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Click here to subscribeA Willys jeep table lighter, circa 1946, by W Baier. US zone West Germany, polished aluminium with etched decoration and rubber tyres, the door handle activates the semi automatic mechanism under the bonnet, complete with attached ashtray in the form of a trailer, front bumper stamped 'Ges. Gesch', overall length 23cm.
An Escaper's M.M. group of six awarded to Lance Corporal R. Holtby, Green Howards, who - with remarkable persistence - attempted to escape no less than three times, finally succeeding on the final runHaving joined underage Holtby was to see action in France 1940, the Dunkirk evacuation and the War in the Desert before his capture; his exploits in Italy make for exiting reading as he filed open the train door and leapt from the back of speeding trucks to make his final successful bid for freedomMilitary Medal, G.VI.R. (4391447 L. Cpl. R. Holtby. Green. Howards.); 1939-45 Star; Africa Star; Italy Star; War Medal 1939-45; Efficiency Medal, Territorial, G.VI.R. (4391447 Pte. R. Holtby. Green. Howards.), light contact wear, overall very fine (6)Provenance:Glendinning's, June 1889.M.M. London Gazette 12 September 1944, the original recommendation states:'On 9 Sep 43, before the general evacuation of Camp 54, Holtby left with eleven other prisoners and went with them to Monte Flavia, from where he set off alone to cross the lines. He had only reached Settefratti when he was recaptured by Germans. About the end of October he was entrained for Germany, but after travelling for about 2 hours succeeded in escaping and reaching Sora before he was taken ill with pneumonia. Upon his recovery he decided to make for the Anzio beachhead, but at Borgo Grappa he was again arrested by Germans. Five days later, as he was being transferred to Gisterno, he jumped off the truck and travelled to San Silvanion, where he stayed two months. After the Allied attack on Terracina he met an American patrol on 23 May 44.'Roy Holtby was born at Beverley, Yorkshire on 8 August 1921, the son of Francis and Edith Holtby. Joining the Territorial Army at Beverley before the war, his obituary notes that he joined underage - his 18th birthday was in August 1939. He was serving with the 5th Battalion in France in 1940 where they took part in the Battle of Arras and later the Dunkirk evacuation.Returning to Britian the Battalion was not linger there for long before they were posted to the desert for serving in the Middle East. Their first engagement there was to be the Battle of Gazala in which the 50th Division - to which the Battalion was attached - suffered heavy losses during the Defence of the Knightsbridge box. Either during the attack or retreat Holtby was taken prisoner of war and from North Africa was transported to Italy, finding himself at Camp 54, Fara Nel Sabina in 1943.News of the Armistice with Italy arrived on 8 September 1943 and three days later the prisoners were told they would need to make their own escapes. Formed into two parties they set out, Holtby made a more determined attempt than many of his comrades, carrying on alone where they others stopped however he was soon recaptured.Put on a train in October to be transported he seized the opportunity and filed the lock on the carriage door open. Jumping from the train he was able to escape again, this did not last long before he was recaptured for the final time. Not to be discouraged he waited until he was again being transported and leapt from the back of the truck carrying him, after so much time on the run the Allies had advanced well into Italy and Holtby was able to contact the American forces not long later.Returning to Britain after the war he was awarded his Efficiency Medal in April 1946 and settled at 71 Beaver Road, Beverley. He died at Hull on 15 June 1989.After his death an obituary was posted in the local newspaper which states:'A Modest Beverly war hero has died at the age of 67.Former soldier Mr Roy Holtby who won the Military Medal, escaped three times from prisoner-of-war camps during World War Two.On the last occasion [SIC] he helped others to safety when he filed open the carriage door of a train carrying troops.Mr Holtby, who was under age when he joined up, was among those evacuated from Dunkirk.After the War, he set up in busines [SIC] as a builder in his home town of Beverley, retiring six years ago because of ill-health.'The Green Howards Gazette of September 1989 further states:'The death took place on 16th June, 1898 of Mr Roy Holtby MM. He had suffered a heart condition for a few years. Roy joined the TA in Beverely prior to the war and served with the 5th Battalion, serving in France 1940 and was evacuated from Dunkirk. He served in the Middle East throughout the Desert Campaign until he was taken prisoner at Gazala ad was sent to Italy. He escaped twice from captivity [SIC] and on one occasion he was awarded the Military Medal. He eventually escaped to Switzerland [SIC] and eventually to England and stayed in England until demobilisation. He was a builder by trade and was very well known and respected by all his many friends.'Sold together with copied research.…
