A tea urn, D. Maria I, Queen of Portugal (1777-1816), 833/1000 silver, engraved meander frieze, cover finial, handle support, tap and flame cover en relief "Lying lion", "Lion's jaws biting ring", "Bird's head" and "Eagle biting snake", turned ivory tap finial, gadonned columns with zoomorphic feet, square base with four "ball" feet, Portuguese, small bruises, Porto assay mark (1810-1830), maker's mark attributable to António Pereira Soares (1797-1825). Notes: vd. ALMEIDA, Fernando; CARLOS, Rita - "Inventário de Marcas de Pratas Portuguesas e Brasileiras - Século XV a 1887". Lisbon: IN-CM, 2018, P-27 and P-167.; and SOUSA, Gonçalo de Vasconcelos and - "Dicionário de ourives e lavrantes da prata do Porto, 1750-1825". Porto: Civilization Publisher, 2005, pp. 509-510. a) This lot is subject to CITES export/import restrictions and is duly certified: No. 24PTLX11563C; b) The import of goods incorporating materials from protected species of wild fauna and flora, including, among others, ivory, coral and tortoiseshell, is currently prohibited by several countries; c) In Portugal, in accordance with the planned transposition into national legislation of the most recent EU guidelines on the ivory trade, the issuing of re-export certificates to non-EU countries is suspended; d) In this context, potential buyers are advised to inform themselves in advance about the legislation of their country and applicable international restrictions., Dim. - 49 cm; Peso - 5.062 g.
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A VICTORIAN SLIDE ACTION PENCIL, A GOLD BAR BROOCH AND FURTHER JEWELLERY (19)The pencil fitted with a foil backed amethyst to the finial, the gold brooch mounted with a garnet between two seed pearls with a case, also 13 brooches, a cuff bangle, a pair of filigree earrings, a filigree pendant necklace and a pair of silver cufflinks
A FRENCH GILT METAL AND PATINATED MANTEL CLOCKBy Achille Brocot, Circa 1870The case surmounted by a fruit-filled finial and four further flame finials, above a stepped pediment supported by a pair of column uprights decorated in the Renaissance style, with 3 1/2in silvered dial and blued steel spade hands, on a stepped base and wavy plinth, the drum-shaped movement with Brocot’s trademark stamp number 6740 163, striking on a gong40cm highCONDITION REPORTWith pendulum and steel winding key.The case is in good condition. It would benefit from a clean. The movement appears clean and recently serviced and would seem capable of functioning, but is not tested.
A 19th century dial barometer The silvered circular dial signed 'Manticha & Co London' beneath a thermometer, the case with a break-arch pediment around a central urn finial with decorative inlay.25cm wide x 97cm highQty: 1Minor marks overall due to age and use. Some oxidisation to the silvered dial, particularly to the section of the thermometer. The mercury workings in need of overhaul.
An 18th century longcase clock by Thomas Utting of Yarmouth The chinoiserie lacquered case decorated with pierced red silk back fretwork to the top of the hood, the hood with gilt ball finials and all standing on bracket feet, the silvered Roman chapter ring containing a second indicator and date aperture, all surrounded by cast chased and engraved spandrels, the movement striking the hours on a bell.50cm wide x 24cm deep x 222cm high overallQty: 1Minor marks, dents and scratches overall due to age and use, signs of more recent restoration to the case, a 2cm square section of loss to the centre of the door, the blued hands with some signs of rusting, the movement clean and seemingly in good condition but not guaranteed working, some signs of old woodworm to the pilaster columns to the back of the hood, one ball finial in need of reattachment but present, the clock complete with two weights and a pendulum.
An early 19th century Continental hoop and spike wall clock With a pewter dial and cast pewter spandrels. The birdcage movement striking the hours with a count wheel on a bell.98cm high overallQty: 1The clock seemingly complete. In as found condition. Lacking weight and with an associated pendulum. The bracket in reasonable condition. Some repair needed to a turned finial.
Meissen porcelain tea caddy The caddy of tapering form, decorated with moulded green painted leaves, underglaze blue mark to the base, with white metal mounts.15cm highQty: 1Metal mounts might be later additions. Finial/lid is damaged and restored. Areas of glue to the foot rim, possibly where silver mounts have been applied. Possible restoration also. Some scratches and wear to the gilt painted decoration.
A small group of classical-style ornaments and others To include two terracotta oil lamps; a further brass roman-style tiple oil lamp; two small vases; two cast-plaster female terms; a bronze Caryatid figure with a flame finial; and two carved lion ornaments after the original monument at Waterloo.The larger lion 16cm wide. The Caryatid figure 35cm high.Qty: 10Minor marks and scratches overall. The plaster terms with losses and repair. Some slight oxidisation to the metal items.
