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Click here to subscribeA GEORGE III QUAKER MAP SAMPLER DATED 1783 Woven inscription 'A New Map of England and Wales worked at Tottenham by Ann Hopkins Smith 1783', in later glazed frame the sampler approximately 54cm x 47.5cm, the frame 62cm x 56cm Provenance: Works of Art from the collection of the late Roger Warner Esq, offered by his family "... be patterns, be examples in all countries... that your carriage and life may preach among all sorts of people and to them; then you will come to walk cheerfully over the world, answering that of God in everyone." George Fox The Quaker or Society of Friends movement was established in Tottenham in the late 17th century with George Fox recording his visit to the movement in 1689 and the Tottenham Monthly Meeting established in 1691. Ann Hopkins Smith (1768-1851) and her sister Mary Smith (1770-1857) were devout Quakers and neither of them married. Ann became a noted philanthropist as well as participating in many social causes such as the anti-slavery movement and penitentiary reform. Her obituary in 1852 records the numerous legacies she left together with the substantial number of building works, good works and charitable deeds executed within her lifetime. Condition Report: With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. all details seem to be hand stitched The whole with rumpling and puckering as surface has pulled between threading. Staining to margins notably lower left corner, lower edge, left hand edge and scattered spot and water stains throughout. Creasing and fold marks, colour muting and wear. Loose threads and some loss around stitching- see around Yarmouth East Anglia and sections of main writing "England" for example. Unexamined out of sealed frame- frame with knocks and losses and wear.The whole will greatly benefit from remedial work, restretching and flattening- if possible. 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
A George V needlework sampler, signed by 'Ann Calvert Aged 12 Years' and dated 1836, worked in predominantly red and green threads with verse and spot motif pattern, including baskets of flowers, trees, birds and stags,48 x 41cm, framed and glazedProvenance: Christie's, 'The Edward James Collection', 6 June 1986, lot 2052.Condition ReportA few holes and small areas of wear to the canvas ground. Pictorial and verse threads in good order.
A grass sampler display by Sutton & Sons, c.1930, titled 'Useful Grasses/Useless Grasses', inscribed to the reverse 'Presented to the Royal Veterinary College by Messrs Sutton and Sons Ltd., June 1933',50 x 82cm, mounted and glazedProvenance: Given to the present vendor c.1970s by the farm manager at the Royal Veterinary College, North Mymms.Condition ReportChip to the glass top right. Display good - card with some stains.
A Regency needlework sampler, by M A Clifton, dated 'Sepbr. 19th 1821', worked in multicoloured silks and wools on linen, with a verse to the centre above two large beehives surrounded by bees, flanked by columns surmounted by flowering urns, a floral wreath and garland,34 x 30cm, in a glazed and ripple-moulded frameCondition ReportFrame size 51 x 48cm. Overall the sampler is in good condition. Colours good. Small fray to upper right edge. Moderate water marks to the right edge. Soot/dust to the lower right hand edge. Small areas of stitching missing to the named 'plaque'. There's two small pieces of moulding missing to the bottom edge of the frame. Light wear to the frame. Wear and cracks to the gilt slip. Fittings strong and ready for hanging. Please see additional images.
An early 19th century Welsh traditional tapestry sampler, 'Margaret Thomas aged 12 1845'. 38x29cm approx. Framed and glazed with gilt slip, together with another traditional needlework sampler by 'A Mogridge January 22nd 1878'. 30x31cm approx. Framed and glazed. (2) (B.P. 21% + VAT). The earlier sampler appears in good condition generally, retaining decent colour, the later sampler has a number of small moth holes overall an is within a modern frame.