Family group:The exceptional and poignant Q.P.M. for Gallantry group of seven awarded to Sergeant 1st Class W. W. Riley, New South Wales Police, who was murdered by a deranged gunman he attempted to apprehend in the Sydney suburb of Toongabbie in September 1971Queen's Police Medal, for Gallantry, E.II.R. (William W. Riley, Sgt. Cl. 1, New South Wales Police); 1939-45 Star; Pacific Star; War Medal 1939-45; Australian Service Medal 1939-45, these four officially impressed 'NX. 90169 W. W. Riley'; Australian Service Medal 1945-75, clasp, S.W. Pacific; Police Exemplary Service Medal, E.II.R. (William R. Riley), the last officially inscribed on pre-prepared ground, together with his 'Returned from Active Service' badge, officially numbered '170866', assorted N.S.W. Police Force badges (4), and a metalled nameplate from his burial service, good very fine (7)The Great War campaign group of three awarded to his father, Sergeant C. U. Riley, Gordon Highlanders1914-15 Star (S. 4226 Sjt. C. W. Riley, Gord. Highrs.), note second initial; British War and Victory Medals (S. 4226 Sjt. C. U. Riley, Gord. Highrs.), minor contact wear, very fine or better (3)Q.P.M. London Gazette 25 May 1972:'The Queen has been pleased to award the Queen's Police Medal for Gallantry to the late Sergeant 1st Class William Watson Riley and the late Sergeant 3rd Class Maurice Raymond McDiarmid, both of the New South Wales Police Force, in recognition of their gallant conduct in the following circumstances:At a house in Toongabbie on 30 September 1971, Sergeants Riley and McDiarmid attempted to apprehend Ronald Desmond Clarke whom they knew to be armed and to have killed his brother and raped a woman. Sergeant McDiarmid forced an entry through the rear door of the house and Sergeant Riley gained an entry through the front door. Both policemen were armed with revolvers. In the events which followed three shots were fired by Clarke, two fatally wounding Sergeant Riley and the third inflicting grievous wounds to the head of Sergeant McDiarmid who died shortly afterwards. Neither officer fired his own revolver. Sergeant Riley and Sergeant McDiarmid both showed outstanding courage and devotion to duty and upheld the high traditions of the New South Wales Police Force.'William Watson Riley was born in Motherwell, Scotland on 22 February 1921, the son of Great War veteran Cecil Urquhart Riley. The family migrated to Australia when he was a child, and William was working as an orchardist when he enlisted in the Permanent Australian Military Forces (A.M.F.) in April 1940, aged 19.Having then served in the A.M.F. as a driver in the Australian Army Service Corps, he took his discharge in March 1942 and immediately re-enlisted in the Australian Imperial Force. Posted to the Guerilla Warfare School in Melbourne, he joined the 2/6th Independent Company (Commando) in May 1942. By the time of his discharge from 2/9th Australian General Hospital in December 1945, he had served for two years on active operations in Morotai and New Guinea.Riley next joined the New South Wales Police, attending the Sydney Metropolitan Training Depot before taking up traffic duties at Camperdown and Regent Street police stations. In May 1947 he qualified as a solo motor cyclist and in August 1949 as a motor driver. In November 1950 he received his first commendation when, off duty, he rendered valuable service in combatting a fire which occurred at the railway depot at Bowenfels.Advanced to Constable 1st Class in December 1952 and to Senior Constable in July 1958, he received another commendation in the summer of 1959, his service record stating:'Commended for the excellent work performed, under adverse conditions, during the search for Bryan Thomas Bullock and Anthony James Forster who escaped from Berrima Training Centre on 29 May 1959, and were recaptured by Police near Bigga on 3 June 1959.'For much of the coming decade Riley was employed on general duties - at Bathurst, Parramatta and Blackdown stations - and he received further advancement to Sergeant 3rd Class in March 1960 and to Sergeant 2nd Class in July 1967. He was also awarded his Police Exemplary Service Medal in September 1968.A 'blood bath'Of the above cited events in Toongabbie on 30 September 1971, numerous reports appeared in the Australian press. For it was indeed - as observed by an eyewitness to those events - a blood bath. There were four fatalities within a matter of hours.Riley and McDiarmid were serving at Blackdown Police Station at the time, when a distraught