The Bower Charity Auction

timed Auction • 5 PM AEST • Marrickville, NSW

Timed Auction

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We are proud to support The Bower's Charity Auction. The Bower is an award-winning environmental charity and a champion of reuse and repair. The Bower is a not-for-profit organisation committed to reducing landfill. A range of vintage and antique collectables, furniture and more is on offer. The lots have been donated or have been created by the hardworking team at The Bower. All proceeds go directly to The Bower and no buyer's premium applies to this auction. The auction is on view this weekend at The Bower. The Bower’s address is: Hut 34, Addison Road Community Centre, 142 Addison Rd, Marrickville NSW (behind the large car park and the Return & Earn Recycling Machine) Viewing takes place between 10.00 AM to 3.00 PM, on Saturday & Sunday. Please note – on Sunday there is an organic market in the car park and access may be more difficult, especially before 1.00 PM. You may wish to call The Bower in advance on (02) 9568 6280 if you would like to view the auction.

Viewing

10am - 3pm, Saturday 28 May; 10am - 3pm, Sunday 29 May.

Location

Building 34, 142 Addison Road, Marrickville (Addison Road Community Centre)

49 lots

A VINTAGE 'SHERLE WAGNER' WATER LILIES ITALIAN HAND PAINTED BASIN, TAPS & FITTINGS

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A VINTAGE 'SHERLE WAGNER' WATER LILIES ITALIAN HAND PAINTED BASIN, TAPS & FITTINGS. Sink has almost no wear - one small, minor chip on the side. Comes with six attachments, however no faucets. One small chip on base of tap attachment. Comes with some original packaging and box that was shipped with the items from New York. Size: 49cm x 39cm across diameter of the basin on longer and narrower side respectively. Approximately 24cm height from base to top of basin edge.

Starting Bid

AU$450

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Est.

AU$450 - AU$650

AN ART NOUVEAU TEAK PLANT STAND

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Description

AN ART NOUVEAU TEAK PLANT STAND, circa 1920. Beautifully refurbished by the team at the Bower Woodworks. Dimensions: approx. 117 H x 300 x 300 mm. Condition: As found - crack to base shelf along the middle.

Starting Bid

AU$200

Sold AU$600

Est.

AU$200 - AU$400

AN OPTICAL THEODOLITE - HILGER WATTS NO. 1 - LONDON, ENGLAND

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Description

AN OPTICAL THEODOLITE - HILGER WATTS NO. 1 - LONDON, ENGLAND. No. 1 Microptic Theodolite No. 86286. Marked MWS&DB No. 785 Metropolitan Waste, Sewage and Drainage Board, Sydney. A piece of English/Australian optical history, and an excellent piece of engineering. In very good condition, including box and leather clasp. All parts moving freely, but untested optically and sold as found. Box: 29 x 18 x 15 cm Weight: 8.15 kg. In good, used condition. Appears complete, with box. Untested functionally but lens seems intact, all parts moving freely.

Starting Bid

AU$450

Ended

Est.

AU$450 - AU$650

A VINTAGE CORNING WARE 5L COVERED CASSEROLE DISH

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Description

A CORNING WARE 5L COVERED CASSEROLE DISH, SPICE OF LIFE L'ECHALOTE LA MARJOLAINE. Good overall condition. Wear on the base and some browning around edges, and one small chip on the lid. Complete with original box and styrofoam to keep dish safe. Dimensions of box: 34cm x 30cm x 15cm. Dimensions of dish: 26cm x 26cm x 15 cm.

Starting Bid

AU$200

Ended

Est.

AU$200 - AU$400

A WEST GERMAN VASE

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Description

A WEST GERMAN VASE. Good overall condition. Heigth: 42cm.

Starting Bid

AU$100

Ended

Est.

AU$100 - AU$150

SIONED FAY

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Description

SIONED FAY, 'The Forgotten Place'. Australian landscape featuring billabong on a cloudy day, with foreground showing evidence of recent bushfire. Signed and dated lower right. The painting appears to be its original wooden frame, but is not protected with glass The painting is in very good condition. The frame has a few dents and scratches but still structurally very good. 96cm x 73cm.

Starting Bid

AU$50

Ended

Est.

