BECKWITH, LONDON A PAIR OF 25-BORE FLINTLOCK ROUND-BODIED MANSTOPPER POCKET-PISTOLS, no visible serial numbers, circa 1810, with 1 1/2in. turn-off round barrels (frozen), engraved bands at the joint, border and martial trophy engraved central hammer boxlock actions with concealed automatic triggers, the left hand sides signed within engraved banners 'BECKWITH', the right sides within oval panels 'LONDON', rainproof pedestal pans with roller springs, coarsely chequered rounded bag-shaped walnut butts and sliding safes to both top-tangs
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Victorian silver trophy cup with bead borders on a pedestal foot (London 1877). John Newton Mappin & George Webb, together with an early Edwardian silver christening mug with wrythen decoration and engraved presentation inscription in a fitted case (London 1902) William Hutton & Sons Ltd. All at approximately 9ozs. Silver trophy 17cm overall height. (2)
Silver and silver mounted wares, comprising; a set of six Old English pattern teaspoons, with later engraved decoration, probably London 1799, twelve Scottish Old English pattern teaspoons, all engraved with the initial M, probably Edinburgh circa 1807, a twin handled trophy cup, London 1938, two decanter labels, commemorating The Queen's Silver Jubilee 1977, detailed Sherry and Port, combined weight of weighable silver 413 gms and a rectangular table cigarette box, wooden lined within, London 1918, also three plated coffee spoons, detailed Innsbruck 1964, (25).
Small silver including; a set of four silver gilt salts of dished rectangular form, no town mark, maker's mark rubbed but possibly London 1808, 10cms wide; an engine turned decorated rounded rectangular box, London 1920; a 20th century silver pedestal cup; a set of four Edwardian salts of twin handled trophy form, associated spoons and mahogany box, 825g weighable. (qty.)
Assorted silver plate including; A pair of twin handled trophy cups, a pair of gilt metal cigarette boxes by Christian Dior, a Victorian coffee percolator pot, a pair of gilt entrée dishes and covers with gadrooned borders; a pair of gilt sauceboats, a gilt spoon warmer in the form of a nautilus shell; another, with scrolled handles; two circular salvers on claw-and-ball feet (qty.)
Silver, comprising; a George V twin handled trophy cup, with partly embossed acanthus decoration, engraved Ham Polo Club -Walsh Challenge Cup, London 1929, a Victorian twin handled trophy cup, replicating The Autumn Cup 1971, presentation inscribed, London 1894 and a cream jug of baluster form, with beaded rim, presentation and family crest inscribed, Birmingham 1907, combined weight 504 gms, (3).
'The Arnold Hewitt Perpetual Challenge Cup', a large two handled George V silver trophy, Robinson & Co, London 1913, acanthus leaf moulded thumb piece to each handle, of plain polished banded design with central presentation engraving titled 'The Arnold Hewitt Perpetual Challenge Cup, Presented December 1956 by the Family of William Arnold Hewitt, deceased, to the Severn Side Bowling Club, to perpetuate his memory', weight 34.34ozt, with ebonised socle base with two winners collars, height 31.5cm overall
An Edwardian two handled silver competition trophy, Skinner & Co London 1904, of plain polished banded design with twin flying scroll handles and with presentation engraving titled 'Presented to the Severn Side Bowling Club by W.W.Naunton, For annual competition in 2nd Division of Tournament, 1906', weight 18.37ozt, with ebonised socle base with three winners collars, one stamped 'Sterling Silver', height 33.5cm overall
The 'George Brookes Trophy', a two handled George V silver trophy, James Fenton & Co Birmingham 1924, embossed with a band of vacant cartouche to the rim, angular twin handled with florally cast spacers, turned stem on a spreading circular foot, with associated unmarked cover, weight 17.2ozt gross, with ebonised socle base with mounted winners shields, height 34cm overall
A silver figural statue of a winged Britannia, London, raised on an ebonised socle base titled 'Dr Ireland's Trophy', height 32cm overall CONDITION REPORT: The figure appears to have been a finial from another piece which has been re-purposed into a trophy, hallmarks are rubbed slightly, the foliage in her left hand (raised) appears to have been cut or snapped and has left a sharp tip, along with whatever was once in her right hand which has now completely gone. Some minor surface scratching and wear commensurate with age. The piece would benefit from a good and thorough clean. ebonising to the base is worn, current plaque appears to be a later addition and replaces a larger, longer example. Sugeest the piece is a marriage.
