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May Art and Antiques Auction — Cordy's

Auction House:Cordy'sNumber of lots recorded:645
Sale Title:May Art and Antiques AuctionLots with images:149
Auction Location:AucklandPrices available:468
Date:21-May-2013
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A mid-20th century Vienna-Austrian bronze Richard Rohac small fish ornament, with spherical body and open mouth facing upwards, the flat base with impressed maker's monogram and other marks. Length 4.8 cm. Possibly used as a toothpick holder
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A Victorian cavalry officer's sword, the guard with VR cypher, the wooden grip with wire inset binding, the original brass scabbard showing some verdigris and with two hangers
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A small Scottish Skean Dhu (dirk), the ebony handle carved with knotted surface design and mounted in silver with a Cairngorm, further silver mounts to the leather covered scabbard, hallmarked Glasgow 1890. Length 19 cm
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A heavy brass 'Fisherman Anchor' of classic shape with stock bar, ring head and distinct flukes. 58 cm x 94 cm
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A brass and cast iron ship's telegraph, the enamel dial with traditional markings, maker's name Chanburn's Ship Telegraph Company Ltd, Liverpool, also on dial, with brass indicator arrow, lever and bells still working, painted finish to base. Diameter 26.5 cm
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An old brass ship's telegraph, the painted dial with traditional markings, maker Teleflex Products Ltd, London, the brass lever and internal bells in full working order, double faced, heavy brass base attached to a small wooden plank. Diameter 16 cm
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A pair of brass portholes. Diameter 31 cm
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A small brass ship's wheel, with small cast iron centre. Diameter including spokes 44 cm
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A pair of old railway lamps, black japanned finish, original bevelled glass plate, one with maker's label attached, with carrying handle. 15 cm x 31 cm
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A vintage Masonic sword, complete with belt and scabbard, the blade with Masonic decoration and maker's name
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Two World War II medals with original ribbons, the standard issue pair still in original small wax envelope, with the official notification from the N.Z. Minister of Defence and original envelope, together with a pair of matching two miniature medals and ribbons
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A vintage fencing foil and mask, the mask with kapok filled bib
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A Royal Navy bicorn (cocked hat), epaulettes and belt, once the uniform of Sgt. Lt. Commander W. A. Joliffe, R.N. (promoted 1924), the beaver skin hat with bullion labelled Edwards & Gittings, High Street, Gillingham, along with associated epaulettes and belt in a japanned, oblong tin box labelled Gieves (Naval Outfitters, c.1888)
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A naval morse code signalling lamp, cylindrical drum shape mounted on a swivel V-mount, solid brass. Diameter 30 cm
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A similar naval signalling lamp
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A small bronze boat's porthole, oval shape with glazed cover with twin screw closure. 19 cm x 26 cm
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A small brass boat's porthole, circular with glazed cover, screw clamps absent. Diameter 20 cm
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A large bronze ship's deck mount pulley marked 'Shenandoah', 8 cm pulley rising from a 13 cm flange from a 4.5 cm threaded post
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A new brass ship's left hand screw (large propeller), 40 inch, approx. 110-120kg, estimated cost to make $19,400
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An early 20th century photographic enlarger, by J. Lancaster and Son Ltd, Birmingham, with crank operated worm and track geared automatic focus adjustment. Mounted on later sympathetic mahogany stand. 124 cm x 42 cm x 137.5 cm
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A Thornton Picard 'Imperial Perfecta' plate camera, mahogany framed complete with four plate holders, associated oak extending tripod base, 12 'Ilford Selochrome' plates and a mahogany panel with glazed door
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A Leica IIIc 3.5 cm camera, with Leitz Summar 5 cm f/2 lens, (replacement cap). Engraved with owner's name Lt. Col. D.T. Morrison dated June 1945. Camera S/N 369690
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A Leica IIIc 3.5 cm camera, with Leitz Summitar 50 f/2 lens, in original 'Ever Ready' case, camera S/N 484298
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A Leica IIIa 3.5 cm camera, with Leitz Summar 5 cm f/2 lens. 'Ever Ready' leather case requiring attention. Camera S/N 253873. Requires attention
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A Leica Ig 3.5 cm camera with Leitz Elmar 5 cm f/3.5 lens. Camera S/N 924647. In later associated case
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An Asahiflex IIa 3.5 cm camera, with flip-up view finder, Takumar 5.8 cm f/2.4 lens in leather 'Ever Ready' case. Faults
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A Tessima, Swiss, subminiature 3.5 cm camera, brushed aluminium case, S/N 61295, in original leather case (clasp missing)
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A Weston Master IV light meter along with a Sekonic light meter
