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Lot: 1 - LARGE FINE MEISSEN PORCELAIN ALLEGORY OF NIGHT.
LARGE FINE MEISSEN PORCELAIN ALLEGORY OF NIGHT. Comprising a large and impressive, finely modeled and decorated Meissen porcelain group of an Allegory of Night, as modeled by Johannes Schilling (1828-1910) from the "Four Times of Day" series. Underside with blue underglaze crossed swords mark. Height 19.25 inches (49cm).
Lot: 2 - LARGE MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUPING.
LARGE MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUPING. Comprising a large and impressive, finely decorated Meissen porcelain grouping depicting Venus Clipping Cupid's Wings, after the model by Christian Gottfried Jüchtzer (1752-1812). Underside with blue underglaze cross swords mark, and incised model number I-82 and impressed number 144. Height 12.5 inches (32cm). One small old loss and repair.
Lot: 3 - LARGE MEISSEN BACCHANAL GROUP, 19TH C.
LARGE MEISSEN BACCHANAL GROUP, 19TH C. Comprising a large, finely modeled and decorated group depicting Bacchus atop a wine keg with various attendants, as designed by Ernst August Leuteritz. Underside with blue underglaze cross swords, incised model number C 35. Minor losses and old repair. Height 12.6 inches (32cm). Reference, see: Bergmann, Meissener figurines A 1-Z 99, cat. 339, p. 176.
Lot: 4 - MEISSEN FIGURE OF APOLLO & DAPHNE.
MEISSEN FIGURE OF APOLLO & DAPHNE. Comprising a finely modeled and finely painted Meissen figural grouping of Apollo and Daphne. Underside with blue underglaze cross swords mark, incised model number J9, and impressed numbers 35 and 28. Height 14 inches (35.5cm). Two missing fingertips.
Lot: 5 - MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURAL GROUPING, 19th C.
MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURAL GROUPING, 19th C. Comprising a Meissen hand-decorated porcelain figural grouping depicting Diana & Endymion as modeled by Christian Gottfried Jüchtzer (1752-1812). Underside with blue underglaze cross swords, incised model number I-8, and impressed 101. Minor losses and repairs. Height 11.1 inches (28.4cm).
Lot: 6 - PAIR OF GOOD KPM CHINOISERIE PORCELAIN FIGURES.
PAIR OF GOOD KPM CHINOISERIE PORCELAIN FIGURES. Comprising a large and finely decorated pair of KPM hand-painted porcelain Chinoiserie figures depicting a man playing cymbals and a woman holding a parrot. Underside of each with blue underglaze KPM scepter mark. Height 15.75 inches (40.4cm).
Lot: 7 - VERY FINE MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUP.
VERY FINE MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising a finely modeled and finely decorated Meissen porcelain group depicting a child with dog (The Placidness of Childhood), modeled by Michel Victor Acier (1736-1799). Underside with blue cross swords mark, incised model number E 77, and incised painter's number 6. Height 7.35 inches (18.5cm). Length 8.5 inches (21.5cm).
Lot: 8 - VERY FINE MEISSEN PORCELAIN CENTERPIECE.
VERY FINE MEISSEN PORCELAIN CENTERPIECE. Comprising a reticulated centerpiece bowl resting on four lion paw feet, beneath laurel swags, the oval pierced lattice body with hand painted floral cartouches and finely modeled and painted ram's head handles, the interior with painted floral bouquets, and the rim banded in ribbon tied laurel wreath. After the design by Johann Carl Schönheit (1730-1805). The underside with blue underglaze crossed swords. A very fine example. Height 7.25 inches (18.4cm), length 15.25 inches (38.7cm).
Lot: 9 - LARGE VOLKSTEDT PORCELAIN GROUP.
LARGE VOLKSTEDT PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising a large and impressive finely modeled and decorated Volkstedt porcelain group of Apollo served by attendants. Resting on an integral domed oval base with blue underglaze mark for the Aelteste Volkstedt porcelain factory. Height 13.25 inches (33.7cm), length 21 inches (53.3cm).
Lot: 10 - PR OF GOOD MEISSEN FIGURINES.
PR OF GOOD MEISSEN FIGURINES. Comprising a Spaniard with Lute, blue underglaze crossed swords, incised model number 67076, as designed by Paul Scheurich (1883-1945). Together with Sitting Faun, blue crossed swords mark, model number 108, as designed by Martin Wiegand (1867-1961). Greatest height 7.75 inches (19.7cm).
Lot: 11 - A FINE MEISSEN SNAKE HANDLE VASE, 19th C.
A FINE MEISSEN SNAKE HANDLE VASE, 19th C. Comprising a large and impressive hand painted and gilt decorated vase, the base with gilt leaf tip banding, beneath a fluted socle pedestal base supporting an urn form vase, painted with wildflowers, the shoulders banded in gilt raised chain link, and set with double snake handles with detailed snakeskin texture, after the design by Ernst August Leuteritz (1818-1893). Underside of base with blue crossed swords mark, incised model number E 116, and impressed number 80. A very fine example of this classic Meissen design. Height 15.25 inches (38.7cm).
Lot: 12 - LARGE MEISSEN FIGURAL GROUPING, 19TH C.
LARGE MEISSEN FIGURAL GROUPING, 19TH C. Comprising a large Meissen porcelain figural grouping of The Capture of the Tritons, modeled by Johann Joachim Kändler (1706-1775). Exquisitely hand-painted in luminous polychrome tones. Underside with blue underglaze cross swords mark, incised model number 639, and impressed number 79. Height 12.5 inches (32cm).
Lot: 13 - A MEISSEN FIGURE OF AN EMPEROR.
A MEISSEN FIGURE OF AN EMPEROR. Possibly Louis V modeled as a Roman emperor seated on a richly scrolled chair surmounted by a crown, wearing lavish robes of purple decorated with gilt and black scrolls, with richly gilt armor to his shoulder, styled as a lion's head mask suspending feathers, with a fleur-de-lys clasp to a gilt belt, a blue skirt, and gilt sandals, holding a laurel wreath, on a semi-circular base molded with gilt drapery. Underside with blue underglaze cross swords mark, and incised model number 792 and impressed number 132. Height 7.5 inches (19cm). Comparison: See Christies London auction of June 24, 2004, as lot number 792
Lot: 14 - MONUMENTAL SEVRES NAPOLEONIC VASE SIGNED E. VERNET.
MONUMENTAL SEVRES NAPOLEONIC VASE SIGNED E. VERNET. Comprising a large and impressive ormolu-mounted, hand-painted cobalt and gilt-decorated Sevres or Sevres style porcelain Napoleonic lidded vase. Of baluster form with finely and entirely painted scene of the Battle of Rivoli after the original 1845 painting by the noted French artist Henri Felix Emmanuel Philippoteaux (1815-1884), and currently held at the Galerie des Batailles, in the Palace of Versailles. Signed E. Vernet for noted porcelain painter Emile Vernet-Lecomte (1821-1900), a renowned 19th century French Academic painter whose classical and orientalist scenes were adapted onto decorative fine porcelain such as the offered lot. Resting on a gilt bronze square base with notched corners, the socle base with gilt-decorated laurel wreath on a cobalt ground, the shoulders of vase set with ornate gilt-bronze handles suspended with rings, and the neck with gilt French Imperial Eagle on cobalt ground, and the domed lid with gilt crowned N within a laurel wreath and with gilt bronze pinecone finial. Stunning! The interior of lid or cover with painted Imperial Sevres mark. Height 39.5 inches (100cm).
Lot: 15 - PR MONUMENTAL PORCELAIN URNS, 19TH C.
PR MONUMENTAL PORCELAIN URNS, 19TH C. Comprising a pair of large and impressive hand-painted porcelain urns, probably Sèvres, circa 1890. Both resting on square bases with notched corners, encircled by gilt bronze laurel wreaths, beneath gilt-decorated socle pedestals on which rest two baluster-form urns, each finely and fully hand-painted with aquatic mythological scenes, probably Venus and Amphitrite, and each with gilt-decorated covers with acorn finials. Height of each 28 inches (71.1cm).
Lot: 16 - IMPRESSIVE ARTIST SIGNED URN.
IMPRESSIVE ARTIST SIGNED URN. Comprising a large and impressive Sevres or Sevres-style cobalt, gilt, and ormolu-mounted urn with ornate gilt bronze shoulder-mounted handles, the front with finely painted scene of a young beauty with Cupid and doves, artist signed G. Poitevin, and the verso with similar shaped reserve with finely painted capriccio. Overall with extensive raised gilt decoration as shown. Stunning! Height 28.25 inches (71.8cm).
Lot: 17 - PR GILT BRONZE MOUNTED URNS.
PR GILT BRONZE MOUNTED URNS. Comprising a pair of matching urns resting on finely sculpted gilt bronze socle bases. The porcelain urns with gilt banded reserves, painted with putti on one side, and the other side with finely painted garden scenes with figures. Shoulders mounted with exceptionally well chased and sculpted gilt bronze twisted goose head handles, and flared acanthus banded gilt rims. Height 16.5 inches (42cm). One example repaired.
Lot: 18 - LARGE MEISSEN FIGURAL GROUP, SCIENTIA.
LARGE MEISSEN FIGURAL GROUP, SCIENTIA. Comprising a large and impressive white porcelain figural grouping of Scientia (Knowledge), finely sculpted after the model by Emmerich Andreesen (1843-1902), with faint incised model number and base of verso with blue crossed swords. Reattached right arm to female figure. Height 18.75 inches (47.6cm).
Lot: 19 - PR MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURES.
PR MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURES. Comprising a complementary pair of Meissen porcelain figures depicting a stocking mender and a cobbler, each sitting in a barrel chair draped with a blanket. The underside of each with blue crossed swords mark and incised model number 114. Greatest height 7 inches (17.8cm).
Lot: 20 - IMPRESSIVE MEISSEN FIGURAL GROUP.
IMPRESSIVE MEISSEN FIGURAL GROUP. Comprising a large and impressive finely modeled and decorated group of figures making merry atop a rocky outcrop surmounted with an urn. Underside with blue crossed swords and incised model number D.96. Height 12.75 inches (32.4cm).
Lot: 21 - MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUP SILENUS ON DONKEY.
MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUP SILENUS ON DONKEY. Comprising a finely modeled and sensitively painted figural grouping of Silenus on a donkey. Underside with blue underglaze crossed swords mark and incised model number 2724, and impressed number 111. Height 8.25 inches (21cm).
Lot: 22 - LARGE MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUP LOVE CAPTURED.
LARGE MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUP LOVE CAPTURED. Comprising a large and impressive, finely decorated Meissen porcelain figural grouping of Love Captured, modeled by Christian Gottfried Jüchtzer (1752-1812). Back of edge with blue underglaze crossed swords mark, and underside with incised model number I-511. Height 14.5 inches (37cm).
Lot: 23 - MEISSEN FIGURE OF HERO & LEANDER.
MEISSEN FIGURE OF HERO & LEANDER. Comprising a finely modeled Meissen porcelain figure of Hero and Leander after the design by Christian Gottfried Jüchtzer (1752-1812). Underside with blue underglaze crossed swords, and incised model number I-11 and impressed number 137. Height 12.5 inches (31.8cm).
Lot: 24 - PR HAND PAINTED SEVRES URNS.
PR HAND PAINTED SEVRES URNS. Comprising a pair of hand painted, gilt decorated cobalt urns, Sevres or Sevres style, circa 1880. Resting on gilt bronze bases, the shoulders with ornate gilt scroll handles, set on gilt masks, the sides and neck with finely painted amorous scenes on front and, on verso, wildflowers with nesting songbirds. Height of each 18.75 inches (47.6cm).
Lot: 25 - EXCEPTIONAL ORMOLU PORCELAIN URN, 19TH C.
EXCEPTIONAL ORMOLU PORCELAIN URN, 19TH C. Comprising a large and impressive gilt bronze-mounted hand-painted porcelain urn, very likely Sevres. The finely sculpted gilt bronze base with draped cloth beneath a socle base banded with a laurel wreath, beneath a leaf-tip support holding a cobalt and gilt-decorated squashed porcelain urn, the sides entirely banded in finely painted scenes of putti with finely sculpted gilt bronze winged putti handles, and rope-twist banded rim. Height 14.5 inches (36.8cm).
Lot: 26 - SEVRES & ROYAL VIENNA LIDDED URNS.
SEVRES & ROYAL VIENNA LIDDED URNS. Comprising a pair of finely hand-painted porcelain urns, including a likely Sevres cobalt blue and gilt bronze-mounted lidded urn on raised gilt base, each side with oval reserve with hand-painted scenes of children painting, and the opposite side with implements of the visual arts encircled with blue, turquoise, and red cabochon beading, the handles terminating in gilt bronze bacchanal busts, and with fitted lid. Together with a Royal Vienna lidded urn, both sides with finely painted classical mythological scenes, resting on a stepped base, both with heavy gilt decoration on a mauve ground, with fitted lid and flower bud finial. Each piece with blue beehive mark. Greatest height 18.8 inches (47.8cm).
Lot: 27 - PAIR OF SEVRES HAND PAINTED URNS.
PAIR OF SEVRES HAND PAINTED URNS. Comprising an exceptional matching pair of hand painted Sevres urns, resting on socle bases with gilt banding and gilt grapevines on an emerald green ground, with scroll gilt handles and gilded flared rim, the front of each finely painted with classical mythological scenes, and the verso painted with temples in a bucolic landscape. Each artist signed V Bernard, for Bernard-Alfred Meyer (1832-1904), noted designer and decorator at the Manufacture Nationale de Sevres. The underside marked M. Imp De Sevres and with J. P. Limoges green underglaze mark. Stunning! Height of each 16.25 inches (41.3cm).
Lot: 28 - MASSIVE PORCELAIN CENTERPIECE, 19TH C.
MASSIVE PORCELAIN CENTERPIECE, 19TH C. Comprising a large and impressive hand painted and gilt decorated centerpiece porcelain bowl, Sevres or Sevres style, 19th century. Resting on an oval pierced bronze base, with ribbed panels and gilt scroll supports on a turquoise ground. Each side with circular reserves, one side painted with a doctor or alchemist inspecting a vial of liquid, likely after the painting by David Teniers (1610-1690). The opposite side with a hand painted interior domestic scene near a spinning wheel. With shaped rim and large acanthus mounted Greek key handles on each end. Height 15 inches (38.1cm), width 21.5 inches (54.6cm).
Lot: 29 - PR EXCEPTIONAL MOON FLASK COVERED URNS.
PR EXCEPTIONAL MOON FLASK COVERED URNS. Comprising a pair of matching French (possibly Sevres) hand-painted and gilt decorated porcelain moon flask lidded urns, each resting on four spread legs, the fronts with finely painted bust portraits of Renaissance noblewomen in feathered hats and bejeweled garments. Both are artist signed, Poitevin, for Georges Emile Poitevin (1820–1910), a noted Sevres porcelain painter. The verso of each with finely painted still lifes depicting the elements of the arts, both with fitted lids. Height of each 15.5 inches (39.4cm). Stunning!
Lot: 30 - KPM LIDDED URNS.
KPM LIDDED URNS. Comprising a pair of matching KPM lidded urns, the fronts decorated with finely hand-painted songbirds within a gilt reserve, and with fitted lids as shown, the underside of each with KPM blue scepter mark and K.P.M. cross-mounted orb mark. Height of each 15.25 inches (38.7cm).
Lot: 31 - SIX GOOD CHELSEA EXOTIC BIRD PLATES, 18TH C.
SIX GOOD CHELSEA EXOTIC BIRD PLATES, 18TH C. Comprising a set of six Chelsea porcelain hand-painted exotic bird plates with basketweave, scalloped, and gilt-decorated borders. The verso of each with gold anchor mark. Diameter 10 inches.
Lot: 32 - PAIR OF CHELSEA PORCELAIN CANDELABRA.
PAIR OF CHELSEA PORCELAIN CANDELABRA. Comprising a matching pair of Chelsea bocage porcelain two-light candelabra. Each on rocaille scroll gilt-decorated bases depicting a shepherd and shepherdess with ornate floral backdrops and two light candle sockets. The base of each with gold anchor mark. Height of each 11.25 inches (28.5cm).
Lot: 33 - PAIR OF MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUPINGS.
PAIR OF MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUPINGS. Comprising a pair of Meissen porcelain figural groupings including an Allegory of Literature, incised model number 12 and impressed number 85, and an Allegory of Music, incised model number 10 and impressed numbers 163 and 18, after the design by Michel Victor Acier (1736-1799). The underside of both with blue underglaze cross swords mark. Greatest height 8.75 inches (22.4cm). Some minor losses.
Lot: 34 - PAIR OF MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUPINGS.
PAIR OF MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUPINGS. Comprising a pair of finely decorated Meissen porcelain figural groupings of Musicians. Underside of each with blue underglaze cross swords mark, and one with incised model number 195 and the other 196. Greatest height 9.75 inches (24.5cm).
Lot: 35 - PAIR OF LARGE SCARCE CHELSEA FIGURINES, 19TH C.
PAIR OF LARGE SCARCE CHELSEA FIGURINES, 19TH C. Comprising a pair of finely modeled and decorated Chelsea porcelain figures, one depicting Mars, the other Minerva, both with gold anchor mark on the base. Height 16.75 inches (42.5cm).
Lot: 36 - MEISSEN FOUR SEASONS MANTLE CLOCK.
MEISSEN FOUR SEASONS MANTLE CLOCK. Comprising a large and impressive Meissen porcelain mantel clock, resting on three rocaille scroll and gilt-decorated legs. The body overall decorated with applied flowers and four children representing the seasons. The dial encircled with a snake and with enameled Roman numerals, underside with blue crossed swords mark. Height 19 inches (48.3cm).
Lot: 37 - PR PORCELAIN PUTTI CANDELABRA.
PR PORCELAIN PUTTI CANDELABRA. Comprising a pair of ornate hand-painted and gilt-decorated porcelain four-light candelabra. On rocaille gilt-decorated bases with applied flowers, the central stem with two winged putti beneath a scrolled arm and floral-decorated four-socket fixture, underside with the mark of Von Schierholz Porcelain Factory. The height of each, 20 inches (50.8cm).
Lot: 38 - MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUP SILENUS ON DONKEY.
MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUP SILENUS ON DONKEY. Comprising a finely modeled and sensitively painted figural grouping of Silenus on a donkey. Underside with blue underglaze crossed swords mark, incised model number 2724, and impressed number 72, and decorator's gilt number 45. Height 8.25 inches (21cm).
Lot: 39 - MEISSEN PORCELAIN BOLOGNESE DOG.
MEISSEN PORCELAIN BOLOGNESE DOG. Comprising a finely modeled and painted Meissen Bolognese dog. Underside with blue underglaze cross swords mark. Height 9.5 inches (24cm).
Lot: 40 - PAIR OF MEISSEN BUSTS.
PAIR OF MEISSEN BUSTS. Comprising a pair of finely modeled Meissen busts depicting a Roman emperor and empress. Both on integral socle pedestals and each with blue underglaze crossed swords mark. Greatest height 9.2 inches (23.4cm).
Lot: 41 - EXCEPTIONAL KPM NAPOLEAN CUP & SAUCER.
EXCEPTIONAL KPM NAPOLEAN CUP & SAUCER. Comprising a cobalt and gilt-decorated KPM matching cup and saucer, the front of cup with finely painted bust portrait of Napoleon within a burnished gilt reserve and overall with raised gilt decoration as shown. Underside with blue underglaze scepter mark. Diameter of saucer 7 inches (17.8cm), height of cup 5.25 inches (13.3cm).
Lot: 42 - GOOD GILT DECORATED MEISSEN CUP & SAUCER.
GOOD GILT DECORATED MEISSEN CUP & SAUCER. Comprising a matching white porcelain and gilt-decorated Meissen cup and saucer, the cup raised on three paw feet and with gilt-decorated scroll handle and rim. The front of cup with a finely modelled bas-relief bust of Johann Friedrich Böttger. The underside of each with blue underglaze crossed swords. Height of cup 5.5 inches (14cm), diameter of saucer 7.5 inches (19cm). Johann Friedrich Böttger (1682-1719) was a German alchemist famous for inadvertently creating the first European hard-paste porcelain, often called "white gold." After claiming he could turn base metals into gold, he was imprisoned by Augustus the Strong and ordered to produce gold. Instead, he succeeded in unlocking the closely guarded recipe for porcelain. This breakthrough led to the founding of the Royal Saxon Porcelain Manufactory in 1710, establishing the Meissen factory—the first place in Europe to mass-produce porcelain. Despite his major achievement, Böttger remained imprisoned to protect the trade secret. Exhausted, under immense pressure, and suffering from alcoholism, he died at the age of 37.
Lot: 43 - MEISSEN COLBALT & GOLD ROYAL CUP & SAUCER.
MEISSEN COLBALT & GOLD ROYAL CUP & SAUCER. Comprising a large and impressive Meissen porcelain cobalt- and gilt-decorated cup and saucer, circa 1854. The cup raised on three gilt scrolled feet, and the front with bas-relief gilded coat of arms of Saxony beneath a crown, and the sides with finely sculpted oval bas-relief medallion profile busts within scroll borders of King John of Saxony on one side and, on the other side, his spouse, Queen Amalie Auguste of Bavaria; the interior partially gilded. On matching cobalt- and gilt-decorated saucer. The underside of each with blue underglaze crossed swords. Height of cup alone 5 inches (13cm). Diameter of saucer 5.75 inches (15cm).
Lot: 44 - KPM & OTHER PORCELAIN CUPS, C. 1850.
KPM & OTHER PORCELAIN CUPS, C. 1850. Comprising a good group of seven finely painted and gilt-decorated handled cups, including four examples with KPM scepter mark, one finely painted with the Evangelist Saint John, the other with a finely painted image of a hunter carrying a gun. Together with a footed example with hand-painted interior scene with blue beehive mark, a cobalt and gilt-decorated cup with finely painted floral bouquet with unknown mark on bottom of foot, and another gilt footed example with finely painted scene of a female bather. Greatest height 5.25 inches (13.3cm).
Lot: 45 - 6 KPM CUPS & SAUCERS.
6 KPM CUPS & SAUCERS. Comprising six KPM matching cups and saucers, including a footed and gilt-decorated cup and saucer, the front of cup painted with Frederick the Great, the interior gilded; a footed gilt-decorated cup with matching saucer, the front painted with the Iron Cross, dated 1914; two cups painted with heraldic shields; a footed and gilt-decorated cup with wreathed portrait of Paul von Hindenburg; and another white cup with bas-relief medallion bust of Hindenburg. Underside of each (with the exception of one saucer) with KPM blue scepter mark, some with WWI Iron Cross mark and some with red KPM orb mark. Height of largest cup 5.25 inches (13.3cm), diameter of largest saucer 7.25 inches (18.4cm).
Lot: 46 - 4 KPM TOPOGRAPHICAL PORCELAIN CUPS.
4 KPM TOPOGRAPHICAL PORCELAIN CUPS. Comprising four hand-painted KPM porcelain topographical cups. Each raised on gilded paw feet with gilt-decorated scroll handle, the front of each with hand-painted topographical scenes including Königsberg Castle, Vogel's Garten, Mausoleum in the Charlottenburg Palace gardens, and the Chinese House, the garden pavilion in Sanssouci Park in Potsdam. The underside of each with blue underglaze scepter marks and some with red Imperial Eagle KPM mark as well. Height of each cup 5.25 inches (13.5cm).
Lot: 47 - 6 VERY FINE BIEDERMEIER HAND PAINTED CUPS & SAUCERS.
6 VERY FINE BIEDERMEIER HAND PAINTED CUPS & SAUCERS. Comprising six very finely painted Biedermeier porcelain cups and saucers, including a finely painted portrait cup depicting famous Austrian tenor Anton Haizinger after the painting by Franz Seraph Stirnbrand (1788-1882). Both the cup and saucer with mauve and gilt banding, unmarked, diameter of saucer 5.6 inches (14.5cm). Together with a Royal Vienna topographical example painted with St. Stephen's Cathedral, Vienna, with scroll handle and gilt banding, the underside of cup with blue beehive mark, diameter of saucer 6 inches (15cm). A KPM cup and matching saucer, the cup painted with a romantic scene and the cavetto of the saucer with the same couple, both with gilt banding, the saucer with underglaze blue scepter mark, diameter of saucer 5.75 inches (14.5cm). A Sèvres matching cup and saucer, the cup painted with the garden façade of the Château de Neuilly, and the saucer with the gardens, both with blue and gilt banding and the underside of each with blue Sèvres mark, diameter of saucer 5.5 inches (14cm). As well as a large cup and saucer in blue with extensive ornate gilt decoration, the front of cup with finely painted scene titled on underside in Italian "Osteria di Fuorigrotta" - Tavern in Fuorigrotta, and further inscribed "Giovine in Napoli," otherwise unmarked. Diameter of saucer 6.75 inches (17cm). And another large cup and saucer, the cup painted with an apple seller with cathedral in background, both with gilt banding on white ground. The saucer with blue KPM scepter mark, diameter 7 inches (18cm).
Lot: 48 - 5 KPM HAND PAINTED CUPS & SAUCERS.
5 KPM HAND PAINTED CUPS & SAUCERS. Comprising five KPM hand-painted matching cups and saucers, the cups painted with courting scenes, classical scenes, and one interior kitchen scene, each with gilt banding and burnished gilt decoration. Four with blue underglaze scepter mark and one with modern KPM mark. Greatest height 4.75 inches (12cm), greatest diameter of saucer 5.75 inches (14.5cm).
Lot: 49 - GOOD PAIR OF GERMAN PORCELAIN CUPS & SAUCERS.
GOOD PAIR OF GERMAN PORCELAIN CUPS & SAUCERS. Comprising two bisque, glazed, and gilt-decorated porcelain cups and saucers, German, 19th century. Each with ornate bisque angel figural handle and panels with bas-relief classical figures. The front of each with painted gilt and black detailed classical imagery. The saucer of one with blue RPM mark, the others unmarked. Height of each cup 4.75 inches (12cm). The greatest diameter of saucers 7 inches (17.5cm).
Lot: 50 - LARGE BALLETS RUSSES PORCELAIN FIGURES, C. 1930.
LARGE BALLETS RUSSES PORCELAIN FIGURES, C. 1930. Comprising a large and impressive, finely modeled, painted, and gilt-decorated Volkstedt porcelain figural grouping depicting the famous Russian ballet team of Mikhail and Vera Fokin from the ballet Cleopatra. Base of tree trunk with blue underglaze Aelteste Volkstedt mark. Height 13.5 inches (34.5cm). Length 12.25 inches (31cm). Mikhail (1880-1942) and Vera (1886-1958) Fokin were principal dancers and choreographers renowned for their work in Sergei Diaghilev's Ballets Russes. Their striking performances in Fokin's exotic ballet Cleopatra (originally titled Egyptian Nights) remain famous for their vivid color, historical styling, and heavily expressive mime.
Lot: 51 - GREAT ART DECO PORCELAIN EGYPTIAN DANCER.
GREAT ART DECO PORCELAIN EGYPTIAN DANCER. Comprising a finely modeled and gilt and polychrome decorated Egyptian dancer, Karl Ens, Volkstedt. Underside with green windmill mark. Height 12 inches (30.5cm).
Lot: 52 - GREAT ART NOUVEAU MAJOLICA CENTERPIECE.
GREAT ART NOUVEAU MAJOLICA CENTERPIECE. Comprising a large and impressive German Art Nouveau figural Majolica centerpiece resting on an undulating scalloped-rimmed bowl decorated with Art Nouveau-style cherries, the central pedestal stem modeled with two women with flowing hair and dresses beneath a shaped pierced-rim bowl. Underside with impressed mark of R.M. Krause. Height 20.5 inches (52.1cm), width 18.25 inches (46.4cm).
Lot: 53 - HUTSCHENREUTHER & ROSENTHAL FIGURES.
HUTSCHENREUTHER & ROSENTHAL FIGURES. Comprising five porcelain figures, including four Hutschenreuther examples, including a pair of fighting cocks, a monkey in a tree, and Mephistopheles. Together with a Rosenthal semi-nude dancing female, with some old repairs and losses. Greatest height 8.25 inches (21cm).
Lot: 54 - PR OF PORCELAIN NUDES WITH ANIMALS.
PR OF PORCELAIN NUDES WITH ANIMALS. Comprising a finely modeled nude with polar bears by Hutschenreuther. Together with a Royal Dux porcelain figure of a female nude running alongside a grayhound, as shown. Greatest height 14.25 inches (36.2cm).
Lot: 55 - ROYAL COPENHAGEN POLAR BEARS.
ROYAL COPENHAGEN POLAR BEARS. Comprising two Royal Copenhagen polar bear figures, including one attacking a seal, underside with model number 1108, and another depicting a roaring upright polar bear, underside with model number 502. Greatest measurement 13.5 inches (34.3cm).
Lot: 56 - 3 BING & GRONDAHL POLAR BEARS.
3 BING & GRONDAHL POLAR BEARS. Comprising three graduated Bing & Grondahl polar bears, as shown. Greatest length 13.5 inches (34.3cm), greatest height 8.5 inches (21.6cm).
Lot: 57 - 7 ROYAL COPENHAGEN POLAR BEARS.
7 ROYAL COPENHAGEN POLAR BEARS. Comprising seven individual figures, including fighting bear cubs, frolicking bear cubs, and a prowling polar bear. Together with a seated Lladro polar bear. Greatest measurement 7 inches (17.8cm). Eight figures in all.
Lot: 58 - ROYAL COPENHAGEN LION FAMILY.
ROYAL COPENHAGEN LION FAMILY. Comprising two large Royal Copenhagen figures, including a male lion and a lioness with her cub, each with model number 1268 and 2268. Greatest measurement 14 inches (35.6cm).
Lot: 59 - ROYAL COPENHAGEN TIGERS.
ROYAL COPENHAGEN TIGERS. Comprising a pair of Royal Copenhagen recumbent tigers, model number 714. One with reattached foot. Greatest measurement 12 inches (30.5cm).
Lot: 60 - LARGE KPM PORCELAIN FIGURE OF HERCULES.
LARGE KPM PORCELAIN FIGURE OF HERCULES. Comprising a large and finely painted KPM porcelain figure of Hercules as modeled by Wilhelm Christian Meyer. Underside with blue underglaze scepter mark and orb KPM mark. Height 12.5 inches (32cm).
Lot: 61 - GOOD MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURAL GROUPING.
GOOD MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURAL GROUPING. Comprising a good Meissen porcelain figural group depicting an Allegory of the Visual Arts after the design by Johann Joachim Kändler (1706-1775). Underside with blue underglaze crossed swords mark, incised model number 2462, and impressed number 115. Height 6 inches (15.4cm).
Lot: 62 - MEISSEN SLEEPING LADY PORCELAIN FIGURE.
MEISSEN SLEEPING LADY PORCELAIN FIGURE. Finely modeled and painted. The underside with blue underglaze crossed swords, incised model number E-58, and impressed decorator's number 122. Height 7.5 inches (19cm). Some losses to lace veil.
Lot: 63 - MEISSEN FIGURAL GROUP JUPITER ON SPHINX.
MEISSEN FIGURAL GROUP JUPITER ON SPHINX. Comprising a finely painted Meissen porcelain figural grouping of Jupiter on a sphinx. Underside with blue crossed swords mark and incised model number 1252. Height 11 inches (28cm). Repaired fingers and missing toe tip.
Lot: 64 - MEISSEN PORCELAIN CUPID.
MEISSEN PORCELAIN CUPID. Finely modeled and painted, resting on a gilt Greek key-banded oval base, the underside with blue underglaze crossed swords, and incised model number G. 30 and impressed #51. Height 7.75 inches (19.7cm).
Lot: 65 - NYMPHENBURG BLACKMOORE LIDDED SWEET MEAT.
NYMPHENBURG BLACKMOORE LIDDED SWEET MEAT. Finely hand-painted with gilt highlights and impressed mark on underside. Height 6.2 inches (15.7cm).
Lot: 66 - PR OF MEISSEN FIGURINES.
PR OF MEISSEN FIGURINES. Both finely modeled and decorated, including a shepherdess and a faun with cymbals. Underside of shepherdess with blue underglaze crossed swords and 200th anniversary dates 1710-1910, incised model number 4, and impressed number 111, height 11.5 inches (29.2cm). The underside of faun with blue underglaze sword mark and incised model number H41, and impressed number 92, height 9.25 inches (23.5cm).
Lot: 67 - 4 MEISSEN PORCELAIN CUPIDS, 19TH C.
4 MEISSEN PORCELAIN CUPIDS, 19TH C. Comprising four finely modeled and decorated cupid figures in various poses as shown, each on a gilt banded stepped socle base. The underside of each with blue crossed swords mark and model numbers including incised L109, impressed L112, incised L118, and incised L114. Height 8.5 inches (21.6cm). Some losses and old repairs.
Lot: 68 - GOOD MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUP.
GOOD MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising four finely modeled hand painted Meissen putti figurines. Including a putti with a basket of flowers, another digging in a garden, one sawing a heart shaped log, and another making a cup of tea. Each with blue underglaze crossed swords mark, and including model numbers, incised 117r, incised C100 with impressed 131, incised C. 97 with impressed 48, and incised L. 154 with impressed 186. Greatest height 5.5 inches (14cm). Some losses and old repairs.
Lot: 69 - THREE MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURES.
THREE MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURES. Comprising a pair of matching Meissen porcelain sweetmeat dishes modeled as a recumbent nobleman and noblewoman, each holding a lattice-work bowl, the underside of each with blue crossed swords mark and incised model numbers 2872 and 2875. Length of each 6.75 inches (16.5cm). Together with a Meissen figure of a woman at a piano, the underside with blue crossed swords and incised model number E-1. Height 4.8 inches (12.5cm).
Lot: 70 - PAIR OF MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURAL BASKETS.
PAIR OF MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURAL BASKETS. Comprising a large double basket with woman holding flowers, underside with incised mark 2197 and blue underglaze crossed swords. Height 8.25 inches (21cm) and blue crossed swords. Together with a similar smaller example of a young girl with flowers, incised mark 3024, impressed 44, and blue crossed swords.
Lot: 71 - MEISSEN PORCELAIN SEASON FIGURES.
MEISSEN PORCELAIN SEASON FIGURES. Comprising four individual figures, including a figure of Winter from the Four Seasons series, incised model number D83; an allegory of Spring, incised model number G84 and impressed 23; a figure of the goddess Demeter, incised model number 2724, impressed number 58; and a figure representing Autumn, incised model number G88 and impressed number 124. Each figure with blue underglaze crossed swords mark on the underside of base. Greatest height 9.1 inches (23.1cm).
Lot: 72 - 4 MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURES.
4 MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURES. Comprising four individual Meissen porcelain figures, including a hunter, incised model number H8, the personification of astronomy, incised model number 1716, a bassoon player from the Galante Chapel series, incised mark number 4, impressed mark 1560, and a figure of a man carrying a basket of bottled drinks and a lantern, impressed number 1087. The underside of each with blue underglaze crossed swords mark. Greatest height 7 inches (17.8cm).
Lot: 73 - 6 GOOD VINTAGE MEISSEN FIGURES.
6 GOOD VINTAGE MEISSEN FIGURES. Comprising six finely painted Meissen porcelain figures, 19th century, including a male gardener, incised model number C-69 and impressed 127, a figure of a woman with water can and flowers near fountain, a pair depicting a woman with a sheep, incised model number F-68, impressed 42, and a man with hat full of eggs, incised model F-68 impressed 42, and another pair depicting a shepherd with flute and dog and a shepherdess with flute and a sheep at her feet, incised marks 722 and 723. The underside of each with blue crossed swords mark. Some with minor losses. Greatest height 8.25 inches (21cm).
Lot: 74 - 4 MEISSEN CUPID FIGURES.
4 MEISSEN CUPID FIGURES. Comprising four Meissen figures of Cupid, including Cupid near a teapot and fire, incised model number 698; a standing Cupid with bow, incised model number 173; and two figures of seated Cupids on triangular bases with inscribed plaques, each with blue crossed swords mark on underside of base. Losses and old repairs. Greatest height 5.8 inches (14.7cm).
Lot: 75 - 2 KPM PORCELAIN FIGURES.
2 KPM PORCELAIN FIGURES. Comprising two individual KPM porcelain figures, including a beggar woman and a man playing cymbals. Both with KPM mark on underside. Greatest height 7.8 inches (19.8cm).
Lot: 76 - PR OF MEISSEN ANIMAL FIGURES.
PR OF MEISSEN ANIMAL FIGURES. Comprising a pair of white glazed Meissen playful bears, underside with crossed swords mark and incised model number 78760 and impressed number 1463. Together with a white glazed panther on branch, the underside with incised and blue crossed swords mark, incised model number F300, and impressed number 1360. Together with a glazed white porcelain monkey on a tree, apparently unmarked. Greatest height 7.25 inches (18.4cm).
Lot: 77 - GERMAN PORCELAIN FIGURES.
GERMAN PORCELAIN FIGURES. Including a white bisque Meissen porcelain figure of a fawn with cymbals, after the design by Christian Gottfried Jüchtzer (1752-1812), finely sculpted with hyper-realistic anatomy, incised on underside of base with crossed swords within a triangle, and verso of base with incised model number H.41. Reattached left arm, height 9.5 inches (24.1cm). Together with a pair of white glazed porcelain figural spill vases depicting two musical bacchanal putti, with repairs and losses.
Lot: 78 - MIXED VINTAGE MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUP.
MIXED VINTAGE MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising seven individual Meissen porcelain pieces, including a large turquoise, white, and gilt-decorated tea pot with figural head spout, a Meissen creamer, a Meissen covered box with flower bud finial, a Meissen Chinoiserie circular covered box, a Meissen footed figural stand, and a pair of Meissen double-gourd lidded perfume bottles. Each piece with blue underglaze crossed swords mark. Greatest height 10.25 inches (26cm).
Lot: 79 - SIX MEISSEN PORCELAIN CHILDREN FIGURES.
SIX MEISSEN PORCELAIN CHILDREN FIGURES. Comprising six finely hand-painted porcelain figures of children, each in various costumes and holding different implements. The underside of each with blue underglaze crossed swords mark and with incised or impressed model numbers. Greatest height 5.5 inches (14cm).
Lot: 80 - SIX MEISSEN PORCELAIN CHILDREN’S FIGURINES.
SIX MEISSEN PORCELAIN CHILDREN'S FIGURINES. Each finely decorated, each with blue crossed swords marks and all but one with an incised model number on underside. Greatest height 5.5 inches (14cm).
Lot: 81 - 5 MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURES.
5 MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURES. Comprising a pair depicting a man and woman seated in a chair in fancy attire, two troubadour vases with candle sockets behind their heads, and a white musical animal. Each with blue underglaze crossed swords mark, some losses and old repairs. Greatest height 7.4 inches (18.8cm).
Lot: 82 - MEISSEN COMPLETE SET OF FIVE SENSES.
MEISSEN COMPLETE SET OF FIVE SENSES. Comprising five individual Meissen porcelain figures, each representing one of the five senses after the models by J.J. Kändler and J.F. Eberlein. Underside of each with blue underglaze cross swords mark and each with incised model numbers 1136, 1062, 1042, 1035, and 1051, as well as impressed numbers and painted decorator's numbers. Height 11.25 inches (28.5cm).
Lot: 83 - 13 KPM PORCELAIN CHILDREN FIGURES.
13 KPM PORCELAIN CHILDREN FIGURES. Comprising 13 individual hand-decorated porcelain children figurines, each with various costumes and holding various implements. The underside of each with blue underglaze scepter mark, as well as red orb KPM mark. Greatest height 4.25 inches (10.5cm).
Lot: 84 - PORCELAIN BUSTS OF BOURBON CHILDREN.
PORCELAIN BUSTS OF BOURBON CHILDREN. The two larger examples with Augustus Rex marks, the smaller example with crossed swords mark and incised model number 414. Greatest height 6.75 inches (17.1cm).
Lot: 85 - GOOD DECORATED PORCELAIN GROUP.
GOOD DECORATED PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising two pieces, including a large and impressive figural group "Motherhood" by Luigi Fabris (1883-1952), underside marked with model number 8, signed Fabris, and with anchor mark for the Fabris workshop, height 8.25 inches (21cm), width 8.5 inches (21.5cm). Together with a German two socket candelabra featuring a putti playing a drum at center, marked on underside Germany, height 8.5 inches (21.5cm), some repairs.
Lot: 86 - MEISSEN & OTHER PORCELAIN FIGURAL GROUPINGS, 19TH C.
MEISSEN & OTHER PORCELAIN FIGURAL GROUPINGS, 19TH C. Comprising a group of musical children, underside with blue crossed swords mark and incised model number 2489, some losses. A young girl and boy with dog and basket of fruit, blue crossed swords mark, repaired and losses. A pair of matching children, one pair with girl playing mandolin, the other pair with children and birdcage, the underside of each with the Augustus Rex mark in blue underglaze. And a boy and girl in a winter landscape gathering wood and warming themselves over a small fire, underside with blue underglaze Höchst Porcelain factory mark. Greatest height 6.25 inches (15.9cm).
Lot: 87 - GOOD EUROPEAN PORCELAIN GROUP.
GOOD EUROPEAN PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising four finely modeled hand painted porcelain figural groups. Including an August Rex marked figural group of a boy playing the flute beside a girl holding grapes with a goat, underside with blue underglaze crowned R mark, height 6.25 inches (15.9cm). A Jacob Petit marked figural perfume bottle, with a figure of a boy leaning over a basket, underside with blue underglaze marking J.P., height 8 inches (20.3cm). A figural group of putti with doves and a cage, underside marked Made in France, height 8 inches (20.3cm). And a likely Chelsea figural group of a courting couple with a bear, base with gilt anchor mark, height 7.5 inches (19.1cm). Overall some losses and old repairs.
Lot: 88 - HOCHST PORCELAIN FIGURE.
HOCHST PORCELAIN FIGURE. Depicting a man taming a goat, finely painted and modeled, underside with blue underglaze Höchst factory mark. Height 7.25 inches (18.4cm).
Lot: 89 - DRESDEN PORCELAIN FIGURAL LAMP.
DRESDEN PORCELAIN FIGURAL LAMP. Comprising a large and impressive highly ornate Dresden porcelain figural grouping of figures in a bucolic landscape, with sheep and putti, on a rocaille scroll gilt-decorated base, and set into a gilt metal raised shaped lamp base with single socket arm. Height to top of socket 19.25 inches (48.9cm).
Lot: 90 - EUROPEAN PORCELAIN FIGURAL GROUP.
EUROPEAN PORCELAIN FIGURAL GROUP. Comprising four individual porcelain figural groups as shown. Including a female Bacchanal figure, a male suitor, a couple seated on chairs on a rocaille scroll gilt-decorated base, and a large Dresden-style complex group of a shepherd and two women in a lush bucolic landscape, resting on a gilt-decorated rocaille scroll base, the underside with Sitzendorf mark. Various states of condition. Greatest height 15 inches (38.1cm).
Lot: 91 - 6 PORCELAIN FIGURES.
6 PORCELAIN FIGURES. Comprising three Royal Vienna ‘Seasons' figures on square bases with gilt banding, each with blue beehive mark; a figure of a woman sculpture with blue crossed swords mark; a female standing next to a marble pedestal with blue crossed swords and incised model number 1735; a porcelain bust of Napoleon; and a Majolica bust of Napoleon on socle base wearing laurel crown, as shown. Greatest height 10.2 inches (25.9cm).
Lot: 92 - 6 GERMAN PORCELAIN FIGURES, 19TH C.
6 GERMAN PORCELAIN FIGURES, 19TH C. Comprising a Volkstedt-marked figure being the personification of winter, a pair of female busts on raised scroll bases with Sitzendorf mark, a young girl in chair with Volkstedt crown mark, Psyche and Cupid, the underside with Höchst mark, and a man looking down the blouse of a seated woman. Greatest measurement 5.75 inches (14.6cm).
Lot: 93 - 4 MEISSEN STYLE MONKEY MUSICIAN FIGURES.
4 MEISSEN STYLE MONKEY MUSICIAN FIGURES. Comprising four hand-decorated porcelain figures of monkey musicians, the underside of each with blue cross swords, and each with impressed model numbers 693, 695, 696, and 697. Greatest height 6.5 inches (16.5cm).
Lot: 94 - MIESSEN BUTTEGER STEINZEUG MASK.
MIESSEN BUTTEGER STEINZEUG MASK. Finely sculpted in half round, with polished lips and eyelids, impressed crossed swords mark on verso, incised mold number R.282, and impressed Butteger Steinzeug mark. Height 8.25 inches (21cm).
Lot: 95 - 13 VINTAGE PORCELAIN FIGURINES.
13 VINTAGE PORCELAIN FIGURINES. Comprising four musician characters with Aelteste Volkstedt mark, a pair of similar all-white characters with Capodimonte mark, two with Höchst mark, two with Sitzendorf mark, and others. Greatest height 5 inches (12.7cm). Some losses and old repairs.
Lot: 96 - 10 PIECE SITZENDORF PORCELAIN MONKEY BAND.
10 PIECE SITZENDORF PORCELAIN MONKEY BAND. Comprising an assembled 10-piece hand-decorated porcelain monkey band. The underside of each with Sitzendorf mark and impressed model number. Greatest height 5.75 inches (14.5cm).
Lot: 97 - 10 EUROPEAN PORCELAIN FIGURES.
10 EUROPEAN PORCELAIN FIGURES. Comprising a group of ten mostly 19th century porcelain figures, including a matching pair of a male and female musician, both with gold anchor (Chelsea) mark; a pair of figures depicting crowned women, one with mandolin, the other with basket of flowers, each with crowned Derby mark; a jester with a rooster; a female shepherd; a vegetable seller; and others, as shown. All with various marks. Some losses and old repairs. Greatest height 8.75 inches (22.2cm).
Lot: 98 - LARGE MAJOLICA SEATED MONKEY.
LARGE MAJOLICA SEATED MONKEY. Comprising a large and finely sculpted Majolica seated monkey eating bananas, probably Italian. Height 17.75 inches (45.1cm).
Lot: 99 - EUROPEAN PORCELAIN GROUP, 19TH C.
EUROPEAN PORCELAIN GROUP, 19TH C. Comprising four porcelain figures, including a large porcelain figure of Joan of Arc, height 13 inches (33.0cm), a bisque porcelain bust of Henry IV on a socle base resting on a column-form pedestal, a Copeland Parian porcelain bust of Napoleon III signed on verso J.E. Jones and dated 1851, and a finely sculpted early Sevres figure of a beggar woman, the underside with incised Sevres mark.
Lot: 100 - PARIAN FIGURE OF THE DUKE OF WELLINGTON.
PARIAN FIGURE OF THE DUKE OF WELLINGTON. Comprising a 19th century Samuel Alcock Parian ware figure of the seated Duke of Wellington, the underside marked and dated 1852. Height 11.25 inches (28.5cm).
Lot: 101 - GOOD EUROPEAN PORCELAIN GROUP.
GOOD EUROPEAN PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising seven individual pieces as shown, including a pair of matching gilt bronze and porcelain three-light candelabra with finely cast musical putti base and scroll arms, resting on a painted porcelain urn. Together with a pair of matching Egyptian Revival potpourri urns with vented covers, a beautiful hand-painted and artist-signed Limoges porcelain vase depicting two nude sea nymphs, signed on underside of base J. Pouyat, a cobalt and gilt-decorated Royal Vienna ewer decorated with a bust of a young beauty within an oval reserve, and an ormolu-mounted urn decorated with a scene of Cupid and a young maiden signed P. Roche. Greatest height 13.5 inches (34.3cm).
Lot: 102 - 4 PORCELAIN & ENAMEL BOXES & EGG, C. 1880-1900.
4 PORCELAIN & ENAMEL BOXES & EGG, C. 1880-1900. Comprising four hand-painted porcelain and enamel boxes and one egg. Including a gilt-mounted Limoges enamel hand-painted box, the hinged lid decorated with a courting scene and gilt and floral scrollwork, and the interior with original silk lining. Length 6 inches (15cm). Together with an ornately decorated hand-painted porcelain box, the hinged lid painted with The Judgement of Paris after Angelica Kauffmann, length 4.75 inches (12cm). Also a rectangular porcelain box with notched corners and heavy gilt decoration, the hinged lid with finely painted portrait from Jean-Honore Fragonard's painting The Study, the underside with Server's marks, length 3.3 inches (8.6cm); a Royal Vienna round cover porcelain box, the fitted lid painted with a portrait of Frederick William (1620-1688), underside with blue beehive mark, diameter 2.75 inches (7cm); and a hand-painted porcelain egg, in two halves with hinge, the cover painted with Sleeping Cupid and overall with ornate gilt and hand-painted borders. Length 3.1 inches (8.5cm).
Lot: 103 - ITALIAN CERAMICS GROUP.
ITALIAN CERAMICS GROUP. Comprising four individual pieces, including a pair of matching Capodimonte gilt-decorated lidded urns with ram's head and floral swag handles, the underside of each with crowned N mark, together with a white ceramic figural grouping of a dancing couple underneath a bower resting on a rocaille scroll base, underside with crowned N mark, and a large footed gilt-decorated goblet-form vase with bust portrait wearing laurel wreath rendered in grisaille on a faux malachite ground, underside with maker's mark for Zaccagnini. Greatest height 15.25 inches (38.7cm).
Lot: 104 - GOOD HANDPAINTED PORCELAIN GROUP.
GOOD HANDPAINTED PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising seven individual pieces, including a pair of matching hand-painted gilt-decorated lidded urns, painted with bucolic landscapes, likely Nippon; a pair of matching gilt-decorated candlesticks marked Vienna, Austria; a pair of finely painted matching baluster-form vases decorated with floral bouquets on both sides on a turquoise ground, one with decorator's initials; and a large, albeit later, hand-painted Limoges lidded urn as shown. Greatest height 18 inches (45.7cm).
Lot: 105 - IMPRESSIVE HAND PAINTED PORCELAIN VASE/LAMP.
IMPRESSIVE HAND PAINTED PORCELAIN VASE/LAMP. Of bulbous form with short cylindrical neck, the front finely painted with a fruit seller within a gilt scrolled reserve on a magenta ground. The painting signed H. Wichaiz. Height to the top of socket 21.5 inches (54.6cm).
Lot: 106 - 4 DAHL-JENSEN PORCELAIN FIGURINES.
4 DAHL-JENSEN PORCELAIN FIGURINES. Comprising four Jens Peter Dahl-Jensen (1874-1960) figurines, including ‘Girl from Sierra Leone' - model number 1117, ‘Javanese Dancer' - model number 1114, ‘Aju Sitra Dancer' - model number 1322, and ‘Oriental Dancer' - model number 1323. Together with an Arno Malinowski for Royal Copenhagen ‘Bali Girl.' Five figurines in total. Greatest height 10.25 inches (26cm).
Lot: 107 - PR OF DAHL JENSEN PORCELAIN BUSTS.
PR OF DAHL JENSEN PORCELAIN BUSTS. Comprising two good pairs of Dahl-Jensen busts of An African Woman (model 1211) and An African Man (model 1229). Each marked on underside of base. Greatest height 8.6 inches (22cm).
Lot: 108 - 4 ROYAL COPENHAGEN FIGURINES.
4 ROYAL COPENHAGEN FIGURINES. Comprising four figures, including a matching pair of young Pans playing the flute, model number 1736, and a young Pan with a parrot, model number 752, one parrot missing tail feathers. Greatest height 7 inches (17.8cm).
Lot: 109 - SIX DANISH & OTHER PORCELAIN FIGURES.
SIX DANISH & OTHER PORCELAIN FIGURES. Comprising six porcelain figures, including a white porcelain Royal Copenhagen figure of The Emperor and the Nightingale (bird missing tip of tail), a B&G figure of a boy holding skis, a Royal Copenhagen figure of a shepherd, a Royal Copenhagen figure of a young girl darning a sock, a Royal Copenhagen figure of a seated faun, and a German Lippeisdorf girl with a cow. Greatest height 12.25 inches (31cm).
Lot: 110 - 4 ROYAL COPENHAGEN FIGURINES.
4 ROYAL COPENHAGEN FIGURINES. Comprising four charming Royal Copenhagen figurines depicting young satyrs with various animals, as shown. The large goat with losses to tips of horns. Greatest height 8.25 inches (21cm).
Lot: 111 - 3 LLADRO FIGURES & ANOTHER.
3 LLADRO FIGURES & ANOTHER. Comprising three Lladro porcelain figurines, including ‘Satyrs Group' - model number 1008, ‘Aracely with Ducks' - model number 5202, and ‘Sayonara' - model number 4989. Together with a Casades ‘Shoe Shiner.' Greatest height 11.25 inches (28.6cm).
Lot: 112 - 5 EUROPEAN PORCELAIN BIRDS.
5 EUROPEAN PORCELAIN BIRDS. Comprising five individual birds, including a Dahl-Jensen marked barn swallow, model number 1321; a Rosenthal seagull (wing flake); a Danish Lyngby porcelain cardinal; a Bing & Grondahl parrot; and a Bing & Grondahl cuckoo, as designed by Dahl-Jensen, the underside incised DJ and model number 1770. Greatest height 8.5 inches (21.6cm).
Lot: 113 - 7 DANISH PORCELAIN ANIMAL FIGURES.
7 DANISH PORCELAIN ANIMAL FIGURES. Comprising six Royal Copenhagen animal figures, including two pandas, a cow, a deer, a cub bear, and a koala bear. Together with a group of four Bing & Grondahl monkeys. Greatest height 6.75 inches (17.1cm).
Lot: 114 - 6 PORCELAIN DOG FIGURES.
6 PORCELAIN DOG FIGURES. Comprising three Royal Copenhagen dogs, including a seated collie, model number 162; a dachshund, model number 856; and a terrier chewing a slipper, model number 3476. Together with two Bing & Grondahl dogs, including a terrier, German shepherd, as well as a Royal Doulton German shepherd. Some losses. Greatest measurement 11 inches (28cm).
Lot: 115 - 3 LARGE GERMAN PORCELAIN DOGS.
3 LARGE GERMAN PORCELAIN DOGS. Including a large and impressive Goebel Saint Bernard and two seated German shepherds, both marked Germany. Greatest length 19 inches (48.3cm), greatest height 11 inches (27.9cm).
Lot: 116 - 42 PC ASSEMBLED SET OF MEISSEN BLUE ONION PORCELAIN.
42 PC ASSEMBLED SET OF MEISSEN BLUE ONION PORCELAIN. Comprising an excellent assembled set of 42 pieces of Meissen Blue Onion porcelain, each piece bearing the blue underglaze crossed swords mark. The set includes: 1 footed pierced basket, 9.25 in. (23cm); 1 round serving platter, 13.75 in. (35cm); 1 covered soup tureen, 15 in. (38cm), lid repaired; 2 serving bowls, 11 in. (28cm); 2 oval serving platters, 13.25 in. (33.5cm); 1 oval serving platter, 15.75 in. (40cm); 1 gravy boat, 10.25 in. (26cm); 1 oval serving platter, 11 in. (28cm); 1 vegetable dish, 8.75 in. (22cm); 1 covered coffee pot, 6.25 in. (16cm); 18 dinner plates, 9.75 in. (25cm), one with a rim chip; and 12 salad plates, 8.25 in. (21cm), one with a rim chip and one repaired.
Lot: 117 - MINTON FOR TIFFANY DINNER PLATES.
MINTON FOR TIFFANY DINNER PLATES. Comprising a set of 11 cobalt blue and gilt decorated dinner plates, the center medallion with etched gilt flower head, encircled with etched intertwined pattern, and the rim similarly decorated with etched gilt banding. Underside of each plate with magenta crowned Minton mark above Tiffany & Co., diameter of each 10.25 inches (26cm).
Lot: 118 - 21 PCS SÈVRES PORCELAIN.
21 PCS SÈVRES PORCELAIN. Comprising 21 pieces of elegant Sèvres porcelain decorated with gilt accents, laurel wreaths, holly and ivy borders, and mustard-colored bands. Including 1 footed punch bowl, 11.25 in. (28.5cm); 1 covered tureen with gilt scroll handles and flower-form finial, 13 in. (33cm); 6 dinner plates; and 13 shallow bowls. Plates and bowls each with a gilt flowerhead within a laurel wreath to the cavetto, mustard border with gilt banding, gilt holly and ivy decoration to the rim, and raised ring foot. Plates and bowls 9.5 in. (24cm).
Lot: 119 - SET OF 12 LIMOGES OYSTER DISHES.
SET OF 12 LIMOGES OYSTER DISHES. Comprising a set of 12 matching Charles Ahrenfeldt Limoges porcelain oyster plates, with silvered scalloped rim and overall decorated with flowers in the Art Deco taste. Diameter of each plate 9.5 inches (24.1cm).
Lot: 120 - 4 HAND PAINTED PORCELAIN PLATES, 19TH C.
4 HAND PAINTED PORCELAIN PLATES, 19TH C. The cavetto of each painted with an oceanside scene with boats and figures, the borders banded with ribbon-tied floral swags and urns on a magenta ground, and with scalloped gilt-decorated rims. The verso of each with blue underglaze crossed swords mark and, in gilt, each inscribed Nach Vernet (Claude-Joseph Vernet French 1714–1789). Diameter of each 9.5 inches (24.1cm).
Lot: 121 - 8 SEVRES HAND PAINTED PORTRAIT PLATES.
8 SEVRES HAND PAINTED PORTRAIT PLATES. Comprising 8 very fine individual Sèvres hand-painted porcelain portrait plates, the cavetto of each plate with a finely hand-painted portrait within a gilt burnished cartouche inscribed with the sitter's name and with a gilt leaf-tip border on a green ground. Each portrait artist signed "D. Humbert-Sèvres" and the underside of each with red M. Imple de Sèvres marks and further inscribed with the sitter's name. The diameter of six plates 9.25 inches (23.5cm) and the diameter of the other two 8.25 inches (21cm).
Lot: 122 - 3 ARTIST SIGNED VIENNA PORTRAIT PLATES, C. 1900.
3 ARTIST SIGNED VIENNA PORTRAIT PLATES, C. 1900. Comprising three very finely painted and artist-signed Viennese porcelain cabinet plates. From left to right: Daphne, with opulently decorated raised gilt border, artist-signed Rau, verso with blue beehive mark and inscribed with title, diameter 9.5 inches (24cm). Together with Marguerite, artist-signed Resch and with ornate gilt-decorated borders, the underside with beehive mark and title, diameter 9 inches (23cm). And another with a dark-haired beauty titled Erbluht, artist-signed Wagner, borders with raised gilt and turquoise-beaded decoration, underside with red beehive mark, inscribed title and gilt rose. Diameter 9.75 inches (25cm).
Lot: 123 - 3 EXCEPTIONAL ROYAL VIENNA PORTRAIT PLATES.
3 EXCEPTIONAL ROYAL VIENNA PORTRAIT PLATES. Comprising three extremely high-quality hand-painted and decorated Royal Vienna porcelain cabinet plates. From left to right, they include: a finely painted image of Patricia, a young beauty with roses in her hair, and with ornate incised and raised gilt-decorated borders; the underside marked with blue underglaze beehive, inscribed with title Patricia 6, and in German Gemalt für Wheelock (Painted for Wheelock), diameter 10.25 inches (26cm). Together with another depicting an Art Nouveau-style beauty with raised florals on gilded border, artist-signed Gorner, and the underside with blue underglaze beehive mark and inscribed with title Lella, diameter 9.5 inches (24cm). And another similar to the first, depicting a young beauty in Renaissance attire and with ornate raised gilt-decorated borders; the underside with blue underglaze beehive mark, inscribed with title Floretinern 1729 and in German Gemalt für Wheelock, diameter 10.25 inches (26cm).
Lot: 124 - 3 FINE HAND PAINTED CABINET PLATES, C. 1900.
3 FINE HAND PAINTED CABINET PLATES, C. 1900. Comprising three finely painted and hand-decorated porcelain cabinet plates. From top to bottom, left to right, they include a French Limoges plate: the cavetto with hand-painted bust of a young beauty, artist-signed Soli, and with ornate raised gilt-decorated borders, the underside marked J.P. Limoges France and further No. 8347 Florentine, J. Pouyat Limoges, diameter 10.25 inches (26cm). Together with an RK Dresden porcelain plate: the cavetto with bust portrait of a young beauty, artist-signed N.C. Kiesel and the borders with ornate raised gilt designs, verso with crown RK Dresden mark and further inscribed in German "Kopf aus dem Kakadu", diameter 9.5 inches (24cm). And a Royal Vienna plate painted with a dark-haired beauty and raised gilt-decorated borders, underside with blue beehive mark and inscribed Amicia, diameter 9.5 inches (24cm).
Lot: 125 - 4 COBALT & GILT CABINET PLATES.
4 COBALT & GILT CABINET PLATES. Comprising four hand-painted cobalt blue and gilt-decorated cabinet plates, one depicting Cupid with a young woman with Art Nouveau-decorated borders, the underside with Pirkenhammer mark. Together with a young girl holding a water urn in a lush landscape, artist signed C. Heer, verso with blue underglaze beehive mark; another with a finely painted bust of Saint Cecilia with raised gilt-decorated border and scalloped rim; and a portrait of Queen Louise with blue beehive mark. Greatest diameter 9.5 inches (24.1cm).
Lot: 126 - 6 ORNATE CABINET PLATES
6 ORNATE CABINET PLATES Comprising a good group of six porcelain cabinet plates from top to bottom, left to right: they include a pair of matching plates with raised gilt grapevine decorated borders on a green ground, the cavetto with classical transfer decorated scenes; a Royal Vienna plate with opulently decorated borders, the cavetto with hand painted Bacchante after the painting by Francesco Bartolozzi; another finely decorated Royal Vienna plate, the cavetto with hand painted image of Thalia after the painting by Eduard Julius Friedrich Bendemann; another Royal Vienna plate, the cavetto with hand painted scene of Lady Grey before King Eduard; and a spectacular Royal Vienna plate with cobalt and gilt decorated borders, the cavetto with etched and hand painted gilt decorated scene of Decius Mus reporting his dream on the battlefield after the painting by Jacob Matthias Schmutzer (1733-1811). Greatest diameter 9.75 inches (24.8cm).
Lot: 127 - SET OF 4 NAPOLEONIC CABINET PLATES.
SET OF 4 NAPOLEONIC CABINET PLATES. Comprising a set of four matching cabinet plates, each with various scenes from the life of Napoleon, including his Coronation, the Battle of Heilsberg, the Battle of Friedland, and his departure from Fontainebleau. The verso of each with gilt crowned N and inscribed with title in French, as well as Austrian and French marks. Greatest diameter of plates 10 inches (25.5cm).
Lot: 128 - 6 PORTRAIT CABINET PLATES.
6 PORTRAIT CABINET PLATES. Comprising six cabinet plates, from top to bottom, left to right: a very fine Royal Vienna plate, the cavetto with finely painted Rembrandt self-portrait, artist signed Knoeller; a Royal Vienna plate with a dark-haired beauty and light blue leaf pattern border; a Rosenthal cabinet plate with a young sculpture; a Limoges porcelain plate with hand painted self-portrait of Madame Vigee Le Brun, verso artist signed and dated 1903; a French porcelain cabinet plate with hand painted dark-haired beauty; and a German cabinet plate, the cavetto with transfer decorated image of a red-haired beauty. Greatest diameter 10.6 inches (26.9cm).
