Some crackling and deterioration visible to the leaves and surface, in particular there is a small hole in the lower left hand example. Card mount toned and there appears to be some movement in the display. All this aside, this piece is completely original and the best example we have ever come across. Good condition considering age. Frame also original and in good condition but with some imperfections to be expected with age.

Condition is as photographed (barn find condition). Appears to be complete, original and untouched with many imperfections. It is unrideable and would need sympathetic restoration to make it sturdier (currently the wheels are tired together to prevent any excess movement in the frame). A fabulous piece, the only example we’ve seen. This appears to be full agricultural made blacksmith piece. Which offers more tantalising questions than answers. It was found on a farm in the Barossa valley. We suggest talking direct to Scammell’s for the property details.

Some minor losses to beadwork and tapestry. Piping present and complete but detached in several places. Polish original and in good condition with numerous bumps and marks. Overall, good original condition.

Fine original finish with fine colour and patination. Original hardware. No repairs or restoration. Scuffs, scratches, and bruises as expected with age. Shrinkage separations to the joinery most particular to the inside mitered lid frame with shrinkage crack running across the top marquetry panel on the lid (as can be seen in images). These are all genuine signs of age. A very nice example.

Original finish, patination and colour. Original feet have been reattached with some surplus glue and nails. One small section of the rear left bun foot missing, this is internal and can’t be seen from the outside. Lid is bowed as is often the case. Parquetry veneer in good order. General scuffs and scratches as to be expected with age. The two tongues of the lock strike plate fitted to the lid are missing. A nice honest example.

Original finish, colour, and patination. Three shrinkage separation cracks to the lid with smaller ones radiating from the corners. Original brass hinges. The original red velvet covering to the bottom of the box has been glued down in sections where it has been lifting. This is an incredible rare survivor retaining its maker’s label. Two renewed old screws fitted on bottom hinge. The lid and carcass slightly warped as is often the case with these boxes, doesn’t detract from its overall appearance. One parquetry veneer specimen fitted to the inside of the lid slightly lifting. A good original example of its type. Would respond well to a light clean and wax.

Chip to the rim lower centre with some additional blemishes to the rim (minor). Numerous areas of surface loss to the painted vignette (clearly visible in the online images). Overall, in good condition considering age.

No cracks, losses, or repairs to the casting. Heavily patinated to the reverse side. Old white enamel paint with losses to the highlights and dirt patination buildup. An honest example of it’s type.

No chips, cracks or repairs evident. Colour vibrant and strong throughout. Marks crisp to reverse. The only fault is some discolouration visible beneath the desert pea.

Odd handles (one missing), tops rubbed

The case in extremely good original condition with fine finish, overall colour and patination. The dial and hands fine, no imperfections to the silvering or polished and lacquered brass dial plate. Movement not running presently as the pivot holes are dry and dirty. Will want to strike on the gong with some encouragement. Original pendulum will need a clean and overhaul. All sound frets present. No damage, repairs or restoration of any note. Fine order throughout.

Case with original finish, good overall colour and patination. Stress cracks., scuffs and wear as to be expected. A few minor shrinkage cracks to the carcass join areas. Lower door is a professional old replacement. Bezel a vintage replacement. Dial partially re-painted showing evidence of movement from the dial feet behind showing circular blemishes (as can be seen in online photo). English movement original to dial and case in need of professional overhaul. Original pendulum missing suspension spring. Would respond well to sympathetic restoration.

Good condition with no damage, repairs or restoration. Minor areas of dirty build up, minor paint loos of underside edge of tip of tail feather. Other small loses and blemishes as to be expected with age. Appears to be unmarked and unsigned, except for a factory inventory number to the underside of the tail ‘11615’. This will be suitable for international shipping

Some minor surface losses as is always the case with these chalkware examples. Otherwise, in good condition.

In remarkably good condition, very minimal paint loss. A good example in good condition.

It is our assumption that the artwork is by Margaret Preston, due to it being of period and style, however we have no direct provenance confirming this; This piece comes from the Michael & Valerie Gregg collection, who were exceptional collectors of known pieces.

This is an original enamel sign. Condition and losses as photographed. Measures 37.5cm diameter.

In good condition throughout. No chips, cracks or repairs evident. Stamped with Susie Cooper's signature mark and "Made in England". No other factory identification visible.

Some crazing visible throughout. The piece is not signed however, it came from the Valerie and Michael Gregg collection and is accompanied by a gallery purchase label with a $950 price tag. (Image attached).

Crazed throughout and rings a little dull when tapped. Some surface scratches in particular to the mother’s face, cloak fringe and boy’s hair. No chips or restoration evident.

Very good condition with no chips, cracks or repairs evident. No maker’s marks visible.