Alexander Koester 1864 Bergneustadt - 1932 München Rosen auf Schleier. 1926–1930. Öl auf Leinwand. Stein/Koester 1026. Links unten signiert. Verso auf der Leinwand mit dem Nachlassstempel sowie nummeriert '428a'. Verso auf dem Keilrahmen verschiedentlich nummeriert und betitelt. 50 x 56,5 cm (19,6 x 22,2 in). PROVENIENZ: Nachlass des Künstlers. Privatsammlung Bayern. AUSSTELLUNG: Gedächtnisausstellung des Kunstmalers Alexander Koester, Ständige Ausstellung der Münchener Kunstgenossenschaft, München, 1933, Kat.-Nr. 8832. Dem größten Publikum wird Alexander Koester durch seine variationsreichen Darstellungen von Enten bekannt, mit denen er ab 1899 die Kunstausstellungen in Deutschland beschickt und die zu seinem größten Erfolgsmotiv werden. Dabei umfasst sein Schaffen ebenso alle weiteren malerischen Gattungen, von Porträt über Genre und Landschaft bis hin zum Stillleben. Seine im Farbmaterial schwelgende, breit und pastos angelegte Malweise kommt in diesen auf besondere Art zur Geltung. Sie birgt eine spezielle Faszination von Stofflichkeit, in der das Farbmaterial die dargestellten Blumen, Vasen, Tücher und Oberflächen gleichsam nachmodelliert. So entstehen lebendige, fast haptisch anmutende Oberflächen voller Glanz, Spiegelungen, Effekten, Lichtreflexen und Transparenzen, die das im Grunde impressionistische Prinzip von Koesters Malerei verdeutlichen: die wechselvollen Wirkungen des Lichts auf die Leinwand zu bringen und zu einem Seherlebnis werden zu lassen. [KT] Aufrufzeit: 10.12.2022 - ca. 15.48 h +/- 20 Min. Dieses Objekt wird regel- oder differenzbesteuert angeboten.ENGLISH VERSIONAlexander Koester 1864 Bergneustadt - 1932 München Rosen auf Schleier. 1926–1930. Oil on canvas. Stein/Koester 1026. Lower left signed. Verso of canvas with an estate stamp and numbered '428a'. Verso of stretcher numbered and titled. 50 x 56.5 cm (19.6 x 22.2 in). PROVENANCE: Artist's estate. Private collection Bavaria. EXHIBITION: Gedächtnisausstellung des Kunstmalers Alexander Koester, Ständige Ausstellung der Münchener Kunstgenossenschaft, Munich, 1933, cat. no. 8832. Alexander Koester is best known for his varied portrayals of ducks. Showing these works at art exhibitions in Germany from 1899 onwards, they became his most successful motif. However, his oeuvre also spans all other painting disciplines, from portrait and genre to landscape and still life. It is in these works that his broad impasto style of painting, which positively luxuriates in the color medium, came into its own. His style holds a special allure of materiality in which the color medium virtually remodels the portrayed flowers, vases, cloths or surfaces. He thus created vivid, almost haptic surfaces full of sparkle, reflections, effects, light reflexes and transparencies that reveal the essentially Impressionistic principle underlying his painting style, namely to capture the changing effects of light on the canvas and turn them into a visual experience. [KT] Called up: December 10, 2022 - ca. 15.48 h +/- 20 min. This lot can be purchased subject to differential or regular taxation.
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Orden & Ehrenzeichen Deutschland - Preußen : Preußischer Kammerherrnschlüssel, 1. Hälfte 19. Jhd. Silber - vergoldet. Mit original vernähter Kämmererschleife aus feiner hellblauer Moiréeseide. Im schönen und seltenen Originaletui mit goldgeprägtem Deckel, Innenteil mit weißer Seideneinlage, bzw. Futter. Sehr schönes Exemplar in bester Anfertigungsqualität und im Etui selten.German Orders and Medals - Kingdom of Prussia : Kingdom of Prussia: Chamberlain's Key, 1st half of then 19th century. Silver - gold plated. With original sewn bow made of fine light blue moiré silk. In beautiful and rare original case of issue with gold embossed lid, inner part with white silk inlay, resp. lining. Very nice example in the best quality of manufacture and rare in the original case.
Militaria Ausland - Italien : Dolch des Führers des Sekretärs der Nationalen Faschistischen Partei Albaniens, Tefik Mborja. MVSN Mod. 37 Offiziersdolch. Der Griff Leichtmetall mit Einlagen und aufgelegtem vergoldeten Liktorenbündel. Blanke Rückenklinge. Schwarz lachierte Eisenscheide mit vergoldeten Beschlägen. Gehänge mit vergoldetem Chevron und schwarzem Lederband, an der Spitze das "M" (Mussolini) auf weißer Lederunterlage und der albanische Doppeladler. Dieser Dolch stammt aus dem Besitz des Sekretärs der Nationalen Faschistischen Partei Albaniens, Tefik Mborja. Pugnale per ufficiali della MVSN mod. 37. Catenella di sospensione del pugnale con la M e un aquila ad ali spiegate poggiante su di un fascio. Catenella con gallone dorato e striscia di pelle nera, in alto la M e l'aquila bicipite albanese. Pugnale appartenuto a Tefik Mborja Segretario del Partito Nazionale Fascista d'Albania. Tefik Mborja wurde 1888 in Mborje, Vilayet von Monastir, Osmanisches Reich (heute Albanien), geboren. Mborja war in den Jahren zwischen den beiden Weltkriegen Parlamentsabgeordneter. Er war ein entschiedener Gegner von Ahmet Zogu und unterstützte Fan Noli. Mborja diente ab 1924 als Nolis Vertreter in Rom. Er wurde beauftragt, die diplomatischen Beziehungen mit der Sowjetunion aufzubauen und stand deshalb in Kontakt mit dem sowjetischen Vertreter in Rom, Konstantin Juranew. In Italien freundete er sich mit der Familie des Grafen Galeazzo Ciano an. Er studierte Rechtswissenschaften in Rom. Nach dem Einmarsch der italienischen Truppen in Albanien im Jahr 1939 wurde Mborja vom albanischen Provisorischen Komitee zum neuen Präfekten der Provinz Korçë ernannt. Als einen Monat nach der Invasion die Albanische Faschistische Partei gegründet wurde, wurde Mborja von Viktor Emanuel III. zum Generalsekretär der Partei ernannt. Das Hauptkriterium für seine Ernennung waren die Beziehungen zur Familie Ciano, die er in den 1920er Jahren gepflegt hatte. Als Generalsekretär der Albanischen Faschistischen Partei wurde Mborja als Minister von Amts wegen in die albanische Regierung aufgenommen. Durch seine Position in der Regierung konnte Mborja einen gewissen politischen Einfluss auf die Regierungspolitik ausüben. Die italienischen Faschisten behielten jedoch ein Vetorecht über die Aktionen der albanischen Partei, und Mborjas Arbeit wurde von Giovanni Giro (Generalinspekteur der Partei und enger Mitarbeiter von Benito Mussolini) überwacht. Theoretisch sollte Mborja laut seiner offiziellen Biografie in die Führung der Faschistischen Partei Italiens eingebunden werden, wobei unklar war, in welcher Funktion. Am 29. Mai 1939 wurde er zum Mitglied der Italienischen Kammer der Faszien und Unternehmen sowie des Zentralrats der korporativen Wirtschaft ernannt. Im Dezember 1944 wurde er von albanischen Kommunisten verhaftet und im Frühjahr 1945 von einem Sondergericht zu 20 Jahren Haft verurteilt. Er wurde in der Haft vergiftet und starb 1954. Einmaliger und historisch hochinteressanter Dolch von größter Seltenheit.Foreign Militaria - Italy : Dagger of Tefik Mborja Secretary of the National Fascist Party of Albania.MVSN Mod. 37 Officer's dagger. The grip light metal with inlays and applied gilt lictor bundle. Blank single-edged blade. Black lacquered iron scabbard with gilt fittings. Hilt with gilt chevron and black leather strap, the "M" (Mussolini) on white leather backing and the Albanian double-headed eagle at the tip. This dagger belonged to the secretary of the National Fascist Party of Albania, Tefik Mborja. Tefik Mborja was born in 1888, in Mborje, Vilayet of Monastir, Ottoman Empire (today Albania). Mborja was a member of parliament during the interbellum years. A staunch opponent of Ahmet Zogu, he supported Fan Noli. Mborja was served as Noli's representative in Rome from 1924. He was assigned to establish the diplomatic relations with Soviet Union, and for this reason he communicate with Soviet representative in Rome Konstantin Juranev. In Italy, he befriended the family of Count Galeazzo Ciano. He studied jurisprudence in Rome. With the invasion of Albania by Italian forces in 1939, Mborja was appointed new Prefect of the province of Korçë by the Albanian Provisional Committee. When the Albanian Fascist Party was founded within a month of the invasion, Mborja was appointed general secretary of the party by Victor Emmanuel III. The main criteria behind his nomination were the links with the Ciano family that he had cultivated in the 1920s. As the general secretary of the Albanian Fascist Party Mborja was included in the Albanian government as an ex-officio minister. Mborja was able to exercise a certain degree over political influence over government policies through his position in the government. However the Italian fascists retained veto rights over the actions of the Albanian party, and Mborja's work was supervised by Giovanni Giro (inspector-general of the party and a close associate of Benito Mussolini). In theory, according to his official biography, Mborja was supposed to be included in the leadership of the Italian Fascist Party, although was unclear in what function. On May 29, 1939 he was appointed as member of the Italian Chamber of Fasces and Corporations as well as the Central Council of Corporative Economy. He was arrested in December 1944 by Albanian Communists and sentenced with 20 years by the Special Court of Spring 1945. He was poisoned while in prison and died in 1954. Important and historically highly interesting dagger of the greatest rarity.
Vitrinenobjekte und Preziosen : Cartier Diamant Solitär-Ring Modell "1895"Klassiker aus dem Hause Cartier. "1895" Solitär aus 950er Platin mit einem Diamanten im Brillantschliff von ca 1 ct. besetzt und mit Diamanten im Brillantschliff ausgefasst. Leichte Tragspuren, Ringgröße: 49 Signiert Cartier und nummeriert.. Objects of Vertu - Precious Objects : Cartier Diamond Ring Model "1895". Classic by Cartier, "1895" solitaire made of 950 platinum set with a brilliant cut diamond of approx 1 ct. Light wear, ring size: 49 Signed and numbered by Cartier.
