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Lot 757
A cased George VI MBE medal awarded to Michael Isaac Lipman (1902-1978)suspended on ribbon in original case of issue stamped M.B.E. and accompanied by dress miniature and a related presentation silver inkwell gifted to Lipman by his colleagues at EKCO, Sheffield, 1903, Harrison Brother & Howson, fitted with twin cut glass inks, crested and engraved S.P.D. (Special Product Division) to M.I.L 1946, (2)various., second weight approx. 6.42oztCondition:Good conditionLipman, was awarded the MBE in 1944 for his contributions towards the development and production of radar technology during the Second World War. Having graduated from Leeds university as an engineer and worked for EKCO for much of the 1930’s, Lipman was commandeered in 1939 by the RAF shortly before the outbreak of the war to set up a factory capable of producing radio aircraft-detection systems that would be installed in RAF planes to detect bombers, surface ships and submarines at night and in bad visibility. At Cowbridge House, Malmesbury, a secret war factory was established and the AI (Air Interception) Mk VIII was developed which proved to be one of the most important contributions towards the defeat of Hitler. As Lipman noted ‘The Mk VIII turned out to be a very successful gear; it was used for submarine detection as well as night fighter work, and was in full use throughout the rest of the war including D-Day, the Ardennes offensive of Christmas 1944 and the Italian campaign’. The activities of Lipman and the radar innovators at Cowbridge House became the subject of the book War Factory by Celia Fremlin of the social anthropology group Mass-Observation. A full account of Lipman’s life can be found in his autobiography ‘Memoirs of a Socialist Businessman’.
Lot 160
Printed material relating to the art of John Lennon to inc: Italian 'Ponte Sisto' issued mini Bag One portfolio to inc fourteen prints (21x19.5cm) and two cover sheets, limited edition Cynthia Lennon published 'Lennon Cartoons' folio, Frank McFadden/Peter Howson 'Northern Lights' exhibition catalogue.
Lot 148
A set of six Elizabeth II silver handled table knives and six dessert knives, by George Howson, Sheffield, 1954, table knife24.5cm. Minor nicks and surface scratches to the handles in general. Blades in good order. Hallmarks clear.PLEASE NOTE:- Prospective buyers are strongly advised to examine personally any goods in which they are interested BEFORE the auction takes place. Whilst every care is taken in the accuracy of condition reports, Gorringes provide no other guarantee to the buyer other than in relation to forgeries. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and some descriptions in the catalogue or given by way of condition report make reference to damage and/or restoration. We provide this information for guidance only and will not be held responsible for oversights concerning defects or restoration, nor does a reference to a particular defect imply the absence of any others. Prospective purchasers must accept these reports as genuine efforts by Gorringes or must take other steps to verify condition of lots. If you are unable to open the image file attached to this report, please let us know as soon as possible and we will re-send your images on a separate e-mail.
Lot 122
A George VI silver hot water pot, by George Howson, of baluster form with wooden handle, Sheffield, 1938, height 20.8cm, gross weight 14.1oz. Overall condition is good, commensurate with age and some use.PLEASE NOTE:- Prospective buyers are strongly advised to examine personally any goods in which they are interested BEFORE the auction takes place. Whilst every care is taken in the accuracy of condition reports, Gorringes provide no other guarantee to the buyer other than in relation to forgeries. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and some descriptions in the catalogue or given by way of condition report make reference to damage and/or restoration. We provide this information for guidance only and will not be held responsible for oversights concerning defects or restoration, nor does a reference to a particular defect imply the absence of any others. Prospective purchasers must accept these reports as genuine efforts by Gorringes or must take other steps to verify condition of lots. If you are unable to open the image file attached to this report, please let us know as soon as possible and we will re-send your images on a separate e-mail.
