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MALLETT & SON (ANTIQUES) LTD, ELY HOUSE, 37 DOVER STREET, LONDON W1S 4NJ TEL: +44 (0)20 7499 7411 FAX: +44 (0)20 7495 3179 info@mallettantiques.com ALSO IN NEW YORK AT 929 MADISON AVENUE, NEW YORK NY 10021
www.mallettantiques.com
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Introduction
Antique objects by their very nature are diverse in use and theme, often of rare material and for purpose less required today perhaps than in the past. The cover detail, of the exquisite conch shell on page 18, carved to show the image of a beautiful young woman as a portrait cameo so fashionable for use in lockets and brooches has been left in its original form perhaps to tell a tale of unrequited love. Very rarely though does the manufacture of objects for popular use have a strong political message. The caddy on page 79 is such an exception. It was made for an individual determined to give voice and show allegiance to the abolition of the slave trade. The portrayal of a kneeling man in gilded chains subjugated but dignified was the image created in the sunset years of the 18th century for medals and coins, by the abolitionist Josiah Wedgwood (1730-1795), to bring attention to the growing cause of anger against the vileness of slavery. This possibly unique caddy was used to serve tea amongst the fragrant society of England while sending a clear message of conscience to the guests. We hope you enjoy the many rare and fascinating objects in our 2014 catalogue of objects which have given us a sense of wonder that is a pleasure to share.
Giles Hutchinson Smith Chief Executive
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A PAIR OF ROCOCO REVIVAL CANDLESTICKS A pair of mid 19th century Rococo revival gilt bronze candlesticks in the Louis XV style, the bold scroll work and naturalistic sprigs of foliage reminiscent of the designs of J. A. Meissonier. France, circa 1850 Height: 14in/35cm Diameter: 9in/23cm O3D0222
› A PAIR OF GEORGE III NEEDLEWORKS OF THE TERRESTRIAL GLOBE A charming and sophisticated pair of George III needleworks of the Western and Eastern hemispheres, worked by Eliza Grigson and dated 1776, each having the names of the oceans, countries and the lines of longitude and latitude worked in black wool against an open canvas background, the outlines of countries worked in coloured wools, with numerous sailing ships, discoveries of distant lands including Cape Circoncision in 1739 and Botany Bay by Captain James Cook, the track worked in green of his first voyage of discovery in Endeavour to discover the rich southern continent of Terra Australis. Each framed by floral borders tied with a bow, in period carved giltwood frames. England, 1776 Diameter: 21in/53cm Depth: 2in/5cm T3D0223
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A SET OF SIX SILVER MOUNTED HORN BEAKERS
A PAIR OF SWEETMEAT JARS AND COVERS
A set of six Victorian silver mounted horn beakers by Lewis James Purdie and Henry James Purdie, marked London 1873, each applied with a shield shaped cartouche engraved with crest and the motto, TENAX IN FIDE, in a fitted leather carrying case stamped Elkington & Co. England, 1873
A pair of early 19th century cut glass sweetmeat jars and covers, of exceptional quality. England, circa 1820
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Tenax in Fide or Steadfast in Faith is the family motto for the Abel Smith family of Woodhall Park, Hertfordshire. The house and estate was bought by Samuel Smith, a banker from Nottingham, in 1801. Four successive generations of the family were Members of Parliament and each occupied the house at Woodhall until 1930. Following the death of the fourth, Colonel Abel Henry Smith, the contents of the house were dispersed and it became a school in 1934.
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AN ARTS AND CRAFTS LEMON SQUEEZER BY HUKIN AND HEATH An unusual Victorian novelty silver-plate lemon squeezer stand designed by Hukin and Heath, stamped with maker’s marks and registration number, the naturalistic lemon on three curving supports, resting on a circular plinth complete with central recess for a glass. Registration number 203233 . Retailed through KIRBY BEARD & CO. BIRMINGHAM (stamped on base). England, circa 1890 Height: 11½in/29cm Width: 8½in/22cm Hukin and Heath are best known for their silver and plated goods produced in the 1870’s and 1880’s, many of which were made to the designs of Dr. Christopher Dresser. O3C0221
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BACCHUS BY LOUIS GARNIER An early 18th century bronze model of Bacchus having an outstanding original patination by Louis Garnier (1638-1728) standing on a period sienna marble block plinth. France, circa 1700 Height: 20½in/52cm Width of base: 5½in/13.5cm O3D0184
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Louis Garnier was a pupil of Girardon and made a member of the Academy St Luc in Paris, in 1685, later becoming a dean. He worked alongside the founders, Jean-Balthazar and Jean-Jacques Keller and was a protegé of the Marquis de Louvois. His work can be seen at the Palace of Versailles and the same model is illustrated in The French Bronze 1500-1800; M. Knoedler & Co, New York, 1968, illustration number 19b. An example bought in 1699 by Leplat for Augustus the Strong of Saxony, as a pendant to M. Angier’s ‘Amphitrite’, is in the Staatliche Kunstsammlungen, Dresden, Grünes Gewölbe (Inv. IX.38). There are several other bronze examples including two in the Hermitage and Leningrad museums.
