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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Wayne Hennessey 10x8 Signed Colour Photo. Hennessey was capped for Wales at under 17, under 19 and under 21 level. He once scored for the under 19 side with a 40 yard free kick against Turkey. He made his full international debut for Wales in a 2-2 friendly draw against New Zealand on 26 May 2007 and has since established himself as his country s first choice goalkeeper. Hennessey played in all ten of Wales s qualifying matches for UEFA Euro 2016, conceding just four times, as they reached their first major international tournament since the 1958 FIFA World Cup. He has played for Wales a total of 97 times. Good condition. All autographs come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £4.99, EU from £6.99, Rest of World from £8.99

EIFFEL GUSTAVE: (1832-1923) French Civil Engineer, designer of the Eiffel Tower and the Statue of Liberty. A good and lengthy A.L.S., `G. Eiffel´, attractively signed to the fourth page across the written page, four pages, 8vo, on his “Laboratoire Aerodynamique G. Eiffel, 67 Rue Boileau, Auteuil printed stationery, Paris, 3rd January 1917, to an unidentified woman, in French. Eiffel explains that he has to leave on the 15th to Beaulieu, and referring to the location which his correspondent´s husband loved so much, states in part `He would have find pleasure to see the cloister that we have had built on the seaside terrace, of which you must have seen some photograph and which continues to charm us.. In the evening especially, it is a corner of Italy of a striking romanticism that fascinates my dear Claire, mainly on moonlit evenings..´ Eiffel further reports on his children´s situation, `Claire needs to rest, she has been focused on the hospital where she is the Director, rendering the best services because of her intelligence and kind ness; she is adored by everyone….Valentine takes care intensively also of important services at the hotel Dieu…Laure is still very much distressed and will come to spend quite a long time to Beaulieu to recover. The death of Maurie has hurt all of us a lot…´, further again reporting on his grandchildren, saying about Laure´s son `René is going to leave with his new heavy cannonballs to Verdun..´ EX Claire Eiffel (1863-1934) Elder daughter of Gustave Eiffel and his right-hand man.Valentine Eiffel (1870-1966) Laure Eiffel (1864-1958) her husband Maurice Le Grain, chief of squadron, died two months before the present letter was written.In 1895 the family Salles-Eiffel stayed at the Beaulieu house. Gustave liked it so much that he bought it and registered in Adolphe Salles´ name, his son-in-law and his collaborator in the Tour construction. The house was named “Villa Salles”, they added an upper level, and a cloister was built to the house seaside. After Eiffel´s death his daughter Claire kept on using the house during holidays. The Eiffel family kept the property till 1977, when it was sold and converted in the Eiffel hotel-residence.Fiona

JUNG CARL: (1875-1961) Swiss Psychiatrist and Psychotherapist who founded analytical psychology. An interesting T.L.S., C.G. Jung, one page, 4to, Zurich, 4th March 1954, on his personal printed stationery, to Henri Corbiere, in French. Jung responds to his correspondent´s questions and refers to Albert Einstein,  stating `Because Mr. Einstein is a top-level Physician and Mathematician, I do not consider myself competent at all to judge him within his own field. No sense that I repeat the general opinion about him. You had better ask his closer colleagues,  for example Prof. Dr. P. Scherrer… Prof. Dr. Peter Preiswerk -Vischer… Prof. Dr. W. Pauli...´ further adding `I met Mr. Einstein when he was in Zurich; I had the great luck of discussing with him the origins of his theory of relativity. Because I am not a Physician, or Mathematician, I wasn´t able to follow the evolution of his mathematical theory which seems to me too difficult to understand.´ Jung concludes with an important observation on Einstein´s religious beliefs, `I do not know if it is true that Mr. Einstein said he could not believe that God was playing dice at the time he created the world…´ With some very minor creasing to the edges, otherwise VG

