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Antiques

by Lyon & Turnbull

Platinum House 359 lots with images

February 18, 2012

Live Auction

33 Broughton Place

Edinburgh, EH1 3RR United Kingdom

Phone: +44 (0)131 557 8844

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Viewing NotesThursday 16th February 10am - 7pm Friday 17th February 10am - 5pm Morning of Sale from 9am

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MODEL POND BOAT 87cm high

Lot 200: MODEL POND BOAT 87cm high

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Description: MODEL POND BOAT of typical form, with wooden hull and cotton sails, mounted on a wooden base 87cm high

Condition Report: Deck = 56.5cm wide/across Condition Disclaimer Under the Conditions of Sale applicable to the sale of the lot, buyers must satisfy themselves as to each and every aspect of the quality of the lot, including (without limitation) its authorship, attribution, condition, provenance, authenticity, age, suitability and origin. Lots are sold on an 'as is' basis but the actual condition of the lot may not be as good as indicated by its outward appearance. In particular parts may have been replaced or renewed and lots may not be authentic or of satisfactory quality. Any statement in relation to the lot is merely an expression of opinion of the seller or Lyon & Turnbull and should not be relied upon as an inducement to bid on the lot. Lots are available for inspection prior to the sale and you are strongly advised to examine any lot in which you are interested prior to the sale. Our condition report has not been prepared by a professional conservator, restorer or engineer.

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PAIR OF PAPIER MACHE HAND-HELD FACE SCREENS 34.5cm high (screen), 47 x 37cm (frame)

Lot 201: PAIR OF PAPIER MACHE HAND-HELD FACE SCREENS 34.5cm high (screen), 47 x 37cm (frame)

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Description: PAIR OF PAPIER MACHE HAND-HELD FACE SCREENS each of shaped form, with a painted scene of Highland figures and animals, on a carved ivory handle, mounted and framed (2) 34.5cm high (screen), 47 x 37cm (frame)

Condition Report: Please note neither item in this lot has been examined outwith their glazed frames. - One with notable crack and repair to paper mache by handle - Both with crazing to fan glaze overall - Several notable chips, losses and nicks - Some rubbing and wear to painted decoration - Handles with some cracks, dirt and possible repairs - Framed in reasonable condition, some chips and nicks, small section of loss to gilt wood. Condition Disclaimer Under the Conditions of Sale applicable to the sale of the lot, buyers must satisfy themselves as to each and every aspect of the quality of the lot, including (without limitation) its authorship, attribution, condition, provenance, authenticity, age, suitability and origin. Lots are sold on an 'as is' basis but the actual condition of the lot may not be as good as indicated by its outward appearance. In particular parts may have been replaced or renewed and lots may not be authentic or of satisfactory quality. Any statement in relation to the lot is merely an expression of opinion of the seller or Lyon & Turnbull and should not be relied upon as an inducement to bid on the lot. Lots are available for inspection prior to the sale and you are strongly advised to examine any lot in which you are interested prior to the sale. Our condition report has not been prepared by a professional conservator, restorer or engineer.

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THREE MAHOGANY KNIFE BOXES 36cm high (highest)

Lot 202: THREE MAHOGANY KNIFE BOXES 36cm high (highest)

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Description: THREE MAHOGANY KNIFE BOXES each of conventional serpentine form, one with reeded inlay and converted to a stationary box, one with brass mounts and original interior, and one with interior void (3) 36cm high (highest)

Condition Report: a) - Some losses and replacements to reeded inlay - One hinge broken - Cracks and slight lifting to veneers - Some losses and replacements to moulding - Has been converted to stationary box - Old marks and scratches consistant with age and use b) - Veneers dry and cracked throughout, some losses - Some losses to moulding - Some brass pieces, possibly replacements - Some tarnishing to brass pieces - Hinges loose - Interior well worn, some staining - Losses to underside, some screws/nails lacking c) - Veneers dry, scratched, stained and cracked throughout, with a notable lifting on knide box lid. - Losses to moulding and inlay - Void interior well worn, wood rough - Old marks and scratches consistant with age and use Condition Disclaimer Under the Conditions of Sale applicable to the sale of the lot, buyers must satisfy themselves as to each and every aspect of the quality of the lot, including (without limitation) its authorship, attribution, condition, provenance, authenticity, age, suitability and origin. Lots are sold on an 'as is' basis but the actual condition of the lot may not be as good as indicated by its outward appearance. In particular parts may have been replaced or renewed and lots may not be authentic or of satisfactory quality. Any statement in relation to the lot is merely an expression of opinion of the seller or Lyon & Turnbull and should not be relied upon as an inducement to bid on the lot. Lots are available for inspection prior to the sale and you are strongly advised to examine any lot in which you are interested prior to the sale. Our condition report has not been prepared by a professional conservator, restorer or engineer.

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SPRUCE AND MAPLE VIOLIN, BEARING LABEL FOR ANDREAS GUARNERIUS, WITHIN A FITTED CASE BY HILL OF LONDON LATE 19TH CENTURY length of ba...

Lot 203: SPRUCE AND MAPLE VIOLIN, BEARING LABEL FOR ANDREAS GUARNERIUS, WITHIN A FITTED CASE BY HILL OF LONDON LATE 19TH CENTURY length of ba...

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Description: SPRUCE AND MAPLE VIOLIN, BEARING LABEL FOR ANDREAS GUARNERIUS, WITHIN A FITTED CASE BY HILL OF LONDON LATE 19TH CENTURY with two piece figured back and labelled 'Andreas Guarnerius fecit Cremona Sub titulo Sanctae Terefiae 1717', with double purfling and rosewood tuning pegs, in a custom made well fitted burr walnut case, the ivory maker's cartouche signed 'W.E Hill & Sons, Violin Makers, 38 New Bond Street, London', the plush green velvet and burr veneered interior with three lidded compartments and two bows length of back 36cm, width 21cm

Condition Report: - case: some light surface marks & wear, interior with some moulding lacking to inside rim, lining with 1 small tear, generally reasonable condition. - Splits running from bottom of pierced scroll to edges, one large repaired split from right hand side to tail. -surface with some wear & marks. Condition Disclaimer Under the Conditions of Sale applicable to the sale of the lot, buyers must satisfy themselves as to each and every aspect of the quality of the lot, including (without limitation) its authorship, attribution, condition, provenance, authenticity, age, suitability and origin. Lots are sold on an 'as is' basis but the actual condition of the lot may not be as good as indicated by its outward appearance. In particular parts may have been replaced or renewed and lots may not be authentic or of satisfactory quality. Any statement in relation to the lot is merely an expression of opinion of the seller or Lyon & Turnbull and should not be relied upon as an inducement to bid on the lot. Lots are available for inspection prior to the sale and you are strongly advised to examine any lot in which you are interested prior to the sale. Our condition report has not been prepared by a professional conservator, restorer or engineer.

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CAST IRON MODEL OF A DOG 26cm high

Lot 204: CAST IRON MODEL OF A DOG 26cm high

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Description: CAST IRON MODEL OF A DOG modelled as a sitting dog on a naturalistic base 26cm high

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