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Jenner and Knewstub Correspondence Box |
Stock number: 9317 |
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£340.00 | |
This Victorian black leather bound stationary box is the exceptional quality you would expect from Jenner & Knewstub. They were suppliers of stationery boxes, jewellery boxes, dressing cases and similar items of quality from premises originally located at 33 St.James’s Street and then later, in 1862, at 66 Jermyn Street. London. I believe this example dates from the early 20thc. Their work was displayed at the International Exhibition of 1862 and at the International Exposition in Paris in 1878. They obtained many royal warrants including those of the Imperial Family of France, the Russian royal family, Queen Victoria and supplied the principal courts of Europe. The box interior has a number of divisions including one that comfortably holds today’s correspondence cards. It measures 6.5 inches (165mm) high x 8.75 inches (222mm wide) x 4.5 inches (114mm) deep. There is some wear to the base from being moved from place to place but otherwise it is in very good condition with a clean exterior and interior. An exceptional piece of writing equipment that will grace any desk, hall table or collection.
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Price: £340.00 | |
Chester 1879 - Continental Silver Bulldog Clip |
Stock number: 9469 |
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£345.00 | |
This intricate and mesmerizing continental silver bulldog clip with serpentine dragon design has import marks for Chester 1879. The hinged clasp is still in good working order and it is an impressive size measuring 75mm deep and 70mm wide. It is well hallmarked as you will see from the montage. A most impressive and useful piece of designed silver that will also be a beautiful item to own and use.
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Price: £345.00 | |
Walker & Hall Silver Table/Trinket Box with Gilded Interior - Sheffield 1905 |
Stock number: 9525 |
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£160.00 | |
This silver table/trinket box with gilded interior carries a hallmark for Sheffield 1905 and the Walker and Hall pennant trademark. It is 90mm long, 40mm deep and 30mm high. Condition is good with only minor age wear as can be seen from the images. The hinge is in good order and the box closes well. It is a lovely example of Edwardian elegance and style. | |
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Price: £160.00 | |
Peter Roas Vincent Series Paperweight - Signed and Dated |
Stock number: 9552 |
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£155.00 | |
This large and attractive paperweight was made by Peter Raos, a New Zealand glass artist, in 2002. It is part of his “Vincent” series. This particular example is signed and dated and portrays dark grapes and green foliage on a plum background. A heavy weight (695g.) and a good height at 85mm. A substantial piece of art glass from a recognised and talented designer | |
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Price: £155.00 | |
Commemorative Letter Opener - Waterman and Mordan - Chester 1908 |
Stock number: 9449 |
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£550.00 | |
This rare silver letter opener/bookmark was made for Waterman by pencil manufacturers and silversmiths Sampson Mordan & Co. and carries a hallmark for Chester, England 1908. You will see that the inscription states “Waterman’s Fountain Pen February 12th 1884 – 1909 plus the “Ideal” logo. It was made to commemorate Waterman’s 25th anniversary of trading. Waterman pens were little known in England before 1900 when Messrs. L.&C. Hardtmuth of Golden Lane, London became the sole agents, advertising them to the trade as “The Most Satisfactory Fountain Pens to Stock…”. In 1910, for political and public relations reasons, Mr. L.G. Sloan became head of “Hardtmuth’s newly built emporium, known as Koh-i-noor House in Kingsway (London) from where Waterman pens were dispatched to worldwide markets.” Sloan had a close friend (Harry Lambert Symonds) who worked for Sampson Mordan & Co. which explains the choice of silversmith. The “pig” design had been used by Mordan since at least 1898 as it appears in an illustrated catalogue of that date. Why Waterman chose the “pig” rather than the “owl” – another Mordan favourite – is unknown. It appears that this delightful letter opener/bookmark was created to send as a commemorative gift to retailers and prestige customers. I have seen one further example in its original Hardtmuth presentation case. This example, without its case and in good condition with some minor age wear (as can be seen in the montage) is priced accordingly. It measures 120mm long by 14mm deep. The pig stands 20mm high. A rare piece of fountain pen history. Source: “Waterman in England” Edward Eldred/The Stationery Trades Journal/S. Mordan & Co. Limited – Illustrated Catalogue for 1898. | |
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Price: £550.00 | |
Delightful Dutch Oval Silver Box c1890's |
Stock number: 9576 |
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£220.00 | |
This delightful Dutch silver oval box, dating from the late 1890’s, depicts a gentleman in an oval frame surrounded by roses, and is extensively decorated overall with scrolls and foliage. It has a vacant cartouche at either end and a landscape scene at front and rear. The hinge is sound and the lid well fitting. Measuring 70mm wide, 48mm deep and 27mm high it is in good condition with only minor age wear. | |
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Price: £220.00 | |
Irish Silver Circular Trinket/Pill Box with Glass Inserts on Lid |
Stock number: 9515 |
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£135.00 | |
This small Irish silver circular trinket/pill box has two glass inserts on the lid creating a pleasing and sparkling design. Of indeterminate age it carries a silver mark on the lid rim and on the base. In good condition, it measures 30mm across base and is 30mm high. | |
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Price: £135.00 | |
Substantial George VI Silver Mounted Rocker Blotter |
Stock number: 9588 |
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£180.00 | |
This generously sized silver mounted rocker blotter carries a hallmark for Birmingham 1950. Its clean, simple lines are a reflection of the style of the period. A good weight for the job at 277g it measures 135mm long and 60mm high. Condition is good with some age wear including a small impression on the top of the knob. This is reflected in the price. It does not detract from this substantial and impressive blotter which will see many more years of service. | |
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Price: £180.00 | |
William Manson Snr. Paperweight - 2001. No.1 of 1 |
Stock number: 9553 |
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£145.00 | |
This attractive and colourful limited edition paperweight was created by William Manson Senior who is a leading Scottish paperweight maker. He was apprenticed to Paul Ysart at Caithness in 1970 and went on to set up his own studio in 1997. This particular example of his work has scattered canes on a blue bed and is signed and dated 2001, No.1 of 1 to base. The text to base reads “William Manson Snr 2001 1 of 1” followed by “Joyce Manson”. Condition is very good with minimal age wear. It is a good size measuring 62mm at base. A very pretty paperweight from an excellent designer which will be a welcome addition to any collection. | |
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Price: £145.00 | |
S. Mordan & Co. Silver Owl Menu Stand with Glass Eyes - Chester 1905 |
Stock number: 9549 |
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£270.00 | |
This silver novelty owl menu or place stand with glass eyes was made by S. Mordan & Co. and carries a hallmark for Chester 1905. It also carries a Registered Design number of 433091. As you would expect it is quite small measuring 32mm in height and 25mm wide at base. It is a delightful object and will be equally at home holding a business card or joining a Mordan collection. | |
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Price: £270.00 | |