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Steiff felt doll titled Tennislady Betty, a replica based on the original Steiff felt dolls first introduced in the early 20th century by Margarete Steiff. This meticulously crafted replica was produced in a limited edition of 3,000 pieces and comes with its original certificate of authenticity. The doll features detailed felt construction, a period appropriate tennis outfit with lace trim, and delicately painted facial features. Originally developed around 1913, this design was revived by Steiff as part of their historical replica series. Housed in its original presentation box marked Steiff-Filzpuppe (Replica), with branding from Margarete Steiff Giengen-Brenz.Issued: 1986 - 1987Dimensions: 8.5"L x 20.25"HEdition Number: Edition of 3000Country of Origin: GermanyCondition: Age related wear.

Three Halcyon Days enamel commemorative boxes - 9/11 Firefighters, Anna Pavlova and Apollo 11 all crafted in Bilston, England in the late 20th century. The first is a circular box honoring the Apollo 11 moon landing. It is decorated with an illustration of an astronaut saluting the American flag, surrounded by the inscription "THE EAGLE HAS LANDED - APOLLO 11." The side band displays patriotic motifs including stars, stripes, and the lunar module with the date JULY 20TH 1969. Inside the lid is a dedication to the 20th anniversary of the first manned lunar landing, naming Neil Armstrong, Edwin Aldrin, and Michael Collins. The base is marked with the Smithsonian Institution seal and the Bilston & Battersea backstamp; The second box is an oval-shaped pink enamel piece commemorating ballerina Anna Pavlova. The lid features a delicate portrait of Pavlova in costume, framed by an ornate lace-style border. The inside of the lid is inscribed with her name, lifespan (1881-1931), and details of her Metropolitan Opera debut on February 28th, 1910. The underside is marked with The Metropolitan Opera logo and the maker's stamp. The third box is a rectangular red enamel piece titled "Fireman at Prayer," depicting a fireman kneeling in a moment of reflection against a stylized city backdrop. The interior inscription notes that proceeds from the sale of this edition benefited the 9-11 Widows' and Victims' Families Association and the Fire Fighters Memorial Foundation of Missouri, who commissioned the associated bronze statue. The base features the foundation's insignia and commemorative text. Each box is finely enameled and gilt-edged, with working hinges and closures. The set is in excellent condition with no visible chips, cracks, or enamel loss. Dimensions vary slightly, with the Apollo 11 box measuring approximately 2.25 inches in diameter. Each bears the appropriate Halcyon Days / Bilston & Battersea backstamp. Largest piece 1.5"H x 2.5" dia.Issued: 21st centuryDimensions: See DescriptionCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.

Raymond T. Cowern (1913-1986)'The Feast of Sant' Antonio in Anticoli Corrado', pencil signed, titled and no.31/50 to the margin, 19 x 28.5cm, another by the same hand, and John Sell Cotman (1782-1842) - 'Deptford', etching, first published edition by H. Bohn in Liber Studiorum in 1838, 20 x 27.5cm. (3)Provenance (Cotman): with the William Weston Gallery

A collection of Latin American and Western European photography books, 20th century and later, a quantity of photography and picture books on various Latin American, Spanish, Portuguese and French contemporary photographers, authors and visual artists, including:'Lembrança de Brasília', c.1950s, featuring various photographic prints of architecture designed around Brasilia particularly by Oscar Niemeyer,'Open At Noon' by Mark Powell, published by RM Publishing House in 2014, and'The Club' by Pedro Letria, first edition published by Pierre von Kleist Editions in 2014 from an edition of 600 (43)Condition ReportIn good overall order with minimal signs of wear to most examples. 'Lembrança de Brasília' with the front cover detatched from the spiral binding and some bending to the images commensurate with use.

Sir Muirhead Bone (1876-1953), a collection of lithographic prints depicting various scenes from the First World War, c.1917, each housed in a numbered folio, published by Authority of the War Office for 'Country Life', from an edition of fifty, signed (60)Condition ReportWith marks, creases, folds and yellowing throughout commensurate with use. The covers with tears, creases and marks. All the plates are signed in pencil. Each of the individual folders are in fairly good condition, however the cover folder is in poor condition and the spin is damaged All of the prints are in fairly good condition with exception of 8 of the prints in the first volume which have large marks to the edges were they look if they have been stuck to something or been window mounted

A collection of European photography books, 20th century and later, a quantity of photography and picture books on various European photographers, authors and visual artists, to include:two copies of 'Polaroids' by H R Giger, published in 2014,'The Photographs of Henri Cartier-Bresson' by Lincoln Kirstein and Beaumont Newhall, first edition published by the Museum of Modern Art in 1947,'Paris tel qu'il fut 104 photographies anciennes', published by Éditions Tel in 1951, and'Salerno Documentari Fotografici delle Provincie d'Italia', published by Ferrovie dello Stato in 1960 (64)Condition ReportWith wear to most examples, with creases and tears to some of the pages. 'Salerno' with heavy yellowing to the pages and tears to the cover commensurate with use. 'Paris tel qu'il fut' with a large tear to the left of the cover and general yellowing and surface marks commensurate with use and age.

