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Lot 287

A collection of Southeast Asian musical instruments, comprising two erxians, one example with a bow, a similar stringed instrument, a jungga, a sitar and a zither,sitar 114cm long (7)Condition Reporttwo erxians x 2 one with snake skin, both with strings, knocks scratchesa jungga x 2 both with strings, knocks, scratches a sitar - knocks scratches and marks - missing strings zither - scratches and mark, chips and missing strings - tuner bent

Lot 34

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.

Lot 144

Two Swarovski Silver Crystal musical instrument figurines from the "Crystal Melodies" collection. Includes one clear crystal saxophone figurine (211728) featuring intricate faceting and pearl embellishments, mounted on a rhodium-finished metal stand. Also included is a clear crystal lute figurine (169246) with detailed cutwork and its accompanying rhodium-finished metal stand. Both pieces exhibit precision craftsmanship and are presented in their original cylindrical Swarovski Silver Crystal boxes. Saxophone: 3.75"H. Lute: 3.25"H.Artist: Martin ZendronIssued: 1992 - 2003Dimensions: See DescriptionCountry of Origin: AustriaCondition: Age related wear.

Lot 126

ORIENTAL FRAMED MINIATURE MUSICAL INSTRUMENT COLLECTION

Lot 93

Vivid and expressive this Royal Doulton figurine titled Geisha HN1223 presents a seated Japanese performer captured mid serenade with a traditional shamisen instrument. Her robe is a stunning swirl of hand painted colors in rich tones of red green blue and yellow creating an energetic yet graceful composition. With flowers tucked behind her ears and a soft smile on her face she radiates poise and musical elegance. The figurine rests on a rounded plinth with a fan at her feet adding a storytelling flourish. Royal Doulton backstamp.Artist: Charles J. NokeIssued: 1927 - 1938Dimensions: 3.75"L x 3"W x 7"HCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.

Lot 362

ZIMBABWEAN Mbira (Musical Instrument) and Beaded Apron or Loincovering 22cm x 34cm (2)Provenance; brought back from Rhodesia in the 1960s. 22cm x 34cm good condition

Lot 222

Two African Axes with wooden handles and a wooden musical instrument (3)Provenance brought back from Rhodesia in the 1960s. longest axe 66cm good condition

Lot 127

Vintage wooden cased Hurdy Gurdy musical instrument

Lot 24

AN ILLUSTRATED LOOSE INDIAN ALBUM FOLIO: TODI RAGINI AND POETRY PROPERTY FROM A CANADIAN COLLECTION Provincial Mughal School, possibly Delhi or Awadh (Oudh), Northern India, late 17th - 18th centuryOpaque pigments and grey pencil heightened with gold on paper, the illustrated recto of the album folio depicting an Indian maiden in the wilderness, holding over her right shoulder a vina, a traditional Indian stringed musical instrument, and in her left hand a Mughal-style pearl and ruby necklace, standing behind her a wild black buck deer and two light-haired female deer, approaching the nayika (female heroine) cautiously, the hilly landscape featuring a small boat in the river and architectural complexes in the background, inscribed in gold ink Urdu at the top 'Ragini Todi Wafat Behradz(?)' in the centre and 'بالکل' (bilkul) or 'بالكوس' (Bal Kush?) in the upper left corner, likely later-added owner's commentaries, the illustration set within concentric polychrome rules and finely illuminated borders with gold rosette scrolls on cobalt blue ground and typical Mughal wild flowers on cream ground highlighted in gold; the verso with 8ll. of black ink Urdu nasta'liq script set in red-highlighted cloudbands, mentioning Banu Musa Ibn Mahadar Sun Lal Lal in the semi-final line, the style of the poetry following typical Persian sabk-e Hendi (Indian style) standards, set within polychrome rules and illuminated borders with gold split palmette scrolls on burgundy ground and gold speckles on cream ground.32.3cm x 26cm According to the traditional Rajasthani system of Ragamala musical classification, the Todi Ragini, the second wife of Hindola Raga, is a tender early morning melody associated with winter. It is believed to have its origins in tunes sung by village girls guarding the fields from foraging wild deer. The melody is usually personified as a woman carrying a vina and walking with deer and/or gazelles next to her, as depicted in the present illustration. 32.3cm x 26cm Qty: 1

