Remarkable - Christopher Clarke Antiques

Remarkable
: worthy of attention; striking
Remarkable
Our 5th joint exhibition perhaps has a brave title but when you look up the dictionary definition of the word, many of the pieces on the
following pages fit in perfectly. We hope you enjoy these items, most of which are either notable, noteworthy, striking, extraordinary,
wonderful, unusual, singular or uncommon.
As in the past, a percentage of the total sales figure will be donated to our local charity Kate’s Home Nursing and we are again hosting a
Navigational Rally around the North Cotswolds. This is always a great day out and we would like to thank all the volunteers and sponsors
who help to make it such a great success. Our sponsors are listed on the inside back cover. We would also like to thank all our customers
who, in buying from the exhibition, are donating to Kate’s Home Nursing.
Kate’s Home Nursing provide hospice at home nursing care for those in the last stage of illness, filling the gap that the statutory sector
cannot and giving respite to the patient’s primary carer. They are Registered Charity No. 1059680. For more information on Kate’s or to
make a donation, visit : www.kateshomenursing.org
Manfred & Gabi Schotten, Simon & Sean Clarke
The front cover illustration is item No. 40
The inside cover illustration relates to item No. 10
The inside back cover illustration relates to item No. 45
The back cover illustration is described as item No. 46
Christopher Clarke
(Antiques) Ltd.
The Fosseway
Stow on the Wold
Glos. GL54 1JS
England
Tel : 01451 830476
email : [email protected]
www.campaignfurniture.com
All dimensions are in inches.
Manfred Schotten Antiques
109 High Street
Burford
Oxon. OX18 4RG
England
Tel : 01993 822302
email : [email protected]
www.sportantiques.co.uk
Copyright Christopher Clarke
(Antiques) Ltd & Manfred Schotten
Antiques, 2015.
Please note that due to the printing process the colour may vary.
1. Screen from the Archers Hall, Edinburgh
A remarkable four panel folding screen made of
leather with a painted scene to the front depicting
the Royal Company of Archers outside Holyrood
Palace, taken from the original artwork by C. R.
Waymer. The back of the screen is painted in a plain
green colour. There is a brass plaque on the rear
engraved: ‘Presented to Lt. Col., G.F.A. Pigot-Moodie
M.C. & Officers. The Royal Scots Greys, 1933, By Lieut.
F.E.S. Bowlby, on leaving the regiment’. The Royal
Company of Archers are the Sovereign’s personal
Bodyguard in Scotland, a role it has performed since
1822 and the reign of King George IV. Its base is in
Edinburgh at the Archers Hall and they were the first
military body of troops in the service of the British
Crown who adopted tartan as a part of their uniform.
It was originally formed as an Archery Club and the
longbow is still the Royal Company’s principal
weapon. The Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh is
The Queen’s official residence in Scotland and was
founded as a monastery in 1128. Mary, Queen of
Scots lived there between 1561 and 1567 and
successive Kings and Queens have made the Palace
the premier Royal residence in Scotland. Circa 1880.
H 84 1/2 W 96
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Remarkable Comfort
2. Ilkley Adjustable Couch by Robinson
This caned mahogany Ilkley Couch was first advertised by Thomas Robinson in 1862 as for Invalids. He described them ‘the most easy, comfortable and complete couch for
invalids, nurses or persons to lounge upon’. However, within 4 years the couch had proved so popular with the general public that he noted in his adverts that it was ‘now
extensively used as a Lounge to rest upon ...They can be immediately regulated to any shape for the hip and knee joints and any inclination for the back’. It was clear that the
chair had a much wider market than the specific one he had first aimed at. There was demand for the couch over a long period of time and Robinson’s were still advertising their
day bed in 1914, stating that it had been used by the late King Edward VII. Although Robinson’s made other items, it was the Ilkey Couch that changed their business and
inspired many imitations by a number of companies such as Leveson, Carter, Ward and the Army & Navy Store. This version is wider than most by a good 6 inches. The chair is
made in 3 sections, each with a ratchet support to adjust their position which can also be flat for use as a bed. The legs are removable and, as can be seen, the frame will fold to
make it easily portable. The Couch also retains its removable bar to hold the foot cushion in place. There is a worn label to the back which, although only Thomas remains from
the name, is similar to others we have seen. Circa 1870.
H 41 W 79 D 28
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3. Iron Chair Bed
This form of iron chair was made from the mid to the late 19th century and a
number of makers manufactured them. The variations typically involve the
front leg with some in brass, others turned wood and some simply iron. This
version has a front leg formed of brass tubing. The chair can be used in 3
different positions: as a day bed with the back upright, as a chair with the leg
rest folded under the seat or as a bed with the back dropped down by
releasing the stop bars on the arms. This type of chair was very popular and it
was known to have been used in the Crimean War and in the American and
Australian Gold Rushes where it was advertised as the California Chair.
Circa 1870.
Size as a Chair H 40 W 30 D 29
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4. Continental Folding Chair
The X frame folding action of the legs to this walnut chair is not
unusual and the chair further reduces in size by its hinged, folding
back. The front legs sweep back to form the uprights of the back
and the reeded decoration follows through to give the impression
of one piece of timber. The seat is made of webbed upholstery
hessian which supports a buttoned cushion. The back is padded
and its angle can be adjusted on the eyelets to the leather strap
arms. Compared to most folding chairs, this one is generous in
size and comfort. The walnut, flower decoration to the roundels
and neoclassical shape of the chair suggests it is Spanish. The
basic form of English Douro campaign chairs can be compared to
this chair and perhaps it was an influence on their design. Their
name, taken from the river Douro that was often crossed by
Wellington’s armies during the Peninsular War, would also tie in
with this theory. Early to Mid 19th Century.
H 38 W 24 1/4 D 43
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5. The Cuetown Hunt by Lionel Edwards
A set of four humorous billiard / fox hunting chromolithograph prints. This series of prints is entitled ‘The Cuetown Hunt’ with each picture having a different subtitle ‘Going to
the Meet’, ‘Gone Away’, ‘Full Cry’ and ‘The Finish’. The pictures also have a different caption to go with the depicted scene, ‘Cutting The Cloth’, ‘Pocket’, ‘Spot Leads’ and ‘A Canon
off The White’. They are after Lionel D Edwards, published by Landeker & Brown, London, 1903. Each print is in the original carved walnut frame with gold slip. The prints are a
very decorative set for either the hunting or billiard enthusiast. Lionel Edwards is best known for his fox hunting scenes but also produced pictures of horse racing, polo,
shooting, golfing and fishing. Edwards (1878 – 1966) was a British artist who captured aspects of British country life and at the age of nineteen became the youngest member of
the London Sketch Club. He favoured painting in watercolours but did later in life frequently use oils. He provided illustrations for Country Life, The Sphere, The Graphic, Punch
and during his lifetime wrote and illustrated some 25 books on sporting art. During WWI he served in ‘The Army Remount Service’, which was the body responsible for the
purchase and training of horses and mules for the British Army. Edwards, along with his contemporaries, Cecil Aldin and Sir Alfred Munnings, were probably the most important
sporting artists of the hunting field of the first half of the twentieth century. Circa 1903.
Frame H 22 W 27 Image H 11 W 15 1/2
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6. Billiard Room Bench
An Edwardian mahogany billiard room bench with well turned
legs and new upholstery. With the aid of the original mahogany
platform with bun feet the bench is raised further to allow a
commanding view of a billiard match. This style of bench is very
difficult to come by, especially in such great condition. It is also
very useful in a home cinema. Circa 1910.
H 43 W 74 D 36
7. Snooker Ball Box
A portable blond oak Snooker Ball Case. The triangular shaped
box is fitted with a brass carry handle and catch. The ball box is an
equilateral triangle (side length 18 inches) with hinged lid which
opens to reveal a baized interior. The case will house a full set of
snooker balls with a separate compartment for the high scoring
coloured balls. The reds are housed in a new oak triangle ready to
slide the balls into position on the table. A full set of composite
snooker balls come with the box. Circa 1920.
H 3 1/2 W 18 D 18
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8. Riley Dining Snooker Table
A fine quality mahogany dining snooker/billiard table
by E. J. Riley Ltd., of Accrington. The dual height billiard
dining table has fine shaped cabriole legs and comes
with five removable mahogany leaves. The leaves turn
the snooker table into a diner once it is set to the low
position by its patent rise and fall lifters. It can then be
lifted back to the correct height for snooker, billiards
and pool. The table is in usable condition with good
cushions and clean playing cloth. There is a set of
snooker and pool balls and two cues to accompany this
table. A great table for those who have limited space.
Circa 1930.
H 28 1/4 Raised H 33 W 46 1/2 D 88 1/2
9. Brass Snooker Cue Rest
A good, unusual shaped brass ‘V’ spider cue rest
marked ‘Universal No.651’. The V will twist on the
bridge in order to put the cue in the optimal playing
position. The original brass head is raised on leather
supports to protect the baize, the wooden shaft is old
but is a replacement. Circa 1880.
H 3 W 2 1/2 L 58
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10. Davenport by Seddon
This rosewood Davenport has 4 graduating drawers to one side with a hinged, small
pen and ink drawer above to the sliding top. The fall has a tooled green leather writing
surface which lifts to reveal a further plain storage area. The top drawer has T & G
Seddon’s paper label to the interior noting that they were ‘Manufacturers To Her
Majesty’ and giving the address of Gray’s Inn Road. It also has the cabinet maker’s
name, R. Vizer, and the item number 3509 inscribed in ink. Seddon’s business was
founded in 1753 and became established as one of the largest cabinet makers in
London having up to 400 employees. T & G Seddon were the third generation of the
family to run the business, with Thomas taking over in 1815 and joined by his brother
George 2 years later. In 1832, they were awarded a Royal Warrant after briefly joining
with Morel to undertake his major refurbishment of Windsor Castle. They worked
from their Grays Inn address from 1837, the year Victoria ascended to the throne. The
quality of this piece of furniture is as good as you would expect from a workshop that
enjoys Seddon’s reputation. Stylistically this Davenport would be a little earlier but
given the details on the label it has to be dated to circa 1837.
Also illustrated on the inside front cover.