Enid Blyton 'Adventure' Series group of five first editions comprising Castle Of Adventure 1946, Valley Of Adventure 1947, Sea Of Adventure 1948, Mountain Of Adventure 1949 and Ship Of Adventure 1950, all published Macmillan with illustrations by Stuart Tresilian, together with Island Of Adventure 1948 edition, all in original cloth bindings and with worn colour dust-wrappers (6)

[Deluxe Editions] J.K. Rowling Harry Potter and the Chamber Of Secrets, Bloomsbury 1999 first deluxe edition, first printing. Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, 1999 first deluxe edition, fourth printing. Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, 1999 first deluxe edition, second printing, all bound in original cloth with mounted colour illustrations and gilt signatures (3)

Richard Nixon (American President 1969-74) signed presentation copy of his book Leaders, published Warner Books 1982 first edition first printing, hardbound in dust wrapper with presentation inscription dated 1983 half title, together with Nomadland by Jessica Bruder, Surviving America in the 21st Century, 2017, signed first edition in dust wrapper

Charles Dickens Pictures From Italy, the vignette iIllustrations on wood by Samuel Palmer, published Bradbury & Evans 1846, first edition, bound in half leather with raised bands, decorative gilt panels and gilt lettered leather label spine

Illustrated books to include Four And Twenty Toilers with Pictures by F.D. Bedford & Verses by E.V. Lucas, published Grant Richards (c.1900), first edition with 24 full-page colour plates, in cloth backed illustrated boards. Bobbity Flop with Rhymes by Jessie Pope and Pictures by Angusine MacGregor (c.1910), in cloth back picture boards. Lewis Carroll Through The Looking-Glass with 50 illustrations by John Tenniel Macmillan, 1902, in publisher's cloth. The Coming of The Fairies by Arthur Conan Doyle published Psychic Press (1928). The Story Without An End by Sarah Austin with chromo plates by E.V.B., published 1868, in gilt decorated cloth. The April Baby’s Book of Tunes 1900 with colour illustrations by Kate Greenaway. Goody Two-Shoes 1881. Tolkien’s Tom Bombadil illustrated by Pauline Baynes and three others (11)

Christina Rossetti Goblin Market illustrated by Laurence Housman, published Macmillan 1893 first edition, with illustrated title page, 12 full-page plates, text decorations and illustrations, bound in publisher's original decorated gilt cloth with gilt titles

[Illustrated] Parsifal or the Legend of the Holy Grail retold from Ancient Sources with acknowledgement to the 'Parsifal' of Richard Wagner by C.W. Rolleston, published Harrap & Co. 1912 first edition, illustrated throughout by Willy Pogany with tipped-in colour plates, full-page colour illustrations, decorated text borders, pictorial endpapers etc lithographed by Vincent Brooks, Day and Sons, bound in publisher's gilt and colour illustrated cloth with gilt lettering, together with Stories From The Arabian Nights Retold by Laurence Housman and illustrated with colour plates and text decorations by Edmund Dulac, published Hodder & Stoughton (c.1930s), in gilt cloth (2)

This limited edition set includes two finely detailed Royal Doulton character jugs from the esteemed British ceramic tradition. The first is Richard III D7099, featuring the king in a dark cap with a sculpted boar and tower forming the handle, numbered 34 of only 1500 produced. The second is King John D7725, wearing a golden crown, holding a scroll marked Magna Carta and Taxes as the handle, numbered 128 of 1500. Both jugs are beautifully hand-painted and commemorate pivotal figures in English history with vivid character expressions and symbolic handle designs. Both are marked with Royal Doulton backstamp. Richard III includes COA. Largest piece measures 7.5"H. Issued: 20th century Dimensions: See DescriptionCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.

This lot features two limited edition character jugs crafted by Bairstow Manor Pottery. The first depicts Clint Eastwood as the iconic Western antihero, characterized by his squint, beard, and cigar clenched between his teeth. This jug is part of a very limited edition series, marked No. 8 of 25 on the base. The second jug portrays Fagin from Charles Dickens' Oliver Twist, with a sculptural handle showcasing three young characters from the novel"The Artful Dodger, Charley Bates, and Oliver Twist himself"highlighting the storytelling depth and craftsmanship typical of Bairstow Manor's Dickens series. This jug is marked as No. 28 of 200. Both pieces are hand-painted and marked to the underside. Largest piece measures 7.5"H. Issued: 20th century Dimensions: See DescriptionCountry of Origin: England Condition: Age related wear.