Lot 116

A Staffordshire theatrical portrait group of William Shakespeare with Sarah Siddons as Lady Macbeth and John Phillip Kemble as Hamlet, with a small decorative clock face, 26cm high; together with David Garrick as Richard III; a model of a lady reclining on a Chaise Longue, 21.5cm high; and a model of Red Riding Hood, 22cm high (4)Condition:Shakespeare - Hamlet's head has been broken and re-glued. There is a crack around Shakespeare's neck and a firing crack to the crown of his head - the head has possibly been off and re-stuck. The remainder of the piece is crazed heavily throughout. There are some spots of losses to the pink detail below the clock and a touch of further wear to the feathers on Hamlet's cap.Lady on Chaise Longue - both arms and musical instrument restored. Some possible re-touching of red and brown paint, with some other scuffs and scratches to paint elsewhere.Little Red Riding Hood - Riding Hood's nose is damaged, one fox's ear is chipped. Some firing cracks.David Garrick - Crude restoration with obvious over paint to the tent and the reverse

Lot 669

A late 18th century English enamel rectangular box, gilt metal mounts, light green ground, the cover decorated with a shepherd and shepherdess and sheep, he plays a musical instrument, gilt scroll and diaper border, the waisted base with raised white lozenge pattern, gilt cartouches containing floral sprays, restored and repaired cover, restoration to interior, width 7cm x depth 5.5cm x height 2.5cm

Lot 1247

ROSSINI GIOACCHINO: (1792-1868) Italian Composer. A prolific composer, known as 'The Italian Mozart', who until his retirement in 1829 had been the most popular opera composer in history. A very fine A.L., two pages, small 4to, n.p., [1851], to Antonio Duci, in Italian. Rossini reports how excited he is with the new musical instrument, the Baristrato, stating in part `I rejoice with you for the new instrument which I listened to thanks to your brother and which has just arrived here. The musical effect of this new mechanism is wonderful, the oscillating vibration of the low sounds which, in my opinion, are the first merit of this invention with much sense applied to sacred music…´ Rossini, fascinated by this new musical instrument, the Baristrato, further concludes `..they will bring a marvelous vigour to harmony..´ Paper with watermark. Very small overall minor age wear and creasing, otherwise VG Rossini´s correspondent is Antonio Duci, a piano trader from Florence. Rossini refers to Antonio´s brother, Carlo Duci (1837-1900), a renowned pianist and composer. From Liszt´s letters we have a good idea of the role of Carlo Ducci in the instrumental world of Florence. In 1878 Liszt wrote `Thanks to the kindness of M. Carlo Ducci, who between Florence and Rome has more than two hundred pianos for hire…´

Lot 321

A black painted serpent open hole wind musical instrument, with brass neck (missing mouthpiece).

Lot 67

Lladro's Heavenly Cellist (#01005492), sculpted by Fulgencio Garcia, depicts a serene angel in mid-performance, tenderly playing a cello with peaceful concentration. The figurine is beautifully finished in Lladro's signature soft glazes, with flowing robes, feathered wings, and a finely detailed instrument. This graceful piece is ideal for collectors of musical or angelic themes. Figurine measures approximately 8.25"H and includes original box measuring 13"L x 9.5"H.Dimensions: See DescriptionCountry of Origin: SpainCondition: Age related wear.

