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Click here to subscribeA late 19th century lantern clock, in the 17th century style, the four pillar, weight driven movement with strapped bell, urn finials and pierced crestings, the brass face with Roman numerals to chapter ring and lions head and wreath engraving surrounding 'Thomas Wheeler near the French church, Londini', on turned ball feet, 13in. (33cm.) high.* Thomas Wheeler was an active lantern clock maker from the mid 1650s in London.
Registration No: EX 6915 Chassis No: D236 MOT: ExemptJAP-engined V-twin MorganSubject to a comprehensive body and engine overhaul in 2003Affectionately known as 'Castrol' and previously displayed at the Haynes International Motor MuseumIn need of light recommissioningAn ingenious concept, HFS Morgan built his first three-wheeler in 1909. Based around a tubular steel frame, its low centre of gravity and advanced 'sliding pillar' independent front suspension endowed it with excellent road-holding. Progressively developed, the single rear-wheel-driven platform played host to a variety of JAP, Matchless, Blackburne, Anzani and Ford powerplants over the years (though, the prototype used a Peugeot unit). Fearsome competition cars, Morgan three-wheelers driven by the likes of HFS himself, Clive Lones and Harold Beart acquitted themselves well on race circuits and trial stages alike (Mrs Gwenda Stewart recorded 115.66mph during a record run at Montlhery in 1930). An evolution of the JAP powered Aero model, the Super Sports appeared in 1927. By 1933 Morgan's three-wheeler chassis could be ordered with four types of body, namely: Super Sports, Sports Two-Seater, Sports Family and Family. The Super Sports was notable for its chromium-plated exhaust pipes that run the length of the body. Interest in Morgans of this period has never waned and, if anything, increased in recent times - the company's inspired decision to create a modern three-wheeler having brought the early cars to the attention of a new audience.Built in 1933 and fitted from new with an 1100cc water-cooled JAP V-twin engine, little is known of the early history of chassis D236. However, a note from a previous owner suggests that the sporting three-wheeler was laid up during World War II and remained off the road until 1952, when it was subject to a rebuild and registered as ‘EX 6915’ which has been retained to this day. Evidence suggests that the car was used for racing during the years between its first rebuild and acquisition by the previous owner in 2010, and a recent chance sighting of a photograph of the car at a sporting event was found by our specialist hanging on the wall at the Fox & Hounds pub near Godstone, Surrey attesting to this.A note on file from the previous owner shows that the car was subject to a second complete overhaul in 2003 and painted in the current colour scheme of Castrol Green & Red, which resulted in the two-seater becoming fittingly known as ‘Castrol’. Upon acquisition, it was noted by the previous owner that the JAP engine was fitted with a racing camshaft, which was swapped back to a standard camshaft to make it more usable on the road, along with the fitment of electronic ignition and a new Amal carburettor. Such was the standard of ‘Castrol’, that in 2019 it was chosen by the Haynes International Motor Museum to be on exhibition with several other Morgans to represent the marque. Unfortunately, the previous owner’s age meant that his collection of Morgans ended up being laid-up for several years and when they needed to be sold off the vendor stepped in and purchased ‘Castrol’ and a more modern 2012 stablemate as non-running projects. A significant lack of time now means that both cars will be sold at our Buxton auction and are both offered 'as found' by the vendor in non-running condition in need of mechanical work, although it is noted by the vendor that both cars’ engines turn over and roll freely. The vendor has also noted that the bodywork is very straight, although cosmetically the paint and chrome has suffered from storage and may need some work if perfection is sought.Seldom do these pre-war three-wheelers get offered at this price level as they remain incredibly sought after. We feel that ‘Castrol’ would make a very rewarding project for any prospective purchaser. It is offered with a history 'write-up' from the previous owner and its UK V5C Registration Document. For more information, please contact: Lucas Gomersall lucas.gomersall@handh.co.uk 07484 082430
