9.88.Alexander Estate Miscellany

**Alexander Estate Auction Preview**
	Items 33-50: Miscellany: furniture, porcelain, etc.
1: Pictures. 2: Books and papers. 3: Miscellany: furniture, porcelain, etc. Back to Mouritz	The following items will be placed on ebay.co.uk auction on behalf of the Estate of F. M. Alexander. The items are only for preview here. Questions will be answered through ebay.co.uk once the auction has commenced. More details on Alexander Estate Auction. The pictures are large; please allow time for your browser to load them. All measurements are approximate (+/- one inch).
Item 33	Ashley Place teaching table

Description	Solid and thick wood. Probably stained pine wood. Foldable. Suffered from damp. Metal bits rusty. Some kind of carpet has been lying on the table for some time, and some remnants still stick (see pictures). Needs lots of TLC. Has probably been used as a DIY work table at some point (see saw cuts to edge on picture).
Size	78" long x 26.5" width x 30" height (approximate size).
F. M. Alexander's?	Very likely. Both Beaumont Jr and his son have been told this was the Ashley Place teaching table. They believe the carpet was requested by F. M. Alexander for people to have something soft to lie on. The dimensions fit that of a teaching table, albeit a narrow one.
Provenance	The provenance of the item has been estimated by Jean M. O. Fischer based on consultation with the nephew and grandnephew of F. M. Alexander and other sources. More details on the history of the auction on http://www.mouritz.co.uk/9.85.AlexanderEstateAuc.html.
Notes	Walter Carrington makes reference to the first teaching table as having been made in 1939 by the Crossly (Crossley?) brothers in the interview by Hidemi Hatada (Conscious Control vol. 1 no. 1, 2007, p. 80). Due to the size this item is for collection only.
Pay and conditions	Please read carefully the condition of the item. No negotiations or buy-it-now offers will be entered into. Payment can be made with Paypal or cheque in British Pound Sterling. Cheque or bank transfer is preferred for purchases for items sold for more than £500. No items will be shipped or can be collected until cheque has cleared or bank transfer has been completed. Cheques or bank transfers must be received within 7 days of end of auction. PayPal payments must be received within 48 hours of end of auction. Despatch will take place within 3 days of receiving cleared payments. Collection in person must be completed within two weeks of end of auction (in South East London). Failure to meet any of the dead-lines or pay in full, will result in the item being offered to the second highest bidder or re-auctioned. Items are sold as seen and refund will only be given if an item is not as described or is damaged in the post. In case of damage you must keep the packaging for inspection by Royal Mail or local postal authorities.
SOLD	Sold 18 June 2007 for £410.00 on ebay.co.uk.
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Item 34	Ashley Place typewriter - Underwood

Description	A 1920s or 1930s typewriter produced by Underwood. Keys appear to work (some less smooth than others), but the typewriter has suffered from rust - see pictures.
Size	15" x 15" x 9"
F. M. Alexander's?	Certain. Walter Carrington positively identified this item from a photograph I showed him in 2004. He said he had spent many hours with this typewriter. It was used not only for Ashley Place correspondence but for transcribing F. M. Alexander's drafts for the MS for The Universal Constant in Living.
Provenance	The provenance of the item has been estimated by Jean M. O. Fischer based on consultation with the nephew and grandnephew of F. M. Alexander and other sources. More details on the history of the auction on http://www.mouritz.co.uk/9.85.AlexanderEstateAuc.html.
Notes	Due to the weight this item is for collection only.
Pay and conditions	Please read carefully the condition of the item. No negotiations or buy-it-now offers will be entered into. Payment can be made with Paypal or cheque in British Pound Sterling. Cheque or bank transfer is preferred for purchases for items sold for more than £500. No items will be shipped or can be collected until cheque has cleared or bank transfer has been completed. Cheques or bank transfers must be received within 7 days of end of auction. PayPal payments must be received within 48 hours of end of auction. Despatch will take place within 3 days of receiving cleared payments. Collection in person must be completed within two weeks of end of auction (in South East London). Failure to meet any of the dead-lines or pay in full, will result in the item being offered to the second highest bidder or re-auctioned. Items are sold as seen and refund will only be given if an item is not as described or is damaged in the post. In case of damage you must keep the packaging for inspection by Royal Mail or local postal authorities.
SOLD	Sold 18 June 2007 for £31.00 on ebay.co.uk.
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Item 35	Old oak coffer