This 2-piece set features ceramic character jugs of American Presidents Ronald Reagan and George W. Bush. The first jug, crafted by Royal Doulton (model D6718), represents President Ronald Reagan and is part of the limited edition "The President's Signature Edition" for the 1984 Presidential Election. Sculpted by Eric Griffiths and hand-decorated, this piece is numbered 1940 out of 5000 and comes with its original Certificate of Authenticity. The second jug, titled "Enduring Freedom," was produced by Bairstow Manor Pottery and depicts President George W. Bush. Made by Ray Noble in a limited edition of 500, this jug is numbered 105. Each jug features patriotic motifs with sculpted American flags as handles. Both backstamped with the manufacturer's information. Largest piece measures 7.75"H. Issued: 20th century Dimensions: See DescriptionCondition: Age related wear.

The Swarovski annual edition for 2005, 'Harmony', is the first release in the 'Wonders of the Sea' trilogy, marking a return to Swarovski's renowned animal trilogies. Designed to interlock with the subsequent editions, this piece creates a seamless underwater scene when displayed as a set. 'Harmony' features a small school of fish in the upper left corner and a frosted crystal anemone in the lower right, where two clownfish elegantly swim. This collection also includes the 2005 annual edition 'Harmony' plaque, adding to its collectible appeal. A stunning piece for Swarovski collectors and marine life enthusiasts alike. Swarovski marked. 681823. This item has a base included: 7.5"L x 0.75"H. Plaque (698560): 1.25"H.Artist: Martin ZendronIssued: c. 2005 - 2007Dimensions: 7.5"HCountry of Origin: AustriaCondition: Age related wear. As is.

This 2-piece collection features highly detailed ceramic character jugs representing pivotal American historical figures, produced by independent artisan studios rather than Royal Doulton. The first jug is The American Potter Series Betsy Ross, a finely hand-painted piece specially commissioned by the Pascoe Company for World Wide distribution. This example is from a limited edition of 250, marked No. 68, and showcases a vivid tri-color palette with patriotic ribbon and Betsy Ross medallion detailing. The second jug depicts General Robert E. Lee, crafted by Prestige Jugs and distributed through Collectors Ceramics. The jug presents a realistic portrayal of the Confederate general, featuring an expressive face, sculpted beard, and a handle formed by the Confederate battle flag. Largest piece measures 7.75"H. Issued: 20th century Dimensions: See DescriptionCondition: Age related wear.

This whimsical I Love Lucy cookie jar features Lucy, Ricky, Fred, and Ethel riding in a vintage convertible, perfectly capturing the charm of the beloved TV show. Sculpted by Preston Willingham and produced by Vandor, this ceramic cookie jar is part of a limited First Edition of 10,000 pieces, with this one individually numbered. The underside is marked with the official "I Love Lucy" heart logo and licensing details, and the jar is handcrafted in China. A collector's favorite, this nostalgic piece comes complete with its original box.Issued: 1998Dimensions: 8.25"HEdition Number: 2670 of 10000Country of Origin: United StatesCondition: Age related wear.

Saint, Exupery, Antoine de. The little Prince. New York, Reynal and Hitchcock, 1943. First edition in later dust wrapper, the front flap unpriced and with the address 383 Madison Avenue, a number of chips to edges and a tear to the front panel, internally a clean , attractive copy.

Barke, James. The Song in the Green Thorn Tree. First edition signed; and 9 others by the same author.

HEMM John Peck Portraits of the Royal Family in Penmanship - published by Oliver & Co, Nottingham 1831, First Edition folio, together with another volume Original Penmanship. (2)

Garth, Mary, 'What Happened to Hannah', containing numerous colour illustrations by Irene Payne, Max Goschen, London, 1913, and four copies of 'The Greyfriars Holiday Annuals', editions 1938, 1939, 1940 and 1941. Together with Baum, L. Frank, 'Rinkitink In Oz', 1916, First Canadian edition, pub The Copp, Clark Co., Limited, Toronto, With 12 colour plates & numerous black & white drawings by John R. Neill, publisher's light green cloth with pictorial front cover and black and white pictorial endpapers (6)

DC COMICS - Batman No. 24 US Edition - A US edition of issue No. 24 of Batman published by DC Comics in August 1944. Issue #24 was written by Don C. Cameron and Joe Samachson, with the artwork and cover by Dick Sprang and Jerry Robinson in pencil and ink.This classic Golden Age story marked the first appearance of the character Professor Carter Nichols and featured returning appearances from Tweedledum and Tweedledee.The comic was graded by CGC as 6.5 blue label. The consignor broke the comic out of its CGC slab for the purpose of reading, but it still comes with its original CGC blue label. Dimensions: 26.25 cm x 18.5 cm (10.25" x 7.25")VAT Status: M

