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After Jacques-Henri Lartigue, c.1975, a collection of fifteen silver print photographs printed for the Beaux-Arts Exhibition, depicting Suzanne Lenglen training in Nice, a car invented by Léon Bollée on the Bois de Boulogne, a photograph of Lartigue's mother and his brother, Maurice 'Zissou' Lartigue, in a 22 HP Peugeot, and various scenes from early 20th-century French life, inscribed verso,largest 6.5 x 9.5cm (15)Condition ReportThe paper has curved at the edges commensurate with use. Some images have been annotated with a paper cut out and taped to the front side of the photographs, the glue from the tape has degraded over time and caused significant yellowing in these areas. Some examples have had their borders trimmed. The measurements for the largest image including border is 10cm x 12.5cm. We believe these are copy photographs, not from original negatives, printed in the 1970's

A Swedish silver spoon, c.1600, partially gilt, the cast finial formed of four fleur-de-lys, above a twisted and cast stem, over a pear-shaped bowl inscribed 'S',11.5cm long, 36g

A 1968 Paris student riots poster, a screenprint poster, printed at the École des Beaux-Arts during the May 1968 Paris student riots, the text reads 'CRS SS', possibly a reference to the CRS riot police at the time and comparing them to Nazi Germany's notorious Schutzstaffel or 'SS',55 x 43cmThere is an excellent book on the 1968 Paris uprising and the posters produced at the time titled 'Beauty is in the Street: A Visual Record of the May ’68 Paris Uprising', edited by Johan Kugelberg and Philippe Vermès.Condition ReportWith a large to the bottom right side over the 'S'.

John Ruskin (1819-1900), a group of five signed letters, comprising:a letter address to 'Rev R. Brown Borthwick', thanking the recipient for his letter and a drawing 'but it has not yet come; and I leave home tomorrow for about ten days', complete with envelope,a letter addressed to Clifton Ward, discussing geological matters,a letter to Rev F Murray, stating he would 'be most happy to see the carpenter whose name - Mullender! I am not quite sure of - and I don't exactly know where Southfleet is',a letter addressed to Mr Th S. Roberts, appearing to apologise for being 'too nervous and sad to take my lesson today', referring to himself as 'your dull pupil - and that I may be able to give better account of myself on Tuesday', anda letter to Mr Adams, discussing 'Allen's (unfinished) diagram - not of Rouen but of Abbeville, (the Rouen has been mislaid somehow)', signed 'JR', one letter stuck over the other (5)

John Ruskin (1819-1900), a collection of twelve signed letters, comprising1) a letter addressed to 'Boyce', stating he had 'written to Rosetti' for his address,2) a letter addressed to 'My dear Sir' responding to a gentleman 'enquiring for a Turner autograph',3) a letter addressed to 'Mr Hall' (S.C. Hall, Esq.), worrying that he 'caused Miss Virtue some trouble by not presenting the enclosed cheque' and he sees 'the Palestine exploration people are in want of funds, perhaps Miss Virtue will be kind enough to write a new cheque for them',4) a letter addressed to 'Calverly Hotel, Tunbridge Wells', stating he enjoyed the poems he had received which 'must be the case with every faithful lover of Derwent water - which in spite of a rather - in full consistence with - a more recent devotion to the Alps, I still claim to be - as one loves one's nurse faithfully',5) a letter addressed to 'Mr Mackay' (Charles Mackay Esq.), apologising for a delay in response and wishing to chat to him on his return to England,6) a letter addressed to 'Mr Smith', discussing plates 'just published, - plate 4. 12 guineas. I think this an exorbitant price - I wish you would ask one or two lithographers here what they would estimate it at',7) another to S C Whitworth Esq., thanking him 'for the gift of your book, with every word of which I concur', complete with its envelope,8) a letter address to 'My dear Madam', thanking the recipient for the book and commenting 'the Flaxmann designs become very interesting in this direct association with the text',9) a letter addressed to 'Dear Mrs Barnard', stating 'You needn't come to Oxford, but you must write out the Charter, and sign it & send it to me',10) a letter to Alexander Edmonston Esq., explaining he 'wanted the second part of Sir Charles Grandison - and on sending the first to the library from which I saw it had been purloined, it was claimed as private property - I must therefore refer again to you - and I send back the Blackwood too',11) a letter to Benjamin Vincent Esq., stating his 'letters are all in arrears - I suppose I can be of no service now about the abstract - If it is not printed yet - just put - Can Grande della Scala for Castruccio Castracani',12) a letter addressed to 'My dear Sir', explaining he is 'now done with Walker and Burnet'... 'but I want to see the other three parts of Burnet's work, if I can.', later wanting 'to know the price of 'Collection of Ancient Fragments', by J. P. Cary, 1832', anda further signed letter by J Rosa Barnard,addressed to 'Dear Madame, stating she has received one of her 'mother's letters from John Ruskin which I enclose. It seemed a pity to cut the signature so I send you all of it & am glad for you to have & keep it. Believe me' (13)

