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Click here to subscribeTaxidermy: A Carrion Crow on a Skull Corbel (Corvus corone), modern, by Carl Church, Taxidermy, Pickering, Nth Yks, a high-quality full-mount adult in stooped position with beak agape, perched upon a simulated sandstone church corbel in the form of a human skull, 28cm from the wall, height 37cm, mounted upon a shaped oak shield
Antlers/Horns: Marsh Deer Antlers (Blastocerus dichotomus), circa 1910, adult stag antlers on cut upper skull cap, 10 points (5+5), widest span 50cm, tip to tip 28.5cm, right antler 49.5cm, left antler 49cm, mounted upon an ebonised shaped shield.with CITES Article 10 (non-transferable) licence no. 515945/05 broken point on the left antler.
P D JAMES FIRSTS: 7 Titles: A TASTE FOR DEATH, London, Faber and Faber, 1986, signed; INNOCENT BLOOD, London, Faber and Faber, 1980; SHROUD FOR A NIGHTINGALE, London, Faber and Faber, 1971 [ex libris]; DEATH OF AN EXPERT WITNESS, London, Faber and Faber, 1977; SLEEP NO MORE, London, Faber and Faber, 2017; THE BLACK TOWETR, London, Faber and Faber, 1975THE SKULL BENEATH THE SKIN, London, Faber and Faber, 1982 (7)
P D JAMES FIRST: 7 Titles: THE LIGHTHOUSE, London, Faber and Faber, 2005, signed, A CERTAIN JUSTICE, London, Faber and Faber, 1997, signed; DEATH COMES TO PEMBERLEY, London, Faber and Faber, 2011; THE MURDER ROOM, London, Faber and Faber, 2003, signed; THE SKULL BENEATH THE SKIN, London, Faber and Faber, 1982; DEVICES AND DESIRES, London, Faber and Faber, 1989, SIGNED; DEATH IN HOLY ORDERS, London, Faber and Faber, 2001, SIGNED (7)
A white metal two handled cylindrical bowl with wrythen decoration, bearing ownership initials "E*H*N*M" and with half skull engraved motif, 9.5 cm diameter not including handles x 5.8 cm high, a shallow white metal wrythen engraved embossed dish of flower head form, 12.6 cm diameter, a pair of plated coasters with reeded and foliate decorated rims, 17.3 cm diameter and a small white metal pill box with mother of pearl top and bottom, the top carved with dog chasing a duck by a watermill, 3.5 cm diameter
[MANUSCRIPT ALBUM - EPISTOLARY ROMANCE]ROBELET, CAROLINE JOSEPHINE; and L.V. ALLAIRE; illustrated by HLELENA ROBELET. [Manuscript album of love letters, titled] Oeuvres Choisis de Videtur et Caroline. [Probably Saint-Omer, France]: 1847. Oblong album, dark green leather-backed black bubble-patterned paper over boards, gilt-stamp to upper board, spine gilt tooled, all edges gilt. 5 1/8 x 8 1/4 inches (13 x 20.75 cm); [120] pp. of manuscript text on album leaves, with a later [2] pp. manuscript text signed Henry Frottier explaining the contents of the album inserted at the beginning, and with a [4] pp. manuscript text titled "L'Abbaye Saint-Bertin. Fragment" laid in; with 28 miniature watercolor illustrations in text, one of which is unfinished, including the watercolor title page heightened in gilt, all by Helena Robelet. Some rubbing and wear to boards and spine, front hinge a bit weak and starting but holding soundly, pale spotting to contents; the laid-in bifolium with some creasing and short edge tears. A fascinating French illustrated manuscript album containing a series of letters between Caroline Robelet and L.V. Allaire, a pair of nineteenth-century lovesick paramours. Their correspondence, written in alexandrine verse, calls to mind earlier epistolary romances, such as the letters of Abelard and Heloise. While the circumstances surrounding the album are curious and the authenticity of the letters as a bona fide non-literary correspondence is unverifiable, Oeuvres Choisis de Videtur et Caroline remains a lovely example of French romantic poetry, made all the more charming by its finely rendered watercolor illustrations.According to the introductory text by Henry Frottier, the grand-nephew-in-law of Caroline, the letters were originally written around 1837, ten years before they were carefully transcribed into this album. Caroline, an extremely beautiful twenty-six-year-old, nicknamed "La Perle de St. Omer," was oftentimes sick throughout her life. L. V. Allaire, who uses the pseudonym Videtur in the letters, was a young doctor. While the exact nature of their relationship is unknown, they may have met as doctor and patient before beginning their epistolary relationship. Whatever the case, their love letters, and the accompanying illustrations, abound with medical metaphors and allusions - Videtur, the self-styled "Medecin Morale," refers to his first letter as a "Cataplasme," or poultice. Caroline, in turn, often refers to her suffering and