women rushed in and reported a shooting and her rape at 1 Mimosa Avenue. It was later ascertained that a heavily armed and desperate gunman, Ronald Clarke, aged 23, had earlier shot his brother there.Both officers were dispatched to the address in question, in order to investigate further, although it was believed the gunman had long since fled the scene. He hadn't. He was preparing to dispose of his brother's body when the two officers arrived. The offender ran to the rear of the house and McDiarmid did likewise, making a forced entry at the back door, before being fatally wounded from a shot delivered by Clarke. Riley, meanwhile, made a forced entry at the front door, only to be twice shot by Clarke with a .22 rifle, one bullet lodging in lodging in his spine and the other fracturing his skull. The wounds were fatal and he died instantly, but McDiarmid survived his wounds a little longer, dying in an ambulance on his way to Blackdown General Hospital.Clarke sped off in a getaway car but was tracked down by a pair of patrol officers in the suburb of Lurnea. They rammed the fugitive's vehicle off the road and one of the officers - on being threatened with a revolver - shot him dead.The tragic scene at 1 Mimosa Avenue was later described by a neighbour in a newspaper report:"I went around the back of the house and saw a policeman's bloody hand grasping the door," she said."It was horrible … I'll never forget it."Mrs. Roberts said that when she reached Constable McDiarmid, he was slummed in the doorway."He was sitting in the doorway with his face shot away.""He was still conscious but couldn't talk," she said."He kept pointing inside the house."When she went in, she found Sergeant Riley lying dead in the lounge room.In the bedroom, she found the body of Warren Clarke, wrapped up in sheets."The house was a blood bath from front to back," she said."I rushed out and stopped a bread delivery woman who went to contact the ambulance. Then I ran to a neighbour's house to tell her what had happened."Mrs. Roberts said she and her neighbour, Mrs. Dawn Harris, went back to the house and tried to help the dying constable until an ambulance arrived.'Both officers were buried with full police honours, as related in another newspaper report:"Blacktown came to a standstill yesterday to pay tribute to Sergeant William Riley and Senior Constable McDiarmid who were shot dead last week.A hush fell over the town and thousands of people lines the streets to watch the almost mile-long funeral cortege pass by.Others crowded windows and rooftops of buildings and the railway bridge along the route.Simultaneously, police lined up outside every police station in the State and observed two minutes silence in honour of their dead comrades … a joint funeral.'Both men were posthumously promoted and awarded the Queen's Police Medal for Gallantry, Riley to Sergeant 1st Class. He left a widow and two children.Sold with a file of comprehensive research, including numerous police, eyewitness and newspape…
The 'St. Pancras bombing 1941' B.E.M. awarded to Constable H. J. Smith, Police War Reserve, 'N' Division, Metropolitan Police who, whilst off duty, saw a women trapped in her home by a parachute mineFinding a ladder he climbed the crumbling, bomb damaged building, dug her free and pulled her to safety, all while the bombs continued around him, his original recommendation was for the George Medal, later downgradedBritish Empire Medal, Civil Division, G.VI.R. (Henry John Smith), officially engraved naming on a pre-prepared background, light edge wear, very fineB.E.M. London Gazette 12 September 1941, the original citation states:'A bomb damaged a building, the remains of which were liable to collapse. War Reserve Constable Smith obtained a ladder, climbed to the top of it and then hauled himself on to a balcony which went round to the first floor. He climbed through a window and entered a room where he found a woman buried up to the neck in rubble. He began to dig with his hands although debris was falling and further bombs were dropped in the neighbourhood. Smith eventually released the victim and carried her to safety.'Henry John Smith worked as a packer in civilian life and was living at 41 Goldington Buildings, St. Pancras during the Second World War. He volunteered for the Police War Reserve and was posted to 'N' Division, Metropolitan Police. The original recommendation for his award was for the George Medal however it was downgraded to the B.E.M., the text goes into further detail on the events of 17 April 1941:'On 17th April 1941 at about 3.15 a.m. a parachute mine fell in Pancras Square, Platt Street, N.W.1., causing widespread devastation to the surrounding property including a very large block of flats and the "Star" P.H. at the corner of Platt Street and Goldington Street.War Reserve Smith, who was off duty but lived