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A PAIR OF DOUCAI PORCELAIN SAUCER DISHES Hongxian iron red four character marks within a double square to base 18cm diameter, 500g >> Overall in good condition Provenance: purchased from Phillip's, London, 1974 Inventory: P640, P641 Condition: Overall in very good condition _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A PAIR OF 'FAMILLE VERTE' PORCELAIN DISHES Kangxi period, according to the inventory Underglaze blue pseudo seal mark within a double circle to base of each Decorated to the centre with a mythical beast amongst lotus 21cm diameter each / 620g altogether >> Slight wear to the enamel in places Provenance: Purchased at auction in 1980 Inventory: P792, P793 Condition: Minor wear to the enamels in places, as visible on the images, very minor chipping to the base. _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A DOUCAI TWIN HANDLED LOTUS AND BAT VASE Qianlong seal mark in underglaze blue to base With dragon handles 31cm high 2.4kg Provenance: Purchased from China Trading in 1968 Inventory: P247 Condition: one dragon's handles with two chips; a circular firing crack to the inside of the vase not visible on the outside, minor firing defects in places _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A WUCAI TRANSITIONAL STYLE PORCELAIN JAR Probably late Ming or early Qing, according to the inventory Decorated with flowering foliage and rocks, and with lug handles to shoulder 32cm high, 3kg Provenance: Purchased in Indonesia in 1969 Inventory: P278 Condition: A crack running from one side (5cm long approx) along the underbase to the other side of the jar, visible to the underside, the inside and one side of the jar; slight wear and scratching to the enamels in places, minor chipping to the upper rim.  _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A SQUARE WUCAI PORCELAIN DRAGON BOX Of Wanli style Decorated to each side with a five clawed dragon amongst clouds, cover lacking 12cm high, 14cm wide 1.7kg Provenance: Purchased in 1972 Inventory: P370 Note: For a similar mark and period example, retaining its original cover, see Christies Paris, 10th June 2009, Lot 125 Condition: Slight wear the the enamels in places; minor firing cracks in places, lid missing _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A SET OF TWELVE WUCAI PORCELAIN WINE CUPS Guangxu six character mark in underglaze blue to base Decorated with rocks and flowering foliage 5.5cm diameter each In 3 boxes (2kgs - 20x20x8cm each box) Provenance: Purchased from Richard Lim BC Antiques, in 1992 Inventory number from Mr Quek Kiok Lee: P856 Condition: Overall in good condition, no visible cracks or chips. _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A PANELLED PORCELAIN TEA BOWL Square with cut corners, decorated with flowing branches, iron red stylised foliate mark to base, with a custom-made textile base 7cm high With box (700gr - 14x14x12cm) Provenance: Purchased from Tanglin Shopping Center, in 1993 Inventory number from Mr Quek Kiok Lee: P499 _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A FLAMBÉ GLAZED TRIPOD CENSER On carved wood stand 20cm high including stand / 3.1kgs Condition Minor scratches to the interior of the bowl, overall it is in very good condition _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A SMALL FLAMBÉ GLAZED BOTTLE VASE 19th century, according to the inventory 12cm high / 280g Provenance: Purchased from Moon Gate in 1973 Inventory: P379 _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A TALL FLAMBÉ GLAZED MEIPING VASE 19th Century, according to the inventory With everted mouth, covered in a deep blue glaze and three red patches to the sides, wood stand 55cm high (without base) / approx 10kg Provenance: Purchased from China Art house, in 1972 Inventory: P366 Condition: No major visible chips or cracks. It is overall in very good condition. Please note that this lot hasn't been checked with a UV light but doesn't show any signs of restoration. _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A PAIR OF 'FAMILLE VERTE' AND 'FAMILLE ROSE' GARDEN SEATS Of typical barrel shape, painted in enamels with reserves featuring birds amongst flowering branches, and with diaperwork, ruyi and other borders 32cm diameter x 49cm high Condition: Minor scratching and wear to the enamels in places, commensurate with age; one with a chip to the seat. Please note that this lot hasn't been checked with a UV light but doesn't show any signs of restoration. _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A JUN WARE CIRCULAR SHALLOW DISH With typical blue and purple glaze, unglazed base 14cm diameter / 330g Condition; Minor cracks to the surface of the glaze in places, overall it is in very good condition. _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A MAROON PORCELAIN BOWL WITH ROUNDED EDGES 18th century, according to the inventory With a rustic chocolate glaze with a uniform metallic shine 12cm diameter 220g Provenance: A gift from Mr and Mrs Boekhoff of Amsterdam in 1975 when they visited Singapore Inventory: P692 Condition: Very minor scratches in places commensurate with age and handling; but overall in very good condition _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A PAIR OF BLUE MONOCHROME TEA BOWLS Guangxu six character marks to base 10.5cm diameter With box (800gr - 15cm x 15cm x 13cm) >> Overall very good condition Provenance: purchased from Philips London,16th November 1997, Lot 142 (Part) Inventory: P749-750 Condition: Overall in very good condition, no chips or cracks. _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A PAIR OF BLUE MONOCHROME PORCELAIN BOWLS Guangxu six character marks to base 17cm diameter With box (2.1kgs - 25x37x12cm) >> Overall in good condition Provenance: purchased from Philips London, 16th November 1977, Lot 142 (part) Inventory: P747/748 Condition: One with minor chipping to the inside of the base, very minor firing defects to the interior of the bowls, and very minor scratching commensurate with age. Overall both bowls are in very good condition _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