John Ruskin (1819-1900), a group of fourteen signed letters, recipients to include Dr Attwell, Mr Learoyd, Butler, Miss Miller, Woodd, Dixon, Mr Stowe, with subjects to include discussing agates, pearls, and Christmas, together with six envelopes addressed to Samuel Learoyd, and an envelope addressed to Mrs S H Holder (qty.)For a comprehensive transcription, please see the condition report.Condition ReportTranscription of letters:'Brantwood, Coniston, LancashireDear Dr AttwellI was so much interested in looking out those stones for you that I’m ready to lend you another lot directly – if you’ve room and care for them. I hope the new lot sent you yesterday are better than those sent to Whiteland’s – but these others won’t be lost, there either.That’s so interesting and so right – about the moral of monsters – but I hav’nt''Brantwood, Coniston, Lancashire. AmblesideDear Mr LearoydPlease let the agates be sent here, and with thanks for your care and best Christmas wishes believe me your faithful servant John Ruskin Samuel Learoyd Esq.''Brantwood, Coniston, Lancashire.28th April 83My dear SirI am so ashamed of myself for not having answered your kind letters of question about showing the agates – but I have been thinking of several things about them. It seems to me that with your good help, they might be arranged for a loan collection, belonging to the Sheffield Museum, and – when long enough at one place taken to another.You will at once see at looking over them that all have separate phenomena. Several are ,(in my experience unique) and all are chosen for things which need notice in each specimen ‐ If you will at present number and shortly describe each – and show just as you think best. I would afterwards consult with you on what more might be said, with secure basis of science, of the possible mode of production of each – and print the catalogue so settled.This cannot be till after our Oxford work is done – but for the present exhibition please take all authority. I think my stones usually look best on white silk or deep red or purple velvet – in which when the collection is finally arranged you might have niched places for each stone Ever most truly Yours J Ruskin''Brantwood, Coniston, Lancashire.27th Dec. 84Dear Mr. LearoydNo. I could not take up pearls. – they are a result of disease. And would never interest me, but I should like to see an exhaustive book on them – Silica is more than ever I shall manage, ‐ but please tell me of any points of new interest that occur to you in it at any time Ever faithfully yours J Ruskin''Brantwood, Coniston, Lancashire.3rd MayDear Butler,I’m quite delighted with all the small silvers ‐ and all the besicas – and the rest are very nice I return a pound’s worth of what I don’t want – see accounts and enclose cheque for £5 with hearty thanks. The 15/‐ chlorite is superb – quite worth £1 to me – the largest indescent Madagascar, the best I ever saw.I’m not well, stomach out of sorts – or that metal‐book would have been done by this time – I Don’t know what you could have got out of my talk – you said you should like to know things – And I said – so should I! I think that was about all. But I’ll write and print the catalogue of collections for you directly. Ever affectionately yours JR''Brantwood, Coniston, Lancashire.17th April 83My dear SirI will look out the stones directly – but your own arrangement will be entirely satisfactory to me – it will be a delight to