Auction Alert: 20th Century Art and Design sale

Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien bird ashtray

A 20th Century Art and Design sale takes place on Tuesday 26th September 2023 at 4pm. It’s being held by Gildings Auctioneers who are based in Market Harborough, Leicestershire.

There’s so much on offer that we simply love; mid-century modern items and contemporary art by a couple of my favourite female linocut artists – Angie Lewin and Angela Harding. My favourite item though – although I’ve never smoked – is a cute, metalwork ashtray in the shape of a bird produced by Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien in Austria.

The auction house’s buyer’s premium is 24% inc. VAT (with a minimum charge of £8) on top of the hammer price of each lot.

Keith Murray for Wedgwood, ribbed globe Football vase

Lot 543: Keith Murray for Wedgwood, a ribbed globe Football vase

Shape 4196, Moonstone glaze, facsimile signature above ‘Wedgwood Made in England’ in green, height 18.5cm.
Estimate: £100 – £150

A Nursery Alphabet mug designed by Eric Ravilious for Wedgwood

Lot 545: A Nursery Alphabet mug

Designed by Eric Ravilious for Wedgwood. With blue banding, factory backstamp, 8.3cm high.
Estimate: £200 – £300

Eric Ravillious, Letter Makers - The Luminor Sign Co.

Lot 546: Eric Ravillious, Letter Makers – The Luminor Sign Co.

Unsigned, lithograph, 21 x 14cm.
Estimate: £150 – £200

Set of five ALIG Imperial Glass Company highball glasses

Lot 549: Set of five ALIG Imperial Glass Company highball glasses

Spanish Windows design, gilt outlines, each 15cm. (5)
Estimate: £100 – £200

Oiva Toikka for Iittala - Bullfinch glass bird

Lot 551: Oiva Toikka for Iittala, a Bullfinch glass bird

Applied label, 14cm.
Estimate: £50 – £80

Svensk Gense Swedish ebony and stainless-steel cutlery set

Lot 552: Svensk Gense Swedish ebony and stainless-steel cutlery set

Swedish ebony and stainless-steel cutlery set, Focus de Luxe design.
Estimate: £100 – £150

Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien bird ashtray

Lot 555: A 1950s novelty ashtray, by Hagenauer

Designed in the form of a bird with a triangular body, the tail forming the cigarette rest, stamped ‘Handmade HAGENAUER WIEN’, ‘Made in Austria, with wHw logo, width 14,5cm, height 13cm.
Estimate: £80 – £120

Angela Harding, British, 20th century, 'Hare Run'

Lot 592: Angela Harding, British, 20th century, Hare Run

Limited edition colour print, signed, titled and numbered 2/45, 44x46cm, and another print, winter scene, 32x41cm. (2)
Estimate: £100 – £200

Angie Lewin, British, 20th century, 'The Moonlit Cup'

Lot 593: Angie Lewin, British, 20th century, The Moonlit Cup

Signed, titled, marked ‘A/P’ artist proof in pencil, linocut, image 56.5x43cm.
Estimate: £80 – £120

Paul Karslake - 'Frankie', painted cabinet 2014


Lot 644: Paul Karslake FRSA, (1958-2020) Frankie, 2014


An original spray-painted and lacquered cabinet, fitted with cupboard above two drawers, the front painted with an iconic image of Boris Karloff as Frankenstein’s monster, with lace and cracked line design to top and sides, signed and dated 2014, width 81cm, depth 50cm, height 115cm. Acquired 2019 from Linda Karslake Paint Studio, Selby.
Estimate: £300 – £500

Auction Alert: The Collection of Marie-Claude Lalique

Lalique Crystal Paperweight, Eagle Tête d'Aigle Head

We’ve featured the work of René Lalique on a few occasions here on the blog. However, the Collection of Marie-Claude Lalique (René’s granddaughter) must be the largest, single-owner selection and the highest quality examples of his works we’ve ever seen!

272 lots are available; jewellery, drinkware, serveware, furniture, desk accessories etc. will be sold on Sunday 10th Sep 2023, 2pm EDT.