Historische Feuerwaffen - Erlaubnispflichtige Waffen : Repetierbüchse Mod.Gewehr 98 (Schutztruppengewehr)Gewehr Mod. 98 Hersteller SPANDAU 1914 S.Nr.:10, Kaliber: 8 x 57mm IS Eines der seltensten Varianten des Gewehre 98 das sogenannte Schutztruppengewehr, mit gebogenem Kammerstängel und Visierbereich von 200m bis 2000m, aus dem Jahre 1914. Exemplar in sehr schönem, originalem nummerngleichen Zustand mit über 80% originaler Brünierung. Diese am Oberring und zur Mündung hin, etwas fleckig. Anbauteile wie Ringe Magazinkasten usw.etwas berieben. Blanke Schlosshülse Gehäuse) und Verschluss, stellenweise etwas matt. Abnahmen und die S.Nr."10" an allen Teilen. Gehäusebeschriftung wie folgt: Gehäuse Oberseite: Krone über "SPANDAU" und "1914". Gehäuse linke Seite: militärischer Beschuss heraldischer Adler linea, daneben die Seriennummer "10" sowie "Gew. 98". Gehäuse rechte Seite: übliche militärische Abnahmen in Form eines gotischen Buchstaben unter Krone. Laufbezeichnung wie folgt: Linke Seite: S.Nr. "10". Laufoberseite: "S" für Spitzpatrone (Patronenlager für S - Patrone eingerichtet). Oberring, Unterring, Kolbenplatte und Magazinkasten sowie Magazinkastendeckel in mit militärischer Abnahme (gotischer Buchstabe unter Krone) und S.Nr. "10" versehen. Der schön erhaltene Schaft mit militärischen Abnahmen und Seriennummer "10". Stempelplatte alter Art ohne Truppenstempel und nur mit militärischer Abnahme sowie eine Ausnehmung am Schaft auf Höhe des Kammerstängelknopfes. Der Schaft wurde in den Jahren minimal abgezogen, jedoch sind Seriennummer und Stempel noch gut erkennbar. Zur Fertigung des Schutztruppengewehrs im Jahr 1914 vgl. Dieter Storz (Bayrisches Armeemuseum): Gewehre und Karabiner 98, Seite 240/241 . Dort heißt es, dass 1914 in der staatlichen Gewehrfabrik SPANDAU noch einige neue Schutztruppengewehre gefertigt wurden die den Kammergriff des Radfahrergewehres hatten. Eine weitere zeitgenössische Dokumentation hierzu findet man in dem Fachbuch von Erich Schön: "Geschichtedes Deutschen Feuerwerkswesen der Armee und Marine mit Einschluß des Zeugwesen" herausgegeben zur Hundertjahrfeier des Bestehens eines selbstständigen Feuerwerkspersonals in Preußen vom Reichsbund Deutscher Feuerwerker e.V. Berlin 1936, S. 1372. Einzig bekanntes und dokumentiertes Schutztruppengewehr aus dem Jahre 1914 in schönem nummerngleichen Gesamtzustand. Bedeutendes museales Stück zur deutschen Kolonialgeschichte in Deutsch-Südwestafrika. Literatur: Hans-Peter Schmid: Die Bewaffnung der Schutztruppe in Deutsch-Südwestafrika mit Langwaffen unter besonderer Berücksichtigung des Schutztruppengewehres 98, in: Kuratorium zur Förderung historischer Waffensammlungen e.V. (Hrsg.): Kuratoriums - Kurier, Nr.6, S. 1-20. Erlaubnis-, bzw. Erwerbscheinpflichtig. Versteigerer: Auktionshaus Thies & Schmid Schwäbische Waffenauktionen GmbH. Important : under German law this gun requires a license. If your license qualifies you to buy this type of firearm we will be pleased to obtain an export license for you based on your import permit (if required in the country you live) . We can also export to your licensed firearms dealer. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us, we will be pleased to help you. Historische Feuerwaffen - Erlaubnispflichtige Waffen : Repetierbüchse Mod.Gewehr 98 (Schutztruppengewehr) Rifle Mod. 98 Manufacturer SPANDAU 1914 S.Nr.:10, Caliber: 8 x 57mm IS One of the rarest variants of the rifle 98 the so called Schutztruppengewehr, with bent chambered stock and sighting range from 200m to 2000m, made in 1914. Specimen in very nice original matching numbers condition with over 80% original bluing. This on the upper ring and towards the muzzle, somewhat spotted. Attachments such as rings magazine box etc.somewhat rubbed. Bright lock case (housing) and breech, somewhat dull in places. Acceptances and S.No. "10" on all parts. Case markings as follows: Case top: crown above "SPANDAU" and "1914". Case left side: military proof heraldic eagle linea, next to it serial number "10" and "Gew. 98". Case right side: usual military proofs in the form of a gothic letter under crown. Barrel designation as follows: Left side: S.No. "10". Top of barrel: "S" for pointed cartridge (chamber set up for S - cartridge). Upper ring, lower ring, butt plate and magazine box as well as magazine box cover in marked with military acceptance (Gothic letter under crown) and S.No. "10". The beautifully preserved stock with military acceptance marks and serial number "10". Stamp plate of old type without troop stamp and with military acceptance only as well as a recess on the stock at the level of the chamber stem button. The stock has been minimally stripped over the years, but the serial number and stamp are still clearly visible. For the manufacture of the Schutztruppen rifle in 1914, see Dieter Storz (Bayrisches Armeemuseum): Gewehre und Karabiner 98, page 240/241 . There it says that in 1914 in the state-owned rifle factory SPANDAU still some new Schutztruppen rifles were manufactured which had the chamber grip of the cyclist rifle. Another contemporary documentation can be found in the book by Erich Schön: "Geschichtedes Deutschen Feuerwerkswesen der Armee und Marine mit Einschluss des Zeugwesen" published for the centenary of the existence of an independent fireworks personnel in Prussia by the Reichsbund Deutscher Feuerwerker e.V. Berlin 1936, p. 1372. Only known and documented Schutztruppen rifle from 1914 in nice matching numbers overall condition. Important museum piece on German colonial history in German South West Africa. Literature: Hans-Peter Schmid: Die Bewaffnung der Schutztruppe in Deutsch-Südwestafrika mit Langwaffen unter besonderer Berücksichtigung des Schutztruppengewehres 98, in: Kuratorium zur Förderung historischer Waffensammlungen e.V.. (Ed.): Kuratoriums - Kurier, No.6, pp. 1-20. Permission or acquisition certificate required. Auctioneer: Auktionshaus Thies & Schmid Schwäbische Waffenauktionen GmbH. Important : under German law this gun requires a license. If your license qualifies you to buy this type of firearm we will be pleased to obtain an export license for you based on your import permit (if required in the country you live) . We can also export to your licensed firearms dealer. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us, we will be pleased to help you.