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A PAIR OF ALABASTER NEO-CLASSICAL VASES A fine pair of mid 19th century neo-classical style carved alabaster vases, each of Campagna shape, the flared openings carved with bold egg and dart mouldings, the handles executed as tied leaf ornament terminating in double bearded grotesque masks, the gadrooned bodies supported by inverted trumpet shaped bases similarly carved with egg and dart, resting on square section plinths. Italy, circa 1840
A PAIR OF BRONZE QUAIL A pair of late 19th century Meiji period bronze quail, finely cast with naturalistic detail; both signed on the underside, Harayoshi Saku, Maruki Kaisha Sei. In Japanese culture, quail are symbolic of valour on account of their fighting spirit. Japan, circa 1880 Height:4½in/11.5cm Width:: 4½in/11.5cm O3D0268
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A VICTORIAN GAMES COMPENDIUM
AN EDWARDIAN GLASS DECANTER
An outstanding fine quality Victorian patent games compendium richly veneered in coromandel wood with lacquered gothic revival brass mounts. Enriched with agate cabochons. By D. Cattaneo and Co, Leeds. England, circa 1870
An unusual Edwardian squareshaped wine decanter with an hour glass centre flanked by four outer tubes, with an orb shaped top , flaired silver pourer and large circular stopper. England, 1906
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A LATE 19TH CENTURY CARVED CONCH SHELL A beautifully carved late 19th century conch shell depicting an elegantly dressed lady shown in profile, wearing a double string of pearls and with vines and grapes in her hair. Italy, circa 1890 Height: 6½in/17cm Width: 5½in/14cm Depth: 5½in/14cm O3D0210
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A PAIR OF BRONZE BUSTS A pair of early 19th century Restauration period neo-classical bronze busts after the antique of a boy and girl, with rich brown patination, each resting on gilt bronze socle on square rouge griotte marble bases, faced with gilt bronze trophies of war. France, circa 1830 Height: 14½in/37cm Width: 6½in/17cm Depth: 5in/12.5cm O3D0169
AN 18TH CENTURY CUT FELT FLORAL PICTURE A George II appliqué panel worked in graduated colours of cloth on a cream wool ground with further embroidery, depicting a basket of large carnations and other flowers with foliage in vibrant colours, in a 17th century style guilloche pattern frame. England, circa 1730 Height: 18in/46.5cm Width: 21½in/55cm PROVENANCE
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A GLASS AND SILVER DECANTER BY HUKIN & HEATH An unusual locking glass decanter stamped Hukin & Heath. England, circa 1900 Height: 11½in/29cm O3B0283
The silversmith firm was established in Birmingham in 1855 by Jonathan Wilson Hukin and John Thomas Heath, they are best known for their silver plated goods produced in the 1870’s and 1880’s many of which were made to the designs of the industrialist Dr Christopher Dresser.
