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Click here to subscribeA whimsical Lladro porcelain figurine titled Santa's Magical Workshop - It's Almost Time, model number 01006895. This intricately detailed piece features a festive wall scene with a cuckoo clock, garlands adorned with pastel bows and bells, a hanging lantern, and a contented cat lounging in a basket with a small bird nearby. The figurine captures the enchanting spirit of Santa's workshop, reflecting Lladro's renowned craftsmanship and attention to detail. Made in Spain. This item has its original box.Artist: Joan CoderchDimensions: 11"HCountry of Origin: SpainCondition: Age related wear.
The scarce Great War D.S.C. group of five awarded to Acting Flight Commander C. C. ‘Jumbo’ Carlisle, Royal Naval Air Service, late Merchant Navy, one of the more unusual characters of ‘The Spider Web’ Sea-plane Flight at Felixstowe Distinguished Service Cross, G.V.R., the reverse hallmarked London 1917; 1914-15 Star (Flt. S. Lt. C. C. Carlisle, R.N.A.S.); British War and Victory Medals (Flt. Cr. C. C. Carlisle. R.N.A.S.); Denmark, Medal for Heroic Deeds, silver, mounted as worn, good very fine (5) £1,400-£1,800 --- Importation Duty This lot is subject to importation duty of 5% on the hammer price unless exported outside the UK --- --- Provenance: Butterfield’s Auction, U.S.A., June 2000. D.S.C. London Gazette 1 May 1918: ‘For zeal and devotion to duty between 1 July and 31 December 1917.’ The original recommendation states: ‘This officer has served on this station [R.N.A.S. Felixstowe] since August 1915 and has been consistent in carrying out his varied duties in a thorough and capable manner. I consider his influence on this station to have been highly valuable to the Service and most deserving of recognition.’ Cyril Campbell Carlisle was born in Liverpool on 14 March 1880, and originally served in the Merchant Navy, having been apprenticed to Nicholson & McGill in February 1896. He was awarded the Norwegian Medal for Heroic Deeds in respect of the rescue of the crew of the barque Varuna in 1902 and he gained his 1st Mate’s Certificate in the following year. His subsequent Master’s Certificate was obtained at Victoria, British Columbia, Canada in August 1906, but on joining the Royal Naval Air Service in May 1915, he listed his current employment as that of a manager of a petroleum company in West Africa. Having undertaken pilot training at R.N.A.S. Chingford - seemingly without success, one report stating ‘he will never improve as a pilot’ - Carlisle was posted to R.N.A.S. Felixstowe for duty as ‘senior watch keeper and motor boats’ in January 1916. Subsequently described as ‘an exceptional officer with great ability to command,’ he was advanced to Flight Lieutenant in October 1916 and given charge of ‘seaplane lighters and motor boats.’ And apart from his detachment to Houton Bay ‘in connection with the America Seaplane’ in April 1917, he appears to have remained likewise employed until the war’s end. Having been advanced to Acting Flight Commander in March 1918, he transferred to the Royal Air Force in the rank of Captain and served in 70 Wing and in France. Carlisle emigrated to Canada in the 1920s but died back in the U.K. at Brighton, Sussex, in July 1969. A much liked and unusual character, some of Cyril Carlisle’s antics are recounted in The Spider Web, The Romance of a Flying-Boat War Flight, by ‘P.I.X.’, published in 1919, an amusing account of R.N.A.S. Felixstowe during the war, but, as the following extracts might illustrate, ‘Jumbo’ had an important part to play: ‘C. C. Carlisle, the Old Man of the Sea, or Jumbo, as he was called, because of his appearance and methods on the football field, was an institution on the station. He was in charge of the working party which did all the pulley-hauley work, and of the piratical crews of the motor-boats who looked after the flying- boats when they were on the water of the harbour. He had all sorts of fascinating model sheerlegs and derricks for training his men, and on occasion headed the salvage crew or the wrecking gang. He was a merchant service officer who had spent thirteen years at sea, part of the time fetching oil from Patagonia, and it was rumoured that he had also fetched from that salubrious spot his picturesque language. Some weekend trippers to Felixstowe, standing outside the barbed wire enclosing the beach, after watching and hearing, with eyes popping out and ears flapping, the unconscious Jumbo handling a working party bringing In the Porte Baby, wrote an anonymous letter to the Commanding Officer complaining of the earache, and adding, “it was Sunday too." This effusion was signed " A Disgusted Visitor." It was quite evident that the writer had never been with our armies in Flanders.’ ‘The new year [1918] opened badly. On the 2nd, in a thirty-knot wind, Gordon took off the harbour in a new type boat. As he rose from the water a petrol pipe failed, and not having height to turn he landed her outside down wind. She touched the water at a rate of knots, her bottom split open, and she sank in shallow water. Before she sank Gordon and his crew were taken off by a motor-boat. The Old Man of the Sea organised a salvage party. Jumbo boiled about in the sheds setting alight his trusty henchmen, and collected an amazing assortment of wire cables, ropes, balks of timber, flares, anchors, and what else I know not. The station tug Grampus, the steam hissing from her safety-valve through the zeal of her fireman (for the usual unexciting job of the crew was to bring bread and beef from Shotley, and this was an adventure), took the O.M.O.T.S.'s pet, the flat- bottomed salvage barge, in tow. They took it out and anchored it to windward of the wreck, but nothing further could be done until low water, which was at nine o'clock. In the darkness of the night, in the shadow of the sheds, Jumbo collected his piratical crew and packed them into the Grampus. I asked to be taken along, and we all shoved out through the guardships into the open sea. We could not get near the barge owing to the shallow water, and Jumbo forsook us, climbing with five of his satellites into a small dinghy, which, perilously overloaded, bobbed away over the heavy sea into the darkness. A long wait. The tug was rolling and tossing in the steep waves. A drizzling rain was falling. There were no shore lights, and the night was pitch-black. And then there was a glare of light in the distance, Jumbo had lit one of the acetylene flares on the stern of the salvage barge. The glare increased, and presently a light came bobbing over the water towards the tug, - it was a lantern in the bow of the dinghy. I climbed across and was ferried to the scene of activity. It was a weird sight. Five hissing acetylene flares surrounded the wreck with a fierce glow. Intense darkness all around, and in the brilliant pool of light a section of tossing waves, the flying-boat with her lower wings showing on the surface of the water, and the oilskin-clad men working on her. The wind was dying down, and as the tide fell the force of the waves was broken by the shoals over which they had already passed and by the barge. Jumbo took a short wire rope, with a wire hawser attached midway between the two ends, and had it worked down from the bow beneath the flying-boat. The ends were made fast to the engine bearer-struts, the men tying the knots under water, as the tide was now rising. Other men had made and fitted a wire sling for each engine, and to these two lines were made fast and taken to the barge. The slack in the wire hawser and the two lines was hauled in, and as the incoming tide raised the barge the flying-boat was lifted clear of the bottom. As soon as the water was deep enough Jumbo had the anchor heaved up and two motor-boats took the barge in tow. The flying-boat, supported on the surface by its lower wings moving through the water, followed after. It was towed by the two lines attached to the engines, the wire bridle under the bow preventing it nose-diving. The Old Man of the Sea processioned into the harbour in triumph. First the Grampus, then the two motor-boats, then the barge, and finally the flying-boat....
Miscellaneous metalware and table lamps, to include an Indian polychrome and giltwood lamp, Kashmir, early 20th c, 29cm h excluding fitment, indistinctly inscribed in yellow ... Srinagar Kashmir India No 2076, a Victorian cast iron lion mask door knocker and stud, another knocker of brass and iron with ring and miscellaneous English steel keys, a Rippingilles, Birmingham, LMS tinplate railway lantern, No. l70949, c1944, tricolour segmental glass with Lynlight No 1 burner, 29.5cm h, two pairs of George II brass candlesticks, mid 18th c, with waisted or cylindrical sconce, shouldered knop and dished square foot, 17cm h, an English latten musical horse or ox bell, Robert Wells, 18th c, 13cm h and another, probably a house bell, by the same, early 19th c and two Chinese carved soap stone figures Kashmir lamp base with some dents and small chips to paint
A mid 20th century Swiss Swiza 8 day gilt metal alarm clock, w/o; another decorative oval alarm clock, w/o; a Cromwell/lantern brass clock, quartz movement, travel box; a contemporary Seiko alarm clock in the form of an open faced pocket watch, quartz movement; brass miniature grandfather clock, cased; etc.
HAYMARKET SQUARE - MAGIC LANTERN LP (CHAPARRAL CRM-201 - ORIGINAL US PRESSING). It's grail time with this lovely example of 1968 psychedelic rock album Magic Lantern by Haymarket Square (Chaparral CRM-201, original US pressing, 1968). The record (CRM-201, matrix 201-A/201-B) is in VG condition faint surface marks/ hairlines across the playing surfaces and a small feelable scratch on side 1. The labels are clean with WOL. The sleeve has scuffing/ wear to the top right corner and a small paper tear on the reverse - VG+ condition.