in the vicinity had returned from assisting at another incident at St. Pancras Hospital when he saw a parachute mine descending in the vicinity of Somers Town Police Station. He immediately went towards Pancras Square and while on his way the mine exploded. On arriving at the scene he rendered assistance, in the course of which he rescued a pregnant woman, and then heard cries for help coming from the first floor of the public house.This building appeared to be in imminent danger of collapse and part of it had to be pulled down next day, but War Reserve obtained a ladder (which was too short) climbed to the top of it and then hauled himself on to a balcony which went round the first floor. He climbed through a window and entered a room where he found a woman buried up to the neck in rubble and debris. He began to extricate the woman with his hands although pieces of ceilings and brickwork were falling and further bombs were still coming down in the neighbourhood.The woman was eventually released and carried to the window. War Reserve Smith then shouted to another police officer to fetch a longer ladder and when this arrived he put the woman over his shoulder and descended to the ground. She had by this time fainted.With the assistance of the woman's brother-in-law he took her to a Rest Centre and then returned to the scene of the incident and rendered what further assistance he could until 5.15 a.m. when he returned home, cleaned himself and reported for duty at 5.45 a.m. at Somers Town Police Station.Although War Reserve Smith was due to parade for duty at 5.45 a.m. the same morning he voluntarily rendered assistance at various incidents during the night. He attended a major incident at St. Pancras Hospital and then generally assisted at Pancras Square, in the course of which he rescued the two women. It is likely that had it not been for the efforts of this War Reserve the second women would have been buried by debris.The conduct of War Reserve Smith, who was off duty, was meritorious and his conduct was of a very high order.The acting Superintendent of the Division recommends War Reserve Smith for an award or mention in the London Gazette. The Deputy Assistant Commissioner of the District considers his conduct worthy of high award and recommends the award of the George Medal.'Whilst impressive this recommendation does little to underline the danger of the situation and can be better outlined by the testimony of the witnesses, firstly the victim of the bomb, Mrs. Constance E Keevil, who states:'My house partially collapsed, and as I attempted to leave my office the door collapsed on me, pinning me in the corner with the door, by this time the ceiling and walls were collapsing on me, burying me in the debris up to my shoulders. I was completely helpless, and shouted for help; this was answered by a man's voice, telling me to wait; shortly afterwards a policeman entered my office through the balcony window, he started to clear the debris off me with his hands, repeatedly telling me to keep calm. All the time he was doing this masonry was falling in patches and was dangerous to us both. He eventually cleared me of the debris, took me to the window and shouted for someone to bring a longer ladder, still doing his best to keep me calm, which I might say was a great effort on his part. The raid was still very heavy; the next I remember was being thrown over the P.C.'s shoulder and carried down the ladder when I completely collapsed.'P.C. Richardson adds his verdict:'The air raid was still in progress and of a severe character; the public house was in a very bad condition and liable to collapse further.In my opinion The War Reserve acted with great promptitude and courage, and at great personal danger considering all the circumstances of the night.'Sold together with copied research.…
The 1960 C.B.E. group of four to Captain W. R. J. Redman, Royal Navy, who pre-war served as a Gunnery Specialist and later served as a member of the Ordnance Board and eventually became Chief Inspector of Naval OrdnanceThe Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, Military Division, Commander's (C.B.E.) neck Badge, silver-gilt and enamel; Defence and War Medals 1939-1945; Coronation 1953, the campaign medals mounted as worn, very fine or better (4)C.B.E. London Gazette 31 December 1960.William Richard Jeffries Redman was born on 27 October 1905 and joined the Royal Navy in September 1923 as a Naval Cadet (Special Entry). Promoted to Midshipman in 1924, he served on Royal Sovereign and Versatile and then went to the Royal Naval College at Greenwich in December 1926. Redman was promoted Lieutenant in 1928 and saw service on Venomous, Verity, Pembroke and Tiverton. In September 1931 he saw service at the Royal Naval College at Greenwich and later served at Excellent and carried out a qualifying course for