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WILLIAM CHRISTIAN SYMONS (BRITISH, 1845-1911) (5)Still life with ceramic sheep, a blue and white dish and flowers signed 'W X Symons' (upper centre) watercolour and gouache on paper laid down on card 25.5 x 35cm together with: Still life with ceramics and a sewing machine, watercolour; Study of a rococo piano, pencil and watercolour; Study of andirons, ink and watercolour; and a study of fire irons, ink and watercolour, all by the same hand (5, all unframed)ProvenanceProperty of the artist;, thence by family descent;Sale, Bellmans, Billingshurst, 28th March 2024, lot 1464, where acquired by the present owner;Private collection, UK

ARTHUR CROFT MITCHELL (BRITISH, 1872-1956)Still life of roses in a vase oil on paper attached to board 51 x 35.5cm Provenance The artist, thence by descent to the present owner; Private collection, UK

ARTHUR CROFT MITCHELL (BRITISH, 1872-1956)Still life of pink, red and white roses in a vase with inscribed label (to back of board) oil on canvas attached to board 48 x 32cm Provenance The artist, thence by descent to the present owner; Private collection, UK

ARTHUR CROFT MITCHELL (BRITISH, 1872-1956)Still life of purple flowers in a vase oil on canvas attached to board 40 x 50cm Provenance The artist, thence by descent to the present owner; Private collection, UK

ARTHUR CROFT MITCHELL (BRITISH, 1872-1956) (2)Still life of fruit in a bowl and other items oil on board 47 x 62cm with a sketch (verso) (unframed) together with an oil on canvas by the same hand, Still life of white lilies in a vase, with inscribed label (to back of stretcher), 61 x 61cm (unframed) (2) Provenance The artist, thence by descent to the present owner; Private collection, UK

ARTHUR CROFT MITCHELL (BRITISH, 1872-1956)Still life of orange and white flowers in a vase oil on board 62 x 47cm (unframed) Provenance The artist, thence by descent to the present owner; Private collection, UK

ARTHUR CROFT MITCHELL (BRITISH, 1872-1956) (2)Still life of roses in a vase signed and dated 'A C Mitchell 1930' (lower right) oil on canvas 40.5 x 35cm (unframed) together with an oil on board by the same hand of Still life of white flowers in a vase, 57.5 x 58.5cm, (unframed) (2) Provenance The artist, thence by descent to the present owner; Private collection, UK

ARTHUR CROFT MITCHELL (BRITISH, 1872-1956)Still life of roses in a vase oil on canvas 46 x 36cm Provenance The artist, thence by descent to the present owner; Private collection, UK

ARTHUR CROFT MITCHELL (BRITISH, 1872-1956) (2)Still life of roses in a vase oil on canvas 38 x 28cm together with an oil on canvas by the same hand, Still life of rhododendrons in a vase, signed 'A. C. Mitchell' (lower left) and with inscribed label (to back off frame), 51 x 61cm (2) Provenance The artist, thence by descent to the present owner; Private collection, UK

ARTHUR CROFT MITCHELL (BRITISH, 1872-1956)Still life of roses in a vase oil on canvas 56 x 46cm Provenance The artist, thence by descent to the present owner; Private collection, UK

ARTHUR CROFT MITCHELL (BRITISH, 1872-1956)Still life of roses in a vase oil on paper attached to board 26 x 30.5cm Provenance The artist, thence by descent to the present owner; Private collection, UK

Hans Habraken (Dutch, b.1946), Still life of a plum, green grape and tankard, alongside another of plums on a ledge, oil on panel board, signed, 16.5x12cm, framed (2)

Stewart Somerville (1908-1983), Still life study of flowers, oil on board, 19x16.5cm, framed.

Cornelis Le Mair (Dutch, b.1944), Still life study, oil on panel board, signed, 48.5x39cm, framedFine Art & Interiors, Norwich.

Henry George Thomas (British,1847-1898) Still life study of fruit in a basket, signed and dated 1881, 24x29cm, framed

Cornelis Le Mair (Dutch, b.1944), Still life study, oil on panel board, signed, 69x54.5cm, framed.Fine Art & Interiors, Norwich

Gordon Bennett Oates (British, 1928-2009) Still life study of flowers, oil on board, signed, framed

Mixed pictures to include an oil on board Parisian scene, still life paintings, Japanese silk print and othersLocation:If there is no condition report, please request.