Lot 64

Swarovski Crystal Musical Instrument Brooches inc. Mandolin, Trumpet. Mandolin brooch measures approx. 9.7 x 3.2cm. Some stones have slight discolouration, all stones are intact. Both clasps in working order, mandolin has all the strings. Each comes in a Swarovski Crystal branded box. Weighs in total 68g

Lot 314

Handcrafted wooden tongue drum by Earth Rhythms of Eureka Springs, Arkansas. This folk percussion instrument features a carved and inlaid top with tuned slits and a decorative quatrefoil sound hole on the side, producing soft, melodic tones when struck. Crafted from warm-toned hardwood and signed inside by the maker, this piece functions as both a musical instrument and a sculptural work of American studio craft. Measures approximately 9"L x 4.25"H.Dimensions: See DescriptionCondition: Age related wear.

Lot 424

18th Century Derby figure of a seated shepherdess before a boccage playing a musical instrument, 19.5cm high

Lot 30

Ca. 6th - 4th century BC A sculpture representing a woman playing a musical instrument, possibly a flute. This sculpture forms part of a group of Phoenician terracottas discovered underwater in the 1950s, possibly originating from Phoenician temples and representing the Phoenicians and their principal activities as votive offerings. Size: 50 cm. Provenance: Private European collection of Ancient Art; Ex Private Spanish Collection; Previously in the Selim Haddad Collection, Beirut, 1970s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter. All items are accompanied by a European export license. Each item has been published and exhibited. A copy of the published book will be provided with each lot.

Lot 165

A 9 ct gold 'Good Luck' spinning pendant on a 9 ct gold chain and a gold-plated charm bracelet with musical instrument charms. Necklace 40 cm high, pendant 1.5 cm diameter, charm bracelet 18 cm long. The former 2.7 grammes.

Lot 109

A vintage Russian Balalaika wooden stringed musical instrument, shipping unavailable

Lot 1053

Three hallmarked silver charm bracelets set with silver and white metal charms, comprising an example set with five charms, including a toaster and a musical instrument case enclosing a Tommy gun, with a heart-shaped padlock clasp, an example set with seven charms, including a harp and a spinning wheel, with heart-shaped padlock clasp, and an example set with twenty-nine charms, including a spider's web, a fish, a penguin, a car, a mill with water wheel, with a heart-shaped padlock clasp, combined approx. 4.86ozt (3).

Lot 235

A Korg 01/WFD music workstation AI2 synthesis system with wave shaping variable digital filter multi digital effect 16 track sequence 3.5 inch to 2DDFDD keyboard.  15kg L105xD35xH12cmCONDITION: Musical instrument, used, In very good order original power lead some light marks and where from use occasional little spots and marks on the plastic screen, working, tested.PACKING & SHIPPING We are sorry but this lot cannot be shipped by our in-house packing and shipping department. Therefore, it must be collected from our premises in Royal Tunbridge Wells, or you can nominate a third party packer and shipper of your choice.We recommend Mail Boxes Etc in Tunbridge Wells. To obtain a quote and engage their services, please contact Greg or Kim on +44 (0) 1892 510 155 or via info@mbetunbridgewells.co.uk.Please note that you must inform us in writing by email using the email account that you registered to bid with that you are giving your permission for any third party to collect your items. You must include the name of the third party collecting, the date and time they will be collecting and send them an email which they can use as proof of ID. Lots must be paid for in full before they will be released.

Lot 24

AN ILLUSTRATION FROM A RAGAMALA: TODI RAGINI, JAIPUR, NORTHERN INDIA, 19TH CENTURY in colour and gold on paper, the seated female figure holding a musical instrument plays before a herd of deer on a rocky outcrop within a lotus garlanded lake, a balustraded pavilion in the distance, 16.5 x 11.7 cm., framed The Ragamala, or garland of melodies, is a cycle of musical modes represented in paintings. Todi Ragini represents the tender emotion of a woman pining for her absent lover.