A Victorian needlework and painted silk study depicting a child with egg housed in a verre eglomise frame, the needlework 31 cm x 25 cm together with a Victorian sampler inscribed variously with numbers, letters and a biblical verse Jeremiah 17 verse 78 by Elizabeth Hadler, her work December 8 1847 aged seven years, 41 cm x 41 cm (2)
George III silk work sampler by Mary Iones, School 'Miftrefs in Bath' September 29 1769, and finished by her daughter Ann Noble Aged 11 1796, finely worked with central panel of the Garden of Eden, with Adam and Eve flanking the tree of life entwined with the serpent, detailed with religious verse 'God hath faid ye [...] not eat of it neither [...] touch it ieft ye die', further detailed with various motifs including angels, figures, trees and flowers, within a flowering vine border, in a birds eye maple frame, overall H495cm W40cm
George III silk work sampler by Charlotte Barnards, 1800, finely worked with verse 'The bow'r of romance and bliss [...] to disappear Repent and walk in faith and love You'll find an eden here', further detailed with various motifs including flowering cornucopia and urn, flowering vines and roses, and a stag, within a flowering vine border, in an oak frame, overall H48cm W37cm
George IV sampler by Mary Ann Jones, October 13th 1826, finely worked with religious verse 'When any turn fron Zions way Alas what numbers do Me thinks I hear my Savior say Wilt thou forsake me too 2d Ah Lord with such a heart as mine Unless thou hold me fast I feel I must I shall decline And Prove like them at last', above a flowering basket, and surmounted by a gilt Chinese pagoda, within a flowering vine border, in an oak frame, overall H46cm W29.5cm
Victorian sampler by Elizabeth Mary Nicholson aged 15, dated 1863, worked with religious verse 'Be Thou faithful Unto death and I will give three a crown of life. Faith is the brightest evidence Of things beyond our sight, Breaks through the cloud of flesh and sense And dwells in Heavenly light. it sets time past time present view. Brings distant prospects home,... Of things a thousand years ago. Or a thousand years to come. Come dearest lord descend and dwell... By faith and love in every breast. then shall we know and taste and feel. The joys that cannot be expressed... Blessed are the pure in hearts. Prepared their God to see... Jesus to my soul impart.. Thou God seest me...', worked with various motifs including Adam and Eve flanking the tree of life entwined with the serpent, angels, birds, flowering urns, and trees, within a flowering vine border, in lacquered frame, overall H67cm W65.5cm
VARIOUS NEEDLE & BERLIN WOOLWORK including religious needlework, peacock and sampler, dated 1826 (8)Comments: poor condition in places, glass cracked, sampler faded with unusual stains and marks throughout, viewing recommendedProvenance: The Cornelia Bayley Collection from Plas Teg, an important Jacobean house in Flintshire, North Wales Plas Teg: Once in a Generation Welsh House Clearance — Rogers Jones CoNote: the auction lots are contained in a warehouse near Wrexham. Viewing can be arranged by appointment by calling Richard Hughes on 07593 181017. Purchased lots require collection by appointment once invoices are settled and strictly within ten days (maximum) from the auction date. Purchases which are not collected by this time will incur a charge of £50 per item per day. Please note that most HGV vehicles can enter the warehouse for convenient collection, but we do not offer assistance for heavy and large objects, please be prepared.
JAZZ 7" EP COLLECTION - a collection of approximately 338 Jazz 7" EPs. Collection to include: Charlie Barnet and His Orchestra - Flying Home - Everest (EVY 45 7007), Lu Watters' Yerba Buena Jazz Band - S/T EP - Good Time Jazz (EPG 1169), Various - RCA Victor Jazz Sampler "From Hot To Cool" - RCA Victor (SPA-7-3), Teddy Wilson Trio, Shorty Rogers and His Giants, Ahmad Jamal, The Modern Swedes, Lee Konitz Quintet, Cy Laurie Band, The Roland Kirk Quartet, Benny Goodman and His Orchestra, Cab Calloway, Roberta Sherwood, Sarah Vaughan, Bird & Diz, and more. The collection is generally in VG to Ex condition, and are housed in clear plastic wallets.
SOUL, FUNK, AND DISCO LP COLLECTION - a collection of approximately 76 Soul, Funk, and Disco LPs. Collection to include: Rare Earth, Marvin Gaye, Otis Redding, Major Lance, Buddy Guy, Bobby Bland, Gene Chandler, Freda Payne, Howlin' Wolf, B.B. King, Professor Longhair, Bob & Earl, Maxine Nightingale, Rufus and Chaka Khan, James Brown, Jimmy McCracklin, Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell, Freeez, The Ramsey Lewis Trio, Martha & The Vandellas, Four Tops, Millie Jackson, Dorothy Moore, Various - A Little Bit Of Soul Sampler, Patti Boulaye, and more. The collection is generally in VG condition, with some dropping below.
A George III silkwork picture, late 18th / early 19th century, embroidered in black thread on silk depicting a pastoral landscape with figures and animals in front of a farmhouse, the reverse inscribed This Sampler was worked by Miss Atkins (born 1770) Godmother & Great Grandmother Too late? framed and glazed, picture - 19.7 x 29cm; frame - 29.8 x 39cm
A George VI sampler, embroidered by Patricia Strong, dated 1948, Celebrating the birth of Charles Philip Arthur George, First Child of their Royal Highnesses The Duke & Duchess of Edinburgh, embroidered with various United Kingdom Commonwealth realms/countries and their national plants, verse to centre above Buckingham Palace, 42cm x 27.5cm, framed;
12" COLLECTABLES PACK. A pack of 7 x collectable 12". Artists/ Titles are Madonna (exclusive picture disc, 0252766401), The Style Council Our Favourite Shop (Club Mix), Kraftwerk - Instore Sampler (KRAFT 001), Dirty - Hard Corps, Hard Corps - Je Suis Passee, The Rolling Stones - Saint Of Me and Kid 'N' Play. The condition is generally Ex to Ex+.
