A typical wonderful surrealist picture by the popular artist George Spiro. Signed both front and back with a dedication as a gift to a friend. History.George was born in Poland in 1909 and moved to France in 1942. By the end of WWII he signed up with the French army and later became a citizen of France. In 1946, after his wife dies in a concentration camp, Spiro exhibits a dozen of his works in London. The success of the shows prompted Spiro to devote his life to art. In 1948, he exhibited in France for the first time where he received the ‘Young Artist Award’. He later showed in Bern, Germany and Cannes, France before travelling to the United States to exhibit art in 1950. Spiro died 1994.

A signed and dated oil on canvas dated 1907 by Charles Fouqueray. Titled ‘A busy dockside scene’. HistoryHe studied at the Ecole des Beaux in Paris under Alexandre Cabanel and Fernand Cormon. More commonly known for his small war pencil sketches and posters, this is one of his few large oil paintings he did.

An exquisite 17th century oyster veneered and seaweed marquetry chest on bun feet. The chest is in great condition with good patina all over. Delivery free within 250 radius. Further distance maybe extra - please enquire.

A stunning late 19th century French ‘Boulle’ cut brass inlaid scarlet tortoiseshell centre table with serpentine top with a cast gilt metal border over a single frieze drawer with mask escutcheon, upon cabriole legs.

An attractive Oak Welsh dresser with great warm colour and patina. The base has two rows of short drawers with ivory back plates. Ready to go into any home.

A rare Regency Snakewood work table giving the distinctive patination to the wood with two drawers to the front including key on claw feet with casters. Circa 1820's

A fine silver nurses buckle by Wang Hing, Hong Kong, Circa 1900. The buckle is in great condition thought with signs of wear on the dragon or flowers and no signs of any repairs. Clear stamp marks with 'WH' for Wang Hing and '90' for the silver purity.

A beatuiful mid-Victorian bird's eye work table, made from Maple on a trestle support and finely detailed legs. With two drawers this makes an ideal writing table, one drawer to store papers and files, and the other to store inkwells and smaller work/stationary items, some of which can be hidden away. Great condition.

A late Victorian Royal Doulton Posy Vase. Beautifully painted and glazed with original markings and date imprinted on the base of the vase: Doulton Lambeth 1877 and makers mark.  

An 1885 German Silver Medal with the image of Prince Georg Adolph. This medal would have been awarded between 1885-1890, and were awarded for outstanding service to Prince and Country. Good condition.

A collection of mid-20th Century heavy silver gilt spoons, displayed in an authentic, padded presentation box. All six spoons are in great condition and contain hallmarks which date these items back to 1958. Each spoon is also imprinted with the maker's mark, C. J. Vander, Sheffield.

A beautiful Georgian longcase 8 day clock that also has a rare clock face, which represents the four seasons. In great condition, this case can be opened and locked with ease using the key included, the clock face can also be opened up. The details in the woodwork makes for a very regal, authentic clock that is representative of its era. Fully working.

An intresting coin which originated from Monnaie de Paris, France and dates back to 1784 during the reign of King Louis XVI. The front of the coin depicts a crowned oval escutcheon, also known as 'three fleurs-de-lis'. On the reverse, an image of the 45th King of France, Louis XVI - the 'restorer'.

Early 20th Century Royal Doulton Vase. This piece is beautifully painted, decorated and glazed for an attractive finish. With the original Royal Doulton markings on the base of the vase, this piece dates back to 1922-1956. 

A beautifully crafted 19th Century Walnut kidney writing table, with cabriole legs. This piece is finely decorated with cherub-like brass mounts and inlaid flowers. Good condition.

Circa 1880's Solitaire Board. A great, simple game for all ages to enjoy. Includes complete set of beautifully crafted glass marbles by Arther F Watson, Hastings. The board sits on 4 small rounded legs and is in good condition.

