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Late 18th century School  Portrait miniature on ivory, depicting a gentleman, three-quarter length, wearing his hair en queue, with a lace stock, purple-blue waistcoat and jacket, within an oval hinged red velvet-lined case and glazed frame, inscribed verso 'Walter - killed on hunting field (in Mrs. Moss's country)' (detached from case) approx. 4cm high. Ivory exemption reference: 5M76BNKL.

English School, late 18th/early 19th century Portrait miniature on ivory, of a lady in profile to the right, wearing a plumed hat, white ruff, pale pink dress and blue shawl, labelled verso 'E.A. (de Beaufort) St. Lawrence, Wife of The Hon. Thomas St. Lawrence, Bishop of Cork', 7.6cm x 5.8cm. Ivory exemption reference: LX1BPX5Z. Condition Report Appears to be some surface scratches around bust and back of shoulder. No obvious chips or cracks. Does not appear to be warped. Some accretions on underside of glass. Frame in good condition. General wear and tear.

Nine pieces of assorted miniature doll's house furniture, including a stoneware jug and mug, a pair of brass candlesticks, a French porcelain green glazed wheelbarrow, a basket of fruit, a porcelain vase, height 4.5cm, a three handled bowl, diameter 4.5cm, and a small 1920s portrait miniature on card, portrait of a lady, by F.C Evans, 4.8 x 3.7cm, framed and glazed (10).

UNATTRIBUTED; a modern oval portrait miniature, still life of flowers, 11 x 8cm, in elaborate gilt metal frame, and a pair of matching modern portrait miniatures, still lifes of flowers, both 8 x 6.5cm, both in elaborate gilt metal frames (3).

19th century portrait miniature on paper, in verre eglomise oval frame

Indian school portrait miniature on ivory, together with two painted porcelain plaques and a watercolour in rosewood frame. APHA Ref: P5R7ZP2T

J T Mitchell (act 1798-1830) portrait miniature on ivory, quarter-length portrait of a lady in white dress and blue silk sash, inscribed to reverse 'J. T. Mitchell 442 Strand', 8 x 6cm, glazed gilt wood frame. APHA Ref: ZGSJDS3K

Five early 19th century portrait miniature frames - comprising a set of four with rope twist decorated oval frames below bold tied ribbon crestings, 17.25 x 12.5cm (one with loss to one side of ribbon, some insect damage to velvet); together with another similar frame; and a mid-19th century gilt hollow frame with laurel leaf and beaded borders, housing an oval portrait engraving within a verre eglomise mount, 17.8 x 14.5cm. (6)

An Edwardian portrait miniature of a young boy in a sailor's uniform - oval, watercolour on ivory, signed with initials CJR, 3.8 x 3cm, in a gilt frame with gilt slip, 11.6 x 9.4cm; together with a 19th century tortoiseshell snuff box with inlaid white metal foliate cartouche to the lid, 8.8cm long. (2) Ivory Registration: 9DFAY97V

An Indian portrait miniature on ivory, late 19th/early 20th century, of a Mughal emperor, painted with his hands in front, in traditional dress with a shamshir, panel 20.5 x 8.5cm, framed and glazed IMPORTANT NOTEThis lot contains elephant ivory material. Please be advised that several countries, including those in the EU and the USA, now prohibit the importation of ivory items unless under specific conditions. Accordingly, prospective buyers should familiarise themselves with the relevant customs regulations of their country and ensure they are able to import this item prior to bidding.This item has been registered as exempt from the UK Ivory Act 2018.

A 19th Century watercolour miniature on ivory oval panel depicting a portrait of a Gentleman, written verso 'Earl Of Tyrconnell'. Unsigned. Convex glass, no frame. Image size 7.2cm x 6cm. Ivory declaration submission reference FD4D8AFF

A 19th Century watercolour miniature on ivory oval panel depicting a portrait of a Gentleman, loose backing paper written 'Tenth Earl of Strathmore, John Lyon-Bowes (1769-1820)'. Unsigned. Set in a copper mount and glazed. Image size 8.3cm x 6.7cm. Ivory declaration submission reference YZJRQHTH

A 19th Century watercolour miniature on ivory oval panel depicting a portrait of a Gentleman, written verso 'John Fenton Cawthorne MP', possibly the Lancaster MP (b.1753 - d.1831). Unsigned. Convex glass, no frame. Image size 6.3cm x 5.1cm. Ivory declaration submission reference JTDTXMPN

