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Lot 763
Satz von 3 Amoretten aus der "L-Serie",Meissen Ende 19. Jh. Entw.: Heinrich Schwabe. Jew. Putto, auf versch. Weise m. Herzen beschäftigt. Jew. auf rd. Stand m. naturalist. Oberfläche u. gekehltem Rund- sockel. Am Boden jew. Schwertermarke m. Knauf, Press- u. Malernr., Modellnr. Gold jew. oberflächlich berieben. a) "Amor als Herzschmied": m. Schürze an Ambos stehend, Hand m. Hammer hoch erhoben. Modellnr. "L 114". H 19 cm b) "Amor als Philisoph": auf Felsen m. Tuch sitzend, ein Herz in d. Hand, ein anderes entflammt am Boden. Modellnr. "L 103". Hand m. Redegestus restaur., Standkante m. minim. Chip. H 16,4 cm c) "Amor, das Feuer entfachend": auf Baum- stumpf m. Tuch sitzend, m. Blasebalg d. beiden brennenden Herzen vor ihm am Boden be- arbeitend. Modellnr. "L 108". Blasebalg-Griff m. minim. Brandriß, Standkante m. minim. Chip. H 18,2 cmHeinrich Schwabe, Herz, L 103, L 108, L 114, L-Serie, Putto, Schwertermarke
Lot 1125
Bonbonière, Kopenhagen dat. 1913.Rubinglas m. vergoldeter Silbermontierung: Beschau Kopenhagen m. "13", Marke f. dän. Arbeit "DA" m. Hammer, Beschaumeister "CFH" (f. Chr. F. Heise, bis 1932). Gedrungen- gebauchte Wandung, 12-fach facettiert, auf Rund- fuss. Halsring m. leicht gewölbtem Deckel m. gr. Knauf. Hals, Stand u. Deckelkante besetzt m. Blattreliefdekor. Wandung schauseitig m. Wappen Zar Nikolaus' II. Deckel m. kl. Luft- blasen, Oberflächen partiell leicht berieben, Standkante unter Montierung leicht bestoßen. H 16,3 cmChristian F. Heise, Dänemark, facettiert, Monogramm, Nikolaus II., rot, vergoldet
Lot 417
§ Arthur Spooner (1873-1962) Nottingham from Clifton Hillsigned 'Arthur Spooner' (lower left)oil on canvas106 x 121cmProvenance: Sale; Mellors & Kirk, Nottingham, 23 November, 2016, lot 594Sale; Mellors & Kirk, Nottingham,16 September, 2020, lot 409Exhibited:The Royal Society of British ArtistsThis work sold for £1200 (hammer) at each previous sale. Canvas is largely in plane with one very small area of undulation above the signature, tension is good. Varnish appears glossy and even throughout. The canvas with a light layer of surface dirt which should clean off. The lower left quadrant with a stretcher bar mark visible under raking light. Image of work on the wall shows the best colour representation.
Lot 175
Julius Walter HAMMER (1873 - 1922). Überreichung des Friedensvertrags in Versaille. 1919.Circa 45 cm x 61 cm. Radierung. Darstellung. Überreichung des Friedensvertrags in Versaille im Hotel "Trianon Palace" am 7. Mai 1919. Der Künstler hatte die Radierung "nach Skizzen an Ort und Stelle" angefertigt und wollte die gedrückte Stimmung des Tages wiedergeben. Unten rechts handsigniert. Blatt vergilbt. Leichte Knicke an den Rändern. Teils minimale Wasserflecken. Zustand siehe Fotos.
Lot 194
Crescent metal butt plate with sliding cover to compartment, sling attachments, straight grip, the top tang engraved 'MODEL 876', the lower '61779' with integral lever safety. The forend with rounded metal endcap and sling attachment. Dovetail foresight, full length tubular magazine, the octagonal barrel engraved 'WINCHESTER's REPEATING ARMS, NEW HAVEN, CONN. USA KING'S IMPROVEMENT PATENTED etc', six folding graduated leaf sights and ladder sight. Side plates, sliding dust cover on integral rail. Third model. For 1887 Weight 10lb, Barrel 25", OAL 45 5/8" Section 58 - May be held as an antique or curiosityCondition Report M - C, F - C, W - C/D, B - C/D The butt plate extensively pitted. The stock having shrunk due to vestigial rot now rebated from butt plate at toe. One dent to right hand grip, modern, lighter scratches. Traces of original colour hardening visible on lever and hammer. The body, plates and barrel with little finish thinned with a brown-gray patina. A scratch across the forend to the barrel. The barrel with softened rifling and extensive frosting. The hammer sear does not engage on operating the lever yet functions correctly when cocked manually.
