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Lot 8
CHANEL VINTAGE Umhängetasche. 80/90er Jahre. Glattleder in Schwarz mit klassischer Diamantsteppung und 24k vergoldeter Hardware. Ein Überschlag mit CC-Drehverschluss. Innenfutter aus Leder in Bordeaux (stärkere Abnutzung), Gliederkettenriemen mit Leder durchflochten. Klassische Altersspuren vorhanden, dennoch schöner Erhalt. Box anbei. 14x3x10cm.| CHANEL VINTAGE crossbody bag. 80s/90s. Smooth black leather with classic diamond stitching and 24k gold plated hardware. One flap with CC twist closure. Leather lining in bordeaux (heavier wear), link chain strap interwoven with leather. With box. Classic signs of age present, but still nice.14x3x10cm.
Lot 66
CHANEL VINTAGE Stiefel, Gr. 39, Koll.: 1990s. RARITÄT. SAMMLERSTÜCK. Modell aus schwarzem Leder mit vergoldeter Hardware, Logo-Plakette und Schnürung. Tragespuren vorhanden.| CHANEL VINTAGE boots, size 39, coll.: 1990s. RARITY. COLLECTOR'S PIECE. Black leather model with gold-plated hardware, logo plaque and lacing. Traces of wear present.
Lot 117
KARL LAGERFELD VINTAGE Tasche. RARITÄT. SAMMLERSTÜCK. Schwarzes Modell aus Textil mit goldfarbener Hardware in Form eines Fächers, Front mit Faltendekor, Rückseite mit Überschlag und magentischem Verschluss. Innenraum mit einem Reißverschlussfach. ID-Karte und Kettenriemen anbei. Flecken durch Staub vorhanden. 35 x 26 x 8 cm.| KARL LAGERFELD VINTAGE bag. RARITY. COLLECTOR'S PIECE. Black textile model with gold-coloured hardware in the shape of a compartment, front with pleated decoration, back with flap and magnetic closure. Interior with one zipped compartment. ID card and chain strap attached. Stains due to dust present. 35 x 26 x 8 cm.
Lot 118
HERMÈS VINTAGE Bauchtasche, Koll.: 1985. Epsom Leder in Hellbraun mit Kontraststeppung, Überschlag mit Druckknopfverschluss mit Jagdhorn und Riemen zum binden. Gut erhalten. 14 x 10 x 4 cm.| HERMÈS VINTAGE fanny pack, coll.: 1985. Epsom leather in light brown with contrast stitching, flap with press stud closure hunting horn design and strap to tie. In good condition. 14 x 10 x 4 cm.
Lot 122
CHANEL VINTAGE Tasche, Koll.: 90er Jahre. Lammleder in Schwarz mit Diamantsteppung, vergoldeter Hardware, Außenfächer beidseitig, Doppelhenkel aus Ketten mit Leder durchflochten. Innenraum in Weinrot mit drei Fächern. Portemonnaie und Staubbeutel anbei. Zipper abgefallen aber noch vorhanden, Abrieb und ausbleichen des Leders. 24 x 16 x 6 cm.| CHANEL VINTAGE bag, coll.: 90s. Black lambskin with diamond quilting, gold-plated hardware, external compartments on both sides, double handles made of chains interwoven with leather. Interior in wine red with three compartments. Wallet and dust bag enclosed. Zipper fallen off but still present, abrasion and fading of the leather. 24 x 16 x 6 cm.
