Ewer with bowl. Glazed porcelain. Mortiz Zdekauer, Altrohlau, Czech Republic, late 19th century. With marks on the base. Set of a washbasin and a tray decorated with bands of floral plant elements in bright blue, red and gold tones. The centre of the washbasin features a hand-painted female figure, present in many of the factory's works, which may have been made by an artist called Asti. The tray shows two other tondos with female portraits, following the same style. The markings on the base identify the piece as being made in the Moritz Zdekauer factory in Altrohlau (now in the Czech Republic, but formerly part of the Habsburg Empire). It was in operation between 1884 and 1909, changing its brand to MZ Altrolau from this date, continuing its work until 1945, being nationalised after the Second World War, continuing under the name Starorolsky Porcelan Mortiz Zdekauer.
Wall telephone from Kjøbenhavns Telefon Aktieselskab (KTAS). Scandinavia, late 19th century - early 20th century. Wall-mounted telephone from the company Kjøbenhavns Telefon (later known as Kjøbenhavns Telefon Aktieselskab or KTAS) with rear elements featuring a cover for the dial wheel and space for a telephone directory or similar under the device. An early company was founded in Copenhagen in 1881 (Kjobenhavns By-og Hustelegraf, started in 1879); the Danish branch of the American International Bell Telephone Co. was created in 1880 and is considered the precursor to KTAS, registered in 1884 (two years after it began operations in 1882). ; this company bought the other two mentioned).
Centerpiece. Glass and silver. 20th century. With contrast marks. Centerpiece made of white transparent glass decorated with simple geometric motifs arranged in stripes, alternating a space with these elements in a larger size and greater transparency and other triangular ones with a very dense decoration. The background of the piece combines the same elements. The base, made of silver, does not show any decoration other than a simple play of curves, to focus attention on the glass and the delicacy of its work. Illegible markings.
Pair of mirrors with appliqués. Metal, glass. 20th century. Pair of wall mirrors with metal frames, decorated with architectural and plant elements with a clear classicist influence (note the openwork, the small crest located at the top of both and the mask that appears in the areas below) and which also have a three-light wall light at the front, with arms decorated with plant motifs.
With marks. Trilobed box with a flat lid made of silver in its colour, decorated on the edge and lid with elements overcut with lustre. The upper part presents a scene framed by scallops and elements reminiscent of Rococo, featuring a couple in an idealised setting, recalling the gallant scenes of this artistic style of the 18th century. Weight: 77 grams.
Paperweight. Glass. Paperweight made of glass combining transparent with various colours. Various models are available, and the price is indicated per unit. Weight of the set: 3 kg. Price per unit.
Washing machine. Metal, etc. SKRAT, model P-7, Leonard Ryznar, circa 1945. Metal washing machine with an electric motor that would drive a circular container (which moves the clothes, a “drum”), with a water inlet at the bottom to the right and with several valves and levers, as well as four circular base legs. to better support the ground and prevent, as far as possible, the machine from moving when it was in operation. Leonard Ryznar (or Rýznar) was the founder of the Skrat company, which made several models similar to the present one, very popular among those who could afford them in certain areas of Europe in the 20th century. As indicated on the aircraft itself, it is the P-7 model, produced around 1945. Towards the beginning of the 19th century, several “machines” were developed for washing clothes, consisting of a wooden box in which the clothes were placed and a manually operated system that moved them. Another variant was those that had a drum in which the clothes were pressed. clothes to wring them out. Electric washing machines were not created until the beginning of the 20th century (these appliances were already being advertised in the United States in 1904; apparently, the first one in Europe appeared somewhat later), becoming a mass appliance from the end of the 1900s onwards. from the 1940s to the early 1950s, and in Western Europe developed into an everyday appliance from about 1960.
Candlestick with triangular base. Bronze. Spain, 18th century. Bronze candlestick with a triangular base raised on three legs and enhanced with mouldings, a balustraded shaft with discs of different diameters and a top with similar decoration, right in the area used for the candle. This type of element was common in the 18th century, both in important private houses and in monasteries, convents, churches, etc., and the present work responds to a very common typology in Spain at that time.