A super king size bed base by And So To Bed The grey-painted bed in the French style with outset columns and turned finials.197cm wide x 219cm long x 140cm highQty: 1In generally good condition with minor marks due to use. The tip of one finial lacking. Some discolouration of the paintwork. The bed complete with sprung base, no matress.
A Geo III stick barometer by Thomas Roncheti The mahogany cased barometer with acorn finial to the broken arch pediment, the silvered dial with thermometer and signed Thomas Rocheti, Dukes Head, Bow Street, Bloomsbury.13cm wide x 98cm highIn good condition, the tube probably replaced and the dial re-silvered, the cistern cover a little loose and in need of some minor attention.
A wheel barometer The mahogany case with a break-arch pediment surmounted by an acorn finial, with silvered dials to the hydrometer, thermometer, barometer, and level, the level signed 'Sweet of London', the main dial decoratively engraved with an eagle seated in a tree branch, above the dial a Roman dial and sedan chair-type movement signed 'Graham of London' and numbered '1181'.32cm wide x 106cm highQty: 1The case in generally good condition with minor marks, dents, and scratches due to age and use. The thermometer a possible replacement, with some signs of repair. The timepiece glass cover is cracked. The minute hand in need of repair. Some damage to the dial. The movement complete but not guaranteed working. The workings for the barometer in good restored condition. The glass cover to the level lacking.
GEORGE GIBBS A .461 (GIBBS NO.1) MARTINI-ACTION SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 18128, for 1893, 28in. barrel, standing notch rear sight, with two folding leaf sights marked for 200 and 300 yards and with white metal inlaid sight lines, ramped bead fore-sight with tunnel protector, the breech-end engraved 'METFORD. 1839. GEORGE GIBBS. 39. CORN ST. BRISTOL. CHAMBERED FOR GIBBS NO.1 CASE.', Martini-type action, manual side safety, border and acanthus scroll engraving, retaining much renewed colour-hardening and finish, 14in. pistolgrip stock with cheekpiece, pistolgrip-cap with trap, chequered steel buttplate with central trap, sling eyes, fore-end with engraved finial, weight 7lb. 15oz. Sold as an exempt item under Section 58 (2) of the 1968 Firearms Act, to be held as a curiosity or ornament
W. W. GREENER A 12-BORE 1881 PATENT SELF-ACTING EJECTOR GUN, serial no. 40143, for 1892, 30 1/8in. Greener trade mark steel nitro reproved barrels (in 2024), the rib engraved 'W.W. GREENER. 68 HAYMARKET. LONDON. ST. MARY'S SQUARE. BIRMINGHAM. DEPOT UNIQUE. 8 AVENUE DE L'OPERA PARIS. WINNER AT THE LONDON GUN TRIALS. 1875. 1877. 1878 & 1879.' and 'PATENT WEDGE FAST', the breech ends with fine floral and acanthus scroll detailing, 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. imp. cyl. and full choke, scroll-back treble-grip action incorporating Greener patent 2003 of 1881, use number 2150, carved serpentine fences, manual side-safety with gold-inlaid 'SAFE' detail, best fine acanthus scroll engraving with floral details, retaining very slight traces of original colour-hardening, 13 5/8in. well-figured stock (light damage at hand to the left side) with diamond grip, horn drop points and ornate bordering to the chequering, 5/8in. recoil pad, the underside with a screw (possibly plugging a sling swivel hole), the fore-end with Deeley & Edge patent release and horn finial, weight 6lb. 11oz. S2 - Sold as a Section 2 Firearm under the 1968 Firearms Act * Please note this item is subject to 5% VAT on the hammer price (UK Buyers only).
