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Lot 984
MIRO JOAN: (1893-1983) Spanish painter. A fine and extremely rare signed pochoir in colours on wove paper, with lithographic inscription at the base, approximately 24.5 x 32 cm, being one of just sixty Hors Commerce examples of Miro´s famous stencil print entitled Aidez l´Espagne (1937; ´Help Spain´), the brightly coloured design (incorporating the strong red and yellow colours of the Spanish and Catalan flags) depicting a Catalan peasant farmer wearing a barretina and with his right fist raised in a loyalist salute, framed above and below by the two words that form the motto, an exhortation to the citizens of neighbouring countries to support the government of the Spanish Republic, then immersed in the Civil War. The French printed text to the lower border states ´Dans la lutte actuelle, je vois du cote fasciste des forces depassees, et de l´autre cote des gens, avec d´immenses ressources creatives qui donneront a l´Espagne un elan qui etourdira le monde´ (Translation: ´In this present battle I see on the fascist side just the outdated forces, and on the other side, the people whose immense creative resources which will give Spain a power which will astonish the whole world´). Marked H.C. and signed (´Miro´) by the artist in pencil at the base. VGAidez l´Espagne was created by Miro in 1937 at the request of the art critic, collector, writer and publisher Christian Zervos with the idea that it could be issued as a one franc postage stamp to raise funds to finance the government of the Spanish Republic. Although Miro was not a deeply political artist, the project was carried out as part of the preparation and setup of the Spanish Republic pavilion for the 1937 Paris International Exposition, for which Miro also contributed his mural The Reaper (also known as The Catalan Peasant in Revolt). Miro´s striking graphic work was never issued as a postage stamp, but instead was published in two editions, of which the present signed Hors Commerce (´out of trade´) example is by far the rarer of the two. The other, unsigned edition, was published in numbers 4-5 of the Cahiers d´Art magazine, also in 1937, and is documented in the Catalogue Raisonné: Miró Recorder (1928-1960) by Jacques Dupin (p.40, No.17).
Lot 83
**Collection of Mid-20th Century Audio Equipment**1. **Pye Model 1005 Record Player** A vintage Pye Model 1005, manufactured in Cambridge, England under CBS Laboratories' licence (UK Patent No. 905802). The unit features a veneered exterior with a blue hard case and integrated speaker grille, characteristic of 1960s portable record players. Electrical specifications: 200-250V, 50Hz AC. Serial No: 804203.2. **KB Westmoreland Audio Amplifier** A mid-century KB Westmoreland amplifier with a veneered wooden casing, beige control panel, and rotary dials for volume, bass, treble, and balance. Includes labelled 3.5mm jacks for guitar, extension speaker, and tape recorder. The robust design and integrated speaker grille reflect 1960s British engineering. Both items exhibit wear consistent with age, making them compelling pieces for vintage audio collectors or enthusiasts.
Lot 125
**Sony TC-133CS Stereo Cassette-Corder with Speakers and Accessories**A vintage **Sony TC-133CS Stereo Cassette-Corder** set, comprising the main cassette recorder unit, two matching external speakers, documentation, and additional features. - **Main Unit**: The cassette recorder features a brushed aluminium control panel with wooden veneered sides. It includes a central cassette deck with operational buttons such as Play, Stop, Rewind, Fast Forward, Record, and Eject. Features include dual **VU meters** for audio monitoring, a tape counter, and switches for **Input Select**, **Tape Select** (Normal/CrO2), and **Recording Mode** (Mono/Stereo). The device has built-in microphone inputs for corresponding channels and a headphone jack. The rear panel highlights voltage adaptability (**110, 127, 220, 240 V ~ 50/60 Hz**) and grounding post, with RCA and DIN ports for audio input/output. The label confirms manufacture by **Sony Corporation, Tokyo, Japan** with serial number **78977**.- **Speakers**: Two wooden-cabinet, rectangular external speakers with retro geometric grille patterns and metallic "Sony" badges. Connected via wired inputs for external use, they match the main cassette unit’s design. Each speaker includes a single top handle for portability.- **Documentation and Accessories**: Accompanied by the original **owner's instruction manual** illustrated with the TC-133CS and its speakers. A vintage-style power cord is also included, indicating mains operation.**Dating**: Manufactured in the early-to-mid-1970s, reflecting popular mid-century aesthetics and technology. This complete set forms a portable stereo audio system typical of its era, appealing to collectors of vintage Sony electronics.
Lot 324
A charming set of two Goebel Hummel figurines, including "Little Tooter" and "Serenade." These hand-painted porcelain figurines were crafted in Western Germany, showcasing the distinctive artistry of Hummel designs. "Little Tooter" features a kneeling boy playing a flute, adorned with a rustic hat and backpack, while "Serenade" depicts a standing boy with a recorder in hand and a wide-brimmed hat. Both pieces display intricate detailing and vibrant colors. Goebel Hummel backstamp. Tallest measures 5"H.Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: See DescriptionCountry of Origin: GermanyCondition: Age related wear. Small chip to brim of hat.
Lot 415
Late Period, 664-332 B.C. An exquisitely modelled figure of a seated ibis on a trapezoidal-shaped plinth, with its beak resting on the slender feather of Maat; light turquoise glaze for the body, plinth, and feather; blue glaze for the tail feathers, feet and neck; head absent. Cf. Andrews, C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994, p.25, no.21f, for a similar example. 3.54 grams, 31 mm (1 1/4 in.). (For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price.) with Bonhams, Knightsbridge, 3 October 2000, no.413. Private collection, Europe.The ibis was considered sacred to the god Thoth. It is likely that the popularity of amulets depicting an ibis resting its beak on the feather of Maat in the funerary sphere is connected to Thoth's role as the recorder of the final judgment of the deceased by the divine tribunal. This tribunal determined if the deceased had lived a virtuous life and could enter the Underworld. This was visually represented by the deceased's heart placed on scales with the feather of Maat; if the heart and feather balanced, eternity was assured.
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