Lot 272
Rubber butt pad, extension to repaired stock, chequered forend and straight grip, worn manufacturer's name to top flat. Blued under-lever and hammer, re-bounding action. Over-bored barrel.Weight 6lb 4oz, Chamber 12, 2 1/2in, Choke Bore, Pull 14in, Barrel 30 1/8in Re-Proofed 1995 Proof (10-Bore) 19.4, (.764) Wall 30 FAA – Sect 2. Shotgun Certificate / RFD required to buy this item.Condition Report M - C/D, F - C/D, W - D Extensive vestigial pitting, been worked and coloured, the action bright and polished, the engraving softened to non-existent. The forend ill fitting, the stock with ill-fitting extension and butt pad.
Lot 279
Metal butt plate to richly figured stock, chequered straight grip and forend with horn endcap. Damascus barrel with star engraving to breech end, engraved 'HOLLAND & HOLLAND, 98 NEW BOND ST LONDON' to the upper flat. Re-bounding hammer with back action, rotary underlever. Acanthus bouquets to the plates and action. Weight 4lb 14oz, Chamber 2 1/2, Choke Bore, Pull 13 1/2, OAL 43 3/4, Barrel 28in Re-proved 1989 Proof 16, 17.1mm Reading 17.13 Walls 50 FAA – Sect 2. Shotgun Certificate / RFD required to buy this item.Condition ReportM - C/D, F - C, W - C/D Sympathetically restored throughout, vestigial pitting under the forend, the engraving softened, some polishing evident to the barrel and breech. The action polished throughout but retaining sharp engraving. The stock with repair to the rear of the upper wrist, four dents and further minor damage although the restoration work is sympathetic.
Lot 192
Crescent metal butt plate with sliding cover to compartment, straight grip, the top tang engraved 'MODEL 873', the lower '316852' with integral lever safety. The forend with rounded metal endcap. Dovetail foresight, full length tubular magazine, the octagonal barrel engraved 'WINCHESTER's REPEATING ARMS, NEW HAVEN, CONN. USA KING'S IMPROVEMENT PATENTED etc', adjustable buckhorn rearsight. Side plates, sliding dust cover on integral rail. For 1889 Weight 8lb 11oz, Barrel 22 5/8", OAL 41 1/2" FAA- Section 1- FAC/RFD RequiredCondition ReportM - C, F - C. W - B. B - C The stock of pleasing, aged walnut with only vestigial dents. The action retaining much original blue finish although thinning with slivered edges and minor spotting. The barrel with little original finish and more spotting. A good shooting bore frosted with softened rifling. Very pleasing indeed. Fault with sear, hammer does not stay cocked when lever is actuated, but hammer stays back when engaged manually.
Lot 228
Rounded butt, wooden, walnut grips, the action roughly engraved with open scroll. 5-shot barrels engraved 'ALLEN & THURBER', 'WORCESTER', 'PATENTED 1845', the bar hammer stamped 'ALLEN'S PATENT'. FAA – Sect 58 Obsolete Calibre – can be held as a curio without any certification. Condition ReportM - D, F - D, W - C No original finish remaining. A browned patina. The action faulty.
Lot 12
A large 19th century English porcelain hall vase in the chinoiserie taste - baluster form, with everted rim and twin pierced stylised dragon handles, the body with moulded decoration of a pair of phoenix, butterflies, birds and a deer in a landscape with flowers and branches, highlighted in gilt and black, on a deep pink glazed ground, 57.5cm high, chip, large crack and repairs to rim. * A similar, larger pair of vases with a dark green ground were offered at Bonhams Knightsbridge, 'Homes & Interiors Online', 5-16 April 2024, lot 110. Hammer price £15,360 inc. BP.