A Good Selection of Pentax Camera Accessories, to include a Pentax Mirror Adapater, an Asahi Pentax Microscope Adapter II, a Pentax Magnifier FB, a Pentax Infrared Remote, an Asahi Pentax Monocular Converter K, an Asahi Pentax Refconverter, a Pentax LX Eye-Level Finder, a Pentax Microscope Adapter K, a Pentax Photo Lupe 5.5x, a Pentax Refconverter-A, a Pentax Camera Maintenance Kit II, an Asahi Pentax Maintenance Kit, a Pentax Rear Converter-A 2x-S, & more,

A GEORGE II SILVER COVERED TANKARD BY WILLIAM SHAW & WILLIAM PRIEST, London 1754, the domed lid engraved with initials and with a scrolling thumbpiece, above a cylindrical plain tapered body engraved with a crest above a moulded girdle, 'S' scroll handle with a curved spade terminal, 18cm high, 20.8ozt, 648.9 grams (Condition report: general surface wear, scratches and small knocks, particularly to the cover dome and foot rim, there is a patch of solder to the inside of the lid, the bolt inside the hinge is loose and can drop out, as a consequence the hinge has lots of play in all directions, heavily tarnished throughout, the underside of the base shows ring of solder, exterior hallmarks quite rubbed, not sitting totally level on a flat surface, approx. diameter of the foot is 11.5cm)