Interesting skin and fur twin ended Shaman's Rattle. Traditional instrument used by Shaman's as a way of healing and contacting spirits. The sound of the rattle considered to be the voice of the spirits.

Two attractive 18th Century pewtar spoons, dating back to around 1770. Both spoon handles are crafted with beautiful, fine, detailed markings (marriage and tudor details). Great Georgian peices.

A gold 1794 half guinea. Unfortunatly it's been drilled at some point in it's life for a pendant or braclet.  Weight 4.1grams.

A Water colour by British artist 'Curtius Duassut' signed and dated 1897. Incased in gilt frame with glass covering.  

A Victorian Cranberry Wine glass 13 cms high.  20 avalible in cranberry, blue and green colour.

A rare mid Victorian Coromandal wood desk with pull out sides and central writing slop. 

A stunning C18th Continental Goncalo Alves & walnut cabinet on stand, the upper part fitted 2 doors, beneath a stepped pediment fitted 1 long drawer opening to reveal an interior of fitted drawers around a central lockable cupboard with further drawers. There is also a secret compartment hidden away within the cabinet. The stand is fitted with one long drawer & supported on turned barley twist legs, stretcher & standing on ball feet.

A 17th Century Walnut, oyster Olivewood and marquetry cabinet on stand. The interior with an arrangement of moulded drawers around a central door revealing further small drawers, the inside of the principal doors with large panels of floral marquetry and decorated brass locks and bolts, the later stand fitted with three drawers, on spiral legs with stretchers.

A pair of sub-saharan Africa Waterbuck antlers. Modelled by renowned taxidermist Rowland Ward. 1848 -1912. The horns are in good order thought-out and are well mounted.

An elegant Dutch marquetry inlaid serving table on tapered legs. Circa 1850

Nest of 19th Century Troy Brass Weights. A set of 10 weights, all marked from 10oz. - 2oz. and have orignal hallmarks 'V5R'. An interesting piece, in good condition.

A Victorian Snuff Box with beautifully delicate mother of pearl inlay of tree and bird. Black, wooden, light-weight box, with hinged lid. Good condition.

This beautifully crafted glass vase will add a splash of colour to any household. With a mix of greens, blues, and browns this vase stands at 32cm. Great condition.

A piece of history with these binoculars from World War I. Zoomable eye pieces to focus the viewing, with a metal hinge to suit anyone. These military binoculars are marked with 'Spindler & Hotyer Gottingen'.

A beautifully painted, glazed and finished Moorcroft vase, with intricate detailing to add flowers to this regal blue item. With orignal William John Moorcroft markings on the base of the vase and dated '96.

A great, Vicotorian Ivory Draught set, a game that's fun for all the family. In good condition, this set comprises of 15 Red and 15 White draughts, with two beakers and two dice. 

An interesting, authentic 19th Century Bone Handled Knife. Complete with a thick leather blade cover and carefully crafted handle.

An interesting historial old silver coin dating back to the era of George II, 1757. This coin shows a series of Crowned Cruciform Shields, on the reverse an image of George II himself.

A delicate Gold Half Soverigne which dates back to 1899 and is in great condition. This coin pictures, on one side, St George slaying the Dragon; on the other side, the head of an Older Queen Victoria, which is often referred to as the 'Old Head'. A portrait that depicts Victoria mourning for the late Prince Albert.

A beautiful Georgian glass jug, that has been cut delicatley to enhance this carefully crafted piece. A great centre piece for any dinner party.

20th Century pair of beautifully decorated, inlaid brass, fluted vases. These matching pieces are carefully detailed with hints of orange and teal to brighten these decorative vases. With possible Indian origins. Good condition.

An exquisite late 17th Century marquetry chest on bracket feet. This chest comprises of 2 small and 3 long spacious drawers, with pretty tear-drop handles, that can be locked as required (key is included). This item is beautifully detailed on 4 sides with well-crafted inlays of birds and flowers. Good condition piece. 