H 34 W 20 1/2 D 21 1/4
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11. Georgian Bureau
The small size of this George II Cuban mahogany Bureau on stand, along with its remarkably original
condition, makes it very attractive. An example of the condition is that it still retains it handles that are
held by the earlier method of wire loops as opposed to cast pommels. This is both an indication of its
age and the fact that the bureau has never been updated with more fashionable handles as tastes
have changed. The quality of the timber, the mahogany drawer linings and its weight is also another
indicator of its mid 18th century date. The interior is fitted with 5 drawers, one of which has shaped
dividers to take inkwells etc. The pigeon hole dividers are also shaped and show the high standard of
work of the cabinet maker. The height of the fall is such that it was probably intended to be stood at to
work and may suggest it was for use in a cramped area such as a ship’s cabin. The bureau is removable
from the stand which was a standard method of construction rather than a firm pointer to use for
travel. However, we have had a comparable bureau on stand that was stamped Colonel Kemp, showing
its military use. A very good example of the quality of Georgian cabinet making. Circa 1750.
Size Closed H 42 1/2 W 23 1/2 D 15 1/2
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12. Small Campaign Chest
This small sized oak campaign chest is reminiscent of the colonial ones made in teak. However, it is English
made with the 2 sections fixed together with thumb bolts. It has standard brass campaign handles to the
drawers but heavy, wrought iron carrying handles to the sides with their back plates shaped to the corners.
The drawers have an incised line to the edge and the legs are removable. It’s possible that it was made as a
bespoke piece as opposed to by a specialist in travel furniture. The cabinet work is certainly fine quality. The
small size makes this an unusual English chest but it sits well and has a lot of charm. Mid 19th Century.
H 41 1/4 W 30 D 14 1/4
13. Campaign Chest by Ross
The top right hand drawer of this mahogany chest has a pressed brass plague for Ross of Dublin.
The drawer configuration of four short over 3 long drawers is an uncommon design but one that
is very practical and looks good. This is a known Ross model, although they also made chests to
other designs. The positioning of the brass straps and the shaped corners are typical of Ross. The
drawer linings are ash and the lock to the top right hand drawer is by Hobbs. All the other locks
are unmarked and it was common practise to make the top right drawer more secure. The brass
label gives the address of 9,10,11 Ellis Quay. E. Ross changed their trading name to Ross & Co. in
1860 and used the address of 9,10,11 up to 1862 after which 8,9,10 Ellis Quay is more commonly
seen. It is probable that their use of the labels with the different addresses over lapped. We have
certainly seen Ross items giving addresses that do not adhere strictly to the directories or their
adverts. A good chest by a good maker. Circa 1865.
H 44 W 39 D 19 1/4
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14. Chest with Packing Cases
For travel, the feet would be removed and each section of this mahogany
Campaign Chest would be fitted into one of its two packing cases. It is
uncommon for campaign chests to retain their packing cases as they were
often broken up or put to other uses at the end of the soldier’s service. The
packing cases were dual purpose and would become a secondary piece of
furniture, termed a wardrobe, when camp was set up. Although missing from
these cases, a shelf board would be inserted into each section and you would
have a useful piece of furniture. Most became separated and it is hard now to
find a chest with its original cases. This set has a standard, brass bound,
campaign chest. The cases are made of painted pine or deal with 3 iron straps
to the side edges, iron carrying handles and an iron strap running the height of
the doors to further secure them with bolts. They retain their key but not the
bolts. The bottom cupboard has a batten fixed along the front of the inside
edge with space left to either end for the feet blocks on the bottom section of
the chest to pass. It is remarkable that the packing cases have survived with
their chest. Late 19th Century.
Chest H 41 W 36 D 18 3/4
Cases H 43 1/4 W 36 D 20
A Remarkable Survivor
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15. Randolph Turpin Carpet
A wonderful impressive carpet made for the British boxer Randolph Turpin
(nick-named ‘The Leamington Licker’). The carpet measuring nearly 3 meters by 4
meters was made by a life long friend, Mr Dennis Quayle. Quayle owned a high
quality furniture store in Birmingham and supplied amongst other furnishings,
hand made carpets. Following Turpin’s triumph over Sugar Ray Robinson to win
the world title in 1951, Mr Quayle had the carpet made as a gift for Turpin. Later in
Turpin’s life when in trouble, Quayle bought back the carpet in order to help him
financially, with the carpet remaining in the Quayle family ever since. This is a
great memento that would make a remarkable wall hanging. Randolph Turpin is
one of Britain’s greatest sportsmen who plied his trade with courage, honour and
skill and gave Britain one of its best nights in a boxing ring. As a 33-1 underdog
Turpin humbled the greatest fighter the world had seen, Sugar Ray Robinson, at
Earls Court in London to become Middleweight Champion of the World. Sugar Ray
was at his peak and the fight was the culmination of the flamboyant champion’s
famous tour of Europe. Unable to cope with Turpin’s long reach and unusual wide
stance the American struggled to land punches. Turpin’s strength inside was too
much and he took the win on points after 15 rounds. He would lose the belt in a
rematch 64 days later but Turpin’s achievement is a remarkable one which crowns
a distinguished boxing career. In 2001 he was inducted into the International
Boxing Hall Of Fame. Randolph Adolphus Turpin was born in Leamington Spa,
Warwickshire, on the 7th June 1928 and was a Black English boxer who was
considered by some to be Europe’s best middleweight boxer of the 1940’s and
1950’s. Turpin turned professional in London in 1946, soon after his 18th birthday,
and was trained by his elder brother Dick, who himself was a successful
middleweight. Randolph Turpin’s life ended in extraordinary tragedy but his
achievements in the ring will be talked about for as long as people are interested
in the sport. A statue of Randolph Turpin was proudly erected in the Market
Square in Warwick to honour his life. Circa 1951.
H 153 1/2 W 112
Randolph Turpin’s titles:British Middleweight 17th Oct 1950
European Middleweight 27th Feb 1951
World Middleweight 10th July 1951
Commonwealth Middleweight 2nd Oct 1952
Won the British Light-Heavyweight title in 1952, 1955
Won the Lonsdale belt outright in 1956
Won Commonwealth Light-Heavyweight title in 1952
Contests: 73
Won: 64 (45 KOs)
Lost: 8
Drew: 1
A Remarkable Boxer
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16. Royal Doulton Golfing Whisky Jar
A fine Royal Doulton earthenware whisky jar decorated
with a Kingsware pattern golfing scene in bas-relief after
the cartoonist and illustrator Charles Crombie. The jar is
striking in colour with nice clean glazing with minimal
visible crazing. Marked with the Royal Doulton trade
mark logo on the base. These jars were typically made
between 1901 and 1930. The lip of the spout has had a
very small chip professionally repaired which is almost
undetectable. Charles ‘Chas’ Crombie (1885 – 1967)
was an illustrator whose work is well known to the
collector. His pictures can be found in many forms, on
postcards, calendars, in books and on Royal Doulton
ceramics. Circa 1910.
H 8 Dia 5 1/2
17. Display of 23 Golf Balls
A wonderful display of vintage golf balls in an ebonized Victorian wall display cabinet. The cabinet has been adapted to
display 23 golf balls and is with a single glazed lockable door and dark blue crushed velvet background. The balls sit on
individually turned ebonized wooden display stands that are secured onto the three shelves. The stands are on copper
pins so can be easily rearranged on the shelves to your own liking. The glass door gives a clear view of each golf ball on
display, whilst helping to protect the balls from dust and damage. The twenty three balls are sold with the cabinet and
range from 1890’s rare gutty balls to 1960’s Dunlop 65. It is a good varied selection of gutta-percha, rubber core,
mesh, bramble and dimple golf balls, included is a reproduction feathery golf ball.
H 22 1/4 W 36 D 5 1/2
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18. Portrait of Charlie Hunter
A fine photogravure by Annan & Sons, after the painting by R.C. Crawford, of the famous Prestwick professional and club maker ‘Charlie Hunter’. The picture shows Hunter
standing on the golf course with a long nose wood in his right hand and a feather golf ball on the ground in front of him. The golf picture is mounted and framed behind glass.
Charles Hunter (Charlie) was born in Prestwick (1837-1921) and was a caddie and clubmaker to Old Tom Morris. When Tom left to return to St. Andrews Charlie took over
Prestwick where he remained until his death, although he had a brief spell at Royal Blackheath 1866-68. He produced very good quality long nosed clubs stamped ‘C.Hunter’
from 1860 – 1890, played in the first Open in 1860 and laid out various golf courses, Machrihanish, Prestwick St. Nicholas and revising Prestwick. Hunter’s son was married to
Tom Morris’s daughter. Robert Cree Crawford (1842-1924) was a Scottish painter living in Glasgow. He painted most subjects, including sport, but his reputation was largely
based on his portrait paintings. Circa 1900.
Frame H 28 1/2 W 20 1/2 Image H 19 W 11 3/4
19. Golf Painting, Wimbledon Common by Edwin Harris
A well executed painting, oil on canvas, by Edwin Harris. The painting depicts a group of golfers, a threesome putting on the green at Wimbledon common in front of the
Windmill. It is signed and dated 1912 in the bottom left hand corner. Edwin Lawson James Harris (1891 – 1961) was an English landscape artist born in West Sussex. Harris
exhibited from 1912 at various galleries including the Royal Academy. He was an accomplished cricketer, as was his father, playing first class cricket for Sussex from 1922 to 1924.
Circa 1912.
Frame H 20 1/2 W 24 1/2 Image H 13 1/4 W 17 1/2
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20. Cope’s Golfers Cigarette Cards
A full set of 50 cigarette cards by Cope Bros. & Co., Ltd. This set is the most sought-after set of golfing cigarette cards and is complete. These are the original 1900 cards and not
the reprints of the 1980’s. The original art work for these promotional cards was painted by George Pipeshank and features many of the great players and characters of the day
including John Taylor, Tom Morris, Alex Herd, Allan Robertson, Tom Morris Jr., ‘Fiery’, F. G. Tait, J. H. Taylor, Harold Hilton, J. Ball, H. G. Hutchinson and A. J. Balfour. To the rear of
the cards is the listing for the full set and Cope’s details, ‘ Cope Bros. & Co., Ltd., Liverpool, 10, Lord Nelson St., London, 89, Gt. Eastern St., E.C.’. The set is in very good condition.
Circa 1900.
H 3 W 1 1/2
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21. Schoenhut Indoor Golf Game
A wonderful indoor ‘Schoenhut’ golf game comprising of 2 figures, Tommy Green and Sissy Lofter. Sissy Lofter is in her original No G/8 cardboard box which has been restored
and the original instruction pamphlet is enclosed. The accessories to complete the game are Putting Green, Water Hazard, Mounded Bunker, 2 Indoor Golf Balls, Sand Trap,
Driver, Niblick and P utter. Each figure is 6 1/2 inches tall and attached to a 30 inch shaft with a trigger mechanism to swing the golf club. The figures are in original condition with
Sissy’s metal plaque stamped with the inscription ‘Manufactured by The A. Schoenhut Co. Phila Pa. Pat. U.S.A. March 14 1922. Foreign patents pending’. These are very good
examples of the Schoenhut Golf Toys and are highly collectable. Circa 1920.
