E183 SFX’ comes with a certificate of production documenting all the Le Mans edition optional equipment and a full history covering the past 14 years – throughout which time it has been in the current keeper’s ownership. In December 2006 the car was a category D insurance write-off but repaired and returned to full health to provide motoring enjoyment for subsequent owners. The vendor describes the engine, bodywork and five-speed manual transmission as ‘excellent’ and the electrics, paintwork and refurbished interior as ‘good’. The car has recently benefited from new brake disks, part-stainless exhaust, new sunroof motor and new speedometer cog. Once treated as something of an outsider by Porsche aficionados, the 924 has become an increasingly sought-after member of the family, The 924 served as Porsche’s entry-level model from 1976 to 1988 and effectively supplanted both the mid-engined 914 and the 912. It was the first Porsche to be powered by a water-cooled, front-mounted engine and the first to be offered with a fully automatic transmission. A joint venture with VAG, it was penned by Porsche designer Harm Lagaay and built by Volkswagen employees at the former NSU factory in Neckarsulm. By 1984 Volkswagen had decided to cease manufacture of the blocks for the 924 engine. Porsche’s solution was to install a slightly detuned version of the 2.5-litre unit from its 944 and so the 150bhp 924S was born. Barely slower than the 924 Turbo and slightly quicker than the base model 944, the S proved very popular on both sides of the Atlantic, and some 33,338 examples were eventually produced. In summary:· One of just 37 black-liveried RHD Le Mans edition 924S models produced for the UK market· An opportunity to acquire one of the most sought-after and desirable 924S variants· The special edition specification includes a 165bhp factory-fitted 944 engine
Registration No: P100BBR Chassis No: WMWRE320X0TK77080 MOT: August 2024 c.350bhp, converted by Brodie Brittain Racing when new• Over £90,000 spent including the car's purchase price • Featured on BBC Top Gear in 2006 • Warranted 6,750 miles from new • Crystal Light Blue with White roof and Recaro leather interior The phrase 'pocket rocket' could well have been coined for 'P100 BBR', an astonishing Mini with no less than 350bhp on tap, which featured on BBC Top Gear in 2006. It was converted when new by renowned go-faster specialists Brodie Brittain Racing (BBR) of David Brodie, highly successful saloon car racer and well connected with Fast Ford performance, with the intention of making it the fastest Cooper S on the planet. According to the vendor, it remains so to this day. Small wonder then that the total cost, including the purchase of the standard car, was in excess of £90,000. The completely reworked engine features: a big valve head; BBR cam; solid tappets; turbocharger in place of the original supercharge; high-flow fuel system; remapped ECU; oil cooler plus high-flow water pump and radiator to keep the temperatures under control; and a big bore exhaust system and stainless steel downpipes to ensure the gases exit with optimum efficiency. So potent an ensemble naturally required related uprates to the running gear and chassis, which included: a limited-slip differential; anti-torque steer suspension; Polybush kit; bigger, ventilated disc brakes, and braided hoses; F1 Goodyear Eagle tyres. This monster of a Mini is equipped with a 'Works' body kit and finished in the strident combination of Crystal Light Blue teamed with a White roof, alloy wheels and mirror casings. The full Recaro interior is trimmed in Dark Blue hide complemented by Mid Blue carpets. The mileage covered to date is under a mere 6,750 warranted miles from new, and the Cooper S comes complete with the suitably apt registration 'P100 BBR' plus its original service record and owners' handbook, and is considered by the vendor to have 'excellent' interior trim, 'very good' bodywork, engine, electrical equipment, and six-speed manual transmission, and 'good' paintwork. Purchasers of BMW Minis have been encouraged to customise them from day one, but this breathtaking example arguably takes the idea to a whole new level! For more information, please contact: Paul Cheetham paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk 07538 667452
DJI MINI 2 DRONE AND ACCESSORIES, dji mini 2 is ultra-light and foldable, less than 249g, 31 min max flight time, 2.0 HD video transmission, 8.5-10.5 m/s (level 5) wind resistance, 3-Axis Gimbal camera 4K video, panorama, quickshots and one-tap videos, wrapped in a bright orange skin, blades in good condition, two transmitters one being a smart screen dji, charging dock with batteries, charger for mini 2, black back pack carry bag, untested (1), (af, sd)