Liz Stewart - Liberty (1930-2021) - an acrylic still life painting of flowers signed to lower right corner 79cm x 53.5cm framed Location:LWMIf there is no condition report shown, please request

Pictures to include a still life of flowers, oil on board, country scenes, prints and watercoloursLocation:If there is no condition report shown, please request

The War Gallery Diary Collection of Squadron Leader A.E.L. Skinner 1912-1982 An facisnating collection of diaries spanning 1912–1982, together with framed photographs, copies of A Brief History of No. 30 Squadron, and a Royal Honour document signed by King George VI.A set of thirty-eight manuscript pocket diaries spanning the years 1912 to 1982, with some gaps.The diaries for 1916–1919 are housed at the Imperial War Museum. A complete run exists from 1925 to 1942, except for 1943, followed by a continuous run from 1944 to 1954. Additional diaries include those from 1912, 1913, 1971, 1973, 1974 (x2), 1980, and 1982.Letters from Lieutenant Skinner of the Norfolk Yeomanry, written while on leave in Egypt, March 1916, describing his journey up the Nile, spanning 24 manuscript leaves, to rectos only.Five copies of A Brief History of No. 20 Squadron Royal Air Force, pp.19, typescript, staple-bound, [c.1945].This collection provides a fascinating insight into the crucial years of 1939 to 1942, during which Skinner worked at the Air Ministry office at the height of the Battle of Britain. He balanced his time between his critical duties at the ministry and his family's jewellery shop, Bentley & Skinner, on Bond Street. His diary offers a remarkable glimpse into both the war effort and the social life of London during this tumultuous period. Below is a small snippet from these years.Friday, 7th April 1939 Italian forces invade Albania, meeting little resistance.Thursday, 27th April 1939 Received my “Secret” orders on where to report for duty in an emergency.Saturday, 8th July 1939 "Air Raid" blackout at 10 PM.Thursday, 10th August 1939 Drove down to Whitehall after fitting my RAF uniform for the first time. Observed how the Air Operations Room functioned and saw a fighter patrol take off.Monday, 28th August 1939 Writing this at 3:30 AM while on my first night watch at the Air Ministry from 11 PM to 7 AM. During the morning, my crew was informed that we were moving "into the blue" tomorrow, so we were hard at work all day.Wednesday, 30th August 1939 A long, dragging day. Had quite a lot to do. Made it home for the blackout by 7:45 PM, shaved, and was in bed by 9 AM. Slept until a radio broadcast from Laura Knight’s kitchen woke me at 1 PM.Friday, 1st September 1939 The first day of the evacuation of children. Germany invades Poland at 5:30 AM.Sunday, 3rd September 1939 War declared against Germany. Spent the afternoon cutting the lawn a bit.Tuesday, 9th January 1940 The new girls of the "Women's Admiralty Airforce"—24 of them—are now fully operational. Since they all do shorthand, my own work has become much easier.Monday, 18th March 1940 Some practice (?) took place, and Dudley, Pope, and Buck were involved. A big bomber raid on the island of Sylt occurred during the night, lasting seven hours. All our machines returned except one.Monday, 8th April 1940 Expected a busy day, but very little happened. Rushed lunch in 30 minutes, but still no sign of the “Blitzkrieg.” (Norway and Denmark were invaded the next day.)Wednesday, 10th April 1940 Arrived at the Air Ministry just in time to catch the tail end of the Scapa raid.Friday, 21st June 1940 What a night! Hardly got out of my chair or put down the telephone for the first four hours!Thursday, 15th August 1940 London RED warning at 7:15 PM while I was in the Air Ministry.Sunday, 8th September 1940 London endured a terrible night of bombing. The siren went off as we were having supper and lasted 9 ½ hours—a record so far. Bombs fell not too far away as I walked down Whitehall to start my duty at 10:30 PM.Tuesday, 17th September 1940 His Majesty paid us a visit at 3:30 PM. A massed enemy raid was approaching, so he had a quiet chat with me while I took down "hot news" from Fighter Command.Monday, 11th November 1940 "W of" fighters (Old First Brigade) and poorly aimed bombers attacked convoys in the estuary. No bombers and few fighters made it back. A grand day.Saturday, 21st December 1940 Sent a cable to Mother advising her to leave France and go into Spain.Sunday, 6th April 1941 Germany declares war on Yugoslavia and Greece. Slept in a dormitory in Whitehall so I could attend Mass more easily in the morning.Friday, 25th April 1941 Received news of my promotion to Squadron Leader as of 15th November.Tuesday, 6th May 1941 A usual day—feeling like I've had enough of the Air Ministry. Turns out it was my last day!Sunday, 11th May 1941 A big raid on London last night caused heavy damage. The House of Commons was gutted, and Westminster Abbey was badly damaged.Tuesday, 13th May 1941 Passed fit for non-operational flying.Wednesday, 21st May 1941 First solo flight on a Magister.Sunday, 22nd June 1941 Hitler launches an attack on Russia—of course, without warning.Sunday, 3rd August 1941 Posted to Rhodesia, effective mid-August.Saturday, 4th October 1941 Reunited with my beloved family in Johannesburg.

