Patek Philippe Calatrava
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by Fellows
3h ago
In this blog, we will discuss a brief history of the Patek Philippe Calatrava watch and its contribution to the world of horology.  History of the Patek Philippe Calatrava Patek Philippe trademarked the name Calatrava in the late 1800s. The origin of the name goes back to the 12th Century when it was used as a symbol of Calatrava knights in Spain and Portugal. In 1932, brothers Jean and Charles Henri Stern invested in Patek Philippe after the company struggled through the Great Depression. The Stern company was previously a dial supplier to Patek Philippe and other Swiss manufacturers ..read more
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Heuer Autavia
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by Fellows
2d ago
The Heuer Autavia, reference 1163, was introduced in 1970. Some brands have brought out models that become an entity unto themselves. For example, ‘Daytona’, ‘Submariner’ or ‘Datejust’ make you think of Rolex. When you think of Heuer, your mind automatically steers towards three models, Monaco, Carrera and most importantly the Autavia. Built 13.5mm thick and 42.5mm wide it is a hefty old thing. The face is pronounced with its black dial, silvered subsidiary chronograph dials, punchy red seconds hand and hour marker highlights. It is then finished off with a date aperture at six. If you’re ..read more
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Lady King & Indian Jewellery
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by Fellows
2w ago
Lady King was the wife of Sir Carlton King, a chief justice of the Indian Civil Service. They had three daughters and resided in Lucknow, Allahabad and Delhi, with summers spent in Nainital. Also known as ‘Fanny’, Lady King’s mother was related to two well-known Indian artists’ families: the Daniells and Princeps. After Sir Carlton King ended his career at the Delhi High Court, the Kings returned to England in the 1930s. A photograph of Lady King Lady King’s Earrings These earrings show a typical torpedo-shaped drop Indian design of the 1830s and 1840s, featuring diamonds, rubies, and emera ..read more
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Arnaud Vincent de Montpetit
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2w ago
Arnaud Vincent de Montpetit was an esteemed portrait miniature artist, born and raised in the serene countryside of France. Montpetit worked in both Bourg-en-Bresse and Paris. As his reputation grew he caught the attention of Royalty and the aristocracy. He is known for evolving various processes such as Eludoric painting. The method of painting oils on fabric under a film of water and fixing the miniature inside the glass. Arnaud Vincent de Montpetit signed his work ‘Montpetit’. History of Portrait Miniatures Portrait miniatures first appeared in the 16th century in the European r ..read more
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Mrs Newman
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by Fellows
2w ago
Mrs Charlotte Isabella Newman (née Gibbs) (1836-1920) was a pioneering female jewellery designer and maker in the 19th century. Mrs Newman’s Early life As a young woman, she studied at the Government School of Design, at Somerset House in London (better known to us today as the Royal College of Art) and continued to educate herself, even travelling to Paris and further around Europe, taking inspiration from the various museums she visited on the continent.  Back in England, she began her career as an apprentice to John Brogden, a prominent goldsmith and manufacturing jeweller of the Vic ..read more
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Cartier Watches
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by Fellows
3w ago
Cartier first began producing watches in the early 20th century, beginning with the Santos. They quickly progressed into being one of the most creative watchmakers in the world. Join us as we appreciate some highlights from Cartier’s impressive back catalogue of watches. Cartier built their name on quality and luxury. Every aspect of owning an item by Cartier is designed to be as opulent as possible. This focus on excellence quickly translated itself into their approach to watchmaking. Louis Cartier and Edmund Jaeger reached an agreement in 1907 for Jaeger to create movements exclusively f ..read more
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Daniel Issac Eaton
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by Fellows
1M ago
Who Was Daniel Issac Eaton? Who was Daniel Issac Eaton? Good question. Until lot 209 was consigned to us, I would’ve asked the same question. Little known to history, Eaton was a writer and publisher, infamous during his time for his involvement with radical thought and doctrine. The late 18th century saw an international explosion of radical thinkers: the Age of Enlightenment was in full swing and Daniel Issac Eaton was an enlightened man. Daniel Issac Eaton’s Involvement in Radical Literature Radicalism was taking Great Britain by storm in the 1790s. Partly inspired by the philosophies of t ..read more
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Louis XVIII in Exile: Minted in London
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by Fellows
1M ago
This February marks our inaugural Monies, Medals & Militaria auction. We recently welcomed Sally Oliver to our team as our in-house numismatics specialist who has curated a fantastic selection of items for her first stand-alone sale. Included among these items is a coin minted with the profile of the King of France, Louis XVIII. However, it was minted in England rather than in France. As such, it provides an interesting insight into the French king’s history and relationship with his home country. Louis XVIII and the House of Bourbon Louis XVIII, born Louis Stanislas Xavier, was a member ..read more
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History of Tea: How The Georgians Take Their Tea
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by Fellows
1M ago
The History of Tea According to Chinese legend, some 5000 years ago, the mythical Emperor Shen Nung discovered tea’s ability to provide ‘vigour to the body, contentment to the mind and determination to the purpose’. The eighteenth to nineteenth century saw Britain wield a bloody, international campaign, to sustain the availability of its’ domestic population’s favourite beverage. Tea’s contemporary reputation as a quintessentially English drink exposes the entanglement of English notions of politeness and tradition with colonial violence.  History of Tea: Growing Popularity During the ..read more
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Prisoner of War Rings
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by Fellows
1M ago
Plastic Prisoner of War Rings During World War II, prisoners of war had limited resources. Creative outlets were scarce, however, this only bred ingenuity. One example of this is plastic prisoner-of-war rings made by Allied POWs. These rings were often crafted from materials like Bakelite, a type of plastic that was commonly used at the time. POWs would fashion these by carving, shaping, and polishing the plastic into rings that could be worn as jewellery or traded with other prisoners or guards. While conditions varied greatly depending on the camp and the treatment of the POWs, crafting item ..read more
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