Dennis ENDEAN IVALL (1921-2006) 'The Miner' and 'Old Quay & Cave, St Agnes Each watercolour and ink, signed, 25.5cm x 35.5cm; together with a 19th century miniature watercolour of a girl and a dog by a different hand, 10cm x 7cm. Dennis Endean Ivall was born in Essex in 1921, the youngest of four children. His father was then an accountant with ICI and his mother was a member of the Endean family of St. Agnes, so he visited Cornwall for holidays from an early age. He attended the Sir George Monoux Grammar School in Chingford, and then joined ICI. In the Second World War he enlisted in the Ordnance Corps, seeing active service in the retreat from Burma, and later in Ceylon and the Cocos Islands, where he reached the rank of Warrant Officer, First Class. After the war he trained as an artist and art teacher. Working at first as a freelance artist, he later became an art teacher in Barnstaple, North Devon – the nearest to Cornwall that he could get at the time. In 1973, Dennis took early retirement and moved to Cornwall, living at first at Ponsanooth and then for thirty years at Perranwell. He worked as a designer, a record agent and principally as a heraldic artist and designer, only retiring from this work when suffering from illness in the last three years of his life. Heraldic art was his great passion, and he carried out the design and painting of coats of arms for many clients across the world. He was the author of the book Cornish Heraldry and Symbolism and, among the work he carried out in Cornwall, was the painting of the organ panels at Cuby church, the repainting of the coat of arms at St.Dennis after the fire and the design and painting of a banner for St.Agnes and, of course, the banner of St. Piran in this church. Heraldry and his military service gave rise to an interest in army insignia and badges and, with Professor Charles Thomas, he was the author and illustrator of Military Insignia of Cornwall. He was a founder member of the Cornwall Militaria Group, and a long serving member of the Perranarworthal branch of the British Legion. His enthusiasm for heraldry led Dennis to join the Order of St.Lazarus, an international charitable order founded in the Holy Land. He was a member of the Commandery of Avalon in the West Country, and became Judge of Arms of the Commandery, of the Bailiwick of England and then of the whole order worldwide, attaining the rank of Knight Grand Cross. Although he was such a talented artist, with a worldwide clientele, he was always ready to lend his talents to local activities, whether painting scenery for Carnon Downs Drama Group, drawing posters for the Women’s Institute or touching up the lettering on the war memorial.
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oil on canvas, signed, titled and dated 1980 verso framed image size 56cm x 92cm, overall size 68cm x 103cm Note: James Watt was born in Port Glasgow in 1931 to Alexander Watt and his wife Isabella (nee Hooper). His entire family, including his grandfather, and everybody he knew, were in shipbuilding. He was always passionate about boats. He believed he was very lucky. "I was in the right place at the right time. I caught the tail-end of the Clydeside shipbuilding boom in the 1950s. Shipyards had full order-books and the river teemed with craft of every sort. So I always had a subject”. His paintings are in a formidable array of collections – including those of HM The Queen and Prince Philip, The Princess Royal, The Arts Council, The Hunterian, Glasgow Museums, Paisley Museum & Art Gallery, IBM, Britoil, the Danish Embassy, Yarrow Shipbuilders, McKean Museum and Art Gallery, Clyde Shipping Co, the Royal Bank of Scotland and also the town council in the Faroes. Watt went to Glasgow School of Art for four years where he was taught by Ted Odling, Douglas Percy Bliss, and David Donaldson. In 1958 he was one of 13 founders of the Glasgow Group, an artists' co-operative which continues to this day. Irritated by the conformist, unadventurous policies of local exhibiting societies like the Royal Scottish Academy and the RGI, and at the dearth of commercial outlets in the city, they got together with other GSA students and graduates to exhibit at Glasgow’s then-beautiful McLellan Galleries. The Glasgow Group was the Transmission Gallery of its day. After two years National Service in the army, from 1955 to 1957 he became an art teacher, and a much-beloved one at that. He was noted for his kindness and good counsel, and one former student says of him: "I had pretty much zero talent but he sparked a lifelong love and interest in art." Another remembered “His was the fastest-moving Volvo down the school drive. He was some man." Later Watt became a member of the RGI and was elected a member of Society of Scottish Artists in 1965. In 1997 he received The Royal Bank of Scotland Award at the Glasgow Institute. He dedicated much of his life to recording the River Clyde and its industries, and his vast body of work forms a vital archive of the river. Greenock's McLean Museum and Art Gallery exhibition, The Lost Clyde: The Paintings of James Watt, was mounted to celebrate his 90th birthday. James was also the father of Alison Watt OBE FRSE RSA, one of Britain's best-known painters.
