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A GEORGE III MAHOGANY BAROMETER BY ANGELO CARIOLIthe silvered dial with a thermometer above, the case inlaid with shell and floral patera with a broken arch pediment and urn finial, 98cm high x 25cm wide

A MINTON MAJOLICA CHESTNUT DISH the circular body with scrolled handle and open chestnut finial on leaves forming a half-cover, decorated in green, turquoise and brown, 16cm high x 25cm diameter, impressed mark and number 594 to base, with a pierced brass circular hot plate to wellProvenance: A private North Devon collector.

SIR JOHN BARROW, 1st BARONET INTEREST: A stunning Creswick & Co (Thomas, James & Nathaniel Creswick) silver five sconce candelabrum awarded to Sir John Barrow on his retirement after 40 years service as Secretary to the Admiralty and 50 years' service. The candelabrum stands 75.5cm high to the tip of the central flame finial insert, with scrolled foliate and floral form and relief throughout. The base is engraved with scene of a sailing vessel in an Arctic scene with walruses (possibly Greenland) beside a coat of arms. It is also engraved with a presentation: "To Sir John Barrow Baronet L.L.D. F.R.S. & c on his retirement from office after a period of forty years service as Secretary of the Admiralty and of fifty years altogether in the service of his Country by the officers who have been employed on the Arctic Expeditions by sea and land as a sincere testimony of their personal esteem and of the sense they entertain of the talent, zeal and energy evinced by him in the promotion of Arctic discovery; presented on behalf of the officers by a committee consisting of Sir Wm. Edward Parry, Sir John Franklin, Sir James Clark Ross, Sir George Back (Captains). London, 28th January 1845". Hallmark date Sheffield 1844. Housed within a bespoke-made shipping trunk with remnants of wax seals and labels including 'Hampton Court', with his name engraved to the front plaque. Sir John Barrow, 1st Baronet (1764–1848), was a British explorer, geographer, and long-serving Secretary to the Admiralty. He played a crucial role in supporting and organizing British naval expeditions, particularly those focused on Arctic exploration, and worked closely with notable explorers like Sir John Franklin. Barrow authored several works, including Travels in China (1804), and helped shape public understanding of geography. Created a baronet in 1806 for his contributions, he remained influential in the field of exploration and public life until his death in 1848.

A Victorian James Dixon & Sons plated 'Self-Pouring Teapot', the domed lid with turned wood finial above an ovoid body with engraved decoration, flanked by two reeded handles and a spout, on a circular foot, height 29cm, together with a late 19th century Elkington & Co plated jug, the hinged lid with hinged pouring flap above a tapering cylindrical body with gadrooned rim, crest engraved with a lion rampant within a garter surmounted by a crown, flanked by a scroll handle, on a gadrooned base, height 31cm.

A George IV silver teapot of squat baluster form, the hinged lid with flower finial within a shaped rim above a lobed body, chased and embossed with flowers and leaves, flanked by a foliate spout and handle, raised on cast foliate feet, London 1828 by Rebecca Emes & Edward Barnard I, weight 1016.6g, height 22cm. Note: a non-transferrable ivory exemption certificate has been granted for the sale of this item.

A pair of Edward VIII silver café-au-lait pots, each of oval baluster form with hinged lid and knop finial, on an oval stepped foot, Sheffield 1936 by Atkin Brothers, total weight 1210g, height 19.5cm.

An early Victorian silver baluster hot water pot, the hinged lid with recumbent greyhound finial, the body chased with flowers and 'C' scroll vacant cartouche, flanked by a foliate handle and spout, on cast scroll feet, London 1846 by Richard Pearce & George Burrows, weight 908.8g, height 23.5cm. Note: a non-transferrable ivory exemption certificate has been granted for the sale of this item.

A Victorian gold mounted pendant compass, the compass pointer designed as a bee, the reverse mounted with an octagonal cornelian, unmarked, weight 8.1g, length 2.8cm, a diamond stickpin, the finial in a circular openwork design, unmarked, diameter of finial 1.1cm, and a Georgian faceted black gem set brooch.

A gold fox head stickpin, total weight 3.8g, width of finial 1cm, with a case, detailed ‘Collingwood (Jewellers) Ltd…’, a gold and enamelled naval pennant flag stickpin, a gold and cultured pearl stickpin, with a case, and a gilt metal and Essex crystal stickpin, decorated with a racehorse and jockey, diameter of terminal 1.4cm.