HOLLAND & HOLLAND A .22 HORNET JOHN THOMAS 1871 PATENT SINGLE-BARRELLED TOPLEVER HAMMER ROOK RIFLE, serial no. 9565, circa 1880, 26in. nitro reproved octagonal barrel (Parkerifled from .295 rook and Birmingham proofed in 1955), wave cut top flat, open sights with folding leaf sight with white metal inlaid sight lines and marked '50' and '100', block-mounted bead fore-sight with second dovetail insert in front, the sides of the barrel engraved 'HOLLAND & HOLLAND. 98. NEW BOND ST. LONDON.' and '.295 SEMI SMOOTH BORE', Thomas patent barrel-locking action, modification of patent no. 3091 of 15th November 1871, with ornately carved percussion fence, slender toplever, side-mounted extractor bar with non-selective ejector, rebounding back-action lock, border and acanthus scroll engraving, the lockplate signed 'HOLLAND & HOLLAND', traces of colour-hardening, 14 5/8in. pistolgrip stock with engraved steel pistolgrip-cap, steel buttplate and mounted at the hand with a Lyman folding adjustable peepsight, Hackett snap fore-end with horn finial, weight 5lb. 8oz., in a modern canvas case S1 - Sold as a Section 1 Firearm under the 1968 Firearms Act
CHARLES LANCASTER A 12-BORE ROTARY-UNDERLEVER SLIDE-AND-TILT HAMMERGUN, serial no. 4876, circa 1876, 30in. nitro reproved bold damascus barrels, the rib engraved 'CHARLES LANCASTER. 151 NEW BOND ST. LONDON. PATENT BREECH LOADER', some internal pitting, 2 1/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl. in both, Charles Lancaster patent slide-and-tilt action with rotary-underlever, non-rebounding back-action locks with low profile hammers, best bold acanthus scroll engraving, the lockplates with 'C. LANCASTER LONDON PATENT' in scrolling banners, the action bar with 'CHARLES LANCASTER'S PATENT', 15in. replacement stock, snap fore-end, the finial doubling as a finger grip, weight 7lb. 2oz. S2 - Sold as a Section 2 Firearm under the 1968 Firearms Act
A 16-BORE UNSIGNED FLINTLOCK SPORTING GUN, no visible serial number, circa 1800, with 36 1/2in. London proofed two stage octagonal to round barrel, the top flat signed 'LONDON' (faint), platinum lined touch hole, fixed breech with stylised foliate and feather style engraving of the period, bevelled edge lock with stepped tail embellished with some foliate engraved decoration and a sunburst below the pan, pigeon breasted cock engraved to match, roller to frizzen spring, walnut half-stocked with chequered wrist, the iron mounts include butt-plate with foliate engraved tang, scroll trigger-guard, with engraved bow and leafed pineapple finial, horn nosecap complete with loading rod
A. HENRY A 12-BORE ROTARY-UNDERLEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 395, converted from muzzle loading circa 1865, 29 5/8in. black powder only bold twist barrels, the rib engraved 'A. HENRY EDINBURGH', 2 1/2in. chambers, bored true cyl. in both, Jones patent rotary-underlever, carved serpentine fences, rebounding back-action locks with dolphin hammers, extractor engraved 'PATENT NO. 395', the action flats engraved No. 395, bold acanthus scroll engraving with beaded and feathered bordering, the rear of the lockplates with oval vignettes of pointer and spaniel, 13 7/8in. figured stock with border engraved steel heel and toe plates, fore-end with crosspin release and horn finial, weight 6lb. 14oz. S2 - Sold as a Section 2 Firearm under the 1968 Firearms Act
THOMAS BLAND & SONS A 28-BORE BOXLOCK NON-EJECTOR, serial no. 18538, circa 1952, 28in. nitro reproved barrels (in 1977), the rib engraved 'THOMAS BLAND & SONS. WEST STRAND. LONDON.', 2 1/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl. and 1/4 choke, automatic safety, plain border engraving, retaining some original colour-hardening and traces of finish, 14in. stock, fore-end with horn finial, weight 5lb. S2 - Sold as a Section 2 Firearm under the 1968 Firearms Act
A SCARCE .41 (RIMFIRE & PERCUSSION) WILLIAMSON'S PATENT DERRINGER VEST PISTOL, serial no. 1636, made by North America Firearms Company, Philadelphia, circa 1868, with blued slide forwards barrel marked on the left side 'WILLIAMSON'S PAT OCT 2 1866 NEW YORK' and engraved with an arrow to the sighting plane, nickel crescent fore-sight, American scrolls engraved to backstrap and breech, silver-plated frame, walnut full-stock with chequered birdshead butt and guarded trigger with engraved bow and finial, complete with a later manufacture percussion converter, much original finish to pistol Sold as an exempt item under Section 58 (2) of the 1968 Firearms Act, to be held as a curiosity or ornament