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A large wood model of a lifeboat, the Barnett class lifeboat operated by the Royal National Lifeboat Institution, this model of the lifeboat Plymouth, the decking and cabin in natural wood finish, the hull painted in red, blue and white, on stand. 104 cm x 31 cm
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An early 1900s sporting cap, the black velvet cap decorated with the initials embroidered to the front of AAFA, 1904
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A c.1900 carved ivory parasol handle, the end of hooked bird head form, the short sharp section with various restrained designs. Length 17.5 cm
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A 19th century carved ivory small patch box, rectangular form, the lid with recessed finely carved flowering rose branch design, ogee shaped base, plain interior. 5.5 cm x 3.4 cm x 1.5 cm
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Three finely carved mother-of-pearl items, includes a caddy type spoon with ornate double griffin and feather detailed handle and two rectangular plaques with star and berry design
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Two 19th century finely carved small ivory religious figures, each stands in a long flowing robe with book held under one arm, plain circular base to each. Height 45
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Three carved ivory items, includes a shoe horn with a leaf carved handle, length 16 cm, a pea form needle case, length 90 and a miniature elephant
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An old carved ivory panel depicting a historical scene of a man (Cernunnos) wearing a deer mask and antlers and with long staff and hounds being adored by four naked woman. 6.5 cm x 11.7 cm
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A 19th century carved ivory lady's vanity mirror, the pivoting lid with central portrait miniature of a young woman in gilt frame mounted to the leaf, floral and scroll pivoting lid revealing an oval bevelled edge interior mirror. 5.5 cm x 9 cm x 1 cm
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A pair of 19th century finely carved ivory musicians, both in pleated traditional robes with large hats, he holds a flute to his mouth, she has a stringed instrument to one hand, a raised glass to the other, both on turned ebony stands. Height of ivory carvings 75
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A 19th century European finely carved small ivory figure of a classical naked Grecian woman holding aloft a flowering basket, a drape covering part of her waist, she stands on a square block upon a cylindrical plinth with ring foot. Height 16.8 cm
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A 19th century small carved ivory figure of a classical Grecian woman, she holds with one hand a floral basket to her head, raised on a square block and plain circular section column. Height 15.7 cm
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An impressive 19th century European large ivory two-handled lidded tankard, the wide plain oval tusk section body with glass bottom, cracked, the hinged lid with radiating triangular diamond panels with bark type carved detail, natural curved tooth lid handle, and the two carved ivory handles of elephant trunk form. 24 cm x 13 cm x 19 cm
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A quality pair of 19th century European carved ivory busts, the young women with well detailed large flared collars, vertical ribbed blouses, one with her plaited hair decoratively arranged to the top of her head, the other wearing a lace bonnet, a cross to her neck. Both raised on turned ebony stands. Height of ivory carvings approx. 10 cm
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A rare 19th century European carved ivory figure group, includes a gent wearing a long buttoned coat with stick under his right arm standing behind a log upon which two musicians are seated, one apparently asleep, arms crossed, wearing a tall hat, the other with bottle held in both hands, instruments at their feet, a large barrel behind, all raised on a square dark wood stand with thumb nail edge. 18 cm x 16 cm x 18 cm
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A pair of exceptional 19th century finely carved ivory figures of a young man and woman in 18th century formal attire, her bonnet with large curved ostrich feather plumes and bow, her short open jacket with ballooning arms, bow to her waist, fan to her right hand, a bag hangs from her arm, the gent. with bicorn hat, wide pointed cravat, his jacket with exaggerated lapels and flared cut sections, he holds a spiral cane to his left hand, both raised on tall plain cylindrical columns and stepped ringed ivory…
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A 19th century portrait miniature on ivory, the woman with ringleted hair wearing a silk scarf with a floral bouquet, pink blouse, signed M. Van der Cauley?, circular form, gilt metal fine surround to the square ebonised frame
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A fine painted portrait miniature, the dark red/brown haired woman with 18th century style formal attire including a high decorative lace collar and embroidered blouse with further lace detail and pearl work, in glazed gilt metal frame within an ivory piano key frame with engraved linial detail
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A 19th century European fine portrait miniature on porcelain, the young woman with jewels to her hair, her wide gold necklace with conforming jewels, pleated white blouse with coloured thread and jewelled highlights. 8 cm x 6 cm, oval, in ebonised rectangular frame with gilt slip