Lena Cornelia ten Bosch (Dutch, 1890-1945) Still life of a table topsigned 'Lena tenBosch.' and dated 1909 (lower right)oil on canvas38 x 54cm

Circle of Michele Pace del Campidoglio (Italian, 1625-1669) Still life of fish, fruit, flowers and a spanieloil on canvas112 x 92cmAlthough previously attributed to the Flemish painter Jan Davidsz. de Heem (1606-1680), the present work is more likely to be by an Italian hand of the same period, showing the influence of Michele Pace del Campidoglio who was active in Rome. The presence of red mullet also suggests a painter operating close to the coast in Naples or Rome, where the fish had been popular since antiquity.

William Etty RA (British, 1787-1849) Study of a female nude, illuminated by moonlight, with a floral still life oil on canvas 88 x 68cm Provenance: M. Newman Ltd., London This work is closely related to the smaller oil ‘Study of a Half-Nude Figure’ by Etty at Nottingham City Museum and Galleries (NCM 1904-31). It is likely that the Nottingham canvas provided the origin of the composition – as a life room study quickly worked up with the addition of an invented, freely painted landscape background to produce a marketable work, as was often Etty’s practice. The present painting is a more considered development of this composition with a specific subject, seemingly a mourner, in mind. This required a squarer canvas to accommodate the flowers arranged in a clear glass vase, an indication of recent death and a prominent feature in the composition. The scene is now appropriately set at night with moonlight falling on the mourner’s back.The painting related to another canvas by Etty at Nottingham known as ‘The Mourner’, similarly set at night and featuring a half-nude woman seen from behind, in this case glancing down towards a funerary urn. ‘The Mourner’ was presumably the work of that name included in the Etty’s one-man exhibition at the Society of Arts in 1849, the last year of his life, catalogued as painted in 1842. While Nottingham’s ‘The Mourner’ is suggestive of the world of classical antiquity, the present larger work would seem to be a parallel exploration of the same theme in more modern terms.We are grateful to Richard Green for his assistance with this catalogue entry. The painting is executed in oil on a canvas support which has been lined. The canvas tension is good and the picture is in plane. The area of flesh paint has developed a wrinkled surface texture, probably due to the artist’s choice of materials and techniques. This area has overpaint applied to cover cracks as well as wear and abrasion. The  overpaint has become slightly pale with age but is generally acceptable from a normal viewing distance. The varnish is slightly yellowed but even.

Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (Dutch, 1606-1669) The Raising of Lazarus: Small Platesigned in the plate 'Rembrandt f.' and dated 1642 (lower left)etching with drypointthe first state (of two), a fine impression with delicate lines of Lazarus' forehead still visible15 x 11.5cmLiterature:Bartsch, Hollstein 72; Hind 198; New Hollstein 206Provenance:Monogram verso (Lugt 2420) of Thomas Thane (1782-1846);Stamped initials verso (Lugt 1375) of Henry Studdy Theobald (b. 1847),Probably one of his sales, Christie's, London, April 1910 or HG Gutekunst, Stuttgart, May 1910;Acquired in 1911 by the father of Jeremy Pemberton of Grantchester and thence by descent,Gifted by Jeremey Pemberton in 2003 to The Right Reverend Peter Walker (1919-2010), Bishop of Ely (1977-1989)The Raising of Lazarus was a particularly significant subject for Rembrandt. He first painted the scene, from the New Testament, in around 1630, early in his career when he was still in Leiden. It was the culmination of his artistic development at that point and likely inspired by the friendly rivalry with his collaborator Jan Lievens (see Lot 222), who also produced a painting of the miracle. Rembrandt retained his own version (now in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art) for most of his life until his bankruptcy sale of 1656.Rembrandt made two etchings of the same theme. The first, the 'Large Plate', was created around the same time as the painting and similarly shows a young artist experimenting overtly with the dramatic effects of chiaroscuro.The present etching, the 'Small Plate', was made a decade later and displays a more intimate and delicate rendering of the subject. Indeed, Christ himself is depicted as a serene healer, rather than the theatrical enchanter of the earlier works. The image is an altogether more personal and introspective interpretation of the subject by a mature artist now in full command of his technique.

§ James Noble (British, 1919-1989) Still life of yellow roses in a glass vasesigned 'JamesNoble' (lower left)oil on canvas40 x 30cm55 x 45cm framed

A pair of Royal Worcester cabinet plates, still life of fruit, both signed Roberts, Z 2550 to reverse, 26.5cm diameterShort scratch to front of plate over one of the plums. Otherwise both in good condition.

Dutch School (20th century),Still life with pears, cherries and an apple,Oil on board,Signed ‘AND’,21.5cm x 16.5cm,Framed

English school (20th century),Still life with flowers, jug, jar and cloth,Oil on board in high impasto,Unsigned,53.5cm x 45cm,Framed

Robert Caspers (American, 1928-2012),Still life with figs, melon, grapes and peaches,Oil on board,Signed lower right,45cm x 60cm,Framed

20th Century School, oil on canvas, a still life arrangement depicting a vase of flowers, signed 'Roth' to the lower right, framed, measuring 52cm x 62cm overall

A box of Tiffany style glass light shades, printed and original artwork including a still life, glassware and ornaments

20th Century School, oil on canvas, a Still Life arrangement depicting vases of Sunflowers, unsigned, framed, 64cm x 78cm overall

A Victorian watercolour, cottage by lane. 18 cm x 23 cm, framed, together with an oil on board still life apples and grapes. 16.5 cm x 24 cm, framed.

An oil on canvas, still life scene with fruit and silverware. 56 x 56 cm in gilt frame.

Biari, oil painting on canvas, still life flowers in vase by window. 48 x 38 cm, framed.

F Footit, pair of still life watercolours. 28.5 x 23 cm, framed.

Registration No: MBU 886P Frame No: 1057055 MOT: ExemptOriginal unrestored example of the iconic 400/4Supplied with its original standard dual seatCredible low mileage, supplied with a current V5CThe Honda Motor Company was founded by Soichiro Honda in 1937, initially producing piston rings for Toyota. They made their first motorcycle in 1949 and within 10 years had become the biggest motorcycle manufacturer in the world. They have gone on to produce over 400 million two-wheelers as well as millions of other power products. The legendary 400/4 was launched in 1975 to great acclaim and revolutionised medium capacity motorcycles giving riders 500cc performance in a small lightweight package with a café racer look, lower handlebars, rear-set foot pegs and one of its most recognisable features, a swooping four-into-one exhaust system. This 400 Four (400F or 400/4) was first registered in 1976 and still has its original supplying dealer Fosters of Chorlton transfers on the side panels and name on the rear number plate. The bike has essentially been in storage since it was bought by a previous owner in 1993 and then by the current vendor in 2011, who preserved it in a vacuum bag. The engine turns over on the kickstarter but it has not run for many years so will need a good recommissioning before use. Showing a credible 6,976 miles on its speedo and whilst having rust on its chrome-work, it is presented in amazingly original condition. All the paintwork appears to be as supplied nearly 50 years ago and it even still has its now yellowed plastic coating on the brake and clutch levers. Fitted with a rear carrier and a lower seat at some stage, the original seat has been dry-stored for most of its life and is included in the sale in very good condition. A real time capsule, it comes supplied with an old V5 from 1993 and a current V5C. For more information, please contact: Ian Cunningham ian.cunningham@handh.co.uk 07415871189