Lot 465
Property of a deceased's estate1929 Harley-Davidson 45ci Model DRegistration no. BF 8437Frame no. 29D6777 (on plate)Engine no. 29D6777• Iconic Harley-Davidson model• Acquired in 2018• Corbin speedometerAlthough Harley-Davidson was no stranger to sidevalve ('flat head') engines, it did not apply this valve gear arrangement to a v-twin until the arrival of the all-new 45ci 'D' (standard) and 'DL' (high-compression) models in 1929. With the introduction of the Powerplus model in 1916, rivals Indian had demonstrated that a properly designed 'flat head' could produce all the power a road rider required, so it is perhaps surprising that Harley took so long to follow suit. One of the other advantages of this new engine was that it was cheaper to produce, enabling Harley to price the new 45ci (750cc) Model D at $290, and the 45's relative affordability would prove to be an important factor during the Depression years of the early 1930s. Production of the 45 really took off when the USA's entry into WW2 in December 1941 created an unprecedented demand for military motorcycles; around 90,000 of the WL (military) version rolling off the Milwaukee production lines before hostilities ceased. 'De-mobbed' Harley 45s helped meet the upsurge in demand for motorcycles in the immediate post-war years, doing much to establish the marque's reputation worldwide, while the civilian version remained a catalogued model until the end of 1951. This Vintage-era Model D was acquired by the current vendor's late father in 2018. A self-employed gas turbine engineer. Motorcycles were his passion and had been from a young age. He loved the look of this Model D, so much so, it stood proudly in the hallway. This Harley previously belonged to a Mr Nicholas Julian Moss of Berkshire. Following a period of inactivity, the machine will require recommissioning to a greater or lesser extent and thus is sold strictly as viewed. The machine features a Corbin speedometer and comes with a small selection of spares to include a pair of pillion footrests, rear numberplate/light bracket, and assorted electrical wiring. Accompanying documents include a current V5C; Harley-Davidson spare parts manual and Rider's Hand Book; and a folder containing various invoices/bills, including for repair of the gearbox in 2019.Footnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 474
1931 Matchless 1,000cc Model X/3Frame no. 1623Engine no. X3 2861• Present ownership for five years• Restored in Australia• Recommissioning required following storageDesignated 'X/2' on its launch in 1925, the 982cc sidevalve v-twin from Matchless would remain in production until the outbreak of WW2, its engine being supplied to Brough Superior for use in the SS80 from 1935 onwards. While lesser models came and went, the stately Model X remained a fixture of the range, progressively updated, until 1940. The most significant upgrades along the way were introduced for 1937 when the Model X adopted a shorter frame, restyled fuel tank, and front-mounted magneto. The current vendor purchased this Model X five years ago from a Mr Corey Palmer of Roxby Downs, South Australia, whose father (since deceased) purchased the machine in Papua New Guinea from a university professor in PNG. A Service Garage (Gravesend) supplier's plaque on the front mudguard shows that the machine was sold new in the UK. When Corey's father died the Matchless made its way to Australia, and the Import Approval document dated 28th February 2007 is on file. A 'ground upwards' restoration then commenced, beginning with the frame being sent for sand blasting and painting. Other works included the wheels being stripped; the rims chrome plated and rebuilt with stainless steel spokes; and the tank and several other items sent for chrome plating. The engine was sent to sidevalve specialist Jak Guyomer for a full and complete overhaul. (Jak does the Vintage and Veteran engines for Brisbane's largest restorer, Sleeping Beauties.) The engine has new pistons, valves, bearings and too many other new parts to list. The latter include the camshaft and one flywheel, which had to be made using a CNC lathe (the cost of these two items was around AU$4,000). The Sturmer Archer gearbox has new bearings, also a new end-housing and fabricated steel support for the kick start. The generator and magneto have been overhauled; the instruments refurbished, including an 'Oil Sight Gauge' which is very rare; and the electrics rewired using period-correct braided cable.There is a short video showing images of the restoration on file (available to view at request).The machine will require checking over and recommissioning following a period of storage and inactivity, and thus is sold strictly as viewed. Associated documents include copies of the purchase receipt and the aforementioned import approval.Footnotes:Please note that this vehicle is from outside the UK. Our customs agents, CARS UK, will manage all post sale customs administration. A fee of £350+VAT will be charged on the buyer's invoice to administer both import or export customs movements. If this vehicle is to remain in the UK, it will be subject to Import VAT at the reduced rate of 5% on the hammer price. This vehicle will not be available for immediate collection after the sale and will only be released on completion of customs clearance formalities. If you have any questions regarding customs clearance, please contact the Motorcycle Sale Coordinator Annika.morrill@bonhams.com +44 (0) 20 8963 2817All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: * N* VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.N MOTORCYCLESIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £125 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.CARSIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (CARS) to undertake the NOVA on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £250 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 311