GOLDFRAPP - LP/ 12"/ 7" PACK. A smashing pack of 11 LPs/ 12"/ 7" by Goldfrapp. Titles include Felt Mountain (Mute STUMM 188, 2000 issue), Tales Of Us (STUMM 356, gatefold sleeve & poster), Silver Eye (STUMM 399, gatefold sleeve & 2 art prints), The Love Invention – Alison Goldfrapp solo album (BRASSIC 128 LPP, Limited purple vinyl & Signed OBI strip, No: 107 of 300 copies), Felt Mountain 2 track promo album sampler (PSTUMM 188), Lovely Head (12 MUTE 247, promo sticker on rear), Train (P12 MUTE 291, double promo 12”), Caravan Girl (MUTE 401, Numbered picture disc: 3536), Happiness (MUTE 392, Numbered picture disc: 0801), A&E (MUTE 389, Numbered picture disc: 0469) and Satin Chic (MUTE 368, Numbered picture disc: 3881). Condition is generally VG+ to Ex+.
PYE ROCK SAMPLER/ THE ROLLING STONES/ PROCOL HARUM - LP PACK. A fine selection of 4 LPs. Artists/ titles include Various - PYE Sales Sampler (PSA6, 1971 UK 12-track white label PYE label sampler. Record VG+/ white card sleeve with pasted release information on is VG+), The Rolling Stones inc Sticky Fingers (COC 59100, UK press with insert and (small) zipper sleeve. A1/ B3 matrix. Record Ex/ zipper sleeve VG+), Aftermath (SKL 4786, UK unboxed labels. 5W/ 1W matrix. VG+/ VG+) and Procol Harum - Procol's Ninth (CHR 1080, printed signatures on all stock copies. Includes insert. Ex+/ Ex).
JULIAN COPE - LP/ 12"/ 10" PACK (INC PROMOS). A smashing pack of 13 LPs/ 12"/ 10" by Julain Cope. Titles include Peggy Suicide (Island ILPSD 9977, Numbered promo double album in a handwritten plaingatefold sleeve with a 3-page press release stapled inside #21 of just 50 copies, inc bonus Safe Surfer sticker), Saint Julian (x2) inc (Island STIL 876317, US test pressing) & (Island ILPS 9861, UK test pressing with note on label saying ‘Stamper is splitting’), Fried (Mercury MADOX 5, pre-release sample disc), Peggy Suicide (Island PR12 6667-1, US 6-track promo only sampler), Sunshine Playroom (Mercury COPE 112), World Shut Your Mouth (Island 12 ISX 290, Trouble funk remix), Trampolene (x2) inc (Island 12ISDJ 305) & (Island PR 2000, US promo), East Easy Rider/Easty Risin’ (Island 12ISX 492), You Disappear From View (Mercury TEAR 812), Tiny Children (Mercury TEAR 712), Colours Fly Away (Mercury TEAR 612, in stamped sleeve and including a press release). Condition is generally VG+ to Ex+, odd on may drop below.
Beautiful Lladro porcelain figurine titled First Sampler, model number 01005767. Designed by Jose Puche and released in 1991, this touching figurine captures a mother gently guiding her young daughter as she embroiders her first sampler. The composition reflects Lladro's signature artistry, featuring soft pastel tones, flowing garments, and intricate detailing that convey warmth and tenderness. A lovely addition to any collection, this piece is marked with the Lladro backstamp and comes with its original box. Artist: Jose PucheIssued: 1991 - 1995Dimensions: 12"HCountry of Origin: SpainCondition: Age related wear.