pains, and she employs a clever double-entendre when calling Videtur "the healer of my affections." The still-life illustrations, skillfully executed by Caroline's sister Helena, include items such as a mortar and pestle, anti-splenetic pills, deworming liquor, a skull, a jarred specimen fetus, and many medical books. There are also multiple portraits of Caroline and Videtur, as well as smaller allegorical vignettes. One particularly charming and fanciful illustration shows a book open to its title page. On closer examination, we see that it is the imagined 100th edition of Oeuvres Choisis de Videtur et Caroline, published a century later in 1947.No condition report? Click below to request one. *Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact and Doyle New York shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. Please contact the specialist department to request further information or additional images that may be available.Request a condition report
Attributed to Jose Espinosa de los Monteros and workshop (active in Cuzco, Peru between 1682 and 1688)“Infant Jesus as Vanitas”.Oil on canvas.61,5 x 83 cm.José Espinosa de los Monteros is a significant figure in the history of Peruvian colonial art, he was the closest follower of his father's style, the Peruvian painter Juan Espinosa de los Monteros, “considered to be one of the initiators of the Cuzco school”.His work falls within the Andean baroque, a style characterized by decorative exuberance and a profound syncretism between European traditions and local sensibilities. Although not as well known as other colonial painters such as Cristóbal de Villalpando or Diego Quispe Tito, Espinosa de los Monteros left a remarkable legacy through his work, especially in the portrayal of religious themes. He has a remarkable ability to integrate decorative elements, such as garlands of flowers, and symbolic elements into his compositions, giving his paintings both aesthetic and theological meaning. These characteristics are clearly manifested in the painting we have here of the Child Jesus as Vanitas, where the painter uses a frame of flowers to reinforce the message of the transience of earthly life and the inevitability of death.The work we present here, attributed to Espinosa de los Monteros and his workshop, is a good example of the use of Christian iconography to express complex ideas about life and death. The Infant Jesus is depicted in a state of sleep, leaning on a skull, a memento mori symbol that invites reflection on mortality. However, the tranquility of the Child suggests a serene acceptance of the fate that awaits him, a duality that is common in Christian iconography, where life and death are inextricably linked.The floral frame is another key element of the composition. The flowers, arranged exuberantly around the Child, not only embellish the scene, but also reinforce the theme of vanitas. In the Baroque tradition, flowers often symbolize the transience of life and fleeting beauty, which contrasts with the eternity promised through redemption in Christ. The Latin inscription at the bottom of the work, “EGO DORMIO ETCOR MEVM VIGILAT” (I sleep, but my heart watches), taken from the “Song of Songs” (5:2), underscores constant divine vigilance, even at rest.The works of José Espinosa de los Monteros are scattered over various collections, both in religious institutions and museums. Some of his most important paintings are located in the Cathedral of Lima, where several of his altarpieces and paintings dedicated to Marian devotion are kept. In addition, his work can be found in museums of viceregal art, such as the Museo Pedro de Osma in Lima, which houses a rich collection of Peruvian colonial art. He is also the artist that created the hagiographic series on the life of Saint Teresa (1682), which is preserved in the Cuzco monastery of the same name, as well as the Saint Dominic de Guzmán, which can be found in the main cloister of the Dominican convent.Bibiographical References:- Mujica Pinilla, Ramón. Ángeles apócrifos en la América virreinal: imágenes de serafines y querubines en el arte colonial. Lima: Fondo Editorial del Congreso del Perú, 2008.- Gisbert, Teresa. Iconografía y mitos indígenas en el arte. La Paz: Gisbert y Cía., 1980.- Mesa, José de, y Gisbert, Teresa. Manierismo y barroco en el altiplano. La Paz: Embajada de España en Bolivia, 1983.- Stastny, Francisco. Pintura cuzqueña. Lima: Banco de Crédito del Perú, 1995.- Sánchez, Luis. La pintura en el Virreinato del Perú. Lima: Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos, 1989.
