Moments In Time

Moments in time antiques is run by an independent collector, concentrating on distinguished antiques,

contemporary art and objects of intrigue. I pride myself on a unique eclectic mix of quality pieces.

It all started about twenty years ago as a way to partially fund my life long passion as a collector of art, antique clocks and unusal quality items from a bygone era.

"You never actually own your special piece, be it antique or decorative art - You are merely the loving guardian for the next generation!"

Banksy ultra rare "CRISIS", Gross Domestic Product Exhibition, Croydon. 2019 - handed out in the street in front of GDP shop - Screen print on 50gsm paper - limited to 100 / 200 appox.

This is a genuine Banksy with provenance. (Unfortunately not 'Pest Control' authentication as a free hand out avoiding anyone remotely interested in art!)

Will future generations consider Banksy the most important artist of the early 21st century? In any case, that’s what the $123 million hammered in the first half of 2021 suggests, giving Banksy 5th position in Artprice’s general ranking (all periods combined) just behind the giants Picasso, Basquiat, Warhol and Monet. Whether we like it or not, a page in Art History is being written and it can no longer be seen as ‘just a fad’. After 25 years tackling universal issues (that are far from being resolved) by taking them into the streets and inviting them into our daily lives, Banksy’s highly topical works are today driving the growth of his market more than ever before.

Rare Deactivated Surpressed Israeli Military IDF Galil 5.56mm SAR Assault Rifle in excellent used cosmetic, excellent mechanical deactivated condition, with magazine, 5 inert rounds. Latest EU/GB Spec, so moving bolt (under spring pressure), moving trigger and safety and removable magazine. Israeli military manufacture, with Hebrew markings. It is also supplied with a highest quality engineered removable replica suppressor ('silencer') same as Gemtech (without internal sound baffles to keep within the law) which screws on and off using the correct m13 x 1 thread to the barrel as the genuine suppressor. ( Not the 'dummy halo airsoft type ' which is often sold) Powerfully impressive shooter as a wall hanger!! No licence required, however no d******ds please or in hebrew ראש זין as an armed response unit arrives outside your house........Serious collectors only. (No under 21s , proof required with details etc and notification to the Home Office Register) #SOLD - NO LONGER AVAILABLE#

c1810 Fine beautiful rosewood Regency single fusee bracket clock.

Delightful engraved silvered dial ~ 8 day gut line movement in a rosewood cabinet with brass stringing ~ anchor escapement ~ 14" high.

The cabinet work has extensive brass inlay to the front elevation and fish scale sound frets to the sides. Standing on four solid rosewood bun feet.
A highly desirable unsigned small library antique clock most probably made by Santiago James Moore French, RoyalExchange London. He was a member of the Clockmakers Company who was active between 1810 and 1844.

Stunning and in excellent condition.

c1780 Tho Worsfold of Dorking longcase clock

Beautifully proportioned early oak cased clock with silvered dial. Quality 8 day striking movement. A lovely Georgian longcase which would grace any setting.

Recently Serviced.

Exquisite Napoleon III period French Portico mantle clock made of solid rosewood with gilded ormolu mounts and the most wonderful mother of pearl and bronze Boulle style inlays.
The movement has been fully restored with new springs.
The Case
The case is in solid rosewood and stands 47cm high x 24.5cm wide with a depth of 14cm it is in very good original condition having had a lot of wax over the years very well looked after, with a thick gilded dial surround with flowers/fruit close up the mounts are quite stunning in appearance.
The case has no damage and in mint condition all inlay is intact.
The pendulum has flowers and fruit to match the dial surround highlighted with mercury gilding just a stunning piece of art.
The Dial
The dial is in mint original condition white porcelain with fine black Roman numerals with the original black moon hands.

The Movement
The movement is an eight-day time and strike, striking the hours and halves on an nonintrusive delightful bell, the movement was fully restored in January this year so keeps a great time over eight days and still retains the matching ormolu pendulum which is a piece of work in its own right simply stunning.
Overall a simply beautiful clock quite rare in this original mint condition that looks great on display keeping a great time and looking even better. Photos do not do justice to this beautiful 150+ year old antique.

c 1860 A Quality Double Barrel Pinfire Shotgun fitted in a period leather case. Chambered in 16 bore.

It has full working action. Antique obsolete calibre, No licence required. A fine piece. #SOLD - NO LONGER AVAILABLE#

Banksy rare "Rat Race", Gross Domestic Product Exhibition, Croydon. 2019 - limited to 1000 appox.

Banksy, British b.1974- GDP rat, 2019; screenprint on 50 gsm wove, 38.5 x 49.7 cm, (framed) (ARR)

Estimate: £800 - £2500 - SOLD , NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Deactivated Czech Skorpion Wz61 7.65mm Sub Machine Gun with slotted wooden grip. Latest EU Spec, with working dummy metal bolt (under spring pressure), moving safety and trigger, and removable magazine and in excellent deactivated condition # SOLD - NO LONGER AVAILABLE #

This is an incredible opportunity to own a piece of music history from one of the most culturally influential acts in popular music. This guitar, signed by all four members of the Sex Pistols - Johnny Rotten, Paul Cook, Glen Matlock, and Steve Jones - is a true treasure for any fan of punk rock.

Rare as longer gig together after they clashed on a 2008 reunion tour regarding unsuccessful lawsuit to prevent the use of the bands music in the mini series Pistol!

(Guitar display purpose only- not fender strat. Scratch plate obtained by stagefright memorabilia with Certificate of Authenticity)

Chichester Antique Fair 12/03/2023