The upcoming auction of Marie-Claude Lalique, granddaughter of renowned glass artist Rene Lalique, is set to be a momentous event, featuring over 250 Lalique items encompassing vases, bowls, perfume bottles, furniture, figurines, and more. This exceptional assembly pays homage to Lalique’s legacy, showcasing the seamless fusion of artistry and functionality that characterizes their style.

The sale takes place in Florida via the Lion and Unicorn saleroom; therefore, estimates are in US dollars. International shipping is possible – so bidding isn’t a problem if you’re based elsewhere! There’s a buyer’s premium (inc. VAT/sales tax) of 25% on top of the final hammer price.

Lalique Green Crystal Cabochon Bracelet

Lot 2: Lalique Green Crystal Cabochon Bracelet

Bracelet with five crystal cabochons and a fold-over clasp. Lalique France stamped inside and on the clasp. Dimensions: 7.5″L x 1″W
Estimate: $200 – $800

2pc Lalique Aqua Blue Crystal Cabochon Bracelet and 14K Gold Ring

Lot 3: 2pc Lalique Aqua Blue Crystal Cabochon Bracelet and 14K Gold Ring

14k stamped inside band. Ring size 7. Bracelet with five aqua crystal cabochons and measures 7.5″L x 1″W. Lalique France stamp.
Estimate: $200 – $800

Lalique Crystal Car Mascot, Victoire Mascot, Paperweight

Lot 17: Lalique Crystal Cactus Perfume Bottle

A fogged crystal perfume bottle made to resemble a cactus with black points for the cactus spikes. Signed Lalique France. Dimensions: 3.25″L x 3.25″W x 4″H
Estimate: $10 – $200

Lalique Crystal Perfume Bottle, Duncan

Lot 25: Lalique Crystal Perfume Bottle, Duncan

A clear bottle with reliefs of nude dancers on frosted center panel on both the front and back. Includes frosted stopper. Lalique France etched on the base. Dimensions: 3.5″L x 2″W x 7.74″H
Estimate: $200 – $800

Lalique Crystal Coffee Table, Three Lioness

Lot 43: Lalique Crystal Coffee Table, Three Lioness

Astonishing four curved frosted glass panels delicately embossed with an art deco style of leopards in the forest. The panels are mounted into the chrome base and secured by channels. Signed Lalique France. Issued: c. 1990
Estimate: $8,000 – $20,000

Marie-Claude Lalique: Three Panel with Glass Flowers Screen

Lot 44: Marie-Claude Lalique (French, 1935-2003) Three Panel with Glass Flowers Screen

Rare, one-of-a-kind, handmade by Marie-Claude Lalique. Wood frame with bronze hardware. The mixed media design of relief glass flowers and branches with dominate colors of black, silver, and gold was used. Signature painted lower right panel MC Lalique. Artist: Marie-Claude Lalique (French, 1935-2003)
Estimate: $15,000 – $22,000

Rene Lalique Femme Face Plaque and Frame

Lot 50: Rene Lalique Femme Face Plaque and Frame

A heavily molded plaque of a woman’s face with pearl decoration in contrasting frosted and clear glass. This is an original Lalique glass plaque exclusively designed and created by Rene Lalique. This plaque is attributed to the original Cote D’Azur Pullman Express, A deluxe train which ran from December 9, 1929, Until May circa 1932. The design elements, glassware and interior design elements for the train’s restaurant cars were provided by Lalique. Lalique’s founder, René Lalique, was commissioned to create decorative panels, lighting fixtures, and glassware for the train, which was renowned for its opulence and extravagance. These pieces are highly coveted by collectors and are considered to be valuable artifacts of the train’s history. Dimensions: 13″L x 13″W x 1.5″H
Estimate: $5,000 – $8,000

Lalique Crystal Paperweight, Eagle Tête d'Aigle Head

Lot 64: Lalique Crystal Paperweight, Eagle Tête d’Aigle Head

This Lalique sculpture of an Eagle Head, known as Tête d’Aigle, is a stunning piece of art that was originally designed as a car radiator cap, this sculpture features a combination of frosted and clear crystal. Signed Lalique France. Dimensions: 5.5″L x 3″W x 4.5″H
Estimate: $200 – $800

