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Beswick Felia Rare David Hand’s Animaland Cartoon Figurine 1151

3 October 2011

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Felia has now been sold but see below for more great Beswick figures

I’m offering for sale a superb figurine of Felia, one of the characters within the David Hand’s Animaland series.

Felia was modelled by Arthur Gredington, measures 4 inches in height(10cm), was introduced in 1950 and and withdrawn in 1955.

Overall Felia is in excellent condition, just a little crazing due to age mainly to the front area, apart from that no chips or repairs, she has been well looked after.

Please see below photographs for backstamp details, and overall condition.

Felia has a high rarity value, and not many come to market, I’m asking £250.00 ono, which will include Worldwide registered postage.

To discuss and for further details please email me at:

Beswick Felia David Hand's Cartoon Character

Rare Felia Beswick David Hand's Animaland

For a little bit of background information about the creation and history regarding David Hand’s and his Animaland series click here

Beatrix Potter's Mrs Rabbit and Bunnies: Beswick Model

Current price:

£7.50

Type:

Auction

No. of bids so far:

1

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0d 3h 7m

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1960/70's Beswick Large Wendover Billy - Beagle

Current price:

£7.89

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4

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0d 3h 23m

Seller: eBay

1970's Beswick Pottery FIgure - Fox

Current price:

£2.50

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0

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0d 3h 23m

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BESWICK ?? - FOUR PIECE NOVELTY CERAMIC PORCELAIN CAT BAND

Current price:

£8.60

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No. of bids so far:

6

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0d 3h 26m

Seller: eBay

Beswick Pheasant curved tail

Current price:

£5.00

Type:

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0

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0d 5h 14m

Seller: eBay

Beswick Pheasant straight tail

Current price:

£5.00

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0

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0d 5h 15m

Seller: eBay

Paul Storr Silver Classical And Rococo London Silversmith 1771-1844

6 September 2011

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Paul Storr was a member of the Vintner’s Company apprenticed to William Rock, and probably taught by Andrew Fogelberg.
He was freed in 1792 and his first mark was formed in partnership with William Frisbee, but very soon after Paul Storr registered his own mark.
Paul Storr worked from Church St. Soho, London, his early work was not particularly of a high standard, but as his career progressed his skills also developed. One of his most famous creations that moved him to the top levels of the silversmith trade was the creation of the Portland gold font, commissioned for the christening of the 3rd Duke of Portland, this remarkably sold for nearly £1 million in 1985.
He received major commissions for banqueting plate, centrepieces, silver tea coffee sets etc. Paul Storr early work was in the Neo-Classical Style, then later in the Neo-Rococo style.
Other renowned Paul Storr silver creations was the Theocritus cup, a apir of 5 foot high candelabra by Flaxman.
Paul Storr mainly supplied the designs, his workmanship later in his career was of a high standard and attracted many commissions.
Today Paul Storr Silver work is considered of the highest standard is very desirable by collectors, pieces in good condition fetch considerable amounts. See below for some superb examples of Paul Storr silver being listed through eBay.

FINE ANTIQUE ENGLISH CAST SILVER LION FINIAL by PAUL STORR c.1812

Current price:
£73.00

Type:
Auction

No. of bids so far:
9

Ends in:
3d 6h 24m

Seller: eBay

Exquisite, Antique English Silver Marrow Scoop Paul Storr, London 1778

Current price:
£143.92

Type:
Auction

No. of bids so far:
6

Ends in:
6d 6h 0m

Seller: eBay

Victorian Silver Baby Rattle Mother Of Pearl 1899

11 August 2011

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This superb Victorian silver baby rattle has been sold but see below for more:
A Victorian silver baby rattle dated Birmingham 1899 and made, I believe, by Crisford & Norris Ltd. The Victorian silver baby rattle has two bell shaped rattles, and attached to the teething end by four silver arms, on the side is a ring.

Victorian/Edwardian EPNS policeman from a Babies Teething Ring/Rattle

Current price:

£3.00

Type:

Auction

No. of bids so far:

1

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2d 3h 44m

Seller: eBay

Victorian Silver Plated Baby Rattle

Current price:

£15.00

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Auction

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1

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2d 7h 29m

Seller: eBay

VICTORIAN STERLING SILVER TEDDY BEAR BABY RATTLE 1895 CHESTER 4 CM

Current price:

£4.99

Type:

Auction

No. of bids so far:

1

Ends in:

4d 6h 58m

Seller: eBay

VICTORIAN STYLE BABY RATTLE FOR A DOLLS HOUSE

Current price:

£2.99

Type:

Auction

No. of bids so far:

0

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5d 0h 21m

Seller: eBay

The silver baby rattle has to the top some dents, also the end that has the slot that you normally can see the ball is closed, so some attention needed.

