Science, Technology & Clocks

325: Magnificent Pair of 18-inch Newton Library Globes,

494: Four Swords, Japan, 19th century, one Katana, two

498: Two Artillery Short Swords, American, 19th century

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Science, Technology & Clocks

Bonhams Skinner

Science, Technology & Clocks offers a wide range of historical and scientific instruments at auction including nautical antiques, instruments of celestial navigation, telescopes, microscopes, globes, early medical material, mechanical music and automata, patent models and timekeeping devices . The horological component of this department spans centuries of invention and function from the earliest timekeeping devices to precision regulator clocks of the 19th century.

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Collection of Fur and Feathers for Doll Costuming,: Collection of Fur and Feathers for Doll Costuming, 20th century, twenty-nine ermine pelts, ermine muff, and ermine capelet, twelve packets of ostrich feathers in various colors, two white fur pieces.

0750: Collection of Fur and Feathers for Doll Costuming,Est.

$200

$300

Lot Passed

Doll Accessories, a black cotton parasol, lg. 12;: Doll Accessories, a black cotton parasol, lg. 12; a pair of snow shoes, lg. 10; and two white kid gloves (not a pair) for approx. 18-25 in. doll.

0751: Doll Accessories, a black cotton parasol, lg. 12;Est.

$250

$300

Lot Passed

Child's Porcelain Chocolate Set, 20th century, wit: Child's Porcelain Chocolate Set, 20th century, with transfer leaf decoration on white, four place settings, plates, bowls, teacups, three saucers, chocolate pot, covered bowl, covered sugar, creamer,

0752: Child's Porcelain Chocolate Set, 20th century, witEst.

$200

$300

Lot Passed

Baby Dresser Items and a Doll's Nursing Set, c. 19: Baby Dresser Items and a Doll's Nursing Set, c. 1930, comprising a boxed ivorine hair brush and comb, hair brush, comb, toothbrush; boxed doll's nursing bottle, teething ring and face cloth.

0753: Baby Dresser Items and a Doll's Nursing Set, c. 19Est.

$25

$50

Lot Passed

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Round Wicker Sewing Basket, 20th century, lined wi: Round Wicker Sewing Basket, 20th century, lined with pink shantung silk, containing figural tape measure, pincushions, and thimble case; three-piece rosewood beehive-form sewing accessory set

0754: Round Wicker Sewing Basket, 20th century, lined wiEst.

$200

$300

SOLD

Twenty-nine Cards of Assorted White Cotton Lace Ed: Twenty-nine Cards of Assorted White Cotton Lace Edgings and Inserts, various lengths, (some foxing).

0755: Twenty-nine Cards of Assorted White Cotton Lace EdEst.

$200

$300

SOLD

Group of Small Sewing and Novelty Items, 20th cent: Group of Small Sewing and Novelty Items, 20th century, several doll purses and metal purse frames, deck of miniature playing cards, two plastic needle cases, tiny leather-covered box, small picture

0756: Group of Small Sewing and Novelty Items, 20th centEst.

$150

$200

SOLD

Group of Handmade Doll Clothes, 20th century, four: Group of Handmade Doll Clothes, 20th century, four pastel silk dresses and three straw hats for approx. 5-6 in. doll, white satin corset, chemise and night dress for approx. 10-12 in. doll, white

0757: Group of Handmade Doll Clothes, 20th century, fourEst.

$100

$150

SOLD

Six Assorted Toy Sewing Machines, late 19th-20th c: Six Assorted Toy Sewing Machines, late 19th-20th century, five black-painted cast iron, one black-painted steel, with chromed steel parts, several with gold accents, three Singer, one Liberty, one

0758: Six Assorted Toy Sewing Machines, late 19th-20th cEst.

$300

$500

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Approximately Twenty-five Sewing and Fashion Bookl: Approximately Twenty-five Sewing and Fashion Booklets and Magazines, late 19th/early 20th century, ladies', children's, and doll's outfits and fancy work instructions.

0759: Approximately Twenty-five Sewing and Fashion BooklEst.

$150

$250

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Four Folding Doll Parasols, 20th century, three wi: Four Folding Doll Parasols, 20th century, three with shades of silk, lace and ribbons, one uncovered frame, with wooden handles, brass fittings and bead accents, lg. 14 1/4 in.

0760: Four Folding Doll Parasols, 20th century, three wiEst.

$150

$200

SOLD

Five Pairs of Doll Shoes, France and Germany, late: Five Pairs of Doll Shoes, France and Germany, late 19th century, four of brown kid, one of maroon kid with heels, some decorated with bows and buckles, various sizes, (some lot wear).

