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Lot 28
Omega Seamaster Cosmic 2000 automatic stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, reference no. 166.0130, serial no. 36202xxx, circa 1975, silvered dial with baton hour markers, minute markers, sweep centre seconds and date aperture, non-Omega bracelet, 38mm -** with the original box, tag, purchase receipt and the International Guarantee booklet confirming the purchase by the original owner from the 'Gifts & Durables Shop, NAAFI R/N 18075 B.F.P.O 41, West Germany 10th November 1975' -Box and Papers - yes.Movement - currently functioning.Dial - surface marks and wear present - see images.Glass - typical light marks, small rim chip tot he 1-2 position - see image.Hands - light surface marks.Case - light marks present as expected for the period.Crown - Omega crown adjusting correctly.Bracelet - non-Omega bracelet which does not fit the case very well and would benefit with replacement.-Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained.
Lot 38
Rolex Oyster stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, reference no. 6480, serial no. 970xx, circa 1955, silvered dial with applied baton markers, minute markers and sweep centre seconds, cal. 1210 17 jewel movement, signed inside case stamped 6480 and dated 'III-55', black leather strap, 34mm-Box and Papers - no.Movement - currently functioning.Dial - some wear to the outer edge, light surface marks.Glass - cracks across the centre and at the five-seven positions, requires a replacement.Hands - light surface marks.Case - light surface marks, reference no. between the lugs rubbed and indistinct.Crown - winds and adjusts, does not screw down onto the stem so requires some attention.Strap - appears tired and would benefit from a replacement.-Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained
Lot 14
Omega Electronic f300Hz Constellation Chronometer stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, reference no.198.0027, serial no. 32909xxx, circa 1970, silvered dial with inner bezel with applied baton markers and minute markers, date aperture and sweep centre seconds, Omega crown, cal. 1250 12 jewel unadjusted 'humming' movement, signed case, later bracelet with folding clasp, 36mm-Box and Papers - no.Movement - currently functioning.Dial - some rubbing to the inner bezel, some light surface marks and surface 'dust'.Glass - light surface marks.Hands - minor light marks.Case - surface marks, indentation mark to the edge of one case side.Crown - adjusting correctly.Bracelet - later non Omega replacement, good, wrist size 8.00'' approx.-Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained
Lot 236
Cyma Navystar Autorotor automatic gold plated and stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, case no. 7.20xx.68 43x, circa 1960s, silvered dial with gilt applied baton markers, minute markers and sweep centre seconds, signed cal. R480 27 jewel movement, signed case, modern black leather strap, 35mm-Box and Papers - no.Movement - currently functioning.Dial - light surface marks, the twelve baton marker appears to have been reglued.Glass - light surface marks.Hands - general light surface marks.Case - light surface marks, tarnishing to the case sides.Crown - adjusting correctly.Strap - modern, good, rubbing to the buckle.-Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained
Lot 264
Dunhill automatic bi-colour stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, case no. 46 101xx, circa 2000, circular grey dial with Roman numerals, minute markers, date aperture at the six positions and sweep centre seconds, signed ETA cal. 2892-2 21 jewel movement, exhibition case back, Dunhill bracelet with butterfly clasp, 34mm -** Dunhill box, guarantee card dated 23rd May 2000, guarantee and instruction booklet, spare links-Box and Papers - yes.Movement - currently functioning.Dial - good.Glass - good.Hands - good.Case - good.Crown - adjusting correctly.Bracelet - good, wrist size 6.5'' approx (spare links).-Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained
Lot 175
Seiko Bell-Matic stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, reference no. 4006-6040, serial no. 530xxx, circa 1975, circular champagne dial with applied baton markers, minute track, day/date apertures, rotating bezel with alarm indicator and sweep centre seconds, Seiko bracelet, 39mm-Box and Papers - no.Movement - currently functioning, bell function is working correctly.Dial - good.Glass - some light surface scratches.Hands - good.Case - some indentations to the edge of the bezel, small indentation to the case side, surface scratches present.Crown - adjusting correctly.Bracelet - bruise to the first two links at each lug, surface marks, wrist size 7.75'' approx. -Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained
Lot 172
Seiko Navigator Timer stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, reference no. 6117-6410, serial no. 901xxx, circa 1969, black dial with luminous baton markers, minute markers, date aperture, inner rotating 'Pepsi' bezel with 24-hour numerals, centre red 24-hour indicator and sweep centre seconds, signed cal. 6117B 17 jewel movement, later non-Seiko bracelet with adjustable clasp, 41mm-Box and Papers - no.Movement - currently functioning.Dial - generally good, some wear to the lume on the hour markers.Glass - minor light marks.Hands - minor light surface marks.Case - some mild surface scratches to the case back, light surface marks to the case sides and a couple of small indentations.Crown - adjusting correctly.Bracelet - replacement, with adjustable clasp. -Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained
Lot 181
Seiko 5 TV automatic rectangular gold plated and stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, reference no. 6119-5401, serial no. 2685xx, circa 1972, silvered dial with applied baton markers, day/date apertures and sweep centre seconds, Seiko gold plated and stainless steel bracelet with folding clasp, 37mm-Box and Papers - no.Movement - currently functioning.Dial - good.Glass - light surface marks.Hands - good.Case - generally good with some light surface marks and minor indentations.Crown - adjusting correctly.Bracelet - some rubbing to the links, tarnish marks to the clasp and gold plated links, light surface marks, wrist size 7.5'' approx. -Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained
Lot 266
Le Cheminant Master Mariner automatic stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, circa 1960s, 25 jewels, black dial with Arabic quarter numerals, baton markers, outer minute chapter, sweep centre seconds and date aperture, black leather strap, 37mm-Box and Papers - no.Movement - currently functioning.Dial - good for period - see image.Glass - good.Hands - good.Case - good - see images.Crown - adjusts correctly.Strap - mild wear.-Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained.
Lot 60
Rare Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, reference no. 6150, serial no. 945xxx, circa 1953, gilt 'Swiss' dial with quarter Arabic numerals, baton markers, outer minute track with five minute divisions, Mercedes hands with sweep centre seconds, Rolex screw-down crown, A296 18 jewels movement, the 'bubble' back dated 'IV.53' to the inside, jubilee bracelet with 50 end links, the clasp dated '6-75', 36mm-Box and Papers - no.Movement - currently functioning.Dial - original dial with nice patina showing typical oxidised surface wear as expected, some areas to the markers have wear and minor lume losses as detailed in the images, the outer rim has a small flake to the 8 position.Glass - light marks present.Hands - the lume insert on each including the second hand is missing - see images.Case - the case has typical surface wear as expected for the period - see images.Crown - Rolex crown adjusting correctly.Bracelet - later jubilee bracelet with the clasp dated 6-75, wrist size 7.75" approx.-Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained.
Lot 142
Hamilton Titan II Electric 10k gold filled wristwatch, case no. P704xxx, circa 1960s, circular silvered dial with applied gilt quarter Arabic numerals, baton markers and sweep centre seconds, signed crown, signed cal. 505 Patented movement, signed Star Watch Case Co. almond shaped case, Hamilton black lizard strap, 29mm-Box and Papers - no.Movement - form a private collection, requires new battery clamp as current one has a broken, not tested -sold as seen.Dial - some surface marks and mild tarnish marks.Glass - light surface marks.Hands - some rubbing to the centre seconds.Case - some tarnishing to the edge of the case back.Crown - adjusting correctly.Strap - good. -Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained
Lot 2
Omega Constellation Chronometer automatic gold capped stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, reference no. 168.005, serial no. 2482xxxx, circa 1967, silvered 'pie-pan' dial with gilt baton markers, inner minute chapter, dauphine hands with sweep centre seconds and date aperture, cal. 564 24 jewel movement, black leather strap, 34mm-Box and Papers - no.Movement - currently functioning.Dial - good.Glass - good.Hands - good.Case - minor light marks to back of the case, otherwise a nice clean piece - see images.Crown - Omega currently functioning.Strap - modern, good.-Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained.