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An early 19th century hand painted portrait miniature on ivory, of a gent. wearing a black cravat and jacket, oval form, finely painted, gilt frame and back. 5.1 cm x 4.2 cm
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An ivory brise fan, with one of the end sticks engraved with a monogram; along with a bone and feather fan, one stick broken
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An 18th century miniature oil on panel, probably Dutch, depicting two figures in an interior, in box frame with thick mahogany veneer fascia. 17.5 cm x 15.5 cm overall
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A 19th century marine ivory carved parasol handle, in the form of any Egyptian head, two bands of tortoiseshell to the shaft. Length 77
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An old primitive carved ivory tusk section, a figure stands with a spear aimed towards a large crocodile, weathered finish. Height 20 cm
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An ivory fold-out rule, when opened measures one foot with varying measurements and gauges on blades. London by Watkins
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An Indian painted miniature, woman in courtyard gathering henna flowers. 16.5 cm x 12 cm
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A characterful taxidermy hare, he sits with head and ears raised, glass eyes. Height 42 cm
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A taxidermy white pheasant, complete white plumage, red skin to the face, raised on a wooden platform base
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A taxidermy male pheasant with typical long tail and colourful plumage, modelled with chest down, tail up and wings behind his body. Mounted on small domed wood plaque
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A taxidermy black wildebeest head, a shoulder mount, this unusual animal still with long ridge of fur to its nose and chin, ears pointed down, horns with a pronounced curve, brown/black tonings. Depth from wall to nose 76 cm
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A taxidermy bison head, woolly winter coat, typical black horns, mounted with glass eyes
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Two taxidermy guinea fowl birds, one of the crested variety, the other crowned, both with fine white spotted dark plumage, blue, grey, red and white colouring to their head and neck skin, both mounted on wooden bases
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A good vintage zebra skin, large size, complete with head and tail
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A 19th century land tortoise shell complete with attached carapace, good old dark varnished patina. Length 34 cm, width 20 cm
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Another land tortoise shell and carapace, as above. Length 28 cm, width 17 cm
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An old large lion's incisor tooth, natural curved form and polish. Length 11 cm
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A 1940s 16 inch carved and painted wooden mallard Drake duck decoy, swivelling head, some shot marks, glass eyes, previous owner's name to base
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An Edwardian belt constructed of 15 panels of tortoiseshell united by flexible metal links and with a conforming buckle. Length 81 cm
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A Regency flame mahogany small cube form tea caddy, plain form, singular section interior, oval floral embossed gilt metal escutcheon, good dark colour and patina. 12.5 cm x 9.5 cm x 11.2 cm
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An early Victorian burr walnut tea caddy, the interior with two lidded compartments and paper lining to lid, brass keyhole escutcheon. 21.5 cm x 13 cm x 12.5 cm
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A Victorian period walnut tea caddy, the dome top and front with decoratively cut-out brass panels inlaid with agate cabochon stones, the interior with two domed lidded compartments, original lining to lid. 23.5 cm x 12.5 cm x 15.5 cm
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A George I embroidered sampler worked in thread on linen backing in a linial format including alphabet, birds, flower and plant forms, religious cross and other imagery, includes dates of 1720, in tones of soft green, blue, tan, red and black. 39 cm x 49 cm in later frame under glass
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A Victorian small Berlin bead work cushion, cruciform pattern in multi-coloured seed and bugle beads, some beads missing, together with two 20th century Berlin bead work cushions, one large, one small in checker board multi-coloured patterns. 16 cm x 16 cm, 13 cm x 13 cm, 44 cm x 44 cm, the two smaller cushions with beaded fringe
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A collection of vintage folk art 'gollies', three with knitted bodies and clothes, four of felt with facial details and old clothes, together with a folk art knitted Piglet
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A late 19th century rosewood work box, the top and fascia inlaid with satinwood panels with an exuberant outline, the interior with turquoise fabric and paper covered removable tray. 25 cm x 17.5 cm x 10 cm
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A set of four vintage graduated measures (jugs), from 1 quart to 3 gallon, each with traditional pronounced flared body and ring spreading foot, flared top rims and spout, plain handle with riveted fitting, the body of each with overlapping seam, old later chrome plating over the copper bodies, each with applied panel designating size and with original official lead seals stamped 'Crown over G.R. #527'
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Six 19th century pewter measures with old touch marks and measurements to handles, of varying sizes
