Peter Baxter Rhodesia: Last Outpost of the British Empire (SIGNED) First edition (hardback)limited to 150 copies, signed by the author on the title page. 544pp of text including index, with b&w illustrations. DJ now in loose protective plastic overwrap. This is the first complete history of Rhodesia, the country founded by Empire Builder, Cecil John Rhodes. Throughout this historical tapestry the author has skilfullY threaded in the many, often larger-than-life personalities who shaped Rhodesia`s destiny from the early characters like Cecil John Rhodes, Leander Starr Jameson, Frank Johnson, King Lobengula, Archibald Colquhoan and many others, to the later ones like Godfrey Huggins, Sir Edgar Whitehead, Garfield Todd, Joshua Nkomo, Robert Mugabe, Ian Smith and a host of others. Fine Alberton Galago 2010
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A Victorian walnut framed fire screen, the scrolling foliate carved frame around a central tapestry based on the painting 'Trial by jury or laying down the law' by Sir Edwin Landseer, raised on slender scrolling feet, h. 107 x w. 62 cm CONDITION REPORT: Some minor loses and old repairs, some slight splitting to woods but fair-good condition for age.
A George II style, drawing room chair, 20th century, with a curvilinear back, leaf carved scrolling arms, rattan panels, loose seat cushion raised upon leaf carved curvilinear legs, hairy paw feet, 83cms high x 58cms and a George III mahogany elbow chair with splat back, tapestry seat raised upon tapering legs (2)
Kenneth Lawson (British, 1920-2008), "Blue Turning Grey", signed, titled and dated 1985 on artist`s label verso, oil on board, 15 x 20cm.; 6 x 8in. * By the age of 22 Kenneth Lawson was exhibiting with the `London Group` at Burlington House. Successful exhibitions followed and he exhibited regularly at major galleries in London including The Redfern Gallery, Cork Street; The Leger Gallery, Bond Street; and The Leicester Gallery, Panton Street. During these early years in Dulwich, Kenneth`s mentor was the RA James Fitton, who remained advisor and friend until his death in 1982. In 1951 he was approached by Graham Sutherland to assist with the large painting `Origins` for the Festival of Britain. Kenneth was the only assistant that Sutherland ever used. The painting was created at The Tate Gallery, Millbank, and has remained there ever since. In 1952 and 1953 Kenneth worked on another project with Graham Sutherland: they worked together on the drawings of the world`s largest tapestry which was made in France and later installed at Coventry Cathedral. Kenneth also became absorbed in the world of theatre and TV and moved North to join the BBC in Manchester where he created the Design Department there. In the North West his work has been shown both in the Manchester and Salford Art Galleries and has included entries in the Laing Collection. Lawson`s work is in private collections in the UK, Europe and America. Artists` Resale Right ("droit de suite") may apply to this lot.