Lot 468
AN AMRITZAR CARPET Approximately 540 x 365cmThe collection from Trethill House, Cornwall Condition Report: With wear, marks, and wear to pile throughout. Both ends trimmed. Various ages of repairs throughout- with stitch repairs to tears, some inset patches, some open holes, and areas of very worn pile from footfall and use. Reverse showing numerous patches from most recent conservation/repair work indicating the high extent of repairs throughout. At one end (where majority of repairs are) there is evidence of a pattern and pile jump in the main border to both sides indicating that the carpet was shortened in length. This end also cracks when folded indicating areas of rot. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 433
A BRONZE MODEL OF A SPHINX ON ORMOLU BASE FRENCH, 19TH CENTURY AND LATER Previously a chenet, stamped indistinctly "MILMI", fleur de lys symbol and FON, and with various numbers 35.5cm high, 41cm wide, 15cm deep The collection from Trethill House, Cornwall Condition Report: With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Not gilded to reverse and with vacant apertures from prior mounting as a chenet or fire kerb end. The whole with rubbing from age and use- loss to gilding and scattered scuffs. Lacks screws holding sphinx to base. Dirty. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 441
A GLASS PRISM HUNG GILT METAL THIRTY LIGHT CHANDELIER LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY With 24 candlelights and 6 internal lights Approximately 112cm high overall including suspension loop, 93cm wide The collection from Trethill House, Cornwall Condition Report: With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Very dirty throughout and will greatly benefit from sympathetic thorough clean. Two chains will require new linking sections- currently held together with cable ties. Some rubbing to gilding throughout and wear around applied later light fitments. Some nibbles and chips to glass chains. Can be suspended from existing set up- with further chain above but, as image shows, this looks a little odd. ELECTRICAL GOODS. These are sold as decorative items only and if bought for use must be checked over for compliance with safety regulations by a qualified electrician before use. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 406
A WHITE MARBLE MODEL OF A SCULPTOR'S HAND LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY Holding aloft a clay modelling tool, pink marble base 29.5cm high overall Condition Report: With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Generally good condition, minor surface wear and dirt- small nibbles to top edges and corner of tool- small plaster (?) deposits to surface. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 302
Y  A VICTORIAN MAHOGANY UPRIGHT BABY GRAND PIANO BY JOHN BROADWOOD & SONS The soundboard with fragmentary inscription for JOHN BROADWOOD & SONS . MAKER'S TO HER MAJESTY / GREAT PULTNEY STREET The action marked L R 2360 to the upper corner, with ivory keys 179cm high, 124cm wide, 68cm deep Together with a Victorian rosewood revolving piano stool, circa 1860, 46cm at its lowest Please note: Dreweatts have applied for a de minimis exemption for this lot. Ref: ZXGRTADT Condition Report: External Appearance: Marks, knocks, scratches, and abrasions are consistent with age and use.There is a long mark to the right of the fallboard, as well as several scuffs to its left. The music stand has come apart from the inside of the fallboard, and has sustain some damage to either end and will require repairing. All keys are present and are with some discoloration to the central three octaves.The upper fabric part of the piano appears to be in good visual and structural condition, but the fabric covering the cut out to the back has sustained significant tears. Internal Anatomy:Internal repairs and re-tuning are required to restore this piano to a playable standard. The top panel detaches to unlock -- along with hooks -- the front part of the piano. There appears to be no dust cover under this, and on the internal body is the mark 'L.R.' and a piano number '2360'. Exposed here are a layer of long thin wooden strips connecting keys to hammers. All of these are in working order except for five: the top D (numbered inside as 75) has come detached at the hammer, the second to top C (numbered 67) has come detached at the key, the second to top A (numbered 58) has come detached at the key, the second to top G# (numbered 57) has come detached at the key and hammer, and the fourth to bottom F# (numbered 31) has come detached at the key. These will require repairing. Once dismantled, this exposes the string section. All strings and tuning pins appear to be present, however, all require significant re-tuning. The soundboard behind also appears to be intact and functional, and all hook mechanisms within the piano are sucre and in working order. Please see additional images for visual reference to the condition and points noted above in the report. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 379