THREE BLUE MONOCHROME PORCELAIN STEM CUPS Perhaps late 18th or early 19th century, according to the inventory All with dark patches and iron spots to the exterior 16cm diameter, 11cm high each 380g each, 1140g altogether Provenance: Imported in the early 70s from China and then acquired in May 1977 Inventory: P737 P738 P739 Condition; No visible chips to cracks, they are all in very good condition. Please note that this lot hasn't been checked with a UV light but there are no sign of restoration _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

THREE SMALL BLUE GLAZED 'GE TYPE' PORCELAIN BOWLS Of ogee shape with blue crackle glaze and brown glazed rims 12cm diameter each 480g altogether Condition: one with a tiny hairline crack to the upper rim, other two are overall in very good condition.Please note that this lot hasn't been checked with a UV light but doesn't show any signs of restoration. _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A 'PEACH BLOOM' GLAZED PORCELAIN WATER POT Kangxi six character mark to base 9cm high including wood stand 400gr Inventory: P116 Condition: One tiny hairline crack running along one side _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A PAIR OF UNDERGLAZE BLUE AND RED MEIPING VASES Underglaze blue character marks to base With drop ring lion mask handles, decorated with scrolling foliage and stiff leaf borders 28cm high, 4.5kg total Inventory: P67, P68 Condition: One a chip to lion's head; minor firing cracks in places; otherwise they are overall in good condition _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

TWO 'PEACH BLOOM' AMPHORA SHAPED VASES, LIUYEPING Six character Kangxi marks to base, probably 18th, according to the collector's inventory Of slender baluster form, each on wood stand 18cm and 19cm high including stand respectively Total weight 400gr Provenance: purchased from China Arts House in 1977 Inventory: P722/712 Condition: Both vases are overall in good condition (no visible crack ot chips), and have been 'blue-tacked' to the wooden bases. _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A 'CLAIR DE LUNE' GLAZED HU FORM VASE The neck featuring greek key borders and fixed drop rings, above twin qilin head loop handles, the body with bands of moulded and incised archaistic style scroll decoration, on wood stand 64cm high including stand, 35cm diameter Provenance: Purchased in 1972 Inventory: P406 Condition: Minor (old) chipping to upper rim, otherwise in very good condition _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A LARGE YELLOW GROUND 'FAMILLE ROSE' MOON FLASK Qianlong six character seal mark in underglaze blue to base With a central panel of immortals or scholars within a yellow ground butterfly border 59cm high, 36cm diameter with wooden stand Provenance: Purchased from Sotheby's Belgravia, 28th November 1974 Note: The moon flask is photographed with Mr Quek Kiok Lee, in his memoirs, page 234 Inventory: P606 Condition: Gilt rim is worn, very minor firing defects in places _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A MOTTLED BLACK GLAZED DOUBLE GOURD VASE 10th-11th Century, according to the inventory 27cm high 1.6kg Provenance: Purchased from Tang House in 2005 Inventory: P960 Condition: Overall in very good condition _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