A mythological tapestry depicting Flora and Zephyr, early 18th century, after Louis de Boulogne, within a representation of a gilded frame, the winged god of the west wind crowning Flora with a chaplet of flowers within a landscaped garden, wool and silk weft on a wool warp From the series of `Ovid`s Metamorphoses` In Greek mythology, the story of the West Wind, Zephyr and Flora is set on Mount Olympus where Boreas, the north wind, plots to abduct Flora, the wife of Zephyr. Introducing a game of blind man`s bluff, Boreas separates the couple and kills Zephyr with an arrow before taking Flora to his cave, where she faints from fright. Nine muses in mourning bring Zephyr`s body to Mount Olympus, where, after his funeral procession, he comes back to life. The muses tie Flora securely to Zephyr`s wrist so they will not be separated again and Boreas is punished. 325 x 336cm (127 x 131in)
A pair of 17th century ` Cromwellian` walnut framed armchairs, circa 1650 the turned and joint frames to upholstered seats and backs with brass nailed tapestry fragments 89 x 58 x 48cm (35 x 23 x 19in) Provenance: Warwick Castle, formerly the seat of the Earls of Warwick Warwick Castle, Warwickshire, The seat of the Earls of Warwick
An Aubusson Carpet, France, circa 1840 a la Turque, the abrash pink ground with a large lobed ivory reserve enclosing an apricot, crimson and pale blue feathery edged medallion, overall floral sprigs with chinoiserie motifs, within a surround and snake encircled spandrels of heart and shield shaped cartouches, within an ivory border 845 x 512cm (330 x 200in) Provenance: Warwick Castle, formerly the seat of the Earls of Warwick Faded, worn and in part the tapestry is weak at the joins
Kenneth Lawson (British, 1920-2008), "Blue Turning Grey", signed, titled and dated 1985 on artist`s label verso, oil on board, 15 x 20cm.; 6 x 8in. * By the age of 22 Kenneth Lawson was exhibiting with the `London Group` at Burlington House. Successful exhibitions followed and he exhibited regularly at major galleries in London including The Redfern Gallery, Cork Street; The Leger Gallery, Bond Street; and The Leicester Gallery, Panton Street. During these early years in Dulwich, Kenneth`s mentor was the RA James Fitton, who remained advisor and friend until his death in 1982. In 1951 he was approached by Graham Sutherland to assist with the large painting `Origins` for the Festival of Britain. Kenneth was the only assistant that Sutherland ever used. The painting was created at The Tate Gallery, Millbank, and has remained there ever since. In 1952 and 1953 Kenneth worked on another project with Graham Sutherland: they worked together on the drawings of the world`s largest tapestry which was made in France and later installed at Coventry Cathedral. Kenneth also became absorbed in the world of theatre and TV and moved North to join the BBC in Manchester where he created the Design Department there. In the North West his work has been shown both in the Manchester and Salford Art Galleries and has included entries in the Laing Collection. Lawson`s work is in private collections in the UK, Europe and America. Artists` Resale Right ("droit de suite") may apply to this lot.
A 19th century Chinese linen fan case, Pekinese stitch, yellow ground embroidered stylized flora and swags, framed, a pair of Chinese 19th century embroidered fish, gilt thread, framed; a late 18th/early 19th Chinese silk kesi tapestry fragment, 19cm x 21cm; a 19th century silk panel, embroidered with children playing, gold thread ground, 18cm x 14cm (7)
IMPRESSIVE PAIR OF JAPANESE LATE MEIJI PIERCED ARITA PORCELAIN VASES, now adapted as electric lamp bases of footed pear shaped form, painted in colours and gilt with three toed dragons, exotic birds, tapestry panels and figures at leisure, 26 1/2"" (67.3cm) high, tops mounted with brass fittings and holes drilled to sides (2)
A framed 19th Century Tapestry Picture of a Spaniel, the frame 8" wide Condition:Some discolouration to image. Frame has some knocks/losses to varnish.Please note: Keys Fine Art Auctioneers take great care to ensure that any statements as to attribution, age, date, origin, provenance and condition are reliable and accurate but it should be noted that all such statements are skilled opinions, if provenance (written or historical fact) cannot be produced. However, Keys Fine Art Auctioneers do not guarantee that condition reports, whether included in the catalogue, or given at a later time; cover all aspects of an item(s) condition. No guarantee or warranty is issued or given in anyway, either written or verbal and therefore refunds will not be issued on the basis of the Lot not being “in working order”, “incomplete”, or “not in original condition”.Keys Fine Art Auctioneers would respectfully ask that prospective buyers view Lots in person, wherever issues regarding condition are seen as important to them, satisfying themselves as to the condition, completeness and originality of any Lot on which they intend to bid.