Box size H 3 W 36 3/4 D 6
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22. Thunderbox by T. Billson
A mahogany campaign Thunderbox or Commode by Thomas Billson.
As can be seen this Commode has turned legs that are removable on
wooden threads to leave a regular box shape for ease of packing. It
retains its ceramic bowl with the turned cover and mahogany board
that is removable. It has flush carrying handles to the sides and a door
to the front. Inside the cupboard section is Billson’s label giving his
address as 13 Blenheim st., Oxford Street and notes that he was a
Carpenter and Cabinet Maker who also performed funerals. Billson
seems to have commenced business in 1809 and was closely
associated with George and William Billson. The 3 of them appear to
have both worked with each other as well as listing themselves as
separate businesses. Thomas is listed in the 1823 and 1825 directories
at the above address but not listed at all in the 1828 directory. By 1835
there is a Thomas Billson noted at 7 Gt. Tichfield St. Whether it is the
same Thomas or a relative, we do not know. The commode is a useful
height for modern use and would work well as a low table. Circa 1825.
H 18 W 18 1/4 D 16 1/4
23. Satinwood Trunk
The rich golden colour of this satinwood trunk shows
why it was a favourite wood amongst English cabinet
makers. Although easily available in Sri Lanka, the
imported price to Britain was high. Given the
construction, the trunk looks to be colonial but it is
curious that the base boards are pine and the lid is
lined in oak. The interior is plain. The trunk stands on
a plinth base with shaped bracket feet. The carrying
handles to the sides are brass and the edges of the
base and the top both have inset brass corners where
they meet, which is a nice feature. The escutcheon
is ebony and the trunk has a key. Early 19th Century.
H 16 1/2 W 24 D 14 1/2
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24. Mule Trunk
Made of leather with strap work to strengthen it and a tin base to stop the damp
rising up into it, this Mule Trunk was a common item of kit at the turn of 1900. The
lid has a wooden bar towards the back of the top running its full length to
strengthen it and sits on wooden sledge feet. The trunk has 2 leather loops to the
back which originally would have held iron rings to quickly fit it to a pack saddle and
leather carrying handles. There is a shadow mark of 591 which was painted on the
trunk and at sometime removed. Although this is an unremarkable piece of
campaign furniture, the height and flat surface make it very useful. Circa 1900.
H 18 W 28 D 18
25. Wilkinson’s Box
A Georgian walnut Box with flush, brass campaign handles to the
sides and a name plate engraved Wilkinson to the top. We do not
know if Wilkinson was a remarkable man or not but his box is
well made with 2 drawers below a divided tray to the interior. The
top has an overhanging, applied moulding edge to fit it to the box
which is constructed with open dovetails. The drawer knob
handles are turned in bone. This box is a useful ‘in between’ size,
too small to take clothing etc. but a good size for papers or
personal effects. Early 19th Century.
H 11 W 19 3/4 D 11 3/4
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26. Anglo Indian Trunk
The Asian hardwood to this brass bound Anglo
Indian Trunk has the appearance of a good
mahogany but it is much harder and has the look of
purpleheart. However, that is not a native Asian
timber and it is more likely a local timber was used.
The trunk is of a fairly standard design of those
made in India for British officers but it does have a
few variations to most we see. The joints fixing the
stile feet, which run the height of the trunk, to the
front, back and side boards are a little unusual and
can perhaps best be described as half of a dovetail
when looking down on them. The carrying handles,
although replaced, were not originally iron as you
might expect but brass. The hinges to the top have
an extra return to further strengthen them. The
trunk also has a rebate to the bottom and top to
locate them to each other. The quality of this trunk
from the unusual timber which has a good colour,
to the cabinet work is better than most similar
pieces. The size makes it useful as a coffee table.
Mid 19th Century.
H 18 W 28 1/2 D 16 1/4
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These two Chinese Export Trunks are typical of the many
hundreds that were sold to the Europeans passing through the
East or exported to the west for retail. The brass studs are both
decorative and to add strength and the camphor would repel
insects. Often the trunks have a shield shaped escutcheon and a
ring handle to lift the lid with carrying handles to the sides. The
leather to these trunks were commonly black or green but
occasionally trunks in other colours or with hand painted flower
decoration turn up. They were sold in a number of sizes and often
as a set. However, these two both stand out for different reasons;
the smaller for the engraved name plate and the larger for its
more unusual colour.
27. Capt. Thomas Canney’s Trunk
This green leather on camphor wood China Trade trunk has an
engraved name plate for Capt. Thomas Canney. Little is known of
the captain but it is very likely that it is the same Thomas Canney
who transported convicts to Australia on The Katherine Stewart
Forbes. The ship went first to New South Wales in 1830 and then
to Van Diemen’s Land in 1832. These dates would fit in with the
trunk and it’s possible that Canney purchased the trunk whilst in
the East. The trunk is plain to the interior and has brass carrying
handles to the sides. Early 19th Century.
H 12 3/4 W 30 1/2 D 15 1/4
28. Chinese Export Trunk
Made of leather on camphor wood with brass corners and stud
decoration, this China Trade Trunk also has a lift out tray. The
dark blue leather, probably started life as a lighter blue, can be
considered an unusual colour. The owner’s initials of M.E.D. are
painted neatly in white to the top. The height makes this trunk
very practical for use as a coffee table or at the end of bed for
storage. Early to mid 19th Century.
H 17 1/4 W 31 1/4 D 18 1/4
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29. Telescope by Cox
A silvered brass single draw Telescope by Cox with leather grip to the barrel. The telescope has a dust slide to the eye piece and a cap. The tube is engraved Cox, Devonport,
Optician to the R.W.Y.C. Cox established his business in Devonport, Plymouth and traded mostly in Fore Street although later he also had premises in Southside Street. His
location was ideally suited for selling maritime instruments such as telescopes and sextants etc. The Royal Western Yacht Club was founded in 1827 as the Port of Plymouth
Royal Clarence Regatta Club, changing its name 5 years later to the R.W.Y.C. As the club themselves point out, they were unusual as they were born in an age when you didn’t
go to sea for fun but for work or in travel. However, it does mean they are one of the oldest established Yacht Clubs in the world. That Cox enjoyed their Royal patronage is a
measure of the quality of his work. The telescope was silvered to help it withstand the salt in the sea air and the leather grip has a dark patina to the area it has been held by.
Circa 1840.
Closed Size D 25 1/4 W 2 1/4 D 2 1/4
30. Small Telescope by Steward
This small, 3 draw brass Telescope is engraved with the maker’s details of J H Steward, 406 - 66 Strand, 54 Cornhill, 63 St. Pauls Church Yd. London. James Henry Steward
founded his business in 1856 as an optician and the company continued after his death in 1896. The company produced a wide variety of instruments including the ‘celebrated
Lord Bury telescope’ and the ‘Fitzroy barometers’ which they claimed were used in all the railway terminals and principal London hotels. They were also patronized by the
British and foreign governments and a number of National Rifle Associations. Steward had a few address changes as his business expanded but 406 Strand seems to be a
constant location. The premises at St. Pauls Church Yard were held by Steward from 1867 to after 1880 but are no longer listed under his name in 1899. Steward held a good
reputation and a wide range of instruments. Through his wife’s interest he also had a jewellery shop. This telescope retains its protective cap and has a slide to cover the eye
piece. However, what is interesting about it is the addition of the finely worked grip and rope work to the strap loops which would suggest it was used by a sailor. Circa 1890.
Extended Size H 1 1/4 W 16 5/8 D 1 1/4
Remarkably Fine Workmanship
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Remarkably Powerful
31. Observation Binoculars - 10 X 80
A pair of German ex military observation binoculars
mounted on an aluminium gimble and adjustable old
wooden Carl Zeiss tripod. The binoculars with 45º incline
eyepieces are marked D.F. 10 x 80, X cxn o, 75313, 52163;
cxn is the manufacturers code for Busch of Rathenow. The
eyepieces can be adjusted to suit your eyes with a turn of a
knob as can the four shade settings for the lenses. The
optical quality of the lenses is remarkable. This is a very
fine pair of binoculars with a highly polished finish, giving it
a sculptural look. Circa 1950.
Size without tripod H 17 W 9 D17
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32. Pond Yacht
A good looking gaff rigged pond yacht on a replaced oak and metal stand. The yacht
is with a hollow spruce hull with a brass bar keel and cotton sails. Circa 1920.
H 47 W 40 D 7
33. Wooden Ships Wheel
A well shaped six spoke ship’s helm wheel from the late 19th or early 20th century.
The wheel is made of teak with the outer rim fixed to 6 slightly curved spokes. The
spokes are unlike the normal ones that are turned on a lathe, they are shaped in an
attractive fashion giving the wheel a wonderful sculptural look. The hub is solid cast
iron with a brass hub cover on the front side. A very impressive decorative piece,
probably a J Class yacht’s wheel.
Diameter 45 1/2
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34. Ship’s Table
This mahogany table was designed to save space when not in use and as can be seen
folds into a cupboard fitted to the wall. In a small cabin, the ability to fold it away
would be very useful. One end of the table top is fitted to the wall frame on a sliding
mechanism so that when the opposite end is lifted, it will drop to rest parallel to the
wall to be packed away. It is held in place as it’s folded by fittings to the top which run
down along a groove to either side of the frame. The top has brass corners at these
points to protect it from wear. When the top is in the horizontal position, the 2 hinged
sides can be folded out to increase the dining width. The top is supported by a bracket
arm which moves into 45 degree position as the table is pulled open. By repute this
table is from a submarine. Circa 1900.
H 57 W 29 1/2 D 44 1/4
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Remarkably Practical
35. Bronze Anchor
This bronze fouled anchor sculpture is
mounted on a mahogany base. It is well
modelled with good detail and a woven
wire rope to foul the anchor. It was no
doubt made with the naval or sea going
man in mind and could be used as a
paperweight as well as set on the
mantelpiece. Circa 1900.
H 4 3/4 W 5 1/2 D 3 3/8
36. Ship’s Bench
This teak Ship’s Bench has a swing back to allow you to choose which
side you wish to sit on. It was not uncommon to wish to change your
view on board ship or to move to face the sun. Although the bench is
narrow it is still very stable but, with shipboard use in mind, it has a
large, ornate gilt brass bolt to fix to the deck at either end. The bench
has some carved decoration and fluting etc. Although the dark red
leather upholstery has been replaced, the brass star head studs are
original. The narrow size of this bench would make it very practical
for a hall. It is probable that this bench is from one of the many
steamships that operated around the coast of Britain and dates
to the late 19th Century.