Description	Oak. It is not known how old it is, but old it is. Probably 18th century or earlier - Alexander is unlikley to have bought a reproduction. Little candle box on the inside. No key, rusty hinges. Some markings to the wood from having been stored in damp conditions. Two panels in the lid have cracks - note the masking tape "repair" to the inside of the lid. Left side of bottom front strip is loose.
Size	43" w x 20" deep x 26.5" height (outside measurements). Leg height approx. 7"
F. M. Alexander's?	Very likely.
Notes	Due to the size and weight this item is for collection only.
Pay and conditions	Please read carefully the condition of the item. No negotiations or buy-it-now offers will be entered into. Payment can be made with Paypal or cheque in British Pound Sterling. Cheque or bank transfer is preferred for purchases for items sold for more than £500. No items will be shipped or can be collected until cheque has cleared or bank transfer has been completed. Cheques or bank transfers must be received within 7 days of end of auction. PayPal payments must be received within 48 hours of end of auction. Despatch will take place within 3 days of receiving cleared payments. Collection in person must be completed within two weeks of end of auction (in South East London). Failure to meet any of the dead-lines or pay in full, will result in the item being offered to the second highest bidder or re-auctioned. Items are sold as seen and refund will only be given if an item is not as described or is damaged in the post. In case of damage you must keep the packaging for inspection by Royal Mail or local postal authorities.
SOLD	Sold 18 June 2007 for £250.00 on ebay.co.uk.
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Item 36	Porcelain: small platter

Description	Handpainted porcelain platter of unknown origin. Same pattern and mark (see pictures below) as other large platter and plates and soup plates. One handle is broken. With wall hanging.
Size	8" x 6"
Notes
F. M. Alexander's?	Yes. Kept at Ashley Place.
Provenance	The provenance of the item has been estimated by Jean M. O. Fischer based on consultation with the nephew and grandnephew of F. M. Alexander and other sources. More details on the history of the auction on http://www.mouritz.co.uk/9.85.AlexanderEstateAuc.html.
Pay and conditions	Please read carefully the condition of the item. No negotiations or buy-it-now offers will be entered into. Payment can be made with Paypal or cheque in British Pound Sterling. Cheque or bank transfer is preferred for purchases for items sold for more than £500. No items will be shipped or can be collected until cheque has cleared or bank transfer has been completed. Cheques or bank transfers must be received within 7 days of end of auction. PayPal payments must be received within 48 hours of end of auction. Despatch will take place within 3 days of receiving cleared payments. Collection in person must be completed within two weeks of end of auction (in South East London). Failure to meet any of the dead-lines or pay in full, will result in the item being offered to the second highest bidder or re-auctioned. Items are sold as seen and refund will only be given if an item is not as described or is damaged in the post. In case of damage you must keep the packaging for inspection by Royal Mail or local postal authorities. Postage costs abroad depends on the final sale value as insurance will be included. For example, for this item, with insurance up to £150, for Europe: £17.30; for USA: £19.50. Please email for other countries and combinations.
SOLD	Sold 18 June 2007 for £29.00 on ebay.co.uk.
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Item 37	Porcelain: large platter

Description	Handpainted porcelain platter of unknown origin. Almost identical pattern (see pictures below) as small platter, plates and soup plates. One handle is broken. One large crack. There is no identity mark on the back.
Size	11" x 9" x 1" deep
F. M. Alexander's?	Yes. Kept at Ashley Place.
Notes
Provenance	The provenance of the item has been estimated by Jean M. O. Fischer based on consultation with the nephew and grandnephew of F. M. Alexander and other sources. More details on the history of the auction on http://www.mouritz.co.uk/9.85.AlexanderEstateAuc.html.
Pay and conditions	Please read carefully the condition of the item. No negotiations or buy-it-now offers will be entered into. Payment can be made with Paypal or cheque in British Pound Sterling. Cheque or bank transfer is preferred for purchases for items sold for more than £500. No items will be shipped or can be collected until cheque has cleared or bank transfer has been completed. Cheques or bank transfers must be received within 7 days of end of auction. PayPal payments must be received within 48 hours of end of auction. Despatch will take place within 3 days of receiving cleared payments. Collection in person must be completed within two weeks of end of auction (in South East London). Failure to meet any of the dead-lines or pay in full, will result in the item being offered to the second highest bidder or re-auctioned. Items are sold as seen and refund will only be given if an item is not as described or is damaged in the post. In case of damage you must keep the packaging for inspection by Royal Mail or local postal authorities. Postage costs abroad depends on the final sale value as insurance will be included. For example, for this item, with insurance up to £150, for Europe: £17.30; for USA: £19.50. Please email for other countries and combinations.
SOLD	Sold 18 June 2007 for £29.00 on ebay.co.uk.
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Item 38	Porcelain: set of 12 dinner plates (1 broken)