Collection of Ten Handcrafted Ceramic Vessels Peter VostThis collection features ten distinctive ceramic vessels, each handcrafted with diverse designs, glazes, and forms, showcasing the artistry of studio pottery. The collection includes pieces such as a brown-glazed waisted-neck vessel adorned with geometric diamond patterns, a small cream-glazed cylindrical vessel with bamboo-like red vertical lines, and a large pale grey vessel decorated with repetitive blue geometric motifs evoking stylised flags. Also included is a mottled green cylindrical vessel with vertical grooves, a tall crimson vase with sculptural applied decorations, and a terracotta lantern with petal-shaped openwork designs for light diffusion. Additional pieces consist of a rounded dark purple pot with crackled glaze, a ribbed vase in greenish-blue tones, a rich crimson tumbler with subtle gradients, and a bronze-toned jar with a squat base and rustic matte finish. The ceramics exemplify handcrafted elements such as glaze pooling, textured finishes, and non-uniform patterns, reflecting mid to late 20th-century studio pottery trends that emphasise artisanal production and unique ceramic techniques. These vessels vary in form and size, highlighting functional and decorative craftsmanship from an era that appreciated both artistry and utility. Handmade by Peter Vost.
**Collection of Hummel Porcelain Figurines by Goebel Germany**This exquisite collection features seven hand-painted porcelain Hummel figurines crafted by Goebel Germany, each showcasing a child engaged in various activities and vignettes. Each figurine is meticulously detailed and stands on a circular base, with individual heights ranging from approximately 10 cm to 15 cm (4 to 6 inches). These figurines bear significant collector's value, marked by unique identifiers and inscriptions authenticating their origin and craftsmanship.The collection includes:1. A child dressed in winter apparel, standing on skis with ski poles, inscribed with "Ski-Heil".2. A child seated on a wooden bench, holding a lantern.3. A child sitting on a stool while reading a book, titled "Was gibt’s Neues? What's New?".4. A child wearing a hat and scarf, holding an instrument or toy.5. A child in winter clothes, holding ice skates and standing beside a bucket.6. A child standing behind a podium, likely reciting or reading.7. A child with a basket, bending over to pick up something.Additionally, the figurines feature Goebel's distinct markings and inscriptions:- **First figurine (leftmost)**: "2030,” “BEST WISHES FOR THE MILLENNIUM Hummel 2000,” "Goebel Germany,” and the “Bee” symbol.- **Second figurine**: "Goebel W. Germany" and "86".- **Third figurine**: "1950".- **Fourth figurine**: "57/0" and a green dot.Accompanying this set is a commemorative piece marked “HADLEIGH 20th Anniversary 1978-1998,” indicating its limited-edition status as "No. 86 of 100," with a hand-painted signature by the "MASTER PAINTER" dated 17.10.1999.This collection not only highlights the artistic and historic significance of Goebel’s Hummel figurines but also includes specific character portrayals and inscriptions that enhance their collectible value.
**Graded DC Comics: Tales of the Green Lantern Corps #2 (1981)** This offering features a professionally graded copy of *Tales of the Green Lantern Corps #2*, published by DC Comics in June 1981. Encased in a CGC protective slab, the comic is graded 8.5 (Very Fine Plus) with white pages, ensuring its collectibility and preservation. - **Publisher**: DC Comics - **Condition**: CGC graded 8.5 (Very Fine Plus) - **Page Quality**: White pages - **Cover Art**: Depicts Green Lantern characters in a dramatic post-battle scene with bold red and green hues. The cover text reads, "The entire corps lies sprawled in dismal defeat!" ### Additional Features: - **Back Cover**: Donruss Major League Baseball Cards promotional art for the First Edition Collector Series (1981), showcasing player cards including Mike Schmidt and George Brett. - **Encapsulation**: Clear CGC slab for protection and authenticity, with visible certification details. A sought-after piece for comic and sports memorabilia collectors alike, highlighting iconic DC storytelling and classic MLB branding.
Collection of Vintage Industrial and Safety ItemsA group of four vintage industrial and safety-related items primarily crafted from brass, associated with mining and safety equipment, and including a fire extinguisher. 1. **E. Thomas & Williams Miner’s Lamp** A tall brass miner’s safety lamp measuring approximately 20–25 cm in height. Features include a cylindrical glass insert, structural frame bars, perforated domed brass cap for ventilation, and a wick mechanism within the central chamber. Markings on the lamp read: - "E. THOMAS & WILLIAMS LTD" - "ABERDARE" This piece originates from Wales, produced by a manufacturer known for mining equipment.2. **Small Brass Safety Lamp** A smaller brass miner’s lamp, standing approximately 10 cm tall. It features a simplified design with patina and signs of corrosion on the top section. Its form mirrors larger miner’s safety lamps with a central glass housing for illumination. The markings are faint due to age and oxidation.3. **CEAG Mining Lantern** A brass inspection or mining lantern approximately 18–22 cm in height. It features a wooden grip handle, a cylindrical body, and a protruding circular glass lens framed by a grid for protection. Embossed text on the side identifies it: - "C.F.K.E" Likely employed as a portable carbide or electric light in industrial settings.4. **Minimax Fire Extinguisher** A cylindrical brass fire extinguisher measuring approximately 30 cm in length, labelled: - "MINIMAX – FIRE EXTINGUISHER" - Includes operational instructions and manufacturer details. Manufactured by Minimax Ltd, known for producing firefighting equipment in the mid-20th century. This piece likely dates to the 1950s or 1960s and uses carbon tetrachloride, a fluid no longer in use due to safety regulations.This collection encompasses items from the late 19th to mid-20th century, reflecting both mining and safety equipment histories. Key brands include E. Thomas & Williams of Aberdare and CEAG Ltd, notable for their contributions to industrial safety standards.