H 33 W 89 D 18
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37. Raleigh Bicycle Advertising Poster
A very evocative original Raleigh poster from the
1920’s. The image shows a ‘modern’ independent
woman on her ‘ALL-STEEL’ Raleigh bicycle. This image
also appeared on some of Raleigh’s catalogues during
the 20’s. This poster has recently been restored,
mounted on linen and framed. A remarkable and
colourful advertising poster that would look great on
any wall. Circa 1920.
Frame H 44 1/2 W 63 Image H 38 W 56 1/2
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38. Ellerslie Train Set
This 3 1/4 inch gauge, scratch built model Train Set consists of 4 pieces of rolling stock made from painted wood with leather,
brass and steel parts. There is both a 1st and 3rd class passenger coach, a brake wagon and a flat bed wagon which has a
removable, pedal operated threshing machine. The attention to detail shown in the construction of this model suggests a
maker of the utmost patience. The benches have turned legs and buttoned leather cushions, there are working sash windows,
doors that open and hand basins. The livery is for the Ellerslie Railway Company and the design and the Sanskrit to the 3rd
class coach suggests it was made in India. We have found little direct information on the Ellerslie Railway Company and it is
possible that it was a name made up by the model maker. There was a house in Shimla called Ellerslie that was rebuilt in 1899
to house the Punjab Secretariat and we can guess that there maybe a connection. Certainly the train ride upto Shimla was an
incredible journey and likely to captivate those that took it. However, whatever the history behind this set is, the craftsmanship
and detail remain a testament to the maker. Circa 1930.
H 12 3/4 W 67 D 7
Remarkable Detail
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39. Midland Railway Carriage Sign
This transfer Coat of Arms on board is from a carriage from the
Midland Railway Company. It is made up from parts of a number of
city’s crests served by the railway including Birmingham, Derby (its
headquarters), Bristol, Lincoln and Leeds. The Wyvern was the
emblem of Mercia. The company changed the colour of their
carriages from green to the maroon used on this panel in 1883.
After forming in 1844 from the merger of the North Midland,
Midland Counties and Birmingham and Derby Junction Railways it
quickly swallowed up a number of smaller companies to grow to
the third largest railway in the country. In 1922 it merged to
become the London, Midland and Scottish Railway. This carriage
sign is a decorative reminder of the golden age of the railways.
Circa 1900.
H 18 1/2 W 19 3/4 D 1/2
40. Canadian Photographs
‘Whiteman’s Magic’ and the adjacent photograph, ‘Canadian
Mountie’, are both taken from a collection of Canadian
photographs from Banff National Park. The images have been
reproduced and are available mounted and framed in a hand
coloured wooden frame, or simply mounted. Banff National Park is
Canada’s oldest national park, established in 1885, and nestled in
the heart of the magnificent Canadian Rockies. The allure of Banff
National Park is the mountainous terrain with numerous glaciers
and ice fields, dense coniferous forest, and alpine landscapes, the
home of some of North America’s wildest creatures, including the
grizzly bear, caribou and wolves. Also illustrated on the front cover.
Mount H 14 3/4 W 20 1/2 Image H 9 3/4 W 15 1/4
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A Remarkable View
41. Sirram & Primus Picnic Set
The small wicker basket of this Picnic Set has a label for Sirram however, it appears
that the crockery and cutlery has been removed and replaced with a Primus Stove.
The owner has modified the set for his own purposes and presumably upgraded the
spirit heater in the set. The Sirram picnic sets were produced by the George Marris &
Co. of Bull Street, Birmingham after 1906. The company started as manufacturers of
iron and brass bed parts and pots in the 19th century. The name Sirram is Marris
backwards. Aside from the label to the basket, the kettle also has a brass plaque to it
and the distinctive Sirram threaded caps to the lid and spout. The set has 5 tins to take
the ingredients needed for drinks and food for a picnic. The Primus Stove retains its
original tin along with the instruction sheet for both its use and packing away. The
Primus Stove was developed in 1892 by the Swede Frans Linqvist and he quickly
partnered with Johan Svenson to manufacture it. They sold the exclusive rights shortly
after to BAHCO. The Primus was a great success and produced for many years. The tin
in this Sirram Picnic set can be dated to 1935 from its markings. Picnic Sets became
very popular with motorists in the early 20th century with a number of well know
luggage manufactures producing them. Circa 1935.
Case Size H 7 1/4 W 12 D 10 1/2
42. Set of Motoring Maps of Scotland
A leather cased set of 16 Reliable Motor Maps of Scotland by W & A.K. Johnston Ltd. of Edina Works, Easter
Road, Edinburgh. The maps are all individually numbered and have a small map of Scotland to both the front and
back showing their area of the county in red. They are backed on linen and show 3 miles to the inch. The leather
case is stamped in gilt With Compliments From The Kennedy Motor Coy. Ltd, Glasgow, Scotland. The top of the
case is stamped Johnson’s Three Miles To Inch Map of Scotland in 16 Sheets. The Kennedy Motor Company are
listed in the Scottish Post Office Directories from 1905 and are listed variously as automobile agents to
manufacturing engineers with various addresses including Gordon Street, Maxwell Road, Pollokshaws Road and
Shettleston. They were the makers of the Rob Roy car between 1922 to 1926. This set of maps is much smaller
than most others and the case has a shoulder strap. Map 1 also has a celluloid cover which was presumably to
be used to protect individual maps when out of the case. Early 20th Century.
H 7 W 9 1/2 D 3
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43. Cromwell Crash Helmet
A fine blue painted motorcycle, pudding
basin shape helmet made in England by
Cromwell. This helmet has a cork
interior, fitted with a felt headband and
straps keeping a space between the
head and outer case of the helmet.
Strong leather neck and ear flaps are
fitted as is a chin strap and goggle strap.
Inside the helmet there is a cloth
Cromwell trade label and the size 7. This
is an ACU approved racing helmet.
Display block not included but available
to purchase separately. Circa 1950.
Helmet size 7
44. Strap-Auto Chair
This small iron chair with original rexine type upholstery is French and was designed for use whilst
driving. It could either be used for an additional passenger when positioned between the 2 seats or
for picnicking. It has a label to the back giving the name Strap-Auto along with the company name
Systeme Truffy and B.G.D. This is an abbreviation of Bte S.G.D.G. meaning it is patented but without
government guarantee. There is very little information available on this chair although 2 other
examples I have discovered have been described as rare. One of these chairs had a label which
also gives the address details of Franco Canadienne, 20 rue d’Armenonville, Neuilly Sur Seine. The
chair was made at the beginning of the 20th century, the start of the age of the automobile, when
interest in cars and their accessories was very strong. The folding mechanism is very effective with
a lever which both releases and holds the back in position. With the back folded against the seat,
the X frame legs will also fold making the chair very compact. Worthy of comparison is the folding
chair patented in 1912 by Calvin A. Buffington, whose company made all sorts of car equipment
to meet the fast growing American demand. An example of Buffington’s chair can be seen in the
Metropolitan Museum. This chair is much smaller in size but fits in with the innovative design
of the early 20th century. The shape of the seat and simplified back give it an industrial
elegance that is met by its practicality. Circa 1910.
H 23 W 12 D 16
Remarkable Design
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45. Brooks Automobile Motoring Trunk
46. Leather Motoring Trunk
A very nice original Brooks motoring trunk in black canvas fitted with a cream linen
interior. The motoring luggage case is in good usable condition with two brass lever
clips to keep the lid firmly closed, one central lock and carry handle. There is a copper
‘Brooks’ trade label inside the case, the outside with brass edges. Probably part of a
graduated set of cases as the brass edging would protect the cases as they were
stacked on top of each other. ‘Brooks’ is more famous for the leather and sprung
bicycle saddles they first produced in the 1870’s. John Boultbee Brooks was the
designer and manufacture of the bicycle saddles but by around 1914 the company
were manufacturing cycle and motorcycle saddles, leather goods, motor car trunks
and other accessories employing over 600 staff. The 20’s saw the business flourish
with Boultbee’s son entering the luggage market in a big way with leather covered
wardrobe trunks for ocean liners and, as the popularity of the automobile grew,
‘motor trunks’. Circa 1910.
Also illustrated on the back cover.
This original leather motoring trunk is fitted with chrome catches and leather carry
handle. The interior is lined with cream fabric with straps and little gathered pockets
designed to stow small items securely in the case. The ivorine disc on the inside lid is
with the retailer’s details ‘Newbury and Johnson Ltd, London’, also showing top
companies they supplied, Roll Royce, JB and Bentley. Circa 1900.
Also illustrated on the inside back cover.
H 7 1/2 W 38 1/4 D 15
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H 7 W 36 3/4 D 17 1/2
47. Herbert Johnson Boater
A miniature Straw Boater in cardboard box by
Herbert Johnson. This was probably made as a
novelty gift to advertise the company and the
quality of their hats. Herbert Johnson was first
apprenticed as a boy to hat-makers Lincoln
Bennett for 7 years. He formed his own business
in 1889 with Edward John Glazier at 45 New Bond
Street, London after he offered to repair the
Prince of Wales’ top hat. It had become damaged
after it blew off whilst the Prince was riding in the
park. Johnson happened to be walking past and
did such a good job that the Prince suggested he
set up his own business. He did and apart from
the Royal patronage, he quickly counted Kaiser
Wilhelm and the Czar of Russia amongst his
customers. It was said that ‘a man with a Herbert
Johnson hat is a man apart’. Most regiments also
used the company as well as the theatre and later
film. Indiana Jones’ famous hat is a Herbert
Johnson. Herbert retired in 1928 but the firm
continues today. The boater has a ribbon marked
Herbert Johnson in gilt as well as a label with the
name to the interior. The box is stamped with the
Royal Coat of Arms and By Appointment To Her
Majesty The Queen Hatters below. Herbert
Johnson, 13 Old Burlington Street, London W1 is
also marked. London postcodes were first used in
1917. Circa 1925.
A Remarkable Encounter
Box Size H 1 5/8 W 5 D 5 1/2
48. The Sportseat
The Sportseat is an ingenious aluminium and steel shooting and fishing seat that reduces dramatically in size for travel. The stick is telescopic with 3 sections that lock on sprung
brass balls that fit to a hole. Depressing each ball unlocks the sections. It has a sprung point for holding the position of the stick that is fixed by screwing on the circular plate. The
seat also screws on and contains the plate and stick when dismantled. As the label to the inside of box lid notes, it is ‘Collapsible’, ‘Compact’, is ‘The Ideal Seat For Sportsmen’
and ‘Can be carried in the pocket’. Unfortunately, despite such a great label to the box, it doesn’t mention the maker’s name. We have found no other reference to this shooting
stick and perhaps it never took off. It is shorter in height that most other seat sticks which is maybe a compromise for its portability. However, the design is clever.