think of your seeing them. – I will wait on Col. R; the moment I’m in town againEver faithfully yoursJ Ruskin''Brantwood, Coniston, Lancashire18th May 86My dear SirI accept your Companionship very gladly, having at last given up the idea of the Guild’s being a monied power; and contenting myself with making it a bond and an influence for assured good.Do not hasten to leave your position under Dr. Gore. You could not be in a more useful one that of a practical experimental philosopher – as you grow in years – holding yet the faith you have now signed Ever faithfully yours John Ruskin''Brantwood, Coniston, Lancashire. Christmas 86My dear SirI find nothing so uselessly wasteful of my time as lending either drawings or minerals, and have vowed to trouble myself no more, in that kind – but if I would – assuredly not for Manchester. Even at Xmas time I forgive them not their Thirlmere theft. Ever faithfully yours John Ruskin''Herne Hill, S.E. London20th June 77Dear Miss Miller,I have been twenty times of the edge – never yet well over the edge –of answering your mostvaluable letters – but you will see in next days I have not forgotten them.Is Eastover House an established and permanent school – and would its trustees like me to lend Some agates and other stones for her pupils to play with and think of? Ever gratefully Yours J. Ruskin''Brantwood, Coniston, Lancashire.12th Feb. 85Dear Woodd,Many thanks. The Phots are beautiful. I had taken good ones myself, of course; but these beat them considerably. I’ve ordered a report of St. George to be sent to you. I shall expect a grand subscription to my Museum. Ever affectionately yours J Ruskin Charles H. Woodd, Esq.''I have not read the slips yet they seem most interesting.Venice, 6th MayDear DixonI have been terribly neglectful of you. I was very glad to see your hand today, but what to know how you are.I must really organize this St. George’s company by drawing up some legal documents myself which the Companions shall sign. I am sick of the lawyers’ delays and the Trustees are shy of acting for want of clearly knowing to whom they are responsible.‐ So you will have to declare that you they have no business with the matter – but that you only hold the Master responsible for the management. Ever affectionately yours J Ruskin' 'Denmark Hill23rd AprilMy dear Mr StoweI’ve had this returned letter by me ever so long and always forgotten to ask you to forward it – and now I’m leaving town – but I shall be back D.V. early in the summer – and most happy then to see your friend. Yours very truly J Ruskin''Denmark Hill, CamberwellMonday 1st OctoberMy dear SirI could not earlier reply to your letter – having left several days of this week open to choice to different friends whom I wanted to see – having only just come home from Switzerland – I have no forenoon time open just now – could you & Mr. Gregory favour me by coming some evening? Friday or Saturday? If not I shall have forenoon time next week. Truly yours, J Ruskin It is a long way for you to come – if Mr Gregory could be at Queen Sq. on Saturday, or Friday at one o’clock, I would come there.''Denmark Hill, S.7th Oct.My dear Sir.In this fine weather I am out all day my business goes to the dogs. I am heartily obliged to you for your letters and for the kindness of sending me an account of Mr. Stevenson – Forgive me, as well as him, the trouble we have caused you and believe me yours faithfully and obliged J Ruskin'

