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Cast iron skull bottle opener, H: 10 cm. UK P&P Group 1 (£16+VAT for the first lot and £2+VAT for subsequent lots)

Lladro porcelain figurine titled "Hamlet," item number 1004729, featuring a glossy finish. This elegant piece depicts Hamlet in a contemplative pose, holding a skull, a tribute to the iconic Shakespearean character. The figurine stands 16"H and bears the Lladro backstamp, ensuring authenticity. A fine collectible for literary and art enthusiasts alike.Artist: Alfredo RuizDimensions: See DescriptionCountry of Origin: SpainCondition: Age related wear.

6th-11th century A.D. or earlier. Fragments of the vault of a human skull, repaired and partly restored. 284 grams total, 10-15.2 cm (4 - 6 in.). [2, No Reserve] Found in a Peterborough clay pit, Cambridgeshire, UK. From an old English collection. Acquired from Stone Treasures, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, UK, circa 2013. Ian Wilkinson collection, Nottinghamshire, UK, formed since 1985.NB: This lot is strictly for collection only.

18th-19th century A.D. The hoop formed as two snakes each with head and tail on the discoid bezel; skull and crossed long-bones above clasped hands and legend 'Ne M' Oubliez' (Forget Me Not). 14.30 grams, 27.27 mm overall, 18.09 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P 1/2, USA 7 3/4, Europe 16.86, Japan 16) (1 in.). [No Reserve] Private collection, Arundel, West Sussex, UK, 1980s.

Mid 20th century A.D. Round-section shank developing to scrolled palmette shoulders flanking a skull, hollow to the reverse. 10.80 grams, 31.65 mm overall, 19.41 mm internal diameter (approximate size British T 1/2, USA 9 3/4, Europe 21.89, Japan 21) (1 1/4 in.). [No Reserve] Private collection, Arundel, West Sussex, UK, 1980s.

Oligocene Period, circa 45 million years B.P. The upper front part of Merycoidodon culbertsoni oreodont fossil skull with teeth; inked collection number '85'. 755 grams, 11.4 cm (4 1/2 in.). [No Reserve] From Dakota, USA. Acquired from British Fossils, in May 1991. From the private collection of Kenneth Machin (1936-2020), Buckinghamshire, UK; with collection no.VM85; his collection of antiquities and natural history was formed since 1948; thence by descent.

Devensian Period, circa 110,000-12,000 years B.P. A molar from Coelodonta antiquitatis with root. 138 grams, 93 mm (3 5/8 in.). [No Reserve] From a Cambridgeshire, UK, collection.The form of the woolly rhino’s skull and teeth had evolved to support its grazing lifestyle with its head dipped downwards towards the ground, even in its relaxed attitude. The skull is unusual in having both an extensively ossified nasal septum, probably evolved as a result of the heavy pressure on the horn and face when grazing, and a down-turned anterior region on the premaxilla that contacts the edge of the upper jaw. The shoulders were raised with a powerful hump, used to support the animal's massive front horn and also used for storing fat.

Dated 1685 A.D. With cartouche to the outer face bearing stylised skull; inner face engraved 'J=D = obt = 1 = 1 = Aug = 85' and maker's mark 'I.C' in a scalloped panel. 3.46 grams, 18.76 mm overall, 16.56 mm internal diameter (approximate size British K 1/2, USA 5 1/2, Europe 10.58, Japan 10) (5/8 in.). [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website]Acquired on the UK art market. Property of an East Sussex collector.

Dated 1687 A.D. With stylised skull flanked by foliage to the outer face, engraved in copperplate to the inner face: 'T.D - obyt - 8.Octo=87'. 4.74 grams, 21.20 mm overall, 18.16 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 16) (7/8 in.). [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website]Acquired on the UK art market. Property of an East Sussex collector.

Dated 1706 A.D. With stylised skull to the outer face, engraved to the inner face 'E. Judd ob. 6 June 1706 and maker's mark 'ID' for Josiah Daniel, London goldsmith of the early 18th century. 4.30 grams, 20.77 mm overall, 18.03 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P 1/2, USA 7 3/4, Europe 16.86, Japan 16) (3/4 in.). [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website]Acquired on the UK art market. Property of an East Sussex collector.

Dated 1723 A.D. D-shaped in section with black enamelled outer face and reserved skull, bones and foliage; engraving to inner face 'M.P. ob. 19 Aug .1723 aet 47' and maker's mark 'D.M'. 4.99 grams, 20.97 mm overall, 17.41 mm internal diameter (approximate size British N 1/2, USA 6 3/4, Europe 14.35, Japan 13) (7/8 in.). [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website]Acquired on the UK art market. Property of an East Sussex collector. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12555-231633.This maker's mark is not listed in the standard works, e.g. Jackson, Sir C.J., English Goldsmiths and Their Marks, London, 1921.