A 19th Century Mahogany Fire Screen, gross point wool embroidered panel depicting a retriever dog and a pheasant in a landscape, raised on splayed supports joined by a spindle stretcher, 18 ¼" wide Condition:Tapestry work appears generally good condition. Legs on frame have been broken and reglued.Please note: Keys Fine Art Auctioneers take great care to ensure that any statements as to attribution, age, date, origin, provenance and condition are reliable and accurate but it should be noted that all such statements are skilled opinions, if provenance (written or historical fact) cannot be produced. However, Keys Fine Art Auctioneers do not guarantee that condition reports, whether included in the catalogue, or given at a later time; cover all aspects of an item(s) condition. All items are sold strictly on an “As Found” basis.No guarantee or warranty is issued or given in anyway, either written or verbal and therefore refunds will not be issued on the basis of the Lot not being “in working order”, “incomplete”, or “not in original condition”.Keys Fine Art Auctioneers would respectfully ask that prospective buyers view Lots in person, wherever issues regarding condition are seen as important to them, satisfying themselves as to the condition, completeness and originality of any Lot on which they intend to bid.
A Georgian Mahogany framed bow back Dining Chair with push-out Tapestry seat and fluted front legs, 21? wide Condition: Brake to arched back, requires restoration.Please note: Keys Fine Art Auctioneers take great care to ensure that any statements as to attribution, age, date, origin, provenance and condition are reliable and accurate but it should be noted that all such statements are skilled opinions prepared with due care, if provenance (written or historical fact) cannot be produced. However, Keys Fine Art Auctioneers do not guarantee that condition reports, whether included in the catalogue, or given at a later time, cover all aspects of an item(s) condition. All clocks, watches and mechanical items are sold on behalf of vendors by Keys Fine Art Auctioneers strictly on an “As Found” basis.No guarantee or warranty is issued or given in anyway, either written or verbal and therefore refunds will not be issued on the basis of the Lot not being “in working order”, “incomplete”, or “not in original condition”.Keys Fine Art Auctioneers would respectfully ask that prospective buyers view Lots in person, wherever issues regarding condition are seen as important to them, satisfying themselves as to the condition, completeness and originality of any Lot on which they intend to bid.
André BORDERIE (1923-1998) & ATELIER CLAIRE RADOA wool tapestry illustrating the Siege of Montsegur. Bolduc. Signed and numbered 1/1. Dim. 80 3/4 x 59 in. Historique?: Jugée hérétique par le Concile de Latran, l`importante communauté Cathare, qui s`était établie dans la forteresse de Montségur, fût suppliciée en mars?1244.
A GENTLEMAN`S STAINLESS STEEL ROLEX OYSTER PERPETUAL DATEJUST BRACELET WATCH CIRCA 1987, REF. 16030 D: Grey "tapestry" dial with luminous inlaid silver batons, Roman numeral chapter ring, date aperture. M: 27 jewel automatic chronometer movement with quick set date, signed Rolex S.A. & numbered, calibre 3035. C: Oyster case with milled bezel, signed Montres Rolex S.A., numbered, Rolex crown, case diameter measures approx. 36mm. B: Original Rolex Jubilee bracelet, numbered S MA6/62510H/555. CONDITION REPORT D: Original dial in mint condition. M: Working at present. C: In excellent condition, with some light scratches due to general use. B: In very good condition. D: Dial / M: Movement / C: Case / S: Strap / B: Bracelet
A large collection of various pictures and prints to include Spy prints, a framed "Political" lithograph, dated 1836 and another similar, G W BIRKS "The verdict", signed limited edition print, an Oriental style tapestry with elephants, framed photograph of Lord Denning, signed by Denning and Sally Soames, etc together with a box of five GWR books
An Edwardian tapestry upholstered rectangular stool with turned decoration, a high stained beech child's carver chair and an Edwardian mahogany and inlaid carver chair with upholstered seat CONDITION REPORTS Modern high chair - basically sound though with scratching throughout requiring attention. Edwardian chair very faded and with wear and tear throughout, requires re-upholstering to the seat. Stool basically sound but with knocks and dents throughout conducive with age and wear and tear, upholstery on stool requires attention particularly to the beading/edging.
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