Early 20th Century.
Box Size H 1 3/4 W 9 D 4 1/4
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49. Low Coaching Table
Although we have seen low mahogany coaching tables
such as this one before, good quality ones are harder to
come by. The timber used, the sharp moulding cut to the
edge and the quality of the cabinet making are all good.
The table folds in exactly the same manner as a full
height coaching table with the 2 part top folding into
itself once a locking block to the underside is turned. The
X frame legs also fold as the 2 ends of the table are lifted
to meet each other. Mid 19th Century.
H 18 3/4 W 36 D 19 1/2
50. Small Colonial Stand
This small sized colonial stand is made of padouk with the legs
hinged to fold. To fix them in place they have both an eyelet
to receive a brass bar with a hook end and a swing hook to
the outside of the top of the leg. The 4 brass bars are fixed on
the diagonal to further strengthen the stand and the swing
hooks are also used to lock the folded legs in place for travel.
The top is slatted and there is a brass carrying handle for
when it is folded. This stand is a small size and it’s possible
that it was also conceived as a stool. It’s a well considered
piece and the padouk a good colour. Mid 19th Century.
H 13 1/2 W 14 1/2 D 10
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Although it is difficult to say that these two bottle carriers were definitely meant for campaign use rather than domestic, it is interesting that they both have lids. This suggests that the
bottles would be in the boxes for far longer than if say, you were simply bringing them up from the cellar or a store. One of the boxes also has locks to further secure the contents.
51. Brass Bound Bottle Carrier
This brass bound, mahogany Bottle Carrier was made for carrying four bottles and has
a shaped handle to the top. It has a lid to each side that slide open on brass runners.
The second lid has a dummy brass escutcheon but cannot be opened until the first in
unlocked and opened to reveal the second’s locking pin. When this is removed it can
be opened. The box has a variety of different sized brass banding depending on where
it is used. This includes two straps to strengthen the handle section to the box and
shaped straps cut to allow for the slides to open. It has one central divider, giving two
compartments that would take two bottles each. The box is well made with subtle,
open dovetails to the corners and a good shaped handle. Early to mid 19th Century.
H 16 1/2 W 11 D 11
52. Mahogany Bottle Carrier
This mahogany Bottle Carrier has individual sliding lids to give access to the four
divided sections of the box. The lids do not lock suggesting that theft of the contents
was not a concern. Although the majority of the box is mahogany, the base board and
the lower part of the dividers adjacent to the handle are pine. The box is well made
and will take a standard wine bottle. Early to mid 19th Century.
H 17 1/2 W 11 1/2 D 11 1/2
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53. Set of Beakers
This set of silver plated beakers consists of 3 larger beakers and a smaller tot cup. All have a gilt
wash to the interior and a slightly domed base. The tot cup is held in place by a leather and
suede ring that sits inside the smallest beaker. All of the beakers are engraved GWE To TI,
however the recipients 2 initials are difficult to decipher and could equally be PS etc. The
leather case has a rigid top and base to hold the shape but the sides are simply silk lined
leather. The top and base of the interior are lined in blue velvet to cushion the beakers. A good,
small set of beakers. Circa 1865.
Case Size H 3 1/2 W 3 1/2 D 3 1/2
54. Large Travel Cup
The size of this silver plated and ivory Travel Cup can be considered large compared to most.
The gilt wash to the interior would suggest it was for drinking rather than shaving, although the
size is such that it’s possible it once had a spirit heater. The round, ivory handle is removable
and has a strong, heavy fitting. The lid has a simple moulded edge, by way of decoration, and a
turned ivory knob. Both the front of the cup and the lid are engraved with a cabled anchor with
the initials JB which suggests it may have been owned by a sea going man. The overall quality of
this cup stands out. Late 19th Century.
H 4 3/4 W 3 1/2 D 5 3/4
55. Large Hip Flask
This silver plated and crocodile Hip Flask is larger than most. The top has a bayonet fitting and is quickly
released with a half turn. The cup, which protects the bottom half of the glass bottle has a gilt wash to the
interior. There is no evidence of a maker’s mark except the number eight to the cup which probably refers to
the size. Hip flasks were widely used by both sportsmen and travellers and this one would have provided
plenty of sustenance. Circa 1900.
H 7 1/4 W 4 1/2 D 1 1/2
56. Sampson Mordan & Co. Silver Flask
A round silver, leather and glass Flask with hallmarks for Sampson Mordan and Co. The flask is a little unusual
in its round shape. Most flasks are flat or oval like a hip flask or conical like a hunting flask. The cap is hinged
to the lid and has a bayonet fitting to lock it. However, its cut on the angle which means the cap is even
further away from the mouth when opened. The cup has a worn gilt wash and is stamped 17 to the interior
and Reg. No. 173628 along with Hall & Co. King St. Manch.r to the base, with silver marks to the side. The
cap also has silver marks. The registration number is for 1891 which ties in with hallmarks. Sampson Mordan
were very successful makers and perhaps best known for their propelling pencils although they made a range
of items. It is likely this flask was retailed by John Hall and Co. of 56 King Street, Manchester. They were
established in 1830 and were especially known for their fine quality watches and clocks. The top of the cap in
engraved with entwined initials of TMN. Hallmarked 1891.
H 5 3/4 W 1 3/4 D 1 3/4
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57. Silver Travel Tea Caddy by Leuchars
This silver Tea Caddy and Spoon Infuser fits neatly into
a small red leather case which is stamped in silver with
Leuchars & Son, 38 & 39 Piccadilly London. The Caddy
is hallmarked for the Sheffield silversmith Harry Atkin,
1892 and the Infuser for George Gray of London 1893.
The George Gray also made a standard version of this
Infuser spoon. The one in this set has a double hinge
to the middle to allow it to halve its size. The hinge is
locked by a threaded collar as is the head of the spoon
to allow you to open it. Aside from the hallmarks the
spoon is also stamped ‘Tea Et Te’ and Patent 5594.
James Leuchars started business in 1793 as a perfumer
and selling ladies head dresses or wigs. The company
evolved to also deal in a variety of items from fancy
boxes and gold and silver instruments to writing desks
and chess pieces. They were one of the first retailers
of the Jacques Staunton pattern chess men and built
up a reputation and Royal patronage for the quality
of their goods. Leuchars carried on as family business
throughout the 19th century until they were bought
by Aspreys in 1888. However, they continued to trade
under their name at 38 & 39 Piccadilly until 1902.
The quality of both the make and design of this
small Travel Tea Caddy set is as you expect from
Leuchars. Circa 1893.
Case Size H 3 1/2 W 4 D 2
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A Remarkable Journey
58. Naval Ward Room Cigar Box
An oak Cigar Box with raised nickel plated straps and shaped corners. The box has good hinges, with quadrant supports, to the corners and dividers that can be moved to
numerous positions to allow for a variety of cigar sizes. The Army and Navy Store advertised a box very similar in size and design that they described as a Presentation Mess Cigar
Box which suggests it was common for officers to gift such boxes to their regiments or ships. This box is curious in that it has three presentation plates to the interior of the lid.
The top plate simple notes ‘Officers Ward Room, HMS Vernon’. The middle, and probably original plate is engraved ‘Officers Ward Room H.M.S. Northampton From Lt. Colonel
R.B. Lane, Rifle Brigade In Remembrance of West Indian Cruize, 1884.’ The bottom plate notes ‘From The Torpedo Lieutenants, H.M.S. Northampton During The Cruize, On Paying
Off, April 21st 1886.’ As the logical place to put the first presentation plate is in the middle of the box lid we can surmise that Lt. Colonel Robert Bertram Lane first gave this cigar
box to the Northampton’s Ward Room in thanks for their hospitality after enjoying a cruise. This fits in with both Lane’s and the Northampton’s movements. On the 23rd of May
1883 Colonel RB Lane became the Assistant Military Secretary to Canada. HMS Northampton was a Nelson class armoured cruiser and was flag ship of the North America and
West Indies Station between 1881 and 1886. The second plate added is probably that given by the Torpedo Lieutenants in 1886. The Northampton returned from America and
the West Indies arriving in home waters on the date noted to the plate. She was put on reserve which ties in with her ‘Paying Off’. The Northampton was finally sold for breaking
in 1905 and it is probable that at this point the Cigar Box was given to the Ward Room of HMS Vernon as engraved on the top plate. HMS Vernon was a shore establishment on
the site of the Old Gunwharf at Portsmouth and named after the ship which was part of its floating base. It was founded in 1876 and was the Royal Navy’s Torpedo Branch which
may be why the box went there from the Northampton. Major General Sir Ronald Bertram Lane KCB KCVO was born in 1847 and commissioned in the Rifle Brigade in 1867. He
had a distinguished military career fighting in both the Zulu and First Boer Wars. He also held numerous important administrative positions before finally retiring in 1909. He was
known by the public well enough for Sir Leslie Ward, as Spy, to draw his caricature for Vanity Fair in 1906. Dated 1884.
H 4 W 16 D 10
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59. Setters
A very attractive oil painting on canvas in the manner
of Blinks. The painting is in its original heavy gilt frame
depicting two pointers on a river bank. It has been
professionally restored and relined. A well painted,
decorative picture. Circa 1880.
Frame H 37 1/4 W 33 Image H 25 W 20 1/2
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60. William Powell & Son Double Gun Case
A good high quality double gun case with oak carcass covered in tan leather. The case
is with brass corners and fittings and is made by William Powell & Son. The interior is
fitted for 2 shotguns with 29” barrels and finished in red baize. The lid is embossed
with the owner’s initials ‘M.R.G.I.’ on the outside and inside is the William Powell &
Son paper trade label ‘William Powell & Son, Gun & Rifle Manufacturers, 35 Carrs
Lane, Birmingham’. The carry handle has been strengthened with some new leather
and there are two new outer leather straps. In 1802 William Powell and Joseph
Simmons went into partnership together in Birmingham. ‘William Powell’ gun makers
was born, with Powell as the business head and Simmons the gunsmith. Simmons
died in 1812, Powell in 1848, and Powell’s son, also William, took over the business.
William Powell moved into Carrs Lane in the 1860’s. Circa 1880.