DC COMICS - Detective Comics No. 359 US Edition - A US edition of issue No. 359 of Detective Comics published by DC Comics in January 1967. Issue #359 was written by Gardner Fox and John Broome, with the artwork and cover by Carmine Infantino and Murphy Anderson in pencil and ink.This classic Silver Age key issue features the first appearance and origin of Batgirl (Barbara Gordon) and also contains an appearance from Killer Moth.The comic was graded by CGC as 5.5 blue label. The consignor broke the comic out of its CGC slab for the purpose of reading, but it still comes with its original CGC blue label. Dimensions: 26.5 cm x 18.75 cm (10.5" x 7.5")VAT Status: M

PURE EVIL - Elvis First Photo, 1954 (Silver), 2017 - "Elvis First Photo, 1954" by Pure Evil (Charles Uzzell-Edwards), Welsh b.1968 -The original 1" image of the "King of Rock and Roll" featured in a memorial issue newspaper published in his hometown of Memphis, Tennessee, the week he passed away. The artist recalls, "I remember the day he died clearly because it was the first time I had ever been to visit London. Still haven't visited Graceland".This silver version of the screenprint is on 320gsm Fedrigoni Paper and is a scarce printer's proof version, which doesn't feature any additional spray details as seen on the limited-edition versions released. It is labelled "PP" and is signed by the artist, with his signature bunny emblem in pencil in the lower right corner. Dimensions: 85 cm x 48 cm (33.5" x 19")About the Artist:Welsh graffiti and street artist Charles Uzzell-Edwards goes by the moniker Pure Evil and is known for creating his famous trademark fanged bunnies, stemming from the guilt he felt after shooting a rabbit when he was ten. Being the son of Welsh painter John Uzzell Edwards meant he grew up in an artistic household and was exposed to the world of Street Art whilst living in California, and honed his skills more when relocating back to London and being involved with Banksy's pop-up gallery Santas Ghetto. Today, Pure Evil produces a range of works; many examples feature portraiture of famous figures with drips of dark paint under their eyes.An artist resale right royalty applies to this lot, as provided under local law. The buyer agrees to pay us the amount equal to that resale royalty and we undertake to the buyer to pay such amount to the appropriate authority.VAT Status: M ARR

MADONNA - The Rockarchive Collection: Limited Edition Blonde Ambition Tour Print by George Jaworskyj, Wembley Stadium, 1990 - A limited edition fine art photographic print featuring an image of Madonna taken by photographer George Jaworskyj on 20 July, 1990. The shot was captured from the photographer's pit during the first night of three shows at Wembley Stadium during her Blonde Ambition World Tour. This lot is part of the Rockarchive Collection.The image shows Madonna dressed in one of her iconic conical corsets designed by established fashion designer Jean Paul Gaultier. This giclee print is from a limited edition of 100 and presented on archival 310gsm cotton-based rag paper. It is hand-numbered "18/100" and signed by Jaworskyj in pencil. Dimensions: 42 cm x 29.75 cm (16.5" x 11.75")Additional provenance:This lot comes from the Rockarchive Collection, founded by acclaimed music photographer Jill Furmanovsky in 1998. Rockarchive now comprises an impressive collection of over 1000 images by more than 100 photographers and graphic designers, allowing fans and collectors to purchase limited-edition prints featuring music's most established artists. This lot is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity co-signed by Jill Furmanovsky.VAT Status: †

POKEMON - PSA 9 Graded Bulbasaur, Charmander and Squirtle 1st Edition Shadowless Base Set Cards - A set of three Pokemon Shadowless base set 1st edition trading cards graded by Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA). Released in 1996 in Japan and 1999 for the rest of the world, the base set was the first expansion of the Pokemon trading card game. This set includes Bulbasaur (44/102), Charmander (46/102) and Squirtle (63/102). All three are graded Mint 9 and come in plastic protective cases. Dimensions (each card in case): 13.5 cm x 8 cm x 0.75 cm (5.25" x 3.25" x 0.25")VAT Status: M

DAVID BOWIE - The Rockarchive Collection: Limited Edition C Type Print by Tony Mottram, Milton Keynes, 1983 - A limited edition C-type photographic print featuring an image of David Bowie taken by photographer Tony Mottram on 2 July 1983. This lot is part of the Rockarchive Collection.The shot was captured at the Milton Keynes Bowl during Bowie's Serious Moonlight tour, his first tour in five years. This print is from a limited edition of 100 and presented on archival paper, hand-numbered "3/100," and signed by Mottram in gold-coloured ink. Some of the ink has rubbed away on the edition number. Dimensions: 50.75 cm x 40.5 cm (20" x 16")Additional provenance:This lot comes from the Rockarchive Collection, founded by acclaimed music photographer Jill Furmanovsky in 1998. Rockarchive now comprises an impressive collection of over 1000 images by more than 100 photographers and graphic designers, allowing fans and collectors to purchase limited-edition prints featuring music's most established artists. This lot is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity co-signed by Jill Furmanovsky.VAT Status: †