The Lotus Carlton was a Vauxhall Carlton upgraded by Lotus Cars to be a 177mph sports saloon with acceleration equal to contemporary supercars. When released, it was the fastest four-door saloon car in the world. The external differences were minimal with the addition of a rear spoiler, air intakes on the bonnet, Lotus badges on the front wings and bootlid, a bodykit and considerably wider wheel arches. The car was only sold in one colour, a shade of British Racing Green called Imperial Green, a very dark green that in anything but direct light appears black.Lotus re-worked the 2969cc, 24V straight-six used in the Carlton GSi and bored it out to 3615cc. In addition, twin Garrett T25 turbochargers were attached resulting in 377bhp and torque at 419lb/ft. Power was transmitted through a six-speed ZF manual gearbox and power was driven to the rear wheels via a limited-slip differential. The brakes were supplied by AP with 330mm ventilated discs all round and racing callipers.First registered on the 18th March 1992 this truly stunning example of the ultra-collectable 90’s super salon is presented in unmarked Imperial Green with contrasting luxury black full leather. Our vendor always dreamt that his dad would turn up from work in a Lotus Carlton when he was younger but having not experienced it as a child, when the opportunity to purchase his own in 2013 arose he jumped at the chance. The car he purchased in 2013 was a indeed a very good example, just four previous owners with documentation back to when new and in 1996 at 49,478 miles had benefitted from a brand new replacement engine under warranty, which is documented as the last Lotus crate engine in existence, therefore the last-ever factory Lotus re-worked 2969cc, 24V straight-six engine is fitted to this very car.Although happy with his pride and joy, in 2022 he decided to contact his local trusted Bodyshop to tidy up a few aspects, this brought what eventually became an unplanned, comprehensive and frankly breathtaking cosmetic restoration. The car was treated to any necessary work to sills and underside before all nuts and bots were replaced and treated before being fully photographed and then undersealed. Then the body, initially planned to rectify any areas in need, our vendor decided to strike a deal with The Bodycentre, Norwich and they could showcase this car for their work… and boy did that pay dividends, where some body shops would take the route of least resistance The Bodycentre took the philosophy that this was their opportunity to demonstrate the highest level of workmanship, indeed three days alone were taken on one wheel arch to ensure the work was exactly as it would have been from new before replicating it on others. It was handy that another original Lotus Carlton was already in the bodyshop, so no stranger to the cars they could make sure all necessary details were seen to. The fit and finish of the panels and even the body kit is exemplary, the finish being part of the reason our vendor is selling ‘it’s just too good that now I’m worried about driving it and getting even a stone chip’.The car is no trailer queen… yet, recent mechanical works include full brake rebuild front and rear with refurbished calipers, new discs, new pads and new hoses all round, fully powder coated and rebushed suspension, new OE wheel bearings all round, new ball joints and new steering control arms and the car performs impeccably and remains garaged between short trips.The interior wasn’t left out of the works, the headlining and A pillars all retrimmed to sustain the ‘fresh’ feel and as original by an original Lotus factory trimmer, which compliments the original stereo and leather trim which feels like it has done ½ the 76,941 miles on the odometer, even the optional over mats feel fresh and are a nod to the sheer opulence of this car when it was new. On that note, the car is completely standard and incredibly original with all work completed as such, the original unused spare is in the boot alongside the unused medical kit and of course the car is complemented by a comprehensive from day-one history file including full book pack and various dealer booklets and magazines of the day. Never intended to be such a comprehensive restoration project, with the plan to simply tidy the car up, our vendor has for want of a better word ‘shot himself in the foot’ striving for perfection he has created one of the best if not the best example on the market, as new yet drivable, boasting the last Lotus re-worked straight-six and with provenance that cannot be replicated, viewing is imperative to appreciate the opportunity to collectors and enthusiasts alike. Consignor Mathew Priddy BOASTING THE LAST EVER LOTUS RE-WORKED 2969CC, 24V STRAIGHT SIX ENGINERESTORED TO AN ORIGINAL YET INCREDIBLE STANDARDPROVENCE DATING BACK TO 1992THE BEST LOTUS CARLTON WE HAVE SEEN
A Jaeger-le-Coultre Atmos timepiece - circa 1970's with a gilt brass case, the 15 jewelled unadjusted Swiss movement inscribed LeCoultre Atmos with five glazed panels and white chapter ring with applied Arabic numerals and markers with dagger hands, skeletonised movement with oscillating balance wheel beneath, spirit level and levelling feet to the base and original LeCoultre booklet.