Collection of Approximately 70 Vintage Vinyl Records This collection features around 70 vintage 12-inch vinyl records, primarily LPs with some singles, housed in their original cardboard sleeves. Labels include Stiff Records, Island Records, Columbia, Proto Records, 2 Tone Records, R&S Records, and Factory Records. Notable artists and titles include Paul Simon (*Graceland*), Grace Jones (*Island Life*), Madness (*Complete Madness*), Depeche Mode, Gary Numan, Devo, and Brian Eno. Genres range widely, encompassing rock, pop, new wave, electronic, ambient, and more. The lot includes various rarities such as white-label pressings, promotional copies, remixes, and limited editions like Erasure’s *It Doesn’t Have To Be (Limited Edition Remix)* and Depeche Mode’s *Behind The Wheel (Remixed by Shep Pettibone)*. Visible spines display distinct typography and design elements, with some bearing identifiers like "Synaesthesia – Feel The Dream" (Vinyl Solution, STORM 44/18336). Sleeves show general signs of age and wear, including edge fraying, minor scuffing, and fading, but remain structurally intact. This diverse collection offers significant appeal to vinyl enthusiasts, collectors, and those interested in vintage music history.Apollo 440 - Astral America, Atomix - Perception Records DJ Promo Copy, Depeche Mode - Master and Servant, Trance Mission - 571 020, 10 Days in an Elevator - Chakk, Paul Simon - Graceland, Robot - A Discocomedy, Madness - Complete Madness, Erasure - Abba-esque: The Remixes, Unknown White Label - Smaller, Flexing Records - Unknown Record, Hard Corps - Je Suis Passée, Mike Oldfield - Ommadawn, New Beat - Take 4 (A.B. Sounds), Deacon Blue - Raintown, Japan - Gentlemen Take Polaroids, SPK - Machine Age Voodoo, Hard Corps - Lucky Charm, Grace Jones - Island Life, Madness - One Step Beyond..., Portion Control - Purge, The B Sides - Volume Three, Lil' Louis & The World - I Called You / French Kiss, Bass Base - Hi Liner, Jah & Spoon - Tales From A Danceographic Ocean, Snap! - Rhythm Is A Dancer, Dream Frequency - Take Me (Featuring Debbie Sharp), Unknown White Label, Mariah Carey - Dreamlover, Ven A Gozar - Unknown Compilation, The Disease - Industrial Records (White Label), Constant Bliss - Unknown Compilation, Synaesthesia - Feel The Dream, De'Lacy - Hideaway (Slip N Slide), Altern 8 - The Vertigo EP, Unknown Red Label Vinyl, Front 242 - Masterhit (Part II & III), Divine - The Story So Far, Billy Orbit - Unknown Record, Depeche Mode - Behind The Wheel (Remixed By Shep Pettibone), Contagious Records - Unknown Red Label Record, Unknown Orange Label Vinyl (Possibly Acid House Compilation), Wildcat - No Turning Back, City Limits - Unknown Compilation, Bio Rhythms - Deck 8-9 I See The Music (Volume 1), Ultraviolet - Kites, Unknown White Label - Broken Vinyl (Balearic Beats Vol. 2), Devo - Peek-A-Boo!, The Cornkisters - Willie Kemp, Tony Wright, Curly Mackay, Love Parasite - Unknown Record, Sonic Solution - Music (R&S Records), Guerilla Records - Code Red, Guerilla Records - Unknown Track, Ambient - Compilation (Volume Unknown), Wild Keyboard - White Label, Fate - A Matter of Attitude, Marillion - Holidays in Eden, The Specials - Self-titled (2 Tone Records), Warrant - Dirty Rotten Filthy Stinking Rich, Guerilla Records - Unknown Track (Code Red Label), C'hantal - The Realm (Powertraxx), Time (Possibly Tropical House Label), Cypress Hill - Self-titled Album or Single, New Beat Sampler - Sound of Belgium, Yazoo - Situation Remix, Quireboys - A Bit of What You Fancy, Yashar - Factory Records (Manchester England), Gary Numan - Assassin, Gary Numan - Living Ornaments '80, Club for Heroes - Compilation of New Romantic Hits, Erasure - It Doesn’t Have to Be (Limited Edition Remix)
**Vinyl Records Collection Featuring Prominent Artists and Genres** This curated collection of vintage 12" vinyl records consists of notable releases spanning diverse genres such as pop, soul, dance, electronic, and experimental music. Each record comes housed in its distinctive original or plain sleeve, showcasing iconic designs and information from various eras. Records Overview: 1. **Michael Jackson – "Who Is It"** - Includes Brothers in Rhythm and Moby remixes. - Label: Epic Records. - Sleeve: Glossy black-and-white photographic cover featuring Michael Jackson. Spine reads "WAP 53." 2. **Sade – "Diamond Life"** - CBS Records release, catalog number "CBS 81800." - Sleeve: Classic monochrome cover featuring Sade Adu with minimalist typography. 