A LATE GEORGE III FOLK ART EMBROIDERED PICTURE OF A FARMYARD SCENE EARLY 19TH CENTURY Needlework, felt and textiles on painted backdrop, later set in glazed frame Panel 36.5cm by 51.5cm, frame 53 by 67cm Condition Report: With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. The surround and backboard showing water stains throughout and with scattered spot stains visible throughout main image. Colours have muted from sunlight and are not as bright/vivid as catalogue image suggests. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 463
A LARGE GRAND TOUR WHITE MARBLE MODEL OF THE TOMB OF SCIPIO AFRICANUS ITALIAN, LATE 19TH CENTURY 28cm high, 47cm wide, 29cm deep Provenance: Sotheby's, Important Continental Furniture, 10th December 2003, lot 188 The collection from Trethill House, Cornwall Condition Report: With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. The lid with chips to two corners and smaller edge nibbles, bases generally good- some edge and base corner nibbles and rubbing. Dirt spotting and accretion to recesses. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 312
WILLIAM MORRIS (1834-1896) FOR MORRIS & CO. A 'BIRD' PATTERN TEXTILE HANGING CIRCA 1890 Original design circa 1877 and 1878, jacquard-woven woollen double cloth approximately 150cm long by 125cm wide Provenance: Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones (1833-1898); By descent to his daughter Mrs J W Mackail (nee Margaret Burne-Jones) (1866-1953); By descent to her daughter Clare Mackail (1896-1975); Thence by family descent. Literature: Parry, L., William Morris Textiles, V&A 2013, pp. 222-223, illus. This textile was the first hand-loom jacquard woven at Queen Square in London and later at Merton Abbey. In November 1879, Edward Burne-Jones ordered a set of bed hangings in this pattern and it is possible that this hanging may have formed part of this order. Condition Report: With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Some mild colour muting from sunlight. Small dark stain lower right of centre. Some loose threads. Edges have been folded over and then backing applied. 1/4 inch or less of edge can be felt to reverse edges. The edges themselves not completely straight. With hoops attached to top edge for hanging. Unevenness of weaving looks to be from manufacture Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 6
A GILT BRONZE MOUNTED MEISSEN PORCELAIN TIMEPIECE GARNITURE 18TH CENTURY AND LATER ASSEMBLED The mounts associated and including a 20th century Swiss watch movement, central timepiece holder in the Louis XV manner with extensive hard paste flower decoration in the Vincennes manner and a central 18th century putto holding a basket of flowers, the candelabra in the Louis XVI manner with 18th century figures modelled as Mars and Juno Centrepiece 31cm high overall, 28cm high, candlesticks 19cm high Provenance: The Hon. Claude John Yorke, and thence by descent. Condition Report: With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Only one base of the figures is vaguely visible and it has plaster or infill obscuring most of it- the other two figures with glued metal bases. All figures and most of the flowers with old damages, losses and restoration- yellow under strong light and strong fluorescing under UV. Vacant metal branches with missing flowers, damages to leaves to bocage. Time piece non operative Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 293
A SMALL BRASS AND GLASS VERSAILLES LANTERN FRENCH, LATE 19TH CENTURY Of hexagonal form, the crown above the facetted lantern with bevelled glass plates 44cm high Condition Report: Crown to top is fixed- access to light is through hinged base. With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Rubbed to exterior gilding from prior use and some surface deposits of old cleaning fluids, glass generally good- only one small nibble to edge noted but edges are largely hidden under mounts. Surface dirt throughout Has fitment for one single bulb and wiring to top but note: ELECTRICAL GOODS. These are sold as decorative items only and if bought for use must be checked over for compliance with safety regulations by a qualified electrician before use. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 263
Y  A RARE PAIR OF SHELLWORK FLORAL DISPLAYS POSSIBLY BY LADY SUSAN BIRCH (1881-1965) OR THE HON. CLAUDE YORKE (1872-1940) Each of shaped square form with chamfered tops, painted faux verde antico glazed surrounds enclosing a display of mother-of-pearl and shell and painted metal flowers on mirrored bases, one titled 'From Fancie's Garden' the other 'From Ocean Stranded Petals' 73cm high, 35.5cm wide and deep at the feet Provenance: Probably created by Lady Susan Birch and thence by family descent Illustrated: The Connoisseur, May 1965, p.4These floral shellwork displays are likely to have been created by Lady Susan Birch, only daughter of John Manners Yorke, 7th Earl of Hardwicke and sister of the Hon. Claude John (John) Yorke. In the 1920s, having travelled