A GEORGE III SILVER TWIN HANDLED PEDESTAL LOVING CUP, S scroll handles, engraved monogram to the baluster shaped body above a central girdle, short pedestal to a domed circular foot, makers mark I.K., probably John King, London 1768, 16.28ozt, 16.28ozt, 506.5 grams, height 16.5cm (Condition report: sits fairly level on a flat surface, foot rim edge has a few minor dints, no obvious sign of repair)

A PAIR OF ELIZABETH II CHRISTENING MUGS OF BALUSTER FORM, S scroll handles with leaf shaped thumbpiece, circular stepped foot, both lack sponsors mark, Birmingham 1981, gross weight 13.53ozt, 420.8 grams, height 9cm (2) (Condition report: one is tarnished, the other is fairly bright, both sit level on a flat surface, both have light surface scratches but no sign of dents, light rubbing to marks)

A LATE 19TH CENTURY GERMAN SILVER TEA CADDY OF BOMBE FORM, the pull off cover with galleon finial, repousse decorated with fishermen and women by harbours and farming scenes, bearing pseudo Hanau marks and import marks for B. Muller & Sons, Chester and London 1909/1910, 6.47ozt, 201.4 grams, height 17cm, together with a Victorian silver drum shaped covered mustard, the hinged lid with pierced thumbpiece, 'S' scroll handle, blue glass liner, maker John Keith, London 1860, 4.53ozt, 140.8 grams, height 8cm, gross weight of both pieces 11ozt, 342.2 grams (2) (Condition report: caddy is not sitting level on a flat surface, there are some dints along the edges of the waisted section, the finial is leaning very slightly to one side, bottom edges of the pull off cover are slightly dinted, the mustard thumbpiece is slightly bent)

TWO PIECES OF EARLY 20TH CENTURY GOLDSMITHS & SILVERSMITHS CO LTD SILVER, comprising a George V christening mug with S scroll handle, engraved initials, cut card decoration and rope twist foot, London 1928, 6.2ozt, 193.1 grams and a pedestal cream jug with S scroll handle, gadrooned rim and crimped foot, London 1909, 5.33ozt, 165.8 grams, combined weight 11.54 ozt, 358.9 grams (2) (Condition report: mug has had sellotape over the hallmarks which has left a glue residue, both have partial rubbing to the hallmarks, base of cream jug rocks slightly on a level surface)

c.1949 Alvis TA14, project Registration number EY 9160 (not registered with DVLA), Chassis number 23090. Engine number unknown.Testing Alvis's 1.9-litre TA14 sports saloon in 1946, Autocar found the new model, "the most attractive car of its size which the well known company has produced, because it adds to the typical Alvis sure-footed and lively performance on the road a degree of all-round refinement which is quite impeccable. It steers lightly and with a confident certainty, and holds the road to perfection; the suspension is not hard, but most comfortable, the engine is very smooth and quite quiet, and the engine mounting conceals how many cylinders there are". The car's excellent tractability, well-spaced gear ratios and powerful brakes all came in for praise, Autocar concluding that the TA14's, "very high level of excellence puts this Alvis right in the front rank".This example has been owned for many years by our deceased vendor. He restored another example in this auction and had another project/spares car, also in the auction.Prospective buyers should satisfy themselves as to the completeness of this vehicle.There is no paperwork with it, but there are keys.

c.1949 Alvis TA14, project Registration number not registered, Chassis number plate missing. Engine number unknown.Testing Alvis's 1.9-litre TA14 sports saloon in 1946, Autocar found the new model, "the most attractive car of its size which the well known company has produced, because it adds to the typical Alvis sure-footed and lively performance on the road a degree of all-round refinement which is quite impeccable. It steers lightly and with a confident certainty, and holds the road to perfection; the suspension is not hard, but most comfortable, the engine is very smooth and quite quiet, and the engine mounting conceals how many cylinders there are". The car's excellent tractability, well-spaced gear ratios and powerful brakes all came in for praise, Autocar concluding that the TA14's, "very high level of excellence puts this Alvis right in the front rank".This example has been owned for many years by our deceased vendor. He restored another example in this auction and had another project/spares car, also in the auction.Prospective buyers should satisfy themselves as to the completeness of this vehicle.There is no paperwork with it.