A delightful assemblage of five hand-painted German porcelain cherubs, comprising three music-themed angels by Volkstedt and two fruit-and-flower-bearing putti by Sitzendorf. Each figure is rendered in fine porcelain with delicate modeling and vibrant polychrome enamels, showcasing the playful spirit and craftsmanship of early 20th-century Thuringian porcelain production. The Volkstedt angels are presented in seated and kneeling positions, each playing a different gilded instrument: harp, trombone, and French horn. Their expressive faces, feathered wings, and musical poses highlight the factory's legacy of Rococo-inspired design. Underside markings include the blue crowned 'RW' insignia for Aelteste Volkstedter Porzellanmanufaktur. The two remaining cherubs, attributed to Sitzendorf, are similarly adorned with gilt-tipped wings and hold abundant baskets of fruits and flowers. Their joyful features and romantic styling evoke classical allegories of abundance and celebration. These are marked beneath with the blue crown over 'S' hallmark used by the Sitzendorf factory. A charming ensemble of high-quality German figural porcelain, ideal for collectors of angelic miniatures and continental decorative arts. Largest piece 4"H. Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: See DescriptionCountry of Origin: GermanyCondition: Age related wear.

A limited edition Royal Doulton porcelain figurine titled Benmore, model HN2909, from the Ships Figureheads collection. Designed by S. Keenan and issued in 1986, this hand-painted sculpture is based on the figurehead from the full-rigged ship Benmore, launched in 1924. The piece depicts a female figure clad in a patriotic costume styled as the American flag, complete with golden accents and stylized waves. Mounted on a faux wood display base with "Benmore" nameplate. The underside bears the Royal Doulton mark and is hand-numbered No. 10 in a limited edition of 950.Artist: S. KeenanIssued: 1980Dimensions: 9.25"HEdition Number: 10 of 950Country of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.

Albin Camillo Müller (German, 1871-1941), a cast bronze Secessionist mantel clock, c.1905-10, with a brass and enamelled dial with Roman numerals, striking the half hours on a gong, the case of arched form with cast panels, the supports terminating on 'claws' on the chamfered plinth, the pendulum enamelled with a bird, the underside with a cast medallion and inscribed in the cast '1415', 26.5cm wide 18cm deep55.5cm highFor a similar clock, see the Museum Künstlerkolonie in Darmstadt. Albin Camillo Müller was a German architect and designer active in Darmstadt. In 1906, he was appointed to the Darmstadt Artists' Colony, where he became the lead architect after Joseph Maria Olbrich's death. In 1907, he was appointed a professor, and from 1907 to 1911, he taught Applied Arts. In 1918, along with Kasimir Edschmid, Albin Müller was appointed the President of the newly created Art Council in Darmstadt.Condition ReportWear, rubbing and scuffing to the case. Screw heads worn.

Hine Triomphe Tres Vieille Grande Champagne cognac, 70cl, 40%, with box; Whyte & Mackays blended whisky, 21 years old, 75cl, 70 proof flagon from the 1970’s, some ullage, in stained box (2)

A set of 5 early 19th century prints depicting Regency period ladies fashions, from the Ladies Pocket Magazine, mainly dated to the 1830's, some with hand coloured details, each 22cm x 14cm and a large qty of assorted French architectural prints, Construction Moderne, 19th century, each 35cm x 27cm [qty]

Buckmenz (20th century) - a mid-century oil on canvas depicting a female in bathing costume, likely 1960's, unframed, 41cm x 31cm

A 1930's Roneo six drawer set of filing drawers, green painted with pin striping and brass cup handles, marked to reverse and dated 1935, 52cm x 36cm x 41cm

A Clarice Cliff ‘Blue Chintz’ pattern octagonal plate, circa early 1930’s, decorated with stylised water lily leaves and buds in blues, green and pink, Bizarre mark verso, 19cm wide

[5.05g, S] - 9ct gold signet ring with white agate style stone, marked for Chester 1911

A Tiffany & Co glass single candlestick designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, various marks to base, 1980's, 10cm tall

Lladro figures - 05283 Socialite of the 20's, 35cm tall, with box

Nine assorted Royal Copenhagen blue and white porcelain Christmas plates, 1950's-1970's, each 18cm [9]

2 large watercolours of Dartmoor, Devonshire, signed K. S. Tadd, and a map of Devon parishes, all in glazed frames, largest 77cm x 62cm [3]

A large qty of assorted aviation related ephemera to include many pieces related to the Farnborough Air Show from the 1980's, to include stickers, photographs etc

Art Deco Whitehall Hammond mantel clock with synchronous electric movement, housed in a striking green and black onyx octagonal case. The clock face is framed in brass and features stylized numerals with ornate hands. Flanking the case are two seated Harlequin figures attributed to J.B. Hirsch, crafted from French Bronze spelter with celluloid faces and hands. These sculptural accents are mounted on cylindrical onyx plinths, and the entire composition rests on a coordinating green onyx platform with metal feet. The combination of geometric form, luxurious materials, and theatrical figures epitomizes Art Deco elegance and early 20th-century American design.Dimensions: 16"L x 10.5"HCondition: Age related wear. One of the figure’s face has been reattached and sits slightly out of its original alignment. Clock has not been tested.