Lot 82
Peter Howson OBE (British, born 1958)The Boxer signed 'Howson' (lower left), dated '06' (lower right)pastel19.5 x 14.5cm (7 11/16 x 5 11/16in).Footnotes:ProvenancePrivate collection, UK.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ARAR Goods subject to Artists Resale Right Additional Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 221
A cased set of six Elizabeth II silver-gilt handled butter knives, by Harrison & Howson, Sheffield 1969, with stainless steel blades, the knives 17.3cms long; together with a 20th Century 'Eclipse' champagne tap, c.1920, in original box; and other miscellaneous silver and plated items including: a Georgian silver cauldron table salt; an early 20th Century silver five bar toast rack; a candle snuffer; a cheese scoop; and other items.PROVENANCE: The Graham Smith Retirement Auction - 50 years in the Antiques Trade.
Lot 679
A George Formby owned National steel resonator ukulele, serial number 1663, 61 cm[George Formby, 1904-1961, was an actor, singer-songwriter, comedian and star of stage and screen. He became Britain’s highest-paid entertainer, described by his biographer, Jeffrey Richards, as "able to embody simultaneously Lancashire, the working classes, the people, and the nation". Beryl Formby, George’s wife and manager, died on Christmas Eve, 1960. Seven weeks following the death of his wife, Formby was engaged to Pat Howson, a teacher, whom he initially met as a child. Formby died three weeks later, prior to the wedding. His will left much of his estate to his fiancé. Subsequently, in June 1961, the entire contents of Formby’s “Beryldene” residence was sold by J Entwistle & Co of Lytham St Annes at public auction from a marquee in its garden. The Formby items offered in this auction were acquired at the Beryldene sale by founding member of the George Formby Society and Carlisle businessman, William Logan. Images of related photographs and documents included for online reference not forming part of the lot.] [ Please note, the Formby lots in this auction are being offered for sale by the family of the late William Logan.]
Lot 684
Two George Formby owned instrument cases, each a Paxman banjolele case with Paxman Bros Ltd label inside and numbered 'G1' and 'G3' respectively on the outer, latter 62 cm[George Formby, 1904-1961, was an actor, singer-songwriter, comedian and star of stage and screen. He became Britain’s highest-paid entertainer, described by his biographer, Jeffrey Richards, as "able to embody simultaneously Lancashire, the working classes, the people, and the nation". Beryl Formby, George’s wife and manager, died on Christmas Eve, 1960. Seven weeks following the death of his wife, Formby was engaged to Pat Howson, a teacher, whom he initially met as a child. Formby died three weeks later, prior to the wedding. His will left much of his estate to his fiancé. Subsequently, in June 1961, the entire contents of Formby’s “Beryldene” residence was sold by J Entwistle & Co of Lytham St Annes at public auction from a marquee in its garden. The Formby items offered in this auction were acquired at the Beryldene sale by founding member of the George Formby Society and Carlisle businessman, William Logan. Images of related photographs and documents included for online reference not forming part of the lot.] [ Please note, the Formby lots in this auction are being offered for sale by the family of the late William Logan.]
Lot 666
A carved and painted comical wooden nodding George Formby figure, modelled standing in an ENSA-style uniform with his signature ukelele under one arm, circa 1940s, 29 cm, (lot 11 (part) Beryldene sale)[George Formby, 1904-1961, was an actor, singer-songwriter, comedian and star of stage and screen. He became Britain’s highest-paid entertainer, described by his biographer, Jeffrey Richards, as "able to embody simultaneously Lancashire, the working classes, the people, and the nation". Beryl Formby, George’s wife and manager, died on Christmas Eve, 1960. Seven weeks following the death of his wife, Formby was engaged to Pat Howson, a teacher, whom he initially met as a child. Formby died three weeks later, prior to the wedding. His will left much of his estate to his fiancé. Subsequently, in June 1961, the entire contents of Formby’s “Beryldene” residence was sold by J Entwistle & Co of Lytham St Annes at public auction from a marquee in its garden. The Formby items offered in this auction were acquired at the Beryldene sale by founding member of the George Formby Society and Carlisle businessman, William Logan. Images of related photographs and documents included for online reference not forming part of the lot.] [ Please note, the Formby lots in this auction are being offered for sale by the family of the late William Logan.]]