Lot 25
Omega Seamaster 'bumper' automatic stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, reference no. 2577-6, serial no. 12369xxx, circa 1950/51, silvered dial with Arabic numerals , dagger baton markers, sweep centre seconds and dauphine hands, cal. 351 17 jewel movement, brown leather strap, 34mm-Box and Papers - no.Movement - currently functioning.Dial - showing typical marks and wear consistent tot he period - see images.Glass - surface marks present.Hands - surface marks.Case - typical light marks as expected - see images.Crown - Omega crown adjusting correctly.Strap - modern strap, mild wear.-Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained.
Lot 66
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, reference no. 15200, serial no. A284xxx, circa 1999, silvered dial with baton markers, minute markers, date aperture and sweep centre seconds, Oyster bracelet, ref. 78350 with 557 B end links, 34mm-** Rolex box with outer cover, Rolex service pouch, Guarantee stamped Jonathan James Gloucester and dated 5-6-99, Jonathan James Gloucester receipts dated 5/6/99, Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date and Your Rolex Oyster booklets, translation booklet, 1999-2000 calendar-Box and Papers - yes.Movement - currently functioning.Dial - good.Glass - good.Hands - good.Case - minor scratches, but in good condition overall - see images. Crown - adjusting correctly, screws down and date changes smoothly.Bracelet - good, wrist size 7"-7.5" approx.-Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained.
Lot 33
Omega Genéve Dynamic automatic stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, circular red and silvered two tone dial with hour and minute markers, day/date aperture and blue sweep centre seconds, Omega crown, Omega bracelet, ref. 1153/138, 41mm-Box and Papers - no.Movement - currently functioning.Dial - scratch and blemish at the five/six position to the rim.Glass - crack and some crazing to the top of the glass, crazing to the bottom of the glass, with Omega logo.Hands - some paint loss to the minute hand and centre of the hands.Case - minor light marks but generally good, appears polished.Crown - adjusting correctly.Bracelet - appears polished, Omega logo slightly rubbed, clasp stiff, wrist size 7.00'' approx.-Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained
Lot 40
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Submariner 'Smurf' 18ct white gold gentleman's wristwatch, reference no. 116619LB, serial no. 6K839xxx, circa 2013, blue dial with luminous dot and baton markers, minute markers, date aperture and sweep centre seconds, luminous Mercedes hands, rotating bezel with blue ceramic calibrated insert, cal. 3135 movement, Oyster 18ct white gold bracelet with flip-lock clasp, 40mm bezel-** Rolex box with outer cover, International Guarantee card stamped Hollfelder Oberstaufen and dated December 2013, Hollfelder receipt dated 14.11.2013, International Service Guarantee card dated 06/01/2022, Rolex service receipt dated 09.11.2021, card sleeve, two tags, Oyster Perpetual Submariner Date booklet, service booklet, service pouch, bezel protector, spare links-Box and Papers - yes.Movement - currently functioning.Dial - good.Glass - couple of light surface scratches.Hands - good.Case - bezel with light surface scratches, scratches, scuffs and small indentations to the case sides, bruise/indentation to the edge of the case side.Crown - adjusting correctly.Bracelet - scratches present to the bracelet and clasp, wrist size 6.5'' approx.-Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained
Lot 98
IWC (International Watch Co.) Shaffhausen Ingenieur SL Automatic gold and stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, reference no. 3505, case no. 2317xxx, black dial with baton and minute markers, sweep centre seconds and date aperture, cal. 375 movement, no. 2395xxx, with dust cover, signed crown, IWC bracelet, 34mm-Box and Papers - no.Movement - currently functioning.Dial - good.Glass - light surface marks.Hands - good.Case - surface scratches, scuffs and small mild indentation, rubbing to the case front.Crown - adjusting correctly.Bracelet - mild swelling to the links, heavy tarnish mark to one link, surface scratches, wrist size 7.5'' approx.-Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained
Lot 53
SERVICED IN JUNE 2023 - Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King Precision stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, reference no. 5500, serial number 1714xxx, circa 1967, silvered dial with baton markers and sweep centre seconds, Oyster bracelet, ref. 78350 with '557' end links, 34mm-** Complete service undertaken by Rolex 30 June 2023 for a total cost of £740. With service guarantee card and service green leather pouch and box.-Box and Papers - Rolex service on the 30th June 2023 with service guarantee card, pouch and service box, it does not include the original papers.Movement - recently serviced.Dial - light marks present as expected.Glass - good.Hands - good.Case - good - see images.Crown - changed at service, currently functioning.Bracelet - cleaned, light marks on the clasp which have been lightly polished at service, considered good, wrist size 7.5" approx.-Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained.