Description	Handpainted porcelain platter of unknown origin. Same pattern and mark (see pictures above) as platters and soup plates. One plate is broken.
Size	10" diameter
Provenance	The provenance of the item has been estimated by Jean M. O. Fischer based on consultation with the nephew and grandnephew of F. M. Alexander and other sources. More details on the history of the auction on http://www.mouritz.co.uk/9.85.AlexanderEstateAuc.html.
F. M. Alexander's?	Yes. Probably kept at Ashley Place.
Pay and conditions	Please read carefully the condition of the item. No negotiations or buy-it-now offers will be entered into. Payment can be made with Paypal or cheque in British Pound Sterling. Cheque or bank transfer is preferred for purchases for items sold for more than £500. No items will be shipped or can be collected until cheque has cleared or bank transfer has been completed. Cheques or bank transfers must be received within 7 days of end of auction. PayPal payments must be received within 48 hours of end of auction. Despatch will take place within 3 days of receiving cleared payments. Collection in person must be completed within two weeks of end of auction (in South East London). Failure to meet any of the dead-lines or pay in full, will result in the item being offered to the second highest bidder or re-auctioned. Items are sold as seen and refund will only be given if an item is not as described or is damaged in the post. In case of damage you must keep the packaging for inspection by Royal Mail or local postal authorities. Postage costs abroad depends on the final sale value as insurance will be included. For example, for this item, with insurance up to £150, for Europe: £40.20; for USA: £88.95. Please email for other countries and combinations.
Hoax warning	Sold 18 June 2007 for £51.00 on ebay.co.uk.
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Item 39	Porcelain: set of 12 soup plates

Description	Handpainted porcelain soup plates of unknown origin. Almost identical pattern (see pictures below) as small platter, plates and dinner plates.
Size	10" diameter
Provenance	The provenance of the item has been estimated by Jean M. O. Fischer based on consultation with the nephew and grandnephew of F. M. Alexander and other sources. More details on the history of the auction on http://www.mouritz.co.uk/9.85.AlexanderEstateAuc.html.
F. M. Alexander's?	Yes. Probably kept at Ashley Place.
Pay and conditions	Please read carefully the condition of the item. No negotiations or buy-it-now offers will be entered into. Payment can be made with Paypal or cheque in British Pound Sterling. Cheque or bank transfer is preferred for purchases for items sold for more than £500. No items will be shipped or can be collected until cheque has cleared or bank transfer has been completed. Cheques or bank transfers must be received within 7 days of end of auction. PayPal payments must be received within 48 hours of end of auction. Despatch will take place within 3 days of receiving cleared payments. Collection in person must be completed within two weeks of end of auction (in South East London). Failure to meet any of the dead-lines or pay in full, will result in the item being offered to the second highest bidder or re-auctioned. Items are sold as seen and refund will only be given if an item is not as described or is damaged in the post. In case of damage you must keep the packaging for inspection by Royal Mail or local postal authorities.
SOLD	Sold 18 June 2007 for £49.00 on ebay.co.uk.
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Item 40	Boxed set of 12 fish knives