3. **Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes – "Don't Leave Me This Way"** - A soul classic showcasing the era's hallmark sound. - Sleeve: Featuring band artwork, text prominently displaying title and group name. 4. **Eon – "Fear: The Mindkiller"** - Label: Storm Records, catalog reference "Storm 28." - Sleeve: Yellow-and-black psychedelic design featuring bold text and a stylised face motif. 5. **Johnny Cash – "Everybody Loves a Nut"** - CBS Records release with illustrated artwork depicting whimsical cartoon imagery. - Sleeve: Includes quirky track titles such as "The One on the Right Is on the Left." 6. **Various Artists – Test Pressing "Natureboy"** - Unofficial white-label pressing with distributor stamp "Nomad's Test Pressing." - Vinyl text reads "Natureboy" and includes track references. ### Notable Features:- **Diverse Genres:** From mainstream hits to niche treasures, the collection represents music history through pop, soul, electronic, and experimental tracks. - **Renowned Labels and Artists:** Includes legendary records from Epic Records, CBS Records, Warp Records, and a test pressing for collectors. - **Artistic Sleeve Designs:** Vibrant, iconic album artwork like the minimalist graphic on Sade’s *Diamond Life* and illustrated covers for Johnny Cash inject this collection with visual appeal. - **Highly Collectible:** Features promotional variants, remixes, and white-label pressings that highlight rarity and exclusivity. Each record measures approximately 12 inches and comes in its original or plain protective sleeve. The collection offers an excellent opportunity for music enthusiasts, vinyl collectors, and DJs to acquire a variety of cherished, era-defining records.Spectrum - The Remixes, Loaded - Unknown Record (The Wildchild Experience Vol. 1), R&S Records - Order to Dance, Deya Vu Recordings - Mind of Kane, The Predator - Outer Limits, Kid Unknown - Devastating Beat Creator, Michael Jackson - Who Is It (Brothers in Rhythm & Moby Remixes), The F. - Formula, Sun Electric - O'locco, Liaisons D. - Heartbeat, Ubik - Pagan, New Beat - Take 5 (A.B. Sounds), The Gonzo - Unknown Record, Circuit Breaker - White Label, Well Equipped Records - Unknown Record, E.Motion - The Naughty North & The Sexy South, 2 as One - Take Me, Isotonik - Different Strokes, Collapse - My Love, Junior Boy's Own - Lemon Interupt, Bizarre Inc - Playing with Knives, Lil Louis - Club Lonely, Radical Rhythms - Special Promo Copy, Gary Numan - Warriors, John Foxx - Metamatic, Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes - Don't Leave Me This Way, Simple Minds - Love Song, The Executive Slacks - Rock 'n' Roll, Sade - Diamond Life, Apollo 11 - Flight to the Moon (Narrated by Walter M. Schirra Jr.), Tones on Tail - There's Only One, Nik Kershaw - Dancing Girls, Eon - Fear: The Mindkiller, Digital Boy - This Is Mutha, Sound of Belgium - New Beat Sampler, Brooklyn Beats - Brooklyn's in the House, The Orb - Remix (Unknown Record), Love and Money - All You Need Is..., Pure G.T.O. - Unknown Record, A Certain Ratio - Guess Who?, Plez - Can't Stop, Second Phase - Mentasm, Loaded - Bladerunner (Remake), Digital Excitation - Dream Party, 16 Bit - Hi-Score, Paradiso - 12 Essential Italian Club Cuts, Psycho Team - Bolero, Great Asset - Unknown Record (Distributor's Label)., The Orbital Records - Promotional White Label., Altern 8 - The Vertigo E.P., Go Bang! Records - Quazar., Nexus 21 - Progressive Logic E.P., Johnny Cash - Everybody Loves A Nut., Natureboy - The Living Groove., The Well Charged Latinos - Unknown Record., The Orb - Little Fluffy Clouds., Warp City Records - Much Needed E.P., The Orb - U.F.Orb., Bio Rhythm - Dance Music with Depth (Compilation)., Unknown Record - Dub Revolution.
19th century sampler, 'Alice Birtwell, Work, Finished, September 9 1847', 'Solomons Temple', impressive building embroidery with words above, flanked by angel trumpeters 'When Solomons temple was raised, Its grander no mortal can tell, The Lord by his people was praised, He descended among them to dwell, This building was set on moria, Enriched with much silver and gold, For to represent the mesiah, Who should die for the sheep of is fold', with stylised borders with vine design, 55.5 x 61cm, framed and glazed
A 19th Century needlework Sampler decorated with flowers, birds and buildings surrounding the verse 'Though my earthly lot be small, Earthly good is not my all, This my comfort Lord shall be, All my cares are known to thee', by Helen Caven, aged 14, 1845, Warrington, within rosewood frame 25 1/2in x 18 1/2in