AU$50 - AU$150

A VINTAGE KEMP AMP & VOLTAGE METER

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Description

A VINTAGE KEMP DEMONSTRATION, EDUCATIONAL AMP AND VOLTAGE METER, MODEL D12A An authentic demonstration meter from a school or factory, made from solid wood & glass panels on both sides. The meter pointer is intact, with removable metal, demonstration chart, with Amps and Volts on both sides. The lot has been tested as safe by The Bower's electrical team, however it is sold As Found - may not function fully. 38cm x 37cm x 15cm. 4.5kgs.

Starting Bid

AU$50

Sold AU$50

Est.

AU$50 - AU$100

A KROSNO DECANTER

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Description

A KROSNO POLAND DECANTER, with green feature and stopper. Height 40cm.

Starting Bid

AU$50

Ended

Est.

AU$50 - AU$100

WOOLSTON THOMAS

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Description

WOOLSTON THOMAS, 'A Pioneer on the Fringe of the Harbour, Sydney' Watercolour. Framed. Dimensions (framed): 80 cm x 70 cm. Watercolour: 50 cm x 34 cm. Condition: The painting has a few small rust spots (visible in the clouds) and a circular and other black dust marks under the glass on the right hand side (visible on the distant headland & sky above.

Starting Bid

AU$50

Ended

Est.

AU$50 - AU$150

A BURSLEM PLATE & BOWL SET

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Description

A BURSLEM PLATE & BOWL SET A Burslem Midwinter Porcelain, cabbage leaf and tomato plate and bowl set. Excellent vintage condition, with no chips, cracks or repairs. Some crazing on the plate surfaces. Pieces marked 'Midwinter Burslem Porcelain'. Large plate: 21cm diameter, small plates: 17cm x 11cm and 13cm x 10cm.

Starting Bid

AU$60

Ended

Est.

AU$60 - AU$80

A COLLECTION OF POOLE SOUP BOWLS, CUPS, SAUCERS & PLATE

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A COLLECTION OF POOLE SOUP BOWLS, CUPS, SAUCERS AND PLATES Poole, England. Comprising four soup bowls, two tea cups, eight tea saucers, six soup saucers and one plate. Four small saucers marked 'Handmade, Hand Decorated' stamp on the base, two small saucers marked 'Poole England'. Diameters: Soup bowls: 13cm , 16cm with handles. Cups: 9.5cm, 11cm including handle. Plates: 24cm. Small saucers: 4.5cm. Large Saucers: 7.5cm. Height: Soup bowls: 5 cm. Cups: 5.5 cm. Total Weight: approximately 4kgs.

Starting Bid

AU$60

Sold AU$45

Est.

AU$60 - AU$80

THREE VARIOUS CAKE PLATES, INCLUDING SHELLEY

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Description

THREE VARIOUS CAKE PLATES, INCLUDING SHELLEY, two marked 'Wileman Foley', one marked 'Shelley'. All three plates in good condition. Gilt is worn considerably with use. One nibble in bottom of one plate has been ground down, suggesting manufacturer flaw. Diameter: 18cm.

Starting Bid

AU$40

Ended

Est.

AU$40 - AU$60

SIX MINIATURE TOBY JUGS

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Description

SIX MINIATURE TOBY JUGS, by Lancaster, Sandland, Made in England. Circa 1950. Characters include Sir Walter Raleigh, Jolly Boy, Highwayman, Scotsman, Robin Hood, Tony Weller (Dickens). Good overall condition, with no visible chips, cracks or repairs. They have a natural aged patina inside, which could be carefully cleaned. Height: 7cm.

Starting Bid

AU$60

Ended

Est.

AU$60 - AU$80

AN ART DECO STYLE HAND PAINTED JUG

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Description

AN ART DECO STYLE PAINTED JUG. Hand-painted in classic Art Deco style. Marked 'Made in England, Naple'. Good condition. Some wear to finish, but no visible cracks, chips or damage to pottery. Height: 16cm.

Starting Bid

AU$40

Sold AU$20

Est.

AU$40 - AU$60

A ROYAL DOULTON SAUCE BOAT

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Description

A ROYAL DOULTON SWAN DISH, Royal Doulton Ambassador Series. Good overall condition with no visible damage or repairs. Length: 25 cm. Width: 13 cm. Height: 9 cm. Weight: 450 grams.