Lalique Crystal Car Mascot, Victoire Mascot, Paperweight

Lot 77: Lalique Crystal Car Mascot, Victoire Mascot, Paperweight

Victoire is a story of peace, created to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the November 11th, 1918, armistice of World War I. The suggestion of speed and movement is evident in Victoire’s beautiful face. The artistic combination of satin-finish, clear crystal and light bring Victoire to life. Signed Lalique, France. Dimensions: 10″L x 3.25″W x 5.5″H
Estimate: $10 – $200

23pc Lalique Crystal Fish Figurines in Original Lalique Display Tank

Lot 89: 23pc Lalique Crystal Fish Figurines in Original Lalique Display Tank

A display case made of acrylic ad metal accents and a white base that displays 23 Lalique crystal fish of various colors. Includes interior stands to hold fish figurines. Lalique backstamp on the metal frame. Each fish signed Lalique France. Each fish measures: 2″L x 1″W x 1.75″H. Dimensions: 16″L x 8″W x 12.5″H
Estimate: $3,000 – $5,000

Lalique Black Crystal Auroch Taureau Bull Figure

Lot 95: Lalique Black Crystal Auroch Taureau Bull Figure

A bull that that has its head down and is prepared to charge. Signed Lalique France. Dimensions: 5.75″L x 3.25″W x 4.5″H
Estimate: $200 – $800

Lalique Crystal Bowl, Erimaki

Lot 176: Lalique Crystal Bowl, Erimaki

Clear round vessel with amber decor of stylized lizard circling the top. Dimensions: 10″W x 9″H
Estimate: $800 – $2,000

Lalique Crystal Ashtray Sudan Pattern, Square Chevron Design

Lot 185: Lalique Crystal Ashtray Sudan Pattern, Square Chevron Design

This square ashtray or small dish from has a visually appealing design, featuring a clear crystal adorned with a textured Chevron pattern. Signed Lalique, France. Dimensions: 6.25″L x 4.5″W x 2″H
Estimate: $10 – $200

Lalique Crystal Whiskey Decanter, Femmes

Lot 199: Lalique Crystal Whiskey Decanter, Femmes

Staggering decanter with stopper decorated with frosted raised women. Marked Lalique France to bottom. Dimensions: 5.25″L x 4″W x 10″H
Estimate: $200 – $800

6pc Lalique Crystal Wine Goblets, Frejus

Lot 226: 6pc Lalique Crystal Wine Goblets, Frejus

Clear glass with twisted stem. Lalique etched mark. Dimensions: 2.5″L x 2.5″W x 6″H
Estimate: $200 – $800

7pc Lalique Crystal Swizzle Sticks and Glass, Roxanne

Lot 236: 7pc Lalique Crystal Swizzle Sticks and Glass, Roxanne

Elegant frosted and clear crystal cocktail stirrers in a pleasant design, 4.5″L. Glass is 3″H x 2.25″dia. Lalique France etched mark. Issued: c. 1968
Estimate: $10 – $200

8pc Lalique Breakfast Service Set, Soleil

Lot 258: 8pc Lalique Breakfast Service Set, Soleil

Discontinued pattern. Elegant and lightweight porcelain breakfast service set. Design features a cerulean blue ground with abstract geometric yellow gold and green shapes around edges. Includes coffee pot, creamer, sugar bowl, mini tureen, two cups, and two saucers. Lalique Porcelain de Limoges marked to bases. Coffee pot measures 9″L x 4.75″W x 7″H. Issued: 1993-1997
Estimate: $800 – $2,000

Auction Alert: Antiques and Interiors – A Two Day Sale

Riihimaki cog glass vase and others

An Antiques and Interiors – A Two Day Sale is to be held by Fieldings Auctioneers in Stourbridge, West Midlands. It takes place on 17th & 18th Aug 2023 from 9:30am. A total of 1,023 lots come under the hammer over the two days:

Day 1: Lots 1-461

• Jewellery 1-220
• Silver 221-288
• Watches 289-320
• Collectables 321-418
• Militaria and Medals 419-441
• Books 442-461

Day 2: Lots 462-1019

• Pottery/Ceramics 462-547
• Watercolour and Oil Paintings 548-586
• Whitefriars Glass 587-611
• Glass 612-951
• Furniture 952-1019

In the main, we’re concentrating on day two and the art glass for sale. In addition to lots containing Whitefriars Glass vases, there’s a large number of original Whitefriars illustrations – rare survivors!