Late 19th century English School, head and shoulders oval portrait miniature depicting a lady, watercolour, 6.5 x 5.5cm, gilt framed

Miniature portrait in ornate frame

A group of three 19th century carved giltwood small frames each with a miniature portrait[9x9cm]

A superb WWI and WWII Family Medal Group awarded to Sergeant Major Arthur Ernest Gray (Coldstream Guards), his son Lieutenant Stanley Arthur Gordon Gray (Royal Artillery), and Daughter Dorothy Gray.Medals Awarded to Sergeant Major Arthur Ernest Gray (Coldstream Guards):The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, MBE (Military 2nd type), with miniature, cased. Military Cross (George V, un-named), 1914 Star (1922, C.S.M. MJR. DR. SJT. A. GRAY C. GDS), British War Medal 1914-20 (1922 W. O. C. I. A. GRAY. C. GDS.), Victory Medal (1922 W. O. C. L. 1. A. GRAY. C. GDS), with leaf, Jubilee Medal 1935, Army Long Service and Good Conduct (George V, post 1917 ribbon - "1922 S.MJR A.GRAY C.GDS"), Army Meritorious Service Medal (George V - "1922 S.MJR A.GRAY M.C 3/C.GDS"). Defence Medal (1945), War Medal 1939-45, 1911 Army Rifle Association - Roberts Cup (hallmarked silver) and 1912 Army Rifle Association Medal (cased).Son, Lieutenant S.A.G. Gray (Royal Artillery), War Medal 1939-45, 1939-45 Star, Pacific Star (all un-named).Daughter, Dorothy Ethel Gray - Imperial Service Medal (cased).Together with a large collection of ephemera, military certificates, pictures and framed portrait of Serg. Major A. Gray. One document dated 30th April 1916 from the War Office 'Mentioned in Dispatches', signed by Winston Churchill. Documents regarding the death and burial of Lieutenant S.A.G. Gray in Singapore, Feb 1942. (B.P. 21% + VAT)Sergeant Major Arthur Ernest Gray (Coldstream Guards) - Record of Service:Enlisted in Bath, 17th August 1898.22 years Coldstream Gds 1898 to 1920. 6 Years R.S. Major awarded M.C. and M.S.M.12 years Leicester Yeomanry 1926 to 1938 Captain and Quartermaster. Awarded M.B.E. (Mil Div)4 years & 4 months Gen List Infty 1941 to 1945. Adjt & Quartermaster. 10th Bn, Leics Home Guard. Rank of Captain.Son, Lieutenant Stanley Arthur Gordon Gray (R.A.) - Buried in Singapore (Kranji War Cemetery)

19th century porcelain oval portrait brooch, probably German, together with a 20th century portrait miniature of a young girl, in a shield shaped velvet tassel frame. 5.25x4cm approx. and 8.5x6.5cm approx. (2) (B.P. 21% + VAT) the porcelain brooch appears to be cracked above the gentleman's hat. The portrait miniature of a young girl is in good condition.

British School, 18th Century - Oval miniature portrait of Thomas Coulson Carpenter (b.1770-?), painted in August 1778 by 'M. De Fleurey Limner', unframed, on card between two pieces of glass with inscription verso, 13 x 16 cm

A Georgian miniature brooch pendant portrait of a young man in a powdered wig, dark jacket and white shirtIvory submission reference: WMYW8YTW

English School (early 19thC). Half length miniature portrait of a gentleman, with long flowing hair, watercolour, framed and outer strut framed, 8cm x 6.5cm.

English School (early 19thC). Half length miniature portrait of a lady holding a fan, watercolour, framed and outer strut framed, 9.5cm x 7cm.

English school (19thC). Miniature half length portrait of a lady beside a pot of flowers, watercolour, 5cm wide, together with Continental school (19thC), The Madonna and Child, after the antique, watercolour, 6cm x 4.5cm, both in one ornate parcel gilt frame.

A 19th century miniature of a gentleman held under glass within a black lacquered frame, h13cm, sold together with various other prints and an ivory miniature ( 5 ) *Pre-1918 portrait miniatures with surface area of no more than 320sq. centimeters are exempt - this pieces meets the requirements and is exempt.

A 19th century miniature portrait of a gentleman mounted behind a gilt oval surround borded within a wooden frame, h13cm, sold together with a round black embossed frame ect ( 5 ).