Description	Wooden box with two trays with 12 fish knives of unknown origin. Box is in good condition except the bottom which worn. The key is missing. Knives are possibly silver - see picture for markings. Intricate pattern to each knife. Each handle has a 'B' engraved on it. Handles could be ivory or composition handles.
Size	Box: 11" x 9" x 2" Each fish knife is 8.5" long.
Notes
F. M. Alexander's?	Probably not. The mark 'B' could indicate they belonged to Beaumont Alexander (F. M.'s youngest brother). F. M. Alexander' sister Amy, married the London ivory merchant George Mechin in 1914. If the handles are ivory it could be a gift from George and Amy to Beaumont.
Provenance	The provenance of the item has been estimated by Jean M. O. Fischer based on consultation with the nephew and grandnephew of F. M. Alexander and other sources. More details on the history of the auction on http://www.mouritz.co.uk/9.85.AlexanderEstateAuc.html.
Pay and conditions	Please read carefully the condition of the item. No negotiations or buy-it-now offers will be entered into. Payment can be made with Paypal or cheque in British Pound Sterling. Cheque or bank transfer is preferred for purchases for items sold for more than £500. No items will be shipped or can be collected until cheque has cleared or bank transfer has been completed. Cheques or bank transfers must be received within 7 days of end of auction. PayPal payments must be received within 48 hours of end of auction. Despatch will take place within 3 days of receiving cleared payments. Collection in person must be completed within two weeks of end of auction (in South East London). Failure to meet any of the dead-lines or pay in full, will result in the item being offered to the second highest bidder or re-auctioned. Items are sold as seen and refund will only be given if an item is not as described or is damaged in the post. In case of damage you must keep the packaging for inspection by Royal Mail or local postal authorities. Postage costs abroad depends on the final sale value as insurance will be included. For example, for this item, with insurance up to £150, for Europe: £24.70; for USA: £37.70. Please email for other countries and combinations.
SOLD	Sold 18 June 2007 for £16.50 on ebay.co.uk.
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Item 41	Champagne bucket - 'Chez Peter'

Description	Inscribed "Chez Peter". Silverplated: Mark on the bottom says: A1 E.P.N.S. (Electro Plated Nickel Silver). Indentation at bottom - see picture bottom left.
Size	7.5" height x 7" diameter at top (approximately)
Notes
F. M. Alexander's?	No. "Chez Peter" was a restaurant run by Beaumont Alexander.
Provenance	The provenance of the item has been estimated by Jean M. O. Fischer based on consultation with the nephew and grandnephew of F. M. Alexander and other sources. More details on the history of the auction on http://www.mouritz.co.uk/9.85.AlexanderEstateAuc.html.
Pay and conditions	Please read carefully the condition of the item. No negotiations or buy-it-now offers will be entered into. Payment can be made with Paypal or cheque in British Pound Sterling. Cheque or bank transfer is preferred for purchases for items sold for more than £500. No items will be shipped or can be collected until cheque has cleared or bank transfer has been completed. Cheques or bank transfers must be received within 7 days of end of auction. PayPal payments must be received within 48 hours of end of auction. Despatch will take place within 3 days of receiving cleared payments. Collection in person must be completed within two weeks of end of auction (in South East London). Failure to meet any of the dead-lines or pay in full, will result in the item being offered to the second highest bidder or re-auctioned. Items are sold as seen and refund will only be given if an item is not as described or is damaged in the post. In case of damage you must keep the packaging for inspection by Royal Mail or local postal authorities. Postage costs abroad depends on the final sale value as insurance will be included. For example, for this item, with insurance up to £150, for Europe: £24.70; for USA: £37.70. Please email for other countries and combinations.
SOLD	Sold 18 June 2007 for £22.50 on ebay.co.uk.
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Item 42	Perfume Spray bottle from the F. M. Alexander estate

Description	Probably silver top. Crystal is undamaged.
Size	5.5" tall x 1.5" diameter at bottom (approximately)
Notes
F. M. Alexander's?	It is probable that it belonged to Betsy - F. M. Alexander's mother.
Provenance	The provenance of the item has been estimated by Jean M. O. Fischer based on consultation with the nephew and grandnephew of F. M. Alexander and other sources. More details on the history of the auction on http://www.mouritz.co.uk/9.85.AlexanderEstateAuc.html.
Pay and conditions	Please read carefully the condition of the item. No negotiations or buy-it-now offers will be entered into. Payment can be made with Paypal or cheque in British Pound Sterling. Cheque or bank transfer is preferred for purchases for items sold for more than £500. No items will be shipped or can be collected until cheque has cleared or bank transfer has been completed. Cheques or bank transfers must be received within 7 days of end of auction. PayPal payments must be received within 48 hours of end of auction. Despatch will take place within 3 days of receiving cleared payments. Collection in person must be completed within two weeks of end of auction (in South East London). Failure to meet any of the dead-lines or pay in full, will result in the item being offered to the second highest bidder or re-auctioned. Items are sold as seen and refund will only be given if an item is not as described or is damaged in the post. In case of damage you must keep the packaging for inspection by Royal Mail or local postal authorities. Postage costs abroad depends on the final sale value as insurance will be included. For example, for this item, with insurance up to £150, for Europe: £17.30; for USA: £19.50. Please email for other countries and combinations.
SOLD	Sold 18 June 2007 for £16.00 on ebay.co.uk.
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Item 43	Crystal perfume bottle - top missing