specialism in Gunnery.He became an Instructor of Gunnery at the Royal Naval Gunnery School based at Chatham in July 1934 and, after a brief spell on Cairo, served at the Naval Ordnance Inspectorate at Woolwich as Assistant Inspector of Naval Ordnance and during his time there was promoted to Lieutenant Commander. By March 1940 he was based at Headquarters Chief Inspector of Naval Ordnance as Assistant to the Chief of Naval Ordnance and had reached the rank of Commander. In November 1943 he served at the Proof and Experimental Establishment based at Pendine, South-West Wales and served as the Deputy Superintendent.After the war, he served at the Proof and Experimental Establishment this time based at Inchterf as Deputy Superintendent in Charge before being sent to the Naval Ordnance Department Headquarters at Bath in June 1948 where he served as Assistant to the Director of Naval Ordnance. By November 1954 he was serving with the Ordnance Board having the responsibility for the Board's work on guns for all services (this shared with the Army). Redman was attached to the Chief Inspector of Naval Ordnance in June 1958 with the position of Deputy C.I.N.O. and became Chief Inspector in February 1962 a position he held until April 1966. He became Captain (Retired) and was re-employed as Naval Ordnance Inspecting Officer Group B, based at the Royal Ordnance Factory at Glascoed, South-East Wales, a position he held until August 1968. Redman later died at Bath in 1971.Sold together with an archive comprising:(i)Certificate for the C.B.E. in Central Chancery envelope.(ii)Garrard & Co. Ltd. case of issue for the C.B.E.(iii)Certificate for the Coronation 1953 medal.(iv)Officers Training Corps Certificate, Dover College dated "A" 18 July 1923.(v)Warrant for Promotion to Sub-Lieutenant dated 28 February 1928.(vi)Certificate for Instruction in Gunnery dated 30 September 1932.(vii)Results of Examinations Lieutenants "G" Qualifying 1932.(viii)Certificate for Member of the Institution of Engineering Inspection, dated 14 October 1959.(ix)Book: A History of the Order of the British Empire.(x)Statutes of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire 1957.(xi)Service of Dedication in St. Paul's Cathedral to celebrate the Jubilee of the Order, dated 24 May 1967.(xii)A large amount of correspondence to include details relating to his Investiture, numerous letters of congratulation from both Military and Civilian.(xiii)A large number of photographs, both professionally and amateurly shot to include one taken outside Buckingham Palace after his Investiture, together with a family album of photographs.(ix)A prize medal from H.M.S. Royal Sovereign (Arbuthnot Trophy Race. 1924. 8th Man Home.).(x)A copy of his record of service.A photocopy of the Official History of the Department of the Chief Inspector of Naval Ordnance.(xi)A quantity of assorted letters to his wife, housed in an attache case.(xii)A brass door plaque named (W. R. J. Redman R.N. No 1.)For his miniature dress Medals, please see Lot 444.…
An Edwardian flame mahogany two door cupboard, 69 x 51 x 18cm; together with a Continental set of hanging shelves, 64 x 58 x 14cm; a hardwood bank of eighteen drawers, 35 x 67 x 29cm; a hardwood bank of eight drawers, 25 x 44 x 21cm and a small chest of five drawers with turned pilasters, 27 x 47 x 15cm (5)
MANNER OF CHARLES BEVAN (BRITISH, 1815-1891) REFORMED GOTHIC BEDROOM SUITE; CIRCA 1870 Comprising of two dressing chests, wardrobe and washstand Ash wood, inlaid with parquetry and marquetry Wardrobe 217cm high, 194cm wide, 62cm deep First dressing chest: 173cm high, 132cm wide, 60cm deep Second dressing chest: 176cm high, 132cm wide, 56cm deep Washstand: 106cm high, 130cm wide, 62cm deepProvenance: Private Collection of Late 19th Century Design Furniture, Cadogan Square Condition Report: All items with marks, knocks, scratches, indentations, abrasions consistent with age and use, also, clear signs of age use in a domestic setting Overall there are knocks and losses to the edges and extremities, some dirt and discolouration to the surfaces, some of the handles are missing the finial point to the centre of them - overall would benefit from a clean and polish before use in a domestic setting with some restoration probably required to some elements The marble washstand with some scratches and marks to the marble, also an area of deeper gouges, there is a small bracket-spandrel in one drawer of the first dressing chest, the larger one for the kneehole is missing and not present at time of report The wardrobe hinges are slightly various, there is a later metal bar to act as the keeper for the lock to one door, some chips and losses around the doors, the wardrobe with slides and a later chromed metal hanging bar The surfaces of the dressing chair are dry and would benefit from a polish, some old water marks also, there is a section of veneer to the centre of the top that is missingPlease see additional images for visual reference to condition and appearance Condition Report Disclaimer