Mulready, William (1786?1863) "Country Cottages, Ireland,"ÿ c. 1810, O.O.P.,ÿ34.5 h x 42 w cms (13«? x 16«?) Inscribed on reverse: ?Country Cottages, Ireland by Wm Mulready RA?ÿ Bears labels on reverse: ?From the collection of the late Wm Bingham J. P. of ?Lingdale?, Claughton, Cheshire? ?Thos. Agnew & Sons Ltd. 43 Old Bond St., Piccadilly? ?Newport (Mon.) Museum & Art Galleryÿ - Loan ? Title Irish Scene (Landscape) Artist ? William Mulready RA ? Date ? March 1922? ?Scene in Ireland ? An early study by Wm Mulready RA 1786-1863? While at first glance this depiction of an old waterside building appears a charming rustic scene, the detail and accurate depiction of materials and architecture brings it to a different level. The house is clearly of considerable age, and judging by the gable window, dates back to Tudor times or earlier. In the foreground is a wooden shed, probably covering a fish trap or watermill. The section of building on the right appears to be the surviving part of an older and larger house. An arched doorway in the centre is approached by a short flight of steps, on which a woman sits. In the background are other houses and barns, with another woman walking along a pathway. Although inscriptions and labels on the reverse of this painting identify it as an Irish scene, the exact location has yet to be established. Although best-known for genre scenes, interiors and figure paintings, notably his Romantic The Sonnet, the Ennis-born artist William Mulready delighted in depicting old houses and mills in the English countryside. Like Rembrandt, who sought out old cottages on the river Ij, Mulready took as his subject-matter rustic farm houses, half-timbered mills and wayside inns with bowed roofs and teetering chimneystacks. Influenced by Dutch paintings of the seventeenth century, he was skilled at depicting texture and materials, using the contrast between crumbling brickwork, half-timbered cob walls and fences made of random planks, to addÿ interest to his work. Often he depicted these buildings from the side, rather than in front, so that the angles of the gable walls formed a strong pictorial composition. The buildings he sought out were not necessarily in the countryside; in the V&A collection there is a view by him, dating from around 1811, of children playing near dilapidated buildings. Entitled Kensington Gravel Pits, this depicts the area of London now known as Notting Hill. Mulready lived at the Kensington Gravel Pits between 1811 and 1827. Born in Co. Clare in 1786, as a child Mulready was brought to London, where he studied at the Royal Academy Schools. From an early age he worked as an illustrator for publishing houses and in 1807 illustrated Charles and Mary Lamb?s Tales from Shakespeare. His illustrations for William Roscoe?s The Butterfly?s Ball and The Grasshopper?s Feast, published that same year, were popular with the public, as were his illustrations for The Peacock?s At Home and The Lion?s Masquerade. From 1813 onwards he concentrated on genre scenes, developing his own style of meticulous rendering, one that anticipates the Pre-Raphaelite painters.ÿ He died in Bayswater in 1863. Dr. Peter Murray, 2022
A collection of 1980's Pop Chart Albums. Includes artists: Culture Club, ABC, Rick Astley, Gloria Estefan, T'Pau, Paul Young, The Power Station, Jason Donovan, Thompson Twins, Fine Young Cannibals, Falco, Level 42, and various chart compilations of that decade. Overall condition: Very Good to Very Good Plus.
A collection of UK Chart Hits Of The 1980's - 7" Singles. Includes artists: Madonna, Duran Duran, Bananarama, Kylie Minogue, A-HA, T'Pau, Michael Jackson, Level 42, Strawberry Switchblade, Depeche Mode, Culture Club, UB40 and more. Many have original picture sleeves. Overall Condition: Very Good. (100+)
A George III mahogany, goncalo alves crossbanded, sycamore and fruitwood marquetry linen pressCirca 1775, almost certainly made by a cabinet maker operating either on or near St. Martin's Lane in LondonWith shaded inlay and stringing, the swan neck pediment with a reverse ogee moulded cornice and rosette inlaid terminals, inlaid with a pair of Neoclassical urns flanking a central oval patera, above a flute inlaid frieze interspersed with circular fan medallions, over a pair of quarter segmented and oval moulded panelled doors inlaid with quartered rosette angles, enclosing five cedar, mahogany and oak lined slides, with two short and two long graduated oak lined drawers below, on shaped bracket feet, 127cm wide x 61.5cm deep x 218cm high, (50in wide x 24in deep x 85 1/2in high)Footnotes:A couple of the constructional characteristics of the offered lot suggest that it was made by one of the renowned cabinet makers located either on, or just alongside, the historic St. Martin's Lane in London during the latter half of the 18th century. These include the presence of a thin red wash on some of the secondary timbers - which was believed to have assisted in the prevention of wood worm infestation - and the use of concave quarter-fillets in the construction of both the drawers and the slides.Certain cabinet makers operating at the highest level of the business during the 18th century were based either on St. Martin's Lane, or in a couple of cases just off this historic London road. All of these workshops, including those run by renowned figures such as William Vile, John Cobb, William and John Linnell and of course arguably most importantly, Thomas Chippendale, produced pieces of the finest quality and in the most fashionable styles of the time. Typically, this meant that their output employed ingenious methods of construction. One such method was the use of concave quarter-fillets to serve as strengthening for the drawers in case furniture. Some examples which utilise this constructional feature include the pair of lacquer commodes, either by or attributable to John Cobb, from St Giles' House, Dorset - sold by the Earl of Shaftesbury, Christie's, London, 11 November 1999, lot 100 - and a padouk commode sold anonymously, Christie's, London, 30 November 2000, lot 134. A further related serpentine chest attributed to Thomas Chippendale which employs this method and includes 'S-pattern' key holes, sold anonymously, Christie's, London, 25 November 2004, lot 79.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: TPTP For auctions held in Scotland: Lots will be moved to an offsite storage location (Constantine, Constantine House, North Caldeen Road, Coatbridge ML5 4EF, Scotland, UK) and will only be available for collection from this location at the date stated in the catalogue. Please refer to the catalogue for further information.For all other auctions: Lots will be moved to an offsite storage location (Cadogan Tate, Auction House Services, 241 Acton Lane, London NW10 7NP, UK) and will only be available for collection from this location at the date stated in the catalogue. Please note transfer and storage charges will apply to any lots not collected after 14 calendar days from the auction date.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
