Original women’s Raleigh Tourist step-through bicycle, made in England. Classic black frame with enclosed chain guard and front wicker basket. Fits rider approx. 5&#39;2&#34;. In very good condition with minimal use; stored in a heated environment for the past 25 years. A beautifully preserved example of vintage English cycling design.
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Vintage Raleigh Tourist Step-Through Bicycle – Women&#39;s – Made in England

Beautiful set of three Tibetan singing bowls, each featuring intricate brass-tone inscriptions and paired with its own padded brocade cushion. Includes two wooden mallets with suede-wrapped ends for sound resonance. The bowls vary slightly in size and tone, ideal for meditation, sound healing, or décor. In very good condition.
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Set of Three Handcrafted Tibetan Singing Bowls with Mallets

Beautiful pair of Danish modern folding directors chairs by Hyllinge Mobler, crafted in Denmark. The frame is solid wood with slatted sides and sturdy construction; each chair includes a canvas-style seat and backrest in neutral taupe and a woven rush-style cushion. Folds neatly for storage. Vintage wear consistent with age – see photos for fabric condition.
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Set of 2 Mobler Danish Modern Folding Director&#39;s Chairs

A large and eclectic collection featuring classic and modern literary fiction, essays, and biographical works. Includes multiple titles by Virginia Woolf (e.g., Mrs. Dalloway, A Room of One’s Own, The Voyage Out), Graham Greene (Monsignor Quixote, The Power and the Glory, The Honorary Consul), Robert Graves (The Greek Myths, Homer’s Daughter), and Evelyn Waugh (Scoop, Decline and Fall, A Handful of Dust). Other notable authors include Margaret Atwood, Thomas Mann (The Magic Mountain), David Attenborough, Ovid, Virgil, and Tolstoy. Most books are paperback, with some hardcovers; general condition ranges from fair to very good. Buyer to bring tote bags or boxes to pack out.
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Literary &#38; Classic Fiction Collection - Approx. 40 books

Striking vintage Chinese console table or bench, featuring six drawers with traditional metal ring pulls and a bold red distressed finish. Ideal as a TV stand, entryway bench, or low sideboard. Solid wood construction with visible age-related wear, adding to its antique charm. Measures approximately 4 feet long, about 2 feel tall. Drawer interiors are clean and functional. A beautiful blend of utility and global style.
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Vintage Red Chinese Console Table / TV Bench with Drawers

Assortment of fiction, non-fiction, political commentary, and literary classics. Includes works by Mishima, Saramago, Chomsky, Durrell, de Beauvoir, Ricci, and others. Topics range from philosophy and politics to historical fiction, war, and essays. Softcover and hardcover. Most in good used condition. Buyer to bring tote bags or boxes to pack out.
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Literary and Political Book Collection - Approx. 40 books

Striking limited edition print titled Eagle by renowned Haida artist Eric Parnell. Numbered 73/200 and hand-signed “Eric Parnell, Haida /07.” This bold piece showcases traditional Haida formline design in black and red, depicting the eagle in a symmetrical layout. Professionally framed under glass in a simple black frame. Framed under glass. Approx. 32&#34; wide x 12&#34; high. Some light wear to frame. Ready to hang.
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Framed Haida Art Print by Eric Parnell – Eagle, Signed &#38; Numbered (73/200)

Large outdoor garden fountain featuring a 5-foot cast stone column adorned with sculpted classical heads near the top. The column sits within a four-lobed basin that is mounted on a square base. The entire structure rests inside a circular water-holding tub approximately 4 feet in diameter. The basin has been tested and holds water without leaks. Please note: no pump is included. Visible weathering and a chip on the tub rim (see photos) consistent with outdoor use. A striking focal point for any garden or landscape.
                