Lot 43
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust stainless steel gentleman's bracelet watch, reference no. 116200, serial no. Z29xxxx, circa 2006/2007, navy blue dial with applied hour markers, minute track, date aperture and sweep centre seconds, Jubilee bracelet, 37mm-** Rolex box with outer cover, card sleeve, Guarantee certificate stamped David M Robinson 24 Church Alley Liverpool and dated 30.6.07, Rolex Datejust booklet, translation booklet, 2006/2007 calendar, tag, spare link-Box and Papers - yes.Movement - currently functioning.Dial - good.Glass - good.Hands - good.Case - good, could do with a polish - see images.Crown - adjusting correctly.Bracelet - good, wrist size 7" approx.
Lot 103
Longines 10k gold filled automatic gentleman's wristwatch, reference no. 1037, case no. 102x 5874xx, serial no. 10251xxx, circa 1957, circular silvered dial with applied gilt hour markers, inner minute markers and sweep centre seconds, signed crown, signed cal. 19AS 20 jewel unadjusted movement, the case signed Longines-Wittnauer, modern brown leather strap, 34mm-Box and Papers - no.Movement - currently functioning.Dial - numerous surface marks, four lume dot worn, light marks to the hour markers.Glass - light surface marks.Hands - some residue spots and part of lume dot on the hour hand.Case - light surface marks, indentation to the edge of the bezel.Crown - adjusting correctly.Strap - modern, good.-Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained
Lot 102
Longines Conquest automatic stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, reference no. 9000, serial no. 10474xxx, circa 1957, silvered two tone dial with applied gilt hour markers, inner minute markers and sweep centre seconds, signed cal. 19AS 19 jewel movement, signed case, replacement bracelet with adjustable folding clasp, 35mm-Box and Papers - no.Movement - currently functioning.Dial - numerous dot marks as expected of the period - see image.Glass - light surface marks.Hands - some mild tarnishing, lacking infill.Case - light surface marks, small indentation to the case side.Crown - adjusting correctly but no Longines trademark so later..Bracelet - later non Longines bracelet with adjustable folding clasp. -Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained
Lot 62
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust gold and stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, reference no. 16233, serial no U145xxx, circa 1997, fluted bezel, champagne dial with baton markers, sweep centre seconds and date aperture, jubilee bracelet, 36mm-** with Rolex box and papers. Owned from new by the present owner, purchased from Goldsmiths Group, Bristol in November 1999 -Box and Papers - yes.Movement - currently functioning.Dial - good.Glass - good.Hands - good.Case - retains the original sticker tot he case back, overall good - see images for guidance.Crown - adjusts correctly .Bracelet - good condition with a few minor marks, wrist size 7.5" approx.-Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained.
Lot 44
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date gold capped and stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, reference no. 15505, serial no. 7310xxx, circa 1982, champagne dial with applied gilt baton markers, minute markers, date aperture and sweep centre seconds, cal. 3035 movement, Oyster gold plated and stainless steel bracelet, reference 78351B with 457 B end links, 34mm-** Single owner, with Rolex box with outer cover, card sleeve, Garantee dated 20-7-85, 'Your Rolex Oyster' booklet, translation booklet-Box and Papers - yes.Movement - currently functioning.Dial - good.Glass - scratches present.Hands - good.Case - some light surface scratches and light mild small indentations present, the case sides appear a lighter shade of yellow than the bracelet and bezel.Crown - adjusting correctly.Bracelet - dated 1997, with surface scratches and some rubbing to the plating, wrist size 7.75'' approx.-Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained
Lot 249
Avia Daytyme automatic gold plated and stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, circa 1960s, silvered dial day and date apertures, Arabic 12 and 6 numerals, baton markers with sweep centre seconds, 30 jewels, modern leather strap, 35mm-Box and Papers - no.Movement - currently functioning with dates advancing correctly.Dial - generally good for period - see image.Glass - good.Hands - light marks.Case - some wear to the plate on the lugs, otherwise generally clean - see images.Crown - adjusts correctly.Strap - modern, mild wear but good.-Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained.