1991 Jaguar XJ-S V12Registration number H948 LWKChassis number SAJJNAEW3BM176477Engine number 8S080264SGGreen with a magnolia interiorRecently re-commissioned at a cost of £7,873.96Low ownership and low mileageMOT expires April 2025Originally registered to Jaguar Cars, Company Vehicles, it was equipped with all the (few) optional accessories, including over-carpets, contrasting seat piping, and a boot linerAfter 1,100 miles, and a month of life, it was sold to a Mr Blake of BeckenhamHe owned it for just over a decade, adding 29,000 miles and 17 main dealer stamps to its historyIt was then acquired in 2002 our vendor and registered to his partnerUnder their ownership the mileage increased to its current level of c51,600, with a continuing history of Jaguar and other classic specialists’ careWith original owners’ handbook and supplementary documentation, its stamped service history, original tax discs from 2002 to 2015, and a plethora of supporting documentsOnly for sale due to a house moveA new V5C (superceeding the one on file) has arrived, V5, spare keys. most MOT certificatesDriven to the auction, it has developed a blowing exhaustAll lots in this sale are sold as is and bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Please read our terms and conditionsThis lot must be collected by 12.30pm on Friday 28th June. If the buyer has not collected by this time it will automatically be removed and placed into storage, incurring a removal charge of £80 + VAT, unless otherwise noted. Storage will then be charged at £10 + VAT per day or part thereof. If collecting from storage, please provide 24 hours notice
A FINE AND RARE MEN'S UNIVERSAL GENEVE MANUAL ROSE GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH A STEPPED BEZEL AND CURVED LUGS. STAMPED WITH THE KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA CREST AND "SAUD" سعود INSCRIPTION IN ARABIC.Brand: Universal Geneve Case reference: 506502-2B Year: Circa 1950's Movement: Manual, Cal 322, 17-Jewels, Dial: Textured ivory color, pink color applied baton and dots hour markers, pink color dagger hands, pink color centre seconds hand, Saudi Arabia crest stamped at the 12 o'clock position, "Saud" سعود inscription at the 6 o'clock position, a reference to the Saudi King who ruled the country from 1953 to 1964, Saud Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Material: 14k rose gold Bracelet/Strap: Brown leather, rose gold color buckle Signed: Dial, movement, case Dimension: 34,45mmHistorical Significance and Unique DesignThis exceptionally rare Universal Genève watch, crafted in 14k rose gold, hails from the 1950s and embodies a rich historical and cultural legacy. Featuring the manual movement Caliber 332, this watch is a prime example of Universal Genève's renowned craftsmanship and precision. What sets this timepiece apart is its unique dial, adorned with the crest of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at the 12 o'clock position and the name "Saud" (سعود) at the 6 o'clock position, referring to King Saud bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, who ruled Saudi Arabia from 1953 to 1964.This watch is not just a timepiece but a piece of history, likely given as a diplomatic gift from King Saud. Just one more example have been found, with a gold-plated case instead of solid 14k gold, discovered in 2018 by a private collector, which was gifted to the UAE's founding father, Shaikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan. The presence of the Saudi crest and King Saud's name makes this watch an extraordinary collector's item, steeped in royal heritage and diplomatic significance.The exquisite 14k rose gold case adds a touch of elegance and luxury to this already prestigious watch. The warm hue of the rose gold complements the historical and regal theme, making it a truly standout piece. The craftsmanship is impeccable, with finely polished surfaces and meticulous attention to detail that Universal Genève is known for.Inside this exquisite case lies the manual movement Caliber 332, a testament to Universal Genève's dedication to precision and reliability. This movement is celebrated for its accuracy and robustness, ensuring that this watch is not only a beautiful piece of history but also a reliable timekeeper.For collectors, this Universal Genève watch represents a unique and highly desirable find. Its historical connections to the Saudi royal family and its potential role as a diplomatic gift make it a rare and valuable addition to any collection. The watch's good condition with a light patina on the dial and the presence of the Saudi crest and royal name further enhance its appeal and significance.This watch is in really good condition, preserving its historical and aesthetic integrity. Its provenance, linked to King Saud bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, adds an unparalleled level of exclusivity and intrigue. The watch is a symbol of a bygone era, reflecting the elegance and diplomatic practices of the 1950s/60s.The Universal Genève 14k rose gold watch from the 1950s, with the manual movement Caliber 332, is an extraordinary timepiece that combines exceptional craftsmanship with rich historical significance. Its unique royal provenance, elegant design, and excellent condition make it a highly coveted piece for collectors and enthusiasts alike. This watch is more than just a timekeeping instrument; it is a remarkable piece of history and a testament to the timeless elegance of Universal Genève. 34,45mm.
MINOT STEPHEN: (1927-2010) American novelist and short story writer. T.L.S., Steve, one page, 4to, Simsbury, Connecticut, 27th March 1974, to Stephen Brook. Minot writes concerning Brook´s rejection of Lyre, announcing ´Sad news indeed!´ and continuing ´I would have loved to have been one of those to start an expanded fiction list for Godine. But it´s not wise to dwell on such things´, further remarking ´I do appreciate your willingness to spell out the reaction of the readers in some detail. So often such letters are so evasive one can´t tell whether the decision was made on a literary level or whether the Senior Editor had a hangover that morning. And your own reaction to the novel was good to have. If bright people like yourself see some merit in it, then perhaps there is hope yet´ and concluding by sending a copy of The Tide and Isaac Bates for Brook´s pleasure, ´though after a day of mss. reading this may be no kindness. Save it for vacation´. Together with the copy of The Tide and Isaac Bates referred to, being a photocopy of thirteen 4to pages as published in the Quarterly Review of Literature, Double Fiction issue, Summer 1973, signed and inscribed by Minot in blue ink to the first page and dated 1974 in his hand. VG, 2Stephen Brook (1947- ) English author and wine journalist, a former editor of The Atlantic Monthly Magazine and publisher at Routledge, Kegan & Paul from 1976-80.