The Anthony R. East Classic Motorcycle Collection1927 BSA 500cc S28 'Sloper' & Noxal SidecarRegistration no. PH 6007Frame no. P5790Engine no. P5895Introduced in 1910, the first series-production BSA to feature the marque's distinctive green and cream tank colours was a 499cc (3½hp) sidevalve single. Well engineered and equally well made, this first BSA proved an enormous success and effectively established the company's reputation as a maker of high quality motorcycles. Introduced for the 1927 season, the influential 'Sloper' started a trend which saw many of BSA's competitors adopt inclined motors. The Sloper featured a trend-setting saddle tank that afforded a low seating position, and for 1930 gained chromium-plated brightwork and a new frame with forged steel spine. Models with the 493cc overhead-valve engine came with twin-port cylinder heads. For 1930 the Birmingham firm offered no fewer than 18 models, six of which had inclined engines. The Sloper range remained essentially vintage in character until its demise in 1935, by which time the line-up had shrunk to just two models: one overhead-valve, the other sidevalve, both of 595cc. This splendid overhead-valve Sloper (an 'all footbrake' model) is attached to a Noxal single-seater sports sidecar. Acquired by Tony East in March 1994, this fully restored combination comes with sundry invoices totalling £4,688 relating to its restoration by Bryan Small Motorcycles circa 1995. The machine was last taxed in July 2002. Additional documentation consists of SORN paperwork; five old MoTs (most recent expired 2001); 1937 Noxal sidecars brochure; old/current V5C Registration Certificates; and an original parts catalogue.Footnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 467
Property of a deceased's estate1922 AJS 349cc Model B TouringRegistration no. FL 3274Frame no. 17530Engine no. 17530The first AJS of 1911 was a single-cylinder sidevalve-engined lightweight displacing 292cc. The company first entered the Isle of Man TT that year, making an historic breakthrough in 1914 when it won the Junior event, the first such victory by a single-cylinder machine. From then onwards, the 2¾hp (350cc) sidevalve model remained a fixture of the AJS range. Light in weight (around 200lbs), robust and adequately powerful, the model is widely regarded as one the finest of early Vintage sports machines. This Vintage-era AJS 'flat-tanker' was acquired by the current vendor's late father in 2013, having been restored from a total wreck by the previous owner. The latter obviously did a good job, as the machine was judged Best Wolverhampton AJS at the 2013 Jampot Rally. Used mostly on weekends at local Vintage club runs the annual Jampot Rally for many years. Noteworthy features include Lucas 'King of the Road' acetylene lighting and a bulb horn of unknown manufacture. Following a period of inactivity, the machine will require recommissioning to a greater or lesser extent and thus is sold strictly as viewed (it should be noted that the right side rear toolbox/bag is missing. Accompanying documents include a current V5C; copy of previous-owner V5C; old V5; old RF.60 logbook (issued 1948); old MoTs and expired tax discs; photographs of the AJS and its previous owner; marque related literature; and correspondence from Rob Harknet (Pre-War Officer AJS & Matchless OC).Footnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 250
1964 Triumph 649cc T120 BonnevilleRegistration no. PRX 265BFrame no. T120DU 10409Engine no. T120DU 10409 RS (see text)Capitalising on its record-breaking success at the Utah salt flats, Triumph introduced a new twin-carburettor sports roadster in September 1958: the Bonneville. Unitary construction of engine and gearbox was already a feature of the 350 and 500 twins though, and this innovation duly appeared on the 650s in 1963. This collectible T120 Bonneville dates from 1964, by which time most of the handling problems associated with the earlier versions' twin down-tube frame had been rectified by the successor's single-tube design. This nice example was purchased by the vendor in May 1981. Imported and first registered in the UK in June 1976 it now displays a period correct 'B' number plate denoting its 1964 vintage. Last taxed for the road in 2018 the motorcycle will require recommissioning. The history file contains various old style V5's and a receipt for servicing work in the early 1990s. It should be noted, the engine is a post-1969 production replacement unit, with a non-factory stamp to match the frame number.Footnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 472