Lot 23
Omega Constellation Chronometer automatic stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, reference no. 14393 9 SC, serial no. 18006xxx, circa 1961, circular silvered dial with applied baton markers, minute markers, date aperture and sweep centre seconds, dauphine hands, cal. 561 24 jewel movement, modern burgundy leather strap, 34mm-Box and Papers - no.Movement - currently functioning.Dial - surface marks, a few scratch marks and some mild discolouration.Glass - light surface marks, with Omega logo.Hands - light surface marks.Case - surface scratches and blemishes, rubbing to the Constellation emblem.Crown - adjusting correctly.Strap - modern, good.-Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained
Lot 1673
An unusual and desirable Mahogany cased longcase clock, the 12 1/2" diameter circular silvered face having a sweep minute hand having Arabic numerals, unusually the hours being indicated by an inset sub-dial with Roman numerals set above the six o'clock position, the seconds being indicated on an upper inset dial with Arabic numerals. The one train weight driven movement having a dead-beat escapement and maintained power during winding. The case is attractively plain with an architectural pediment, 20 3/4" wide x 10" deep x 82 1/4" high. The clock has been running for two weeks and appears remarkably accurate to within a few seconds per day.
Lot 445
* Smart (George, 1774-1846). The Earth Stopper, circa 1820s, watercolour and collage (including cut felt) on paper laid down on bevelled wood panel (as issued), depicting a mounted countryman and his two dogs terrified by the silhouette of a chimney sweep standing in front of a donkey, crude paper repair to upper edge, rubbed in places, some chipping to edges, 26.2 x 38.8 cm, original printed paper label to verso 'G. Smart, maker of cloth & velvet figures, Frant, near Tunbridge Wells' above a 24-line verse, with imprint 'Clifford, Printer ... Tunbridge Wells' below, base of label with contemporary ink manicle and Latin inscription 'Ne plus ultra' QTY: (1)NOTE:Christie, George Smart, pp.74-83.East Sussex tailor George Smart, famed for his unique works of art fabricated from the scraps of cloth left over from his trade, was also noted for his portraits and dummy boards. His works were mentioned in several contemporary local guidebooks in the early 19th century which earned him minor celebrity status. His most famous subjects were ones he observed from his shop - Old Bright, the local postman, and The Goosewoman. Twenty-one works by George Smart were included in Tate Britain's 'British Folk Art' exhibition in 2014, and he is now recognised as one of the key figures in the history of English Folk Art.Unusually for Smart the subject of this creation is a borrowed one. Images of the earth stopper - an estate worker whose task it was to block up fox holes at night - date back to 1767, although Smart's humourous scene, in which the startled earth stopper interprets the silhouette of a chimney sweep and his donkey as a devil figure, most closely matches an unattributed print of around 1790, currently in the Lewis Walpole Collection at Yale University.
Lot 365
Tudor- a gentleman's vintage 9ct gold Tudor manual wristwatch, comprising a round signed textured cream dial, with applied gilt quarter Arabic hour indices, centre seconds sweep, case approx 30mm, to a later non branded tan leather strap and buckle, total gross weight approx 30.5gms, along with original box Note: regarding watches/pocket watches please note movements untested, functionality untested, for more information request a condition report with specific questions or please view in person
Lot 343
A gentleman's steel cased Oriosa 17 jewel Incabloc wristwatch, circa 1960's, comprising a black round signed dial with applied baton lume indices, lum inserts to hour nad minute hands, centre seconds sweep, subsidiary dials at 3 and 9, outer chapter ring, case approx 37mm, case back inscribed PJ Rosier, to a later expander strap General condition: winds and ticking, functions untested replacement crown, scratches to glass and case Note: regarding watches/pocket watches please note movements untested, functionality untested, for more information request a condition report with specific questions or please view in person
Lot 379
A gents automatic 1960s Accurist wristwatch, comprising a silvered dial with applied baton indices, date aperture at 6, lume inserts to hour and minute hands, centre seconds sweep, case approx 33mm, with second hand black leather strap in original box with paperwork, along with gents gold plated Avia manual wind wristwatch and ladies Avia gold plated quartz cocktail watch (1 bag). two gents watches wind and ticking, wear and tear, discolouration to Avia gents, scratches to glass and case replacement crown Note: regarding watches/pocket watches please note movements untested, functionality untested, for more information request a condition report with specific questions or please view in person
Lot 475
A good mid 19th Century mahogany longcase regulator, Hornby, Liverpool, the case with shallow arch above a circular brass framed door, a pair of quadrants beneath, the trunk with ebonised moulding and fitted a glazed door showing the pulley weight, mercury compensated pendulum (drained) and beat scale, on a stepped base, fitted a 12 inch circular silvered dial with centre sweep minutes, subsidiary seconds and hours, all with blued steel hands, the movement plates united by six turned pillars secured to the seat board by three L-shaped brackets, all wheels six-spoked and having a Harrison's maintaining power with dead beat escapement, the small brass weight with six-spoked pulley, 200cm high, 50cm wide, 25cm deep CONDITION REPORT: Key present. Glass container in good condition, we have the mercury if needed. Weight pulley wheel is 6-spoke. Was working when at the vendors house but unable to confirm now without the mercury in place.