Lot: 129 - 6 HAND PAINTED COBALT & GILT CABINET PLATES.
6 HAND PAINTED COBALT & GILT CABINET PLATES. Comprising six hand painted cabinet plates from top to bottom, left to right: a Royal Vienna cobalt and gilt decorated plate, the cavetto painted with a young woman with doves, artist signed Riemer, and verso with beehive mark; another similar plate, the cavetto painted with a courting scene, and signed by Riemer; another Royal Vienna plate, the cavetto with transfer hand painted image of Psyche and Amor, artist signed Artemis, and with blue beehive mark. Together with another, the cavetto hand painted and artist signed J. Wild, verso with German title Der Frühling (Spring) and with beehive mark; another, the hand painted cavetto depicting an interior Renaissance courting scene; and a Sevres marked cobalt and gilt decorated cabinet plate, the cavetto with hand painted tavern scene. Greatest diameter 10.2 inches (25.9cm).
Lot: 130 - 6 HAND PAINTED PORTRAIT PLATES.
6 HAND PAINTED PORTRAIT PLATES. Comprising six finely painted porcelain portrait plates, from top to bottom, left to right: a Sevres plate painted with a portrait of the French playwright Moliere within a gilt wreath and floral-decorated reserves on a turquoise ground and with scalloped rim; a Sevres Chateau de St. Cloud artist-signed plate depicting a portrait of the Duke of Burgundy, signed Debrie; a cobalt and gilt-decorated plate depicting a portrait of a young beauty, verso with blue beehive mark; a Limoges cobalt and gilt-decorated portrait plate depicting Marie-Louise, artist signed Armanto and further marked Jean Pouyat; an Austrian-marked cabinet plate depicting Madame Sophia of France; and a cobalt and gilt-decorated portrait plate depicting King Louis XVI. Greatest diameter 9.5 inches (24.1cm).
Lot: 131 - GERMAN & FRENCH PORTRAIT PLATES, C. 1900.
GERMAN & FRENCH PORTRAIT PLATES, C. 1900. Comprising four lovely individual portrait plates. From left to right, top to bottom, they include: a Royal Munich-marked plate with female artist and gilt-decorated borders; a Royal Vienna plate with dark-haired woman with flowers in her hair; a hand-painted mandolin player, artist-signed Greiner and verso with mark of Carl Thieme; and a portrait of a young woman with laurel wreath, artist-signed Issanchou with gilt-decorated green borders and underside with M. Redon Limoges mark. The greatest diameter 9.75 inches (25cm).
Lot: 132 - 6 BEAUTIFUL CABINET PLATES.
6 BEAUTIFUL CABINET PLATES. Comprising six ornately decorated cabinet plates, two hand painted and artist signed, the others transfer decorated. Maker's marks include Chateau de St. Cloud, Royal Schwarzburg, Royal Austria, and others. Greatest diameter 10.75 inches (27.3cm).
Lot: 133 - 5 HAND PAINTED CABINET PLATES.
5 HAND PAINTED CABINET PLATES. From top to bottom, left to right, they include a beautiful Dresden porcelain cabinet plate with pierced gilt rim and pink luster ground, centered with a finely painted portrait of a young beauty; a Royal Vienna-marked portrait plate of a young beauty in a landscape, artist signed A. Heer; a Rudolstadt-marked cabinet plate of a young beauty on a cliff with ornate raised gilt-decorated borders; and an Imperial Austria cabinet plate decorated with a young beauty. Greatest diameter 9.5 inches (24.1cm).
Lot: 134 - FLIGHT BARR & BARR & OTHER ENGLISH PORCELAIN.
FLIGHT BARR & BARR & OTHER ENGLISH PORCELAIN. Comprising a very fine Chinoiserie footed, hand-painted, and gold-decorated Flight Barr & Barr vase. Resting on a triangular base with squared corners below three heavily gilded paw feet supporting an urn-form vase with white raised beaded banding and flared gilded rim. The sides painted with two craftsmen on a matte cobalt ground. The underside inscribed: Flight Barr & Barr Royal Porcelain Works, Worcester, London House, 1 Coventry Street, height 3.6 inches. Together with a Royal Worcester ornithological hand-painted cup and saucer with gilt and beaded banding, underside with Royal Worcester mark and retailer's mark of Richard Briggs, Boston. Diameter of saucer 6.5 inches. And a cobalt and gilt-decorated cup and saucer as shown, unmarked with the exception of decorators' or pattern number 1209. Diameter of saucer 6 inches.
Lot: 135 - GOOD EUROPEAN PORCELAIN GROUP.
GOOD EUROPEAN PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising six individual pieces, including a good Italian Ginori Doccia porcelain relief beaker, the underside with gold leaf mark, height 4.5 inches (11.4cm); an Old Paris relief-molded gilt and floral-decorated footed campana beaker and underplate; a Dagoty Old Paris topographical cup with hand-painted scene and burnished gilt decoration; a likely Meissen topographical cup with hand-painted scene titled Het Paleis; an English double-handled loving cup, the front painted with a bucolic lakeside scene and the verso with gilt dedicatory inscription, "Alfred Postance R. N Governor of the Grafton St Industrial School, Liverpool, 1875"; and a finely painted porcelain plaque of Frederick the Great on horseback in a glazed wood frame.
Lot: 136 - 3 LIKELY FRENCH LARGE PORCELAIN CUPS & SAUCERS, 19TH C.
3 LIKELY FRENCH LARGE PORCELAIN CUPS & SAUCERS, 19TH C. Comprising a large cup with painted medallion portrait of a Persian on blue ground with gilt banding and matching saucer, diameter of saucer 7 inches (17.5cm). Together with two other cups and saucers with matching saucers, each with transfer- and hand-decorated female portraits.
Lot: 137 - MEISSEN AND KPM PORCELAIN CUPS & SAUCERS.
MEISSEN AND KPM PORCELAIN CUPS & SAUCERS. Comprising 6 matching cups and saucers, including a good gilt and blue decorated KPM cup and saucer inscribed in German on cavetto "May she cast her most beautiful rays upon your future days," and the underside of cup dated Bettina d 19 Novbr 1811, the cup with burnished gilt sun, as well as a Meissen cup with clover and the gilt symbols of Faith, Hope, and Charity, a footed KPM porcelain portrait cup and saucer, and a large KPM cup in saucer (cup damaged), and others as shown. Greatest diameter 7.1 inches (18.4cm).
Lot: 138 - 15 MOSTLY SEVRES PORTRAIT CUPS.
15 MOSTLY SEVRES PORTRAIT CUPS. Comprising a good group of mostly Sevres porcelain portrait cups, four with matching saucers, depicting various figures including Napoleon, Frederick the Great, and others as shown, most with red Imperial Sevres mark and other Sevres marks, and one Rosenthal example. A good offering. Greatest diameter of saucer 5.5 inches (13.5cm). Greatest height of cup 4.5 inches (11.5cm).
Lot: 139 - GOOD BIEDERMEIER PORCELAIN GROUP.
GOOD BIEDERMEIER PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising eight large Biedermeier period porcelain cups and saucers. Including one topographical example, three portrait cups, one with oval medallion portrait of Empress Maria Feodorovna, wife of Tsar Paul I. Only two marked, including a floral decorated matching cup and saucer with blue underglaze KPM mark, and a cobalt and gilt decorated example with the mark of Schmeisser Porzellan Manufaktur. Greatest saucer diameter 7.25 inches (18.4cm), largest cup height 5.25 inches (13.3cm).
Lot: 140 - 12 PORCELAIN PORTRAIT CUPS & SAUCERS.
12 PORCELAIN PORTRAIT CUPS & SAUCERS. Comprising twelve portrait cups with matching saucers depicting various figures, including Louis XVI, Napoleon, Josephine, and other figures, as shown. Seven with Imperial Sevres mark, one blue beehive mark, two crowned N marks, and one marked Meissen. Greatest diameter saucer 5.6 inches (14.2cm). Greatest height cup 4.25 inches (10.8cm).
Lot: 141 - BIEDERMEIER PORCELAIN CUPS & SAUCERS GROUP.
BIEDERMEIER PORCELAIN CUPS & SAUCERS GROUP. Comprising a good group of mostly French hand-decorated cups and saucers, some with Sèvres marks, one with Royal Vienne (blue beehive) mark, together with a pair of matching cylindrical pink porcelain decorated vases on three gilt ball feet, as well as others as shown. Greatest height 4.3 inches (10.5cm), greatest diameter 5.5 inches (14cm).
Lot: 142 - ROYAL VIENNA PORCELAIN GROUP.
ROYAL VIENNA PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising seven hand-painted cobalt and gold-decorated demitasse cups and saucers, most painted with romantic scenes as well as some classical scenes; greatest cup height 3.5 inches, greatest diameter 5 inches, underside of each with beehive mark and some inscribed with titles. Together with three Royal Vienna gold- and mauve-decorated pieces, including a bottle-form vase, small teapot, and an ewer; greatest height 5.75 inches, underside of each with beehive mark and one titled "Venus and Amor." As well as a Sèvres hand-painted cobalt and gilt-decorated demitasse cup and saucer and two unmarked cobalt and gilt-decorated demitasse cups as shown.
Lot: 143 - FRENCH PORCELAIN GROUP.
FRENCH PORCELAIN GROUP. Consisting of six individual pieces, comprising three matching pairs, including a pair of Sevres faux malachite and gilt-decorated footed urn-form vases, height 10 inches (25.4cm), a pair of matching Old Paris covered footed serving dishes, marked Dagoty, Paris, and a pair of gold and cobalt-decorated Chateau de St. Cloud Sevres bowls. Diameter 9.5 inches (24.1cm).
Lot: 144 - FRENCH & OTHER PORCELAIN GROUP.
FRENCH & OTHER PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising six individual pieces, including a large and impressive cylindrical vase with flared rim, exquisitely painted with a bucolic landscape depicting figures near a lakeside waterfall, indistinctly marked on underside, probably Old Paris, height 9 inches (22.9cm). Together with a turquoise and gilt-decorated compote with pierced rim, probably Minton; a footed porcelain waste bowl with floral bouquet decoration, the underside signed Schoelcher; a matching pair of Old Paris porcelain corbeilles; and a Limoges floral-decorated vase with flared rim.
Lot: 145 - WILLAM MOORCROFT PERSIAN VASE, C. 1914.
WILLAM MOORCROFT PERSIAN VASE, C. 1914. Comprising a fine William Moorcroft double handled Persian vase, circa 1914. Of double gourd form, impressed Burslem mark, and underglaze green signature. Height 9.5 inches (24.1cm).
Lot: 146 - 5 PCS DOULTON AUTUMN FOLIAGE.
5 PCS DOULTON AUTUMN FOLIAGE. Comprising four vases and jardinière in Royal Doulton Autumn Foliage pattern, each with impressed marks on underside. Greatest height 12 inches (30.5cm).
Lot: 147 - INTERESTING ENGLISH CERAMICS GROUP.
INTERESTING ENGLISH CERAMICS GROUP. Comprising a blue jasperware footed bowl banded in relief cameo-style classical figures, a Doulton Lambeth Slaters baluster-form vase with raised turquoise and white decoration on a stippled gilt ground, underside stamped Julius Slaters, a Doulton Burslem pitcher, a Doulton figural bottle, a Doulton Doctor Samuel Johnson bottle with salt-glaze finish, a Royal Crown Derby urn-form footed vase with cobalt and gilt decoration, and a pair of Staffordshire J.T. Jones songbird figures. Greatest height 10 inches (25.4cm).
Lot: 148 - 2 MASSIVE METTLACH STEINS.
2 MASSIVE METTLACH STEINS. Comprising two large incised and polychrome Mettlach steins. Including a large tapered cylindrical stein celebrating famous composers, at center the personification of music, the rim banded with profile bust portraits of famous composers, each named and with hinged pewter lid, the underside with Mettlach castle mark and impressed mold number 2126, hairline crack on rim of foot, overall height 22.75 inches (57.8cm). Together with a hunting themed Mettlach jug, with oak trunk handle and double acorn thumb lift, underside with Mettlach castle mark and impressed mold number 1690, hairline crack across ceramic domed lid, overall height 18.5 inches (47cm).
Lot: 149 - 3 METTLACH CHARGERS.
3 METTLACH CHARGERS. Comprising a matching pair of two men smoking pipes, verso of one marked Dec. 80, the other Dec. 81, and with Villeroy & Boch Mettlach mark, diameter of each 17.25 inches (43.8cm). Together with an engraved Mettlach charger depicting the coronation of Charlemagne, verso with impressed Mettlach castle mark and mold number 1048, diameter 15.75 inches (40cm).
Lot: 150 - PR OF METTLACH PUNCHBOWLS.
PR OF METTLACH PUNCHBOWLS. Comprising a pair of ornate, incised, and colorfully glazed punch bowls. One with dolphin handles, the other with gryphon handles. The underside of each with Mettlach mark and model numbers 2088 and 1859. Both without lids, greatest height 11.75 inches (29.8cm).
Lot: 151 - LARGE METTLACH JASPERWARE CHARGER.
LARGE METTLACH JASPERWARE CHARGER. Finely sculpted in bas-relief, depicting figures dancing beneath grapevines. Verso with impressed Mettlach castle mark, and impressed mold number 7037, plaque diameter 18 inches (45.7cm). Overall, including velvet-lined frame, 32 x 31 inches (81.3 x 78.7cm).
Lot: 152 - RARE GERMAN GLAZED FLASK/SCHRAUBFLASCHE.
RARE GERMAN GLAZED FLASK/SCHRAUBFLASCHE. Comprising a highly unique glazed hand-thrown ceramic flask (schraubeflasche), likely German, 19th century. Four-sided ovoid form with indented oval reserves, each depicting a full-length swaddled baby, the shoulders with glazed flower heads. Set in a spread-ring pewter foot and with pewter screw-on cap with swivel handle. Perhaps a Christening gift. The glaze is unique compared to most German ceramics of this period and closely resembles Palissy ware. Height with handle extended 13.25 inches (34cm).
Lot: 153 - FINE HAND PAINTED PORCELAIN PLAQUE.
FINE HAND PAINTED PORCELAIN PLAQUE. Depicting a finely painted porcelain plaque illustrating a scene from Shakespeare's King John, depicting the moment Hubert decided not to blind the young Arthur after the painting by Thomas Stothard (1755–1834). Apparently unmarked but finely painted. 8.8 x 7 inches (22.3 x 17.8cm) overall, including velvet-lined frame, 14.8 x 13 inches (37.6 x 33cm).
Lot: 154 - PR OF HAND PAINTED CERAMIC PLAQUES C. 1900.
PR OF HAND PAINTED CERAMIC PLAQUES C. 1900. Comprising a pair of European finely painted ceramic plaques, each depicting young beauties in flowing robes, one holding grapes, the other flowers, and each contained in matching gilt frames. Each plaque measuring 20.25 x 8 inches (51.4 x 20.3cm), and overall including frame 25.5 x 13.5 inches (64.8 x 34.3cm).
Lot: 155 - HAND PAINTED FRENCH PLAQUE.
HAND PAINTED FRENCH PLAQUE. Comprising an oval concave plaque with finely painted figure of a nobleman in medieval attire with feathered hat and dagger. Artist initialed lower right J.B. within a gilt oval frame, set in a larger gilt frame with red velvet backing. Height of plaque 13.5 inches (34.3cm), overall including frame 19.5 x 16.5 inches (49.5 x 41.9cm).
Lot: 156 - FINE PAINTED CERAMIC PLAQUE.
FINE PAINTED CERAMIC PLAQUE. Comprising a finely painted ceramic plaque of a young boy seated in a landscape after the French painter Catherine Lusurier (1752 – 1781), artist signed "N. Bingham," 16 x 12 inches (40.9 x 30.5cm). Overall, including frame, 22.25 x 18.25 inches (56.5 x 46cm).
Lot: 157 - IMPRESSIVE HAND PAINTED DELFT PLAQUE, 19th C.
IMPRESSIVE HAND PAINTED DELFT PLAQUE, 19th C. Comprising a large and impressive hand-painted Delft plaque depicting a young shepherdess herding sheep on a wooded lane, after the painting by Hendrick van de Sande Bakhuyzen (Dutch 1798-1860). Signed lower right in Dutch After Bakhuyzen. The plaque 19.5 x 12.25 inches (49.5 x 31.1cm), overall including its likely original oak frame 25 x 17.6 inches (63.5 x 44.7cm).
Lot: 158 - PR LARGE PATARRINO KNIGHTS.
PR LARGE PATARRINO KNIGHTS. Comprising a pair of large, impressive, finely sculpted gilt and glaze decorated standing knights (repaired shield on one). Together with a smaller musketeer, each signed. Greatest height 17.25 inches (43.8cm).
Lot: 159 - PATARINNO HEAD OF CHRIST.
PATARINNO HEAD OF CHRIST. Comprising a finely sculpted and glazed bust of Christ with crown of thorns (Ecce Homo), resting on original wood base, signed Prof. E. Patarrino, Italy. Overall height on base 12.5 inches (31.8cm).
Lot: 160 - PR OF PATTARINO GLAZED MADONNAS.
PR OF PATTARINO GLAZED MADONNAS. Comprising a pair of beautifully sculpted glazed and gilt decorated figures including a seated Madonna and Child and a standing Madonna and Child (some losses and old repairs). Underside of each marked Prof. E. Pattarino. Greatest height 14.5 inches (36.8cm).
Lot: 161 - PR OF PATARRINO RELIGIOUS FIGURES.
PR OF PATARRINO RELIGIOUS FIGURES. Comprising a full-length freestanding glazed and gilt decorated figure of Moses. Together with a lovely glazed half-round sculpted wall plaque of Saint Anthony of Padua holding the infant Christ, both signed Prof. E. Patarrino. Greatest height 13.25 inches (33.7cm).
Lot: 162 - PR FRENCH CLASSIC LEGRAS WINTER SCENE VASES & ANOTHER.
PR FRENCH CLASSIC LEGRAS WINTER SCENE VASES & ANOTHER. Comprising a good large matching pair of enameled vases decorated with winter dusk scenes, Legras, circa 1915. Both on spread base and with pinched rim. The underside of each with polished ground pontil. Unmarked but typical of Legras. Height of each 11 inches (27.9cm). Together with a later Art Deco style bamboo decorated cameo glass vase of tapering cylindrical form. Unmarked. Height 11.5 inches (29.2cm).
Lot: 163 - PR OF ORIENT & FLUME ART GLASS VASES.
PR OF ORIENT & FLUME ART GLASS VASES. Both of baluster form and in blue iridescent glass, one decorated with pull feather design, the other in an overall swirl pattern. The underside of each with polished ground pontil, both engraved Orient & Flume and one with original paper label. Greatest height 7.75 inches (19.7cm).
Lot: 164 - STEVENS & WILLIAMS POMPEIAN SWIRL VASE.
STEVENS & WILLIAMS POMPEIAN SWIRL VASE. Comprising a good Stevens & Williams Pompeian Swirl glass stick-form vase, amber and pink satin finish, with ground pontil. Height 7 inches.
Lot: 165 - GOOD STEVENS & WILLIAMS SWIRL VASE.
GOOD STEVENS & WILLIAMS SWIRL VASE. Comprising a good Stevens & Williams Pompeian Swirl glass stick vase. Green and amber satin finish with ground pontil. Height 12.25 inches.
Lot: 166 - LARGE STEVENS & WILLIAMS SWIRL VASE HT 16.75”.
LARGE STEVENS & WILLIAMS SWIRL VASE HT 16.75". Comprising a large and impressive Stevens & Williams Pompeian swirl bottle-form vase, satin finish with flared rim. Height 16.75 inches.
Lot: 167 - IMPRESSIVE STEVENS & WILLIAMS SWIRL VASE.
IMPRESSIVE STEVENS & WILLIAMS SWIRL VASE. Comprising a large and impressive Stevens & Williams Pompeian Swirl glass bottle-form vase, with flared rim and ground pontil. Height 19 inches.
Lot: 168 - MT. WASHINGTON BURMESE TOOTHPICK, ORIGINAL LABEL.
MT. WASHINGTON BURMESE TOOTHPICK, ORIGINAL LABEL. Comprising a fine Mt. Washington Glass Company diamond quilted and enamel decorated Burmese toothpick. The underside with original Mt. W. G. Co paper label. Height 2.75 inches.
Lot: 169 - BACCARAT & OTHER GLASS WARES.
BACCARAT & OTHER GLASS WARES. Comprising five individual pieces, including a red Baccarat crystal arched centerpiece from the ‘Bambou Torse' model. Together with a finely etched and tinted Baccarat vase of tapering form, a pair of likely Bohemian ruby red flashed, etched and gilt decorated footed goblets, and a German glass beer stein with frosted goat's head on front and the lid with inset frosted glass monkey face. Greatest measurement 12 inches (30.5cm).
Lot: 170 - PAIRPOINT AMBERO PAINTED BOWL.
PAIRPOINT AMBERO PAINTED BOWL. Comprising a Pairpoint Ambero reverse-painted floral decorated vase with ice chip finish. The ground pontil signed Ambero. Diameter 8.5 inches (21cm), height 3.25 inches.
Lot: 171 - 5 PIECES OF LALIQUE.
5 PIECES OF LALIQUE. Comprising 5 individual Lalique glassware items, including a Lalique Liberty Eagle, height 9.5 inches (24.1cm), a Lalique Luxembourg Frosted Glass Cherubs group, height 8 inches (20.3cm), a hinged lidded box with raised wheat motif, width 5.75 inches (14.6cm), Lalique Pimlico Bird with blue head, height 5 inches (12.7cm), and a fish. Each piece signed Lalique.
Lot: 172 - 4 PIECES OF BACCARAT & ST. LOUIS CRYSTAL.
4 PIECES OF BACCARAT & ST. LOUIS CRYSTAL. Comprising 3 Baccarat glass figures, including an eagle, crouching nude, and geometric abstract composition (chipped). Together with a St. Louis crystal polar bear. Greatest height 9.5 inches (24.1cm).
Lot: 173 - CUT GLASS PERFUMES.
CUT GLASS PERFUMES. Comprising a matching pair of Austrian amber flashed and etched glass bottle form perfumes, the collar and bell-shaped stopper in translucent amber enamel over a guilloche wavy ground, resting in gilt enameled footed stands. Together with two matching (albeit different sizes) cylindrical perfumes with amber flashing and bulbous fitted stoppers. Greatest height 9.5 inches (24.1cm).
Lot: 174 - INTERESTING ART GLASS GROUP.
INTERESTING ART GLASS GROUP. Comprising seven individual pieces, both contemporary and antique, including five paperweights: the largest indistinguishably signed and dated 2005; another signed Mac Studio and dated 1990; a tropical fish paperweight, apparently unsigned; an Orient and Flume paperweight; and another signed Michael J. Reid and dated 1995. Together with a pair of matching antique cased glass white and emerald green cut back mantel vases with scalloped rims and hand painted flowers. Greatest diameter 16.5 inches (41.9cm).
Lot: 175 - SET OF BACCARAT STEMWARE.
SET OF BACCARAT STEMWARE. Comprising twelve matching wine glasses in Auvergne Perigord pattern, height 6.5 inches (16.5cm), and four cordials in Nancy pattern, height 3.25 inches (8.3cm).
Lot: 176 - INTERESTING VINTAGE CUT GLASS GROUP.
INTERESTING VINTAGE CUT GLASS GROUP. Comprising six individual pieces, including a matching pair of footed and etched crystal goblets, marked Hawkes, height 6.25 inches. Together with a Hawkes etched and footed glass finger bowl, diameter 5.25 inches; an impressive etched glass plate, diameter 10 inches; an etched and footed glass urn-form vase with gilded rim, height 6.25 inches; and an etched and cut glass footed jar, height 4.75 inches.
Lot: 177 - GILT DECORATED RUBY RED GLASS.
GILT DECORATED RUBY RED GLASS. Comprising a pair of gilt decorated ruby red glass objects, probably Bohemian, circa 1890. Including a heavy handled mixer(?) of knife form with rounded blade, the handle heavily decorated with gilt scroll work, length 8.5 inches (21.5cm). Together with a footed vase with floral gilt decoration, height 6.5 inches (16.5cm).
Lot: 178 - PR FRENCH BOULLE MARBLE TOP CABINETS, 19TH C.
PR FRENCH BOULLE MARBLE TOP CABINETS, 19TH C. Comprising a good pair of French boulle and ormolu decorated marble top single-door cabinets. Measurements of each, height 42.5 inches (108.0cm), width 38.5 inches (97.8cm), depth 15.5 inches (39.4cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 179 - ORNATE FRENCH ORMOLU AND MARQUETRY CHEST.
ORNATE FRENCH ORMOLU AND MARQUETRY CHEST. Comprising a good 19th century French chest with two large drawers beneath three upper drawers and with shaped slightly overhanging veined beveled-edged green marble surface. Height 37.75 inches (95.9cm), width 60.5 inches (153.7cm), depth 22.5 inches (57.2cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 180 - ORNATE FRENCH MARQUETRY CABINET.
ORNATE FRENCH MARQUETRY CABINET. Comprising an impressive French ormolu-mounted cabinet. The two doors with intricate marquetry floral bouquets within an oval ormolu-formed reserve, the corners with further inlaid florals, and the frieze banded with florals and strapwork, beneath a slightly overhanging shaped marble surface. Height 43 inches (109.2cm), width 42.5 inches (108.0cm), depth 16.25 inches (41.3cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 181 - ATTRACTIVE FRENCH NAPOLEON III ORMOLU CABINET.
ATTRACTIVE FRENCH NAPOLEON III ORMOLU CABINET. Comprising an attractive Paul Sormani style mahogany and kingwood ormolu two-door cabinet. The doors with large bas-relief oval bronze plaques depicting classical scenes, the corners with finely cast half-length female figures and with shaped slightly overhanging marble surface. Height 39.25 inches (99.7cm), width 48.5 inches (123.2cm), depth 16.25 inches (41.3cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 182 - PR FRENCH GILT & PATINATED BRONZE CANDELABRA.
PR FRENCH GILT & PATINATED BRONZE CANDELABRA. Comprising a fine matching pair on rouge marble bases, raised on gilt bun feet, each set with a patinated bronze figure, one of a young satyr and the other of a putto, each holding a gilt cornucopia arm upon which rests two classical urn-form candle sockets in gilt bronze, as shown. Height 12.5 inches (31.8cm).
Lot: 183 - FRENCH EMPIRE SIDE CHAIR.
FRENCH EMPIRE SIDE CHAIR. Comprising a lovely ormolu-decorated French Empire side chair with green fabric and gold star patterns. Very fine room-ready condition. Height 36.25 inches (92.1cm), width 22.25 inches (56.5cm), depth 24 inches (61.0cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 184 - PAIR OF FRENCH EMPIRE SIDE CHAIRS.
PAIR OF FRENCH EMPIRE SIDE CHAIRS. Comprising an attractive pair of matching French Empire style, ormolu-mounted side chairs with gilt bronze winged griffin knees and gilt bronze sphinx-form armrest supports, covered in green silk with gilt wreaths and medallions. Height 41.5 inches (105.4cm), width 29.5 inches (74.9cm), depth 30 inches (76.2cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 185 - BEAUTIFUL FRENCH EMPIRE BED.
BEAUTIFUL FRENCH EMPIRE BED. Comprising an attractive ormolu and bronze decorated French Empire bed. The sides and front rail set with ormolu ornaments. The footboard posts surmounted with classical patinated bronze busts and the headboard with carved polychrome wood urns. Height 65 inches (165.1cm), length 85 inches (215.9cm), and width 62.5 inches (158.8cm). Mattress insert measures 77.75 x 54.5 inches and accommodates a standard full (double) mattress. LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 186 - ATTRACTIVE EMPIRE MAHOGANY RECAMIER.
ATTRACTIVE EMPIRE MAHOGANY RECAMIER. Comprising a dainty ormolu curved mahogany recamier or fainting couch resting on carved paw feet and with gilt star-covered blue fabric. Room ready. Height 37.5 inches (95.3cm), width 70 inches (177.8cm), depth 25.5 inches (64.8cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 187 - GOOD WILLIAM & MARY STYLE HIGH BOY.
GOOD WILLIAM & MARY STYLE HIGH BOY. Comprising an inlaid William and Mary style highboy with a five-drawer top over a three-drawer base resting on six turned legs joined by curved stretchers. Each drawer with inlaid scrolling floral decoration. Height 57.5 inches (146.1cm), width 42 inches (106.7cm), depth 18 inches (45.7cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 188 - VERY FINE WALNUT HALL TREE & UMBRELLA STAND.
VERY FINE WALNUT HALL TREE & UMBRELLA STAND. Comprising a very fine American walnut mirror-backed hall tree flanked by four ornate cast coat hooks beneath a carved cornice and with marble top center cabinet at base flanked by two umbrella holders with original drip pans. Room ready. Height 91 inches (231.1cm), width 43 inches (109.2cm), depth 15.5 inches (39.4cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 189 - FINE AMERICAN MAHOGANY CABINET, C. 1890.
FINE AMERICAN MAHOGANY CABINET, C. 1890. Comprising a very fine American Gilded Age carved and curved glass mahogany cabinet. Serpentine front with carved side posts and frieze, side glass panes, and mirrored interior with four shaped conforming wood shelves. Height 69 inches (175.3cm), width 47 inches (119.4cm), depth 17 inches (43.2cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 190 - VERY FINE CARVED MAHOGANY SIDEBOARD.
VERY FINE CARVED MAHOGANY SIDEBOARD. The base raised on carved paw feet beneath carved tapering columns surmounted with carved lions' heads flanking three lower doors beneath three pull-out drawers above. The upper section with mirrored back and finely carved winged griffin side posts supporting a slightly overhanging carved frieze. Room ready. Height 67 inches (170.2cm), width 69.25 inches (175.9cm), depth 26 inches (66.0cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 191 - PR UNIQUE FRENCH SIDE TABLES.
PR UNIQUE FRENCH SIDE TABLES. Comprising a pair of interesting and unique oval side tables resting on spread feet set with patinated bronze bearded horned masks, supporting a quatrefoil stretcher set with a songbird on pedestal urn, and with unique cast bronze stork-form legs supporting an oval surface. The frieze banded in bas-relief bronze floral swags and figures, beneath a slightly overhanging inlaid surface. Each measuring height 27 inches (68.6cm), width 28.25 inches (71.8cm), depth 19.25 inches (48.9cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 192 - KIMBEL & CABUS EBONIZED CABINET.
KIMBEL & CABUS EBONIZED CABINET. Comprising a great Kimbel and Cabus Modern Gothic ebonized cabinet circa 1875. Ebonized wood frame with large brass hinges and the doors inset with glazed tiles with maker's mark for Lea & Boulton, England. Height 60.75 inches, width 43.75 inches, depth 15.5 inches. LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 193 - GOOD AMERICAN AESTHETIC MOVEMENT SECRETARY.
GOOD AMERICAN AESTHETIC MOVEMENT SECRETARY. Comprising an attractive petit ebonized and inlaid American aesthetic movement secretary desk, probably Herts Brothers, New York, circa 1880. The base with ebonized fluted tapering column legs with gilt highlighting, and the stretcher centered by a carved urn beneath a single drawer with inlay and a fluted drawer front with lock. The desk opening to reveal an inset leather-covered writing surface, and the outside face with a floral inlaid central cartouche, and inside cubby holes above three drawers with carved and inlaid fronts beneath an overhanging shelf top supported by patinated metal winged figures, and the crest with a patinated medallion of an angel playing a violin. Exquisite. Height 66.5 inches, width 28 inches, depth 16.5 inches. LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY. Provenance: Bargain John's Antiques, Lexington, Nebraska, where acquired by owner in 2004 for $8,500. Comes with original receipt of purchase.
Lot: 194 - GREAT RENAISSANCE REVIVAL PEDESTAL.
GREAT RENAISSANCE REVIVAL PEDESTAL. Comprising an ornate burled, carved, inlaid and open work Renaissance Revival pedestal with rectangular surface with squared corners and inset marble. Height 36 inches, width of top 15 inches, depth of top 11 inches. LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 195 - ORMOLU DECORATED MARBLE PEDESTAL.
ORMOLU DECORATED MARBLE PEDESTAL. Comprising an ornate ormolu-mounted marble pedestal stand, with ormolu feet, square stepped base, square pedestal set with ormolu decorative plaques beneath an overhanging square green marble surface above a gilt bronze decorative support, as shown. Height 43.25 inches (109.9cm), top surface 10.25 x 10.25 inches (26.0 x 26.0cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 196 - LOUIS XV STYLE BUREAU PLAT.
LOUIS XV STYLE BUREAU PLAT. Comprising an attractive French Louis XV style ormolu-mounted writing table or desk (Bureau Plat), with ormolu-mounted cabriole legs, the knees set with gilt bronze faces, single pull-out drawer with ormolu hardware and green inlaid leather surface. Height 30.5 inches (77.5cm), width 42.75 inches (108.6cm), depth 22.5 inches (57.2cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 197 - FRENCH LOUIS XV CONSOLE CHEST.
FRENCH LOUIS XV CONSOLE CHEST. Comprising an ornate and impressive ormolu and marquetry console chest, on cabriole legs, with two drawers, beneath a shaped and beveled marble surface. Height 36.5 inches (92.7cm), width 56.25 inches (142.9cm), depth 25.25 inches (64.1cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 198 - UNIQUE CARVED GARGOYLE CONSOLE TABLE, 19TH C.
UNIQUE CARVED GARGOYLE CONSOLE TABLE, 19TH C. Comprising an impressive carved Renaissance Revival console table with large carved spread-winged gargoyle, flanked by twist-carved pedestal supports, beneath a carved shaped frieze, with a slightly overhanging surface. Height 31.5 inches (80.0cm), width 58.75 inches (149.2cm), depth 19.25 inches (48.9cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 199 - CLASSIC REGENCY MAHOGONY CENTER TABLE.
CLASSIC REGENCY MAHOGONY CENTER TABLE. Comprising a Regency or Regency style center table. The shaped platform resting on carved claw feet supporting a carved baluster pedestal rising from a carved acanthus form beneath a polished mahogany slightly overhanging circular top. Height 28.5 inches (72.4cm), diameter 38.5 inches (97.8cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 200 - PR ELABORATE CARVED & GILT WOOD MIRRORS, 19TH C.
PR ELABORATE CARVED & GILT WOOD MIRRORS, 19TH C. Comprising a matching pair of ornately carved and gilt wood frames, the crest featuring a cherub face among intricately carved scrolling acanthus leaves between matching acanthus finials. The inner and outer frame with elaborate carved scrollwork, the outer glass panes featuring repeating etched stars, and the skirt repeating the acanthus motifs from the crest. 63.5 x 38.25 inches (161.3 x 97.2cm).
Lot: 201 - LOVELY PETITE BIEDERMEIER MAHOGANY WARDROBE.
LOVELY PETITE BIEDERMEIER MAHOGANY WARDROBE. With side columns terminating with Corinthian capitals beneath a slightly arched cornice above a double-paneled single door and with shaped setback stepped crest. Height 71 inches (180.3cm), width 48.25 inches (122.6cm), depth 21.25 inches (54.0cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 202 - FRENCH EMPIRE MAHOGANY CABINET.
FRENCH EMPIRE MAHOGANY CABINET. Comprising an attractive French Empire ormolu decorated mahogany cabinet. The side columns with gilt bases and capitals, two glass doors opening to reveal a shelved interior. Greatest height 62 inches (157.5cm), width 39.75 inches (101.0cm), depth 14.75 inches (37.5cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 203 - FRENCH NAPOLEON III CREDENZA.
FRENCH NAPOLEON III CREDENZA. Comprising an attractive French Napoleon III marquetry credenza. With bowed skirt and glass door, beneath a single drawer with side glass panels and extensive gilt bronze figural appliques and overhanging shaped and beveled rouge marble surface. Height 40.25 inches (102.2cm), width 39.75 inches (101.0cm), depth 16.25 inches (41.3cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 204 - IMPRESSIVE LOUIS XV VITRINE.
IMPRESSIVE LOUIS XV VITRINE. Comprising an impressive mahogany display cabinet with curved glass front and sides, and ornate chased ormolu decoration in floral and foliate motifs, resting on four ormolu-mounted curving tapered legs. The interior damask covered, and with red twisted cord-trimmed velvet base. Height 56.25 inches (142.9cm), width 27.25 inches (69.2cm), depth 14 inches (35.6cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 205 - CARVED ITALIAN RENAISSANCE CABINET, 19TH C.
CARVED ITALIAN RENAISSANCE CABINET, 19TH C. Comprising an impressive and profusely carved Italian Renaissance style cabinet. The base resting on carved paw feet beneath heavily carved tapered legs, terminating in masks beneath two pull-out drawers and above a large door with carved architectural recesses flanked by figures. The sides carved with stacked figures and animals, and the frieze similarly carved beneath a gadrooned banded cornice. The top section separates from base to simplify transport. Height 70 inches (177.8cm), width 42 inches (106.7cm), and depth 21.75 inches (55.2cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 206 - GOOD GABRIEL VIARDOT STYLE CARVED GILT WOOD MIRROR, 19TH C.
GOOD GABRIEL VIARDOT STYLE CARVED GILT WOOD MIRROR, 19TH C. Comprising a finely carved and gilt wood griffin clutching in its claws a tapering rectangular mirror with squared corners in the style of noted French furniture maker Gabriel Viardot (1830–1906). With fine and deeply carved gilt wood features including sharp teeth and protruding tongue. 30 x 25.5 inches (76.2 x 64.8cm).
Lot: 207 - ATTRACTIVE FRENCH EMPIRE TABLE.
ATTRACTIVE FRENCH EMPIRE TABLE. The trefoil base resting on cast bronze paw feet. The tapering baluster wood central pedestal supported by three scroll brackets, beneath a shaped surface set with ormolu masked appliques, with overhanging metal-banded rim, and parquetry surface. Height 29 inches (73.7cm), greatest diameter 21.5 inches (54.6cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 208 - 19TH C. CARVED & GILT WOOD WALL MIRROR.
19TH C. CARVED & GILT WOOD WALL MIRROR. Comprising an ornate Rococo style carved gilt wood wall mirror, 19th century. The crest featuring the bust of a maiden flanked by putti and surrounded by intricate floral and acanthus leaf scrollwork, the inner frame carved with ornate scrollwork and connected to outer frame with repeating rocaille motifs, and the skirt with elaborately carved acanthus and floral details. 74 x 47 inches (188.0 x 119.4cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 209 - CLASSICAL MAPLE PEDESTAL STAND.
CLASSICAL MAPLE PEDESTAL STAND. With tapering legs terminating with gilt bronze winged caryatid busts beneath a beveled frieze with ormolu-mounted plaques as shown. Height 55.5 inches (141.0cm), width 17.5 inches (44.5cm), depth 17.5 inches (44.5cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 210 - MARBLE TOP WALNUT NIGHTSTANDS.
MARBLE TOP WALNUT NIGHTSTANDS. Comprising a matching pair of Louis XV style nightstands. With carved figural corner posts and each with single door beneath pull-out drawer and with matching marble tops. Height 35.25 inches (89.5cm), width 16 inches (40.6cm), depth 21 inches (53.3cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 211 - LOUIS XV STYLE CHEST OF DRAWERS.
LOUIS XV STYLE CHEST OF DRAWERS. Comprising an ornate Louis XV style marquetry chest of drawers. On ormolu-mounted cabriole legs, beneath three pull-out drawers centered with gilt bronze swags, under a serpentine beveled rouge marble surface. Height 31.25 inches (79.4cm), width 27.5 inches (69.9cm), depth 15.5 inches (39.4cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 212 - IMPRESSIVE CARVED & GILT WOOD WALL MIRROR, 19TH C.
IMPRESSIVE CARVED & GILT WOOD WALL MIRROR, 19TH C. Comprising a large and impressive carved and gilt wood Italian Rococo style, 19th century. The crest featuring two carved putti flanking a central finial amongst acanthus leaf and floral scrolls, the frame and skirt with intricate scrollwork and a repeating floral and acanthus wreath motif, exterior mirror panels and interior frame encasing beveled mirror plate. 89.5 x 37.5 inches (227.3 x 95.3cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 213 - PETITE FRENCH EMPIRE MAHOGANY NIGHTSTAND.
PETITE FRENCH EMPIRE MAHOGANY NIGHTSTAND. Comprising a petite and attractive French Empire mahogany and ormolu decorated nightstand with tambour door above a single swing-out door with gilt-mounted side columns and slightly overhanging marble top. Height 30.25 inches (76.8cm), width 15.25 inches (38.7cm), depth 13 inches (33.0cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 214 - FRENCH STYLE TAPERED PEDESTAL STAND.
FRENCH STYLE TAPERED PEDESTAL STAND. On bracket feet of tapering form with ormolu mounts, beveled rim, and rouge marble surface. Height 45.25 inches (114.9cm), width 17.25 inches (43.8cm), depth 9.25 inches (23.5cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 215 - FRENCH EMPIRE GILT BRONZE PEDESTAL TABLE.
FRENCH EMPIRE GILT BRONZE PEDESTAL TABLE. Resting on the stepped marble base, a gilt bronze socle pedestal supporting three fluted columns with capitals beneath a triangular platform with squared corners upon which rests three finely cast gilt bronze dolphins beneath a gilt metal-banded circular rouge marble surface. Height 24.75 inches (62.9cm), diameter of top 9.25 inches (23.5cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 216 - ROCOCO REVIVAL CARVED CONSOLE TABLE.
ROCOCO REVIVAL CARVED CONSOLE TABLE. Of traditional form with carved Queen Anne legs terminating in ball and claw feet, and heavily carved skirt centered with carved shell. Height 27.25 inches (69.2cm), width 54.5 inches (138.4cm), depth 17.25 inches (43.8cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 217 - ATTRACTIVE CARVED OAK CONSOLE TABLE.
ATTRACTIVE CARVED OAK CONSOLE TABLE. With heavily carved scroll supports terminating in paw feet set on a solid shaped stretcher beneath an incorporated mirror and with overhanging white marble top. Height 32.5 inches (82.6cm), width 46.5 inches (118.1cm), depth 22 inches (55.9cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 218 - ATTRACTIVE & INTERESTING MAHOGANY CABINET.
ATTRACTIVE & INTERESTING MAHOGANY CABINET. Of upright rectangular form with single drawer on base and single drawer at top beneath an overhanging beveled raised cornice. The large single door opening to reveal two shelves beneath an elliptical cut spoon rack shelf at top. Height 61.75 inches (156.8cm), width 26 inches (66.0cm), depth 16 inches (40.6cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 219 - FINE RENAISSANCE REVIVAL CABINET, C. 1880.
FINE RENAISSANCE REVIVAL CABINET, C. 1880. Comprising a beautiful American walnut Renaissance Revival cabinet, Allen & Brother, Philadelphia. With tapering corner columns, large, paneled door with corner rosettes and applied carved decoration beneath a single pull-out drawer with tear drop pulls and beveled rouge marble top. Height 42.5 inches, width 33 inches, depth 19.5 inches. LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 220 - PR LOUIS XVI STYLE SIDE TABLES.
PR LOUIS XVI STYLE SIDE TABLES. Each on cabriole ormolu-mounted legs, the shaped skirt with gilded bronze putti beneath an overhanging metal-banded shaped surface with parquetry inlay. Height 32 inches (81.3cm), width 19.25 inches (48.9cm), depth 19.25 inches (48.9cm).
Lot: 221 - FINE WALNUT DOUBLE COLUMN PEDESTAL.
FINE WALNUT DOUBLE COLUMN PEDESTAL. Comprising a finely crafted double column walnut pedestal with stepped rectangular base and surface, circa 1890. Height 43 inches. Dimensions of surface 9.5 x 16.4 inches.
Lot: 222 - INTERESTING FRENCH EMPIRE PEDESTAL STAND.
INTERESTING FRENCH EMPIRE PEDESTAL STAND. Of tapering three-legged form with ormolu mounts and lower shelf beneath a marble surface at top. Height 41 inches (104.1cm), width 13 inches (33.0cm).
Lot: 223 - FLUTED MARBLE PEDESTAL.
FLUTED MARBLE PEDESTAL. Comprising a fluted marble pedestal stand on an octagonal base with an overhanging round surface. Height 44.25 inches (112.4cm), diameter of surface 15 inches (38.1cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 224 - RENAISSANCE REVIVAL THRONE CHAIR.
RENAISSANCE REVIVAL THRONE CHAIR. Comprising a heavily carved high back throne chair with large carved paw legs and lion head armrests, and heavily carved side posts and crest. With cane seat and backrest. Height 68.25 inches (173.4cm), width 36.5 inches (92.7cm), depth 22.75 inches (57.8cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 225 - PR OF NEOCLASSICAL GUERIDON TABLES.
PR OF NEOCLASSICAL GUERIDON TABLES. Comprising a pair of likely French Neoclassical style Gueridon tables. Of traditional style and with polished stone surface. Height 26.75 inches (67.9cm), diameter 17 inches (43.2cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 226 - ATTRACTIVE VINTAGE DISPLAY CASE.
ATTRACTIVE VINTAGE DISPLAY CASE. With single glass door beneath an overhanging cornice and cloth-lined interior and recently illuminated. Greatest height 75.5 inches (191.8cm), width 42.75 inches (108.6cm), depth 24.5 inches (62.2cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 227 - PR DECORATIVE CASKETS.
PR DECORATIVE CASKETS. Comprising a large and impressive inlaid wood casket resting on four gilt ball feet, with domed hinged lid and brass handles. 15 x 9 x 8 inches (38.1 x 22.9 x 20.3cm). Together with a laminated casket on bracket feet, with ornate scroll decoration and locking hinged lid. 12 x 7.25 x 3.5 inches (30.5 x 18.4 x 8.9cm).
Lot: 228 - A REGENCY STRUNG MAHOGANY WHEEL BAROMETER.
A REGENCY STRUNG MAHOGANY WHEEL BAROMETER. With silvered hydrometer, thermometer, mirror, 8-inch dial, and level, signed G. Croce, Yorks. Height 38 inches.
Lot: 229 - ENGLISH BURNT BAMBOO ETAGERE, 19TH C.
ENGLISH BURNT BAMBOO ETAGERE, 19TH C. With four scalloped and beveled edged shelves, the supports terminating in brass hardware. Height 36.25 inches (92cm), width 18 inches (45.7cm), depth 12.5 inches (31.8cm).
Lot: 230 - PAIR OF TIFFANY STYLE LILY LAMPS.
PAIR OF TIFFANY STYLE LILY LAMPS. Comprising a pair of patinated bronze three-arm Tiffany style Lily lamps, each with three gold iridescent shades, the rims signed Lundberg Studios. Height of each 12.75 inches (32.4cm), length of each shade 5 inches (12.7cm).
Lot: 231 - PR NEO CLASSICAL BRASS TABLE LAMPS.
PR NEO CLASSICAL BRASS TABLE LAMPS. On squared triangular bases with tapering pedestals, each with three arms set with faux candles and above two electric light sockets. A nice matching pair. Height 34 inches (86.4cm), diameter of shade 15.75 inches (40cm).
Lot: 232 - POLISHED BRASS MERMAID DESK LAMP.
POLISHED BRASS MERMAID DESK LAMP. Finely cast winged mermaid holding a candle socket with a faux white metal candle supporting a single light socket and a black painted metal shade. Height 27.5 inches.
Lot: 233 - FRENCH BRONZE LAMP, 19TH C.
FRENCH BRONZE LAMP, 19TH C. Comprising a finely cast French bronze compote style base of triangular form with notched corners and hooved feet, supporting a tapering column, with gilt ornamentation beneath a pierced rim bowl and with pierced cover, from which emits a two-socket light with swan finial. Overall height 21.25 inches (54cm).
Lot: 234 - FRENCH FIGURAL LAMP.
FRENCH FIGURAL LAMP. Comprising a charming figure of a young child with two light sockets of flowering form and overlaid with cut glass grapes. Signed on base Aug. Moreau. Height 21 inches (51cm).
Lot: 235 - GROUP OF VINTAGE FURNITURE ORNAMENTATION.
GROUP OF VINTAGE FURNITURE ORNAMENTATION. Comprising twelve individual pieces, mostly French, including four matching pairs consisting of both gilt bronze, gilt metal, and painted metal furniture appliques, as shown, some framed, some loose. Greatest measurement of frame 16.25 x 16.25 inches.
Lot: 236 - PR OF NAPOLEONIC RELATED FRAMED IMAGES.
PR OF NAPOLEONIC RELATED FRAMED IMAGES. Comprising a Wedgewood oval bas-relief plaque of Nelson contained in a gilt-lined glazed mahogany frame, overall including frame 14.5 x 12.75 inches. Together with a good watercolor of a Napoleonic French Grenadier signed M. Clesinger, dated 1928, and contained in glazed frame with gilt ornamentation as shown, overall measuring 14.75 x 11 inches.
Lot: 237 - SET OF CAST IRON GARDEN URNS.
SET OF CAST IRON GARDEN URNS. Comprising two matched sets and one larger example as shown. Each of traditional classical form. Greatest height 30.75 inches (78.1cm), greatest diameter 23 inches (58.4cm).
Lot: 238 - FINE SLOOP OF WAR WOOD MODEL SHIP, C. 1890’S.
FINE SLOOP OF WAR WOOD MODEL SHIP, C. 1890'S. Comprising a finely handcrafted three-masted polychrome and wood sloop-of-war model ship made by Dr. James Grant Gilchrist (1842–1906). Of good proportions and accurate plank-on-frame construction with detailed rigging, individually carved boarding boats, cannons, masts, and rigging. With hand-stitched silk American flag. Length 52.5 inches, width 13.5 inches, height 40.75 inches. Accompanied by a custom-made wood carrying box. The ship was built by Civil War veteran and noted physician Dr. James Grant Gilchrist (1842–1906), who enlisted in the 40th Pennsylvania Militia in July 1863, studied medicine, became head of surgery at the University of Iowa, and was later appointed Colonel in the 3rd Regiment, Iowa National Guard. A good model in original untouched condition. LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY. Provenance: Deacessioned from the University of Iowa, December 2025
Lot: 239 - A ROMAN LEGIONNAIRES SWORD.
A ROMAN LEGIONNAIRES SWORD. A finely crafted facsimile of a double-edged Roman Legionnaire's sword. Length 27 inches (68.6cm).
Lot: 240 - PR OF TEAK LOUNGE CHAIRS ATTRB TO VAN BEUREN.
PR OF TEAK LOUNGE CHAIRS ATTRB TO VAN BEUREN. Comprising a good matching pair of teak and woven raffia lounge chairs, circa 1950, attributed to Michael van Beuren (1911-2004). Featuring sturdy teakwood frames with multi-strand checkerboard woven raffia seat. Height 36 inches, depth 31.5 inches, width 25 inches. Unmarked.
Lot: 241 - THREE LUCITE MODERN TABLE LAMPS.
THREE LUCITE MODERN TABLE LAMPS. Comprising three modern table lamps, including a Karl Springer style stacked helix spiral Lucite table lamp, height 20.5 inches, and a pair of crystal and polished silver-toned metal table lamps, each with a stem composed of stacked crystal cubes and cylinders raised on a polished metal base, height 23 inches each.
Lot: 242 - A FRENCH STYLE AUBUSSON IMPERIAL CARPET.
A FRENCH STYLE AUBUSSON IMPERIAL CARPET. With central medallion and overall decorated with Napoleonic period Imperial elements. 128.5 x 95 inches (326.4 x 241.3cm).
Lot: 243 - LARGE ROOM SIZE ORIENTAL CARPET.
LARGE ROOM SIZE ORIENTAL CARPET. Comprising a large and attractive Indo-Isfahan room-size carpet with large central medallion on a blue field and with flower-banded border. Rug measuring length 151 inches (383.5cm), width 107.75 inches (273.7cm).
Lot: 244 - GROUP OF 4 ORIENTAL CARPETS.
GROUP OF 4 ORIENTAL CARPETS. Comprising three carpets of varying sizes, patterns, and styles. The largest 118 x 69.25 inches (299.7 x 175.7cm), the smallest 38 x 23.25 inches (96.5 x 59cm).
Lot: 245 - EXCEPTIONAL MATTHEW STOTHART SCRIMSHAW.
EXCEPTIONAL MATTHEW STOTHART SCRIMSHAW. Comprising a fossilized walrus tusk finely scrimshawed, depicting a grizzly bear pursuing a trout with tinted accents, and resting on a custom wood stand. Signed M. Stothart. Overall length including stand 7.75 inches (19.7cm).
Lot: 246 - MASSIVE MATTHEW STOTHART SCRIMSHAW.
MASSIVE MATTHEW STOTHART SCRIMSHAW. Comprising a large fossilized mammoth tusk, expertly scrimshawed with a bison hunt after the painting by Charles Russell, with tinted accents, and resting on a custom-made Ken Fredericks wood stand. Signed M. Stothart. Overall length including stand 15 inches (38.1cm), height on stand 4 inches (10.2cm).
Lot: 247 - ARTIST SIGNED SCRIMSHAWED MAMMOTH TUSKS.
ARTIST SIGNED SCRIMSHAWED MAMMOTH TUSKS. Comprising a pair of finely scrimshawed and polychromed mammoth tusk remnants, each depicting a bighorn mountain sheep, each signed Muller, for noted Alaskan scrimshaw artist Mary Muller, and both resting on conforming custom-made wood stands. Greatest height, including custom stand, 17.75 inches (45.1cm).
Lot: 248 - COMPLETE HAND ILLUMINATED ANTIPHONARY, 16TH CENTURY.
COMPLETE HAND ILLUMINATED ANTIPHONARY, 16TH CENTURY. Comprising a hand-illuminated antiphonary of The Saints of the Three Orders of our Seraphic Father, Saint Francis, probably Italian or Spanish and probably 16th century. Containing 343 hand-illuminated leaves on laid paper in Latin, each with hymns and containing a good number of illuminated initials (some as illustrated). The last page with the Index of the Offices of the Saints of the Order of Friars Minor, including: Office of the Immaculate Conception, p. 1; Triumph of the Most Holy Name of Jesus, p. 113; Office of Saint Margaret of Cortona, p. 146; Office of Saint Colette, p. 149; Office of Saint Catherine of Bologna, p. 189; Office of Saint Gabriel the Archangel, p. 206; Office of Saint Raphael the Archangel, p. 231; Translation of Saint Peter of Alcantara, p. 254; Office of Saint Paschal Baylon, p. 259; Office of Saint Bernardino of Siena, p. 301; Offices Recent and for many Most Holy Saints. Leather-covered wood boards with iron domed studs, missing leather-covered spine and clasp, measuring 21 x 14 inches (53 x 36cm).
Lot: 249 - 16 HISTORIC NAPOLEONIC VOLUMES, C. 1823-1879.
16 HISTORIC NAPOLEONIC VOLUMES, C. 1823-1879. Comprising the seven-volume set "France Under Napoleon I," London, Henry Colburn & Company and Martin Bossange & Company, 1823. Complete seven-volume set with red gilt leather spines, marbled boards, and gilt tipped pages. Each volume measurement 8.25 x 5.5 inches (21 x 14cm). Together with the four-volume set "Memoirs of Napoleon," Count de Las Cases, London, Henry Colburn, 1836, with gilt decorated green and red leather spines and marbled boards. Each tome 6.7 x 4.3 inches (17 x 10.9cm). Also including "The Signatures of Napoleon," J. Sainsbury, London, Charles Tilt, 1836. Leather spine, cloth covers, and leather corners. Ex Libris Paul E. Bechet, contains a variety of Napoleon signatures and various engravings, appears complete, a scarce volume, 11 x 9 inches (27.9 x 22.9cm).
Lot: 250 - LEATHER BOUND DE HUMANI CORPORIS FABRICA.
LEATHER BOUND DE HUMANI CORPORIS FABRICA. Comprising a very fine leather-bound facsimile edition of Andreas Vesalius's De Humani Corporis Fabrica (first published 1543, Basel). Folio (42 x 30cm). Illustrated throughout after the celebrated original woodcuts by Jan Stephan van Calcar. Half Morocco over marbled boards, with matching slipcase. A good, clean copy of this large-format reprint, complete with supplement. Published by De Forel, Amsterdam, 1975. De Humani Corporis Fabrica (1543) is, of course, considered the foundational text of modern anatomy. It revolutionized medicine by replacing centuries of flawed, animal-based medical dogma with accurate, groundbreaking illustrations based entirely on direct human dissection.
Lot: 251 - GOOD 18TH CENTURY GIRLS SAMPLER.
GOOD 18TH CENTURY GIRLS SAMPLER. Comprising a colored silk embroidered 18th century sampler, stitched with a hymn of gratitude to God, the borders in colorful florals, and at the base a bouquet within a basket, signed Susanna Norris and dated 1788. Contained in a possibly period gilt-glazed frame. Overall including frame 17 x 18.5 inches (43.2 x 47cm).
Lot: 252 - 2 GOOD NAVAJO SAND PAINTINGS.
2 GOOD NAVAJO SAND PAINTINGS. Comprising two Navajo sand paintings, including Corn Sand Painting - 1980 by noted Navajo artist James C. Joe (1920–2000), signed, titled, and dated on verso, 18 x 8 inches, overall including frame 24.3 x 14.5 inches. Together with Yei Be Chi - 1983 by Navajo artist Wilfred Ben Meyerson, signed, titled, and dated on verso, 16 x 8 inches, overall including frame 19 x 11 inches.
Lot: 253 - FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE FOOTED CASKET, MEIJI.
FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE FOOTED CASKET, MEIJI. Comprising a very fine Japanese Meiji period cloisonne enamel footed casket, of rectangular form with domed lid, resting on six raised legs. The sides banded in varicolored flower heads. The underside also enameled with two mum blossoms on a scrolling foliate ground. The hinged lid with an exquisite phoenix bird on a turquoise enameled ground, framed by flower heads and a butterfly. The interior gilded and engraved with cranes and a view of Mt. Fuji. Spectacular. 6 x 4.5 x 3.6 inches (15.2 x 11.5 x 9.1cm).
Lot: 254 - LARGE JAPANESE MEIJI CLOISONNE BOX.
LARGE JAPANESE MEIJI CLOISONNE BOX. Comprising a large and impressive cloisonne enamel box resting on four bracket feet, the sides banded in flowers, butterflies, and repeating patterns, the underside with three mums on a turquoise and green ground. The hinged lid with dragon and phoenix and opening to reveal a gilded interior with an engraved scene of Mt. Fuji and a crane in a mountainous landscape. 8 x 5.75 x 3.25 inches (20.3 x 14.5 x 8.3cm).
Lot: 255 - FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE FOOTED CASKET, MEIJI.
FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE FOOTED CASKET, MEIJI. Comprising a very fine Japanese Meiji period cloisonne enamel footed casket, of rectangular form with a slightly domed lid resting on six raised legs. The sides banded in varicolored flower heads and repeating patterns, the underside also enameled with a single mum blossom on a scrolling foliate enameled ground. The hinged lid with an exquisite phoenix bird on a turquoise enameled ground, framed by flower heads and a butterfly. The interior gilded and engraved with water scenes. Spectacular. 5.5 x 4 x 3.25 inches (15.2 x 11.5 x 9cm).
Lot: 256 - JAPANESE CLOISONNE CIGARETTE BOX, INABA, MEIJI.
JAPANESE CLOISONNE CIGARETTE BOX, INABA, MEIJI. Comprising a very fine Japanese cloisonne enamel cigarette box, Inaba, Meiji period. Of rectangular form, the sides banded in multicolored flower heads on a mint green ground, the lid with an intricate and ornate blossoming landscape with birds, the underside with a repeating scroll pattern and centered with the Inaba "baseball" mark. The hinged lid opens to reveal a brightly gilded, divided interior with engraved bamboo and birds. Length 6 inches (15.2cm), depth 4.75 inches (12cm), height 1.1 inches (2.5cm).
Lot: 257 - VERY FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOX, INABA, MEIJI.
VERY FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOX, INABA, MEIJI. Comprising a very fine Japanese cloisonne enamel box resting on four bracket feet, Inaba, Meiji period. The sides finely decorated with swans swimming amongst water lilies and irises, and the beveled fitted lid with a complex lily-decorated medallion on a black enameled ground. The interior lacquered, and the underside with Inaba "baseball" mark. Width 5 inches (12.7cm), height 2.75 inches (7cm).
Lot: 258 - LARGE CLOISONNE BOX AND TABLE SCREEN, MEIJI.
LARGE CLOISONNE BOX AND TABLE SCREEN, MEIJI. Comprising a large finely cloisonne enameled Japanese box with Thousand Flowers decoration, resting on gilt bracket feet and with gilded interior. 8 x 4 x 3 inches (20.5 x 10.2 x 7.6cm). Together with a four-panel enamel table screen featuring pheasants and songbirds among irises, peonies, and cherry blossom trees with a black ground, the bottom border featuring flower heads in a green ground, the back of the screen gilded and engraved with bamboo and birds and Inaba Workshop mark. 7.25 x 13 inches (open) (18.5 x 33cm), each panel 7.25 x 3 inches (18.5 x 7.6cm).
Lot: 259 - LARGE JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOX, INABA, MEIJI.
LARGE JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOX, INABA, MEIJI. Comprising a very fine and large Japanese cloisonne enamel box, Inaba, Meiji period. Of rectangular form, the sides banded in blue flower heads on a white ground, the lid with an intricate and ornate blossoming landscape with birds, the underside with repeating scroll pattern and centered with the Inaba "baseball" mark. The hinged lid opens to reveal a brightly gilded interior with engraved cranes and a dedicatory inscription. Length 9 inches (23cm), height 2.25 inches (6cm).
Lot: 260 - PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI.
PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of finely enameled larger boxes, Meiji. Both resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of both with songbirds amidst blossoming trees and flowers including irises and wisteria, one with a rickshaw, the sides banded in varicolored flower heads, the interior gilded and engraved with various scenes including Mount Fuji, and the underside of each with the mark of Inaba workshop. Each measuring 6.25 x 3.5 x 2.5 inches (15.9 x 8.9 x 6.4cm).
Lot: 261 - PR OF FINE JAPANESE SIGNED CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
PR OF FINE JAPANESE SIGNED CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising two larger finely crafted Japanese cloisonne boxes with mark of Inaba workshop. Both of rectangular form on gilt bracket feet with slightly domed hinged lids. The cover of one with chickens and chicks amidst blossoming trees on a sand-colored ground. The other with pheasants beneath wisteria on a salmon-colored ground. The sides of one banded in flower heads, the other with repeating scale patterns. The underside of each incorporating the Inaba mark. The interior of both gilded and one engraved. Both, 6.75 x 3.5 x 2.75 inches (17 x 9 x 7cm).
Lot: 262 - PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI.
PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of finely enameled boxes, Meiji. Both resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of both with songbirds amidst blossoming trees and flowers, the underside of each with the mark of Inaba workshop. Greatest size 4.5 x 4 x 2 inches (11.4 x 10.2 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 263 - PAIR OF JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOXES, MEIJI.