JAMES MACNAUGHTON & SONS A 12-BORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 3118, circa 1910, 28 1/4in. nitro reproved barrels (in 1983), the rib engraved 'JAMES MACNAUGHTON & SONS. 36 HANOVER STREET. EDINBURGH.', the breech end engraved '2' and with acanthus scroll detailing, 2 1/2in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and 1/2 choke, scroll-backed treble-grip action, toplever engraved '2', automatic safety with engraved 'SAFE' detail, fine border and acanthus scroll engraving surrounding the makers name in a banner, retaining very slight traces of original colour-hardening and finish, 15 1/2in. figured replacement stock, sculpted fore-end finial engraved '2', weight 6lb. 10oz. S2 - Sold as a Section 2 Firearm under the 1968 Firearms Act
WESTLEY RICHARDS & CO. A 12-BORE 1897 PATENT SINGLE-TRIGGER DETACHABLE-LOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 16458, circa 1902, 29 7/8in. replacement nitro barrels (by the makers in 1963, barrel number 18982), the rib engraved 'WESTLEY RICHARDS & CO. LONDON.', 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/2 and full choke, scroll-back treble-grip action incorporating J. Deeley and L.B. Taylor patent hand-detachable locks, patent no. 17731 of 28th July 1897, use number 672, A.E. Lard patent single selective trigger, patent no. 3952 of February 2nd 1899, use number 300, toplever engraved 'Westley Richards Patent One Trigger', automatic safety with inlaid 'SAFE' detail, detachable floorplate, barrel selector switch with inlaid 'R' and 'L' details, border and bold acanthus scroll engraving, retaining much renewed blued finish, 14in. figured replacement stock and triggerguard, fore-end with Deeley & Edge patent release catch and horn finial, matching replacement wood, weight 7lb. 1oz. S2 - Sold as a Section 2 Firearm under the 1968 Firearms Act
HOLLAND & HOLLAND A .410 (SMOOTHBORED) 'ROYAL' TOPLEVER HAMMERLESS ROOK & RABBIT RIFLE, serial no. 21178, circa 1900, 25in. turned octagonal to round nitro reproved barrel (in 1955, smoothbored from .250 semi-smooth bore rook), wave cut top-flat, rear sight removed and a dove-tail inserted, the adjacent flats engraved 'HOLLAND & HOLLAND. 98 NEW BOND ST. LONDON. WINNERS OF ALL THE 'FIELD' RIFLE TRIALS. 250 SEMI-SMOOTH BORE.', 2 1/2in. chamber, bored approx. imp. cyl. choke, action with teardrop fences, removable striker discs, automatic safety with gold-inlaid 'SAFE' detail, non-selective ejector, fine border and acanthus scroll engraving, the makers name in a scrolling banner, retaining traces of original colour-hardening and finish, 14 1/4in. figured pistolgrip stock with engraved steel pistolgrip-cap, cheekpiece, including steel buttplate, Hackett type snap-on splinter fore-end with horn finial, weight 4lb. 7oz., together with a homemade wooden box S2 - Sold as a Section 2 Firearm under the 1968 Firearms Act
DARNE - A SCARCE LIGHTWEIGHT 12-BORE 'V20' SPRING-LOADED SLIDING-BREECH EJECTOR, serial no. QQ147, circa 1930, 27 5/8in. (70cm) nitro monobloc barrels with sunken matt rib and no bottom rib, triple proof with ten punch marks, acanthus scroll detailing at the breech ends, 2 1/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl. and full choke, sprung sliding-breech with converging obturator discs, carved leaf fences, engraved button barrel release, manual side-safety with gold-inlaid 'F' and 'S' details, finely engraved with acanthus scrolls and floral bouquets with some beaded bordering, bright finish overall, 15 1/8in. stock with sling aperture and including 1in. leather covered recoil pad, fore-end with horn finial, weight 5lb. 10oz., in a vinyl caseS2 - Sold as a Section 2 Firearm under the 1968 Firearms ActProvenance: The Lot comes with a variety of printed material relating to Darne guns, mostly marked with the trade stamp of J.G.L. Piveteau (at one time sole concessionaire for Darne Guns in the UK) and also including a typed out reproduction of an article published in the Shooting Times in 1964 by Gough Thomas about Darne guns - and the letter sent in response to the editor of the Shooting Times by J.G.L. PiveteauCONDITION:.720- .722+ 24 20+Barrels:externally with minor surface scuffs and occasional light rust spot, light rubbing to loop and lumps from assembly, couple of minor dent lefts barrel to side approx. 7 - 8in. from muzzle, internally generally clean, some light marks and light machine marks to chambers, fairly dull ring (likely to to sprung extractor dampening, no indication of loose rib), no evident movement on action but slightly off face
J. FAIRMAN A 12-BORE SIDELEVER HAMMERGUN, serial no. 586, circa 1867 and likely conversion from muzzle loading, 28 3/4in. black powder only bold damascus barrels, the rib engraved 'J. FAIRMAN. 23 JERMYN STREET ST. JAMES'S LONDON.', chamberless, bored true cyl. in both, wall thicknesses at 16 and 18, carved percussion fences, non-rebounding sidelocks, bold acanthus scroll engraving, the triggerguard with two hounds, the tang with the serial number and '1', retaining very slight traces of colour-hardening, 14 3/4in. well-figured stock, steel buttplate with top tang, fore-end with crosspin release and horn finial, weight 6lb. 10oz. S2 - Sold as a Section 2 Firearm under the 1968 Firearms Act