Lot 680
A George Formby owned "The Gibson" UB-1 banjo ukulele, the case numbered G6, 49 cm[George Formby, 1904-1961, was an actor, singer-songwriter, comedian and star of stage and screen. He became Britain’s highest-paid entertainer, described by his biographer, Jeffrey Richards, as "able to embody simultaneously Lancashire, the working classes, the people, and the nation". Beryl Formby, George’s wife and manager, died on Christmas Eve, 1960. Seven weeks following the death of his wife, Formby was engaged to Pat Howson, a teacher, whom he initially met as a child. Formby died three weeks later, prior to the wedding. His will left much of his estate to his fiancé. Subsequently, in June 1961, the entire contents of Formby’s “Beryldene” residence was sold by J Entwistle & Co of Lytham St Annes at public auction from a marquee in its garden. The Formby items offered in this auction were acquired at the Beryldene sale by founding member of the George Formby Society and Carlisle businessman, William Logan. Images of related photographs and documents included for online reference not forming part of the lot.] [ Please note, the Formby lots in this auction are being offered for sale by the family of the late William Logan.]
Lot 665
A Canadian Pacific Steamships First luggage label inscribed "George Formby, 1960, SS Empress of Britain, Liverpool", together with a souvenir boomerang and a carved hardwood rhinoceros, latter 9 cm x 8 cm, (lot 11 (part) Beryldene sale)[George Formby, 1904-1961, was an actor, singer-songwriter, comedian and star of stage and screen. He became Britain’s highest-paid entertainer, described by his biographer, Jeffrey Richards, as "able to embody simultaneously Lancashire, the working classes, the people, and the nation". Beryl Formby, George’s wife and manager, died on Christmas Eve, 1960. Seven weeks following the death of his wife, Formby was engaged to Pat Howson, a teacher, whom he initially met as a child. Formby died three weeks later, prior to the wedding. His will left much of his estate to his fiancé. Subsequently, in June 1961, the entire contents of Formby’s “Beryldene” residence was sold by J Entwistle & Co of Lytham St Annes at public auction from a marquee in its garden. The Formby items offered in this auction were acquired at the Beryldene sale by founding member of the George Formby Society and Carlisle businessman, William Logan. Images of related photographs and documents included for online reference not forming part of the lot.] [ Please note, the Formby lots in this auction are being offered for sale by the family of the late William Logan.]
Lot 667
George Formby's Dunhill Denicotea cigarette holder, (lot 300 (part) Beryldene sale)[George Formby, 1904-1961, was an actor, singer-songwriter, comedian and star of stage and screen. He became Britain’s highest-paid entertainer, described by his biographer, Jeffrey Richards, as "able to embody simultaneously Lancashire, the working classes, the people, and the nation". Beryl Formby, George’s wife and manager, died on Christmas Eve, 1960. Seven weeks following the death of his wife, Formby was engaged to Pat Howson, a teacher, whom he initially met as a child. Formby died three weeks later, prior to the wedding. His will left much of his estate to his fiancé. Subsequently, in June 1961, the entire contents of Formby’s “Beryldene” residence was sold by J Entwistle & Co of Lytham St Annes at public auction from a marquee in its garden. The Formby items offered in this auction were acquired at the Beryldene sale by founding member of the George Formby Society and Carlisle businessman, William Logan. Images of related photographs and documents included for online reference not forming part of the lot.] [ Please note, the Formby lots in this auction are being offered for sale by the family of the late William Logan.]
Lot 677
A George Formby owned William Lange "Banner Blue" banjolele, decorated with mother-of-pearl marquetry inlay, cased, 56 cm[George Formby, 1904-1961, was an actor, singer-songwriter, comedian and star of stage and screen. He became Britain’s highest-paid entertainer, described by his biographer, Jeffrey Richards, as "able to embody simultaneously Lancashire, the working classes, the people, and the nation". Beryl Formby, George’s wife and manager, died on Christmas Eve, 1960. Seven weeks following the death of his wife, Formby was engaged to Pat Howson, a teacher, whom he initially met as a child. Formby died three weeks later, prior to the wedding. His will left much of his estate to his fiancé. Subsequently, in June 1961, the entire contents of Formby’s “Beryldene” residence was sold by J Entwistle & Co of Lytham St Annes at public auction from a marquee in its garden. The Formby items offered in this auction were acquired at the Beryldene sale by founding member of the George Formby Society and Carlisle businessman, William Logan. Images of related photographs and documents included for online reference not forming part of the lot.] [ Please note, the Formby lots in this auction are being offered for sale by the family of the late William Logan.]