PAIR OF JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of very fine gilt and enameled boxes, each resting on bracket feet, the sides banded in flower heads, fans, and repeating patterns. The hinged lids with finely enameled butterflies or moths, the underside with a single mum on a colorful scrolling foliate ground. The interiors gilded, one engraved with butterflies, the other with flowers. Greatest size 4.75 x 3.75 x 2.25 inches (12 x 9.5 x 5.5cm). Exceptional craftsmanship.
Lot: 264 - 2 EXCEPTIONAL JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOXES, MEIJI.
2 EXCEPTIONAL JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising two very finely enameled boxes, each raised on bracket feet and enameled on all surfaces. One with fitted cover, the other with hinged lid, both decorated with an exotic phoenix, and the undersides decorated with mums. Both with gilded interiors, and one engraved with a view of Mt. Fuji. Greatest size 4.75 x 3.75 x 2.5 inches (12 x 9.5 x 6.5cm).
Lot: 265 - PAIR OF JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, ANDO.
PAIR OF JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, ANDO. Comprising a pair of finely enameled boxes, each resting on four bracket feet at each corner, the sides banded in colorful flower heads and repeating patterns, the hinged lids with blossoming landscapes and opening to reveal a gilded interior with engraved Mt. Fuji and a village scene. The underside of each with Ando "Maltese Cross" mark. Each measuring 4.25 x 3.5 x 2 inches (10.7 x 9 x 5cm).
Lot: 266 - 2 VERY FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOXES, MEIJI.
2 VERY FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOXES, MEIJI. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, the sides banded in colorful flower heads, the hinged lids with blossoming landscapes with birds, the interiors gilded, one with an engraved scene of Mt. Fuji, the other with bamboo and birds. The underside of each with unidentified makers' marks of a single katakana character, one within a six-petal flowerhead. Greatest size 4.75 x 3.75 x 2 inches (12 x 9.5 x 5cm).
Lot: 267 - PAIR OF JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOXES, MEIJI.
PAIR OF JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of finely enameled cloisonne dragon-decorated boxes. Each raised on bracket feet, the entire body enameled; the hinged lids with dragon motif, and the underside of each with mum. The interior of both gilded and engraved with cranes. One with lock. Both 4.8 x 3.8 x 2.2 inches (12 x 10 x 5.5cm).
Lot: 268 - PR JAPANESE INABA CLOISONNE ENAMELS BOXES.
PR JAPANESE INABA CLOISONNE ENAMELS BOXES. Comprising a fine pair of Japanese cloisonne enamel boxes, Meiji, both with Inaba mark. The hinged lid of one box with songbirds in a blossoming tree, banded by flowers. The other with a finely enameled phoenix within a shaped medallion on a goldstone-flecked ground. The sides banded in flowers, the underside of both with gilt scrolling foliage and with Inaba mark, and both resting on bracket feet. The interior of both gilded and with scenes, one with a butterfly, the other Mt. Fuji. Greatest size, 4.75 x 3.75 x 2.25 inches (12 x 9.5 x 6cm).
Lot: 269 - PR OF SIGNED JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
PR OF SIGNED JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of very finely enameled Japanese signed cloisonne boxes, Meiji. Both resting on gilt bracket feet, one of rectangular form, the hinged lid with blossoming flowers, birds, and butterflies on a white ground, and the sides banded in flower heads, the interior gilded and engraved with a view of Mt. Fuji, the underside with mark of Inaba workshop. The other square, the hinged lid with a pair of pheasants amidst blossoming flowers on a turquoise ground, the sides banded in repeating flower heads, the interior gilded and engraved with bamboo and birds, and the underside with mark of the Ando workshop. The largest 5.5 x 3.5 x 2.4 inches (14 x 9 x 6.3cm).
Lot: 270 - PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI.
PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI. Comprising a pair, both on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of one with birds amidst blossoming flower on moss green ground, the other with exotic bird, both banded in varicolored flower heads, and the enameled underside with "baseball" Inaba mark. The interior of both gilded and with engraved scenes. Greatest measurement 4.25 x 3.5 x 2 inches (11 x 9 x 5cm).
Lot: 271 - PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of finely enameled boxes, Meiji. Both resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of both with exotic bird within a shaped cartouche, overall enameled with repeating patterns and flower heads, and both with locks, the interior of both gilded with interior scenes. Greatest size 4.75 x 4 x 2.25 inches (12.1 x 10.2 x 5.7cm).
Lot: 272 - PR OF FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
PR OF FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of very fine larger Japanese enameled boxes, Meiji. Both on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of both with songbirds amidst blossoming trees and flowers, one with a yellow ground and the other in turquoise. The underside of each with two mums, and the interior of both gilded and engraved, one with carp and water. Both measure 5.5 x 4.25 x 2.75 inches (14 x 11 x 7cm).
Lot: 273 - PR OF EXQUISITE JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
PR OF EXQUISITE JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of Japanese finely enameled boxes, Meiji. Both on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of one with a phoenix, the other with fans, both banded in flower heads and fans, the underside of each in varicolored enamel with a large central mum medallion, the interior of each gilded and with engraved foliage and butterflies. Both measure 4.75 x 4 x 2.25 inches (12 x 10 x 5cm).
Lot: 274 - PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI.
PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of finely enameled larger boxes, Meiji. Both resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of both with songbirds and pheasants amidst blossoming trees and flowers, the sides banded in varicolored flower heads, the interior gilded and engraved with various scenes, and the underside of each with the mark of Inaba workshop. Each measuring 6.25 x 3.5 x 2.5 inches (15.9 x 8.9 x 6.4cm).
Lot: 275 - PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI.
PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of finely enameled boxes, Meiji. Both resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of one with blossoming flowers, wisteria and songbird, the other lid with songbirds, blossoming cherry trees and a rickshaw as shown, the sides banded in varicolored flower heads and repeating patterns, the interior gilded, and the underside of each with the mark of Inaba workshop. Greatest measurement 5.5 x 3.5 x 1.75 inches (14.0 x 8.9 x 4.4cm).
Lot: 276 - PR OF FINE SIGNED JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
PR OF FINE SIGNED JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of very finely enameled Japanese signed cloisonne boxes, Meiji. Both resting on gilt bracket feet. Both of rectangular form. The largest with hinged lid depicting two opposing exotic birds on a turquoise ground and banded in scrolling foliage. The sides banded in repeating patterns of shield reserves alternating with dragons and phoenixes, the underside with the mark of the Inaba workshop. The lid of the other box enameled with birds amidst blossoming flowers and trees on a yellow ground and the sides banded in flowers on a blue ground. The underside with the mark of the Inaba workshop. The interior of both gilded and one engraved with a view of Mt. Fuji. Greatest size 7.25 x 3.5 x 3 inches (18.5 x 9 x 7.5cm).
Lot: 277 - 2 SIGNED JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
2 SIGNED JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising two larger sized signed Japanese cloisonne boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lids decorated with blossoming flowers and trees, songbirds and a pheasant as shown. The sides banded in flowers and repeating patterns, the interior of both gilded and engraved with scenes. The underside of each with different unidentified marks. Both measuring 6.5 x 3.5 x 2.25 inches (16.5 x 8.9 x 5.7cm).
Lot: 278 - PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI.
PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of finely enameled boxes, Meiji. Including a large divided cigarette box, the hinged lid with flying cranes on a black ground, and banded with a repeating pattern, the other with a pheasant amongst blossoming flowers near crashing waves. Both with mark of Inaba workshop. Greatest measurement 6 x 4.75 x 2 inches (15.2 x 12.1 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 279 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, each with hinged lid, one decorated with a dragon, another with two exotic birds, and two with blossoming trees and songbirds, three with gilded interiors and carved scenes, another with enameled interior. Greatest measurement 4.75 x 3.75 x 2 inches (12.1 x 9.5 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 280 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet. One with fitted lid decorated with wisteria, cherry blossom, iris, camellias, and chrysanthemum. Three with hinged lids, one with a dragon in a cartouche with light blue ground, one with exotic bird in cartouche with green and goldstone flecked ground, and another with songbird and butterflies amongst chrysanthemums. Each with decoratively banded sides including flowers and repeating patterns. The interior of each gilded and three with various engraved scenes. Greatest measurement 4.75 x 4 x 2.25 inches (12.1 x 10.2 x 5.7cm).
Lot: 281 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising 4 finely enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji, each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of each decorated with florals and birds as shown, the interior of each gilded and engraved with various scenes. Each measuring 3.5 x 3 x 1.75 inches (8.9 x 7.6 x 4.4cm).
Lot: 282 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, each hinged lid decorated with blossoming trees, flowers including peonies, irises, and wisteria, birds, and butterflies, two banded with repeating patterns and flowers, the other two banded with flowers, bamboo, butterflies and birds, the interior of each gilded with various scenes. Each measuring 4.75 x 4 x 2 inches (12.1 x 10.2 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 283 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising 4 finely enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji, each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of each decorated with florals and birds as shown, the interior of each gilded and engraved with various scenes. Greatest measurement 4.25 x 3.25 x 2 inches (10.8 x 8.3 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 284 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lids decorated with blossoming trees, flowers and birds, one with pheasants in a cartouche with yellow ground, another with wading cranes as shown. The sides of three banded with repeating patterns, the last banded with fans and varicolored flower heads, each interior gilded and engraved with various scenes including Mount Fuji. Each measuring 4.75 x 4 x 2.25 inches (12.1 x 10.2 x 5.7cm).
Lot: 285 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lids decorated with various exotic birds, songbirds, blossoms, and Buddhistic symbols of luck as shown, the sides banded with repeating patterns, and each interior gilded, two interiors engraved with scenes including one of Mount Fuji. Each measuring 4.75 x 4 x 2.5 inches (12.1 x 10.2 x 6.4cm).
Lot: 286 - PR UNIQUE CHINESE ENAMEL CARD BOXES.
PR UNIQUE CHINESE ENAMEL CARD BOXES. Comprising a pair of finely enameled boxes. The fitted lids depicting the king and queen of hearts respectively, the sides banded with branches of cherry blossoms, the interior of each enameled. Each measuring 4 x 2.5 x 1.5 inches (10.2 x 6.4 x 3.8cm).
Lot: 287 - 8 JAPANESE CLOISONNE VASES, MEIJI.
8 JAPANESE CLOISONNE VASES, MEIJI. Comprising eight individual vases, the tallest with finely enameled cranes amidst wheat on a dark blue ground, 9.8 inches (24.5cm); the second tallest being four-sided and finely decorated with blossoming flowers and trees on a dark blue ground (center hole on base). A signed bottle-form vase with flared rim, finely decorated with wisteria, signed on underside of base with Ota Tameshiro flower blossom mark (some losses to enamel on base), as well as five additional examples decorated with various types of birds as shown and also on a dark blue ground. The smallest height 3.5 inches (9cm).
Lot: 288 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE LIDDED VESSELS, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE LIDDED VESSELS, MEIJI. Comprising four finely decorated lidded vessels, including a large and impressive baluster-form vessel, the shoulder banded with dragons and beneath repeating shield-form reserves decorated with butterflies, birds, and flowers, and the fitted lid with bud finial. Together with a three-footed bulbous covered jar, the sides finely decorated with reserves depicting opposing exotic birds and butterflies and with domed lid with large plum-form finial, as well as ribbed lidded vessel, the sides with four reserves, each differently decorated with blossoming flowers, birds, and a rooster, the fitted cover with dragons and bud blossom finial, and another lidded vessel on three raised feet, the sides with reserves depicting exotic birds and overall decorated with florals and scrolls on a goldstone-flecked ground. A fine offering. Greatest height 13 inches (33cm).
Lot: 289 - 7 FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE VASES, MEIJI.
7 FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE VASES, MEIJI. Comprising seven individual vases, including a matching set decorated with lilies on a blue ground with goldstone-flecked decoration. Together with a large vase with pheasant amongst blossoming flowers, and the others decorated with blossoming flowers and birds as shown. A good offering. Greatest height 12.5 inches (31.8cm).
Lot: 290 - 3 MATCHING JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL VASES, MEIJI.
3 MATCHING JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL VASES, MEIJI. Each finely decorated with floral and blossoming tree decoration on a dark blue ground as shown. One with Sato mark. 7.25 inches (18.5cm).
Lot: 291 - 10 JAPANESE MEIJI CLOISONNE ENAMEL VASE.
10 JAPANESE MEIJI CLOISONNE ENAMEL VASE. Comprising 10 very fine Japanese cloisonne vases, the largest in robin's-egg blue with flowering tree, underside marked Ota Kichisaburo, height 6 inches (15cm). Together with a very fine paneled vase with the mark of Takahara. Together with various other shaped and sized vases as shown.
Lot: 292 - 6 JAPANESE MATCHING PAIRS CLOISONNE VASES, MEIJI.
6 JAPANESE MATCHING PAIRS CLOISONNE VASES, MEIJI. Comprising six matching pairs of Japanese Meiji period cloisonne vases, each with finely rendered floral decoration on a dark blue ground as shown; the largest pair with unknown mark, a smaller pair with mark of Hattori Ryozo, and the smallest pair with mark of Yamatada. Greatest height 6 inches (15cm).
Lot: 293 - 14 JAPANESE CLOISONNE VASES, MEIJI AND LATER.
14 JAPANESE CLOISONNE VASES, MEIJI AND LATER. Comprising seven matching pairs of very fine Japanese cloisonne enamel vases of various shapes and sizes as shown, Meiji period and later. Greatest height 9.75 inches (25cm). A good group.
Lot: 294 - 13 PIECES JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL, MEIJI.
13 PIECES JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL, MEIJI. Comprising a good and varied group of cloisonne enamel vessels, including a five-piece stacking set with lid, a pair of matching footed covered jars, as well as censers, pitchers, and various vase forms as shown. Greatest overall height 7.5 inches (19cm).
Lot: 295 - 9 JAPANESE CLOISONNE VASES, MEIJI.
9 JAPANESE CLOISONNE VASES, MEIJI. Comprising a good and diverse group of different shapes and sizes, as shown, and with various decorations and motifs. Greatest height 9.75 inches (24.8cm).
Lot: 296 - 13 JAPANESE CLOISSONE COVERED VESSELS, MEIJI.
13 JAPANESE CLOISSONE COVERED VESSELS, MEIJI. Comprising 13 individual Japanese cloisonne enamel-covered vessels, including ginger jars and koros as shown. Each with finely decorated floral decoration and some with goldstone flecks, none apparently marked. Greatest height 6.25 inches (16cm). A good diverse offering.
Lot: 297 - 4 SIGNED JAPANESE GINBARI ENAMEL VASES.
4 SIGNED JAPANESE GINBARI ENAMEL VASES. Comprising four individual Japanese Ginbari-jippo signed vases including a bottle-form vase with dragon on blue translucent enamel ground, underside signed Ito Ichizaemon, height 9.8 inches (25cm). A four-sided vase with blossoming flowers, bamboo, and chickens on a light blue translucent ground, underside signed Ota, height 7.1 inches (18cm). Together with a trumpet-form vase with coiled dragon on a blue ground, underside with mark of Gonda Hirosuke, height 6 inches (15.5cm). And a charming miniature bottle-form vase with flowers on a translucent lilac ground, the underside with mark of Kawaguchi Bunzaemon, height 2.5 inches (6cm).
Lot: 298 - 12 JAPANESE ENAMEL VASES.
12 JAPANESE ENAMEL VASES. Comprising a group of mostly Ginbari enamel vases, including a variety of shapes, sizes, and motifs, including a large likely Ogasawara Shuzo (although unmarked) tsuki-jippo enamelled fish vase, the body with carved details visible through a translucent polychrome enamel design of two red and one brown carp swimming amid waterweeds on a granulated ground covered with translucent green and salmon enamel shading. Height 6.25 inches (16cm). Greatest overall height 7.25 inches (18cm). A good diverse group.
Lot: 299 - 13 JAPANESE ENAMELED VASES.
13 JAPANESE ENAMELED VASES. Comprising 13 individual vases decorated with Tsuiki-jippo and Tomei-jippo enamel. Including a large pair of matching eagles decorated vases. A pair of green cherry blossom vases. As well as two cigarette lighters and other vases as shown. One pair with Sato mark, and another with Ando mark. Greatest height 12 inches (30.5cm).
Lot: 300 - PAIR OF JAPANESE MEIJI CLOISONNE VASES.
PAIR OF JAPANESE MEIJI CLOISONNE VASES. Comprising a pair of very fine Japanese Meiji cloisonne enamel vases including a cased set depicting birds amongst flowers and trees on a dark blue ground. Together with a pair of brick-red panel vases with flowers and budding trees, the underside with an unknown mark. Greatest height 7.25 inches (18.5cm).
Lot: 301 - LARGE SIGNED JAPANESE ENAMEL VASE.
LARGE SIGNED JAPANESE ENAMEL VASE. Comprising a very fine and large signed Japanese tsuki-jippo enameled vase, the body with carved details visible through a translucent polychrome enamel design of two brown and one red carp swimming amid waterweeds on a granulated ground covered with translucent blue enamel shading, the base with stamped mark of Ogasawara Shuzo. Height 9.5 inches (24cm).
Lot: 302 - CHINESE CLOISONNE ENAMELED CENSER.
CHINESE CLOISONNE ENAMELED CENSER. Comprising a fine three-footed censer, the legs with lionhead mounts, the shoulders with mask-ring handles and the sides enameled with dragons chasing the pearl of wisdom, vented and enameled cover with coiled dragon finial. Height 13 inches (33cm).
Lot: 303 - 4 CHINESE CLOISONNE FIGURES.
4 CHINESE CLOISONNE FIGURES. Comprising a good group of four cloisonne and gilt-decorated figures, including a figure riding an elephant, a Buddha, and a figure riding a donkey as shown. Greatest height 12.5 inches (31.8cm).
Lot: 304 - CHINESE CLOISONNE HORSES.
CHINESE CLOISONNE HORSES. Comprising a pair of large and impressive cloisonne and gilt-decorated galloping horses, each with removable saddle, fully enameled overall with foliage, symbols, and repeating patterns. Height 15.5 inches (39.4cm), length 22.75 inches (57.8cm).
Lot: 305 - CHINESE & JAPANESE ENAMEL GROUP.
CHINESE & JAPANESE ENAMEL GROUP. Comprising seven individual pieces including a Chinese cloisonne enamel and gilt-decorated figural pricket candlestand resting on a conforming wood base, a Chinese cloisonne teapot signed on underside of base, a pair of matching Chinese cloisonne snuff bottles signed on underside of base, and another Chinese cloisonne snuff bottle with coral cabochon finial. Together with a fine Japanese ginbari-jippo floral decorated vase with Ota workshop mark on underside of base and a Japanese tomei-jippo translucent red enameled vase decorated with bamboo. A good diverse offering. Greatest height on stand 13.5 inches (34.3cm).
Lot: 306 - CHINESE CANTON FAMILLE JAUNE ENAMEL VASES.
CHINESE CANTON FAMILLE JAUNE ENAMEL VASES. Comprising a large hexagonal 6-panel vase finely decorated with birds, village seaside landscape, and florals. Height 14.8 inches (38cm). Together with a fine matching pair of Hu-form vases, each side with a large panel painted with birds on flowering branches, and the body overall with scrolling foliage on a yellow ground, and the neck with gilt handles, each resting on conforming wood stands. Overall height on stand 10 inches (25.5cm).
Lot: 307 - LARGE JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL DRESSER BOX, MEIJI.
LARGE JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL DRESSER BOX, MEIJI. Of rectangular form with rounded corners and a slightly domed hinged lid. Overall enameled, with the hinged lid decorated with masks and various flower forms, the lid with lock. 7.25 x 5.5 x 2.75 inches (18.5 x 14 x 7cm).
Lot: 308 - PAIR OF JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, ANDO.
PAIR OF JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, ANDO. Comprising a pair of finely enameled boxes, each resting on four bracket feet, one at each corner, the sides of one banded in colorful flower heads and repeating patterns, the other with fans, the hinged lid of one with a blossoming landscape, the other with ducks beneath blooming trees near water, and both opening to reveal a gilded interior with engraved Mt. Fuji and a village scene. The underside of each with Ando "Maltese Cross" mark. The greatest measurements 4.75 x 4 x 2 inches (12 x 10 x 5cm).
Lot: 309 - 3 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
3 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising three larger finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each with hinged lid, one with peacock with resplendent tail amidst blossoms and salmon ground, another with exotic bird and red ground, and the third with pheasants and songbirds amidst blossoming trees and flowers, each banded on the sides with repeating patterns, the resplendent peacock example with Inaba Kyoto mark on interior, the exotic bird and red ground with gilding and engraved scene on interior, and the pheasants as a large divided cigarette box. Greatest dimensions 6 x 4.75 x 2 inches (15.2 x 12.1 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 310 - 3 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
3 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising three finely enameled larger boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, each with hinged lid, one decorated with fans and an exotic bird, another with pheasants, blossoming trees and flowers on a blue goldstone flecked ground, and one with scattered hydrangea flower and leaf decoration. Each with decorative banded sides and one with repeating pattern, the interior of each gilded with various engraved scenes. Each measuring 6.25 x 3.5 x 2.5 inches (15.9 x 8.9 x 6.4cm).
Lot: 311 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Three resting on gilt bracket feet, three with hinged lids, one decorated with butterflies in a cartouche with black and goldstone flecked ground, one with blossoming cherry trees, songbirds, and butterflies, and one with fans, another example with fitted lid decorated with butterflies and flowers, the hinged examples all with gilded interiors with engravings of various scenes, the fitted lid example with enameled interior. Greatest measurement 4.75 x 3.75 x 2.25 inches (12.1 x 9.5 x 5.7cm).
Lot: 312 - 4 JAPANESE ENAMEL DRAGON BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE ENAMEL DRAGON BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, three with hinged lids and one with fitted lid, each prominently featuring a dragon, each banded with repeating patterns and floral decorations, one with fan decorations as well, the interior of each gilded with engraved scenes, and the underside of fitted lid example with large butterfly. Each measuring 4.75 x 4 x 2 inches (12.1 x 10.2 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 313 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lids of two decorated with dragons, another with butterflies, and one with blossoming trees and songbirds, each side banded with repeating patterns, one with lock, each interior gilded and engraved with various scenes. Each measuring 4.25 x 3.5 x 2 inches (10.8 x 8.9 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 314 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, three with hinged lids, one with fitted lid decorated with birds, flowers, blossoming trees, and butterflies as shown, each with varicolored flower heads banding the sides, and one with repeating pattern, each interior gilded and engraved with various scenes. Greatest measurement 3.5 x 3 x 1.75 inches (8.9 x 7.6 x 4.4cm).
Lot: 315 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lids decorated with flowers and blossoming trees, songbirds, and butterflies, one with rickshaw, one with yellow ground, and one with blue goldstone flecked ground, each interior gilded and engraved with scenes including two with Mount Fuji. Each measuring 4.25 x 3.5 x 1.75 inches (10.8 x 8.9 x 4.4cm).
Lot: 316 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of each decorated with various images including exotic birds, blossoming flowers and fans as shown, each banded with flowers and repeating patterns, the interior of each gilded and engraved. Greatest size, 3.75 x 3 x 2 inches (9.5 x 7.6 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 317 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Three resting on gilt bracket feet, three with hinged lids, one decorated with foo lion, another decorated with peacock in cherry blossoms, and one with exotic bird, another with fitted lid decorated with scrolls and lotus blossoms, the sides of two banded with repeating patterns, the example with foo lion with lock, and another with scroll and lotus blossom banded sides, the interior of each gilded, two with engraved scenes. Greatest measurement 4.25 x 3.5 x 2 inches (10.8 x 8.9 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 318 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four smaller finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lids of two decorated with blossoming trees, flowers, songbirds, and butterflies, another two with decorative fans, the sides of three banded with varicolored flower heads, and another with decorative fans banding the sides, each interior gilded, three engraved with scenes including one of Mount Fuji. One with Inaba "baseball" mark on underside. Each measuring 3.5 x 3 x 1.75 inches (8.9 x 7.6 x 4.4cm).
Lot: 319 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely enameled boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet and each with hinged cover, one decorated with irises and a butterfly, another with fans, one with fighting roosters, and one with birds amongst wisteria. Each banded with flower heads and repeating patterns, each with gilded interiors, three with engraved scenes, and one with unidentifiable mark on underside. Each measuring 4.25 x 3.5 x 2 inches (10.8 x 8.9 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 320 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, each with hinged lid, two decorated with exotic birds in cartouche with blue ground, and two elaborately decorated with fans, scrolls, and flowers, the interior of each box gilded and engraved with various scenes. Greatest measurement 5.5 x 4.25 x 2.5 inches (14.0 x 10.8 x 6.4cm).
Lot: 321 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Three resting on gilt bracket feet, and each with hinged lid, one decorated with Egyptian figures, wisteria, irises, and cherry blossoms, another with pheasants amidst peonies and other flowers, another a songbird with irises, and one with a scene featuring Mount Fuji, scrolls, and a screen, each decoratively banded with blossoms or a repeating pattern, and three with gilded interiors engraved with various scenes, one with enameled interior. The pheasant and peony example marked with Inaba workshop mark. Greatest measurement 4.75 x 4 x 2.5 inches (12.1 x 10.2 x 6.4cm).
Lot: 322 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of one decorated with blossoming trees, flowers and songbirds, another with blossoming trees, irises, and butterflies in a cartouche, two with exotic birds in a cartouche as shown, each banded with various flowers, varicolored flower heads, and repeating patterns, the interior of each gilded, three engraved with various scenes including one of Mount Fuji and another of a man running in a storm. Greatest size, 3.5 x 3 x 1.75 inches (8.9 x 7.6 x 4.4cm).
Lot: 323 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, two hinged lids decorated with exotic birds, another with pheasants nestled amidst blossoms, and one with blossoming trees, flowers including irises, and songbirds. Two boxes' sides banded with repeating patterns and the remaining boxes with sides banded with varicolored flower heads. Each interior gilded and engraved with various scenes. Each measuring 4.75 x 4 x 2.25 inches (12.1 x 10.2 x 5.7cm).
Lot: 324 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, one hinged lid decorated with flowers, blossoming trees, songbirds, and butterflies, another hinged lid with chrysanthemums and bamboo in a cartouche, and the final two with exotic birds in cartouches. Each banded with repeating patterns, some with flowers. Each with interior gilding and engraved scenes. Two marked on underside with Inaba mark. Greatest measurement 4.75 x 3.75 x 2 inches (12.1 x 9.5 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 325 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, and each with hinged lid, one decorated with dragon with goldstone ground, another with exotic bird, one with blossoming tree and flowers, and another with hydrangea flowers, three with sides banded with repeating patterns, each interior gilded and engraved with various scenes, and the dragon example marked with unidentified maker's mark. Greatest measurement 4.25 x 3.5 x 2 inches (10.8 x 8.9 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 326 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Two resting on gilt bracket feet, three with hinged lids, one with fitted lid, the lids decorated with various imagery as shown including a dragon, an exotic bird and butterflies, blossoming flowers, and a moth with flowers. The sides banded in conforming patterns. The interior of one gilded with engraved bamboo and songbirds, and one box lined in teak wood. Greatest measurement 4.75 x 3.25 x 2 inches (12.1 x 8.6 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 327 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, each with hinged lid, one decorated with cranes, bamboo, and flowers on green ground, three with songbirds, flowers, and blossoming trees of which two have yellow ground, two banded with varicolored flower heads, and the other two with repeating patterns, the interior of each gilded with engraved scenes. Each measuring 4.75 x 3.75 x 2 inches (12.1 x 9.5 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 328 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. One resting on gilt bracket feet, and another resting on gilt ball feet. Each with hinged lid. Two decorated with a pheasant among cherry blossoms, one of which has a blue goldstone flecked ground, and two decorated with lotus flowers and scrolling vine motifs. Each with decorative banding of flower heads or repeating patterns. One pheasant example with Inaba workshop mark on gilt interior, two with interiors lined with teak, and one with unadorned gilt interior. Greatest measurement 5.5 x 3.25 x 2.25 inches (14.0 x 8.3 x 5.7cm).
Lot: 329 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of each decorated with various images including exotic and songbirds, blossoming flowers and butterflies as shown, each banded with flowers and repeating patterns, the interior of each gilded, three engraved with songbirds and bamboo, the last engraved with Mount Fuji and a temple. Greatest size, 3.75 x 3 x 1.75 inches (9.5 x 7.6 x 4.4cm).
Lot: 330 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Two resting on gilt bracket feet, the two hinged lid examples with flowers and songbirds, one fitted lid example with a dragon, another rectangular with rounded corners decorated with sailing boats and Mount Fuji with a goldstone flecked sky. Three boxes with decorative banded sides. Two with gilded interiors, one carved with a scene, and two examples with enameled interior. Greatest dimensions 4.75 x 3.5 x 1.75 inches (12.1 x 8.9 x 4.4cm).
Lot: 331 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lids decorated with flowers, butterflies, and songbirds, each with decorative banding on the side including one example with repeating pattern, the interior of each gilded and engraved with various scenes including Mount Fuji. Each measuring 4.75 x 3.75 x 2 inches (12.1 x 9.5 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 332 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely enameled Japanese cloisonne enamel boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet with hinged lids. One decorated with pheasants and songbirds amongst cherry blossoms, another with dragon, one with songbirds amidst wisteria and irises, and one with wisteria and other flowers in an intricately patterned design. Each with decoratively banded sides including blossoming trees and repeating patterns, one with lock. The interiors of each gilded and engraved with various scenes including Mount Fuji. The example with pheasants and cherry blossoms marked with Inaba workshop mark on underside. Greatest measurement 4.5 x 4 x 2 inches (11.4 x 10.2 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 333 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI. Comprising four finely enameled boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of each with blossoming flowers and trees, butterflies and birds, as shown. The sides banded in varicolored flower heads, the interior of each gilded and engraved with various scenes including Mount Fuji, and the underside of each with the mark of Inaba workshop. Greatest measurement 4.25 x 3.5 x 2 inches (10.8 x 8.9 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 334 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. One resting on 6 raised feet and three resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of each decorated with various images including exotic and songbirds, blossoming flowers and butterflies as shown, each banded with flowers and repeating patterns, the interior of each gilded, two engraved with scenes, and three marked on underside with Inaba workshop mark, including footed example. Greatest size, 4.25 x 3.5 x 2.25 inches (10.8 x 8.9 x 5.7cm).
Lot: 335 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, each with hinged lid, one decorated with a dragon and swirling clouds, another with songbirds and blossoming trees in a dark blue goldstone flecked ground cartouche, one with an exotic bird and butterflies surrounded by cherry blossoms, flowers, and goldstone decorations, and another with a songbird amidst flowers and blossoming branches in a cartouche with light blue ground. The sides of three boxes banded with repeating patterns and the last with varicolored flower heads. The interior of each gilded and three engraved with various scenes. Greatest size 4.75 x 4 x 2.25 inches (12.1 x 10.2 x 5.7cm).
Lot: 336 - 6 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
6 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising six fine Japanese cloisonne enamel trinket boxes of varying shapes and sizes as shown, Meiji. The examples include two round boxes, two oval boxes, one diamond box, and one hexagonal box. Each elaborately enameled with motifs including Mount Fuji, a dragon in a goldstone flecked cartouche, flowers including wisteria and scrolling vines among others as shown. Three with enamel interiors, two with gilded interiors, and one fabric lined. Greatest measurement, diameter 4 inches (10.2cm), height 2.5 inches (6.4cm).
Lot: 337 - 5 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
5 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising five small finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. One resting on gilt bracket feet, each with fitted lid decorated with various dragons, butterflies, birds, flowers, and others as shown, two with gilded interior, and three with enameled interior. Greatest measurement 4 x 2.75 x 2 inches (10.2 x 7.0 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 338 - 4 JAPANESE ENAMELED BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE ENAMELED BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising 4 Japanese Ginbari and Tomei-Jippo cloisonne enamel boxes, Meiji. One in white with pink peony decoration with fitted lid and velvet lining, marked on underside with Ando sticker. One in green with bamboo decoration, hinged lid and gilded interior, marked with Inaba Kyoto workshop mark. Two in red with fitted lids, one decorated with flowers and songbird, the other with engraved dragon beneath translucent red enamel, the interiors fabric lined. Greatest measurement 5.5 x 3.75 x 2 inches (14.0 x 9.5 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 339 - ASAIN CLOISONNE ENAMEL GROUP.
ASAIN CLOISONNE ENAMEL GROUP. Comprising 6 individual Chinese, Japanese, and Korean enameled wares. Including a Korean marked 990% silver bottle-form vase in translucent blue enamel over a guilloche ground and decorated with peaches. Together with a Japanese miniature Tsuiki-Jippo floral decorated enamel vase, a small Japanese ginbari enameled cover box, the fitted lid with dragon and overall in translucent red enamel of gold foil flowers, a large Chinese rectangular enamel painted box decorated with flowers and songbird, and a pair of Chinese wood-lined rectangular enameled cigarette boxes, one with harbor scene, the other with blossoming flower, both in raised relief and both marked on underside of base CHINA. Greatest measurement (vase) height 7.4 inches (18.8cm).
Lot: 340 - JAPANESE CLOISONNE, MEIJI.
JAPANESE CLOISONNE, MEIJI. Comprising a large and impressive round cloisonne charger with two warriors and attendant in a snowy landscape, diameter 14.25 inches (36.2cm). Together with a very fine Japanese cloisonne tray of rectangular form with rounded corners, the interior decorated with lilies and the border banded with scrolling foliage, length 14.5 inches (36.8cm).
Lot: 341 - CHINESE AND JAPANESE CLOISONNE.
CHINESE AND JAPANESE CLOISONNE. Comprising four individual pieces, including a very fine Chinese dragon bowl, the interior finely decorated with fish, crabs, and shrimp, the sides banded with dragons chasing the pearl of wisdom and resting on a gilt ring foot, diameter 12 inches (30.5cm). Together with a Chinese plate, at center a foo lion, and another plate decorated with cranes and with gilt scalloped rim, and a fine enameled dragon plate as shown.
Lot: 342 - JAPANESE CLOISONNE PLATES, MEIJI.
JAPANESE CLOISONNE PLATES, MEIJI. Comprising a matching pair, each decorated with wisteria, diameter of each 9.75 inches (24.8cm), and a larger example decorated with a floral bouquet and the underside with fish-scale pattern and maker's mark, diameter 11.75 inches (29.8cm).
Lot: 343 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE PLATES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE PLATES, MEIJI. Comprising two large examples with scalloped rims, the cavetto of one with a dragon, the other with a phoenix, diameter of each 12 inches (30.5cm). Together with two other examples of similar size, each decorated with floral bouquets and butterflies, diameter of each 9.5 inches (24.1cm).
Lot: 344 - FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE TEA SERVICE.
FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE TEA SERVICE. Comprising an eleven-piece matching cloisonne tea service including a teapot, covered sugar, creamer, and four cups with matching saucers, height of teapot 6.5 inches (16.5cm). Together with two similarly decorated footed vases as shown.
Lot: 345 - 10 PCS JAPANESE CLOISONNE, MEIJI.
10 PCS JAPANESE CLOISONNE, MEIJI. Comprising a good group of ten individual Japanese cloisonne Meiji period pieces, including seven teapots, a covered sugar, covered creamer, and teacup as shown. Greatest height 7 inches (17.8cm).
Lot: 346 - 12 PIECES OF ASIAN SILVER AND ENAMEL.
12 PIECES OF ASIAN SILVER AND ENAMEL. Comprising a good group of varied silver and enamel wares, including a sterling Korean blue enamel teapot with matching cups, saucers, and vase. Each marked sterling. Two sets of matching silver and enamel round covered boxes with Chinese silver marks, and a large 99% silver oval covered enamel box and a large round 99% silver covered enamel box. Greatest height 8.25 inches (21cm). Greatest length 7.5 inches (19cm). Total weight 2600 grams.
Lot: 347 - 4 PAIRS OF CHINESE CLOISONNE VASES.
4 PAIRS OF CHINESE CLOISONNE VASES. Comprising four matching pairs of Chinese cloisonne enamel vases, including a very fine pair of tapering four-sided examples, each panel finely enameled with a mountainous landscape and resting on conforming carved wood stands, height on stands 13 inches (33cm). Together with a larger matching pair decorated with cranes amidst blossoming foliage, a pair of matching bottle-form vases with gilding, and another smaller pair as shown.
Lot: 348 - 10 PIECES OF JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL, MEIJI.
10 PIECES OF JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL, MEIJI. Comprising 15 individual Japanese cloisonne enamel pieces, including a large and impressive 6-panel vase decorated with dragons and exotic birds amidst florals, height 14.5 inches (37cm), a pair of matching vases with songbirds on flowering branches in a landscape against a robin's egg blue ground, height 12 inches (30cm), another pair of smaller matching vases, a large finely decorated bottle-form dragon vase against a goldstone-fleck ground, an iris-decorated vase also on goldstone-fleck ground, a footed covered jar with butterflies, and two other vases as shown.
Lot: 349 - 12 JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL VASE, MEIJI.
12 JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL VASE, MEIJI. Comprising 12 individual Japanese cloisonne enamel vases, including three matching pairs, a very fine iris-decorated vase, and a large bulbous-form vase with songbirds amidst blossoming tree branches, signed on underside of base DEAKIN BROS. & Co. JAPAN. Greatest height 7.3 inches (18.5cm).
Lot: 350 - 15 ASIAN ENAMEL VASES & OBJECTS.
15 ASIAN ENAMEL VASES & OBJECTS. Comprising 15 individual pieces, including a large Chinese cloisonne enamel vase decorated with plums and grapes on a black ground, three matching sets of vases as shown, two cloisonne enamel bottles, an enamel dog, a melon-shaped paneled tea caddy, a pair of Japanese chased silver-gilt and lacquer-decorated bronze vases, and a small Sino-Tibetan yellow porcelain teapot with metal frame. Greatest height 15.25 inches (28.5cm).
Lot: 351 - PR LARGE JAPANESE CLOISONNE VASES, MEIJI.
PR LARGE JAPANESE CLOISONNE VASES, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of large and impressive Japanese cloisonne vases, Meiji. Each decorated with opposing roosters, flowers, and doves. Some losses to one. Height 18 inches (45.7cm).
Lot: 352 - 3 LARGE JAPANESE ENAMEL VASES.
3 LARGE JAPANESE ENAMEL VASES. Comprising a matching pair of floral-decorated flared vases in Yusen-jippo and musen enamel, the underside with the Ando factory mark, height 11.25 inches (28.6cm). Together with an impressive yellow enameled vase with a colorful and detailed peacock, height 14.4 inches (36.6cm).
Lot: 353 - JAPANESE MUSEN ENAMEL GROUP.
JAPANESE MUSEN ENAMEL GROUP. Comprising 9 Japanese Musen enamel vases and boxes as shown, two with Ando factory marks, one with Sato mark. Together with a plique-a-jour vase as shown. Greatest height 7.5 inches (19.1cm).
Lot: 354 - 5 PR MATCHING JAPANESE VASES.
5 PR MATCHING JAPANESE VASES. Comprising 5 matching pairs of Japanese cloisonne vases, of various sizes, shapes, and decoration as shown. Greatest height 9.75 inches (24.8cm).
Lot: 355 - 12 JAPANESE MUSEN CLOISONNE VASES.
12 JAPANESE MUSEN CLOISONNE VASES. Comprising five matching pairs and two solos as shown, with various decorative motifs including flowers, bamboo, mountain landscapes, goldfish, and a rooster. Greatest height 7.25 inches (18.4cm).
Lot: 356 - PR MASSIVE CHINESE CARVED JADE URNS.
PR MASSIVE CHINESE CARVED JADE URNS. Comprising a large and impressive pair of carved spinach jade lidded vessels or urns. Each of cylindrical form, resting on four equally spaced foo lion legs, both sides with relief carved seated Buddhas on lotus thrones, the rim set with mask ring handles, and the fitted lid with censer style finial, surmounted by a coiled dragon. Height of each 19.75 inches (50.2cm).
Lot: 357 - 2 CHINESE CARVED JADE FIGURES.
2 CHINESE CARVED JADE FIGURES. Comprising two finely carved jade figures, one depicting a seated Guanyin, the other a male figure holding a foo lion beneath bats. Both finely carved in full round, with deep folds and flowing robes. Greatest height 6.5 inches (16.5cm).
Lot: 358 - CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE.
CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE. Comprising a spinach jade carved screen with carved bas-relief exotic bird set in a pierced carved wood stand, overall height 12.5 inches (32cm). Together with a carved hardstone shrine. The base with a Lónggui (dragon turtle) upon which rests a shrine with central reticulated medallion carved with good luck symbols, and above a seated Buddha within a flaming mandorla and resting on conforming pierced carved stand. Overall height 12 inches (30.5cm).
Lot: 359 - GROUP OF CHINESE CARVED SEALS & MORE.
GROUP OF CHINESE CARVED SEALS & MORE. Comprising three Shoushan carved seals, one modeled as a scholar's stone with relief-carved village landscape, and two carved as bamboo shoots, both surmounted with beetles, each in a conforming custom-made box. Each seal carved on underside. Greatest height of seal alone 2.8 inches (6.6cm). Together with a carved ebony inkstone box, the fitted lid with relief-carved opposing dragons and a flaming pearl. The box 11 x 6.25 x 2.75 inches (27.5 x 16 x 7cm).
Lot: 360 - EXCEPTIONAL CHINESE CARVED JADE FIGURAL GROUPING.
EXCEPTIONAL CHINESE CARVED JADE FIGURAL GROUPING. Comprising a very finely carved jade figural grouping depicting the Five Heavenly Maidens. Finely carved in full round with realistically carved facial features, deep folds, and flowing robes, resting on a conforming pierced carved wood stand. Overall height including stand 8.25 inches (21cm).
Lot: 361 - FINE CHINESE CARVED JADE BASKET VASE.
FINE CHINESE CARVED JADE BASKET VASE. Comprising a finely carved jade basket-form vase resting on a sea turtle, with scuttling crabs, resting on a conforming wood stand with wire inlay. Greatest height including stand 8 inches (20.3cm).
Lot: 362 - CHINESE CARVED JADE BUDDHA HAND.
CHINESE CARVED JADE BUDDHA HAND. Finely and deeply carved in full round with stippled surface and the interior with an emerging Buddha head. Height 10 inches (25.4cm).
Lot: 363 - TWO CARVED JADE GUANYIN FIGURES.
TWO CARVED JADE GUANYIN FIGURES. Comprising two carved spinach jade standing Guanyin figures, both carved in full round, of good anatomy and proportions, and with flowing robes, each standing on an integral double lotus throne and each on a conforming wood stand. Greatest height including stand 12.25 inches (31.1cm).
Lot: 364 - JAPANESE BRONZE FIGURAL GROUP, MEIJI.
JAPANESE BRONZE FIGURAL GROUP, MEIJI. Comprising an interesting patinated bronze figural grouping of the long-legged mythological figure Ashinaga seated on a rocky outcrop along the shore, and next to him the long-armed Tenaga raising a bowl above his head. Finely sculpted in full round with good details. Ashinaga and Tenaga are a famous duo of Yokai from Japanese folklore, representing teamwork. Ashinaga, with his long legs, carries Tenaga into the sea, allowing him to use his long sweeping arms to catch fish. A scarce and unique offering. Height 21 inches (53.3cm).
Lot: 365 - PAIR OF BRONZE JAPANESE ONI, MEIJI.
PAIR OF BRONZE JAPANESE ONI, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of finely sculpted patinated bronze standing Oni figures, each depicted atop a boulder and holding a plant-form bowl in outstretched arms. Height 10.75 inches (27.5cm).
Lot: 366 - LARGE JAPANESE BRONZE KORO, MEIJI.
LARGE JAPANESE BRONZE KORO, MEIJI. Comprising a large and impressive patinated bronze Koro, Meiji, the base with three figures supporting the large urn, decorated in high relief with songbirds in a landscape, with pierced rim and pierced vent cap, with foo lion finial. Height 40 inches (101.6cm).
Lot: 367 - IMPRESSIVE JAPANESE BRONZE KORO, MEIJI.
IMPRESSIVE JAPANESE BRONZE KORO, MEIJI. Comprising a large and finely cast patinated bronze koro, with large loop handles. The fitted cover with finely sculpted foo lion finial and resting on a conforming carved wood stand, as shown. Height of bronze koro itself 28 inches (71.1cm). Overall height on stand 50.5 inches (128.3cm).
Lot: 368 - A JAPANESE BRONZE DRAGON VASE, MEIJI.
A JAPANESE BRONZE DRAGON VASE, MEIJI. Of bulbous form with flared rim, the base masterfully sculpted with a dragon above crashing waves, and the neck banded with blossoming trees and an exotic bird. Height 21.75 inches (55.2cm).
Lot: 369 - CHINESE GILT BRONZE VASE, QING.
CHINESE GILT BRONZE VASE, QING. Comprising a large, impressive, and finely sculpted slightly tapering cylindrical form footed gilt bronze vase, Qing Dynasty. Each side depicting different scenes rendered in bas-relief, one side depicting a dragon in the clouds above the ocean, the other side depicting a phoenix amidst the clouds and below two galloping Qilin. Finely cast and with chased detailing, the neck banded in flowers, and the base banded in lotus leaves, the underside of base with archaic raised mark. Height 17.25 inches (43.8cm).
Lot: 370 - A JAPANESE BRONZE EAGLE.
A JAPANESE BRONZE EAGLE. Comprising a large and impressive Japanese silvered bronze spread-wing eagle, perched on a pine tree stump, signed on verso. Height 16.5 inches (41.9cm).
Lot: 371 - 3 CHINESE BRONZE SCULPTURES.
3 CHINESE BRONZE SCULPTURES. Comprising three patinated bronze sculptures, each finely modeled in full round with excellent detailing throughout. Including a large and impressive warrior, a seated scholar, and a standing scholar. Greatest height 14.5 inches (36.8cm).
Lot: 372 - JAPANESE BRONZE ELEPHANT & TIGERS, MEIJI.
JAPANESE BRONZE ELEPHANT & TIGERS, MEIJI. Comprising a large and impressive finely sculpted patinated bronze figure of a bull elephant being attacked by tigers and with carved ivory tusks. Signed on underside of elephant and resting on a conforming carved wood base. Height 20.5 inches (52cm), overall height including base 22 inches (56cm), width of base 24 inches (61cm).
Lot: 373 - EXCEPTIONAL CHINESE CARVED GROUPING.
EXCEPTIONAL CHINESE CARVED GROUPING. Comprising a large and impressive, one-of-a-kind exceptionally carved one-of-a-kind figural grouping. Depicting a mountainous temple scene with carved lush foliage, a rearing horse, and a figure of the Buddhist deity Mahakala, and above the temple and descending from the heavens on an exotic bird, a female deity with a trailing entourage of soldiers amidst clouds and doves, terminating at a heavenly temple. Resting on a conforming carved wood stand. Height 20.5 inches (52cm). Stunning! NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 374 - MONUMENTAL CHINESE CARVED EMPRESS.
MONUMENTAL CHINESE CARVED EMPRESS. Comprising a large and impressive finely carved figure of an empress carved in full round, in high relief, the face realistically carved with ornate tinted coiffure and headpiece, and holding a ruyi scepter, resting on a conforming pierced carved wood stand. Overall height with stand 30 inches (76cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 375 - PAIR OF ASIAN CARVED IVORY FIGURAL GROUPINGS, C. 1900.
PAIR OF ASIAN CARVED IVORY FIGURAL GROUPINGS, C. 1900. Comprising a Chinese carved ivory grouping of three maidens beneath a tree and resting on a conforming pierced carved wood stand, signed on underside of base. Together with a Japanese carved ivory figural group of a woman playing a flute with a young attendant and resting beneath a tree. Both finely carved in full round and both signed on base. Greatest height 10.8 inches (27.5cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 376 - SPECTACULAR CHINESE CARVED FLORAL BOUQUET.
SPECTACULAR CHINESE CARVED FLORAL BOUQUET. Comprising a large and impressive realistically carved floral bouquet in wicker basket depicting various botanical forms and songbirds. Resting on a custom carved wood stand. Overall, including stand, height 12.75 inches (32.5cm), width 14 inches (36cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 377 - CHINESE CARVED IVORY EMPEROR & EMPRESS, QIANG.
CHINESE CARVED IVORY EMPEROR & EMPRESS, QIANG. Finely and intricately carved, of good anatomy and proportions, resting on pierced carved dragon thrones and set on matching pierced carved wood stands. Greatest height including base 6.25 inches (15.9cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 378 - 3 FINE JAPANESE CARVED IVORY OKIMONO, MEIJI.
3 FINE JAPANESE CARVED IVORY OKIMONO, MEIJI. Comprising three finely carved and artist-signed street merchants depicting a basket seller, a street performer with mask and monkey, and another vendor holding a gourd. Each carved in full round with fine detailing throughout, polychrome highlights, and each signed. Greatest height 6 inches (15cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 379 - CHINESE CARVED EIGHT IMMORTALS.
CHINESE CARVED EIGHT IMMORTALS. Comprising a good and finely carved set of the Eight Immortals, each finely carved in full round of good proportions and anatomy, with deeply carved flowing robes and each holding their attribute. Each resting on a pierced carved cloud-form wood stand and accompanied by a custom fitted and padded case. Each figure on stand approximately 10.25 inches (26cm). Box measures 32.25 x 13.5 x 5.75 inches (81.9 x 34.3 x 14.6cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 380 - CHINESE JIAN HARES FUR TEA BOWL, SONG DYNASTY.
CHINESE JIAN HARES FUR TEA BOWL, SONG DYNASTY. Of conical form, covered with a lustrous glaze streaked with blueish silver ‘Hare's Fur' on the interior and exterior, where the glaze ends in a thick line above the exposed brown ware foot. Diameter 4.25 inches (11cm), together with custom fitted box measuring 7 x 6.25 x 4.5 inches (17.8 x 15.9 x 11.4cm). Provenance: Diane Genre Oriental Art & Antiques, Inc., New Orleans, LA, where acquired by the consignor's husband in 1988. Accompanied by the original invoice dated 9/28/88.
Lot: 381 - 3 CHINESE PORCELAIN WARES.
3 CHINESE PORCELAIN WARES. Comprising a Jun ware sunflower brush washer in custom fitted wood box, diameter 7 inches (18cm), a larger lotus-form footed Jun ware bowl, diameter 10 inches (25cm), and a peach bloom glazed amphora-style vase in holder. The underside with blue underglaze Qianlong six-character mark. Height 7 inches (17.5cm).
Lot: 382 - CHINESE CERAMICS GROUP.
CHINESE CERAMICS GROUP. Comprising three partially glazed vessels, including a jug with lug handles and raised decoration, a large Ming-style incised baluster-form jug with dark brown glaze, and a carved celadon-glazed footed vase as shown. Greatest height 11.25 inches (28.6cm).
Lot: 383 - PR CHINESE PORCELAIN VESSELS.
PR CHINESE PORCELAIN VESSELS. Comprising a finely decorated baluster-form vase with carved gilt surface, the sides with two finely painted landscapes within circular reserves, raised gilt bats, and a gilt ruyi scepter. The underside with red archaic mark. Height 13.5 inches (34cm). Together with a blue and white decorated jar, as shown. Height 9 inches (23cm).
Lot: 384 - PR CHINESE BLUE AND WHITE EWERS.
PR CHINESE BLUE AND WHITE EWERS. Both of traditional form, the largest overall decorated with a floral pattern and the smaller example with "Three Fruits" motif, and both with fitted covers as shown. Greatest height 14 inches (35.6cm).
Lot: 385 - PR CHINESE BLUE AND WHITE VASES.
PR CHINESE BLUE AND WHITE VASES. Comprising a large and impressive Chinese blue and white flattened dragon vase with flared rim and tapering neck, marked on collar in Chinese characters. Height 17.5 inches (44.5cm), width 13 inches (33cm). Together with a Chinese blue and white flared rim vase with lotus scroll and ruyi ribbon handles, underside with 6-character blue underglaze mark of the Guangxu period of the Qing dynasty. Height 15 inches (38.1cm), width 11 inches (27.9cm).
Lot: 386 - PR CHINESE BLUE AND WHITE CHARGERS.
PR CHINESE BLUE AND WHITE CHARGERS. Comprising a large and impressive dragon decorated charger with foliate rim, together with another charger, the cavetto decorated with immortals playing the game Go and banded with floral decoration on the interior and exterior of rim. Greatest diameter 17.5 inches (44.5cm).
Lot: 387 - IMPRESSIVE CHINESE GLAZED CHARGER.
IMPRESSIVE CHINESE GLAZED CHARGER. Comprising a large and impressive colorfully glazed ceramic charger, the cavetto with a highly detailed relief dragon surrounded by bats on a yellow ground, the border banded with ocean waves and aquatic dragons, and the rim scalloped. The underside with impressed seal. Diameter 16.5 inches (41.9cm).
Lot: 388 - CHINESE CARVED JADE AND HARDSTONE.
CHINESE CARVED JADE AND HARDSTONE. Comprising three individual pieces including a carved spinach jade group depicting a maiden, a child, and cranes, a carved hardstone figure of Guanyin on a lucite base, and a carved jade figure of an old man with basket and gourd on a conforming wood stand. Greatest height 12.5 inches (31.8cm).
Lot: 389 - MASSIVE CARVED JADE LIDDED URNS.
MASSIVE CARVED JADE LIDDED URNS. Comprising a pair of Chinese carved jade lidded urns of traditional form, the surface carved with various creatures and foliage, the shoulders set with blossoming handles, and the fitted lids with foo lion finials. Each resting on a matching conforming wood stand. Overall height on stand 24.75 inches (62.9cm).
Lot: 390 - 5 CHINESE CARVED JADE FIGURES.
5 CHINESE CARVED JADE FIGURES. Comprising a good group of jade carved figures, including maidens and Guanyin, as well as a young woman being presented to an elder, each carved in full round with deep folds and flowing robes, three on conforming wood stands. Greatest height including stand 8 inches (20.3cm).
Lot: 391 - 4 CHINESE CARVED JADE GROUPS.
4 CHINESE CARVED JADE GROUPS. Comprising four finely carved Chinese jade groupings, including a large, finely pierced carved jade figural grouping depicting two celestial female deities above a mountainous landscape, resting on a conforming wood stand; a carved jade figure above a covered vessel on a conforming wood stand; a carved figure of a man holding fan on a conforming wood stand; and a carved jade figure of Buddha with dragon and foo lion. Greatest height including conforming wood stand 7.75 inches (19.7cm).
Lot: 392 - GOOD CHINESE CARVED AGATE GROUP.
GOOD CHINESE CARVED AGATE GROUP. Comprising four finely carved agate pieces, including a cherry blossom bowl, a hen-form carved bowl, an elephant and panther-decorated libation cup on wood stand, and a carved basket with two cats. Greatest measurement 6 inches (15.2cm).
Lot: 393 - CHINESE CARVED CORAL GUANYIN & CHILD.
CHINESE CARVED CORAL GUANYIN & CHILD. Comprising an exceptional, finely carved pink coral figure of Guanyin and child. Carved in full round, of good anatomy, exacting details and proportions, with deeply carved folds and flowing robes, Guanyin holds a basket of flowers and a fan and wears a phoenix headpiece, while the delighted child at her feet holds a bouquet of roses. Set on a later carved wood stand. Height of carved coral figure alone 7.6 inches (19.4cm). Overall on stand 9.25 inches (23.5cm).
Lot: 394 - VERY FINE CHINESE CARVED CORAL MAIDEN.
VERY FINE CHINESE CARVED CORAL MAIDEN. Comprising a finely carved coral maiden holding a lantern, with deeply carved flowing robes and ornate coiffure, standing next to a blossoming trunk upon which rests a bird, and set on a conforming wood base. Height of coral figure alone 6.25 inches (16cm). Overall on stand 7.25 inches (18.5cm).
Lot: 395 - THREE CHINESE CARVED CORAL FIGURES.
THREE CHINESE CARVED CORAL FIGURES. Comprising a carved coral figure of Guanyin and a maiden. Both carved in full round, of good proportions and anatomy, with deeply carved folds and flowing robes, each on a conforming carved wood stand. Together with a carved coral smiling Buddha with umbrella. Greatest height on stand 5.1 inches (13cm).
Lot: 396 - CHINESE CARVED ROCK CRYSTAL GROUP.
CHINESE CARVED ROCK CRYSTAL GROUP. Comprising four finely carved rock crystal figures of Guanyin. Two Guanyin figures standing with flowing robes and holding a ruyi scepter, carved in full round with a lotus leaf surrounding her back. Another Guanyin in the mudra of patience pose. And a seated Guanyin in meditative pose as shown. Together with a carved seated Buddha in meditative pose as shown. Greatest height including stand 9.5 inches (24.1cm).
Lot: 397 - 6 CARVED LAPIS LAZULI BEARS.
6 CARVED LAPIS LAZULI BEARS. Comprising a great group of six individual carved lapis lazuli bears as shown, each finely carved with good detail. Greatest height 7.25 inches (18.4cm).
Lot: 398 - 7 CHINESE CARVED AGATE FIGURES.
7 CHINESE CARVED AGATE FIGURES. Comprising a good group of seven finely carved agate figures, including Guanyin, Buddha, and a maiden, each carved in full round with flowing robes and good detail, four on conforming wood stands as shown. Greatest height on stand 9.25 inches (23.5cm).
Lot: 399 - 7 CHINESE CARVED MALACHITE FIGURES.
7 CHINESE CARVED MALACHITE FIGURES. Comprising seven individually carved Chinese malachite figures depicting various Buddhistic deities and figures. Each carved in full round with flowing robes and good detail, including a figure of Guanyin riding a foo lion, and others as shown. Five with conforming wood stands. Greatest height 6.1 inches (15.5cm).
Lot: 400 - TWO VERY FINE CARVED IVORY OKIMONO, MEIJI.
TWO VERY FINE CARVED IVORY OKIMONO, MEIJI. Comprising two finely and realistically carved ivory okimono, each carved in full round with excellent detailing throughout and of good anatomy and proportions, including a fisherman standing on shore with crashing waves and holding a net; and a father holding a child and with fish on his belt, the boy missing left hand. Both signed on underside of base. Greatest height 6 inches (15cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 401 - PAIR OF CARVED ASIAN FIGURES, C. 1900.
PAIR OF CARVED ASIAN FIGURES, C. 1900. Comprising a finely carved Japanese ivory maiden holding a peony blossom, finely and realistically carved in full round with deeply carved folds and tinted coiffure, and resting on a carved wood stand. Together with a very finely carved bone or ivory figure of a standing Guanyin, finely carved in full round with intricate detailing throughout. Greatest height 11.6 inches (32cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 402 - PAIR OF FINELY CARVED JAPANESE OKIMONO.
PAIR OF FINELY CARVED JAPANESE OKIMONO. Comprising a pair of finely carved Japanese okimono fisherman, Meiji. Both exceedingly well carved in full round of good proportions and anatomy. Both holding pierced carved nets and standing along the shore, and each with etching and tinted details, and one with inlays. Both signed on underside of base. Greatest height 8 inches (20.3cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 403 - INTERESTING CARVED JAPANESE OKIMONO, MEIJI.
INTERESTING CARVED JAPANESE OKIMONO, MEIJI. Comprising an exceedingly well carved figure wearing armor, hip-mounted sword, and carrying various other utensils as shown. Finely carved in full round, of good anatomy and proportions, as well as etched and tinted details, and signed on underside of base. Height 9.25 inches (24cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 404 - CHINESE CARVED LOHAN.
CHINESE CARVED LOHAN. Comprising a large and impressive Chinese carved Lohan or scholar holding a staff and budding branch. Carved in full round with deep folds and with etched and tinted detailing. Height 12.25 inches (31.1cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 405 - CHINESE CARVED FIGURAL GROUPING.
CHINESE CARVED FIGURAL GROUPING. Comprising a group of seven finely carved ivory etched and tinted figures displayed on a wire-inlaid rosewood bridge-form stand. Length of stand 12.25 inches (31.1cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 406 - 7 CARVED IVORY IMMORTALS.
7 CARVED IVORY IMMORTALS. Each carved in full round, of good proportions and anatomy, with deeply carved folds and flowing beards. Each approximately 6.1 inches (15.5cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 407 - PR JAPANESE CARVED OKIMONO.
PR JAPANESE CARVED OKIMONO. Comprising a finely carved figure of a man holding a recently harvested pumpkin, carved in full round with etched details, together with a young boy holding a basket and staff, also with tinted etched details. Greatest height 6 inches (15.2cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 408 - 3 ASIAN CARVED FIGURES.
3 ASIAN CARVED FIGURES. Comprising a good 19th century finely carved figure holding a basket over their head from which protrudes rising smoke or flowers. The hem of garment deeply carved with florals and the open mouth with individually carved teeth. Overall of good proportions and anatomy, carved in full round and resting on an ebonized wood base. Together with a Chinese carved blossoming flower with dragonfly and two birds at the base, and an Indian finely carved figure of an elephant with driver and passenger within an ornate draped howdah. Greatest height 8.25 inches (21cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 409 - IMPRESSIVE CHINESE CARVED IVORY GROUPING.
IMPRESSIVE CHINESE CARVED IVORY GROUPING. Comprising a finely carved emperor with attendants set on a raised laminated platform. Each figure exquisitely carved in full round. Of good anatomy and proportions. The clothing intricately carved, and with tinted details. Height 15.75 inches (40cm), width of base 15 inches (38.1cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 410 - 6 JAPANESE CARVED IVORY OKIMONO, MEIJI.
6 JAPANESE CARVED IVORY OKIMONO, MEIJI. Comprising six finely carved Japanese ivory okimono, Meiji, including a woman with children and a baby and holding a hat, signed on base; a man with a hoe holding a bird, also signed; a standing street vendor holding a fan, signed on base; and two seated figures, one holding a rabbit and the other grooming a cat, both signed. Together with a carved ivory figural grouping of likely Seiobo with an attendant and foo dog, also signed on base. Each figure finely carved in full round with good detailing. Greatest height 4 inches (10cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 411 - THREE CHINESE CARVED IVORY BUDDHISTIC FIGURES.
THREE CHINESE CARVED IVORY BUDDHISTIC FIGURES. Comprising a finely carved figure of Guanyin riding a foo lion and holding a willow branch and resting on a conforming wood stand (some losses to mandorla). A carved Buddha encircled by two dragons, and another Buddha resting on a double lotus base, holding a bowl of healing nectar and embraced by a dragon. Each figure finely carved in full round with fine detailing throughout. Greatest height 8 inches (20.5cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 412 - 4 CHINESE CARVED PUZZLE BALLS.
4 CHINESE CARVED PUZZLE BALLS. Comprising four ornately carved ivory ‘puzzle' or ‘mystery' balls with dragon motifs, each resting on a figural stand, as shown. Greatest overall height on stand 9 inches (22.9cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 413 - CHINESE AND JAPANESE CARVED FIGURES.