A Tibetan human skull kapala, probably 18th century, the brass domed cover repoussé decorated with lotus and scrolling tendrils above rocks and waves, surmounted with a four-prong vajra finial, the skull cup bowl with removeable red enamelled liner, the exterior with a turquoise and coral set band, length 18.1cm, raised on a triangular metal base cornered with three heads, the sides decorated with repoussé flames above double lotus base, total height 25.4cm. Provenance: the Alain Presencer Collection.
A Tibetan human skull and leather damaru (drum), 18th/19th century, the double-sided drum comprising two skull caps with stretched leather covers, the white metal central band mount set with corals and hardstones, the leather handle with silk brocade banner and tassels, length of drum 13cm, with original fabric case. Provenance: the Alain Presencer Collection. Note: for a similar drum, see Bonhams Hong Kong, 2nd October 2018, Lot 190.
A rare Tibetan iron danda or khatvanga, 12th/13th century, the Vajrayana Buddhist ritual wand with vajra crown and skull finial above a lotus knop, heptagonal tapering stem and vajra crown terminal, length 29.5cm, within a paper covered card box. Provenance: the Alain Presencer Collection. Note: a danda or khatvanga is a tantric staff or wand used during ritual ceremonies by eminent Buddhist practitioners. It symbolises the triumph of wisdom over illusion in empowerment rituals. For a similar example, see Bonhams Hong Kong, 2nd October 2018, Lot 174.
This framed limited-edition print, titled Buffalo Vision, is a striking work by renowned Southwestern artist Amado Maurilio Pena Jr. Known for his bold use of color, symbolism, and Indigenous themes, Pena's art captures the rich heritage of Native American and Mestizo cultures. This piece features a dramatic buffalo skull above a procession of buffalo silhouettes, set against a deep blue and earthy-toned background. Below, a wrapped figure sits against rugged mountain forms, blending natural elements with cultural symbolism. Amado Maurilio Peña Jr. is a prominent Native American artist known for his vibrant and powerful depictions of Native American culture, particularly that of his own heritage, the Lipan Apache tribe. Born in 1948 in Laredo, Texas, Peña’s works often reflect the beauty, strength, and dignity of Native American peoples through a contemporary lens. His works have been exhibited in numerous galleries and museums across the United States including The Smithsonian Museum of American Art in Washington DC, and his pieces are held in many private and public collections. His work has been part of exhibits in Peña is recognized for his significant contributions to the art world, not only as an artist but also as a cultural ambassador, helping to preserve and promote Native American art and traditions. In addition to his painting, Peña is also involved in community work and has been a mentor to many young Native American artists. His efforts to bridge the gap between traditional Native American art forms and contemporary artistic movements have solidified his place as a leading figure in Native American art. A stunning addition for collectors of Pena's work and Southwestern art. Artwork can be unframed and rolled for shipment. The print is hand-signed and numbered 24 of 65 by Pena in pencil along the lower margin and is professionally framed under glass with a black and white double-matted border. A compelling and collectible work for enthusiasts of Pena's art and Southwestern themes. Artwork can be unframed and rolled for shipment.Artist: Amado Maurilio Pena Jr. (American, b. 1943)Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: 31.5"L x 39.25"HCountry of Origin: United StatesCondition: Age related wear.