Lot 673
A George Formby owned JV Bourdon & Son banjolele in a 'The Whirl' Windsor case, the case numbered 13, 55 cm[George Formby, 1904-1961, was an actor, singer-songwriter, comedian and star of stage and screen. He became Britain’s highest-paid entertainer, described by his biographer, Jeffrey Richards, as "able to embody simultaneously Lancashire, the working classes, the people, and the nation". Beryl Formby, George’s wife and manager, died on Christmas Eve, 1960. Seven weeks following the death of his wife, Formby was engaged to Pat Howson, a teacher, whom he initially met as a child. Formby died three weeks later, prior to the wedding. His will left much of his estate to his fiancé. Subsequently, in June 1961, the entire contents of Formby’s “Beryldene” residence was sold by J Entwistle & Co of Lytham St Annes at public auction from a marquee in its garden. The Formby items offered in this auction were acquired at the Beryldene sale by founding member of the George Formby Society and Carlisle businessman, William Logan. Images of related photographs and documents included for online reference not forming part of the lot.] [ Please note, the Formby lots in this auction are being offered for sale by the family of the late William Logan.]
Lot 681
A George Formby owned Dallas D banjo ukulele, serial D/1906, the case numbered 5, 56 cm[George Formby, 1904-1961, was an actor, singer-songwriter, comedian and star of stage and screen. He became Britain’s highest-paid entertainer, described by his biographer, Jeffrey Richards, as "able to embody simultaneously Lancashire, the working classes, the people, and the nation". Beryl Formby, George’s wife and manager, died on Christmas Eve, 1960. Seven weeks following the death of his wife, Formby was engaged to Pat Howson, a teacher, whom he initially met as a child. Formby died three weeks later, prior to the wedding. His will left much of his estate to his fiancé. Subsequently, in June 1961, the entire contents of Formby’s “Beryldene” residence was sold by J Entwistle & Co of Lytham St Annes at public auction from a marquee in its garden. The Formby items offered in this auction were acquired at the Beryldene sale by founding member of the George Formby Society and Carlisle businessman, William Logan. Images of related photographs and documents included for online reference not forming part of the lot.] [ Please note, the Formby lots in this auction are being offered for sale by the family of the late William Logan.]
Lot 669
A Saskatoon Kinsmen faun beaver fur felt hat "especially for George Formby" by John B Stetson Company (Canada) Limited, boxed, size 5/8, (lot 740 (part) Beryldene sale)[George Formby, 1904-1961, was an actor, singer-songwriter, comedian and star of stage and screen. He became Britain’s highest-paid entertainer, described by his biographer, Jeffrey Richards, as "able to embody simultaneously Lancashire, the working classes, the people, and the nation". Beryl Formby, George’s wife and manager, died on Christmas Eve, 1960. Seven weeks following the death of his wife, Formby was engaged to Pat Howson, a teacher, whom he initially met as a child. Formby died three weeks later, prior to the wedding. His will left much of his estate to his fiancé. Subsequently, in June 1961, the entire contents of Formby’s “Beryldene” residence was sold by J Entwistle & Co of Lytham St Annes at public auction from a marquee in its garden. The Formby items offered in this auction were acquired at the Beryldene sale by founding member of the George Formby Society and Carlisle businessman, William Logan. Images of related photographs and documents included for online reference not forming part of the lot.] [ Please note, the Formby lots in this auction are being offered for sale by the family of the late William Logan.]