A SET OF FOUR VICTORIAN SILVER CAULDRON SALTS AND AN EDWARDIAN SILVER MUSTARD, the salts with foliate repoussé decoration, on three cabriole legs with hoof feet, blue glass liners, maker John Keith, London 1853, 14.2ozt, 441.8 grams, the covered mustard of drum form with pierced frame, scrolled thumbpiece and S scroll handle, blue glass liner, makers Haseler Brothers, Chester 1909, 2.76ozt, 85.9 grams, gross weight of all five items 16.96ozt, 527.7 grams (5) (Condition Report: slight rubbing to some hallmarks, some of the hoof feet very slightly bent but all sit level on a flat surface)
* PETER HOWSON OBE (SCOTTISH b. 1958), PSYCHE 2001 oil on canvas, signedunframed, as intendedoverall size 200cm x 275cmProvenance: Depicted on page 171, "Peter Howson" by Robert Heller, first published 2003 by Momentum, London.Note 1: Believed to be the largest work by Howson to be offered at auction. Ex Flowers Gallery, London. Further authenticated by the Peter Howson Studio.Note 2. Aardvark Art Services Ltd will collect this picture from us and deliver to all but the most remote UK mainland addresses for a charge of £100 + vat, although assistance with unloading may be required. Note 3: "Psyche" is an important and monumental example of Peter Howson's work from the early 2000s. Executed on a large scale, he has applied the paint with impressively bold and direct brushwork - this handling helps to charge the work with a sense of vigorous movement and energy. Howson's tutor at the Glasgow School of Art, Sandy Moffat, described the qualities of his student's work ... his touch remains powerful and dramatic; as in his low-life scenes of prostitutes, thieves and dance hall fights...''It is exactly his ability to capture the menacing tone, to penetrate the darker heart of urban humanity, which raises Howson's painting from the ordinary passionless naturalism of academic realists to an entirely different level of creative achievement.'(S. Moffat, New Image Glasgow, exhibition catalogue, Third Eye Centre, Glasgow, 1985). In 2023, Howson was the subject of a major retrospective at the Edinburgh City Art Centre titled When the Apple Ripens: Peter Howson at 65. Howson's work can be found in collections including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York; the Tate Gallery, London; the British Museum, London; the Victoria & Albert Museum, London; the Gallery of Modern Art, Glasgow; and the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, Edinburgh. His paintings are held in numerous corporate and prestigious private collections around the world.
Registration No: G9 RAE Chassis No: SAXXL2S1020425940 MOT: ExpiredVanishingly rare UK supplied ERA Mini Turbo in garage-find conditionOnly two owners from new with the current deceased lady owner from 1991Displaying a very credible 27,000 miles from newA very rewarding project that appears very solid and with all important parts presentERA originally stood for English Racing Automobiles and, courtesy of its A, B and C Type models driven by such schoolboy heroes as Prince Bira, Raymond Mays, Dick Seaman and Earl Howe dominated voiturette racing in the mid to late 1930s. The sale of the company's G Type project to Bristol in 1953 brought its racing days to a close and the following year it was absorbed by the Zenith Carburettor Company and the name changed to Engineering Research & Application Ltd. However, none of the engineering skills were lost and, 35 years later ERA decided to embody them in the design and manufacture of a new performance car - the ERA Mini Turbo. Conceived as an '80s replacement for the Mini Cooper S, it was intended to combine the speed, handling and excitement of the mainstream product with a far greater level of refinement and comfort - in short, it was to be the fastest and best engineered Mini ever produced. The body modifications and spoilers were styled by Marcos designer Dennis Adams. The interior was trimmed in a combination of Connolly hide, cloth, ambla and deep sound-deadening carpet. It featured retrimmed MG Metro seats, a glass sunroof and a range of traditional VDO instruments. Power was supplied by a deliberately torquey version of the Austin Rover 1275cc Metro Turbo engine that produced 94bhp at 6200rpm. The suspension and brakes were suitably upgraded and the newcomer placed on special one-piece 6x13-inch Compomotive alloy wheels. Factory records show that just 99 UK and 337 Japanese specification cars were built all told.First registered on 25th October 1989, this extremely rare ERA Mini Turbo was first registered as 'G212 CPD' and reputedly supplied by the renowned Sports Car dealers, HWM. Owned for only two years by the first keeper, the car was purchased by its long-term lady owner, Mrs Gladys Rae of Borehamwood, Hertfordshire in 1991. Mrs Rae's taste in vehicles is fondly remembered by her son and daughter (the vendors of the car) as according to them she owned a Mini Cooper S during the 1960s which was her pride and joy, so the ERA must have been the closest possible replacement available during the early 1990s. Mrs Rae was said to be a fairly handy driver and would often enjoy her Mini with her children and grandchildren, with pleasant trips to Brighton that were added to with the thrilling addition of the spinning turbocharger - she loved the car