The spring auction features an important group of works from the collection of Peter Adam. At the centre of this collection are works by Keith Vaughan, acquired directly from the artist. These include the painting Foreshore with Three Figures (1963), a rare self-portrait (1950) and a gouache Two Seated Figures (1955).
The sale also includes a prime Frank Auerbach drawing of Mornington Crescent, a large Gerald Scarfe Pink Floyd painting, and unique works by Edward Seago, Mary Fedden, Alfred Wallis, Louis Wain, Gillian Ayres and Grayson Perry.
The Bigger Picture: Fine Photographica & Panoramas on the 21st March features an exciting selection of the rarest 20th century cameras, including early models from Leica and their British contemporaries. We also offer an impressive selection of 19th century British Mahogany & Brass Cameras.
Complementing the cameras, also on offer is a broad selection of 19th and early 20th century photography, including a collection of eclectic panoramas from a single owner (many of which are sold without reserve). Alongside these photographic and paper-based panoramic works, the sale also offers fresh to market 19th century travel photographs, showcasing subjects from across the globe.
Presenting part 4 of the Gentleman Collector's collection. A significant collection reflecting his extensive travels, particularly in Asia. The auction on the 20th March includes valuable material from China, Korea, Mongolia, Russia, Tuva, and Vietnam, inclusive of Japanese occupation pieces from Manchukuo, Sarawak, and Malaya. Many of these pieces were acquired directly from Asia, with key highlights including Korean War memorabilia, North Korean issues, and Postal Stationery Envelopes dating from 1947 to 1958. Additionally, the Liao Tung Leasehold China/Russia from 1898/1904 is a noteworthy inclusion in this collection.
The spring silver sale offers a fantastic selection of non-European silver, from across India, Burma, Cambodia, Japan, and China. The depth of workmanship to be found from these countries and more demonstrates the intricate and skilled methods for working the surface of the metal from the Cambodian toks to the high purity double walled Japanese Iris pattern wares. One of the more fascinating items is an Indian bowl from Poona mounted to a Burmese silver figural stand, the first time such a combination has been noted, illuminating a rare movement between the two schools of work and the people who owned them.
Silver of global Royalty is found from Prince Albert, Emperor Haile Selassie, Emperor Wilhelm II, and Maharaja Sir Duleep Singh. British silver covers the most interesting areas with well-proportioned examples from Thomas Heming, Barnard, Richard Sibley, Wakelin, Garrard, and Benjamin Smith, among others. Collectors and designers alike can enhance their displays with shapely pieces that separate themselves from more routine examples in this great opportunity to develop the connoisseur’s eye as well as the decorator’s repertoire.
This carefully curated auction features artworks spanning the 20th and 21st centuries. Our sale encompasses pieces by renowned artists such as Theo van Doesburg, Sir William Russel Flint, a superb collection of Claude Venard paintings, two examples by Keith Vaughan, drawings by David Shrigley, and a vibrant neon selection of works by Mr Brainwash, among others.
Our sale is from one of the world’s largest and best private collections of artefacts from the Cultural Revolution. It includes a rare edition of Mao’s Little Red Book, produced in August 1963, some ten months before the official Beijing version was released in May 1964. Compiled and printed by the Political Department, Air Force Division of the Shenyang Military Region, it numbers 156pp and lacks the engraved portrait of the Chairman that became integral to the finished edition.
The collection was compiled over 25 years by the renowned New York antiquarian book dealer and children’s book specialist Justin Schiller. His ‘bursting at the seams’ home in upstate New York includes many thousands of objects related to the Cultural Revolution, much of them bought during regular visits to China.
This is part of the Justin Schiller collection, including books, posters, original art, tapestries, sculpture and memorabilia.
The lots will all remain in situ in upstate New York with the auction staged in London.
Featuring several notable collections, including: costume and theatre set designs by Oliver Messel; a trove of early Folio Society publications and limited editions; an archive of detective publications featuring the famous Sexton Blake. An individual gem is the 1828 edition of "The Mummy! A Tale of the Twenty-Second Century" by Jane Webb (later Jane Loudon). Considered an early feminist novel, her story takes place in a futuristic world of advanced technology and has the distinction of being the first in the English language to feature a reanimated mummy. The sale also features the classic historical nursing text: Florence Nightingale’s ‘Notes on Nursing: What it is, and What is not’. A first edition published in 1860, the work intended to give hints on nursing to those entrusted with the health of others. Last but not least, a manuscript map of Bermondsey drawn by James Atkinson in 1696. Atkinson had his shop at Cherry Garden Stairs in Rotherhithe.
Our February Prints and Multiples auction offers a curated collection of contemporary works from Lowry’s iconic market scenes to Banksy’s tongue in cheek screenprints.
We are pleased to represent all areas of printmaking and editions, spanning the spectrum from timeless linocuts to vibrant screenprints, embroidered textile and sculpture. The sale represents various movements of Modern and Contemporary art including Minimalism, The YBAs Neo Expressionism, Street Art and Pop Art with particularly striking works by Patrick Caulfied, Cy Twombly, Gerald Laing, Andy Warhol and Takashi Murakami.
Featured at the heart of the sale are nine rare prints (lots 100-108) from Matisse’s extraordinary Jazz portfolio, showcasing the enduring quality of his iconic pochoirs nearly 80 years after their production. The sale includes icons of British Art- Howard Hodgkin, Craigie Aitchinson, Lucian Freud and Bridget Riley and continues to highlight the work of contemporary Brits with recognisable editions by Damien Hirst, Tracey Emin, Grayson Perry and David Shrigley.
Lots will begin closing beginning at lot one from 18:00 on Sunday 28th January 2024, each subsequent lot will then close at 30 second intervals. If a bid is made in the final five minutes of a lot closing, the time for that item will extend for a further five minutes.
We recommend that you view any items you intend to purchase as refunds will not be issued for buyer's remorse. This does not affect your statutory rights.
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Condition Reports:
The deadline for condition report requests is 12:00 on Friday 26th January 2024 - a response to any enquiries received after this time cannot be guaranteed
Fashion Department Grading System
A+ Appears to be in new condition
A No apparent signs of wear
B Signs of gentle use or wear
C Signs of heavy use or some visible damage
D Poor condition may require restoration
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