Cretaceous Period, 145-65 million years B.P. A magnificent, full three-dimensional fossil skull of a juvenile Mosasaur Prognathodon with upper and lower mandibles, eye sockets and brain cavity; including jaw and teeth; some restoration; with custom-made display stand. 5.8 kg total, 57 cm high including stand (22 1/2 in.). [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website]From a Lincolnshire, UK, collection. Property of a Cambridgeshire gentleman. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.12491-230295.The Mosasaur is an extinct, large marine reptile dinosaur with an elongated body, long snout and paddle-like limbs. Found worldwide, they competed with other well-known sea predators of the Late Cretaceous, such as plesiosaurs and ichthyosaurs, for food, existing primarily on a diet of ammonoids, cuttlefish and fish.

Ptolemaic Period, 3rd-2nd century B.C. Naked ithyphallic youthful Harpocrates seated, with shaved head and side-lock, his enormous phallus wrapped around on his neck. Cf. Ross, T., ‘Egyptian Late Period figures in terracotta and limestone’ in Villing, A., Beregeron, M., Bourogiannis, G., Johnston, A., Leclere, F., Masson. A., Ross, T., Naukratis, Greeks in Egypt, London, 2015, pp.1-79, figs.93, 95, for a similar image of Harpocrates. 160 grams, 84 mm (3 1/4 in.). [No Reserve] (For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price.) The Erotica Collection Christian von Faber-Castell, Küsnacgt ZH, Switzerland, since the late 1970s.Ithyphallic figures in limestone, terracotta, gypsum and faience are relatively common in the 6th to 3rd-century B.C. deposits of Lower Egypt. Despite considerable variations, the group consistently depicts a seated ithyphallic plump baby with shaved head (or skull cap) and side-lock. They were identified by Gutch as Khonsu-Horus figures and subsequently by Bailey as Harpocrates, the Greek name for young Horus. Christian von Faber-Castell (born 1950) is a renowned German entrepreneur and art collector, best known as a member of the prominent Faber-Castell family, famed for their iconic writing instruments. A passionate advocate for art and culture, Christian von Faber-Castell curated an extensive and diverse private collection of erotica, spanning centuries and cultures. His collection reflects a deep appreciation for the interplay of beauty, sensuality, and artistic expression, bringing together rare and unique works that explore themes of intimacy and human connection. Pieces from this collection have been featured in notable exhibitions and are celebrated for their artistic and historical significance. This offering represents a rare opportunity to acquire works from one of the most fascinating and eclectic private collections of its kind.

A Collection of Various Sundries to Include Resin Animal Ornaments, Skull, Bird, Pokemon Watch, Vintage Doll, Matchbox The Royal Wedding Commemorative Bus etc

A mid-17th Century Tabernacle form gilt brass striking and alarm table clock, case possibly German, the architectural tabernacle form case with top white metal fretwork gallery supported on four stepped columns, on stepped plinth base, raised upon lion paw feet, silvered Roman numerated dial with an inner alarm dial and a foliate engraved centre, single steel hand, the rear silvered Arabic dial is for the strike, with a chain fusee movement and verge escapement (chain detached), square section brass pillars, striking on a top mounted bell. Removable side panels with 'Memento Mori' (“Remember you must die” - serving as a reminder of mortality and the ephemeral nature of life) script and skull, coat of arms with latin mottos and scripture including MDCXLVI (1641) date. 28cm high. Tabernacle clocks by clockmakers in Augsburg, Nuremberg, and Paris were particularly known for incorporating memento mori elements. CONDITION REPORT:  Gear trains consists of a great wheel. centre wheel, third wheel and contrate wheel along with ten grooves for fusee chain.  Because chain is detached on time fusee we don't know whether it runs.  However it appears to be complete otherwise.  Possibly runs for less than 8 days.

A 19th century Tibetan carved bone rosary bead kapala mala prayer beads, 108 pieces, in the form of a human skull.

A quantity of assorted collectables to include mounted Roe deer skull with horns, desk tidy, pewter figure of a young boy, small quantity of mostly British pre-decimal coins, etc.

A 19th century skull hilt Masonic sword, the brass cast skull pommel and crossed bones forming the grip guard, the blade engraved with Masonic symbols and floral decorations, wire bound shagreen grip with a matched leather and brass scabbard with frog stud to top mount, combined grip and blade length 98cm.

