DECORATIVE ARTS AUCTION MONDAY 18 OCTOBER 2021, MELBOURNE
AUCTION CATALOGUE VOLUME 14 ISSUE 19 LJ8427
COVER (left to right) OBJETS DE VERTU Lots 99, 97, 92, 100, 94, 96 and 93 INSIDE COVER Lot 31 (detail) ARTIST UNKNOWN ITALIAN SCHOOL Three figures in landscape oil on canvas unsigned The frame 166cm × 201cm $4,000 – 6,000
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DECORATIVE ARTS AUCTION MONDAY 18 OCTOBER 2021, 6PM MELBOURNE
CHIARA CURCIO
DOMINIC KAVANAGH
Head of Decorative Arts
Decorative Arts Specialist
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Decorative Arts –
This October our auction offering opens with the private house contents of Trawalla, Toorak. Lots 1-70 feature antiques and custom-made pieces styled and sourced by the late Stuart Rattle. The collection is reminiscent of Rattle's passion for English design, with a modern twist. Following this collection is the Douglas of Tilquillie family collection (Lots 75-89) featuring antiques passed down through various generations to the current Douglas family member. Treasures from the collection feature a lovely Italian micro mosaic box (lot 83) in addition to two Douglas female portraits from the 19th Century. Our front cover features an inherited collection of Russian silver and enamel items (lots 92-100). The collection was forged with the vendor’s great grandfather, who was a Russian Silversmith in Moscow and immigrated to Italy around 1895. The majority of his collection consisted of pieces he had been gifted or collected from other silversmiths. The collection was passed to the vendor’s grandfather who immigrated to Australia in 1923 and hence by descent to the current owner. These colourful enamels became popular in Russia in the late 19th Century, due to the influence of Chinese cloisonne and
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revivalist styles inspired by earlier Byzantine models Within our European design section, we feature a lovely Biedermeier secretaire abattant (lot 149), showcasing a stylish architectural interior, a pair of waisted ‘Ballerina’ cabinets designed by Polish born cabinet maker Andrzej Loza for Studio Loza (lots 110 &111) and an impressive French four-piece macassar ebony and portoro marble dining suite (lots 105-108). Macassar ebony, named after the Indonesian port city of Makassar, boasts a richly figured exotic wood, which was in the height of fashion in France during the 1920s and 1930s, due to its rarity. Another item of interest in the auction is the Letter to Admiral Nelson (lot 199), which was allegedly discovered in an old trunk acquired at a Burnhams property in the English county of Norfolk. In his letter Admiral Nelson quite simply expresses gratitude at receiving an unexpected gift from a distant relative, being a hare and two turkeys. The auction also features a rare collection of antiquities including an Egyptian sarcophagus panel fragment (lot 217) and an Egyptian limestone canopic votive jar (lot 210). — Chiara Curcio | Head of Decorative Arts
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CONTENTS OF TOORAK MANSION, TRAWALLA LOTS 1 – 70
Lots 1–70 present the pieces from the historic Toorak Mansion, Trawalla. The stately 19th Century home featuring seven bedrooms, two dining rooms, a billiard room, a study, and two sitting rooms, was tastefully restored in the late 2000s by highly regarded Australian interior designer, the late Stuart Rattle.The restoration showcased his fine attention to detail and effortless ability to merge colours, styles, and patterns into one unified aesthetic; always subtly paying homage to classical motifs and early English design.
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1 A LARGE PROVINCIAL STYLE OAK FARMHOUSE TABLE DESIGNED BY STUART RATTLE, MADE BY ROBERT BROWN Of typical form, with a shaped apron, raised on four tapering chamfered legs, bearing the label of Robert Brown to underside 75.5cm high, 370.5cm long, 102cm wide $3,000 – 5,000
3 A PROVINICIAL STYLE OAK CONSOLE SIDEBOARD DESIGNED BY STUART RATTLE, MADE BY ROBERT BROWN The rectangular plank top above three generous sized drawers with brass handles, standing on four square tapering legs. Bearing label for Robert Brown to reverse 90cm high, 180cm wide, 55cm deep $1,200 – 2,000
2 A SET OF ELEVEN COUNTRY CHAIRS With single backs and rush seats on turned front legs and stretchers 106cm high, 50cm seat height $2,500 – 3,200
4 AN IRON FRAMED ARCHITECTURAL MIRROR Of arch form with a lattice mirror arrangement 180cm × 128cm $1,000 – 2,000
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5 A CUSTOM-MADE STONE PLATE AND MAHOGANY CONSOLE TABLE DESIGNED BY STUART RATTLE, MADE BY KIM MOIR BESPOKE FURNITURE The rectangular polished stone top above four ‘S’ shape supports, united by a cross stretcher, raised on bun feet, ‘Kim Moir bespoke furniture Melbourne’ plaquette to underside 86cm high, 150cm wide, 60cm deep $1,200 – 2,000
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6 A CUSTOM-MADE STONE PLATE AND MAHOGANY CONSOLE TABLE DESIGNED BY STUART RATTLE, MADE BY KIM MOIR BESPOKE FURNITURE The rectangular polished stone top above four ‘S’ shape supports, united by a cross stretcher, raised on bun feet, ‘Kim Moir bespoke furniture Melbourne’ plaquette to underside 86cm high, 150cm wide, 60cm deep $1,200 – 2,000 7 A LARGE NEO-CLASSICAL PATINATED BRONZE URN AFTER CLODION, BY FERDINAND BARBEDIENNE, LATE 19TH CENTURY Of ovoid form, flanked by mythical beast head masks, the whole finely cast with classical motifs, above a circular foot, signed ‘F. Barbedienne’, raised on a stepped square rouge marble foot 55cm high, 25cm wide $2,000 – 4,000
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8 A FRENCH GILTWOOD OVERMANTLE MIRROR LATE 19TH CENTURY The moulded frame decorated with scrolling acanthus leaf and a cock beaded trim, centrally decorated with a stylized acanthus leaf crest 188.5 × 130cm $1,500 – 2,500
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9 A PAIR OF FAUTEUILS Of typical design, the backs and seats in modern chequered upholstery, the crest rails with carved shells, scrolled arms, standing on carved legs with stretchers. 123cm high, 69cm wide, 60cm deep $1,200 – 2,000
11 A BRASS AND GLASS COFFEE TABLE DESIGNED BY STUART RATTLE Of rectangular form, the openwork brushed brass base, supporting a glass top 45.5cm high, 164cm wide, 56cm deep $700 – 900
10 A GEORGE II AND LATER WALNUT VENEERED CHEST ON STAND The upper body with an arrangement of short and long drawers, above a stand with a further three deep drawers, supported on a shaped apron and cabriole legs 146cm high, 109cm wide, 60.5cm deep $3,000 – 5,000
12 A CONTEMPORARY THREE SEAT SOFA DESIGNED BY STUART RATTLE Upholstered in modern striped fabric, with rolled arms and down filled cushions 80cm high, 262cm long, 98cm deep $1,500 – 2,500
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13 A PAIR OF CONTEMPORARY ARMCHAIRS DESIGNED BY STUART RATTLE Upholstered in contemporary striped fabric, with down-filled cushions 80cm high, 80cm wide, 100cm deep $700 – 1,000
15 A LARGE DECORATIVE RUG DESIGNED BY STUART RATTLE, BY BERUHZ Decorated in a foliate and floriate pattern in blue, cream and terracotta tones, against a biege field 595 × 397cm $1,200 – 2,000
14 A LARGE DECORATIVE RUG DESIGNED BY STUART RATTLE, BY BERUHZ Decorated in a foliate pattern in terracotta and gold tones, against a biege field 502 × 333cm approx $1,200 – 2,000
16 A LARGE CUSTOM-MADE FRAMED OVERMANTEL MIRROR DESIGNED BY STUART RATTLE, MADE BY KIM MOIR BESPOKE FURNITURE The bevelled rectangular mirror plate surrounded by a white painted, shell crested, moulded frame, maker’s mark stamped to verso 265cm high, 174cm wide, 8.5cm deep $1,200 – 2,000