Lot 86

An early 20th Century Lachenal concertina squeeze box, labelled and a beginner's recorder musical instrument

Lot 154

A Japanese bronze planter decorated with birds on branches, a dragon shaped musical instrument (2) Condition Report:Available upon request

Lot 1898

16th century A.D. or later With tubular shank and flared lateral arms, ellipsoid panel above. 3.72 grams, 24 mm (1 in.). [No Reserve] Found near Skirpenbeck, Yorkshire, UK, in 1997. From an old Yorkshire, UK, collection. Accompanied by a copy of the British Museum's Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) report no.FAKL-404206. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.The item is described by the PAS report as 'probably a watch winding key' although these are very rare until the late 17th century since mechanical timepieces were not portable until then. An alternative use for the item would be for the tuning of a musical instrument: hollow keys for this purpose have been in use since at least the 7th century.TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: See our website for further information.

Lot 18

Late Period, circa 664-332 B.C. Modelled in advancing pose wearing a tight-fitting robe, cat-headed, with a sistrum in one hand and a Bes head emblem in the other; suspension loop between shoulders. 3.75 grams, 38 mm (1 1/2 in.). François de Ricqlès, Paris, Archéologie, 30 September-1 October 1996, no.332. Private collection, London, UK, acquired from the above sale. Accompanied by a copy of a French cultural passport, dated 2 October 1996. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.Bastet is typically depicted with the head of a lioness or domestic cat. The cat symbolises protection, motherhood, and, later, gentleness and domesticity, qualities associated with Bastet, especially in her later evolution from a fierce lioness to a more benevolent feline goddess. The sistrum she holds is a ritual musical instrument associated with Hathor and other birth goddesses and is linked to joy, music, and divine protection. Bastet was often invoked during music and dance ceremonies, and the sistrum reinforces her role in celebration and protection. Bes was a dwarf god known for guarding households, particularly mothers and children. His image on Bastet’s amulet emphasises her protective role, especially at home and during childbirth.TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: See our website for further information.

Lot 402

John H. Packer - Late 20th century cased brass Jupiter cornet. Numbered to the body 301602 by K. H. S. Musical Instrument Taiwan. Case measuring approx. 28cm x 39.5cm x 15.5cm. Sold AF.

Lot 349

A decorative gilt wall mirror The central oval mirror plate surrounded by mirrored slips, all within a moulded frame surmounted by a ribbon-tied musical instrument cresting. 89cm wide x 114cm highQty: 1Minor marks and losses to the gilding overall. In generally good condition. Of contemporary manufacture.

Lot 422

An early 20th Century Schoenau & Hoffmeister bisque headed '5700' doll musical automation, in period dress, standing playing musical instrument with moving arms, on round wooden base, impressed marks to head, height 38cm.

Lot 119

Celebrate the beauty of traditional craftsmanship with this striking hand-carved wooden xylophone, designed in the shape of a boat and elevated on a pedestal base. Each curved panel is richly decorated with vibrant, hand-painted floral motifs in earthy tones of red, gold, and green, adding a warm, organic charm to the piece. The slats are individually strung with rustic cord, creating an authentic, playable percussion instrument that doubles as a standout display item. Accompanied by a pair of carved wooden mallets, this folk art xylophone is as much a musical treasure as it is a decorative statement. Whether you're a collector of cultural instruments or simply drawn to hand-crafted design, this unique piece offers rhythm, color, and tradition in perfect harmony.Dimensions: 16"LCondition: Age related wear.

Lot 252

An early 19th century French brass and mother-of-pearl inlaid rosewood library mantel clock, by Paul Garnier of Paris, white enamel dial with black Roman numeral hour markers, blued steel lozenge hands, musical instrument case decoration and brass swing handle, movement striking on a bell, backplate no. 1339, case 19cm, not currently working, with key and later gilt standMovement – balance wheel and pallette are rotating but do not appear to be properly engaging with escape wheelDial - cleanGlass - cleanHands - goodCase - all inlay present, small section of brass wirework is lifting in bottom left corner of front and case also has a small join opening in the same corner, otherwise good conditionNotes - with key

Lot 189

Expressive two-part oil on canvas diptych by artist David Teichner, dated 2015 on verso. The painting features a continuous full-body figure across two canvases, the upper half portraying a shirtless man in a green and yellow aviator-style cap peering through binoculars against a clear blue sky. The lower half shows the man barefoot in jeans standing on grass, holding a violin and bow. The surreal juxtaposition of musical instrument and optical device evokes themes of perception, exploration, and introspection. Artist: David Teichner (American, 20th c)Issued: 2015Dimensions: 43"L x 33"HCondition: Age related wear.