ALBERT BARNES A 16-BORE SINGLE-BARRELLED BOXLOCK EJECTOR SHOTGUN, serial no. 1019, with additional 7x57R rifled barrel, circa 1923, 28 1/4in. nitro 16-bore smoothbore barrel, short sight flat engraved 'ALBERT BARNES. ULVERSTON', 2 1/2in. chamber, bored approx. 1/2 choke; additional 25 9/16in. nitro barrel (London proof for 1997) with file cut sight rib, open sights with folding leaf sight with white metal inlaid sight lines, the open sights file with cut front, the leaf sight marked for 200 yds., ramp-mounted bead fore-sight, the breech end mounted with a Zeiss Diatal-C 6x32 telescopic sight, serial no. 1921511, in quickly-detachable mounts, with a custom made wooden lining/adaptor to fit fore-end to rifle barrel, hammerless action with teardrop fences, removable striker disc, automatic safety with gold-inlaid 'SAFE' detail, bold acanthus scroll engraving, retaining slight traces of original colour-hardening and much renewed finish, 14 1/2in. figured stock, fore-end with horn schnabel finial, weight 5lb. 4oz. (shot barrel), 6lb. 11oz. (rifle barrel, unscoped) and 7lb. 8oz. (rifle barrel with scope) S1 - Sold as a Section 1 Firearm under the 1968 Firearms Act
B.S.A CO. FOR JOHN RIGBY & CO. A .303 (BRIT.) 'LEE-SPEED' BOLT-MAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 1121, for 1898, 24 1/2in. unsigned nitro reproved barrel (in 2024, barrel likely historic replacement), open rear sight with two folding leaf sights with white metal inlaid sight-lines, ramped bead fore-sight, the breech end numbered '5537', nocksform with stippled sighting flat, bolt dust cover with light border engraving and marked 'JOHN RIGBY & CO. 72 ST. JAMES'S ST. LONDON.', turned-down low-profile bolt handle, manual bolt-mounted safety, detachable magazine with border engraving, triggerguard numbered '1121', butt-stock collar marked 'LEE SPEED. PATENTS. B.S.A. CO. B1879.' and with border engraving, blued finish overall, figured pistolgrip stock (poor insert repair to toe) with horn pistolgrip-cap, 14in. pull including steel buttplate, fore-end with horn finial, sling eyes, weight 7lb. 7oz. S1 - Sold as a Section 1 Firearm under the 1968 Firearms Act
AN EARLY 38-BORE FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOL SIGNED DIOMEDE ADIRENT WITH LAZARO LAZARINO BARREL, no visible serial number, Italian circa 1690, with carved and moulded 15 1/2in. barrel, the moulded sighting plane signed 'LAZARO LAZARINO' and terminating in a reversed tear-drop at muzzle, a central stylised flower carving and a Romanesque bust at breech, scroll engraving to the bordered side-panels, plain squared solid top-tang affixed from below, rounded and curved lock with moulded borders and a foliate flourish at tail and signed below the moulded shallow pan 'DIOMEDE ADIRENT', carved and moulded swan-necked cock with Romanesque bust fixing screw (age fractures forming at neck), walnut full-stock with carved mouldings around the furniture, pear-shaped grip with long-spurred moulded iron butt-cap with central Romanesque bust repeated on the trigger guard bow, pierced and carved terminals to the lower tang and finial, pierced neo-classical sideplate, turned ramrod thimbles and original ramrod with engraved iron wedge tip, some wear and loss to fine detail throughout
J. BLANCH & SON, LONDON A 12-BORE PINFIRE ROTARY-UNDERLEVER DOUBLE-BARRELLED SPORTING GUN, serial no. 4237, circa 1870, with 30in. bold damascus barrels, the top-rib engraved 'J. BLANCH & SON. 29 GRACECHURCH STREET. LONDON.', the pinfire apertures with a starburst design, Jones patent rotary underlever, carved serpentine fences, finely carved dolphin hammers, best bold acanthus scroll engraving, well-figured stock with chequered wrist and heel, fitted with engraved steel heel and toe plates, fore-end with crosspin release catch and sculpted horn finial Sold as an exempt item under Section 58 (2) of the 1968 Firearms Act, to be held as a curiosity or ornament
WESTLEY RICHARDS A 12-BORE 1897 PATENT DETACHABLE-LOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 9030, with extra barrels, for 1907, original 30in. nitro reproved barrels with beaded line and scroll bands at the breech end, rib engraved 'WESTLEY RICHARDS 178 NEW BOND ST. LONDON. GUN MAKERS BY SPECIAL APPOINTMENT TO HIS MAJESTY KING EDWARD VII.', 2 1/2in. chambers, bored approx. imp. cyl. and 1/4 choke; extra 28in. nitro barrels (by the makers in 1965), serial numbered 9030 / 19281, with beaded line and scroll bands at the breech end, rib engraved 'WESTLEY RICHARDS & CO., LONDON.', 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. 