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A Day
Observed

A story presented by

Scene 1:
‘Morning’

It was a bright cold day with glassy surfaces that looked hard.
Into the square frame he stood as if in a dream.

What emerged was precisely what he expected to find: a reflection of memory images. Contemplating his face in the photo frame he waited.

1960s lucite and chrome 3 image photo frame

By the steady hands of his watch, he listened to time. Every day for the past sixteen days he saw her. Silver lingered in the crease of
an open book.

Rolex burlwood dial, Jubilee bracelet Miniature
oar English university trophy, sterling silver.

So absorbed in his thoughts
he hardly saw the platinum catch-all, the key, or the revelation locked inside those lapis lazuli cufflinks tossed unmistakably in cold blue.

Hans Hanson catch-all. Mid-century, Danish sterling silver. Stirrup money clip, by Hermès. Padlock keyring, sterling silver " Tie bar-slide " Round lapis lazuli cufflinks" Square cufflinks, two tone rose and yellow gold, diamond."

Only by whirling on his heel could he hope to comprehend
the panorama.

Shoe horn, circa 1930. American sterling silver
Scene 2:
‘Noon’

He remained.Trapped in that enormous room,
unmistakably familiar in feeling yet so peculiar.

Above the mantle was
displayed an Austrian hound
of impeccable integrity.

Hagenauer sculpture, 1930

His gaze fell on the letter opener. By accident she had learnt more about his life from the contents of that letter than anywhere.

Dunhill letter opener with lighter top, circa 1950

Cleopatra’s eye reflected
the sun. Through the hypnotism
of precious metals there
emerged a dark slender shadow.

Cleopatra’s eye magnifying glass. Mid-century, gold plated
Hermès weighted pen. Silver plated.

A lighter presented itself, smooth to the touch
it gave the impression of
intelligent company.

Table lighter St Dupont, circa 1960. Gold plate
Scene 3:
‘Evening’

All this time light was receding from the room.

“I should explain why I spend so much time here”, said the silhouette. Leaves moved like shadows across her eyes.

Hermès rope bottle opener. Plated silver.

It’s not too late to turn back. Time moved with faint sounds.

Venini hourglass. Hand-blown lurid Murano glass.

He unscrewed the telescopic cup, rolled and remained still. Black eyes on the dice prophesied a new cycle.

Telescopic cup, J. E. Cauldwell. Gold plated. Dice,
Cartier for America. Vitreous enamel glass, silver

Staring down at the varnished surface her mouth worried him while her eyes examined the gold cufflink.

Audemar Piguet evening watch. gold plated, Roman dial, alligator strap
Scene 4:
‘Night’

Everything went crashing black.

Pale graceful hands placed
the gold stud box delicately
on the table.

Men’s Edwardian jewellery box, 1910. Gold plated.
Mid-century British cigar ashtray. Sterling silver and crystal.

He lit a match to make sure the watch had really stopped. Smoke lingered from its vesta case.

Realist wrapped tobacco leaf march vesta. Silver.

As the travel clock neared
one the figure vanished into dappled shadows.

Art Deco Jaeger LeCoultre travel clock.
Gold and silver plated. Retailed by Aspray.

On the newly varnished table two bronze shot cups sat alive like in a dream.

Tooth shot cup by Foundwell. Bronze and silver plated.
Set of 4, 3 silver 1 gold. Heath & Midleton champagne decanters circa 1900.
Sterling silver and glass.
The End

‘A DAY OBSERVED’
A story by FOUNDWELL
Photography Matthieu Lavanchy, creative direction OK-RM,
notes by Kate O’Brien and objects selected by Alan Bedwell

‘A DAY OBSERVED’
A story by FOUNDWELL
Photography Matthieu Lavanchy,
creative direction OK-RM
notes by Kate O’Brien
and objects selected by Alan Bedwell

Early and Rare Sterling Silver Gorham Martini Mixing Bucket

Golf Cocktail Shaker
and Matching Golf Bag Cup

Sterling Silver Woven Bottle Coaster

Foundwell

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An eighteen carat yellow gold Rolls Royce keychain. This key chain is exceptionally made, and is quite complex in its construction.  There is a well constructed ring at the top to pass the keys through, this is attached by a series of custom made links which then links to the iconic Rolls Royce radiator grill.

The instantly recognisable grille of Rolls-Royce, known as the “Pantheon”, takes its name and inspiration from classical Roman architecture. Its design echoes the Corinthian columns of the Pantheon in Rome, the subtle curvature and spacing of each bar carefully calculated to achieve visual symmetry and grace. When it first appeared in the early twentieth century, the intent was clear — to convey permanence, authority, and quiet grandeur through proportion rather than ornamentation.

Each grille is a feat of craftsmanship. Fabricated from hand-polished stainless steel, it is shaped and finished by individual artisans who mark their work with a discreet signature on the reverse. The lines of the grille are never truly straight; instead, they follow the same architectural principle of entasis, where a barely perceptible curve corrects optical distortion, lending the front of the car a sense of natural balance and life. This commitment to precision reflects the broader Rolls-Royce philosophy of beauty through discipline and refinement.

Beyond its mechanical function, the grille has become the face of the marque. It signals continuity across generations of design, serving as a constant emblem of restrained luxury. Whether seen on the prow of a Phantom or a vintage Silver Ghost, it represents something more enduring than style, an understanding that true elegance lies not in excess, but in the quiet confidence of perfect proportion.

Exceptionally made, inconically designed, and of the highest quality.  Made in London, England, in 1983. it is fully stamped in multiple places with English gold control marks and a makers marks. Each piece that is removable is hallmarked, as is the law in England, with each piece featuring matching date and maker marks. The piece was made by John Goode & Son. John Goode & Sons, makers of fine gold chains, was established by John T. Goode at Regent Place in Birmingham. They later opened a premise at Hatton Garden in London. It is believed that these keychains were made officially for Rolls Royce and retailed through the company as an official additional luxury keychain for vehicles bought from the iconic Crewe based car company.

Made in England, 1983 (Dimensions; 3" long by 1" wide)


Price $11,850.00

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Item Dimensions
Chain Length
3 inches (7.62cm)
Grill Charm Width
1 inches (2.54cm)