so much she fitted it with her personalised registration "G9 RAE" which is included with the car. Unfortunately, all of the history file (including the V5c although the car is registered with the DVLA) for the ERA has been lost to time due to Mrs Rae's untimely passing in 2019, but there is some confidence from the vendors that the mileage of approximately 27,000 miles is correct (and the condition of the car does indicate this.) In 2001, the car was laid up in Mrs Rae's dry garage due to a family friend's diagnosis of the unwelcome rumble of noisy big end bearings. Unfortunately, the Mini was never to return to the road during Mrs Rae's lifetime, so the car is now offered for sale by her family and we imagine it will be an extremely attractive proposition for any collector.Upon inspection, we noted that the bodywork is on the whole relatively solid, thanks to the dry storage conditions; with some minimal patches of rust coming through on the offside front wing and some surface rusting underneath. Turning the engine over has not been attempted, however with some persuasion the brakes were freed off for transport. The interior, with its Connolly hide leather and extra gauges on the fabulous 80s dashboard, appears to be in remarkably well-preserved order and indicates that the mileage is most likely correct.Offered for sale strictly as viewed, this Mini - ERA collaboration is an extremely exciting proposition for any collector and well worth financial investment to make a highly original example of an extremely rare 1980's take on an Issigonis designed icon. For more information, please contact: Lucas Gomersall lucas.gomersall@handh.co.uk 07484 082430
Roy Goodall 15ct gold Football Association International medal, 1929-1930, the obverse inscribed THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION, the reverse inscribed FA, International, the rim inscribed 1929-30 with ring suspension, 29grms. Provenance: Roy Goodall thence by family descent Some fine footballers have heralded from the City of Sheffield and its surrounding areas over the years, the city defined as the birthplace of the modern game, and one of its brightest stars was Roy Goodall, born on 31st December 1902, he came from the village of Dronfield just a few miles outside the city centre, the home today of the World’s oldest football club, Sheffield FC. Quite how the two Sheffield professional teams missed out on his signature is the question. Both were renowned for scouting and promoting local talent through their ranks, but Goodall slipped through their fingers and signed for Huddersfield Town at the age of 19 in 1921. Now, the Manager at that point, Ambrose Langley, was a resident of the steel city, having played with some distinction for the Wednesday back in the day, so there is every chance that he may have seen Goodall playing at junior level, or been made aware of his promise through the local football grapevine, either way it was Leeds Road for Roy and not the Lane or Hillsborough. Langley departed in the year he arrived, replaced by the man brought in as his assistant, a man who himself had plied his trade as a player for the Blades and whose brother has also worn the blue and white of the Wednesday, winning an FA Cup Winners medal for them in 1907 and a man who would leave his mark and name on the beautiful game forever, Herbert Chapman. There was a Sheffield connection there. Herbert and his brother, Harry, heralded from another village on the outskirts of Sheffield, Kiveton, so another strong connection. Harry, like Langley, had also had a spell as manager of Hull City. Football is always full of connections. Chapman would make Roy Goodall his skipper, and, in turn, Goodall would go on to lead the Yorkshire side to uncharted success for one of the youngest clubs in the League at that point. In the roaring 20’s Town were the team, winning the League Championship three times in a row and, between in the period he would also win the FA Cup, collect two runners up medals, see the club finish runners up in the League three times and also lift the charity shield. Goodall was no ordinary football defender. At his peak, he was widely recognised as one of the best defenders in the world- some accolade for a lad from Dronfield, playing an incredible 25 times for his country, many as Captain and at a time when the world was a far bigger place. 25 Caps back then could arguably be the equivalent of over 100 today due to the number of games played. Had England deemed to take a team to the first World Cup, Roy Goodall would have worn the armband, and you have to wonder what other trophies he would have lifted on an even bigger stage to add to the wonderful haul his years in the game brought. When his playing career was over, he had a spell as manager at Mansfield Town- again not that far from where he was born. Graham Budd Auctions are delighted and honoured to bring many wonderful pieces from the career of a Huddersfield Town giant and England legend to our June sale, a collection that brings to the market his medals, shirts, caps and other ephemera with the provenance from his proud descendants to find new homes and also keep his name and triumphs around for the next generations to know his name, what he did, and the style in which he did it. A true footballer.