1/4 and full choke, scroll-back action with Westley Richards patent toplever, automatic safety with gold-inlaid 'SAFE' detail, detachable floorplate, J. Deeley and L.B. Taylor patent hand-detachable locks, patent No. 17731 of 28th July 1897, use number 1294, fully engraved with bold acanthus scrollwork on a matted background, the makers name inlaid in gold, retaining virtually full renewed colour-hardening and finish, 16 1/8in. well-figured stock (slightly cast on) including 1 3/8in. wooden extension, fore-end with Deeley & Edge patent release catch and horn finial, weight 6lb. 11oz. (original barrels) and 6lb. 9oz. (new barrels), in a canvas and leather case with provision for both sets of barrels and with a Holland & Holland trade label S2 - Sold as a Section 2 Firearm under the 1968 Firearms Act
A 16-BORE FLINTLOCK SINGLE-BARRELLED SPORTING GUN SIGNED DAYKIN, no visible serial number, circa 1780, with rebrowned two-stage octagonal to round 34in. barrel, bead fore-sight, shallow moulded sighting notch to the hump-backed top-tang, the breech end of barrel with London proofs and 'F.D.' maker's mark, plain flat bevel-edged lock signed 'DAYKIN' below the pane, stepped tail, swan-necked cock, handrail walnut full-stock, iron furniture including bevelled side-plate, acorn finial and replacement iron ramrod
J. MACNAUGHTON A .300 (ROOK) SINGLE-BARRELLED SIDELEVER ROOK & RABBIT HAMMER RIFLE, serial no. 2489, for 1901, 26in. cordite reproved octagonal barrel, matted top-flat, open rear sight with two folding leaf sights marked for '50', '100' and '150' yards and with white metal inlaid sight lines, dove-tailed bead fore-sight, the adjacent flats engraved 'J. MACNAUGHTON. EDINBURGH.', central rebounding hammer, sidelever opening, border and acanthus scroll engraving, retaining traces of original blued finish, 14 1/4in. figured pistolgrip stock (cracked at hand), with horn pistolgrip-cap, including horn buttplate, Hackett-type snap-on splinter fore-end with horn finial, weight 5lb. 2oz.Sold as an exempt item under Section 58 (2) of the 1968 Firearms Act, to be held as a curiosity or ornament.CONDITION:Barrel: Externally retains a strong amount of period blued finish, slightly thinning and browning to sharp edges and high spots. Barrel has been relined by the 'Parker Rifled' process. Bore is generally excellent but does have a small number of shallow pits a couple of inches forwards of the forcing cone.Action: traces of finish and colour remain. Barrel tight on face. Ejector works correctly. Rebounding hammer with audible cocking position.Woodwork & Furniture. Only very minor light knocks and dings present. Chequered areas well preserved as is hard rubber heel-plate. Finish lost and browned to trigger guard tang and bow.Please Note: This antique rifle is sold under section 58 of the UK firearms act as a curio or ornament only and nothing within this report should be taken as an indication of suitability for use
DAVID LLOYD A .275 (RIGBY) 'IMPROVED MODEL NO.1' BOLT-MAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 2006, for 2008, 22 1/2in. unsighted nitro barrel (threaded at muzzle and with thread cap), engraved 'DAVID LLOYD. RIFLEMAKER. ENGLAND', receiver (with thumb cutout) mounted with a Swarovski Z6 1.7-10x42 telescopic sight, serial number R790350826, in Lloyd low profile mounts, the forward mount base engraved 'DAVID LLOYD IMPROVED MODEL NO.1' and 'CAL .275 RIGBY', Lloyd low profile bolt handle, hinged floorplate engraved with the calibre designation and with push button release, the triggerguard serial numbered 2006, well-figured pistolgrip stock with cheekpiece, horn pistolgrip-cap and fore-end finial, sling swivels, 14in. pull including 7/8in. recoil pad, weight 9lb. 12oz. S1 - Sold as a Section 1 Firearm under the 1968 Firearms Act
ASPREY A .375 H&H MAG. BOLT-MAGAZINE SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 1507, for 1989, 23in. nitro barrel, finely matted sight rib with a cartouche inlaid in gold with 'Asprey' and a banner engraved 'NEW BOND STREET. LONDON.', open sights with matted front, gold-inlaid sight line and marked for 50 Yds., ramp-mounted bead fore-sight with tunnel hood, the breech end mounted with a Zeiss Diatal-C 4x32 telescopic sight, serial no. 1921344, in quickly-detachable mounts, scroll-engraved bolt knob, hinged straddle floorplate with push-button release, the triggerguard gold-inlaid with the serial number, well-figured pistolgrip stock with cheekpiece, steel pistolgrip-cap, sling swivels, darkwood finial, 14in. pull including 1in. leather covered recoil pad, weight 9lb. 9oz. S1 - Sold as a Section 1 Firearm under the 1968 Firearms Act ** Please note this item is subject to 20% VAT on the hammer price (UK Buyers only). Lots indicated with § are a modern import of post-1939 manufacture, component parts will be marked in accordance with the UK's OGIL requirements before release.