Lot 674
A quantity of George Formby sheet music publications including "Chinese Laundry Blues", "When the Lads of the Village Get Crackin'" and "The 2nd George Formby Big Hit Song Book", together with A Williams, "The "At-a-Glance" Ukelele and Ukelele-Banjo Method" and related photographs[George Formby, 1904-1961, was an actor, singer-songwriter, comedian and star of stage and screen. He became Britain’s highest-paid entertainer, described by his biographer, Jeffrey Richards, as "able to embody simultaneously Lancashire, the working classes, the people, and the nation". Beryl Formby, George’s wife and manager, died on Christmas Eve, 1960. Seven weeks following the death of his wife, Formby was engaged to Pat Howson, a teacher, whom he initially met as a child. Formby died three weeks later, prior to the wedding. His will left much of his estate to his fiancé. Subsequently, in June 1961, the entire contents of Formby’s “Beryldene” residence was sold by J Entwistle & Co of Lytham St Annes at public auction from a marquee in its garden. The Formby items offered in this auction were acquired at the Beryldene sale by founding member of the George Formby Society and Carlisle businessman, William Logan. Images of related photographs and documents included for online reference not forming part of the lot.] [ Please note, the Formby lots in this auction are being offered for sale by the family of the late William Logan.]
Lot 683
A George Formby owned Dulcet Ukulele by José Alvarez, bearing an internal label "José Alvarez Barcelona Dulcet Fabricado en España", the case numbered G7, 50 cm, (lot 442 of Beryldene sale), previously described as "This ukelele was used by George on his travels during World War II and can be seen in newsreels of the time."[George Formby, 1904-1961, was an actor, singer-songwriter, comedian and star of stage and screen. He became Britain’s highest-paid entertainer, described by his biographer, Jeffrey Richards, as "able to embody simultaneously Lancashire, the working classes, the people, and the nation". Beryl Formby, George’s wife and manager, died on Christmas Eve, 1960. Seven weeks following the death of his wife, Formby was engaged to Pat Howson, a teacher, whom he initially met as a child. Formby died three weeks later, prior to the wedding. His will left much of his estate to his fiancé. Subsequently, in June 1961, the entire contents of Formby’s “Beryldene” residence was sold by J Entwistle & Co of Lytham St Annes at public auction from a marquee in its garden. The Formby items offered in this auction were acquired at the Beryldene sale by founding member of the George Formby Society and Carlisle businessman, William Logan. Images of related photographs and documents included for online reference not forming part of the lot.] [ Please note, the Formby lots in this auction are being offered for sale by the family of the late William Logan.]
Lot 675
A pair of uniformly framed photographs respectively of George Formby with Rolls Royce and Jaguar cars, registered 'GF1' and 'GF2', and with his ukuleles, former 16 cm x 20 cm overall[George Formby, 1904-1961, was an actor, singer-songwriter, comedian and star of stage and screen. He became Britain’s highest-paid entertainer, described by his biographer, Jeffrey Richards, as "able to embody simultaneously Lancashire, the working classes, the people, and the nation". Beryl Formby, George’s wife and manager, died on Christmas Eve, 1960. Seven weeks following the death of his wife, Formby was engaged to Pat Howson, a teacher, whom he initially met as a child. Formby died three weeks later, prior to the wedding. His will left much of his estate to his fiancé. Subsequently, in June 1961, the entire contents of Formby’s “Beryldene” residence was sold by J Entwistle & Co of Lytham St Annes at public auction from a marquee in its garden. The Formby items offered in this auction were acquired at the Beryldene sale by founding member of the George Formby Society and Carlisle businessman, William Logan. Images of related photographs and documents included for online reference not forming part of the lot.] [ Please note, the Formby lots in this auction are being offered for sale by the family of the late William Logan.]
Lot 676
A George Formby owned Windsor "The Whirle" banjo and case, 72 cm[George Formby, 1904-1961, was an actor, singer-songwriter, comedian and star of stage and screen. He became Britain’s highest-paid entertainer, described by his biographer, Jeffrey Richards, as "able to embody simultaneously Lancashire, the working classes, the people, and the nation". Beryl Formby, George’s wife and manager, died on Christmas Eve, 1960. Seven weeks following the death of his wife, Formby was engaged to Pat Howson, a teacher, whom he initially met as a child. Formby died three weeks later, prior to the wedding. His will left much of his estate to his fiancé. Subsequently, in June 1961, the entire contents of Formby’s “Beryldene” residence was sold by J Entwistle & Co of Lytham St Annes at public auction from a marquee in its garden. The Formby items offered in this auction were acquired at the Beryldene sale by founding member of the George Formby Society and Carlisle businessman, William Logan. Images of related photographs and documents included for online reference not forming part of the lot.] [ Please note, the Formby lots in this auction are being offered for sale by the family of the late William Logan.]