Starting Bid

AU$40

Ended

Est.

AU$40 - AU$60

TWO TERRA AUSTRALIAN COFFEE MUGS

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Description

TWO TERRA AUSTRALIAN COFFEE MUGS. Circa 1960. Terra Ceramics was run by Bernhard Fiegel, a Dutch-trained potter who immigrated to Australia after the Second World War. Fiegel worked from Ashfield in Sydney and then Greenacre. Fiegel's pottery was produced under the names Terra Ceramics and Terama. The pieces were hand-worked in shape and then hand-painted. Some wear, flaw on inside top lip of yellow cup - glaze missing. Yellow cup has significant crazing on inside, one side only. No cracks or chips. 9 x 8 x 6cm (diameter). Weight (the pair): 400gms.

Starting Bid

AU$20

Ended

Est.

AU$20 - AU$40

A MID-CENTURY WATER JUG

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Description

A MID-CENTURY WATER JUG. Hand painted detailing in white, red and pink, with hand blown handle. Hand painted gold rim is worn but still apparent. Good overall condition, with no serious scratching to glass. Height: 19.5 cm. Width (including handle): 18cm. Diameter: 15cm. Weight: 650 gms.

Starting Bid

AU$40

Ended

Est.

AU$40 - AU$60

A MONARCH BY REMINGTON TYPEWRITER

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Description

A MONARCH BY REMINGTON TYPEWRITER, 1964. Good overall condition, however some rust and sticky keys. As found. Typewriter: 27cm x 31cm x 10cm. Case: 32cm x 32cm x 15cm.

Starting Bid

AU$150

Ended

Est.

AU$150 - AU$250

A 1960S KENWOOD CHEF FOOD MIXER

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Description

A 1960S KENWOOD CHEF FOOD MIXER, with attachments. The A701A was Kenwood's leading standing mixer from the 1960s to the 1970s. The lot is in good working condition, and has been tested as electrically safe, however it is unclear if it functions fully and is offered as is. Some joins require cleaning. The unit has buttons and slots for further attachments, but only two come with the machine. Spare attachments and the original user manual are available online. "After the global success of the Chef in the 1950s, the change in fashion and trends called for a makeover. Behold, the A701A Chef. With a new motor, gearbox and belt drive, plus a new modern and square look, it became the aspirational object for every home. And captured the mood of the swinging sixties." Dimensions (with bowl in place): 36cm x 30cm x 25cm. Approximate weight: 8kgs.

Starting Bid

AU$40

Ended

Est.

AU$40 - AU$80

A PAIR OF SWEDISH WATER LILY CANDLE HOLDERS

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Description

A PAIR OF SWEDISH WATER LILY CANDLE HOLDERS Hexagonal, Mema, Sweden. Silver plated. In original box, designed by Theresia Hvorslev, one of Sweden's leading silversmiths. Each holder is 5 cm in diameter. The slots for the candles are small, at 1.5 cm in circumference and 1.5 cm deep.

Starting Bid

AU$40

Sold AU$30

Est.

AU$40 - AU$80

A TREMBESI DINING TABLE

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Description

A TREMBESI DINING TABLE, refurbished by the Bower Team. Freshly sanded and re-oiled. In beautiful condition. Trembesi wood. 1500cm x 1000cm.

Starting Bid

AU$200

Sold AU$180

Est.

AU$200 - AU$400

A VINTAGE SCHOOL DESK

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Description

A VINTAGE SCHOOL DESK, in the possession of the donor since 1969. The desk is built from old tram doors. The Bower loves an up-cycle and this is an excellent example. Height: 74cm. Width: 47cm. Depth: 36cm.

Starting Bid

AU$120

Ended

Est.

AU$120 - AU$180

A PARKER LIGHT UP CABINET

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Description

Circa 1970. Tested and tagged, fitted with a plug in light. Good overall condition, but some restoration required. One door is slightly lower on the top cabinet section. A few scratches inside cabinet doors. Height: 200cm. Width: 90cm. Depth: 43cm.

Starting Bid

AU$350

Ended

Est.