Registration No: Unregistered Frame No: KDD 6774 MOT: ExemptAuthentically presented Velo KSS 350Re-patriated from California in late 2010Supplied with various manuals and the US TitleVelocettes motorcycles were manufactured by Veloce Ltd in Hall Green Birmingham between 1905 and 1971, a family-owned firm producing mainly hand-built motorcycles and competing favorably with the bigger concerns such as BSA, Triumph and Norton. Veloce was a great technical innovator and many of its patented designs are commonplace on motorcycles today, including the positive-stop foot shift and swinging arm rear suspension with hydraulic dampers. Renowned for the quality of its products, the company was involved in international motorcycle racing from the mid-1920s through to the 1950s, culminating in two 350cc World Championship titles and its still unbeaten record of averaging over 100mph for 24 hours on a 500cc single-cylinder machine. The legendary 350cc KSS featured an overhead camshaft engine, quite rare in a road bike at the time, and formed the basis of the championship-winning KTTs. This KSS is part of a deceased estate, so unfortunately, not much is known of its history. According to the Owner's Club records, it was exported to dealer Jack Frodsham in California in April 1940, the engine no. KSS9227 now fitted was despatched at the same time in a different frame to the same dealer, so it must have been swapped at some time. Having spent most of its life overseas, it was re-patriated in 2010 and has been owned by a Velo enthusiast in the UK for the last 15 years. Presented in authentic condition, it has not been run for a number of years, so it will need recommissioning, however, the engine turns on the kickstarter. The mag and timing cover were loose when being photographed, so they must have been worked on by the vendor before ill health took over. Supplied with various manuals and owner's books together with its California title and 2010 import paperwork to aid registration in the UK. A rare opportunity to acquire a pre-war KSS at 'no reserve'. For more information, please contact: Ian Cunningham ian.cunningham@handh.co.uk 07415871189

Registration No: N/A Frame No: MK 09118 MOT: N/AIconic 1970s two-stroke 450cc MotocrosserCustomer version of the championship winning bikeModel made famous in the classic film 'On Any Sunday' (1971)Husqvarna was founded near the town Huskvarna, Sweden, in 1689 with the company starting out as a manufacturer of muskets and their logo still depicts a gun sight viewed from the end of the barrel. As with many motorcycle manufacturers, Husqvarna first began producing bicycles in the late 19th century but by 1903 they had begun manufacturing powered two-wheelers. By the 1970s they were mainly known for their off-road bikes, popular in Motocross and Enduro events. Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, Husqvarna was a dominant force in the motocross world, winning 14 motocross world championships in the 125cc, 250cc and 500cc divisions, 24 Enduro world championships and 11 Baja 1000 victories. Probably their best known model is the CR450 of the early 1970s, a firebreathing two-stroke ridden to world championship glory by Bengt Aberg and Heikki Mikkola and famously by Steve McQueen in 'On Any Sunday' (1971). This authentically presented CR450 spent most of its early life in the US before being imported into the UK by a previous owner. Bought by the vendor a few years ago, in 2021 it was treated to a good service that included fork seals, new tyres, the frame was resprayed and new plastics fitted. Last ridden in 2022 at the Malle Mile race weekend, it will need some recommissioning before being used in anger again. An excellent example of a much sought-after model that will put a smile on the face of any rider. https://youtube.com/shorts/QwuKcycHXOI?feature=sharedhttps://youtube.com/shorts/X6WQgIEpYVo For more information, please contact: Ian Cunningham ian.cunningham@handh.co.uk 07415871189