to the United States with her brother, Lady Susan was credited with the renewed interest in shellwork, which had been popular in the 18th century in England and France (Ripon Observer, 28 February 1929, p. 3). She advocated that 'women could adopt it as a lucrative way of making a living, more particularly in what is known as shell architecture', and went on to describe a shop in Brussels where the 'whole shop was devoted to the work, and the variety and colouring of the shell exhibits were amazing'. Earlier, in June 1922, a visit to an exhibition of Lady Susan's shellwork was described as 'an eye-opener on the possibilities of shells' (Truth, 28 June 1922, p. 54). The author went on to describe the 'gifted' Lady Susan's decoration for tables: 'a magnolia tree in an Eastern pot, some narcissi in soapstone jars, gold leaved apple-blossoms on natural branches, and varied schemes to show a corolla of tiny shells of gleaming like jewels in the centre of single-shelled petals shining with alluring complexion, and glowing with a hundred tints'. Condition Report: With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Both are sealed and internal glass and mirror bases have become quite dirty with signs of old mould. Some loose elements of bouquets which are now hanging down and with some loose sections of shell and branches visible on mirrored bases. Externally with some surface dirt and rubbing to raised edges. One finial slightly loose. Some drying out and hairline cracks to composition elements on feet and one case with small areas of loss to two feet. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 12
A GEORGE III MAHOGANY LONGCASE CLOCK LATE 18TH CENTURY The eight-day bell striking movement striking on a bell, the 13inch dial with a painted scene to the arch and inscription for the maker THOMAS WORSWICK LANCASTER above Roman numeral chapter ring and Arabic five minutes to the outside track and with central date aperture, the case attributed to Gillows of Lancaster, with fretwork and blind fretwork, fluted quarter columns, and canted plinth base 230cm high Condition Report: Movement is complete but is generally in neglected condition hence will require a clean/overhaul before putting to use. The hour hammer has been altered (in the 19th century) to have an external cock/pivot at the rear together with external spring/counter (to sound on a gong that was once fitted to the case backboard); the bell and stand are replacements. The dial is a little dirty/discoloured and may have originally had a rocking figure feature to the arch (no longer present and painted scene now fitted flush within the dial aperture. The movement rests on an old seatboard onto to cheek uprights of the case which appear not to have been packed hence movement and dial are probably original to the case. The case would have originally had a pierced/fretwork crest and the fretwork (no longer present) and the fretwork infill to the upper quadrants above the dial are most likely replacements. The case backboard may also be a replacement (or has been out of the case and re-fitted). Otherwise faults to the case are limited to relatively minor bumps, scratches, scuffs (most noticeably one to the front of the base) and light shrinkage.Clock has two weights, a case key but no winder. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 310
AFTER THE ANTIQUE- A PLASTER BUST OF A GODDESS LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY Possibly Demeter or Hera 55cm high Together with Bell Malcolm, Edward Burne-Jones: A Record and Review, 1892, original cloth Provenance: By family repute the plaster bust was in the studio of Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones (1833-1898); By descent to his daughter Mrs J W Mackail (nee Margaret Burne-Jones) (1866-1953); By descent to her daughter Clare Mackail (1896-1975); Thence by family descent. Condition Report: With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Numerous casting lines and quite roughly finished. Loss to nose seems to be by design. Darker surface largely again from manufacture but with some dirt accretion. Some wear to base edge. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 410
A PAIR OF VARIEGATED GREY, BLACK AND WHITE SIMULATED SCAGLIOLA PEDESTALS 20TH CENTURY Each with a circular grey/white marble top above the simulated cylindrical shafts each 103.5cm high, tops 31.5cm diameter SALEROOM NOTICE: Please note the description has been updated and replaces the version in the printed catalogue Condition Report: SALEROOM NOTICE: Please note the description has been updated and replaces the version in the printed catalogue A PAIR OF VARIEGATED GREY, BLACK AND WHITE SIMULATED SCAGLIOLA PEDESTALS 20TH CENTURY Each with a circular grey/white marble top above the simulated cylindrical shafts each 103.5cm high, tops 31.5cm diameter With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Basic core structure seems to be wood with applied surface simulating scagliola. Marble circular loose tops above composite white cappings to main stem- both with some repairs and chips, losses to both black painted octagonal wood bases - paint splashes Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 217