AU$350 - AU$650

A COLLECTION OF BLUE WILLOW JOHNSON BROS CUPS, PLATES AND BOWLS

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Description

A COLLECTION OF A BLUE WILLOW JOHNSON BROS CUPS, PLATES AND BOWLS, comprising seven cups, eight saucers, nine side plates, three deep saucers and seven bowls. Some chips.

Starting Bid

AU$80

Ended

Est.

AU$80 - AU$120

A SET OF PLUSH ANTIQUE CHURCH DOORS

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Description

A SET OF PLUSH ANTIQUE CHURCH DOORS. Good overall condition, with some wear and patina. Each door: 210cm x 70cm

Starting Bid

AU$200

Ended

Est.

AU$200

A LIGHT-UP LOLLIPOP BOOKSHELF

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Description

A LIGHT-UP LOLLIPOP BOOKSHELF This bright and unique bookshelf is built from reclaimed materials by Pete at The Bower workshop. Width: 114cm. Height: 96cm. Depth: 23cm.

Starting Bid

AU$80

Ended

Est.

AU$80 - AU$120

THREE FIRESIDE BLOWN GLASS LAMPS

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Description

THREE FIRESIDE BLOWN GLASS LAMPS, emitting a soft fiery glow. Height: 50cm (each).

Starting Bid

AU$300

Ended

Est.

AU$300 - AU$600

A METAL DRUM COFFEE TABLE

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Description

A METAL DRUM COFFEE TABLE, the legs constructed from reclaimed timber. Handcrafted by Pete at The Bower Workshop.

Starting Bid

AU$100

Ended

Est.

AU$100 - AU$200

A TEA, SUGAR, CREAMER SET

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Description

A TEA, SUGAR, CREAMER SET Heights Pot: 24cm. Sugar pot: 13cm. Jug: 8cm.

Starting Bid

AU$30

Ended

Est.

AU$30 - AU$60

A TRACTOR BEAM TABLE LAMP

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Description

A TRACTOR BEAM TABLE LAMP, constructed completely from reclaimed materials by Pete at The Bower Workshop. Magnified glass surface, the base formed of reclaimed oak. Height: 22cm.

Starting Bid

AU$80

Ended

Est.

AU$80 - AU$120

A VENUS FLYTRAP FLOOR LAMP

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Description

A VENUS FLYTRAP FLOOR LAMP, upcycled by Pete at the Bower Workshop. Height: 190cm.

Starting Bid

AU$40

Ended

Est.

AU$40 - AU$80

A SINGER SEWING MACHINE

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Description

A SINGER SEWING MACHINE, untested and as found. Height: 28cm. Width: 40cm.

Starting Bid

AU$25

Ended

Est.

AU$25 - AU$75

A HAND-PAINTED WALL PLAQUE WITH TWIN HANGING POTS

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Description

A HAND-PAINTED WALL PLAQUE WITH TWIN HANGING POTS, glazed ceramic, possibly Mid-Century, European. Minor chips to the base of pots, but no repairs. Front is glazed, rear is plain. Drain holes in pots, with copper-wired mounting holes for wall hanging. Width: 34cm. Height: 29cm. Depth: 7.5cm. Weight: approximately 2kgs.

Starting Bid

AU$60

Ended

Est.

AU$60 - AU$80

A VINTAGE BABY PRAM

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Description

A VINTAGE BABY PRAM Fair condition, suitable for display or restoration. The hood moves from 'closed' to 'open' position. The left metal support for the handle is bent & detached from the pram rim, but it may be fixable. The thin vinyl-like covering material inside is heavily worn.

Starting Bid

AU$40

Ended

Est.

AU$40 - AU$60

A WINE DECANTER

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Description

A WINE DECANTER, with grape vine motif. Good overall condition, some patina and rust.

Starting Bid

AU$50

Ended

Est.

AU$50 - AU$100

A COLLECTION OF WHITE DWARF WARHAMMER MAGAZINES

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Description

A COLLECTION OF WHITE DWARF WARHAMMER MAGAZINES, comprising 44 issues, ranging from issue 179 - 331 (not inclusive) and three supplement issues. Fair condition, with no significant damage or pages missing.

Starting Bid

AU$50

Ended

Est.

AU$50 - AU$100

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