'The Jack Smout Trophy', a George V two handled silver cup, Birmingham 1924, with elongated flying scroll handles flanking a moulded rim, presentation engraving titled 'Shrewsbury Severn Side Bowling Club, The Jack Smout Trophy', on a spreading circular base, weight 12.45ozt, with associated socle, height 25cm overall
'The Victory Cup', a large and impressive Victorian two handled silver trophy and cover, James Deakin & Sons, Sheffield 1897, of twin handled form and profusely embossed with floral bouquets and scrolls surrounding a presentation cartouche titled ' The Victory Cup, Presented to Severn Side Bowling Club by J.Fullwood Esq, June 8th 1946' and a vacant cartouche to the reverse, the cover surmounted with a figural brass terminal, all raised on a knoped stem on a spreading circular base, 73.6ozt gross excluding surmount, with ebonised socle base with two winners collars stamped 'Sterling', height 71cm overall, CONDITION REPORT: Minor wear to the cast brass, bowling figure finial - we believe that this is a later addition to the overall piece. Some small dents to the flat section of lid below the domed section, numerous dents to the inner rim of the lid where it inserts into the main cup (Not visible with the lid on). Lid fits snugly but securely proud of the cup body in places. Cup body engraved cartouche, dented from the inside out on the right hand side, un-engraved cartouche on the opposite side has several small dents. Handles are firmly attached and appear to be un-repaired. Minor wear throughout commensurate with age. Rubbing and surface marking to the ebonised base (through to the wood in places), worn felt underneath. Minor denting to the two presentation collars to the plinth base.
'The W.R.R.Pugh Cup' , a silver plated two handled trophy, with acanthus moulded thumb piece to each handle, of plain polished banded design, engraved 'President 1947-1955', on an ebonised socle base with mounted collars and winners shields, height 30cm overall with a large silver plated trophy on a marbled base, height 36cm and a silver plated rose bowl upon socle base, height 13cm (3)
The 'St Julian's Bowling Cup', a George VI silver two handled trophy, Vale & Charles, Birmingham 1938, with moulded handled flanking a polished cup with canted lower section and with presentation engraving titled 'St Julian's Bowling Cup, Challenge Cup, Presented by Ind.Cooper &Allsopp Ltd, 1939', 10.4ozt, raised on an ebonised socle base mounted with winners shields and collar, height 27cm overall
'The Royal Salop Infirmary Cup', a large George V two handled silver trophy, Robinson & Co, London 1912, the trophy with flying scroll handles flanking a cast cusped rim above a presentation engraving titled 'The Royal Salop Infirmary Cup, Presented by W.Swire Esq (Treasurer 1916) to the Severn Side Bowling Club (President 1916)', raised on a domed foot, height 47cm overall, 53.82ozt gross, with ebonised socle base with two winners collars stamped 'Sterling silver'
The 'Challenge Cup', a large two handled silver trophy, Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co Ltd, London 1901, of typical trophy form with elaborate acanthus leaf moulded handles, presentation engraving titled 'The Severn Side Bowling Club, Challenge Cup, Presented by Mr H.D.Greene.K.C.,M.P', 1903', cast foot rim, 57.2ozt, with ebonised socle base with two winners collars stamped 'Sterling silver', height 42cm overall
dating: 1799 provenance: London, Wide, curved, single-and false-edged blade with large, central fuller, first part engraved with a soldier on horse and trophies on a blue ground, royal, crowned monogram 'GR' and floral motifs; fine, iron, mono-quillon hilt, finely decorated and chiselled with beaded bands and grooves, partially engraved with floral motifs, langets with a trophy. Wooden, leather-covered grip with iron wire binding. Wooden, leather-covered scabbard with iron mounts, pierced and engraved with trophies and floral motifs, cap with oval, bronze medallion, with inscription 'Presented to Major Patterson by the Officers, Non Comm. Officers & Privates of his Troops Light Dragoons 1799'. Manufacturer 'Knubley & Co. No. 7 Charing Cross London' on the opposite side. Two suspension rings. length 96 cm.
dating: First Empire provenance: Cisalpine Republic, Curved, single-and short false-edged blade with large central fuller, first part engraved and gilded (parts missing) with a hussar, trophy, sun and floral motifs on a blue ground. Brass hilt with remains of gilding, loop-guard angled at the base and with a curl on the ends, pommel shaped as eagle's head, horn, spiral grip. Leather scabbard (damages) with brass mounts. Two suspension rings. length 87 cm.
dating: Third quarter of the 19th Century provenance: Sardinian Kingdom, Curved, single-and false-edged blade, with central fuller that doubles at the foible, first part engraved with Savoy eagle, trophy and floral motifs, iron hilt with big, drop-shaped slot, short cap and horn, spiral grip with metallic wire binding; scabbard with one suspension ring. Leather clutches and sword-knot. length 97 cm.
dating: Second half of the 19th Century provenance: Sardinian Kingdom, Fine, curved, single-and false-edged blade with large fuller that doubles at the foible, engraved with Savoy coat-of-arms, trophy and floral motifs, signed 'J. E. Bleckmann' and 'Solingen', tang. Iron hilt with four loop-guards, long, faceted cap and ebony grip, checkered in sectors. Iron scabbard with two suspension rings. Complete with clutches and sword-knot. length 104 cm.
dating: Early 19th Century provenance: Turkey, Smooth, iron, two-stage, octagonal and round, 16 mm cal. barrel, with ring at the girdle, featuring engravings with trophies, half-moons with stars, remains of numbering, traces of gold-inlay and two elliptical stamps. Iron lock chiselled with silver-inlaid spirals. Wooden, full stock (damage at the grip). Butt-plate covered with marked, silver foils, richly decorated with relieved trophies and rinceau. Also trigger guard has a trophy, floral decorations and stamp. Central part of the grip covered with wire binding. Back plate with thick, relieved rinceau. A half-moon at the bottom part, decorations similar to two barrel brackets, the second one, very long, provided with an integrated, false ramrod. These last elements in marked silver as well. length 50 cm.