CHINESE AND JAPANESE CARVED FIGURES. Comprising a finely carved Japanese Meiji period sword-wielding bearded figure, carved in full round, of good proportions, deep folds, and tinted etched detailing, signed on underside of base. Height 6 inches (15cm). Together with a Chinese carved Lohan, with attendant at his feet, and holding a scroll and fan, and resting on a conforming wood stand. Overall height on stand 10.5 inches (27cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 414 - FOUR INDIAN CARVED IVORY FIGURES.
FOUR INDIAN CARVED IVORY FIGURES. Comprising two finely carved figures of Shiva, a figure of Radha Krishna, and a snake charmer. Each finely carved in full round and each resting on a wood stand. Greatest height 7 inches (18cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 415 - FINELY CARVED IVORY ELEPHANT.
FINELY CARVED IVORY ELEPHANT. Comprising a finely carved bull elephant holding a broken tusk in his trunk. Carved in full round, of good anatomy and proportions, with excellent detailing, and resting on a conforming wood stand as shown. Height on stand 4.1 inches (10.4cm), overall length including stand 6.6 inches (16.8cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 416 - 3 CARVED IVORY FIGURES.
3 CARVED IVORY FIGURES. Comprising a finely carved figure of a warrior on horseback, exceptionally well carved with good anatomy and proportions, carved in full round with etched and tinted details. Together with a Japanese carved ivory okimono of a father and son with duck, and a large carved and tinted recumbent bull with figure of a young boy holding a lotus pod. Greatest measurement 8.25 inches (21cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 417 - CARVED IVORY ELEPHANTS.
CARVED IVORY ELEPHANTS. Comprising five individual pieces, including a carved ivory elephant attacking a tiger and being chased by lions, resting on a conforming wood stand; a large finely carved bull elephant on wood stand; two smaller carved ivory bull elephants on stands; and a large carved ivory paperknife with elephant and wolf handle. Greatest length 11.25 inches (28.6cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 418 - 10 CARVED IVORY OKIMONO.
10 CARVED IVORY OKIMONO. Comprising a good and diverse group, including four immortals on wood stands, a finely carved Japanese okimono of a woman holding an umbrella, signed on underside of base, two fishermen on wood stands, and three maidens, as shown. Greatest overall height on stand 9.2 inches (23.4cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 419 - 4 CARVED IVORY FIGURES.
4 CARVED IVORY FIGURES. Comprising four individually carved figures, three with carved tagua nut heads, each holding various implements, one missing a hand, and a smaller figure of a fisherman, finely carved in full round with etched and tinted details and signed on underside of base. Greatest height 5.6 inches (14.2cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 420 - 9 ASIAN & AFRICAN CARVED IVORY OBJECTS.
9 ASIAN & AFRICAN CARVED IVORY OBJECTS. Comprising two pierced carved mountainous village scenes on wood stands, a carved double clam village scene group on wood stand, a carved and etched bone screen, a carved okimono fisherman on wood stand, a carved dragon boat on wood stand, a carved cylindrical vase, a Balinese pierced bone carved totem, an African pierced carved ivory grouping of villagers under a shade tree, and an ornately carved meerschaum pipe. Greatest height 9.4 inches (24cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 421 - ASIAN CARVED ELEPHANTS AND MORE.
ASIAN CARVED ELEPHANTS AND MORE. Comprising a charming carved seven-figure elephant train. Each elephant realistically carved, the entire piece resting on a conforming wood stand. Overall length of carving 17 inches (43cm). Together with a pair of carved elephants with inlaid cabochon decorative elements, as well as two carved and etched snuff bottles as shown. NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 422 - 3 CHINESE CARVED FIGURES.
3 CHINESE CARVED FIGURES. Including a large carved ivory sleeping Lohan and two figures, one depicting Shou Lao and the other a female musician, each carved in full round and with etched and tinted details, both signed on underside of base. Greatest height 7.75 inches (19.7cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 423 - 21 CARVED IVORY ASIAN ITEMS, C. 1880-1920.
21 CARVED IVORY ASIAN ITEMS, C. 1880-1920. Comprising an interesting group of Japanese and Chinese carved ivory objects featuring 6 netsukes (including two double mask variants), a pair of matching carved foo lions on wood stands, a pair of finely carved walking dragons, a carved open mouth mask brooch, a signed demon head buckle, a hair comb, a mammoth ivory carved family of frogs, a cigarette holder, two small seated Buddhas, and others as shown. Greatest measurement 5.25 inches (13.2cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 424 - CHINESE CARVED FIGURES.
CHINESE CARVED FIGURES. Comprising four individual laminated carved figures including a warrior and three attendants as shown. Greatest height 23 inches (58.4cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 425 - CHINESE CARVED EMPEROR AND EMPRESS.
CHINESE CARVED EMPEROR AND EMPRESS. Comprising a pair of laminated and carved bone emperor and empress figures. Overall, deeply carved and tinted, the underside of base with archaic-style mark. Height of each 13.75 inches (34.9cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 426 - LARGE CARVED CHINESE GUAN YIN.
LARGE CARVED CHINESE GUAN YIN. Comprising a large and impressive finely carved and tinted laminated figure of reclining Guanyin on a raised rectangular base, as shown. Carved in full round, of good proportions, anatomy, and detailing. Height 13.25 inches (33.7cm), width 18 inches (45.7cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 427 - LARGE GILT BRONZE BUDDHA.
LARGE GILT BRONZE BUDDHA. Comprising a large and impressive gilt bronze Buddha with large earlobes and ornate snail hair resting on a double lotus throne, height 21.25 inches (54cm).
Lot: 428 - CHINESE GILT BRONZE BUDDHA.
CHINESE GILT BRONZE BUDDHA. Finely sculpted with deep folds and good detail, resting on a double lotus throne, height 9.75 inches (24.8cm).
Lot: 429 - PR CHINESE BRONZE LION CENSERS.
PR CHINESE BRONZE LION CENSERS. Comprising a pair of bronze gilt, polychrome, and patinated lion-form censers, each with hinged head and each measuring height 6.25 inches (15.9cm), width 6.5 inches (16.5cm).
Lot: 430 - PR CHINESE BRONZE CENSERS.
PR CHINESE BRONZE CENSERS. Comprising two good Chinese patinated bronze censers, one resting on three curved legs with scroll handles and the other on three short legs with hoop handles, the underside of each with raised marks as shown. Greatest height 6.5 inches (16.5cm), greatest diameter 6.75 inches (17cm).
Lot: 431 - PR JAPANESE BRONZE CANDLE HOLDERS, MEIJI.
PR JAPANESE BRONZE CANDLE HOLDERS, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of matching candle stands rising from a bell-form base with raised scroll decoration and incised diaper pattern ground, the stem with two stacked pierced knops beneath overhanging drip pan. Repaired. Height 13.75 inches (34.9cm).
Lot: 432 - CHINESE BRONZE CENSER.
CHINESE BRONZE CENSER. Comprising a patinated bronze yu-form censer with mask handles, the underside with raised archaic mark, height 2.75 inches (7cm), diameter 4.75 inches (12.1cm).
Lot: 433 - GOOD ASIAN BRONZE GROUP.
GOOD ASIAN BRONZE GROUP. Comprising 6 individual bronze pieces. Including an interesting patinated bronze bucket decorated with monkeys, height 8.75 inches (22.2cm), a copper Japanese yatate. A patinated bronze organic form brush washer, with bee and squirrel. A Japanese mixed metal figure of Daikokuten and Ebisu, a finely cast Indian figure of Krishna. And a finely cast bronze censer resting on three foo lion legs with phoenix handles and foo lion finial.
Lot: 434 - 5 INTERESTING MIXED METAL BUDDHISTIC FIGURES.
5 INTERESTING MIXED METAL BUDDHISTIC FIGURES. Comprising five Japanese or Chinese finely sculpted Buddhistic figures as shown. Each realistically modeled in full round with deep folds, of good proportions and anatomy, and with silver and gilt highlighting. Greatest height 3.5 inches (8.9cm).
Lot: 435 - BRONZE BUDDHA HEAD PLAQUE.
BRONZE BUDDHA HEAD PLAQUE. Comprising a very finely cast, pierced, and patinated bronze Buddha head, flat back, and designed for suspension. Height 12.25 inches (31cm).
Lot: 436 - 3 CHINESE BRONZE FIGURES.
3 CHINESE BRONZE FIGURES. Comprising three patinated bronze figures, including a Buddhist ascetic, a seated monk with scroll and teapot, and a Lohan resting on a tree trunk. Greatest height 9 inches (22.9cm).
Lot: 437 - 4 PC CHINESE BRONZE GROUP.
4 PC CHINESE BRONZE GROUP. Comprising a pair of finely cast foo lions, one with cub, a finely sculpted and finely cast figure of Zhao Gong Ming resting on a tiger, and a Buddha head seal. Greatest height 4.5 inches (11.4cm).
Lot: 438 - CHINESE BRONZE AND ENAMEL CENSER.
CHINESE BRONZE AND ENAMEL CENSER. Of traditional form, raised on three scroll feet, mounted with musicians, the sides banded in varicolored enamel vines, with stylized dragon handles, and a fitted lid with figural elephant finial. Height 14.75 inches (37.5cm).
Lot: 438A - JAPANESE SU YARI, MEIJI.
JAPANESE SU YARI, MEIJI. Comprising a good Japanese Su Yari with 20.25 inch triangular cross section blade (51.5cm), with central ridge, double edge blade, one side with deeply engraved dragon and short fuller at base. The tang is unsigned, with single hole and measuring 14.5 inches (37cm). Single seppa, bamboo wrapped wood pole with brass collar and wood saya with crepe lacquer finish. Overall length of blade including tang 34.75 inches (88cm). Overall length including pole blade and saya (assembled) 58 inches (148cm).
Lot: 438B - JAPANESE KATANA BLADE IN SHIRASAYA.
JAPANESE KATANA BLADE IN SHIRASAYA. Comprising a single edge slightly curved blade with central ridge, visible hada, unsigned tang and copper habaki. Overall length of blade (tip to end of tang) 29 inches (73.5cm). The blade length (nagasa) 23.25 inches (59cm). The tang 5.75 inches (14.5cm). Overall length of Saya 33.1 inches (84cm).
Lot: 438C - JAPANESE SWORD CANE, MEIJI.
JAPANESE SWORD CANE, MEIJI. 23 inch (58.5cm) straight single edge blade with half fuller at base and gilt copper habaki, the scabbard (saya) with crepe lacquer finish and the handle with silver cap. Overall length 30.75 inches (78cm).
Lot: 439 - JAPANESE CARVED SHODONA DISPLAY CABINET, MEIJI.
JAPANESE CARVED SHODONA DISPLAY CABINET, MEIJI. Comprising a large and impressive Japanese carved wood Shodona cabinet, late Meiji. Of traditional form with various doors, drawers, and shelves as shown. The skirt and legs heavily carved with masks and winged creatures. The corners and interior shelving carved with dragons, the back of the interior with relief carved panels, and surmounted with a large and imposing carved dragon crest. Stunning! Height 8 feet (96 inches) (243.8cm), width 65 inches (165.1cm), depth 24 inches (61.0cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 440 - CHINESE EXPORT CARVED BENCH.
CHINESE EXPORT CARVED BENCH. Comprising a large, impressive, and finely carved wood Chinese dragon bench. Resting on paw feet terminating in foo lion heads, with floral-carved skirt, carved dragon armrests, and the backrest with a high relief carved plaque depicting a Lohan riding a fish emerging from the water and flanked by two other fish carved in high relief. The crest mounted with an exquisitely carved overhanging winged dragon. Height 60.5 inches (153.7cm), width 58 inches (147.3cm), depth 24 inches (61.0cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 441 - CHINESE HIGH BACK ARMCHAIR.
CHINESE HIGH BACK ARMCHAIR. Finely crafted, of traditional form with pierced-carved backrest. Height 44.75 inches (113.7cm), width 24.75 inches (62.9cm), depth 17 inches (43.2cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 442 - PR CHINESE QING STYLE YOKE BACK OFFICIAL'S CHAIRS.
PR CHINESE QING STYLE YOKE BACK OFFICIAL'S CHAIRS. Of traditional form, with front stretcher and carved skirt. Height 42.25 inches (107.3cm), width 22 inches (55.9cm), depth 17 inches (43.2cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 443 - LARGE CARVED WOOD BUDDHA HEAD.
LARGE CARVED WOOD BUDDHA HEAD. Comprising a large and impressive carved wood Buddha head, carved in half-round with large earlobes and snail-shell hair. Set in a deep shadow box frame. Buddha head 19.75 inches (50.2cm), overall including frame 33.25 x 25.25 inches (84.5 x 64.1cm).
Lot: 444 - CHINESE HUANGHUALI BRUSH POT.
CHINESE HUANGHUALI BRUSH POT. Of traditional form, the sides with carved inscription and characters as illustrated, height 7 inches (17.8cm), diameter 7 inches (17.8cm).
Lot: 445 - 3 CHINESE CARVED OBJECTS.
3 CHINESE CARVED OBJECTS. Comprising an impressive buffalo horn carved scholar's ornament. Finely and deeply carved overall with songbirds amidst various foliage, and the base carved as a lotus petal. Together with a carved buffalo horn libation cup as shown and a carved amber Buddha. Greatest height 10 inches (25.5cm).
Lot: 446 - ASIAN SILVER BEAKERS.
ASIAN SILVER BEAKERS. Comprising a group of 11 Asian or Asian-style silver beakers, including a large matching pair with raised dragon decoration, a matching set of four with applied lizard and spider decoration, both sets with Japanese silver and maker's marks. Together with a matching set of five engraved silver-gilt beakers engraved with bamboo branches and the sun, underside stamped .800. Greatest height 3.3 inches (8.5cm). Total weight of all 11 beakers 750 grams.
Lot: 447 - IMPRESSIVE BURMESE OR INDIAN SILVER OFFERING BOWL.
IMPRESSIVE BURMESE OR INDIAN SILVER OFFERING BOWL. Comprising a large and impressive repousse silver bowl, the sides banded with various figures making offerings, highly repousse in almost three quarters round. The base banded in repousse and chased birds and flowers, and beneath the polished rim, a band of chased florals, the underside of base with deeply chased peacock resting in a tree. Unmarked, but tests as silver. Diameter 11 inches (27.9cm), height 6.4 inches (16.3cm), total weight 1,253 grams.
Lot: 448 - 4 JAPANESE KOMAI STYLE DAMASCENED OBJECTS.
4 JAPANESE KOMAI STYLE DAMASCENED OBJECTS. Comprising four good Japanese komai-style damascene objects consisting of two boxes, a screen, and cigarette case. Including a very fine square box with rounded corners, the fitted lid decorated with inlaid silver and gold fighting roosters, the interior gilded and engraved with a view of Mt. Fuji and a maiden holding a fan. Marked on underside S.KOMAI KYOTO, width 3.3 inches (8.5cm). Together with another very fine box of rectangular form with rounded corners decorated with cranes on fitted lid and the sides with birds and flora, the underside with gilt mark of Fujii Yoshitoyo, length 4.25 inches (10.5cm). As well as a very fine four-panel folding screen. The arched panels are decorated with inlaid silver and gold wisteria, bamboo, roosters and blossoms. The verso of each panel gilded and engraved with various scenes, likely Fujii Yoshitoyo, width 7.75 inches (19.5cm), and a later cigarette case overall decorated with peacocks and temple scene, unmarked, length 4.25 inches (11cm). A good offering.
Lot: 449 - GOOD PERSIAN ENAMEL GROUP.
GOOD PERSIAN ENAMEL GROUP. Comprising nine individual pieces, including a very fine silver-gilt and cloisonne enamel lidded box, the interior brightly gilded and with Arabic maker's marks, width 6.3 inches (16cm). A silver engraved cigarette box, the hinged lid with hand-painted mother-of-pearl applied plaque, length 3.5 inches (9cm). A very fine painted enamel cigarette case decorated with a watercarrier and scholar, the verso ornately decorated and centered with a view of a mosque (probably in Isfahan), length 4 inches (10.2cm). A silver rectangular box, the hinged lid with painted cityscape of Isfahan, Iran, length 6.75 inches (17.1cm). Together with a painted enamel baluster-form footed vase, height 6.75 inches (17.1cm), a circular box with painted enamel view of Isfahan, an Indian silver and enamel elephant with passengers, a circular covered enamel bowl with fitted lid, and a framed enameled plate as shown, frame measuring 10.4 x 10.4 inches (26.5 x 26.5cm). A good group.
Lot: 450 - 9 CHINESE SNUFF BOTTLES.
9 CHINESE SNUFF BOTTLES. Comprising nine individual snuff bottles including carved jade, two carved Peking glass examples, cinnabar, enamel, porcelain, fossiliferous, and cloisonne examples as shown. Greatest height 3.1 inches (8cm).
Lot: 451 - 8 CHINESE SNUFF BOTTLES.
8 CHINESE SNUFF BOTTLES. Comprising a good group of eight Chinese snuff bottles made from various materials, including three good carved Peking glass examples, one incorporating gilded metal accents and seal, one carved agate example, one carved tiger's eye example, one blue and white porcelain example with iron red accents and four-character seal on underside, as well as two carved stone examples as shown. Greatest height 4 inches (10.2cm).
Lot: 452 - 9 CHINESE SNUFF BOTTLES.
9 CHINESE SNUFF BOTTLES. Comprising nine individual snuff bottles including a carved lapis example, a carved amethyst example, carved Peking glass, cinnabar, painted enamel, porcelain, and two cloisonne examples as shown. Greatest height 3.1 inches (8cm).
Lot: 453 - 10 CHINESE SNUFF BOTTLES.
10 CHINESE SNUFF BOTTLES. Comprising ten individual snuff bottles of various materials, including reverse-painted glass examples, cinnabar examples (including a nice matching pair signed on base), and other materials as shown, as well as two carved seals, one extensively incised with text on both sides. Greatest height 4 inches (10.2cm).
Lot: 454 - CHINESE SILVER JADE & ENAMEL RING.
CHINESE SILVER JADE & ENAMEL RING. Comprising a large Chinese silver filigree and cloisonne enameled ring mounted with a pierced carved jade oval floral medallion.
Lot: 455 - 10 CHINESE SILVER GILT KINGFISHER ORNAMENTS.
10 CHINESE SILVER GILT KINGFISHER ORNAMENTS. Comprising a good group of 10 Chinese silver-gilt and gem-set kingfisher ornaments, Qing. Comprising three gilt-glazed shadow box frames, each containing three individual ornaments of different configurations, including a ruyi, bat, butterfly, flower blossoms, fish, and good luck symbol, two centered with polished amethyst quartz, and others with cabochons and jade beads. Together with a large silver prowling dragon. Greatest length (dragon), 7.5 inches (19cm). Each frame measuring 9 x 7 inches (23 x 18cm).
Lot: 456 - PR OF CHINESE KINGFISHER ORNAMENTS.
PR OF CHINESE KINGFISHER ORNAMENTS. Comprising a fine silver-gilt pierced crescent-shaped pendant centered with a censer with foo finial and decorated with red cabochons and incorporating a miniature painting of a figure riding a donkey and flying a kite, contained in a glazed gilt shadow box frame. The length of pendant 5 inches (13cm). Together with a metal-framed crescent-shaped kingfisher hair piece centered with a large blossom and flanked by moths, all rendered in kingfisher feather. Width 6.25 inches (16cm).
Lot: 457 - 3 CHINESE KINGFISHER ORNAMENTS.
3 CHINESE KINGFISHER ORNAMENTS. Comprising three professionally framed Chinese silver-gilt and gem-set kingfisher ornaments, Qing. Including a butterfly or moth silver-gilt hairpin decorated with red cabochons, together with two framed ornaments, a small bud-form example and a large flower-form example centered with a polished pink quartz medallion encircled with jade beads. And a flower-form hairpin centered with red, likely coral cabochon. The largest ornament measuring 6.25 inches (16cm). Each glazed gilt shadowbox frame measuring 9 x 7 inches (23 x 18cm).
Lot: 458 - ELABORATE CHINESE KINGFISHER HEADDRESS.
ELABORATE CHINESE KINGFISHER HEADDRESS. Richly embellished in kingfisher feathers, beads, and pom poms, and depicting exotic birds and flowers. Width 12 inches (30cm).
Lot: 459 - IMPRESSIVE CHINESE FAMILLE ROSE VASE.
IMPRESSIVE CHINESE FAMILLE ROSE VASE. Comprising a large and impressive finely painted famille rose baluster-form vase with flared rim. Overall decorated with blossoming flowers and bats on a yellow ground. The sides with shaped reserves, further painted with blossoming foliage. The underside with red Qianlong six-character seal mark. Height 23.5 inches (59.7cm).
Lot: 460 - LARGE CHINESE DRAGON VASE.
LARGE CHINESE DRAGON VASE. Comprising a large and impressive famille rose dragon decorated tianqiuping vase, the underside bearing blue underglaze mark, made for the Qianlong period of the Qing dynasty. Height 22 inches (55.9cm), diameter 14.5 inches (36.8cm).
Lot: 461 - PR CHINESE FOOTED BOWLS.
PR CHINESE FOOTED BOWLS. Comprising a pair of Chinese underglaze red "Three Fish" stemmed cups. The interior of both with double circle mark, the largest reading, "Made during the Xuande period of the Ming dynasty," height 3.5 inches (8.9cm), the other bearing mark, "Made during the Chenghua period of the Ming dynasty," albeit both likely later. Height 2.75 inches (7cm).
Lot: 462 - PR OF FINE CHINESE PORCELAIN VASES.
PR OF FINE CHINESE PORCELAIN VASES. Comprising a Wang Bu blue and white bird and flower decorated lantern vase, underside displaying blue underglaze six-character mark, Studio of Wenyun Wuguo Zhai, height 9.5 inches (24.1cm). Together with a pink ground vase with raised parrot on magnolia branch, underside with blue underglaze mark, "Made in Jingdezhen," height 6.75 inches (17.1cm).
Lot: 463 - CHINESE BLUE & WHITE PORCELIAN FISHBOWL.
CHINESE BLUE & WHITE PORCELIAN FISHBOWL. Comprising a large and impressive Chinese blue and white fishpond jar, of traditional form, finely decorated with carp swimming amidst aquatic plants. Height 16 inches (40.6cm), diameter 17.25 inches (43.8cm).
Lot: 464 - LARGE CHINESE ENAMELED CHARGER.
LARGE CHINESE ENAMELED CHARGER. Comprising a large and impressive charger, the cavetto decorated with 5 spirits, surrounded by a band of stylized dragons, and the scalloped rim decorated with horses and symbols on a green ground, the underside with red six-character mark translating, "Made during the Xianfeng period of the Qing dynasty." Diameter 17.5 inches (44.5cm).
Lot: 465 - 3 CHINESE COBALT GLAZED VESSELS.
3 CHINESE COBALT GLAZED VESSELS. Comprising a cobalt blue glazed Cong-form vase, the underside exhibiting incised mark, "Made during the Guangxu period of the Qing dynasty," height 11.75 inches (29.8cm). Together with a hexagonal lobed brush washer, the underside exhibiting blue underglaze mark, "Jianxi Porcelain Company," diameter 7 inches (17.8cm). And an incised stem cup with flared rim, the sides exhibiting incised underglaze text, and the underside bearing blue underglaze mark, "Made during the Kangxi period of the Qing dynasty." Height 3.75 inches (9.5cm).
Lot: 466 - CHINESE LONGQUAN WARE COVERED JAR.
CHINESE LONGQUAN WARE COVERED JAR. The sides with applied 8 immortals' decoration and with lotus leaf form fitted cover. Height 13.5 inches (34.3cm), diameter 13.25 inches (33.7cm).
Lot: 467 - CHINESE GUAN WARE BELL.
CHINESE GUAN WARE BELL. Of traditional form with hobnail surface and tiger finial. Height 6 inches (15.2cm), diameter 6.75 inches (17.1cm).
Lot: 468 - LARGE CHINESE SAPPHIRE GLAZED CHARGER.
LARGE CHINESE SAPPHIRE GLAZED CHARGER. Comprising a large and impressive sapphire blue glazed charger, the reserve and sides with carved floral decoration, and the side exhibiting blue underglaze mark translating, "Made during the Xuande period of the Ming dynasty." Diameter 16.5 inches (41.9cm).
Lot: 469 - PR CHINESE MEIPING VASES.
PR CHINESE MEIPING VASES. Comprising a large red ground and yellow glazed dragon and lotus scroll decorated meiping vase, height 19.25 inches (48.9cm). Together with a sweet white glazed meiping vase as shown, height 16 inches (40.6cm).
Lot: 470 - PAIR OF CHINESE FOOTED BOWLS.
PAIR OF CHINESE FOOTED BOWLS. One enameled with flowers, bats, and symbols on a white ground, the rim scalloped with gilt decoration, and the cavetto with a bat in a peach tree, the underside with red archaic mark and a conforming wood stand. Together with a dragon decorated bowl on yellow ground as shown, the underside with red seven-character mark and a conforming wood stand. Greatest diameter 5.5 inches (14cm), greatest height (excluding stands) 2.5 inches (6.3cm).
Lot: 471 - PR CHINESE HUTIAN WARE FOOTED BOWLS.
PR CHINESE HUTIAN WARE FOOTED BOWLS. Comprising a pair of Chinese Hutian ware footed bowls, each of conical form and each with incised floral decoration as shown. Greatest diameter 8.6 inches (21.8cm), greatest height 3 inches (7.6cm).
Lot: 472 - PAIR OF CHINESE GLAZED VESSELS.
PAIR OF CHINESE GLAZED VESSELS. Comprising a peach bloom glazed Taibai zun with incised Kui dragon decoration, the underside displaying a blue underglaze six-character mark reading, "Made during the Kangxi period of the Qing dynasty," height 3 inches (7.6cm), diameter 5 inches (12.7cm). Together with a yellow ground footed plate, the underside displaying a blue underglaze six-character mark reading, "Made during the Hongzhi period of the Ming dynasty," diameter 8 inches (20.3cm).
Lot: 473 - 3 CHINESE BLUE & WHITE FOOTED BOWLS.
3 CHINESE BLUE & WHITE FOOTED BOWLS. Comprising three individual footed bowls, the largest with scalloped rim, floral scroll foliate decoration, the underside exhibiting a blue and white underglaze double circle mark translating, "Made during the Xuande period of the Ming dynasty," diameter 8.5 inches (21.6cm), height 3.25 inches (8.3cm). Together with a gardenia pattern decorated bowl, the underside exhibiting a double circle mark translating, "Made during the Chenghua period of the Ming dynasty." Diameter 6 inches (15.2cm). Together with another footed bowl with scroll floral decoration and similar double circle mark as previous example. Diameter 5.75 inches (14.6cm).
Lot: 474 - IMPRESSIVE CHINESE GLAZED GUANYIN.
IMPRESSIVE CHINESE GLAZED GUANYIN. Comprising a large and impressive finely sculpted figure of Guanyin with two attendants resting on a lotus blossom above two dragons chasing the pearl of wisdom, with ornate headpiece and holding a ruyi scepter, and decorated in red and blue glazes, together with custom fitted carrying case. Height of figure 21.25 inches (54cm), the case measuring 15 x 11 x 24.75 inches (38.1 x 27.9 x 62.9cm).
Lot: 475 - CHINESE DEHUA WARE FIGURAL GROUP.
CHINESE DEHUA WARE FIGURAL GROUP. Finely sculpted in full round, the two figures resting on a lotus leaf atop of water, with custom fitted case, height 11 inches (27.9cm). The case measuring 13.5 x 19.5 x 6.75 inches (34.3 x 49.5 x 17.1cm).
Lot: 476 - ASIAN PORCELAIN AND GLASSWARE GROUP.
ASIAN PORCELAIN AND GLASSWARE GROUP. Comprising ten pieces of Japanese and Chinese porcelain and glassware, including a pair of red and white Peking glass vases with carved monkeys in trees. A Chinese white and coral-colored bas-relief decorated dragon vase, the underside with underglaze archaic mark. A Chinese famille rose decorated hexagonal porcelain hat stand. Another famille rose decorated vase depicting a procession with figures riding a qilin. A Japanese Kutani porcelain cup and saucer in the Thousand Faces pattern. A pair of glazed foo lions. A Chinese blue and white lotus miniature teapot, the underside with blue underglaze mark of Qing Yongzheng. And a Japanese Sumida Gawa pottery vase depicting monks with drip-glazed decoration. Greatest height 11 inches (27.9cm).
Lot: 477 - MIXED CHINESE PORCELAIN GROUP.
MIXED CHINESE PORCELAIN GROUP. Including a finely enameled Hundred Boys footed bowl on turquoise ground with red seal mark on underside, a famille rose footed teacup on yellow ground, a gourd bottle, and two smaller bottles as shown. Greatest measurement 7 inches (17.8cm).
Lot: 478 - 3 DECORATED CHINESE VESSELS.
3 DECORATED CHINESE VESSELS. Comprising a large red and green enameled phoenix jar, the rim with blue underglaze six-character mark reading, "Made during the Wanli period of the Ming dynasty" (albeit later), height 12.5 inches (31.8cm), diameter 13 inches (33cm). Together with a Wucai lotus petal vessel with lobed sides and overall decorated with dragons, the underside with double circle blue underglaze mark reading, "Made during the Longqing period of the Ming dynasty" (later), height 5 inches (12.7cm), diameter 6.25 inches (15.9cm). And a doucai floral decorated covered jar, the underside with single-character blue underglaze mark, height 4.75 inches (12.1cm), diameter 5.5 inches (14cm).
Lot: 479 - PAIR CHINESE GLAZED FOOTED BOWLS.
PAIR CHINESE GLAZED FOOTED BOWLS. Comprising a pair of matching Chinese cobalt blue glazed footed bowls. The underside of each exhibiting a blue underglaze six-character mark which translates to, "Made during the Guangxu period of the Qing dynasty." Each height 4.5 inches (11.4cm), diameter 8.5 inches (21.6cm).
Lot: 480 - PR CHINESE DECORATED BRUSH POTS.
PR CHINESE DECORATED BRUSH POTS. Comprising a blue and white brush pot extensively decorated with scenes and text from Peach Blossom Spring and Wushuangpu, the underside displaying blue underglaze 8-character mark reading, "Made during the Kangxi period of the Qing dynasty," height 7 inches (17.8cm), diameter 7.75 inches (19.7cm). Together with a red underglaze "antiques" brushpot, the underside displaying blue underglaze six-character mark reading, "Made during the Kangxi period of the Qing dynasty," height 6.5 inches (16.5cm), diameter 7.75 inches (19.7cm).
Lot: 481 - PR CHINESE PORCELAIN VASES.
PR CHINESE PORCELAIN VASES. Comprising a Chinese Jun glazed long neck flared rim vase. The underside bearing incised mark, of the Qing dynasty. Height 9.5 inches (24.1cm). Together with a blue and white bottle-form vase with lotus scroll decoration, underside exhibiting a blue underglaze mark translating, "made during the Jiaqing period of the Qing dynasty." Height 7.6 inches (19.3cm).
Lot: 482 - CHINESE PORCELAIN GROUP.
CHINESE PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising a finely decorated footed bowl on ring foot with flared rim, the sides banded in an "antiques" pattern with gilt highlights, and the underside with blue underglaze archaic mark, resting on a conforming carved wood stand. Diameter of bowl 7 inches (17.5cm), height 3 inches (7.5cm). Together with an 18th century blue and white glazed footed bowl, the interior with rabbit, and the underside with blue underglaze mark. Diameter 6.5 inches (16.5cm). 2.6 inches (6.5cm). Together with a later juice glass as shown.
Lot: 484 - JAPANESE SATSUMA GROUPING.
JAPANESE SATSUMA GROUPING. Comprising five individual pieces including a sumptuously decorated vase with dragon handles, an exceedingly detailed baluster-form vase banded with four elders with ornate raised gilt details, a pair of matching bottle-form vases, and a small bowl as shown. Greatest height 10 inches (25.4cm).
Lot: 485 - 8 PCS. JAPANESE SATSUMA WARE.
8 PCS. JAPANESE SATSUMA WARE. Comprising a large gilt decorated elephant vase, signed on underside; a finely painted bucket form vase; a finely painted vase with maidens, flowers, and fruit, signed on underside of base; a small footed censer; and two matching cups and saucers, as shown. Greatest height 12.6 inches (32cm).
Lot: 486 - PR OF IMPRESSIVE JAPANESE SATSUMA VASES.
PR OF IMPRESSIVE JAPANESE SATSUMA VASES. Comprising a pair of large and impressive, exceptionally decorated vases with raised gilt and enamel decoration depicting a figure riding a dragon and another taming a dragon. Completely decorated overall, the underside fully signed with the Shimazu family crest and artist signature. Of the highest quality! Underside of bases drilled for lamps. Height 14 inches (35.6cm).
Lot: 487 - PR OF SATSUMA VASES.
PR OF SATSUMA VASES. Comprising a pair of matching Satsuma vases, each finely and ornately decorated throughout, the smaller pair with large gilt signature on base, the underside of the larger pair drilled. Greatest height 12.25 inches (31.1cm).
Lot: 488 - PR OF CHINESE PORCELAIN PLAQUES.
PR OF CHINESE PORCELAIN PLAQUES. Comprising two blue and white porcelain plaques depicting maidens in a courtyard, in matching frames with brass hangers, each measuring 11.5 x 15.5 inches (29.2 x 39.4cm).
Lot: 489 - PR OF JAPANESE PLAQUES.
PR OF JAPANESE PLAQUES. Comprising two Japanese plaques, one of rectangular form rendered in musen enamel depicting fish and aquatic plants, measuring 7.25 x 12 inches (18.4 x 30.5cm). Together with a porcelain plaque of a geisha holding a fan and contained in a gilt frame, overall including frame 15.75 x 14.5 inches (40 x 36.8cm).
Lot: 490 - CHINESE CARVED JADE FIGURAL LIDDED VESSEL, QING.
CHINESE CARVED JADE FIGURAL LIDDED VESSEL, QING. Comprising a finely carved gray-green jade camel, sculpted with two slung vessels, hollowed out and with conforming lid. Sculpted in full round, of good anatomy and proportions, probably Ch'ien-lung Period (1736-1796), and resting on a later conforming carved wood stand. Height of jade figure 4.5 inches (11.4cm). Provenance: Ja Kwok Gallery, Singapore, circa 1980s, with copy of original certificate from gallery as illustrated.
Lot: 491 - CHINESE ARCHAIC STYLE CARVED HARDSTONE.
CHINESE ARCHAIC STYLE CARVED HARDSTONE. Comprising five individual pieces, including a carved dragon-form ruyi scepter, two dragon-form belt hooks, a heavy carved jade mask, and an archaic-style carved jade dragon pendant. Greatest measurement 11.5 inches (29.2cm).
Lot: 492 - GOOD CHINESE CARVED JADE GROUP.
GOOD CHINESE CARVED JADE GROUP. Comprising a finely carved jade foo lion with urn and resting on an ornate conforming wood base, a carved jade footed censer with dragon mask ring handles and dragon finial on fitted cover, as well as two finely carved jade opposing dragons, each on conforming wood stands. Greatest height on stand 7.5 inches (19.1cm).
Lot: 493 - 4 CHINESE CARVED JADE GROUPINGS.
4 CHINESE CARVED JADE GROUPINGS. Each very finely carved, with good detail throughout, including a large and impressive carved gray jade grouping of two laughing Buddhas on conforming wood stand, a carved jade grouping of four figures catching fish and resting atop a large jardiniere, a fine lavender jade carved group of two figures climbing a large pod, and a large green and white carved freestanding panel with various Buddhistic imagery. Greatest measurement 14 inches (35.6cm).
Lot: 494 - 4 CHINESE CARVED JADE GROUPS.
4 CHINESE CARVED JADE GROUPS. Comprising four finely carved jade groupings, including a large group carved with crashing waves, two boats, florals, and seagulls on a carved wood stand; a carved jade brush washer on stand with blossoming fruit branch, bats, and cranes on a conforming wood stand; a carved floral bouquet in a woven basket on a conforming wood stand; and an interesting blossoming fruit branch and boulder with panthers and bats. Greatest height on stand 6.5 inches (16.5cm).
Lot: 495 - 6 GOOD CHINESE CARVED JADE PIECES.
6 GOOD CHINESE CARVED JADE PIECES. Comprising a good group of Chinese finely carved jade pieces, including a group of pierced carved fruit with bats on conforming wood stand, a very finely carved jade group of birds amidst fruit tree branches, a carved jade figure of a man running with club, and two oval carved jade pendant-form amulets featuring fish, and another with an animal eating from a tree. Greatest measurement 5.75 inches (14.5cm).
Lot: 496 - CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE GROUP.
CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE GROUP. Comprising four finely carved individual pieces, including a rock crystal carved group of two swimming ducks beneath a flowering tree branch on a conforming wood stand; a carved green and white jade flowerpot with finely carved blossoming flowers on a conforming wood stand; a carved freestanding pair of dragons with pierced carved reserves at base; and a ruby in zoisite mountainous landscape with temples and flying cranes. Greatest height 11 inches (28cm).
Lot: 497 - 6 CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE MAIDENS.
6 CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE MAIDENS. Comprising a group of six finely carved hardstone maidens, including one jade example, each finely carved in full round, of good proportions and anatomy, with flowing robes and intricate details, and each resting on a carved wood stand as shown. A good group. Greatest height on stand 11.75 inches (29.8cm).
Lot: 498 - 8 CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE FIGURES.
8 CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE FIGURES. Comprising a good group of finely carved figures, primarily Buddhistic, including a finely carved jade reclining Lohan with large gourd, another Lohan with foo lion, a large Buddha with attendant, and other figures as shown. Each carved in full round with good attention to detail, consisting of five jade examples and two hardstone examples. Greatest height 9 inches (22.9cm).
Lot: 499 - CHINESE CARVED JADE AND HARDSTONE GROUP.
CHINESE CARVED JADE AND HARDSTONE GROUP. Comprising eight individual pieces, including an interesting freestanding carved jade penguin, two carved jade groups depicting children and plant pods, two thin carved spinach jade footed tea bowls, a blue chalcedony carved bear in cave, and a pair of green hardstone footed tea bowls. Greatest height 6 inches (15.2cm).
Lot: 500 - 3 CHINESE CARVED JADE BUDDHAS.
3 CHINESE CARVED JADE BUDDHAS. Comprising two large finely carved jade laughing Buddhas, one on a conforming wood stand as shown, and another very finely carved green and white jade laughing Buddha with two attendants. Greatest height 6.5 inches (16.5cm).
Lot: 501 - CHINESE CARVED JADE AND HARDSTONE.
CHINESE CARVED JADE AND HARDSTONE. Comprising a large finely carved hardstone group of seven foo lions climbing a mountain on a conforming wood base, a carved jade group of three foo lions on a conforming wood base, a large finely carved hardstone figure of a qilin with a book on its back rising out of swirling clouds, and a carved jade galloping qilin on a conforming wooden stand. Greatest overall measurement 11.75 inches (29.8cm).
Lot: 502 - 4 CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE CENSERS.
4 CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE CENSERS. Each finely carved with mask-ring handles, one with dragon finial, one with foo dog finial, and one with pierced cover, as shown. Two on conforming wood stands. Greatest height 6.5 inches (16.5cm).
Lot: 503 - CHINESE CARVED JADE GROUP.
CHINESE CARVED JADE GROUP. Comprising four individual Chinese carved jade groupings, including a large and impressive, finely carved spinach jade lily pad with two crabs resting on crashing waves atop a custom fitted wood stand. Together with an attractive gray and white jade jumping fish on conforming wood stand, a jade and quartz plaque of two opposing fish on a conforming wood stand, and a carved jade plaque of two elephants. Greatest measurement excluding stand 10.75 inches (27.3cm).
Lot: 504 - 6 CHINESE CARVED ROCK CRYSTAL FIGURES.
6 CHINESE CARVED ROCK CRYSTAL FIGURES. Comprising two finely carved figures of Guanyin resting on conforming wood stands, a seated Buddha within a lotus petal on a conforming wood stand, a finely carved dragon above crashing waves chasing the pearl of wisdom on a conforming wood stand, another dragon carved in high relief, and a carved rock crystal group of bears in the forest on a conforming wood stand. Greatest height including base 9.25 inches (23.5cm).
Lot: 505 - CHINESE CARVED CRYSTAL BRUSH WASHER.
CHINESE CARVED CRYSTAL BRUSH WASHER. Comprising a carved rock crystal leaf-form brush washer, exhibiting a relief carved bat. Length 9 inches (22.9cm).
Lot: 506 - CHINESE TAIHU SCHOLARS ROCK.
CHINESE TAIHU SCHOLARS ROCK. Resting on a conforming carved footed wood stand, overall height on stand 22 inches (55.9cm).
Lot: 507 - FINE CHINESE CARVED STONE FISH GROUPS.
FINE CHINESE CARVED STONE FISH GROUPS. Comprising two green and red hardstone aquatic fish groups on matching conforming wood stands, a blue amazonite group of fish swimming amongst coral, and an ornately carved agate fish group swimming amongst aquatic plants. Greatest height on stand 9.5 inches (24.1cm).
Lot: 508 - CHINESE CARVED JADE AND HARDSTONE.
CHINESE CARVED JADE AND HARDSTONE. Comprising a large carved dark green jade foo lion and cub vessel, missing cover, together with a charming carved hardstone Jin Chan resting on a conforming wood stand. Greatest length of either figure 11 inches (28cm).
Lot: 509 - GOOD CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE.
GOOD CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE. Comprising 14 individual pieces from top to bottom: a fine pierced carved jade double fish medallion pendant, a pair of jade or hardstone carved dragon belt hooks, a carved fish pendant with good luck symbols, quartz and agate carved seated Buddha pendants, a lapis carved flower, a white carved rectangular pendant with crane and verso with extensive carved text, a malachite pierced carved dragon pendant, a green carved jade Buddha head pendant, a rock crystal carved Buddha, a carved malachite fruit tree and foo lion, a white carved hardstone blossom, and a jade-handled magnifying glass. The greatest length 5.25 inches (13.5cm).
Lot: 510 - VINTAGE CHINESE CARVED JADE GROUPING.
VINTAGE CHINESE CARVED JADE GROUPING. Comprising 3 Chinese carved jade jewelry pieces, including a heavy carved green jade pendant modeled as hanging fruit and on the base a bat, length 2 inches (5cm), a pierced carved oval medallion with relief carved blossoming flowers set in a sterling pin back brooch frame, length 1.5 inches (4 cm), and a white carved jade bi-disc in a silver pendant mount with suspension loop and silver chain, diameter of disc 1 inch (2.5cm) length of chain 19 inches.
Lot: 511 - CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE BUDDHAS.
CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE BUDDHAS. Comprising seven individually carved Buddhas as shown. Rendered in a variety of materials, including a large ruby in zoisite laughing Buddha, a large gold stone laughing Buddha, a malachite Buddha, a lapis lazuli Buddha, a tiger's eye Buddha, a rock crystal Buddha, and a jade Buddha with attendant as shown. A good offering. Greatest height 4.25 inches (10.8cm).
Lot: 512 - 4 CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE BUDDHAS.
4 CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE BUDDHAS. Comprising two carved ruby zoisite laughing Buddhas, a large labradorite laughing Buddha holding a ruyi scepter, and a standing Buddha as shown. Greatest height 8 inches (20.3cm).
Lot: 513 - 7 CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE FOO-LIONS.
7 CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE FOO-LIONS. Featuring an exceedingly well-carved foo lion and cub on stand, a foo lion carrying an urn resting on a wood stand, a pair of foo lions, a green and white jade foo lion with ball, a finely carved hardstone archaic-style qilin, and two hardstone carved seals with foo lion and cub finials. Greatest height 8.25 inches (21cm).
Lot: 514 - PAIR OF CHINESE JADE PENDANTS.
PAIR OF CHINESE JADE PENDANTS. Below, a fine Han or Han-style pierced-carved jade pendant, the sides with dragon heads and at center also a dragon. Width 5.5 inches (14cm). And at top, a late Han coiled serpent or dragon in deep green jade with burial patination, suspended in a carved vintage wood stand. Length of pendant 3.4 inches (8.6cm).
Lot: 515 - CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE RUYI SCEPTER.
CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE RUYI SCEPTER. Of traditional form, displaying various characters. Length 9 inches (23cm).
Lot: 516 - EXCELLENT CHINESE CARVED AGATE GROUP.
EXCELLENT CHINESE CARVED AGATE GROUP. Comprising five individual carved agate pieces, including a large boulder carved with mountainous landscape depicting temples, animals, and two figures at the top, as well as a carved group of cranes amidst blossoming foliage, a large leaf form with fruits and bats, a good vase carved with a coiled dragon above crashing waves, and a platter with integrally carved opposing crabs. Each finely carved. Greatest height 8.75 inches (22.2cm).
Lot: 517 - CHINESE BUDDHISTIC JADE & HARDSTONE GROUP.
CHINESE BUDDHISTIC JADE & HARDSTONE GROUP. Comprising a good group of seven finely carved figures, including a large and impressive jade Guanyin seated in a mountainous landscape amongst lotus flowers with an attendant and crane, height 11.25 inches (28.6cm). Together with a finely carved jade figure of Guanyin riding a qilin and holding a large lotus blossom, carved in full round and resting on a conforming wooden stand, as well as a carved jade figure of a resting Buddha and lotus flower seated next to an incense burner, a carved spinach jade dancing Bodhisattva carved in full round, a carved purple quartz Guanyin with flowing robes on a wooden stand, a carved hardstone Buddha surrounded by a dragon, waves, lotus blossoms, and a temple carved in full round and on a conforming wooden stand, and a carved hardstone Buddha head as shown.
Lot: 518 - CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE BIRDS.
CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE BIRDS. Comprising two matching pairs of opposing eagles and cranes on conforming wood stands, and a carved hardstone tree incorporating various birds and a deer at base. Greatest height including stand 15.25 inches (38.7cm).
Lot: 519 - 5 CHINESE CARVED JADE FIGURES.
5 CHINESE CARVED JADE FIGURES. Comprising a good group of Chinese carved jade, including a carved green jade fish spouting water and resting on a conforming wood stand, another fish amongst aquatic plants, a group of three fish amongst aquatic plants resting on a pierced carved conforming wood stand, a carved figure of a fish mounted by a young boy, and a finely carved translucent gray jade figure of Guanyin with attendant and fish on a conforming wood stand. Greatest height including stand 10 inches (25.4cm).
Lot: 520 - CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE BIRDS.
CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE BIRDS. Comprising a group of six finely carved hardstone birds as shown. Finely carved with good detail. Greatest height on stand 14 inches (35.6cm).
Lot: 521 - A CHINESE CARVED CORAL GUANYIN.
A CHINESE CARVED CORAL GUANYIN. Comprising a white coral carved figure of a standing Guanyin, carved with flowing robes, of good proportions and anatomy and resting on a pierced carved conforming wood stand. Height of carved coral 3.25 inches (8.5cm). Overall 4.25 inches (11cm).
Lot: 522 - CHINESE CARVED STONE FIGURES.
CHINESE CARVED STONE FIGURES. Comprising three finely carved individual pieces including an exceptionally well-carved soapstone figure of Guanyin resting on an elephant, realistically carved in full round, of good proportions and anatomy with deep folds and good detailing. Together with a finely carved tiger's eye musical maiden carved in full round with flowing robes and holding a string instrument and resting on a conforming wood stand, and a finely carved lapis lazuli figure of a horse-mounted warrior and attendant resting on a conforming wood stand. Greatest height 7 inches (17.8cm).
Lot: 523 - 4 CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE CREATURES.
4 CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE CREATURES. Comprising four carved hardstone mythological creatures, including three Longgui, two on conforming wood stands, and a foo lion. Greatest measurement 9.5 inches (24.1cm); 6.5 x 8.25 inches (16.5 x 21cm).
Lot: 524 - 3 CHINESE CARVED GOLDSTONE FIGURES.
3 CHINESE CARVED GOLDSTONE FIGURES. Comprising a seated Lohan with dragon, a standing Buddha, and a maiden (missing left hand). Each finely carved in full round, with good detail, the Buddha with open mouth and carved tongue, and each resting on a conforming wood stand. Greatest height including stand 8 inches (20.3cm).
Lot: 525 - 5 CHINESE CARVED GOLD STONE PIECES.
5 CHINESE CARVED GOLD STONE PIECES. Comprising a good group of large and impressive Chinese carved goldstone groups, including a Buddha with snake on conforming wood stand, a boy riding a fish, a gourd, a horned winged animal carrying a happy Buddha, and a group of figures within a flowerpot. Each finely carved in full round with good attention to detail, some minor losses here and there. Greatest measurement 7.25 inches (18.4cm).
Lot: 526 - 8 CHINESE CARVED TIGER’S EYE FIGURES.
8 CHINESE CARVED TIGER'S EYE FIGURES. Comprising four finely carved standing Guanyin figures, two seated Buddhas, a Buddha head, and two maidens (one missing head). Greatest height 8.8 inches (22.5cm).
Lot: 527 - CHINESE CARVED TIGERS EYE.
CHINESE CARVED TIGERS EYE. Comprising a pair of finely carved tiger's eye foo lions resting on matching pierced carved conforming wood stands, together with a finely carved seated lion eagle (tip of one ear missing). Greatest height including stand 7.25 inches (18.4cm).
Lot: 528 - GOOD CHINESE CARVED AGATE GROUP.
GOOD CHINESE CARVED AGATE GROUP. Comprising eight individual carved agate animal figures, including a pair of matching exotic birds and horned cattle. Greatest measurement 7.25 inches (18.5cm).
Lot: 529 - CHINESE CARVED TIGERS EYE.
CHINESE CARVED TIGERS EYE. Comprising six finely carved tiger's eye sculptures, including a large tree with birds on a conforming wood stand, a large bear on a conforming wood stand, elephants climbing a mountain on a conforming wood stand, a very finely carved lidded urn with dragon head handles and foo lion finial on fitted cover, together with a prowling wolf and school of dolphins. Greatest height on stand 12.5 inches (31.8cm).
Lot: 530 - CHINESE CARVED JADE DRAGONS.
CHINESE CARVED JADE DRAGONS. Comprising three carved jade dragon groupings, each on conforming wood stands, together with a carved hardstone prowling dragon. Greatest overall measurement 12 inches (30.5cm).
Lot: 531 - CHINESE JADE AND HARDSTONE CARVED BOWLS.
CHINESE JADE AND HARDSTONE CARVED BOWLS. Comprising a large spinach green hardstone footed dragon bowl with flared rim and banded with relief-carved dragons, together with a small carved and polished translucent jade footed bowl with flared rim. Greatest diameter 9.75 inches (24.8cm).
Lot: 532 - 8 CHINESE CARVED OBJECTS.
8 CHINESE CARVED OBJECTS. Comprising an interesting and diverse group of carved objects including a finely carved hardstone cylindrical seal with pierced carved dragon finial, a buffalo horn carved Lohan, a carved wood and soapstone (head) Lohan, a carved and gilded soapstone immortal, a carved and polychrome soapstone figure with attendant, two carved hardstone immortals on a scroll-form wood base, and a carved standing Guanyin on a double lotus base of unknown material. Greatest height 10.5 inches (26.7cm).
Lot: 533 - INTERESTING MIXED MATERIALS GROUPING.
INTERESTING MIXED MATERIALS GROUPING. Comprising a natural amethyst crystal cluster mounted with a varicolored carved hardstone parrot, a finely carved jade flowerpot with blossoming hardstone carved lilies with gem-set pistils resting on a conforming wood stand, four molded varicolored seated Buddhas, and a fine lapis lazuli box with hinged lid and gilded silver interior frame stamped .800. Greatest height 8.5 inches (21.6cm).
Lot: 534 - 15 CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE ANIMALS.
15 CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE ANIMALS. Comprising 15 individually carved hardstone figures, including some jade examples. Featuring a carved jade Tang-style horse on a conforming wood stand; a spinach jade carved prowling dragon on stand; a jade carved rooster; a pair of green jade carved cobras; as well as eight carved malachite animals, including lions, rhinoceroses, a turtle, a pig, an Egyptian bust, and other figures in various materials as shown; and including a likely composition seated dog. Greatest measurement including base 5.75 inches (14.6cm).
Lot: 535 - 11 CHINESE CARVED TURQUOISE & HARDSTONE PIECES.
11 CHINESE CARVED TURQUOISE & HARDSTONE PIECES. Comprising a good group of 11 Chinese carved turquoise, jade, citrine, rock crystal, and amethyst figures. Including a finely carved turquoise scholar with attendant on conforming wood stand, a carved turquoise figure of man carrying gourd, an ornately carved turquoise grouping of fish on wood stand, a carved turquoise lidded urn, a carved green jade standing Buddha, an ornately carved amethyst maiden on wood stand, a carved citrine Thai deity, two carved moonstone seated Buddhas, a carved lapis Buddha, and a small carved agate Buddha. Greatest height 4.6 inches (11.5cm).
Lot: 536 - 6 CHINESE CARVED JADE VESSELS.
6 CHINESE CARVED JADE VESSELS. Comprising a good group of finely carved jade vessels, five examples with fitted covers. Comprising a good variety, including mythological creatures, birds, and a maiden, some on conforming wood stands as shown. Greatest height on stand 9.25 inches (23.5cm).
Lot: 537 - 7 CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE FIGURES.
7 CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE FIGURES. Comprising seven finely carved figures of Guanyin or maidens, each carved in full round with flowing robes and resting on conforming wood stands, as shown. Greatest height, not including stand, 7 inches (17.8cm).
Lot: 538 - 13 CHINESE CARVED LAPIS LAZULI ANIMALS.
13 CHINESE CARVED LAPIS LAZULI ANIMALS. Comprising a good group of thirteen individually carved lapis lazuli animal figures, including a recumbent lion, a recumbent bear, a monkey, a frog, three boars, a cobra, and other animals as shown. Greatest length 4.1 inches (10.4cm).
Lot: 539 - NINE CHINESE CARVED LAPIS LAZULI FIGURES.
NINE CHINESE CARVED LAPIS LAZULI FIGURES. Comprising a good group of Chinese carved lapis lazuli, including a Lohan on a conforming wood stand and various animals as shown, including an owl, elephant, horse, alligator, turtle, and bull. Greatest height 6 inches (15.2cm).
Lot: 540 - 9 CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE BUDDHAS.
9 CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE BUDDHAS. Comprising a good and diverse offering including four carved jade Buddhas, two ruby zoisite Buddhas, a malachite Buddha, a lapis lazuli Buddha, and a hardstone example, most with wood stands as shown. Greatest height 6.25 inches (15.9cm).
Lot: 541 - 23 CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE ANIMALS.
23 CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE ANIMALS. Comprising a good group of 23 Chinese carved jade and hardstone animal figures, including a green jade carved standing bear, four carved malachite animals, an opalite carved elephant and cow, a goldstone carved tiger, a tiger's eye carved eagle, and various other animals as shown. Greatest measurement 4.5 inches (11.5cm).
Lot: 542 - 10 CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE ANIMALS.
10 CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE ANIMALS. Comprising a group of ten finely carved hardstone animals rendered in various materials, including lapis lazuli and malachite, as shown, depicting bears, tigers, a boar, ducks, a lizard, and a hippo. The large lapis bear finely carved and with inset glass eyes, two figures on conforming wood stands as shown. Greatest height 4.75 inches (12cm). Greatest measurement 7.5 inches (19.1cm).
Lot: 543 - CHINESE CARVED MALACHITE GROUP.
CHINESE CARVED MALACHITE GROUP. Comprising eleven individual pieces of carved malachite, comprising various animals including a hippopotamus, bulls, an elephant, Egyptian Sphinx, human heads, and polished pieces as shown. Greatest overall height 8.25 inches (21cm).
Lot: 544 - 7 CHINESE CARVED JADE BIRD GROUPINGS.
7 CHINESE CARVED JADE BIRD GROUPINGS. Comprising a group of five finely carved jade birds and two carved hardstone birds, all but one on a conforming wood stand. Each finely carved in full round with excellent detailing, including an opposing pair. Greatest height including stand 15 inches (38.1cm).
Lot: 545 - CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE GROUP.
CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE GROUP. Comprising six individual pieces including a large carved jade group of foo lions and elephant, and other animals climbing a lidded urn, a carved jade group of foo lions with elephant, a carved hardstone tiger on a conforming wood stand, a carved jade group of two tigers on a conforming wood stand, a carved hardstone galloping horse on a conforming wood stand, and a carved hardstone grouping of monkeys carrying a plum branch. Greatest measurement 12.5 inches (31.8cm).
Lot: 546 - CHINESE CARVED EGYPTIAN GROUP.
CHINESE CARVED EGYPTIAN GROUP. Comprising a substantial and finely carved ruby zoisite group of three Egyptian figures resting on a conforming wooden stand. Together with a carved figure of Anubis rendered in a black polished material (possibly volcanic rock) and resting on a conforming wood stand. Greatest height including stand 11 inches (27.9cm).
Lot: 547 - PR CHINESE CARVED FIGURAL GROUPINGS.
PR CHINESE CARVED FIGURAL GROUPINGS. Comprising a finely carved mountainous village scene with various figures, animals, and a staircase leading to a mountaintop temple. Finely and deeply carved in half round of black polished stone. Together with a finely carved figure of Guanyin riding a foo lion, carved of an unknown polished black material. Greatest height 12 inches (30.5cm).
Lot: 548 - CHINESE CARVED FIGURE & CENSER.
CHINESE CARVED FIGURE & CENSER. Comprising a large and imposing carved spinach jade or hardstone figure of Guanyin, together with a red carved foo lion censer of unknown material. Greatest height 20.75 inches (52.7cm).
Lot: 549 - 3 OHARA KOSON JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS.
3 OHARA KOSON JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS. Comprising three woodblock prints by Ohara Koson (1877–1945), including Jumping Carp, Geese in Flight, and Two Gallinules. Greatest overall size, including glazed frame, 20.25 x 13.25 inches (52 x 33.5cm).
Lot: 550 - 3 GOOD JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS.
3 GOOD JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS. Comprising three Japanese woodblock prints, including works by Utagawa Hiroshige (1797–1858), Shiro Kasamatsu (1898–1991), and Ohara Koson (1877–1945). Greatest overall size, including glazed frame, 29 x 22 inches (74 x 55.9cm).
Lot: 551 - HIROSHI YOSHIDA WOOD BLOCK PRINT & ANOTHER.
HIROSHI YOSHIDA WOOD BLOCK PRINT & ANOTHER. Comprising a Japanese woodblock print In a Temple Yard by Hiroshi Yoshida (1876–1950), contained in a linen-lined glazed frame overall measuring 25 x 20 inches (64 x 51cm), together with Hinaga by Katsuyuki Nishijima (Japanese, born 1945), pencil-signed lower right, overall including glazed frame measuring 11.75 x 14.75 inches (30 x 37.5cm).
Lot: 552 - TWO JAPANESE WOOD BLOCK TRIPTYCHS.
TWO JAPANESE WOOD BLOCK TRIPTYCHS. Comprising two framed woodblock triptychs, each consisting of three panels contained within a single glazed frame. Artists include Utagawa Kunisada (1786–1865) and Toyohara Chikanobu (1838–1912). Greatest measurement, including frame, 19.75 x 35.25 inches (50 x 89.5cm).
Lot: 553 - 3 JAPANESE GEISHA WOODBLOCK PRINTS.
3 JAPANESE GEISHA WOODBLOCK PRINTS. Comprising three woodblock prints of geishas. Artists include Utagawa Kunisada (1786–1865) and Yoshu Chikanobu (1838–1912). Each contained in a glazed frame measuring approximately 21 x 17.25 inches (53.3 x 43.8cm).
Lot: 554 - 4 SAMURAI WOODBLOCK PRINTS WITH ANOTHER.
4 SAMURAI WOODBLOCK PRINTS WITH ANOTHER. Comprising four woodblock prints featuring samurai and one featuring a courtesan. Artists include Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1798–1861), Sadanobu Hasegawa III (1881–1963), Utagawa Toyokuni (1769–1825), and Keisai Eisen (Japanese, 1790–1848). Each contained in glazed frames, greatest measurement including frame 22.5 x 18.5 inches (57.5 x 47cm).
Lot: 555 - 3 JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS.
3 JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS. Comprising two woodblock prints of geishas and one of an actor. Artists include Utagawa Kunisada (1786–1865) and Katsukawa Shunsho (1726–1793). Each contained in a glazed frame. Greatest measurement, including frame, 23.5 x 18 inches (60 x 46cm).
Lot: 556 - 4 JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS.
4 JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS. Comprising four prints, including two works by Ogata Gekko (1859–1920), Playing the Koto and Tray Landscapes, one by Utagawa Kunisada (1786–1865), depicting a courtesan wearing a blue kimono in a garden, and one print of women in a bathhouse by Torii Kiyonaga (1752–1815). Greatest overall measurement (bathhouse), including frame, 21 x 16.75 inches (53.3 x 42.5cm).
Lot: 557 - 4 JAPANESE SEASONS WATERCOLORS BY TERAUCHI.
4 JAPANESE SEASONS WATERCOLORS BY TERAUCHI. Comprising four original watercolor-on-paper paintings by Fukutaro Terauchi (1891–1964), each depicting one of the four seasons. Each work is signed and measures approximately 14 x 6.25 inches (35.5 x 16cm). The paintings are presented together in a single glazed frame measuring 35.25 x 19.75 inches (89.5 x 50cm).
Lot: 558 - MAI TRUNG THU COLOR LITHOGRAPH PRINT.
MAI TRUNG THU COLOR LITHOGRAPH PRINT. Comprising a beautifully framed color lithograph print "Mere et Enfant – Consolation," after noted Vietnamese-French artist Mai Trung Thu (1906 – 1980), contained in an attractive linen-lined frame, the image measuring 22.5 x 11 inches (57.2 x 27.9cm). Overall, including glazed frame, 31.25 x 19.5 inches (79.4 x 49.5cm).
Lot: 559 - 4 LARGE MUGHAL PAINTINGS.
4 LARGE MUGHAL PAINTINGS. Comprising a set of four Indian/Mughal paintings rendered in opaque watercolor, gouache, and gilt and depicting various images, as shown. Each in matching frame measuring 50.5 x 26.3 inches (128 x 67cm).
Lot: 560 - FINE CHINESE EXPORT EMBROIDERED PANEL.
FINE CHINESE EXPORT EMBROIDERED PANEL. Comprising a finely embroidered silk panel depicting a hunting dog with a rabbit. Circa 1890. 16.5 x 13 inches (42 x 33cm). Unframed.
Lot: 561 - HAND PAINTED CHINESE ACCORDION BOOK.
HAND PAINTED CHINESE ACCORDION BOOK. Comprising a finely crafted accordion book depicting "The Eight Noble Steeds", each finely painted in watercolor and gouache, with silk-covered binding, and the frontis heavily inscribed with text. 7 x 5 inches (18 x 13cm).
LARGE FINE MEISSEN PORCELAIN ALLEGORY OF NIGHT. Comprising a large and impressive, finely modeled and decorated Meissen porcelain group of an Allegory of Night, as modeled by Johannes Schilling (1828-1910) from the "Four Times of Day" series. Underside with blue underglaze crossed swords mark. Height 19.25 inches (49cm).