Description	Crystal, silver (?) topped, perfume bottle. No marks or chips. A typical 1920s style perfume bottle of this style would have an ornamental silver top. But the top is missing.
Size	4" x 4" (max. width)
Notes
F. M. Alexander's?	Uncertain. Perhaps it belonged to Betsy - F. M.'s mother.
Provenance	The provenance of the item has been estimated by Jean M. O. Fischer based on consultation with the nephew and grandnephew of F. M. Alexander and other sources. More details on the history of the auction on http://www.mouritz.co.uk/9.85.AlexanderEstateAuc.html.
Pay and conditions	Please read carefully the condition of the item. No negotiations or buy-it-now offers will be entered into. Payment can be made with Paypal or cheque in British Pound Sterling. Cheque or bank transfer is preferred for purchases for items sold for more than £500. No items will be shipped or can be collected until cheque has cleared or bank transfer has been completed. Cheques or bank transfers must be received within 7 days of end of auction. PayPal payments must be received within 48 hours of end of auction. Despatch will take place within 3 days of receiving cleared payments. Collection in person must be completed within two weeks of end of auction (in South East London). Failure to meet any of the dead-lines or pay in full, will result in the item being offered to the second highest bidder or re-auctioned. Items are sold as seen and refund will only be given if an item is not as described or is damaged in the post. In case of damage you must keep the packaging for inspection by Royal Mail or local postal authorities. Postage costs abroad depends on the final sale value as insurance will be included. For example, for this item, with insurance up to £150, for Europe: £17.30; for USA: £19.50. Please email for other countries and combinations.
Hoax warning	If you receive a second chance offer on this item then please e-mail me through ebay, as there are hoax offers about. Hoaxers make a second chance offer via a direct e-mail and not through ebay.
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Item 44	Crystal perfume bottle with blue top

Description	Tiny chip towards the top of the pattern on the bottle. The set is not complete - something is missing from the top.
Size	6.5" x 2.5"" (max. width) - approximately
Notes	Beautiful pattern on the top - perhaps lapis lazuli.
F. M. Alexander's?	Uncertain. Perhaps it belonged to Betsy - F. M.'s mother.
Provenance	The provenance of the item has been estimated by Jean M. O. Fischer based on consultation with the nephew and grandnephew of F. M. Alexander and other sources. More details on the history of the auction on http://www.mouritz.co.uk/9.85.AlexanderEstateAuc.html.
Pay and conditions	Please read carefully the condition of the item. No negotiations or buy-it-now offers will be entered into. Payment can be made with Paypal or cheque in British Pound Sterling. Cheque or bank transfer is preferred for purchases for items sold for more than £500. No items will be shipped or can be collected until cheque has cleared or bank transfer has been completed. Cheques or bank transfers must be received within 7 days of end of auction. PayPal payments must be received within 48 hours of end of auction. Despatch will take place within 3 days of receiving cleared payments. Collection in person must be completed within two weeks of end of auction (in South East London). Failure to meet any of the dead-lines or pay in full, will result in the item being offered to the second highest bidder or re-auctioned. Items are sold as seen and refund will only be given if an item is not as described or is damaged in the post. In case of damage you must keep the packaging for inspection by Royal Mail or local postal authorities. Postage costs abroad depends on the final sale value as insurance will be included. For example, for this item, with insurance up to £150, for Europe: £17.30; for USA: £19.50. Please email for other countries and combinations.
SOLD	Sold 18 June 2007 for £4.69 on ebay.co.uk.
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Item 45	Royal Doulton Toby Jug "A man on a barrel XX"