Lot 109
A group of white metal figures, including shepherd, chimney sweep, organ grinder, owl, donkey, etc. CONDITION REPORT: Condition information is not usually provided in the description of the lot but is available upon request; the absence of a condition report does not imply that a lot is without imperfection
Lot 449
Sweep: A Harry Corbett, Sweep hand puppet. An original 1950’s hand puppet of Sweep from Sooty & Sweep. This Sweep is believed to have been given to Alma Cogan by Harry Corbet during one of her shows. It is likely to have appeared in several Sooty shows as it is marked inside with ATV 138. The numbers could refer to an episode number but no evidence to support this. He has some wear. Provenance: This was owned by the famous female Entertainer Alma Cogan. Alma released several albums and appeared in several films during late fifties, early sixties. She was a panelist on Juke Box Jury, and she had her own show on BBC before hosting ATV’s Saturday Spectacular from 1957 to 1961. Alma was the highest paid female entertainer of her time. She sadly died in 1966, age just 34. This and her other toys are now looking for new homes.
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MICHAELA YEARWOOD-DAN (B. 1994)Maten 2018 signed and dated 2018 on the reverse; signed with the artist's initials and dated '18 on the stretcheroil on canvas79.5 by 59.5 cm.31 5/16 by 23 7/16 in. Footnotes:ProvenanceAcquired directly from the artist by the present owner in 2019Bursting with energy, Maten, 2018 is an exuberant example of Michaela Yearwood-Dan's highly coveted abstract paintings. Lush strokes of paint sweep across the surface of the canvas, with daubs of colour and peaks of impasto that have been applied thickly with a palette knife. The whimsical surface is juxtaposed against strong brushstrokes of dark blue, drawing the eye to all areas of the painting with a sense of movement and lyricism. As with many of her paintings, Maten also holds a reflective quality, where the viewer can't help but be drawn into the world of the artist. Working across various media, Yearwood-Dan's paintings, prints and ceramics are transcendent and organic pieces that are a joy to behold. There is something very powerful and feminine about her compositions in the way that they explode boldly from the surface with swirling marks, botanical motifs, abstract landscapes and text referenced from poetry or song lyrics. Utilising rich colour and lush brushstrokes to evoke sensations, Yearwood-Dan creates a sumptuous energy which references her Black heritage, femininity and personal narratives. These depictions are also political, with a nod to, and celebration of queer identity which can be seen in the bright colours of the lesbian and bi-sexual flag, or the historic symbolism associated with pansies and carnations, the latter made famous by Oscar Wilde in 1892 when the poet and playwright instructed some of his friends to wear green carnations on their lapel as a secret gay symbol. Creating her own unique visual language, Yearwood-Dan has garnered attention as one of the rising stars of the international contemporary art scene. With solo exhibitions in New York and London and works featured in prominent public collections such as the Institute of Contemporary Art Miami, Florida and the Crocker Art Museum, Sacramento, Maten is a captivating example by one of the most exciting young artists working globally today.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ARAR Goods subject to Artists Resale Right Additional Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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‘I appear to have the happy knack of walking straight into trouble and then squirming out again.’ Letter from the recipient to his mother, three days after his Albert Medal winning exploits. A fine and extremely well-documented Albert Medal for Sea group of four awarded to Lieutenant-Commander D. Wainwright, Royal Navy, for his great gallantry and complete disregard of his own personal safety whilst attempting to save the life of a wounded stoker trapped in a stokehold aboard the rapidly sinking H.M.S. Penarth, which had struck a mine during a snowstorm in the North Sea on 4 February 1919. After his ship sank, he endured over 40 hours on a Carley float, in a winter sea, exposed and without food or water until finally rescued. Previously, Wainwright had survived the sinking of H.M.S. Nomad at the Battle of Jutland on 31 May 1916, being rescued from the North Sea, recording for posterity a graphic account of Nomad’s sinking at Jutland. Taken Prisoner of War, twice he attempted to escape, most notably on 24 July 1918, as one of the ‘Tunnellers of Holzminden’ - the greatest Prisoner of War break-out of the First World War. Wainwright’s later varied career saw him serve with the Auxiliary Division, Royal Irish Constabulary; with the British Gendarmerie in Palestine; and finally, as an Observer in Czechoslovakia following the Munich Conference. Returning to the Admiralty in 1939, he re-trained in Minesweepers before disappearing, drowned, off Portland on the eve of the Second World War Albert Medal, 2nd Class, for Gallantry in Saving Life at Sea, bronze and enamel, the reverse officially engraved ‘Presented by His Majesty to Lieut. David Wainwright, R.N., for Gallantry in attempting to save life on the occasion of the loss of H.M.S. “Penarth” on the 4th. Feb. 1919’; 1914-15 Star (S. Lt. D. Wainwright. R.N.); British War and Victory Medals (Lieut. D. Wainwright. R.N.) mounted as worn and housed in a Spink, London, leather case, contact marks and light pitting, especially to the reverse of the AM, therefore nearly very fine (lot) £8,000-£12,000 --- A.M. London Gazette 20 May 1919: ‘On the 4th of February 1919, H.M.S. Penarth struck a mine and immediately began to sink. Lieutenant David Wainwright, taking command of the situation, at once superintended the manning and lowering of the starboard gig, and later the launching of the Carley floats. Hearing there was a stoker injured in one of the stokeholds, he called for volunteers to show him the way, and at once made his way forward. There was by now a heavy list on the ship, and it was apparent she would not remain afloat much longer, the upper deck on the starboard side being already awash. Lieutenant Wainwright made his way below unaided, and while he was in the stokehold the ship struck a second mine abaft of him. The forepart was blown off and sank, and he was forced to wait till the stokehold had filled before he could float to the surface to escape. He displayed the greatest gallantry and disregard for his own personal safety in going below at a time when the ship was liable to sink at any moment.’ David Wainwright was born in Teddington, Middlesex, on 9 September 1894, and entered Osborne Naval Training College on the Isle of Wight as a Cadet in 1907, aged 13, before proceeding to Dartmouth in 1909, where he was in the same year as the future King Edward VIII. Appointed Midshipman, Wainwright’s first posting was aboard the Dreadnought class H.M.S. Colossus, and having been commissioned Acting Sub Lieutenant in June 1914, he transferred to H.M.S. Tigress in November of that year and was present at the Battle of Dogger Bank in January 1915. H.M.S. Nomad and the Battle of Jutland Wainwright was appointed Sub Lieutenant in H.M.S. Nomad in April 1916, and served in her at the Battle of Jutland, 31 May 1916, during which the Nomad was lost. Eight of her crew were killed, with 72 (including Wainwright) being rescued from the sea by German Torpedo boats and taken Prisoner of War. The recipient’s own account of the action states: ‘“Light cruisers report enemy in sight, Sir?” Thus, the bridge messenger at about 2.30pm on 31 May 1916. I opened my eyes with a start. After my morning watch and forenoon on deck I had hoped for an "Afternoon caulk." It was not to be. Up on deck one found the battle cruisers steaming on out beam. We, the Destroyers, were spread out in a protective fan ahead and abreast of them as a submarine screen. There seemed to be nothing dissimilar to our normal cruising appearance, and it was difficult to believe that the present stunt would vary in its finish from its predecessors; a long sweep to the eastward, a forenoon and afternoon spent in a forlorn dalliance in enemy waters and the ensuing return home with its inevitable zigzagging, submarine alarms and other reiterating monotonies. There seemed to be more of the crew on deck than was usual. Little knots of men stood talking and pointing ahead and away over the starboard bow. On the bridge the captain, one huge smile, breathed, “They're