DC Comics Presents: a run of 25 comics including No. 26 featuring the 1st appearance of the New Teen Titans + 47 featuring 1st comic book appearance of He-Man and Skeletor (DC Comics, 1980 onwards).This lot features:DC comics Presents (1st series) Nos. 26-50.Notable issues include:No 26: Superman & Green Lantern story. Featuring the 1st appearance of the New Teen Titans in preview story. 1st full appearances of Raven, Cyborg and Starfire. Key DC issue. High-Grade condition.No. 47: 1st appearance of He-Man, Skeletor and Masters of the Universe in Comics.Creators: Story by Marv Wolfman. Cover by Jim Starlin. Interior art by Jim Starlin, George Perez, Dick Giordano and Steve Mitchell. All copies 1st print, US Cents editions.Complete without cut coupons or missing pages.~(25)Condition Report: High-Grade condition.
DC and Marvel Comic books: A group of 40 Bronze age comics (DC / Marvel Comics, 1972 onwards).A collection of 40 American comic issues from popular American comic book publishers Marvel and DC Comics. Issues range with various issues selected from major Bronze-Age titles. Some sequential runs included. Titles include: Superman Family, Fantastic Four, Invincible Iron Man, Tarzan Presents Edgar Rice Burrough Weird Worlds, Walt Disney, The House of Mystery, Sgt. Rock, Green Lantern, Hawkman, Justice League of America, Teen Titans, and others.All copies 1st print. US Cents copies included.Issues complete without cut coupons or missing pages.Issues bagged and boarded in brand new Silver-Age size polypropylene bags and boards.~(40)Condition Report: Mid-Grade condition.
Green Lantern No. 77 + 78 a pair of notable issues featuring Neal Adams art and key Black Canary Begins storyline (DC comics, 1970).This lot features:Green Lantern (2nd series) No. 77, 78.Creators: Story by Denny O'Neil, art and cover by Neal Adams, inks by Frank Giacoia.Both issues 1sprints, US Cents Editions. Issues complete without cut coupons, missing value stamps or missing pages.Bagged and boarded in new polypropylene bags and boards.~(2)Condition Report: Mid-Grade condition.
Green Lantern: a run of 6 Silver-age comics featuring classic Neal Adams Green Lantern covers and art (DC Comics, 1970/71).This lot features:Green Lantern (2nd series) Nos. 76, 77, 78, 79, 80, 82.1stprint, US Cents copies.Issues complete without cut coupons, missing value stamps or missing pages.Issues comes bagged and boarded in new polypropylene bags and boards.~(6)Condition Report: Comics in lot vary from Low to Mid-Grade condition.
A vintage Sidney Herbert magic lantern, featuring an original brass lens engraved "Darlot Paris," accompanied by a collection of authentic accessories. The set is housed in its original wooden case, stamped with "Sidney Herbert, 22 Milk Street, Boston." The Darlot Paris lens, a high-quality optical component, adds significant historical and collectible value. Issued: Late 19th to early 20th centuryDimensions: 14.75"HCondition: Age related wear. Functionality not guaranteed.
A rare and antique Marcy's Sciopticon magic lantern projector, featuring a sturdy wooden case and original brass lens components. This early projection device, patented in the late 19th century, was used for projecting images using oil or gas light before the advent of electric projectors. The wooden case is intact with functional latches, and the brass lens assembly remains well-preserved, showcasing the innovative design of the period. Marcy's Sciopticon was renowned for its use in educational and entertainment settings, making this an important collectible for enthusiasts of optical history. Issued: c. 1870Dimensions: 14.5"HCondition: Age related wear. Functionality not guaranteed.
Charming ivory color porcelain collection pieces featuring 1 pumpkin candleholder with a Jack O Lantern design and gilded stem, 1 elegant butterfly shaped tray with gold trimmed edges, 1 heart shaped trinket dish adorned with a raised floral motif and gold trim, and 1 festive Christmas wreath plate featuring a vibrant holly and berry design dated Christmas 1990. All the pieces feature the Lenox backstamp. Dimensions of tallest item: 4.5"H x 4.25" dia. Dimensions: See DescriptionCountry of Origin: United StatesCondition: Age related wear.