This two-piece Royal Doulton character jug lot includes General Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson D7294 from the Antagonists Collection, marked No 028 of a limited edition of 100, featuring a Confederate flag-shaped handle and detailed period uniform. Accompanying it is the Civil War-themed double-sided character jug depicting Generals Ulysses S. Grant and Robert E. Lee, numbered 4146 of 9500, showcasing both leaders in uniform with a divided rope motif and American flag. Both jugs are hand-painted, with backstamps identifying them as Royal Doulton limited editions. Largest piece measures 7"H. Issued: 20th century Dimensions: See DescriptionCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.

Up for auction is a stunning 14-piece Mauviel France Copper Cookware Set, a premier example of fine French craftsmanship. This beautifully curated assortment includes a mix of saucepans, saute pans, lids, a large jam bowl, and a vintage-style teapot, all made from heavy-gauge copper with traditional French styling and utility. Each piece is stamped Mauviel France - a hallmark of quality in both professional and home kitchens. Whether you're a gourmet cook, copperware collector, or interior design enthusiast, this set delivers timeless performance and presentation. Set Includes (14 Pieces Total): Large copper saute pan with stainless-lined interior + lid; Medium copper saucepan + lid; Wide straight-sided saucepan + lid; Small saucepan + lid; Butter/milk pan + lid; Smaller copper saucepan with brass handle + lid; Large copper mixing/jam bowl with brass hanging ring; Copper tea kettle with brass handle and black wood grip; and Iron S-hooks and 2 hanging rings. Largest piece 19"L. Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: See DescriptionCountry of Origin: FranceCondition: Age related wear.

A George V silver and tortoiseshell pique trinket box by E S Barnsley & Co. Birmingham 1913, tortoiseshell hinged lid with silver inlay, supported on four feet, height 4.6cm, gross weight 160g.

Two matched pairs of silver salt & pepper grinders. Including one by John Bull Ltd, London 1992 and C S R Ltd, London 1978; another grinder stamped 'STERLING', G.M.T. CO., and another stamped 'STERLING', MADE ITALY. Gross weight 583.90g.

A good collection of 25 silver and enamel thimbles. Including a Jones Sewing Machines advertising, two for Colman's Mustard, maker JS&S Birmingham 1995, Royal commemorative, etc.

A selection of seven silver applied photograph frames. Including one small circular frame, Birmingham 1909, by W I Broadway & Co, 7cm in diameter; a pair of small rectangular frames, London 1988, by S S, 8.5cm x 7cm; one small rectangular frame, Birmingham 1919, by Green & Cadbury Ltd, 11.9cm x 8.3cm; a wooden with applied silver frame, unmarked, 17cm x 12.5cm; a plain rectangular frame, 19.7cm x 14.6cm; and another rectangular shaped frame, unmarked, 18.2cm x 14.4cm.

A selection of silver items. To include a small pedestal sugar caster by Holland, Aldwinckle & Slater, London 1903, height 13cm; a pair of balaster pepper casters by Richard Richardson, Sheffield 1919, height 7.5cm; a hinge lidded mustard pot by S Blanckensee & Son, with blue glass liner, Birmingham 1936, height 5cm, and a silver mustard spoon, total weight of silver 7.10 oz (5).

A George V silver baluster coffee pot by S Blanckensee & Son Ltd. With gadrooned decoration and bakelite handle, Birmingham 1929, height 23.5cm, 12.27 oz.

A modern silver three-piece cruet set by S J Rose & Son. Of oval facetted form, London 1956; together with a Victorian provincial silver mustard spoon by Reid & Sons, Newcastle 1880. Total weight 4.73 oz.

9ct Rose gold wedding band ring. 5.16grams. Ring size S.

Adam. James. Burns's "Chloris". A Reminiscence. Large paper copy of limited edition of 275; The Songs of Rober Burns, T.N. Foulis,, 1913; Songs and Poems of Robert Burns with Illustrations by Monroe S. Orr, T.N. Foulis, 1930; and 4 others.