oil on canvas, signed, titled verso framed and under glass image size 46cm x 61cm, overall size 59cm x 74cm Note: James Watt was born in Port Glasgow in 1931 to Alexander Watt and his wife Isabella (nee Hooper). His entire family, including his grandfather, and everybody he knew, were in shipbuilding. He was always passionate about boats. He believed he was very lucky. "I was in the right place at the right time. I caught the tail-end of the Clydeside shipbuilding boom in the 1950s. Shipyards had full order-books and the river teemed with craft of every sort. So I always had a subject”. His paintings are in a formidable array of collections – including those of HM The Queen and Prince Philip, The Princess Royal, The Arts Council, The Hunterian, Glasgow Museums, Paisley Museum & Art Gallery, IBM, Britoil, the Danish Embassy, Yarrow Shipbuilders, McKean Museum and Art Gallery, Clyde Shipping Co, the Royal Bank of Scotland and also the town council in the Faroes. Watt went to Glasgow School of Art for four years where he was taught by Ted Odling, Douglas Percy Bliss, and David Donaldson. In 1958 he was one of 13 founders of the Glasgow Group, an artists' co-operative which continues to this day. Irritated by the conformist, unadventurous policies of local exhibiting societies like the Royal Scottish Academy and the RGI, and at the dearth of commercial outlets in the city, they got together with other GSA students and graduates to exhibit at Glasgow’s then-beautiful McLellan Galleries. The Glasgow Group was the Transmission Gallery of its day. After two years National Service in the army, from 1955 to 1957 he became an art teacher, and a much-beloved one at that. He was noted for his kindness and good counsel, and one former student says of him: "I had pretty much zero talent but he sparked a lifelong love and interest in art." Another remembered “His was the fastest-moving Volvo down the school drive. He was some man." Later Watt became a member of the RGI and was elected a member of Society of Scottish Artists in 1965. In 1997 he received The Royal Bank of Scotland Award at the Glasgow Institute. He dedicated much of his life to recording the River Clyde and its industries, and his vast body of work forms a vital archive of the river. Greenock's McLean Museum and Art Gallery exhibition, The Lost Clyde: The Paintings of James Watt, was mounted to celebrate his 90th birthday. James was also the father of Alison Watt OBE FRSE RSA, one of Britain's best-known painters.
Ca. AD 1200. A superb bronze bowl of circular form and extra-large size with elaborate Kufic calligraphy and engraved details of an army running around the internal rim, set amongst geometric and floral motifs. Decorated internally with the image of a seated couple recieving toasts and blessings, possibly inspired by Persian illumination. In the late 12th century, subjects such as hunting scenes and human figures drinking wine, which refer to the function of the vessel; appeared as decorations on objects. Size: L:85mm / W:200mm ; 1.78kg Provenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly in a collection of A. Kotlar, since the 1970s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Badge of the Artillery Command of the Kraków Army. A round badge featuring an eagle in a crown with a cross, placed on a stylized wreath with a ring, bearing the inscription: "PAMIĘCI PIERW WALK I PRAC PIERW ARTYL PIERW N.DOW KRAKÓW". The pin has been removed and replaced with a soldered needle. The badge is in very good condition, as shown in the photos.