Lot 682
A George Formby owned La Foley ukulele, the case numbered G6, 52 cm, previously described as " George's early practice instrument"[George Formby, 1904-1961, was an actor, singer-songwriter, comedian and star of stage and screen. He became Britain’s highest-paid entertainer, described by his biographer, Jeffrey Richards, as "able to embody simultaneously Lancashire, the working classes, the people, and the nation". Beryl Formby, George’s wife and manager, died on Christmas Eve, 1960. Seven weeks following the death of his wife, Formby was engaged to Pat Howson, a teacher, whom he initially met as a child. Formby died three weeks later, prior to the wedding. His will left much of his estate to his fiancé. Subsequently, in June 1961, the entire contents of Formby’s “Beryldene” residence was sold by J Entwistle & Co of Lytham St Annes at public auction from a marquee in its garden. The Formby items offered in this auction were acquired at the Beryldene sale by founding member of the George Formby Society and Carlisle businessman, William Logan. Images of related photographs and documents included for online reference not forming part of the lot.] [ Please note, the Formby lots in this auction are being offered for sale by the family of the late William Logan.]
Lot 668
A 1930s painted plaster George Formby mask wall plaque, 22.5 cm, (Lot 94 Beryldene sale. "94. Plaster mask wall ornament")[George Formby, 1904-1961, was an actor, singer-songwriter, comedian and star of stage and screen. He became Britain’s highest-paid entertainer, described by his biographer, Jeffrey Richards, as "able to embody simultaneously Lancashire, the working classes, the people, and the nation". Beryl Formby, George’s wife and manager, died on Christmas Eve, 1960. Seven weeks following the death of his wife, Formby was engaged to Pat Howson, a teacher, whom he initially met as a child. Formby died three weeks later, prior to the wedding. His will left much of his estate to his fiancé. Subsequently, in June 1961, the entire contents of Formby’s “Beryldene” residence was sold by J Entwistle & Co of Lytham St Annes at public auction from a marquee in its garden. The Formby items offered in this auction were acquired at the Beryldene sale by founding member of the George Formby Society and Carlisle businessman, William Logan. Images of related photographs and documents included for online reference not forming part of the lot.] [ Please note, the Formby lots in this auction are being offered for sale by the family of the late William Logan.]
Lot 670
A George Formby owned Shelley "Late Foley" gilt enriched and silver mounted coffee set, cased, Walker and Hall, Sheffield, 1914, (lot 280 Beryldene sale)[George Formby, 1904-1961, was an actor, singer-songwriter, comedian and star of stage and screen. He became Britain’s highest-paid entertainer, described by his biographer, Jeffrey Richards, as "able to embody simultaneously Lancashire, the working classes, the people, and the nation". Beryl Formby, George’s wife and manager, died on Christmas Eve, 1960. Seven weeks following the death of his wife, Formby was engaged to Pat Howson, a teacher, whom he initially met as a child. Formby died three weeks later, prior to the wedding. His will left much of his estate to his fiancé. Subsequently, in June 1961, the entire contents of Formby’s “Beryldene” residence was sold by J Entwistle & Co of Lytham St Annes at public auction from a marquee in its garden. The Formby items offered in this auction were acquired at the Beryldene sale by founding member of the George Formby Society and Carlisle businessman, William Logan. Images of related photographs and documents included for online reference not forming part of the lot.] [ Please note, the Formby lots in this auction are being offered for sale by the family of the late William Logan.]