Swiss styling and Coventry engineering blend beautifully in this exquisite Drophead Coupé, a masterpiece of understated elegance.Conceived in 1956 and launched in 1958, the Graber-styled TD21 was an immediate success, the combination of a luxury interior, elegant bodywork and 100mph potential appearing very attractive to the rather selective clientele at which it was aimedThe extensive history file which accompanies 6568 D shows that it was initially dispatched new to Brooklands of Bond Street on the 10th October, 1960It's a matching numbers example with factory-fitted chrome wire wheels and a Borg Warner, 3-speed automatic transmissionClassically finished in Alice Blue, its fresh looks are enhanced by the original Ivory, special option Reutter reclining seats with contrasting Teal Blue carpets and a Navy Blue mohair hoodWithin the file are invoices totalling over £4,000 from marque specialists, Red Triangle, for work carried out since 2014Recent upgrades include Coopercraft four-pot calipers, new brake lines, a rebuild of both carburettors and a stainless steel exhaustAttention to the bodywork included a paint refresh with the chrome work re-plated where necessary including, as new, refinished front and rear bumpers. The Burr Walnut dashboard and door cappings have been beautifully restored and re-veneered by ‘Chapman & Cliff’, wood trim restoration specialistsWe understand that 6568 D is lovely to drive with light steering on the move, good brakes and a decent turn of speed. Ownership of an Alvis is something special, and this splendid TD21 will offer its new owner a very individual experience SpecificationMake: ALVISModel: TD21Year: 1960Chassis Number: 26380Registration Number: 6568 DTransmission: AutomaticEngine Number: 26380 Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 17378 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: LeatherClick here for more details, condition report and images
One caring owner and a remarkable 2,849 miles from new. Is there a lower mileage XR3i anywhere else?Introduced in 1983, the second generation XR3, the XR3i featured Bosch K-Jetronic fuel-injection1,597cc OHC, four-cylinder offering 105bhp, 0-60 in 8.5 seconds and 120mphPurchased new in August 1988 by our vendor and only covered 2,849 miles in 34 yearsFull belt service and MOT in 2016. Not currently used so will need some light recommissioningOur vendor is now reluctantly offering the car for sale as he cannot bring himself to use itA 'cult car' amongst Performance Ford enthusiasts and still prized todayOffered Without Reserve, a fabulous opportunity to acquire what may be the lowest mileage XR3i on the market SpecificationMake: FORDModel: ESCORTYear: 1988Chassis Number: SFABXXBBABJC03566Registration Number: F145 PDGTransmission: ManualEngine Number: JC03566 Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 2849 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: ClothClick here for more details, condition report and images
Stately Mark VI clothed by Freestone & Webb in their elegant 'Design 3406' four-door, six-light coachwork.Dating from 1951, this elegant Mark VI (#B10LJ) continues to present well in Mason Black over Dark Olive Green with a gold coachline echoed on the Olive Green wheel rimsLong established coachbuilder, Freestone & Webb of Willesden, North London created bespoke bodywork for 106 Mark VI Bentleys of which 18 were finished to their design reference 3046/C. #B10LJ was further specified with privacy glass and electric rear windows (the front ones are manual quick release)The car's first owner is recorded as Lieutenant-Colonel W.E.Frieze of the European Wool Co. Ltd who kept the Bentley from June 1951 until 1969. It was subsequently enjoyed by Ernest Hilton until 1972, Cyril Voce to 2004, Timothy Lovell to 2018 and finally our vendor. All this information is included in the car's fascinating history fileDescribed by our vendor as predominantly unrestored but well maintained and benefitting from an engine rebuild in 1998The interior is comfortable and has been retrimmed at some point in a lovely shade of Sage Green piped in blackIt's supplied with its original large and small tools, early handbook and a copy of Bernard King’s book on the model, Complete Classics No. 9, picturing B10L and signed by the authorWith a current indicated mileage of 87,468 over 71 years, this venerable Bentley appears to have enjoyed a fairly gentle life and is said to drive rather well for its advancing years SpecificationMake: BENTLEYModel: MARK VI BY FREESTONE AND WEBBYear: 1951Chassis Number: B10LJRegistration Number: LGK 64Transmission: ManualEngine Number: B5.LDrive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 87454 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: Sage Green LeatherClick here for more details, condition report and images
An excellent opportunity for some track day fun on offer at No Reserve.Finished in Graphite Grey with a stripped-out interiorMamba race seat with a full harness, bolted-in full roll cage, Lifeline fire extinguisher, internal battery, remote cut-offStandard 1.6-litre engine and 5-speed gearbox fittedUnused for a while but properly dry stored and will require some light recommissioningSupplied with its original Book Pack and a file of old MOTs and invoicesHas obviously been circuit raced at some point. Could be returned to the circuits depending on there still being an eligible Race Series and the legality and currency of all the 'lifed' equipment (seat, belts, cage, extinguisher, electrical cut-offs etc.)Otherwise could be great fun on track-days for a beginnerSpecificationMake: PEUGEOTModel: 205Year: 1989Chassis Number: VF320CB6223287634Registration Number: F892 TLHTransmission: ManualEngine Number: 1CT62052003Drive Side: Right-hand DriveMake: RHDClick here for more details, condition report and images
Good looking '68 Mustang soft top in a lovely colour with less than 78,000 miles indicated.According to its VIN, this smart left-hand drive 1968 Mustang Convertible was built in Metuchen, New Jersey and fitted from new with the optional, 195bhp, 289ci V8It was originally delivered to New York in Wimbledon White with a black interior and black soft topImported to the UK in June 1976Unknown when painted but now presents well in an attractive metallic bluePurchased by its current owner in June 2016 and kept in storage with light use sinceSpecificationMake: FORDModel: MUSTANGYear: 1968Chassis Number: 8T08C203304Registration Number: JLD 16KTransmission: AUTOMATICEngine Number: 8T03C203304Drive Side: Left-hand DriveMake: LHDInterior Colour: BLACK VINYLClick here for more details, condition report and images
A CARVED LONGQUAN CELADON 'LOTUS' CHARGER, MING DYNASTY 明代龍泉青釉暗刻蓮紋折沿盤China, 1368-1644. The deep rounded sides supported on a tapered foot and rising to a wide everted rim, finely carved to the interior with a central medallion enclosing a stylized lotus blossom, encircled by scrolling foliage on the cavetto, covered overall in a rich bubble-suffused glaze of a sea-green color, save for the unglazed foot burnt to orange in the firing.Provenance: From a private estate in Oxford, United Kingdom. Condition: Good condition, commensurate with age. The glaze with general signs of wear, usage and aging. Minor firing flaws, light surface scratches, the rim with a single hairline (approx. 9 cm).Weight: 2,462 g Dimensions: Diameter 35.7 cmAuction result comparison: Type: Closely related Auction: Sotheby's Hong Kong, 3 April 2018, lot 3659 Price: HKD 225,000 or approx. EUR 30,000 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writing Description: A 'Longquan' celadon charger, Ming dynasty Expert remark: Compare the closely related form and glaze, and the similar though less freely carved lotus design. Also note the similar size (38.5 cm).明代龍泉青釉暗刻蓮紋折沿盤中國，1368-1644年。此盤形制較大，敞口，折沿，淺弧腹，圈足。裡外遍施青釉。盤壁中央暗刻蓮花紋。胎體厚重，盤形規整。底足露胎燒成橘色。 來源：英國牛津私人舊藏。 品相：狀況良好，釉面有磨損、使用和老化跡象。輕微燒製缺陷和表面劃痕，邊緣有一條冲線（約 9 厘米）。 重量：2,462 克 尺寸：直徑 35.7 厘米 拍賣結果比較： 形制：非常相近 拍賣：香港蘇富比，2018年4月3日，lot 3659 價格：HKD 225,000（相當於今日EUR 30,000） 描述：明代龍泉窰青釉蓮花紋盤 專家評論：比較非常相近的外型、釉面，相似但不流暢的蓮花紋。請注意相似的尺寸(38.5厘米)。
A LARGE AND IMPORTANT BUDDHIST VOTIVE PLAQUE, GILT COPPER REPOUSSE, EARLY TANG DYNASTY 唐初大型重要許願錘鍱鎏金銅牌Expert's note: This seems to be by far the largest and most detailed of all early Tang dynasty gilt repousse votive plaques that have been on the market in a long time. The extent to which this magnificent work of art was cherished by Hisazo Nagatani becomes best perceptible when one looks at the Japanese storage box in which this jewel was kept, with its outer casing, neatly inscribed and made from light wood and elegant red lacquer, the inner storage box with its abundant padding, tightly fitted to the exact dimensions of the plaque itself.China, 618-907, circa 7th century. The thin plaque finely decorated with the central figure of Buddha seated in dhyanasana atop an elaborate lotus throne growing from neatly incised waves flanked by two lions, his right hand raised in abhaya mudra and his left lowered in varada mudra, wearing loose-fitting robes cascading in voluminous folds, a flaming halo behind him and the bodhi tree towering above, flanked by two acolytes and surrounded by groups of worshipping monks and attendant bodhisattvas, all below swirling clouds and two flying apsaras.Provenance: From the collection of Hisazo Nagatani, and thence by descent within the family. The lacquered and padded wood box with an old label, 'Gilt Bronze Slab'. Hisazo Nagatani (1905-1994) was a Japanese-American collector, scholar, and noted dealer of Asian art. Growing up near his birthplace Osaka, he developed a passion for Asian art early on and joined Yamanaka & Co. in 1922, at the age of only 17. He soon moved to Beijing, traveling throughout China, and handling bronzes, porcelains, jades, and other works of art, before relocating to the United States. He eventually became the manager of the Yamanaka gallery on the Magnificent Mile in Chicago until the firm had to cease operations in the United States. In 1944, he opened his own gallery, Nagatani & Co., which flourished for many decades, selling to such important collectors as Robert Mayer, Stephen Junkunc, Avery Brundage, and the Alsdorfs. Nagatani later donated many of his works of art and his important library to museums.Condition: Good and original condition, commensurate with age, displaying simply spectacularly. Extensive wear, tears and losses, minor dents, small nicks, light scratches. Fine, naturally grown patina with malachite encrustations to the front, the back with extensive malachite, cuprite, and azurite encrustations. The gilt remarkably well preserved overall.Weight: 303.2 gDimensions: Height 24.4 cm (the plaque), Size 7 x 38.4 x 29.2 cm (the padded storage box) and 11 x 40.6 x 31.3 cm (the lacquered box)With a Japanese wood storage box, the inner silk padding fitted specifically for the present plaque, and an old Japanese lacquered wood box. (3)Literature comparison: Similar images of the Buddha seated under a roofed structure flanked by numerous bodhisattvas can be found in paintings from the Dunhuang caves, dated to the early 8th century, as evidenced by the fragment in the British Museum, illustrated by A. Farrer and R. Whitfield, Caves of the Thousand Buddhas: Chinese Art from the Silk Route, New York, 1990, page 24, no. 1 and cover. Compare, also, the gilt-bronze plaque in the Hakutsuru Fine Art Museum, Kobe, dated to the Sui dynasty of significantly smaller size (15.4 cm. high) with similar imagery, but lacking the Bodhi tree, illustrated by S. Mizuno, Bronze and Stone Sculpture of China from the Yin to the T'ang Dynasty, Tokyo, 1960, fig. 123.Auction result comparison: Type: Closely related Auction: Christie's New York, 24 March 2004, lot 74 Price: USD 17,925 or approx. EUR 27,500 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writing Description: A small gilt-metal Buddhist plaque, Tang dynasty Expert remark: Compare the closely related form and subject with a similar depiction of the Buddha seated under a canopy surrounded by bodhisattvas and worshippers, as well as the similar tear line at the top. Note the much smaller size (9.2 cm).Auction result comparison: Type: Closely related Auction: Christie's Hong Kong, 29 October 2001, lot 507 Price: HKD 1,035,000 or approx. EUR 183,000 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writing Description: A very rare repousse gilt-copper Buddhist votive plaque, early Tang dynasty, 7th centuryExpert remark: Compare the closely related form and subject with a similar depiction of the Buddha seated under a canopy surrounded by bodhisattvas and worshippers. Note the smaller size (19.2 cm).Auction result comparison: Type: Related Auction: Christie's New York, 30 March 2005, lot 237 Price: USD 102,000 or approx. EUR 150,000 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writing Description: A rare gilt-copper Buddhist plaque, early Tang dynasty, 7th century Expert remark: Note the significantly smaller size (11.4 cm).唐初大型重要許願錘鍱鎏金銅牌中國，618-907年，約七世紀。薄薄的銅牌上精美錘鍱佛陀坐禪坐於蓮座上，蓮座從波浪中升起，兩側是兩隻獅子，右手上舉施無畏印，左手下垂施與願印，身著長袍，衣褶條紋流暢，身後有光背。菩提樹高高聳立，兩側有僧眾、侍從菩薩，兩飛天。由於字數限制，完整中文敘述請至www.zacke.at查看。