Y PHILIP WEBB (BRITISH, 1831-1915) ARTS & CRAFTS ARMOIRE; CIRCA 1875 Oak, inset with ebony panels 228cm high, 153cm wide, 70cm deepProvenance: Private Collection of Late 19th Century Design Furniture, Cadogan SquareSaleroom notice/Additional Provenance: This armoire was previously owned by George Howard, 9th Earl of Carlisle, Naworth Castle.Naworth Castle in Brampton, Cumberland, was the country home of George and Rosalind Howard. The castle originally dated from the 14th century, and from 1873-79 the Howards employed Webb to make alterations and enlargements that remained in keeping with the historic character of the building. From 1877 Webb was also the official architect to the Naworth Estate. Condition Report: Presents really well. In overall good condition. The lock and fixings work well, the piece appears very sound and solid. There are a few small shallow losses at the front edges and a few losses at the bottom corner of the left hand door. Minor knocks, scratches, indentations and discolouration/marks consistent with age and use. Two larger marks inside the unit (out of view), multiple hooks inside (no shelves) and a later added hanging rail and fixings One hook missing to the back - there is a shadow where this has previously satThe sides with brackets to hold shelves (probably the original configuration before the hanging rail and hooks added) Please see additional images for visual reference to condition and a view of the interior Condition Report Disclaimer
Y JOHANNES ANDERSEN (DANISH, 1903-1991) A 'HB20' SIDEBOARD; CIRCA 1965 Rosewood, four central drawers, flanked by a two-door cabinet on each side 85cm high, 50cm wide, 240cm longPlease note, Dreweatts has obtained Article 10 certificate for the sale of this item: 24GBA10F03GKN Condition Report: In very good, clean, recently restored condition. A few small lights dents and scratches, particularly around the drawers, from use. An inset piece of wood to the front right hand foot. A longer (restored) scratch beneath the left hand door of the right cupboard, a small knock to the top right hand door of the right cupboard. Lovely clean condition inside. Please see additional photos provided.Condition Report Disclaimer
CEES BRAAKMAN (DUTCH, 1917-1995) SIDEBOARD; MID 20TH CENTURY Beechwood, bentwood feet, red and black painted sliding laminated doors 'MEUBLES PASTOE BRUXELLES' and 'BB 5-3' manufacturer stamp to back 79cm high, 88cm wide, 30cm deep Condition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and useSome light marks and staining to some surfacesThe handle of the red door is loose, the screws appear to require tightening, the black doors handle is solid at time of report, both are running freely on the runners at time of report, some small dents and scratches to the painted doors Overall solid and stable Please see additional images for visual reference to condition Condition Report Disclaimer
GEORGE WALTON (1867-1933), ATTRIBUTED MANTEL TIMEPIECE, MADE BY GOODYERS, CIRCA 1900 Copper and enamel Stamped to reverse REGENT ST GOODYERS LONDON.W 23.5cm high, 41cm wide, 11.8cm deepPlease note this is a timepiece and not a clock Condition Report: Please note this doesn't strike and is best described as a 'timepiece' it has a basic movement with a cylinder escapement this is not working at time of report - the cylinder not maintaining power at time of report - there is a key to wind and adjust the handsThe copper case and rear door with dirt and discolouration The enamel dial is behind the fixed bezel and in good order, it has Arabic numerals and 15 minutes to the outer track The enamel panels appear in fair and presentable order Standing sturdily on its webbed feetPlease see additional images for visual reference to condition Condition Report Disclaimer
Y ART DECO (BRITISH) A HALL CLOCK; MID 20TH CENTURY Glass, chromed metal, burr fruitwood veneer stepped foot and trapezoid clock face, bone handle to back of clock face Movement stamped Made in England 160.5cm high, 35cm wide, 25.5cm deep Condition Report: The glass is in very good condition. The foot has one small split to the veneer and a small knock to the back edge, but presents well. The clock face has a few vertical splits to the veneer in line with the grain of the wood, the one on the left side has lifted/raised from the surface. The reverse with multiple small splits to the veneer, vertical, and horizontal on the door. We sell the clocks in Design sales based on their decorative merit only, but we have on this occasion had our clock specialist look at it, it is not currently working - but he feels it would just need a light service to get it working again.Condition Report Disclaimer