Polish cap eagle featuring an eagle with outstretched wings, sitting on an Amazon shield. The head is devoid of a crown. The reverse shows a broken post for attachment.The eagle was used by the Polish Army in the early post-war years.Dimensions: approx. 52 mm x 36 mm.Condition as shown in the photos.
A "French-style" officer's jacket of the Latvian Army from the interwar period. The jacket features one epaulette on the collar, with the other missing. The overall condition is good with signs of wear, as shown in the photos. There is a mark where a barrette was attached, and the shoulder boards are missing.
Bayonet with a single-edged blade, featuring a double-edged concave fuller. The bayonet's tang is single-sided. The handle has two contoured wooden scales, secured to the tang with two screws.The steel catch with a spiral spring is non-functional. The steel scabbard ends in a round pommel.Marking on the ricasso of the front blade: stamped manufacturer's name Fabryka. Zbr 4 - Zbrojownia 4 Kraków and the number 97727. On the rear flat, there is an eagle in a crown, the State emblem, and the letters (W.P.) representing Wojsko Polskie (Polish Army).The scabbard is fitted with a leather frog, dedicated to the Polish bayonet with a characteristic round knob at the end.Overall condition as shown in the pictures.
The presented bayonet is the M1888 model, used by non-commissioned officers of the Austro-Hungarian army during World War I. It was designed as a supplement to the Mannlicher M1888 rifle, one of the main types of armament in the army during that period.The bayonet features a simple, single-edged blade with a central groove, which enhances its strength and reduces weight. The wooden handle with metal fittings is tightly assembled, and the locking mechanism is fully functional. Completing the set is the trodle (sling), worn by non-commissioned officers. The condition is as shown in the photos.
Bayonet with a single-edged blade, featuring a double-edged concave fuller. The bayonet's tang is single-sided. The handle has two contoured wooden scales, secured to the tang with two screws.The steel catch with a spiral spring is non-functional. The steel scabbard ends in a round pommel.Marking on the ricasso of the front blade: stamped manufacturer's name Fabryka. Zbr 4 - Zbrojownia 4 Kraków and the number 68462. On the rear flat, there is an eagle in a crown, the State emblem, and the letters (W.P.) representing Wojsko Polskie (Polish Army).The scabbard is from a German Mauser bayonet, marked.Overall condition as shown in the pictures.
The blade of the sabre is steel, with visible grooves and double fullers on both sides. The spine of the blade shows a deep temper line. The blade is double-edged. The grip is made of beech wood, with a brass crossguard and an oval hole for the sling. The quillons are trapezoidal in shape with visible joins. The guard is made at a right angle, connecting to the pommel. The pommel has a brass cap with a screw fastening the tang of the blade.On the spine of the blade, there are visible markings, most likely from the civilian expert Tadeusz Książnicki, stamped with "k/2" inside an oval, and the sabre's number A5201. On the outside of the blade, there is the model designation "S.wz.34." and on the opposite side, the manufacturer's mark "H. LUDWIKÓW/KIELCE". The sabre comes with its original scabbard, also numbered A5201.The wz.34 sabre is the most recognizable sabre of the Polish Army from the interwar period.The overall condition of the blade and grip is as shown in the pictures. The sabre was broken in the scabbard and has been repaired. The leather sling and frog are later additions.
Single-piece badge made of tombac, attached with a nut. The badge is shield-shaped, with the Warsaw mermaid at the top, symbolizing the 2nd Polish Corps (2KP), and at the bottom, the identification badge of the 8th Army, surrounded by the inscription "2 Korpus Polski" with laurel branches above the text.The reverse is smooth with the stamped number, and a repaired attachment post in the center. The nut is not signed.The badge has a low number, 1023, which is becoming increasingly rare on the collectors' market.Dimensions: 36.5 x 20 mm.Overall condition as shown in the pictures.