‡ SIR DAVID WILKIE (SCOTTISH 1785-1841) HENRY WARDEN BROUGHT BEFORE FATHER EUSTACE Oil on panel Indistinctly signed (upper right) 36 x 33.5cm (14 x 13 in.) Painted circa 1830. Provenance: William Seguier His sale, Christie's, London, 4 May 1844, lot 96 (110 gns to Pennell) Anonymous sale; Christie's, London, 20 April 1990, lot 62Exhibited: London, British Institution, 1842, no. 38 Edinburgh, Royal Scottish Academy, 1852, no. 42Engraved: C. Fox, 1 December 1830 as the frontispiece to the Waverley Novel, The Monastery, vol. IIinscribed 'Henry Warden brought before Father Eustace / for his preaching of the protestant cause / the judge and the accused met face to face / and in that of both was enthroned the/ noble conscience of rectitude / monastery. Walter Scott'. (on a label, verso)After Sir Walter Scott was declared bankrupt in 1826, his publisher Robert Cadell undertook to issue a complete edition of the Waverley Novels issued monthly in 48 volumes with new notes and introductions by Scott and a series of 96 frontispieces and title page vignettes commissioned by Cadell with many artists approached to contribute. Wilkie contributed the present work, the subject of which is taken from 'The Monastery' (1820) and was engraved in 1830 and also Breakfast at Milnwood (Old Mortality). William Seguier (1771-1843) to whom the picture first belonged, was an artist, Superintendent of the British Institution and first Keeper of the National Gallery. He was instrumental in forming the collections of Sir Robert Peel and the Duke of Wellington, along with the Dutch Old Masters in the collection of King George IV and was appointed by him to be Conservator of the Royal Galleries, a role he also held under King William IV and Queen Victoria.We are grateful to Alex Kidson for his help in preparing this catalogue entry. The work will be included in Hamish Miles' forthcoming catalogue raisonné of the work of David Wilkie.    

Charming 7-piece collection inspired by Beatrix Potter's classic tales, featuring three Beswick England figurines: Fierce Bad Rabbit; Tom Thumb; and Mr. Benjamin Bunny and Peter Rabbit - all hand-painted and marked with copyright by Frederick Warne & Co. Also included are two hand-painted Beswick collector plates- First and Second Edition Scenes from Beatrix Potter, each with original boxes. The set is completed with a vintage The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck book and a sealed Peter Rabbit perfumed sachet by Taylor of London. A delightful ensemble for collectors of English literary ceramics. Largest piece 9"L x 9"H.Issued: 1950 - 1980Dimensions: See DescriptionCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.

This delightful 7-piece collection from Beswick celebrates the timeless charm of Beatrix Potter's beloved tales. It includes three figural porcelain characters - Aunt Pettitoes, Foxy Whiskered Gentleman, and Mrs. Rabbit - each stamped with the Beswick England backstamp and modeled in the style of early editions authorized by F. Warne & Co. Ltd. Accompanying these are three square relief plates from the "Scenes from Beatrix Potter" series, first edition 1979, depicting vibrant narrative scenes in bas-relief. The lot also includes a vintage softcover copy of The Tale of Peter Rabbit published by Campbell Books. All items are marked and consistent with original Beswick craftsmanship, making this a rich ensemble for collectors of children's literature or English ceramics. Largest piece 9"L x 9"H. Issued: 1978Dimensions: See DescriptionCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.

Delightful 7-piece set featuring characters from the cherished world of Beatrix Potter. This collection includes three Beswick figurines: Rebeccah Puddle-Duck, Benjamin Bunny, and Anna Maria, each marked with Beswick England backstamps. Accompanying the figures are three hand-painted Beswick collector's plates from the 1979 "Scenes from Beatrix Potter" First Edition series by F. Warne & Co. Ltd., also stamped "Beswick England" on the reverse. Completing the lot is a vintage padded board book edition of The Tale of Peter Rabbit illustrated by George Grahm and published by Grosset & Dunlap in 1986. A charming ensemble for fans of Beatrix Potter's timeless characters. Largest piece 9"L x 9"H. Issued: 1978, 1981, 1983Dimensions: See DescriptionCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.