H 3 1/4 W 33 1/4 D 12 1/2
61. Leg of Mutton Gun Case
A fine leather leg of mutton gun case in excellent, solid condition. The leather and
stitching is fantastic, strong carry handle, shoulder strap and buckle fastener. The
interior is covered in green baize which is also in excellent condition, there is an
internal barrel, stock divider. There are no initials on this gun case. This is a case to be
seen with on your next shoot. A nice clean case with wonderful patina. The case will
hold a gun with the barrel length of 27 inches or 69 centimetres. Circa 1930.
H 29 1/4 W 9 1/4 D 3 1/2
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62. Black Springbok by Hunters & Collectors
This extremely well prepared game trophy shoulder mount is of a Black Springbok. A wonderful piece of taxidermy
in very nice clean condition. The Springbok is looking straight ahead and is prepared by Hunters & Collectors of
South Africa. The back is inscribed ‘:For John by B. Boucher, 1997’ with a Hunters & Collectors paper label. The
Springbok (Antidorcas marsupialis) is a medium-sized Antelope-Gazelle of South-Western Africa. It is extremely fast
and can reach speeds of 100 km/h (62 mph) and can leap 4 m (13 feet) through the air. There are three variations
in the colour of springbok’s fur. In addition to the normal-coloured springboks there are also black and white
springboks. Although born jet black, adult ‘black’ springboks primarily have two shades of chocolate-brown and a
white marking on the face. White springboks are predominantly white with a very light brown coloured side stripe.
Springboks are slender, long-necked antelopes with horns present in both sexes. Hunters & Collectors is an Eastern
Cape based taxidermy studio specialising in shoulder mounts, birds and a variety of full mounts. They are situated
in the heart of Port Elizabeth, South Africa. Established in 1952 by Basil Boucher, they are a father and son
operation, the son being Kevin Boucher. Together they have a wealth of experience and expertise and are up to
date with the latest technologies and modern styles and trends in the art of taxidermy. The Bouchers are
passionate about the art of taxidermy and strive to produce work that is both realistic and meticulous in its
attention to detail. They pride themselves on quality service and outstanding work. Their growing reputation is a
result of their high standards of excellence and the quality of their work. Circa 1997.
H 27 W 11 D 15
A Remarkable Beast
63. Mounted Cape Buffalo Head
This large impressive trophy head mount is of an African big game Cape
Buffalo, also called African Buffalo. This is a well prepared and fine
specimen. In recent years taxidermy has had some resurgence and fine
taxidermy is well sought-after. The buffalo is a familiar sight to visitors of
African parks and reserves, amongst big game hunters it is known as one
of the big five. The big five are known for the difficulty and degree of
danger involved for the big game hunters and the five are the lion,
elephant, Cape buffalo, leopard and the rhinoceros. The buffalo is a large
African bovine and because of its unpredictable nature (making it very
dangerous to humans) it has never been domesticated. It has few
predators and a herd will cooperatively defend its members when chased
making it difficult for predators to pick one off, if one is captured they will
try to rescue it and even sometimes kill the attacker. Circa 1950.
H 28 W 32 D 36
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64. Tennis Decanter and Glass Set
An American 10 piece drinking set comprising of two glass decanters and six glasses.
The decanters are with sterling silver tops (with replacement cork) and the glasses
with sterling silver rims. All of the pieces are with silver overlays depicting a tennis
player about to serve. A remarkable set indeed. Circa 1930.
Decanter H 12 Dia 3 1/4 Glass H 4 3/4 Dia 2 1/2
65. Birmal All Metal Tennis Racket
A fine ‘Birmal’ all metal lawn tennis racket made by the Birmingham Aluminium casting
Co. The racket has the original metal strings and the aluminium frame has the patent No.
230523 on the throat, the frame is also embossed with ‘Birmingham Aluminium Casting
(1903) Co. Ltd.’, ‘Birmal’, ‘All Metal’ and the weight 13 1/2. The handle is whipped with
original red and black cord. This is a wonderful racket in very good original condition.
Birmingham Aluminium Casting (1903) Co. Ltd. (known as Birmal) grew out of the bicycle
boom in the late 1890’s. Aluminium was only just being recognised as a manufacturing
material with Birmal being an early pioneer. By the late 1930’s they supplied aluminium
alloy to those who required it, especially the aircraft and automobile industries.Circa 1920.
H 26 1/2 W 8 1/2
66. Miniature Tennis Racket
A very nice example of a miniature tennis racket built in traditional fashion with gut
stringing and trebling. The Logo is just visible and probably reads GAIL. A fine racket,
probably an apprentice piece. Circa 1920.
H 13 1/2 W 4 3/4
67. Miniature Lawn Tennis Racket
A wonderfully manufactured miniature lawn tennis racket, made identically to a full
size racket. This racket is with an ash and bamboo laminated frame, convex wedge,
gut stringing and trebling to the top and bottom, complete with leather butt cap. A
very high quality example of a miniature racket, possibly an apprentice piece.
Circa 1890.
H 7 1/4 W 2 1/2
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68. The Umpire, A Kinsella Cricket Figure
A rare large and amusing Kinsella cricket figure ‘The Umpire’ made of plaster and painted.
The subject is of a young boy dressed in oversized umpire attire with a torn sleeve and baggy
trousers held up with braces. The base is inscribed ‘The Umpire’ and impressed to the rear,
REG 482317. The figure is modelled on Kinsella’s cricket postcard ‘The Boss’. The original set
of postcards comprised of six pictures entitled:- The Boss, Good Enough For His County, The
Catch of the Season, The Hope of His Side, Out First Ball, & How’s That? Circa 1920.
H 13 W 4 3/4 D 4 1/4
69. Gunn & Moore Cricket Bat Display
A set of 5 miniature Gunn and Moore cricket
bats in a polished pine display stand. The
bats are William Gunn ‘the Autograph’ bats
all with facsimile signatures on the front and
Gunn & Moore transfers to the rear. The
bats are well made with treble spring
handles and strung grips. The teams are:India 1936, India 1946, South Africa 1948 –
1949, New Zealand 1949 and West Indies
1950. Gunn & Moore was founded in 1885
by English Test batsman William Gunn and a
local businessman Thomas James Moore.
The Nottinghamshire based company
specialises in cricket equipment, it became
part of the Unicorn Group in 1968.
H 12 1/2 W 15 D 2 3/4
70. Stafford Pottery Cricket Bowl
A wonderful Staffordshire pottery bowl with 2 colourful transfer
scenes depicting batsmen at the crease on a white or cream
background. The inside rim also with transfer decoration. The bowl
is in excellent condition. The Staffordshire Potteries were the
centre of ceramic production in the 17th century, due to the local
availability of clay. Many companies produced ceramic items,
especially in the 19th century when commemorative and
decorative pieces became very popular. Circa 1860.
H 3 1/2 Dia 6 1/4
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71. Brief Bag
This type of leather bag is often described as a Gladstone Bag which is commonly used as
a catch all title. However, luggage makers offered a wide range of similar bags that differed
in shape and size but all had their own title. Both the Army & Navy Store and Harrods call
this version Brief Bags in their catalogues. Like the kit bag they have a metal framed
mouth that is square when fully opened. This bag is lined in linen with a double pocket to
one side, has a single handle, a bush button lock and 2 short straps to further secure it.
There is no maker’s mark but the owner’s initials B.H.G.R. are stamped to the front.
Circa 1900.
H 11 1/2 W 22 D 11
72. Kit Bag by A&N CSL
This leather, squared mouthed Kit Bag is made out of what the Army and Navy C.S.L.
described as best nut brown hide. The quality of the bag is very good with the interior
lined in pigskin as opposed to the usual linen. The interior has 2 pockets to one side and a
single large pocket to the other. Aside from its quality the bag also stands out for its
unusual brass padlock loops. These are fitted to one side of the mouth and pass through
fittings to the other when the bag is closed. They will then twist as an additional lock for
the bag and can be further secured with padlocks. The bag also has 2 belt straps, which
look to be period replacements. The label is a red leather shield with the maker’s details
stamped in gilt noting the bag was made at the Society’s Works and the Victoria Street
address. The initials RCA are stamped to the front. A good sized, well made Kit Bag.
Circa 1900.
H 16 W 25 1/2 D 12
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73. Military Bass Drum
This regimental rope tension bass drum is made by Henry Potter, London. The shell of the drum has been hand
painted with the Royal coat of arms and the Regimental badge and Battle Honours of the 1st Bn, The Highland
Light Infantry. The wooden case is marked with Henry Potter & Co. details and is also stamped ‘Aldershot’. It is
with the majority of original parts, ropes, but only one skin. With the addition of a glass top this would make a
remarkable coffee table. Inside the drum is the original paper fitting instructions for the drum head and hand
written names and dates of the musicians who have played this drum. Some of these are ‘Cpt. A.M. Beck King’s
Coronation 1937, PTE A Bailey 1941-46, Darkie Ross Malta 1952, Cpt. Dalziel 1946’. Circa 1930.
H 13 Dia 32
Adapted from the Henry Potter & Co. Ltd website.
Henry Potter & Co. was founded in 1810 by Samual
Potter. He served in the Coldstream Regiment of Foot
Guards for a period of 31 years, the latter 21 years of
which he held the appointment of Drum Major. As a
serving officer of the British Army, Samual was
forbidden to form a company; instead he started
the company in the name of his newborn child
Henry on his very birth date.
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75. Wooden Curling ‘Stones’
A rare pair of wooden curling stones. The ‘stones’ are made from
turned hardwood, painted to look like traditional grey granite.
Finished with a one-piece cast iron goose-neck handle, painted to
look like brass with wooden grip. The base with a metal ring to
help the ‘stone’ glide on the ice. It is widely thought that these
wooden ‘stones’ were taken by Scottish immigrants to North
America, Canada in particular. Granite stones from Scotland were
expensive or unavailable and wood was a very good alternative
being readily available, inexpensive, easily worked and could
easily be replaced. Wooden curling stones were mainly used in
North America until the late 19th century when stone ‘stones’
were then the preferred material. Circa 1880.
H 7 1/2 Dia 9
Jose Dunach (1886-1957) was born in
Barcelona and later moved to Paris. He
was renowned for his bronzes of dancers
and sportsmen and exhibited in
numerous Paris Salons.
74. Bronze Sculpture of a Runner
A very nice French sculpture of an
athlete. The poise of the runner
suggests he has just crossed the finish
line. This bronze statue has a wonderful
colour and patina. The bronze is signed
on the round base ‘J. Dunach’ (José
Dunach). Circa 1920.
H 9 Dia 3 3/4
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Remarkably Complete
76. Leather Football Boots
A pair of size 7 unused leather boots in excellent condition.