Description	Royal Doulton Toby Jug, marked at base: Lambeth, England, no. 8590. He is in good condition with no chips, cracks or restoration, but note on picture how bottom of handle is attached.
Size	8" tall x 5" max width approximately
Notes
F. M. Alexander's?	Very likely.
Provenance	The provenance of the item has been estimated by Jean M. O. Fischer based on consultation with the nephew and grandnephew of F. M. Alexander and other sources. More details on the history of the auction on http://www.mouritz.co.uk/9.85.AlexanderEstateAuc.html.
Pay and conditions	Please read carefully the condition of the item. No negotiations or buy-it-now offers will be entered into. Payment can be made with Paypal or cheque in British Pound Sterling. Cheque or bank transfer is preferred for purchases for items sold for more than £500. No items will be shipped or can be collected until cheque has cleared or bank transfer has been completed. Cheques or bank transfers must be received within 7 days of end of auction. PayPal payments must be received within 48 hours of end of auction. Despatch will take place within 3 days of receiving cleared payments. Collection in person must be completed within two weeks of end of auction (in South East London). Failure to meet any of the dead-lines or pay in full, will result in the item being offered to the second highest bidder or re-auctioned. Items are sold as seen and refund will only be given if an item is not as described or is damaged in the post. In case of damage you must keep the packaging for inspection by Royal Mail or local postal authorities. Postage costs abroad depends on the final sale value as insurance will be included. For example, for this item, with insurance up to £150, for Europe: £17.30; for USA: £19.50. Please email for other countries and combinations.
SOLD	Sold 18 June 2007 for £133.00 on ebay.co.uk.
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Item 46	"Old Toby" Jug

Description	See marks at base above. In good condition with no chips, cracks or restoration.
Size	4" tall approximately
Notes
F. M. Alexander's?	Uncertain.
Provenance	The provenance of the item has been estimated by Jean M. O. Fischer based on consultation with the nephew and grandnephew of F. M. Alexander and other sources. More details on the history of the auction on http://www.mouritz.co.uk/9.85.AlexanderEstateAuc.html.
Pay and conditions	Please read carefully the condition of the item. No negotiations or buy-it-now offers will be entered into. Payment can be made with Paypal or cheque in British Pound Sterling. Cheque or bank transfer is preferred for purchases for items sold for more than £500. No items will be shipped or can be collected until cheque has cleared or bank transfer has been completed. Cheques or bank transfers must be received within 7 days of end of auction. PayPal payments must be received within 48 hours of end of auction. Despatch will take place within 3 days of receiving cleared payments. Collection in person must be completed within two weeks of end of auction (in South East London). Failure to meet any of the dead-lines or pay in full, will result in the item being offered to the second highest bidder or re-auctioned. Items are sold as seen and refund will only be given if an item is not as described or is damaged in the post. In case of damage you must keep the packaging for inspection by Royal Mail or local postal authorities. Postage costs abroad depends on the final sale value as insurance will be included. For example, for this item, with insurance up to £150, for Europe: £17.30; for USA: £19.50. Please email for other countries and combinations.
SOLD	Sold 18 June 2007 for £2.20 on ebay.co.uk.
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Item 47	Royal Doulton mini Jug "Robin Hood" 1946

Description	See marks at base above. In good condition with no chips, cracks or restoration.
Size	2.5" tall approximately
Notes
F. M. Alexander's?	Uncertain.
Provenance	The provenance of the item has been estimated by Jean M. O. Fischer based on consultation with the nephew and grandnephew of F. M. Alexander and other sources. More details on the history of the auction on http://www.mouritz.co.uk/9.85.AlexanderEstateAuc.html.
Pay and conditions	Please read carefully the condition of the item. No negotiations or buy-it-now offers will be entered into. Payment can be made with Paypal or cheque in British Pound Sterling. Cheque or bank transfer is preferred for purchases for items sold for more than £500. No items will be shipped or can be collected until cheque has cleared or bank transfer has been completed. Cheques or bank transfers must be received within 7 days of end of auction. PayPal payments must be received within 48 hours of end of auction. Despatch will take place within 3 days of receiving cleared payments. Collection in person must be completed within two weeks of end of auction (in South East London). Failure to meet any of the dead-lines or pay in full, will result in the item being offered to the second highest bidder or re-auctioned. Items are sold as seen and refund will only be given if an item is not as described or is damaged in the post. In case of damage you must keep the packaging for inspection by Royal Mail or local postal authorities. Postage costs abroad depends on the final sale value as insurance will be included. For example, for this item, with insurance up to £150, for Europe: £17.30; for USA: £19.50. Please email for other countries and combinations.
SOLD	Sold 18 June 2007 for £41.00 on ebay.co.uk.
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Item 48	Handpainted porcelain vase