› A RARE ANGLO-INDIAN PALANQUIN An Anglo-Indian painted terracotta and wood sculptural group of a palanquin with an East Indies Company Officer being carried by four servants. India, circa 1860 Height: 7½in/19cm Width: 20in/51cm Depth: 7½in/19cm O3B0340
A related example can be found in the collections of the Peabody Essex Museum, Salem. LITERATURE
S. Bean, Yankee India, 2001, fig. 16.5, p. 236
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AN EXCEPTIONAL NAPOLEONIC PRISONEROF-WAR MODEL OF A WARSHIP A particularly fine early 19th century prisoner of war bone model of a 74 gun Ship of The Line (Third Rate). The bowsprit carved with the figure of Mercury and the decking all with fine detail. The rigging retaining its original carved blocks and shackles. The hull with trim lines in finely figured horn and the stern carved with elaborate ornamentation enclosing the captain’s cabin. England, circa 1810 Height: 24½in/62cm Width: 10½in/26.5cm Depth: 32in/81.5cm O3D0206
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A ‘74 Ship’ was a two decked Ship of the Line normally carrying seventy four guns. It was originally developed by the French Navy in the middle of the 18th century and adopted by the Royal Navy after the 1760’s. The design of the 74’s approached the limits of what was possible with contemporary construction techniques due to their long length. The lower gun deck carried thirty six pound guns and the upper deck eighteen pound guns on the upper gun deck, with nine pound guns on the upper works. The full complement was usually seven hundred men with a standard length of about one hundred and sixty feet. During the Napoleonic wars which continued from 1793 until 1815, large numbers of French sailors were taken prisoner. They were held at over thirty prisons in the British Isles, most notoriously Norman Cross near Huntington and in prison hulks on the south coast. Conditions for the prisoners were appalling, due in part to a dispute between the warring nations as to who was responsible for the maintenance of the prisoners. They had to survive and find a means of
paying for necessities, so prison markets grew up in which goods were sold and bartered; these included straw pictures, hair bracelets and chains and famously, models of ships made in both boxwood and bone. The latter were sought after and often sold for high prices, and as the market developed some were probably made to commission and perhaps with materials brought into the prisons. Many of the French sailors were conscripts and as conscription was pursued vigorously it would have embraced many craftsmen, including ivory and jet carvers from Dieppe and Brittany and also ship builders. The intricate details for the guns and mechanisms, such as on this model, would have been made by jewellers and watchmakers. The degree of skill and knowledge of a ship’s construction, and the degree of accuracy of detail displayed in this model can thus be explained. At the end of the war a number of prisoners remained in Britain, preferring to continue this profitable work rather an uncertain future in France.
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A SILVER PLATE TRIPLE DECANTER TROLLEY
A SUITE OF DOLL’S HOUSE FURNITURE
A rare late 19th century silver plated triple decanter table trolley with Bacchanalian decoration of vines and grapes, with finely-cast spoked wheels, having flared dishes and turned wooden bases. England, circa 1890
An extensive suite of late 19th century miniature doll’s house furniture, carved in bone and consisting of a dressing table, cabinets, chairs, a chess table and seats with intricately carved backs. France, circa 1890
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A PAIR OF CUT GLASS DECANTERS A pair of cut glass decanters with fine hobnail and diamond cut decoration, with their original stoppers. Attributed to Thomas Webb. England, circa 1880 Height: 15in/38cm Diameter: 7in/17.5cm
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A SET OF EIGHTEEN PAPIER MACHE WINE COASTERS
A CARVED IVORY MODEL OF A SPINNING WHEEL
A very rare set of eighteen Regency period circular papier mâché coasters decorated with gilt floral decoration on a black ground; shown with one of the set of eighteen cut glass decanters on page 35. England, circa 1820
A rare Dieppe late 19th century miniature spinning wheel entirely conceived in ivory, the treadle connected to turn the fly wheel, the slender supports with turned decoration terminating in acorn finials, with beaded base standing on four scrolling feet. France, circa 1890
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A PAIR OF LATE 18TH CENTURY NEAPOLITAN URNS A pair of late 18th century painted and gilt neo-classical urns, each of baluster form with outwardly scrolled handles, decorated with four vignettes of the Bay of Naples amongst bands of grisaille decoration on a pale blue ground and enriched with further gilt ornament, standing on block plinths. Italy, circa 1790 Height: 24½in/62cm Diameter: 16½in/42cm PROVENANCE
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A SILVER PLATED HONEY JAR IN THE FORM OF A BEE A highly unusual early 20th century honey pot in the form of a bee, the Sheffield plate head and legs supporting a coloured glass retainer for honey, the lid in the form of wings, the body and original spoon stamped Mappin & Webb. England, circa 1910 Height: 3in/8cm Width: 6½in/17cm Depth: 5in/13cm O3D0152
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A SET OF FIVE PAPIER MACHE DISHES A set of five Regency period oval papier mâché dishes in superb condition, each decorated with a central vignette of a classical maiden surrounded by wavy bands of gold decoration against an emerald-green background, the flared sides similarly decorated. England, circa 1815 Height: 1in/2.5cm Width: 5in/12.5cm Depth: 4in/10cm