Lot: 2 - LARGE MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUPING.
LARGE MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUPING. Comprising a large and impressive, finely decorated Meissen porcelain grouping depicting Venus Clipping Cupid's Wings, after the model by Christian Gottfried Jüchtzer (1752-1812). Underside with blue underglaze cross swords mark, and incised model number I-82 and impressed number 144. Height 12.5 inches (32cm). One small old loss and repair.
Lot: 3 - LARGE MEISSEN BACCHANAL GROUP, 19TH C.
LARGE MEISSEN BACCHANAL GROUP, 19TH C. Comprising a large, finely modeled and decorated group depicting Bacchus atop a wine keg with various attendants, as designed by Ernst August Leuteritz. Underside with blue underglaze cross swords, incised model number C 35. Minor losses and old repair. Height 12.6 inches (32cm). Reference, see: Bergmann, Meissener figurines A 1-Z 99, cat. 339, p. 176.
Lot: 4 - MEISSEN FIGURE OF APOLLO & DAPHNE.
MEISSEN FIGURE OF APOLLO & DAPHNE. Comprising a finely modeled and finely painted Meissen figural grouping of Apollo and Daphne. Underside with blue underglaze cross swords mark, incised model number J9, and impressed numbers 35 and 28. Height 14 inches (35.5cm). Two missing fingertips.
Lot: 5 - MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURAL GROUPING, 19th C.
MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURAL GROUPING, 19th C. Comprising a Meissen hand-decorated porcelain figural grouping depicting Diana & Endymion as modeled by Christian Gottfried Jüchtzer (1752-1812). Underside with blue underglaze cross swords, incised model number I-8, and impressed 101. Minor losses and repairs. Height 11.1 inches (28.4cm).
Lot: 6 - PAIR OF GOOD KPM CHINOISERIE PORCELAIN FIGURES.
PAIR OF GOOD KPM CHINOISERIE PORCELAIN FIGURES. Comprising a large and finely decorated pair of KPM hand-painted porcelain Chinoiserie figures depicting a man playing cymbals and a woman holding a parrot. Underside of each with blue underglaze KPM scepter mark. Height 15.75 inches (40.4cm).
Lot: 7 - VERY FINE MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUP.
VERY FINE MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising a finely modeled and finely decorated Meissen porcelain group depicting a child with dog (The Placidness of Childhood), modeled by Michel Victor Acier (1736-1799). Underside with blue cross swords mark, incised model number E 77, and incised painter's number 6. Height 7.35 inches (18.5cm). Length 8.5 inches (21.5cm).
Lot: 8 - VERY FINE MEISSEN PORCELAIN CENTERPIECE.
VERY FINE MEISSEN PORCELAIN CENTERPIECE. Comprising a reticulated centerpiece bowl resting on four lion paw feet, beneath laurel swags, the oval pierced lattice body with hand painted floral cartouches and finely modeled and painted ram's head handles, the interior with painted floral bouquets, and the rim banded in ribbon tied laurel wreath. After the design by Johann Carl Schönheit (1730-1805). The underside with blue underglaze crossed swords. A very fine example. Height 7.25 inches (18.4cm), length 15.25 inches (38.7cm).
Lot: 9 - LARGE VOLKSTEDT PORCELAIN GROUP.
LARGE VOLKSTEDT PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising a large and impressive finely modeled and decorated Volkstedt porcelain group of Apollo served by attendants. Resting on an integral domed oval base with blue underglaze mark for the Aelteste Volkstedt porcelain factory. Height 13.25 inches (33.7cm), length 21 inches (53.3cm).
Lot: 10 - PR OF GOOD MEISSEN FIGURINES.
PR OF GOOD MEISSEN FIGURINES. Comprising a Spaniard with Lute, blue underglaze crossed swords, incised model number 67076, as designed by Paul Scheurich (1883-1945). Together with Sitting Faun, blue crossed swords mark, model number 108, as designed by Martin Wiegand (1867-1961). Greatest height 7.75 inches (19.7cm).
Lot: 11 - A FINE MEISSEN SNAKE HANDLE VASE, 19th C.
A FINE MEISSEN SNAKE HANDLE VASE, 19th C. Comprising a large and impressive hand painted and gilt decorated vase, the base with gilt leaf tip banding, beneath a fluted socle pedestal base supporting an urn form vase, painted with wildflowers, the shoulders banded in gilt raised chain link, and set with double snake handles with detailed snakeskin texture, after the design by Ernst August Leuteritz (1818-1893). Underside of base with blue crossed swords mark, incised model number E 116, and impressed number 80. A very fine example of this classic Meissen design. Height 15.25 inches (38.7cm).
Lot: 12 - LARGE MEISSEN FIGURAL GROUPING, 19TH C.
LARGE MEISSEN FIGURAL GROUPING, 19TH C. Comprising a large Meissen porcelain figural grouping of The Capture of the Tritons, modeled by Johann Joachim Kändler (1706-1775). Exquisitely hand-painted in luminous polychrome tones. Underside with blue underglaze cross swords mark, incised model number 639, and impressed number 79. Height 12.5 inches (32cm).
Lot: 13 - A MEISSEN FIGURE OF AN EMPEROR.
A MEISSEN FIGURE OF AN EMPEROR. Possibly Louis V modeled as a Roman emperor seated on a richly scrolled chair surmounted by a crown, wearing lavish robes of purple decorated with gilt and black scrolls, with richly gilt armor to his shoulder, styled as a lion's head mask suspending feathers, with a fleur-de-lys clasp to a gilt belt, a blue skirt, and gilt sandals, holding a laurel wreath, on a semi-circular base molded with gilt drapery. Underside with blue underglaze cross swords mark, and incised model number 792 and impressed number 132. Height 7.5 inches (19cm). Comparison: See Christies London auction of June 24, 2004, as lot number 792
Lot: 14 - MONUMENTAL SEVRES NAPOLEONIC VASE SIGNED E. VERNET.
MONUMENTAL SEVRES NAPOLEONIC VASE SIGNED E. VERNET. Comprising a large and impressive ormolu-mounted, hand-painted cobalt and gilt-decorated Sevres or Sevres style porcelain Napoleonic lidded vase. Of baluster form with finely and entirely painted scene of the Battle of Rivoli after the original 1845 painting by the noted French artist Henri Felix Emmanuel Philippoteaux (1815-1884), and currently held at the Galerie des Batailles, in the Palace of Versailles. Signed E. Vernet for noted porcelain painter Emile Vernet-Lecomte (1821-1900), a renowned 19th century French Academic painter whose classical and orientalist scenes were adapted onto decorative fine porcelain such as the offered lot. Resting on a gilt bronze square base with notched corners, the socle base with gilt-decorated laurel wreath on a cobalt ground, the shoulders of vase set with ornate gilt-bronze handles suspended with rings, and the neck with gilt French Imperial Eagle on cobalt ground, and the domed lid with gilt crowned N within a laurel wreath and with gilt bronze pinecone finial. Stunning! The interior of lid or cover with painted Imperial Sevres mark. Height 39.5 inches (100cm).
Lot: 15 - PR MONUMENTAL PORCELAIN URNS, 19TH C.
PR MONUMENTAL PORCELAIN URNS, 19TH C. Comprising a pair of large and impressive hand-painted porcelain urns, probably Sèvres, circa 1890. Both resting on square bases with notched corners, encircled by gilt bronze laurel wreaths, beneath gilt-decorated socle pedestals on which rest two baluster-form urns, each finely and fully hand-painted with aquatic mythological scenes, probably Venus and Amphitrite, and each with gilt-decorated covers with acorn finials. Height of each 28 inches (71.1cm).
Lot: 16 - IMPRESSIVE ARTIST SIGNED URN.
IMPRESSIVE ARTIST SIGNED URN. Comprising a large and impressive Sevres or Sevres-style cobalt, gilt, and ormolu-mounted urn with ornate gilt bronze shoulder-mounted handles, the front with finely painted scene of a young beauty with Cupid and doves, artist signed G. Poitevin, and the verso with similar shaped reserve with finely painted capriccio. Overall with extensive raised gilt decoration as shown. Stunning! Height 28.25 inches (71.8cm).
Lot: 17 - PR GILT BRONZE MOUNTED URNS.
PR GILT BRONZE MOUNTED URNS. Comprising a pair of matching urns resting on finely sculpted gilt bronze socle bases. The porcelain urns with gilt banded reserves, painted with putti on one side, and the other side with finely painted garden scenes with figures. Shoulders mounted with exceptionally well chased and sculpted gilt bronze twisted goose head handles, and flared acanthus banded gilt rims. Height 16.5 inches (42cm). One example repaired.
Lot: 18 - LARGE MEISSEN FIGURAL GROUP, SCIENTIA.
LARGE MEISSEN FIGURAL GROUP, SCIENTIA. Comprising a large and impressive white porcelain figural grouping of Scientia (Knowledge), finely sculpted after the model by Emmerich Andreesen (1843-1902), with faint incised model number and base of verso with blue crossed swords. Reattached right arm to female figure. Height 18.75 inches (47.6cm).
Lot: 19 - PR MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURES.
PR MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURES. Comprising a complementary pair of Meissen porcelain figures depicting a stocking mender and a cobbler, each sitting in a barrel chair draped with a blanket. The underside of each with blue crossed swords mark and incised model number 114. Greatest height 7 inches (17.8cm).
Lot: 20 - IMPRESSIVE MEISSEN FIGURAL GROUP.
IMPRESSIVE MEISSEN FIGURAL GROUP. Comprising a large and impressive finely modeled and decorated group of figures making merry atop a rocky outcrop surmounted with an urn. Underside with blue crossed swords and incised model number D.96. Height 12.75 inches (32.4cm).
Lot: 21 - MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUP SILENUS ON DONKEY.
MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUP SILENUS ON DONKEY. Comprising a finely modeled and sensitively painted figural grouping of Silenus on a donkey. Underside with blue underglaze crossed swords mark and incised model number 2724, and impressed number 111. Height 8.25 inches (21cm).
Lot: 22 - LARGE MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUP LOVE CAPTURED.
LARGE MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUP LOVE CAPTURED. Comprising a large and impressive, finely decorated Meissen porcelain figural grouping of Love Captured, modeled by Christian Gottfried Jüchtzer (1752-1812). Back of edge with blue underglaze crossed swords mark, and underside with incised model number I-511. Height 14.5 inches (37cm).
Lot: 23 - MEISSEN FIGURE OF HERO & LEANDER.
MEISSEN FIGURE OF HERO & LEANDER. Comprising a finely modeled Meissen porcelain figure of Hero and Leander after the design by Christian Gottfried Jüchtzer (1752-1812). Underside with blue underglaze crossed swords, and incised model number I-11 and impressed number 137. Height 12.5 inches (31.8cm).
Lot: 24 - PR HAND PAINTED SEVRES URNS.
PR HAND PAINTED SEVRES URNS. Comprising a pair of hand painted, gilt decorated cobalt urns, Sevres or Sevres style, circa 1880. Resting on gilt bronze bases, the shoulders with ornate gilt scroll handles, set on gilt masks, the sides and neck with finely painted amorous scenes on front and, on verso, wildflowers with nesting songbirds. Height of each 18.75 inches (47.6cm).
Lot: 25 - EXCEPTIONAL ORMOLU PORCELAIN URN, 19TH C.
EXCEPTIONAL ORMOLU PORCELAIN URN, 19TH C. Comprising a large and impressive gilt bronze-mounted hand-painted porcelain urn, very likely Sevres. The finely sculpted gilt bronze base with draped cloth beneath a socle base banded with a laurel wreath, beneath a leaf-tip support holding a cobalt and gilt-decorated squashed porcelain urn, the sides entirely banded in finely painted scenes of putti with finely sculpted gilt bronze winged putti handles, and rope-twist banded rim. Height 14.5 inches (36.8cm).
Lot: 26 - SEVRES & ROYAL VIENNA LIDDED URNS.
SEVRES & ROYAL VIENNA LIDDED URNS. Comprising a pair of finely hand-painted porcelain urns, including a likely Sevres cobalt blue and gilt bronze-mounted lidded urn on raised gilt base, each side with oval reserve with hand-painted scenes of children painting, and the opposite side with implements of the visual arts encircled with blue, turquoise, and red cabochon beading, the handles terminating in gilt bronze bacchanal busts, and with fitted lid. Together with a Royal Vienna lidded urn, both sides with finely painted classical mythological scenes, resting on a stepped base, both with heavy gilt decoration on a mauve ground, with fitted lid and flower bud finial. Each piece with blue beehive mark. Greatest height 18.8 inches (47.8cm).
Lot: 27 - PAIR OF SEVRES HAND PAINTED URNS.
PAIR OF SEVRES HAND PAINTED URNS. Comprising an exceptional matching pair of hand painted Sevres urns, resting on socle bases with gilt banding and gilt grapevines on an emerald green ground, with scroll gilt handles and gilded flared rim, the front of each finely painted with classical mythological scenes, and the verso painted with temples in a bucolic landscape. Each artist signed V Bernard, for Bernard-Alfred Meyer (1832-1904), noted designer and decorator at the Manufacture Nationale de Sevres. The underside marked M. Imp De Sevres and with J. P. Limoges green underglaze mark. Stunning! Height of each 16.25 inches (41.3cm).
Lot: 28 - MASSIVE PORCELAIN CENTERPIECE, 19TH C.
MASSIVE PORCELAIN CENTERPIECE, 19TH C. Comprising a large and impressive hand painted and gilt decorated centerpiece porcelain bowl, Sevres or Sevres style, 19th century. Resting on an oval pierced bronze base, with ribbed panels and gilt scroll supports on a turquoise ground. Each side with circular reserves, one side painted with a doctor or alchemist inspecting a vial of liquid, likely after the painting by David Teniers (1610-1690). The opposite side with a hand painted interior domestic scene near a spinning wheel. With shaped rim and large acanthus mounted Greek key handles on each end. Height 15 inches (38.1cm), width 21.5 inches (54.6cm).
Lot: 29 - PR EXCEPTIONAL MOON FLASK COVERED URNS.
PR EXCEPTIONAL MOON FLASK COVERED URNS. Comprising a pair of matching French (possibly Sevres) hand-painted and gilt decorated porcelain moon flask lidded urns, each resting on four spread legs, the fronts with finely painted bust portraits of Renaissance noblewomen in feathered hats and bejeweled garments. Both are artist signed, Poitevin, for Georges Emile Poitevin (1820–1910), a noted Sevres porcelain painter. The verso of each with finely painted still lifes depicting the elements of the arts, both with fitted lids. Height of each 15.5 inches (39.4cm). Stunning!
Lot: 30 - KPM LIDDED URNS.
KPM LIDDED URNS. Comprising a pair of matching KPM lidded urns, the fronts decorated with finely hand-painted songbirds within a gilt reserve, and with fitted lids as shown, the underside of each with KPM blue scepter mark and K.P.M. cross-mounted orb mark. Height of each 15.25 inches (38.7cm).
Lot: 31 - SIX GOOD CHELSEA EXOTIC BIRD PLATES, 18TH C.
SIX GOOD CHELSEA EXOTIC BIRD PLATES, 18TH C. Comprising a set of six Chelsea porcelain hand-painted exotic bird plates with basketweave, scalloped, and gilt-decorated borders. The verso of each with gold anchor mark. Diameter 10 inches.
Lot: 32 - PAIR OF CHELSEA PORCELAIN CANDELABRA.
PAIR OF CHELSEA PORCELAIN CANDELABRA. Comprising a matching pair of Chelsea bocage porcelain two-light candelabra. Each on rocaille scroll gilt-decorated bases depicting a shepherd and shepherdess with ornate floral backdrops and two light candle sockets. The base of each with gold anchor mark. Height of each 11.25 inches (28.5cm).
Lot: 33 - PAIR OF MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUPINGS.
PAIR OF MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUPINGS. Comprising a pair of Meissen porcelain figural groupings including an Allegory of Literature, incised model number 12 and impressed number 85, and an Allegory of Music, incised model number 10 and impressed numbers 163 and 18, after the design by Michel Victor Acier (1736-1799). The underside of both with blue underglaze cross swords mark. Greatest height 8.75 inches (22.4cm). Some minor losses.
Lot: 34 - PAIR OF MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUPINGS.
PAIR OF MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUPINGS. Comprising a pair of finely decorated Meissen porcelain figural groupings of Musicians. Underside of each with blue underglaze cross swords mark, and one with incised model number 195 and the other 196. Greatest height 9.75 inches (24.5cm).
Lot: 35 - PAIR OF LARGE SCARCE CHELSEA FIGURINES, 19TH C.
PAIR OF LARGE SCARCE CHELSEA FIGURINES, 19TH C. Comprising a pair of finely modeled and decorated Chelsea porcelain figures, one depicting Mars, the other Minerva, both with gold anchor mark on the base. Height 16.75 inches (42.5cm).
Lot: 36 - MEISSEN FOUR SEASONS MANTLE CLOCK.
MEISSEN FOUR SEASONS MANTLE CLOCK. Comprising a large and impressive Meissen porcelain mantel clock, resting on three rocaille scroll and gilt-decorated legs. The body overall decorated with applied flowers and four children representing the seasons. The dial encircled with a snake and with enameled Roman numerals, underside with blue crossed swords mark. Height 19 inches (48.3cm).
Lot: 37 - PR PORCELAIN PUTTI CANDELABRA.
PR PORCELAIN PUTTI CANDELABRA. Comprising a pair of ornate hand-painted and gilt-decorated porcelain four-light candelabra. On rocaille gilt-decorated bases with applied flowers, the central stem with two winged putti beneath a scrolled arm and floral-decorated four-socket fixture, underside with the mark of Von Schierholz Porcelain Factory. The height of each, 20 inches (50.8cm).
Lot: 38 - MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUP SILENUS ON DONKEY.
MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUP SILENUS ON DONKEY. Comprising a finely modeled and sensitively painted figural grouping of Silenus on a donkey. Underside with blue underglaze crossed swords mark, incised model number 2724, and impressed number 72, and decorator's gilt number 45. Height 8.25 inches (21cm).
Lot: 39 - MEISSEN PORCELAIN BOLOGNESE DOG.
MEISSEN PORCELAIN BOLOGNESE DOG. Comprising a finely modeled and painted Meissen Bolognese dog. Underside with blue underglaze cross swords mark. Height 9.5 inches (24cm).
Lot: 40 - PAIR OF MEISSEN BUSTS.
PAIR OF MEISSEN BUSTS. Comprising a pair of finely modeled Meissen busts depicting a Roman emperor and empress. Both on integral socle pedestals and each with blue underglaze crossed swords mark. Greatest height 9.2 inches (23.4cm).
Lot: 41 - EXCEPTIONAL KPM NAPOLEAN CUP & SAUCER.
EXCEPTIONAL KPM NAPOLEAN CUP & SAUCER. Comprising a cobalt and gilt-decorated KPM matching cup and saucer, the front of cup with finely painted bust portrait of Napoleon within a burnished gilt reserve and overall with raised gilt decoration as shown. Underside with blue underglaze scepter mark. Diameter of saucer 7 inches (17.8cm), height of cup 5.25 inches (13.3cm).
Lot: 42 - GOOD GILT DECORATED MEISSEN CUP & SAUCER.
GOOD GILT DECORATED MEISSEN CUP & SAUCER. Comprising a matching white porcelain and gilt-decorated Meissen cup and saucer, the cup raised on three paw feet and with gilt-decorated scroll handle and rim. The front of cup with a finely modelled bas-relief bust of Johann Friedrich Böttger. The underside of each with blue underglaze crossed swords. Height of cup 5.5 inches (14cm), diameter of saucer 7.5 inches (19cm). Johann Friedrich Böttger (1682-1719) was a German alchemist famous for inadvertently creating the first European hard-paste porcelain, often called "white gold." After claiming he could turn base metals into gold, he was imprisoned by Augustus the Strong and ordered to produce gold. Instead, he succeeded in unlocking the closely guarded recipe for porcelain. This breakthrough led to the founding of the Royal Saxon Porcelain Manufactory in 1710, establishing the Meissen factory—the first place in Europe to mass-produce porcelain. Despite his major achievement, Böttger remained imprisoned to protect the trade secret. Exhausted, under immense pressure, and suffering from alcoholism, he died at the age of 37.
Lot: 43 - MEISSEN COLBALT & GOLD ROYAL CUP & SAUCER.
MEISSEN COLBALT & GOLD ROYAL CUP & SAUCER. Comprising a large and impressive Meissen porcelain cobalt- and gilt-decorated cup and saucer, circa 1854. The cup raised on three gilt scrolled feet, and the front with bas-relief gilded coat of arms of Saxony beneath a crown, and the sides with finely sculpted oval bas-relief medallion profile busts within scroll borders of King John of Saxony on one side and, on the other side, his spouse, Queen Amalie Auguste of Bavaria; the interior partially gilded. On matching cobalt- and gilt-decorated saucer. The underside of each with blue underglaze crossed swords. Height of cup alone 5 inches (13cm). Diameter of saucer 5.75 inches (15cm).
Lot: 44 - KPM & OTHER PORCELAIN CUPS, C. 1850.
KPM & OTHER PORCELAIN CUPS, C. 1850. Comprising a good group of seven finely painted and gilt-decorated handled cups, including four examples with KPM scepter mark, one finely painted with the Evangelist Saint John, the other with a finely painted image of a hunter carrying a gun. Together with a footed example with hand-painted interior scene with blue beehive mark, a cobalt and gilt-decorated cup with finely painted floral bouquet with unknown mark on bottom of foot, and another gilt footed example with finely painted scene of a female bather. Greatest height 5.25 inches (13.3cm).
Lot: 45 - 6 KPM CUPS & SAUCERS.
6 KPM CUPS & SAUCERS. Comprising six KPM matching cups and saucers, including a footed and gilt-decorated cup and saucer, the front of cup painted with Frederick the Great, the interior gilded; a footed gilt-decorated cup with matching saucer, the front painted with the Iron Cross, dated 1914; two cups painted with heraldic shields; a footed and gilt-decorated cup with wreathed portrait of Paul von Hindenburg; and another white cup with bas-relief medallion bust of Hindenburg. Underside of each (with the exception of one saucer) with KPM blue scepter mark, some with WWI Iron Cross mark and some with red KPM orb mark. Height of largest cup 5.25 inches (13.3cm), diameter of largest saucer 7.25 inches (18.4cm).
Lot: 46 - 4 KPM TOPOGRAPHICAL PORCELAIN CUPS.
4 KPM TOPOGRAPHICAL PORCELAIN CUPS. Comprising four hand-painted KPM porcelain topographical cups. Each raised on gilded paw feet with gilt-decorated scroll handle, the front of each with hand-painted topographical scenes including Königsberg Castle, Vogel's Garten, Mausoleum in the Charlottenburg Palace gardens, and the Chinese House, the garden pavilion in Sanssouci Park in Potsdam. The underside of each with blue underglaze scepter marks and some with red Imperial Eagle KPM mark as well. Height of each cup 5.25 inches (13.5cm).
Lot: 47 - 6 VERY FINE BIEDERMEIER HAND PAINTED CUPS & SAUCERS.
6 VERY FINE BIEDERMEIER HAND PAINTED CUPS & SAUCERS. Comprising six very finely painted Biedermeier porcelain cups and saucers, including a finely painted portrait cup depicting famous Austrian tenor Anton Haizinger after the painting by Franz Seraph Stirnbrand (1788-1882). Both the cup and saucer with mauve and gilt banding, unmarked, diameter of saucer 5.6 inches (14.5cm). Together with a Royal Vienna topographical example painted with St. Stephen's Cathedral, Vienna, with scroll handle and gilt banding, the underside of cup with blue beehive mark, diameter of saucer 6 inches (15cm). A KPM cup and matching saucer, the cup painted with a romantic scene and the cavetto of the saucer with the same couple, both with gilt banding, the saucer with underglaze blue scepter mark, diameter of saucer 5.75 inches (14.5cm). A Sèvres matching cup and saucer, the cup painted with the garden façade of the Château de Neuilly, and the saucer with the gardens, both with blue and gilt banding and the underside of each with blue Sèvres mark, diameter of saucer 5.5 inches (14cm). As well as a large cup and saucer in blue with extensive ornate gilt decoration, the front of cup with finely painted scene titled on underside in Italian "Osteria di Fuorigrotta" - Tavern in Fuorigrotta, and further inscribed "Giovine in Napoli," otherwise unmarked. Diameter of saucer 6.75 inches (17cm). And another large cup and saucer, the cup painted with an apple seller with cathedral in background, both with gilt banding on white ground. The saucer with blue KPM scepter mark, diameter 7 inches (18cm).
Lot: 48 - 5 KPM HAND PAINTED CUPS & SAUCERS.
5 KPM HAND PAINTED CUPS & SAUCERS. Comprising five KPM hand-painted matching cups and saucers, the cups painted with courting scenes, classical scenes, and one interior kitchen scene, each with gilt banding and burnished gilt decoration. Four with blue underglaze scepter mark and one with modern KPM mark. Greatest height 4.75 inches (12cm), greatest diameter of saucer 5.75 inches (14.5cm).
Lot: 49 - GOOD PAIR OF GERMAN PORCELAIN CUPS & SAUCERS.
GOOD PAIR OF GERMAN PORCELAIN CUPS & SAUCERS. Comprising two bisque, glazed, and gilt-decorated porcelain cups and saucers, German, 19th century. Each with ornate bisque angel figural handle and panels with bas-relief classical figures. The front of each with painted gilt and black detailed classical imagery. The saucer of one with blue RPM mark, the others unmarked. Height of each cup 4.75 inches (12cm). The greatest diameter of saucers 7 inches (17.5cm).
Lot: 50 - LARGE BALLETS RUSSES PORCELAIN FIGURES, C. 1930.
LARGE BALLETS RUSSES PORCELAIN FIGURES, C. 1930. Comprising a large and impressive, finely modeled, painted, and gilt-decorated Volkstedt porcelain figural grouping depicting the famous Russian ballet team of Mikhail and Vera Fokin from the ballet Cleopatra. Base of tree trunk with blue underglaze Aelteste Volkstedt mark. Height 13.5 inches (34.5cm). Length 12.25 inches (31cm). Mikhail (1880-1942) and Vera (1886-1958) Fokin were principal dancers and choreographers renowned for their work in Sergei Diaghilev's Ballets Russes. Their striking performances in Fokin's exotic ballet Cleopatra (originally titled Egyptian Nights) remain famous for their vivid color, historical styling, and heavily expressive mime.
Lot: 51 - GREAT ART DECO PORCELAIN EGYPTIAN DANCER.
GREAT ART DECO PORCELAIN EGYPTIAN DANCER. Comprising a finely modeled and gilt and polychrome decorated Egyptian dancer, Karl Ens, Volkstedt. Underside with green windmill mark. Height 12 inches (30.5cm).
Lot: 52 - GREAT ART NOUVEAU MAJOLICA CENTERPIECE.
GREAT ART NOUVEAU MAJOLICA CENTERPIECE. Comprising a large and impressive German Art Nouveau figural Majolica centerpiece resting on an undulating scalloped-rimmed bowl decorated with Art Nouveau-style cherries, the central pedestal stem modeled with two women with flowing hair and dresses beneath a shaped pierced-rim bowl. Underside with impressed mark of R.M. Krause. Height 20.5 inches (52.1cm), width 18.25 inches (46.4cm).
Lot: 53 - HUTSCHENREUTHER & ROSENTHAL FIGURES.
HUTSCHENREUTHER & ROSENTHAL FIGURES. Comprising five porcelain figures, including four Hutschenreuther examples, including a pair of fighting cocks, a monkey in a tree, and Mephistopheles. Together with a Rosenthal semi-nude dancing female, with some old repairs and losses. Greatest height 8.25 inches (21cm).
Lot: 54 - PR OF PORCELAIN NUDES WITH ANIMALS.
PR OF PORCELAIN NUDES WITH ANIMALS. Comprising a finely modeled nude with polar bears by Hutschenreuther. Together with a Royal Dux porcelain figure of a female nude running alongside a grayhound, as shown. Greatest height 14.25 inches (36.2cm).
Lot: 55 - ROYAL COPENHAGEN POLAR BEARS.
ROYAL COPENHAGEN POLAR BEARS. Comprising two Royal Copenhagen polar bear figures, including one attacking a seal, underside with model number 1108, and another depicting a roaring upright polar bear, underside with model number 502. Greatest measurement 13.5 inches (34.3cm).
Lot: 56 - 3 BING & GRONDAHL POLAR BEARS.
3 BING & GRONDAHL POLAR BEARS. Comprising three graduated Bing & Grondahl polar bears, as shown. Greatest length 13.5 inches (34.3cm), greatest height 8.5 inches (21.6cm).
Lot: 57 - 7 ROYAL COPENHAGEN POLAR BEARS.
7 ROYAL COPENHAGEN POLAR BEARS. Comprising seven individual figures, including fighting bear cubs, frolicking bear cubs, and a prowling polar bear. Together with a seated Lladro polar bear. Greatest measurement 7 inches (17.8cm). Eight figures in all.
Lot: 58 - ROYAL COPENHAGEN LION FAMILY.
ROYAL COPENHAGEN LION FAMILY. Comprising two large Royal Copenhagen figures, including a male lion and a lioness with her cub, each with model number 1268 and 2268. Greatest measurement 14 inches (35.6cm).
Lot: 59 - ROYAL COPENHAGEN TIGERS.
ROYAL COPENHAGEN TIGERS. Comprising a pair of Royal Copenhagen recumbent tigers, model number 714. One with reattached foot. Greatest measurement 12 inches (30.5cm).
Lot: 60 - LARGE KPM PORCELAIN FIGURE OF HERCULES.
LARGE KPM PORCELAIN FIGURE OF HERCULES. Comprising a large and finely painted KPM porcelain figure of Hercules as modeled by Wilhelm Christian Meyer. Underside with blue underglaze scepter mark and orb KPM mark. Height 12.5 inches (32cm).
Lot: 61 - GOOD MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURAL GROUPING.
GOOD MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURAL GROUPING. Comprising a good Meissen porcelain figural group depicting an Allegory of the Visual Arts after the design by Johann Joachim Kändler (1706-1775). Underside with blue underglaze crossed swords mark, incised model number 2462, and impressed number 115. Height 6 inches (15.4cm).
Lot: 62 - MEISSEN SLEEPING LADY PORCELAIN FIGURE.
MEISSEN SLEEPING LADY PORCELAIN FIGURE. Finely modeled and painted. The underside with blue underglaze crossed swords, incised model number E-58, and impressed decorator's number 122. Height 7.5 inches (19cm). Some losses to lace veil.
Lot: 63 - MEISSEN FIGURAL GROUP JUPITER ON SPHINX.
MEISSEN FIGURAL GROUP JUPITER ON SPHINX. Comprising a finely painted Meissen porcelain figural grouping of Jupiter on a sphinx. Underside with blue crossed swords mark and incised model number 1252. Height 11 inches (28cm). Repaired fingers and missing toe tip.
Lot: 64 - MEISSEN PORCELAIN CUPID.
MEISSEN PORCELAIN CUPID. Finely modeled and painted, resting on a gilt Greek key-banded oval base, the underside with blue underglaze crossed swords, and incised model number G. 30 and impressed #51. Height 7.75 inches (19.7cm).
Lot: 65 - NYMPHENBURG BLACKMOORE LIDDED SWEET MEAT.
NYMPHENBURG BLACKMOORE LIDDED SWEET MEAT. Finely hand-painted with gilt highlights and impressed mark on underside. Height 6.2 inches (15.7cm).
Lot: 66 - PR OF MEISSEN FIGURINES.
PR OF MEISSEN FIGURINES. Both finely modeled and decorated, including a shepherdess and a faun with cymbals. Underside of shepherdess with blue underglaze crossed swords and 200th anniversary dates 1710-1910, incised model number 4, and impressed number 111, height 11.5 inches (29.2cm). The underside of faun with blue underglaze sword mark and incised model number H41, and impressed number 92, height 9.25 inches (23.5cm).
Lot: 67 - 4 MEISSEN PORCELAIN CUPIDS, 19TH C.
4 MEISSEN PORCELAIN CUPIDS, 19TH C. Comprising four finely modeled and decorated cupid figures in various poses as shown, each on a gilt banded stepped socle base. The underside of each with blue crossed swords mark and model numbers including incised L109, impressed L112, incised L118, and incised L114. Height 8.5 inches (21.6cm). Some losses and old repairs.
Lot: 68 - GOOD MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUP.
GOOD MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising four finely modeled hand painted Meissen putti figurines. Including a putti with a basket of flowers, another digging in a garden, one sawing a heart shaped log, and another making a cup of tea. Each with blue underglaze crossed swords mark, and including model numbers, incised 117r, incised C100 with impressed 131, incised C. 97 with impressed 48, and incised L. 154 with impressed 186. Greatest height 5.5 inches (14cm). Some losses and old repairs.
Lot: 69 - THREE MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURES.
THREE MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURES. Comprising a pair of matching Meissen porcelain sweetmeat dishes modeled as a recumbent nobleman and noblewoman, each holding a lattice-work bowl, the underside of each with blue crossed swords mark and incised model numbers 2872 and 2875. Length of each 6.75 inches (16.5cm). Together with a Meissen figure of a woman at a piano, the underside with blue crossed swords and incised model number E-1. Height 4.8 inches (12.5cm).
Lot: 70 - PAIR OF MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURAL BASKETS.
PAIR OF MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURAL BASKETS. Comprising a large double basket with woman holding flowers, underside with incised mark 2197 and blue underglaze crossed swords. Height 8.25 inches (21cm) and blue crossed swords. Together with a similar smaller example of a young girl with flowers, incised mark 3024, impressed 44, and blue crossed swords.
Lot: 71 - MEISSEN PORCELAIN SEASON FIGURES.
MEISSEN PORCELAIN SEASON FIGURES. Comprising four individual figures, including a figure of Winter from the Four Seasons series, incised model number D83; an allegory of Spring, incised model number G84 and impressed 23; a figure of the goddess Demeter, incised model number 2724, impressed number 58; and a figure representing Autumn, incised model number G88 and impressed number 124. Each figure with blue underglaze crossed swords mark on the underside of base. Greatest height 9.1 inches (23.1cm).
Lot: 72 - 4 MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURES.
4 MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURES. Comprising four individual Meissen porcelain figures, including a hunter, incised model number H8, the personification of astronomy, incised model number 1716, a bassoon player from the Galante Chapel series, incised mark number 4, impressed mark 1560, and a figure of a man carrying a basket of bottled drinks and a lantern, impressed number 1087. The underside of each with blue underglaze crossed swords mark. Greatest height 7 inches (17.8cm).
Lot: 73 - 6 GOOD VINTAGE MEISSEN FIGURES.
6 GOOD VINTAGE MEISSEN FIGURES. Comprising six finely painted Meissen porcelain figures, 19th century, including a male gardener, incised model number C-69 and impressed 127, a figure of a woman with water can and flowers near fountain, a pair depicting a woman with a sheep, incised model number F-68, impressed 42, and a man with hat full of eggs, incised model F-68 impressed 42, and another pair depicting a shepherd with flute and dog and a shepherdess with flute and a sheep at her feet, incised marks 722 and 723. The underside of each with blue crossed swords mark. Some with minor losses. Greatest height 8.25 inches (21cm).
Lot: 74 - 4 MEISSEN CUPID FIGURES.
4 MEISSEN CUPID FIGURES. Comprising four Meissen figures of Cupid, including Cupid near a teapot and fire, incised model number 698; a standing Cupid with bow, incised model number 173; and two figures of seated Cupids on triangular bases with inscribed plaques, each with blue crossed swords mark on underside of base. Losses and old repairs. Greatest height 5.8 inches (14.7cm).
Lot: 75 - 2 KPM PORCELAIN FIGURES.
2 KPM PORCELAIN FIGURES. Comprising two individual KPM porcelain figures, including a beggar woman and a man playing cymbals. Both with KPM mark on underside. Greatest height 7.8 inches (19.8cm).
Lot: 76 - PR OF MEISSEN ANIMAL FIGURES.
PR OF MEISSEN ANIMAL FIGURES. Comprising a pair of white glazed Meissen playful bears, underside with crossed swords mark and incised model number 78760 and impressed number 1463. Together with a white glazed panther on branch, the underside with incised and blue crossed swords mark, incised model number F300, and impressed number 1360. Together with a glazed white porcelain monkey on a tree, apparently unmarked. Greatest height 7.25 inches (18.4cm).
Lot: 77 - GERMAN PORCELAIN FIGURES.
GERMAN PORCELAIN FIGURES. Including a white bisque Meissen porcelain figure of a fawn with cymbals, after the design by Christian Gottfried Jüchtzer (1752-1812), finely sculpted with hyper-realistic anatomy, incised on underside of base with crossed swords within a triangle, and verso of base with incised model number H.41. Reattached left arm, height 9.5 inches (24.1cm). Together with a pair of white glazed porcelain figural spill vases depicting two musical bacchanal putti, with repairs and losses.
Lot: 78 - MIXED VINTAGE MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUP.
MIXED VINTAGE MEISSEN PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising seven individual Meissen porcelain pieces, including a large turquoise, white, and gilt-decorated tea pot with figural head spout, a Meissen creamer, a Meissen covered box with flower bud finial, a Meissen Chinoiserie circular covered box, a Meissen footed figural stand, and a pair of Meissen double-gourd lidded perfume bottles. Each piece with blue underglaze crossed swords mark. Greatest height 10.25 inches (26cm).
Lot: 79 - SIX MEISSEN PORCELAIN CHILDREN FIGURES.
SIX MEISSEN PORCELAIN CHILDREN FIGURES. Comprising six finely hand-painted porcelain figures of children, each in various costumes and holding different implements. The underside of each with blue underglaze crossed swords mark and with incised or impressed model numbers. Greatest height 5.5 inches (14cm).
Lot: 80 - SIX MEISSEN PORCELAIN CHILDREN’S FIGURINES.
SIX MEISSEN PORCELAIN CHILDREN'S FIGURINES. Each finely decorated, each with blue crossed swords marks and all but one with an incised model number on underside. Greatest height 5.5 inches (14cm).
Lot: 81 - 5 MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURES.
5 MEISSEN PORCELAIN FIGURES. Comprising a pair depicting a man and woman seated in a chair in fancy attire, two troubadour vases with candle sockets behind their heads, and a white musical animal. Each with blue underglaze crossed swords mark, some losses and old repairs. Greatest height 7.4 inches (18.8cm).
Lot: 82 - MEISSEN COMPLETE SET OF FIVE SENSES.
MEISSEN COMPLETE SET OF FIVE SENSES. Comprising five individual Meissen porcelain figures, each representing one of the five senses after the models by J.J. Kändler and J.F. Eberlein. Underside of each with blue underglaze cross swords mark and each with incised model numbers 1136, 1062, 1042, 1035, and 1051, as well as impressed numbers and painted decorator's numbers. Height 11.25 inches (28.5cm).
Lot: 83 - 13 KPM PORCELAIN CHILDREN FIGURES.
13 KPM PORCELAIN CHILDREN FIGURES. Comprising 13 individual hand-decorated porcelain children figurines, each with various costumes and holding various implements. The underside of each with blue underglaze scepter mark, as well as red orb KPM mark. Greatest height 4.25 inches (10.5cm).
Lot: 84 - PORCELAIN BUSTS OF BOURBON CHILDREN.
PORCELAIN BUSTS OF BOURBON CHILDREN. The two larger examples with Augustus Rex marks, the smaller example with crossed swords mark and incised model number 414. Greatest height 6.75 inches (17.1cm).
Lot: 85 - GOOD DECORATED PORCELAIN GROUP.
GOOD DECORATED PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising two pieces, including a large and impressive figural group "Motherhood" by Luigi Fabris (1883-1952), underside marked with model number 8, signed Fabris, and with anchor mark for the Fabris workshop, height 8.25 inches (21cm), width 8.5 inches (21.5cm). Together with a German two socket candelabra featuring a putti playing a drum at center, marked on underside Germany, height 8.5 inches (21.5cm), some repairs.
Lot: 86 - MEISSEN & OTHER PORCELAIN FIGURAL GROUPINGS, 19TH C.
MEISSEN & OTHER PORCELAIN FIGURAL GROUPINGS, 19TH C. Comprising a group of musical children, underside with blue crossed swords mark and incised model number 2489, some losses. A young girl and boy with dog and basket of fruit, blue crossed swords mark, repaired and losses. A pair of matching children, one pair with girl playing mandolin, the other pair with children and birdcage, the underside of each with the Augustus Rex mark in blue underglaze. And a boy and girl in a winter landscape gathering wood and warming themselves over a small fire, underside with blue underglaze Höchst Porcelain factory mark. Greatest height 6.25 inches (15.9cm).
Lot: 87 - GOOD EUROPEAN PORCELAIN GROUP.
GOOD EUROPEAN PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising four finely modeled hand painted porcelain figural groups. Including an August Rex marked figural group of a boy playing the flute beside a girl holding grapes with a goat, underside with blue underglaze crowned R mark, height 6.25 inches (15.9cm). A Jacob Petit marked figural perfume bottle, with a figure of a boy leaning over a basket, underside with blue underglaze marking J.P., height 8 inches (20.3cm). A figural group of putti with doves and a cage, underside marked Made in France, height 8 inches (20.3cm). And a likely Chelsea figural group of a courting couple with a bear, base with gilt anchor mark, height 7.5 inches (19.1cm). Overall some losses and old repairs.
Lot: 88 - HOCHST PORCELAIN FIGURE.
HOCHST PORCELAIN FIGURE. Depicting a man taming a goat, finely painted and modeled, underside with blue underglaze Höchst factory mark. Height 7.25 inches (18.4cm).
Lot: 89 - DRESDEN PORCELAIN FIGURAL LAMP.
DRESDEN PORCELAIN FIGURAL LAMP. Comprising a large and impressive highly ornate Dresden porcelain figural grouping of figures in a bucolic landscape, with sheep and putti, on a rocaille scroll gilt-decorated base, and set into a gilt metal raised shaped lamp base with single socket arm. Height to top of socket 19.25 inches (48.9cm).
Lot: 90 - EUROPEAN PORCELAIN FIGURAL GROUP.
EUROPEAN PORCELAIN FIGURAL GROUP. Comprising four individual porcelain figural groups as shown. Including a female Bacchanal figure, a male suitor, a couple seated on chairs on a rocaille scroll gilt-decorated base, and a large Dresden-style complex group of a shepherd and two women in a lush bucolic landscape, resting on a gilt-decorated rocaille scroll base, the underside with Sitzendorf mark. Various states of condition. Greatest height 15 inches (38.1cm).
Lot: 91 - 6 PORCELAIN FIGURES.
6 PORCELAIN FIGURES. Comprising three Royal Vienna ‘Seasons' figures on square bases with gilt banding, each with blue beehive mark; a figure of a woman sculpture with blue crossed swords mark; a female standing next to a marble pedestal with blue crossed swords and incised model number 1735; a porcelain bust of Napoleon; and a Majolica bust of Napoleon on socle base wearing laurel crown, as shown. Greatest height 10.2 inches (25.9cm).
Lot: 92 - 6 GERMAN PORCELAIN FIGURES, 19TH C.
6 GERMAN PORCELAIN FIGURES, 19TH C. Comprising a Volkstedt-marked figure being the personification of winter, a pair of female busts on raised scroll bases with Sitzendorf mark, a young girl in chair with Volkstedt crown mark, Psyche and Cupid, the underside with Höchst mark, and a man looking down the blouse of a seated woman. Greatest measurement 5.75 inches (14.6cm).
Lot: 93 - 4 MEISSEN STYLE MONKEY MUSICIAN FIGURES.
4 MEISSEN STYLE MONKEY MUSICIAN FIGURES. Comprising four hand-decorated porcelain figures of monkey musicians, the underside of each with blue cross swords, and each with impressed model numbers 693, 695, 696, and 697. Greatest height 6.5 inches (16.5cm).
Lot: 94 - MIESSEN BUTTEGER STEINZEUG MASK.
MIESSEN BUTTEGER STEINZEUG MASK. Finely sculpted in half round, with polished lips and eyelids, impressed crossed swords mark on verso, incised mold number R.282, and impressed Butteger Steinzeug mark. Height 8.25 inches (21cm).
Lot: 95 - 13 VINTAGE PORCELAIN FIGURINES.
13 VINTAGE PORCELAIN FIGURINES. Comprising four musician characters with Aelteste Volkstedt mark, a pair of similar all-white characters with Capodimonte mark, two with Höchst mark, two with Sitzendorf mark, and others. Greatest height 5 inches (12.7cm). Some losses and old repairs.
Lot: 96 - 10 PIECE SITZENDORF PORCELAIN MONKEY BAND.
10 PIECE SITZENDORF PORCELAIN MONKEY BAND. Comprising an assembled 10-piece hand-decorated porcelain monkey band. The underside of each with Sitzendorf mark and impressed model number. Greatest height 5.75 inches (14.5cm).
Lot: 97 - 10 EUROPEAN PORCELAIN FIGURES.
10 EUROPEAN PORCELAIN FIGURES. Comprising a group of ten mostly 19th century porcelain figures, including a matching pair of a male and female musician, both with gold anchor (Chelsea) mark; a pair of figures depicting crowned women, one with mandolin, the other with basket of flowers, each with crowned Derby mark; a jester with a rooster; a female shepherd; a vegetable seller; and others, as shown. All with various marks. Some losses and old repairs. Greatest height 8.75 inches (22.2cm).
Lot: 98 - LARGE MAJOLICA SEATED MONKEY.
LARGE MAJOLICA SEATED MONKEY. Comprising a large and finely sculpted Majolica seated monkey eating bananas, probably Italian. Height 17.75 inches (45.1cm).
Lot: 99 - EUROPEAN PORCELAIN GROUP, 19TH C.
EUROPEAN PORCELAIN GROUP, 19TH C. Comprising four porcelain figures, including a large porcelain figure of Joan of Arc, height 13 inches (33.0cm), a bisque porcelain bust of Henry IV on a socle base resting on a column-form pedestal, a Copeland Parian porcelain bust of Napoleon III signed on verso J.E. Jones and dated 1851, and a finely sculpted early Sevres figure of a beggar woman, the underside with incised Sevres mark.
Lot: 100 - PARIAN FIGURE OF THE DUKE OF WELLINGTON.
PARIAN FIGURE OF THE DUKE OF WELLINGTON. Comprising a 19th century Samuel Alcock Parian ware figure of the seated Duke of Wellington, the underside marked and dated 1852. Height 11.25 inches (28.5cm).
Lot: 101 - GOOD EUROPEAN PORCELAIN GROUP.
GOOD EUROPEAN PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising seven individual pieces as shown, including a pair of matching gilt bronze and porcelain three-light candelabra with finely cast musical putti base and scroll arms, resting on a painted porcelain urn. Together with a pair of matching Egyptian Revival potpourri urns with vented covers, a beautiful hand-painted and artist-signed Limoges porcelain vase depicting two nude sea nymphs, signed on underside of base J. Pouyat, a cobalt and gilt-decorated Royal Vienna ewer decorated with a bust of a young beauty within an oval reserve, and an ormolu-mounted urn decorated with a scene of Cupid and a young maiden signed P. Roche. Greatest height 13.5 inches (34.3cm).
Lot: 102 - 4 PORCELAIN & ENAMEL BOXES & EGG, C. 1880-1900.
4 PORCELAIN & ENAMEL BOXES & EGG, C. 1880-1900. Comprising four hand-painted porcelain and enamel boxes and one egg. Including a gilt-mounted Limoges enamel hand-painted box, the hinged lid decorated with a courting scene and gilt and floral scrollwork, and the interior with original silk lining. Length 6 inches (15cm). Together with an ornately decorated hand-painted porcelain box, the hinged lid painted with The Judgement of Paris after Angelica Kauffmann, length 4.75 inches (12cm). Also a rectangular porcelain box with notched corners and heavy gilt decoration, the hinged lid with finely painted portrait from Jean-Honore Fragonard's painting The Study, the underside with Server's marks, length 3.3 inches (8.6cm); a Royal Vienna round cover porcelain box, the fitted lid painted with a portrait of Frederick William (1620-1688), underside with blue beehive mark, diameter 2.75 inches (7cm); and a hand-painted porcelain egg, in two halves with hinge, the cover painted with Sleeping Cupid and overall with ornate gilt and hand-painted borders. Length 3.1 inches (8.5cm).
Lot: 103 - ITALIAN CERAMICS GROUP.
ITALIAN CERAMICS GROUP. Comprising four individual pieces, including a pair of matching Capodimonte gilt-decorated lidded urns with ram's head and floral swag handles, the underside of each with crowned N mark, together with a white ceramic figural grouping of a dancing couple underneath a bower resting on a rocaille scroll base, underside with crowned N mark, and a large footed gilt-decorated goblet-form vase with bust portrait wearing laurel wreath rendered in grisaille on a faux malachite ground, underside with maker's mark for Zaccagnini. Greatest height 15.25 inches (38.7cm).
Lot: 104 - GOOD HANDPAINTED PORCELAIN GROUP.
GOOD HANDPAINTED PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising seven individual pieces, including a pair of matching hand-painted gilt-decorated lidded urns, painted with bucolic landscapes, likely Nippon; a pair of matching gilt-decorated candlesticks marked Vienna, Austria; a pair of finely painted matching baluster-form vases decorated with floral bouquets on both sides on a turquoise ground, one with decorator's initials; and a large, albeit later, hand-painted Limoges lidded urn as shown. Greatest height 18 inches (45.7cm).
Lot: 105 - IMPRESSIVE HAND PAINTED PORCELAIN VASE/LAMP.
IMPRESSIVE HAND PAINTED PORCELAIN VASE/LAMP. Of bulbous form with short cylindrical neck, the front finely painted with a fruit seller within a gilt scrolled reserve on a magenta ground. The painting signed H. Wichaiz. Height to the top of socket 21.5 inches (54.6cm).
Lot: 106 - 4 DAHL-JENSEN PORCELAIN FIGURINES.
4 DAHL-JENSEN PORCELAIN FIGURINES. Comprising four Jens Peter Dahl-Jensen (1874-1960) figurines, including ‘Girl from Sierra Leone' - model number 1117, ‘Javanese Dancer' - model number 1114, ‘Aju Sitra Dancer' - model number 1322, and ‘Oriental Dancer' - model number 1323. Together with an Arno Malinowski for Royal Copenhagen ‘Bali Girl.' Five figurines in total. Greatest height 10.25 inches (26cm).
Lot: 107 - PR OF DAHL JENSEN PORCELAIN BUSTS.
PR OF DAHL JENSEN PORCELAIN BUSTS. Comprising two good pairs of Dahl-Jensen busts of An African Woman (model 1211) and An African Man (model 1229). Each marked on underside of base. Greatest height 8.6 inches (22cm).
Lot: 108 - 4 ROYAL COPENHAGEN FIGURINES.
4 ROYAL COPENHAGEN FIGURINES. Comprising four figures, including a matching pair of young Pans playing the flute, model number 1736, and a young Pan with a parrot, model number 752, one parrot missing tail feathers. Greatest height 7 inches (17.8cm).
Lot: 109 - SIX DANISH & OTHER PORCELAIN FIGURES.
SIX DANISH & OTHER PORCELAIN FIGURES. Comprising six porcelain figures, including a white porcelain Royal Copenhagen figure of The Emperor and the Nightingale (bird missing tip of tail), a B&G figure of a boy holding skis, a Royal Copenhagen figure of a shepherd, a Royal Copenhagen figure of a young girl darning a sock, a Royal Copenhagen figure of a seated faun, and a German Lippeisdorf girl with a cow. Greatest height 12.25 inches (31cm).
Lot: 110 - 4 ROYAL COPENHAGEN FIGURINES.
4 ROYAL COPENHAGEN FIGURINES. Comprising four charming Royal Copenhagen figurines depicting young satyrs with various animals, as shown. The large goat with losses to tips of horns. Greatest height 8.25 inches (21cm).
Lot: 111 - 3 LLADRO FIGURES & ANOTHER.
3 LLADRO FIGURES & ANOTHER. Comprising three Lladro porcelain figurines, including ‘Satyrs Group' - model number 1008, ‘Aracely with Ducks' - model number 5202, and ‘Sayonara' - model number 4989. Together with a Casades ‘Shoe Shiner.' Greatest height 11.25 inches (28.6cm).
Lot: 112 - 5 EUROPEAN PORCELAIN BIRDS.
5 EUROPEAN PORCELAIN BIRDS. Comprising five individual birds, including a Dahl-Jensen marked barn swallow, model number 1321; a Rosenthal seagull (wing flake); a Danish Lyngby porcelain cardinal; a Bing & Grondahl parrot; and a Bing & Grondahl cuckoo, as designed by Dahl-Jensen, the underside incised DJ and model number 1770. Greatest height 8.5 inches (21.6cm).
Lot: 113 - 7 DANISH PORCELAIN ANIMAL FIGURES.
7 DANISH PORCELAIN ANIMAL FIGURES. Comprising six Royal Copenhagen animal figures, including two pandas, a cow, a deer, a cub bear, and a koala bear. Together with a group of four Bing & Grondahl monkeys. Greatest height 6.75 inches (17.1cm).
Lot: 114 - 6 PORCELAIN DOG FIGURES.
6 PORCELAIN DOG FIGURES. Comprising three Royal Copenhagen dogs, including a seated collie, model number 162; a dachshund, model number 856; and a terrier chewing a slipper, model number 3476. Together with two Bing & Grondahl dogs, including a terrier, German shepherd, as well as a Royal Doulton German shepherd. Some losses. Greatest measurement 11 inches (28cm).
Lot: 115 - 3 LARGE GERMAN PORCELAIN DOGS.
3 LARGE GERMAN PORCELAIN DOGS. Including a large and impressive Goebel Saint Bernard and two seated German shepherds, both marked Germany. Greatest length 19 inches (48.3cm), greatest height 11 inches (27.9cm).
Lot: 116 - 42 PC ASSEMBLED SET OF MEISSEN BLUE ONION PORCELAIN.
42 PC ASSEMBLED SET OF MEISSEN BLUE ONION PORCELAIN. Comprising an excellent assembled set of 42 pieces of Meissen Blue Onion porcelain, each piece bearing the blue underglaze crossed swords mark. The set includes: 1 footed pierced basket, 9.25 in. (23cm); 1 round serving platter, 13.75 in. (35cm); 1 covered soup tureen, 15 in. (38cm), lid repaired; 2 serving bowls, 11 in. (28cm); 2 oval serving platters, 13.25 in. (33.5cm); 1 oval serving platter, 15.75 in. (40cm); 1 gravy boat, 10.25 in. (26cm); 1 oval serving platter, 11 in. (28cm); 1 vegetable dish, 8.75 in. (22cm); 1 covered coffee pot, 6.25 in. (16cm); 18 dinner plates, 9.75 in. (25cm), one with a rim chip; and 12 salad plates, 8.25 in. (21cm), one with a rim chip and one repaired.
Lot: 117 - MINTON FOR TIFFANY DINNER PLATES.
MINTON FOR TIFFANY DINNER PLATES. Comprising a set of 11 cobalt blue and gilt decorated dinner plates, the center medallion with etched gilt flower head, encircled with etched intertwined pattern, and the rim similarly decorated with etched gilt banding. Underside of each plate with magenta crowned Minton mark above Tiffany & Co., diameter of each 10.25 inches (26cm).
Lot: 118 - 21 PCS SÈVRES PORCELAIN.
21 PCS SÈVRES PORCELAIN. Comprising 21 pieces of elegant Sèvres porcelain decorated with gilt accents, laurel wreaths, holly and ivy borders, and mustard-colored bands. Including 1 footed punch bowl, 11.25 in. (28.5cm); 1 covered tureen with gilt scroll handles and flower-form finial, 13 in. (33cm); 6 dinner plates; and 13 shallow bowls. Plates and bowls each with a gilt flowerhead within a laurel wreath to the cavetto, mustard border with gilt banding, gilt holly and ivy decoration to the rim, and raised ring foot. Plates and bowls 9.5 in. (24cm).
Lot: 119 - SET OF 12 LIMOGES OYSTER DISHES.
SET OF 12 LIMOGES OYSTER DISHES. Comprising a set of 12 matching Charles Ahrenfeldt Limoges porcelain oyster plates, with silvered scalloped rim and overall decorated with flowers in the Art Deco taste. Diameter of each plate 9.5 inches (24.1cm).
Lot: 120 - 4 HAND PAINTED PORCELAIN PLATES, 19TH C.
4 HAND PAINTED PORCELAIN PLATES, 19TH C. The cavetto of each painted with an oceanside scene with boats and figures, the borders banded with ribbon-tied floral swags and urns on a magenta ground, and with scalloped gilt-decorated rims. The verso of each with blue underglaze crossed swords mark and, in gilt, each inscribed Nach Vernet (Claude-Joseph Vernet French 1714–1789). Diameter of each 9.5 inches (24.1cm).
Lot: 121 - 8 SEVRES HAND PAINTED PORTRAIT PLATES.
8 SEVRES HAND PAINTED PORTRAIT PLATES. Comprising 8 very fine individual Sèvres hand-painted porcelain portrait plates, the cavetto of each plate with a finely hand-painted portrait within a gilt burnished cartouche inscribed with the sitter's name and with a gilt leaf-tip border on a green ground. Each portrait artist signed "D. Humbert-Sèvres" and the underside of each with red M. Imple de Sèvres marks and further inscribed with the sitter's name. The diameter of six plates 9.25 inches (23.5cm) and the diameter of the other two 8.25 inches (21cm).
Lot: 122 - 3 ARTIST SIGNED VIENNA PORTRAIT PLATES, C. 1900.
3 ARTIST SIGNED VIENNA PORTRAIT PLATES, C. 1900. Comprising three very finely painted and artist-signed Viennese porcelain cabinet plates. From left to right: Daphne, with opulently decorated raised gilt border, artist-signed Rau, verso with blue beehive mark and inscribed with title, diameter 9.5 inches (24cm). Together with Marguerite, artist-signed Resch and with ornate gilt-decorated borders, the underside with beehive mark and title, diameter 9 inches (23cm). And another with a dark-haired beauty titled Erbluht, artist-signed Wagner, borders with raised gilt and turquoise-beaded decoration, underside with red beehive mark, inscribed title and gilt rose. Diameter 9.75 inches (25cm).
Lot: 123 - 3 EXCEPTIONAL ROYAL VIENNA PORTRAIT PLATES.
3 EXCEPTIONAL ROYAL VIENNA PORTRAIT PLATES. Comprising three extremely high-quality hand-painted and decorated Royal Vienna porcelain cabinet plates. From left to right, they include: a finely painted image of Patricia, a young beauty with roses in her hair, and with ornate incised and raised gilt-decorated borders; the underside marked with blue underglaze beehive, inscribed with title Patricia 6, and in German Gemalt für Wheelock (Painted for Wheelock), diameter 10.25 inches (26cm). Together with another depicting an Art Nouveau-style beauty with raised florals on gilded border, artist-signed Gorner, and the underside with blue underglaze beehive mark and inscribed with title Lella, diameter 9.5 inches (24cm). And another similar to the first, depicting a young beauty in Renaissance attire and with ornate raised gilt-decorated borders; the underside with blue underglaze beehive mark, inscribed with title Floretinern 1729 and in German Gemalt für Wheelock, diameter 10.25 inches (26cm).
Lot: 124 - 3 FINE HAND PAINTED CABINET PLATES, C. 1900.
3 FINE HAND PAINTED CABINET PLATES, C. 1900. Comprising three finely painted and hand-decorated porcelain cabinet plates. From top to bottom, left to right, they include a French Limoges plate: the cavetto with hand-painted bust of a young beauty, artist-signed Soli, and with ornate raised gilt-decorated borders, the underside marked J.P. Limoges France and further No. 8347 Florentine, J. Pouyat Limoges, diameter 10.25 inches (26cm). Together with an RK Dresden porcelain plate: the cavetto with bust portrait of a young beauty, artist-signed N.C. Kiesel and the borders with ornate raised gilt designs, verso with crown RK Dresden mark and further inscribed in German "Kopf aus dem Kakadu", diameter 9.5 inches (24cm). And a Royal Vienna plate painted with a dark-haired beauty and raised gilt-decorated borders, underside with blue beehive mark and inscribed Amicia, diameter 9.5 inches (24cm).
Lot: 125 - 4 COBALT & GILT CABINET PLATES.
4 COBALT & GILT CABINET PLATES. Comprising four hand-painted cobalt blue and gilt-decorated cabinet plates, one depicting Cupid with a young woman with Art Nouveau-decorated borders, the underside with Pirkenhammer mark. Together with a young girl holding a water urn in a lush landscape, artist signed C. Heer, verso with blue underglaze beehive mark; another with a finely painted bust of Saint Cecilia with raised gilt-decorated border and scalloped rim; and a portrait of Queen Louise with blue beehive mark. Greatest diameter 9.5 inches (24.1cm).
Lot: 126 - 6 ORNATE CABINET PLATES
6 ORNATE CABINET PLATES Comprising a good group of six porcelain cabinet plates from top to bottom, left to right: they include a pair of matching plates with raised gilt grapevine decorated borders on a green ground, the cavetto with classical transfer decorated scenes; a Royal Vienna plate with opulently decorated borders, the cavetto with hand painted Bacchante after the painting by Francesco Bartolozzi; another finely decorated Royal Vienna plate, the cavetto with hand painted image of Thalia after the painting by Eduard Julius Friedrich Bendemann; another Royal Vienna plate, the cavetto with hand painted scene of Lady Grey before King Eduard; and a spectacular Royal Vienna plate with cobalt and gilt decorated borders, the cavetto with etched and hand painted gilt decorated scene of Decius Mus reporting his dream on the battlefield after the painting by Jacob Matthias Schmutzer (1733-1811). Greatest diameter 9.75 inches (24.8cm).
Lot: 127 - SET OF 4 NAPOLEONIC CABINET PLATES.
SET OF 4 NAPOLEONIC CABINET PLATES. Comprising a set of four matching cabinet plates, each with various scenes from the life of Napoleon, including his Coronation, the Battle of Heilsberg, the Battle of Friedland, and his departure from Fontainebleau. The verso of each with gilt crowned N and inscribed with title in French, as well as Austrian and French marks. Greatest diameter of plates 10 inches (25.5cm).
Lot: 128 - 6 PORTRAIT CABINET PLATES.
6 PORTRAIT CABINET PLATES. Comprising six cabinet plates, from top to bottom, left to right: a very fine Royal Vienna plate, the cavetto with finely painted Rembrandt self-portrait, artist signed Knoeller; a Royal Vienna plate with a dark-haired beauty and light blue leaf pattern border; a Rosenthal cabinet plate with a young sculpture; a Limoges porcelain plate with hand painted self-portrait of Madame Vigee Le Brun, verso artist signed and dated 1903; a French porcelain cabinet plate with hand painted dark-haired beauty; and a German cabinet plate, the cavetto with transfer decorated image of a red-haired beauty. Greatest diameter 10.6 inches (26.9cm).