Modernist style tray (Jugendstil Art Nouveau). Pewter. Kayserzinn, Germany, around 1900. With brand. Silver-plated pewter tray in the shape of a leaf and raised on spherical legs, featuring a handle and a floral-themed decoration in light relief. Kayserzinn was born in 1862, thanks to the Kayser family, reaching its peak in 1899. They displayed their creations at various International Exhibitions (Paris in 1900, Dusseldorf and Saint Louis in 1904), and were especially appreciated for their pewter works (trays, knife-rests, jugs, etc.) thanks to several important designers (Hugo Leven, Karl Geyer, Hermann Fauser, etc.).
Tricycle. Circa 1950. Antique metal tricycle with two wheels facing backwards and a double bar on the frame, under the handlebars. It also has a structure behind the seat and between the two wheels to be able to put a box or similar in which to carry something, and a metal hook in this same area.
Manually operated carriage of the “Irish mail” type. First half of the 20th century. A four-wheeled, single-seat, front-mounted gear shifter with two levers (one on each side, one for brakes and one for movement) and a front-mounted acetylene headlight. The front axle is foot-operated for cornering. It is very similar to vehicles known as “Irish Mail”, which were derived from the railcars used on the tracks for the construction and maintenance of railways. According to another theory, these railcars, especially when not in use on the tracks, were called “Irish Mail” cars. See, for example, children's examples in the AC McClurg and Co. catalogue; the 1938 Irish Mail Deluxe Racer by another company; or the Ben Hur Racer Irish Mail hand-car of 1920.
Wireless Set No. 19, MK II. Canada, ca. 1942. Wireless Set No. 19, commonly known as the Wireless Set No. 19, was a mobile radio transceiver used in World War II by the British and American armies. Designed for use in tanks and armoured vehicles, it was developed in 1940 by the British War Office's and Pye Radio, the Pye model being superseded by the Mk II in 1940 and this by the Mk III in 1942. In 1942, the No. 19 Mk II was produced in Canada, improving on the British design (most Canadian sets used English or Cyrillic lettering on the front panel, the result of a contract with the Soviet Army). Weight 25 KG..
Winding machine by Sobrinos de J. Fábrega Carrera. Barcelona, Spain, 20th century. Manually operated winding machine with bell warning for five threads. The company had a factory in Manresa and what was then called an office in Barcelona and, in addition to machinery, it made ropes, straps, etc.
Adjustable programmer for “Pulsynetic” watches, chiming. Gent's of Leicester, England, circa second third of the 20th century. Good overall condition. The glass-fronted wooden box protects the mechanism and allows the various “wheels” and dials of the mechanism to be seen. In certain electrically-driven clocks, this box is used to coordinate all the slaves connected to the master so that the chime of bells rings simultaneously on all the components of the system. Apparently, and because of the reliability of the system, it has often been used in British schools and similar institutions. The company that created the mechanism was founded in 1872 by John Thomas Gent, and GTGent & Co. was one of the first to make electric chimes in England. After several changes, the company changed its name to Gent & Co., and was soon joined by AEJ Ball and began producing an electric clock system, later known as “Pul-syn-etic”. Weight: 15 kg.
GUZZI motorcycle, Grand Tourer (GT) 16, 500 (498) cc, 1931. No documentation is preserved. Requires restoration. The engine has movement (not locked). Moto Guzzi (also known as Guzzi in Italy) is the name of a famous and legendary Italian motorcycle manufacturer, founded on March 15, 1921 by Carlo Guzzi, Giorgio Parodi and mechanic Giovanni Ravelli. Throughout the Over time, the firm has been controlled by different companies and in 2004, it became part of the Piaggio Group and in 2005, Daniele Bandiera was appointed general manager of Moto Guzzi SpA. According to the founders' plans, Moto Guzzi achieved promotion thanks to victories in motorcycle Grand Prix races. In 1935, they took part in a race on the Isle of Man, and won the Senior TT category (500cc motorcycles). ), and Lightweight (350cc motorcycles). In both cases the pilot was Stanley Woods, who until the previous year was a pilot for the Husqvarna brand. Until mid-1940, the traditional 500cc single-cylinder 4-stroke engine was the most powerful. performance sold to the public. In 1927 Giuseppe Guzzi designed a prototype derived from the sports model which he called Grand Tourer (GT) and with which he himself made a 6000 km trip to North Cape (CT 500) in the summer of 1928, thus creating very good publicity. for the home. The GT 16 (498 displacement) was introduced in 1931, with engine and chassis derived from the Sport 15, and 754 of these were made.