AN AMBER GLAZED SHALLOW DISH Liao dynasty (10th to 11th Century), according to the collector's inventory The interior with three small spur marks, unglazed base and foot 18.5cm diameter / 420g >> Sold with box (21cm x 26cm x 10cm, 1.5kg) Provenance: Purchased from Moon Gate, in 1993 Inventory: P861 _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A MONOCHROME GREEN GLAZED PORCELAIN BOWL Kangxi style Of ogee shape with wide rim 18.5cm diameter With box (1.5kg - 23x23x11cm) Exhibition: SEACS exhibition label for 1978, No.249 Provenance: Purchased from Moon Gate, in 1972 Inventory: P480 _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A BLACK GLAZED PORCELAIN TRIPOD CENSER 18th century, according to collector's inventory With twin handles and high gloss black glaze, on wood stand 17cm high on the stand Provenance: from China Arts Inventory: P121 _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A SMALL GREEN GLAZED PORCELAIN BOTTLE VASE With monochrome green glaze, incised decoration 12cm high 130gr Provenance: purchased from China Art House in 1973 Inventory: P387 _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A SLIP-DECORATED BROWN GLAZED TRIPOD CENSER Late Ming Dynasty, according to the inventory Decorated with two trailing dragons chasing a flaming pearl amongst clouds Approx 21cm diameter 1.3kg Provenance: Purchased from Gan Boon Peng in 1977 Inventory: P713 Condition: Minor scratching to the glaze in places. No visible chips or cracks. It is overall in good condition. Please note that this lot hasn't been checked with a UV light but doesn't show any signs of restoration. _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A 'YUE TYPE' CELADON POTTERY JAR Jin Dynasty, 3rd or 4th Century, according to the inventory The shoulder with a band of decoration and applied with lug handles and roundels 15cm high, 22cm diameter / 2kg Provenance: Purchased from Tang House in 2005 Inventory: P949 Note: A similar example can be found in the collection of the National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A CELADON GU FORM BEAKER VASE Yongzheng seal mark to base Approx 39cm high including wood stand 2.5kg Inventory: P35 Condition: Two firing cracks to the inside of the vase; no other visible cracks or chips, this vase is in very good condition. _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A 'FAMILLE ROSE' ENAMELLED 'CLAIR DE LUNE' BOTTLE VASE Six character Yongzheng mark to base Decorated with a lotus flower to one side, on a 'clair de lune' ground 18cm high, 200g Sold within box (27cm x 11cm x 9cm, 700g) Provenance: purchased from China Art House early 1973 Inventory: P578 Condition: Overall in very good condition. Please note that this lot hasn't been checked with a UV light but doesn't show any signs of restoration. _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A SMALL WHITE GLAZED GU FORM BEAKER VASE Yuan period, according to the inventory 16cm high with base 330gr Provenance: purchased in 1977 Inventory: P716 Condition: one (old) chip to underside of upper rim; otherwise it's overall in good condition _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A 'FAMILLE VERTE' PORCELAIN GLOBULAR JAR Kangxi Period, according to the collector's inventory Decorated with birds, flowers and foliage, underglaze blue double circle to base, on wood stand 17cm high excluding stand / 2.1kg Provenance: Purchased from Moon Gate, in 1972 Inventory: P488 Condition: Upper body is pierced twice on both sides (probably for fixing metal hooks?); slight wear to the enamels in places; original lid missing according to the inventory. The wooden stand with some cracks  _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A SMALL CELADON BALUSTER VASE Kangxi six character mark to base With lappet border to lower body 12.5cm high / 137gr >> With stand and box (570 gr - the box: 20cm x 10cm x 9cm) Condition: No visible cracks or chips; this lot is overall in very good condition and has been safely kept in a box.  _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

AN INCISED CELADON BOWL Chinese or Korean Incised with stylised lotus flower to the inside and moulded with lotus petal to the outside 18.5cm diameter Sold with a box 25cm x 25xm x 15cm / 1.8kg Exhibited: SEACS label for 1983 to base Inventory: P188 _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A SMALL 'LOTUS PETAL' CELADON JAR Song Dynasty or later, according to the inventory 9cm high 230g Provenance: From Tang House Inventory: P956 _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A C+D95:D96ELADON PORCELAIN SMALL BOWL Probably 19th Century, according to the inventory 11cm diameter / 150gr >> Overall in good condition; with box (420gr - 14cm x 14cm x 9cm) Exhibited: SEACS exhibition label for National Museum Singapore 1978, No.239 Inventory: P144 _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A SMALL CELADON GLAZED BOWL Song Dynasty, according to the inventory With crackle glaze 7.5cm diameter With box (380gr - 12x14x8cm) Exhibited: SEACS Exhibition label No.238 Provenance: Purchased from Moon Gate in 1972 Inventory: P486 _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A LIGHT GREEN INCISED LONGQUAN CELADON BOWL Northern Song The interior with combed scrolling foliate decoration around a central medallion, the exterior with striations 17.5cm diameter / 400gr >> Two hairline cracks to the rim Exhibited: SEACS Song Ceramics, National Museum of Singapore, 1983, No.58 (illustrated p.81) _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A FINE 'GOLDEN' CELADON TWIN FISH DISH Song Dynasty, according to the collector's inventory The centre relief decorated with two opposing scaled fish, in a golden crackle glaze 30cm diameter, 1.3kg Provenance: Purchased form Dr Jimmy Hoo and Mrs Lee in 1972. Exhibited: SEACS exhibition label for National Museum Singapore, 1978, no.227 Note from the Collector: This is a fine quality piece Inventory: P458 _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A NEAR PAIR OF 'GOLDEN' LONGQUAN CELADON TWIN FISH DISHES Southern Song, according to the collector's inventory 21.5cm diameter / 23cm diameter respectively Provenance: Purchased from Moon Gate Exhibited: SEACS Song Ceramics, National Museum Singapore 1983, No.39 and 40 (both illustrated p.71). Further SEACS exhibition labels for 1978 Inventory: P491, P492 _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A LONGQUAN CELADON BOWL With petal moulded exterior 17cm diameter 400g >>Restored chip on the rim _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