Magnificent "Schuyler Hartley & Graham" Indian Maiden Sword with Civil War Related Presentation. With but a handful of known specimens extant, this sword is listed as number 16 under "Rich Presentation Swords for Field and Line Officers" in the 1864 S. H. & G. catalog, and is about identical to the illustrated example, with the exception of the scabbard mounts, which are more ornate on this specimen. The sword bears the engraved inscription on the silver scabbard between the upper and middle mounts, "Presented to / Capt. S. Zuschlag / by the members of Co. C 55th Regt. / N. G. S. N. Y. / As a token of their respect / July 11th 1870". The 55th Regiment, Garde La Fayette, while primarily a New York City / State National Guard unit, was activated for 30 days between 6/24/63 to 7/27/63, serving in the Harrisburg, Pa. area in response to Lee's invasion of Pennsylvania. Zuschlag (spelled Zuschlay in records) served with the unit during this period and remained with the unit until C. 1885.The sword itself is overall about mint and truly massive. The blade marked W. Clauberg with knight on the obverse ricasso, and Iron Proof on a gold washed background on the back, exhibits an etched and engraved panel on the obverse with delicate scroll work flanking a highly detailed spread wing eagle with motto, on gold washed background. On the reverse is a very elaborate old English US, flanked by similar scroll work, on a gold washed background. Just a small area of minor salt and peppering near the tip on both sides, else the blade is about mint retaining 98% of the original mint luster, with just some fading of the gold wash. The massive and exquisitely detailed hilt features a thick, pierced basket guard, the round faced outer edge decorated with small circles. The guard is a full basket, and the same size on both sides of the grip. Thick knucklebow provides the highly detailed appearance of twisted silk strands, the center swelled with an 8 ball circle with flames extending in both directions. All fully three dimensional. The heavy quillon is decorated with cast leaves and berries. The grip is certainly among the most iconic and beautifully executed of all forms from this period, and features a nearly three dimensional, 5" high figure, of an idealized, bare breasted, North American Indian maiden. Legs and upper body touched with silver to provide an 'antique' effect. Feathered head dress and feathered skirt both heavily gilded. Deep relief cast leaves at the base as well as along the right side to the level of her skirt. The back of the grips is cast in a fluted/swirl pattern with pebbled finish and decorated with round beads. The figure blends into the pommel with is decorated with leaves and ears of corn. The pommel is also surmounted by a silvered, full figure American eagle. Hilt is overall about mint, retaining original gilt and silver wash. Silver scabbard about mint with just some tarnish around the mounts. Rudimentary brass throat, with the upper two mounts cast in very deep, and highly detailed relief with scrolls, leaves and berries, and exhibiting multiple piercings. The lower mount chased and engraved on a pebbled background with deep relief cast scroll work at the top, intertwined branches of laurel leaves and berries in the center, with a shell like drag. Scabbard and mounts also about perfect with mounts retaining of the original gilt and absolutely no dents or dings.A magnificent American sword, among the finest available from America's premier military outfitters of the period, with interesting historical background and adjuncts, with a history that traces back to the Civil War.Provenance: Heritage Auctions, 25 June 2011, lot 52161.Height: 103 cm;
Adler auf Felsen. Meissen. Geprägte und blaue Schwertermarke, Jahreszeichen 1958, 1. Wahl. Modell-Nr.: V 181. Entwurf: 1920. HÖSEL, Erich (1869 Annaberg - 1953 Meißen) Weiß. H 27,5 cm. "Nach der Weltausstellung 1900 in Paris war die Meissener Manufaktur den zeitgenössischenkünstlerischen Strömungen gegenüber aufgeschlossen und um ein grundlegend neues künstlerisches Konzept bemüht. Paul Gesell (1842 – 1932), von 1901 bis 1912 Direktor der Manufaktur, forcierte die Einbeziehung zeitgenössischer, freischaffender Künstler und die Förderung der eigenen Entwerfer und Modelleure. 1903 übernahm Erich Hösel (1869 – 1951), der selbst ein herausragender Tierbildhauer war, die Leitung der plastischen Abteilung und unterstützte Gesell in der Umsetzung seiner Neuerungen. Es gelang der Meissener Manufaktur innerhalb kürzester Zeit das internationale hohe Niveau auf dem Gebiet der Porzellantierplastik zu erreichen. Hervorragende Tierfiguren von Erich Hösel, Paul Walther und Otto Jarl, sind gekennzeichnet durch eine naturalistisch, stilisierte Formgebung. In der Gestaltung waren die Künstler stets bestrebt die charakteristischsten Merkmale des jeweiligen Tieres wiederzugeben, was der mäßig lange, nur an der Spitze starke, gekrümmte Schnabel, die langen Flügel und die starken bis zu den Zehen befiederten Füße von Hösels Adler eindrucksvoll zeigen." (Petra Werner, in: Katalog: Auf der Pirsch - Jagdbare Tiere in Porzellan, Porzellanikon (Bd. 117), Hohenberg a.d. Eger 2015, S. 93/Kat.-Nr. 107). Provenienz : Deutsche Privatsammlung. Aufrufzeit 14. | Juni 2024 | voraussichtlich 18:59 Uhr (CET) Eagle on rock. Meissen. Embossed and blue sword mark, year mark 1958, 1st choice. Model no.: V 181. design: 1920. HÖSEL, Erich (1869 Annaberg - 1953 Meissen) White. H 27.5 cm. "After the 1900 World Exhibition in Paris, the Meissen manufactory was open to contemporary artistic trends andMeissen was open to contemporary artistic trends and endeavored to develop a fundamentally new artistic concept. Paul Gesell (1842 - 1932), director of the manufactory from 1901 to 1912, pushed for the inclusion of contemporary, freelance artists and the promotion of the company's own designers and modelers. In 1903, Erich Hösel (1869 - 1951), himself an outstanding animal sculptor, took over the management of the sculpture department and supported Gesell in the implementation of his innovations. Within a very short time, the Meissen manufactory succeeded in reaching the highest international level in the field of porcelain animal sculpture. Outstanding animal figures by Erich Hösel, Paul Walther and Otto Jarl are characterized by a naturalistic, stylized design. In their design, the artists always endeavored to reproduce the most characteristic features of the respective animal, which is impressively demonstrated by the moderately long, curved beak, which is only strong at the tip, the long wings and the strong feet of Hösel's eagle, which are feathered up to the toes." (Petra Werner, in: Catalog: Auf der Pirsch - Jagdbare Tiere in Porzellan, Porzellanikon (vol. 117), Hohenberg a.d. Eger 2015, p. 93/cat. no. 107). Provenance : German private collection. Call time 14 | June 2024 | presumably 18:59 (CET)*This is an automatically generated translation from German by deepl.com and only to be seen as an aid - not a legally binding declaration of lot properties. Please note that we can only guarantee for the correctness of description and condition as provided by the German description.
