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LOT 1990
Cased Georgian and Later Clay Pipe Collection
1840-1910 A.D.
25 5/8 x 14 3/8 in. (4.85 kg total, 65 x 36.5 cm).
Collection of mainly white-clay moulded smoking pipes; many with a caricature head forming the bowl, such as a bearded man or a lady wearing a bonnet; also a child's toy pipe and cigarette holders; mounted in a felt-lined glazed wooden display case; many of these objects are published in the Detector Finds book series. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968.
LiteratureCf. Bailey, G., Detector Finds 3, Witham, 1997, p.48-51.
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Framed Watercolour Painting
Persia, 20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £7
Depicting a series of lavish tents erected in a green landscape, populated by a prince and men in attendance of a punishment, dark blue arboreal border, Indian workmanship; mounted in a reveal and a glazed wooden frame. 915 grams, 37.5 x 30 cm
Very fine condition.
Acquired on the UK art market, 1980s-1990s. The Woodbridge collection of Indo-Persian art. -
Post Medieval Gold 'Chain' Ring with Garnet Gabochon
19th-20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £195
The shoulders with voided chain-link detailing, stepped bezel with inset garnet cabochon. 1.78 grams, 22.40 mm overall, 16.80 mm internal diameter (approximate size British M, USA 6, Europe 12.46, Japan 12)
From the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968. -
Gemstone Collection
19th-20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £130
Comprising a female bust, biga on a baseline, erotic scene, kneeling figure (abraded); each supplied with a museum-quality impression. 6.94 grams total, 11-19 mm
Private collection, England.
