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Cameras & Scientific Instruments

08 May 2025 11:00
Venue: Online & at David Duggleby, Scarborough, YO11 1XN

Don’t miss our upcoming Cameras & Scientific Instruments Sale, a specialist auction showcasing a remarkable array of photographic equipment and precision apparatus.

From the cutting edge to the classic, this sale spans vintage and modern photographic gear—including Nikon’s impressive Coolpix P1000 and the iconic Rolleiflex TLR—to high-performance binoculars and spotting scopes by Zeiss and Canon.

For the scientifically inclined, explore an array of precision instruments and educational marvels: a Meade astro-telescope, Leica traverse prism, and a remarkable mid-century collection of microscope slides featuring pathological and botanical specimens. Railway enthusiasts will also be drawn to an evocative archive of vintage locomotive photographs, packed into a charming tin chest.

Whether you're a collector, a curious mind, or a connoisseur of the mechanical and the meticulous, this sale promises an exciting opportunity to acquire truly exceptional pieces. Browse the catalogue and place your bids today.

Viewings

Tuesday 6th May 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7th May 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8th May from 9am



Buyer's premium 25.00% plus VAT.

In-house post & packing available - see individual lots for prices.

Items to be paid for Thursday, 15 May and collected by Thursday, 15 May

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Corgi Toys diecast Ecurie Ecosse Racing Car Transporter no. 1126, in dark blue with silv...

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9ct gold broken wedding band, Paketa wristwatch, silver chain, silver box with fairy and a...

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Edwardian silver cigarette case, embossed with floral decoration, hallmarked George Frank ...

Estimate £100-200

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Group of silver, comprising ruby glass scent bottle with silver cover, cut glass inkwell w...

Estimate £70-100

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Prussian cavalry officer's sword, with 79cm etched curved blade double-edged towards the p...

Estimate £250-450

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REGISTERED FIREARMS DEALER ONLY De-activated 19th Century French Chassepot Rifle type 1874...

Estimate £180-280

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.22 air rifle with under lever action, chequered pistol grip, adjustable butt, camo covere...

Estimate £50-100

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Surgeon Norman Jennings group of five medals and corresponding miniatures, comprising WWI ...

Estimate £150-250

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WWII German Kriegsmarine naval officers sword, the 79cm single edged blade marked Carl Eic...

Estimate £250-450

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Paratrooper cloth badges, including Paratrooper Wings, Canadian wings etc

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Great British and World coins, including King George V 1917 one shilling, King George VI 1...

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Oil on canvas of a Lion signed 'Rex' 60cm x 50cm

Estimate £20-50

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Joy Kirton-Smith (British contemporary): 'Dance I' and 'Dance II', pair limited edition co...

Estimate £30-50

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Janet Treby (British 1955-): 'Soft Interlude' 'Calm Seclusion' 'Metamorphosis II' 'Metamor...

Estimate £50-100

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Set three Arts & Crafts lithographs of Dutch scenes, together with set of similar watercol...

Estimate £20-40

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John A Blakey (British 1952-): Portrait of a Lady, watercolour and pencil sketch signed an...

Estimate £30-50

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Frederick Hamilton Jackson (British 1848-1923): Couple on the Village Green, watercolour s...

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English Naive School (Early 20th century): Horseracing, watercolour signed; Julie Brennan ...

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George III mahogany drop-leaf dining table, gate-leg action base, on moulded square supports

Estimate £20-50

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Circle of Thomas Miles Richardson (British 1784-1848): Figures and Cart on the Amalfi Coas...

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Watercolour by General Colin Campbell together with various prints, watercolours and oils ...

Estimate £20-40

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Norman Webster etching, Warburton pastel and other assorted watercolours and oils (in one box)

Estimate £30-60

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Two Edwardian inlaid mahogany chairs, gadroon moulded cresting rail over inlaid splat back...

Estimate £50-80

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Mid 19th Century Walnut work table and card table, baize-lined swivel top, two short and o...

Estimate £100-150

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William and Mary design dresser, fitted with drawers, plate rack with shaped frieze and tw...

Estimate £50-100

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Kashan

Estimate £500-700

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Persian

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Catherine Tyler (British 1949-): 'Staithes Cliffs', oil on canvas signed, titled verso 49cm x 59cm

Estimate £200-400

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Mark Lancelot Symons (British 1887-1935): A Tiring Day in the Garden, oil on canvas signed...

Estimate £500-800

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Carl Von Bergen (German 1853-1933): Sisters Caught in the Rain, oil on canvas signed and d...

Estimate £200-400

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Owen Bowen (Staithes Group 1873-1967): Ilkley from the Cow and Calf, oil on board signed, ...

Estimate £200-400

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James Charles (British 1851-1906): The Thames Gondolier, oil on mahogany panel signed with...

Estimate £150-250

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Henry Barlow Carter (British 1804-1868): 'Edinburgh', watercolour signed and dated 1859, 55cm x 77cm

Estimate £150-250

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Sir David Murray (Scottish 1849-1933): The Fisherman. oil on panel unsigned, inscribed in ...

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John Mackie (Scottish 1953-): Still Life of Blossoming Pink Daisies, pastel signed 57cm x 64cm

Estimate £200-400

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Frederik Christian Kiærskou (Dutch 1805-1891): Wooded Landscape with Deer and Stream, oil ...

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William Hough (British 1819-1897): Still Life of Pink Roses, watercolour signed 54cm x 41cm

Estimate £150-250

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John Mackie (Scottish 1953-): Amsterdam Canal, pastel signed and dated '96, 39cm x 59cm

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Charles Meryon (French 1821-1868): House with a Turret - 'Rue de la Tixéranderie, Paris', ...

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Harold Whaley (Isle of Man 1896-1976): Shepherd and Flock by a Viaduct, watercolour with s...

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Samuel Williamson (British 1792-1840): Landscape with Goatherd, oil on panel signed and da...

Estimate £150-250

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James Edwin Meadows (British 1828-1888): View of an English Village, pair oils on board si...

Estimate £150-250

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Gustav Feith (Austrian 1875-1951): Still Life of Daisies in Blue Vase, signed and dated 19...

Estimate £200-300

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William Shackleton (Bradford 1872-1933): Shepherds Minding the Lambs at Malham Cove, gouac...

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Samuel John 'Lamorna' Birch (Newlyn School 1869-1955): Chickens Feeding in the Yard, water...

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Rowland Henry Hill (Staithes Group 1873-1952): Hanging out Washing at Ugthorpe Mill, water...

Estimate £200-400

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Clifford Hall (British 1904-1973): Yatch in the Harbour, oil on board signed 24cm x 34cm

Estimate £200-300

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Frederick (Fred) Lawson (British 1888-1968): 'Palais Longchamps -Marseille', watercolour s...

Estimate £150-250

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David Bates (British 1840-1921): 'On the River Teme - Near Martley Worcestershire', oil on...

Estimate £300-500

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Attrib. Dorothea Sharp (British 1874-1955): Sisters Picking Wildflowers, oil on canvas boa...

Estimate £800-1,200

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William Shackleton (British 1872-1933): Sunrise Over the Lambs, gouache signed and dated '...

Estimate £300-500

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William Miller Frazer RSA (Scottish 1864-1961): 'Pulborough' Sussex, oil on canvas signed,...

Estimate £200-300

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