0761: Five Pairs of Doll Shoes, France and Germany, lateEst.

$400

$600

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Large Lot of Doll Shoes, late 19th/20th century, s: Large Lot of Doll Shoes, late 19th/20th century, some French, including kid, faux kid, and cloth, in many colors, styles, and sizes, (some singles, some lot wear).

0762: Large Lot of Doll Shoes, late 19th/20th century, sEst.

$400

$600

SOLD

Seven Pairs of Doll Shoes, France and Germany, lat: Seven Pairs of Doll Shoes, France and Germany, late 19th century, of kid, fabric, faux kid, assorted sizes, in white and various pastel colors, (some lot wear).

0763: Seven Pairs of Doll Shoes, France and Germany, latEst.

$400

$600

Three Pairs of Fashion Doll Kid Gloves, Paris, lat: Three Pairs of Fashion Doll Kid Gloves, Paris, late 19th/20th century, white, tan, and navy blue, (blue pair worn).

0764: Three Pairs of Fashion Doll Kid Gloves, Paris, latEst.

$200

$300

Lot Passed

SOLD

Assorted Handmade Doll Clothes and a Small Lot of: Assorted Handmade Doll Clothes and a Small Lot of Fabric, late 19th/20th century, of wool, silk, and cotton, including jackets, blouses, skirts, nightwear, silk ribbons, and pieces of silk, (some lot

0765: Assorted Handmade Doll Clothes and a Small Lot ofEst.

$200

$300

SOLD

Group of Doll Clothing, 20th century, cherry silk: Group of Doll Clothing, 20th century, cherry silk pleated front drop-waist dress with ecru lace trim, navy blue velveteen coat, and a white cotton petticoat, for approx. 20 - 22 in. doll.

0766: Group of Doll Clothing, 20th century, cherry silkEst.

$50

$75

SOLD

Group of Mostly Fashion Doll Items, 19th century a: Group of Mostly Fashion Doll Items, 19th century and later, five lady's or doll's parasols, leather mesh, beaded and cloth purses and bags, fur muff, inlaid wood sewing box with table clamp, three

0767: Group of Mostly Fashion Doll Items, 19th century aEst.

$300

$500

SOLD

Cloth Mickey and Minnie Mouse by Knickerbocker, ra: Cloth Mickey and Minnie Mouse by Knickerbocker, rat-nosed Mickey and Minnie with "piecrust" eyes, felt ears, original costumes, Mickey with rubber tail and Minnie with paper tag (creased) Licensed by

0768: Cloth Mickey and Minnie Mouse by Knickerbocker, raEst.

$800

$1,200

SOLD

Christine Adams Artist Doll and Literature, "Amy,": Christine Adams Artist Doll and Literature, "Amy," by Tiny Toys Hand-Made Dolls, 1977, with painted stockinette mask character face, closed mouth, blue eyes, short blonde curls, pale peach cotton

0769: Christine Adams Artist Doll and Literature, "Amy,"Est.

$400

$600

SOLD

Madame Alexander Vinyl "Madame" Doll in Original B: Madame Alexander Vinyl "Madame" Doll in Original Box, 1967-75, No. 1460, with sleeping blue eyes, blonde hair, pink brocade outfit, paper booklet telling a Revolutionary War story titled "The Secret

0770: Madame Alexander Vinyl "Madame" Doll in Original BEst.

$50

$75

SOLD

Boxed Mattel Barbie and a Steiff Recumbent Lion, 1: Boxed Mattel Barbie and a Steiff Recumbent Lion, 1965-66 bendable-leg center-part brunette Barbie, in pink and multicolored sleeveless top, turquoise shorts and sandals, ht. 11 1/2, in maker's box

0771: Boxed Mattel Barbie and a Steiff Recumbent Lion, 1Est.

$100

$150

SOLD

Two Small Carved Wood Dolls, mid-20th century, sig: Two Small Carved Wood Dolls, mid-20th century, signed Helen Bullard, 1951, lady with brown-painted hair and blue eyes, moveable head, jointed at shoulders and hips, painted shoes, red print cotton

0772: Two Small Carved Wood Dolls, mid-20th century, sigEst.

$150

$200

SOLD

Eight Mattel Boxed "Barbie" Doll Items, 1970s, thr: Eight Mattel Boxed "Barbie" Doll Items, 1970s, three "Twist 'n Turn Waist" Barbies, Russell Stover "Special Edition Barbie," two talking "Stacey," (do not talk), one talking "Ken," (does not talk),

0773: Eight Mattel Boxed "Barbie" Doll Items, 1970s, thrEst.

$400

$600

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