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Cast Stone Garden Fountain with Classical Column and Tub Base

Striking black-and-white print by contemporary artist Von (UK), known for his minimalist and anatomical style. This limited edition piece, numbered 10/50 and hand-signed, features a stylized horse. Elegantly framed with a wide linen-textured mat and black wood frame, measuring approximately 20″  24″. Some minor wear on frame.
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Von “Horse” Limited Edition Print (10/50)

Extensive collection of over 100 classical music CDs, featuring renowned artists and ensembles including Maria Callas, Luciano Pavarotti, Glenn Gould, Beaux Arts Trio, Minsoo Sohn, and Yo-Yo Ma. Includes complete works, concert recordings, chamber music, piano trios, and rare editions across labels like Deutsche Grammophon, Sony Classical, Decca, and EMI. A rich and varied selection ideal for collectors or classical enthusiasts. CDs are in jewel cases and appear in good condition.
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Large Classical Music CD Collection – Callas, Pavarotti, Gould, Chamber, Orchestral &#38; More

This eclectic bookshelf includes a range of loved travel guides (Rome, Morocco, Greece, Portugal, Paris, etc.), classic and contemporary poetry (Emily Dickinson, Robert Graves, Dylan Thomas, George Seferis), and literary reference works (Roget’s Thesaurus, phrasebooks in multiple languages, and The Genealogy of Greek Mythology). Also included are books on yoga, massage, health, and literary analysis. Bring tote bags or boxes to pack out.
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Poetry, Travel Guides, and Reference Collection - Approx. 50 books

Literary fiction, philosophy, music, mythology, and poetry. Includes works by Aldous Huxley, D.H. Lawrence, Lawrence Durrell, Virginia Woolf, E.M. Forster, and Jean-Paul Sartre, as well as titles on ancient literature, classical philosophy, music theory, and Renaissance texts. A rich and varied shelf for lovers of classic literature and cultural history. Bring tote bags or boxes to pack out.
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Mixed Literature, Philosophy, and Poetry Collection - Approx. 50 books

Set of four cushion covers, including two richly textured, hand-embroidered covers in vivid reds, greens, and blues with geometric and tribal-inspired motifs (18″ x 18″), and two solid olive green canvas-style covers (20″ x 20″). All covers are zippered and do not include inserts. A colourful and cozy addition to any living space.
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Set of 4 Cushion Covers – 2 Patterned + 2 Solid Green

Striking pair of dark wood chairs featuring double rows of turned spindles under scalloped arches. Rush seats are tight and clean. Rich patina and solid build – ideal for a Mediterranean or Spanish Revival interior.
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Pair of Spanish Colonial Revival Dining Chairs with Arched Spindles

A diverse collection of approximately 40 books spanning fiction, biography, politics, and history. Includes works by Umberto Eco, John Irving, Robert Fisk, William Dietrich, and C.J. Sansom, along with Shakespeare classics, The Norton Anthology of English Literature, and The Annotated Dracula. A few older volumes show wear but all books are readable. Bring tote bags or boxes to pack out.
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Mixed Literature, History, and Biography - Approx. 40 books

Striking natural specimen of a giant clam shell with beautifully sculpted ridges and a lustrous interior. This substantial piece makes an eye-catching decorative object or centerpiece. Naturally weathered with some chips and surface wear consistent with age and origin. Measures approximately 12″ across.
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 Large Giant Clam Shell

Literature, writing guides, philosophy, photography, and popular science. Highlights include The Letters of T.E. Lawrence, The Father Brown Omnibus by G.K. Chesterton, Companion Guide to Florence, The Norton Introduction to Literature, Roget’s Thesaurus of English Words and Phrases, Writing with Style, and several works by David Suzuki and Michael Moore. Includes both fiction and nonfiction titles, as well as literary criticism, reference dictionaries, and cultural commentary.
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Mix of Literature, Reference &#38; Culture Books - Approx. 40 books

Colorful and textural set of 3 handwoven cushion covers, each measuring 20&#34;  20&#34;. Crafted from repurposed textiles in a vibrant mix of stripes and tones. One cover includes a plush down insert. A cozy and eclectic addition to any space.
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Set of Handwoven Striped Cushion Covers (One with Down Insert)

Original abstract oil painting by Vancouver Island artist Melanie Circle, titled “Figure No. 2” (1995). Executed on handmade paper with rich texture and layered color. Professionally matted and framed.
Measurements: Artwork approx. 8&#34; x 10&#34;; frame approx. 16&#34; x 20&#34;
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Figure No. 2 by Melanie Circle – Framed Oil on Handmade Paper (1995)