A LARGE AND MASSIVE BRONZE VAJRA, 17TH-18TH CENTURY 十七至十八世紀大型銅金鋼杵Tibet. Heavily cast, the central rod made of iron, the four-pronged vajra decorated in relief with worshippers to the lower end of each prong flanked by incised borders, the central sphere framed by a beaded border and a foliate band. Provenance: From an old South German private collection, by repute acquired from Schoettle Ostasiatika between 1968 and 1989, and thence by descent to the last owner. Condition: Very good condition with old wear and some casting imperfections. The iron with encrustations. Few minuscule nicks and light scratches here and there. Fine, naturally grown, dark patina. Weight: 987.1 g Dimensions: Length 24.2 cm The vajra, a symbol of indestructibility and power, is one of the primary ritual symbols in Tibetan Buddhism. Derived from Sanskrit and translating to both thunderbolt and diamond, the vajra consists of two sets of prongs from which lotus petals emanate, flanking a central sphere. Often used in combination with a bell, which represents feminine wisdom, the vajra symbolizes the masculine attribute of skillful means or compassion.Auction result comparison: Type: Closely relatedAuction: Sotheby's Hong Kong, 30 June 2020, lot 6034Price: HKD 37,500 or approx. EUR 4,500 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A large bronze vajra, Tibet, 17th centuryExpert remark: Compare the similar decoration, though showing dragons instead of worshippers, and related size (26 cm). Note that the vajra is six-pronged and slightly less elaborate than the present lot.十七至十八世紀大型銅金鋼杵西藏。兩端首作五股式，摩羯首銜之，中央鑄鐵，托以蓮瓣，手執處光素。 來源：德國南部知名私人收藏，據説1968-1989年間購於Schoettle Ostasiatika ，保存至今。 品相：品相良好，有磨損和一些鑄造缺陷。鑄鐵部分有結殼。局部有微小刻痕和輕微劃痕。自然生長的天然深色包漿。 重量：987.1 克 尺寸：長24.2 厘米 拍賣結果比較： 形制：非常相近 拍賣：香港蘇富比, 2020年6月30日, lot 6034 價格：HKD 37,500（相當於今日EUR 4,500） 描述：十七世紀藏傳銅金剛杵 專家評論：比較相似的裝飾，但裝飾龍而非禮拜者，以及相近的尺寸 (26 厘米)。請注意此金剛杵為六股式和較少裝飾。
A ZITAN 'CHILONG' BOX AND COVER, QING DYNASTY 清代紫檀螭龍紋蓋盒China, 1750-1850. Of circular form with straight sides, the cover slightly domed and carved with a sinuous chilong grasping its tail. The chilong's mane, face, and spine are finely incised. The zitan wood is overall of a rich reddish-black tone and shows an attractive grain with distinct crab's claw marks.Provenance: British trade. Condition: Very good condition with some old wear from extensive handling, few expected age cracks and small nicks, light surface scratches. Naturally grown patina with an unctuous feel to the surface. Weight: 124.9 g Dimensions: Diameter 8.4 cmAuction result comparison:Type: RelatedAuction: Sotheby's Hong Kong, 6 April 2016, lot 3688Estimate: HKD 250,000 or approx. EUR 35,000 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A small zitan circular box and cover, 17th centuryExpert remark: Compare the related form, carved decorations, and similar size (8.7 cm)清代紫檀螭龍紋蓋盒中國，1750-1850年。圓盒，直邊，蓋子略呈圓頂，刻有一條蜿蜒的螭龍抓自己的尾巴，身形矯健，細節精湛。 紫檀整體呈濃郁的紅黑色調，紋路誘人，蟹爪紋明顯。 來源：英國古玩交易 品相：狀況極好，一些磨損，老化裂縫和小刻痕，輕微的表面劃痕。自然包漿，表面瑩潤。 重量：124.9 克 尺寸：直徑 8.4 厘米 拍賣結果比較： 形制：相近 拍賣：香港蘇富比，2016年4月6日，lot 3688 估價：HKD 250,000（相當於今日EUR 35,000） 描述：十七世紀紫檀花卉紋圓蓋盒，《王和珍玩》款 專家評論：比較相近外型、雕刻款式、相似的尺寸(8.7厘米)。
A COPPER ALLOY REPOUSSE PLAQUE OF A 'PANCHA RAKSHA' PROTECTOR GODDESS 鎏金銅錘鍱五部護法Tibet, 18th-19th century or slightly earlier. Seated in lalitasana atop a double lotus base with beaded upper edge, the right foot on a small lotus support. Her main left hand holds the dharmachakra at her chest and her main right grasps her billowing scarf, the other six hands radiating around her held in karana mudra and holding a sword, bow, arrow, trident, vajra, and axe. Her face with almond-shaped eyes, thick brows, urna, and full lips, flanked by three further heads. Backed by a flaming mandorla. The reverse neatly incised with a short inscription. Inscriptions: To reverse, 'Khung Nak la Namo' ('Greetings to Khung Nak')Provenance: From a private collection in southern Germany, acquired before 2007, and thence by descent.Condition: Very good condition with minor old wear, minuscule nicks, light scratches, small dents. Weight: 268.0 gDimensions: Height 15.3 cmThe Pancha Raksha, or five protector goddesses, are a group of female deities who are personifications of five early Buddhist sutras, the oldest of which dates to the 4th century. Principle among the five deities are Maha Pratisara, Maha Sahasrapramardini, Maya Mayuri, Shitavati and Mantra Manudharani. Each has specific functions directed towards accomplishing worldly welfare and happiness, preventing and surviving natural disasters, curing snakebites, overcoming fear, and averting pestilence and epidemics.The iconography for the Pancha Raksha varies with local practice, and each can differ in color, attributes, and number of faces and arms, making it difficult to identify any representation of these deities with a particular sutra.鎏金銅錘鍱五部護法西藏，十八至十九世紀或更早。五部護法呈游戲姿坐於雙層蓮座上，左腳踩在一個小蓮台上。左主手在胸前握住法輪，右手握住飄帶，其他六隻手分別持不同法器，如劍、弓、箭、三叉戟、金剛杵和斧頭。細眉長目，雙眉之間有白毫，旁邊還有三首，後有光背，背面有款。 款識：Khung Nak la Namo（向Khung Nak問好） 來源：德國南部私人收藏，購於2007年，保存至今。 品相：品相極好，輕微磨損，微小的劃痕和小凹痕。 重量：268.0 克 尺寸：高15.3 厘米
A BRONZE 'TWIN BOYS' WEIGHT, MING DYNASTY 明代四喜童子銅鎮China, 1386-1644. The bronze cast in the form of two reclining boys arranged head to toe, each with legs in a near-crossed position, both heads supported by one arm, one boy holding a cup, the other a bell. Their waist incised with a floral diapered band.Provenance: From a German private collection. Condition: Good condition with old wear, traces of use and casting irregularities, few nicks and light surface scratches.Weight: 121.4 g Dimensions: Size 4.6 x 4.9 cmAuction result comparison:Type: Closely relatedAuction: Sotheby's Hong Kong, 4 June 2020, lot 449Price: HKD 52,500 or approx. EUR 6,800 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A bronze 'twin boys' group, 17th centuryExpert remark: Compare the closely related form and incised waist band. Note the size (7.7 cm).明代四喜童子銅鎮 中國，1386-1644年。二童面龐豐腴，眉弓弧彎，杏目微啟，眉鼻相連，一童手持杯子，另一童子持鈴鐺。經過巧妙組合，無論是上是下，是左是右，無論從哪個角度觀賞，孩童或立或臥，或背或對，相互構成四個完整的戲耍孩童，意趣盎然，惹人疼愛。 來源：德國私人收藏。 品相：狀況良好，有磨損、使用痕跡和鑄件不規則，輕微劃痕。 重量：121.4 克 尺寸：4.6 x 4.9 厘米 拍賣結果比較： 形制：非常相近 拍賣：香港蘇富比，2020年6月4日，lot 449 價格：HKD 52,500（相當於今日EUR 6,800） 描述：十七世紀銅雙喜童子 專家評論：比較非常相近外型和腰部雕刻。請注意尺寸(7.7 厘米)。
A RARE GUAN-TYPE VASE, HU, QIANLONG MARK AND PERIOD 乾隆款及年代仿官釉雙耳壺China, 1736-1795. The ovoid body supported on a thick spreading foot and tapering to a waisted flared neck, set to either side with a lion-head-form loop handle over a molded mock ring handle at the shoulder, applied overall in a thick bluish-gray glaze suffused with a bold network of steel gray and pale gold crackles stopping at the unglazed foot ring dressed in a dark brown wash in imitation of Song dynasty guan ware. The recessed base with an underglaze-blue six-character mark da Qing Qianlong nianzhi and of the period.Provenance: Swiss trade. Condition: Fine condition overall with wear and firing irregularities, shallow surface scratches, the rim with a small chip and associated minor old repair. Please request further detail images as well as a video, shot under strong blue light, for accurate documentation of the condition of the present lot.Weight: 6,002 gDimensions: Height 37 cmThe crisply molded lion-form loop handles on the present piece are striking, varying from the usual shallow applied lion-mask handles with pendent rings or the rarer elephant-head loop handles. The bold feature is a charming 18th-century innovation on a vase that in both form and glaze references two well-known early accomplishments of Chinese art: the iconic hu form derived from the great bronzes of the Shang dynasty and the rich crackled glaze of the famed Guan wares of the Southern Song dynasty. The official or Guan ware was produced for the court in the capital, Hangzhou, in Zhejiang province. Laohudong in southern Hangzhou appears to have been the most important Guan kiln creating wares with an attractive crackled glaze, a version of which is seen on the present piece. The crackle was purposefully made utilizing refined technical skill to calibrate a cooling rate for the wares that would produce the different layers of fissures and allow them to be filled with two to three different colors. The present piece with its two tones references the jinsi tiexian (gold thread and iron wire).Such a pointed allusion to the past served to both pay homage to the past while simultaneously noting the technical achievements of the present. Archaism enjoyed a major revival during the height of the Qing dynasty under the Yongzheng and Qianlong emperors. The combination of a precious glaze and ancient form suggests a deep appreciation and respect for the past, together with the want for its preservation.Auction result comparison: Type: Near-identical Auction: Sotheby's New York, 17 March 2015, lot 287 Price: USD 87,500 or approx. EUR 107,500 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writing Description: A rare Guan-type vase, Hu, Qianlong seal mark and period Expert remark: Compare the identical form, two-tone crackled glaze, and extremely rare lion-form loop handles. Note the smaller size (30 cm).乾隆款及年代仿官釉雙耳壺中國，1736-1795年。仿漢壺尊形制，鼓腹，外撇圈足。頸部兩側有獅首耳，通體及足內均施仿官釉，釉面開片紋。胎體優美，造型素雅，猶可辨趙宋遺韻。圈足内六字篆書款“大清乾隆年製”。 來源：瑞士古玩交易。 品相：整體狀況良好，磨損和燒製不規則，表面淺劃痕，邊緣有小磕損和相應小修。請聯繫部門詢問更多細節圖片以及在強藍光下拍攝的視頻，以準確查看當前拍品的狀況。 重量：6,002 克 尺寸：高37 厘米 這件作品上造型清晰的獅首耳特別引人注目，與通常帶有活環的獅首或較罕見的象首耳不同。此器的造型、釉色都極似宋代的作品，是仿古之作。清雍正時期對宋代五大名窯的仿製取得了空前的成就，摹古水平極高。此時所仿製的宋代官窯釉面或有冰裂紋或無片紋，其紋呈白色或鐵色。胎色黑，頗能體現宋代官窯 “紫口鐵足”的特色，在清代文獻中被稱為“鐵骨大觀”。拍賣結果比較： 形制：幾乎相同 拍賣：紐約蘇富比，2015年3月17日，lot 287 價格：USD 87,500（相當於今日EUR 107,500） 描述：清乾隆官式瑞獸耳壺 《大清乾隆年製》款 專家評論：比較幾乎相同的外型、雙色調的釉面開片，以及罕見的獅首耳。請注意尺寸較小 (30 厘米)。
A LARGE BLUE AND WHITE 'HUNTING SCENE' DISH, KANGXI PERIOD 康熙時期青花開光《狩獵圖》大盤China, 1662-1722. The shallow rounded sides rising from a short tapered foot to a wide flaring rim. Finely painted to the interior with equestrian hunters brandishing spears, swords, and a bow and arrow, amid craggy rockwork and two white hares, encircled by a diaper border and a band of alternating birds and floral sprays between lines.Provenance: From a private collection in London, United Kingdom.Condition: The rim with extensive frits, some with associated old repairs, and a small hairline (only visible under strong blue light), the foot with some fritting as well.Weight: 1,580 gDimensions: Diameter 36.3 cmThe rim with rectangular reserves divided by diaper borders and enclosing birds and flowers, encircled by another diaper border. The exterior rim with evenly spaced floral sprays. The base with a parasol mark in a shaped reserve within a double circle.During the early Qing dynasty, up until the 1680s, conditions were unsettled in China and the making of Imperial wares as well as the use of reign marks on porcelain was restricted in various ways. During this period, different types of other marks came into use, including lingzhi fungus marks and double circles. The mark found on the present lot, in the form of a parasol, an important Buddhist symbol, appears to be very rare but is clearly part of the same group.Auction result comparison: Compare a related blue and white dish with a hunting scene, with a Chenghua mark and also dated to the Kangxi period, at Christie's Amsterdam in Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art on 3 May 2005, lot 182, sold for EUR 9,600. Compare also a related blue and white brushpot painted with a hunting scene, with a Xuande mark and also dated to the Kangxi period, at Christie's New York in Important Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art on 24 September 2021, lot 802, sold for USD 125,000. 康熙時期青花開光《狩獵圖》大盤中國，1662-1722年。折沿，淺腹，圈足。盤内中央開光描繪馬上狩獵圖，獵人揮舞著長矛、劍和弓箭，追趕著兩隻野兔。四周開光描繪花鳥卷葉紋。來源：英國私人收藏。 品相：邊緣有大量熔塊，有一些相關舊時修復，還有一條細小的裂紋（僅在強藍光下可見），足部也有一些熔塊。 重量：1,580 克 尺寸：直徑36.3 厘米 拍賣結果比較: 比較一件相近的成化款康熙時期青花《狩獵圖》大盤，見阿姆斯特丹佳士得Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art 2005年5月3日 lot 182, 售價EUR 9,600；另一件宣德款康熙時期的青花《狩獵圖》筆筒，見紐約佳士得Important Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art 2021年9月 24 日lot 802, 售價USD 125,000。