[Rowling] The Tales of Beedle The Bard Translated from the original runes by Hermione Granger with Commentary by Albus Dumbledore and Introduction, Notes and Illustrations by J.K. Rowling, issued in 2008 a collector's edition comprising a book bound in faux leather with silver metal embellishments, skull and clasp in a velvet bag with author's gold braid signature, housed in sunken compartment in large leather book shaped box, an envelope with prints contained inside front pocket and with card slip cover (folio) together with Harry Potter & The Philosopher’s Stone, published Bloomsbury first edition paperback of 2001, two Harry Potter hardback editions in Latin and another (5)
Tales of Suspense featuring Iron Man and Captain America: a pair of early Silver-Age issues featuring 1st appearance of Silver-age Red Skull and M.O.D.O.K with classic Jack Kirby covers (Marvel Comics, 1965 onwards).This lot features:Tales to Astonish (1st series) Nos. 65, 94Notable issues include:No. 65 1st Silver-age appearance of the Red Skull later revealed to be an imposter with the real villain appearing following issue.No. 94 1st full appearance of M.O.D.O.K.Creators: Cover art by Jack Kirby. Story by Stan Lee. Other creators also contribute.All issues 1stPrint, US Cents and UK Pence Edition included.Issues complete without cut coupons, missing value stamps or missing pages.Issues comes bagged and boarded in polypropylene bags and comic boards.~(2)Condition Report: Mid-Grade condition.
Captain America: a group of 10 early Silver-age issues featuring 1st appearances and classic Jack Kirby + Jim Steranko covers (Marvel Comics, 1968/69).Featuring early Captain America stories with stories by Stan Lee with interior art and classic covers by Jack Kirby. Now increasingly scarce.This lot features:Captain America (1st series) Nos. 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110.Notable issues include:No. 103 - Classic Red Skull cover.No. 107 - 1st appearance of Doctor Faustus.No. 109 Iconic cover art by Jack Kirby. Origin of Captain America retold.No. 110 - 1st appearance of Madam Hydra, later becomes Viper. Classic Steranko Hulk cover.All copies 1st Prints, US Cents editions.Issues complete without cut coupons, missing value stamps or missing pages.Issues comes bagged and boarded in polypropylene bags and comic boards.~(10)Condition Report: Comics in lot vary from Low to Mid-Grade condition.
Lladro Prince Hamlet 01001144, a stunning limited edition porcelain figurine sculpted by Salvador Furio. This rare collectible depicts Hamlet in a contemplative pose, holding a skull, inspired by Shakespeare's famous character. The figurine is masterfully hand-painted in soft hues with intricate detailing and a high-gloss finish. Signed and numbered 156 out of a limited series of 750, it was produced between 1971 and 1980. Includes the original certificate of authenticity.Artist: Salvador FurioIssued: 1971 - 1973Dimensions: 20"L x 16.75"HCountry of Origin: SpainCondition: Age related wear.
Original vintage movie poster for the Polish release of the 1972 Italian French comedy drama film based on the 1956 novel A Dangerous Game by Friedrich Durrenmatt, directed by Ettore Scola and starring Alberto Sordi, Michel Simon, Charles Vanel, Pierre Brasseur and Janet Agren - La Piu Bella Serata Della Mia Vita / Kraksa / The Most Wonderful Evening Of My Life - featuring a great design of a white skull with two masks on it, one an older face and the other a younger face, above white mountain peaks with a black cross shape inside a white burst against the black background, the hand written style lettering below. Artwork by Franciszek Andrzej Bobola Biberstein-Starowieyski (1930-2009). Very good condition, creasing at top right edge. Country of issue: Poland, designer: Franciszek Starowieyski, size (cm): 82x57.5, year of printing: 1974.
Original vintage propaganda poster from the Vietnam War in English and Vietnamese - Danger Ordnance Kills Don’t Touch It Report it to Navy EOD / Nguy Hi?m D?n ???c Gi?t Ng??i Dung Dung Toi Hay Bao Cho Toan Thao Go Dan-Duoc Hai-Quan - featuring a sketch drawing of a skull and cross bones in front of images of missiles, grenades and bombs. The United States Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit was formed in 1941 to perform demolition of explosives and munitions; the US Navy EOD was active during the Vietnam War (1955-1975) clearing hazards on land and at sea and in river operations. Very good condition, light creasing in margin, small tear on margin. Country of issue: Vietnam, designer: Unknown, size (cm): 64x48, year of printing: 1970s.