Original and unrestored1922/1923 P&M 600cc Motorcycle CombinationRegistration no. NR 1841Frame no. 10287Engine no. 02345• Present family ownership since 1957• Widely campaigned• Displayed at Stanford HallOffered for sale by his family, this P&M outfit formerly belonged to the late Angus Martin, an engineer involved in developing the first of Frank Whittle's jet engines during WW2. After the war he was proprietor of Dunsmore Garage (1948-1986); a husband and father of three; and, lastly but by no means least, a rider in the Isle of Man TT races in the 1940s, '50s, and '60s, and any circuit you care to name in Great Britain.One day he arrived back at Dunsmore Garage from an auction with the machine offered here, a 1922/1923 P & M motorcycle combination, 'NR 1841'. That was around 1957 when the vendor was ten years old. He remembers riding it for the first time around the pumps on the filling station forecourt, carefully changing gear with the hand-change gear lever: 'It was a fun machine, so different from all our father's other bikes.'Angus's daughter Angela discovered that the previous owner was a Mr Sparks, and when he died the P&M was sold by his friend Bob Haynes, together with all his assets. For some years the P&M remained unused in the garage's car showroom. Then, in the 1980s, the P&M began to be used more. A collection of photographs, VMCC and other magazines, show the sidecar being ridden by Angus Martin at Mallory Park (1989), the Banbury Run (early 1980s) and other events, once with his wife Audrey as a passenger, often with Vic Saunders. Angus Martin always wore his racing helmet, painted silver with a green shamrock on the front, ever a proud Ulsterman.In 1986, Dunsmore Garage was sold and the Martins retired to a house in Rugby. Angus spent many hours going to autojumbles with Vic Saunders, and rebuilding old bikes in a big shed at the end of the garden. At some point the P&M, together with a CSI Norton, spent some years at Stamford Hall on display before being returned to storage in the family garage in Rugby. Sadly, Angus Martin passed away in 1990 and the motorcycles were inherited by our vendor; living in London, he did not have a garage, so they stayed in his mother's garage and moved with her when she moved house again.In 2005, Colin Mitchell, a family friend, rode the P&M, with his lady wife as passenger, dressed in period costume, in the VMCC Warwicks 50th Coventry parade at Coombe Park, winning the Jack Butler Trophy for best Vintage combination. Eventually, the garage was required to house Angela's Austin Seven Ruby, so arrangements were made with the VMCC for them to have the P&M on loan. Bill Phelps was one of the first to accommodate the P&M, and among the papers there is a very interesting account of his stewardship of the machine.The VMCC kept it well maintained, and the P&M was ridden in events such as the Banbury Run. In 2013 it was ridden by David Davies, editor of the VMCC magazine, and was pictured therein leaving Gaydon. Last taxed for the road in 2014, 'NR 1841' has been well cared for and kept running by the VMCC, and was entrusted to the prestigious Sammy Miller Museum in 2022 for repair and recommissioning after an accident. The vendor has now decided that it would be best to pass the P&M on to someone who would, it is hoped, treasure it as its custodians have done for the last 66 years.Accompanying documentation includes an original Instruction Manual (well used); three tax discs from the 1920s; a current V5C Registration Certificate; correspondence; parts price lists; various photographs; and details of events entered and prizes won, mostly VMCC related. There are also numerous magazines with articles and photographs of the outfit being ridden in various events. The history file's contents testify to the care taken of the P&M by the VMCC, showing their great love and respect for these lovely old motorcycles.Having spent 66 years in the care of one family, and displaying that wonderful patina that only an original and unrestored machine can have, this delightful 100-year-old P&M combination is worthy of the closest inspection.Footnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 473
Property of Peter Ardronc.1938 BMW R12 750cc Motorcycle CombinationRegistration no. EOR 189Frame no. 11187Engine no. 36067• Imported into the UK in 1944• Ex-German Army• Present ownership since 2014• Expertly restored with no expense spared (completed 2017)This wonderful R12 motorcycle combination belongs to Peter Ardon, a well-known and highly respected enthusiast within the BMW community (Peter helped restore/commission the 1941 BMW R12 that was sold by Bonhams in 2022). Restoring these older BMWs has always been his passion and he probably has more experience of working on them than anyone else in the UK. Indeed, he founded and ran for several years an international vintage BMW club.'EOR 189' was first registered in the UK in 1944, but BMW have confirmed the October 1938 date of manufacture for the frame and its delivery as part of an R12 to the Army Ordnance Office in Munich. The engine came from another R12 delivered in September 1941 to the Luftzeugamt Küpper (Luftzeugamt = civilian Air Office). BMW's dating letter is on file. It is quite likely that the R12 was a war trophy brought back by a British officer during WW2. The BMW has had six previous owners, the last of whom owned it for over 50 years. He confirmed he had not painted the machine and did not believe it had been repainted since importation. It was