Royal Mint - Two cased proof sets in Sterling silver, together with two banknote sets, all capsuled, cased and with paperwork, the first, a 'ten pound & crown set' comprising ten pound note and five pound piece; the second, a five pound limited edition banknote; the third a 2004 four coin silver pattern set; the fourth a 'four bridges' four coin pattern set (4)

H.R.H. The Princess Margaret, handwritten letter to the poet John (later Sir John) Betjeman written on Kensington Palace crowned M headed writing paper, dated December 20th 1960. The Princess thanks the poet for the gift of his new poem 'I am delighted with the lovely edition of your new poem. I read bits of it with great pleasure in the papers so it is marvellous to have the whole thing. Many thanks from us both and best wishes for Christmas and 1961, Yours very sincerely Margaret' sold with original envelope and First edition of 'Summoned by Bells' by John Betjeman, dated 1960 (2)

Complete deck of 32 Piatnik Nandor és Fiai R. T. Budapest WWI war relief cards (no. 63) first edition, designed Leo Kober (1876-1932)

Deck of Karl Gerich Rouennias playing cards, circa 1990/91, based on the first Rouen pattern, 32 plus joker, from an edition of approximately 20, with box

H.R.H. The Prince of Wales (now H.M. King Charles III) signed and inscribed book 'Highgrove Portrait of an Estate' by The Prince of Wales and Charles Clover, inscribed 'With every best wish, Charles 1994' Given by The Prince of Wales to the Deputy Yeoman of the Royal Wine Cellar. Good condition apart from a split to the dustcover. Probably a First Edition. Please see the extra images

Wallis, The Duchess of Windsor - signed copy of her memoir 'The Heart has its reasons' - First edition 1956, inscribed in ink 'Wallis Duchess of Windsor'

A Royal Crown Derby paperweight, Snow Leopard, designed by John Ablitt, gold stopper, 17cm long, printed mark in red, signed in gold; another, Leopard Cub, the first in a series specially commissioned by Sinclairs, limited edition 558/1500, gold stopper, 11cm long, printed mark in red, signed in gold (2)

A Royal Crown Derby paperweight, Welbeck Squirrel, the first in the Creatures of Sherwood Collection, exclusive to Connaught House, limited edition 483/1,250, gold stopper, 11.5cm, certificate, boxed; another, Moonlight Badger on stand, Collectors Guild exclusive, gold stopper, 15cm long, printed mark in red, signed in gold by John Ablitt, boxed (2)

A Royal Crown Derby paperweight, Pegasus, the first of a pair of Mythical Beasts, exclusive to Goviers of Sidmouth, designed by June Branscombe, limited edition 267/1,750, gold stopper, 17cm long, printed mark in red, boxed

A Royal Crown Derby model, Welsh Corgi, commissioned by Sinclairs to celebrate the Royal Crown Derby Event at Penrhyn Castle, May 2001, limited edition 243/500, 13cm high, signed in gold by Sue Rowe, first quality, certificate

This Art Deco restrike lithographic poster titled Willi's Wine Bar, is designed after A.M. Cassandre's 1935 original. The artwork features a bold, stylized wine glass, emblematic of Cassandre's renowned Art Deco influence and innovative use of geometric forms. Cassandre, celebrated for his impactful advertising posters in the early 20th century, brought elegance and modernity to the visual arts. The poster is marked Henri Mouron, first edition 1984, original printing, emphasizing its authenticity and collectible nature. Artwork dimensions with frame: 36.50"L x 48.50"H x 1.50"W. Artwork can be unframed and rolled for shipment.Artist: A.M. Cassandre (French, 1901-1968)Issued: 1984Dimensions: See DescriptionCountry of Origin: FranceCondition: Age related wear.

World.- Lamb (Harold) The March of the Barbarians, first American edition, a few spots or surface stains, original cloth, spine ends and corners a little frayed, very light rubbing, edges uncut, New York, Literary Guild of America, 1940; and c.35 others, World, 8vo & 4to (c.35) 

Folio Society.- Shakespeare (William) The Complete Plays, 3 vol., copy "L" of 25 lettered copies hors de commerce and signed by the artist, from an edition limited to 1025, illustrations by Neil Packer, original decorative cloth, housed in original decorative cloth slip-case, folio, Folio Society, 2023. *** Published to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the publication of the First Folio in 1623. 

Lovell (Robert) & Robert Southey. Poems: Containing the Retrospect, Odes, Elegies, Sonnets, &c, first edition, bookseller's label to rear pastedown, occasional spotting or light finger-soiling, 19th century green half morocco, rubbed, 8vo, Bath, R. Cruttwell, and sold by C. Dilly, 1795. *** Southey's first volume of poetry, preceded only by his contributions to The Fall of Robespierre, issued by Coleridge in 1794. It also includes the second appearance in print of Samuel Taylor Coleridge, whose The Faded Flower appears on p.68, under Southey's pseudonym "Bion".