Delightful miniature hand mirror featuring a painted enamel portrait of a black and white cat on a neutral background. The mirror is framed in 900 silver and is hallmarked on the handle near a suspension loop, likely indicating European origin. The reverse side contains a circular mirror with light age-related spotting. A charming and collectible piece, ideal for a dollhouse accessory or as a novelty keepsake. Measures approximately 3"H x 1.5"L.Dimensions: See DescriptionCondition: Age related wear.

A good portrait miniature bust of a young lady wearing a laurel wreath.

An early 20th Century portrait miniature of a lady in 18th century dress, in faux tortoiseshell frame, 12 x 10cms

Local Interest- First World War Military Cross (M.C.) Gallantry medal group comprising M.C, 1914 - 15 Star named to Lieut. P. G. Wilson, Suff. R., War and Victory medals named to Capt. P. G. Wilson, and Second World War Defence and War medals, mounted on bar, together with miniature medal group. Together with the medals are a selection of photographs loose and contained within three albums, these cover Captain, later Major Wilson's military career, with photographs of the Western Front and Egypt during the First World War included. There is also a fine portrait photograph of him in a silver frame (hallmarks rubbed), medal ribbons, original tooled leather case for the M.C. and an array of research and paperwork which includes a copy of the citation for his Military Cross from London, Gazette, 17th of September 1917 reads"Lieutenant Philip Grimwade Wilson, Suffolk Regiment, attached MG. Coy. For conspicuous, gallantry and devotion to duty during a hostile attack. With the aid of one man he released a machine gun section, which was imprisoned with its guns in a blocked dugout under an intense barrage. He then brought them into action in an advanced position and showed exceptional skill and gallantry throughout his conduct is all the more credible as he had only arrived at the front at the front three days previously".N.B. Captain, later Major Philip Grimwade Wilson served with the Suffolk Regiment during the First World War before leaving in 1921. He rejoined at the outbreak of the Second World War and ended his military career in 1941 when he was forced to retire on medical grounds. From 1959, he was vice chairman of the 4th and 5th Suffolks Old Comrades Fund. He passed away in 1968 and his memorial service took place in Saint Mary's Church Stoke - By - Nayland Suffolk on 14th December 1968.

Fine Victorian and later medal group comprising Companion of the Bath (C.B.), Companion of the Order of St. Michael and St. George (C.M.G.), Member of The Royal Victorian Order (M.V.O.), Egypt medal 1882 - 1889 with Suakin 1885 clasp named to Lieut. J. F. Erskine. 2nd / Scots Gds., Queen’s South Africa medal with four clasps comprising Orange Free State, Transvaal, South Africa 1901 and South Africa 1902 named to Major. J. F. Erskine. Scots Gds., 1914 - 15 Star named to Brig. Gen. J. F. Erskine M.V.O., War and Victory medals named to Brig. Gen. J. F. Erskine, Victorian Golden Jubilee (1887) medal named to Capt. J. F. Erskine and Khedive’s Star 1884 - 1886, court mounted in period fitted box, C.B. also retaining its original box of issue.Together with a fascinating collection of related ephemera to include 2nd Batt. Scots Guards Soudan Campaign 1885 diary, a fine portrait miniature on ivory of J. F. Erskine dated 1898 in fitted box, APHA Ref: B5SMSKNC, a typed account of his service during the First World War, detailed typed record of service, awards, commendations, press cuttings and photographs of the General throughout his illustrious career.N.B. Brigadier General J. F. Erskine, C.B., C.M.G., M.V.O. (1862 - 1936) was a decorated army officer and son of Captain Sir Henry David Erskine of Cardross K.C.V.O., J.P. D.L. (See also lots(s) 44 and 45). He was born on 4th June 1862 and went on to have a long career military career, initially with the West Yorkshire Regiment and the Dorsetshire Regiment before joining the Scots Guards, where he saw service in Egypt. He was present during the engagements of Hasheen and Tomai. In South Africa during the Boer War he took part in operations in Transvaal and the Orange River Colony.In the First World War he served in Gallipoli, commanding the South Scottish Infantry Brigade from mid-1915 and was present during attacks on the Turkish Trenches on 12th and 13th July. He went on to command the 26th Infantry Brigade and held Trenches at the extreme left of the British line at Helles and was present at the evacuation from Sulva when in command of the 34th Infantry Brigade. Finally, he was in command of the 33rd Infantry Brigade in the Defence of the Suez Canal.Following his service in the Gallipoli campaign, he served in France again, commanding the 33rd Infantry Brigade and was present at the capture of trenches South East of Thiepval in September 1916. We was Mentioned in Despatches on three occasions and was awarded the C.M.G. (London Gazette February 1916) and C.B. (London Gazette June 1917).