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17 A BRASS AND GLASS COFFEE TABLE DESIGNED BY STUART RATTLE Of square form, the openwork brushed brass base, supporting a glass top 45.5cm high, 110cm wide, 110cm deep $900 – 1,200 18 A FRENCH MAHOGANY CENTRE TABLE 19TH CENTURY The circular top an inlaid motif to the centre and banding toward the edge, above three frieze drawers, supported on a triangular pedestal with three moulded claw feet 73cm high, 98cm diameter $1,000 – 2,000 19 AN ENGLISH EBONISED BRACKET CLOCK BY R. GRIGG, LONDON, NO. 500 Double fusee verge, silvered chapter ring, Roman numerals, matted centre with mask and leaf scroll spandrels, mock pendulum aperture, inverted bell top case with brass carrying handle, the doors and sides fully glazed, the door inset with wooden frets, block feet 50cm high, 27cm wide, 17.5cm deep
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PROVENANCE: Sotheby’s Australia, ‘The Connoisseur’s Collection Part 2’, May 28 2008, lot 387 $5,000 – 7,000
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21 A FINE NEOCLASSICAL STYLE GILDED CENTRE TABLE LATE 19TH CENTURY The rectangular travertine plate top above a frieze with a carved relief wave motif, standing on square carved legs with shell motifs, on moulded feet 74cm high, 157.5cm wide, 69cm deep
23 A PIER MIRROR DESIGNED BY STUART RATTLE The large ebonised frame with a painted panel of a wicker basket with flowers and wheat sheafs, above a rectangular mirror 260 x 128cm $1,000 – 2,000
PROVENANCE: Sotheby’s Australia, ‘The Connoisseur CollectionPart 1’, May 27 2008, lot 92 $3,000 – 5,000
24 A LARGE MIRROR BACKED MARBLE AND MAHOGANY CONSOLE TABLE DESIGNED BY STUART RATTLE, MADE BY KIM MOIR BESPOKE FURNITURE The inset rectangular marble plate, above a plain frieze centred with a drawer, on four fluted columnar supports standing on a plinth base, with a recessed space and mirror back, bearing the Kim Moir stamp to back 87cm high, 305cm long, 42cm deep $2,000 – 3,000
22 A PIER MIRROR DESIGNED BY STUART RATTLE The large ebonised frame with a painted cornucopia panel, above a rectangular mirror 260 x 128cm $1,000 – 2,000
25 A PAIR OF CONTEMPORARY LOUNGE CHAIRS DESIGNED BY STUART RATTLE Generously proportioned, with rolled arms, down filled cushions and upholstered in luxurious butterscotch velour 81cm high, 90cm wide, 95cm deep $800 – 1,200
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26 A LARGE GEORGIAN STYLE MAHOGANY EXTENSION DINING TABLE The rounded corners with reeded edges, standing on pedestal supports with splayed legs on brass claw feet caps on castors, with nine leaves supported on an extension base, the engraved maker’s label bearing ‘Millwood Cabinet Making’ underneath 73cm high, 596cm long (fully extended), 114cm wide $1,500 – 2,000 27 A SET OF TEN STUDDED LEATHER DINING CHAIRS Upholstered in studded coffee brown leather, standing on square cut tapered front legs on castors 95cm high, seat height 52cm $2,000 – 4,000 28 A SET OF EIGHT STUDDED LEATHER DINING CHAIRS Upholstered in studded coffee brown leather, standing on square tapered front legs on castors 95cm high, seat height 52cm $1,600 – 3,200 29 A LARGE DECORATIVE RUG DESIGNED BY STUART RATTLE, MADE BY BEHRUZ 799 × 446cm $1,200 – 2,000
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30 ARTIST UNKNOWN EUROPEAN SCHOOL Still life oil on canvas unsigned 87cm × 100cm $800 – 1,200 31 ARTIST UNKNOWN ITALIAN SCHOOL Three figures in landscape oil on canvas unsigned The frame 166cm × 201cm $4,000 – 6,000 32 ARTIST UNKNOWN EUROPEAN SCHOOL, 19TH CENTURY Portrait of boy oil on canvas on board unsigned 92 × 82cm $700 – 900 33 A GOTHIC REVIVAL OAK OVER MANTEL MIRROR 19TH CENTURY Of architectural form, the finely carved floriate border flanked by twin classical columns, above an arch with scrolling leaf motifs, surmounted by a central spire 246 × 142cm $1,800 – 2,800 33
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34 AN ENGLISH MAHOGANY BRACKET CLOCK, BY FRANCIS GODDARD, LONDON Double fusee movement with anchor escapement, painted dial, Roman numerals, the case with break-arch top, fluted brass carrying handle, glazed sides and back, moulded base with brass bracket feet 46cm high, 27.5cm wide, 20.5cm deep PROVENANCE: Sotheby’s Australia, ‘The Connoisseur’s CollectionPart 2’, May 28 2008, lot 390 $2,000 – 4,000 35 A THREE SEATER SOFA TOGETHER WITH CIRCULAR FOOTREST DESIGNED BY STUART RATTLE Upholstered in contemporary fabric, the sofa with rolled arms and down-filled cushions, the footrest of circular form 80cm high, 260cm long, 101cm deep $1,500 – 2,500
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36 A MONUMENTAL PROVINCIAL PINE BOOKCASE CABINET Of typical form, the upper body comprising three pairs of glazed doors opening to a green painted interior fitted with four shelves, the lower body comprising three sets of doors, opening to a storage space 264cm high, 424cm wide, 75cm deep $3,000 – 4,000 37 A PAIR OF LUXURIOUS CUSTOM MADE CLUB CHAIRS DESIGNED BY STUART RATTLE Of generous proportions, covered in mushroom leather, raised on square supports and castors. 82cm high, 87cm wide, 97cm deep $2,000 – 3,000
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38 A PAIR OF LUXURIOUS CUSTOM MADE CLUB CHAIRS DESIGNED BY STUART RATTLE Of generous proportions, covered in mushroom leather, raised on square supports and castors. 82cm high, 87cm wide, 97cm deep $2,000 – 3,000 39 A GEORGE III MAHOGANY ‘CHIPPENDALE’ TRAY ON A LATER STAND 18TH CENTURY AND LATER Of typical form, the tray lifting lined with green biaze to underside 56.5cm high, 66cm wide, 49cm deep PROVENANCE: Sotheby’s Australia, ‘The Connoisseur’s CollectionPart 1’, May 27 2008, lot 153 $700 – 900
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40 A GEORGE III MAHOGANY ‘CHIPPENDALE’ TRAY ON A LATER STAND 18TH CENTURY AND LATER Of typical form, the tray lifting off to expose a green baize topped stand 53cm total height, 69.5cm wide, 47.5cm deep
41 A GEORGE III YEW WOOD CHEST OF DRAWERS CIRCA 1800 The top with book match veneer and cross banding, above two short drawers and three long drawers, raised on four bun feet 88.5cm high, 94cm wide, 50cm deep
PROVENANCE: Sotheby’s Australia, ‘The Connoisseur’s CollectionPart 1’, May 27 2008, lot 152 $700 – 900
PROVENANCE: Sotheby’s Australia, ‘The Connoisseur’s CollectionPart 1’, May 27 2008, lot 146 $3,000 – 5,000
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42 ATTRIBUTED TO WILLIAM SHAYER SENIOR (BRITISH, 1811-1892) Itinerant Fishmonger oil on canvas signed Wm Shayer' lower right titled on plaque lower centre Total size 88 x 101cm $1,500 – 2,500
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43 A PAIR OF CLASSICAL STYLE BRASS AND GLASS LAMP BASES Each with a Corinthian capital above a twist moulded glass column, on a stepped brass foot, together with cream pleated shades 77cm total height $500 – 700
44 AN ENGLISH MAHOGANY BRACKET CLOCK BY BENNET, RED LION STREET, HOLBORN Double fusee movement with anchor escapement, bell strike, painted dial, Roman numerals, the case with stepped cresting, the door inlaid with brass stringing, scale side frets and brass handles, ball feet 44cm high, 28cm wide, 15.5cm deep
45 A LARGE DECORATIVE RUG BY BERUZ FOR STUART RATTLE Rectangular in form, maroon ground with repeating geometric motif. 497 × 390cm $800 – 1,200
PROVENANCE: Sotheby’s Australia, ‘The Connoisseur’s CollectionPart 2’, May 28 2008, lot 386 $1,500 – 2,500
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46 A LARGE VICTORIAN MAHOGANY BOOKCASE CABINET LATE 19TH CENTURY The stepped pediment above linear moulding and a repeating patera frieze, the upper body with two central doors, flanked by two breakfront doors, each opening to a fitted interior, the lower body with four moulded doors each opening to a fitted interior 249cm high approx, 262cm wide, 48.5cm deep $2,000 – 3,000