A BRONZE BUST OF AJAX A late 19th century bronze bust of Ajax after the antique, the well cast and chased bearded head to dexter, wearing a helmet adorned with centaurs and other classical icons and figures from war, resting on its original socle and square base, with gilt highlighting. Continental, circa 1880 Height: 16in/41cm Width: 8½in/22cm Depth: 6½in/17cm O3D0168
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A SILVER PAPER WEIGHT An early 20th century rectangular silver paper weight with carrying handle, inscribed with inches and centimetres. England, circa 1913 Height: 2½in/6cm Width: 10in/25.5cm Depth: 3in/8cm
A PAIR OF ART DECO TABLE LAMPS An unusual pair of art deco futuristic tube table lamps, the opaline glass with collars of engraved polished brass, inside a framework of stepped brass tapering to a pointed finial spire, standing on a hexagonal base with further engraved circles. America, circa 1930
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AN INLAID MARBLE BOX An unusual late 19th century lavishly decorated pietra dura casket inlaid on each face with elaborate patterns of geometric and foliate design, bordered with panels of silver plate. Italy, circa 1880 Height: 5½in/13.5cm Width: 12½in/32cm Depth: 9in/22.5cm O3C0039
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A PAIR OF DECALCOMANIA VASES An exceptional pair of late 19th century trumpet form decalcomania vases, decorated throughout with chinoiserie, birds, flowers and butterflies, set off against an off-white background. France, circa 1880
› A PAIR OF CAST IRON ANIMALS A pair of late 19th century cast iron sculptures of a seated wild boar, stamped J.J. Ducel, Paris, the other a seated fox, both with a rich bronze patina. France, circa 1880 FOX
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The firm of J.J. Ducel were a foundry specialising in cast-iron sculptures and architectural fittings. They are famous for the exceptionally high quality of their casting, and of the original models commissioned by them. From 1810 they are recorded as being based at Poce in the Pas-deCalais. Their production was rarely
signed by the sculptor and only the finer pieces, such as this pair, carried any foundry mark. Following the death of Monsieur Ducel in 1878, the factory was sold to the Fonderie de la Haute-Marne and all of the firm’s models and patterns were subsequently bought by the Val d’Osne foundry – initially formed by the merging of a number of smaller independent foundries. The combined factories of Val d’Osne led the world in the production of fine cast iron statues and other architectural decorative elements. They built a reputation for exceptional quality on the back of the rapid technical advances in casting as the late 19th century developed. They combined this with employing established sculptors, many of whom exhibited at the Paris Salons, and together this resulted in the firm producing the most sought after iron work ever created. The foundry exhibited in the London 1851 and 1862 Great Exhibitions, the Paris Exhibition of 1878 and the 1893 Chicago Great Exhibition.
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A BRONZE RECUMBENT LION A bronze model of a recumbent lion depicted with his front paws side by side and his tail resting on his back, the fur rendered in a naturalistic style, now mounted on a Verona marble plinth. Italy, circa 1830 Height: 9½in/24cm Width: 6½in/16cm Depth: 18in/46cm O3C0073
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A BRASS INK STANDISH A very rare mid 18th century brass standish, complete with inkpot, pounce pot, two candle-holders and bell, on a circular tray with moulded edge, supported by three shaped legs. England, circa 1740 Height: 4½in/11cm Diameter: 10½in/27cm O3C0213
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A PAIR OF MALACHITE TAZZA A pair of early 19th century malachite tazza, the shallow dish and high stepped pedestal fashioned in malachite of the finest quality. Russia, circa 1810 Height: 9½in/24cm Diameter: 8½in/21cm O3D0084
› A CARVED IVORY CEREMONIAL BARGE A late 19th century carved ivory model of a ceremonial barge complete with oarsmen rowing, attendants and a standing pilot, fashioned with a peacock to the prow and a dragon to the stern, with a covered pavilion in the centre. India, circa 1890 Height: 4½in/12cm Width: 13in/32.5cm Depth: 2½in/6cm O3D0083
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AN IVORY CHESS SET A mid 19th century turned ivory chess set, one side stained red and the other side left white, identical to a set once owned by Lord Nelson and subsequently by his friend and shipmate, Captain Seymour. England, circa 1850 Height: 4½in/12cm Diameter: 2in/4.5cm LITERATURE
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A PAIR OF CHINESE BLACK LACQUER VASES A fine pair of large scale Chinese lacquer vases, elaborately decorated with arabesques and lotus flowers on the neck; the main body with abstract geometric patterns enclosing cartouches with figures in oriental landscapes. China, circa 1840 Height: 30in/76cm Diameter: 16in/40.5cm O3D0029
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A PAIR OF SILVERED CANDLESTICKS A pair of silvered candlesticks in the Georgian style of grand scale, each with baluster stem on sunk, square shaped bases and having separate drip pans. Maker’s mark, JP & Co. in a shield. England, circa 1920 Height: 13in/33cm Width of base: 7½in/19cm