† AN AGATE PENDANT OF A SQUIRREL WITH PEANUTS, 18TH-19TH CENTURY 十八至十九世紀瑪瑙巧雕松鼠花生掛件China. Carved in the form of a squirrel nestled between three peanuts, pierced through the body with two apertures for suspension. The translucent stone of amber-orange tone with areas of an opaque golden-yellow skin.Provenance: French private collection. Artcurial, Paris, 8 December 2014, lot 75 (part lot). A notable private collector in Kensington, London, United Kingdom, acquired from the above. An old collector's label, 'Brown chalcedony - rat & 3 peanuts', to the base. A copy of the original invoice from Artcurial, dated 9 December 2014 and stating a purchase price for the present lot (together with two further agate pendants and a malachite pendant, all dated to the late Qing dynasty) of EUR 18,200 or approx. EUR 21,500 (adjusted for inflation at the time of writing), accompanies this lot. Condition: Good condition with minor wear, few minuscule nicks, and light surface scratches.Weight: 26.7 g (excl. stand) and 40 g (incl. stand) Dimensions: Length 4.2 cm With a wood stand dating to the early 20th century. (2)Auction result comparison:Type: Closely relatedAuction: Sotheby's London, 13 May 2015, lot 221Estimate: GBP 4,000 or approx. EUR 5,600 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: An agate squirrel group, Qing dynasty, 18th/19th century13% VAT will be added to the hammer price additional to the buyer's premium - only for buyers within the EU.十八至十九世紀瑪瑙巧雕松鼠花生掛件中國。瑪瑙巧雕松鼠與三顆花生，活靈活現，異常生動。一個穿孔用於懸掛。琥珀糖色的半透明瑪瑙，留皮。 來源：法國私人收藏；巴黎Artcurial，2014年12月8日，lot 75 (部分)；倫敦肯辛頓知名私人收藏，購於上述拍賣。底部有一個收藏家標籤“Brown chalcedony - rat & 3 peanuts” （褐色玉髓，老鼠和三顆花生）。隨附原始拍賣行發票副本，2014年12月9日出具，價格爲 (與其他兩件瑪瑙掛件和一件孔雀石掛件，都爲清末) EUR 18,200 相當於現在的 EUR 21,500 。 品相：狀況良好，有輕微磨損，少量細小的刻痕和表面輕微劃痕。 重量：26.7 克 (不含底座) ，總40 克 尺寸：長4.2 厘米 配置二十世紀初木質底座。 拍賣結果比較： 形制：非常相近 拍賣：倫敦蘇富比，2015年5月13日，lot 221 估價：GBP 4,000（相當於今日EUR 5,600） 描述：清十八至十九世紀瑪瑙松鼠擺件
† A SMALL WHITE MARBLE FIGURE OF A LION, TANG DYNASTY 唐代小漢白玉獅Published: Religion and Ritual, Michael B. Weisbrod, Inc., 1987, no. 19.China, 618-907. Finely carved, the beast seated on its haunches atop a rectangular plinth and facing forward with the mouth wide open in a ferocious roar, the fierce expression further marked by large bulging eyes. Three long strands of a split beard are smoothly carved on the chest below the chin in rounded relief. The pointed ears are laid back above the thick, subtly carved curls of the mane. Its tail curls around the figure's right side with the end lying over the back paw and below the chest.Provenance: Michael B. Weisbrod, Inc., New York, USA, acquired 1985 in the Hong Kong market. The collection of J. Abraham Cohen, New York, USA, acquired from the above. Michael B. Weisbrod, Inc., New York, USA, 2010, acquired from the above. A notable Canadian private collection, acquired from the above. Michael B. Weisbrod is a noted scholar of Chinese art, who has published extensively on the subject over a time span of more than 50 years. In 1972, Michael joined his father Dr. Gerald Weisbrod's Asian art gallery in Toronto, Canada. The father-and-son team opened their New York location on Madison Avenue in 1977, and during the next 45 years the gallery held a significant number of exhibitions, selling to museums and private collectors across the globe, eventually adding further locations in Shanghai and Hong Kong.Condition: Superb condition, commensurate with age. Small losses and nicks, light scratches, old wear and weathering, some imperfections to the stone. Fine, naturally grown patina with an unctuous feel and a magnificent ivory color overall.Weight: 1,837 g Dimensions: Height 16.2 cmThe lion is well represented in Buddhist art of the Tang dynasty. Its roar was said to represent the dissemination of the Buddhist scriptures. In their role as guardian figures, lions can be found not only lining spirit roads which lead to imperial tombs, but also in pairs in tombs, such as the pair of small marble lions found guarding the front room of the underground hoard of Buddhist relics at the Famen Temple. See Famen Temple, Shanxi, 1990, pp. 164-167. This figure is stylistically related to other marble lions of Tang date that are also seated on a plinth, some facing forward, some with the mouth open.Literature comparison: The present marble lion bears a strong resemblance to one of the large stone guardian lions along the spirit path of the Qian Ling mausoleum, the tomb of Emperor Gao Zong and Empress Wu Zetian near Xi'an, illustrated by Qian, Out of China's Earth, page 156, and also by Siren, Chinese Sculpture from the Fifth to the Fourteenth Century, volume 4, pl. 431A. Allowing the difference in size and material, there is a marked similarity in the shape of the muzzle, the split beard and the collar of flesh between the shoulders and legs. The large stone lion is probably no later than AD 683, the year of Gao Zong's death.Auction result comparison: Type: Closely related Auction: Christie's New York, 24 September 2020, lot 908 Price: USD 475,000 or approx. EUR 533,500 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writing Description: A small white marble figure of a seated lion, China, Tang dynasty Expert remark: Compare the closely related pose, roar, split beard, bulging eyes, and plinth. Note the similar size (18.2 cm).Auction result comparison: Type: Closely related Auction: Christie's New York, 25 March 2022, lot 742 Price: USD 75,600 or approx. EUR 74,000 converted at the time of writing Description: A superb carved white marble figure of a lion, Tang dynasty Expert remark: Compare the closely related pose, roar, split beard, bulging eyes, and plinth. Note the similar size (17 cm).13% VAT will be added to the hammer price additional to the buyer's premium - only for buyers within the EU.唐代小漢白玉獅中國，618-907年。雕工精巧，石獅呈現蹲坐式樣，前肢斜伸，胸部挺起，獅頭昂揚，雙目圓睜，頭頸處鬃毛分成數縷垂捲，細膩逼真，體格雄健。它的尾巴捲曲在右側，末端位於後爪上方和胸部下方。出版：Michael B. Weisbrod，Inc.，《Religion and Ritual》，1987年，編號19。 來源：美國Michael B. Weisbrod藝廊，1985年購於香港；美國紐約J. Abraham Cohen收藏；B. Weisbrod藝廊2010年購於上述收藏。美國紐約Michael B. Weisbrod私人收藏。 品相：狀態極好，小缺損和刻痕，輕微的劃痕，磨損和風化，石質有些不完美之美。自然包漿，瑩潤細膩。 重量：1,837 克 尺寸：高16.2 厘米由於字數限制，完整中文敘述請至www.zacke.at查看。
A PORCELAIN WATER POT, WITH MATCHING BRONZE SPOON AND WOOD STAND, QING DYNASTY 清代青花釉裏紅纏枝蓮紋蝙蝠水丞China, 18th-19th century. Of compressed globular form with a short straight neck, painted in underglaze blue and copper red, the neck encircled by a ruyi shaped border, the shoulders with a ring of ten stylized bats above a diapered floral band, surrounded by a dense pattern of red dots, the lower half with four stylized lotus flowerheads amid scrolling vines. The recessed base with a single-line circle in underglaze blue against a creamy-white crackled ground.With a finely carved wood stand and an elegantly curved bronze spoon showing an open worked and cloud-shaped terminal, all most likely dating from the same period and therefore a rare set. (3)Provenance: From the collection of David and Diane Buck, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. The base with an old collector's label inscribed 'Buck'. Prof. Emeritus David Douglas Buck (born 1936) is an American scholar of Chinese history who worked as a professor at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee from 1972 until his retirement. He received his PhD from Stanford University and has written several books on Chinese history, including “Urban Change in China: Politics and Development in Tsianan Shantung 1890-1949”. Condition: Very good condition with minor wear and manufacturing flaws, including pitting and dark spots, the base with minuscule nicks and light surface scratches. The wood stand with some wear, few nicks, and a minor old repair to one foot. The bronze spoon in superb condition with a fine patina overall.Weight: 121.3 g (excl. base and spoon), 174.7 g (total) Dimensions: Diameter 9.2 cm Literature comparison: Compare a remotely related Yongzheng-marked ruby-red glass waterpot with a related curved metal spoon terminating in a dragon head at Sotheby's Hong Kong, 2 May 2005, lot 549.Auction result comparison:Type: Remotely relatedAuction: Christie's Hong Kong, 28 November 2012, lot 2403Price: HKD 400,000 or approx. EUR 64,500 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A carved white jade water pot and metal spoon, Qing dynasty, 18th centuryExpert remark: Compare the related form and bat motif of the water pot, and related curved metal spoon. Note the different size (5.2 cm) and that the water pot is carved from white jade.清代青花釉裏紅纏枝蓮紋蝙蝠水丞中國，十八至十九世紀。短直頸，鼓腹，圈足。青花釉裏紅，頸圍青花如意紋帶，肩部一圈釉裏紅點為地，由十隻蝙蝠組成的紋飾；腹部以上為一圈菱形花紋飾帶，腹部以下纏枝蓮紋。圈足内藍花單圈。相配的銅勺和木底座。 來源：美國威斯康星州密爾沃基David 與Diane Buck收藏。底部有收藏標籤，上寫“Buck”字樣。Emeritus David Douglas Buck (出生於1936) 教授是一位美國中國歷史學者，1972 年至退休，一直在威斯康星大學密爾沃基分校擔任教授。他在斯坦福大學獲得博士學位，並撰寫了多本關於中國歷史的書籍，包括《Urban Change in China: Politics and Development in Tsianan Shantung 1890-1949”》（中國的城市變遷：1890-1949 年山東天安的政治與發展）。 品相：狀況極好，有輕微磨損和製造缺陷，包含點時和黑點，底座有微小的刻痕和輕微的表面劃痕。木架有一些磨損和刻痕，一隻腳有輕微的修理。銅勺狀況極佳，整體帶有細膩包漿。 重量：121.3 克 (不含底座和小勺)，總174.7 克 尺寸：直徑9.2 厘米 文獻比較： 比較一件稍微相近雍正款寶石紅水丞，有相近的龍首金屬小勺，見香港蘇富比，2005年5月2日，lot 549。 拍賣結果比較： 形制：稍微相近 拍賣：香港佳士得，2012年11月28，lot 2403 價格：HKD 400,000（相當於今日EUR 64,500） 描述：清十八世紀白玉雕蝠紋桃形水丞及金屬龍首勺 專家評論：比較相近的外型、蝙蝠主題和相配的金屬小勺。請注意尺寸不同 (5.2 厘米) ，以及此水丞為白玉雕。
A COPPER ALLOY FIGURE OF VAJRAPANI 銅合金金剛手菩薩Tibet, 17th-18th century. Well cast, the fierce protector of Buddhism and its flock looms with a large belly and fierce snarl, striding in alidhasana on two prostrate figures atop a lotus base under a flaming mandorla, his raised right hand holding a vajra and his lowered left a ghanta with vajra handle, dressed in a tiger skin draped over his back and adorned with beaded jewelry, a coiled snake, and a garland of freshly severed heads, with an elephant head and another human head hanging from his right shoulder.Provenance: Old Viennese private collection, built over several generations between 1910 and 1975, thence by descent in the same family.Condition: In good condition with old wear and some casting flaws, minor nicks, dents and losses, light scratches, some of the inlaid stones are later replacements. The inlay to the right earring is original and made from glass paste in imitation of turquoise. The back with a sacred rectangular cavity, sealed with an old metal plate and associated soldering. Fine natural patina overall with an even, copper-brown tone.Weight: 743.6 gDimensions: Height 17.1 cmHis wrathful face with large bulging eyes below furrowed brows centered by an urna, his flaming hair secured by a skull tiara. The sealed base with a punched double vajra design. Literature comparison: Compare a related Tibetan copper alloy figure of Vajrapani, dated 18th century, 30.5 cm, with gilding and stone inlay, in the collection of the Rubin Museum, object number C2002.17.2.Auction result comparison: Type: RelatedAuction: Bonhams Hong Kong, 3 October 2017, lot 27Price: HKD 1,250,000 or approx. EUR 162,000 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A copper alloy figure of Vajrapani, Tibet, 17th/18th centuryExpert remark: Compare the lotus base and flaming mandorla as well as Vajrapani's expression and pose. Note the significantly larger size of 46 cm. 西藏，十七至十八世紀。金剛手菩薩雙目圓睜，雙眉之間有白毫，蓄短鬚，忿怒相，袒胸露腹，頭戴骷髏花冠，火焰狀的赤飄揚於頭頂，左手持金剛鈴，右手高舉金剛杵，下身著虎皮裙，左展姿立於蓮座之上。後有光背。 來源：維也納私人老收藏，在1910 年與1975年期間，經過幾代人的共同努力建立，在同一家族保存至今。 品相：品相良好，有磨損和一些鑄造缺陷，輕微的刻痕和凹痕，一些鑲嵌的石頭是後來的替代品。 右耳環的鑲嵌物是原始的，是仿綠松石玻璃製成。背面有一個矩形舊金屬板和相應焊接密封。 整體包漿細膩，具有均勻的銅棕色色調。 重量：743.6 克 尺寸：高17.1 厘米 底部封底，可見雙金剛杵印。文獻比較： 比較一件相近的18世紀西藏銅合金金剛手菩薩，30.5 厘米，鎏金和鑲石，見Rubin Museum, 藏品編號C2002.17.2。 拍賣結果比較： 形制：相近 拍賣：香港邦翰思,2017年10月3日, lot 27 價格：HKD 1,250,000 （相當於今日EUR 162,000） 描述：十七或十八世紀金鋼手菩薩銅像 專家評論：比較蓮座、背光上的火焰，以及金剛手菩薩的表情和姿勢。請注意尺寸較大（46 厘米）。
