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Saturday 14 November 2026, 12:30

Lot 78: A Collection of Myth and Magic Pewter Figurines, Russian Nesting Dolls, and Miniature Clocks

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Start price: £30

Estimate: £30 - £40

Buyer’s premium: 22%

An assortment of decorative collectibles and miniatures comprising several distinct groups. The primary collection consists of cast pewter figurines with a fantasy theme, featuring various mythological creatures and characters. Notable pieces include a wizard figure standing beneath a rocky archway accented with a blue crystalline insert, a winged dragon perched atop a castle, and a figure of a lady accompanied by a horse. Several pieces are further embellished with inset faceted crystals in iridescent and blue tones. One figurine base retains a small white adhesive label reading elements.

The lot also includes a set of Russian matryoshka nesting dolls crafted from wood with a high-gloss lacquer finish. These are hand-painted in a traditional style with floral motifs in red, green, and gold against a black ground. Completing the group are two gold-tone miniature novelty clocks: a traditional carriage-style clock and a high-heeled shoe clock, both featuring white dials with Roman numerals. Displayed on the shelf above is a group of commemorative glazed ceramic mugs, including examples marking the years 1953 and 1978 with royal crests, and others featuring military themes and Union Jack flags.

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