Here, Dr Richard Halliday, Head of Curated Ceramics and Hansons’ Staffordshire saleroom, Bishton Hall, shares his five favourite lots in the Fine Art and Collectors sale at Bishton on September 22. More than 600 lots will go under the hammer including everything from jewellery, silver and clocks to furniture, art and all manner of collectables. Opening prices start from as little as £5.
Mourning Ring | Lot 1
George III mourning ring, the swivel panel of rectangular form set up to one side hair plait and gold initials within border of pearls, the other side set rectangular carnelia, within openwork shoulders, the shank engraved ‘Mrs Chapman, Ob. 21 Oct. 1796, together with a Victorian 9ct brooch. £300-£400
High Tea 60s Silver | Lot 25
A mid 20th century Elizabeth II silver four-piece tea set, the teapot, sugar bowl and milk jug hallmarked Sheffield 1964 and the hot-water jug hallmarked London 1962, all raised on four bun feet, gross weight approx 2,095g. £600-£800
Chandelier | Lot 426
An exceptional French ormolu and cut glass 18-light chandelier by Baccarat, Paris, early 20th century. The central baluster stem issuing six triform candle branches, suspended with swags of faceted beads and clear glass lustres, 107cm drop, 81cm wide. £1,500-£2,000.
Dumbwaiter | Lot 415
A George III mahogany, two-tier dumbwaiter, circa 1820, circular shape graduate dished graduated plateau, twisted column raised on three acanthus carved cabriole supports. £40-£60.
Antique Violin | Lot 428
An Arnold Voight (1864-1952) violin, 19th century, cased with two unmarked bows. £400-£600
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