Original vintage anti nuclear propaganda poster issued by the Unified Socialist Party of France (Parti Socialiste Unifie) featuring an illustration of a skull next to a nuclear plant, bold black and red lettering reads - You don't want it. They know that. And yet they decide. Stop! Resist Nuclear. Popular Resistance. Socialist Tribune Supplement. - Unified Socialist Party or PSU existed for 30 years between 1960 and 1990, formed from Autonomous Socialist Party, Socialist Left Union, and Tribune du Communisme journal group. Fair condition, folds, tears, creasing, staining. Country of issue: France, designer: Demoulin, size (cm): 102x70, year of printing: 1980s
Original vintage poster issued by Pandora Productions as a sugar protest featuring artwork in the style of the American Crystal Sugar Company logo depicting the bold white text against a blue background inside red circles with a skull and crossbones in the centre of the target. Design by Bart deMalignon. Crystal Sugar was formed in 1899 as an agricultural cooperative, based in Minnesota USA. Very good condition, small tears, minor creasing, small ink mark from original printing. Country of issue: USA, designer: B. Demalignon, size (cm): 58x58, year of printing: 1971.
Set of 7 original vintage Soviet propaganda posters issued in the Soviet Union during Perstroika period. 1. Each job requires professionalism - featuring an illustration of a string instrument with large metal bolts for tuning pegs. Very good condition, minor creasing. Country of issue: Russia, designer: V. Veshtak, size (cm): 65x48, year of printing: 1988; 2. In the report... but is it on the table? - featuring an illustration of a cabbage made out of papers titled 'report' and 'record' laying on a table marked 'order', the poster was possibly issued to point the attention to the difference between the paperwork and the actual situation. Very good condition, minor creasing. Country of issue: Russia, designer: N. Kravchenko, size (cm): 66x48, year of printing: 1988; 3. We should not allow a nuclear war! Image of a globe breaking down, looking like a human skull. Country: Russia. Year: 1983. Artist: S. Rayev. Size (cm): 66x48. Very good condition, minor tears and creases in bottom margin; 4. From design to implementation - minimum amount of time! - featuring an illustration of a tractor sketch with front part coloured red set over green background. Very good condition, minor creasing. Country of issue: Russia, designer: V. Zaikin, size (cm): 67x48, year of printing: 1987; 5. Nuclear energy - at the service of peace and progress! - featuring an illustration of storks making a nest on the electric post in the shape of a nuclear missile with a blue and yellow background. Very good condition, minor creasing, small tears. Country of issue: Russia, designer: A. Sinishin, size (cm): 67x48, year of printing: 1987; 6. Help! - featuring an illustration of a dog with an earflap hat ties coming from its ears and a price tag of 150 roubles set over yellow background; hats with earflaps made from dogs have entered the street youth fashion in the 1980s, the media and the public considered these hats to be immoral. Good condition, creasing, small tears on edges, staining. Country of issue: Russia, designer: S. Sukharyov, A. Rezerv, M. Rozhdestvin, size (cm): 87x55, year of printing: 1988; 7. For bungler / slipshod worker - featuring an illustration of a broken spoon with a hole with a tag attached to it on a string. Good condition, creasing, small tears, staining. Country of issue: Russia, designer: L. Gomonov, size (cm): 87x55, year of printing: 1987.
Antlers/Horns: Four Sets of Scottish Red Deer Antlers (Cervus elaphus scotticus), dated 1992-1996, a set of stag antlers on cut upper skull, 8 pints (4+4), widest span 58cm, a second set on cut upper skull, 8 points (4+4), widest span 67cm, a third set on cut upper skull, 6 points (3+3), widest span 66cm, and a fourth set on cut skull cap, 8 points (4+4), widest span 63cm, all mounted upon a cut log shields (4)
Faux skull, empty alcohol bottles and potion bottles, decorative vases, ornamental ceremonial knife, candlestick etc. This bladed product is not for sale to people under the age of 18. By bidding on this item you are declaring that you are 18 years of age or over. Please note that if you require P&P for this lot, this can only be done using an age verified method.
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