Bronze bell. India, 20th century. Bell made of bronze with a tall, oval body at the base, almost rectangular in height, which has an elaborate upper part with smooth areas and figures of the same material. In addition to these, it has been decorated with fine reliefs with geometric and plant themes concentrated in certain areas throughout the piece.
Haisen. Painted glazed porcelain. Japan, possibly first half of the 20th century. It has damage to the base. White porcelain vessel with a circular base and a semi-spherical body with four small handles (two on each side), decorated with a composition of flowers and leaves with a bird perched on one side and text written in black on the other. This type of piece was used to wash sake cups in certain ceremonies and meetings, and for this reason it has had a wide variety of shapes and decorations throughout its history.
Pair of seals. Carved stone. Far East, possibly 19th century. Pair of carved stone seals with square bases (on which the carved ideogram or letters appear) and decorated with two beings, known as lions of Fu or Buddha, each with a cub on its back. Buddha lions are mythical oriental animals originating in the Buddhist tradition that protect against evil spirits, bad energies and bad people.
Wine tasting glass. Silver. MG, Spain, 20th century. With contrast marks. A wine tasting glass with a spiral pattern on the outside and an openwork handle with simple geometric elements made of silver in its colour. On the inside, the bottom features a circle with an engraving inspired by a certain 8-real coin from the reign of Charles III, made of silver and dated 1762. The hallmarks, located on the outside in the area of the edge, link the creation of the piece with Spain, dating it to the 20th century. Weight: 78 grams.
Pair of candlesticks. Bronze. France, 18th century. Pair of candlesticks made of bronze with a polygonal base, stepped upwards and towards the centre and enhanced with smooth mouldings, a balustraded axis (also with a polygonal section), and a top finished with a circular saucer, designed to collect the wax from the candles. This type of piece was very common throughout Europe from the 17th century, varying in lines and decorative elements depending on the school and century to which they belonged.
Vanity mirror with miniature. Bronze, glass, etc. Possibly France, 19th century. Oval mirror with a handle decorated with architectural and plant elements with a marked classicist influence that has a mirror sheet on one side and, on the other and with a frame of scrolls, flowers, lace finish and flat mirrors, a miniature of an elegantly dressed lady with a child in her arms, in pastel tones and protected by a sheet of transparent glass.
Centerpiece or planter. Tin, metal. Victor Saglier, towards the end of the 19th century. With marks on the base. Oval centrepiece with an interior tray with handles, decorated on the outside with a fine relief based on mouldings in curved lines drawing handles and legs, and a composition on the fronts and sides based on leaves and fruits. Stylistically, it responds to Art Nouveau models. Victor Saglier (1809-1894) was a master goldsmith active in Paris (France), highly appreciated for his Art Nouveau style works, creating pieces for Majorelle and Gallé. When he died, the company became Saglier Frères, run from then on by his brothers Eguène and André, until the latter died in 1948.
Art Nouveau centrepiece or planter. Tin, metal. Victor Saglier, circa late 19th century. With marks. Oval centrepiece that responds to a typology sometimes used as planters, made of silver-plated metal and decorated on the outside with a delicate composition based on curved mouldings (which create handles and legs) and leaves and fruit. Stylistically, it responds to Art Nouveau models. Victor Saglier (1809-1894) was a master goldsmith active in Paris (France), highly appreciated for his Art Nouveau style works, creating pieces for Majorelle and Gallé. When he died, the company became Saglier Frères, run from then on by his brothers Eguène and André, until the latter died in 1948. Weight: 5.3 kg
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