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SOLD – Zenith binoculars
An interesting and rare pair of silver coloured Zenith 10 x 20 binoculars that come with a brown leather case with soft red lining.
These small glasses have the following engraved into the body:
Zenith Coated Optics 10 x 20 Field 4° No. 51156
SOLD – steel filing cabinet
A clean example of an Art Deco era 4 drawer steel / metal filing cabinet of index card size.
There are 4 four drawers that all run freely - The condition is good - This is a heavy piece weighing approx 12 KG.
Approx measurements:
- Width = 16" / 41 cm
- Height = 13" / 33 cm
- Depth = 15.5" / 39 cm
- Weight = 12 KG
- Number of drawers = 4
SOLD – 1970’s pub mirror
This is a pre-owned and used pub or club sign from around the 1970's - Made of a glass mirror with the words "No Smoking" printed or painted onto the mirror is a very distinctive typeface of its time.
The mirror is framed in dark wood with golden gilt decoration and backed in hardboard - nailed and taped with a string attached for hanging.
The framed miror measures approx:
- Height = 8" / 20 cm
- Width = 30" / 76 cm
SOLD – Charlotte Fawley original
Charlotte Fawley is a artist with an extensive portfolio of work that has built through her long association with the Royal Opera House Covent Garden where she works as an invited artist.
This drawing features English ballet dancer Deborah Bull in the Royal Opera House production of Manon in 1998. In this production she played the role of Lescaut's Mistress.
This is an unmounted or framed original artwork hand-drawn in ink of ivory paper.
Measurements (A3):
- Width = 16.5" / 42 cm
- Height = 11.75" / 29.7 cm
SOLD – Mobo Prairie King horse
A vintage child's rocking horse made by Mobo in the 1950's and called "The Prairie King".
We are offering the horse only - with signs of patina (rust) and paint wear. The handles and footrests have been removed and are available on request.
A highly decorative piece that always raises a smile whilst nodding towards the bygone age of fairground gallopers.
SOLD – vintage optician’s trial lens set
An original vintage optician's optometry optical full trial lens set with lenses housed in a slotted tray that lifts out of the purpose built wooden case.
All the slots within the case have a lens and there are extra lenses provided. We believe that this set dates back to around the 1930's though would love to hear your thoughts on whether you agree or disagree.
SOLD – 8 drawer 1930’s cabinet
A clean example of an Art Deco era 8 drawer filing cabinet made by Stone. This is an example of the Stone's "Popular" Series of Cabinets and has the "cut away" style of drawers with brass handles.
This cabinet is an 8 drawer model - a 4 drawer configuration was also available. Both could be ordered in different sizes and with cut away or flush sided drawers.
The approx dimensions of this cabinet are:
- Width = 18.5" / 47 cm
- Height = 10.5" / 27 cm
- Depth = 14.5" / 37 cm
SOLD – Spanish M21 helmet
An original M21 helmet from the Spanish Civil war.
The M21helmet was the first to be locally produced in Spain and was known as "Sin Ala" - Without Wings - due to the straight sides of the helmet.
12,000 were produced in 1926 before being replaced by the M-26 helmet "Con Ala" - With Wings.
This example has its original brown leather lining with metal rings built in to attach the strap - There is no strap with this helmet.
SOLD – “It’s Thrilling”
This is a pre-owned and used painted sign from a fairground ride dating from the late 20th century.
Being one of a series, each with a different message to tell the wider story of the ride. This one saying "It's Thrilling"
The sign measures (at its widest points) approximately:
- Height = 10.5" / 27 cm
- Width = 34" / 87 cm
- Thickness = 0.25" / 0.5 cm
SOLD – Charlotte Fawley ROH 1998
Charlotte Fawley is a artist with an extensive portfolio of work that has built through her long association with the Royal Opera House Covent Garden where she works as an invited artist.
This drawing features Russian ballet dancer Igor Zelensky in the Royal Opera House production of the Romeo & Juliet in 1998. In this production he played Romeo to Darcey Bussell's Juliet.
This is an unmounted or framed original artwork hand-drawn in ink of ivory paper.
Measurements (A3):
- Width = 16.5" / 42 cm
- Height = 11.75" / 29.7 cm
SOLD – Kodak Six-16 Model C
A pre-owned and used example of of a near antique Kodak Six-16 Model C folding bellows camera - Made in the UK in the 1920's and being in the region of 90 years old.
Supplied with an original Kodak leather case, it has not been film tested and is being sold as untested and as found, on the understanding that its sale is primarily for spares or as collectable item for display purposes.
This particular camera is in lovely condition for its age though you may wish to give it a clean - the shutter fires as expected and though a little stiff it opens and closes easily.
SOLD – 1940’s Adding Machine
London Computator Corporation Sumlock 912/S - Sterling currency adder in good shape for its age (1941)
SOLD – 1980’s fruit-machine panel
A late 20th century arcade game / slot machine "Wheel of Wealth" front panel
It is opaque as it would have been lit from behind when on the machine with a series of lights mimicking a moving roulette wheel.
A fun and colourful addition to any room.
Approximate measurements:
- Diameter = 15 " / 38 cm
- Thickness = 1/8th " / 3m
SOLD – SS Michelangelo poster
This is a large and clean vintage poster of Italian cruise liner the SS Michelangelo at the busy Italian Line pier in New York with West Side Highway traffic in the foreground.
The poster is taken from an original artwork painted by A. Brenet in 1966 or 1967 and is printed in 4 colours on heavy paper stock. There is a wide white border around the main image to the edge of the paper.
The approximate measurements are:
- Height = 15" / 38 cm
- Width = 22.5" / 57 cm
SOLD – Eumig C3R 8mm cine camera
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SOLD – 46″ RAF speaker horn
A large vintage Grampian SP25 long throw speaker horn reputedly from an Royal Air Force base in Wiltshire UK where it was most likely used as part of a PA system.
- Approx measurements:
- Height: 46" / 117 cm
- Width at widest point: 22.5" / 57 cm
- Weight: 7kg
- Driver 15 ohms / 25 watts
SOLD – The Sea Lady – fairground art
An original hand painted sign that reads The Sea Lady. This is a large and very study / heavy piece that will be a statement in any setting. Painted on reclaimed wood by a professional sign-writer of some 30+ years as a decorative interior piece for any setting.
The Sea Lady measures approx:
- Width: 39" / 100 cm
- Height: 9" / 23 cm
- Depth: 0.75" / 2 cm
SOLD – Bellini print in decorative frame
An impressively framed early print of the Doge Leonardo Loredano by Giovanni Bellini originally painted in 1501 and now displayed in the National Gallery in London.
This print was published by AC Black of Soho Square London and is part of the Menpes Series of Great Masters.
The frame appears to be made of moulded paper or paper-mâché that has a golden gilt finish. There are signs of wear to the frame that can be clearly seen in the photographs and add a certain charm and authenticity to the piece as a whole.
The frame is glazed with a wooden back and a paper covering that includes the publishers label.
The print is showing some signs of age, foxing etc and the overall piece may benefit from a clean - or not depending on your preference.
The frame measures approx:
- Width: 21" / 54 cm
- Height: 26" / 66 cm
- Width: 12.5" / 32 cm
- Height: 17" / 44 cm
SOLD – Pentacon Penti II
This is a very clean Pentacon Penti II which appears to be in original and unused condition.
Included in the original box are:
- The Pentacon Penti II with the Meyer-Optik Domiplan V 1:3.5 / 30mm lens
- An unused lens hood in its original tissue paper wrapping
- A clear/white lens cap
- The original two part cardboard box packaging
- The original Instruction manual
- Original Guarantee card