The lot I’d choose to take home? The antique glass bird feeder – it’s exquisite!

Bid in person on the day or online via EasyLiveAuction or The Saleroom (additional fees apply).

We offer a limited packing service within the U.K. only and at the auctioneer’s discretion. For information please contact us. All liabilities are with the buyer. We do not pack or ship any fragile items including pottery, porcelain, glassware, paintings, arms or weaponry.

Loose cut and polished amethyst stones

Lot 105: A parcel lot of loose cut and polished amethyst stones

To include emerald, oval, round and cabochon cut examples, largest 22mm x 15mm x 11mm approximately 19ct. (47)
Estimate: £100 – £150

19th Century soft white marble pestle and mortar

Lot 381: A 19th Century soft white marble pestle and mortar

Turned pine handle, width 29cm.
Estimate: £40 – £60

 

Lot 604: A collection of Whitefriars workshop illustrated working boards

And a prepatory drawing in pencil on paper for Knobbly range vases designed by William Wilson and Harry Dyer, and Ray Annenberg, to include 9842, 9843, 9846, 9609, 9610, 9612, 9608, and 9844, various sizes. (6)
Estimate: £60 -£80

Whitefriars Knobbly range vase designed by William Wilson and Harry Dyer

Lot 635: A Whitefriars Knobbly range vase

Designed by William Wilson and Harry Dyer. Pattern number 9610 in Kingfisher Blue, height 19cm.
Estimate: £30 – £50

Late 18th Century / early 19th Century glass bird feeder

Lot 709: A late 18th Century to early 19th Century glass bird feeder

Possibly Bristol, the spherical top above a tapered ovoid body with applied seed pan, height 13cm.
Estimate: £30 – £50

Goran Warff Kosta sculptural glass candle holder

Lot 754: A later 20th Century Kosta sculptural glass candle holder

Designed by Goran Warff, of ovoid form with a stepped textural upper body, engraved signature and numbered 67513, height 16cm.
Estimate: £30 – £50

Mdina Africa Lollipop bottle vase

Lot 763: A large Mdina Africa Lollipop bottle vase

Of compressed ovoid form with tall tapered and flared neck, decorated internally with patchwork coloured squares in cinnamon, green, yellow and opal, all cased in clear, retains original label, signed to base, height 40cm, together with a similar small dish with frilled rim in the same design, diameter 17cm. (2)
Estimate: £70 – £100

3 teal glass vases

Lot 783: A later 20th Century Dartington Crystal glass vase

Of sleeve form cased in clear crystal over teal and frosted with arched panels to the exterior, height 26cm, together with a Czech pressed glass vase and a blow moulded example with dimple decoration to a graduated blue ground. (3)
Estimate: £80 – £120

Riihimaki cog glass vase and others

Lot 796: A Riihimaki cog glass vase

Designed by Tamara Aladin, of stepped cylinder form all in a ruby ground cased in clear, together with another cog vase in blue and an Alsterfore vase internally decorated in opal and cased in citron, tallest height 28cm. (3)
Estimate: £60 – £80

Oiva Toikka blown and overlaid glass figure of a stylised duck

Lot 836: A contemporary Oiva Toikka blown and overlaid glass figure of a stylised duck

With brown speckled finish, engraved mark ‘O Toikka, Nautajari’, length 20.5cm.
Estimate: £120 – £150

Whitefriars Random Strap vase

Lot 838: A Whitefriars Random Strap vase

Designed by Geoffrey Baxter, pattern number 9799, decorated with Tangerine strapping over Tangerine ground, height 18cm.
Estimate: £80 – £120

A collection of Edwardian and Art Deco scent bottles

Lot 892: A collection of Edwardian and Art Deco scent bottles

To include English cut crystal and Bohemian examples with heavily cut decoration, white metal and silver mounts and large fan form stoppers. (7)
Estimate: £50 – £80

Auction Alert: Summer Antiques & Interiors Auction

UNISEX LIP MACH 2000 MAFIA MOON AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH

When we lived in Yorkshire, Hartleys Auctioneers and Valuers in Ilkley used to be one of our favourite places to pick up stock – and items for personal use too. They hold a regular fortnightly sale and then, less frequent, antique and ‘finest’ sales. Their upcoming Summer Antiques & Interiors Auction takes place on Wednesday 14th June 2023 from 9.30am.