A PAIR OF ENAMELED 'BAJIXIANG' BOWLS, QING DYNASTY 清代一對琺琅彩八吉祥紋碗China, 19th century. The porcelain delicately potted, of octagonal form with flaring sides, the exterior neatly incised with the Eight Buddhist Emblems (bajixiang), framed by a ruyi border at the rim and a lappet border above the foot, all in aubergine, lemon yellow, and sapphire blue enamels against a turquoise ground, the interior also covered in turquoise. (2)Provenance: British trade. Each bowl with an old collector's label 'X Qing'. Condition: Good condition with minor wear and manufacturing flaws, including kiln grit, glaze flakes, glaze crazing, each bowl with a hairline, and light surface scratches. Both bowls are slightly warped.Weight: 164.1 g and 171.7 g Dimensions: Length 13.9 cm and 14.1 cmEach with the recessed base incised with an apocryphal six-character mark da Qing Kangxi nianzhi.清代一對琺琅彩八吉祥紋碗中國，十九世紀。瓷碗呈八角形，外壁刻八吉祥紋，邊緣如意紋，近足底有芭蕉紋。綠松石色地上施紫色、檸檬黃色、寶石藍色釉，內部施綠松石色釉。 來源：英國古玩交易，每個碗上都有舊藏標籤“X Qing”。 品相：狀況良好，有輕微磨損和製造缺陷，包括窯砂、釉片、釉裂，每個碗都有冲線和輕微的表面劃痕。兩個碗都略微翹曲。 重量：分別為164.1 克與171.7 克 尺寸：長 13.9 厘米and 14.1 厘米 圈足内六字偽款“大清康熙年製”。
A YELLOW AND RUSSET MINIATURE 'PIG DRAGON' PENDANT, ZHULONG, MING DYNASTY 明代黃玉帶皮小豬龍China, c. 16th-17th century or earlier. Of iconic form with a coiled body and superbly rendered head, subtly detailed with bulging eyes, a wrinkled snout and flared nostrils, the slit below the sealed lips terminated before meeting the central perforation, the neck drilled for suspension. The translucent stone of a yellowish green tone with black specks, dark and light russet patches.Provenance: From the private collection of Irene and Wolfgang Zacke (1942-2022). The couple has been active in the art trade for well over half a century and were one of the first in Austria to offer Asian works of art in their gallery, starting in 1968. Since the late 1980s, they have been collecting ancient Chinese jades, building an extensive and multiply published collection over the decades. Condition: Excellent condition with some old wear, and possibly microscopic nicks here and there. The stone with natural inclusions.Weight: 9.0 g Dimensions: Length 3.0 cmPig dragons, or zhulong, are zoomorphic forms with a pig-like head and an elongated limbless body coiled around to the head. They were first produced by the Hongshan culture. Along with the same culture's jade eagles, they often featured as grave goods. Pig bones have been found interred alongside humans at Hongshan burial sites, suggesting that the animal had some ritual significance.Auction result comparison:Type: RelatedAuction: Sotheby's Hong Kong, 29 May 2019, lot 608Price: HKD 37,500 or approx. EUR 5,000 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: Two archaistic celadon jade carvings, Ming dynasty or earlierExpert remark: Compare subject, form and material. Note the lot consists of two jades.明代黃玉帶皮小豬龍中國，約十六至十七世紀或更早。玉豬龍造型渾厚，身體捲曲，首尾相接；面部雕琢逼真，神態炯炯有神；耳朵肥厚，眼睛大而誇張，豬吻上翹。黃綠色的半透明玉石，帶有黑色斑點、深色和赤褐色斑塊。 來源：Irene與 Wolfgang Zacke (1942-2022年) 私人收藏 。自1968 年起，這對夫婦活躍在藝術貿易界，並且是奧地利最早在其畫廊中提供亞洲藝術品的人之一。1980 年代後期，他們一直在收集中國古代玉器，幾十年來建立了極富多樣性的收藏。 品相：狀況極好，有一些磨損，大面積微小划痕。玉料含有天然內沁。 重量：9.0 克 尺寸：長3.0 厘米 玉豬龍是紅山文化的典型器，是用以代表神靈和先祖的圖騰物，且大多出現在墓葬當中，且為有身份地位的墓主所有。 拍賣結果比較： 形制：相近 拍賣：香港蘇富比，2019年5月29日，lot 608 價格：HKD 37,500（相當於今日EUR 5,000） 描述：明或更早青玉豬龍及青玉琮 專家評論：比較主題、外型和材質。請注意此玉組有兩件玉。
A RARE ARCHAISTIC 'SHANG BRONZE IMITATION' JADE VESSEL, ZHI, LATE SONG TO EARLY MING DYNASTY 宋末至明初罕見仿商青銅酒杯玉觶China, 13th-15th century. Of flattened form, the pear-shaped body rising from a spreading foot carved with a raised bow-string band, the waisted neck with archaistic dragons and whorl motifs. The semi-translucent stone of a pale celadon tone with russet veins, cloudy inclusions, and few dark specks, mostly reserved to one side of the vessel which has been further heightened with cinnabar lacquer (extremely rare) to imitate the natural patina of the bronze prototype, cleverly presenting the archaistic jade to one side and its ancient inspiration to the other. Exhibited: On loan to the High Museum of Art, Atlanta, September 1973 to September 1980. Provenance: From the collection of William S. Arnett, Atlanta, Georgia, USA, acquired prior to 1971, and thence by descent within the same family. William Sydney Arnett (1939-2020) was an Atlanta-based writer, editor, curator, and art collector who built an internationally important collection of African, Asian, and African-American art. In 1978, he co-authored the Three Rivers of Nigeria exhibition catalog for Atlanta's High Museum of Art. As Arnett's collection of African-American art grew, he became convinced that the so-called folk or outsider artists of the black American South were in fact a coherent cultural movement and constituted a crucial chapter in world art. He spent decades gathering extensive documentation and amassing a near-definitive collection of work crucial to the understanding of this cultural phenomenon.Condition: Excellent condition with minor old wear from centuries of handling. Some minuscule nibbling is probably part of the simulated overall wear inherent to the original carving. The stone with natural fissures, some of which may have developed into small hairline cracks over time.Weight: 127.1 gDimensions: Height 8.3 cmWith a velvet-padded silk storage box. (2)The present vessel was inspired by an archaic ritual bronze prototype, zhi, which contained wine offerings presented to the ancestors during the performance of religious rituals.The interest of Chinese scholars in ancient artifacts can be traced back to antiquity, but the study of these artifacts, known as antiquarianism or jinshixue 金石學, literally meaning 'the study of metals and stones,' first developed during the Northern Song dynasty. The practice of collecting precious objects was spreading through China as well, and many lost pieces from the Shang dynasty and later were found at building sites. Song scholars established a formal system of dating these artifacts by examining their inscriptions, decorative motif styles, and physical shapes, introducing terms such as taotie which are still in use today. Two works of this period, the Kaogu tu by Lü Dalin and the Bogu tu by Wang Fu, were especially influential on later artists. Along with many other illustrated catalogs they were reprinted during the Ming and Qing dynasties, inspiring the production of archaic style bronzes and jades.Literature comparison: Compare a closely related jade zhi in the collection of the Minneapolis Institute of Art, dated to the Song dynasty, decorated with a similar band and bowstring, accession number 16.10.Auction result comparison: Type: Closely related Auction: Sotheby's Hong Kong, 1 December 2016, lot 568Price: HKD 437,500 or approx. EUR 59,000 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A small light brown jade miniature archaistic vase, hu, Song dynasty Expert remark: Compare the closely related form and decoration as well as related size (7.2 cm). Note the different color of the jade and that the vessel form was incorrectly identified as a hu.Auction result comparison:Type: Closely relatedAuction: Bonhams London, 11 May 2021, lot 137Price: GBP 25,250 or approx. EUR 30,000 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: An archaistic white jade vessel, zhi, Ming dynasty Expert remark: Compare the related form and size (9 cm) as well as the similar inclusions to the jade. Note the slightly different decoration.宋末至明初罕見仿商青銅酒杯玉觶中國，十三至十五世紀。小瓶狀，圓腹，侈口，圈足。頸部飾有螭龍和雲紋。半透明的淡青色玉，帶有赤褐色的脈紋和絮狀物以及少量黑色斑點，大部分聚集在玉觶一側，並用硃砂（極為罕見）進一步加強，模仿青銅的自然光澤。 展覽: High Museum of Art，亞特蘭大，1973年9月至1980年9月。 由於字數限制，完整中文敘述請至www.zacke.at查看。。
A BRONZE 'XINIU' MIRROR STAND AND 'LION AND GRAPEVINE' MIRROR, MING AND TANG DYNASTY 明代犀牛望月銅鏡架，唐代海獸葡萄銅鏡China, 1368-1644 (the mirror stand) and 618-907 (the mirror). The stand well cast, the recumbent beast with a long curved horn flanked by a pair of funnel-shaped ears, its head turned back, the spine supporting a mirror stand in the form of a crescent-shaped moon above a cloud cluster. The mirror of circular form and finely cast in the center with a crouching beast-form loop encircled by lions amid grapevines, and in the outer field with various birds and animals amid further grapevine below a foliate border. (2)Provenance: From the collection of Carl Johan Claëson (1879‑1963) and Greta Claëson (1887‑1978), and thence by descent in the family to the last owner. A copy of a picture taken c. 1950 in the appartment of the Claëson family, showing the present Xiniu bronze already together with the present Tang dynasty mirror, is accompanying this lot.Condition: Very good condition with minor wear and casting flaws, few minuscule nicks, tiny dents, occasional light scratches and losses.Weight: 1,091 g (the mirror stand) and 450.3 g (the mirror)Dimensions: Length 20.5 cm (the mirror stand), Diameter 13.6 cm (the mirror)The design of a Xiniu gazing at the moon appears for the first time in the Song dynasty and remains popular through the 13th and 14th centuries, appearing on Dingyao and Yaozhou bowls and dishes as well as textiles and elsewhere in Chinese decorative arts. A fine example is the Xiniu porcelain vase, Kangxi mark and period, in the present catalog, number 75.The Xiniu theme is discussed at length by Wirgin, in Sung Ceramic Designs, B.M.F.E.A., No. 42, Stockholm, 1970, pp. 196-198. According to Wirgin, the term hsi-niu (xiniu) meant rhinoceros in ancient Chinese texts, but the rhinoceros became extinct in the post-archaic period, and by the Song dynasty the xiniu had become a beast of legend, known only through literary references. The design of a xiniu gazing at the moon in Chinese ceramics and porcelains illustrates the popular myth that the beast magically “communicates with the sky” through its horn. The magical powers attributed to this horn continued to gain in popularity during later periods. Supernatural, medicinal and other valuable properties were attributed to it by Daoist adepts and medicine men, including the reputation for its powerful effect as an aphrodisiac. This eventually led to the production of rhinoceros horn bowls and cups in the 17th century, a category of decorative art unique to China.Auction result comparison: Type: Closely related Auction: Sotheby's Hong Kong, 6 April 2016, lot 3670 Price: HKD 162,500 or approx. EUR 22,500 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writing Description: A bronze 'xiniu' mirror stand, Ming dynastyAuction result comparison: Type: Closely related Auction: Christie's New York, 20 September 2013, lot 1481 Price: USD 12,500 or approx. EUR 15,500 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writing Description: A bronze 'lion and grapevine' circular mirror, Tang dynasty Expert remark: Note the identical size (13.6 cm)明代犀牛望月銅鏡架，唐代海獸葡萄銅鏡中國，鏡架1368-1644 年，銅鏡618-907年。鑄造精美，犀牛為俯臥狀，前蹄支地，似欲撐起上半身，後蹄自然壓於身下，回首望向背部由如意雲紋托起的月牙。牛首有角，雙眼有神。圓形銅鏡，伏獸鈕，弦紋高圈將鏡背紋飾分為內外兩區，內區高浮雕六隻海獸環繞鏡鈕、在葡萄葉蔓之間攀援嬉戲的瑞獸。瑞獸間飾以舒卷纏繞的葡萄枝蔓。外區飾一周同向環繞的瑞獸和鸞鳥。鏡緣處飾一周花卉紋。 來源：Carl Johan Claëson (1879‑1963) 與 Greta Claëson (1887‑1978) 收藏，在同一家族保存到最後一任主人。隨附一張拍攝於約1950年在克萊森家的公寓照片的複本，展示了現在的犀牛鏡架和鏡子。 品相：狀況極好，有輕微磨損和鑄造缺陷，微小的刻痕和凹痕、局部輕微的劃痕和缺損。 重量：鏡架1,091 克，銅鏡450.3 克 尺寸：鏡架長 20.5 厘米，銅鏡直徑 13.6 厘米由於字數限制，完整中文敘述請至www.zacke.at查看。
AN IRON-RED-DECORATED 'DRAGON' BRUSHWASHER, 19TH CENTURY 十九世紀礬紅釉龍紋筆洗China. Finely potted, the shallow rounded sides rising to an incurved rim painted in shades of iron-red as well as black and white enamels, the center depicting a fierce sinuous five-clawed dragon grasping the flaming pearl amid scrolling clouds, the white claws and teeth slightly raised, the rim decorated with a band of six bats amid swirling clouds.Provenance: From a private estate in Oxford, United Kingdom. Condition: Good condition with minor wear and manufacturing flaws, light surface scratches.Weight: 105.3 g Dimensions: Diameter 10 cmThe recessed base with an apocryphal iron-red six-character seal mark da Qing Qianlong nianzhi. Auction result comparison:Type: RelatedAuction: Sotheby's New York, 29 September 2021, lot 1071Price: USD 6,930 or approx. EUR 7,400 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A pair of incised and iron-red-decorated 'dragon' cups, Late Qing dynastyExpert remark: Compare the related dragon motif and iron-red decoration十九世紀礬紅釉龍紋筆洗中國。筆洗精美，邊沿内卷，淺弧壁。洗内白地礬紅釉描繪雲龍戲珠紋。邊沿上飾有六隻蝙蝠與雲紋。 來源：英國牛津私人舊藏。 品相：狀況良好，有輕微磨損和製造缺陷，表面有輕微劃痕。 重量：105.3 克 尺寸：直徑10 厘米 底足内礬紅釉六字款“大清乾隆年製“。 拍賣結果比較： 形制：相近 拍賣：紐約蘇富比，2021年9月29日，lot 1071 價格：USD 6,930（相當於今日EUR 7,400） 描述：清末礬紅彩海水龍紋小盃一對，《大清嘉慶年製》仿款 專家評論：比較相近的龍主題和礬紅釉裝飾。