Lot 678
A George Formby owned Dallas E resonator banjolele, serial E/1139, the headstock having an inlaid mother-of-pearl scroll plaque faintly engraved "George Formby", the case numbered 7, 56 cm[George Formby, 1904-1961, was an actor, singer-songwriter, comedian and star of stage and screen. He became Britain’s highest-paid entertainer, described by his biographer, Jeffrey Richards, as "able to embody simultaneously Lancashire, the working classes, the people, and the nation". Beryl Formby, George’s wife and manager, died on Christmas Eve, 1960. Seven weeks following the death of his wife, Formby was engaged to Pat Howson, a teacher, whom he initially met as a child. Formby died three weeks later, prior to the wedding. His will left much of his estate to his fiancé. Subsequently, in June 1961, the entire contents of Formby’s “Beryldene” residence was sold by J Entwistle & Co of Lytham St Annes at public auction from a marquee in its garden. The Formby items offered in this auction were acquired at the Beryldene sale by founding member of the George Formby Society and Carlisle businessman, William Logan. Images of related photographs and documents included for online reference not forming part of the lot.] [ Please note, the Formby lots in this auction are being offered for sale by the family of the late William Logan.]
Lot 671
A George Formby owned "Baby" Gibson UB-2 De-Luxe / UB-3 banjo ukulele in Paxman case, previously described as "This was George's second favourite instrument, after his Abbott 'Monarch'. The Gibson was used in many films and broadcasts and for the recording of 'Our Sergeant Major', 'Fanlight Fanny' and 'In My Little Snapshot Album'".[George Formby, 1904-1961, was an actor, singer-songwriter, comedian and star of stage and screen. He became Britain’s highest-paid entertainer, described by his biographer, Jeffrey Richards, as "able to embody simultaneously Lancashire, the working classes, the people, and the nation". Beryl Formby, George’s wife and manager, died on Christmas Eve, 1960. Seven weeks following the death of his wife, Formby was engaged to Pat Howson, a teacher, whom he initially met as a child. Formby died three weeks later, prior to the wedding. His will left much of his estate to his fiancé. Subsequently, in June 1961, the entire contents of Formby’s “Beryldene” residence was sold by J Entwistle & Co of Lytham St Annes at public auction from a marquee in its garden. The Formby items offered in this auction were acquired at the Beryldene sale by founding member of the George Formby Society and Carlisle businessman, William Logan. Images of related photographs and documents included for online reference not forming part of the lot.] [ Please note, the Formby lots in this auction are being offered for sale by the family of the late William Logan.]
Lot 672
A George Formby owned Will Van Allen New Revelation banjolele, the case numbered 8, 55 cm[George Formby, 1904-1961, was an actor, singer-songwriter, comedian and star of stage and screen. He became Britain’s highest-paid entertainer, described by his biographer, Jeffrey Richards, as "able to embody simultaneously Lancashire, the working classes, the people, and the nation". Beryl Formby, George’s wife and manager, died on Christmas Eve, 1960. Seven weeks following the death of his wife, Formby was engaged to Pat Howson, a teacher, whom he initially met as a child. Formby died three weeks later, prior to the wedding. His will left much of his estate to his fiancé. Subsequently, in June 1961, the entire contents of Formby’s “Beryldene” residence was sold by J Entwistle & Co of Lytham St Annes at public auction from a marquee in its garden. The Formby items offered in this auction were acquired at the Beryldene sale by founding member of the George Formby Society and Carlisle businessman, William Logan. Images of related photographs and documents included for online reference not forming part of the lot.] [ Please note, the Formby lots in this auction are being offered for sale by the family of the late William Logan.]
Lot 477
A Late Victorian Bachelor's Silver Part Coffee Service, by Harrison Brothers & Howson, Sheffield 1891, with reeded mounts, the bulbous bodies with part spiral reeded and fluted ornament, on scroll feet, comprising - coffee pot and hot water pot with ebonised handles, each 6ins high, and sugar basin, gross weight 17.4ozs
Lot 661
Ruskin Pottery, an experimental High Fired vase, 1926, double shouldered cylindrical form, green oxide mottled with traces of red flambe to the interior rim, impressed marks, 22cm highProvenance: William Howson Taylor Collection; Exhibited Birmingham City Museum and Art Gallery, Taylor Made, 1976, number B71; Ferneyhough Collection; Sotheby's London, 20th April 1993, lot 30; Albert E Wade Collection; Sotheby's London 8th November 2002, lot 383
Lot 345
A LATE VICTORIAN SILVER MOUNTED AND VELVET DRESSING TABLE MIRROR C.1887the rectangular plate within a ribbon-tied frame with an intertwined monogram to the top and with an easel back, hallmarked for George Howson, London 188776.8 x 57.5cmProvenanceThe contents of The Grange, Wendover.Catalogue NoteThe year 1887 was Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee.
