In our next auction we have our usual eclectic mix of items from art to philosophy, history, shipping, military and cars.
In terms of art books, we have both Australian and Masters artworks including an ink sketch by Brett Whiteley, etchings from Adrian Feint and Sydney Long. As well as restrikes by Renoir and sculpture by Rodin and Matisse amongst others.
We have some good and early philosophy books including a first edition of Leviathan by Thomas Hobbes, Humane Understanding by John Locke, Essays by David Hume, Works of Voltaire, Saint Augustine’s City of God.
We have some good and interesting Australian History including the family bible of Gregory Blaxland, one of the three explorers to cross the Blue mountains. Barrington’s History of NSW in original wrappers.
We have about 50 shipping lots including books on the navy mostly Britain and Australia. A few books on Shipwrecks, Ship building, Steam, Trade, Travel and Voyages. Many also relate to the Australian Military.
First editions. Ian Fleming, Charles Bukowski, HG Wells, Arthur Rackham, Xavier Herbert, Richard Dawkins and more.
Car books including: Lotus, Porsche, Jaguars, MG, Bentley, Rolls Royce. Races like the Grand Prix and Le Mans. A standout catalogue Raisonne of Porsche.
We also have good Natural History and Fishing.
When: 10AM Friday 14th July 2023.
Where: The auction will be held live in the room and broadcast online.
Bidding: You are welcome to come in and bid in the room. If you can’t make it organise a phone or absentee bid or view live with our online broadcast.
Viewing: 10am until 5pm weekdays. (Please ring ahead)
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