A George II figured walnut longcase clock with moonphase, alarm and annualcalendar by John Crolee, London c.1755the 13" arched brass dial with moonphase to arch with a band of engraving above and hemispheres below, silvered chapter ring with Roman numerals, minute track and outer Arabic seconds, calendar aperture, subsidiary seconds and alarm dials, and either side of the seconds ring two large cutouts in the form of sectors with scrolled bevelled edges, on the left side is shown the day of the week and ruling deity on the right the month and its zodiacal sign, strike/silent regulation at 9 o'clock and female mask spandrels, signed John Crolee, five pillar rack striking movement on a bell, brass cased weights, the case crossbanded and chequer strung, the arched hood covered in tooled leather and surmounted by gilt brass flambeau finials, over a glazed door blind fret frieze flanked by fluted and brass strung columns, the sides glazed, the trunk with arched door and gently curved sides, on a box base raised on a double plinthheight including finials 241.5cm.Condition: Winds, ticks and runs however no guarantee can be offered as to the full working order. Winding key, pendulum and weights present. Some veneer to base absent. Some of these pieces are detached but present. Shrinkage cracks to trunk either side of the break arch of the door. Good professional restoration to base Literature: Robinson, (Tom) "The Longcase Clock", illustrated and described p. 285. suggesting possible Dutch influence in type of calendar and in provision of alarm Derek Roberts, Fine Antique Clocks,
A Great War ‘Western Front’ M.M. pair awarded to Sergeant T. J. Badcoe, 3rd Regiment, South African Infantry, who was decorated for capturing a German pill box in Belgium on 20 September 1917 Military Medal, G.V.R. (550 Sjt: T. J. Badcoe. 3/S.A Inf:); 1914-15 Star (Pte. T. J. Badcoe 10th Infantry) traces of adhesive to reverse of both, very fine and better (2) £300-£400 --- M.M. London Gazette 14 January 1918. The original recommendation states: ‘During the operations to [the] north of the Ypres-Zonnebeke railway on 20 September 1917, Sergeant Badcoe with a few men took part in the attack on Potsdam. He captured one of the enemy pillar boxes and showed bravery and determination throughout the operations.’ Thomas James Badcoe was born in Portsmouth in 1876, and having emigrated to South Africa witnessed initial service with the Witwatersrand Rifles and South African Constabulary before attesting for the 3rd South African Infantry at Potchefstroom on 17 August 1915. Posted to Egypt on 29 December 1915, and France from 15 April 1916 to 27 November 1917, he was awarded the Military Medal for gallantry during the Battle of Passchendaele, before being sent back to England as unfit for further active military service. Disembarked at Cape Town on H.M.T. Cawdor Castle on 24 April 1919, he was demobilised at Maitland in May 1919. Sold with copied service record and recommendation for the award.
An early 18th century walnut cased eight day longcase clock signed 'William Tomlinson, London', the flat top hood with an arched pediment and freestanding pillars flanking the 30cm brass and silvered break arch dial with a makers roundel over a subsidiary seconds dial and date aperture, enclosing the five pillar movement striking on a saucer bell, all set to a figured walnut case with an arched mirrored door, upon a reduced plinth base, 220cm high, two weights and pendulum (at fault)
A George III mahogany eight-day longcase clock, signed ' James Butler, Bolton', the twin swan neck and fretwork pediment over a verre églomisé panel and fluted pillars flanking the 34cm square brass dial, centred with a painted moon phase and date aperture, signed to the chapter ring and engraved with a religious verse, enclosing the four pillar eight day movement striking on a saucer bell, above the case with a shaped door flanked by conforming pilasters, upon ogee bracket feet, two weights and pendulum, 234cm high
A George III yew wood tripod table, with tilt top, 70cm h, 38cm diam Top original to base, pleasing old colour and patina, localised old worm to upper part of pillar, legs unbroken with early iron plate to underside, one leg with old knot hole or similar at top but no evidence of having been broken/repaired, couple of old minor ring marks on top with plate shrinkage crack, the block original
A George IV mahogany library table or 'rent table', the tooled leather inset rotating top with four drawers, each with ivory lettered A, B, C, or D alternating with dummy drawers, on turned pillar on quadruple legs with brass castors, 78cm h, 120cm diam Please note Mellors & Kirk have applied for an exemption licence for the ivory in this lot. Ref: AAC24LPF Extensively faded having for many decades being displayed in the bay window of a large drawing room, but structurally sound and in original conditionBrass locks and pairs of knobs all present
An early Victorian rosewood rectangular card table, the baize lined hinged top with rounded corners, the cushion frieze with foliate scroll spandrels, on a square stepped pillar quatrefoil platform and acanthus carved scroll splayed feet, terminating in castors, 92cm width, 79cm height, 47cm depth.