Bayonet with a single-edged blade, featuring a double-edged concave fuller. The bayonet's tang is single-sided. The handle has two contoured wooden scales, secured to the tang with two screws.The steel catch with a spiral spring is non-functional. The steel scabbard ends in a round pommel.Marking on the ricasso of the front blade: stamped manufacturer's name Fabryka. Zbr 4 - Zbrojownia 4 Kraków and the number 92935. On the rear flat, there is an eagle in a crown, the State emblem, and the letters (W.P.) representing Wojsko Polskie (Polish Army).The scabbard is dedicated to the Polish bayonet, with the characteristic round knob at its end.Overall condition as shown in the pictures.
Polish Armed Forces Battledress of Sergeant J. Grzelki, Soldier of the 5th Kresowa Infantry DivisionThe jacket comes from the famous collection of the late Laskowski from Kołobrzeg. The uniform includes documentation in the form of two inventory numbers: "KS2212 Sergeant 5KDP" and "KS2212 8.09.99 Środa" — likely the date it was acquired for the collection, as well as a note with the following content:“Dear Mr. Wincenty, Attached are the agreed items. All insignia are in the left inner pocket of the sergeant’s jacket. This uniform belonged to Sergeant J. Grzelki. I will try to find out more about this person. Please call to confirm if the package arrived undamaged. Phone XXX, Best regards, Sylwia and Cezary J.”The Battle Dress P37 jacket is single-breasted, fastened with four buttons and a clasp at the bottom, with the opening on the left side. The collar has the characteristic pointed stitching with infantry-colored collar flaps (navy blue with yellow piping). On both shoulders, below the shoulder seam, there are red recognition signs with the inscription "POLAND." The left shoulder bears the 5th Kresowa Infantry Division insignia, and below that, on the right shoulder, there is the British 8th Army insignia. The shoulder straps are for the rank of sergeant. The collar flaps were likely added later.Above the left pocket, there are the following awards: Cross of Merit with Swords (swords missing), Military Medal, Monte Cassino Cross, 1939-45 Star, Italy Star, British Defence Medal, and British War Medal. The award bar is made of plastic (some parts are missing).Condition: As shown in the pictures.
Polish WW2 Photograph of a Corporal from the 2nd Polish Corps. A photograph taken between 1945 and 1946, featuring a corporal from the 2nd Polish Corps. The rank insignia, 8th Army patch, eagle badge, and collar patches are clearly visible.This is an early and rare example of a color photograph from that era.Dimensions: 8.2 cm x 6 cmThe general condition is visible in the photos.
Two propaganda brochures published for the Polish Army in the East by the Foreign Language Literature Publishing House, Moscow 1944, and the Propaganda Department of the Political-Educational Directorate of the Polish Army, 1945. Soft covers, 46 and 32 pages.The overall condition is visible in the photos.Dimensions: 16.2 cm x 11 cm, 14.7 cm x 10.7 cm
Bayonet with a single-edged blade, featuring a double-edged concave fuller. The bayonet's tang is single-sided. The handle has two contoured wooden scales, secured to the tang with two screws.Steel catch with a spiral spring. The steel scabbard ends in a round pommel. The scabbard's latch is soldered with an oval backing plate. The latch has a beveled top section to facilitate the removal of the frog.The scabbard throat consists of two flat springs, secured to the scabbard body with two rivets.Marking on the ricasso of the front blade: stamped manufacturer's name Perkun and an elliptical military acceptance mark (D2). On the crossguard, the serial number 42.P is visible. On the rear flat, there is an eagle in a crown, the State emblem, and the letters (W.P.), representing Wojsko Polskie (Polish Army).Overall condition as shown in the pictures.