Guillermus, Parisiensis Postilla Guillermi super epistolas et evangelia, 3 parts in 1, general title (printed in red and black) and that to third part with repeated large woodcut illustration, title to second part within ornate woodcut decorative border with putti at head, and 118 woodcut illustrations (a few partially hand-coloured), all by Urs Graf, text omitted by printer on 25v, 26r, 27v, and 28r, some of text supplied in an early hand in case of 25v and 26r, occasional early ink marginalia (sometimes relatively extensive), and initial-strokes and underlining in red, small hole to general title with loss of a few letters recto and a few words verso, water-stained, some worming, the odd short tear, occasional spotting or light staining, lightly browned, ornately blind-stamped pigskin over wooden boards, metal clasps, spine in compartments, piece from head of spine, foot of spine bumped, corners worn, wormholes, faded and rubbed, [Adams G1599; VD16 E 4385], 8vo, [Basel], [Adam Petri], [31 July, 1513]. *** The first Petri edition of these sermons by William of Paris (1437-1485). The Hebrew types in the margins of 56v & 57r are the first cast in Basel. Provenance: 'Claudio a Willario, 1575' (ink inscriptions to front pastedown, including motto 'Omnia cum tempore' and initials, the latter repeated at foot of title); 'F. Ludovicus a Willario', 1573 (ink inscription to rear pastedown). 

Pyrenees.- Hardy (J[oseph]) A Picturesque and Descriptive Tour in the Mountains of the High Pyrenees, first edition, engraved frontispiece map (foxed), 24 mounted hand-coloured aquatint plates, a few ff. light offsetting and toning, a few surface marks, some browning to endpapers, original green cloth, chipping with loss to backstrip, paper label on spine, some discolouration to spine and covers, upper joint split but holding, contemporary ink ownership to upper cover outer corner, joints worn to extremities, edges uncut, [Abbey, Travel 210; Tooley 245], 8vo, 1825.

Churchill (Sir Winston Spencer) The Second World War, 6 vol. first edition, maps and illustrations, glue stains to vol. 1 first few ff., a few spots or surface stains, vol. 1 very lightly foxed and spotting to fore-edge, original cloth, dust-jackets, spines browned, a few short tears to spine ends and edges, a few with loss to head of spines, 1 price clipped, a little rubbed, vol. 1 dustjacket a little worn, 1948-54 § Boswell (James) The Life of Samuel Johnson, 2 vol., newly edited by Roger Ingpen, plates and illustrations, occasional light toning to margins, original cloth with gilt portrait to upper covers, spines a little faded, light bumping to spine ends and corners, a few small stains to vol. 2 upper cover, 1925; and others (14)

Cruikshank (George) The Bachelor's own Book, being The Progress of Mr Lambkin, first edition, second issue, with 'persuit' corrected but 'amusememt' uncorrected on etched hand-coloured title-page, twenty-four hand-coloured etchings on twelve plates, a few repairs, 1 or 2 affecting illustrations, a little trimmed sometimes affecting plate number at head, some foxing and surface soiling, bookplate, hinges cracked but holding firm, contemporary half morocco, splitting to lower joint, rubbing to extremities, oblong 8vo, 1844.

America.- Washington (Booker T.) The Story of the Negro, 2 vol., first edition, vol. 1 frontispiece, cracking to vol. 1 hinge, pages coming loose, title detached, vol. 2 lower cover detached from pages, original cloth, spine ends worn, New York, 1909 § Gillies (John) Memoirs of the Life of the Reverend George Whitefield, engraved portrait frontispiece, list of subscribers, spotting and browning, some staining, contemporary calf, worn, New York, Hodge and Shober, 1774; and 50 others, Americana, 18th-20th century, v.s. (53)

Collection of Poems (A) ... by Several Hands, 6 vol., half-titles, vignette title, engraved illustrations, one engraved musical score, previous owner's ink signature, scattered faint spotting, contemporary calf, a little rubbed, slight bumping to corners and extremities, for J. Dodsley, 1775 § Trollope (Francis) The Widow Barnaby, first edition, 3 vol., occasional spotting, bookplate of John Buxton Philips, near contemporary calf, slight rubbing to corners and extremities. 1839 § The Beauties of the English Drama ..., 4 vol., half-titles, occasional light spotting, faint staining to vol. 4, bookplates of J. M. Elton and Robert J. Hayhurst, contemporary calf, a little rubbed, 1777 § Barrett Browning (Elizabeth) Poems, 3 vol., presentation inscription from John Duke Coleridge to his sister Mary Frances Keble Coleridge, light spotting at beginning and end, near contemporary green calf, lightly sunned spines, a little rubbed, 1862; and others literature, 8vo & 12mo (61)

Switzerland.- Spon (Isaac) The History of the City and State of Geneva, first edition in English, additional engraved title, 4 engraved plates (2 folding), illustrations, woodcut initials and headpieces, small worming to bottom edge (not affecting text), previous owner's ink signature, contemporary calf, rubbed, bumping to corners and extremities, folio, for Bernard White, 1687.