AN ASSORTMENT OF NETSUKE, four carved netsuke, depicting a skull and snake, a dragon, a tortoise and hare, and horns, two signed, (condition report: general moderate wear, no signs of damage)

TWO BOXES OF CRESTED WARE, forms to include dogs, a cat, a lioness, a skull, a sailor, a teddy bear, a shoe, cups and saucers, etc, manufacturers to include Shelley, J. R. & Co Victoria China, W & R Carlton China, Arcadian and Foley, etc (2 boxes) (sd)

RORY HANCOCK (WALES 1987) 'LOVE ME FOREVER', a boxed signed limited edition box canvas print of a skull, 43/95 with certificate, approximate size 66cm x 66cm, frame size 73cm x 73cm, Condition Report: imperfections to the resin coating

Lladro matte finished figurine titled "Hamlet," number 1014729. The figurine features an elegant representation of Hamlet holding a skull, showcasing fine craftsmanship and attention to detail. It stands 16"H and bears the Lladro backstamp. A classic piece for collectors and enthusiasts of Shakespearean themes.Artist: Alfredo RuizDimensions: See DescriptionCountry of Origin: SpainCondition: Age related wear.

A COMPOSITE OFFICER'S HELMET OF THE SAXON GARDE REITER REGIMENT with tombak skull and ‘lobster tail’ and stepped peak, with white metal edging, domed chin-scales attached by State and National cockades, a large white metal star to front, mounted with a gilded Arms of Saxony, and a white metal lion crest, holding a Saxon escutcheon in its right claw, the internal headband of buff leather, and the divided lining of green silk (restorations)

A DIAMOND ENCRUSTED SKULL PENDANT. the pendant in silver and fitted on a silver gilt fine link chain, diamonds with a total weight of approximately 0.40 carats, complete with box.

A Chinese or similar 12-bolt diving helmet, copper and brass, of characteristic form with beaten bonnet, barred oval side windows, circular principal window, various inlet and outlets, soldered repairs, multiple dents to the skull, raised on shaped wooden base.

Damien Hirst signed "Skull" drawingHIRST DAMIEN (° 1965) tekening in viltstift : "Skull" - 29 x 21 getekend

Victorian and later brooches, including some silver examples, together with a pair of banded agate cufflinks and collar studs and a skull ring Condition Report:Some items without pins/broken, weighable silver approx 11 grams

Lego Ninjago, a quantity of bagged sets and others to include; No.70500 Fire Mech, No.70501 Warrior Bike, No.2259 Skull Motorbike and others, (unchecked for completeness)

Chemistry.- Accum (Fredrick) Chemical Amusement, Comprising a Series of Curious and Instructive Experiments in Chemistry..., 2 parts in 1, first edition, half-title, pastedown with bookplate of Roland Winder and small sticker to foot, ?author's calling card "Hic Jacet, Fredrick Accum, Operative Chemist, Old Compton Street, Soho" with illustration of skull loosely inserted, occasional spotting, mainly to second part, some light browning, bound in mottled half calf by Zaehnsdorf, spine gilt in compartments and with double morocco labels, few small scuff marks to spine, rubbing to joints and extremities, t.e.g, [Toole Stott 1], for Thomas Boys, 1817; and another copy of the same, the second part incomplete but with an additional Appendix printed from the fourth edition bound in, 8vo (2) *** The first edition rare at auction. The second part consists of "A Descriptive Catalogue of the Apparatus & Instruments...Manufactured and Sold by Fredrick Accum" (title on p.191 verso), with prices and descriptions of each piece.  A limited number of printed catalogues are available to purchase for this auction. UK: £35 (incl. postage) Rest of World: £50 (incl. postage) Please contact info@forumauctions.co.uk to place an order.

Marvel Legends Series - Red Skull and Electronic Tesseract - Marvel Studios: The First 10 Years, Electronic set including Red Skull action figure and role play prop. Manufactured by Hasbro.

