Auction Lots

Musical & Scientific Instruments, Cameras & Maritime On 14/05/2021

Musical & Scientific Instruments, Cameras & Maritime

14/05/2021

On 14th May, an interesting and varied catalogue goes under the hammer - starting with a small collection of Edwardian automobile brochures and followed by an assortment of scientific instruments including microscopes and drawing sets. Some really special items follow, most impressively a very rare Victorian cast-iron mechanical money box ‘The Wimbledon Bank’ estimated at £8,000 - 10,000 and an SS Titanic inquiry document dated 1912 with connection to one of the surviving crew members at £800 - 1,200, as well as other maritime collectibles including diorama, woolwork pictures, sextants etc. Leica M3 and other cameras and photographic equipment, a selection of musical instruments including French and German violins, guitars, wind instruments, and a collection of Status Quo tour memorabilia finish off a strong sale.

Lot 3078

Large 19th century iron bound oak travelling chest, of oblong form, the hinged lid with brass plate ...

Large 19th century iron bound oak travelling chest, of oblong form, the hinged lid with brass plate inscribed 'Mr. J. Watson, Surgeon, R.N' opening to reveal a plain interior on bun feet, with side carrying handles W102cm H72cm D63cm

B37524

SOLD £180

Lot 3090

Victorian sailor's small black painted pine chest, the interior of the hinged lid painted with a twi...

Victorian sailor's small black painted pine chest, the interior of the hinged lid painted with a twin-masted whaler with banner above inscribed 'J. Hooker', canted sides with painted rope twist handles on platform base W85cm D46cm H42cm

9101

SOLD £150