1920's Art Deco 18ct yellow gold, diamond and ruby stone ring. Three round cut centre diamonds, diamond shaped outer form holder round cut diamonds and Emerald cut Rubies. Mark 18K. 2.71Grams. Approx. 0.75ct diamonds. Ring size O.

Box containing Nine WW2 Soviet Russian Tank badges. C1980's.

Selection of carded German 1930-1950's porcelain figure badges.

1920's Egyptian Revival bead and coral necklace and matching earrings.

A 19th century leather hat box, stencilled R S O, 38 cm wide

A silver gilt and enamel ring - modelled with an articulated chicken, size S, 6.8g.

British Stamp Booklets - mostly 1980's/1990's booklets, including many Prestige booklets. Face value approx. £300.

Corgi Rallying with Ford set - boxed, comprising three vehicles, together with another boxed set, two Ford Zephyr Racing sets, Police Cars of the 60's, a limited edition Rally Car set.

British First Day Covers - a large collection of 1980's/1990's British First Day Covers housed in seven Royal Mail Special Albums - a good clean lot.

British Presentation Packs - a large collection of 1980's/1990's presentation packs housed in six Royal Mail Special Albums with a face value of approx. £350.

A 9ct gold greenstone ring - size S/T, weight 3.2g.

A QVC 9ct gold ruby and diamond three row dress ring, S, 3.2g

An 18ct gold single cut diamond dress ring, S, 2.4g

A 9ct gold signet ring, with initials to the front, S, 1.8g

A 9ct gold green tourmaline and diamond dress ring with diamond set shoulders, S, 3.8g

A QVC 9ct gold red and white gemstone cluster ring, S, 2.8g

A 14K rose gold green gemstone full eternity ring, S, possibly green sapphire, 4g

A 9ct gold tanzanite and diamond dress ring with sapphire set shoulders, S, 2.6g

A 19th century map of Dorset, printed by C S Smith, London, 45 x 50 cm

Large collection of vinyl LP's - Hits of The 60's, Power Hits and Mersey Hits etc

Suitcase containing vinyl LP's and box of vinyl box sets including The Cliff Richards Story and Superstars of The 60's and 70's

Two original watercolour pictures of Whitehaven Harbour signed S Miller

Coin collection including commemorative crowns, £5 coins, 50 pences, £2's, £1's, shillings, pennies etc

Large collection of loose stamps, first day covers, Philatelic Bulletin magazines from 1970's and 80's and large quantity of packs of unused Royal Mail first and second class stamps

JOHN WAYNE - John Wayne Autographed Photo - A photograph autographed by John Wayne. Famed for his roles in Westerns, Wayne was perhaps best known for his portrayal of Rooster Cogburn in 1969's True Grit, for which he won an Oscar and a Golden Globe. He was also given a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1960.The black-and-white image is taken from Wayne's 1972 LIFE magazine cover, and depicts Wayne dressed in a cowboy costume, holding a shotgun. The autograph reads "Bert - Good Luck, John Wayne 1974". Dimensions: 25.5 cm x 20.5 cm (10" x 8")The autographs in this lot have been professionally authenticated by expert Garry King; see notice in the Buyer's Guide.VAT Status: † Δ

PINOCCHIO (1940) - Framed Pinocchio and Jiminy Cricket Original Production Cel on Courvoisier Background - An original production cel setup from Pinocchio (1940), Disney’s second animated feature and a landmark in the evolution of character animation and visual storytelling. This piece captures the heart of the film, with Pinocchio receiving earnest advice from Jiminy Cricket, his soon-to-be-official conscience.Both characters have been hand-inked (note the delicate coloured ink lines and surface renderings) and hand-painted on trimmed celluloid, then expertly set against a Courvoisier airbrushed background, complete with hand-applied shadowing to ground the characters in their environment. This custom background presentation was a hallmark of Courvoisier Galleries, Disney’s appointed art distributor in the 1930s–40s, and remains one of the most sought-after formats for Golden Age production art.The scene is particularly charming, the full-figure characters with large scale, expressive poses, and strong interaction, emblematic of Disney’s early narrative brilliance. Cels of this calibre, particularly from Pinocchio, are increasingly scarce.Presented in a substantial, timeless frame with Courvoisier’s original descriptive label preserved on the reverse, this is a standout example of Disney’s early efforts to present animation as fine art. Its survival offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of cinematic history, capturing the enduring charm of Pinocchio and Jiminy Cricket in a scene that continues to resonate with audiences. Dimensions (framed): 38.25 cm x 40.5 cm x 4 cm (15" x 16" x 1.5")Sold without copyright; see notice in the Buyer's Guide.VAT Status: M