covered in a thick, oil based black paint. The story passed down with the machine is that the importer painted over the German Army colours with household black to make it less objectionable in wartime Britain. The original Army colour was still visible underneath the black but was beyond restoration. Peter decided that as the bike had been painted black since (probably) 1944, then restoring it in civilian colours better reflected its history than a return to German Army Grey. Dream Machine of Nottingham were entrusted with most of the repaint. Peter bought this R12 nine years ago and restored it with no expense spared purely for his own use. It has had everything done that it could possibly need, including sending the frame to RRC Tuning in Germany, R12 specialists and the only company in Europe with the experience and tooling necessary to straighten it to as-new tolerances. RRC were also entrusted with the electrical rebuilds, etc and they and Mark Huggett supplied most of the spares. None of the cheap, poorer-quality spares which are available from Poland and elsewhere have been used.One minor gearbox component (which does not in any way affect reliability or how it runs) was not available during the rebuild but comes with the bike should the next owner wish to fit it. Only Peter's ill health has prevented it from fitting it himself. No expense was spared in the rebuild, and Peter says that the machine runs even better than it looks. Purists will spot some reproduction parts but these are all minor, and it is doubtful there is a more practical R12 in the country. The sidecar is brand new and is a quality reproduction of an original Steib. With practicality and stopping-power in mind, Peter has fitted a brake (easily removed) to the sidecar. Poor health has meant that Peter has been unable to use the BMW as intended (he has only managed some 3,500 kilometres) and that is the only reason he is selling it now. The R12 last ran in August 2023. Accompanying documentation consists of Peter's purchase receipt; a photocopy of an old-style continuation logbook (issued 1952); a current V5C Registration Certificate; and numerous receipts for new spares.Footnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 484
1923 Dot-Bradshaw 350cc 'Oil Boiler'Registration no. XX 5813Frame no. 2610Engine no. 780That the Manchester marque's initials stand for 'Devoid Of Trouble' is known by almost every motorcycle enthusiast, though the company did not use the slogan until 1923, by which time 'The Dot' had been around for 20 years. Dot used proprietary engines at first and were active in competition, founder Harry Reed winning the second-ever Isle of Man TT's twin-cylinder class on his Dot-Peugeot in 1908. That would be Dot's first and last TT victory, though they continued to contest the Island races throughout the 1920s with Blackburne, Bradshaw, and JAP-engined machines, enjoying their most successful year in 1928, when the Twemlow brothers - Ken and Eddie - finished 2nd and 3rd respectively in the Lightweight race, with Ken 3rd in the Junior. Acquired on 1st January 1989, this rare Vintage-era Dot is fitted with one of Granville Bradshaw's overhead-valve, oil-cooled engines, a design used by various makes and commonly referred to as the 'Oil Boiler'. It has been garaged throughout the vendor's ownership and displayed in various showrooms and museums. Our vendor advises that the magneto was serviced around 15 years ago. The nickel plating has degraded somewhat, and the Dot no longer has its original carburettor. It was last used around five years ago. Sold on account of the vendor's advancing years, the machine is offered with old-style V5/V5C documents and an expired MoT (1998).Footnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 485
1921 Rudge 499cc TT MultiRegistration no. OE 7688Frame no. 765680Engine no. 18198This beautiful Rudge Multi is accompanied by a V5C and a continuation logbook. It left the factory in March 1920, but wasn't registered until January 1921. Victor Hooton of Bicester, the owner from 1960 and for many years afterwards, is believed responsible for the nicely mellowed older restoration. According to Rudge Multi expert and ex-club librarian Phil Barfield, the frame and engine pairing are original, as is the Multi gear (no. 12082). He advises that this must be one of the last TT Multis fitted with the Cyril Pullin inspired short frame which results in a smaller motorcycle with a shorter wheelbase and slightly steeper fork angle. Subsequently the 'universal' frame was employed in order to streamline production. Phil also pointed out that fitted optional extras are the 20' rear wheel (giving better gearing in hilly areas), a pedal starter, and a clutch.The vendor acquired the Multi in 1997 in exchange for a veteran Triumph and some additional cash. He says that it had been running very well until, in 1999, the magneto expired. The Rudge has not been run since, because it was around this time that he became seriously involved in his son's kart racing activities, and his vintage motorcycling ceased for many years. Clearly a magneto overhaul will be required, and general recommissioning will be required following a long period of inactivity. Prospective bidders should satisfy themselves as to the motorcycle's completeness and mechanical condition prior to bidding. It is sold strictly as viewed. No keys are required or supplied.Footnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 480