Fully working vintage bakelite telephone with pull-back dialing. Connection cable (approx. 3.4m) in good condition. RTT-56-B Belgium Telephone with markings on base.

Marble Bust signed by Richard Aurili (1834-1914) - an Italian Sculptor who exhibited his work in Paris. Signature on lower back right of bust. Good condition.

Beautifully decorated and textured ceramic jug. Stamped with both 'Doulton Lambeth England' and 'Doulton & Slaters Patent'. Good condition.

A well presented George III (1760 - 1820) Mahogany & Satinwood banded chest on chest with brush slide.

A 18th Century Walnut and cross banded chest of drawers on a three drawer base raised on cabriole legs.

An attractive and substantial Victorian cut lead crystal vase with cranberry overlay. No damage to vase and good signs of wear to base consistant with age.

A large Wildebeest head & neck mount in good order.  No fur loss. Some minor spliting to nose and right ear.

A great example of a George III silver wine coaster. Pierced silver work with floral decoration and clear date letter marks showing London 1768. Monogrammed letters of GR. In excellent overall order with replacement felt on the bottom.

A fine example of a 19th century overmantle mirror flanked by two demi-lune shelves. Gilded framework with shell, acanthus and geometric detail. 

A great example of a 19th century Rosewood Rent Table with revolving top, drawers to the sides and a tooled red leather top.

An 18th Century treen apple corer or cheese scoop, with pierced cage.

A 1930's 13inch diameter terrestrial paper mache globe seated on a stepped wooden base with inserted compass.  The globe shows Thailand as Siam which changed it's name in 1939. The globe shows signs of some wear with nicks and some rubbing.

Elliot Bros of London brass compass.  Circa 1860's.  Complete with original leather case. In good working order.

A great quality 17th century oak hand carved chest / coffer. The coffer is of classic joined construction with dowelled mortise and tenon joints with ornate carved panels to the front.

Three rare labled green ribbed Victorian Apothecary Bottles with original stoppers and lables.   Condition : The Arsenic lable has a section missing on the left hand side and the cocain stopper is stuck in.   Any questions, please ask.

A Henry Wilkinson Sword commissioned by A.E. Lawrence of the Kings Royal Rifles on the 11th October 1909.  Some stitching has come away on the scabbard shaft, but other wise in good order.

Victorian paper mache lunette case.

A 60 piece complete vintage cutlery set never used in its original oak box comprising 6 side knives and forks, 6 main knives and forks, 6 tea spoons, 6 coffee spoons 6 dessert spoons, 6 soup spoons, 2 serving spoons, carving knife, carving fork and sharpener.  Made by James Lodge Ltd, Sheffield, England.

A Victorian Petit Point and cross stitch Tapestry in a Maple frame. The tapestry still holds its vibrant colours, with no obvious signs of wear.

A good example of a Georgian Copper Kettle.

A solid silver butter knife in good condition with no significant marks are dents.  Clear stamp marks. Dated London 1873

A pair of Royal Doulton Lambeth vases. Good condition with no chips or cracks.

Victorian crumb scoop with bone handle and silver collar. Dated Sheffield 1897.

A fine carved marble horses head sculpture, carved from a single piece of marble.

Antique Burr Walnut Kidney Shaped Writing Table This beautiful antique writing table in burr walnut was originally supplied by the London firm of Edwards and Roberts. It still has the original label to the underside of the top. The frieze is fitted with two mahogany lined drawers with hand cut dovetail joints and the original locks.  The table stands on well turned and carved end supports with cabriole legs, a cross stretcher and the original gilt brass and white ceramic castors. The combination of the beautiful decorative timbers, the kidney shape and the known London supplier make this a rare and desirable table.

Victorian Magic Lantern Projector.  Original black metal chimney and rear curtain on Mahogany base with moulded edge. Two spare lenses and various slides. Storage box included.

A French burr walnut card tale with ormolu and serpentine front.  Circa 1880

Walnut Knee Hole Desk. Great quality etc,etc