A SET OF TEA CANISTERS A very rare set of nine tôle tea canisters, the red ground elaborately decorated with chinoiserie strapwork and individual Chinese artisans working in the tea trade. England, circa 1815 Height: 17in/43cm Diameter: 9in/23cm O3D0104
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A MODEL FIELD GUN AND LIMBER An exceptionally detailed model of a British 9 pounder Mark II field gun and limber in mahogany and brass throughout, the rifled barrel with the elevating gear of Whitworth pattern, consisting of a long screw bolted to the cascabel button, the carriage fitted with two axletree boxes and one slimmer box for shells, cartridges and small stores, also forming a pair of seats for the gunners with leather back straps and arm shields, with matching footrests beneath. The iron spoked cambered wheels correctly canted at an acute outward angle, the carriage retaining the handspike and rammer strapped to the respective side brackets. Together with the original ebonised and glass display case. Attributed to Reid & Sons, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. England, circa 1875 Height: 7½in/19cm Width: 34½in/87cm Depth: 10½in/27cm O3D0147
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A CALAMANDER WOOD TEA CADDY The Mark II was designed in 1874. Lighter and more mobile than the Mark I, the longer barrel also gave the gun a slightly higher muzzle velocity. The 9 pounder was in service with E/B Battery, Royal Horse Artillery, at Maiwand and with other British artillery units during the Afghanistan campaign. It was a rifled muzzle loader firing a 9lbs. 12 oz. projectile to a maximum range of 4000 yards. The charge weighed 1lb 12oz. giving a muzzle velocity of 1330 feet per second. The weight of the gun on its carriage was 9cwt and together with the limber, 35 cwt. This meant that the gun could be manhandled by its detachment over difficult terrain.
A fine mid 19th century dome topped tea caddy, opening to two further domed tea canisters marked G (green tea) and B (black tea) for the types of tea. All with brass stringing and finely figured calamander veneers. England, circa 1870 Height: 7in/18cm Width: 9½in/24.5cm Depth: 5in/13cm O3C0016
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AN ART NOUVEAU DOUBLE MAGNUM CLARET JUG A fine Austrian Art Nouveau silver mounted glass double magnum claret jug with engraved decoration of vines. With two Continental hallmarks. Austria, circa 1900 Height: 23in/58cm
› A PAIR OF MAJOLICA BIRD GROUPS Two late 19th century majolica bird studies, attributed to Hugo Lonitz & Co, of a pair of toucans and parrots, each decorated in polychrome enamel work and shown naturalistically perched on tree trunk bases entwined with fruit and leaves. Germany, circa 1890
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The hallmarks appear to be a mix of Austrian and German, one set of marks (WILH.GIESE & moon and crown) is very likely to be for Wilhelm Theodor Christian Giese, jeweller, gold and silversmith of Hamburg; while the Diana’s head mark is the Austrian control mark valid between 1872 and 1922. The jug may have crossed the borders at some point, hence the presence of two separate hallmarks.
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A CHINESE EXPORT LACQUER KNIFE BOX
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A rare 18th century Chinese export lacquer box of large scale, every surface decorated with raised work in gold on a black background depicting landscapes with temples and water gardens, with original handles and escutcheon plate, the interior opening to reveal a fitted display for cutlery, resting on four raised, stylised ball and claw feet. China, circa 1770
A set of early 19th century backgammon pieces in ivory, each carved with concentric rings of petals, the sides fluted, the reverse hollowed out with turned rings, in a natural ivory colour and stained dark red. England, circa 1815 Diameter: 1½in/3.5cm O3D0043
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A LATE 19TH CENTURY LIBRARY WHEELBARROW A rare Anglo-Indian late 19th century library wheelbarrow in carved and applied satinwood, the spoked wheels with a brass band, each side of the body of the wheelbarrow held together with wooden dowels, the handles with further applied decoration. The wheelbarrow is now fitted with a modern brass liner. Anglo-Indian, circa 1885 Height: 17½in/45cm Width: 42in/107cm Depth: 17in/43cm O3D0202
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A SILVER CONDIMENT SET A rare set of silver condiment holders by Alexander Crichton, naturalistically fashioned into the form of acorns, including four salts as cupules with gilt interiors and spoons, each with an acorn finial, two pepper pots with removal nut and a mustard pot with a hinged lid, all resting on oak leaf sprigs. England, circa 1879 Height: 3¼in/8.5cm Width: 3½in/9.5cm Depth: 3in/7.5cm
Alexander Crichton produced some of the finest whimsical silver in the repertoire of the English silversmith, seemingly inspired by the drawings of Sir John Tenniel for Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland (1865) and Alice through the Looking Glass (1872). Crichton’s greatest triumphs are a series of silver mounted glass claret jugs in the form of animals and birds, made by Crichton between 1881 and 1882. The bodies are of glass
and the heads and feet are in silver. By 1880 he was in partnership with Charles John Curry, trading as Crichton and Curry. They were listed as designers, modellers and silversmiths and like many in the luxury goods business, they did not survive the severe recession of the early 1880’s. The partnership was dissolved by October 1884 and Crichton was declared bankrupt in December 1886.