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47 A GEORGIAN STYLE GAINSBOROUGH CHAIR EARLY 20TH CENTURY Of typical design, upholstered in studded aged maroon leather, standing on moulded square cut legs, united with stretchers 99cm high, 60cm wide, 58cm deep $500 – 700
48 A PAIR OF GEORGIAN STYLE LEATHER GAINSBOROUGH CHAIRS EARLY 20TH CENTURY Of typical form, upholstered in studded aged burgundy leather, standing on square cut moulded legs united with stretchers 100cm high, 61cm wide, 53cm deep $1,200 – 1,800
49 A VICTORIAN MAHOGANY PARTNERS DESK CIRCA 1860 Of typical form, top with a deep red leather inset, a large central drawer flanked by small drawers to each side, supported on pedestals, each with sets of three drawers to each side, standing on bracket feet 76.5cm high, 183cm wide, 119cm deep $1,500 – 2,500 50 A LOUIS XVI STYLE THREE PIECE SALON SUITE 19TH CENTURY Of petit proportions, comprising a settee and a pair of bergeres, each with decoratively moulded gilt wood frames, and loose down filled cushions. The settee 86cm high, 121cm wide, 55cm deep $1,000 – 2,000 51 A PAIR OF ANTIQUE CURULE STOOLS 20TH CENTURY The curved seats above and ‘X’ Frame bases, impressed with serial number ‘B35’ to bases with an additional serial number to one stool ‘03711’ 47cm high, 51cm wide, 41cm deep $600 – 800 52 A GEORGE III MAHOGANY CHEST ON CHEST CIRCA 1900 The upper chest with moulded dentil cornice and chamfered corners, with a pair of drawers above three larger drawers, the lower chest with a draw slide above three large drawers, and an apron uniting splayed bracket feet 191.5cm high, 109.5cm wide, 55cm deep $2,000 – 3,000
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53 ARTIST UNKNOWN EUROPEAN SCHOOL, 18TH – 19TH CENTURY Lakeside village scene oil on canvas unsigned The frame 188cm × 252cm $1,000 – 2,000
55 L. BARDI ITALIAN, 19TH CENTURY Sacra Famiglia (After Andrea del Sarto) oil on canvas Inscribed ‘Sacra Famiglia frome Andrea del Santo by L.Bardi, Pitti Gallery’ verso Total size 181 × 147cm $2,000 – 4,000
54 ARTIST UKNOWN EUROPEAN SCHOOL, 18TH – 19TH CENTURY Pastorial village scene oil on canvas unsigned The frame 190cm × 253.5cm $1,000 – 2,000
56 PIERRE JOSEPH WALLAERT (French, c. 1753–1812) Harbour Scene with Figures at Work oil on canvas signed lower right: P. Wallaert 89 × 124cm
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PROVENANCE: Leonard Joel, Melbourne, 24 October 2010, lot 201 Private collection, Melbourne $10,000 – 12,000
57 A NEOCLASSICAL STYLE BRASS LAMP BASE Of typical Ionic column form, on a stepped base, together with a cream pleated shade Total height 89.5cm high $400 – 600 58 AN ENGLISH ROSEWOOD AND LEATHER LIBRARY CHAIR EARLY 19TH CENTURY The rosewood frame accented with inlaid motifs, upholstered in studded worn orange leather to back, seat and arms, the arms terminating in scrolls, standing on turned foliate carved legs, and out swept back legs, on brass castors 103cm high, 70cm wide, 84cm deep $1,000 – 2,000
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59 ARTIST UNKNOWN CHINESE SCHOOL, 20TH CENTURY Two artworks water colour on paper each depicting courtyard scenes with figures 100 × 64.5cm & 163.5 × 99.5cm $500 – 700 60 ARTIST UNKNOWN CHINESE SCHOOL, 20TH CENTURY Landscape scene with ravine ink on silk signed upper right hand Total size 184 × 101cm $500 – 700
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61 A GEORGE III STYLE OAK CHEST ON STAND 19TH CENTURY Of rectangular form, with an arrangement of two short and three long drawers, above a shell carved frieze, raised on cabriole legs. 126cm high, 120.5cm wide, 61cm deep PROVENANCE: Sotheby’s Australia, ‘The Connoisseur’s CollectionPart 1’, May 27 2008, lot 90 $1,500 – 2,500 62 AN ENGLISH MAHOGANY DRUM LIBRARY TABLE MID 19TH CENTURY The tooled leather inset top, above four faux frieze drawers and two drawers, one extending out to a writing slope, raised upon a baluster support on a tri legged base on castors 76.5cm high, 86cm diameter $1,800 – 2,000
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63 A VICTORIAN PAPIER MACHE TRAY ON STAND LATE 19TH CENTURY AND LATER The tray of shaped form, decorated with a gilded edge, together with an antique style fitted stand raised on simulated bamboo legs united by a cross-stretcher 53cm high, 78.5cm wide, 60cm deep $500 – 700 64 A PAIR OF LOUIS XV STYLE FAUTEUILS Of typical form, each with painted frames with gilded highlights and covered with floral upholstery 99cm high, 74cm wide, 60cm deep $600 – 800
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65 A PAIR OF FRENCH LOUIS XVI STYLE GILTWOOD CORBELS EARLY 20TH CENTURY Incorporating floral swathes, ‘C’ scrolls, and foliate decoration 35cm high, 24cm wide $500 – 700 66 A LARGE CUSTOM-MADE MAHOGANY FRAMED OVERMANTEL MIRROR DESIGNED BY STUART RATTLE, MADE BY KIM MOIR BESPOKE FURNITURE The rectangular bevelled mirror plate within a moulded frame on bun feet, maker’s stamp to verso 247cm high, 193.5cm wide, 9cm deep $1,000 – 2,000 67 A PAIR OF GOOD QUALITY CRYSTAL LAMP BASES Each modelled after a kerosene lamp base with a hobnail font, above a faceted stem and a stepped circular base, together with beige pleated shades Total height 95cm high $800 – 1,200 68 A FRENCH GILT-BRASS REPEATING CARRIAGE CLOCK WITH ALARM 19TH CENTURY The rectangular gilt-brass case engraved with foliate scrolls, inset with bevelled glass panels. With lever platform, bell strike, subsidiary alarm dial, seconds centre sweep, inscribed on back plate J.D. BRte The case 14cm high, 10cm wide, 8cm deep PROVENANCE: Sotheby’s Australia, ‘The Connoisseur CollectionPart 2’, May 28 2008, lot 403 $1,000 – 2,000
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69 TWO FAUTEUILS AND MATCHING SIDE CHAIRS Of typical design, the backs and seats in modern chequered upholstery, the crest rails with carved shells, the fauteuils with scrolled arms, standing on carved legs with stretchers. Fauteuils 123cm high, side chairs 108cm high $2,000 – 3,000 70 A PAIR OF DECORATIVE BRASS LAMPS Each modelled in naturalistic bulb form, above a square foot, together with cream pleated shades 77cm total height $600 – 800
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71 A LARGE BRONZE FIGURAL GROUP WATER FEATURE FIRST HALF 20TH CENTURY Modelled as two children playing leapfrog, with a nice green patina. 142cm high, 87cm wide, 64cm deep $4,000 – 6,000 72 A BRONZE FIGURAL GROUP WATER FEATURE FIRST HALF 20TH CENTURY Modelled as two children playing on giant toad stools, with a nice green patina. 115cm high, 78cm wide, 47cm deep $3,000 – 5,000
73 A BRONZE CHERUB WATER FEATURE 19TH CENTURY Modelled in a reclining pose, with a nice green patina. 47cm high, 58cm wide, 36cm deep $1,000 – 1,500 74 A NEOCLASSICAL STYLE PLASTER WATER FEATURE 20TH CENTURY Modelled in the form of a standing cherub raising a shell 118cm high, 56cm wide, and 53cm deep $1,000 – 1,500
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THE DOUGLAS OF TILQUHILLIE FAMILY COLLECTION LOTS 75–89
The Douglas Family name origin. The Douglas's were known as 'the great turbulent, daring and too often treacherous house'. The first of the family on record was William De Douglas (Duglas), born sometime before 1157 in medieval Scotland. His descendents include the Douglases of Drumlanrig who actively engaged in supporting James I and his successors. The Douglas of Tilquhillie branch was founded in 1479 in the marriage of David Douglas and Janet Ogston of Tilquhillie. This collection features lot 89, a Victorian mahogany hall chair which bears the Douglas of Tilquillie crest, together with two Douglas female portraits from the 19th century.