A GEORGE IV MAHOGANY DROP LEAF TABLE CIRCA 1830 With frieze drawer above a pillar and outswept legs 72cm high, 64cm wide, 137cm wide (when open), 108cm deep Condition Report: PLEASE NOTE: ALL LOTS IN THIS AUCTION ARE NOT AVAILABLE TO VIEW Please note the below condition report is the only one available. With wear, marks, knocks and scratches commensurate with age and use Some old chips, splits, and losses Handles probably replaced, or certainly re-attached Losses and scratches to veneer, see images White surface deposits, would benefit from a cleanThe above report is supported with additional images which can be sent via a link. Please 'Ask a Question' to request these images. For any further enquiries please contact the department directly. PLEASE NOTE: ALL LOTS WILL BE AVAILABLE TO COLLECT FROM SACKVILLE WEST STORAGE IN ANDOVER, SP10 3SA, TWO DAYS AFTER THE AUCTION. Condition Report Disclaimer
A modern novelty silver inkwell,maker's mark worn, Birmingham 1970,in the form of a pillar box, hinged cover with a gadrooned, to the interior a glass inkwell, gilt crowned royal initials, inscribed 'A nos bons amis du Crédit du Nord en témoignage de notre gratitude pour l'aimable concourse qu'ils nous ont prêté sans réserve à l'occasion de la grève des postiers britanniques en 1971. Midland Bank, Londres', height 17.6cm, approx. weight 14.2oz.Provenance: A Private Collection.
A Victorian novelty gilt metal combination pillar box,by P & F Schafer, 22 Piccadilly, London circa 1880,pillar post box form, a stamp compartment to the hinged enamel top, the hinged top reveals a candlestick with a spring interior base, the front opens to reveal a swivelling candlestick and a card compartment, to the interior side of the door is a matchstick slot and striker, the base swings open to reveal an inkwell, height 17.3cm. Provenance: A Private Collection.
An Edwardian silver money box, by Saunders & Shepard, Birmingham 1902,pillar box form, the hinged cover with a clasp attachment to the front and a pierced slot to the top, felt lined interior, and a later silver heart-shaped lock with the maker's mark L.C, London 1980, height 10cm, total approx. weight 2.8oz. (2)Provenance: A Private Collection.
A Regency mahogany wall clock, 19th century, by Robert Molyneux & Sons, London, the silvered 9-inch dial with Roman numerals, outer minute divisions and blued-steel spade and pointer hands, the five-pillar movement with single gut fusee, the brass-inlaid case with cast bezel, side opening, and further door to the base,17cm wide13cm deep45cm highCondition ReportSurface wear and tarnish to face. Some cracks, breaks, losses and repairs to case. Keys lacking, so we are unable to test the movement and would recommend inspection by a professional. The hands appear to be original. Please see the additional images. No pendulum present.
An oak and mahogany long case clock, early 19th century, having a signed and painted 12 inch square dial, subsidiary seconds dial, rolling date dial, twin winding holes for a brass 8-day four pillar weight driven movement, striking on a bell, the case with crossbanded panel door, height 196cm
(John) Bryson, Dalkeith, early 19th Century flame mahogany 8 day longcase clock, signed 13" painted break arch Roman dial with subsidiary date and seconds dials, the arch painted with two deer in rural scene, inlaid trunk with 1/4 fluted pilasters, apron frieze on bracket feet, two train four pillar rack striking movement on a bell, painted pendulum bob, oval weights, H216cm
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