Vibrant and whimsical print by Canadian illustrator Renée Nault, known for her dreamy, watercolour-rich style. This signed artwork depicts a red fox curled atop a mossy rock as stylized waves crest around it in rich blues and greens. The piece remains unframed and is enclosed in protective plastic with a signature on the reverse. Approx. 14&#34; x 11&#34;. Unframed. Renée Nault is well known comic artist & illustrator of &#39;The Handmaid&#39;s Tale&#39;. 
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Signed Print by Renée Nault – Fox on the Waves

Classic industrial-style green enameled metal pendant shade with white interior, vintage ceramic socket, and ceiling plate. Some wear consistent with age. Untested.
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Vintage Green Enameled Pendant Light

Two hand-painted thick card panels featuring bold, stylized women in red swimsuits with exaggerated proportions and playful poses. Artist unknown. Mixed media elements, including text  A quirky and eye-catching pair, perfect for adding colour and humour to any space. Each panel approx. 18&#34; x 16&#34;. Unframed.
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Pair of Whimsical Painted Panels – Women in Red Swimsuits

Striking black-and-white print by contemporary artist Von (UK), known for his minimalist and anatomical style. This limited edition piece, numbered 10/50 and hand-signed, features a stylized elephant. Elegantly framed with a wide linen-textured mat and black wood frame, measuring approximately 20″  24″. Some minor wear on frame.
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Von &#34;Elephant&#34; Limited Edition Print (10/50)

Set of white porcelain dishware from IKEA, including plates, saucers, cups, and a teapot. Over 30 pieces total. No chips noted.
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IKEA White Porcelain Dish Set – 30+ Pieces

Shawnigan Lake (British Columbia, Canada) SELLER MANAGED Moving Online Auction - Lake Road

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Assorted fiction, non-fiction and political commentary books by various authors. Softcover and hardcover, used condition.

The Great War for Civilisation by Robert Fisk

Mate: A Reasonable Life

The Blood of Others by Simone de Beauvoir

Elle

The Elephant's Journey by José Saramago

A Kind of Fiction by P. K. Page

Spring Snow by Yukio Mishima

The Decay of the Angel by Yukio Mishima

Runaway Horses by Yukio Mishima

Baltasar and Blimunda by José Saramago

Hegemony or Survival by Noam Chomsky

Ghost Wars by Steve Coll

The Book of Disquiet

A Short History of Progress by Ronald Wright

The History of the Siege of Lisbon by José Saramago

The Alexandria Quartet by Lawrence Durrell

Running in the Family by Michael Ondaatje

The Charterhouse of Parma by Stendhal

Leo the African by Amin Maalouf

The Temple of Dawn by Yukio Mishima

The Wasted Vigil by Nadeem Aslam

Pnin by Vladimir Nabokov

Catherine de Medici by Leonie Frieda

Renaissance Reader

Paris 1919 by Margaret MacMillan

Ashes in the Wind by Christopher Bland

Infidel by Ayaan Hirsi Ali

Blackwater: The Rise of the World's Most Powerful Mercenary Army by Jeremy Scahill

Acts of Worship

Intimacy by Hanif Kureishi

In a Glass House by Yann Martel

Forbidden Colors by Yukio Mishima

Midnight All Day

Two stacks of paperback and hardcover books on table against window

Right stack close-up displaying titles by Fisk, Mishima, Saramago, Chomsky and others

Left stack close-up displaying titles by Ondaatje, Maalouf, Nabokov, Hirsi Ali and others

Approximately 33 paperback and hardcover books including literary classics, political commentary, philosophy, historical fiction and essays. Mixed authorship.

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Lot #23: Literary and Political Book Collection - Approx. 40 books

Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Sun, June 22 2025 11:00 AM - 01:15 PM
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Category B: 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
Category C: 12:15 PM - 01:15 PM

Pickup Location: London Road, Lake Road, BC, V8H 2C8 View Map (opens in new window)

Lot #23: Literary and Political Book Collection - Approx. 40 books

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Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Sun, June 22 2025 11:00 AM - 01:15 PMCategory A: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AMCategory B: 11:30 AM - 12:15 PMCategory C: 12:15 PM - 01:15 PM

Pickup Location: London Road, Lake Road, BC, V8H 2C8 View Map (opens in new window)

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Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Sun, June 22 2025 11:00 AM - 01:15 PM
Category A: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Category B: 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
Category C: 12:15 PM - 01:15 PM