A rare pair of George I silver casters, each domed cover pierced with four harlequins and foliate scrolls beneath a turned knop finial, the baluster body engraved with a lion head crest above a girdle and circular foot, London 1725 by Samuel Lea, total weight 324.8g, height 15.5cm.

An Edwardian silver teapot with gadrooned decoration, ebonised handle and wooden finial (by Thomas Hayes, Birmingham 1900), 28.5 cm x 14 cm, 18.6 oz

A box containing a collection of various Chinese and other porcelain including a famille-rose ginger jar with concentric rings mark to base, 13 cm high, a polychrome pheasant decorated ginger jar bearing six character mark to base, 10 cm high, another similar ginger jar with figural decoration, bearing four character mark to base, 9.5 cm high (no lids), a Chinese famille-rose bullet-shaped teapot and cover, 10 cm high, two Chinese famille-rose saucers decorated with jungle fowl, 11 cm diameter, a Chinese "fish" dish, 28 cm x 25 cm and a Japanese blue and white boat-shaped vase decorated with birds flying above waves, 23.5 cm long CONDITION REPORTS Ginger jar with concentric rings - has firing faults, no lid, hairline crack running from the top across the shoulder, some loses to the enamel. Jar with six character mark - in need of a clean and no lid. Ginger jar with four character mark - no lid, some light surface scratching, firing faults, discolouration to the interior. Bullet shaped teapot - spout has been broken and badly repaired, the main body has a large hairline crack, discoloured, the handle has been broken although possibly not off. Hairline crack at the top of the handle. The lid has significant loss of the glaze to the finial. Wear to the enamel decoration throughout, firing faults etc. One of the famille rose saucers has a large chip plus at least five hairline cracks and significant wear to the enamel decoration. The other has some small chips to the edge and wear to the enamel decoration. The fish dish has some small chips to the edge including to the underside of one fin, firing faults. Boat shaped vase has crack firing fault to the outside edge as well as various firing faults throughout including to the cracks to the interior. All items have general wear and tear to include firing faults, some light surface scratching etc and are in need of a good clean - see images for more details

A 19th Century Chinese blue and white teapot of rectangular tapered form, decorated with "Woman seated alone beneath a tree, with fence in background" and "Two women in a garden setting"verso, bears six character Kangxi mark to base, 11 cm high CONDITION REPORTS The lid has some roughness to the finial/handle. There is a hairline crack to the inside internal rim. Some minor scratching to the exterior, firing faults, in need of good clean, general wear and tear - see images for more details

A 19th Century carved giltwood and gesso framed girandole wall mirror, the central convex plate within an ebonised slip and lotus leaf and bead work decorated frame and surmounted by an acanthus and flower head finial, over a similarly decorated base with two acanthus decorated sconces, 64 cm wide x 89 cm high

A George V silver tea caddy of shaped form, the hinged lid with stylised flower head finial (by William Hutton & Sons Ltd, Birmingham 1914), 10 cm high, 9 oz

A 19th Century Indian Mughal warrior's rosewood handled iron axe, with shaped blade and engraved brass metal finial, approx 76 cm long, together with a horn handled ebonised evening cane with silver ferrule inscribed "Mrs Turiss Lindfield", a malacca cane with antler handle and another rustic cane or club

A vintage Gurkha kukri with typical curved blade and carved bone handle with brass finial housed in a pierced white metal mounted and embossed velvet covered scabbard with two skinning knives, 50 cm long together with another Indian ebony handled dagger with curved steel blade in an embossed brass covered scabbard, 36 cm long over all

An Edwardian silver caddy spoon, George and Dragon finial, London 1902; a silver tea strainer, Deakin & Francis, Birmingham 1930; another, Sheffield 1909, 133g; a Dutch silver spoon, 27g (4) [160g in total]

A Royal Crown Derby Imari 1128 pattern table vesta and cover as a cloche, the domed cover with knop finial, solid gold band, 6.5cm, printed mark in red, first quality; an 1128 pattern shaped rectangular dish, solid gold band, 16.5cm wide, second quality (2)

An Elizabeth II silver pear shaped sugar caster, pierced bell shaped cover, knop finial, domed foot, 18cm high, Cooper Brothers & Sons Ltd., Birmingham 1974, 162g

Staffordshire Majolica small Stilton bell with cow finial and leaf decoration. 20.5cm high approx. (B.P. 21% + VAT) No obvious damage.