1970's circa gilt brass cased Jager- LeCoultre Atmos Clock, 15 jewelled unadjusted Swiss movement inscribed LeCoultre Atmos with serial number 484652, with five glazed panels, 11cm chapter ring with applied Arabic numerals and markers with baton hands, skeletonised movement with oscillating balance wheel beneath, spirit level and levelling feet to the base, with presentation plaque and original LeCoultre booklet.Created by the Jaeger LeCoultre watchmakers in 1928 the Atmos clock receives its power from minute changes in atmospheric temperature, hence the clocks name. Within a sealed capsule, a mixture of gases expand and contract with each temperature change. At a temperature between 15� and 30� Celsius, a variation of a single degree is enough to power the clock for two days. In order to operate, the clock functions with an almost complete lack of friction. Dimensions: Height: 23cm  Length/Width: 21cm  Depth/Diameter: 17cm

Maurice MacGonigal, PRHA  (1900-1979) "Aran Folk," oils on canvas laid on board,  109 h x 163 w cms  (43" x 64"). (1)     Originally commissioned circa 1932 by Patrick and Ellen (Nellie) Rooney for 'Runnymede', the family home they built in Ballsbridge in 1908, this large painting by Maurice MacGonigal depicts a group of Aran Islanders, four adults and three children, standing against a backdrop of mountains and cottages. A large Arts and Crafts period house, Runnymede, at 22 Shrewsbury Road, had a baronial-style ?Minstrel?s Hall? which the family wished to decorate with murals portraying scenes of traditional life in the Aran Islands. When completed, MacGonigal?s Aran mural cycle, commissioned to celebrate a family wedding, was unveiled with a series of parties, one of which was attended by Governor-General James MacNeill and his wife Josephine. The paintings were hung at a high level in the hall, with MacGonigal emphasising both colour and form so they could be best read from a distance. In terms of style and composition, and also the reserved and dignified aspect of the figures, Aran Folk recalls the frescoes of Giotto or Masaccio, with MacGonigal employing the bright primary colours typically found in Renaissance mural cycles. The figures are depicted in traditional dress, which even during the artist?s lifetime was being replaced by modern clothing. To the right of the group is a donkey, while the grass and sky are treated with MacGonigal?s signature Impressionist brushwork. Although clearly in the realm of history painting, there is also a down-to-earth quality in Aran Folk, particularly in the depiction of two women engaged in an animated discussion. In the foreground is a neat wooden firkin, while the background feature a row of equally neat thatched cottages, set against a mountain range of intense blue. Also included in the Runnymede mural scheme was a similar composition Aran Folk, with Animals (private collection) depicting a group of men and women, with geese and sheep. Another canvas by MacGonigal, Woman at a Spinning Wheel, (exhibited Gorry Gallery, 1993) also formed part of the same ensemble, with the artist?s older sister Eileen modelling for the figure. Through works such as these, Maurice MacGonigal, who was from Dublin city, sought not only to portray traditional life in the west of Ireland, but also to create a ?national? school of painting, one that would embody the values of Irish Republicanism. Eventually, when Runnymede was sold, the murals were taken down and distributed amongst members of the family. The painting Aran Folk was inherited by the Rooney?s daughter Avice, who had married into the Meade family, and in turn passed to her grandson Edward Dundon in whose possession it remained until 2022.   Born in Dublin in 1900, Maurice MacGonigal was educated at Synge Street school before being apprenticed to his uncle Joshua Clarke, the stained-glass manufacturer. His cousin Harry Clarke also served his apprenticeship with the family firm. Encouraged by the Quaker republican Bulmer Hobson, MacGonigal enlisted in Na Fianna Eireann in 1916, and later became a member of the IRA, participating in raids during the War of Independence. Arrested in 1920, he was interned in Ballykinlar Camp, Co. Down, for a year. After his release, he went back to the Clarke studios, but soon left to take up a scholarship at the Dublin Metropolitan School of Art. Although he missed the years when William Orpen had beenvisiting tutor, MacGonigal did study under Patrick Touhy and Seán Keating, who had both been taught by Orpen, and carried forward his style of Academic Realism After a stay with the Van Stockum family in Holland in 1927, MacGonigal returned to Ireland, inspired by the paintings of Van Gogh, and greatly taken with the concept of landscape painting expressing a sense of national identity. During the 1930?s and 40?s, he did some of his finest work in the west of Ireland, depicting traditional Irish scenes and landscapes. The Meade commission inspired other group portraits: In 1933 MacGonigal was commissioned to paint a group portrait of the Ryan family at Kindlestown, and the following year completed what is perhaps his most outstanding work, Dockers, depicting workers standing beside a ship (Hugh Lane Gallery). In 1935 he painted a group of his friends, members of the art group ?The Radical Club?. Set in the life drawing room of the National College of Art, this painting, Studio Interior, is in the Limerick City Gallery. MacGonigal also designed sets for the Abbey Theatre, the Irish Hospitals Sweepstakes, and contributed illustrations to the Saorstat Eireann Handbook edited by Bulmer Hobson. In 1939 he was commissioned to paint a large mural, depicting Ireland?s contribution to American history, for the Irish pavilion in the New York World?s Fair. In this mural, his wife Aida served as the model for the depiction of ?America?. From 1924 to 1978, MacGonigal exhibited regularly at the Royal Hibernian Academy, serving twice as Keeper, and in 1962 was appointed President. He also taught at the National College of Art, where he was Professor of Painting from 1954 to 1969. A retrospective exhibition of his  work was held at the Hugh Lane Municipal Art Gallery in 1991. Dr. Peter Murray, 2022