The Macabre - an anatomical model, of a human skull, articulated jaw, mounted for display, 29.5cm high overall

The Macabre - a bronze mounted walking stick, the pommel cast as a memento mori skull, malacca cane, 80.5cm long

The Macabre - a 19th century veined black marble desk weight, the chamfered rectangular base mounted with a bronze memento mori skull, 15cm long, 9cm high

The Macabre - an early 20th century memento mori cast metal table vesta, modelled as a skull and crossbones, articulated jawbone, cold painted in white, mounted on onyx base, 8cm high

Medical Interest - a mid-century composite plastic anatomical model, of a human skull, spring closing jaw, probably by Adam Rouilly, 17cm high

Memento Mori - a lapis lazuli skull carving, 6cm high

The Macabre - a scallop shell, cameo carved as a memento mori skull, 12.5cm wide

A cast iron skull, wearing a storm trooper's helmet, 15cm high

Memento Mori - a bronze anatomical study, of a human skull, mounted for display, plinth base, 17.5cm high overall

A Timbuwarra figure, Wiru people Highlands Papua New GuineaThis is the only known figure with an incorporate couscous skull. Little is known about these figures from the Wiru people in the Highlands. Timbuwarra figures are woven with rattan and may serve several functions, although they are generally held to be associated with fertility rites and with the spirit world. Few early ones are known to exist.95 cmProvenanceAustralian private collectionCollection Jan Visser, Amsterdam Swiss private collection

HARTMANN, Hans(1845 Berlin - 1898 ebd.) Vanitas StillebenÖl/Leinwand. Rechts unten signiert. 29.5.(18)88. 40 x 30 cm; 0,6 kg. Schädel neben Fächer, Buch, Pfauenfeder und anderen Gegenständen. Farbabsplitterungen. Landschafts- und Architekturmaler in Berlin, Schüler von H. Eschke, stellte 1864/92 in der Berliner Akademie aus. Literatur : Thieme/Becker. Aufrufzeit 01. | März 2025 | voraussichtlich 20:15 Uhr (CET) HARTMANN, Hans(1845 Berlin - 1898 ibid.) Vanita's still lifeOil/canvas. Signed lower right. 29.5.(18)88. 40 x 30 cm; 0.6 kg. Skull next to fan, book, peacock feather and other objects. Paint chipping. Landscape and architectural painter in Berlin, pupil of H. Eschke, exhibited at the Berlin Academy in 1864/92. Literature : Thieme/Becker. Aufrufzeit 01. | March 2025 | probably 20:15 (CET)*This is an automatically generated translation from German by deepl.com and only to be seen as an aid - not a legally binding declaration of lot properties. Please note that we can only guarantee for the correctness of description and condition as provided by the German description.

FORSTER, A. Modernes Vanitasstillleben mit TotenschädelÖl/Leinwand. Links oben signiert. 1916. 53 x 43 cm. Gerahmt : 62 x 51 cm (Goldrahmen); 1,6 kg. Totenschädel neben Topfpflanze und Büchern. Altersspuren. Aufrufzeit 01. | März 2025 | voraussichtlich 20:25 Uhr (CET) FORSTER, A. Modern vanitas still life with skullOil/canvas. Signed upper left. 1916.53 x 43 cm. Framed : 62 x 51 cm (gold frame); 1.6 kg. Skull next to a potted plant and books. Signs of age. Call time 01 | March 2025 | probably 20:25 (CET)*This is an automatically generated translation from German by deepl.com and only to be seen as an aid - not a legally binding declaration of lot properties. Please note that we can only guarantee for the correctness of description and condition as provided by the German description.

Memento Mori. Wohl 20. Jh. SCHIFFEL, Bernhard (wohl Werkstatt) Hirschhornrose, ebonisiertes Hartholz. H 5 cm, gesamt 10 cm. Von einer Schlange umwundenes Bildnis eines bärtigen Mannes, dessen eine Hälfte als Totenschädel gearbeitet ist; gerahmt von Geweihansatz. Fein gedrechselte Säule und Rundfuß. Aufrufzeit 26. | Feb. 2025 | voraussichtlich 18:23 Uhr (CET)Memento Mori. Probably 20th century SCHIFFEL, Bernhard (probably workshop) Staghorn rose, ebonized hardwood. H 5 cm, 10 cm in total. A portrait of a bearded man entwined by a snake, one half of which is carved as a skull; framed by antlers. Finely turned column and round base. Aufrufzeit 26. | Feb. 2025 | probably 18:23 (CET)*This is an automatically generated translation from German by deepl.com and only to be seen as an aid - not a legally binding declaration of lot properties. Please note that we can only guarantee for the correctness of description and condition as provided by the German description.

Attributed to Jan Swart Van Groningen (Dutch c.1500-c.1560) A hermit, possibly St Jerome, in a landscape, his hand resting on a skull oil on oak panel 29.5 x 24.5 cm, in a typical moulded Dutch frame, 53 x 47 cm Provenance: Kunsthandel Leo Blumenreich, Berlin, c. 1928 (as per RKD). Hans W. Lange, Berlin, auction 6-7 December 1937 (consignor H.E. von Scheven, Potsdam).Literature: 'Zu Jan Swart van Groningen', Oud Holland, 63 (1948) p. 6, no. 2, reproduced fig. 4Notes: The attribution is due to Max Friedlander in 1948. Slight warping of the panel evident. Fine craquelure throughout the surface, leading to some slight blistering of the surface, particularly in the sky. Small area of paintloss on the skull. Some deposits to the painted surface.