English School (Early 20th Century): Portrait of an Elderly Lady in a Blue Dress with Lace, miniature watercolour on ivory unsigned, miniature 6cm x 5cm, overall 8cm x 5.5cm This item has been registered for sale under Section 10 of the APHA Ivory Act

English School (Early 20th Century): Portrait of a Gentleman in a Tuxedo with Black Tie, miniature watercolour on ivory unsigned 5cm x 4cm This item has been registered for sale under Section 10 of the APHA Ivory Act

English School (19th Century): Portrait of a Lady with a Blue Feather, miniature watercolour on ivory indistinctly signed, 3.5cm x 3cm This item has been registered for sale under Section 10 of the APHA Ivory Act

A late 18th/early 19th century portrait by Richard Cosway RA (1741-1821) of musicians performing in a courtyard, signed Cosway to bottom right. Framed and glazed, miniature measures approx. 8.3 x 6.4 cms, with frame measures approx. 10.5 x 8.5cm. Ivory Exemption Certificate nr QG6SY5GX.

A fine George III portrait miniature on ivory of a gentleman dressed in a blue frock coat with cream waistcoat and stock, the verso bearing a label for Asprey Birch & Gadon Ltd with the name of the artist and date 1800, approx 70 x 80 mm.  Ivory Exemption Certificate nr UE5EDX3H. 

A Georgian portrait miniature of a lady, dressed in a green gown with her curls swept up, approx 40 x 50 mm together with another portrait miniature of a Victorian lady wearing an Empire-line gown approx 55 x 60 mm, label to verso reads Borilly circa 1840.  Ivory Exemption Certificate nr KC5E1D42. Ivory Exemption Certificate nr UJ6X3N7H.

A George III portrait miniature on ivory of a gentleman dressed in a black frock coat with cream stock, in the manner of Andrew Robert (1777-1845), with a seed pearl and gilt heightened hairwork panel to verso, set in a low carat gold mount, approx 60 x 74 mm. Ivory Exemption Certificate nr H23YFALZ

Richard Cosway RA (1742-1821) a fine Georgian portrait miniature of a gentleman, understood to be William Hayley (1745-1820) dressed in a burgundy frock coat with white stock, approx 50 x 40mm, inscription in ink to verso.  Note: William Hayley was a renowned biographer, poet and patron of the Arts.  Ivory Exemption Certificate nr 1DAU3GEW

A Victorian photographic portrait miniature of a lady, hand coloured, in the original case. Note to back reads "Photographic miniature with painted finish by Mary Penny, 54 Guilford Street, Russell Square. Nov 1877". Miniature measures approx. 10.5 x 8 cms.    

A. E Chalon RA (Swiss/English) George IV portrait miniature on ivory of a gentleman dressed in a blue frock coat with cream stock, set in a silver mount, verso engraved Ralph Creyke (1776-1828) by A.E Chalon, Asprey and Birch & Gaydon Ltd label to verso. 

A fine George III portrait miniature on ivory of a gentleman dressed in a black frock coat with cream stock, in the manner of John Thomas Barber-Beaumont (1774-1841), with a seed pearl and gilt heightened hairwork panel, with blue enamel monogram FL, set in a low carat gold mount, approx 60 x 70 mm.  Ivory Exemption Certificate nr 5D2EE2FC

James Scouler (1740-1812) small circular George II portrait miniature of a gentleman, dressed in a red frock coat with stock, hair en queue, signed lower right J. Scoule 1755 approx 30 x 35mm, set in a 18ct gold frame with a 14ct gold loop.  Ivory Exemption Certificate nr A9Z1N5EZ

A Victorian portrait miniature of a lady, signed Alessandro Curion (Italian, 19th Century), measures approx 7cms, in the original box case together with a portrait miniature of a gentleman in an ebony frame, measures approx. 5 x 7cms, with frame approx. 10.5 x 12cms. (2) Self Declaration Exemption nr 32STW4SV and 7AFHZ3U3.

An 19th century portrait miniature watercolour of a young boy in blue by Charles James Turrell (1846-1932) monogrammed and dated 1895, set in a frame marked 14ct gold, glazed but loose in the original oval case. Miniature measures approx. 9cms, case approx. 14 x 11cms. (af) Ivory Exemption Certificate: KPPA1QPT Note: Turrell enjoyed a successful career and painted several members of the Royal Family (works in the Royal Collection). Condition Report Vertical cracks to portrait, glass loose.