Vinyl - 53 Rock & Pop LPs including recent / reissues to include Led Zeppelin (IV reissue), Black Sabbath, Soft Machine (textured cover), Stevie Wonder x 2 (including 180gm reissue), Tom Waits (2017 reissue), Peter Tosh, Tom Petty (Greatest Hits 1993 pressing), Japanx 2 (inc German pressing), Lou Reed x 2, David Bowie, Talking Heads, Patti Smith x 2 (inc 2019 pressing on We Are Vinyl), Gary Numan & Tubeway Army 2015 reissue), Jethro Tull, Roxy Music x 3, Rolling Stones x 3, Al Green, U2, The Who, Mica Paris, Santana, Paul Simon and more. Vg+ overall
Egypt Medal with Suakin 1885 Clasp, adapted into menu card holder for use in officer's mess. Medal awarded to 8095 Pte C Woodhouse 3 Grenr Gds inscription to stand 'Presented to the officer's mess 2nd Wyre (Vols) by Lieut C Scriven 1902'. Private Charles Woodhouse served with 3rd Battalion Grenadier Guards which was deployed to Sudan in 1884. Engagements followed at Abu Klea and at Suakin where the regiment rounded up the remnants of the Mahdi's army.
WWII British Army Dirty Dozen Lemania Wristwatch, 'Lemania' and broad arrow to dial, 'WWW', '? 1125' (small hole has removed full number) '1023', 'Q8213' and broad arrow to back of case, on NATO style canvas strap. Appears to function, movement unchecked. We are unable to guarantee working order and accuracy of the watch.
WWII British Army Dirty Dozen Omega Wristwatch, 'Omega' and broad arrow to dial. 'WWW' 'Y14629' '10678828' and arrow to back of case and 'Omega' and '10262137' to movement, on leather strap with two additional NATO style canvas straps. Appears to function but we are unable to guarantee working order and accuracy of the watch.Scratches to reverse, case appears highly polished, some luminous dots worn/missing, discolouration inside, bezel, under perspex, more photographs added to assist bidders further assessment.
Boer War Queens Mediterranean Medal, awarded to 6650 PTE J Reynolds Yorks LI medal roll 1st February 1902 of 3rd Battalion Kings Own Yorkshire Light Infantry records award of medal as above. 3rd Battalion was a Militia Battalion, it performed garrison duties in the Mediterranean thus relieving a regular army battalion for active service in the Boar War.
WWI Third Reich Heer Army Officers Dress Sword, with knot and scabbard, by Eickhorn Solingen, pre-1941 squirrel trademark to ricasso, gilt brass hilt wire bound celluloid grip, scabbard with single hanging ring.We have no provenance relating to the item, we have provided additional images to assist the bidders own assessment of authenticity
WWII Japanese Army Officers Shin-Gunto Pattern Sword and Scabbard, signed handmade blade with gilt bronze tsuba and wrapped fish skin gripTwo small 'nicks' to mid section blade edge, crack to fishskin close to grip peg. No obvious indentations to scabbard, press stud does function but sword can be pulled from scabbard without pressing stud. Blade has a slight bend towards the point, no obvious bend to scabbard. Nagasa approximately 66cm, scabbard approximately 73cm
WWI/WWII Medal Group, comprising Order of The British Empire (OBE), 1914 Star with bar 5th Aug - 22nd Nov 1914 (56444 Ftr R Greenhead RFA), British War Medal, Victory Medal with mention in despatches (56444 S SJT R Greenhead RA), War Medal 1939-1945, India Service Medal 1939-1945, Army Long Service and Good Conduct Medal (S/SJT R Greenhead ASC Meritorious Service Medal and Belgian Albert Cross for Veteran's, also Old Contemptibles Association lapel badge. All presented in framed box. The medal group represents the exemplary service of Staff Sergeant Rowland Greenhead who served in France in WWI and India during WWII. His career spanned at least 18 years and notwithstanding the award of Campaign and Service Medals, he was mentioned in despatches, received the OBE and was recognised by Belgian allies with the award of the Albert Cross For Veterans.
WWII Medal Group, comprising 1939-1945 Star, Africa Star, with 1st Army bar, Italy Star, Defence Medal and War Medal 1939-1945, cloth insignia, identification tags and photograph, all presented in a picture frame, plus solider's pay bok and other ephemera relating to the War Service of 4806474 Sergent J. Bavin 6 Battalion, Lincolnshire regiment,
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