Registration No: Unregistered Frame No: ZAPM5010000006557 MOT: NoneOnly 1km recorded as it has only ever been pushed Never used or had any fuel in itHugely collectible clean VespaA great rare opportunityThe Vespa P range was launched in 1977 in Milan as the nuova linea model (new line). A hugely successful model for Piaggio for almost 40 years. The P range now stands as the last ‘classic’ Vespa range produced. With a newly designed and more angular chassis than all that had preceded it, it soon had integral indicators, electronic ignition and a much larger headlight than the Rally, the range it superseded. Several versions came and went and upgrades over the years included 12v electronics, automatic fuel mix, lockable side panels and disc brakes. But the end of the line was near with Euro 3 compliance standards ramping up against 2-stroke motorcycles and a catalytic converter was added from 2010 to prolong the life of the range. However, this wasn’t enough and production of the PX ended completely in early 2017 as the engine would fail to meet Euro 4 compliance emission requirements. This ‘new’ late edition model in Piaggio ‘Midnight Blue’ is completely as it came out of the factory. We do not believe it has ever had fuel in it as the tank was spotless clean and dry. It was purchased by our vendor from a local car auction and no details or documents were provided with it. We have since done our own investigations and have concluded it is a British market Vespa due to the side mirrors script and the presence of the UK size registration plate holder which was still in its original packaging. We have also conducted a HPI check based on the chassis and the machine comes up with no reported misdemeanours on the system. The mystery may never be solved but this is a quite unrepeatable and extraordinary find. We note that even the bar code and factory control stickers are still present as is the protective film over the leg shield protectors. It comes with the full brand new owner's pack complete with tools, manuals, guarantee books and keys. No attempt has been made to start it! For more information, please contact: Paul Diamond info@vintagescooters.co.uk 07768 313001

Registration No: P964 GJU Frame No: SMT372DD4TJ033391 MOT: NoneLimited edition Cosworth-tuned Daytona Super ThreeCarbon exhaust, single seat cover and carbon trimGood service history, old MOTs and a current V5CTriumph is the largest surviving British motorcycle manufacturer but it hasn’t been an easy path for the midlands-based manufacturer. The entire British bike industry collapsed in the 1970s and by the early 1980s Triumph went into receivership. After a few years and a lot of legal wrangling, British businessman John Bloor bought the name and manufacturing rights with his 'new' Triumph motorcycle company re-starting bike production in the early 1990s. Proving to be an instant success, the range developed through the 1990s with an eventual concentration on three cylinder sports tourers. When it was released the Daytona Super 3 became an overnight classic with a host of changes from the standard model, the major one being a more powerful engine. The power improvements were due to a collaboration with the tuning gurus at Cosworth and was accomplished by using flat slide carbs, higher compression pistons, re-profiled camshafts and a redesigned cylinder head. The end result was a power increase from 97bhp to 115bhp. Overall the Super 3 was a more responsive and higher performance ride with many parts in carbon fibre and improved brakes. This striking looking Daytona Super 3 is one of only 805 special limited edition models featuring many carbon fibre extras and engine tuning modifications developed by Cosworth Engineering on behalf of Triumph. Kept as part of a Hinckley Triumphs enthusiast private collection since 2008, in sight of the factory where it was built, it is presented in good original condition. Showing a credible 23,893 miles, backed up by a number of old MOT certificates, there is also a good history of nine services throughout its life from its first at 515 miles and then approximately every 3,000 miles thereafter up to its last one at 23,865. Presented in good original condition and recently recommissioned with new oil and filter, brake fluids and fuel tap overhaul, it will come supplied with many old MOTs and a current V5C. Whilst still a bike that can be ridden and enjoyed in modern day road conditions, as a rare limited edition it will surely become a future classic. For more information, please contact: Ian Cunningham ian.cunningham@handh.co.uk 07415871189