out?” and an air of cheerful expectancy prevailed. H.M.S. Lion decked herself out in bunting, and across the water we heard the call of “Action Stations” sounding in the battle cruisers. It was now about 2.45pm. We went to action stations ourselves, saw that everything was ready, and then as we could see no enemy yet, we went below in turns and had some tea. I remember thinking to myself: “I don't want to be killed, but if it's quick I shan't mind so much. I'm in a mortal funk of being wounded, but I needn't worry about being taken prisoner as that's not likely to happen.” My opinions were shortly to undergo a speedy change! Meanwhile we had received orders to take stations ahead of the battle cruisers and we were gradually drawing into position. From the bridge we could see, low down on the horizon off the port bow, masses of smoke, then masts and then funnels. The smoke was suddenly stabbed by vicious jabs of flame, later came the roll of the German guns and turning to our battle cruisers we saw them surrounded by colossal waterspouts that towered to the height of the foretops. A second later with a ripple of thunder our fleet replied. Think of the worst peal of thunder that you have ever heard, try to imagine it going on continuously and imagine that at the same time you are standing in the corridor of the Royal Scot with all the windows open, passing at full speed another Express going in the opposite direction on the next lot of rails. You will then have a faint conception of what it felt like on the bridge of a Destroyer in the van of the battle cruisers at Jutland. Tearing through the sea we waited our orders and watched the giants fighting. Now through glasses we could make out the head of the enemy a few light cruisers and a low huddle of Destroyers, our opposite numbers. Both fleets heading to the Southeast we were gradually converging, and away over there eight or ten miles away were men manning tubes and guns. Their tubes contained torpedoes for an attack (which we must foil) on our big ships, and the guns were fed with shells for us. Mathematically and in cold blood, at a distance which on land would take two or more hours to walk, we shortly proposed to pump highly explosive pieces of metal at each other. It seemed impossible to realise that Der Tag had at last come, and the state of tension while waiting for it to begin was the worst period that I passed through, because it gave imagination a chance to work. What happened when the shells struck a ship and that dull red glow appeared? Was everyone immediately asphyxiated, burnt or mangled? In another half hour would I be alive and unhurt, or would ...
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Tangmere Wing 1941 print by Robert Taylor. Signed by Group Captain Sir Douglas Bader CBE DSO* DFC*, Group Captain Hugh 'Cocky' Dundas CBE DSO* DFC, Air Vice Marshal Johnnie Johnson CB CBE DSO** DFC*, Wing Commander Ken Holden OBE DFC. They were one of the great fighter units of World War II. Led by the audacious Douglas Bader who had lost both HIS legs in a pre-war flying accident the Spitfire Wing at Tangmere was in the thick of the action during the tumultuous aerial battles that took place over the Channel and Pas de Calais in 1941. Duelling on a daily basis with the cream of the Luftwaffe, especially the pilots of Galland's JG26 based at Abbeville, many of Bader's young Spitfire pilots were to become some of the RAF's greatest fighter leaders: Names such as Hugh 'Cocky' Dundas, Ken Holden and Johnnie Johnson who all signed these now extremely rare prints together, of course, the signature of Douglas Bader. Robert Taylor is one of the few artists who personally knew Douglas Bader and who benefitted from the great fighter leader's knowledge. The striking piece, which portrays Douglas Bader leading his Wing in 'Finger Four' formation across the Sussex coast towards France on a fighter sweep in early 1941, was composed with a great deal of technical and historical input from Douglas Bader and such is their scarcity that pristine examples of these highly sought after pieces rarely, if ever, appear on the secondary market. Good condition. All autographs are genuine hand signed and come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £10.
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