1938 BMW 494cc R51Registration no. EOB 432Frame no. 505238Engine no. 501136 (see text)• Advanced BMW Model for 1936• Present family ownership since 2009In 1936 BMW announced their advanced new R5 model featuring hydraulically damped telescopic forks, a welded tubular frame, coil ignition, overhead valves, hairpin valve springs with rocker boxes of a new shape, and for the first time on a BMW, a positive stop foot operated gearchange. For 1938 the R5 was upgraded by the addition of plunger rear suspension and became the R51. This was not an inexpensive motorcycle: in 1938 it sold for £123 at a time when Triumph's Speed Twin could be bought for under £77.The vendor purchased this lovely R51 in 2009 from John Lawes of BEMW in Derby. Since acquisition it has been stored in a dehumidified garage and has seen little use other than on local runs and vintage rallies. It was last started in July this year when it fired up on the third kick after standing for some years. According to the vendor it 'starts and runs nicely', and 'there are no known faults'. During the current ownership both wheels have been rebuilt and new tyres fitted, a pair of new old stock carburettors have been sourced and fitted, and the mudguards have been professionally resprayed. It should be noted that the engine currently fitted is believed to be from a BMW R5 of the previous year.Prospective bidders should satisfy themselves as to the motorcycle's completeness and mechanical condition prior to bidding. It is sold strictly as viewed. Three keys are supplied, two of the old bakelite type, and one pressed steel spare.Footnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 233
1914 Wall 118cc Auto-Wheel and Raleigh Tradesman's bicycleRegistration no. BF 8737Frame no. 42752JEngine no. 6658This Wall Auto-wheel was acquired by the vendor in the late 1960s. Obtaining a Raleigh Tradesman's delivery bicycle shortly thereafter, of similar vintage to the Wall, he intended to use it for shows and occasional weekend use. In 2018 BF 8737 won 'Most Original Motorcycle' class at the Scottish Motorcycle Show. It is listed in the VMCC machine register as 1914. Now surplus to requirements, the vendor hopes a new owner can give the Wall some use once again. Dry stored for some years, it has a magneto fault, and is in need of a tube or tyre for the driving wheel. The machine is sold strictly for restoration, and may well provide a new owner with an economical entry for the Pioneer run, subject to certification. Documentation comprises a current V5C, a prize rosette and sundry papers.Footnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 238
1932 Cotton-JAP 350cc OHVRegistration no. GY 5150Frame no. 8322Engine no. IOS/Y 27245/S•Single family ownership since 1982•Restored 1982/1983•Kept dry stored when not in useGloucester-based Cotton established its reputation with a string of racing successes in the 1920s thanks to an innovative frame patented by its founder, Frank Willoughby Cotton. Cotton's design featured four straight tubes running from the steering head to the rear wheel spindle, augmented by further straight stays supporting the gearbox and engine. The result was a stiff, lightweight chassis far in advance of the bicycle-derived diamond-type frame used by the majority of manufacturers. Like other small independent firms Cotton relied on proprietary engines but such was the advantage conferred by its frame that the Cotton had little trouble seeing off similarly powered rivals. The legendary Stanley Woods made his Isle of Man TT debut on a Cotton in 1922, going on to win the Junior event at record speed the following year. Countless wins and placings were achieved in international events throughout the 1920s, Cotton's finest TT achievement occurring in 1926 when its entries finished 1, 2, 3 in the 250 Lightweight race. The vendor's father-in-law purchased this Cotton-JAP in 1982 from W S Johnson & Co's auction of Veteran and Vintage vehicles in Leighton Buzzard (Lot 8). A copy of the original auction catalogue is on file together with the sales invoice. The father-in-law purchased the Cotton as a basket case and restored the machine with his son-in-law's help. It was in pieces but mainly all there, with the exception of engine/gearbox mounts, handlebars, and all control cables, etc. By the following summer the Cotton was up and running. Over the succeeding years it was shared on many VMCC runs and rallies, and was ridden from Northampton to the Cotton Rally in Gloucester, winning the 'longest distance travelled' award. By this time the pair had acquired a second Cotton, so they had one each. Sadly, its owner passed away in 2002, since when the vendor has carried on enjoying and looking after the Cotton until today. The machine has been kept dry stored in the garage when not in use and was last taxed in 2014. Recommissioning will be required before further use. Accompanying paperwork includes old/current V5/V5C documents; an old-style R.F 60 logbook (1965); expired MoTs (most recent 2006); VMCC display card; pre-restoration photographs; marque-related literature; and the aforementioned 1982 auction catalogue and receipt.Key not requiredFootnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 488