89 Detail of Douglas of Tilquhillie coat of arms
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77 75 A FRENCH BRONZE MODEL OF TWO GREY HOUNDS BY EMMANUEL FREMIET (1824–1910) Modelled as two standing grey hounds, signed in the mould ‘E FREMIET’ 25cm high, 31cm long, 16cm wide $2,500 – 3,500 76 A FRENCH ARCHITECTURAL CARRIAGE CLOCK BY HENRI JACOT, CIRCA 1900 The French strike, on gong, with lever platform, with a gilded bronze case, incorporating Corinthian columns, serpentine top and base, encasing a circular enamel dial with Arabic numerals, the back stamped with the makers mark, engraved Paris and Hands 14cm high, 8cm wide, 7cm deep $700 – 900 77 ARTIST UNKNOWN BRITISH SCHOOL, 19TH CENTURY Portrait of a Douglas family member oil on board housed in a gilded frame, handwritten notes to verso 61 × 55cm (total size) $700 – 900
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78 A SCOTTISH OAK COFFER 17TH/18TH CENTURY Of petit proportions, the hinged top with a carved relief depicting the Garden of Eden, above heavily carved side and front panels, the front bearing ‘Welmoet Jans A 1721’, raised on baluster supports 57cm high, 72cm wide, 40cm deep $1,500 – 2,500 79 BELISARIO GIOJA (ITALIAN, 1829–1906) The Swine herder watercolour 58 × 73cm (total) $400 – 600
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80 BELISARIO GIOJA (ITALIAN, 1829–1906) Going to Market oil on canvas 58 × 73cm (total) $400 – 600 81 BELISARIO GIOJA (ITALIAN, 1829–1906) The Ox Cart watercolour 58 × 73cm (total) $400 – 600 82 BELISARIO GIOJA (ITALIAN, 1829–1906) Bay of Naples watercolour 62 × 77cm (total) $400 – 600
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83 A GRAND TOUR MICRO MOSAIC BOX BY CEASRE ROCCHEGGIANI, ROME, CIRCA 1850 The brass box with a hinged cover and silk lined interior, inset with micro mosaic panels depicting historical Roman buildings and ruins, accented with brass beading, raised on four decorative cast feet, the makers label to underside. 9.5cm high, 14.5cm wide, 10cm deep $2,000 – 3,000
84 A PAIR OF EDWARDIAN PAINTED PEDESTALS CIRCA 1910 Painted with polychrome floral motifs overall, the circular tops with moulded edges raised on elegant hexagonal and tapering columns, on scroll tri-leg bases each 127.5cm high $600 – 800 85 A MARQUETRY MUSIC CABINET IN THE FRENCH MANNER BY JAMES SHOOLBRED & CO, LONDON, CIRCA 1870 The gallery edge top above three velvet lined compartments with glazed drop-down doors, above an apron with four serpentine legs on ormolu caps, the whole decorated with marquetry and musical trophy mounts. 114cm high, 59.5cm wide, 37cm deep $1,500 – 2,500 86 JAKOB JEHLY (1854–1897) Swiss Mountain village oil on canvas 59 × 98cm (total) $1,500 – 2,000 87 R. COULET FRENCH, 19TH CENTURY The Tug Boat oil on canvas 74 × 89cm (total) $400 – 500 88 AFTER HENRY RAEBURN BRITISH SCHOOL, CIRCA 1900 Portrait in landscape setting oil on canvas signed W. A. Menzies verso, with additional handwritten note about the sitter 143 × 118cm (total) $700 – 900
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89 A VICTORIAN MAHOGANY HALL CHAIR BEARING THE DOUGLAS OF TILQUHILLIE FAMILY CREST The reeded back panel bearing a beautifully carved family crest, above a seat with a rounded front, standing on turned front legs 83cm high, 44cm wide, 39cm deep $400 – 600
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OBJETS DE VERTU & ITEMS OF INTEREST LOTS 92–104
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92 A PAIR OF RUSSIAN SILVER-GILT 84 ENAMEL CLOISONNE SUGAR TONGS MANUFACTURED FOR THE FABERGÉ WORKSHOP, MOSCOW, CIRCA 1908 Of spring form, the arms and shaped grips decorated with varicolour stylized floral and foliate motifs, the imperial warrant and makers hallmark in Cyrillic, the Moscow kokoshnik hallmarked to interior 32gms total weight 10.5cm long $1,400 – 2,200 93 A RARE RUSSIAN SILVER-GILT 88 ENAMEL SNUFF BOX 3RD ARTEL, MOSCOW, CIRCA 1915 Of rectangular form, the hinged cover with a cartouche of painted flowers, bordered with varicolour stylized foliate and geometric motifs together with scrolls, floriate and foliate decoration to the sides. The gilded interior bearing 3rd Artel and kokoshnik hallmarks 48gms total weight 1.5cm high, 5cm wide, 3cm deep $1,400 – 2,400
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94 A RUSSIAN SILVER-GILT 84 CLOISONNE ENAMEL PATCH BOX MICHAEL SMIRNOV, CIRCA 1898 Of compressed circular form, enamelled with varicolor stylized floriate and foliate designs overall, the hinged cover with a raised gilt thumb piece, hall marked to the interior 70gms total weight 2.5cm high, 5cm diameter $1,800 – 2,400 95 A SET OF FIVE RUSSIAN SILVER-GILT 84 ENAMEL CLOISONNE SPOONS, I. I. OVCHINNIKOV, MOSCOW, CIRCA 1880s The ovoid bowl decorated with varicolour stylized floriate and foliate design with a bead border, the plain square stem terminating with a twist handle and enamel decoration, hallmarks to stem 75gms total weight 11cm long $1,400 – 2,400
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96 A RUSSIAN SILVER 84 CLOISONNE ENAMEL SCALLOPED PATCH BOX IVAN SALTIKOV, CIRCA 1884 Of scalloped form, the cover decorated with a large vericolour rosette motif, and two bands of repeating stylized flowers to the side, hallmarks to underside and mouthrim of lid. 47gms total weight 2.5cm high, 4.3cm diameter $1,400 – 2,400
98 A RUSSIAN 84 SILVER CIGAR OR CIGARETTE CASE MOSCOW, 1858 The small wallet with moving key, the hinged covers with chased decoration and applied with a 14 carat gold monogram, enclosing a gilt interior, and featuring a scene of St Petersburg finely engraved to the back panel, bearing the initials 'AC'. 158gms total weight 1.5cm high, 6cm wide,13cm long $2,500 – 3,500
97 A RUSSIAN SILVER 84 CLOISONNE ENAMEL PATCH BOX MOSCOW, CIRCA 1908 Of circular form, the cover decorated in vericolour stylised flowers, scrolls and beads. Kokoshnik mark to lid and underside of base. 36gms total weight 1.4cm high, 4.4cm diameter $1,400 – 1,800
99 A RUSSIAN SILVER 84 CLOISONNE ENAMEL ROUND BOX BY GUSTAVE KLINGERT, MOSCOW, 1893 Of compressed circular form, decorated in varicolour enamel overall, the hinged cover and base with a rosette design, encircled with turquoise beads, and a band of repeating flowers, scrolls and leaves, hallmarked to interior of cover and box. Assayed by Anatoly Apollonovich Artsybashev. 50gms total weight 2cm high, 5.2cm diameter $1,600 – 2,200
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100 A RARE RUSSIAN SILVER-GILT 84 CLOISONNE ENAMEL ROUND BOX DIMITRY ORLOV, CIRCA 1885 Of compressed circular form, vericolour overall, the hinged cover and base decorated with a star and central rosette design, bordered with a ring of beads and a band of repeating stylised flowers to the side, hallmarked to the inner rim of cover 78gms total weight 2.5cm high, 6cm diameter $1,800 – 2,400 101 AN AUSTRIAN SILVER GILT AND ENAMEL FIGURE OF A COURT JESTER MARKED HERMANN BOHM (1867–1922), VIENNA, CIRCA 1895 Modelled in traditional costume with outstretched hands. The whole set with pearls, turquoises and garnets. Hallmarked to base 106gms total weight 12.5cm high, the base 7.3cm diameter $2,000 – 3,000
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103 AN UNUSUAL AUSTRALIAN METALWORK TEA POT CIRCA 1940 The copper body of compressed organic form, mounted with an arched redgum handle, the hinged lid also with applied redgum handle, impressed mark 'CMM', or 'GMM' to base 12cm high, 26cm long, 14cm wide $1,000 – 1,500
104 AN AUSTRALIAN CEDAR CORNER CABINET 19TH CENTURY Bow fronted and of slender proportions, with a moulded cornice above a single door. 185cm high, 64cm wide, 44cm deep PROVENANCE: The estate of Marion Jones (c. 1897-1977), Bendigo, hence by decent. $1,000 – 2,000
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105 AN ART DECO MACASSAR EBONY SIDEBOARD CIRCA 1930 The whole veneered in macassar ebony, with ebonised features, the rectangular inset portoro marble plate top, above a pair of doors enclosing shelves, raised on a plinth base 96cm high, 140cm wide, 44.5cm deep $2,000 – 3,000
