In the hall of Tullamaine Castle are a set of four Large hunting plates of four 19th Century Engravings after paintings by J F Herring (1815-1907) of Fox Hunting Scenes 'The Kill, The Run, The Meet and The Field'. Engraved by J Harris. 80 x 132cm approx.) Lot 59. Estimate €500-800.
The hall also features mahogany side cabinets profusely mounted with ormolu mounts. The cabinets are on turned supports and with green marble tops. 148 x D52 x H102cm approx. Lot 58. Estimate €3000-5000.
On the walls of the hall are a remarkable set of four glass Ormolu Wall Lights . Featuring swagged rope backs supporting a bunch of glass flowers in the style of a drooping giant lilly. They are truly beautiful measuring over a metre and a half in height. (H166 x 54cm approx.)
They are originally from Dunbrody House and prior to that brought from the Donegal family from the UK to Waterford and then to Tullamaine. The Westbury Hotel had similar lamps. Lot 60. Estimate €2500-4000.
Live bidding on www.seaneacrettauctions.ie where there are no extra charges apart from commission.
The dining room boasts a magnificent georgian mahogany Irish Side/Serving Table with shell motif carved centre on conical ball and claw supports. 163 x 75 x H79cm approx.) Lot 132. Estimate €3000-€5000
The brass chandelier in the well of the stairs is a six branch brass oversized Chandelier profusely decorated with floral decoration. Again it is very large with a diameter of 130 cms and a drop of 125cm. Lot 240. Estimate €5000-8000.
Two striking over mantelpiece mirrors stand out. Chinese Chippendale taste with highly pierced surrounds and bell top. Lot 76. Estimated €3000-5000.
A nineteenth century timber and plaster gilt over mantel mirror. The oval centre supported by a pair of columned carved supports and with a highly carved pediment top. Lot 136. Estimate €4000-6000
Also in the dining room, a set of unique art deco Baccara glasses with detailed gold leaf; consisting of twelve champagne flutes, eleven red wine glasses along with twelve water Glasses. Lot 161. Estimate €800-1200
A real one for the second life couture collector; lot 336 encompasses vintage millinary including two Frederick Fox hats and, a leather hat box along with a Samuel Fletcher Hat. There is also a Christian Dior vanity case, Gucci belt with stirrups clasp and a Gucci bag. Frederick Fox hats Lot 336 Estimate €100-200.
And for the practical home buyer, a very large 19th century pine four plank kitchen table with large square supports and stretcher base, H82 x D88 x 274cm approx. Lot 581. Estimate €600-1000.
Also on show in the house is a very important painting by Harry Hall 1814 - 1882. Lot 88 is a large oil on Canvas of Wild Dayrell, winner of The Derby 1855 with Robert Sherwood up, led by the trainer Mr Rickaby.
Lot 88 Estimate €15000-20000.
There is also other Art from Edward Armfield, Copley Fielding, Roderic O'Connor and many more.
The auction will take place in The Horse & Jockey from 10am Bank Holiday Monday 25th starting @ 10am sharp.
Viewing of contents for auction will take place at Tullamaine Castle on October 22nd, 23rd and 24th, from 10am to 5pm each day, admission by catalogue only €10. NO CHILDREN ALLOWED.
There is NO VIEWING AT Tullamaine Castle on 25th. All Covid 19 protocols will be adhered to.
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