A RARE POLYCHROME-PAINTED CIZHOU 'BIRD' BOWL, JIN DYNASTY 金代罕見磁州窯彩繪鳥紋碗China, 1115-1232. With rounded flaring sides resting on a stoutly potted ring foot, covered inside and out with a chalk-white slip, vividly painted in bright iron-red, green, and yellow enamels with a songbird shown in profile in a central medallion framed by four concentric rings interspersed with clustered red dots lined up on an inner circle, all covered with a clear glaze, the exterior plain and the white slip ending above the foot, the exposed stoneware fired tan-brown.Provenance: The Jiyuanshanfang Collection. North American trade, acquired from the above. The Jiyuanshanfang Collection is currently housed on New York's Upper East Side and was originally founded upon an old family collection. A comprehensive catalog of the collection titled “Song Ceramics: The Eight Kiln Groups” was published in 2008 with a foreword written by Li Zhiyan, Research Fellow at the Beijing Palace Museum. Another contributor to this catalog was Martin Lorber, formerly Director of Sotheby's New York. Jiyuanshanfang's first exhibition was held in 2012 at the Morris Museum in New Jersey. In 2015, Jiyuanshanfang lent early Chinese ceramics to a large-scale exhibition at the Norton Museum of Art in Palm Beach, Florida, titled “High Tea: Glorious Manifestations - East and West”. Condition: Very good condition with some old wear and firing flaws, including dark spots and kiln grit, minor nicks to the foot, a few small and shallow chips to the exterior sides, one hairline, and light surface scratches. The enamels are remarkably well preserved overall.Weight: 391.2 g Dimensions: Diameter 16.8 cmExpert's note: Cizhou bowls of this red and green enameled type are usually decorated with fish or flower motifs. Examples with bird designs are extremely rare.Literature comparison:Compare a related Cizhou painted bowl with bird, dated to the Jin dynasty (1115-1232), exhibited in J. J. Lally & Co. Oriental Art, Song dynasty ceramics: The Ronald W. Longsdorf Collection on 15 March -13 April 2013, no. 46. Compare a Cizhou bowl of this form painted with an aquatic bird design, in the collection of the Tokyo National Museum, illustrated in the catalog entitled Chugoku no toji: tokubetsu ten (Chinese Ceramics: Special Exhibition), Tokyo, 1994, p. 147, no. 216. The same bowl was previously published in the catalog of the Osaka Municipal Museum exhibition entitled So Gen no bijutsu (The Arts of the Song and Yuan), Tokyo, 1980, col. pl. 26.Auction result comparison:Type: Closely relatedAuction: Christie's New York, 13 September 2018, lot 832Price: USD 43,750 or approx. EUR 51,000 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A polychrome-decorated Cizhou 'fish' bowl, Jin dynasty (1115-1234)Expert remark: Compare the closely related decoration, enamels, and size (17.8 cm)Auction result comparison:Type: Closely relatedAuction: Christie's New York, 15 September 2016, lot 711Price: USD 13,750 or approx. EUR 17,000 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A polychrome-decorated Cizhou deep bowl, Jin dynasty (1115-1234)Expert remark: Compare the closely related decoration, enamels, and related size (19.2 cm)金代罕見磁州窯彩繪鳥紋碗中國，1115-1232年。碗口外撇，圓弧腹，圈足。内外施白色的化妝土，碗内開光塗有明亮的鐵紅色、綠色和黃色琺瑯，描繪了鳥紋。圈足部位露胎。 來源：北美古玩交易市場，購於吉緣山房收藏。吉緣山房收藏 坐落於紐約上東區，最初建立在一個古老的家庭收藏基礎之上。曾出版過《宋瓷八大窯系一覽——吉緣山房藏品》（美國加州，2008年）一書，北京故宮博物院李知宴做前言 。此畫冊的另一作者為Martin Lorber，紐約蘇富比前經理。吉緣山房收藏的第一個展覽是2012年在新澤西Morris Museum；2015年吉緣山房曾給弗羅里達Norton Museum of Art出借過一批中國早期瓷器參加“High Tea: Glorious Manifestations - East and West” 展覽。 品相：狀況極好，有一些磨損和燒製缺陷，包括黑點和窯砂，足部有輕微的刻痕，外側有一些小而淺的碎屑，一條髮絲細線和輕微的表面劃痕。琺瑯整體保存極好。 重量：391.2 克 尺寸：直徑16.8 厘米 專家注釋：這種紅綠琺瑯的磁州窯碗多飾以魚或花卉圖案。鳥紋碗極為罕見。由於字數限制，完整中文敘述請至www.zacke.at查看。
A JUN PURPLE-SPLASHED TRIPOD CENSER, NORTHERN SONG TO YUAN DYNASTY 北宋至元鈞窯紫斑三足爐China, 960-1368. The globular body supported on three coiled feet (rare!) and rising to a waisted neck with flared rim. Covered overall in a thick pale-blue glaze, decorated with purple splashes suffused with hues of malachite-green to the exterior and with dense black specks to the interior. Provenance: From the collection of Derek and Sonja Howlett, no. 496 (according to label to base). Derek and Sonja were Curator and Research Assistant at The Powell-Cotton Museum during the 1980s. The museum is located in Birchington, Kent, United Kingdom, and houses the diverse personal collections of noted explorer Percy Powell-Cotton. It also contains the collections of Powell-Cotton's two daughters, Antoinette and Diana Powell-Cotton, who shared their father's passion.Condition: Two feet with a small loss, one with an associated old repair. Minor related cracks. Otherwise in very good condition with old wear and some firing flaws, including dark spots, glaze recesses, and glaze lines.Weight: 378.4 gDimensions: Height 9.8 cmExpert's note: Wares from the type site Juntai in Yu county, Henan province, an area formerly known as Junzhou, are remarkable for their luscious thick glaze of intense coloration which can vary from light blue to deep turquoise. It was in the early twelfth century that potters started applying splashes of copper to the glaze before firing, resulting in patches of purple, lavender and tones of deep blue on the milky-blue primary glaze. The present bowl shows patches of malachite green precipitated among the purple clouds, which has been noted to occur due to a high concentration of copper oxide. See Rosemary Scott, Imperial Taste: Chinese Ceramics from the Percival David Foundation, London, 1989, page 39.Auction result comparison: Compare a closely related Jun tripod censer, dated to the Northern Song dynasty, at Sotheby's New York in Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art on 17 March 2009, lot 14, sold for USD 12,500.北宋至元鈞窯紫斑三足爐中國，960-1368年。香爐口沿平出，束頸，鼓腹微下沉，下出三足，外卷。器身施淺青色釉，腹部覆蓋紫斑，外部泛著孔雀石綠色的色調，內部則帶有濃密的黑色斑點。來源：Derek 與Sonja Howlett收藏，編號no. 496 (見底足標籤)。Derek 和 Sonja 是 1980 年代Powell-Cotton博物館的策展人和研究助理。該博物館位於英國肯特郡的伯欽頓，收藏了著名探險家Percy Powell-Cotton的各種個人收藏以及 Powell-Cotton 的兩個女兒 Antoinette 和 Diana Powell-Cotton 的收藏品，她們繼承了父親的收藏熱情。品相：兩隻腳有小缺損，一隻腳有舊時修復，輕微裂縫。除此之外狀況極好，有舊時磨損和一些燒製瑕疵，包括黑斑、釉面凹陷和釉線。重量：378.4 克尺寸：高9.8 釐米拍賣結果比較：比較一件相近的北宋鈞窯三足爐，見紐約蘇富比Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art 2009年3月17日 lot 14, 售價USD 12,500。
A GILT BRONZE FIGURE OF THE ELEVEN-HEADED AVALOKITESHVARA, TANG DYNASTY 唐代銅鎏金十一首觀音Opinion: The elegantly cast figure of Avalokiteshvara is extremely rare in this eleven-headed manifestation. The slim features and elegantly curved posture are representative of the artistic style of the high Tang era.China, 618-907. Finely cast, standing elegantly in tribhanga atop a lotus pedestal, holding a water vessel in the lowered left hand. The deity's eyes half-closed, evoking a sense of peace, the slim features and posture elegantly curved, the body adorned in a long dhoti and flamboyant scarves, the chest with elaborate jewelry. The neatly incised hair falling in strands over the shoulders and surmounted by ten small heads reminiscent of the Buddha Amitabha. The back of the main head with a pierced tab.Provenance: United Kingdom trade. By repute from a private estate in Essex, United Kingdom.Condition: Very good condition, commensurate with age. Extensive wear, some weathering and deterioration, light scratches, few minuscule nicks and dents, small losses. Areas of fine, natural malachite-green patina with expected encrustations.Weight: 94.8 g (incl. stand) Dimensions: Height 13.2 cm (incl. stand) and 10.9 cm (excl. stand)Mounted on an associated wood stand. (2)Auction result comparison: Type: Closely related Auction: Sotheby's Hong Kong, 12 October 2021, lot 3512 Estimate: HKD 2,000,000 or approx. EUR 251,500 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writing Description: A gilt-bronze figure of Avalokiteshvara, Tang dynasty Expert remark: Compare the closely related pose, depiction, expression, and manner of casting. Note that this figure has six arms and is of larger size (21.6 cm). Auction result comparison: Type: Closely related Auction: Sotheby's Hong Kong, 12 October 2021, lot 3518 Price: HKD 119,700 or approx. EUR 15,000 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writing Description: A gilt-bronze figure of Avalokiteshvara, Tang dynasty Expert remark: Compare the closely related pose, expression, and manner of casting. Note the smaller size (9.5 cm) and lack of the additional heads. 唐代銅鎏金十一首觀音中國，618-907年。觀音呈三曲式優雅地立於蓮台上，左手持淨瓶。觀音雙眼微閉，給人以平和之感；身姿修長，胸飾瓔珞，腕、臂、足飾寶釧，肩披帛帶，自臂纏繞，垂至裙下，作飛翹狀。頭頂三層面，第一層佛面背面帶有穿孔標籤。 專家注釋：十一首觀音菩薩造型優美，極為罕見。 五官秀美，姿態優雅，盛唐時期藝術風格的代表。 來源：英國古玩交易，據説來自英國 埃塞克斯郡私人舊藏。 品相：狀況非常好，與年齡相符。大面積磨損，一些風化和老化，輕微的劃痕、刻痕和凹痕，小缺損。細膩的天然綠色銅鏽，帶有預期的結殼。 重量：總94.8 克 尺寸：總高13.2 厘米，不含底座10.9 厘米 木質底座。 拍賣結果比較： 形制：非常相近 拍賣：香港蘇富比，2021年10月12日，lot 3512 估價：HKD 2,000,000（相當於今日EUR 251,500） 描述：唐代鎏金銅十一面觀世音菩薩立像 專家評論：比較非常相近的姿勢、形制、表情和這造風格。請注意此像有六臂和尺寸較大 (21.6 厘米)。 拍賣結果比較： 形制：非常相近 拍賣：香港蘇富比，2021年10月12日，lot 3518 價格：HKD 119,700（相當於今日EUR 15,000） 描述：唐代鎏金銅觀世音菩薩立像 專家評論：比較非常相近的姿勢、表情和這造風格。請注意尺寸較小(9.5 厘米) ，以及只有一顆頭。
A DUAN STONE 'BAT AND LINGZHI' WASHER, QING DYNASTY 清代端石蝙蝠靈芝筆洗China, 1644-1912. Superbly carved, the foliate lobed washer supported on four feet, three in the form of lingzhi, all growing from an open worked gnarled stem bearing further lingzhi to one side, and one in the form of a swooping bat, the base further with large scrolling designs. Note how the lapidary has used the various natural colors of the stone to enhance his design.Provenance: Old private collection in the United Kingdom, thence by descent within the family to the present owner.Condition: Excellent condition with minor wear, few minuscule nicks, and occasional light scratches.Weight: 109.2 gDimensions: Length 9.6 cmAuction result comparison:Type: Distantly relatedAuction: Christie's New York, 15 March 2017, lot 522Price: USD 187,500 or approx. EUR 226,500 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A large carved duan 'lotus leaf' ink stone, Qing dynasty (1644-1911)Expert remark: Compare the related lobed form, and stone. Note the size (24.5 cm)清代端石蝙蝠靈芝筆洗中國，1644-1912年。端石精雕細琢，筆洗呈葉瓣狀，四足中的三足為靈芝，一足為蝙蝠，綫條流暢，靈芝如祥雲般騰升而起，蔓延于外壁。巧妙利用端石的自然顏色來，體現了各種紋飾的獨特性。來源：英國私人收藏，在同一家族保存至現任藏家。 品相：狀況極好，輕微磨損、磕損和劃痕。 重量：109.2 克 尺寸：長 9.6 厘米 拍賣結果比較： 形制：些微相近 拍賣：紐約佳士得，2017年3月15日，lot 522 價格：USD 187,500（相當於今日EUR 226,500） 描述：清代端石荷蟹硯 專家評論：比較相近荷葉型和石質。請注意尺寸 (24.5厘米)。
A RARE BRONZE FIGURE OF BUDDHA SHAKYAMUNI WITH WAN SYMBOL, EARLY MING DYNASTY 明初罕見釋迦牟尼銅像China, 14th-15th century. Seated in dhyanasana, his right hand lowered in bhumisparsa mudra and the left held above his lap. He is wearing loose robes draped over the shoulders, opening at the chest cast with a wan symbol, tied at the waist, and boldly incised with foliate designs. His face with a benevolent expression marked by heavy-lidded eyes centered by an incised urna above full lips forming a gentle smile, flanked by long pendulous earlobes. The hair arranged in tight spikes surmounted by a smooth ushnisha and a second, smaller bump.Provenance: Old Viennese private collection, built over several generations between 1910 and 1975, thence by descent in the same family.Condition: Wear and casting flaws, minor nicks, dents and losses, light scratches, signs of heat exposure with associated losses and old fills. The interior with remnants of the casting core. Superb patina.Dimensions: Height 18 cm Weight: 1,164 gAuction result comparison: Type: Closely relatedAuction: Bonhams Hong Kong, 26 May 2013, lot 360 Price: HKD 62,500 or approx. EUR 9,300 adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A bronze seated figure of Shakyamuni, Ming dynastyExpert remarks: Note the closely related appearance of the figure including the loose robes with incised hems, identical mudra, and absence of a base, whereas the figure is slightly larger (23.2 cm), the hair is different (concurrent with later Ming bronzes), and there is no wan symbol.明初罕見釋迦牟尼銅像中國，十四至十五世紀。釋迦牟尼結全跏趺坐，右手施觸地印。頭頂高肉髻，螺髮密集，頂嚴雙珠，分明嚴整。眉彎眼長，鼻秀唇薄，雙目低垂，呈微笑童子相。雙耳垂肩，頸施三道弦紋，身著袈裟，袒露前胸，胸前一個萬字符，衣紋流暢，以精緻花紋裝飾衣邊與袖口。 來源：維也納私人老收藏，在1910 年與1975年期間，經過幾代人的共同努力建立，在同一家族保存至今。 品相：磨損和鑄造缺陷、輕微劃痕、凹痕和缺損，有填充物。 內部有鑄芯殘留物。 細膩包漿。 尺寸：高18 厘米 重量：1,164 克 拍賣結果比較： 形制：非常相近 拍賣：香港邦翰思, 2013年5月26日, lot 360 價格：HKD 62,500（相當於今日EUR 9,300） 描述：明銅釋迦牟尼坐像 專家評論：非常相近的外觀，例如袈裟的衣紋裝飾、手印、無底座。尺寸稍大 (23.2 厘米)。但髮型不同（晚明青銅像特色）、沒有萬字符。