Lot 230

ACOUSTIC GUITAR | STAR SOUND WESTERN GUITAR | 104 cm | provenance: from the estate of the musician Pavel Chrastina (1940 - 2021) | Lot description | Star Sound acoustic guitar in western style, coming from the collection of Pavel Chrastina, founder of the legendary Czech rock group Olympic. Chrastina, who was a part of Olympic in its early years, participated in the creation of the band's iconic hits and the formation of the Czech rock scene.The guitar has a classic dreadnought shape with a cut-out, sun burst lacquer and a baffle hole decorated with circular decor. It has steel strings, a black pickguard and tuning mechanisms in chrome finish.This instrument is not only a functional musical instrument, but also a valuable collector's item with a unique historical value associated with one of the most important figures of Czech rock music. | Bidders are requested to inquire about the condition of the lot prior to the auction. Any complaints will be disregarded. |

Lot 210

WOODEN MARIONETTE - SINGER WITH LUTE | BOHEMIA (CZECH / BOHEMIAN) | height of the puppet 52 cm (dimension of the puppet itself without the guiding mechanism) | Lot description | Hand-carved and painted wooden marionette depicting an itinerant minstrel with a lute. The puppet is dressed in a traditional folk costume, including a woolen cap, doublet, embroidered apron and clogs, which underlines the character's historical character.The musical instrument slung over the shoulder refers to the role of a bard or troubadour. It comes from the collection of painter Richard Fremund | Bidders are requested to inquire about the condition of the lot prior to the auction. Any complaints will be disregarded. |

Lot 232

MUSTA V2 (1973) | GERMANY (GERMANY / GERMAN) | 114 cm | provenance: from the estate of the musician Pavel Chrastina (1940 - 2021) | Lot description |Musima V2 electric bass guitar from 1973, an iconic model of East German production, originating from the collection of Pavel Chrastina, founder of the legendary Czech rock group Olympic. This instrument represents an authentic piece of musical history, used during the period when the Czechoslovak rock scene was formed despite limited access to western musical instruments.The Musima V2 is known for its unique design with a two-horn body, a pair of pickups and a metal bridge cover. The sunburst finish gives the instrument a classic vintage look. Thanks to its robust construction and characteristic tone, this bass guitar was popular among musicians in Eastern Bloc countries.An important collector's item with historical value, which was part of the collection of one of the pioneers of Czech rock. | Bidders are requested to inquire about the condition of the lot prior to the auction. Any complaints will be disregarded. |

Lot 311

A box of violin bows, musical instrument parts, strings etc

Lot 250

A cased pair of Chinese bamboo flutes, text translates as Suzhou National Musical Instrument

Lot 340

An early 20th century silver plated novelty inkwell in the form of an elephant head with a monkey on his head playing a musical instrument with the silver plate worn through, 17.5cms wide x 12cms deep x 14cms high. Estimate £25-50.

Lot 107

Adolphe 1930's Tenor Grand Prix No 588 Saxophone, Cased and in very good order - inscribed to the body 1er Grand Prix, Le Facture Instrumentale, Medaille D'or 1900, Adolphe Sax, 84 Rue Myhra, Paris, No 588 - Musical Instrument Interest

Lot 105

Sakis Handmade Bouzouki Cased Greek Guitar Musical Instrument

Lot 103

Vihuela 12-String Guitar Musical Instrument

Lot 98

Cased Mandolin Guitar Musical Instrument

Lot 102

Cased Vihuela 10-String Guitar Musical Instrument

Lot 329

A group of twenty-seven Chinese boxwood carvings of street traders and figures, 20th century, including: musicians, dressmakers, weaving, spinning and dying silk, a fruit vendor, a hairdresser, largest group 10cm x 9cm and smaller, together with a large group of late 20th century agate and hardstone models of musical instruments, longest instrument approximately 15cm long and smaller Provenance: Private CollectionPlease note this lot is to be sold without reserve.黃楊木雕市井人物一組及玉雕樂器一組*請注意本品不設底價 Condition Report: sold as viewed and generally pieces in good condition but some small damages throughout a conclusive condition report is not possible for this lot Condition Report Disclaimer