Swinburne (Algernon Charles) Poems and Ballads, first edition, second issue (with textual errors of first issue corrected), 8pp. reviews at end, occasional spotting, lightly browned, green marbled endpapers, inner gilt dentelles, modern dark green crushed morocco, by Vermorel, spine in compartments and titled in gilt, spine and edges of covers faded to brown, t.e.g., [Wise p.26], 8vo, Edward Moxon & Co., Dover Street, 1866.

Artillery.- Muller (John) A Treatise of Artillery, first edition, engraved frontispiece and 28 folding plates, some edges a little frayed, 1p. advertisement at end, ink signature of Thomas Flight at head of title, slightly browned, contemporary calf, rubbed, joint ends splitting but holding firm, 8vo, for John Millan, [1757]; and another, De Puysegur, Art de la Guerre, Paris, 1748, folio (2).

China.- Nieuhoff (Jan) An Embassy from the East-India Company of the United Provinces, to the Grand Tartar Cham Emperour of China..., translated by John Ogilby, 3 parts in 1 vol., first English edition, title in red & black, lacking additional engraved title and portrait, with engraved double-page map, double-page plan and 17 plates (one with 2 images), 121 engraved illustrations in text, engraved initials & head-pieces, with blank 2P2 but lacking blank e2 and final blank, one illustration printed upside down, some light soiling or browning, a few stains, title creased, M1, R1, Z1, 2K1, L2 and a couple of plates torn affecting text or images but no loss (some with old repairs), several other minor tears or defects (some repaired), engraved bookplate of F.Fortescue Turvile, later half calf, a little worn, joints split, [Cordier BS 2347-8; Landwehr VOC 543; Löwendahl 140; Lust 535; Wing N1152], folio, by John Macock for the author, 1669; sold not subject to return*** Important account of the Dutch East India company's official visit to the Emperor Chun Chi in Peking in an attempt to persuade him to open up the Chinese ports to Dutch trade. First published in Dutch in 1655, the illustrations show town views, costumes and natural history subjects and provided the European readership with significant and reliable information about the Chinese empire.

Cruikshank (I. R.).- [Hempel (Charles William)] The Commercial Tourist; or, Gentleman Traveller, second edition, first illustrated edition, frontispiece and 4 plates by Isaac Cruikshank, all hand-coloured aquatints, tissue-guards, a few marginal repairs and surface marks, printing flaw causing some ink marking to a few leaves, contemporary calf, rebacked preserving original backstrip, corners worn, a little rubbed, t.e.g., others uncut, [Abbey, Life 305; Tooley 259], 8vo, 1822.

Maritime.- De Grasse (Comte F.J.P., Marquis de Grasse-Tilly) Memoire du Comte de Grasse, sur le Combat Naval du 12 Avril, 1782, first edition, half-title and drop-head title, 8 folding engraved battle plans, later black morocco-backed marbled boards, [Sabin 28333], 4to, Paris, [Privately Printed], [c.1782 or 1783].*** A fine copy of this rare privately printed apologia which describes the Battle of the Saints, the last sea battle of the American War of Independence, and named after the small group of islets between Dominica and Guadeloupe. In March of the previous year de Grasse had outmanoeuvred Graves off Chesapeake to prevent the relief of Yorktown. But in the Battle of the Saints (12 April 1782) de Grasse and his fleet (including Louis-Antoine de Bougainville in l'Auguste) were thrown into confusion when Rodney (with a rear division under Hood) broke through the enemy line of battle in an unconventional tactic for the day. De Grasse managed to return to France, to find himself heavily criticised for the disaster. In this account he produces evidence, including the finely detailed battle plans, to be laid before the Council of War exonerating himself and laying the blame on others. It was distributed to those thought interested in his defence, which was ultimately successful, the Council acquitting him with honour. 

[Villette (Charles Louis de)] Essay on the Happiness of the Life to Come, [translated by Miss Hunt], first English edition, J.R. Abbey's copy with his red morocco gilt label on front pastedown, lacks half-title, bound in contemporary calf with ornate gilt floral borders, joints splitting, gilt spine, by George Portbury Exeter bookbinder, Bath, Printed by R. Cruttwell, Sold T. Cadell and C. Dilly, 1793; Churchill (Sir Winston Spencer) The History of the English Speaking Peoples, 4 vol., all but vol. II first editions, original cloth, dust-jackets, 1956-58; and c. 18 others, English Literature, v.s., v.d., (c. 18).