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107 AN ART DECO MACASSAR AND MARBLE PLATE DINING TABLE CIRCA 1930 The rectangular top comprising two book matched pieces of portoro marble, above a macassar ebony frieze, supported on pedestals 75cm high, 250cm long, 105cm deep $3,000 – 5,000 108 A LARGE ART DECO MACASSAR EBONY SIDEBOARD CIRCA 1930 The whole veneered in macassar ebony, with ebonised features, the rectangular inset portoro marble plate top (in two pieces), above five small drawers with nickel plate handles, flanked by large doors enclosing shelves, raised on a plinth base 99cm high, 200 long, 48.5cm deep $2,500 – 3,500
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109 AN ART DECO FRUITWOOD AND EBONY INLAID DINING SETTING CIRCA 1930 Comprising an extension table and four chairs. The rectangular table with outer extension leaves, with an ebony inlaid apron, raised on a double pedestal base. The chair backs and cushion seats upholstered in modern fabric, standing on square cut front legs and splayed back legs The Table 75.5cm high, 255cm (fully extended), 100.5cm deep $2,200 – 3,500 110 A BALLERINA CABINET DESIGNED BY ANDRZEJ LOZA FOR STUDIO LOZA The arched top cabinet of serpentine form, with glazed and brass mesh doors, enclosing glass shelves and lined with Fleur-de-lys pattern silk, raised upon a wought iron mounted serpentine marble plate cabinet, finished in birdseye walnut, standing on large bun feet. 250cm high, 115cm wide, 56cm deep $2,000 – 3,000 111 A BALLERINA CABINET DESIGNED BY ANDRZEJ LOZA FOR STUDIO LOZA The arched top cabinet of serpentine form, with glazed and brass mesh doors, enclosing glass shelves and lined with Fleur-de-lys pattern silk, raised upon a wrought iron mounted serpentine marble plate cabinet, finished in birdseye walnut, standing on large bun feet. 250cm high, 115cm wide, 56cm deep $2,000 – 3,000
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112 A HOFFMAN COFFEE TABLE DESIGNED BY ANDRZEJ LOZA FOR STUDIO LOZA Of rectangular form, the macassar ebony top inset with a polished limestone plate, raised on a pedestal and macassar ebony plinth base. 40cm high, 120cm long, 80cm wide $1,000 – 2,000 113 AN ART DECO CLUB CHAIR CIRCA 1930 The back cushion seat and arms upholstered in maroon leather, with reeded legs and apron 98cm high, 71cm wide, 83cm deep $800 – 1,200 114 A CHROME AND AGATE PLATE COFFEE TABLE Of square form, the agate plate top inset within a chrome frame, above a lower tier inset with smoked glass 33cm high, 100cm wide, 100cm deep $500 – 700 115 A PAIR OF ‘X’ FRAME OAK STOOLS AFTER JEAN-MICHEL FRANK BY KIM MOIR BESPOKE FURNITURE Modelled after the 1938 ‘Rodo’ stools by Jean Michel Frank. The X-form frames in polished oak with strap linen seats 45cm high, 56cm wide, 48.5cm deep $800 – 1,200
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116 A MATCHED SET OF SIX BENTWOOD CHAIRS BY THONET AND W.H. ROCKE & CO All of matching design, three bearing the Thonet label to underside, the other three bearing the W.H. Rocke & Co. label to underside 97cm high $1,000 – 1,500 117 AN AUSTRIAN BENTWOOD CARVER BY JACOB & JOSEPH KOHN, CIRCA 1900 Of typical design, with a leather upholstered seat, the stamp to underside of seat bearing ‘J & J Kohn WSETIN AUSTRIA 100cm high $300 – 500
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118 A LARGE SHELL SOFA MID 20TH CENTURY Of kidney shape with a shell back, upholstered in olive velvet with a tasselled apron on castors 95cm high, 220cm wide,130cm deep $2,000 – 3,000 119 A LARGE SHELL SOFA MID 20TH CENTURY Of kidney shape with a shell back, upholstered in olive velvet with a tasselled apron on castors 95cm high, 220cm wide,130cm deep $2,000 – 3,000
120 A FRENCH ART NOUVEAU PEWTER CANDLESTICK SIGNED JULES DESBOIS, CIRCA 1900 Modelled in a naturalistic leaf design, featuring a nymph in a languid pose, the signature J Desbois inscribed to base together with stamped foundry mark Fondeur Siot Decauville Paris, and serial no. A958 10cm high, 17.5cm long, 13cm wide $600 – 800 121 A FRENCH ART NOUVEAU GILDED BRONZE AND CUT CRYSTAL PENDANT LIGHT EARLY 20TH CENTURY The egg formed cut crystal pendant set within a gilded brass scrolled frame with a central column emanating two lights 71cm high (excluding chain), 30cm diameter $700 – 800
122 A FRENCH ART NOUVEAU BRASS PENDANT LIGHT CIRCA 1930s The solid brass column featuring a pierced body above three emanating dragon head branches with frosted moulded glass shades 115cm high, 45cm diameter $1,000 – 1,500 123 A DRESDEN PORCELAIN MACAW 20TH CENTURY Modelled perched on a tree stump, clutching berries, factory mark and impressed serial number to interior 36cm high $800 – 1,200 124 A DRESDEN PORCELAIN PHEASANT FIGURE POSSIBLY CARL THIEME Modelled in a standing pose with raised tail feathers, standing upon an earth and foliage base 20.8cm high, 38cm long $600 – 800 125 A CONTINENTAL PORCELAIN HAND PAINTED PLAQUE SIGNED BY J. GIANI, 19TH CENTURY The rectangular panel hand painted, depicting a playful scene of a man and woman, in the Vienna school style. Signed lower right J. Giani, and housed in a carved gilt wood frame. The frame 34.5cm × 28. The panel 25 × 18cm $900 – 1,200
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126 A VIENNESE ORMOLU MANTEL CLOCK ATTRIBUTED TO ANTON RETTICH, FIRST QUARTER 19TH CENTURY With an anchor escapement, Viennese grande sonnerie on bells, repeater, and turn off for strike. The circular enamelled dial with Arabic letters, surmounted by a gilded bust, supported by gilded dolphins, above a stepped base with gilded relief panels applied to the front and sides, raised upon four gilded ball and claw feet. 36cm high, 17cm wide, 10cm deep PROVENANCE: Purchased from D & S Antiques, Vienna, January 2006 $2,000 – 4,000 127 A PAIR OF FRENCH BRONZE JARDINIERES 19TH CENTURY Of octagonal form, decorated with repousse and chased acanthus leaf rims, above festoons, flanked by swan form handles, raised on stepped circular bases 23cm high, 29cm wide, 21.5cm deep $2,000 – 3,000
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128 AN ITALIAN CARVED GILTWOOD CHERUB LATE 18TH CENTURY/EARLY 19TH CENTURY Modelled in flight with outstretched arms. Set with a chain for a ceiling mount 60cm total length PROVENANCE: An old private Melbourne collection $2,000 – 3,000 129 A FRENCH LOUIS XVI STYLE GILTWOOD MIRROR CIRCA 1880 The Neo-classical carved frame bears a crest formed of a quiver of arrows crossed with a flambeau, being the twin symbols of Louis XVI, flanked by twin flower motifs. 181 × 104cm PROVENANCE: Purchased from Giltwood Antiques in May 2001 $3,000 – 4,000 130 A FRENCH ROCOCO INSPIRED GILTWOOD MIRROR CIRCA 1880 The cushion fronted frame with egg, acanthus scroll and floriate moulding, acanthus scroll corners, surmounted by a large ‘C’ scroll emanating flowers and leaves 168 × 110cm $1,500 – 2,500 131 A PAIR OF CONTINENTAL OVERDOOR PAINTINGS ON CANVAS LATE 19TH CENTURY In the manner of Francois Boucher, each painted en grisaille with three putti disporting with flowers and emblems of love. 67 × 114cm (each)
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132 AFTER ANTONIO DE COREGGIO Madonna of the Basket oil on metal 34 × 26cm $700 – 1,000
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133 AFTER TITIAN Portrait of Mary Magdalene oil on canvas, in an impressive ornate gilt frame 84 × 67cm $3,000 – 5,000 134 A ROCOCO INSPIRED GILDED CONSOLE TABLE 19TH CENTURY The serpentine marble plate raised upon a single scrolled pedestal of naturalistic form, standing on three scrolled legs. 95cm high, 58cm wide, 41cm deep $600 – 800 136 A PAIR OF LOUIS XVI STYLE GILT UPHOLSTERED DINING CHAIRS CIRCA 19TH CENTURY Of typical design, each having an upholstered back and seat set within a gilded moulded frame 91cm high $500 – 700 137 A PAIR OF GILT WOOD PEDESTALS 20TH CENTURY Of columnar form, with moulded decoration, supported on scroll tripartite bases 150cm high approximately, 50cm wide, 50cm deep $1,200 – 2,000