Adler auf Felsen. Meissen. Prägemarke, um 1950, 3 Schleifstriche. Modell-Nr.: V 181. Entwurf: 1920. HÖSEL, Erich (1869 Annaberg - 1953 Meißen) Böttger-Steinzeug. H 28 cm. "Nach der Weltausstellung 1900 in Paris war die Meissener Manufaktur den zeitgenössischenkünstlerischen Strömungen gegenüber aufgeschlossen und um ein grundlegend neues künstlerisches Konzept bemüht. Paul Gesell (1842 – 1932), von 1901 bis 1912 Direktor der Manufaktur, forcierte die Einbeziehung zeitgenössischer, freischaffender Künstler und die Förderung der eigenen Entwerfer und Modelleure. 1903 übernahm Erich Hösel (1869 – 1951), der selbst ein herausragender Tierbildhauer war, die Leitung der plastischen Abteilung und unterstützte Gesell in der Umsetzung seiner Neuerungen. Es gelang der Meissener Manufaktur innerhalb kürzester Zeit das internationale hohe Niveau auf dem Gebiet der Porzellantierplastik zu erreichen. Hervorragende Tierfiguren von Erich Hösel, Paul Walther und Otto Jarl, sind gekennzeichnet durch eine naturalistisch, stilisierte Formgebung. In der Gestaltung waren die Künstler stets bestrebt die charakteristischsten Merkmale des jeweiligen Tieres wiederzugeben, was der mäßig lange, nur an der Spitze starke, gekrümmte Schnabel, die langen Flügel und die starken bis zu den Zehen befiederten Füße von Hösels Adler eindrucksvoll zeigen." (Petra Werner, in: Katalog: Auf der Pirsch - Jagdbare Tiere in Porzellan, Porzellanikon (Bd. 117), Hohenberg a.d. Eger 2015, S. 93/Kat.-Nr. 107). Provenienz : Deutsche Privatsammlung. Aufrufzeit 14. | Juni 2024 | voraussichtlich 19:00 Uhr (CET) Eagle on rock. Meissen. Mint mark, around 1950, 3 grinding strokes. Model no.: V 181. design: 1920. HÖSEL, Erich (1869 Annaberg - 1953 Meissen) Böttger stoneware. H 28 cm. "After the 1900 World Exhibition in Paris, the Meissen manufactory was open to contemporary artistic trends andMeissen was open to contemporary artistic trends and endeavored to develop a fundamentally new artistic concept. Paul Gesell (1842 - 1932), director of the manufactory from 1901 to 1912, pushed for the inclusion of contemporary, freelance artists and the promotion of the company's own designers and modelers. In 1903, Erich Hösel (1869 - 1951), himself an outstanding animal sculptor, took over the management of the sculpture department and supported Gesell in the implementation of his innovations. Within a very short time, the Meissen manufactory succeeded in reaching the highest international level in the field of porcelain animal sculpture. Outstanding animal figurines by Erich Hösel, Paul Walther and Otto Jarl are characterized by a naturalistic, stylized design. In their design, the artists always endeavored to reproduce the most characteristic features of the respective animal, which is impressively demonstrated by the moderately long, curved beak, which is only strong at the tip, the long wings and the strong feet of Hösel's eagle, which are feathered up to the toes." (Petra Werner, in: Catalog: Auf der Pirsch - Jagdbare Tiere in Porzellan, Porzellanikon (vol. 117), Hohenberg a.d. Eger 2015, p. 93/cat. no. 107). Provenance : German private collection. Call time 14 | June 2024 | presumably 19:00 (CET)*This is an automatically generated translation from German by deepl.com and only to be seen as an aid - not a legally binding declaration of lot properties. Please note that we can only guarantee for the correctness of description and condition as provided by the German description.
A collection of boxed 1980s Lego railway sets and accessories to include 7866 level crossing, 7864 12 volt transformer, 7863 magnetic remote control unit and track sets comprising #'s 7850, 7851 (x2, one unopened), 7854, 7855 (x2, one unopened), 7856 and 7860 (11, contents unchecked, boxes worn). Together with an unboxed 7754 inter city train with instructions and other loose rolling stock, track and accessories
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