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THE STABLE BLOCK, SIR JOHN SOANE~~The Stable Block, Chelsea, London (1817)
By Sir John Soane
(split pair of bookends)

A quintessential Soane exterior.

This model shows a segment of the coach house and stable block built alongside the Chelsea Royal Hospital London, home of the retired military; the famous red coated Chelsea Pensioners.

Soanes` brickwork and detailing is beautiful, a perfectionist in all things architectural.

9.5” h x 9” w x 2.75”

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~THE STABLE BLOCK, SIR JOHN SOANE|soane_stable_block_SPBE|~669~1085~~

ELLIS ISLAND~~ELLIS ISLAND
(split pair bookend)

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This signed, dated version is pierced through to allow light to penetrate through the model.

Over one hundred million Americans can trace their ancestry to a man, woman or child, whose names are recorded in the great registry room on Ellis Island.

There is also a limited edition version which is pierced to allow light to penetrate through the central arch.

Weight: 4.4 kg - Dimensions: 12"w x 8"h x 6"d~ELLIS ISLAND|ellisisland_SPBE|~669~681~~

HOUGHTON HALL~~HOUGHTON HALL 1722-35
(split pair of bookends)
also limited edition model

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Houghton passed to the Cholmondeley family through marriage, and the 5th Marquess and his wife Sybil began renovating the house in the 1920's. This process continues with their grandson David 7th Marquess who commissioned this model.

The Limited edition involves fine lead work balustrading and statuary work as well as detailed plaster relief present on the façade. This fine plaster work is also present on the Split edition which also features the beautiful staircase.

Weight: 5.4 kg - Dimensions: 14.5"w x 9.5"h x 7.5"d~HOUGHTON HALL|houghtonhall_SPBE|~669~683~~

THE RADCLIFFE CAMERA, OXFORD~~OXFORD CAMERA,
1737 (split pair of bookends)
also as a solid model

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The great University City of Oxford is a beautiful European city. Its many colleges form a skyline of domes, towers and spires. At its centre is the octagonal library known as The Radcliffe or Oxford Camera. Although started by the architect Hawksmoor (who worked with Vanbrugh on many projects such as the Temple of Four Winds) it was primarily designed by Gibbs.

The model carries the copperplate description on its base "The Upright of the Radcliffe Library Building by James Gibbs 1757 as it is seen on all sides." Copies of the original plans were used to make this model.The model may be used as either a model or a bookend.

Weight: 5 kg - Dimensions:9"w x 11"h x 5.5"d~THE RADCLIFFE CAMERA, OXFORD|radcliffe_SPBE|~669~685~~

MACINTOSH DOORS, GLASGOW~~MACKINTOSH - 1898
(split pair of bookends)
Also single doorway bookend

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This set of bookends feature a detail from Queens Cross Church, Glasgow. Red stained glass has been placed behind the two windows allowing light to shine from behind. These bookends have a very clean, simple line. They illustrate Charles Rennie Mackintosh's talent for space and detailing.

The commission was initiated by The Charles Rennie Mackintosh Society who own and run this building. See also the Glasgow School of Art models in this catalogue.

Weight: 7 kg - Dimensions: 6"w x 8.5"h x 3"d~MACINTOSH DOORS|mackintoshdoors_SPBE|~669~687~~

MOZART OPERA HOUSE, PRAGUE~~MOZART OPERA HOUSE
18th Century
(split pair of bookends)

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Throughout Mozart's creative years he composed and performed prolifically. The National Theatre of Prague (Tyl or Estate Theatre) was one venue in which he chose to present many of his first performances. These include Figaro 1786, Don Giovanni 1789 and Clemenza di Tito, 1791. The theatre had special significance to Mozart as his audiences were loyal and appreciative over many years. This Palladian winged theatre of balanced design has both grace and style.

Weight: 2.6 kg - Dimensions: 9"w x 7.5"h x 3.25"d~MOZART OPERA HOUSE, PRAGUE|mozartopera_SPBE|~669~818~~

PALM ROOM PILLARS~~PALM ROOM PILLARS
(split pair bookend)

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The Palm Room is the architectural climax to the ground floor of Spencer House. Here, the gentlemen retired after dinner while the ladies processed upstairs to Lady Spencer's Room on the first floor.

See Spencer House Limited Edition Model

Weight: 4.0 kg (pair) - Dimensions: 7"h~PALM ROOM PILLARS|palm_room_pillars_SPBE|~669~1187~~

THE PALM HOUSE, KEW GARDENS, LONDON~~THE PALM HOUSE - The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew: London (1844 –1848)
(split pair bookends)

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The Palm House was designed by the architect Decimus Burton and built by the engineer, Richard Turner, and bears an evocative resemblance to the now destroyed Crystal Palace of the 1851 Great Exhibition.