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138 A FRENCH BOULLE DROP FRONT BUREAU* LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY Of typical design, the gallery edge top, above a dropdown bureau enclosing a fitted interior of three drawers and slide compartment, above an apron, supported on four serpentine legs with figurative ormolu mounts 93.5cm high, 79cm wide, 49cm deep OTHER NOTES: Please note that all lots marked with the symbol * are subject to CITES regulations when exporting these items outside of Australia. Information about these regulations may be found at www.environment.gov. au/biodiversity/trade-use/cites/index.html or may be requested from: The Director International Wildlife Trade Department of Sustainability, Environment, Water, Population and Communities GPO Box 787 CANBERRA ACT 2601 $1,800 – 2,500
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139 A FRENCH VERNIS MARTIN VITRINE 20TH CENTURY Of serpentine form, with ormolu mounting overall, painted cartouches depicting romantic landscapes and figures, the single door enclosing a silk lined interior with glazed shelves. 175cm high, 81cm wide, 43cm deep $1,000 – 2,000 140 A FRENCH KINGWOOD CENTRE BUREAU PLAT 19TH CENTURY Of rectangular form, the inset leather top bordered with kingwood and egg and dart ormolu edging, above a pair of frieze drawers to both sides mounted with ormolu escutcheons, standing on serpentine legs terminating on ormolu caps. 75cm high, 142cm wide, 91cm deep $4,000 – 6,000
141 A FRENCH ENVELOPE FOLDING GAMES TABLE LATE 19TH CENTURY The outward folding leaves opening to a felted games table, with marquetry decoration overall, standing on four turned legs united with a cross stretcher 70cm high, 56cm wide, 56cm deep $800 – 1,200 142 A SMALL SET OF FOLDING FRUITWOOD LIBRARY STEPS CIRCA 1820 Of typical form, incorporating four steps. 77cm high, 37.5cm wide, 73cm deep PROVENANCE: Purchased from John Wilson Antiques, Melbourne. $500 – 700
143 A NAPOLEON III EBONISED AND MARQUETRY BED CIRCA 1880 The ebonised headboard, footboard and sides decorated with marquetry floral sprays, cornucopias, festoons, and scrolling leaves 138cm high, 163cm wide, 212cm deep $1,500 – 2,500
145 A PAIR OF LOUIS XIV STYLE ARMCHAIRS 19TH CENTURY Covered in red studded upholstery, the arms terminating in acanthus scrolls, and standing on spiral carved legs and stretchers 119cm high, 63cm wide, 60cm deep $2,000 – 3,000
147 A BIEDERMEIER WALNUT CHEST OF DRAWERS CIRCA 1820 Of rectangular form with a chamfered front and book matched veneer, incorporating six drawers, standing on square tapered feet 147cm high, 85cm wide, 47cm deep $1,200 – 2,000
144 A CONTINENTAL OAK AND METAL BOUND TRUNK 19TH CENTURY The domed lid opening to a bare interior, the whole applied with decorative metal strapping and elaborate metalwork escutcheon, heavy iron pull handles to the sides, raised on wooden wheels enclosed by a shaped apron 81cm high, 121cm long, 63cm wide $1,000 – 1,500
146 A FRENCH PROVINCIAL STYLE OAK DINING TABLE 20TH CENTURY The plank top with chamfered corners, above a single drawer to one end, standing on square tapered legs. 77cm high, 245cm long, 95cm wide $2,000 – 3,000
148 A BIEDERMEIER WALNUT SEWING TABLE CIRCA 1820 Of rectangular form, the top with rounded corners featuring a single drawer, raised upon columnar pedestals, united with a stretcher 76cm high, 62cm wide, 46cm deep $600 – 800
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149 A BIEDERMEIER WANUT ARCHITECTURAL SECRETAIRE ABATTANT CIRCA 1820 The arched pediment top incorporating a drop-down compartment, above a stepped cornice and frieze drawer. The fall front enclosing an arrangement of drawers, pigeonholes, and an architectural reserve with a marquetry floor, with ebonised features, above three large lower drawers, standing on square cut feet 178cm high, 82cm wide, 44cm deep $2,500 – 3,500 150 AN ITALIAN CRYSTAL BASKET CHANDELIER 20TH CENTURY Of basket form, the shaft supporting six lights, heavily adorned with crystal lustres 77cm high, 40cm deep $1,000 – 2,000 151 AN ITALIAN FIVE BRANCH CHANDELIER MID 20TH CENTURY The chrome shaft supporting a basket, with three graduated tiers of lustres, emanating five chrome ‘S’ form branches, adorned with crystal lustres 95cm high (to canopy), 90cm diameter PROVENANCE: Purchased from Pharaohs antiques, Melbourne $800 – 1,200 152 A MURANO TWELVE BRANCH CHANDELIER 20TH CENTURY Comprising twelve emanating scroll branches adorned with smoked crystal lustres 90cm high (to canopy), 64cm diameter PROVENANCE: Purchased from Jean Pierre Heurteau Design $1,200 – 2,000 153 A ‘POISSONS’ OPALESCENT BOWL BY RENE LALIQUE, CIRCA 1940s Moulded with a repeating fish motif, stamped R. Lalique/France to base 9cm high, 24cm diameter $600 – 800
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154 A ‘POISSONS’ OPALESCENT PLATTER BY RENE LALIQUE, CIRCA 1940s Moulded with a repeating fish motif, stamped R. Lalique/France to base 32cm diameter $600 – 800
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155 A SET OF GERMAN SILVER PLATES HANAU, CIRCA 1910 Comprising six small plates and a larger platter, all with embossed and chased decoration, the platter bearing the mark of Friedrich Reusswig 2096gms total weight Platter 25.2cm diameter, plates 20cm diameter $500 – 700 156 A MATCHED SET OF TWO GRADUATED ITALIAN SILVER PITCHERS RINO GREGGIO, PADUA, SECOND HALF 20TH CENTURY Of baluster form, on circular feet, the larger having a lightly beaten finish, applied with scroll handles, and egg and dart bands to the shoulders and feet. Hallmarked to base. 567gms silver 24cm and 18cm high $600 – 800 157 A THREE PIECE DANISH SILVER TEA SET BY CARL M. COHR, FREDERICIA, CIRCA 1935 Comprising a tea pot, creamer and sugar bowl, all of baluster form, each raised on a moulded foot, with assayer’s mark Johannes Siggaard to base. 864gms silver Teapot 25cm high $1,500 – 2,500
158 A MURANO OPALSCENT GLASS CHANDELIER 20TH CENTURY The ball and baluster shaft supporting a bowl, emanating six ‘S’ form branches with alternating leaves, below alternating flowers and leaves, with pink accents 86cm high (from canopy), 85cm diameter $2,500 – 3,500 159 A MURANO GLASS CHANDELIER 20TH CENTURY The ball and baluster shaft supporting a bowl, emanating five ‘S’ form branches, with alternating flowers, with ruby glass accents and gold inclusions 65cm high (from canopy), 80cm diameter $2,000 – 3,000 160 A MURANO OPALSCENT GLASS CHANDELIER 20TH CENTURY The ball and baluster shaft supporting a bowl, emanating six ‘S’ form branches, below alternating flowers and leaves, with pink accents 73cm high (from the canopy), 65cm diameter $2,500 – 3,500
161 A MURANO GLASS CHANDELIER 20TH CENTURY The ball and baluster shaft, supporting a bowl emanating eight twist ‘S’ form branches, with alternating leaves, below alternating flowers and leaves, applied with amber glass accents 90cm high (from canopy), 84cm diameter $2,500 – 3,500 162 A MURANO OPALSCENT GLASS CHANDELIER 20TH CENTURY The ball and baluster shaft supporting a bowl, emanating six ‘S’ form branches with alternating leaves, below alternating flowers and leaves, with pink accents 84cm high (from the canopy), 85cm deep $2,500 – 3,500 163 A VENETIAN GLASS CHANDELIER 20TH CENTURY The ball and baluster shaft, supporting a bowl emanating six twist branches, with alternating scrolls, adorned with grape bunch plaquettes, featuring gold inclusion bowl and bobeches 103cm high (from top scrolls), 95cm deep $2,500 – 3,500
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ENGLISH ANTIQUES LOTS 164–205
It is said that a Pilkington who fought under King Harold at the battle of Hastings in 1066AD, afterwards escaped under the disguise of a thresher, hence the crest’s thresher emblem. The Pilkington lineage is the family of Lancashire – the Rivington division. The most notable of the Pilkingtons of Rivington was James Pilkington who became the first Protestant Bishop of Durham from 1561 until his death in 1576. Lots 164–167 all feature the Pilkington crest, and have been in one collection for generations.