Registration No: ELK 559 Frame No: M8-1898 MOT: ExemptOn offer for the first time in 67 yearsA very much cherished SS80Known to the Brough Superior Club and 'correct numbers'Starts with ease and runs very wellComplete with a current V5C and a copy of the works record cardBrough Superior is probably the most iconic and evocative name in motorcycle history, being made by George Brough in his factory on Haydn Road in Nottingham from 1919 to 1940. Only approximately 3,048 examples were manufactured over the 21 years of production and there is thought to be only around a third of those still in existence. George Brough was a racer, designer, and showman, his father William E. Brough had been making Brough motorcycles in Nottingham since 1908 and continued to do so until 1926, but George was convinced he could improve on his father's designs, adding 'Superior' to the name to emphasise this. His motorcycles were all designed to offer high levels of performance and exceptional build quality with most being custom-built to the customer's needs, rarely did any two leave the factory in the same specification. His flair for marketing was highlighted when he successfully sought permission from the illustrious car maker to describe his machines as "The Rolls Royce of Motorcycles". After final assembly each bike was test ridden to ensure that it performed to specification and was personally certified by George Brough. George built up an impressive client list, the most famous being T. E. Lawrence "Lawrence of Arabia" who owned eight Broughs throughout his life. The SS80 was offered alongside the SS100 and the 11-50 models. Initially powered by a 988 cc J.A.P. sidevalve engine, later replaced by a 982 cc Matchless V-twin engine, it was guaranteed to reach speeds of 80mph, hence the name and impressive for its time. George Brough himself used a specially-tuned SS80, nicknamed “Old Bill,” to achieve notable racing success, including lapping the Brooklands track at over 100 mph. Of the 1,086 SS80s made, 460 were fitted with the Matchless powerplant. According to the Brough Superior Club, Frame No. M8-1898 was despatched from the Works with an Alpine Grand Sports sidecar chassis carrying a Cruiser body not to mention a Smiths 8-day clock. First registered as ‘ELK 559’ on November 19th 1937 to Messrs Godfrey Ltd of Great Portland St, London, the Combination entered the current family ownership some twenty-one years later. Acquired to meet the needs of a growing brood with a BSA A10 being swapped in the process, the Brough Superior required attention to its sidecar. A methodical individual, the late vendor created a facsimile of the original Cruiser body which was so good that the Brough Superior Club asked if he would make further copies for other members (an idea he declined due to the time the project had cost him). Subsequently treated to an extensive restoration during the late 1970s / early 1980s and used regularly since then, the way that the SS80 presents today is a testament to the quality of the workmanship involved. Well-maintained, ‘ELK 599’ is said to have undertaken numerous post-refurbishment trips all over the South of England. Starting readily and running well during our recent photography session, the Brough Superior is reportedly an ‘all correct numbers’ machine. Now exhibiting a gentle patina, this delightful Matchless-engined SS80 Combination is seemingly ready for its next long-term custodian. Offered for sale with copy Works Record Card, continuation logbook and sundry paperwork. For more information, please contact: Mike Davis mike.davis@handh.co.uk 07718 584217

Registration No: HVS 124 Frame No: P14/84036 MOT: ExemptClassed by the vendor as a Triton 'resto-mod' machineMany modern upgrades fitted during the buildThousands spent during the buildOne of the classic images of the 1960s heyday of British motorcycling is the Triton, a perfect blend of the legendary Norton featherbed frame and the Triumph twin engine. The 'cafe racer' style is still popular today with most modern-day manufacturers including the style in their range. Unfortunately, the original Norton engines were not as reliable, so an obvious answer was to replace them with the stronger and more readily available Triumph twin, starting a whole cottage industry in handmade specials. This 1959 Norton/Triton cafe racer is very interesting as it has several modern upgrades that have been utilised during the build. It started life as a 1959 Norton Dominator frame and fitted with a 1976 Triumph T140V engine which has a modern left-hand gearchange. It is believed to have been built by JMC Classics' John Mossey several years ago, which included being fitted with a full ally fuel tank with a Monza cap, electronic ignition with 12volt electrics, front and rear hydraulic disc brake conversion with a splined front hub, a Bob Newby racing dry clutch, and primary belt drive conversion. Other upgrades are Mikuni flat slide carbs, Hagon shocks 'Goldie'-style exhaust and alloy rear sets. The modern touch to this machine gives the best of both worlds, new and old and great in modern-day traffic. The Triton has been in a private collection and has not been used in the last year. Some general checks would be advised before putting it back on the road. It is offered with a current V5C. For more information, please contact: Mike Davis mike.davis@handh.co.uk 07718 584217

Stewart Brown (British, 20th century), Still life of a tub of apples oil on canvas, signed 'S BROWN' lower left mounted in frame, 54 x 45cm.