An Edwardian pepper pot, of bellied form with a flame finial, raised on three hoof feet, Birmingham 1909, and another, 2.26oz. (2)

A late 19th century ebonised and ormolu mounted French carousel cigar merry-go-round, the top finial twisting to reveal fitted interior and music, height 30cm.Condition Report: This item appears to be complete and functioning.

JAMES DIXON & SONS LTD; a George V hallmarked silver tea caddy of square form, surmounted with acorn finial, Sheffield 1923, height approx 14.5cm, top 12 x 12cm, approx 26ozt/812g.

Worcester-style vase, amphora form supported by swan tripod pedestal, lobed base, unmarked, 16.5cm; a Staffordshire pottery bachelor's teaset; and a Limoges porcelain painted coffee pot, decorated with daffodils, factory marks, 24cm.Qty: 5Condition report:Loss of gilding to all items. Crazing to teapot and milk jug. Minor scratch and pink mark to coffee pot. Rim on coffee pot has also been repaired, and finial on lid missing. Please see additional uploaded images.

Silver teapot and sugar bowl, Martin, Hall & Co, London 1880 and 1883, the teapot with sbonise handle and finial, 12cm, total gross weight 19.6ozt.Qty: 2

Japanese Satsuma jar and cover, dragon handles and finial, painted decoration of figures, painted mark, 16cm, and two similar cups and saucers.Qty: 5

CATALOGUE AMENDMENT - French SPELTER and porcelain three-piece clock garniture, classical urn finial to the clock case, painted figural panels, the garniture urn form with griffin handles, one porcelain body as found, overall height 43cm.Condition report:We believe the metal is spelter. Please see additional uploaded images.

Two Dryad Arts Metal Works Arts & Crafts silver spoons, an Arts & Crafts silver spoon, Collins & Co, Birmingham 1911, stamped Dryad, marked LGC possibly for Leicester Golf Club, winged cherub head to finial; and another similar, Dryad Metal Works, Birmingham 1934, with Jubilee mark; total weight 1.3oz.Qty: 2

ASSORTED 19TH CENTURY METALWARE, including circular copper kettle with acorn finial, copper helmet shaped coal scuttle, brass milk skimmer, deep copper saucepan with steel handle, large brass and copper ale jug, etc.Provenance: deceased estate Denbighshire

GEORGE V SILVER THREE-PIECE TEA SERVICE, oval panelled form, monogrammed 'C', teapot with polished wood handle and finial, Barker Brothers Silver Ltd., Birmingham 1934, 32ozt gross, with an associated silver spoonProvenance: private collection Conwy

REGENCY COPPER SAMOVAR, waisted body with ornate scroll handles, brass tap, cover with floral finial, 40cms (h); and pair of plated figures of fighting cockerels, 26cms (h)Provenance: private collection Gwynedd

Hutchinson, Retford, an oak longcase clock, having a thirty-hour duration movement striking the hours on a bell, with the painted twelve-inch break-arch dial having black Roman numerals, a date aperture, decorative blued-steel hands with painted decoration to the four corners and a bird depicted within the arch, signed to the centre Hutchinson, Retford, the oak case with mahogany cross-banding, fluted quarter columns to the trunk, fluted columns to the hood with swan-neck pediment surmounted by brass finials, height 218cm including finial. Notes: William Hutchinson is recorded as working in Retford, Nottinghamshire from circa 1776 until after 1798.Reference: Harold H. Mather, Clock and Watch Makers of Nottinghamshire, Pub: Friends of Nottingham Museums 1979. 

A Spode 'New Stone' chinoiserie part dessert service, early 19th century transfer printed in the Chinese famille rose style with flowering shrubs, sprays and blue rockwork, pattern 2148, impressed marks, comprising: twenty-three plates, a shell-shaped dish and two pedestal tureens and covers with butterfly handles and finials [one with loss to finial and one handle, the other with minor rim crack to cover] 26.

A mixed lot of early 19th century English porcelain comprising a set of six Barr, Flight & Barr Worcester coffee cans; a basket with apple green ground rim; a similar milk jug; a Chamberlains Worcester spill vase [restoration to rim] and one other; and a Spode 967 Imari pattern sucrier and cover [minor firing cracks to base, finial restored] 11.