MADE FOR H.R.H. THE DUKE OF CAMBRIDGE, EX. WESTLEY RICHARDS COLLECTION WESTLEY RICHARDS A 12-BORE 1864 PATENT SINGLE-BITE SNAP-ACTION TOPLEVER BAR-IN-WOOD HAMMERGUN, serial no. 11555, for 1869 and originally in pinfire form, 30in. nitro reproved bold damascus barrels, tapered rib engraved '1', 'PATENT' and 'WESTLEY RICHARDS 170 NEW BOND ST. LONDON.' and with shell and scroll engraved 'doll's head' top extension, patent no. 2149 of 24th September 1858, 2 1/2in. chambers, true cyl. in both, Westley Richards improved single-bite toplever snap-action, patent no. 2623 of 22nd October 1864, use number 1415, converted to centrefire by another, carved serpentine pinfire fences, the toplever engraved '1' and 'WESTLEY RICHARDS PATENT' with acanthus scroll detailing, non-rebounding sidelocks with replacement hammers, bold acanthus scroll engraving, the triggerguard with beaded bordering, bar-in-wood, the fore-end meeting the knuckle in a crab joint, cross-pin release with gold escutcheons and ornately carved horn finial, retaining traces of original colour-hardening, 14 1/8in. well-figured stock including steel buttplate and inset with a gold oval escutcheon bearing the crest and monogram of H.R.H. Prince George, Duke of Cambridge, weight 6lb. 12oz., in its leather-bound oak case, the lid outer also with the crest and monogram of H.R.H the Duke of Cambridge S2 - Sold as a Section 2 Firearm under the 1968 Firearms Act
GEORGE GIBBS A 20-BORE (SMOOTHBORED) ROTARY-UNDERLEVER DOUBLE HAMMER RIFLE, serial no. C204 / 1398, circa 1888, 25in. nitro reproved barrels (chambered to 20-bore and smoothbored from a rifle calibre, likely .450), raised partially file-cut rib engraved at the breech end 'METFORD PATENT, 302. GEORGE GIBBS, 29, CORN STREET, BRISTOL', folding leaf sights with white metal inlaid sight lines and marked for 100, 150, 200, 250 and 300 yds, bead fore-sight, 2 1/2in. chambers, bored approx. true cyl. and 1/2 choke, Jones patent rotary underlever, carved serpentine fences, non-rebounding sidelocks with bolted hammers, sliding safety bolts operating on half-cock, fine border and acanthus scroll engraving, 14 3/8in. pistolgrip stock with horn pistolgrip-cap and buttplate, sling eyes, fore-end with crosspin release and missing finial, weight 7lb. 7oz. S2 - Sold as a Section 2 Firearm under the 1968 Firearms Act
WESTLEY RICHARDS & CO. A 12-BORE 'GOLD NAME' SINGLE-TRIGGER 1897 PATENT DETACHABLE-LOCK EJECTOR, serial no. 1407, circa 1934, 28in. nitro reproved barrels (in 1965), the rib engraved 'WESTLEY RICHARDS. 23 CONDUIT ST. LONDON. GUNMAKERS BY APPOINTMENT TO HIS MAJESTY GEORGE V REX ET IMP.' (refreshed), 2 3/4in. chambers, bored approx. imp. cyl. and true cyl. choke, scroll-back treble-grip action, Westley Richards patent toplever engraved 'WESTLEY RICHARDS PATENT ONE TRIGGER', automatic safety with gold-inlaid 'SAFE' detail, J. Deeley and L.B. Taylor patent hand-detachable locks, patent no. 17731 of 28th July 1897 with improved 'lighter pull-off' modification, patent no. 10567 of 7th May 1907, use number 3239, locks with engine turned finish, L.B. Taylor patent hinged floorplate, patent no. 23088 of 30th October 1908, L.B. Taylor modified 'two pull' selective single trigger, patent no. 26659 of November 17th 1909, use number 585, triggerplate mounted selector switch with gold-inlaid 'L' and 'R' detail, profusely engraved with bold acanthus scrollwork, the makers name inlaid in gold in scrolling banners to the sides, retaining much colour-hardening and finish (likely renewed), 14 5/8in. well-figured stock including 1/2in. horn extension, fore-end with Deeley & Edge patent release and horn finial, weight 6lb. 6oz., in a canvas case S2 - Sold as a Section 2 Firearm under the 1968 Firearms Act
A GROUP OF CERAMICS, METALWARE AND JEWELLERY, to include a Royal Doulton 'Ivy' HN1768 figurine, a Royal Worcester 'Parakeet' figure, modelled by Freda Doughty (losses to both wings and tail, glue residue), a Goss 'Lady Betty' figurine, a pair of nineteenth century Days Patent brass chimney ornaments, decorated with Gothic arches and other architectural elements, un-extended height 21.5cm, possibly a table fan holder (missing fan) and a candle holder (missing decorative finial), and a selection of mainly costume jewellery earrings and necklaces, etc (5 + box of jewellery) (Condition Report: generally ok, obvious specific damage to ceramics and metalware as stated in description, jewellery is af but most pieces appear ok)
