Geneva Bible Christopher Barker, London, 1574 (2,000-3,000).
An historically significant Geneva bible published in London in 1574 is among the highly collectible lots at Sheppards three day sale in Durrow, Co. Laois on November 26, 27 and 28. This is the version used by Shakespeare, John Knox and John Donne. It precedes the King James translation by 51 years. In 1620 it was one of the bibles taken to America by the Pilgrim Fathers on the Mayflower. This one, published by Christopher Barker in hardcover, is estimated at 2,000-3,000. It contains an inscription from August 1945 by the Rector of Bansha, Co. Tipperary noting the dropping of the atomic bombs and recording that: “All everywhere are shocked and bewildered as to its effectiveness”.
A pair of Qing cloisonne enamelled tiered candlesticks (10,000-15,000). UPDATE: THESE SOLD FOR 150,000
A Ming period gilt bronze buddha (20,000-30,000). UPDATE: THIS SOLD FOR 75,000
An 18th century ormolu and marble clock (2,500-3,500).
A C1735 Dublin made George II pier mirror (5,000-8,000).