Stamped on the sole with the size ‘Jen, Regd., It’s a Cert!’ also
sewn on to the tongue of the left boot is a cloth ‘The Cert Regd’
trade label. The toe area on the boots is made of hardened
leather with an extra leather strap behind. The six studs on each
boot are formed by layers of cylindrical leather discs fastened by
three nails. The boots have never been worn and come in a ‘Cert’
cardboard box (the size stated here is 8 so there has been a mix
up at some stage), also in the box is a pair of ‘Paton’s
Professional’ laces still in the paper wrapping. Circa 1950.
Box size H 4 W 12 D 7
77. Bronze Sculpture, Football Figure
A very nice French sculpture of a footballer. The
footballer is poised to kick a football with his
right foot. This bronze statue has a wonderful
colour and patina. It is signed on the round base
‘J. Dunach’ (José Dunach). Circa 1920.
H 8 1/2 Dia 3 3/4
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The market for paintings on mica was popularised by the British in India. Previously it had
been used by Indian artists to trace family paintings for preservation or for decorating
marriage lanterns. However, the Europeans were fascinated by it and soon became the
principal buyers. In the age before photography such pictures would give an insight to
families at home of life in India and serve as a memory for those returning west. The
Honourable East India Company encouraged such artists and seeked to profit from their
work which was broadly labelled Company School Painting. Mica was mined in Kordarmah
to the north of Hazaribagh and was sent to artists in Benares, Patna and Murshidabad in the
east. Trichinopoly artists would have used mica from Cuddapah in the south. The paintings
from the south predominantly used orange-brown, yellow and arsenic green in their colour
scheme whereas those from the east favoured red, pink and blue. By its nature, mica is
fragile and it is common to see pictures with damaged edges. However, the clear, crystal like
properties of the silicate give the paintings a wonderful quality.
78. HEIC Painting of Exotic Indian Birds
An Honourable East India Company School painting in gouache on mica of a pair of unknown
exotic Indian birds. Probably painted in Benares. Mounted and framed. Circa 1860.
Image H 5 1/4 W 6 1/2 Frame 10 1/2 W 11 1/2
79. HEIC Painting of a Rain Quail
An Honourable East India Company School painting in gouache on mica of an Indian
Rain Quail (Coturnix coromandelica) running. Probably painted in Benares. Mounted
and framed. Circa 1860.
Image H 5 1/4 W 6 1/2 Frame 10 1/2 W 11 1/2
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Remarkable Material
80. Pair of HEIC Transport Paintings
This pair of gouache on mica paintings are from a series produced to illustrate the
different forms of travel in India. One shows a soldier, armed with a sword and bow,
mounted on a camel. The camel has a decorative blanket and head piece and the rider
a long cane whip. The other shows an elephant carrying a howdah in which sits a
maharajah with an attendant with fly whisk behind. A mahut sits in front. Mounted
and framed. Probably from Benares. Circa 1860.
Image H 5 W 6 1/4 Frame 15 3/4 W 11 1/8
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81. JJH Triumph Trout Fly Fishing Rod
The Hardy ‘J.J.H.Triumph’ is a split cane Palakona 2-piece rod made by Hardy’s of Alnwick. The rod is in excellent
condition with suction joint, sliding alloy band reel fitting, original cork handle, snake rings and a metal stopper. The rod
dates from probably the 1960’s, it is 8’9” long and comes with the original Hardy’s canvas bag with label. The rod has the
painted black inscription spiralling around the shaft ‘the ‘J.J.H. Triumph, ‘Palakona’, ‘Regd. Trade Mark’, ‘6#’ and ‘8’9’’.
H 8’9”
82. Hi Regan Salmon Fly Fishing Rod
The Hardy ‘Hi Regan’ is a split cane Palakona 3-piece rod made by Hardy’s of Alnwick. The rod is in excellent condition
with traces of new whipping. It has the registration number E8842 (dating it to 1927), lockfast joints, a rubber butt cap,
two wooden rod stoppers, alloy and brass screw reel fittings and cork handle. The rod is 15’1” long and is in the original
well used Hardy’s canvas bag, with label. The rod has the black inscription spiralling around the shaft ‘the Hi Regan rod’,
‘Palakona Regd’, and ‘No.246936’. The brass collar holding the butt cap has ‘Patent steel center’ with the registration
number and a Royal appointment seal. The Royal seal is also found on the knurled brass reel fitting.
H 15’1”
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Remarkable Company
One of the most famous fishing tackle manufacturers
in the world is Hardy Brothers of Alnwick,
Northumberland. They were and still are renowned
for quality manufacturing of game fishing tackle. Their
reputation has never faltered throughout the
Company’s long history which was started in 1872 by
William Hardy and his brother John. The list of Hardy
customers is very impressive. In 1901 they received
their first Royal Warrant by His Royal Highness the
Prince of Wales, and in their time Hardy had more
Royal Appointments bestowed upon them from most
of the crowned heads of Europe, H.M. King George V
amongst them. They were the first manufacturer to
make split cane rods in hexagonal form as The Hardy
Palakona rod. Surely a remarkable company.
83. Salmon Sculpture
A fantastic life sized sculpture of a salmon made from steel.
The fish’s scales have been created by welding and grinding
the scale design onto the body of the fish. This is a very
unusual sculpture by Sophie Thompson. Sophie graduated
from Exeter College of Art and Design (Plymouth University) in
1992. She creates these marvellous animals from recycled
materials. For example scythes can become birds tails, chains
– shaggy coats for goats and hedge cutters – crocodile teeth.
She is particularly interested in capturing movement. Past
works range from a life size rearing horse, domestic and exotic
creatures and mythical beasts. We normally have some of her
creations in stock.
H 17 W 43 1/2 D 5
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84. Apothecary Box
This mahogany Apothecary Box has dividers to the top section to take 10 medicine bottles of various sizes. The drawer below is
held by a long brass pin that can be removed once the top is unlocked. Within the red velvet lined drawer, a glass pestle and mortar
sit to the front along with a conical glass measure. The back of the drawer has a lift out tray which holds a small set of scales with a
number of brass weights and 3 later, empty cases of rhubarb pills. Below the lift out tray is a section containing a small palette knife
by the medical instrument makers S. Maw, Son & Thompson of 11 Aldergate St. Although there is no makers name to this box the
quality is good. It has a shaped brass engraving plate to the top and a flush brass handle to the drawer. This can probably be
considered a small apothecary box but it would be useful to a traveller. Mid 19th Century.
H 7 3/4 W 7 D 6 1/4
85. Albert Hall’s Box
The name plate to this rosewood box with nickel plated corners is
engraved Albert Hall, Huddersfield. Although this may sound an unusual
name now as we think of the famous London building, there were several
Albert Halls in Huddersfield in the mid to late 19th century. Hall is not an
uncommon surname and many boys would have been named after the
Queen’s husband. The lid interior is padded in red velvet and it looks as if
the box may have been fitted originally to take drawing instruments or
perhaps jewellery. The box is well made and although nickel plated strap
work was often used in colonial climates, the nickel against the rosewood
is striking. Mid 19th Century.
H 2 W 9 1/2 D 7 1/2
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An Unremarkable Name
86. Chinese Export Games Box
The Asian hardwood used to make this China Trade Games Box is probably huang huali. The
darker interior, where it has been less exposed, shows off the grain to a greater effect and gives it
an appearance of rosewood. The backgammon markers are inlaid in bone and ebony with further
decoration in sandalwood. The construction of this games box is one of the attributes that point to it
being made by a Chinese hand. Instead of laying all the squares to the outside of the box as veneers,
half have been cut out of the solid with the remainder inlaid in sandalwood. This is obviously much
more work. The counters and dice shakers are associated with the box but a good match.
Early to mid 19th Century.
Closed H 4 W 16 1/4 D 9
87. Colonial Stationery Box
An Anglo Indian, brass bound padouk Stationery Box with 15 sections with shaped dividers to take
papers and envelopes etc. There is also a section to take a large inkwell. The box has 2 brass arms
that are an interesting feature. They swing out from the interior sides and presumably were either
to rest papers on to read or were to stop smaller papers jumping out of their section during travel.
The box has a lip to its edge and the lid is cut out to its underside to receive it. Aside from lock to fix
the lid, the front also has 2 swing hooks to further secure it. When the lid is opened, the top half of
the front of the box is hinged to fall and so allow easier access to the stationery. The box has a
brass carrying handle to the top. Mid to late 19th Century.
H 10 W 15 D 9 1/2
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88. Lawn Bowls Oil Painting
A charming painting of a traditional game of lawn bowls in progress, taking part on the bowling green. This is a typical scene of a lawn bowls match you could find in any English
village on a sunny Sunday afternoon. This oil on canvas is signed E. I. Hirst and is in a gold frame with a painted white slip. The artist has captured the moment of a friendly game
of bowls quite remarkably, showing two lanes in action, watched by a single spectator looking over the fence. You can see table and chairs just behind the ditch with a lawn roller
in the corner and all the colourful flowers out in bloom. An idyllic summer’s game of lawn bowls wonderfully captured on canvas. Circa 1930.
Frame H 21 W 29 Image H 15 1/2 W 23 1/2
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89. Eight Mallet Croquet - Golf Set by F. H. Ayres
A very good, high quality 8 mallet croquet-golf set in original pine box with a new turned and painted mahogany
stand. The mallet heads are made from boxwood and are stamped ‘F. H. Ayres, London’, whilst the handles are
made from ash. The box lid has the original green paper trade label ‘Croquet – Golf’. To complete the set there
are 8 boxwood balls, 6 hoops with numbered red metal flags and 3 turned painted posts with cloth flags, 2 blue
and the other with the French flag. This is a wonderful set in excellent condition. Croquet had become a very
popular social pastime by the 1860’s and nearly every big house had a croquet lawn. Croquet - Golf is a game
with a long history and compared to Association Croquet it has much simpler rules. The main difference with
Croquet - Golf is that your turn is a single shot, and then your opponent gets their turn. Players will follow a
course contesting each hoop in turn, and as soon as one hoop is scored all the players will then move on to
contest the next hoop. The game still requires skill and tactics like its big brother ‘Association Croquet’. Circa
1890.
H 38 Dia 22 1/2
90. Slazenger Croquet Set
A good quality Slazenger croquet set in its original polished pine box. The lid has a decorative paper trade label
‘Thors’ Croquet’, the box with cast iron straps and patent Slazenger cast iron handles. The set comes with 4
boxwood croquet mallets, stamped Slazenger London, with ash handles. To complete the set there are 4
boxwood balls, 6 metal hoops, 2 wooden posts, 4 metal clips (to show the progress of the players ball) and
instructions. A wonderful set to grace your lawn. Slazenger was established in the early 1880’s and today is one
of the oldest surviving sporting brand names. It was founded by two brothers, Ralph and Albert Slazenger, and
quickly became a leading supplier and manufacture of sporting goods. Circa 1920.