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A GROUP OF 18TH CENTURY TEA CADDIES
1 AN APPLE TEA CADDY
3 A PEAR TEA CADDY
A charming fruitwood tea caddy in the form of an apple, retaining much of the original lead lining. England, circa 1770 Height: 4in/11cm Diameter: 4½in/12cm
A fine George III green stained fruitwood tea caddy in the form of an apple, with original lock and escutcheon. England, circa 1790 Height: 5in/13cm Diameter: 4½in/12cm
A fruitwood tea caddy in the form of a pear, the interior retaining almost all of the original lead lining. England, circa 1790 Height: 6in/15cm Diameter: 4in/11cm
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4 A MELON TEA CADDY A tea caddy carved in the form of a melon, the fruitwood of good colour and patination with mottled green staining to the exterior and remnants of the original lead lining. England, circa 1790 Height: 5in/13cm Diameter: 4½in/12cm O3D0212
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5 AN APPLE TEA CADDY A George III fruitwood tea caddy in the form of an apple, with original lock and escutcheon. England, circa 1790 Height: 4½in/12cm Diameter: 4½in/12cm O3B0354
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A RARE GEORGE III IVORY TEA CADDY A very rare George III octagonal ivory and tortoiseshell tea caddy, the front with the emblem of the Society for Effecting the Abolition of the Slave Trade, depicting a solitary figure shown kneeling and in gilt chains on a decorative plinth, behind enamelled glass and with silvered border, escutcheon and handle, the interior with remnants of the foil lining and retaining the original internal lid. England, circa 1790 Height: 5in/13cm Width: 4in/10cm Depth: 3in/7cm O3D0289
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The image depicted on this rare ivory tea caddy is of an “African in Chains in a Supplicating Posture,” and is one of the earliest symbols of slavery’s brutality, created to depict the ignominy of the slave trade. In 1787 Granville Sharp and Thomas Clarkson formed the Society for Effecting the Abolition of the Slave Trade. Influential figures such as William Wilberforce, John Wesley and Josiah Wedgwood also gave their full support to the campaign and were instrumental in promoting the society’s cause in both parliamentary and public circles. No one knows for sure who designed and engraved the society’s seal, but historians attribute it to either William Hackwood or Henry Webber, who both worked at Wedgwood’s factory in Staffordshire. Medallions were manufactured in great quantity by Wedgwood, with the words “Am I Not A Man and A Brother?” surrounding the solitary figure, who
is shown kneeling and in chains. In 1788 a consignment of these cameos was shipped to Benjamin Franklin in Philadelphia, where the medallions became a fashion statement for abolitionists and anti-slavery sympathizers. They were worn as bracelets and as hair ornaments, and even inlaid with gold as ornaments for snuff boxes. Soon the fashion extended to the general public. Franklin was particularly interested in the art of pottery and his appreciation of Wedgwood’s art is seen from his reply to Josiah on receipt of the gift of slave medallions. He wrote: “I am distributing your valuable present of cameos among my friends in whose countenances I have seen such marks of being affected by contemplating the figure of the Suppliant (which is admirably executed) that I am persuaded it may have an effect equal to that of the best written pamphlet in procuring honour to those oppressed people”.