Description	No makers marks at base. In good condition with no chips, cracks or restoration.
Size	6" tall x 3.5" max width approx.
Notes
F. M. Alexander's?	Yes. It was at Ashely Place.
Provenance	The provenance of the item has been estimated by Jean M. O. Fischer based on consultation with the nephew and grandnephew of F. M. Alexander and other sources. More details on the history of the auction on http://www.mouritz.co.uk/9.85.AlexanderEstateAuc.html.
Pay and conditions	Please read carefully the condition of the item. No negotiations or buy-it-now offers will be entered into. Payment can be made with Paypal or cheque in British Pound Sterling. Cheque or bank transfer is preferred for purchases for items sold for more than £500. No items will be shipped or can be collected until cheque has cleared or bank transfer has been completed. Cheques or bank transfers must be received within 7 days of end of auction. PayPal payments must be received within 48 hours of end of auction. Despatch will take place within 3 days of receiving cleared payments. Collection in person must be completed within two weeks of end of auction (in South East London). Failure to meet any of the dead-lines or pay in full, will result in the item being offered to the second highest bidder or re-auctioned. Items are sold as seen and refund will only be given if an item is not as described or is damaged in the post. In case of damage you must keep the packaging for inspection by Royal Mail or local postal authorities. Postage costs abroad depends on the final sale value as insurance will be included. For example, for this item, with insurance up to £150, for Europe: £17.30; for USA: £19.50. Please email for other countries and combinations.
SOLD	Sold 18 June 2007 for £142.00 on ebay.co.uk.
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Item 49	A pair of glass decanters

Description	Note the different pattern of the stoppers. Identical star shape pattern at base. In fairly good condition - both have tiny chips at the top. One decanter has some green marking on the side (see picture). I don't know the origin of this and have not tried to remove it.
Size	11" tall x 5" width
Notes
F. M. Alexander's?	Uncertain.
Provenance	The provenance of the item has been estimated by Jean M. O. Fischer based on consultation with the nephew and grandnephew of F. M. Alexander and other sources. More details on the history of the auction on http://www.mouritz.co.uk/9.85.AlexanderEstateAuc.html.
Pay and conditions	Please read carefully the condition of the item. No negotiations or buy-it-now offers will be entered into. Payment can be made with Paypal or cheque in British Pound Sterling. Cheque or bank transfer is preferred for purchases for items sold for more than £500. No items will be shipped or can be collected until cheque has cleared or bank transfer has been completed. Cheques or bank transfers must be received within 7 days of end of auction. PayPal payments must be received within 48 hours of end of auction. Despatch will take place within 3 days of receiving cleared payments. Collection in person must be completed within two weeks of end of auction (in South East London). Failure to meet any of the dead-lines or pay in full, will result in the item being offered to the second highest bidder or re-auctioned. Items are sold as seen and refund will only be given if an item is not as described or is damaged in the post. In case of damage you must keep the packaging for inspection by Royal Mail or local postal authorities. Postage costs abroad depends on the final sale value as insurance will be included. For example, for this item, with insurance up to £150, for Europe: £24.70; for USA: £37.70. Please email for other countries and combinations.
SOLD	Sold 18 June 2007 for £5.50 on ebay.co.uk.
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Item 50	Small glass (crystal?) decanter

Description	In good condition with no chips, cracks or restoration.
Size	7.5" tall x 4.5" width approx. 1685 gsm.
Notes
F. M. Alexander's?	Uncertain.
Provenance	The provenance of the item has been estimated by Jean M. O. Fischer based on consultation with the nephew and grandnephew of F. M. Alexander and other sources. More details on the history of the auction on http://www.mouritz.co.uk/9.85.AlexanderEstateAuc.html.
Pay and conditions	Please read carefully the condition of the item. No negotiations or buy-it-now offers will be entered into. Payment can be made with Paypal or cheque in British Pound Sterling. Cheque or bank transfer is preferred for purchases for items sold for more than £500. No items will be shipped or can be collected until cheque has cleared or bank transfer has been completed. Cheques or bank transfers must be received within 7 days of end of auction. PayPal payments must be received within 48 hours of end of auction. Despatch will take place within 3 days of receiving cleared payments. Collection in person must be completed within two weeks of end of auction (in South East London). Failure to meet any of the dead-lines or pay in full, will result in the item being offered to the second highest bidder or re-auctioned. Items are sold as seen and refund will only be given if an item is not as described or is damaged in the post. In case of damage you must keep the packaging for inspection by Royal Mail or local postal authorities. Postage costs abroad depends on the final sale value as insurance will be included. For example, for this item, with insurance up to £150, for Europe: £17.30; for USA: £19.50. Please email for other countries and combinations.
SOLD	Sold 18 June 2007 for £20.00 on ebay.co.uk.
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