Five: Lieutenant J. A. C. Taylor, Royal Navy, late Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve, who commanded LBK4 (Landing Barge Kitchen 4) on D-Day and afterwards saw service in minesweepers 1939-45 Star; France and Germany Star; Defence and War Medals 1939-45; Naval General Service 1915-62, 2 clasps, Palestine 1945-48, Minesweeping 1945-51 (S. Lt. J. A. C. Taylor. R.N.) nearly extremely fine (5) £400-£500 --- John Andrew Cochrane Taylor was born in Edinburgh on 21 August 1925. He was educated at the Edinburgh Academy and enlisted into the Royal Navy on 1 March 1943, when a student. Whilst an Ordinary Seaman in H.M.S. Lochailort he was commissioned as a Midshipman in the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve on 10 June 1943, and posted to H.M.S. Copra, the Combined Operations Pay Records & Accounts shore base for all Combined Operations Duties including Landing Craft. After training on H.M.S. Tennyson he was posted to the command of LBK6 and shortly afterwards to LBK4 which he took to Gold Beach on D-Day, 6 June 1944. When the enormous scale of the D-Day invasion force became known, it was realised that many small craft operating off the landing beaches would not be equipped with a galley to prepare their own hot meals, or indeed any meals. The Landing Barge Kitchen was designed and developed to satisfy the anticipated demand. They had a capacity to provide 1,600 hot meals and 800 cold meals a day. It also had the capacity to bake fresh bread. These craft were all commanded by a young Midshipman and totalled 24 crew. LBKs were constructed of steel with a hull 79 feet long and 21 feet wide - the proportions and characteristics of Thames lighters, including flat bottoms and a shallow draft of only 3.5 feet. Unlike the lighters or barges the LBKs were fitted with engines, so could move independently. Four ovens were installed aft of a kitchen space with stores for bulk and perishable goods forward. A ten-ton fresh water tank was fitted in the hold with additional fresh, sea water and diesel tanks on the accommodation roof. In the after section of the hull were two Chrysler petrol engines separated by a diesel tank. The engines developed a total of 130bhp giving a speed of 6 knots. The estimated endurance was 300 miles at 5 knots on 600 gallons of petrol carried in tanks fitted in the after peak. A toilet and coal storage were provided in the forepeak, while at deck level aft was the steering shelter which, along with the various fuel tanks, was provided with 2.5-inch plastic armour. The middle section of the deckhouse above the galley was the servery area with accommodation for the one officer, aft, over the engines, and accommodation for the 24-man crew, forward over the storage areas. H.M. LBK4 was commanded by Midshipman Taylor from 15 May to 27 August, 1944, and saw service off Gold Beach on 6 June 1944. This was part of 36th Landing Barge (Supply & Repair) Flotilla, which also included other converted Thames barges of assorted designations to provide the specialist vessels needed to form Supply & Repair (S&R) flotillas, such as Oil (LBO), Water (LBW), Emergency Repair (LBE) in addition to Flak (LBF) and Gun (LBG) Barges.     After his service in Normandy Taylor was promoted to Acting Sub-Lieutenant on 21 February 1945, with further service in the minesweeping trawler H.M.S. Runswick Bay. Promoted to Temporary Sub-Lieutenant on 21 August 1945, he next served in H.M.S. Niger, an Algerine Class minesweeper until 25 February 1947, when he transferred to the Royal Navy as Sub-Lieutenant and to H.M.S. Truelove, another minesweeper, in which he served in Palestine. Promoted to Lieutenant on 21 August 1947, he then served in H.M.S. Fierce, minesweeping in the Aegean and Red Sea. He served in H.M.S. Barrosa from 4 August 1948 until he voluntarily went on the retired list of emergency officers on 17 June 1950. ‘Jock’ Taylor became a successful sales director after the war and died on 29 January 1973 in Alderly Edge, Cheshire. Sold with full R.N. record of service and Medal Index Card confirming WWII medal entitlement.