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AN ARTICULATED LETTER RACK
A PAIR OF MINIATURE FIELD GUNS
A rare and unusual silver plate adjustable letter rack designed by Dr Christopher Dresser and made by Hukin & Heath, also bearing the design registration diamond. Three hinged supports on each side, giving six compartments, the base is of a curved bridge design, with ball feet at each corner. England, circa 1881
A pair of finely detailed mid 19th century miniature field gun carriages, the bronze barrels resting on polished oak frames all mounted in polished steel, resting on ash spoked wheels and axles. Continental, circa 1860 Height: 11in/28cm Width: 14in/36cm Depth: 27in/68cm
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A PAIR OF PORPHYRY CAMPANA VASES
A GEORGE III BRASS TELESCOPE
A pair of early 19th century Swedish porphyry vases of campana shape, with outscrolled rim above a waisted body, the turned socle above a circular spreading foot and resting on square plinth bases. Sweden, circa 1815
A George III brass and shagreen nautical telescope with four draw tube, sliding eyepiece cover and detachable brass end cap. England, circa 1790
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A SILVER PLATED WATERING CAN A silver-plated miniature watering can, designed by Christopher Dresser, with the maker’s marks of Hukin & Heath, retaining its original cross-woven wicker handles, in the Japanese style. England, circa 1895 Height: 6½in/16.5cm Width: 8in/20cm Depth: 3½in/8.5cm O3D0232
Jonathan Wilson Hukin and John Thomas Heath established Hukin & Heath in Birmingham in 1855. By the early 1880s, J.T. Hukin retired, and J.T. Heath continued with his new associate, John Hartshorne Middleton (1886). The company closed in 1953. Dr Christopher Dresser was one of the first industrial designers in Europe. A pure product of the Victorian area, Dresser focussed on machine production at the Government School of Design in London between 1847 and 1854. Dresser placed great emphasis on function and efficient use of materials. Dresser was also the first European designer to visit Japan since the country opened its frontiers in 1953. He was invited by the Japanese Government in 1876 to discover the Imperial Collections and review their traditional manufactures. Dresser also took the opportunity to study the strict geometry of Japanese everyday objects and published his findings in the scholarly Japan, its Architecture, Art and Art Manufacturers in 1882.
A prolific designer, Dresser worked closely with over 30 British manufacturers, including Minton, Elkington and Hukin & Heath. Dresser was involved with Hukin & Heath very early on. Their first collaboration was entered in the Patent Office Design Registry in 1878, and were marked “Designed by Dr C. Dresser”. This kettle was part of a collection designed between 1892 and 1894, after a modest water jug in the Shosoin Treasure House in Nara’s Imperial Collections. The collection comprised a number of elongated decanters (one with Mallett), a candle holder and a tea set, all unsigned. The kettle reflects the restraint with which the Japanese use lines and materials to emphasise function rather than form. The cross woven wicker handle is also reminiscent of traditional Japanese materials.
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A PAIR OF MAHOGANY TABLE GLOBES A very fine pair of late 18th century table globes in exceptional condition, the terrestrial and celestial globes each raised on carved mahogany tripod stands with spiral knop on the stem, above down-curving supports joined by brass stretchers with their original compasses; the printed globes both signed and dated ‘C. Smith & Son, 172 Strand, London 1841’. England, circa 1780 Height: 24in/61cm Diameter: 12in/30.5cm The tripod stands, circa 1780. The globes re-papered in 1841 and brought up to this date as was customary. Shown on modern plinths. F3D0261
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The Smith family of London globe makers, founded in 1799, produced a variety of floor and table models of globes throughout the 19th century. Charles Smith was joined in business by his son in 1845. According to the cartouche of Smith globes, they were made by J. Smith, and sold by C. Smith, 172 Strand, where they were in operation from 1827 to 1852. Smith’s TERRESTRIAL GLOBE containing the whole of the LATEST DISCOVERIES and GEOGRAPHICAL IMPROVEMENTS also the tracks of the most celebrated circumnavigators. LONDON C. Smith & Son, 172 Strand. 1841
Smith’s CELESTIAL GLOBE containing all the known Stars, Nebulae &c. Compiled from the Works of WOLLASTON, FLAMSTED, DE LA CAILI, HAVELIUS, MAYER, BRADLEY, HERSCHEL, MASKELYNE. The Transactions of the ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY of LONDON &c, &c. C. Smith & Son. 172. STRAND.