1929 Scott 498cc Flying SquirrelRegistration no. WW 9764Frame no. 2103Engine no. FZ1343AAlthough recognisably derived from the earliest designs, the Scott motorcycle of the 1920s gained steadily in both complexity and weight, a particularly significant development being the introduction of a three-speed countershaft gearbox for 1923. Like its major rivals, Scott was well aware of racing's publicity value and the allure of models with a TT connection, so the adoption of an optional full-frame tank, like that of the works racers, for the new Flying Squirrel was not surprising. Launched at the Olympia Show in 1925, the 'Flyer' came in 498cc and 596cc capacities, the latter the most expensive machine in the range. Subsequent models further benefited from racing, gaining the duplex frame and bigger brakes (first seen on the 1926 works bikes) and the magneto-platform Pilgrim oil pump adopted for the '27 TT machines. This Vintage-era Scott Flying Squirrel has been ridden regularly on VMCC rallies, winning numerous awards. The engine has been upgraded with a CNC-machined Pilgrim-type pump to the drippers and runs on Silkoline Comp 2 two-stroke oil at a ratio of 50:1. Seals are all synthetic by Ian Pearce, and the magneto has been rebuilt. The machine is offered with a V5C document.Footnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 232
c.1926 New Imperial 300cc Model 2Registration no. UH 2231Frame no. D16646Engine no. B4155Builder of the last British-made machine to win the Lightweight 250 TT (in 1936) New Imperial was unsurpassed for innovation during the 1930s, with models featuring pivoted fork rear suspension and unitary construction of engine and gearbox. The marque was established in 1900 when Norman Downs acquired a cycle company in Birmingham, which he reorganised as New Imperial Cycles. The firm's first motorcycles, designed along Werner lines, were shown at the 1901 Stanley Show in London but were not well received. Not until 1910 did Downs try again, launching a conventional JAP-powered model - the Light Tourist - that would prove an outstanding success. In racing, New Imperial concentrated on the 250 class, winning the Isle of Man TT trophy for 250cc machines in 1921 and their first Lightweight TT in 1924, a feat repeated the following year. On the commercial front, the late 1920s saw production facilities expand and proprietary engines abandoned in favour of New Imperial's own power units.Apparently a Model 2 '350' fitted with a 300cc engine from a Model 1, this Vintage-era New Imperial was acquired by the vendor's late father, prominent collector Ken Senior, in August 2008. An older restoration that deserves further renovation, 'UH 2231' will require recommissioning before returning to the road and thus is sold strictly as viewed. The machine is offered with old-style V5/V5C documents.Footnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 713
The "Lips Sofa" is a distinctive and iconic piece of furniture designed by Italian artist and designer Salvador Dalí in 1936. Officially known as the "Bocca Sofa," it is sometimes referred to simply as the "Lips Sofa" because of its striking resemblance to a pair of red, voluptuous lips. Here are some key details about the Lips Sofa:1. **Designer**: The Lips Sofa was designed by Salvador Dalí, one of the most famous and influential surrealist artists of the 20th century. Dalí is renowned for his imaginative and eccentric works of art, and the Lips Sofa is a testament to his unique artistic vision.2. **Inspiration**: Dalí was known for drawing inspiration from everyday objects and imbuing them with surreal and dreamlike qualities. The Lips Sofa was inspired by the sensual and provocative imagery often found in his paintings and drawings.3. **Design Concept**: The design of the Lips Sofa is whimsical and playful. It features a bright red, lip-shaped seat and backrest, with the two sides of the seat curling upward to resemble a pair of lips in the act of kissing. The upholstery is typically made from fabric or leather.4. **Cultural Significance**: The Lips Sofa is considered an iconic piece of surrealist furniture and a symbol of the Surrealist art movement. It blurs the boundaries between art and design and challenges conventional notions of functional furniture.5. **Limited Production**: The original Lips Sofa was produced in limited quantities and is considered a collector's item. Authentic vintage examples are highly sought after and can command significant prices in the collector's market.6. **Contemporary Versions**: Due to the enduring popularity of the design, contemporary reproductions of the Lips Sofa are also available. These reproductions adhere to the original design while using modern materials and manufacturing techniques.7. **Versatility**: While the Lips Sofa is often considered a work of art, it can function as a functional seating piece in various settings, including living rooms, lounges, galleries, and art studios. Its bold and provocative design can serve as a focal point in interior spaces.The Lips Sofa is a testament to Salvador Dalí's ability to infuse everyday objects with surreal and artistic qualities. Its eye-catching and unconventional design continues to captivate art and design enthusiasts and serves as a reminder of the playful and imaginative spirit of the Surrealist movement.Measures 7 x 2.75 x 2.5.