A SMALL WOODEN CHEST AND DOOR STOPPER 20TH CENTURY with metal hardware chest 20cm high, 27cmwide, 17cm deep, stopper 12cm high, 29cm wide, 9cm deep TOGETHER WITH two pairs of candlesticks 20TH CENTURY a turned wooden pair and metal pair on scroll legs wooden 60cm high, 15cm diameter, metal 37cm high, 16cm at base Provenance: Private Collection, Lancashire Estate Condition Report: PLEASE NOTE: ALL LOTS ARE LOCATED AT SACKVILLE WEST STORAGE IN ANDOVER (SP10 3SA) AND ARE NOT AVAILABLE TO VIEW.Doorstop and chest: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches overall commensurate with age, Some surface deposits to interiors of chest Unfinished wood to interiors of doorstop, please see images Candlesticks: In good condition overall due to lack of age Some patina to metal Wax deposits to topADDITIONAL IMAGES: Please 'Ask a Question' to request additional images for this lot.Condition Report Disclaimer
λ PIETER CORNELIS STEENHOUWER (DUTCH 1896-1972) PONY AND TRAPP IN A COBBLED STREET Oil on canvas Signed (lower left) 39 x 49cm (15¼ x 19¼ in.) Provenance: Private Collection, Lancashire Estate Measurements do not include the frame unless specified. Please note Dreweatts are not liable for damage to frames or mounts. Condition Report: Please Note: All Lots In This Auction Are Not Available To View Surface dirt and light scattered staining. Minor craquelure is present in a few areas, including to the white pigment to the left of the door in the lower right corner. Inspection under UV shows no evident signs of restoration or damage.High resolution images are available upon request, please contact the department directly at pictures@dreweatts.com PLEASE NOTE: ALL LOTS ARE LOCATED SACKVILLE WEST STORAGE IN ANDOVER SP10 3SA. Condition Report Disclaimer
▲ Terence Cuneo (1907-1996) The German surrender at Lüneburg Heath, 4 May 1945signed and dated 'CUNEO/FEBRUARY 1969' l.l., oil on canvas 101.5 x 126.5cm;together with a collection of correspondence relating to the picture between Mr Haworth, of James Haworth & Brother Ltd., and others, including the 1st Viscount Montgomery of Alamein;later correspondence between Mr John Haworth and David McCleave (qty.)Provenance: Mr Haworth;the David and Pam McCleave Collection of Modern British Art.This painting depicts a monumental moment in history, captured at the time with photographs. No official war artist was commissioned at the time, and Field Marshal Montgomery was said to be disappointed that there was nothing more substantial than a few photographs to portray this important meeting. He had mentioned this to Garfield Weston (director of Fortnum & Mason) who then discussed it with James Haworth in 1968. It was Haworth who suggested Terence Cuneo as just the artist to recreate the scene, as can be seen in the accompanying correspondence sold with this lot. Cuneo preferred to work from life drawings, but agreed to proceed with the commission and it is said that 'Monty' was delighted with the painting. Originally, Garfield Weston intended for the painting to be displayed in the restaurant of Fortnum & Mason, but the acquisition did not proceed as planned. Consequently, the painting stayed with the Haworth family until 2006, when it was acquired by David McCleave.Condition ReportFramed: 120 x 145cmSlight rubbing to the edges. On close inspection there is a little very fine cracking starting to emerge in the upper left. There appears to be a small spot of overpaint above the door in the upper left corner, please refer to illustration. This can also be seen under uv light. No other obvious retouching was seen under uv. Presents well overall.
JAGUAR MK 4 3.5 LITRE 1947 SALOON - one rear window with surround, and a front screen with surround, together with four door glasses; two Quarter lights (glass) with surrounds; four shock absorbers; one Clutch plate; one clutch housing; one water pump; one distributor (no cap); one engine fan; four spring shackles, a dynamo, and many other small engine parts.
Stained wood mantel clock, pagoda hood, arched gilt dial with silvered chapter ring, movement striking on five gongs, height 52cm.Condition report:Minor heat damage to top. Glass loose in door as top pieces of wooden support missing. Minor discolouration and lines to dial. Scratches and small hole to front. Scratches and minor discolouration to sides. Pendulum and key present. Please see additional uploaded images.
Edwardian inlaid mahogany china cabinet, inlaid ribbon and swag frieze, glazed single door enclosing two fixed shelves, width 60cm, depth 30cm, height 107cm.Condition report:Scratchea and staining to top. Scratches to sides. Mould to back. Discolouration around inlaid decoration. Centre thin wood line pulling away. Wood distorted around inside of lock. Modern screws to lock and keyhole. Rubbing to bottom where door closes. Please see additional uploaded images.