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A LOUIS XVI TERRACOTTA SCULPTURE OF A POODLE A fine Louis XVI terracotta sculpture of a seated poodle, naturalistically portrayed with a rich, dark patination, on a block plinth. France, circa 1780 Height: 23½in/60cm Width: 17½in/45cm Depth: 12in/30cm O3D0164
AN EDWARDIAN TRAVELLING EGG CRUET SET A charming Edwardian silver plate egg cruet set for six, the collapsible frame for travelling, each egg cup numbered and with gilt interior, the handle with scroll work and an anthemion, standing on four scrolling supports. England, circa 1910 Height: 4in/10cm Width: 7½in/18.5cm Depth: 5½in/13.5cm O3D0154
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A SILVER PLATED MAGNUM CASK
A SET OF NINE DESSERT KNIVES AND FORKS
A large scale silvered magnum cask on stand, retaining its original stopper and removable key. The front with inscription: ‘Presented to G. B. Statham by Aubery Wallis Esq. for the best couple of puppies, Faulkner and Tradesman, Woodland Pytchley Hunt, April 1914’. England, 1914
A set of nine early 20th century silver gilt dessert knives and forks with agate handles, complete in a fitted display case. Manufactured and retailed by Carrington and Co Ltd with maker’s mark Carrington & Co Ltd, date 1912. England, 1912 Length: 8in/20cm
Height: 10in/25cm Width: 12in/30cm Depth: 8in/20cm
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DOORSTOPS from left to right: A PAIR OF BRASS DOORSTOPS
A PAIR OF BRASS DOORSTOPS
A FOX HEAD BRASS DOORSTOP
An unusual pair of late 19th century brass doorstops of architectural outline, having a stepped half hexagon base. Stamped with the monogram for William Tonks. England, circa 1870 Height: 13in/33cm
A pair of brass doorstops in the form of a profile of a seated dog, its head turned, standing on a rectangular plinth with a fluted border. England, circa 1830 Height: 13in/33cm
A late 19th century fox head door stop, of lacquered brass with original cast iron base. England, circa 1890 Height: 20½in/51.5cm
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A SCROLL FORM BRASS DOORSTOP A SCROLL BRASS DOORSTOP
A late Victorian brass door stop with a stirrup carrying handle and a base of stepped outline. The central band enriched with an elaborate scrolling pattern. England, circa 1880 Height: 15½in/40cm O2I0289
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A scroll form brass doorstop with a rose petal base, the stem with turnings. England, circa 1840 Height: 15in/38cm O2I0117
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A BRASS DOORSTOP
A PAIR OF VICTORIAN DOORSTOPS
A late 19th century brass door stop complete with a fox’s head, the base decorated with hunting paraphernalia, the weight stamped W T & S for W. Tonks & Sons, Birmingham. England, circa 1880 Height: 16in/41cm
A pair of polished brass doorstops, each with scrolled handle to a stepped bell-shaped weight. England, circa 1870 Height: 17½in/45cm
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A 19TH CENTURY BRASS DOORSTOP
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A BRASS DOORSTOP IN THE FORM OF A SEATED DOG
A late 19th century polished brass door stop in the form of a seated dog with a foliate scrolling handle. England, circa 1880 Height: 15in/38cm O2I0292
A nineteenth century brass doorstop in the form of a bell with inverted scroll handles, stamped William Tonks & Son. England, circa 1860 Height: 13in/33cm O2I0345
A 19TH CENTURY BRASS DOORSTOP
A mid 19th century polished brass doorstop in the manner of Voysey, the shaped handle leading to a splayed bell shaped base. England, circa 1870 Height: 10in/25cm O2I0309
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A VIZAGAPATAM SILVER MOUNTED CASKET A very fine late 18th century ebony and ivory inlaid silver mounted tea caddy containing a pair of silver tea boxes, maker's mark T.L. (probably Thomas Liddiard) with a mixing bowl, maker's mark S.P. London 1770. The elaborately engraved floral decoration in fine condition, probably created in Vizagapatam, Southern India, for the British market. India, circa 1770
A SILVER GRAPE STAND A rare late nineteenth century silver grape holder for holding three bunches. Made by T. Bradbury, London, date mark 1893. Height: 13in/33cm Width: 11in/28cm Depth: 8½in/22cm O3D0148
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A SET OF POLISHED STEEL FIRE IRONS
A MINIATURE WALNUT BUREAU
A set of Victorian polished steel fire tools with Gothic style blind fretwork handles and diamond faceted ends. England, circa 1870
A George I walnut miniature bureau of excellent condition, veneered on a deal carcase, opening to reveal a silk velvet lined writing surface, the pigeon holes lined with marbleised paper, having graduated drawers and the original brasses and key, with a secret well and resting on bracket feet. England, circa 1725
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A BLUE JOHN VASE
A SILVER PLATED CIGAR BOX
A fine George III Blue John vase with gadroon carving, on a turned socle and circular column with white marble ornament raised on a square black Ashford marble plinth. England, circa 1800
A silver plated cigar box by Thomas of Bond Street; stamped ‘THOMAS/ 153 New Bond Street’. England, circa 1935
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A SILVER PLATED SPIRIT BARREL BY HUKIN AND HEATH A late 19th century cut glass spirit barrel by Hukin & Heath, the body of the barrel resting on a silver plated stand with a spout and retaining the original silver mounted bucket. England, circa 1880 Height: 7in/18cm Width: 4in/10cm Depth: 5in/13cm
A BOBBIN TURNED CANTERBURY An unusual mid 19th century ebonised bobbin-turned canterbury, having four compartments and a shelf below, with carrying handle and resting on brass castors. England, circa 1860 Height: 19½in/50cm Width: 18in/45.5cm Depth: 14½in/37cm F3D0286
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