A Georgian two handled silver trophy cup with a lift off dome cover, chased and embossed with scrollwork, fruiting vine and flowers, 48.5oz, 11.5in h. on an ebonised plinth with a silver plaque indicating this to be the Romsey Agricultural and Horse Show Society. The Presidents Cup for the Best Animal in the Cattle Classes given by Rear Admiral The Earl and Countess Mountbatten of Burma, 1948.
Early 20th Century Swiss 'Bells in Sight' cylinder musical box, with 15.5cm barrel and complete comb beneath three bells each having enamelled flowers and butterflies, the grained simulated rosewood case inlaid to cover with central musical trophy, 46.5cm x 26.5cm x 22.5cm high Condition: While we do not guarantee mechanical movements this box does play when wound, no signs of damage or retipping to comb, wear to the decoration on the box, lock is broken - **General condition consistent with age
Collection pertaining to British Motor Racing driver and principal developer of motor racing stables, English Racing Automobiles (ERA) and British Racing Motors (BRM) Raymond Thomas Mays, CBE (1899-1990), included are approx 470+ official Press photographs 1921-1944 depicting racing scenes from Mays' Brooklands races of 1936, April and August Bank Holiday 1935, 1927 and the Standing Start Kilometre Championships (for which Mays broke the record) + Shelsley Walsh Races of 1927, 1929, 1932, 1934 and 1936 featuring Mays' renowned "White Riley" Vauxhall-Villiers and Invictus racing cars, the Nurburgring 1935 + Southport 100 mile race + Syston Park 1935 + the Skegness Grand Prix,1928 (featuring Mays and a 2ltr Bugatti) + The Swiss Grand Prix 1935, The Donnington 200 mile race 1936 + The Nuffield Trophy 1937 and The Dieppe Grand Prix 1934, furthermore the 1922 and 1924 Austin hill climb plus other photos including Mays with a Hillman 1 1/2ltr speed model "Quicksilver" 1921, Mays and the Mercedes 1922 and 1927, the ERA at Fetes 1944 plus scenes featuring other racing competitors of this period including Prince Bira, Greenway Fairfield and Francis Viscount Curzon, 5th Earl of Howe at The Peronne (Northern France) Light car race of 1936 + various scenes illustrating racing car tests, engine photos including the ERA and Mays Brescia Bugattis, (1922-1924) known as "Cordon rouge" and "Cordon bleu", the collection includes both published and unpublished photographs with many produced by "The Auto" Journal photographer W J Brunell, housed within approx 70 envelopes of varying conditions (approx 270 x 200mm), each captioned (except 3) in red pencil by Mays' hand, varying sizes with several captioned on reverse in pencil, again by Mays + an "oil effect" colour print on canvas seated portrait of Raymond Mays housed within a moulded gilt frame, approx size 500 x 395mm, 600 x 510mm with frame inclusive
Collection of approx 45 monochrome and 14 colour Press Association/A P Leaf desk photos, mostly pertaining to Manchester and Manchester United Football circa 1950s-1990s, included are scenes illustrating footballer Bill Foukles leading Man Utd onto the field in the 5th round FA Cup tie against Sheffield Wednesday 1958 + Man Utd players Steve Bruce and Brian Robson lifting the Premier League trophy at the end of the inaugural 1992-93 season, further images feature game action scenes of George Best playing for Man Utd and Fulham (circa 1975) including at Stamford Bridge 1971 (ejected from the match under the orders of ref Norman Burtenshaw), Best and defender David Sadler at the European Cup Final at Wembley + Matt Busby, Pat Crerand and Best with the European Cup + a Man Utd civic reception at Albert Square after the European Cup victory over Benfica 1968 + England and West Ham Utd captain Bobby Moore action photos at West Ham Utd 1969 including Moore leading his victorious team (winning 1-0) in 1971 onto the field against Coventry in the Div 1 game + Moore and Pele swapping shirts after the England v Brazil match in 1970 + Moore and Eusebio da Silva Ferreira (Portuguese striker) with their 1966 Sports Personality of the Year awards, other non-football photographs include images pertaining to Manchester's Olympic bid including architectural models for the East Manchester 2000 Olympic 80,000 capacity stadium and proposed Olympic centre at Barton Cross 1996, + photos (A P Leaf desk) illustrating the Manchester IRA bombings 1992 including scenes captioned "As two men cower from the force of the blast" + political Press photos including Tony Blair, Gordon Brown and Margaret Thatcher, photos are of varying sizes, approx 200 x 150mm - 400 x 300mm with many captioned and dated in ink within photo margins and/or computer type on reverse
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