† A GILT AND ENAMELED GLASS 'CHILONG' SNUFF BOTTLE, REPUBLIC PERIOD 民國鎏金琺琅彩開光螭龍紋料器鼻烟壺China, 1912-1949. Of octagonal form, rising from an oval foot to a short, cylindrical neck, painted in polychrome enamels and gold, the wider side depicting a medallion of two stylized, sinuous chilong within a foliate band, the narrow sides with three reserves framing flowerheads, the neck decorated with further flowerheads above a speckled ground.Provenance: A notable private collector in Kensington, London, United Kingdom. Condition: Very good condition with minor wear, minuscule nibbling to mouth, few light surface scratches.Stopper: Rose quartzWeight: 68.0 g Dimensions: Height including stopper 62 mm. Diameter neck 17 mm and mouth 6 mm.The recessed base with an apocryphal blue-enameled four-character mark Qianlong nianzhi.Literature comparison:Compare the original prototype of this snuff bottle, with a Qianlong mark and of the period, illustrated in Luster of Autumn Water. Glass of the Qing Imperial Workshop, Beijing, 2005, page 255.13% VAT will be added to the hammer price additional to the buyer's premium - only for buyers within the EU.民國鎏金琺琅彩開光螭龍紋料器鼻烟壺中國，1912-1949年。圓柱形頸部，壺身成八角，橢圓形圈足，琺琅彩開光，中央兩條藍色螭龍，外圈卷葉紋，頸部花卉紋。 來源：英國倫敦肯辛頓知名私人收藏。 品相：狀況極好，輕微磨損，壺口有輕微磕損，表面有少量輕微劃痕。 壺蓋：粉紅石英 重量：68.0 克 尺寸：含蓋高 62 毫米，頸部直徑17 毫米，壺口 6 毫米 壺底四字偽款“乾隆年製”。文獻比較：比較此鼻烟壺的原型，也有乾隆款識，見《光凝秋水：清宮造辦處玻璃器》，北京，2005年，頁255。
A BRONZE FIGURE OF MAHAKALA, 17TH-18TH CENTURY 十七至十八世紀大黑天銅像Tibet. Mahakala standing atop a prostrate figure on a lotus base, his right hand holding a flaying knife and his left a skull cup, the wrathful face crowned with a skull tiara encircling the flaming hair, wearing long flowing robes, richly adorned with jewelry and a garland of severed heads, a serpent writhing around his belly. The base sealed. Provenance: From an old private collection in Bavaria, Germany, acquired in the 1960s and thence by descent. Condition: Very good condition with minor wear and casting flaws, few nicks, small dents, light surface scratches. Remnants of ancient pigments.Weight: 943.1 g Dimensions: Height 12 cmAuction result comparison:Type: RelatedAuction: Christie's New York, 20 September 2006, lot 148Price: USD 8,400 or approx. EUR 12,000 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A gilt bronze figure of Mahakala, 17th centuryExpert remark: Note the size (14 cm)Auction result comparison: Type: Related Auction: Sotheby's New York, 22 March 2018, lot 1053 Price: USD 18,750 or approx. EUR 21,500 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time ofDescription: A gilt-bronze figure of Shadbhuja Mahakala, Tibet, 18th centuryExpert remark: Note the additional arms and larger size (17.8 cm)十七至十八世紀大黑天銅像西藏。怒相神大黑天立於蓮座上，腳踩惡鬼，火焰狀頭髮，頭戴著骷髏王冠，身著長袍，手裡拿著月牙刀和嘎巴拉杯。底座密封。 來源：德國巴伐利亞私人舊藏，購於上世紀六十年代，保存至今。 品相：狀況極好，有輕微磨損和鑄造缺陷，幾乎沒有刻痕、小凹痕、輕微的表面劃痕。顏料殘餘。 重量：943.1 克 尺寸：高12 厘米 拍賣結果比較： 形制：相近 拍賣：紐約佳士得，2006年9月20日，lot 148 價格：USD 8,400（相當於今日EUR 12,000） 描述：十七世紀鎏金大黑天銅像 專家評論：請注意尺寸(14 厘米) 。 拍賣結果比較： 形制：相近 拍賣：紐約蘇富比，2018年3月22日，lot 1053 價格：USD 18,750（相當於今日EUR 21,500） 描述：十八世紀西藏鎏金大黑天銅像 專家評論：請注意此尊銅像為六臂，且尺寸較大(17.8 厘米)。
AN EMERLAD-GREEN GLAZED 'HUNTING SCENE' POTTERY VASE, HAN DYNASTY 漢代綠釉狩獵紋雙輔首陶瓶China, 206 BC to 220 AD. Of compressed globular form, rising from a tapering foot to a waisted neck, the shoulders encircled by a band depicting a hunting scene with mythical beasts, dragons, birds, and two taotie masks issuing mock ring handles, all in high relief. Covered in a thick layer of deep emerald-green glaze, pooling nicely at the upper rim to form a number of distinct glaze drops.Provenance: Prima Porta Antiquities, Galeria Sztuki Starozytnej, Warsaw, Poland, 15 April 2005. A Polish private collection, acquired from the above. A copy of a Certificate of Authenticity from Prima Porta Antiquities, dated 15 April 2005, written and signed by Dr. Matthias Renz, and confirming the dating above, accompanies this lot. Condition: Very good condition with minor wear and manufacturing flaws, such as firing cracks, glaze flaking and fine cracks, few light scratches, the base with two drilled holes from sample-taking. Scientific Analysis Report: A thermoluminescence analysis report issued by Oxford Authentication on 28 February 2022, based on sample number C122c62, sets the firing date of two samples taken at between 1500 and 2400 years ago. A copy of the report, issued by Oxford Authentication, accompanies this lot. A copy of an associated report from Antiques Analytics, Institute for Scientific Authenticity Testing, dated 11 March 2022, written and signed by Dr. Robert Neunteufel, accompanies this lot.Weight: 3,624 g Dimensions: Height 30.3 cmIn the Han dynasty, daily utensils were usually made of stoneware and goods for burial were made of earthenware. The hunting scene that decorates this vase suggests that the deceased was a nobleman, as hunting was a pastime of the aristocracy.Literature comparison: Compare a closely related green glazed vase with a hunting scene, dated to the Han dynasty (206 BC-220 AD), in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum, accession number C.245-1909. Compare a closely related green glazed vase with a hunting scene, dated to the Western Han dynasty (206 BC-8 AD), in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum, accession number C.1479-1924.漢代綠釉狩獵紋雙輔首陶瓶中國，公元前206 年至公元 220 年。瓶口外撇，束頸，溜肩，鼓腹，高足，平底。肩部環繞著一條浮雕飾帶，描繪了狩獵場景，可見神話中的野獸、龍、鳥已經兩個獸首啣環輔首。通體覆蓋著一層厚厚的深綠色釉，匯集足部，形成許多釉滴。 來源：波蘭華沙Sztuki Starozytnej 藝廊Prima Porta Antiquities，2005年4月15日；波蘭私人收藏，購於上述藝廊。隨附一份Prima Porta Antiquities古玩出具的真品鑒定證明複印件，時間爲2005年4月15日，Matthias Renz博士書寫並簽名，確認年代。 品相：品相極好，有輕微磨損和製造缺陷，如燒裂、釉面剝落和細裂，有輕微劃痕，底座有兩個取樣孔。 科學檢測報告：牛津鑒定2022年2月28日出具的熱釋光檢測報告，取樣編號C122c62，兩個取樣，卻認爲1500 至 2400年前。隨附檢測報告複印件。隨附古玩科學檢測研究所Robert Neunteufel博士2022年3月11日出具的檢測報告。 重量：3,624 克 尺寸：高30.3 厘米 漢代，日用器物多為炻器，陪葬品多為陶器。裝飾此瓶的狩獵場景表明墓主是貴族，因為狩獵是貴族的消遣。 文獻比較： 比較一件非常相近的漢代綠釉狩獵紋陶瓶，收藏於維多利亞和亞伯特博物館，編號C.245-1909。比較一件非常相近的西漢綠釉狩獵紋陶瓶，收藏於維多利亞和亞伯特博物館，編號C.1479-1924。
A GILT BRONZE FIGURE OF RATNASAMBHAVA, TIBET, 18TH CENTURY 十八世紀西藏銅鎏金寶生佛坐像Seated in dhyanasana atop a double lotus base with beaded upper edge, his right hand lowered in varada mudra, the left resting on his lap, wearing a loose-fitting monastic robe draped over his left shoulder, the serene face with heavy-lidded eyes below gently arched eyebrows centered by an urna, and full lips forming a subtle smile, flanked by elongated earlobes, the hair arranged in tight curls over the domed ushnisha surmounted by a jewel.Provenance: From a German private collection, acquired before 2007, and thence by descent. Condition: Good condition with some wear, particularly to gilt, casting flaws, minor nicks, occasional light scratches, small dents, remnants of pigment.Weight: 352.5 g Dimensions: Height 13.3 cmRatnasambhava, the 'jewel-born', is one of the Five Presiding Buddhas. Within a mandala, he occupies the southern quadrant, represented by the color yellow, and presides over the jewel family of Buddhas and bodhisattvas. As a solitary image, he can be identified by his outstretched palm, which imparts the gesture of wish-granting (varada mudra).Expert's note: The base is sealed with a fine copper repousse plate, masterfully incised with a double vajra symbol.Auction result comparison: Type: Closely related Auction: Sotheby's New York, 16 September 2015, lot 479 Price: USD 12,500 or approx. EUR 14,500 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writing Description: A gilt bronze seated Buddha, Tibet, 19th centuryExpert remark: Compare the similarly outstretched palm, as well as the posture, gilding and size. Note the related size (15.5 cm) and that the bronze is dated to the 19th century.十八世紀西藏銅鎏金寶生佛坐像寶生佛像身著菩薩裝，髮髻雕刻精細成螺髻，面相豐滿，雙目細瞇，雙眼之間有白毫，長耳垂，嘴角含笑。袒上身，肩披帛帶，下裙褶紋起伏，流暢自如。右手結與願印，左手結禪定印，全跏趺坐。仰覆蓮座蓮瓣尖端上卷，上下邊緣飾聯珠紋。 來源：德國私人收藏，購於2007年前，保存至今。 品相：狀況良好，有一些磨損，尤其是鎏金部分，鑄造缺陷、輕微劃痕、小凹痕、色素殘留。 重量：352.5 克 尺寸：高13.3 厘米 寶生佛為五方佛之一，主南方，代表平等性智。寶生佛現身常著黃色，可以通過與願印手勢分辨出來。 專家注釋：底座雙金剛杵紋密封。拍賣結果比較： 形制：非常相近 拍賣：紐約蘇富比，2015年9月16日，lot 479 價格：USD 12,500（相當於今日EUR 14,500） 描述：十九世紀西藏坐佛像 專家評論：比較相近的手印，以及姿勢、鎏金和尺寸。請注意尺寸相近似(15.5 厘米) ，且此佛像為十九世紀。
A BRONZE 'BUDDHIST LION' WEIGHT, MING DYNASTY 明代太獅銅鎮China, 1368-1644. The recumbent beast is finely modeled with a large snout, round eyes, thick curly mane, and bushy tail flicked to one side of its left hind leg.Provenance: British trade. Condition: Very good condition with some old wear and minor casting flaws, few minuscule nicks, and light scratches. Good patina overall, naturally grown.Weight: 240.8 g Dimensions: Length 6.2 cm Auction result comparison:Type: Closely relatedAuction: Christie's Hong Kong, 6 April 2015, lot 160Price: HKD 37,500 or approx. EUR 5,300 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A small bronze lion-form weight, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)Expert remark: Compare the closely related pose, and incision work, as well as related size (5.5 cm)明代太獅銅鎮中國，1368-1644年。太獅臥於地，大眼圓睜，鬃毛平順，濃密的尾巴翻轉到左後腿的一側，細節生動。 來源：英國古玩交易 品相：狀況極好，有一些磨損和輕微的鑄造缺陷，有少量微小的刻痕和輕微的劃痕。整體包漿良好。 重量：240.8 克 尺寸：長 6.2 厘米 拍賣結果比較： 形制：非常相近 拍賣：香港佳士得，6 4月 2015年，lot 160 價格：HKD 37,500（相當於今日EUR 5,300） 描述：明代銅臥獅紙鎮 專家評論：比較非常相近的姿勢、雕刻，以及相近的尺寸 (5.5 厘米)。
A RUSSET-PAINTED BLACK-GLAZED HENAN JAR, JIN TO YUAN DYNASTY 金至元河南窯口黑釉鉄鏽斑罐China, 1115-1368. The globular body rising from a tapered foot to a short cylindrical neck and waisted mouth, freely painted at the shoulder with leafy lotus sprays against a rich and lustrous black glaze. The foot rim left unglazed to reveal the buff ware. The recessed circular base glazed.Provenance: From the collection of Teddy Hahn, Darmstadt, and thence by descent to the present owner. Theodor “Teddy” Hahn was a well-known and respected collector of netsuke and other Asian works of art. After spending time in museums to study the early cultures of the world, finding particular interest in their sculptures, he began collecting, remarking “I somehow knew it would have a profound influence on my life. How right I was. And how happy I have been.” Condition: Very good condition with minor wear, minuscule nicks, some firing flaws and light surface scratches.Weight: 1,628 g Dimensions: Height 23.5 cmAuction result comparison:Type: Closely relatedAuction: Christie's London, 7 November 2014, lot 501Price: GBP 4,000 or approx. EUR 5,600 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A black-glazed Henan globular jar, Jin-Yuan dynasty (1115-1368)Expert remark: Compare the closely related form, glaze, and motif, as well as the near-identical size (22.2 cm)Auction result comparison: Type: RelatedAuction: Christie's New York, 20 March 2015, lot 852Price: USD 60,000 or approx. EUR 68,500 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A large Cizhou-type russet-painted blackish-brown-glazed jar, China, Jin-Yuan dynasty, 13th centuryExpert remark: Compare the closely related form and glaze, and the lotus motif. Note the differences in size (41.3 cm) and execution of glaze and painting.金至元河南窯口黑釉鉄鏽斑罐中國，1115-1368年。器型呈小口， 短頸，頸部一道凸紋，溜肩， 圓型鼓腹下收，平底。通體施黑釉，釉面間有鐵鏽窯變斑荷花紋，與濃郁而有光澤的黑釉相映成趣。足緣沒有上釉，露出淺黃色胎。 來源：德國達姆斯達特Teddy Hahn私人收藏，保存至今。Theodor “Teddy” Hahn 曾是知名的根付和亞洲藝術收藏家。他參觀了很多博物館，研究世界早期文化，對造像產生了特別的興趣，他開始收藏，他說：“我不知何故知道它會對我的生活產生深遠的影響。 我是多麼正確。 以及我有多開心。” 品相：品相非常好，有輕微磨損、微小的刻痕、一些燒製缺陷和輕微的表面劃痕。 重量：1,628 克 尺寸：高23.5 厘米 拍賣結果比較： 形制：非常相近 拍賣：倫敦佳士得, 2014年11月7日, lot 501 價格：GBP 4,000（相當於今日EUR 5,600） 描述：金至元(1115-1368)河南窯口黑釉球型罐 專家評論：比較非常相近的外型、釉色、斑紋，以及幾近相同的尺寸 (22.2 厘米) 。 拍賣結果比較： 形制：相近 拍賣：紐約佳士得, 2015年3月20日, lot 852 價格：USD 60,000 （相當於今日EUR 68,500） 描述：十三世紀大型磁州黑釉鉄鏽斑罐 專家評論：比較相近的外型、釉色和蓮花斑紋。請注意尺寸不同(41.3 厘米) 。