Hartley’s buyer’s premium currently stands at 20% + VAT. As well as being there on the day, you can phone or email in bids in advance or bid live online at EasyLiveAuction (incurs an extra charge of £3 or 3%) or The Saleroom (incurs an extra 4.95%).

Check Hartley’s website for their recommended shipping companies.

PETER HAYES studio pottery vase

Lot 87: PETER HAYES (b.1946)

A studio pottery vase of flattened rounded oblong section with small neck, carved with an abstract wood pattern in a streaky brown glaze, seal mark, signed and dated (19)88, 7 1/2″ high (subject to Artists Resale Right)
Estimate: £100 – £200

Vintage Bernard Rooke pottery totem lamp base

Lot 88: BERNARD ROOKE (b.1938)

A tall stoneware sectional Totem lamb (sic) base with six part glazed and unglazed sections, apparently unmarked, 39 3/4″ high excluding fitting (Illustrated) (subject to Artists Resale Right)
Estimate: £250 – £400

GERMAN GREEN DAUMENGLAS OR THUMB GLASS AND COVER

Lot 91: A GERMAN GREEN DAUMENGLAS OR THUMB GLASS AND COVER

c.1800, of barrel form, the central section with six deep “thumb holes” within milled threads, 14″ high, together with a later smaller Daumenglas of barrel form, each side with three faux holes enclosed by applied milled threads, 6″ high (2) (Part Illustrated)
Estimate: £600 – £800

UNISEX LIP MACH 2000 MAFIA MOON AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH

Lot 159: A UNISEX LIP MACH 2000 MAFIA MOON AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH

Designed by Roger Tallon, the circular chapter ring with red and white line markings, centre seconds hand and date aperture at 6, in an oblong case with red ball adjuster on original rubber strap
Estimate: £100 – £150

GEORG JENSEN SILVER NECK RING

Lot 187: A GEORG JENSEN SILVER NECK RING

Designed by Vivianna Torun Bulow-Hube with tension clamp and hung with a polished smoky quartz square pendant with bar suspension, both stamped and Torun numbered 169 and 132 (Illustrated)
Estimate: £600 – £800

A WENDY RAMSHAW SILVER AND AMETHYST STACKING RING

Lot 189: A WENDY RAMSHAW SILVER AND AMETHYST STACKING RING

The six plain rings each set with a graduated close back collet set cabochon stone, London 1972, size M 1/2 (Illustrated)
Estimate: £700 – £900

PAIR OF LARGE CHANDELIER EAR HOOPS

Lot 203: A PAIR OF LARGE CHANDELIER EAR HOOPS

Of D form, collet set with turquoise, malachite and a ruby(?) on an applied filigree work ground, plain backs, the large hoops with loops to attach to smaller ear hoops
Estimate: £400 – £600

SET OF TEN RECLAIMED METAL HERB LABELS

Lot 489: A SET OF TEN RECLAIMED METAL HERB LABELS

Each on a turned post with rust patination, 6″ – 13″ x 37 1/2″
Estimate: £100 – £150

PAIR OF ANTELOPE CHAIRS BY ERNEST RACE

Lot 581: ERNEST RACE – A PAIR OF ANTELOPE CHAIRS

Designed for the Festival of Britain 1951, with white enamel metal frame and blue painted bentwood seat, remnant of label to one, 22″ x 15 1/2″ x 31 1/4″ (Est. plus 24% premium inc. VAT) See Lesley Jackson Modern British Furniture Design Since 1945 (V&A) page 105 plate 110 for a similar design
Estimate: £150 – £250

Victorian drop-end Chesterfield setee

Lot 624: A VICTORIAN WALNUT FRAMED CHESTERFIELD DROP END SETTEE

Button upholstered in mustard yellow, on turned tapering feet with castors, 69″ x 34″ 28 1/4″
Estimate: £250 – £450