Bohemian ruby red glass covered compote featuring intricate hand-painted gold enamel accents and delicate floral motifs. The pedestal design enhances its elegance, with a domed lid adorned with a pointed finial. The gold scrolling and raised enamel flowers provide a luxurious aesthetic, showcasing fine European glass craftsmanship.Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: 10.75"HCondition: Age related wear.
Elegant PT Bavaria porcelain creamer and sugar bowl with lid from the Barbizon 4459 pattern. This set features a graceful, scalloped design with gold trim and delicate molded detailing. The creamer has an ornate, curved handle accented in gold, while the sugar bowl has a matching lid with a decorative finial, also adorned with gold. The pieces showcase the refined craftsmanship of PT Bavaria, a renowned porcelain manufacturer from Germany.Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: 4.5"HCountry of Origin: GermanyCondition: Age related wear.
Elegant AS France porcelain tureen with a lid, featuring ornate gold-accented handles and detailing. This piece is elevated on four intricately designed feet, showcasing a luxurious combination of white glaze and gilded embellishments. The lid is adorned with a gold finial. Backstamp reads "AS France, Made in France," confirming its origin. Measures 7.5"H, making it a charming centerpiece or serving dish for sophisticated settings. Dimensions: See DescriptionCondition: Age related wear.
JLMenau German porcelain covered dish featuring an elegant hexagonal form with ornate footed base. The piece is beautifully adorned with hand-enameled floral motifs, scrolling gilt accents, and a finely detailed lid with a sculpted finial. The vibrant floral arrangements in shades of pink, orange, and blue contrast against the pristine white porcelain, highlighting the exceptional craftsmanship. Marked on the underside with the JLMenau backstamp, indicating its German origin, and further labeled "Hand Enameled." This stunning bowl is a fine example of classic European porcelain artistry.Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: 7.5"HCountry of Origin: GermanyCondition: Age related wear. Chip on inside rim.
A porcelain pitcher featuring an ornate spout shaped like a bird's head, adorned with handpainted green and gold details. The piece includes a matching lid with a finial handle and pierced holes, likely intended for use as a teapot or coffee pot. The elegant design is highlighted by delicate gold accents on the rim, base, and handle.Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: 9.75"HCondition: Age related wear.
A pair of Chinese snuff bottles featuring intricate metal overlay designs. One bottle is pink with a jadeite-colored stopper, detailed with applied metalwork of dragons and other symbolic motifs. The second bottle is green with a guardian lion finial, also adorned with ornate metal overlays. Both pieces showcase craftsmanship characteristic of antique Chinese snuff bottles, often used for storing powdered tobacco. The bases of both bottles bear markings.Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: 3"HCondition: Age related wear.
Paragon Country Lane fine bone china covered dish featuring a detailed floral pattern with colorful blossoms and lush green foliage. The dish is elegantly accented with gold trim along the rim, handles, and lid. The ornate handles and finial add to its sophisticated appeal. Marked on the underside with the Paragon backstamp, indicating English origin and a royal warrant. A beautifully crafted serving piece, perfect for collectors of fine china.Issued: 1972 - 1990Dimensions: 5.5"HCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.
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