Four various modern tea caddies; comprising two octagonal thuya wood examples, 13 and 9cm high respectively; a satinwood example with faceted knob finial, 13cm high; and a stained hardwood example, with twin subsidiary maple covers within, 18.5cm wide; a Regency mahogany sarcophagus tea caddy, circa 1815, 15cm high; and a Victorian walnut and marquetry writing slope, circa 1870, 15cm high, 32cm wide

A Regency oak sewing stand, early 19th century; the Campana urn finial with pin cushion, above three graduated and revolving circular tiers all with bone spindles for bobbins; on a box base with ogee sides and a drawer to the front; 30.5cm high, 28cm wide

A First Period Worcester tea canister and cover with bud finial, the scale blue ground reserved with panels of fancy birds and insects within gilt rococo borders, blue fret mark, circa 1770, 16.5cm [small chip to rim of cover].A SINGLE-OWNER COLLECTION OF 18TH CENTURY WORCESTER AND OTHER ENGLISH PORCELAIN - Lots 123 - 143

A large Japanese Meiji period Satsuma lidded vessel. The bulbous body decorated with a temple between plum blossom trees, Satsuma mark to the base. Height 30.5cm, with lid, the finial in the shape of a hollow sack.

Late 18th/early 19th century Canton porcelain cider jug with Foo dog finial 18.5cm high

A Collection of Various 19th Century Ceramics to Comprise H&R Daniel Type Green Ground Teapot and Cover (C.1830-32) of 'Shell Variation B' form with a Dragon Spout and Raised on Four Shell Feet and Rose Finial, Hand Painted Plate with Central Hand Painted Bird Decoration Having Burgundy Inset Trim, a Hand Painted Cup with Floral and Bird Cartouches, a Royal Vienna Cup etc (Various Condition)

A Japanese-style large ceramic vase of six-sided form, having temple-dog finial to the cover, & with bright-coloured figure scene & floral decoration, 126cm high.

The carving with incised abstract motifs, the top finial with two opposing heads, clan motifs, and geometric designs; with burnished red brown patina. L:109cm Very good. With burnish brown patina. From a Maryland, USA private collection. Prior with a New Zealand collection.

A 20th Century mahogany and giltwood decanter/wine carrier, in the Empire taste, with carved acorn finial raised on turned column, the four division base with brass swing handles to each side, raised on brass bun feet, 49cms high.

Marti Cie: a 19th Century ormolu mounted and ebonised boulle style 8-day mantel clock, with two train eight day movement with impressed makers mark, and gilt roman dial with ceramic hour markers, the ‘balloon’ shaped case with foliate and swag finial and mounted decoration, with pendulum, 37.5cms high.

A collection of Victorian and later silver plate, including: a Walker & Hall four piece tea and coffee set, with gadrooned borders, the hot water pot 20cms high; a Victorian teapot, with flower head finial, 29cms wide; an electroplated Britannia metal teapot, and other items included. (16)

A Clarice Cliff ‘Bizarre’ preserve pot, with fruiting bough finial on black ground, banded with orange, yellow, and black, maker’s mark to base, 8cms.

A contemporary Chinese bookmark having a brass and enamelled openwork finial depicting pandas and bamboo in a fitted box. L.15.5cm (box)

A 20th century Chinese Yixing Zisha clay 'Dragon Carp' teapot having a moulded lid with a cloud finial and a loose figural dragon's head dropping forward to extend further with a loose extending tongue when tilted, the globular body being carved with a five claw Imperial dragon chasing the flaming pearl with impressed three character maker's marks to the underside of the lid in the manner of Huang Yulin. H.9.5 W.16.5cm

A 19th century mahogany toilet mirror having a shield shaped plate in a crossbanded frame with a cup and cover finial and a swing action on carved scrolling supports above two satinwood inlaid bow fronted frieze drawers raised on ogee bracket supports. H.58cm

A box of Noritake dinnerwares in the 'Legendary' pattern. To include oval serving plates, cups and saucers, bowls and tureen. Chip to the finial of the tureen, chips to the rims of some plates, gilt edge wearing.

DEAKIN & FRANCIS; a George V hallmarked silver table lighter modelled as an antique lamp, with serpent handle and detachable finial, Birmingham 1925, length 11cm, approx 2.95ozt/92.2g.