Lot 618
The Ball Chair is a famous and distinctive piece of furniture designed by Finnish architect and designer Eero Aarnio. Here are some key details about the Ball Chair:1. **Designer**: The Ball Chair was designed by Eero Aarnio, a Finnish designer known for his innovative and iconic furniture designs. He created the Ball Chair in the early 1960s.2. **Design Concept**: The Ball Chair is a manifestation of the Pop art and Space Age design movements of the 1960s. It is characterized by its futuristic and playful design, resembling a round ball with an opening for seating.3. **Materials**: The chair is typically constructed using a fiberglass shell, which is molded into a spherical shape. The interior is often lined with foam and upholstered in fabric or leather for comfort. It is mounted on a swivel base, allowing for rotation.4. **Functionality**: The Ball Chair is both a functional piece of furniture and a work of art. Its round shape cocooning the user provides a sense of privacy and insulation from the surrounding environment. It was designed to create a private space within a room, while still allowing for interaction with the outside world through its open front.5. **Iconic Appearance**: The Ball Chair's distinctive design and appearance have made it an iconic piece of furniture. Its playful and futuristic look is instantly recognizable.6. **Versatility**: While it is often considered a lounge or reading chair, the Ball Chair's design allows it to fit into various settings, including living rooms, offices, and modern interior spaces.7. **Cultural Impact**: The Ball Chair has had a significant cultural impact and has appeared in numerous films, television shows, and advertisements. It became a symbol of the Space Age design aesthetic of the 1960s.8. **Collector's Item**: Vintage and authentic Ball Chairs are highly sought after by collectors and design enthusiasts. They are considered valuable and iconic examples of mid-century modern design.9. **Continued Production**: The Ball Chair is still in production today, with various manufacturers producing authorized reproductions. These reproductions ensure that the design remains accessible to new generations of design enthusiasts.Eero Aarnio's Ball Chair represents a bold and imaginative approach to furniture design. Its unique and futuristic appearance continues to captivate the imagination of those who appreciate innovative and iconic design.Measures 3.75 x 4.5 x 3.5.
Lot 134
A quantity of frame componentsbelieved mostly Vintage and early Post-Vintage Ariel 250cc type components. Varying states of condition. Prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the condition, completeness, correctness, compatibility and integrity of the components prior to bidding. (Qty)Footnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: â—Šâ—Š £30 + VAT uplift and storage at £6 + VAT per lot per day.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 113
A set of Vintage fork bladestogether with a pair of handlebars, condition and completeness unknown, close inspection advised. (2)Footnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 150
A quantity of bracketry, saddle frames, footpegs and exhaust components,Some believed suitable for Vintage and early post-Vintage Ariel. Various states of condition. Prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the condition, completeness, correctness, compatibility and integrity of the components prior to bidding. (Qty)Footnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: â—Šâ—Šâ—Šâ—Š £60 + VAT uplift and storage at £12 + VAT per lot per dayFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 10
A quantity of motorcycle related booksincluding Vintage Motorcyclist Workshop, The Classic Indian Motorcycle, Sunbeam Bicycles and Motorcycles, History of the Clubman's TT Races and many others, close inspection advised. (Qty)Footnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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