Stewart Brown (British, 20th century), Still life of a basket of grapes oil on canvas, signed 'S BROWN' lower left mounted in box frame, 61 x 50cm.

Stewart Brown (British, 20th century), still life of sunflower in galvanised jug oil on canvas, signed 'S BROWN' lower left mounted in box frame, 65 x 54cm.

Stewart Brown (British, 20th century), still life of biscuit tin, paint tube & brushes, turpentine, etc oil on canvas, signed 'S BROWN' lower right mounted in box frame, 65 x 54cm.

Imants Vecozols (Latvian, b.1933), Still life with aubergine, signed and dated 2000, inscribed to stretcher verso, oil on canvas, 72.5cm x 80cm Provenance: Bourne Fine Art, Edinburgh

Manner of Mario Nuzzi called Mario de' Fiori (Italian, 1603-1673), Still life of a large vase of flowers on a stone ledge Oil on canvas, 73.5cm x 60cm

George Saxon (British, 19th Century), Floral still life, oil on canvas, later inscribed and dated 1886 verso, 34cm x 27cm

Margaret Waller FIAL (British, 1916-1997), Still life of mixed blooms in a famille rose vase Signed, oil on board, 69cm x 58cm

Cecil Kennedy (British, 1905-1997), “Autumn” Still life with mixed blooms and rose hips Signed, oil on canvas, 24.5cm x 19.5cm Provenance: MacConnal-Mason, London

Cecil Kennedy (British, 1905-1997), ‘Autumn’ Still life with red roses Signed, oil on canvas, 24.5cm x 19.5cm Provenance: MacConnal-Mason, London

A SMALL ARCHIVE OF PAPERS, PHOTOS & EPHEMERA RELATIING TO THE SERVICE IN WW2 OF A FLIGHT ENGINEER, WHO SERVED WITH BOMBER COMMAND, 630 SQDN, Douglas Packma from Kent joined up at 18yrs old, and eventually made it to Flight Engineer serving with 630 Sqdn at RAF Syerston Notts (WW2 Bomber Command base) he flew 34 missions with 630 sqdn, including raids on Deehlan Airfield in Holland, where he had his first encounter with a ME 262, and sadly saw the Lancaster Bomber next to him take a direct hit next to him, although he received no formal flight training, he did on occasion fly a Lancaster, on another mission his aircraft was seriously damaged by Shrake musik(Flak) and only just made it back to Base, in later life a local magazine(Kent life) ran a full article which can still be found online, yet another research project for those interested in Bomber Command

Ava Moody. Still life with flowers, oil on canvas, signed and dated 1911, 23cm x 30cm.

D Frost. Still life vase with flowers, 50cm x 39cm, and another similar small example.

Ben Osaghae, Nigerian 1962-2017 - Still life, 1995; oil on canvas, signed lower right 'Ben Osaghae 95', 81 x 105.5 cm (unframed) 

Denis Peploe, Scottish 1914–1993 - Still Life with Drawing; oil on board, signed lower left 'Denis P', 76.2 x 63.5 cm (ARR) Provenance: with Royal Scottish Academy, Edinburgh; private collection, purchased from the above in 1985 and thence by descent Exhibited: Royal Scottish Academy, Edinburgh, 'Annual Exhibition 1985', 1985, no.209  (label attached to the reverse of the frame) Note: the artist was the son of the renowned Scottish Colourist Samuel John Peploe. A similar composition, featuring a still life in front of an artwork 'Study of Fruit and Flowers' is now in the collecion of The Hepworth Wakefield. This device was also frequently used by Bloomsbury artist Duncan Grant, most notably in 'Still Life with Matisse, 1971'. Peploe exhibited throughout his career and his works are in major institutions including The hunterian, Glasgow, The Fleming Collection and the National Galleries of Scotland. 

A Victorian needlepoint panel, c.1840, of a still life subject,31 x 38cm, in a glazed maple frameProvenance: York's Tenement, Yoxford, Suffolk.Condition ReportColours remain very bright. Frame size - 41.5 x 48cm.