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Lot 151:
Description
A collection of two items of memorabilia consisting of a framed theatrical supplement and a nautical knot board display. The first item is a framed monochrome printed supplement from The Performer, dated 4 November 1948, commemorating the Royal Performance at the London Palladium in aid of the Variety Artistes’ Benevolent Fund. The central montage features King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, surrounded by a roster of performers including a young Julie Andrews, Arthur Askey, Danny Kaye, Ted Ray, Charlie Chester, Ted Heath, and the Nicholas Brothers. A section titled Thanks for the Memory lists veteran variety stars including Nellie Wallace and Gertie Gitana. The second item is a decorative glazed nautical knot board fashioned as a wooden tray with carrying handles. It contains a series of hand-tied rope knots and miniature maritime models including an anchor, ship’s wheel, binnacle, life buoy, and axe, each accompanied by an etched brass-toned identification plaque. Identified knots include the Surgeon’s Knot, Sheepshank, Reef Knot, Figure of Eight Knot, Cow Hitch, Rolling Hitch, Sheet Bend, Double Sheet, Bowline in the Bight, and French Bowline.
Framed supplement: 48 cm x 35 cm
Nautical tray: 35 cm width.
Condition report:
The supplement print shows significant age-toning and foxing to the paper, particularly around the margins, with a visible central vertical fold line. The gilt-effect wooden frame shows heavy wear with chips and losses to the decorative surface finish. The nautical tray is in generally good condition with some surface scratches and scuffs to the wooden frame consistent with age; internal elements are secure and the glazing is intact.
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