Lot: 129 - 6 HAND PAINTED COBALT & GILT CABINET PLATES.
6 HAND PAINTED COBALT & GILT CABINET PLATES. Comprising six hand painted cabinet plates from top to bottom, left to right: a Royal Vienna cobalt and gilt decorated plate, the cavetto painted with a young woman with doves, artist signed Riemer, and verso with beehive mark; another similar plate, the cavetto painted with a courting scene, and signed by Riemer; another Royal Vienna plate, the cavetto with transfer hand painted image of Psyche and Amor, artist signed Artemis, and with blue beehive mark. Together with another, the cavetto hand painted and artist signed J. Wild, verso with German title Der Frühling (Spring) and with beehive mark; another, the hand painted cavetto depicting an interior Renaissance courting scene; and a Sevres marked cobalt and gilt decorated cabinet plate, the cavetto with hand painted tavern scene. Greatest diameter 10.2 inches (25.9cm).
Lot: 130 - 6 HAND PAINTED PORTRAIT PLATES.
6 HAND PAINTED PORTRAIT PLATES. Comprising six finely painted porcelain portrait plates, from top to bottom, left to right: a Sevres plate painted with a portrait of the French playwright Moliere within a gilt wreath and floral-decorated reserves on a turquoise ground and with scalloped rim; a Sevres Chateau de St. Cloud artist-signed plate depicting a portrait of the Duke of Burgundy, signed Debrie; a cobalt and gilt-decorated plate depicting a portrait of a young beauty, verso with blue beehive mark; a Limoges cobalt and gilt-decorated portrait plate depicting Marie-Louise, artist signed Armanto and further marked Jean Pouyat; an Austrian-marked cabinet plate depicting Madame Sophia of France; and a cobalt and gilt-decorated portrait plate depicting King Louis XVI. Greatest diameter 9.5 inches (24.1cm).
Lot: 131 - GERMAN & FRENCH PORTRAIT PLATES, C. 1900.
GERMAN & FRENCH PORTRAIT PLATES, C. 1900. Comprising four lovely individual portrait plates. From left to right, top to bottom, they include: a Royal Munich-marked plate with female artist and gilt-decorated borders; a Royal Vienna plate with dark-haired woman with flowers in her hair; a hand-painted mandolin player, artist-signed Greiner and verso with mark of Carl Thieme; and a portrait of a young woman with laurel wreath, artist-signed Issanchou with gilt-decorated green borders and underside with M. Redon Limoges mark. The greatest diameter 9.75 inches (25cm).
Lot: 132 - 6 BEAUTIFUL CABINET PLATES.
6 BEAUTIFUL CABINET PLATES. Comprising six ornately decorated cabinet plates, two hand painted and artist signed, the others transfer decorated. Maker's marks include Chateau de St. Cloud, Royal Schwarzburg, Royal Austria, and others. Greatest diameter 10.75 inches (27.3cm).
Lot: 133 - 5 HAND PAINTED CABINET PLATES.
5 HAND PAINTED CABINET PLATES. From top to bottom, left to right, they include a beautiful Dresden porcelain cabinet plate with pierced gilt rim and pink luster ground, centered with a finely painted portrait of a young beauty; a Royal Vienna-marked portrait plate of a young beauty in a landscape, artist signed A. Heer; a Rudolstadt-marked cabinet plate of a young beauty on a cliff with ornate raised gilt-decorated borders; and an Imperial Austria cabinet plate decorated with a young beauty. Greatest diameter 9.5 inches (24.1cm).
Lot: 134 - FLIGHT BARR & BARR & OTHER ENGLISH PORCELAIN.
FLIGHT BARR & BARR & OTHER ENGLISH PORCELAIN. Comprising a very fine Chinoiserie footed, hand-painted, and gold-decorated Flight Barr & Barr vase. Resting on a triangular base with squared corners below three heavily gilded paw feet supporting an urn-form vase with white raised beaded banding and flared gilded rim. The sides painted with two craftsmen on a matte cobalt ground. The underside inscribed: Flight Barr & Barr Royal Porcelain Works, Worcester, London House, 1 Coventry Street, height 3.6 inches. Together with a Royal Worcester ornithological hand-painted cup and saucer with gilt and beaded banding, underside with Royal Worcester mark and retailer's mark of Richard Briggs, Boston. Diameter of saucer 6.5 inches. And a cobalt and gilt-decorated cup and saucer as shown, unmarked with the exception of decorators' or pattern number 1209. Diameter of saucer 6 inches.
Lot: 135 - GOOD EUROPEAN PORCELAIN GROUP.
GOOD EUROPEAN PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising six individual pieces, including a good Italian Ginori Doccia porcelain relief beaker, the underside with gold leaf mark, height 4.5 inches (11.4cm); an Old Paris relief-molded gilt and floral-decorated footed campana beaker and underplate; a Dagoty Old Paris topographical cup with hand-painted scene and burnished gilt decoration; a likely Meissen topographical cup with hand-painted scene titled Het Paleis; an English double-handled loving cup, the front painted with a bucolic lakeside scene and the verso with gilt dedicatory inscription, "Alfred Postance R. N Governor of the Grafton St Industrial School, Liverpool, 1875"; and a finely painted porcelain plaque of Frederick the Great on horseback in a glazed wood frame.
Lot: 136 - 3 LIKELY FRENCH LARGE PORCELAIN CUPS & SAUCERS, 19TH C.
3 LIKELY FRENCH LARGE PORCELAIN CUPS & SAUCERS, 19TH C. Comprising a large cup with painted medallion portrait of a Persian on blue ground with gilt banding and matching saucer, diameter of saucer 7 inches (17.5cm). Together with two other cups and saucers with matching saucers, each with transfer- and hand-decorated female portraits.
Lot: 137 - MEISSEN AND KPM PORCELAIN CUPS & SAUCERS.
MEISSEN AND KPM PORCELAIN CUPS & SAUCERS. Comprising 6 matching cups and saucers, including a good gilt and blue decorated KPM cup and saucer inscribed in German on cavetto "May she cast her most beautiful rays upon your future days," and the underside of cup dated Bettina d 19 Novbr 1811, the cup with burnished gilt sun, as well as a Meissen cup with clover and the gilt symbols of Faith, Hope, and Charity, a footed KPM porcelain portrait cup and saucer, and a large KPM cup in saucer (cup damaged), and others as shown. Greatest diameter 7.1 inches (18.4cm).
Lot: 138 - 15 MOSTLY SEVRES PORTRAIT CUPS.
15 MOSTLY SEVRES PORTRAIT CUPS. Comprising a good group of mostly Sevres porcelain portrait cups, four with matching saucers, depicting various figures including Napoleon, Frederick the Great, and others as shown, most with red Imperial Sevres mark and other Sevres marks, and one Rosenthal example. A good offering. Greatest diameter of saucer 5.5 inches (13.5cm). Greatest height of cup 4.5 inches (11.5cm).
Lot: 139 - GOOD BIEDERMEIER PORCELAIN GROUP.
GOOD BIEDERMEIER PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising eight large Biedermeier period porcelain cups and saucers. Including one topographical example, three portrait cups, one with oval medallion portrait of Empress Maria Feodorovna, wife of Tsar Paul I. Only two marked, including a floral decorated matching cup and saucer with blue underglaze KPM mark, and a cobalt and gilt decorated example with the mark of Schmeisser Porzellan Manufaktur. Greatest saucer diameter 7.25 inches (18.4cm), largest cup height 5.25 inches (13.3cm).
Lot: 140 - 12 PORCELAIN PORTRAIT CUPS & SAUCERS.
12 PORCELAIN PORTRAIT CUPS & SAUCERS. Comprising twelve portrait cups with matching saucers depicting various figures, including Louis XVI, Napoleon, Josephine, and other figures, as shown. Seven with Imperial Sevres mark, one blue beehive mark, two crowned N marks, and one marked Meissen. Greatest diameter saucer 5.6 inches (14.2cm). Greatest height cup 4.25 inches (10.8cm).
Lot: 141 - BIEDERMEIER PORCELAIN CUPS & SAUCERS GROUP.
BIEDERMEIER PORCELAIN CUPS & SAUCERS GROUP. Comprising a good group of mostly French hand-decorated cups and saucers, some with Sèvres marks, one with Royal Vienne (blue beehive) mark, together with a pair of matching cylindrical pink porcelain decorated vases on three gilt ball feet, as well as others as shown. Greatest height 4.3 inches (10.5cm), greatest diameter 5.5 inches (14cm).
Lot: 142 - ROYAL VIENNA PORCELAIN GROUP.
ROYAL VIENNA PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising seven hand-painted cobalt and gold-decorated demitasse cups and saucers, most painted with romantic scenes as well as some classical scenes; greatest cup height 3.5 inches, greatest diameter 5 inches, underside of each with beehive mark and some inscribed with titles. Together with three Royal Vienna gold- and mauve-decorated pieces, including a bottle-form vase, small teapot, and an ewer; greatest height 5.75 inches, underside of each with beehive mark and one titled "Venus and Amor." As well as a Sèvres hand-painted cobalt and gilt-decorated demitasse cup and saucer and two unmarked cobalt and gilt-decorated demitasse cups as shown.
Lot: 143 - FRENCH PORCELAIN GROUP.
FRENCH PORCELAIN GROUP. Consisting of six individual pieces, comprising three matching pairs, including a pair of Sevres faux malachite and gilt-decorated footed urn-form vases, height 10 inches (25.4cm), a pair of matching Old Paris covered footed serving dishes, marked Dagoty, Paris, and a pair of gold and cobalt-decorated Chateau de St. Cloud Sevres bowls. Diameter 9.5 inches (24.1cm).
Lot: 144 - FRENCH & OTHER PORCELAIN GROUP.
FRENCH & OTHER PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising six individual pieces, including a large and impressive cylindrical vase with flared rim, exquisitely painted with a bucolic landscape depicting figures near a lakeside waterfall, indistinctly marked on underside, probably Old Paris, height 9 inches (22.9cm). Together with a turquoise and gilt-decorated compote with pierced rim, probably Minton; a footed porcelain waste bowl with floral bouquet decoration, the underside signed Schoelcher; a matching pair of Old Paris porcelain corbeilles; and a Limoges floral-decorated vase with flared rim.
Lot: 145 - WILLAM MOORCROFT PERSIAN VASE, C. 1914.
WILLAM MOORCROFT PERSIAN VASE, C. 1914. Comprising a fine William Moorcroft double handled Persian vase, circa 1914. Of double gourd form, impressed Burslem mark, and underglaze green signature. Height 9.5 inches (24.1cm).
Lot: 146 - 5 PCS DOULTON AUTUMN FOLIAGE.
5 PCS DOULTON AUTUMN FOLIAGE. Comprising four vases and jardinière in Royal Doulton Autumn Foliage pattern, each with impressed marks on underside. Greatest height 12 inches (30.5cm).
Lot: 147 - INTERESTING ENGLISH CERAMICS GROUP.
INTERESTING ENGLISH CERAMICS GROUP. Comprising a blue jasperware footed bowl banded in relief cameo-style classical figures, a Doulton Lambeth Slaters baluster-form vase with raised turquoise and white decoration on a stippled gilt ground, underside stamped Julius Slaters, a Doulton Burslem pitcher, a Doulton figural bottle, a Doulton Doctor Samuel Johnson bottle with salt-glaze finish, a Royal Crown Derby urn-form footed vase with cobalt and gilt decoration, and a pair of Staffordshire J.T. Jones songbird figures. Greatest height 10 inches (25.4cm).
Lot: 148 - 2 MASSIVE METTLACH STEINS.
2 MASSIVE METTLACH STEINS. Comprising two large incised and polychrome Mettlach steins. Including a large tapered cylindrical stein celebrating famous composers, at center the personification of music, the rim banded with profile bust portraits of famous composers, each named and with hinged pewter lid, the underside with Mettlach castle mark and impressed mold number 2126, hairline crack on rim of foot, overall height 22.75 inches (57.8cm). Together with a hunting themed Mettlach jug, with oak trunk handle and double acorn thumb lift, underside with Mettlach castle mark and impressed mold number 1690, hairline crack across ceramic domed lid, overall height 18.5 inches (47cm).
Lot: 149 - 3 METTLACH CHARGERS.
3 METTLACH CHARGERS. Comprising a matching pair of two men smoking pipes, verso of one marked Dec. 80, the other Dec. 81, and with Villeroy & Boch Mettlach mark, diameter of each 17.25 inches (43.8cm). Together with an engraved Mettlach charger depicting the coronation of Charlemagne, verso with impressed Mettlach castle mark and mold number 1048, diameter 15.75 inches (40cm).
Lot: 150 - PR OF METTLACH PUNCHBOWLS.
PR OF METTLACH PUNCHBOWLS. Comprising a pair of ornate, incised, and colorfully glazed punch bowls. One with dolphin handles, the other with gryphon handles. The underside of each with Mettlach mark and model numbers 2088 and 1859. Both without lids, greatest height 11.75 inches (29.8cm).
Lot: 151 - LARGE METTLACH JASPERWARE CHARGER.
LARGE METTLACH JASPERWARE CHARGER. Finely sculpted in bas-relief, depicting figures dancing beneath grapevines. Verso with impressed Mettlach castle mark, and impressed mold number 7037, plaque diameter 18 inches (45.7cm). Overall, including velvet-lined frame, 32 x 31 inches (81.3 x 78.7cm).
Lot: 152 - RARE GERMAN GLAZED FLASK/SCHRAUBFLASCHE.
RARE GERMAN GLAZED FLASK/SCHRAUBFLASCHE. Comprising a highly unique glazed hand-thrown ceramic flask (schraubeflasche), likely German, 19th century. Four-sided ovoid form with indented oval reserves, each depicting a full-length swaddled baby, the shoulders with glazed flower heads. Set in a spread-ring pewter foot and with pewter screw-on cap with swivel handle. Perhaps a Christening gift. The glaze is unique compared to most German ceramics of this period and closely resembles Palissy ware. Height with handle extended 13.25 inches (34cm).
Lot: 153 - FINE HAND PAINTED PORCELAIN PLAQUE.
FINE HAND PAINTED PORCELAIN PLAQUE. Depicting a finely painted porcelain plaque illustrating a scene from Shakespeare's King John, depicting the moment Hubert decided not to blind the young Arthur after the painting by Thomas Stothard (1755–1834). Apparently unmarked but finely painted. 8.8 x 7 inches (22.3 x 17.8cm) overall, including velvet-lined frame, 14.8 x 13 inches (37.6 x 33cm).
Lot: 154 - PR OF HAND PAINTED CERAMIC PLAQUES C. 1900.
PR OF HAND PAINTED CERAMIC PLAQUES C. 1900. Comprising a pair of European finely painted ceramic plaques, each depicting young beauties in flowing robes, one holding grapes, the other flowers, and each contained in matching gilt frames. Each plaque measuring 20.25 x 8 inches (51.4 x 20.3cm), and overall including frame 25.5 x 13.5 inches (64.8 x 34.3cm).
Lot: 155 - HAND PAINTED FRENCH PLAQUE.
HAND PAINTED FRENCH PLAQUE. Comprising an oval concave plaque with finely painted figure of a nobleman in medieval attire with feathered hat and dagger. Artist initialed lower right J.B. within a gilt oval frame, set in a larger gilt frame with red velvet backing. Height of plaque 13.5 inches (34.3cm), overall including frame 19.5 x 16.5 inches (49.5 x 41.9cm).
Lot: 156 - FINE PAINTED CERAMIC PLAQUE.
FINE PAINTED CERAMIC PLAQUE. Comprising a finely painted ceramic plaque of a young boy seated in a landscape after the French painter Catherine Lusurier (1752 – 1781), artist signed "N. Bingham," 16 x 12 inches (40.9 x 30.5cm). Overall, including frame, 22.25 x 18.25 inches (56.5 x 46cm).
Lot: 157 - IMPRESSIVE HAND PAINTED DELFT PLAQUE, 19th C.
IMPRESSIVE HAND PAINTED DELFT PLAQUE, 19th C. Comprising a large and impressive hand-painted Delft plaque depicting a young shepherdess herding sheep on a wooded lane, after the painting by Hendrick van de Sande Bakhuyzen (Dutch 1798-1860). Signed lower right in Dutch After Bakhuyzen. The plaque 19.5 x 12.25 inches (49.5 x 31.1cm), overall including its likely original oak frame 25 x 17.6 inches (63.5 x 44.7cm).
Lot: 158 - PR LARGE PATARRINO KNIGHTS.
PR LARGE PATARRINO KNIGHTS. Comprising a pair of large, impressive, finely sculpted gilt and glaze decorated standing knights (repaired shield on one). Together with a smaller musketeer, each signed. Greatest height 17.25 inches (43.8cm).
Lot: 159 - PATARINNO HEAD OF CHRIST.
PATARINNO HEAD OF CHRIST. Comprising a finely sculpted and glazed bust of Christ with crown of thorns (Ecce Homo), resting on original wood base, signed Prof. E. Patarrino, Italy. Overall height on base 12.5 inches (31.8cm).
Lot: 160 - PR OF PATTARINO GLAZED MADONNAS.
PR OF PATTARINO GLAZED MADONNAS. Comprising a pair of beautifully sculpted glazed and gilt decorated figures including a seated Madonna and Child and a standing Madonna and Child (some losses and old repairs). Underside of each marked Prof. E. Pattarino. Greatest height 14.5 inches (36.8cm).
Lot: 161 - PR OF PATARRINO RELIGIOUS FIGURES.
PR OF PATARRINO RELIGIOUS FIGURES. Comprising a full-length freestanding glazed and gilt decorated figure of Moses. Together with a lovely glazed half-round sculpted wall plaque of Saint Anthony of Padua holding the infant Christ, both signed Prof. E. Patarrino. Greatest height 13.25 inches (33.7cm).
Lot: 162 - PR FRENCH CLASSIC LEGRAS WINTER SCENE VASES & ANOTHER.
PR FRENCH CLASSIC LEGRAS WINTER SCENE VASES & ANOTHER. Comprising a good large matching pair of enameled vases decorated with winter dusk scenes, Legras, circa 1915. Both on spread base and with pinched rim. The underside of each with polished ground pontil. Unmarked but typical of Legras. Height of each 11 inches (27.9cm). Together with a later Art Deco style bamboo decorated cameo glass vase of tapering cylindrical form. Unmarked. Height 11.5 inches (29.2cm).
Lot: 163 - PR OF ORIENT & FLUME ART GLASS VASES.
PR OF ORIENT & FLUME ART GLASS VASES. Both of baluster form and in blue iridescent glass, one decorated with pull feather design, the other in an overall swirl pattern. The underside of each with polished ground pontil, both engraved Orient & Flume and one with original paper label. Greatest height 7.75 inches (19.7cm).
Lot: 164 - STEVENS & WILLIAMS POMPEIAN SWIRL VASE.
STEVENS & WILLIAMS POMPEIAN SWIRL VASE. Comprising a good Stevens & Williams Pompeian Swirl glass stick-form vase, amber and pink satin finish, with ground pontil. Height 7 inches.
Lot: 165 - GOOD STEVENS & WILLIAMS SWIRL VASE.
GOOD STEVENS & WILLIAMS SWIRL VASE. Comprising a good Stevens & Williams Pompeian Swirl glass stick vase. Green and amber satin finish with ground pontil. Height 12.25 inches.
Lot: 166 - LARGE STEVENS & WILLIAMS SWIRL VASE HT 16.75”.
LARGE STEVENS & WILLIAMS SWIRL VASE HT 16.75". Comprising a large and impressive Stevens & Williams Pompeian swirl bottle-form vase, satin finish with flared rim. Height 16.75 inches.
Lot: 167 - IMPRESSIVE STEVENS & WILLIAMS SWIRL VASE.
IMPRESSIVE STEVENS & WILLIAMS SWIRL VASE. Comprising a large and impressive Stevens & Williams Pompeian Swirl glass bottle-form vase, with flared rim and ground pontil. Height 19 inches.
Lot: 168 - MT. WASHINGTON BURMESE TOOTHPICK, ORIGINAL LABEL.
MT. WASHINGTON BURMESE TOOTHPICK, ORIGINAL LABEL. Comprising a fine Mt. Washington Glass Company diamond quilted and enamel decorated Burmese toothpick. The underside with original Mt. W. G. Co paper label. Height 2.75 inches.
Lot: 169 - BACCARAT & OTHER GLASS WARES.
BACCARAT & OTHER GLASS WARES. Comprising five individual pieces, including a red Baccarat crystal arched centerpiece from the ‘Bambou Torse' model. Together with a finely etched and tinted Baccarat vase of tapering form, a pair of likely Bohemian ruby red flashed, etched and gilt decorated footed goblets, and a German glass beer stein with frosted goat's head on front and the lid with inset frosted glass monkey face. Greatest measurement 12 inches (30.5cm).
Lot: 170 - PAIRPOINT AMBERO PAINTED BOWL.
PAIRPOINT AMBERO PAINTED BOWL. Comprising a Pairpoint Ambero reverse-painted floral decorated vase with ice chip finish. The ground pontil signed Ambero. Diameter 8.5 inches (21cm), height 3.25 inches.
Lot: 171 - 5 PIECES OF LALIQUE.
5 PIECES OF LALIQUE. Comprising 5 individual Lalique glassware items, including a Lalique Liberty Eagle, height 9.5 inches (24.1cm), a Lalique Luxembourg Frosted Glass Cherubs group, height 8 inches (20.3cm), a hinged lidded box with raised wheat motif, width 5.75 inches (14.6cm), Lalique Pimlico Bird with blue head, height 5 inches (12.7cm), and a fish. Each piece signed Lalique.
Lot: 172 - 4 PIECES OF BACCARAT & ST. LOUIS CRYSTAL.
4 PIECES OF BACCARAT & ST. LOUIS CRYSTAL. Comprising 3 Baccarat glass figures, including an eagle, crouching nude, and geometric abstract composition (chipped). Together with a St. Louis crystal polar bear. Greatest height 9.5 inches (24.1cm).
Lot: 173 - CUT GLASS PERFUMES.
CUT GLASS PERFUMES. Comprising a matching pair of Austrian amber flashed and etched glass bottle form perfumes, the collar and bell-shaped stopper in translucent amber enamel over a guilloche wavy ground, resting in gilt enameled footed stands. Together with two matching (albeit different sizes) cylindrical perfumes with amber flashing and bulbous fitted stoppers. Greatest height 9.5 inches (24.1cm).
Lot: 174 - INTERESTING ART GLASS GROUP.
INTERESTING ART GLASS GROUP. Comprising seven individual pieces, both contemporary and antique, including five paperweights: the largest indistinguishably signed and dated 2005; another signed Mac Studio and dated 1990; a tropical fish paperweight, apparently unsigned; an Orient and Flume paperweight; and another signed Michael J. Reid and dated 1995. Together with a pair of matching antique cased glass white and emerald green cut back mantel vases with scalloped rims and hand painted flowers. Greatest diameter 16.5 inches (41.9cm).
Lot: 175 - SET OF BACCARAT STEMWARE.
SET OF BACCARAT STEMWARE. Comprising twelve matching wine glasses in Auvergne Perigord pattern, height 6.5 inches (16.5cm), and four cordials in Nancy pattern, height 3.25 inches (8.3cm).
Lot: 176 - INTERESTING VINTAGE CUT GLASS GROUP.
INTERESTING VINTAGE CUT GLASS GROUP. Comprising six individual pieces, including a matching pair of footed and etched crystal goblets, marked Hawkes, height 6.25 inches. Together with a Hawkes etched and footed glass finger bowl, diameter 5.25 inches; an impressive etched glass plate, diameter 10 inches; an etched and footed glass urn-form vase with gilded rim, height 6.25 inches; and an etched and cut glass footed jar, height 4.75 inches.
Lot: 177 - GILT DECORATED RUBY RED GLASS.
GILT DECORATED RUBY RED GLASS. Comprising a pair of gilt decorated ruby red glass objects, probably Bohemian, circa 1890. Including a heavy handled mixer(?) of knife form with rounded blade, the handle heavily decorated with gilt scroll work, length 8.5 inches (21.5cm). Together with a footed vase with floral gilt decoration, height 6.5 inches (16.5cm).
Lot: 178 - PR FRENCH BOULLE MARBLE TOP CABINETS, 19TH C.
PR FRENCH BOULLE MARBLE TOP CABINETS, 19TH C. Comprising a good pair of French boulle and ormolu decorated marble top single-door cabinets. Measurements of each, height 42.5 inches (108.0cm), width 38.5 inches (97.8cm), depth 15.5 inches (39.4cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 179 - ORNATE FRENCH ORMOLU AND MARQUETRY CHEST.
ORNATE FRENCH ORMOLU AND MARQUETRY CHEST. Comprising a good 19th century French chest with two large drawers beneath three upper drawers and with shaped slightly overhanging veined beveled-edged green marble surface. Height 37.75 inches (95.9cm), width 60.5 inches (153.7cm), depth 22.5 inches (57.2cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 180 - ORNATE FRENCH MARQUETRY CABINET.
ORNATE FRENCH MARQUETRY CABINET. Comprising an impressive French ormolu-mounted cabinet. The two doors with intricate marquetry floral bouquets within an oval ormolu-formed reserve, the corners with further inlaid florals, and the frieze banded with florals and strapwork, beneath a slightly overhanging shaped marble surface. Height 43 inches (109.2cm), width 42.5 inches (108.0cm), depth 16.25 inches (41.3cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 181 - ATTRACTIVE FRENCH NAPOLEON III ORMOLU CABINET.
ATTRACTIVE FRENCH NAPOLEON III ORMOLU CABINET. Comprising an attractive Paul Sormani style mahogany and kingwood ormolu two-door cabinet. The doors with large bas-relief oval bronze plaques depicting classical scenes, the corners with finely cast half-length female figures and with shaped slightly overhanging marble surface. Height 39.25 inches (99.7cm), width 48.5 inches (123.2cm), depth 16.25 inches (41.3cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 182 - PR FRENCH GILT & PATINATED BRONZE CANDELABRA.
PR FRENCH GILT & PATINATED BRONZE CANDELABRA. Comprising a fine matching pair on rouge marble bases, raised on gilt bun feet, each set with a patinated bronze figure, one of a young satyr and the other of a putto, each holding a gilt cornucopia arm upon which rests two classical urn-form candle sockets in gilt bronze, as shown. Height 12.5 inches (31.8cm).
Lot: 183 - FRENCH EMPIRE SIDE CHAIR.
FRENCH EMPIRE SIDE CHAIR. Comprising a lovely ormolu-decorated French Empire side chair with green fabric and gold star patterns. Very fine room-ready condition. Height 36.25 inches (92.1cm), width 22.25 inches (56.5cm), depth 24 inches (61.0cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 184 - PAIR OF FRENCH EMPIRE SIDE CHAIRS.
PAIR OF FRENCH EMPIRE SIDE CHAIRS. Comprising an attractive pair of matching French Empire style, ormolu-mounted side chairs with gilt bronze winged griffin knees and gilt bronze sphinx-form armrest supports, covered in green silk with gilt wreaths and medallions. Height 41.5 inches (105.4cm), width 29.5 inches (74.9cm), depth 30 inches (76.2cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 185 - BEAUTIFUL FRENCH EMPIRE BED.
BEAUTIFUL FRENCH EMPIRE BED. Comprising an attractive ormolu and bronze decorated French Empire bed. The sides and front rail set with ormolu ornaments. The footboard posts surmounted with classical patinated bronze busts and the headboard with carved polychrome wood urns. Height 65 inches (165.1cm), length 85 inches (215.9cm), and width 62.5 inches (158.8cm). Mattress insert measures 77.75 x 54.5 inches and accommodates a standard full (double) mattress. LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 186 - ATTRACTIVE EMPIRE MAHOGANY RECAMIER.
ATTRACTIVE EMPIRE MAHOGANY RECAMIER. Comprising a dainty ormolu curved mahogany recamier or fainting couch resting on carved paw feet and with gilt star-covered blue fabric. Room ready. Height 37.5 inches (95.3cm), width 70 inches (177.8cm), depth 25.5 inches (64.8cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 187 - GOOD WILLIAM & MARY STYLE HIGH BOY.
GOOD WILLIAM & MARY STYLE HIGH BOY. Comprising an inlaid William and Mary style highboy with a five-drawer top over a three-drawer base resting on six turned legs joined by curved stretchers. Each drawer with inlaid scrolling floral decoration. Height 57.5 inches (146.1cm), width 42 inches (106.7cm), depth 18 inches (45.7cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 188 - VERY FINE WALNUT HALL TREE & UMBRELLA STAND.
VERY FINE WALNUT HALL TREE & UMBRELLA STAND. Comprising a very fine American walnut mirror-backed hall tree flanked by four ornate cast coat hooks beneath a carved cornice and with marble top center cabinet at base flanked by two umbrella holders with original drip pans. Room ready. Height 91 inches (231.1cm), width 43 inches (109.2cm), depth 15.5 inches (39.4cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 189 - FINE AMERICAN MAHOGANY CABINET, C. 1890.
FINE AMERICAN MAHOGANY CABINET, C. 1890. Comprising a very fine American Gilded Age carved and curved glass mahogany cabinet. Serpentine front with carved side posts and frieze, side glass panes, and mirrored interior with four shaped conforming wood shelves. Height 69 inches (175.3cm), width 47 inches (119.4cm), depth 17 inches (43.2cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 190 - VERY FINE CARVED MAHOGANY SIDEBOARD.
VERY FINE CARVED MAHOGANY SIDEBOARD. The base raised on carved paw feet beneath carved tapering columns surmounted with carved lions' heads flanking three lower doors beneath three pull-out drawers above. The upper section with mirrored back and finely carved winged griffin side posts supporting a slightly overhanging carved frieze. Room ready. Height 67 inches (170.2cm), width 69.25 inches (175.9cm), depth 26 inches (66.0cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 191 - PR UNIQUE FRENCH SIDE TABLES.
PR UNIQUE FRENCH SIDE TABLES. Comprising a pair of interesting and unique oval side tables resting on spread feet set with patinated bronze bearded horned masks, supporting a quatrefoil stretcher set with a songbird on pedestal urn, and with unique cast bronze stork-form legs supporting an oval surface. The frieze banded in bas-relief bronze floral swags and figures, beneath a slightly overhanging inlaid surface. Each measuring height 27 inches (68.6cm), width 28.25 inches (71.8cm), depth 19.25 inches (48.9cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 192 - KIMBEL & CABUS EBONIZED CABINET.
KIMBEL & CABUS EBONIZED CABINET. Comprising a great Kimbel and Cabus Modern Gothic ebonized cabinet circa 1875. Ebonized wood frame with large brass hinges and the doors inset with glazed tiles with maker's mark for Lea & Boulton, England. Height 60.75 inches, width 43.75 inches, depth 15.5 inches. LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 193 - GOOD AMERICAN AESTHETIC MOVEMENT SECRETARY.
GOOD AMERICAN AESTHETIC MOVEMENT SECRETARY. Comprising an attractive petit ebonized and inlaid American aesthetic movement secretary desk, probably Herts Brothers, New York, circa 1880. The base with ebonized fluted tapering column legs with gilt highlighting, and the stretcher centered by a carved urn beneath a single drawer with inlay and a fluted drawer front with lock. The desk opening to reveal an inset leather-covered writing surface, and the outside face with a floral inlaid central cartouche, and inside cubby holes above three drawers with carved and inlaid fronts beneath an overhanging shelf top supported by patinated metal winged figures, and the crest with a patinated medallion of an angel playing a violin. Exquisite. Height 66.5 inches, width 28 inches, depth 16.5 inches. LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY. Provenance: Bargain John's Antiques, Lexington, Nebraska, where acquired by owner in 2004 for $8,500. Comes with original receipt of purchase.
Lot: 194 - GREAT RENAISSANCE REVIVAL PEDESTAL.
GREAT RENAISSANCE REVIVAL PEDESTAL. Comprising an ornate burled, carved, inlaid and open work Renaissance Revival pedestal with rectangular surface with squared corners and inset marble. Height 36 inches, width of top 15 inches, depth of top 11 inches. LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 195 - ORMOLU DECORATED MARBLE PEDESTAL.
ORMOLU DECORATED MARBLE PEDESTAL. Comprising an ornate ormolu-mounted marble pedestal stand, with ormolu feet, square stepped base, square pedestal set with ormolu decorative plaques beneath an overhanging square green marble surface above a gilt bronze decorative support, as shown. Height 43.25 inches (109.9cm), top surface 10.25 x 10.25 inches (26.0 x 26.0cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 196 - LOUIS XV STYLE BUREAU PLAT.
LOUIS XV STYLE BUREAU PLAT. Comprising an attractive French Louis XV style ormolu-mounted writing table or desk (Bureau Plat), with ormolu-mounted cabriole legs, the knees set with gilt bronze faces, single pull-out drawer with ormolu hardware and green inlaid leather surface. Height 30.5 inches (77.5cm), width 42.75 inches (108.6cm), depth 22.5 inches (57.2cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 197 - FRENCH LOUIS XV CONSOLE CHEST.
FRENCH LOUIS XV CONSOLE CHEST. Comprising an ornate and impressive ormolu and marquetry console chest, on cabriole legs, with two drawers, beneath a shaped and beveled marble surface. Height 36.5 inches (92.7cm), width 56.25 inches (142.9cm), depth 25.25 inches (64.1cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 198 - UNIQUE CARVED GARGOYLE CONSOLE TABLE, 19TH C.
UNIQUE CARVED GARGOYLE CONSOLE TABLE, 19TH C. Comprising an impressive carved Renaissance Revival console table with large carved spread-winged gargoyle, flanked by twist-carved pedestal supports, beneath a carved shaped frieze, with a slightly overhanging surface. Height 31.5 inches (80.0cm), width 58.75 inches (149.2cm), depth 19.25 inches (48.9cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 199 - CLASSIC REGENCY MAHOGONY CENTER TABLE.
CLASSIC REGENCY MAHOGONY CENTER TABLE. Comprising a Regency or Regency style center table. The shaped platform resting on carved claw feet supporting a carved baluster pedestal rising from a carved acanthus form beneath a polished mahogany slightly overhanging circular top. Height 28.5 inches (72.4cm), diameter 38.5 inches (97.8cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 200 - PR ELABORATE CARVED & GILT WOOD MIRRORS, 19TH C.
PR ELABORATE CARVED & GILT WOOD MIRRORS, 19TH C. Comprising a matching pair of ornately carved and gilt wood frames, the crest featuring a cherub face among intricately carved scrolling acanthus leaves between matching acanthus finials. The inner and outer frame with elaborate carved scrollwork, the outer glass panes featuring repeating etched stars, and the skirt repeating the acanthus motifs from the crest. 63.5 x 38.25 inches (161.3 x 97.2cm).
Lot: 201 - LOVELY PETITE BIEDERMEIER MAHOGANY WARDROBE.
LOVELY PETITE BIEDERMEIER MAHOGANY WARDROBE. With side columns terminating with Corinthian capitals beneath a slightly arched cornice above a double-paneled single door and with shaped setback stepped crest. Height 71 inches (180.3cm), width 48.25 inches (122.6cm), depth 21.25 inches (54.0cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 202 - FRENCH EMPIRE MAHOGANY CABINET.
FRENCH EMPIRE MAHOGANY CABINET. Comprising an attractive French Empire ormolu decorated mahogany cabinet. The side columns with gilt bases and capitals, two glass doors opening to reveal a shelved interior. Greatest height 62 inches (157.5cm), width 39.75 inches (101.0cm), depth 14.75 inches (37.5cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 203 - FRENCH NAPOLEON III CREDENZA.
FRENCH NAPOLEON III CREDENZA. Comprising an attractive French Napoleon III marquetry credenza. With bowed skirt and glass door, beneath a single drawer with side glass panels and extensive gilt bronze figural appliques and overhanging shaped and beveled rouge marble surface. Height 40.25 inches (102.2cm), width 39.75 inches (101.0cm), depth 16.25 inches (41.3cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 204 - IMPRESSIVE LOUIS XV VITRINE.
IMPRESSIVE LOUIS XV VITRINE. Comprising an impressive mahogany display cabinet with curved glass front and sides, and ornate chased ormolu decoration in floral and foliate motifs, resting on four ormolu-mounted curving tapered legs. The interior damask covered, and with red twisted cord-trimmed velvet base. Height 56.25 inches (142.9cm), width 27.25 inches (69.2cm), depth 14 inches (35.6cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 205 - CARVED ITALIAN RENAISSANCE CABINET, 19TH C.
CARVED ITALIAN RENAISSANCE CABINET, 19TH C. Comprising an impressive and profusely carved Italian Renaissance style cabinet. The base resting on carved paw feet beneath heavily carved tapered legs, terminating in masks beneath two pull-out drawers and above a large door with carved architectural recesses flanked by figures. The sides carved with stacked figures and animals, and the frieze similarly carved beneath a gadrooned banded cornice. The top section separates from base to simplify transport. Height 70 inches (177.8cm), width 42 inches (106.7cm), and depth 21.75 inches (55.2cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 206 - GOOD GABRIEL VIARDOT STYLE CARVED GILT WOOD MIRROR, 19TH C.
GOOD GABRIEL VIARDOT STYLE CARVED GILT WOOD MIRROR, 19TH C. Comprising a finely carved and gilt wood griffin clutching in its claws a tapering rectangular mirror with squared corners in the style of noted French furniture maker Gabriel Viardot (1830–1906). With fine and deeply carved gilt wood features including sharp teeth and protruding tongue. 30 x 25.5 inches (76.2 x 64.8cm).
Lot: 207 - ATTRACTIVE FRENCH EMPIRE TABLE.
ATTRACTIVE FRENCH EMPIRE TABLE. The trefoil base resting on cast bronze paw feet. The tapering baluster wood central pedestal supported by three scroll brackets, beneath a shaped surface set with ormolu masked appliques, with overhanging metal-banded rim, and parquetry surface. Height 29 inches (73.7cm), greatest diameter 21.5 inches (54.6cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 208 - 19TH C. CARVED & GILT WOOD WALL MIRROR.
19TH C. CARVED & GILT WOOD WALL MIRROR. Comprising an ornate Rococo style carved gilt wood wall mirror, 19th century. The crest featuring the bust of a maiden flanked by putti and surrounded by intricate floral and acanthus leaf scrollwork, the inner frame carved with ornate scrollwork and connected to outer frame with repeating rocaille motifs, and the skirt with elaborately carved acanthus and floral details. 74 x 47 inches (188.0 x 119.4cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 209 - CLASSICAL MAPLE PEDESTAL STAND.
CLASSICAL MAPLE PEDESTAL STAND. With tapering legs terminating with gilt bronze winged caryatid busts beneath a beveled frieze with ormolu-mounted plaques as shown. Height 55.5 inches (141.0cm), width 17.5 inches (44.5cm), depth 17.5 inches (44.5cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 210 - MARBLE TOP WALNUT NIGHTSTANDS.
MARBLE TOP WALNUT NIGHTSTANDS. Comprising a matching pair of Louis XV style nightstands. With carved figural corner posts and each with single door beneath pull-out drawer and with matching marble tops. Height 35.25 inches (89.5cm), width 16 inches (40.6cm), depth 21 inches (53.3cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 211 - LOUIS XV STYLE CHEST OF DRAWERS.
LOUIS XV STYLE CHEST OF DRAWERS. Comprising an ornate Louis XV style marquetry chest of drawers. On ormolu-mounted cabriole legs, beneath three pull-out drawers centered with gilt bronze swags, under a serpentine beveled rouge marble surface. Height 31.25 inches (79.4cm), width 27.5 inches (69.9cm), depth 15.5 inches (39.4cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 212 - IMPRESSIVE CARVED & GILT WOOD WALL MIRROR, 19TH C.
IMPRESSIVE CARVED & GILT WOOD WALL MIRROR, 19TH C. Comprising a large and impressive carved and gilt wood Italian Rococo style, 19th century. The crest featuring two carved putti flanking a central finial amongst acanthus leaf and floral scrolls, the frame and skirt with intricate scrollwork and a repeating floral and acanthus wreath motif, exterior mirror panels and interior frame encasing beveled mirror plate. 89.5 x 37.5 inches (227.3 x 95.3cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 213 - PETITE FRENCH EMPIRE MAHOGANY NIGHTSTAND.
PETITE FRENCH EMPIRE MAHOGANY NIGHTSTAND. Comprising a petite and attractive French Empire mahogany and ormolu decorated nightstand with tambour door above a single swing-out door with gilt-mounted side columns and slightly overhanging marble top. Height 30.25 inches (76.8cm), width 15.25 inches (38.7cm), depth 13 inches (33.0cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 214 - FRENCH STYLE TAPERED PEDESTAL STAND.
FRENCH STYLE TAPERED PEDESTAL STAND. On bracket feet of tapering form with ormolu mounts, beveled rim, and rouge marble surface. Height 45.25 inches (114.9cm), width 17.25 inches (43.8cm), depth 9.25 inches (23.5cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 215 - FRENCH EMPIRE GILT BRONZE PEDESTAL TABLE.
FRENCH EMPIRE GILT BRONZE PEDESTAL TABLE. Resting on the stepped marble base, a gilt bronze socle pedestal supporting three fluted columns with capitals beneath a triangular platform with squared corners upon which rests three finely cast gilt bronze dolphins beneath a gilt metal-banded circular rouge marble surface. Height 24.75 inches (62.9cm), diameter of top 9.25 inches (23.5cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 216 - ROCOCO REVIVAL CARVED CONSOLE TABLE.
ROCOCO REVIVAL CARVED CONSOLE TABLE. Of traditional form with carved Queen Anne legs terminating in ball and claw feet, and heavily carved skirt centered with carved shell. Height 27.25 inches (69.2cm), width 54.5 inches (138.4cm), depth 17.25 inches (43.8cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 217 - ATTRACTIVE CARVED OAK CONSOLE TABLE.
ATTRACTIVE CARVED OAK CONSOLE TABLE. With heavily carved scroll supports terminating in paw feet set on a solid shaped stretcher beneath an incorporated mirror and with overhanging white marble top. Height 32.5 inches (82.6cm), width 46.5 inches (118.1cm), depth 22 inches (55.9cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 218 - ATTRACTIVE & INTERESTING MAHOGANY CABINET.
ATTRACTIVE & INTERESTING MAHOGANY CABINET. Of upright rectangular form with single drawer on base and single drawer at top beneath an overhanging beveled raised cornice. The large single door opening to reveal two shelves beneath an elliptical cut spoon rack shelf at top. Height 61.75 inches (156.8cm), width 26 inches (66.0cm), depth 16 inches (40.6cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 219 - FINE RENAISSANCE REVIVAL CABINET, C. 1880.
FINE RENAISSANCE REVIVAL CABINET, C. 1880. Comprising a beautiful American walnut Renaissance Revival cabinet, Allen & Brother, Philadelphia. With tapering corner columns, large, paneled door with corner rosettes and applied carved decoration beneath a single pull-out drawer with tear drop pulls and beveled rouge marble top. Height 42.5 inches, width 33 inches, depth 19.5 inches. LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 220 - PR LOUIS XVI STYLE SIDE TABLES.
PR LOUIS XVI STYLE SIDE TABLES. Each on cabriole ormolu-mounted legs, the shaped skirt with gilded bronze putti beneath an overhanging metal-banded shaped surface with parquetry inlay. Height 32 inches (81.3cm), width 19.25 inches (48.9cm), depth 19.25 inches (48.9cm).
Lot: 221 - FINE WALNUT DOUBLE COLUMN PEDESTAL.
FINE WALNUT DOUBLE COLUMN PEDESTAL. Comprising a finely crafted double column walnut pedestal with stepped rectangular base and surface, circa 1890. Height 43 inches. Dimensions of surface 9.5 x 16.4 inches.
Lot: 222 - INTERESTING FRENCH EMPIRE PEDESTAL STAND.
INTERESTING FRENCH EMPIRE PEDESTAL STAND. Of tapering three-legged form with ormolu mounts and lower shelf beneath a marble surface at top. Height 41 inches (104.1cm), width 13 inches (33.0cm).
Lot: 223 - FLUTED MARBLE PEDESTAL.
FLUTED MARBLE PEDESTAL. Comprising a fluted marble pedestal stand on an octagonal base with an overhanging round surface. Height 44.25 inches (112.4cm), diameter of surface 15 inches (38.1cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 224 - RENAISSANCE REVIVAL THRONE CHAIR.
RENAISSANCE REVIVAL THRONE CHAIR. Comprising a heavily carved high back throne chair with large carved paw legs and lion head armrests, and heavily carved side posts and crest. With cane seat and backrest. Height 68.25 inches (173.4cm), width 36.5 inches (92.7cm), depth 22.75 inches (57.8cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 225 - PR OF NEOCLASSICAL GUERIDON TABLES.
PR OF NEOCLASSICAL GUERIDON TABLES. Comprising a pair of likely French Neoclassical style Gueridon tables. Of traditional style and with polished stone surface. Height 26.75 inches (67.9cm), diameter 17 inches (43.2cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 226 - ATTRACTIVE VINTAGE DISPLAY CASE.
ATTRACTIVE VINTAGE DISPLAY CASE. With single glass door beneath an overhanging cornice and cloth-lined interior and recently illuminated. Greatest height 75.5 inches (191.8cm), width 42.75 inches (108.6cm), depth 24.5 inches (62.2cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 227 - PR DECORATIVE CASKETS.
PR DECORATIVE CASKETS. Comprising a large and impressive inlaid wood casket resting on four gilt ball feet, with domed hinged lid and brass handles. 15 x 9 x 8 inches (38.1 x 22.9 x 20.3cm). Together with a laminated casket on bracket feet, with ornate scroll decoration and locking hinged lid. 12 x 7.25 x 3.5 inches (30.5 x 18.4 x 8.9cm).
Lot: 228 - A REGENCY STRUNG MAHOGANY WHEEL BAROMETER.
A REGENCY STRUNG MAHOGANY WHEEL BAROMETER. With silvered hydrometer, thermometer, mirror, 8-inch dial, and level, signed G. Croce, Yorks. Height 38 inches.
Lot: 229 - ENGLISH BURNT BAMBOO ETAGERE, 19TH C.
ENGLISH BURNT BAMBOO ETAGERE, 19TH C. With four scalloped and beveled edged shelves, the supports terminating in brass hardware. Height 36.25 inches (92cm), width 18 inches (45.7cm), depth 12.5 inches (31.8cm).
Lot: 230 - PAIR OF TIFFANY STYLE LILY LAMPS.
PAIR OF TIFFANY STYLE LILY LAMPS. Comprising a pair of patinated bronze three-arm Tiffany style Lily lamps, each with three gold iridescent shades, the rims signed Lundberg Studios. Height of each 12.75 inches (32.4cm), length of each shade 5 inches (12.7cm).
Lot: 231 - PR NEO CLASSICAL BRASS TABLE LAMPS.
PR NEO CLASSICAL BRASS TABLE LAMPS. On squared triangular bases with tapering pedestals, each with three arms set with faux candles and above two electric light sockets. A nice matching pair. Height 34 inches (86.4cm), diameter of shade 15.75 inches (40cm).
Lot: 232 - POLISHED BRASS MERMAID DESK LAMP.
POLISHED BRASS MERMAID DESK LAMP. Finely cast winged mermaid holding a candle socket with a faux white metal candle supporting a single light socket and a black painted metal shade. Height 27.5 inches.
Lot: 233 - FRENCH BRONZE LAMP, 19TH C.
FRENCH BRONZE LAMP, 19TH C. Comprising a finely cast French bronze compote style base of triangular form with notched corners and hooved feet, supporting a tapering column, with gilt ornamentation beneath a pierced rim bowl and with pierced cover, from which emits a two-socket light with swan finial. Overall height 21.25 inches (54cm).
Lot: 234 - FRENCH FIGURAL LAMP.
FRENCH FIGURAL LAMP. Comprising a charming figure of a young child with two light sockets of flowering form and overlaid with cut glass grapes. Signed on base Aug. Moreau. Height 21 inches (51cm).
Lot: 235 - GROUP OF VINTAGE FURNITURE ORNAMENTATION.
GROUP OF VINTAGE FURNITURE ORNAMENTATION. Comprising twelve individual pieces, mostly French, including four matching pairs consisting of both gilt bronze, gilt metal, and painted metal furniture appliques, as shown, some framed, some loose. Greatest measurement of frame 16.25 x 16.25 inches.
Lot: 236 - PR OF NAPOLEONIC RELATED FRAMED IMAGES.
PR OF NAPOLEONIC RELATED FRAMED IMAGES. Comprising a Wedgewood oval bas-relief plaque of Nelson contained in a gilt-lined glazed mahogany frame, overall including frame 14.5 x 12.75 inches. Together with a good watercolor of a Napoleonic French Grenadier signed M. Clesinger, dated 1928, and contained in glazed frame with gilt ornamentation as shown, overall measuring 14.75 x 11 inches.
Lot: 237 - SET OF CAST IRON GARDEN URNS.
SET OF CAST IRON GARDEN URNS. Comprising two matched sets and one larger example as shown. Each of traditional classical form. Greatest height 30.75 inches (78.1cm), greatest diameter 23 inches (58.4cm).
Lot: 238 - FINE SLOOP OF WAR WOOD MODEL SHIP, C. 1890’S.
FINE SLOOP OF WAR WOOD MODEL SHIP, C. 1890'S. Comprising a finely handcrafted three-masted polychrome and wood sloop-of-war model ship made by Dr. James Grant Gilchrist (1842–1906). Of good proportions and accurate plank-on-frame construction with detailed rigging, individually carved boarding boats, cannons, masts, and rigging. With hand-stitched silk American flag. Length 52.5 inches, width 13.5 inches, height 40.75 inches. Accompanied by a custom-made wood carrying box. The ship was built by Civil War veteran and noted physician Dr. James Grant Gilchrist (1842–1906), who enlisted in the 40th Pennsylvania Militia in July 1863, studied medicine, became head of surgery at the University of Iowa, and was later appointed Colonel in the 3rd Regiment, Iowa National Guard. A good model in original untouched condition. LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY. Provenance: Deacessioned from the University of Iowa, December 2025
Lot: 239 - A ROMAN LEGIONNAIRES SWORD.
A ROMAN LEGIONNAIRES SWORD. A finely crafted facsimile of a double-edged Roman Legionnaire's sword. Length 27 inches (68.6cm).
Lot: 240 - PR OF TEAK LOUNGE CHAIRS ATTRB TO VAN BEUREN.
PR OF TEAK LOUNGE CHAIRS ATTRB TO VAN BEUREN. Comprising a good matching pair of teak and woven raffia lounge chairs, circa 1950, attributed to Michael van Beuren (1911-2004). Featuring sturdy teakwood frames with multi-strand checkerboard woven raffia seat. Height 36 inches, depth 31.5 inches, width 25 inches. Unmarked.
Lot: 241 - THREE LUCITE MODERN TABLE LAMPS.
THREE LUCITE MODERN TABLE LAMPS. Comprising three modern table lamps, including a Karl Springer style stacked helix spiral Lucite table lamp, height 20.5 inches, and a pair of crystal and polished silver-toned metal table lamps, each with a stem composed of stacked crystal cubes and cylinders raised on a polished metal base, height 23 inches each.
Lot: 242 - A FRENCH STYLE AUBUSSON IMPERIAL CARPET.
A FRENCH STYLE AUBUSSON IMPERIAL CARPET. With central medallion and overall decorated with Napoleonic period Imperial elements. 128.5 x 95 inches (326.4 x 241.3cm).
Lot: 243 - LARGE ROOM SIZE ORIENTAL CARPET.
LARGE ROOM SIZE ORIENTAL CARPET. Comprising a large and attractive Indo-Isfahan room-size carpet with large central medallion on a blue field and with flower-banded border. Rug measuring length 151 inches (383.5cm), width 107.75 inches (273.7cm).
Lot: 244 - GROUP OF 4 ORIENTAL CARPETS.
GROUP OF 4 ORIENTAL CARPETS. Comprising three carpets of varying sizes, patterns, and styles. The largest 118 x 69.25 inches (299.7 x 175.7cm), the smallest 38 x 23.25 inches (96.5 x 59cm).
Lot: 245 - EXCEPTIONAL MATTHEW STOTHART SCRIMSHAW.
EXCEPTIONAL MATTHEW STOTHART SCRIMSHAW. Comprising a fossilized walrus tusk finely scrimshawed, depicting a grizzly bear pursuing a trout with tinted accents, and resting on a custom wood stand. Signed M. Stothart. Overall length including stand 7.75 inches (19.7cm).
Lot: 246 - MASSIVE MATTHEW STOTHART SCRIMSHAW.
MASSIVE MATTHEW STOTHART SCRIMSHAW. Comprising a large fossilized mammoth tusk, expertly scrimshawed with a bison hunt after the painting by Charles Russell, with tinted accents, and resting on a custom-made Ken Fredericks wood stand. Signed M. Stothart. Overall length including stand 15 inches (38.1cm), height on stand 4 inches (10.2cm).
Lot: 247 - ARTIST SIGNED SCRIMSHAWED MAMMOTH TUSKS.
ARTIST SIGNED SCRIMSHAWED MAMMOTH TUSKS. Comprising a pair of finely scrimshawed and polychromed mammoth tusk remnants, each depicting a bighorn mountain sheep, each signed Muller, for noted Alaskan scrimshaw artist Mary Muller, and both resting on conforming custom-made wood stands. Greatest height, including custom stand, 17.75 inches (45.1cm).
Lot: 248 - COMPLETE HAND ILLUMINATED ANTIPHONARY, 16TH CENTURY.
COMPLETE HAND ILLUMINATED ANTIPHONARY, 16TH CENTURY. Comprising a hand-illuminated antiphonary of The Saints of the Three Orders of our Seraphic Father, Saint Francis, probably Italian or Spanish and probably 16th century. Containing 343 hand-illuminated leaves on laid paper in Latin, each with hymns and containing a good number of illuminated initials (some as illustrated). The last page with the Index of the Offices of the Saints of the Order of Friars Minor, including: Office of the Immaculate Conception, p. 1; Triumph of the Most Holy Name of Jesus, p. 113; Office of Saint Margaret of Cortona, p. 146; Office of Saint Colette, p. 149; Office of Saint Catherine of Bologna, p. 189; Office of Saint Gabriel the Archangel, p. 206; Office of Saint Raphael the Archangel, p. 231; Translation of Saint Peter of Alcantara, p. 254; Office of Saint Paschal Baylon, p. 259; Office of Saint Bernardino of Siena, p. 301; Offices Recent and for many Most Holy Saints. Leather-covered wood boards with iron domed studs, missing leather-covered spine and clasp, measuring 21 x 14 inches (53 x 36cm).
Lot: 249 - 16 HISTORIC NAPOLEONIC VOLUMES, C. 1823-1879.
16 HISTORIC NAPOLEONIC VOLUMES, C. 1823-1879. Comprising the seven-volume set "France Under Napoleon I," London, Henry Colburn & Company and Martin Bossange & Company, 1823. Complete seven-volume set with red gilt leather spines, marbled boards, and gilt tipped pages. Each volume measurement 8.25 x 5.5 inches (21 x 14cm). Together with the four-volume set "Memoirs of Napoleon," Count de Las Cases, London, Henry Colburn, 1836, with gilt decorated green and red leather spines and marbled boards. Each tome 6.7 x 4.3 inches (17 x 10.9cm). Also including "The Signatures of Napoleon," J. Sainsbury, London, Charles Tilt, 1836. Leather spine, cloth covers, and leather corners. Ex Libris Paul E. Bechet, contains a variety of Napoleon signatures and various engravings, appears complete, a scarce volume, 11 x 9 inches (27.9 x 22.9cm).
Lot: 250 - LEATHER BOUND DE HUMANI CORPORIS FABRICA.
LEATHER BOUND DE HUMANI CORPORIS FABRICA. Comprising a very fine leather-bound facsimile edition of Andreas Vesalius's De Humani Corporis Fabrica (first published 1543, Basel). Folio (42 x 30cm). Illustrated throughout after the celebrated original woodcuts by Jan Stephan van Calcar. Half Morocco over marbled boards, with matching slipcase. A good, clean copy of this large-format reprint, complete with supplement. Published by De Forel, Amsterdam, 1975. De Humani Corporis Fabrica (1543) is, of course, considered the foundational text of modern anatomy. It revolutionized medicine by replacing centuries of flawed, animal-based medical dogma with accurate, groundbreaking illustrations based entirely on direct human dissection.
Lot: 251 - GOOD 18TH CENTURY GIRLS SAMPLER.
GOOD 18TH CENTURY GIRLS SAMPLER. Comprising a colored silk embroidered 18th century sampler, stitched with a hymn of gratitude to God, the borders in colorful florals, and at the base a bouquet within a basket, signed Susanna Norris and dated 1788. Contained in a possibly period gilt-glazed frame. Overall including frame 17 x 18.5 inches (43.2 x 47cm).
Lot: 252 - 2 GOOD NAVAJO SAND PAINTINGS.
2 GOOD NAVAJO SAND PAINTINGS. Comprising two Navajo sand paintings, including Corn Sand Painting - 1980 by noted Navajo artist James C. Joe (1920–2000), signed, titled, and dated on verso, 18 x 8 inches, overall including frame 24.3 x 14.5 inches. Together with Yei Be Chi - 1983 by Navajo artist Wilfred Ben Meyerson, signed, titled, and dated on verso, 16 x 8 inches, overall including frame 19 x 11 inches.
Lot: 253 - FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE FOOTED CASKET, MEIJI.
FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE FOOTED CASKET, MEIJI. Comprising a very fine Japanese Meiji period cloisonne enamel footed casket, of rectangular form with domed lid, resting on six raised legs. The sides banded in varicolored flower heads. The underside also enameled with two mum blossoms on a scrolling foliate ground. The hinged lid with an exquisite phoenix bird on a turquoise enameled ground, framed by flower heads and a butterfly. The interior gilded and engraved with cranes and a view of Mt. Fuji. Spectacular. 6 x 4.5 x 3.6 inches (15.2 x 11.5 x 9.1cm).
Lot: 254 - LARGE JAPANESE MEIJI CLOISONNE BOX.
LARGE JAPANESE MEIJI CLOISONNE BOX. Comprising a large and impressive cloisonne enamel box resting on four bracket feet, the sides banded in flowers, butterflies, and repeating patterns, the underside with three mums on a turquoise and green ground. The hinged lid with dragon and phoenix and opening to reveal a gilded interior with an engraved scene of Mt. Fuji and a crane in a mountainous landscape. 8 x 5.75 x 3.25 inches (20.3 x 14.5 x 8.3cm).
Lot: 255 - FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE FOOTED CASKET, MEIJI.
FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE FOOTED CASKET, MEIJI. Comprising a very fine Japanese Meiji period cloisonne enamel footed casket, of rectangular form with a slightly domed lid resting on six raised legs. The sides banded in varicolored flower heads and repeating patterns, the underside also enameled with a single mum blossom on a scrolling foliate enameled ground. The hinged lid with an exquisite phoenix bird on a turquoise enameled ground, framed by flower heads and a butterfly. The interior gilded and engraved with water scenes. Spectacular. 5.5 x 4 x 3.25 inches (15.2 x 11.5 x 9cm).
Lot: 256 - JAPANESE CLOISONNE CIGARETTE BOX, INABA, MEIJI.
JAPANESE CLOISONNE CIGARETTE BOX, INABA, MEIJI. Comprising a very fine Japanese cloisonne enamel cigarette box, Inaba, Meiji period. Of rectangular form, the sides banded in multicolored flower heads on a mint green ground, the lid with an intricate and ornate blossoming landscape with birds, the underside with a repeating scroll pattern and centered with the Inaba "baseball" mark. The hinged lid opens to reveal a brightly gilded, divided interior with engraved bamboo and birds. Length 6 inches (15.2cm), depth 4.75 inches (12cm), height 1.1 inches (2.5cm).
Lot: 257 - VERY FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOX, INABA, MEIJI.
VERY FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOX, INABA, MEIJI. Comprising a very fine Japanese cloisonne enamel box resting on four bracket feet, Inaba, Meiji period. The sides finely decorated with swans swimming amongst water lilies and irises, and the beveled fitted lid with a complex lily-decorated medallion on a black enameled ground. The interior lacquered, and the underside with Inaba "baseball" mark. Width 5 inches (12.7cm), height 2.75 inches (7cm).
Lot: 258 - LARGE CLOISONNE BOX AND TABLE SCREEN, MEIJI.
LARGE CLOISONNE BOX AND TABLE SCREEN, MEIJI. Comprising a large finely cloisonne enameled Japanese box with Thousand Flowers decoration, resting on gilt bracket feet and with gilded interior. 8 x 4 x 3 inches (20.5 x 10.2 x 7.6cm). Together with a four-panel enamel table screen featuring pheasants and songbirds among irises, peonies, and cherry blossom trees with a black ground, the bottom border featuring flower heads in a green ground, the back of the screen gilded and engraved with bamboo and birds and Inaba Workshop mark. 7.25 x 13 inches (open) (18.5 x 33cm), each panel 7.25 x 3 inches (18.5 x 7.6cm).
Lot: 259 - LARGE JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOX, INABA, MEIJI.
LARGE JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOX, INABA, MEIJI. Comprising a very fine and large Japanese cloisonne enamel box, Inaba, Meiji period. Of rectangular form, the sides banded in blue flower heads on a white ground, the lid with an intricate and ornate blossoming landscape with birds, the underside with repeating scroll pattern and centered with the Inaba "baseball" mark. The hinged lid opens to reveal a brightly gilded interior with engraved cranes and a dedicatory inscription. Length 9 inches (23cm), height 2.25 inches (6cm).
Lot: 260 - PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI.
PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of finely enameled larger boxes, Meiji. Both resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of both with songbirds amidst blossoming trees and flowers including irises and wisteria, one with a rickshaw, the sides banded in varicolored flower heads, the interior gilded and engraved with various scenes including Mount Fuji, and the underside of each with the mark of Inaba workshop. Each measuring 6.25 x 3.5 x 2.5 inches (15.9 x 8.9 x 6.4cm).
Lot: 261 - PR OF FINE JAPANESE SIGNED CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
PR OF FINE JAPANESE SIGNED CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising two larger finely crafted Japanese cloisonne boxes with mark of Inaba workshop. Both of rectangular form on gilt bracket feet with slightly domed hinged lids. The cover of one with chickens and chicks amidst blossoming trees on a sand-colored ground. The other with pheasants beneath wisteria on a salmon-colored ground. The sides of one banded in flower heads, the other with repeating scale patterns. The underside of each incorporating the Inaba mark. The interior of both gilded and one engraved. Both, 6.75 x 3.5 x 2.75 inches (17 x 9 x 7cm).
Lot: 262 - PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI.
PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of finely enameled boxes, Meiji. Both resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of both with songbirds amidst blossoming trees and flowers, the underside of each with the mark of Inaba workshop. Greatest size 4.5 x 4 x 2 inches (11.4 x 10.2 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 263 - PAIR OF JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOXES, MEIJI.