Lot 1006
Set of eight silver gilt and mother of pearl handled fruit / desert knives, forks and spoons by Harrison Brothers & Howson (George Howson), Sheffield 1901, gross weight 38oz 1193gm Condition Report: Minor wear to the gilding and surface marks consistent with age and light useThe handle of one spoon has pushed away from the tang, this spoon, one other spoon and a fork have finials which have pushed away from the handles
Lot 96
A group of silver items and oddments, including a pair of Edwardian silver short candlesticks. Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co., London, 1905. The faceted bodies on spreading oval bases, nozzles apparently fixed, filled bases, 10cm high; together with: a Victorian card case, Birmingham, 1884, George Unite & Sons, engraved with scrolling foliate motifs and with initial within circular cartouche to side, 9.8cm high; a further card case, Birmingham, 1915, Mappin & Webb, the body with purse-style opening and chain, decorated with engine turned design and circular cartouche, gilding to interior, 9.5cm wide; a pair of Edwardian Art Nouveau twin-handled salt cellars, Birmingham, 1904, D. & M. Davis, with blue glass liners, approx. 6cm wide (inc. handles); a pin dish, Sheffield, 2000, Carr's of Sheffield, of circular form with scalloped rim, 10cm dia.; a napkin ring, Sheffield, 1921, James Deakin & Sons, pierced and engraved with foliate motifs and initials within cartouche; a further napkin ring, Edinburgh, 1959, Wilson & Sharp, the borders applied with bead decoration and figures of dragons and the body engraved with name Jane; a French napkin ring, Charles Murat, Paris, 20th century, applied with mistletoe motifs to borders, Minerva mark partly rubbed; a bookmark, Birmingham, 2000, Harrison Brothers & Howson, the plain body of rectangular form, 10.3cm long; a shallow bowl, Birmingham, 1928, Horton & Allday, with import mark for Dublin, 1934, the plain body of circular form, 10.3cm dia.; a group of fifteen Dutch pickle forks with sword mark, the handles decorated with floral motifs, approx. 800 standard; and other items, together with a small metal earrings stand, total weighable silver approx. 27.9ozt (a lot)Provenance: Property of the Late Jane Sinclair Morpeth. Condition Report: The weighable silver doesn't include the candlesticks, the metal earrings stand and the card case with chain. Card case with metal chain gross weight approx. 2.3ozt
Lot 159
An pair of Edwardian silver candlesticks. Harrison Brothers & Howson, Sheffield, 1907. The faceted tapering stems to shaped rectangular bases with canted corners, reeded banding along the nozzles and shoulders, nozzles apparently fixed, filled bases, 19.5cm high; together with a matched pair of silver candlesticks, one candlestick Birmingham, 1905, I. S. Greenberg & Co., the other Sheffield, 1911, no maker's mark, the knopped stems to shaped squared bases with foliate decoration to corners, conforming decoration to shoulders, the apparently fixed nozzles with shell decoration to corners, filled bases, 24cm high (4)
Lot 218
Late Victorian/early Edwardian silver dessert set for 18 place settings, comprising 18 pairs silver bladed and handled fruit knives and forks, with engraved coronet N, in fitted case, with key (lock not working) (Sheffield various dates 1895 - 1906) Harrison Brothers. & Howson. All at approximately 42ozs, including filled handles.
Lot 46
the tea set of oval form, with gadrooned borders, scroll handles and on ball feet, by Charles Stuart Harris, London 1905/06 and the cafe au lait pots of baluster form, with 'S'-scroll handles and spreading circular feet, by George Howson, Sheffield 1906/07, all crested to match and contained in a fitted wooden case; the case 18.25" (46.3cm) long; 67ozt (5). *CR The silver with general wear, the cafe au lait pots with slightly wobbly handles (lacking pins) the tea pot with a small dent to the body and all with wear commensurate with usage. Please contact Connor for further information connor.swanwick@lawrences.co.uk.
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