A George V hallmarked silver teapot of panelled oval form, with ebonised handle and finial, Birmingham 1922, length 25.5cm, approx 15.56ozt/483.9g.

ROBERTS & BELK; an Elizabeth II hallmarked silver four piece tea set, with stained wooden handle and finial to hot water pot and teapot, Sheffield 1969/70, height of hot water pot 21.75cm, combined approx 63.36ozt/1970.6g (4).

A cased viola, label to interior reads ‘CHR Aug Hammig violin u cellofabrikant, Markneukirchen’, back 39cm. Condition - fair Light surface scratches top and bottom; some wear to varnish at underside; tailpiece is a plastic replacement; wear to underside of neck; one tuning peg replaced, one peg missing inset mother of pearl finial; no repairs or worm seen. Case cover with a split; and other faults.

A BOX OF ASSORTED SILVER ITEMS, to include a silver floral embossed cup, hallmarked 'Robert Pringle & Sons' London 1901, a small trophy cup engraved hallmarked Sheffield, another trophy cup free from plinth, hallmarked Birmingham, four silver napkin rings each hallmarked, an AF silver ashtray hallmarked Chester, a tea strainer with stand both pieces hallmarked Birmingham, a silver shovel shape spoon hallmarked Exeter, a single Old English pattern teaspoon hallmarked Birmingham, a round glass condiment jar with silver berry finial cover and a silver spoon, approximate gross weight of silver 15.0 ozt, 467.0 grams, together with a silver handled button hook and a white metal trophy cup stamped 'Silver'

A MOORCROFT POTTERY 'ANEMONE' PATTERN COVERED BOWL, tube lined with pink and purple anemones on a cobalt blue ground, impressed and painted marks to base and underside of cover, diameter 14cm x height 8.5cm - to top of finial (1) (Condition Report: appears ok, a little crazing, would benefit from a clean)

This limited edition Moorcroft and Bronte bone china box, designed by J. Bishop, showcases masterful craftsmanship and intricate artistry. The piece features a sculpted finial in the form of a gracefully curved Hesperian Carp, its body elegantly arched with detailed scales and flowing fins. The fish is finished in a captivating blend of purples, pinks, and blues, creating a striking visual effect that enhances its lifelike quality. The box is adorned with hand-painted fan-shaped coral motifs in shades of lavender, yellow, and deep blue. The delicate floral-inspired pattern is reminiscent of Art Nouveau influences, with fluid, organic forms enhancing the box's aesthetic appeal. A gold-trimmed hinged lid seamlessly integrates into the design, adding an element of refinement. This collector's piece is a testament to the celebrated craftsmanship of Moorcroft and Bronte, blending sculptural artistry with detailed enamel work. This item is part of a limited edition release and is accompanied by its original Moorcroft presentation box and a Certificate of Authenticity, confirming its place in an exclusive collection.Artist: J. BishopIssued: 2002Dimensions: 3.75"HCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.

A unique collaboration between Moorcroft and Bronte, this finely detailed bonbonniere box was designed by Henry Sandon. The hand-painted Moorcroft enamel base showcases a serene river scene with otters at play, rendered in soft blue and green hues. The gold-rimmed hinged lid features a finely sculpted otter finial, crafted by Bronte, depicting the animal perched on a riverbank with a freshly caught fish. This collectible piece comes with its original presentation box and Certificate of Authenticity.Artist: Henry SandonIssued: 2004Dimensions: 3.5"HCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.

A striking Cristal Benito cobalt cut-to-clear crystal and gilt bronze caviar centerpiece casket, designed by renowned artisan Mario Benito. This exceptional piece features an intricate starburst pattern with circular cobalt blue accents, exemplifying the luxurious craftsmanship associated with Cristal Benito. The hinged lid, adorned with a delicate chain for support, opens to reveal a refined interior, while the entire structure is elevated on an elaborate gilt bronze base, decorated with finely detailed dolphin motifs. The lid is crowned with a regal pinecone-shaped finial, adding a grand and opulent touch. The mark "Cristal Benito" is found on the interior, confirming its authenticity. Cristal Benito, a prestigious French crystal house, is known for its dedication to hand-cut crystal and exquisite metalwork, making this piece a collector's treasure. Likely dating to the 20th century, this stunning casket embodies both traditional artistry and modern refinement.Artist: Mario BenitoIssued: 20th centuryDimensions: 19"HCountry of Origin: FranceCondition: Age related wear.