PAIR OF JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of very fine gilt and enameled boxes, each resting on bracket feet, the sides banded in flower heads, fans, and repeating patterns. The hinged lids with finely enameled butterflies or moths, the underside with a single mum on a colorful scrolling foliate ground. The interiors gilded, one engraved with butterflies, the other with flowers. Greatest size 4.75 x 3.75 x 2.25 inches (12 x 9.5 x 5.5cm). Exceptional craftsmanship.
Lot: 264 - 2 EXCEPTIONAL JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOXES, MEIJI.
2 EXCEPTIONAL JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising two very finely enameled boxes, each raised on bracket feet and enameled on all surfaces. One with fitted cover, the other with hinged lid, both decorated with an exotic phoenix, and the undersides decorated with mums. Both with gilded interiors, and one engraved with a view of Mt. Fuji. Greatest size 4.75 x 3.75 x 2.5 inches (12 x 9.5 x 6.5cm).
Lot: 265 - PAIR OF JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, ANDO.
PAIR OF JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, ANDO. Comprising a pair of finely enameled boxes, each resting on four bracket feet at each corner, the sides banded in colorful flower heads and repeating patterns, the hinged lids with blossoming landscapes and opening to reveal a gilded interior with engraved Mt. Fuji and a village scene. The underside of each with Ando "Maltese Cross" mark. Each measuring 4.25 x 3.5 x 2 inches (10.7 x 9 x 5cm).
Lot: 266 - 2 VERY FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOXES, MEIJI.
2 VERY FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOXES, MEIJI. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, the sides banded in colorful flower heads, the hinged lids with blossoming landscapes with birds, the interiors gilded, one with an engraved scene of Mt. Fuji, the other with bamboo and birds. The underside of each with unidentified makers' marks of a single katakana character, one within a six-petal flowerhead. Greatest size 4.75 x 3.75 x 2 inches (12 x 9.5 x 5cm).
Lot: 267 - PAIR OF JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOXES, MEIJI.
PAIR OF JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of finely enameled cloisonne dragon-decorated boxes. Each raised on bracket feet, the entire body enameled; the hinged lids with dragon motif, and the underside of each with mum. The interior of both gilded and engraved with cranes. One with lock. Both 4.8 x 3.8 x 2.2 inches (12 x 10 x 5.5cm).
Lot: 268 - PR JAPANESE INABA CLOISONNE ENAMELS BOXES.
PR JAPANESE INABA CLOISONNE ENAMELS BOXES. Comprising a fine pair of Japanese cloisonne enamel boxes, Meiji, both with Inaba mark. The hinged lid of one box with songbirds in a blossoming tree, banded by flowers. The other with a finely enameled phoenix within a shaped medallion on a goldstone-flecked ground. The sides banded in flowers, the underside of both with gilt scrolling foliage and with Inaba mark, and both resting on bracket feet. The interior of both gilded and with scenes, one with a butterfly, the other Mt. Fuji. Greatest size, 4.75 x 3.75 x 2.25 inches (12 x 9.5 x 6cm).
Lot: 269 - PR OF SIGNED JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
PR OF SIGNED JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of very finely enameled Japanese signed cloisonne boxes, Meiji. Both resting on gilt bracket feet, one of rectangular form, the hinged lid with blossoming flowers, birds, and butterflies on a white ground, and the sides banded in flower heads, the interior gilded and engraved with a view of Mt. Fuji, the underside with mark of Inaba workshop. The other square, the hinged lid with a pair of pheasants amidst blossoming flowers on a turquoise ground, the sides banded in repeating flower heads, the interior gilded and engraved with bamboo and birds, and the underside with mark of the Ando workshop. The largest 5.5 x 3.5 x 2.4 inches (14 x 9 x 6.3cm).
Lot: 270 - PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI.
PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI. Comprising a pair, both on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of one with birds amidst blossoming flower on moss green ground, the other with exotic bird, both banded in varicolored flower heads, and the enameled underside with "baseball" Inaba mark. The interior of both gilded and with engraved scenes. Greatest measurement 4.25 x 3.5 x 2 inches (11 x 9 x 5cm).
Lot: 271 - PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of finely enameled boxes, Meiji. Both resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of both with exotic bird within a shaped cartouche, overall enameled with repeating patterns and flower heads, and both with locks, the interior of both gilded with interior scenes. Greatest size 4.75 x 4 x 2.25 inches (12.1 x 10.2 x 5.7cm).
Lot: 272 - PR OF FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
PR OF FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of very fine larger Japanese enameled boxes, Meiji. Both on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of both with songbirds amidst blossoming trees and flowers, one with a yellow ground and the other in turquoise. The underside of each with two mums, and the interior of both gilded and engraved, one with carp and water. Both measure 5.5 x 4.25 x 2.75 inches (14 x 11 x 7cm).
Lot: 273 - PR OF EXQUISITE JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
PR OF EXQUISITE JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of Japanese finely enameled boxes, Meiji. Both on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of one with a phoenix, the other with fans, both banded in flower heads and fans, the underside of each in varicolored enamel with a large central mum medallion, the interior of each gilded and with engraved foliage and butterflies. Both measure 4.75 x 4 x 2.25 inches (12 x 10 x 5cm).
Lot: 274 - PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI.
PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of finely enameled larger boxes, Meiji. Both resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of both with songbirds and pheasants amidst blossoming trees and flowers, the sides banded in varicolored flower heads, the interior gilded and engraved with various scenes, and the underside of each with the mark of Inaba workshop. Each measuring 6.25 x 3.5 x 2.5 inches (15.9 x 8.9 x 6.4cm).
Lot: 275 - PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI.
PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of finely enameled boxes, Meiji. Both resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of one with blossoming flowers, wisteria and songbird, the other lid with songbirds, blossoming cherry trees and a rickshaw as shown, the sides banded in varicolored flower heads and repeating patterns, the interior gilded, and the underside of each with the mark of Inaba workshop. Greatest measurement 5.5 x 3.5 x 1.75 inches (14.0 x 8.9 x 4.4cm).
Lot: 276 - PR OF FINE SIGNED JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
PR OF FINE SIGNED JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of very finely enameled Japanese signed cloisonne boxes, Meiji. Both resting on gilt bracket feet. Both of rectangular form. The largest with hinged lid depicting two opposing exotic birds on a turquoise ground and banded in scrolling foliage. The sides banded in repeating patterns of shield reserves alternating with dragons and phoenixes, the underside with the mark of the Inaba workshop. The lid of the other box enameled with birds amidst blossoming flowers and trees on a yellow ground and the sides banded in flowers on a blue ground. The underside with the mark of the Inaba workshop. The interior of both gilded and one engraved with a view of Mt. Fuji. Greatest size 7.25 x 3.5 x 3 inches (18.5 x 9 x 7.5cm).
Lot: 277 - 2 SIGNED JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
2 SIGNED JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising two larger sized signed Japanese cloisonne boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lids decorated with blossoming flowers and trees, songbirds and a pheasant as shown. The sides banded in flowers and repeating patterns, the interior of both gilded and engraved with scenes. The underside of each with different unidentified marks. Both measuring 6.5 x 3.5 x 2.25 inches (16.5 x 8.9 x 5.7cm).
Lot: 278 - PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI.
PR JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of finely enameled boxes, Meiji. Including a large divided cigarette box, the hinged lid with flying cranes on a black ground, and banded with a repeating pattern, the other with a pheasant amongst blossoming flowers near crashing waves. Both with mark of Inaba workshop. Greatest measurement 6 x 4.75 x 2 inches (15.2 x 12.1 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 279 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, each with hinged lid, one decorated with a dragon, another with two exotic birds, and two with blossoming trees and songbirds, three with gilded interiors and carved scenes, another with enameled interior. Greatest measurement 4.75 x 3.75 x 2 inches (12.1 x 9.5 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 280 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet. One with fitted lid decorated with wisteria, cherry blossom, iris, camellias, and chrysanthemum. Three with hinged lids, one with a dragon in a cartouche with light blue ground, one with exotic bird in cartouche with green and goldstone flecked ground, and another with songbird and butterflies amongst chrysanthemums. Each with decoratively banded sides including flowers and repeating patterns. The interior of each gilded and three with various engraved scenes. Greatest measurement 4.75 x 4 x 2.25 inches (12.1 x 10.2 x 5.7cm).
Lot: 281 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising 4 finely enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji, each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of each decorated with florals and birds as shown, the interior of each gilded and engraved with various scenes. Each measuring 3.5 x 3 x 1.75 inches (8.9 x 7.6 x 4.4cm).
Lot: 282 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, each hinged lid decorated with blossoming trees, flowers including peonies, irises, and wisteria, birds, and butterflies, two banded with repeating patterns and flowers, the other two banded with flowers, bamboo, butterflies and birds, the interior of each gilded with various scenes. Each measuring 4.75 x 4 x 2 inches (12.1 x 10.2 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 283 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising 4 finely enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji, each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of each decorated with florals and birds as shown, the interior of each gilded and engraved with various scenes. Greatest measurement 4.25 x 3.25 x 2 inches (10.8 x 8.3 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 284 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lids decorated with blossoming trees, flowers and birds, one with pheasants in a cartouche with yellow ground, another with wading cranes as shown. The sides of three banded with repeating patterns, the last banded with fans and varicolored flower heads, each interior gilded and engraved with various scenes including Mount Fuji. Each measuring 4.75 x 4 x 2.25 inches (12.1 x 10.2 x 5.7cm).
Lot: 285 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lids decorated with various exotic birds, songbirds, blossoms, and Buddhistic symbols of luck as shown, the sides banded with repeating patterns, and each interior gilded, two interiors engraved with scenes including one of Mount Fuji. Each measuring 4.75 x 4 x 2.5 inches (12.1 x 10.2 x 6.4cm).
Lot: 286 - PR UNIQUE CHINESE ENAMEL CARD BOXES.
PR UNIQUE CHINESE ENAMEL CARD BOXES. Comprising a pair of finely enameled boxes. The fitted lids depicting the king and queen of hearts respectively, the sides banded with branches of cherry blossoms, the interior of each enameled. Each measuring 4 x 2.5 x 1.5 inches (10.2 x 6.4 x 3.8cm).
Lot: 287 - 8 JAPANESE CLOISONNE VASES, MEIJI.
8 JAPANESE CLOISONNE VASES, MEIJI. Comprising eight individual vases, the tallest with finely enameled cranes amidst wheat on a dark blue ground, 9.8 inches (24.5cm); the second tallest being four-sided and finely decorated with blossoming flowers and trees on a dark blue ground (center hole on base). A signed bottle-form vase with flared rim, finely decorated with wisteria, signed on underside of base with Ota Tameshiro flower blossom mark (some losses to enamel on base), as well as five additional examples decorated with various types of birds as shown and also on a dark blue ground. The smallest height 3.5 inches (9cm).
Lot: 288 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE LIDDED VESSELS, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE LIDDED VESSELS, MEIJI. Comprising four finely decorated lidded vessels, including a large and impressive baluster-form vessel, the shoulder banded with dragons and beneath repeating shield-form reserves decorated with butterflies, birds, and flowers, and the fitted lid with bud finial. Together with a three-footed bulbous covered jar, the sides finely decorated with reserves depicting opposing exotic birds and butterflies and with domed lid with large plum-form finial, as well as ribbed lidded vessel, the sides with four reserves, each differently decorated with blossoming flowers, birds, and a rooster, the fitted cover with dragons and bud blossom finial, and another lidded vessel on three raised feet, the sides with reserves depicting exotic birds and overall decorated with florals and scrolls on a goldstone-flecked ground. A fine offering. Greatest height 13 inches (33cm).
Lot: 289 - 7 FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE VASES, MEIJI.
7 FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE VASES, MEIJI. Comprising seven individual vases, including a matching set decorated with lilies on a blue ground with goldstone-flecked decoration. Together with a large vase with pheasant amongst blossoming flowers, and the others decorated with blossoming flowers and birds as shown. A good offering. Greatest height 12.5 inches (31.8cm).
Lot: 290 - 3 MATCHING JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL VASES, MEIJI.
3 MATCHING JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL VASES, MEIJI. Each finely decorated with floral and blossoming tree decoration on a dark blue ground as shown. One with Sato mark. 7.25 inches (18.5cm).
Lot: 291 - 10 JAPANESE MEIJI CLOISONNE ENAMEL VASE.
10 JAPANESE MEIJI CLOISONNE ENAMEL VASE. Comprising 10 very fine Japanese cloisonne vases, the largest in robin's-egg blue with flowering tree, underside marked Ota Kichisaburo, height 6 inches (15cm). Together with a very fine paneled vase with the mark of Takahara. Together with various other shaped and sized vases as shown.
Lot: 292 - 6 JAPANESE MATCHING PAIRS CLOISONNE VASES, MEIJI.
6 JAPANESE MATCHING PAIRS CLOISONNE VASES, MEIJI. Comprising six matching pairs of Japanese Meiji period cloisonne vases, each with finely rendered floral decoration on a dark blue ground as shown; the largest pair with unknown mark, a smaller pair with mark of Hattori Ryozo, and the smallest pair with mark of Yamatada. Greatest height 6 inches (15cm).
Lot: 293 - 14 JAPANESE CLOISONNE VASES, MEIJI AND LATER.
14 JAPANESE CLOISONNE VASES, MEIJI AND LATER. Comprising seven matching pairs of very fine Japanese cloisonne enamel vases of various shapes and sizes as shown, Meiji period and later. Greatest height 9.75 inches (25cm). A good group.
Lot: 294 - 13 PIECES JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL, MEIJI.
13 PIECES JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL, MEIJI. Comprising a good and varied group of cloisonne enamel vessels, including a five-piece stacking set with lid, a pair of matching footed covered jars, as well as censers, pitchers, and various vase forms as shown. Greatest overall height 7.5 inches (19cm).
Lot: 295 - 9 JAPANESE CLOISONNE VASES, MEIJI.
9 JAPANESE CLOISONNE VASES, MEIJI. Comprising a good and diverse group of different shapes and sizes, as shown, and with various decorations and motifs. Greatest height 9.75 inches (24.8cm).
Lot: 296 - 13 JAPANESE CLOISSONE COVERED VESSELS, MEIJI.
13 JAPANESE CLOISSONE COVERED VESSELS, MEIJI. Comprising 13 individual Japanese cloisonne enamel-covered vessels, including ginger jars and koros as shown. Each with finely decorated floral decoration and some with goldstone flecks, none apparently marked. Greatest height 6.25 inches (16cm). A good diverse offering.
Lot: 297 - 4 SIGNED JAPANESE GINBARI ENAMEL VASES.
4 SIGNED JAPANESE GINBARI ENAMEL VASES. Comprising four individual Japanese Ginbari-jippo signed vases including a bottle-form vase with dragon on blue translucent enamel ground, underside signed Ito Ichizaemon, height 9.8 inches (25cm). A four-sided vase with blossoming flowers, bamboo, and chickens on a light blue translucent ground, underside signed Ota, height 7.1 inches (18cm). Together with a trumpet-form vase with coiled dragon on a blue ground, underside with mark of Gonda Hirosuke, height 6 inches (15.5cm). And a charming miniature bottle-form vase with flowers on a translucent lilac ground, the underside with mark of Kawaguchi Bunzaemon, height 2.5 inches (6cm).
Lot: 298 - 12 JAPANESE ENAMEL VASES.
12 JAPANESE ENAMEL VASES. Comprising a group of mostly Ginbari enamel vases, including a variety of shapes, sizes, and motifs, including a large likely Ogasawara Shuzo (although unmarked) tsuki-jippo enamelled fish vase, the body with carved details visible through a translucent polychrome enamel design of two red and one brown carp swimming amid waterweeds on a granulated ground covered with translucent green and salmon enamel shading. Height 6.25 inches (16cm). Greatest overall height 7.25 inches (18cm). A good diverse group.
Lot: 299 - 13 JAPANESE ENAMELED VASES.
13 JAPANESE ENAMELED VASES. Comprising 13 individual vases decorated with Tsuiki-jippo and Tomei-jippo enamel. Including a large pair of matching eagles decorated vases. A pair of green cherry blossom vases. As well as two cigarette lighters and other vases as shown. One pair with Sato mark, and another with Ando mark. Greatest height 12 inches (30.5cm).
Lot: 300 - PAIR OF JAPANESE MEIJI CLOISONNE VASES.
PAIR OF JAPANESE MEIJI CLOISONNE VASES. Comprising a pair of very fine Japanese Meiji cloisonne enamel vases including a cased set depicting birds amongst flowers and trees on a dark blue ground. Together with a pair of brick-red panel vases with flowers and budding trees, the underside with an unknown mark. Greatest height 7.25 inches (18.5cm).
Lot: 301 - LARGE SIGNED JAPANESE ENAMEL VASE.
LARGE SIGNED JAPANESE ENAMEL VASE. Comprising a very fine and large signed Japanese tsuki-jippo enameled vase, the body with carved details visible through a translucent polychrome enamel design of two brown and one red carp swimming amid waterweeds on a granulated ground covered with translucent blue enamel shading, the base with stamped mark of Ogasawara Shuzo. Height 9.5 inches (24cm).
Lot: 302 - CHINESE CLOISONNE ENAMELED CENSER.
CHINESE CLOISONNE ENAMELED CENSER. Comprising a fine three-footed censer, the legs with lionhead mounts, the shoulders with mask-ring handles and the sides enameled with dragons chasing the pearl of wisdom, vented and enameled cover with coiled dragon finial. Height 13 inches (33cm).
Lot: 303 - 4 CHINESE CLOISONNE FIGURES.
4 CHINESE CLOISONNE FIGURES. Comprising a good group of four cloisonne and gilt-decorated figures, including a figure riding an elephant, a Buddha, and a figure riding a donkey as shown. Greatest height 12.5 inches (31.8cm).
Lot: 304 - CHINESE CLOISONNE HORSES.
CHINESE CLOISONNE HORSES. Comprising a pair of large and impressive cloisonne and gilt-decorated galloping horses, each with removable saddle, fully enameled overall with foliage, symbols, and repeating patterns. Height 15.5 inches (39.4cm), length 22.75 inches (57.8cm).
Lot: 305 - CHINESE & JAPANESE ENAMEL GROUP.
CHINESE & JAPANESE ENAMEL GROUP. Comprising seven individual pieces including a Chinese cloisonne enamel and gilt-decorated figural pricket candlestand resting on a conforming wood base, a Chinese cloisonne teapot signed on underside of base, a pair of matching Chinese cloisonne snuff bottles signed on underside of base, and another Chinese cloisonne snuff bottle with coral cabochon finial. Together with a fine Japanese ginbari-jippo floral decorated vase with Ota workshop mark on underside of base and a Japanese tomei-jippo translucent red enameled vase decorated with bamboo. A good diverse offering. Greatest height on stand 13.5 inches (34.3cm).
Lot: 306 - CHINESE CANTON FAMILLE JAUNE ENAMEL VASES.
CHINESE CANTON FAMILLE JAUNE ENAMEL VASES. Comprising a large hexagonal 6-panel vase finely decorated with birds, village seaside landscape, and florals. Height 14.8 inches (38cm). Together with a fine matching pair of Hu-form vases, each side with a large panel painted with birds on flowering branches, and the body overall with scrolling foliage on a yellow ground, and the neck with gilt handles, each resting on conforming wood stands. Overall height on stand 10 inches (25.5cm).
Lot: 307 - LARGE JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL DRESSER BOX, MEIJI.
LARGE JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL DRESSER BOX, MEIJI. Of rectangular form with rounded corners and a slightly domed hinged lid. Overall enameled, with the hinged lid decorated with masks and various flower forms, the lid with lock. 7.25 x 5.5 x 2.75 inches (18.5 x 14 x 7cm).
Lot: 308 - PAIR OF JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, ANDO.
PAIR OF JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, ANDO. Comprising a pair of finely enameled boxes, each resting on four bracket feet, one at each corner, the sides of one banded in colorful flower heads and repeating patterns, the other with fans, the hinged lid of one with a blossoming landscape, the other with ducks beneath blooming trees near water, and both opening to reveal a gilded interior with engraved Mt. Fuji and a village scene. The underside of each with Ando "Maltese Cross" mark. The greatest measurements 4.75 x 4 x 2 inches (12 x 10 x 5cm).
Lot: 309 - 3 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
3 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising three larger finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each with hinged lid, one with peacock with resplendent tail amidst blossoms and salmon ground, another with exotic bird and red ground, and the third with pheasants and songbirds amidst blossoming trees and flowers, each banded on the sides with repeating patterns, the resplendent peacock example with Inaba Kyoto mark on interior, the exotic bird and red ground with gilding and engraved scene on interior, and the pheasants as a large divided cigarette box. Greatest dimensions 6 x 4.75 x 2 inches (15.2 x 12.1 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 310 - 3 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
3 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising three finely enameled larger boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, each with hinged lid, one decorated with fans and an exotic bird, another with pheasants, blossoming trees and flowers on a blue goldstone flecked ground, and one with scattered hydrangea flower and leaf decoration. Each with decorative banded sides and one with repeating pattern, the interior of each gilded with various engraved scenes. Each measuring 6.25 x 3.5 x 2.5 inches (15.9 x 8.9 x 6.4cm).
Lot: 311 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Three resting on gilt bracket feet, three with hinged lids, one decorated with butterflies in a cartouche with black and goldstone flecked ground, one with blossoming cherry trees, songbirds, and butterflies, and one with fans, another example with fitted lid decorated with butterflies and flowers, the hinged examples all with gilded interiors with engravings of various scenes, the fitted lid example with enameled interior. Greatest measurement 4.75 x 3.75 x 2.25 inches (12.1 x 9.5 x 5.7cm).
Lot: 312 - 4 JAPANESE ENAMEL DRAGON BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE ENAMEL DRAGON BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, three with hinged lids and one with fitted lid, each prominently featuring a dragon, each banded with repeating patterns and floral decorations, one with fan decorations as well, the interior of each gilded with engraved scenes, and the underside of fitted lid example with large butterfly. Each measuring 4.75 x 4 x 2 inches (12.1 x 10.2 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 313 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lids of two decorated with dragons, another with butterflies, and one with blossoming trees and songbirds, each side banded with repeating patterns, one with lock, each interior gilded and engraved with various scenes. Each measuring 4.25 x 3.5 x 2 inches (10.8 x 8.9 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 314 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, three with hinged lids, one with fitted lid decorated with birds, flowers, blossoming trees, and butterflies as shown, each with varicolored flower heads banding the sides, and one with repeating pattern, each interior gilded and engraved with various scenes. Greatest measurement 3.5 x 3 x 1.75 inches (8.9 x 7.6 x 4.4cm).
Lot: 315 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lids decorated with flowers and blossoming trees, songbirds, and butterflies, one with rickshaw, one with yellow ground, and one with blue goldstone flecked ground, each interior gilded and engraved with scenes including two with Mount Fuji. Each measuring 4.25 x 3.5 x 1.75 inches (10.8 x 8.9 x 4.4cm).
Lot: 316 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of each decorated with various images including exotic birds, blossoming flowers and fans as shown, each banded with flowers and repeating patterns, the interior of each gilded and engraved. Greatest size, 3.75 x 3 x 2 inches (9.5 x 7.6 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 317 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Three resting on gilt bracket feet, three with hinged lids, one decorated with foo lion, another decorated with peacock in cherry blossoms, and one with exotic bird, another with fitted lid decorated with scrolls and lotus blossoms, the sides of two banded with repeating patterns, the example with foo lion with lock, and another with scroll and lotus blossom banded sides, the interior of each gilded, two with engraved scenes. Greatest measurement 4.25 x 3.5 x 2 inches (10.8 x 8.9 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 318 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four smaller finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lids of two decorated with blossoming trees, flowers, songbirds, and butterflies, another two with decorative fans, the sides of three banded with varicolored flower heads, and another with decorative fans banding the sides, each interior gilded, three engraved with scenes including one of Mount Fuji. One with Inaba "baseball" mark on underside. Each measuring 3.5 x 3 x 1.75 inches (8.9 x 7.6 x 4.4cm).
Lot: 319 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely enameled boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet and each with hinged cover, one decorated with irises and a butterfly, another with fans, one with fighting roosters, and one with birds amongst wisteria. Each banded with flower heads and repeating patterns, each with gilded interiors, three with engraved scenes, and one with unidentifiable mark on underside. Each measuring 4.25 x 3.5 x 2 inches (10.8 x 8.9 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 320 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, each with hinged lid, two decorated with exotic birds in cartouche with blue ground, and two elaborately decorated with fans, scrolls, and flowers, the interior of each box gilded and engraved with various scenes. Greatest measurement 5.5 x 4.25 x 2.5 inches (14.0 x 10.8 x 6.4cm).
Lot: 321 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Three resting on gilt bracket feet, and each with hinged lid, one decorated with Egyptian figures, wisteria, irises, and cherry blossoms, another with pheasants amidst peonies and other flowers, another a songbird with irises, and one with a scene featuring Mount Fuji, scrolls, and a screen, each decoratively banded with blossoms or a repeating pattern, and three with gilded interiors engraved with various scenes, one with enameled interior. The pheasant and peony example marked with Inaba workshop mark. Greatest measurement 4.75 x 4 x 2.5 inches (12.1 x 10.2 x 6.4cm).
Lot: 322 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of one decorated with blossoming trees, flowers and songbirds, another with blossoming trees, irises, and butterflies in a cartouche, two with exotic birds in a cartouche as shown, each banded with various flowers, varicolored flower heads, and repeating patterns, the interior of each gilded, three engraved with various scenes including one of Mount Fuji and another of a man running in a storm. Greatest size, 3.5 x 3 x 1.75 inches (8.9 x 7.6 x 4.4cm).
Lot: 323 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, two hinged lids decorated with exotic birds, another with pheasants nestled amidst blossoms, and one with blossoming trees, flowers including irises, and songbirds. Two boxes' sides banded with repeating patterns and the remaining boxes with sides banded with varicolored flower heads. Each interior gilded and engraved with various scenes. Each measuring 4.75 x 4 x 2.25 inches (12.1 x 10.2 x 5.7cm).
Lot: 324 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, one hinged lid decorated with flowers, blossoming trees, songbirds, and butterflies, another hinged lid with chrysanthemums and bamboo in a cartouche, and the final two with exotic birds in cartouches. Each banded with repeating patterns, some with flowers. Each with interior gilding and engraved scenes. Two marked on underside with Inaba mark. Greatest measurement 4.75 x 3.75 x 2 inches (12.1 x 9.5 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 325 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, and each with hinged lid, one decorated with dragon with goldstone ground, another with exotic bird, one with blossoming tree and flowers, and another with hydrangea flowers, three with sides banded with repeating patterns, each interior gilded and engraved with various scenes, and the dragon example marked with unidentified maker's mark. Greatest measurement 4.25 x 3.5 x 2 inches (10.8 x 8.9 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 326 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Two resting on gilt bracket feet, three with hinged lids, one with fitted lid, the lids decorated with various imagery as shown including a dragon, an exotic bird and butterflies, blossoming flowers, and a moth with flowers. The sides banded in conforming patterns. The interior of one gilded with engraved bamboo and songbirds, and one box lined in teak wood. Greatest measurement 4.75 x 3.25 x 2 inches (12.1 x 8.6 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 327 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, each with hinged lid, one decorated with cranes, bamboo, and flowers on green ground, three with songbirds, flowers, and blossoming trees of which two have yellow ground, two banded with varicolored flower heads, and the other two with repeating patterns, the interior of each gilded with engraved scenes. Each measuring 4.75 x 3.75 x 2 inches (12.1 x 9.5 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 328 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. One resting on gilt bracket feet, and another resting on gilt ball feet. Each with hinged lid. Two decorated with a pheasant among cherry blossoms, one of which has a blue goldstone flecked ground, and two decorated with lotus flowers and scrolling vine motifs. Each with decorative banding of flower heads or repeating patterns. One pheasant example with Inaba workshop mark on gilt interior, two with interiors lined with teak, and one with unadorned gilt interior. Greatest measurement 5.5 x 3.25 x 2.25 inches (14.0 x 8.3 x 5.7cm).
Lot: 329 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of each decorated with various images including exotic and songbirds, blossoming flowers and butterflies as shown, each banded with flowers and repeating patterns, the interior of each gilded, three engraved with songbirds and bamboo, the last engraved with Mount Fuji and a temple. Greatest size, 3.75 x 3 x 1.75 inches (9.5 x 7.6 x 4.4cm).
Lot: 330 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Two resting on gilt bracket feet, the two hinged lid examples with flowers and songbirds, one fitted lid example with a dragon, another rectangular with rounded corners decorated with sailing boats and Mount Fuji with a goldstone flecked sky. Three boxes with decorative banded sides. Two with gilded interiors, one carved with a scene, and two examples with enameled interior. Greatest dimensions 4.75 x 3.5 x 1.75 inches (12.1 x 8.9 x 4.4cm).
Lot: 331 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lids decorated with flowers, butterflies, and songbirds, each with decorative banding on the side including one example with repeating pattern, the interior of each gilded and engraved with various scenes including Mount Fuji. Each measuring 4.75 x 3.75 x 2 inches (12.1 x 9.5 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 332 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely enameled Japanese cloisonne enamel boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet with hinged lids. One decorated with pheasants and songbirds amongst cherry blossoms, another with dragon, one with songbirds amidst wisteria and irises, and one with wisteria and other flowers in an intricately patterned design. Each with decoratively banded sides including blossoming trees and repeating patterns, one with lock. The interiors of each gilded and engraved with various scenes including Mount Fuji. The example with pheasants and cherry blossoms marked with Inaba workshop mark on underside. Greatest measurement 4.5 x 4 x 2 inches (11.4 x 10.2 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 333 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, INABA, MEIJI. Comprising four finely enameled boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of each with blossoming flowers and trees, butterflies and birds, as shown. The sides banded in varicolored flower heads, the interior of each gilded and engraved with various scenes including Mount Fuji, and the underside of each with the mark of Inaba workshop. Greatest measurement 4.25 x 3.5 x 2 inches (10.8 x 8.9 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 334 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. One resting on 6 raised feet and three resting on gilt bracket feet, the hinged lid of each decorated with various images including exotic and songbirds, blossoming flowers and butterflies as shown, each banded with flowers and repeating patterns, the interior of each gilded, two engraved with scenes, and three marked on underside with Inaba workshop mark, including footed example. Greatest size, 4.25 x 3.5 x 2.25 inches (10.8 x 8.9 x 5.7cm).
Lot: 335 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising four finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. Each resting on gilt bracket feet, each with hinged lid, one decorated with a dragon and swirling clouds, another with songbirds and blossoming trees in a dark blue goldstone flecked ground cartouche, one with an exotic bird and butterflies surrounded by cherry blossoms, flowers, and goldstone decorations, and another with a songbird amidst flowers and blossoming branches in a cartouche with light blue ground. The sides of three boxes banded with repeating patterns and the last with varicolored flower heads. The interior of each gilded and three engraved with various scenes. Greatest size 4.75 x 4 x 2.25 inches (12.1 x 10.2 x 5.7cm).
Lot: 336 - 6 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
6 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising six fine Japanese cloisonne enamel trinket boxes of varying shapes and sizes as shown, Meiji. The examples include two round boxes, two oval boxes, one diamond box, and one hexagonal box. Each elaborately enameled with motifs including Mount Fuji, a dragon in a goldstone flecked cartouche, flowers including wisteria and scrolling vines among others as shown. Three with enamel interiors, two with gilded interiors, and one fabric lined. Greatest measurement, diameter 4 inches (10.2cm), height 2.5 inches (6.4cm).
Lot: 337 - 5 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI.
5 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising five small finely cloisonne enameled Japanese boxes, Meiji. One resting on gilt bracket feet, each with fitted lid decorated with various dragons, butterflies, birds, flowers, and others as shown, two with gilded interior, and three with enameled interior. Greatest measurement 4 x 2.75 x 2 inches (10.2 x 7.0 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 338 - 4 JAPANESE ENAMELED BOXES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE ENAMELED BOXES, MEIJI. Comprising 4 Japanese Ginbari and Tomei-Jippo cloisonne enamel boxes, Meiji. One in white with pink peony decoration with fitted lid and velvet lining, marked on underside with Ando sticker. One in green with bamboo decoration, hinged lid and gilded interior, marked with Inaba Kyoto workshop mark. Two in red with fitted lids, one decorated with flowers and songbird, the other with engraved dragon beneath translucent red enamel, the interiors fabric lined. Greatest measurement 5.5 x 3.75 x 2 inches (14.0 x 9.5 x 5.1cm).
Lot: 339 - ASAIN CLOISONNE ENAMEL GROUP.
ASAIN CLOISONNE ENAMEL GROUP. Comprising 6 individual Chinese, Japanese, and Korean enameled wares. Including a Korean marked 990% silver bottle-form vase in translucent blue enamel over a guilloche ground and decorated with peaches. Together with a Japanese miniature Tsuiki-Jippo floral decorated enamel vase, a small Japanese ginbari enameled cover box, the fitted lid with dragon and overall in translucent red enamel of gold foil flowers, a large Chinese rectangular enamel painted box decorated with flowers and songbird, and a pair of Chinese wood-lined rectangular enameled cigarette boxes, one with harbor scene, the other with blossoming flower, both in raised relief and both marked on underside of base CHINA. Greatest measurement (vase) height 7.4 inches (18.8cm).
Lot: 340 - JAPANESE CLOISONNE, MEIJI.
JAPANESE CLOISONNE, MEIJI. Comprising a large and impressive round cloisonne charger with two warriors and attendant in a snowy landscape, diameter 14.25 inches (36.2cm). Together with a very fine Japanese cloisonne tray of rectangular form with rounded corners, the interior decorated with lilies and the border banded with scrolling foliage, length 14.5 inches (36.8cm).
Lot: 341 - CHINESE AND JAPANESE CLOISONNE.
CHINESE AND JAPANESE CLOISONNE. Comprising four individual pieces, including a very fine Chinese dragon bowl, the interior finely decorated with fish, crabs, and shrimp, the sides banded with dragons chasing the pearl of wisdom and resting on a gilt ring foot, diameter 12 inches (30.5cm). Together with a Chinese plate, at center a foo lion, and another plate decorated with cranes and with gilt scalloped rim, and a fine enameled dragon plate as shown.
Lot: 342 - JAPANESE CLOISONNE PLATES, MEIJI.
JAPANESE CLOISONNE PLATES, MEIJI. Comprising a matching pair, each decorated with wisteria, diameter of each 9.75 inches (24.8cm), and a larger example decorated with a floral bouquet and the underside with fish-scale pattern and maker's mark, diameter 11.75 inches (29.8cm).
Lot: 343 - 4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE PLATES, MEIJI.
4 JAPANESE CLOISONNE PLATES, MEIJI. Comprising two large examples with scalloped rims, the cavetto of one with a dragon, the other with a phoenix, diameter of each 12 inches (30.5cm). Together with two other examples of similar size, each decorated with floral bouquets and butterflies, diameter of each 9.5 inches (24.1cm).
Lot: 344 - FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE TEA SERVICE.
FINE JAPANESE CLOISONNE TEA SERVICE. Comprising an eleven-piece matching cloisonne tea service including a teapot, covered sugar, creamer, and four cups with matching saucers, height of teapot 6.5 inches (16.5cm). Together with two similarly decorated footed vases as shown.
Lot: 345 - 10 PCS JAPANESE CLOISONNE, MEIJI.
10 PCS JAPANESE CLOISONNE, MEIJI. Comprising a good group of ten individual Japanese cloisonne Meiji period pieces, including seven teapots, a covered sugar, covered creamer, and teacup as shown. Greatest height 7 inches (17.8cm).
Lot: 346 - 12 PIECES OF ASIAN SILVER AND ENAMEL.
12 PIECES OF ASIAN SILVER AND ENAMEL. Comprising a good group of varied silver and enamel wares, including a sterling Korean blue enamel teapot with matching cups, saucers, and vase. Each marked sterling. Two sets of matching silver and enamel round covered boxes with Chinese silver marks, and a large 99% silver oval covered enamel box and a large round 99% silver covered enamel box. Greatest height 8.25 inches (21cm). Greatest length 7.5 inches (19cm). Total weight 2600 grams.
Lot: 347 - 4 PAIRS OF CHINESE CLOISONNE VASES.
4 PAIRS OF CHINESE CLOISONNE VASES. Comprising four matching pairs of Chinese cloisonne enamel vases, including a very fine pair of tapering four-sided examples, each panel finely enameled with a mountainous landscape and resting on conforming carved wood stands, height on stands 13 inches (33cm). Together with a larger matching pair decorated with cranes amidst blossoming foliage, a pair of matching bottle-form vases with gilding, and another smaller pair as shown.
Lot: 348 - 10 PIECES OF JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL, MEIJI.
10 PIECES OF JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL, MEIJI. Comprising 15 individual Japanese cloisonne enamel pieces, including a large and impressive 6-panel vase decorated with dragons and exotic birds amidst florals, height 14.5 inches (37cm), a pair of matching vases with songbirds on flowering branches in a landscape against a robin's egg blue ground, height 12 inches (30cm), another pair of smaller matching vases, a large finely decorated bottle-form dragon vase against a goldstone-fleck ground, an iris-decorated vase also on goldstone-fleck ground, a footed covered jar with butterflies, and two other vases as shown.
Lot: 349 - 12 JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL VASE, MEIJI.
12 JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL VASE, MEIJI. Comprising 12 individual Japanese cloisonne enamel vases, including three matching pairs, a very fine iris-decorated vase, and a large bulbous-form vase with songbirds amidst blossoming tree branches, signed on underside of base DEAKIN BROS. & Co. JAPAN. Greatest height 7.3 inches (18.5cm).
Lot: 350 - 15 ASIAN ENAMEL VASES & OBJECTS.
15 ASIAN ENAMEL VASES & OBJECTS. Comprising 15 individual pieces, including a large Chinese cloisonne enamel vase decorated with plums and grapes on a black ground, three matching sets of vases as shown, two cloisonne enamel bottles, an enamel dog, a melon-shaped paneled tea caddy, a pair of Japanese chased silver-gilt and lacquer-decorated bronze vases, and a small Sino-Tibetan yellow porcelain teapot with metal frame. Greatest height 15.25 inches (28.5cm).
Lot: 351 - PR LARGE JAPANESE CLOISONNE VASES, MEIJI.
PR LARGE JAPANESE CLOISONNE VASES, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of large and impressive Japanese cloisonne vases, Meiji. Each decorated with opposing roosters, flowers, and doves. Some losses to one. Height 18 inches (45.7cm).
Lot: 352 - 3 LARGE JAPANESE ENAMEL VASES.
3 LARGE JAPANESE ENAMEL VASES. Comprising a matching pair of floral-decorated flared vases in Yusen-jippo and musen enamel, the underside with the Ando factory mark, height 11.25 inches (28.6cm). Together with an impressive yellow enameled vase with a colorful and detailed peacock, height 14.4 inches (36.6cm).
Lot: 353 - JAPANESE MUSEN ENAMEL GROUP.
JAPANESE MUSEN ENAMEL GROUP. Comprising 9 Japanese Musen enamel vases and boxes as shown, two with Ando factory marks, one with Sato mark. Together with a plique-a-jour vase as shown. Greatest height 7.5 inches (19.1cm).
Lot: 354 - 5 PR MATCHING JAPANESE VASES.
5 PR MATCHING JAPANESE VASES. Comprising 5 matching pairs of Japanese cloisonne vases, of various sizes, shapes, and decoration as shown. Greatest height 9.75 inches (24.8cm).
Lot: 355 - 12 JAPANESE MUSEN CLOISONNE VASES.
12 JAPANESE MUSEN CLOISONNE VASES. Comprising five matching pairs and two solos as shown, with various decorative motifs including flowers, bamboo, mountain landscapes, goldfish, and a rooster. Greatest height 7.25 inches (18.4cm).
Lot: 356 - PR MASSIVE CHINESE CARVED JADE URNS.
PR MASSIVE CHINESE CARVED JADE URNS. Comprising a large and impressive pair of carved spinach jade lidded vessels or urns. Each of cylindrical form, resting on four equally spaced foo lion legs, both sides with relief carved seated Buddhas on lotus thrones, the rim set with mask ring handles, and the fitted lid with censer style finial, surmounted by a coiled dragon. Height of each 19.75 inches (50.2cm).
Lot: 357 - 2 CHINESE CARVED JADE FIGURES.
2 CHINESE CARVED JADE FIGURES. Comprising two finely carved jade figures, one depicting a seated Guanyin, the other a male figure holding a foo lion beneath bats. Both finely carved in full round, with deep folds and flowing robes. Greatest height 6.5 inches (16.5cm).
Lot: 358 - CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE.
CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE. Comprising a spinach jade carved screen with carved bas-relief exotic bird set in a pierced carved wood stand, overall height 12.5 inches (32cm). Together with a carved hardstone shrine. The base with a Lónggui (dragon turtle) upon which rests a shrine with central reticulated medallion carved with good luck symbols, and above a seated Buddha within a flaming mandorla and resting on conforming pierced carved stand. Overall height 12 inches (30.5cm).
Lot: 359 - GROUP OF CHINESE CARVED SEALS & MORE.
GROUP OF CHINESE CARVED SEALS & MORE. Comprising three Shoushan carved seals, one modeled as a scholar's stone with relief-carved village landscape, and two carved as bamboo shoots, both surmounted with beetles, each in a conforming custom-made box. Each seal carved on underside. Greatest height of seal alone 2.8 inches (6.6cm). Together with a carved ebony inkstone box, the fitted lid with relief-carved opposing dragons and a flaming pearl. The box 11 x 6.25 x 2.75 inches (27.5 x 16 x 7cm).
Lot: 360 - EXCEPTIONAL CHINESE CARVED JADE FIGURAL GROUPING.
EXCEPTIONAL CHINESE CARVED JADE FIGURAL GROUPING. Comprising a very finely carved jade figural grouping depicting the Five Heavenly Maidens. Finely carved in full round with realistically carved facial features, deep folds, and flowing robes, resting on a conforming pierced carved wood stand. Overall height including stand 8.25 inches (21cm).
Lot: 361 - FINE CHINESE CARVED JADE BASKET VASE.
FINE CHINESE CARVED JADE BASKET VASE. Comprising a finely carved jade basket-form vase resting on a sea turtle, with scuttling crabs, resting on a conforming wood stand with wire inlay. Greatest height including stand 8 inches (20.3cm).
Lot: 362 - CHINESE CARVED JADE BUDDHA HAND.
CHINESE CARVED JADE BUDDHA HAND. Finely and deeply carved in full round with stippled surface and the interior with an emerging Buddha head. Height 10 inches (25.4cm).
Lot: 363 - TWO CARVED JADE GUANYIN FIGURES.
TWO CARVED JADE GUANYIN FIGURES. Comprising two carved spinach jade standing Guanyin figures, both carved in full round, of good anatomy and proportions, and with flowing robes, each standing on an integral double lotus throne and each on a conforming wood stand. Greatest height including stand 12.25 inches (31.1cm).
Lot: 364 - JAPANESE BRONZE FIGURAL GROUP, MEIJI.
JAPANESE BRONZE FIGURAL GROUP, MEIJI. Comprising an interesting patinated bronze figural grouping of the long-legged mythological figure Ashinaga seated on a rocky outcrop along the shore, and next to him the long-armed Tenaga raising a bowl above his head. Finely sculpted in full round with good details. Ashinaga and Tenaga are a famous duo of Yokai from Japanese folklore, representing teamwork. Ashinaga, with his long legs, carries Tenaga into the sea, allowing him to use his long sweeping arms to catch fish. A scarce and unique offering. Height 21 inches (53.3cm).
Lot: 365 - PAIR OF BRONZE JAPANESE ONI, MEIJI.
PAIR OF BRONZE JAPANESE ONI, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of finely sculpted patinated bronze standing Oni figures, each depicted atop a boulder and holding a plant-form bowl in outstretched arms. Height 10.75 inches (27.5cm).
Lot: 366 - LARGE JAPANESE BRONZE KORO, MEIJI.
LARGE JAPANESE BRONZE KORO, MEIJI. Comprising a large and impressive patinated bronze Koro, Meiji, the base with three figures supporting the large urn, decorated in high relief with songbirds in a landscape, with pierced rim and pierced vent cap, with foo lion finial. Height 40 inches (101.6cm).
Lot: 367 - IMPRESSIVE JAPANESE BRONZE KORO, MEIJI.
IMPRESSIVE JAPANESE BRONZE KORO, MEIJI. Comprising a large and finely cast patinated bronze koro, with large loop handles. The fitted cover with finely sculpted foo lion finial and resting on a conforming carved wood stand, as shown. Height of bronze koro itself 28 inches (71.1cm). Overall height on stand 50.5 inches (128.3cm).
Lot: 368 - A JAPANESE BRONZE DRAGON VASE, MEIJI.
A JAPANESE BRONZE DRAGON VASE, MEIJI. Of bulbous form with flared rim, the base masterfully sculpted with a dragon above crashing waves, and the neck banded with blossoming trees and an exotic bird. Height 21.75 inches (55.2cm).
Lot: 369 - CHINESE GILT BRONZE VASE, QING.
CHINESE GILT BRONZE VASE, QING. Comprising a large, impressive, and finely sculpted slightly tapering cylindrical form footed gilt bronze vase, Qing Dynasty. Each side depicting different scenes rendered in bas-relief, one side depicting a dragon in the clouds above the ocean, the other side depicting a phoenix amidst the clouds and below two galloping Qilin. Finely cast and with chased detailing, the neck banded in flowers, and the base banded in lotus leaves, the underside of base with archaic raised mark. Height 17.25 inches (43.8cm).
Lot: 370 - A JAPANESE BRONZE EAGLE.
A JAPANESE BRONZE EAGLE. Comprising a large and impressive Japanese silvered bronze spread-wing eagle, perched on a pine tree stump, signed on verso. Height 16.5 inches (41.9cm).
Lot: 371 - 3 CHINESE BRONZE SCULPTURES.
3 CHINESE BRONZE SCULPTURES. Comprising three patinated bronze sculptures, each finely modeled in full round with excellent detailing throughout. Including a large and impressive warrior, a seated scholar, and a standing scholar. Greatest height 14.5 inches (36.8cm).
Lot: 372 - JAPANESE BRONZE ELEPHANT & TIGERS, MEIJI.
JAPANESE BRONZE ELEPHANT & TIGERS, MEIJI. Comprising a large and impressive finely sculpted patinated bronze figure of a bull elephant being attacked by tigers and with carved ivory tusks. Signed on underside of elephant and resting on a conforming carved wood base. Height 20.5 inches (52cm), overall height including base 22 inches (56cm), width of base 24 inches (61cm).
Lot: 373 - EXCEPTIONAL CHINESE CARVED GROUPING.
EXCEPTIONAL CHINESE CARVED GROUPING. Comprising a large and impressive, one-of-a-kind exceptionally carved one-of-a-kind figural grouping. Depicting a mountainous temple scene with carved lush foliage, a rearing horse, and a figure of the Buddhist deity Mahakala, and above the temple and descending from the heavens on an exotic bird, a female deity with a trailing entourage of soldiers amidst clouds and doves, terminating at a heavenly temple. Resting on a conforming carved wood stand. Height 20.5 inches (52cm). Stunning! NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 374 - MONUMENTAL CHINESE CARVED EMPRESS.
MONUMENTAL CHINESE CARVED EMPRESS. Comprising a large and impressive finely carved figure of an empress carved in full round, in high relief, the face realistically carved with ornate tinted coiffure and headpiece, and holding a ruyi scepter, resting on a conforming pierced carved wood stand. Overall height with stand 30 inches (76cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 375 - PAIR OF ASIAN CARVED IVORY FIGURAL GROUPINGS, C. 1900.
PAIR OF ASIAN CARVED IVORY FIGURAL GROUPINGS, C. 1900. Comprising a Chinese carved ivory grouping of three maidens beneath a tree and resting on a conforming pierced carved wood stand, signed on underside of base. Together with a Japanese carved ivory figural group of a woman playing a flute with a young attendant and resting beneath a tree. Both finely carved in full round and both signed on base. Greatest height 10.8 inches (27.5cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 376 - SPECTACULAR CHINESE CARVED FLORAL BOUQUET.
SPECTACULAR CHINESE CARVED FLORAL BOUQUET. Comprising a large and impressive realistically carved floral bouquet in wicker basket depicting various botanical forms and songbirds. Resting on a custom carved wood stand. Overall, including stand, height 12.75 inches (32.5cm), width 14 inches (36cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 377 - CHINESE CARVED IVORY EMPEROR & EMPRESS, QIANG.
CHINESE CARVED IVORY EMPEROR & EMPRESS, QIANG. Finely and intricately carved, of good anatomy and proportions, resting on pierced carved dragon thrones and set on matching pierced carved wood stands. Greatest height including base 6.25 inches (15.9cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 378 - 3 FINE JAPANESE CARVED IVORY OKIMONO, MEIJI.
3 FINE JAPANESE CARVED IVORY OKIMONO, MEIJI. Comprising three finely carved and artist-signed street merchants depicting a basket seller, a street performer with mask and monkey, and another vendor holding a gourd. Each carved in full round with fine detailing throughout, polychrome highlights, and each signed. Greatest height 6 inches (15cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 379 - CHINESE CARVED EIGHT IMMORTALS.
CHINESE CARVED EIGHT IMMORTALS. Comprising a good and finely carved set of the Eight Immortals, each finely carved in full round of good proportions and anatomy, with deeply carved flowing robes and each holding their attribute. Each resting on a pierced carved cloud-form wood stand and accompanied by a custom fitted and padded case. Each figure on stand approximately 10.25 inches (26cm). Box measures 32.25 x 13.5 x 5.75 inches (81.9 x 34.3 x 14.6cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 380 - CHINESE JIAN HARES FUR TEA BOWL, SONG DYNASTY.
CHINESE JIAN HARES FUR TEA BOWL, SONG DYNASTY. Of conical form, covered with a lustrous glaze streaked with blueish silver ‘Hare's Fur' on the interior and exterior, where the glaze ends in a thick line above the exposed brown ware foot. Diameter 4.25 inches (11cm), together with custom fitted box measuring 7 x 6.25 x 4.5 inches (17.8 x 15.9 x 11.4cm). Provenance: Diane Genre Oriental Art & Antiques, Inc., New Orleans, LA, where acquired by the consignor's husband in 1988. Accompanied by the original invoice dated 9/28/88.
Lot: 381 - 3 CHINESE PORCELAIN WARES.
3 CHINESE PORCELAIN WARES. Comprising a Jun ware sunflower brush washer in custom fitted wood box, diameter 7 inches (18cm), a larger lotus-form footed Jun ware bowl, diameter 10 inches (25cm), and a peach bloom glazed amphora-style vase in holder. The underside with blue underglaze Qianlong six-character mark. Height 7 inches (17.5cm).
Lot: 382 - CHINESE CERAMICS GROUP.
CHINESE CERAMICS GROUP. Comprising three partially glazed vessels, including a jug with lug handles and raised decoration, a large Ming-style incised baluster-form jug with dark brown glaze, and a carved celadon-glazed footed vase as shown. Greatest height 11.25 inches (28.6cm).
Lot: 383 - PR CHINESE PORCELAIN VESSELS.
PR CHINESE PORCELAIN VESSELS. Comprising a finely decorated baluster-form vase with carved gilt surface, the sides with two finely painted landscapes within circular reserves, raised gilt bats, and a gilt ruyi scepter. The underside with red archaic mark. Height 13.5 inches (34cm). Together with a blue and white decorated jar, as shown. Height 9 inches (23cm).
Lot: 384 - PR CHINESE BLUE AND WHITE EWERS.
PR CHINESE BLUE AND WHITE EWERS. Both of traditional form, the largest overall decorated with a floral pattern and the smaller example with "Three Fruits" motif, and both with fitted covers as shown. Greatest height 14 inches (35.6cm).
Lot: 385 - PR CHINESE BLUE AND WHITE VASES.
PR CHINESE BLUE AND WHITE VASES. Comprising a large and impressive Chinese blue and white flattened dragon vase with flared rim and tapering neck, marked on collar in Chinese characters. Height 17.5 inches (44.5cm), width 13 inches (33cm). Together with a Chinese blue and white flared rim vase with lotus scroll and ruyi ribbon handles, underside with 6-character blue underglaze mark of the Guangxu period of the Qing dynasty. Height 15 inches (38.1cm), width 11 inches (27.9cm).
Lot: 386 - PR CHINESE BLUE AND WHITE CHARGERS.
PR CHINESE BLUE AND WHITE CHARGERS. Comprising a large and impressive dragon decorated charger with foliate rim, together with another charger, the cavetto decorated with immortals playing the game Go and banded with floral decoration on the interior and exterior of rim. Greatest diameter 17.5 inches (44.5cm).
Lot: 387 - IMPRESSIVE CHINESE GLAZED CHARGER.
IMPRESSIVE CHINESE GLAZED CHARGER. Comprising a large and impressive colorfully glazed ceramic charger, the cavetto with a highly detailed relief dragon surrounded by bats on a yellow ground, the border banded with ocean waves and aquatic dragons, and the rim scalloped. The underside with impressed seal. Diameter 16.5 inches (41.9cm).
Lot: 388 - CHINESE CARVED JADE AND HARDSTONE.
CHINESE CARVED JADE AND HARDSTONE. Comprising three individual pieces including a carved spinach jade group depicting a maiden, a child, and cranes, a carved hardstone figure of Guanyin on a lucite base, and a carved jade figure of an old man with basket and gourd on a conforming wood stand. Greatest height 12.5 inches (31.8cm).
Lot: 389 - MASSIVE CARVED JADE LIDDED URNS.
MASSIVE CARVED JADE LIDDED URNS. Comprising a pair of Chinese carved jade lidded urns of traditional form, the surface carved with various creatures and foliage, the shoulders set with blossoming handles, and the fitted lids with foo lion finials. Each resting on a matching conforming wood stand. Overall height on stand 24.75 inches (62.9cm).
Lot: 390 - 5 CHINESE CARVED JADE FIGURES.
5 CHINESE CARVED JADE FIGURES. Comprising a good group of jade carved figures, including maidens and Guanyin, as well as a young woman being presented to an elder, each carved in full round with deep folds and flowing robes, three on conforming wood stands. Greatest height including stand 8 inches (20.3cm).
Lot: 391 - 4 CHINESE CARVED JADE GROUPS.
4 CHINESE CARVED JADE GROUPS. Comprising four finely carved Chinese jade groupings, including a large, finely pierced carved jade figural grouping depicting two celestial female deities above a mountainous landscape, resting on a conforming wood stand; a carved jade figure above a covered vessel on a conforming wood stand; a carved figure of a man holding fan on a conforming wood stand; and a carved jade figure of Buddha with dragon and foo lion. Greatest height including conforming wood stand 7.75 inches (19.7cm).
Lot: 392 - GOOD CHINESE CARVED AGATE GROUP.
GOOD CHINESE CARVED AGATE GROUP. Comprising four finely carved agate pieces, including a cherry blossom bowl, a hen-form carved bowl, an elephant and panther-decorated libation cup on wood stand, and a carved basket with two cats. Greatest measurement 6 inches (15.2cm).
Lot: 393 - CHINESE CARVED CORAL GUANYIN & CHILD.
CHINESE CARVED CORAL GUANYIN & CHILD. Comprising an exceptional, finely carved pink coral figure of Guanyin and child. Carved in full round, of good anatomy, exacting details and proportions, with deeply carved folds and flowing robes, Guanyin holds a basket of flowers and a fan and wears a phoenix headpiece, while the delighted child at her feet holds a bouquet of roses. Set on a later carved wood stand. Height of carved coral figure alone 7.6 inches (19.4cm). Overall on stand 9.25 inches (23.5cm).
Lot: 394 - VERY FINE CHINESE CARVED CORAL MAIDEN.
VERY FINE CHINESE CARVED CORAL MAIDEN. Comprising a finely carved coral maiden holding a lantern, with deeply carved flowing robes and ornate coiffure, standing next to a blossoming trunk upon which rests a bird, and set on a conforming wood base. Height of coral figure alone 6.25 inches (16cm). Overall on stand 7.25 inches (18.5cm).
Lot: 395 - THREE CHINESE CARVED CORAL FIGURES.
THREE CHINESE CARVED CORAL FIGURES. Comprising a carved coral figure of Guanyin and a maiden. Both carved in full round, of good proportions and anatomy, with deeply carved folds and flowing robes, each on a conforming carved wood stand. Together with a carved coral smiling Buddha with umbrella. Greatest height on stand 5.1 inches (13cm).
Lot: 396 - CHINESE CARVED ROCK CRYSTAL GROUP.
CHINESE CARVED ROCK CRYSTAL GROUP. Comprising four finely carved rock crystal figures of Guanyin. Two Guanyin figures standing with flowing robes and holding a ruyi scepter, carved in full round with a lotus leaf surrounding her back. Another Guanyin in the mudra of patience pose. And a seated Guanyin in meditative pose as shown. Together with a carved seated Buddha in meditative pose as shown. Greatest height including stand 9.5 inches (24.1cm).
Lot: 397 - 6 CARVED LAPIS LAZULI BEARS.
6 CARVED LAPIS LAZULI BEARS. Comprising a great group of six individual carved lapis lazuli bears as shown, each finely carved with good detail. Greatest height 7.25 inches (18.4cm).
Lot: 398 - 7 CHINESE CARVED AGATE FIGURES.
7 CHINESE CARVED AGATE FIGURES. Comprising a good group of seven finely carved agate figures, including Guanyin, Buddha, and a maiden, each carved in full round with flowing robes and good detail, four on conforming wood stands as shown. Greatest height on stand 9.25 inches (23.5cm).
Lot: 399 - 7 CHINESE CARVED MALACHITE FIGURES.
7 CHINESE CARVED MALACHITE FIGURES. Comprising seven individually carved Chinese malachite figures depicting various Buddhistic deities and figures. Each carved in full round with flowing robes and good detail, including a figure of Guanyin riding a foo lion, and others as shown. Five with conforming wood stands. Greatest height 6.1 inches (15.5cm).
Lot: 400 - TWO VERY FINE CARVED IVORY OKIMONO, MEIJI.
TWO VERY FINE CARVED IVORY OKIMONO, MEIJI. Comprising two finely and realistically carved ivory okimono, each carved in full round with excellent detailing throughout and of good anatomy and proportions, including a fisherman standing on shore with crashing waves and holding a net; and a father holding a child and with fish on his belt, the boy missing left hand. Both signed on underside of base. Greatest height 6 inches (15cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 401 - PAIR OF CARVED ASIAN FIGURES, C. 1900.
PAIR OF CARVED ASIAN FIGURES, C. 1900. Comprising a finely carved Japanese ivory maiden holding a peony blossom, finely and realistically carved in full round with deeply carved folds and tinted coiffure, and resting on a carved wood stand. Together with a very finely carved bone or ivory figure of a standing Guanyin, finely carved in full round with intricate detailing throughout. Greatest height 11.6 inches (32cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 402 - PAIR OF FINELY CARVED JAPANESE OKIMONO.
PAIR OF FINELY CARVED JAPANESE OKIMONO. Comprising a pair of finely carved Japanese okimono fisherman, Meiji. Both exceedingly well carved in full round of good proportions and anatomy. Both holding pierced carved nets and standing along the shore, and each with etching and tinted details, and one with inlays. Both signed on underside of base. Greatest height 8 inches (20.3cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 403 - INTERESTING CARVED JAPANESE OKIMONO, MEIJI.
INTERESTING CARVED JAPANESE OKIMONO, MEIJI. Comprising an exceedingly well carved figure wearing armor, hip-mounted sword, and carrying various other utensils as shown. Finely carved in full round, of good anatomy and proportions, as well as etched and tinted details, and signed on underside of base. Height 9.25 inches (24cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 404 - CHINESE CARVED LOHAN.
CHINESE CARVED LOHAN. Comprising a large and impressive Chinese carved Lohan or scholar holding a staff and budding branch. Carved in full round with deep folds and with etched and tinted detailing. Height 12.25 inches (31.1cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 405 - CHINESE CARVED FIGURAL GROUPING.
CHINESE CARVED FIGURAL GROUPING. Comprising a group of seven finely carved ivory etched and tinted figures displayed on a wire-inlaid rosewood bridge-form stand. Length of stand 12.25 inches (31.1cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 406 - 7 CARVED IVORY IMMORTALS.
7 CARVED IVORY IMMORTALS. Each carved in full round, of good proportions and anatomy, with deeply carved folds and flowing beards. Each approximately 6.1 inches (15.5cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 407 - PR JAPANESE CARVED OKIMONO.
PR JAPANESE CARVED OKIMONO. Comprising a finely carved figure of a man holding a recently harvested pumpkin, carved in full round with etched details, together with a young boy holding a basket and staff, also with tinted etched details. Greatest height 6 inches (15.2cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 408 - 3 ASIAN CARVED FIGURES.
3 ASIAN CARVED FIGURES. Comprising a good 19th century finely carved figure holding a basket over their head from which protrudes rising smoke or flowers. The hem of garment deeply carved with florals and the open mouth with individually carved teeth. Overall of good proportions and anatomy, carved in full round and resting on an ebonized wood base. Together with a Chinese carved blossoming flower with dragonfly and two birds at the base, and an Indian finely carved figure of an elephant with driver and passenger within an ornate draped howdah. Greatest height 8.25 inches (21cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 409 - IMPRESSIVE CHINESE CARVED IVORY GROUPING.
IMPRESSIVE CHINESE CARVED IVORY GROUPING. Comprising a finely carved emperor with attendants set on a raised laminated platform. Each figure exquisitely carved in full round. Of good anatomy and proportions. The clothing intricately carved, and with tinted details. Height 15.75 inches (40cm), width of base 15 inches (38.1cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 410 - 6 JAPANESE CARVED IVORY OKIMONO, MEIJI.
6 JAPANESE CARVED IVORY OKIMONO, MEIJI. Comprising six finely carved Japanese ivory okimono, Meiji, including a woman with children and a baby and holding a hat, signed on base; a man with a hoe holding a bird, also signed; a standing street vendor holding a fan, signed on base; and two seated figures, one holding a rabbit and the other grooming a cat, both signed. Together with a carved ivory figural grouping of likely Seiobo with an attendant and foo dog, also signed on base. Each figure finely carved in full round with good detailing. Greatest height 4 inches (10cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 411 - THREE CHINESE CARVED IVORY BUDDHISTIC FIGURES.
THREE CHINESE CARVED IVORY BUDDHISTIC FIGURES. Comprising a finely carved figure of Guanyin riding a foo lion and holding a willow branch and resting on a conforming wood stand (some losses to mandorla). A carved Buddha encircled by two dragons, and another Buddha resting on a double lotus base, holding a bowl of healing nectar and embraced by a dragon. Each figure finely carved in full round with fine detailing throughout. Greatest height 8 inches (20.5cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 412 - 4 CHINESE CARVED PUZZLE BALLS.
4 CHINESE CARVED PUZZLE BALLS. Comprising four ornately carved ivory ‘puzzle' or ‘mystery' balls with dragon motifs, each resting on a figural stand, as shown. Greatest overall height on stand 9 inches (22.9cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 413 - CHINESE AND JAPANESE CARVED FIGURES.