A VICTORIAN SET OF THREE GILT METAL HANDLED STEEL FIRE TOOLS CIRCA 1860-1880 Urn handles shovel 74cm long Condition Report: With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Metalwork with numerous areas of rust and will require thorough clean before use. Hinge points also with rust. Variance in gilding colour to handles- suggesting some have been repainted Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 265
A PAIR OF ENGLISH CARVED AND WHITE-PAINTED WALL BRACKETS POSSIBLY MID-18TH CENTURY Each of open scroll form with a gadrooned shelf 45cm high, 43cm wide, 27cm deep Saleroom Notice: Please note the catalogue description should read possibly Mid-18th Century and not 20th Century as per the printed catalogue Condition Report: Saleroom Notice: Please note the catalogue description should read possibly Mid-18th Century and not 20th Century as per the printed catalogueWith wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Quite thick domestic paint obscures most details but it seems that one might have original top- whilst other has a later replaced top, this one also has repair to rose terminal drop and is noticeably heavier, presumably due to the timber used in the replaced top. Any other repairs and slight losses obscured by paint Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 514
A REGENCY GREEN PAINTED STRAPWORK BENCH CIRCA 1820 97cm high, 191cm wide, 55cm deep The collection from Trethill House, Cornwall Condition Report: With weathering - colour variance from exposure- wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. The whole with rusting to joints, extremities from water seepage and accumulation- also with paint loss from use. One lower back cross rail with unusual pierced section- uncertain why. Does not have pad feet. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 448
THREE TURKEY-WORK COVERED CUSHIONS 17TH CENTURY Each with cut raised work decoration, thick rope twist edging 51cm square Provenance: Purchased from Joanna Booth The collection from Trethill House, Cornwall Condition Report: With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Each with wear to surface from prior use- pile worn low in scattered points. The rope cord edging loose to one corner and showing paler colour from uses/rubbing to most corners. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 233
A SET OF FOUR GILT METAL CIRCULAR TABLE STANDS 20TH CENTURY Each raised on leaf decorated pedestal supports with three frog feet, in a compartmented wood box 16.5cm high, 20cm diameter Illustrated: The Connoisseur, May 1965, p.4 Condition Report: With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. All with wear to tops from use as stands. Each has an insert disc to top- which comes out- but most do not go back neatly into the tops- some edge dents which will require remedial work to effect neater finish. All seem to have central long screws holding them together- but all are a little wobbly to touch. Stand level- frogs have a mixture of fitting screws. Box worn and tired. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 226
A SET OF EIGHT GEORGE III STYLE GILT METAL CANDLESTICKS 20TH CENTURY With a pair of five light candelabra fitments candlesticks 30cm high, bases 14cm square, 46.5cm high when fitted Condition Report: With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Showing signs of damp exposure with numerous patches of verdigris. Surface with wear from cleaning with scratching and staining around most bobeches. Two stems detached and requiring remedial regluing. One bobeche missing. Some lifting to base baize. Wear and small knocks to most lower edges and corners Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 414
A VICTORIAN CARVED MARBLE PORTRAIT BUST OF LADY MARY CATHERINE YORKE (1837-1890) CIRCA 1860-1870 Socle base, unsigned 71cm high Provenance: Probably commissioned by the Earls of Hardwicke, and thence by descent.Lady Mary Catherine Yorke was the daughter of the 4th Earl of Hardwicke. She married William George Craven, Grandson of the 1st Earl of Craven. Condition Report: With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. With natural faults, inclusions and darker veining to stone. The whole quite dirty and with numerous blue and pink paint splashes and signs of water splashes as well. Rust(?) brown stains also notably to back edge and to socle which has cracks. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 1
A GEORGE III STYLE BRASS HEXAGONAL HALL LANTERN LATE 19TH CENTURY 66cm high overall, 35cm wide Together with a French gilt metal mounted cut glass pendant light, early 20th century, 45cm high Condition Report: With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Both with rubbing to surface from cleaning and loss to gilding- and old dirt/polish/spray deposits with some patches of discolouration. Small edge fritting around second lower glass panel- upper panel edges are hid and not inspected ELECTRICAL GOODS. These are sold as decorative items only and if bought for use must be checked over for compliance with safety regulations by a qualified electrician before use. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 413