A Georgian oval portrait miniature watercolour on card, approx 60 x 75mm, together with a portrait miniature of an unknown gentleman approx 75 x 75mm label to verso reads Edwin Hervé Miniature Painter, based at 172 Oxford Street London, both in ebonised frames. 

A portrait miniature of a late 18th Century lady dressed in fine attire with flamboyant ribbon-tied coiffure, overpainted photographic print, in oval gilt slip and moulded wooden frame under glass, late 19th / early 20th Century, 12 cm x 11 cm overall

English school (late 18th or early 19th century),A portrait miniature believed to depict Charles James Fox (1749-1806), Whig politician and abolitionist,Watercolour on ivory,Unsigned, inscribed 'Fox' verso,7cm x 5.5cm,In later ebonised frame;With a portrait of Sir Isaac Newton after Sir Godfrey Kneller, watercolour on paper, 15.5cm x 11.5cm, framed and glazed (2) Please note this lot is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018. Trevanion Auctioneers & Valuers LLP have applied for an exemption licence for the ivory in this lot Ref: N2WEEBY3

English School (18th century),A portrait miniature depicting a gentleman in a blue frock coat holding a letter,Watercolour,Unsigned,9.5cm x 7cm,Framed and glazed

A late 19th century miniature portrait of Violet Herbert, Countess of Powis (1865-1929), The daughter of Sackville Lane-Fox, 15th Baron Darcy de Knayth and 12th Baron Conyers, the hand-painted portrait depicts her wearing a sapphire necklace and is set in a silver frame with indistinct hallmarks, maker's mark 'G.S, presented in a leather case, portrait measures 8 x 6.5 cm.  Provenance: Estate of the late William Lloyd George, 3rd Viscount Tenby (1927-2023), the grandson of David Lloyd George, 1st Earl of Dwyfor (1863-1945) the British Prime Minister from 1916 to 1922 during WWI. Note: Violet married George Herbert, the 5th Marquess of Powis, in 1890. She is best known for her extensive redesign of the gardens at Powis Castle, which are now internationally celebrated. Violet tragically died in a car accident in 1929. T

A 19th century yellow gold portrait miniature brooch, the portrait surrounded by a twisted gold border, with safety chain and pin.11.5 grams. Unmarked, tests as gold. Safety chain does not test as gold.

A collection of silver items, including a three engraved silver bangles, a silver bracelet, two silver charms, three glass containers with silver lids, a silver pocket watch, a silver match box holder, a silver handled button hook, a silver hand mirror, a mother of pearl, silver and agate letter opener, together with a framed miniature portrait and a miniature painting.weighable silver; 138.9 grams / 4.4 ozt.

A 19th century yellow gold large oval brooch/pendant, the portrait miniature depicting the bust of a gentleman, surrounded by a single row of seed pearls, the ornate gold border with scrolling motif, with detachable pin fastening allowing the piece to convert into a pendant, 5.3 cm.Total weight; 27.4 grams.Unmarked, tests as yellow gold.

A collection of silver objects, including a George III silver meat skewer, hallmarked for London 1816 by Paul Storr, 35 cm long, a silver lidded trinket dish, a cut glass and silver scent bottle, a silver and blue enamel powder compact, a silver frame, together with a portrait miniature, a base metal and mother of pearl cross pendant, two compact mirrors, and polished fossil goniatite ammonite. Provenance: Estate of the late William Lloyd George, 3rd Viscount Tenby (1927-2023), the grandson of David Lloyd George, 1st Earl of Dwyfor (1863-1945) the British Prime Minister from 1916 to 1922 during WWI.Weighable silver; 180 grams / 5.7 ozt

19thC School. Bridges Clarke - portrait miniature, watercolour drawing, titled verso, 6.5cm x 5cm.

19thC School. Col. James McGrigor - portrait miniature, watercolour, titled verso, 7.4cm x 5.5cm.

19thC School. Silhouette portrait miniature of a gentleman, watercolour drawing, 8cm x 6cm.

19thC School. Portrait miniature of a military gentleman, 8cm x 6.5cm.

19thC School. Lt. Col. Charles McGrigor - portrait miniature, watercolour, titled verso, 11.5cm x 8.5cm.

19thC School. Portrait miniature of a military gentleman, watercolour, 14cm x 11.5cm.

19thC School. Portrait miniature - Lieutenant James John Hearn, watercolour, titled verso, 7cm x 6cm.