13th Nov, 2024 9:30
COUNTRY HOUSE SALE
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AN UNUSUAL 19TH CENTURY PENWORK WORKBOX
of sarcophagus form, raised on gilt brass paw feet, the sides and top all painted with panels of castles or ruins, the lid with a concave floral border, the later red painted interior with a castle view to the lid, the tray with a floral painted lid. 23cm wide
Ex collection of the late Dr. Brian Austen
Sold for £160
of sarcophagus form, raised on gilt brass paw feet, the sides and top all painted with panels of castles or ruins, the lid with a concave floral border, the later red painted interior with a castle view to the lid, the tray with a floral painted lid. 23cm wide
Auction: COUNTRY HOUSE SALE, 13th Nov, 2024
Our Two-Day Autumn Country House Sale showcases exceptional private collections of treen, watches, silver, and pictures, including a remarkable 300-lot single-owner collection of treen and related items. Highlights include a fine William IV silver-gilt spirit kettle, stand, and lamp by Paul Storr, London, 1832, estimated at £5,000-7,000, and a pair of early 20th-century diamond and enamel jockey brooches, estimated at £4,000-6,000. Additional highlights include a pair of Robert 'Mouseman' Thompson oak bookcases, c.1980, estimated at £3,000-5,000; an 18th-century or earlier gilt-bronze figure of Buddha, estimated at £2,000-3,000; and a gentleman’s steel Omega Speedmaster bracelet watch, estimated at £2,500-3,500.
Viewing
Monday 11th November 10am-4pm
Tuesday 12th November 10am-4pm