H 9 1/2 W 41 D 10 1/2
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91. Pair of Sherwood Lamps
Sherwoods described these nickel plated Candle Lamps as both ‘best quality’ and
‘bracket and table’ which explained their dual use. They could be either stood on a
table or hung on a wall. The lamps are hinged to the middle of the column and when
the removable candle tube is lifted above the centre point, the hinge will open
allowing the candlestick to be turned into a bracket. When the tube is dropped, it will
hold the candlestick in the right angled bracket position. The glass onion bulb shades
have an etched pattern and wind proofed the candles. The candlesticks are marked to
the underside of their base Isaac Sherwood & Son Ltd, Birmingham and they were
part of their Lion Brand range which they boasted were ‘English Make’ in their
catalogue. Sherwoods were ‘Manufacturers of Lamps, Burners, Lanterns, Candle
Lamps and Electric Light Fittings’ and as well as producing items for the domestic
market they also specifically targeted travellers and those on colonial service. The
candlesticks are still very practical for use with their added versatility.
Early 20th Century.
H 18 1/4 W 5 D 5
92. Cannon Candlesticks
A pair of brass candlesticks in the form of cannon. The candlesticks are spun from the
solid as opposed to cast and are heavy. This may have been purposely done to allow
the squat candlesticks to also be used as weights to perhaps hold down, papers,
charts or maps. As they are spun there is also a slight variation in the turning and their
dimensions. They are no marks to suggest a maker but they are an interesting pair.
Mid to late 19th Century.
H 5 1/2 W 2 1/2 D 2 1/2
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93. Portable Slide Mirror
This mahogany mirror has a sliding, removable board to protect the looking glass during travel.
It stands on an oak lectern foot or can be hung from its brass ring. The Army and Navy Club
advertised similar mirrors in 9 different sizes with this the smallest available. The mirror
backboard is also made of oak and the top of the foot is stamped with the reference number
7456. The A&N CSL are known to have used a 4 digit reference system but other stores such as
Harrods also retailed very similar campaign furniture and may possibly have been supplied by
them. Although probably common at the time of manufacture we have seen few of this form of
mirror. Late 19th Century.
H 11 1/4 W 9 1/4 D 1 1/2
94. Satin Birch Mirror
This rectangular, folding campaign mirror is made of satin birch. The mirror has 2 looking glasses,
one of which is magnified for shaving. The design is not unusual but the wood is. The two
sections are joined by a long brass hinge, with one acting as the foot whilst the other is used.
These mirrors are nearly always made of mahogany but this one is an exception. It has a
decorative oval inlaid to the backboards and coloured stringing to hold the bevelled mirrors in.
The mirror has a catch to lock it which is released with a push button. Mid 19th Century.
H 7 3/4 W 5 1/4 D 8
95. Thames Rowing Club Shield
A fine embossed and painted leather shield with a ‘TRC’ monogram (Thames
Rowing Club). The ‘TRC’ is painted in the club colours of red, white and black
and underneath there are 2 crossed oars and a wavy banner with the date
1860. A highly decorative and rare piece of rowing memorabilia. The Thames
Rowing Club was founded in 1860 for the purposes of ‘organised pleasure or
exercise rowing’ and was known as ‘The City of London Rowing Club’. In 1862
the name changed to the Thames Rowing Club and situated at Putney,
London, the Club is the joint third-oldest non-academic rowing club on the
Thames. The TRC was the club of Britain’s greatest ever single sculler, Jack
Beresford. Jack Beresford, CBE, was one of the most accomplished rowers of
his generation. He won the Diamond Challenge Sculls four times in 1920,
1924, 1925 and 1926 and the Wingfield Sculls for the Amateur championship
of Great Britain a record seven times. Throughout his competitive career, Jack
represented the Thames Rowing Club, and was captain in 1928-9 and served
as President from 1970 until his death in 1977. Beresford won silver at the
1920 Amsterdam Olympics in an epic race with Jack Kelly, before going one
better in Paris in 1924. He then took a further three more Olympic medals in
1928, 1932 and 1936. At the time having won rowing medals in five straight
Olympics, Jack held the record for 60 years until Steve Redgrave bettered his
record by winning gold at five consecutive Olympics. Circa 1900.
H 13 1/4 W 11
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97. Bedford School Boat Club Miniature Rowing Oars
A pair of miniature presentation trophy blades with gilt calligraphy in a mahogany display
rack. The oar tips are dated 1952 and 1953 and, amongst others, is the name ‘J.M.
Bereford’ who is the nephew of Jack Bereford and the grandson of Julius Bereford who
were both Olympic rowers. The mini blades are replicas of University College oars right
down to the shape of the shaft and oar leathers. Bedford School is an independent school
for boys located in the county town of Bedford in England and was mentioned in the
Domesday Book of 1086 and re-founded in 1552. One of Bedford’s former pupils is
possibly Britain’s greatest ever single sculler, Jack Beresford. Jack was educated at Bedford
School where he stroked the eight and also captained the rugby football XV. Dated 1952
and 1953.
H 4 W 24 D 1
96. Presentation Rowing Oar & Team Photo
98. Seat of Health Rowing Machine
This full length 1926 University presentation oar and 1924 team photo were
both the former property of Cambridge student W. H. Groom Esq,. The team
photographs are of the Peterhouse II Lent Boat of 1924. They are framed in a
traditional black oak frame, one of the crew in their boat and the other of the
posed crew. The gentleman with the eye patch is Groom and can be seen as No.3
in the scull, the order of oarsmen being, facing the cox, Stroke, 7,6,5,4,3,2, Bow.
Mounted on the official photographers mount ‘Hills & Saunders, Cambridge’ with
calligraphic legend and college crest to the center. It shows the names and weights
of the crew. On the rear is the Hills & Saunders trade label and written in pencil
‘W. H. Groom Esq’, thus making us believe that this belonged to him. The oar is an
original, traditional St. Peter’s College presentation full length rowing oar with gilt
calligraphy and college insignia. Although the blade has been split and repaired
the writing on it is in good condition. St Peter’s College and Peterhouse are the
same institution; the former name went out of use before the last World War.
Peterhouse is the oldest of the Cambridge colleges, founded by Hugo de Balsham,
Bishop of Ely in 1284 and granted its charter by King Edward I. W. H. Groom was
born in Calcutta in 1902 and was destined for an army career having first gone to
Sandhurst, but unfortunately after loosing an eye in a motorcycle accident, that
was the end of the army for him. Like his brother before he went to Peterhouse
College to read Economics, although he seems to have spent most of his time on
the river. In the later 1920’s and 30’s he was a rubber-planter in Malaya. During
WWII he was ordained and after the war appears as a vicar in East Anglia, he died
in 1966. The oar is dated 1926 and the photo 1924.
This exerciser has a very industrial look to it with its polished
aluminium frame and seat. The seat has embossed on the
underside ‘Health Developing Apparatus Co.Inc. Bridgeport,
Conn. Abdominal exerciser and Rowing machine, Pat, Applied
for B A-3’. The rowing machine comes in its own little case and is
complete with all the springs, cords and with the wooden pulley
wheels all running freely. To use the machine you unfold it onto
the floor, slide the seat into position and attach the springs to
the seat and handles. Lastly fold out the foot rests. It is in very
good condition and would make a wonderful display item as
well as a usable exerciser. Circa 1920.
Oar H 6 Long 142. Frame H 16 W 32
We would like to thank Dr. Philip Pattenden from Peterhouse for researching the
names on these two items.
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Case H 5 1/2 W 25 1/2 D 13 1/2
Open H 3 W 13 L 48
A Remarkable Collection
99. William Martin, Sportsman & Olympian
Within this collection you will find Martin’s 1936 Olympic welcome pack and his blue Olympic cap. Also included is an England black & white team photo, a velvet England
International cap, collection of embroidered swimming badges and a black & white photo of his team mate Edward Temme, wearing his England swim wear. Temme was a two
time Olympian, a superb long distance swimmer and was the first man to swim across the English Channel both ways, from France to England on 5 August 1927 and from
England to France on 18 August 1934. This photo was presented to William Martin, his friend and colleague, for helping him train for his successful Channel crossing. Hand
written across the photo ‘To Bill, in appreciation of his efforts. av: Trainer & friend on my successful attempt on the Channel. 18/8/34. Ted.’.
William Martin (1906 – 1980) was part of the Great Britain team that competed in the infamous Hitler games in Berlin in 1936. William was in the water polo side and although
his team did not achieve a podium finish (they finished eighth), they had an impressive 8-2 win over Malta, with William playing in all seven matches. The 1936 Berlin Olympic
Competitors Welcome Pack is very interesting and contains a remarkable insight into an Olympians time spent at the Olympics. The pack contains a ‘Welcome to the Olympic
Village’ pamphlet, a programme for the ‘Festival of the Competitors’, a ‘Germany’ propaganda book to remind the competitor of Germany and the Berlin Olympic Games, a
Nurnberg card with signatures from German, Sweden, England, Belgium, France and Hungary teams and a telegram to William Martin from Owen.
The 1936 Great Britain water polo team consisted of: Leslie Ablett, Ernest Blake, David Grogan, William Martin, David McGregor, Frederick Milton, Robert Mitchell, Alfred North,
Leslie Palmer, Reginald Sutton, Edward Temme.
Size of Team Photo H 11 3/4 W 14
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100. Bridge Prints by Lance Thackeray
A set of four humorous bridge lithographs by Lance Thackeray titled: ‘Bridge’. Each picture with a different
caption 1. ‘May I Play To Hearts?’, 2. ‘I Double Hearts’, 3. ‘Chicane’ and 4. ‘Ruffing A Black Suit’. The pictures
have the artist’s facsimile signature with the outer boarder with vignettes of playing cards showing the hands
of the four players, the young couple, the clergyman and the old gentleman. The pictures are in their original
frames with the original paper trade label of the framer on the back. Marked along the top edge of the print
‘Entered according to Act of Congress in the year 1904 by The Fine Art Society Ltd. in the Office of the
Librarian of Congress, Washington. London Published 1904 by The Fine Art Society, 148, New Bond Street,
Copyright Registered’. Lance Thackeray (1869 – 1916), born in Darlington, was an English illustrator known
for his humorous sporting illustrations and was a founding member of the London Sketch Club. Circa 1904.
Frame H 21 W 25 Image H 11 1/2 W 16
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