CHARLES-AUGUSTE FRAIKIN (BELGIAN 1817-1893) A RARE MARBLE FIGURAL GROUP 'THE CRADLE OF LOVE' MID 19TH CENTURY Carrara marble, sleeping child on shell set on a triform base with carved dolphins, signed, on a painted simulated marble octagonal pedestal Group 65cm high, 79cm wide, 130.5cm high overall Provenance: Possibly the 4th Earl of Craven and thence by descent Literature: Edward MacDermott, "Routledge's Guide to the Crystal Palace and Park at Sydenham", G. Routledge & Company, 1854. PP.146. Musee Fraikin De Herenthals : Offert Par L'artiste A Sa Ville Natale L'an 1891 : Catalogue De La Galerie 1891, publ. L. Bongaerts-Verbeeck Herenthals. The Belgian sculptor Charles-Auguste Fraikin (1817-1893) was born in Herentals in Belgium. After a difficult childhood and an early career training to be an apothecary. he re-devoted his life instead to the study and production of sculture under Pierre Puyenbroeck. Just 6 months after enrolling in the Académie royale des beaux-arts Brussels he won the internal competition for sculpture and more public success followed swiftly. In 1845 at the Salon de Bruxelles the Queen of the Belgians recommended his work "L'Amour captif" to King Leopold I and Royal commissions followed. The museum at Herentals devoted to his life and work was established by a bequest in his will- leaving the entirety of the plaster casts from his studio. In the gallery guide from 1891 the museum discusses this particular work: "No 11 Amour au Berceau". It recounts how the work came into being after a public lottery in 1850- won by Dr Lombard from Liege. Versions of it were also executed in various materials including, notably, for M. le Baron de Rotschild a Paris. One of Fraikin's first public exhibitions of this composition was at the Great Exhibition of 1851 where his work was highlighted in Routledge's Guide in the description of the "French and Italian Modern Sculpture Court". His work was noted as being "graceful and delicate in the extreme" and being especially worthy of attention from visitors: "M. Fraikin of Brussels, a sculptor who possesses as great a reputation among his fellow artists in Belgium as with amateurs and the public in general... "L'amour au Berceau" or "Cupid in his cradle" "Psyche" and a "Roman peasant woman" are works also by M Fraikin which will appeal to the sympathies of visitors of all age". Exhibiting another version of this work at the 1855 l'Exposition Universelle in Paris he was rewarded with the patronage of Empress Eugenie, who had the group placed into her bedroom at the Tuileries Palace. Sadly, that example was lost in the Tuileries fire in 1871. Condition Report: With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. With old damages and losses to all fingers and some toes- some of which have had repairs but some of which are now missing (just one loose finger with auctioneer). Natural flaws and inclusions- notably areas of darker veining to body and shell- flaw above signature which does not seem to carry through to underside of shell. Some infill to natural small spots which look to be from manufacture. Paint and contact marks around rear right hand. Dirt to recesses. Stem with dolphins largely good- small edge chips to lower edge. Wooden supporting base with dirt + shrinkage faults, rubbing + wear. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 67
A REGENCY GILT BRASS MOUNTED GILT TOOLED MOROCCO LEATHER WORK OR SEWING BOX BY R. WASS, EARLY 19TH CENTURY The reverse of lid with pale blue silk quilted lining, enclosing a divided interior, central lidded compartment with maker's paper label for 76 Cornhill and 12 Cheapside London, above a drawer 19cm high, 22cm wide, 18cm deep Illustrated: The Connoisseur, May 1965, p.4 Condition Report: With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Exterior with scuffs and some dents to edges- rubbing and wear to leather and loss to gilding of metalwork. Some later screws to feet. Interior mostly well fitted but with some vacant apertures- several bone implements- no ivory. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 430
Miscellaneous, Miscellaneous, group of primitive African currency and related items to include cowrie shells, Gaboon ‘Mimbass’ iron money, West African ‘Kissi Penny’, brass Manillas (5), Katanga cross, six strings of trade beads, including two strings of multi coloured Venetian Millefiori trade beads; together with a necklace of camel teeth sewn onto a woven cloth band, an unusual item; and A Survey of Primitive Money pub. 1949, reprinted 1970, by A. H. Quiggin £100-£150 --- Importation Duty This lot is subject to importation duty of 5% on the hammer price unless exported outside the UK ---
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