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164 A QUEEN ANNE BRITANNIA SILVER COFFEE POT BY NATHANIEL LOCK, LONDON, CIRCA 1705 Of typical tapering form, profusely embossed and chased with flowers, scrolls, and leaves, and a mask to the base of the spout. Bearing the London lion head city mark and maker’s mark to the lid, date mark to the upper body, two unidentified hallmarks to the spout, possibly import marks, engraved with the Pilkington Family crest. 637gms Britannia silver (including handle) 23cm high $2,000 – 4,000
165 A WILLIAM IV STERLING SILVER COFFEE POT BY JOHN EDWARD TERREY & CO, LONDON, CIRCA 1830 Of tapered form with ribbing, the whole profusely embossed and chased with acanthus leaves and flowers, raised upon four claw feet, engraved with the Pilkington Family crest. 832gms sterling silver 23.5cm high $1,000 – 2,000
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167 A PAIR OF GEORGE III STERLING SILVER SAUCE BOATS LONDON, CIRCA 1765 Of typical form, with gadrooned edges, scroll acanthus handles, embossed flowers and scrolls, raised upon three shell feet, hallmarks partially rubbed, engraved with the Pilkington Family crest. 644gms sterling silver Each 12cm high, 18cm long, 9cm wide $1,500 – 2,500
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168 A VICTORIAN STERLING SILVER HUNTING THEMED TANKARD BY JOSEPH ROGERS, SHEFFIELD, CIRCA 1852 Of cylindrical form, the subtly domed hinged lid with leaf formed thumb piece, incorporating a tusk handle, and to the lower body an embossed band depicting a hunting scene. Stamped 1 pint to base. 406gms sterling silver (including tusk) 15.5cm high, 16.5cm wide (spout to handle) $400 – 700
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169 A GEORGE III STERLING SILVER TEA CADDY BY JOHN EMES, LONDON, CIRCA 1799 Of ovoid form, with a domed hinged cover opening to a divided interior, the engraved frieze of floral design, above an engraved wreath and lower band of leaves and twigs. 428gms sterling silver 17cm high, 14cm wide, 9.5cm deep $800 – 1,200
171 A GEORGE III STERLING SILVER FOOTED MONTEITH PROBABLY BY DAVID WHYTE, LONDON, CIRCA 1760–1770 The shaped border applied with a cast and chased scroll border with shells at intervals above chased scrollwork, on a stepped circular foot 622 gms sterling silver 15cm high, 18cm diameter $1,000 – 2,000
173 A VICTORIAN STERLING SILVER CELLINI PATTERN EWER BY CRESWICK & CO. , SHEFFIELD, CIRCA 1865 Of typical form, decorated with chased and embossed masks, animals, strap-work and flutes, incorporating a hinged cover 1058gms sterling silver 30cm high $1,500 – 2,500
170 A GEORGE II STERLING SILVER CASTOR ATTRIBUTED TO PAUL DE LAMERIE, LONDON, CIRCA 1738 With a foliate pierced and cast cover, above a tapering body cast to the centre with mask heads and strap work, on a spreading foot, (solder repairs), 388gms sterling silver 18 cm high
172 A VICTORIAN STERLING SILVER FOUR PIECE TEA AND COFFEE SERVICE BY JOSEPH ANGELL JR, LONDON, CIRCA 1849 In the Gothic revival manner, comprising a coffee pot, teapot, creamer and sugar bowl, the creamer and sugar bowl with gilt washed interiors, all with embossed and chased decoration and standing on scroll feet 2372gms sterling silver Coffee pot 31cm high, teapot 22.5cm high $2,000 – 3,000
174 A GEORGE III STERLING SILVER HOT WATER JUG BY HENRY GREENWAY, LONDON, CIRCA 1775 Of classical urn form, decorated with applied garland with central patera, flanked by a ‘S’ form handle with cane covering. Bearing the Brodie coat of arms to the neck. With original label from Fyfe’s Antiques, Edinburgh. 952gms sterling silver (including handle) 34.5cm high, 15.5cm wide (including handle)
OTHER NOTES: For an example of identical design, see Sotheby’s Important Silver and Vertu, Olympia, London, 27 November 2001, lot 93 $2,000 – 3,000
OTHER NOTES: For a similar example see Sotheby’s Australia, The Connoisseur’s Collection, October 30 2007, lot 420 $3,000 – 5,000
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178 A STERLING SILVER FLATWARE SUITE BY CARRINGTON & CO., LONDON, CIRCA 1964 Comprising twelve dinner knives, twelve dinner forks, twelve entree forks, twelve entree knives, twelve fish knives, twelve fish forks, twelve soup spoons, twelve dessert spoons, twelve tea spoons, two sauce ladles, and four serving spoons. 6800gms total weight Serving spoons 20cm long $2,000 – 4,000 180 AN ANTIQUE MAHOGANY MICROSCOPE CABINET EARLY 20TH CENTURY The fitted compartment containing a Creichert Wien microscope, adjoining a glazed single door cabinet containing microscope lenses, above two drawers containing various laboratory accessories 48cm high, 58cm wide,18.5cm deep $500 – 700 181 A MAHOGANY SIDEBOARD IN THE GEORGIAN MANNER MID 19TH CENTURY The top incorporating recessed slide drawers, above a central bow front drawer, with ebonised stringing, flanked by reeded cabinets with drawers and cellarette, standing on fluted legs 112cm high, 208cm long, 67cm deep $1,000 – 2,000
182 A GEORGE II MAHOGANY LONGCASE CLOCK BY JAMES NICOL CANONGATE The 12” dial with moon phase and makers inscription to the arch, with Roman and Arabic numerals, subsidiary seconds dial and date aperture, twin train movement striking a bell, enclosed by a pagoda shaped hood and pierced fretwork detail, above an arched trunk door on box base, apron and bracket feet 235cm high $1,500 – 2,000
183 A WELSH OAK DRESSER 18TH CENTURY The moulded cornice above a plate rack comprising three shelves, raised on a base of five frieze drawers upon baluster supports, above a pot cupboard. 210cm high, 180cm wide, 43cm deep $2,000 – 4,000
184 TWO ENGLISH FLOWER DUMPS EARLY 19TH CENTURY Of ovoid form, one with four flowers and air bubble inclusions, the other with a large flower and air bubble above smaller flowers and a pot Tallest 15cm high $650 – 850
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185 TWO RARE ENGLISH DUMPS WITH SULPHIDE INCLUSIONS EARLY 19TH CENTURY Both of ovoid form, one featuring a figure seated on an elephant, the other of Queen Alexandra Tallest 11cm high $750 – 950 186 TWO RARE ENGLISH FLOWER DUMPS EARLY 19TH CENTURY One of globular form with flour blue pigment petals around a central air bubble set within a large pot, the other with alternating foil and blue pigmented petals around a central air bubble, above six smaller flowers and a pot Tallest 10cm high $800 – 1,200
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187 TWO ENGLISH BUBBLE DUMPS EARLY 19TH CENTURY Of ovoid form, each with air bubble inclusions Tallest 14cm high $350 – 550 188 AN ENGLISH BRACKET CLOCK 18TH CENTURY The double fusee, verge escapement, silent strike, lever on dial, housed in an ebonised case with a brass bow finial, above an inverted bell top and moulded cornice. The arched brass dial with chapter ring and subsidiary calendar, Roman and Arabic numerals, decorated with gilded ‘C’ scrolls, standing on bracket feet. 53cm high, 31cm wide PROVENANCE: An old private Melbourne collection $1,500 – 2,500
189 A LUXURIOUS GEORGIAN STYLE UPHOLSTERED WINGBACK ARMCHAIR EARLY 20TH CENTURY Of typical design, the plush upholstery pattern reminiscent of a blue ringed octopus, with a down filled seat cushion, standing on ball and claw front feet 120cm high, 79cm wide, 71cm deep $1,500 – 2,500
191 A GEORGIAN MAHOGANY EXTENSION DINING TABLE EARLY 19TH CENTURY The rectangular top with rounded corners, incorporating two spare leaves, standing on ring turned legs. The table ends also as optional consoles. 77cm high, 209cm long (fully extended), 107.5cm wide $2,000 – 3,000
190 A GOTHIC OAK CONSOLE TABLE EARLY 19TH CENTURY Of rectangular form, the top with chamfered front corners and moulded edges above a gothic frieze of quatrefoils, raised on carved tracery supports, united with a stretcher. 77cm high, 142cm wide, 60cm deep $1,000 – 1,500
192 A REGENCY MAHOGANY BREAKFRONT SIDEBOARD CIRCA 1815 The shaped and crossbanded breakfront top above a single frieze drawer and an arched apron, with flanking bow front cellarette drawer and cupboard door, raised on turned and fluted legs, applied with brass lion mask handles. 94cm high, 143.5cm wide, 64cm deep PROVENANCE: Purchased from Leonard Joel, November 16, 2004 $1,500 – 2,500
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193 A SET OF FOUR ANGLO-INDIAN DINING CHAIRS MID 19TH CENTURY The carved scroll crest rail and foliate splat, above velvet seats, standing on turned legs on castors. 90cm high $600 – 800 194 A VICTORIAN CARVED CONSOLE TABLE LATE 19TH CENTURY The breakfront top with moulded edging, above a frieze, raised upon fluted front legs with lion head masks. 81cm high, 182cm long, 61cm deep $2,000 – 3,000
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195 A VICTORIAN ROSEWOOD BREAKFAST TABLE MID 19TH CENTURY The circular flip top with a moulded edge, raised upon a pedestal with a carved tri-legged base on castors 71cm high, 129cm diameter $1,200 – 2,000
196 A LECTERN, OF AUSTRALIAN INTEREST Of typical design, standing on two turned baluster supports 103cm high, 67cm wide, 77cm deep $1,200 – 2,000 197 A LARGE VICTORIAN MAHOGANY OPEN BOOKCASE 19TH CENTURY The moulded cornice, above a three sectional open bookcase, and a lower cabinet with a central open bookcase flanked by doors enclosing shelves, raised on a moulded plinth base. 240cm high, 304cm wide, 43cm deep $1,500 – 2,000 198 A REGENCY MAHOGANY CARVER CIRCA 1815 The gadrooned crest rail terminating with scroll acanthus leaves, above a carved foliate back rail, scroll arms, and a tapestry seat, standing on out swept legs 86cm high $400 – 600
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This handwritten letter autographed by the Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson, 1st Viscount Nelson, 1st Duke of Bronté, also known simply as Admiral Nelson (1758-1805). He is regarded as the greatest ever British naval hero for his services to Britain during the Napoleonic Wars. The letter was allegedly discovered in an old trunk acquired at a Burnhams property in the English county of Norfolk. It bears the Britannia watermark and is autographed ‘Nelson & Bronte’ in reference to Admiral Nelson’s status as the first Duke of Bronte. It is written with the Admiral’s distinctive left hand (having lost his right arm in battle in July 1797). It also conveys his strong character and charm that has distinguished so many of his letters.