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (1991) - Lumiere, Cogsworth, Mrs. Potts, Chip and Sultan Hand-Painted Cel Setup and Production Background - A hand-painted cel setup featuring the beloved enchanted objects Lumiere, Cogsworth, Mrs. Potts, Chip, and Sultan, the footstool from Walt Disney's animated film Beauty and the Beast, placed over the actual screen-used production background.Although Beauty and the Beast was the first Disney feature to use CAPS (Computer Animation Production System) for final colouring, thereby eliminating the traditional cel painting from the production process, Disney recognised collectors' interest in physical artwork as they have done since the 1930's with supplying the Courvoisier galleries.For the 1992 Sotheby's The Art of Beauty and the Beast auction, 249 unique setups were created, using hand-inked and painted cels based on original animation drawings, carefully matched to actual production backgrounds used in the film. The result: a hybrid of artistry and authenticity, offering collectors the closest experience to owning a piece of the finished film. This lot was part of the Sotheby's auction. This piece is a true collector's piece. Rare, character-rich, and directly tied to the making of an Oscar-winning classic.This scene captures a moment of comic tension and curiosity as Lumiere, Cogsworth, Mrs. Potts, Chip, and the faithful footstool Sultan peer in horror and amazement. The background here is a masterclass in layout and lighting, with rich burgundy tones, gilded mouldings, and elegant architectural perspective rendered in gouache. The cel characters pop with warmth and vitality, and their lighting effects are carefully considered to match the background's highlights and shadow. A Walt Disney Productions stamp is present on the back of the piece and the lot is accompanied by a The Art of Beauty and the Beast certificate of authenticity. Dimensions: 32 cm x 43.25 cm (12.5" x 17")Sold without copyright; see copyright notice in the Buyer's Guide.VAT Status: M

LES ADVENTURES DE TINTIN (TV SERIES, 1959-1964) - Tintin and Snowy Original Hand-Painted Original Production Cel and Background Setup - This rare hand-inked and hand-painted original production cel setup from the episode Destination Moon (Objectif Lune), part of the 1959 TV serial Hergé's Adventures of Tintin. The series was produced by legendary Belgian production house Belvision Studios in collaboration with Larry Harmon Pictures. In 1957, Belvision began adapting Hergé's iconic Tintin comics into animation, producing eight of the Adventures as short-format television episodes. Destination Moon marked a standout two-part episode in the second animated series, directed by Ray Goossens and scripted by the renowned cartoonist Greg, who would go on to become editor-in-chief of Tintin magazine.The significance of these animated adaptations cannot be overstated. They were among the first efforts to bring Hergé's beloved characters to the screen, introducing Tintin, Snowy, Captain Haddock, and the rest of the cast to an entirely new audience. For many fans, these early adaptations hold a nostalgic place alongside the classic comic albums, bridging the gap between print and screen with a distinctive mid-century European animation style.This appealing scene features Tintin in his distinctive orange spacesuit alongside his faithful companion Snowy. The cels are paired with a hand-painted background used in the production that beautifully evokes the stylised sci-fi setting of the story.Its scarcity makes original production artwork from Hergé's Adventures of Tintin especially coveted. Few cels survived from this period, as animation art was typically discarded or destroyed after use and only served a functional role. Pieces like this, especially with both Tintin and Snowy, are rarely seen, making them highly desirable to animation, European comics, and pop culture history collectors alike.This setup is not just a charming scene; it's a piece of animation and Tintin history, capturing the bold spirit of one of the most influential comic series ever created. Dimensions (mounted): 33 x 38 cm (13†x 15")Sold without copyright; see notice in the Buyer's Guide.VAT Status: M