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A Victorian kerosene lamp, the pyramid shaped metal base decorated with florals, the oil reservoir of pink vaseline glass decorated with daisies and leaves, with original etched glass shade and chimney. Height 57 cm
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A 19th century pewter ale jug, mallet bodied with hinged cover, double acorn thumb piece, collected in the Channel Islands. Height 26.5 cm
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An early 20th century cast iron travelling mirror, the frame in the form of bamboo with two side mirrors folding out, backed onto figured Japanese elm, with chain for hanging. 30 cm x 30 cm when closed
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A Tudric pewter Art Nouveau vase, of circular shape with tall trumpet neck, two handles looped from mid-way on the neck and join the body in bifurcated tendrils which conjoin with an overhand knot motif. Impressed mark and No. 0214, attributed to Archibald Knox design. Height 34 cm
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A church hall 'Sunday School' banner, 'Hands for Jesus', applique and embroidery in various materials on red cotton banner with wool tasselled fringe. 51 cm x 88 cm
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A c.1900 marble torchiere, the octagonal top on a restrained turned circular section column, spreading circular base to the octagonal foot, mottled white with grey veined inclusions. Height 104.5 cm
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An old concrete planter of tapering circular section with broad rim and raised leaf and scroll decoration. Diameter 50 cm
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A large Indo-Tibetan bronze statue of Shiva, he stands with legs crossed, playing a flute held by two of his four arms, a prayer wheel supported by one finger, finely detailed, circular plinth base. Height 89 cm
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A Greek orthodox Russian icon, painted with Christ (Pantokrator), 'The Almighty' with halo to his head, his right hand raised with finger and thumb touching, gilt enrichments. 19.5 x 14.5 cm, later gilt frame
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A pair of Victorian gilded spelter figurines, of the playwright and poets 'Shakespeare' and 'Milton' each standing on circular plinth bases besides stacks of books. Height 41 cm
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A 19th century European stoneware bellarmine, the ovoid body tapering to a narrow neck, short strap form handles from the neck to the shoulder, incised '3', finely salt glazed in variable tan glaze effects with red/brown highlights. Height 39 cm
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A 19th century pot lid, transfer decoration of a rifle contest on Wimbledon 1868 in ebonised wood frame, with suspension ring. Diameter 10 cm
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An early Victorian large banded agate handled desk seal, the decorative gilded head with engraved detail and oval hardstone plaque, engraved, the tapered handle of dark colourway with white banded inclusions, conforming engraved initials to the top. Length 11.2 cm
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A 1960s English leather and faux fur coat, full length, the faux fur in panels with leather strap framing, leather belt with gilt metal chain keepers, labelled.
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A 1970s retro red leather lady's full length jacket, woven banded detail to cuffs, collar and front, gilt metal buttons, labelled 'Johnson Dong, Shanghai'
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A vintage lady's Astrakhan three-quarter length coat, Musquash fur collar, Paris label to the interior
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A 1920s satin housecoat embroidered with purple and white wisteria and birds on cobalt blue ground, lined with a self patterned grey and gold fabric, size 12-14
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Two mink jackets, a light chocolate jacket in the form of a cape with leather embellishment to front zip, with collar and draw cords, lined, in good condition. Together with a cream mink bolero, the cream pelt with caramel tipping, fully lined and in good condition
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A retro beaded and sequined cocktail dress, the black dress profusely embroidered with black bugle beads, the bodice embroidered with sequins and beads in gold, white, green and red, size M
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A retro beaded cocktail dress, the black dress profusely embroidered with black bugle beads, the bodice embroidered with sequins and beads in gold, black, purple and pink, size medium
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A retro cocktail top, the cobalt blue top profusely embroidered with lustre blue bugle beads, the sleeves and neck with a 3 inch band of silver sequin decoration, size M
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A gent's black leather jacket, made by Outback New Zealand, bomber style, size M, in excellent condition
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A 1920s dress, the ivory dress with embroidered flowers, fruits and leaves on the skirt and bodice, the puffed sleeves, neck and hem trim in a chocolate brown netting, has full length silk camisole
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A silver fox stole, along with a brown silver tipped fox wrap
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A selection of Art Deco period head gear costumes including a beaded caplet, a 'jewelled' and feathered fascinator, a 'Jacoll' feathered hat, etc
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