TAXIDERMY: A LARGE PAIR OF RED STAG ANTLERSwith skull, 88cm wide, antler length 79cm

Boxes and objects - a folk art style ‘sea-shell bird’, 20th century, 25cm high; a pair of 20th century bronze fish, green patination; a small deer, possibly Chinese water deer, skull; keys, smoking pipes, boxwood comb, small table-top terrestrial globe; a Balkan Opanek, shoe-shaped pin cushion, and another, without cushion; etc, qty.

AFTER GUIDO RENI (ITALIAN 1575-1642): AN OIL PAINTING ON CANVAS DEPICTING A MAN HOLDING A CRUCIFIX WITH A SKULL, MEMENTO MORI77cm x 62cmFramed 85cm x 72cmProvenance: Private collection, South West London.

A mixed lot of jewellery: to include a Blue John pendant, a silver and enamelled butterfly brooch, a branch coral necklace, silver rings, banded agate specimen brooch, a marcasiste ring, a butterfly brooch, a modern enamel bracelet, skull charm, beads, loose stones, etc.

A BRONZE SKULL with headphones.

A GEORGE III SILVER SKULL CADDY SPOON

A LAGUIOLE FOLDING KNIFE,HS003,with skull, and AN INOX KNIFE. (2).

Matchbox Models of Yesteryear Code 2 Issues (1)  Y22 Ford A Van "Ratzepulz" - blue body, red van roof, black chassis and red 12-spoke wheels; (2) Y22 Ford A "Haloween without Skull to roof (3) Similar but with Skull in centre of cab roof (4) Similar but Skull off centre - Near Mint to Mint in Excellent to Near Mint boxes. (5)

A Butler and Wilson style skull necklace with multiple strands and skulls

A pair of vintage deer antlers with skull plate, mounted on a wooden shield-shaped plaque, 47cm wide x 48cm high.

METAL LP RARITIES PACK. A quality pack of 6 metal LP rarities. Artists/ titles include The Body Album (RR01, includes signed booklet. Record Ex/ sleeve VG, small split on the bottom edge), Eloy - Planets (HMI LP1, printed inner. Ex+/ Ex), Wolf - Edge Of The World (SKULL 8323, VG+/ VG+), Manowar - Hail To England (MFN 19, printed inner. Ex+/ Ex), Roksnax (GR C80, Ex/ Ex) and Heavy Load - Death or Glory (TLP 822, printed inner. Ex/ Ex).

OASIS AND MORRISSEY CD COLLECTION - a collection of approximately 100 Morrissey and Oasis CDs. Collection to include: Morrissey - Something Is Squeezing My Skull - Poetry Hour - First Amongst Equals - Viva Hate - Live At Earls Court - The CD Singles '88-'91 - The CD Singles '91-'95 - I Have Forgiven Jesus - I Am Not A Dog On A Chain - You Are The Quarry, Oasis - Stop The Clocks - The Flies 1994-2009, Be here Now - Definitely Maybe - (What's The Story) Morning Glory? - Dig Out Your Soul - Knebworth 1996 - Don't Believe The Truth - 10 Years Of Noise And Confusion. The collection is generally in VG+ to Ex+ condition.

Gerhard Spurgeon - A sealed glass dome containing a replica skull and bones from Gerhard Spurgeon's Odditorium. It appears to be in Very Good condition with its tag still on. It is approximately 18 cm high. (This does not constitute a guarantee) [ba]

Ab preserved fox mask mounted on a shield-shaped plaque, together with a deer skull an shield wall plaque. (2)

° ° Howard, Robert E. - Skull-Face and Others, Sauk City, Wisconsin: Arkham House, 1946. 1st edition (one of 3,004 copies printed). 8vo. publisher's black cloth, stamped in gilt, in original unclipped dust-jacket designed by Hannes Bok "The first Arkham House collection of fantasy stories by ... the creator of Conan... and other memorable characters... A key title." (Nielsen). Nielsen 17.

RORY HANCOCK (BRITISH 1987) 'BUTTERFLY KISS' a signed limited edition box canvas print of a skull 19/95, with certificate, approximate size 66cm x 66cm frame 74cm x 74cm, condition Report: scratches and chips to frame