Late 19th century French gilt spelter and porcelain mantle clock, clyinder movement striking on a bell, 36cm, and a pair of associated blue celeste vases, on matching gilt plinths, the clock with ebonised base for a dome.Condition report:All three bases have scratches and / or cracks. There is discolouration to several areas of the gilt on the clock. It is also missing its back door and has cracks below the door. There is a similar crack to one side urn. One urn has two handles. The other urn has none. Most items are very unstable on their bases on in general. Please see additional uploaded images.
LED ZEPPELIN: Four LPs to include 'Led Zeppelin III' in pinwheel sleeve (K 50002, green/orange Atlantic labels), 'Untitled' (IV/Four Symbols) with printed inner (K 50008, green/orange Atlantic labels), 'Presence' in embossed sleeve with printed inner (Swan Song SSK 59402) and 'In Through The Out Door' in design D sleeve with brown paper bag outer sleeve and printed inner (Swan Song SSK 59410) (4, vinyl and sleeves generally EX)
Exquisite French Louis XV-style marquetry vitrine cabinet, crafted in a refined bombe form with elaborate ormolu mounts. This elegant display cabinet features a serpentine glass door and side panels, allowing for an unobstructed view of its mirrored interior and glass shelves, enhanced by an interior light for optimal illumination. The marquetry inlay showcases a striking contrast of exotic woods, complemented by gilt bronze appliques, including floral garlands, acanthus motifs, and cherubic figures. The top is adorned with a decorative gallery, while the lower section includes a single drawer with brass pulls and a lattice-patterned veneer. Standing on cabriole legs with ormolu sabots, this stunning cabinet seamlessly blends classical French design with Rococo-inspired opulence. Dimensions: 63 inches high, 24 inches long, and 16 inches wide.Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: See DescriptionCondition: Age related wear.
A French Louis XV-style walnut tabletop vitrine or display case from the late 20th century, featuring an elegantly shaped top inset with a glass panel. The shaped front apron is adorned with giltwood scrollwork and border details, enhancing its refined aesthetic. The table is further embellished with ormolu mounts—gilded bronze elements that highlight the intricate floral motifs and classical details—along its frame, legs, and apron. Additionally, brass-applied embellishments and garland swags add to its luxurious appeal. The vitrine is fitted with a fall-front door, providing access to the interior display space. Dimensions: 43"L x 26"W x 20"H.Dimensions: See DescriptionCondition: Age related wear.
A 19th Century Polyphon. Housed in a walnut veneer case, pierced spandrels above a glazed door flanked by wooden columns, 93cm x 69cm x 39cm. Vertical double comb, coin shoots to both sides along with the winding handle. The Polyphon appears to be in good working and comes with 17 discs.The decorative metal fittings for the coin shoots, along with one of the pierced spandrels, have been removed. These are found in the lower drawer of the Polyphon and can be re-fitted.
1969 Daimler Sovereign, 4235cc petrol, 4-door saloon, reg. no. WRC 455G, finished in brown with a leather interior. Ripe for restoration, this gargantuan Daimler saloon has been dry stored for the last 4 decades, last taxed and MOT'd in 1985 it is a very complete car and has covered an indicated 63,000 miles (believed genuine). It is supplied with an old style V5, handbook and old MOT's. (Subject to 12% buyers' premium inclusive of VAT).
1934 Austin Seven RP two door saloon, reg. no. BEV 520, chassis no. 193145This lovely example of the enduringly popular Austin Seven has been owned by the vendor since 2009. He is a true Austin Seven enthusiast, having grown up with one and having personally owned several of them since the age of sixteen (he is now in his eighties!). The condition of the car is a tribute to his enthusiasm and knowledge of the marque. It is painted to a high standard with dark blue sides, black roof, bonnet and wings, and pleasingly retains its original black leather interior, which has a lovely patina. It runs very sweetly and is only being sold due the owner's advancing years. He bought it in 2012, having been previously well restored, including an engine overhaul. It is supplied with a history file including restoration bills from Marque specialists, old MOTs, V5 document, old photographs of the car before being restored and a bill of sale from 1955 from a gentleman in Alphamstone, Bures, Suffolk for the sum of £50, a handbook and related ephemera. (Subject to 12% buyers' premium inclusive of VAT).
2005 Skoda Fabia 1.4 Ambiente 16v 100, 5 door hatchback, reg. no. AE55 KFC, finished in grey with a cloth interior. This little run around has covered approximately 93,000 miles. It was last serviced 12/12/24 at 92,329 miles and has MOT until 28th February 2026. It comes complete with handbook pack, V5 and two sets of keys. (Subject to 12% buyers' premium inclusive of VAT).
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