The actual building itself is a huge, beautiful construction made of glass and iron, and was designed to house tropical trees, shrubs and palms.

The model is in two halves, made of plaster with additional brass detail. The two pieces can be pushed together to form one large model, or used as the ideal place to keep all those gardening books from wilting!

Weight: 5kg - Dimensions: 14"w x 8"h x 5"d~THE PALM HOUSE|palmhouse_SPBE|~669~820~~

R & A CLUBHOUSE~~ST ANDREW'S - THE OLD COURSE
(split pairbookends)

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The records reveal that the Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews was established in 1754 by the Gentlemen of the Kingdom of Fife "being admired of the Ancient and healthy exercise of Golf".

The intricate wrought iron scroll work of the balcony is finely detailed in brass and plaster on this unusual model. The windows of the Limited version, of just 100, are pierced through enhancing the depth and impact of the piece. The model features not only the Clubhouse but the bank and setting of this historic building.

Weight: 6.7kg - Dimensions: 16"w x 7"h x 6"d~R & A CLUBHOUSE|standrewws_SPBE|~669~822~~

ROYAL ONTARIO MUSEUM~~THE ROYAL ONTARIO MUSEUM
(Split Pair Bookends)

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Weight: 3kg - Dimensions: 12"w x 9"h x 3.5"d~ROYAL ONTARIO MUSEUM|royalontario_SPBE|~669~824~~

SOMERSET HOUSE~~SOMERSET HOUSE 1786
(split pair of bookends)

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This palatial building was built upon the Thames. It was designed as the pay office and for what was then the largest Navy in the world. The model shows one part of the building, its arched centre being the main entrance to the office and courtyard.

This is a prime London landmark at the top of The Strand and was built by the influential architect Sir William Chambers. It has recently become home to one of the greatest silver collections in the world - The Gilbert Collection from America.

Weight: 3.7 kg - Dimensions:13"w x 8"h x 2.5"d~SOMERSET HOUSE|somersethouse_SPBE|~669~826~~

THORPE HOUSE~~THORPE HOUSE
1720 (split pair of bookends)

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A well-proportioned brick built late English Renaissance house similar to many built in this period. The style was readily exported to the new colonies of America. Many houses in Virginia and on the east coast emulate this design. The classic pilasters separate three bays giving the building authority and elegance. It shows the influence of the baroque architect Sir Christopher Wren who built St Paul's Cathedral and also designed many of the churches in London. The American multi-layered colonial style church originated from Wren's designs.Weight: 2.2 kgDimensions: 7"w x 6.5"h x 3"d~THORPE HOUSE|thorpehouse_SPBE|~669~828~~

VANCOUVER CITY HALL~~VANCOUVER CITY HALL
(split pair of bookends)
also limited edition model

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Vancouver Heritage Foundation are dedicated to the preservation and conservation of their city. They commissioned this model and subsequently invited Tim to Vancouver.

Gold plated doors and lead work help capture the detail and texture of this powerful Deco building. The Limited edition model also features stained glass and the figure of George Vancouver in front of the façade.

Built by Townley and Matheson as a symbol of Vancouver's growth, City Hall is a prime example of Moderne design. It's geometric silhouette, stylised bands of ornamentation, elegant light fixtures and ornate lobby are characteristic of this style. The building is sited in what was Stratcome Park. This central location was selected following the amalgamation of Point Grey, Vancouver and South Vancouver in 1929.

Weight: 4kg - Dimensions: 8"w x 11.25"h x 5"d~VANCOUVER CITY HALL|VancouverCityHall_SPBE|~669~830~~

WEMBLEY TWIN TOWERS (signed & dated)~~THE TWIN TOWERS OF WEMBLEY,
LONDON 1923-2000
(signed and dated model)

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The Twin Towers of Wembley, a revered and internationally recognised landmark, have dominated the Wembley skyline for more than 75 years. This "venue of legends" has become synonymous with football worldwide. Home of FA cup finals from 1923 and venue for England's triumph in the 1966 world cup final, the stadium was the stage upon which all the games leading players played over a 77-year period. Of all the stadiums where football is played in all the world the greatest of them all is Wembley - the spiritual home of the beautiful game.These model bookends have lead and etched brass detail and are sold in association with 'Wembley End of an Era'. Weight: 8.4 kgDimensions: 13"w x 11"h x 6.75"d~WEMBLEY TWIN TOWERS (signed & dated)|WembleyTwinTowers_SPBE|~669~832~~