Lot 348

Y A Chinese jadeite pendant in the form of a Qin musical instrument, 19th century, and in tones of green and carved with sash and ribbon, the top pieced for suspension, with silk cord and coral bead, the jade 5.7cm high x 3cm wide x 5mm deep 清十九世紀 翡翠琴形佩 Condition Report: in good condition other than typical natural flaws to jade Condition Report Disclaimer

Lot 285

A musical hand wound toy with musician and dancing doll, German circa 1910, bisque head doll holding stringed instrument and wearing silver and pink costume with pointed hat and bell, with smaller doll in pink and lace dress, on a decorative base with gilt metal handle to play music and movement, (condition: head to smaller dancing doll is cracked and part of rear breastplate missing.), 14” (36cm) tall x 10” (25cm)x 6” (15cm)

Lot 1002

A rare 19th century brass mounted serpent musical instrument, overall length including mouthpiece 91cm approx.Provenance: The serpent formerly belonged to William Sparrow (1806-1875) who played the instrument in Hope Congregational Church in Sandbach. Two letters from his granddaughter accompany the instrument. Condition Report: Please see additional images. The brass mount to the smaller end of the instrument has old repairs throughout and the support bar could be later. The two smaller support bars to the top of the instrument could be altered / later screws. The support bar at the wide end of the instrument has two repairs and one of the joins is a little open. One of the long brass buttons is currently detached and held onto the instrument by cotton. The black surface of the instrument is not flat and has areas throughout the length which are slightly uneven, some of these may be join lines for the construction of the instrument, others are likely to be old repairs. This is more pronounced to the upper slender section of the serpent tube and to the latter large curve towards the wider end. It is likely that the instrument has had restoration to parts of the tube throughout the length but not recently.

Lot 449

Vintage Nepalise / Tebetan Sarangi hand carved musical instrument, 38cm tall.

Lot 1158

A quantity of miscellanea including two leather jewellery boxes, sewing box, boxed Casio PT-20 Electronic musical instrument etc.

Lot 9

Three 19th century Staffordshire figures, all three a/f - one of Sir Charles Napier, modelled standing beside his horse, 23cm high (head repaired); a flatback figure of a seated couple with an exotic bird on a chaise, 26.5cm high (repair to top of musical instrument); and a figural box and cover, modelled as St George and the dragon, the box base painted with a floral spray and strawberries, 23.5cm high. (head of figure repaired); together with a mid-century majolica figure of a classical maiden with dove, seated on rockwork, on a shallow pedestal with Whieldon-style green, ochre and brown glaze, 24.1cm high (chip to toes). (4)

Lot 430

Box of musical instrument bags, Triumph instrument bag etc

Lot 645

A pair of 19th Century carved wood and overpainted angelic wall embellishments, each with open wings and playing a musical instrument, height 63cm. (2)

Lot 68

Various Instrument Making Books including Violin Making A Historical Guide - Edward Heron-Allen; Musical Instrument Design - Bart Hopkin; Making Wood Folk Instruments - Dennis Warring; a quantity of sheet music including The Beatles - Help! and Twist & Shout; a quantity from the Shadows; classical guitar; together with a six hole one key wooden flute length from centre of blow hole 320mm stamped 'Douglas & Co. London'; Violin Student 3/4 size (cased with bow), two Bodhrans and spare velum

Lot 58

Flute By Pearl Musical Instrument Co. PF501 no.75433, cased with Pearl outer cover