199 ADMIRAL HORATIO NELSON, AN AUTOGRAPHED LETTER DATED 1803 Headed ‘Merton March 7th 1803’, the recipient Matthew Nelson Esq, bearing the Brittania watermark, signed ‘Nelson & Bronte’. The letter continuing over to verso of the paper. Accompanied with notes on provenance together with correspondence from Sotheby’s. 23cm × 19cm $2,000 – 4,000 199
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201 A LARGE PAIR OF ROYAL DOULTON VASES DESIGNED BY BESSIE NEWBERY, CIRCA 1910 Of compressed baluster form, each painted with a repeating floral design, the initials ‘BN’ inscribed to base. 35cm high, 32cm diameter $800 – 1,200 202 A MOORCROFT POMEGRANATE VASE CIRCA 1920 Of baluster form, the body painted with pomegranates, leaves and berries against a deep olive ground. 31cm high $1,200 – 1,800
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203 A SET OF SIX WILLIAM IV STYLE CHAIRS 19TH CENTURY Comprising two carvers and four dining chairs, each with a gadrooned crest rail terminating with scroll acanthus leaves, above a carved foliate back rail, and a drop in seat covered in blue striped upholstery, standing on out swept legs. 92cm high $600 – 800
204 A VICTORIAN LEATHER INSET DESK 19TH CENTURY The rectangular top inset with a green leather writing surface, and inset with three drawers, all raised on four tapering legs. 77cm high, 152cm wide, 84cm deep $1,200 – 2,000 205 A PAIR OF MATCHING MAHOGANY BOOKCASE CABINETS 19TH CENTURY Each of compact proportions, the upper body with two glazed doors, above a lower body with two panelled doors. 196cm high, 90cm wide, 47cm deep $3,000 – 4,000
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206 A GREEK / HELLENISTIC GILT BRONZE PLAQUE EASTERN PROVINCES, CIRCA 300 B.C. The front surface with an image of Hercules fighting the Nemean lion, mounted onto a wooden panel and incorporated base. The plaque 14cm × 5.3 cm OTHER NOTES: After this famous mythological battle images of Hercules always depicted him wearing the lion skin $1,600 – 2,000 207 A FINE EGYPTIAN PALE AZURE GLAZED FAIENCE USHABTI LATE PERIOD, CIRCA 660 TO 330 B.C. Of classic form, the front lower surface with horizontal bands of hieroglyphs. 13.5cm high, 16cm total height $1,000 – 1,500
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208 AN EGYPTIAN LIMESTONE USHABTI FIGURE LATE NEW KINGDOM, CIRCA 12TH CENTURY B.C. Lower torso absent, mounted on a rectangular wooden base 11.5cm high, 23cm total height PROVENANCE: Ex Arte Primitivo, New York, December 22, 2000, lot 434. $900 – 1,200 209 AN EGYPTIAN COPTIC WOODEN HAIR COMB CIRCA 5TH TO 6TH CENTURY A.D. Mounted on a custom perspex stand 25cm high, 9cm wide, 31cm total height
210 AN EGYPTIAN LIMESTONE CANOPIC VOTIVE JAR LATE PERIOD, CIRCA 600 TO 300 B.C. The lid in the form of Hapy / Hapi the protector of the lungs. 31.5cm high $3,000 – 4,000 211 A SASSANIAN LAPIS BEZEL SET IN A MODERN 18 CARAT MOUNT THE BEZEL CIRCA 4TH TO 6TH CENTURY A.D., PERSIA The antique bezel engraved with a zebu bull, set within a 20th century mount. Total weight: 1.92 grams U.S. ring size: 8 1/2 $700 – 900
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212 A FINE ROMAN GOLD WITH GLASS BEZEL RING LEVANT, CIRCA 2ND TO 4TH CENTURY A.D. Weight: 3.9 grams U.S. ring size: 1 $1,000 – 1,500 213 A FINELY MOULDED TERRACOTTA TANAGRA FIGURE CIRCA 3RD CENTURY B.C The face rendered with naturalistic details, her long flowing drapery showing traces of stucco and blue pigment decoration. Together with certificate of authenticity from B.C Galleries. 28cm high $1,600 – 2,000 214 AN EGYPTIAN GLASS BEAD SET IN A MODERN GOLD PENDANT THE BEAD MAMLUK PERIOD (1250–1517) The shaped pendant set with a single antique bead to the centre The pendant 5.5cm high, 5cm wide. The bead 1cm wide $1,600 – 2,000 215 A PERSIAN GLASS PENDANT SELJUK PERIOD, 10TH CENTURY BC The shaped pendant with central circular motifs and a single intergral loop handle. 5.5cm high, 4.5cm wide, 1.5cm deep $500 – 600 216 A GNATHIAN WARE EPIPHYSIS CIRCA 4TH CENTURY BC Of baluster form with an elongated spout and arched handle with lions head masks applied to sides. Boldely decorated to body. 20cm high $800 – 1,200
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217 A LARGE EGYPTIAN WOODEN SARCOPHAGUS PANEL FRAGMENT LATE PERIOD, 525–332 B.C The upper portion of the fragment shows the outstretched wings of the goddess Mut; the lower portion shows the image of an unidentified goddess; the hieroglyphic text reads ‘Mut-Isis_Osiris... Lord of the Westerners...’ Nicely set within a box frame. Together with certificate of authenticity from B.C Galleries. The panel 82.5cm × 30cm. The frame 105.5cm × 52.5cm PROVENANCE: Purchased from BC Galleries, February 2001 $2,500 – 3,500 218 A KEICHOUSAURUS FOSSIL LATE TRIASSIC PERIOD, XING YI, GUIZHOU PROVINCE The sedimentary rock exhibiting a well preserved fossil. 30cm high, 18cm wide, 1cm deep at thickest point $1,500 – 2,000 217
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219 A LARGE JAPANESE STUDIO CELADON VASE BY SUWA SOZAN II (1890–1977), CIRCA 1930S The large baluster vase decorated in low relief and inlaid slips with phoenixes in flight and peonies. Impressed two character mark to the base, together with the original hardwood stand 43.5cm high, 30cm diameter $1,000 – 1,500
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220 A PAIR OF JAPANESE GILT WOOD TEMPLE LOTUS FLOWER VASES EDO PERIOD (1603–1912), 19TH CENTURY The finely carved and gilded lotus flowers and leaves with raised gesso details, fitted into gilt-wood vases. Each 77cm high, 45cm wide $500 – 700
221 A CHINESE HARDWOOD KANG TABLE QING DYNASTY (1644–1912), 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY With finely carved beading and lines, covered in the original deep brown lacquer finish. 29cm high, 82cm wide, 45cm deep $500 – 700
222 A JAPANESE KEYAKI TOKONOMA STAND MEIJI PERIOD (1868–1912), 19TH CENTURY For use in a traditional Japanese tokonoma alcove in a tea room or other setting, fashioned from large keyaki (Japanese elm) boards with natural branch pillars at either end. 51cm high, 158cm wide, 32cm deep $500 – 700 223 A JAPANESE NATURAL WOOD AND LACQUER CAKE DISH EDO PERIOD, 19TH CENTURY The naturalistic wood bowl with pewter and gold lacquer Rimpa style cranes in flight. 9.5cm high, 35cm diameter (irregular) $400 – 600
224 A JAPANESE KANO SCHOOL TWO-FOLD SCREEN EDO PERIOD (1603–1868), 18TH/19TH CENTURY In round format, with gilded backing paper depicting a group of scholars in a landscape with gold clouds. 175 × 95cm (each panel) $2,500 – 3,500 225 A KOREAN IRON-BOUND COIN CHEST ‘TON KWE’ JOSEON DYNASTY (1392–1897), 19TH CENTURY With iron fittings including handles to either side and a locking escutcheon to the front. 37cm high, 81cm wide, 39cm deep $500 – 700
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226 A PAIR OF JAPANESE GILTWOOD CANDLESTICKS EARLY 20TH CENTURY Of fluted form, with pricket holders, and columnar stems 50cm high $400 – 600 227 A JAPANESE BAMBOO BASKET FOR IKEBANA MEIJI / TAISHO PERIOD Of round form and coloured in deep red stained bamboo, an ikebana basket for flower arranging. Contrasting twisted wisteria vines make up the handle. 40cm high $400 – 600
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228 A PAIR OF CHINESE CERAMIC OFFERING FRUIT POMELOS QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY Of typical form, with yellow glaze, with an impressed seal mark to base. Largest 18cm tall $500 – 700 229 A PAIR OF JAPANESE KORANSHA PORCELAIN FLOOR VASES MEIJI PERIOD (1868–1912), 19TH CENTURY Decorated with the seven scholars in the bamboo grove, in underglaze and overglazed enamels and gilding, against an iron red ground, with later wooden lids, Koransha mark to base. 71.5 cm high $1,000 – 2,000
230 A JAPANESE MOTHER OF PEARL INLAID LACQUER STAND/TABLE EDO PERIOD, 19TH CENTURY With four cabriole legs at either side, decorated with scrolling chrysanthemums in inlaid mother of pearl on a brown lacquer ground, embellished with incised gilt-metal mounts. 28cm high, 58cm wide, 33cm deep $400 – 600
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The Brans Collection: An Eye For The Exceptional — AUCTION SUNDAY 21 NOVEMBER 2021, SYDNEY
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ASIAN WORKS OF ART AUCTION MONDAY 18 OCTOBER, MELBOURNE
A Chinese Imperial White Jade Dish Incised Qianlong Four-Character Mark and of the Period (1735–1796) 1.75cm high, 7.2cm diameter $10,000 – 15,000
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Lot 20 (detail) AN ENGLISH BLACK LACQUERED CHINOISERIE CABINET ON STAND 18TH CENTURY AND LATER $7,000 – 9,000
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