I’ve not attempted to clean due to the intricate design, leaving it to someone who has a bit more experience of these items.

This lovely Victorian silver baby rattle measures 77mm long and 50mm across to the end of the bells.

Silver Belt Buckle Chinese Export Dragons And Flowers Beautiful

11 August 2011

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This fabulous Chinese silver belt buckle has been sold but see below for more great silver belt buckles:

I’m offering a superb Chinese Silver export Silver belt buckle, it is intricately designed with dragons and flowers, the silver belt buckle has also I believe the symbols of ‘Long Life and Happiness’, with silver marks on the reverse.

ANTIQUE CHINESE SILVER BELT BUCKLE

Current price:

£225.00

Type:

Auction

No. of bids so far:

0

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1d 6h 9m

Seller: eBay

Fine Antique Chinese Hallmarked Wang Hing Silver Dragon Belt Buckle Signed

Current price:

£4.80

Type:

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0

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6d 5h 25m

Seller: eBay

Late 19th Century Chinese Silver Panel Belt.

Current price:

£12.51

Type:

Auction

No. of bids so far:

7

Ends in:

7d 1h 42m

Seller: eBay

The Chinese silver buckle measures 70mm x 51mm and weighs just over 34 grams.

This beautifully crafted Chinese silver belt buckle is in excellent condition, but please click the above description or picture of the silver belt buckle for further details and photos.

Hester Bateman Georgian Antique Silver Female Silversmith

8 August 2011

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Antique Silver By Hester Bateman
Hester Bateman is probably the most famous female silversmith originating from London, she lived from 1708 to 1794, and not only could she manufacture silver products, she could also sell them! she was also a remarkable business women.

The silver pieces she produced varied from silver spoons, salt pots, silver sauce boats to silver teapots, her range of products was remarkable. Many items can still be bought for very reasonable prices, through dealers or online from such sites as eBay, see below:

Stunning 1774 George III SILVER Hester Bateman Jug 91g

Current price:

£82.00

Type:

Auction

No. of bids so far:

13

Ends in:

4d 5h 17m

Seller: eBay

Magnificent Georgian HESTER BATEMAN Coffee pot 1782 28ozs or 800grams no reserve

Current price:

£980.00

Type:

Auction

No. of bids so far:

1

Ends in:

4d 5h 34m

Seller: eBay

Georgian Silver sugar tongs - 1786 - 91 - Hester Bateman

Current price:

£79.99

Type:

Auction

No. of bids so far:

0

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6d 0h 12m

Seller: eBay

NICE HESTER BATEMAN SOLID SILVER TEASPOON 1780?

Current price:

£0.99

Type:

Auction

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0

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6d 4h 54m

Seller: eBay

STERLING SILVER PAIR HALLMARKED 1775 HESTER BATEMAN SERVING SPOONS NO RESERVE

Current price:

£15.49

Type:

Auction

No. of bids so far:

2

Ends in:

6d 5h 36m

Seller: eBay

Rare 18th Century Solid Silver Table/Serving Spoon - Hester Bateman 1776

Current price:

£56.00

Type:

Auction

No. of bids so far:

6

Ends in:

6d 5h 53m

Seller: eBay

It must be said that Hester Bateman’s work was not of the highest quality compared with many other silversmiths of the period. The silver sheet was often thin, so after a few years cleaning would wear through, also marks and designs would show a lot of surface wear detracting from the items appeal and so affect its value. Any antique silver Hester Bateman pieces found today if in top condition will go for a considerable premium.

Hester Batemans mark of HB was also used by other silversmiths, but it’s usually distinguishable by the flowing letters and curled letter ends. Many items of Hester Bateman’s work was sold on commission to retailers who would overstuck Hester’s mark with their own.

Hester Bateman started producing silver items for the domestic market in the 1760s, starting with silver flatware, particularly spoons and diverged out into other areas of domestic silverware. She retired in 1790 and the business was continued by her sons Peter and Jonathan Bateman, Jonathan was succeeded by his widow Ann and in 1800 joined by Hester’s grandson William. The family business was still making silver items until the death of William number two in the 1870s, so the business spanned from the hight of the neo-Classical to the great Victorian era.

Hester Bateman’s work is highly sought after, especially in good condition, even though it is agreed that William’s work was far the better. Many antique silver Hester Bateman items are sold to America who highly regard any pieces by the Bateman family, especially with the famous flowing marks of HB Hester Bateman.

Silver Napkin Ring Ornate Edge Named ‘Gillian’ 1919

6 August 2011

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This beautiful solid silver napkin ring has been sold, but look below for some more stunning sold silver napkin rings:
A nice solid silver napkin ring with the name ‘Gillian’ inscribed, dated Birmingham 1919 and the makers mark of W.H.S.