CHINESE AND JAPANESE CARVED FIGURES. Comprising a finely carved Japanese Meiji period sword-wielding bearded figure, carved in full round, of good proportions, deep folds, and tinted etched detailing, signed on underside of base. Height 6 inches (15cm). Together with a Chinese carved Lohan, with attendant at his feet, and holding a scroll and fan, and resting on a conforming wood stand. Overall height on stand 10.5 inches (27cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 414 - FOUR INDIAN CARVED IVORY FIGURES.
FOUR INDIAN CARVED IVORY FIGURES. Comprising two finely carved figures of Shiva, a figure of Radha Krishna, and a snake charmer. Each finely carved in full round and each resting on a wood stand. Greatest height 7 inches (18cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 415 - FINELY CARVED IVORY ELEPHANT.
FINELY CARVED IVORY ELEPHANT. Comprising a finely carved bull elephant holding a broken tusk in his trunk. Carved in full round, of good anatomy and proportions, with excellent detailing, and resting on a conforming wood stand as shown. Height on stand 4.1 inches (10.4cm), overall length including stand 6.6 inches (16.8cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 416 - 3 CARVED IVORY FIGURES.
3 CARVED IVORY FIGURES. Comprising a finely carved figure of a warrior on horseback, exceptionally well carved with good anatomy and proportions, carved in full round with etched and tinted details. Together with a Japanese carved ivory okimono of a father and son with duck, and a large carved and tinted recumbent bull with figure of a young boy holding a lotus pod. Greatest measurement 8.25 inches (21cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 417 - CARVED IVORY ELEPHANTS.
CARVED IVORY ELEPHANTS. Comprising five individual pieces, including a carved ivory elephant attacking a tiger and being chased by lions, resting on a conforming wood stand; a large finely carved bull elephant on wood stand; two smaller carved ivory bull elephants on stands; and a large carved ivory paperknife with elephant and wolf handle. Greatest length 11.25 inches (28.6cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 418 - 10 CARVED IVORY OKIMONO.
10 CARVED IVORY OKIMONO. Comprising a good and diverse group, including four immortals on wood stands, a finely carved Japanese okimono of a woman holding an umbrella, signed on underside of base, two fishermen on wood stands, and three maidens, as shown. Greatest overall height on stand 9.2 inches (23.4cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 419 - 4 CARVED IVORY FIGURES.
4 CARVED IVORY FIGURES. Comprising four individually carved figures, three with carved tagua nut heads, each holding various implements, one missing a hand, and a smaller figure of a fisherman, finely carved in full round with etched and tinted details and signed on underside of base. Greatest height 5.6 inches (14.2cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 420 - 9 ASIAN & AFRICAN CARVED IVORY OBJECTS.
9 ASIAN & AFRICAN CARVED IVORY OBJECTS. Comprising two pierced carved mountainous village scenes on wood stands, a carved double clam village scene group on wood stand, a carved and etched bone screen, a carved okimono fisherman on wood stand, a carved dragon boat on wood stand, a carved cylindrical vase, a Balinese pierced bone carved totem, an African pierced carved ivory grouping of villagers under a shade tree, and an ornately carved meerschaum pipe. Greatest height 9.4 inches (24cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 421 - ASIAN CARVED ELEPHANTS AND MORE.
ASIAN CARVED ELEPHANTS AND MORE. Comprising a charming carved seven-figure elephant train. Each elephant realistically carved, the entire piece resting on a conforming wood stand. Overall length of carving 17 inches (43cm). Together with a pair of carved elephants with inlaid cabochon decorative elements, as well as two carved and etched snuff bottles as shown. NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 422 - 3 CHINESE CARVED FIGURES.
3 CHINESE CARVED FIGURES. Including a large carved ivory sleeping Lohan and two figures, one depicting Shou Lao and the other a female musician, each carved in full round and with etched and tinted details, both signed on underside of base. Greatest height 7.75 inches (19.7cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 423 - 21 CARVED IVORY ASIAN ITEMS, C. 1880-1920.
21 CARVED IVORY ASIAN ITEMS, C. 1880-1920. Comprising an interesting group of Japanese and Chinese carved ivory objects featuring 6 netsukes (including two double mask variants), a pair of matching carved foo lions on wood stands, a pair of finely carved walking dragons, a carved open mouth mask brooch, a signed demon head buckle, a hair comb, a mammoth ivory carved family of frogs, a cigarette holder, two small seated Buddhas, and others as shown. Greatest measurement 5.25 inches (13.2cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 424 - CHINESE CARVED FIGURES.
CHINESE CARVED FIGURES. Comprising four individual laminated carved figures including a warrior and three attendants as shown. Greatest height 23 inches (58.4cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 425 - CHINESE CARVED EMPEROR AND EMPRESS.
CHINESE CARVED EMPEROR AND EMPRESS. Comprising a pair of laminated and carved bone emperor and empress figures. Overall, deeply carved and tinted, the underside of base with archaic-style mark. Height of each 13.75 inches (34.9cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 426 - LARGE CARVED CHINESE GUAN YIN.
LARGE CARVED CHINESE GUAN YIN. Comprising a large and impressive finely carved and tinted laminated figure of reclining Guanyin on a raised rectangular base, as shown. Carved in full round, of good proportions, anatomy, and detailing. Height 13.25 inches (33.7cm), width 18 inches (45.7cm). NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS TO SOME STATES.
Lot: 427 - LARGE GILT BRONZE BUDDHA.
LARGE GILT BRONZE BUDDHA. Comprising a large and impressive gilt bronze Buddha with large earlobes and ornate snail hair resting on a double lotus throne, height 21.25 inches (54cm).
Lot: 428 - CHINESE GILT BRONZE BUDDHA.
CHINESE GILT BRONZE BUDDHA. Finely sculpted with deep folds and good detail, resting on a double lotus throne, height 9.75 inches (24.8cm).
Lot: 429 - PR CHINESE BRONZE LION CENSERS.
PR CHINESE BRONZE LION CENSERS. Comprising a pair of bronze gilt, polychrome, and patinated lion-form censers, each with hinged head and each measuring height 6.25 inches (15.9cm), width 6.5 inches (16.5cm).
Lot: 430 - PR CHINESE BRONZE CENSERS.
PR CHINESE BRONZE CENSERS. Comprising two good Chinese patinated bronze censers, one resting on three curved legs with scroll handles and the other on three short legs with hoop handles, the underside of each with raised marks as shown. Greatest height 6.5 inches (16.5cm), greatest diameter 6.75 inches (17cm).
Lot: 431 - PR JAPANESE BRONZE CANDLE HOLDERS, MEIJI.
PR JAPANESE BRONZE CANDLE HOLDERS, MEIJI. Comprising a pair of matching candle stands rising from a bell-form base with raised scroll decoration and incised diaper pattern ground, the stem with two stacked pierced knops beneath overhanging drip pan. Repaired. Height 13.75 inches (34.9cm).
Lot: 432 - CHINESE BRONZE CENSER.
CHINESE BRONZE CENSER. Comprising a patinated bronze yu-form censer with mask handles, the underside with raised archaic mark, height 2.75 inches (7cm), diameter 4.75 inches (12.1cm).
Lot: 433 - GOOD ASIAN BRONZE GROUP.
GOOD ASIAN BRONZE GROUP. Comprising 6 individual bronze pieces. Including an interesting patinated bronze bucket decorated with monkeys, height 8.75 inches (22.2cm), a copper Japanese yatate. A patinated bronze organic form brush washer, with bee and squirrel. A Japanese mixed metal figure of Daikokuten and Ebisu, a finely cast Indian figure of Krishna. And a finely cast bronze censer resting on three foo lion legs with phoenix handles and foo lion finial.
Lot: 434 - 5 INTERESTING MIXED METAL BUDDHISTIC FIGURES.
5 INTERESTING MIXED METAL BUDDHISTIC FIGURES. Comprising five Japanese or Chinese finely sculpted Buddhistic figures as shown. Each realistically modeled in full round with deep folds, of good proportions and anatomy, and with silver and gilt highlighting. Greatest height 3.5 inches (8.9cm).
Lot: 435 - BRONZE BUDDHA HEAD PLAQUE.
BRONZE BUDDHA HEAD PLAQUE. Comprising a very finely cast, pierced, and patinated bronze Buddha head, flat back, and designed for suspension. Height 12.25 inches (31cm).
Lot: 436 - 3 CHINESE BRONZE FIGURES.
3 CHINESE BRONZE FIGURES. Comprising three patinated bronze figures, including a Buddhist ascetic, a seated monk with scroll and teapot, and a Lohan resting on a tree trunk. Greatest height 9 inches (22.9cm).
Lot: 437 - 4 PC CHINESE BRONZE GROUP.
4 PC CHINESE BRONZE GROUP. Comprising a pair of finely cast foo lions, one with cub, a finely sculpted and finely cast figure of Zhao Gong Ming resting on a tiger, and a Buddha head seal. Greatest height 4.5 inches (11.4cm).
Lot: 438 - CHINESE BRONZE AND ENAMEL CENSER.
CHINESE BRONZE AND ENAMEL CENSER. Of traditional form, raised on three scroll feet, mounted with musicians, the sides banded in varicolored enamel vines, with stylized dragon handles, and a fitted lid with figural elephant finial. Height 14.75 inches (37.5cm).
Lot: 438A - JAPANESE SU YARI, MEIJI.
JAPANESE SU YARI, MEIJI. Comprising a good Japanese Su Yari with 20.25 inch triangular cross section blade (51.5cm), with central ridge, double edge blade, one side with deeply engraved dragon and short fuller at base. The tang is unsigned, with single hole and measuring 14.5 inches (37cm). Single seppa, bamboo wrapped wood pole with brass collar and wood saya with crepe lacquer finish. Overall length of blade including tang 34.75 inches (88cm). Overall length including pole blade and saya (assembled) 58 inches (148cm).
Lot: 438B - JAPANESE KATANA BLADE IN SHIRASAYA.
JAPANESE KATANA BLADE IN SHIRASAYA. Comprising a single edge slightly curved blade with central ridge, visible hada, unsigned tang and copper habaki. Overall length of blade (tip to end of tang) 29 inches (73.5cm). The blade length (nagasa) 23.25 inches (59cm). The tang 5.75 inches (14.5cm). Overall length of Saya 33.1 inches (84cm).
Lot: 438C - JAPANESE SWORD CANE, MEIJI.
JAPANESE SWORD CANE, MEIJI. 23 inch (58.5cm) straight single edge blade with half fuller at base and gilt copper habaki, the scabbard (saya) with crepe lacquer finish and the handle with silver cap. Overall length 30.75 inches (78cm).
Lot: 439 - JAPANESE CARVED SHODONA DISPLAY CABINET, MEIJI.
JAPANESE CARVED SHODONA DISPLAY CABINET, MEIJI. Comprising a large and impressive Japanese carved wood Shodona cabinet, late Meiji. Of traditional form with various doors, drawers, and shelves as shown. The skirt and legs heavily carved with masks and winged creatures. The corners and interior shelving carved with dragons, the back of the interior with relief carved panels, and surmounted with a large and imposing carved dragon crest. Stunning! Height 8 feet (96 inches) (243.8cm), width 65 inches (165.1cm), depth 24 inches (61.0cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 440 - CHINESE EXPORT CARVED BENCH.
CHINESE EXPORT CARVED BENCH. Comprising a large, impressive, and finely carved wood Chinese dragon bench. Resting on paw feet terminating in foo lion heads, with floral-carved skirt, carved dragon armrests, and the backrest with a high relief carved plaque depicting a Lohan riding a fish emerging from the water and flanked by two other fish carved in high relief. The crest mounted with an exquisitely carved overhanging winged dragon. Height 60.5 inches (153.7cm), width 58 inches (147.3cm), depth 24 inches (61.0cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 441 - CHINESE HIGH BACK ARMCHAIR.
CHINESE HIGH BACK ARMCHAIR. Finely crafted, of traditional form with pierced-carved backrest. Height 44.75 inches (113.7cm), width 24.75 inches (62.9cm), depth 17 inches (43.2cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 442 - PR CHINESE QING STYLE YOKE BACK OFFICIAL'S CHAIRS.
PR CHINESE QING STYLE YOKE BACK OFFICIAL'S CHAIRS. Of traditional form, with front stretcher and carved skirt. Height 42.25 inches (107.3cm), width 22 inches (55.9cm), depth 17 inches (43.2cm). LOCAL PICKUP OR 3RD PARTY SHIPPER ONLY.
Lot: 443 - LARGE CARVED WOOD BUDDHA HEAD.
LARGE CARVED WOOD BUDDHA HEAD. Comprising a large and impressive carved wood Buddha head, carved in half-round with large earlobes and snail-shell hair. Set in a deep shadow box frame. Buddha head 19.75 inches (50.2cm), overall including frame 33.25 x 25.25 inches (84.5 x 64.1cm).
Lot: 444 - CHINESE HUANGHUALI BRUSH POT.
CHINESE HUANGHUALI BRUSH POT. Of traditional form, the sides with carved inscription and characters as illustrated, height 7 inches (17.8cm), diameter 7 inches (17.8cm).
Lot: 445 - 3 CHINESE CARVED OBJECTS.
3 CHINESE CARVED OBJECTS. Comprising an impressive buffalo horn carved scholar's ornament. Finely and deeply carved overall with songbirds amidst various foliage, and the base carved as a lotus petal. Together with a carved buffalo horn libation cup as shown and a carved amber Buddha. Greatest height 10 inches (25.5cm).
Lot: 446 - ASIAN SILVER BEAKERS.
ASIAN SILVER BEAKERS. Comprising a group of 11 Asian or Asian-style silver beakers, including a large matching pair with raised dragon decoration, a matching set of four with applied lizard and spider decoration, both sets with Japanese silver and maker's marks. Together with a matching set of five engraved silver-gilt beakers engraved with bamboo branches and the sun, underside stamped .800. Greatest height 3.3 inches (8.5cm). Total weight of all 11 beakers 750 grams.
Lot: 447 - IMPRESSIVE BURMESE OR INDIAN SILVER OFFERING BOWL.
IMPRESSIVE BURMESE OR INDIAN SILVER OFFERING BOWL. Comprising a large and impressive repousse silver bowl, the sides banded with various figures making offerings, highly repousse in almost three quarters round. The base banded in repousse and chased birds and flowers, and beneath the polished rim, a band of chased florals, the underside of base with deeply chased peacock resting in a tree. Unmarked, but tests as silver. Diameter 11 inches (27.9cm), height 6.4 inches (16.3cm), total weight 1,253 grams.
Lot: 448 - 4 JAPANESE KOMAI STYLE DAMASCENED OBJECTS.
4 JAPANESE KOMAI STYLE DAMASCENED OBJECTS. Comprising four good Japanese komai-style damascene objects consisting of two boxes, a screen, and cigarette case. Including a very fine square box with rounded corners, the fitted lid decorated with inlaid silver and gold fighting roosters, the interior gilded and engraved with a view of Mt. Fuji and a maiden holding a fan. Marked on underside S.KOMAI KYOTO, width 3.3 inches (8.5cm). Together with another very fine box of rectangular form with rounded corners decorated with cranes on fitted lid and the sides with birds and flora, the underside with gilt mark of Fujii Yoshitoyo, length 4.25 inches (10.5cm). As well as a very fine four-panel folding screen. The arched panels are decorated with inlaid silver and gold wisteria, bamboo, roosters and blossoms. The verso of each panel gilded and engraved with various scenes, likely Fujii Yoshitoyo, width 7.75 inches (19.5cm), and a later cigarette case overall decorated with peacocks and temple scene, unmarked, length 4.25 inches (11cm). A good offering.
Lot: 449 - GOOD PERSIAN ENAMEL GROUP.
GOOD PERSIAN ENAMEL GROUP. Comprising nine individual pieces, including a very fine silver-gilt and cloisonne enamel lidded box, the interior brightly gilded and with Arabic maker's marks, width 6.3 inches (16cm). A silver engraved cigarette box, the hinged lid with hand-painted mother-of-pearl applied plaque, length 3.5 inches (9cm). A very fine painted enamel cigarette case decorated with a watercarrier and scholar, the verso ornately decorated and centered with a view of a mosque (probably in Isfahan), length 4 inches (10.2cm). A silver rectangular box, the hinged lid with painted cityscape of Isfahan, Iran, length 6.75 inches (17.1cm). Together with a painted enamel baluster-form footed vase, height 6.75 inches (17.1cm), a circular box with painted enamel view of Isfahan, an Indian silver and enamel elephant with passengers, a circular covered enamel bowl with fitted lid, and a framed enameled plate as shown, frame measuring 10.4 x 10.4 inches (26.5 x 26.5cm). A good group.
Lot: 450 - 9 CHINESE SNUFF BOTTLES.
9 CHINESE SNUFF BOTTLES. Comprising nine individual snuff bottles including carved jade, two carved Peking glass examples, cinnabar, enamel, porcelain, fossiliferous, and cloisonne examples as shown. Greatest height 3.1 inches (8cm).
Lot: 451 - 8 CHINESE SNUFF BOTTLES.
8 CHINESE SNUFF BOTTLES. Comprising a good group of eight Chinese snuff bottles made from various materials, including three good carved Peking glass examples, one incorporating gilded metal accents and seal, one carved agate example, one carved tiger's eye example, one blue and white porcelain example with iron red accents and four-character seal on underside, as well as two carved stone examples as shown. Greatest height 4 inches (10.2cm).
Lot: 452 - 9 CHINESE SNUFF BOTTLES.
9 CHINESE SNUFF BOTTLES. Comprising nine individual snuff bottles including a carved lapis example, a carved amethyst example, carved Peking glass, cinnabar, painted enamel, porcelain, and two cloisonne examples as shown. Greatest height 3.1 inches (8cm).
Lot: 453 - 10 CHINESE SNUFF BOTTLES.
10 CHINESE SNUFF BOTTLES. Comprising ten individual snuff bottles of various materials, including reverse-painted glass examples, cinnabar examples (including a nice matching pair signed on base), and other materials as shown, as well as two carved seals, one extensively incised with text on both sides. Greatest height 4 inches (10.2cm).
Lot: 454 - CHINESE SILVER JADE & ENAMEL RING.
CHINESE SILVER JADE & ENAMEL RING. Comprising a large Chinese silver filigree and cloisonne enameled ring mounted with a pierced carved jade oval floral medallion.
Lot: 455 - 10 CHINESE SILVER GILT KINGFISHER ORNAMENTS.
10 CHINESE SILVER GILT KINGFISHER ORNAMENTS. Comprising a good group of 10 Chinese silver-gilt and gem-set kingfisher ornaments, Qing. Comprising three gilt-glazed shadow box frames, each containing three individual ornaments of different configurations, including a ruyi, bat, butterfly, flower blossoms, fish, and good luck symbol, two centered with polished amethyst quartz, and others with cabochons and jade beads. Together with a large silver prowling dragon. Greatest length (dragon), 7.5 inches (19cm). Each frame measuring 9 x 7 inches (23 x 18cm).
Lot: 456 - PR OF CHINESE KINGFISHER ORNAMENTS.
PR OF CHINESE KINGFISHER ORNAMENTS. Comprising a fine silver-gilt pierced crescent-shaped pendant centered with a censer with foo finial and decorated with red cabochons and incorporating a miniature painting of a figure riding a donkey and flying a kite, contained in a glazed gilt shadow box frame. The length of pendant 5 inches (13cm). Together with a metal-framed crescent-shaped kingfisher hair piece centered with a large blossom and flanked by moths, all rendered in kingfisher feather. Width 6.25 inches (16cm).
Lot: 457 - 3 CHINESE KINGFISHER ORNAMENTS.
3 CHINESE KINGFISHER ORNAMENTS. Comprising three professionally framed Chinese silver-gilt and gem-set kingfisher ornaments, Qing. Including a butterfly or moth silver-gilt hairpin decorated with red cabochons, together with two framed ornaments, a small bud-form example and a large flower-form example centered with a polished pink quartz medallion encircled with jade beads. And a flower-form hairpin centered with red, likely coral cabochon. The largest ornament measuring 6.25 inches (16cm). Each glazed gilt shadowbox frame measuring 9 x 7 inches (23 x 18cm).
Lot: 458 - ELABORATE CHINESE KINGFISHER HEADDRESS.
ELABORATE CHINESE KINGFISHER HEADDRESS. Richly embellished in kingfisher feathers, beads, and pom poms, and depicting exotic birds and flowers. Width 12 inches (30cm).
Lot: 459 - IMPRESSIVE CHINESE FAMILLE ROSE VASE.
IMPRESSIVE CHINESE FAMILLE ROSE VASE. Comprising a large and impressive finely painted famille rose baluster-form vase with flared rim. Overall decorated with blossoming flowers and bats on a yellow ground. The sides with shaped reserves, further painted with blossoming foliage. The underside with red Qianlong six-character seal mark. Height 23.5 inches (59.7cm).
Lot: 460 - LARGE CHINESE DRAGON VASE.
LARGE CHINESE DRAGON VASE. Comprising a large and impressive famille rose dragon decorated tianqiuping vase, the underside bearing blue underglaze mark, made for the Qianlong period of the Qing dynasty. Height 22 inches (55.9cm), diameter 14.5 inches (36.8cm).
Lot: 461 - PR CHINESE FOOTED BOWLS.
PR CHINESE FOOTED BOWLS. Comprising a pair of Chinese underglaze red "Three Fish" stemmed cups. The interior of both with double circle mark, the largest reading, "Made during the Xuande period of the Ming dynasty," height 3.5 inches (8.9cm), the other bearing mark, "Made during the Chenghua period of the Ming dynasty," albeit both likely later. Height 2.75 inches (7cm).
Lot: 462 - PR OF FINE CHINESE PORCELAIN VASES.
PR OF FINE CHINESE PORCELAIN VASES. Comprising a Wang Bu blue and white bird and flower decorated lantern vase, underside displaying blue underglaze six-character mark, Studio of Wenyun Wuguo Zhai, height 9.5 inches (24.1cm). Together with a pink ground vase with raised parrot on magnolia branch, underside with blue underglaze mark, "Made in Jingdezhen," height 6.75 inches (17.1cm).
Lot: 463 - CHINESE BLUE & WHITE PORCELIAN FISHBOWL.
CHINESE BLUE & WHITE PORCELIAN FISHBOWL. Comprising a large and impressive Chinese blue and white fishpond jar, of traditional form, finely decorated with carp swimming amidst aquatic plants. Height 16 inches (40.6cm), diameter 17.25 inches (43.8cm).
Lot: 464 - LARGE CHINESE ENAMELED CHARGER.
LARGE CHINESE ENAMELED CHARGER. Comprising a large and impressive charger, the cavetto decorated with 5 spirits, surrounded by a band of stylized dragons, and the scalloped rim decorated with horses and symbols on a green ground, the underside with red six-character mark translating, "Made during the Xianfeng period of the Qing dynasty." Diameter 17.5 inches (44.5cm).
Lot: 465 - 3 CHINESE COBALT GLAZED VESSELS.
3 CHINESE COBALT GLAZED VESSELS. Comprising a cobalt blue glazed Cong-form vase, the underside exhibiting incised mark, "Made during the Guangxu period of the Qing dynasty," height 11.75 inches (29.8cm). Together with a hexagonal lobed brush washer, the underside exhibiting blue underglaze mark, "Jianxi Porcelain Company," diameter 7 inches (17.8cm). And an incised stem cup with flared rim, the sides exhibiting incised underglaze text, and the underside bearing blue underglaze mark, "Made during the Kangxi period of the Qing dynasty." Height 3.75 inches (9.5cm).
Lot: 466 - CHINESE LONGQUAN WARE COVERED JAR.
CHINESE LONGQUAN WARE COVERED JAR. The sides with applied 8 immortals' decoration and with lotus leaf form fitted cover. Height 13.5 inches (34.3cm), diameter 13.25 inches (33.7cm).
Lot: 467 - CHINESE GUAN WARE BELL.
CHINESE GUAN WARE BELL. Of traditional form with hobnail surface and tiger finial. Height 6 inches (15.2cm), diameter 6.75 inches (17.1cm).
Lot: 468 - LARGE CHINESE SAPPHIRE GLAZED CHARGER.
LARGE CHINESE SAPPHIRE GLAZED CHARGER. Comprising a large and impressive sapphire blue glazed charger, the reserve and sides with carved floral decoration, and the side exhibiting blue underglaze mark translating, "Made during the Xuande period of the Ming dynasty." Diameter 16.5 inches (41.9cm).
Lot: 469 - PR CHINESE MEIPING VASES.
PR CHINESE MEIPING VASES. Comprising a large red ground and yellow glazed dragon and lotus scroll decorated meiping vase, height 19.25 inches (48.9cm). Together with a sweet white glazed meiping vase as shown, height 16 inches (40.6cm).
Lot: 470 - PAIR OF CHINESE FOOTED BOWLS.
PAIR OF CHINESE FOOTED BOWLS. One enameled with flowers, bats, and symbols on a white ground, the rim scalloped with gilt decoration, and the cavetto with a bat in a peach tree, the underside with red archaic mark and a conforming wood stand. Together with a dragon decorated bowl on yellow ground as shown, the underside with red seven-character mark and a conforming wood stand. Greatest diameter 5.5 inches (14cm), greatest height (excluding stands) 2.5 inches (6.3cm).
Lot: 471 - PR CHINESE HUTIAN WARE FOOTED BOWLS.
PR CHINESE HUTIAN WARE FOOTED BOWLS. Comprising a pair of Chinese Hutian ware footed bowls, each of conical form and each with incised floral decoration as shown. Greatest diameter 8.6 inches (21.8cm), greatest height 3 inches (7.6cm).
Lot: 472 - PAIR OF CHINESE GLAZED VESSELS.
PAIR OF CHINESE GLAZED VESSELS. Comprising a peach bloom glazed Taibai zun with incised Kui dragon decoration, the underside displaying a blue underglaze six-character mark reading, "Made during the Kangxi period of the Qing dynasty," height 3 inches (7.6cm), diameter 5 inches (12.7cm). Together with a yellow ground footed plate, the underside displaying a blue underglaze six-character mark reading, "Made during the Hongzhi period of the Ming dynasty," diameter 8 inches (20.3cm).
Lot: 473 - 3 CHINESE BLUE & WHITE FOOTED BOWLS.
3 CHINESE BLUE & WHITE FOOTED BOWLS. Comprising three individual footed bowls, the largest with scalloped rim, floral scroll foliate decoration, the underside exhibiting a blue and white underglaze double circle mark translating, "Made during the Xuande period of the Ming dynasty," diameter 8.5 inches (21.6cm), height 3.25 inches (8.3cm). Together with a gardenia pattern decorated bowl, the underside exhibiting a double circle mark translating, "Made during the Chenghua period of the Ming dynasty." Diameter 6 inches (15.2cm). Together with another footed bowl with scroll floral decoration and similar double circle mark as previous example. Diameter 5.75 inches (14.6cm).
Lot: 474 - IMPRESSIVE CHINESE GLAZED GUANYIN.
IMPRESSIVE CHINESE GLAZED GUANYIN. Comprising a large and impressive finely sculpted figure of Guanyin with two attendants resting on a lotus blossom above two dragons chasing the pearl of wisdom, with ornate headpiece and holding a ruyi scepter, and decorated in red and blue glazes, together with custom fitted carrying case. Height of figure 21.25 inches (54cm), the case measuring 15 x 11 x 24.75 inches (38.1 x 27.9 x 62.9cm).
Lot: 475 - CHINESE DEHUA WARE FIGURAL GROUP.
CHINESE DEHUA WARE FIGURAL GROUP. Finely sculpted in full round, the two figures resting on a lotus leaf atop of water, with custom fitted case, height 11 inches (27.9cm). The case measuring 13.5 x 19.5 x 6.75 inches (34.3 x 49.5 x 17.1cm).
Lot: 476 - ASIAN PORCELAIN AND GLASSWARE GROUP.
ASIAN PORCELAIN AND GLASSWARE GROUP. Comprising ten pieces of Japanese and Chinese porcelain and glassware, including a pair of red and white Peking glass vases with carved monkeys in trees. A Chinese white and coral-colored bas-relief decorated dragon vase, the underside with underglaze archaic mark. A Chinese famille rose decorated hexagonal porcelain hat stand. Another famille rose decorated vase depicting a procession with figures riding a qilin. A Japanese Kutani porcelain cup and saucer in the Thousand Faces pattern. A pair of glazed foo lions. A Chinese blue and white lotus miniature teapot, the underside with blue underglaze mark of Qing Yongzheng. And a Japanese Sumida Gawa pottery vase depicting monks with drip-glazed decoration. Greatest height 11 inches (27.9cm).
Lot: 477 - MIXED CHINESE PORCELAIN GROUP.
MIXED CHINESE PORCELAIN GROUP. Including a finely enameled Hundred Boys footed bowl on turquoise ground with red seal mark on underside, a famille rose footed teacup on yellow ground, a gourd bottle, and two smaller bottles as shown. Greatest measurement 7 inches (17.8cm).
Lot: 478 - 3 DECORATED CHINESE VESSELS.
3 DECORATED CHINESE VESSELS. Comprising a large red and green enameled phoenix jar, the rim with blue underglaze six-character mark reading, "Made during the Wanli period of the Ming dynasty" (albeit later), height 12.5 inches (31.8cm), diameter 13 inches (33cm). Together with a Wucai lotus petal vessel with lobed sides and overall decorated with dragons, the underside with double circle blue underglaze mark reading, "Made during the Longqing period of the Ming dynasty" (later), height 5 inches (12.7cm), diameter 6.25 inches (15.9cm). And a doucai floral decorated covered jar, the underside with single-character blue underglaze mark, height 4.75 inches (12.1cm), diameter 5.5 inches (14cm).
Lot: 479 - PAIR CHINESE GLAZED FOOTED BOWLS.
PAIR CHINESE GLAZED FOOTED BOWLS. Comprising a pair of matching Chinese cobalt blue glazed footed bowls. The underside of each exhibiting a blue underglaze six-character mark which translates to, "Made during the Guangxu period of the Qing dynasty." Each height 4.5 inches (11.4cm), diameter 8.5 inches (21.6cm).
Lot: 480 - PR CHINESE DECORATED BRUSH POTS.
PR CHINESE DECORATED BRUSH POTS. Comprising a blue and white brush pot extensively decorated with scenes and text from Peach Blossom Spring and Wushuangpu, the underside displaying blue underglaze 8-character mark reading, "Made during the Kangxi period of the Qing dynasty," height 7 inches (17.8cm), diameter 7.75 inches (19.7cm). Together with a red underglaze "antiques" brushpot, the underside displaying blue underglaze six-character mark reading, "Made during the Kangxi period of the Qing dynasty," height 6.5 inches (16.5cm), diameter 7.75 inches (19.7cm).
Lot: 481 - PR CHINESE PORCELAIN VASES.
PR CHINESE PORCELAIN VASES. Comprising a Chinese Jun glazed long neck flared rim vase. The underside bearing incised mark, of the Qing dynasty. Height 9.5 inches (24.1cm). Together with a blue and white bottle-form vase with lotus scroll decoration, underside exhibiting a blue underglaze mark translating, "made during the Jiaqing period of the Qing dynasty." Height 7.6 inches (19.3cm).
Lot: 482 - CHINESE PORCELAIN GROUP.
CHINESE PORCELAIN GROUP. Comprising a finely decorated footed bowl on ring foot with flared rim, the sides banded in an "antiques" pattern with gilt highlights, and the underside with blue underglaze archaic mark, resting on a conforming carved wood stand. Diameter of bowl 7 inches (17.5cm), height 3 inches (7.5cm). Together with an 18th century blue and white glazed footed bowl, the interior with rabbit, and the underside with blue underglaze mark. Diameter 6.5 inches (16.5cm). 2.6 inches (6.5cm). Together with a later juice glass as shown.
Lot: 484 - JAPANESE SATSUMA GROUPING.
JAPANESE SATSUMA GROUPING. Comprising five individual pieces including a sumptuously decorated vase with dragon handles, an exceedingly detailed baluster-form vase banded with four elders with ornate raised gilt details, a pair of matching bottle-form vases, and a small bowl as shown. Greatest height 10 inches (25.4cm).
Lot: 485 - 8 PCS. JAPANESE SATSUMA WARE.
8 PCS. JAPANESE SATSUMA WARE. Comprising a large gilt decorated elephant vase, signed on underside; a finely painted bucket form vase; a finely painted vase with maidens, flowers, and fruit, signed on underside of base; a small footed censer; and two matching cups and saucers, as shown. Greatest height 12.6 inches (32cm).
Lot: 486 - PR OF IMPRESSIVE JAPANESE SATSUMA VASES.
PR OF IMPRESSIVE JAPANESE SATSUMA VASES. Comprising a pair of large and impressive, exceptionally decorated vases with raised gilt and enamel decoration depicting a figure riding a dragon and another taming a dragon. Completely decorated overall, the underside fully signed with the Shimazu family crest and artist signature. Of the highest quality! Underside of bases drilled for lamps. Height 14 inches (35.6cm).
Lot: 487 - PR OF SATSUMA VASES.
PR OF SATSUMA VASES. Comprising a pair of matching Satsuma vases, each finely and ornately decorated throughout, the smaller pair with large gilt signature on base, the underside of the larger pair drilled. Greatest height 12.25 inches (31.1cm).
Lot: 488 - PR OF CHINESE PORCELAIN PLAQUES.
PR OF CHINESE PORCELAIN PLAQUES. Comprising two blue and white porcelain plaques depicting maidens in a courtyard, in matching frames with brass hangers, each measuring 11.5 x 15.5 inches (29.2 x 39.4cm).
Lot: 489 - PR OF JAPANESE PLAQUES.
PR OF JAPANESE PLAQUES. Comprising two Japanese plaques, one of rectangular form rendered in musen enamel depicting fish and aquatic plants, measuring 7.25 x 12 inches (18.4 x 30.5cm). Together with a porcelain plaque of a geisha holding a fan and contained in a gilt frame, overall including frame 15.75 x 14.5 inches (40 x 36.8cm).
Lot: 490 - CHINESE CARVED JADE FIGURAL LIDDED VESSEL, QING.
CHINESE CARVED JADE FIGURAL LIDDED VESSEL, QING. Comprising a finely carved gray-green jade camel, sculpted with two slung vessels, hollowed out and with conforming lid. Sculpted in full round, of good anatomy and proportions, probably Ch'ien-lung Period (1736-1796), and resting on a later conforming carved wood stand. Height of jade figure 4.5 inches (11.4cm). Provenance: Ja Kwok Gallery, Singapore, circa 1980s, with copy of original certificate from gallery as illustrated.
Lot: 491 - CHINESE ARCHAIC STYLE CARVED HARDSTONE.
CHINESE ARCHAIC STYLE CARVED HARDSTONE. Comprising five individual pieces, including a carved dragon-form ruyi scepter, two dragon-form belt hooks, a heavy carved jade mask, and an archaic-style carved jade dragon pendant. Greatest measurement 11.5 inches (29.2cm).
Lot: 492 - GOOD CHINESE CARVED JADE GROUP.
GOOD CHINESE CARVED JADE GROUP. Comprising a finely carved jade foo lion with urn and resting on an ornate conforming wood base, a carved jade footed censer with dragon mask ring handles and dragon finial on fitted cover, as well as two finely carved jade opposing dragons, each on conforming wood stands. Greatest height on stand 7.5 inches (19.1cm).
Lot: 493 - 4 CHINESE CARVED JADE GROUPINGS.
4 CHINESE CARVED JADE GROUPINGS. Each very finely carved, with good detail throughout, including a large and impressive carved gray jade grouping of two laughing Buddhas on conforming wood stand, a carved jade grouping of four figures catching fish and resting atop a large jardiniere, a fine lavender jade carved group of two figures climbing a large pod, and a large green and white carved freestanding panel with various Buddhistic imagery. Greatest measurement 14 inches (35.6cm).
Lot: 494 - 4 CHINESE CARVED JADE GROUPS.
4 CHINESE CARVED JADE GROUPS. Comprising four finely carved jade groupings, including a large group carved with crashing waves, two boats, florals, and seagulls on a carved wood stand; a carved jade brush washer on stand with blossoming fruit branch, bats, and cranes on a conforming wood stand; a carved floral bouquet in a woven basket on a conforming wood stand; and an interesting blossoming fruit branch and boulder with panthers and bats. Greatest height on stand 6.5 inches (16.5cm).
Lot: 495 - 6 GOOD CHINESE CARVED JADE PIECES.
6 GOOD CHINESE CARVED JADE PIECES. Comprising a good group of Chinese finely carved jade pieces, including a group of pierced carved fruit with bats on conforming wood stand, a very finely carved jade group of birds amidst fruit tree branches, a carved jade figure of a man running with club, and two oval carved jade pendant-form amulets featuring fish, and another with an animal eating from a tree. Greatest measurement 5.75 inches (14.5cm).
Lot: 496 - CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE GROUP.
CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE GROUP. Comprising four finely carved individual pieces, including a rock crystal carved group of two swimming ducks beneath a flowering tree branch on a conforming wood stand; a carved green and white jade flowerpot with finely carved blossoming flowers on a conforming wood stand; a carved freestanding pair of dragons with pierced carved reserves at base; and a ruby in zoisite mountainous landscape with temples and flying cranes. Greatest height 11 inches (28cm).
Lot: 497 - 6 CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE MAIDENS.
6 CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE MAIDENS. Comprising a group of six finely carved hardstone maidens, including one jade example, each finely carved in full round, of good proportions and anatomy, with flowing robes and intricate details, and each resting on a carved wood stand as shown. A good group. Greatest height on stand 11.75 inches (29.8cm).
Lot: 498 - 8 CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE FIGURES.
8 CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE FIGURES. Comprising a good group of finely carved figures, primarily Buddhistic, including a finely carved jade reclining Lohan with large gourd, another Lohan with foo lion, a large Buddha with attendant, and other figures as shown. Each carved in full round with good attention to detail, consisting of five jade examples and two hardstone examples. Greatest height 9 inches (22.9cm).
Lot: 499 - CHINESE CARVED JADE AND HARDSTONE GROUP.
CHINESE CARVED JADE AND HARDSTONE GROUP. Comprising eight individual pieces, including an interesting freestanding carved jade penguin, two carved jade groups depicting children and plant pods, two thin carved spinach jade footed tea bowls, a blue chalcedony carved bear in cave, and a pair of green hardstone footed tea bowls. Greatest height 6 inches (15.2cm).
Lot: 500 - 3 CHINESE CARVED JADE BUDDHAS.
3 CHINESE CARVED JADE BUDDHAS. Comprising two large finely carved jade laughing Buddhas, one on a conforming wood stand as shown, and another very finely carved green and white jade laughing Buddha with two attendants. Greatest height 6.5 inches (16.5cm).
Lot: 501 - CHINESE CARVED JADE AND HARDSTONE.
CHINESE CARVED JADE AND HARDSTONE. Comprising a large finely carved hardstone group of seven foo lions climbing a mountain on a conforming wood base, a carved jade group of three foo lions on a conforming wood base, a large finely carved hardstone figure of a qilin with a book on its back rising out of swirling clouds, and a carved jade galloping qilin on a conforming wooden stand. Greatest overall measurement 11.75 inches (29.8cm).
Lot: 502 - 4 CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE CENSERS.
4 CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE CENSERS. Each finely carved with mask-ring handles, one with dragon finial, one with foo dog finial, and one with pierced cover, as shown. Two on conforming wood stands. Greatest height 6.5 inches (16.5cm).
Lot: 503 - CHINESE CARVED JADE GROUP.
CHINESE CARVED JADE GROUP. Comprising four individual Chinese carved jade groupings, including a large and impressive, finely carved spinach jade lily pad with two crabs resting on crashing waves atop a custom fitted wood stand. Together with an attractive gray and white jade jumping fish on conforming wood stand, a jade and quartz plaque of two opposing fish on a conforming wood stand, and a carved jade plaque of two elephants. Greatest measurement excluding stand 10.75 inches (27.3cm).
Lot: 504 - 6 CHINESE CARVED ROCK CRYSTAL FIGURES.
6 CHINESE CARVED ROCK CRYSTAL FIGURES. Comprising two finely carved figures of Guanyin resting on conforming wood stands, a seated Buddha within a lotus petal on a conforming wood stand, a finely carved dragon above crashing waves chasing the pearl of wisdom on a conforming wood stand, another dragon carved in high relief, and a carved rock crystal group of bears in the forest on a conforming wood stand. Greatest height including base 9.25 inches (23.5cm).
Lot: 505 - CHINESE CARVED CRYSTAL BRUSH WASHER.
CHINESE CARVED CRYSTAL BRUSH WASHER. Comprising a carved rock crystal leaf-form brush washer, exhibiting a relief carved bat. Length 9 inches (22.9cm).
Lot: 506 - CHINESE TAIHU SCHOLARS ROCK.
CHINESE TAIHU SCHOLARS ROCK. Resting on a conforming carved footed wood stand, overall height on stand 22 inches (55.9cm).
Lot: 507 - FINE CHINESE CARVED STONE FISH GROUPS.
FINE CHINESE CARVED STONE FISH GROUPS. Comprising two green and red hardstone aquatic fish groups on matching conforming wood stands, a blue amazonite group of fish swimming amongst coral, and an ornately carved agate fish group swimming amongst aquatic plants. Greatest height on stand 9.5 inches (24.1cm).
Lot: 508 - CHINESE CARVED JADE AND HARDSTONE.
CHINESE CARVED JADE AND HARDSTONE. Comprising a large carved dark green jade foo lion and cub vessel, missing cover, together with a charming carved hardstone Jin Chan resting on a conforming wood stand. Greatest length of either figure 11 inches (28cm).
Lot: 509 - GOOD CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE.
GOOD CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE. Comprising 14 individual pieces from top to bottom: a fine pierced carved jade double fish medallion pendant, a pair of jade or hardstone carved dragon belt hooks, a carved fish pendant with good luck symbols, quartz and agate carved seated Buddha pendants, a lapis carved flower, a white carved rectangular pendant with crane and verso with extensive carved text, a malachite pierced carved dragon pendant, a green carved jade Buddha head pendant, a rock crystal carved Buddha, a carved malachite fruit tree and foo lion, a white carved hardstone blossom, and a jade-handled magnifying glass. The greatest length 5.25 inches (13.5cm).
Lot: 510 - VINTAGE CHINESE CARVED JADE GROUPING.
VINTAGE CHINESE CARVED JADE GROUPING. Comprising 3 Chinese carved jade jewelry pieces, including a heavy carved green jade pendant modeled as hanging fruit and on the base a bat, length 2 inches (5cm), a pierced carved oval medallion with relief carved blossoming flowers set in a sterling pin back brooch frame, length 1.5 inches (4 cm), and a white carved jade bi-disc in a silver pendant mount with suspension loop and silver chain, diameter of disc 1 inch (2.5cm) length of chain 19 inches.
Lot: 511 - CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE BUDDHAS.
CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE BUDDHAS. Comprising seven individually carved Buddhas as shown. Rendered in a variety of materials, including a large ruby in zoisite laughing Buddha, a large gold stone laughing Buddha, a malachite Buddha, a lapis lazuli Buddha, a tiger's eye Buddha, a rock crystal Buddha, and a jade Buddha with attendant as shown. A good offering. Greatest height 4.25 inches (10.8cm).
Lot: 512 - 4 CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE BUDDHAS.
4 CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE BUDDHAS. Comprising two carved ruby zoisite laughing Buddhas, a large labradorite laughing Buddha holding a ruyi scepter, and a standing Buddha as shown. Greatest height 8 inches (20.3cm).
Lot: 513 - 7 CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE FOO-LIONS.
7 CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE FOO-LIONS. Featuring an exceedingly well-carved foo lion and cub on stand, a foo lion carrying an urn resting on a wood stand, a pair of foo lions, a green and white jade foo lion with ball, a finely carved hardstone archaic-style qilin, and two hardstone carved seals with foo lion and cub finials. Greatest height 8.25 inches (21cm).
Lot: 514 - PAIR OF CHINESE JADE PENDANTS.
PAIR OF CHINESE JADE PENDANTS. Below, a fine Han or Han-style pierced-carved jade pendant, the sides with dragon heads and at center also a dragon. Width 5.5 inches (14cm). And at top, a late Han coiled serpent or dragon in deep green jade with burial patination, suspended in a carved vintage wood stand. Length of pendant 3.4 inches (8.6cm).
Lot: 515 - CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE RUYI SCEPTER.
CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE RUYI SCEPTER. Of traditional form, displaying various characters. Length 9 inches (23cm).
Lot: 516 - EXCELLENT CHINESE CARVED AGATE GROUP.
EXCELLENT CHINESE CARVED AGATE GROUP. Comprising five individual carved agate pieces, including a large boulder carved with mountainous landscape depicting temples, animals, and two figures at the top, as well as a carved group of cranes amidst blossoming foliage, a large leaf form with fruits and bats, a good vase carved with a coiled dragon above crashing waves, and a platter with integrally carved opposing crabs. Each finely carved. Greatest height 8.75 inches (22.2cm).
Lot: 517 - CHINESE BUDDHISTIC JADE & HARDSTONE GROUP.
CHINESE BUDDHISTIC JADE & HARDSTONE GROUP. Comprising a good group of seven finely carved figures, including a large and impressive jade Guanyin seated in a mountainous landscape amongst lotus flowers with an attendant and crane, height 11.25 inches (28.6cm). Together with a finely carved jade figure of Guanyin riding a qilin and holding a large lotus blossom, carved in full round and resting on a conforming wooden stand, as well as a carved jade figure of a resting Buddha and lotus flower seated next to an incense burner, a carved spinach jade dancing Bodhisattva carved in full round, a carved purple quartz Guanyin with flowing robes on a wooden stand, a carved hardstone Buddha surrounded by a dragon, waves, lotus blossoms, and a temple carved in full round and on a conforming wooden stand, and a carved hardstone Buddha head as shown.
Lot: 518 - CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE BIRDS.
CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE BIRDS. Comprising two matching pairs of opposing eagles and cranes on conforming wood stands, and a carved hardstone tree incorporating various birds and a deer at base. Greatest height including stand 15.25 inches (38.7cm).
Lot: 519 - 5 CHINESE CARVED JADE FIGURES.
5 CHINESE CARVED JADE FIGURES. Comprising a good group of Chinese carved jade, including a carved green jade fish spouting water and resting on a conforming wood stand, another fish amongst aquatic plants, a group of three fish amongst aquatic plants resting on a pierced carved conforming wood stand, a carved figure of a fish mounted by a young boy, and a finely carved translucent gray jade figure of Guanyin with attendant and fish on a conforming wood stand. Greatest height including stand 10 inches (25.4cm).
Lot: 520 - CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE BIRDS.
CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE BIRDS. Comprising a group of six finely carved hardstone birds as shown. Finely carved with good detail. Greatest height on stand 14 inches (35.6cm).
Lot: 521 - A CHINESE CARVED CORAL GUANYIN.
A CHINESE CARVED CORAL GUANYIN. Comprising a white coral carved figure of a standing Guanyin, carved with flowing robes, of good proportions and anatomy and resting on a pierced carved conforming wood stand. Height of carved coral 3.25 inches (8.5cm). Overall 4.25 inches (11cm).
Lot: 522 - CHINESE CARVED STONE FIGURES.
CHINESE CARVED STONE FIGURES. Comprising three finely carved individual pieces including an exceptionally well-carved soapstone figure of Guanyin resting on an elephant, realistically carved in full round, of good proportions and anatomy with deep folds and good detailing. Together with a finely carved tiger's eye musical maiden carved in full round with flowing robes and holding a string instrument and resting on a conforming wood stand, and a finely carved lapis lazuli figure of a horse-mounted warrior and attendant resting on a conforming wood stand. Greatest height 7 inches (17.8cm).
Lot: 523 - 4 CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE CREATURES.
4 CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE CREATURES. Comprising four carved hardstone mythological creatures, including three Longgui, two on conforming wood stands, and a foo lion. Greatest measurement 9.5 inches (24.1cm); 6.5 x 8.25 inches (16.5 x 21cm).
Lot: 524 - 3 CHINESE CARVED GOLDSTONE FIGURES.
3 CHINESE CARVED GOLDSTONE FIGURES. Comprising a seated Lohan with dragon, a standing Buddha, and a maiden (missing left hand). Each finely carved in full round, with good detail, the Buddha with open mouth and carved tongue, and each resting on a conforming wood stand. Greatest height including stand 8 inches (20.3cm).
Lot: 525 - 5 CHINESE CARVED GOLD STONE PIECES.
5 CHINESE CARVED GOLD STONE PIECES. Comprising a good group of large and impressive Chinese carved goldstone groups, including a Buddha with snake on conforming wood stand, a boy riding a fish, a gourd, a horned winged animal carrying a happy Buddha, and a group of figures within a flowerpot. Each finely carved in full round with good attention to detail, some minor losses here and there. Greatest measurement 7.25 inches (18.4cm).
Lot: 526 - 8 CHINESE CARVED TIGER’S EYE FIGURES.
8 CHINESE CARVED TIGER'S EYE FIGURES. Comprising four finely carved standing Guanyin figures, two seated Buddhas, a Buddha head, and two maidens (one missing head). Greatest height 8.8 inches (22.5cm).
Lot: 527 - CHINESE CARVED TIGERS EYE.
CHINESE CARVED TIGERS EYE. Comprising a pair of finely carved tiger's eye foo lions resting on matching pierced carved conforming wood stands, together with a finely carved seated lion eagle (tip of one ear missing). Greatest height including stand 7.25 inches (18.4cm).
Lot: 528 - GOOD CHINESE CARVED AGATE GROUP.
GOOD CHINESE CARVED AGATE GROUP. Comprising eight individual carved agate animal figures, including a pair of matching exotic birds and horned cattle. Greatest measurement 7.25 inches (18.5cm).
Lot: 529 - CHINESE CARVED TIGERS EYE.
CHINESE CARVED TIGERS EYE. Comprising six finely carved tiger's eye sculptures, including a large tree with birds on a conforming wood stand, a large bear on a conforming wood stand, elephants climbing a mountain on a conforming wood stand, a very finely carved lidded urn with dragon head handles and foo lion finial on fitted cover, together with a prowling wolf and school of dolphins. Greatest height on stand 12.5 inches (31.8cm).
Lot: 530 - CHINESE CARVED JADE DRAGONS.
CHINESE CARVED JADE DRAGONS. Comprising three carved jade dragon groupings, each on conforming wood stands, together with a carved hardstone prowling dragon. Greatest overall measurement 12 inches (30.5cm).
Lot: 531 - CHINESE JADE AND HARDSTONE CARVED BOWLS.
CHINESE JADE AND HARDSTONE CARVED BOWLS. Comprising a large spinach green hardstone footed dragon bowl with flared rim and banded with relief-carved dragons, together with a small carved and polished translucent jade footed bowl with flared rim. Greatest diameter 9.75 inches (24.8cm).
Lot: 532 - 8 CHINESE CARVED OBJECTS.
8 CHINESE CARVED OBJECTS. Comprising an interesting and diverse group of carved objects including a finely carved hardstone cylindrical seal with pierced carved dragon finial, a buffalo horn carved Lohan, a carved wood and soapstone (head) Lohan, a carved and gilded soapstone immortal, a carved and polychrome soapstone figure with attendant, two carved hardstone immortals on a scroll-form wood base, and a carved standing Guanyin on a double lotus base of unknown material. Greatest height 10.5 inches (26.7cm).
Lot: 533 - INTERESTING MIXED MATERIALS GROUPING.
INTERESTING MIXED MATERIALS GROUPING. Comprising a natural amethyst crystal cluster mounted with a varicolored carved hardstone parrot, a finely carved jade flowerpot with blossoming hardstone carved lilies with gem-set pistils resting on a conforming wood stand, four molded varicolored seated Buddhas, and a fine lapis lazuli box with hinged lid and gilded silver interior frame stamped .800. Greatest height 8.5 inches (21.6cm).
Lot: 534 - 15 CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE ANIMALS.
15 CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE ANIMALS. Comprising 15 individually carved hardstone figures, including some jade examples. Featuring a carved jade Tang-style horse on a conforming wood stand; a spinach jade carved prowling dragon on stand; a jade carved rooster; a pair of green jade carved cobras; as well as eight carved malachite animals, including lions, rhinoceroses, a turtle, a pig, an Egyptian bust, and other figures in various materials as shown; and including a likely composition seated dog. Greatest measurement including base 5.75 inches (14.6cm).
Lot: 535 - 11 CHINESE CARVED TURQUOISE & HARDSTONE PIECES.
11 CHINESE CARVED TURQUOISE & HARDSTONE PIECES. Comprising a good group of 11 Chinese carved turquoise, jade, citrine, rock crystal, and amethyst figures. Including a finely carved turquoise scholar with attendant on conforming wood stand, a carved turquoise figure of man carrying gourd, an ornately carved turquoise grouping of fish on wood stand, a carved turquoise lidded urn, a carved green jade standing Buddha, an ornately carved amethyst maiden on wood stand, a carved citrine Thai deity, two carved moonstone seated Buddhas, a carved lapis Buddha, and a small carved agate Buddha. Greatest height 4.6 inches (11.5cm).
Lot: 536 - 6 CHINESE CARVED JADE VESSELS.
6 CHINESE CARVED JADE VESSELS. Comprising a good group of finely carved jade vessels, five examples with fitted covers. Comprising a good variety, including mythological creatures, birds, and a maiden, some on conforming wood stands as shown. Greatest height on stand 9.25 inches (23.5cm).
Lot: 537 - 7 CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE FIGURES.
7 CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE FIGURES. Comprising seven finely carved figures of Guanyin or maidens, each carved in full round with flowing robes and resting on conforming wood stands, as shown. Greatest height, not including stand, 7 inches (17.8cm).
Lot: 538 - 13 CHINESE CARVED LAPIS LAZULI ANIMALS.
13 CHINESE CARVED LAPIS LAZULI ANIMALS. Comprising a good group of thirteen individually carved lapis lazuli animal figures, including a recumbent lion, a recumbent bear, a monkey, a frog, three boars, a cobra, and other animals as shown. Greatest length 4.1 inches (10.4cm).
Lot: 539 - NINE CHINESE CARVED LAPIS LAZULI FIGURES.
NINE CHINESE CARVED LAPIS LAZULI FIGURES. Comprising a good group of Chinese carved lapis lazuli, including a Lohan on a conforming wood stand and various animals as shown, including an owl, elephant, horse, alligator, turtle, and bull. Greatest height 6 inches (15.2cm).
Lot: 540 - 9 CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE BUDDHAS.
9 CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE BUDDHAS. Comprising a good and diverse offering including four carved jade Buddhas, two ruby zoisite Buddhas, a malachite Buddha, a lapis lazuli Buddha, and a hardstone example, most with wood stands as shown. Greatest height 6.25 inches (15.9cm).
Lot: 541 - 23 CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE ANIMALS.
23 CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE ANIMALS. Comprising a good group of 23 Chinese carved jade and hardstone animal figures, including a green jade carved standing bear, four carved malachite animals, an opalite carved elephant and cow, a goldstone carved tiger, a tiger's eye carved eagle, and various other animals as shown. Greatest measurement 4.5 inches (11.5cm).
Lot: 542 - 10 CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE ANIMALS.
10 CHINESE CARVED HARDSTONE ANIMALS. Comprising a group of ten finely carved hardstone animals rendered in various materials, including lapis lazuli and malachite, as shown, depicting bears, tigers, a boar, ducks, a lizard, and a hippo. The large lapis bear finely carved and with inset glass eyes, two figures on conforming wood stands as shown. Greatest height 4.75 inches (12cm). Greatest measurement 7.5 inches (19.1cm).
Lot: 543 - CHINESE CARVED MALACHITE GROUP.
CHINESE CARVED MALACHITE GROUP. Comprising eleven individual pieces of carved malachite, comprising various animals including a hippopotamus, bulls, an elephant, Egyptian Sphinx, human heads, and polished pieces as shown. Greatest overall height 8.25 inches (21cm).
Lot: 544 - 7 CHINESE CARVED JADE BIRD GROUPINGS.
7 CHINESE CARVED JADE BIRD GROUPINGS. Comprising a group of five finely carved jade birds and two carved hardstone birds, all but one on a conforming wood stand. Each finely carved in full round with excellent detailing, including an opposing pair. Greatest height including stand 15 inches (38.1cm).
Lot: 545 - CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE GROUP.
CHINESE CARVED JADE & HARDSTONE GROUP. Comprising six individual pieces including a large carved jade group of foo lions and elephant, and other animals climbing a lidded urn, a carved jade group of foo lions with elephant, a carved hardstone tiger on a conforming wood stand, a carved jade group of two tigers on a conforming wood stand, a carved hardstone galloping horse on a conforming wood stand, and a carved hardstone grouping of monkeys carrying a plum branch. Greatest measurement 12.5 inches (31.8cm).
Lot: 546 - CHINESE CARVED EGYPTIAN GROUP.
CHINESE CARVED EGYPTIAN GROUP. Comprising a substantial and finely carved ruby zoisite group of three Egyptian figures resting on a conforming wooden stand. Together with a carved figure of Anubis rendered in a black polished material (possibly volcanic rock) and resting on a conforming wood stand. Greatest height including stand 11 inches (27.9cm).
Lot: 547 - PR CHINESE CARVED FIGURAL GROUPINGS.
PR CHINESE CARVED FIGURAL GROUPINGS. Comprising a finely carved mountainous village scene with various figures, animals, and a staircase leading to a mountaintop temple. Finely and deeply carved in half round of black polished stone. Together with a finely carved figure of Guanyin riding a foo lion, carved of an unknown polished black material. Greatest height 12 inches (30.5cm).
Lot: 548 - CHINESE CARVED FIGURE & CENSER.
CHINESE CARVED FIGURE & CENSER. Comprising a large and imposing carved spinach jade or hardstone figure of Guanyin, together with a red carved foo lion censer of unknown material. Greatest height 20.75 inches (52.7cm).
Lot: 549 - 3 OHARA KOSON JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS.
3 OHARA KOSON JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS. Comprising three woodblock prints by Ohara Koson (1877–1945), including Jumping Carp, Geese in Flight, and Two Gallinules. Greatest overall size, including glazed frame, 20.25 x 13.25 inches (52 x 33.5cm).
Lot: 550 - 3 GOOD JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS.
3 GOOD JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS. Comprising three Japanese woodblock prints, including works by Utagawa Hiroshige (1797–1858), Shiro Kasamatsu (1898–1991), and Ohara Koson (1877–1945). Greatest overall size, including glazed frame, 29 x 22 inches (74 x 55.9cm).
Lot: 551 - HIROSHI YOSHIDA WOOD BLOCK PRINT & ANOTHER.
HIROSHI YOSHIDA WOOD BLOCK PRINT & ANOTHER. Comprising a Japanese woodblock print In a Temple Yard by Hiroshi Yoshida (1876–1950), contained in a linen-lined glazed frame overall measuring 25 x 20 inches (64 x 51cm), together with Hinaga by Katsuyuki Nishijima (Japanese, born 1945), pencil-signed lower right, overall including glazed frame measuring 11.75 x 14.75 inches (30 x 37.5cm).
Lot: 552 - TWO JAPANESE WOOD BLOCK TRIPTYCHS.
TWO JAPANESE WOOD BLOCK TRIPTYCHS. Comprising two framed woodblock triptychs, each consisting of three panels contained within a single glazed frame. Artists include Utagawa Kunisada (1786–1865) and Toyohara Chikanobu (1838–1912). Greatest measurement, including frame, 19.75 x 35.25 inches (50 x 89.5cm).
Lot: 553 - 3 JAPANESE GEISHA WOODBLOCK PRINTS.
3 JAPANESE GEISHA WOODBLOCK PRINTS. Comprising three woodblock prints of geishas. Artists include Utagawa Kunisada (1786–1865) and Yoshu Chikanobu (1838–1912). Each contained in a glazed frame measuring approximately 21 x 17.25 inches (53.3 x 43.8cm).
Lot: 554 - 4 SAMURAI WOODBLOCK PRINTS WITH ANOTHER.
4 SAMURAI WOODBLOCK PRINTS WITH ANOTHER. Comprising four woodblock prints featuring samurai and one featuring a courtesan. Artists include Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1798–1861), Sadanobu Hasegawa III (1881–1963), Utagawa Toyokuni (1769–1825), and Keisai Eisen (Japanese, 1790–1848). Each contained in glazed frames, greatest measurement including frame 22.5 x 18.5 inches (57.5 x 47cm).
Lot: 555 - 3 JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS.
3 JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS. Comprising two woodblock prints of geishas and one of an actor. Artists include Utagawa Kunisada (1786–1865) and Katsukawa Shunsho (1726–1793). Each contained in a glazed frame. Greatest measurement, including frame, 23.5 x 18 inches (60 x 46cm).
Lot: 556 - 4 JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS.
4 JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS. Comprising four prints, including two works by Ogata Gekko (1859–1920), Playing the Koto and Tray Landscapes, one by Utagawa Kunisada (1786–1865), depicting a courtesan wearing a blue kimono in a garden, and one print of women in a bathhouse by Torii Kiyonaga (1752–1815). Greatest overall measurement (bathhouse), including frame, 21 x 16.75 inches (53.3 x 42.5cm).
Lot: 557 - 4 JAPANESE SEASONS WATERCOLORS BY TERAUCHI.
4 JAPANESE SEASONS WATERCOLORS BY TERAUCHI. Comprising four original watercolor-on-paper paintings by Fukutaro Terauchi (1891–1964), each depicting one of the four seasons. Each work is signed and measures approximately 14 x 6.25 inches (35.5 x 16cm). The paintings are presented together in a single glazed frame measuring 35.25 x 19.75 inches (89.5 x 50cm).
Lot: 558 - MAI TRUNG THU COLOR LITHOGRAPH PRINT.
MAI TRUNG THU COLOR LITHOGRAPH PRINT. Comprising a beautifully framed color lithograph print "Mere et Enfant – Consolation," after noted Vietnamese-French artist Mai Trung Thu (1906 – 1980), contained in an attractive linen-lined frame, the image measuring 22.5 x 11 inches (57.2 x 27.9cm). Overall, including glazed frame, 31.25 x 19.5 inches (79.4 x 49.5cm).
Lot: 559 - 4 LARGE MUGHAL PAINTINGS.
4 LARGE MUGHAL PAINTINGS. Comprising a set of four Indian/Mughal paintings rendered in opaque watercolor, gouache, and gilt and depicting various images, as shown. Each in matching frame measuring 50.5 x 26.3 inches (128 x 67cm).
Lot: 560 - FINE CHINESE EXPORT EMBROIDERED PANEL.
FINE CHINESE EXPORT EMBROIDERED PANEL. Comprising a finely embroidered silk panel depicting a hunting dog with a rabbit. Circa 1890. 16.5 x 13 inches (42 x 33cm). Unframed.
Lot: 561 - HAND PAINTED CHINESE ACCORDION BOOK.
HAND PAINTED CHINESE ACCORDION BOOK. Comprising a finely crafted accordion book depicting "The Eight Noble Steeds", each finely painted in watercolor and gouache, with silk-covered binding, and the frontis heavily inscribed with text. 7 x 5 inches (18 x 13cm).
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