Lot 557

Two novelty continental porcelain trinket boxes, late 19th Century, gilt metal mounts, one in the form of a set of bellows, painted Watteau-type scene to the cover, pseudo-Meissen crossed swords mark, 11cm wide, the other in the form of a musical instrument case, 7cm wide, both with raised gilt decoration on a pink ground (2)

Lot 365

[Prelleur, Peter]. The Compleat Tutor for the Harpsichord or Spinnet wherein is shewn the Italian Manner of Fingering with suits of lessons for beginners & those who are already proficient on that instrument & the organ: with rules for tuneing the harpsichord or spinnet, London: Printed by Peter Thompson, Musical Instrument Maker at ye Violin, Houtboy, & German Flute at ye West end of St. Pauls Church Yd., Where Books of Instructions for any Single Instrument may be had, [1755?], engraved frontispiece (a man playing a harpsichord, by H[enry] Roberts), lower outer corner repair not affecting image, [2], 33, [1, blank] pp., folding engraved plate of harpsichord keyboard, gutter marginal repair to final leaf (Rules for Tuning the Harpsichord or Spinnet), a little toning and dust-soiling, ink ownership inscription of ‘T. W. Taphouse, Oxford’ to front pastedown and with his ink monogram stamp at foot of title, later unrelated 20th-century gift inscription to front free endpaper, 19th-century half calf over cloth, gilt-titled spine, rubbed, 8vo QTY: (1)NOTE:Provenance: Thomas William Taphouse (1838–1905), Mayor of Oxford. Taphouse was a notable harpsichord promoter, musical instrument and music book collector, whose collections were sold by Sotheby, Wilkinson & Hodge in June and July 1905. Rare. An abridgment of part 6 of Prelleur's Modern Musick-Master (1731), but with different musical examples.

Lot 519

Britten (Benjamin). The Making of Peter Grimes, 2 volumes, facsimile edition, Suffolk: Boydell Press, 1996, numerous facsimile leaves, publishers uniform cloth, folio, together with:Winternitz (Emanuel), Musical Autographs, from Monteverdi to Hindemith, 2 volumes, 1st edition, New Jersey: Princeton University Press, 1955, monochrome illustrations, original cloth in price-clipped dust jackets, covers slightly rubbed to head & foot with some minor tears, 8vo, plusWilson (Michael I.), Organ Cases of Western Europe, 1st edition, London: C. Hurst and Company, 1979, numerous monochrome illustrations, original cloth in price-clipped dust jacket, covers very lightly rubbed to head & foot, large 8vo, and other modern classical music, opera, & instrument reference, mostly original cloth, many in dust jackets, G/VG, 8vo/folio QTY: (6 shelves)

Lot 5200

Musical Instrument - a Boosey & Hawkes Emperor silver plated flute, cased

Lot 513

FRENCH GILT METAL SINGING BIRD BOX EARLY 20TH CENTURY of rectangular form with engine turned panels, with a central gilt metal oval hinged cover engraved with a musical trophy, opening by a gilt thumbpiece revealing a rising automaton singing bird with moving wings, beak and tail, the front of the box set with an oval silvered dial clock, winding from below, set on four cast paw feet with acanthus masks, stamped ‘Made in France’ and the mechanism numbered ‘241’ 10.5cm wide, 4cm high, 6.5cm deep  The Roy Mickleburgh Collection, BristolFrom whom gifted to the present owner Roy Mickleburgh was well known in the musical instrument trade in Bristol.  He was part of the family that founded Mickleburgh Musical Instruments in the 1870s, a business that still exists today.  By the 1970s Roy Mickleburgh had amassed one of the largest collections of musical boxes and automata in Europe.  It also included pianos, organs, many instruments, gramophones etc.  He was especially interested in mechanical items, and recordings were made of items from the collection.  Roy died in 1984 and in subsequent years the collection was gradually dispersed.  The first offering was at Christie’s, South Kensington, in 1986.  Items from the collection can also be found in the Bristol Museum and Art Gallery and in the Edinburgh University Collection of Historic Musical instruments. The final offering of the Mickleburgh Collection was at Bristol Auction Rooms in 2013. 

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