A CARNELIAN AGATE 'PHOENIX AND LINGZHI' VASE, QING DYNASTY 清代紅玉髓鳳凰如意福壽瓶China, 18th-19th century. The vessel with two receptacles, the larger carved as a gnarled tree trunk and the smaller as a lingzhi fungus growing from the side, further carved in relief and openwork with a phoenix and a bat perched on the trunk as well as lingzhi sprigs and numerous leafy peach branches, the striking contrast between the white agate and bright-red carnelian inclusions ingeniously used to great effect.Provenance: British trade. Condition: Good condition, commensurate with age and displaying nicely overall, with old wear, minor nicks here and there, minuscule losses, and light surface scratches. The stone with extensive yet almost invisible natural fissuring, exactly as expected from ancient specimens of this conglomerate mineral, some of which developed into microscopic hairline cracks over time. Note that the vessel is leaning to one side, which was likely once compensated with a fitted wood stand.Weight: 694.6 gDimensions: Width 13.5 cmOpinion: The extensive yet almost invisible natural fissuring is a hallmark of the most ancient specimens of this conglomerate mineral, which was rare and thus highly coveted by Chinese literati and scholars of the 18th century. Much to the contrary, specimens mined in modern times all lack this distinct and unique feature.Auction result comparison:Type: Closely related Auction: Sotheby's Hong Kong, 30 November 2017, lot 362Price: 225,000 HKD or approx. EUR 29,000 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writing Description: A large carnelian agate 'sanduo' vase, Qing dynasty, 18th century Expert remark: Compare the closely related form with two receptacles and fine openwork carving as well as the related motif with tree trunk and peach. Note the larger size (21.3 cm).Auction result comparison: Type: Closely related Auction: Bonhams London, 13 May 2021, lot 46 Price: GBP 45,250 or approx. EUR 54,000 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A large carnelian agate 'sanduo' vase, 19th century Expert remark: Compare the closely related form, probably also leaning to one side and compensated by the matching stand, also with two receptacles and fine openwork carving as well as the similar motif with phoenix, tree trunk, and peach. Note the slightly larger size (19 cm).清代紅玉髓鳳凰如意福壽瓶中國，十八至十九世紀。小瓶有兩個容器，較大的雕刻為多節的樹幹，較小的雕刻為從側面生長的靈芝，采用浮雕和鏤空技藝。樹上棲息著一隻鳳凰和一隻蝙蝠，四周可見靈芝和眾多的綠葉和桃枝。白色瑪瑙與鮮紅色的紅玉髓內含物形成鮮明對比，巧妙運用，效果極佳。 來源：英國古玩交易市場。 品相：狀況良好，與年齡相稱，有磨損，輕微的劃痕，微小的缺損和輕微的表面劃痕。這塊石料具有廣泛但很輕微的天然裂縫，與這種礫岩礦物的古代標本所預期的完全一樣，其中一些隨著時間的推移發展髮絲縫。請注意此瓶向一側傾斜，可能曾經有一個相應的木底座。 重量：694.6克 尺寸：寬13.5厘米 專家注釋：廣泛但幾乎看不見的天然裂隙是這種礫岩礦物最古老的礦石的標誌，這種礫岩非常罕見，因此受到 十八世紀中國文人學者的高度推崇。而現代開採的石料都缺乏這種鮮明而獨特的特徵。 拍賣結果比較： 形制：非常相近 拍賣：香港蘇富比，2017年11月30日，lot 362 價格：HKD 225,000（相當於今日EUR 29,000） 描述：十八世紀紅玉髓「三多」花插 專家評論：比較非常相近的外型、兩個容器和鏤空雕刻，以及相近的樹幹和桃子主題。請注意尺寸較大 (21.3厘米)。 拍賣結果比較： 形制：非常相近 拍賣：倫敦邦瀚斯，2021年5月13日，lot 46 價格：GBP 45,250（相當於今日EUR 54,000） 描述：十九世紀南紅瑪瑙「三多」花插 專家評論：比較非常相近的形式，也是向一側傾斜，可能有相配的支架，也有兩個容器和精細的鏤空雕刻，以及類似的鳳凰、樹幹和桃子的圖案。注意它的尺寸稍大(19厘米)。
A FAMILLE VERTE 'DRAGON' SWEETMEAT SET, KANGXI PERIOD 康熙素三彩龍紋攢盤China, 1662-1722. The central dish of six-lobed form enameled in green, yellow, aubergine, black, and white with three fierce sinuous dragons chasing flaming pearls amid wispy flames, the rim with a diapered pattern interrupted by plum blossoms, the exterior with stylized bamboo sprays. The six surrounding fan-shaped dishes with foliate upper rims similarly decorated with a single dragon each. (7)Expert's note: It is extremely rare to find a complete seven-piece set from the Kangxi period with both the biscuit porcelain and the enamels in such pristine condition.Provenance: Stefanos Lagonico, Alexandria, and thence by descent over several generations in the same family. Each dish with an old printed and handwritten label 'No. 4603' to base. Stefanos Lagonico was a member of the wealthy Greek community of Alexandria whose family settled in Egypt in the late 19th century. His collection of important Iznik ceramics was formed after the First World War, comprising mostly plates and jugs from the classic period (post 1570). At least six pieces from this collection were included in the important 1925 Exposition d'Art Musulman in Alexandria. Lagonico eventually left Egypt for Switzerland, just before the rise of nationalism and the abolition of the Capitulations in May 1937. His son Jean, an importer of dried fruits and nuts from the Levant, inherited most of the collection, and kept it in obscurity at his house in southern France until its dispersal at auction beginning in 1991.Condition: Superb condition with only minor old wear, some expected firing flaws, and light surface scratches.Weight: 389.6 g (the central dish) and 1,252 g (the six surrounding dishes in total) Dimensions: Diameter 39.5 cm (total) and 19 cm (the central dish), length 19 cm (each of the six surrounding dishes)Auction result comparison: Type: Closely related Auction: Aguttes, Paris, 31 May 2022, lot 66 Price: EUR 20,150Description: Ensemble de sept raviers en biscuit et emaux de la famille verte, XVIIIe Siecle, periode Kangxi Expert remark: Compare the closely related form, diapered band with plum blossoms, and famille verte decoration on the biscuit porcelain. Note the similar size (40 cm).康熙素三彩龍紋攢盤中國，1662-1722年。此攢盤是由一個內盤和六個外盤共同組成葵花式，造型優美，設色雅緻明麗，構圖疏朗有致；綠地龍紋，線條挺拔，畫工精良。如此完好的康熙龍紋攢盤，實屬難得。 來源：亞歷山大港Stefanos Lagonico，在同一家族保存了幾代。每一個盤底都有一個打印並手寫的標籤No. 4603。 Stefanos Lagonico是富有的亞歷山大希臘社區的成員，他的家人在十九世紀後期定居在埃及。他的重要伊茲尼克陶瓷收藏是在第一次世界大戰後建立的，主要包括古典時期（1570 年後）的盤子和水壺。該系列中至少有六件作品曾在 1925 年亞歷山大港藝術博覽會中展覽。後來，Lagonico 離開埃及前往瑞士，就在 1937 年 5 月民族主義興起和投降條約廢除之前。他的兒子 Jean 是黎凡特干果和堅果的進口商，他繼承了大部分藏品，並一直默默無聞地保存在他法國南部的房子裏，直到 1991 年開始被拍賣。 品相：狀況極佳，只有輕微的磨損、一些燒製缺陷和輕微的表面劃痕。 重量：内盤389.6克，六個外盤1,252 克 尺寸：直徑 39.5 厘米(總)，内盤19 厘米，外盤分別19 厘米 拍賣結果比較： 形制：非常相近 拍賣：巴黎Agutte，2022年5月31日，lot 66 價格：EUR 20,150 描述：康熙素三彩攢盤 專家評論：比較非常相近的外型、梅花邊裝飾、素三彩。請注意相似的尺寸(40厘米)。
A YUE CELADON-GLAZED BOX AND COVER, FIVE DYNASTIES 五代越窯青釉蓋盒China, 907-979. Of circular form with straight sides, the domed cover neatly incised with an elaborate design of two concentric flowerheads formed by three registers of stylized leaves. Covered overall in a pale olive-green glaze.Inscriptions: To the cover of the wood storage box, 'Yue Celadon Ceramic' and 'Southern Dynasty', one seal 'Chusong An'.Provenance: C.C. Teng & Co., Taipei. A Japanese private collection, acquired from the above. The Xinyangtang Collection, acquired from the above. The Xinyangtang Collection was formed in Hong Kong over the last 30 years with great passion and under the guidance of renowned scholars. Ceramics from the collection have been offered at Sotheby's in multiple sales over the past years, beginning in 2018. Condition: Good condition with minor wear and manufacturing irregularities, including spur marks and firing cracks, small chips to the rim of the cover, one chip with an old repair and associated minor crack (approx. 2.5 cm), and light surface scratches.Weight: 199.4 g Dimensions: Diameter 8.9 cmWith an old Japanese wood storage box. (2)Auction result comparison:Type: Closely relatedAuction: Sotheby's Hong Kong, 1 June 2017, lot 538Price: HKD 75,000 or approx. EUR 10,200 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A 'yue' celadon-glazed box and cover, Five dynastiesExpert remark: Compare the closely related form, incised decoration, and related size (10.6 cm)五代越窯青釉蓋盒中國，907-979年。圓形，直邊，圓蓋上刻有兩個同心花葉紋。通體施淡綠色釉。 款識：越窯青磁，南朝時代，楚頌庵 來源：臺北C.C. Teng & Co.；日本私人收藏，購於上述藝廊；心懩堂收藏購於上述收藏。三十年前，心懩堂在著名學者的指導下，懷著極大的熱情在香港成立。從 2018年開始，該收藏的陶瓷多次在蘇富比拍賣。品相：狀況良好，有輕微磨損和製造瑕疵，包括刺痕和燒製裂紋、蓋子邊緣有小磕損，一個帶有修復和相應輕微裂紋（約 2.5 厘米）的碎屑以及輕微的表面劃痕。 重量：199.4 克 尺寸：直徑 8.9 厘米 日本木盒。 拍賣結果比較： 形制：非常相近 拍賣：香港蘇富比，2017年6月1日，lot 538 價格：HKD 75,000（相當於今日EUR 10,200） 描述：五代越窰青釉刻劃花卉紋蓋盒 專家評論：比較非常相近外型、雕刻和相近尺寸(10.6厘米)。
A REVERSE-GLASS MIRROR PAINTING OF A NOBLE LADY WITH DEER, CANTON SCHOOL, QING DYNASTY 清代廣州外銷玻璃油畫《貴婦與鹿》China, 18th to early 19th century. Depicting an elegant lady, dressed in a fine brocade robe with gilt details and a skirt of stoat fur, a blue sash wrapping around her body, the long black hair surmounted by a floral headdress partly covered by a hat, standing on a rocky path, a deer to her left, and with a pagoda shaped column in the background. Provenance: French trade. Condition: Excellent condition. The mirror with minor wear, few light scratches, the colors very crisp. The wood frame with some wear, few nicks, scratches, and age-related cracks.Dimensions: Size incl. frame 74.5 x 42.7 cmWith an original hardwood frame. (2)Auction result comparison:Type: RelatedAuction: Bonhams London, 11 May 2021, lot 300Price: GBP 6,375 or approx. EUR 8,000 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: An 'erotic' reverse-glass mirror painting of a lady, 18th centuryExpert remark: Compare the related motif. Note the much smaller size (42 x 35.5 cm) and the significant damage to this lot.清代廣州外銷玻璃油畫《貴婦與鹿》中國，十八至十九世紀初。描繪一位優雅的女士，身著精緻的中式氅衣，大衣裏面還穿著多層次長裙，雙臂上搭著飄帶，黑發上佩戴者絹花頭飾，並戴著一頂帽子；靠著一棵樹，左邊是一隻鹿；背景可見一個寶塔。 來源：法國古玩交易。 品相：品相極好，鏡子磨損不大，少量輕微劃痕，顏色鮮豔。木框上有一些磨損，輕微刻痕、劃痕和老化裂縫。 尺寸：總74.5 x 42.7 厘米 原始硬木框。 拍賣結果比較： 形制：相近 拍賣：倫敦邦瀚斯，2021年5月11日，lot 300 價格：GBP 6,375（相當於今日EUR 8,000） 描述：十八世紀美人圖玻璃畫鏡 專家評論：比較相近的主題。請注意尺寸較小 (42 x 35.5 厘米) ，以及此鏡有明顯的損壞。
A gentleman's stainless steel Omega British Military issue RAF 1953 Omega wristwatch. The black dial with Arabic numerals denoting hours, Tritium mark over broad arrow emblem, the case back marked 6645 101000, 6B/542, 524/53, on later leather strap, case 37mm diam Condition Report: Not functioning at time of testing. Dial in good condition with no apparent cracks or chips. Glass has been replaced by plastic, which has some light scuffs and scratches. Case shows signs of wear including scratches, small knocks and tarnishing. Would benefit from a clean. Leather strap has tarnishing to the buckle and some wear to the strap.
A late 19th century Staffordshire pottery cheese dome. Enriched in blue and moulded as a picnic box, on circular stand, 28cm high Condition Report: Overall in good condition. Some minor chips to the handle and rims and and areas of rubbing to the glaze. Light crazing in areas. Would benefit from a clean. No obvious restoration or repairs. Colours bright.
Two silver scallop-shaped butter dishes. Maker James Dixon & Sons, Sheffield 1900, 124.2 grams Condition Report: Both set on three bun feet. Overall in good condition. Both would benefit from a clean and have some light scratches and wear consistent with age and usage. Some rubbing to base of feet. One has some indistinct dents around the edges of the scallop. Hallmarks clear, no obvious restoration or alterations.
A Victorian gold chain hung with a later light-yellow jadeite pendant. The unmarked yellow gold box-link chain (formerly a guard or muff chain?) on a later rose-gold swivel clasp or dog clip, approx 88cm long overall; now hung with a vintage light-yellow jadeite pendant of rounded-triangular outline and carved with a bird one side and a fish the other, approx. 52mm high, 32mm wide
A 19th century Regency giltwood and gesso convex girondole mirror. The beaded frame surmounted with an eagle perched on rockwork and fronds, above a three light wall light, issuing from leafy flowerhead scrolling branches, 97cm high Condition Report: The back appears to be original but has been off which could indicate that the plate might have been replaced, however you can see that the plate has age, inconclusive, overall weight 20+ Kg
Three bead necklaces, comprising; an imitation red-amber oval bead necklace of 55 oval beads graduating from approx. 27mm x 18.5mm to 9mm x 6.9mm, on a base-meal barrel screw clasp, approx. 39.5cm long overall; a malachite graduated spherical bead necklace, the beads graduating from approx. 16.0mm to 6.5mm diameter, on a tapering barrel shaped screw-clasp, approx. 53cm long overall; and a light-orange glass oval bead necklace, the beads graduating from approx. 20.5mm x 14mm to 9.5mm x 7.5mm, on a bolt-ring clasp, approx. 39.5cm long overall. * Condition Report: imitation red-amber necklace 63.6g, no apparent marbling. Orange necklace 73.2g, shows bubbling but no marbling. Malachite 79.7g, no marbling
Hawthorne, Nathaniel; A Wonder Book (Hawthorne's Wonder Book), illustrated by Arthur Rackham, This Edition is limited to six hundred copies numbered and signed by the Artist. The number of this copy is 444. Hodder & Stoughton Ltd London, New York & Toronto, 16 tipped-in colour plates and illustrations by Rackham, captioned tissue guards, pictorial endpapers, original gilt-stamped pictorial cloth, 4to. Book is complete with 16 plates.Some staining to boards, more so to the spine.Paper generally good with light browning in small parts only.
A set of three circa 1810 Spode Indian Sporting series blue and white transfer decorated plates, impressed marks and inscribed 'Death of the bear' verso, dia.25cm All with light surface scratching.One has a very small chip to the reverse.Another with three similar very small chips to the reverse and a deep scratch below the bear.
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