Family group: A poignant Second War Battle of Britain Spitfire pilot’s campaign group of three awarded to Flight Sergeant L. R. Carter, Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, who survived a mid-air collision during a dog-fight serving with 66 Squadron, 11 October 1940 - only to be shot down and killed, aged 21, whilst carrying out a fighter sweep over northern France with 74 Squadron, 6 July 1941 1939-45 Star, 1 copy clasp, Battle of Britain; Air Crew Europe Star; War Medal 1939-45, with Caterpillar Club badge, in gold with ‘ruby’ eyes, reverse engraved ‘Sgt/Pilot L. R. Carter’, with named Air Council enclosure and portrait photograph of recipient - both mounted on thick card for framed display purposes, enclosure cut for purpose, good very fine Three: Sergeant A. W. Carter, Bedfordshire Regiment 1914-15 Star (12886 L. Cpl A. W. Carter. Bedf: R.); British War and Victory Medals, with M.I.D. oak leaves (12886 Sjt. A. W. Carter. Bedf. R.); Defence Medal, mounted with Cap Badge on card for framed display purposes, very fine (lot) £2,000-£3,000 --- Leslie Raymond Carter was born in Shenley, Hertfordshire, and was the son of Albert William Carter. He was educated at St. Alban’s School, Shenley, and after school was briefly an engineering apprentice at Rolls Royce in Derby. Carter joined the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve, aged 18, in 1939. He was mobilised with the outbreak of the Second War, and carried out pilot training. Carter was posted as a Sergeant Pilot for operational flying with 66 Squadron (Spitfires) at Coltishall, 28 August 1940. Carter was posted to 610 Squadron in September 1940, and to 41 Squadron at Hornchurch, 1 October 1940. Ten days later he was involved in a fatal mid-air collision: ‘11 Aircraft ordered to patrol base at 30,000 feet. About 50 Me. 109’s were sighted at 30,000 feet and the squadron climbed to attack. During the combat F/O O’Neill and Sgt. Carter collided. F/O O’Neill crashed near West Kingsdown and was killed. Sgt. Carter baled out and landed uninjured. P/O Lecky did not return from the engagement and was later found dead near West Kingsdown. P/O Lock [later an ‘Ace’ and D.S.O., D.F.C. and Bar] shot down 1 Me. 109 in flames.’ Carter described the incident in a letter to his mother, written shortly after the incident (this letter was printed in the book Despatches From The Heart - An Anthology of Letters From The Front, by A. Tapert, and later reprinted in The Sunday Express, 4 November 1984): ‘Sergts. Mess R.A.F., 41 Squadron, Hornchurch. Dear Mother, Herewith a line to let you know that I reached my base alright yesterday, & also an adventure to thrill the youth of the next generation & this one too I should imagine. After lunch we went off on a “flap” & were patrolling London to Maidstone when we get the “tally-ho” & there is the old 109 stooge trap all laid open to the boys of 41 Sqdn, being clear we could see gangs right, left, up & down so off we go into line astern & climb into the sun so that the swine can’t get can’t get such a big dive on us. Next minute something hit me amidships & most everything goes quiet after a few seconds of bumps, swings & jars & there I am sitting in the cock-pit of my Spitty with no engine & the tail & about a yard of fuselage hanging on by the tail control wires, & altimeter reading 28,000 ft. I sat still as I knew I wouldn’t catch fire & I saw the other Spit tearing towards the deck, smoking slightly. Next moment however there is a bang & the tail comes over & bangs the cockpit by my ear, & swings back & takes another crack. So I lowered the seat & sat with all my straps undone, & wireless disconnected breathing in the oxygen which luckily is still coming through, & watching the tail having a crack at me. At 17,000 I decide to get out & grabbing the tail on one of its frequent swings, held on until I am standing on the edge of the cockpit & then let go & jumped backwards. At this time the wreck is going slowly round & the starboard main planes plonks itself under my back, & there I lay for about ten seconds wondering what I had landed on & looking around I decide to get clear by going to the wing and stepping off by the trailing edge. I could now hear the battle above & so decided to do a delayed drop. I couldn’t get my head up for a start until I decided to do what I had heard previously, double up my legs, & it worked. I started rolling. I whizzed down to lower cloud level at 4,000 feet & looked for the ripcord & pulled it, according to regulations. For less time than it takes to write a couple of letters I thought I was being strangled, there being no jolt, & then was leisurely floating down to South Kingsdown, ten miles from Maidstone, into the arms of about ten L.D.V’s & forty women & kids demanding to know if I was British. I only had one minutes anxiety & that was when my wreckage came past, after I had pulled the ripcord, about fifty feet away. I have not a single cut or bruise thank the Lord & the parachute packer, whom I have just been round to thank in the normal way. Cheerio. Love to All at Home. Keep smiling. Les. P.S. I must get the adjutant to send off for my caterpillar, as it was an Irving air chute.’ Having survived that encounter, Carter was back on flying duties 17 October 1940. Five days latter, he suffered severe frostbite to his fingers - the canopy of his Spitfire being frozen partly open whilst flying a patrol at 35,000 feet. Carter was unable to fly for several months, and was placed on light duties. He was posted to 58 O.T.U. early the following year, prior to returning to operational flying with 74 Squadron (Spitfires) operating from Manston. Carter took off for a sweep over northern France, 6 July 1941. He was presumed shot down and killed over Wormhoudt, near Lille. Aged 21, Flight Sergeant Carter is commemorated on the Runnymede Memorial. Albert William Carter was the father of the above, and served during the Great War with the Bedfordshire Regiment in the French theatre of war from 30 July 1915. For his services during the Great War he was Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette 18 December 1917). Sold with copied research.

A George VI silver milk jug and sucrier, Charles S Green & Co Ltd, Birmingham 1938, each of plain polished design with scroll form handles and cast Celtic bands to rim and foot, import marks for Dublin 1939, milk jug 11.3cm high, sugar bowl 8cm high, gross weight 9.82ozt (2)CR; Jug: Several small to mis-sized dents to the body. Moderate scratching, general wear to tear commensurate with age and use. No splitting, thinning or signs of repair. The jug does wobble on it's foot on a level surface.Sucrier: A few small, very light dents. Moderate scratching and general wear commensurate with age and use. No splitting, thinning or signs of repair. The sucrier sits level on a flat surface. 

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