A SMALL LONGQUAN CELADON CIRCULAR DISH Probably Song Dynasty, according to the inventory Decorated with lotus petals on the exterior 12cm diameter With box (440gr - 13cm x13cm x 9cm) Exhibited: Bears SEACS exhibition labels for 1978 and 1983 Provenance: Purchased from an Indonesian trader Inventory: P266 Condition: Overall in very good condition _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.

Ca. 3000-2000 BC. Finely molded terracotta figurine (fertility idol); such figurines are commonly discovered in Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro; it is believed they were used as religious offerings. Size: 125mm;4.92in; 45 grams Provenance: From an old British collection of Asian Art formed in 1990 on the UK and European art market.

Antique Buddhist Temple Tile Fragments (Asian, Antique) Circular Tile with Dragon, Circular Tile with Phoenix, Barrel form Tile with Impressed and Raised Decoration. Ceramic Dragon: 6 1/2 in. x 6 1/2 in. x 1 in.; Phoenix: 6 in. x 5 1/2 in. x 2 1/2 in.; Tile: 12 in. x 5 in. x 3 1/2in. Condition: Good overall condition with wear and losses consistent with age. For inquiries, condition report and additional images please email info.hillgallery@gmail.com Museum Inventory No. 1991.008-010 Collection of the Bass Museum of Art - Miami Beach, Florida. Proceeds to benefit the John and Johanna Bass Acquisitions Fund. Shipping: Hill Auction Gallery will not ship. Gallery will refer professional third party shippers for USA Domestic and International buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request.

A box of ceramics etc including Crown Ducal vase, bargeware, Asian collectables and Art Deco caitlin pot.

Original vintage Art Deco advertising poster: Drink Tea from Merkle Chocolate House - The Noble Drink (text in German reads: Trinkt Tee vom Schokoladenhaus Merkle - Das Edle Getrank). Stylised artwork by Willy Thomsen showing an Asian lady bowing her head to welcome visitors to the Chocolate House. Friedrich Wilhelm Thomsen (born December 25, 1898 in Altona , 1969 in Kampen on Sylt ), also Willy and Willi Thomsen , was a German painter , draftsman , cartoonist , graphic artist and illustrator.Year of printing: 1920s, country of printing: Germany, designer: Willy Thomsen, dimensions (cm): 59.5x41.5. Poor condition, large repaired tears, tape staining, paper fragile.

A group of Asian works of art, various dates, comprising; a Japanese bronze crab, 10cm. wide; a Japanese bronze tsuba pierced with leaves, 7.25cm. high; a spelter fish and rat dish, 27cm. length; a bronze face mask, 13cm. high; a Japanese ivory bat knop, 7cm. wide; also a group of eight wood stands, (13).

Book - Chinese Imperial Patronage: Treasures from Temples and Palaces - Bruckner, Christopher - Published by Asian Art Gallery, London, ISBN 0 9534551/0/6, cloth bound hardback, 34.5 x 25cm

A glass and fibreglass overlay vase with glass fragment inclusion. A tall vase (Chinese) together with another resin and metal Asian art piece, Mother of Pearl inlay.

Asian bronze koi carp Art Nouveau style large urn and stand, 62cm high

AN INDIAN RED SANDSTONE TORSO OF A DEVATA 10TH/11TH CENTURY Probably Rajasthan, the female deity depicted in tribhanga, her voluptuous body adorned with elaborate jewellery, wearing a sheer dhoti secured with a belt, all supported on a modern stand, 69cm. Provenance: by repute, formerly a UK private collection acquired in the 1980s; and then the collection of Mr Richard Nathanson (d.2018), London, purchased from Jonathan Tucker Antonia Tozer Asian Art on 18th September 2002. A copy of the invoice is available. Cf. Christie's New York, 25th March 2004, lot 49 for a comparable red sandstone torso of a Devata. Richard Nathanson began his career at Sotheby's in 1966 and was immediately captivated by Impressionist and early 20th century art. He subsequently set up as an independent art advisor in that field, in which he became well respected and known, in particular for his involvement with the work of artists such as Sisley, Modigliani, Rouault, Bonnard and Albert Houthuesen. During his lifelong career in the art world, Richard expanded his expertise across time and space and gathered an extraordinarily eclectic collection of artworks which included classical, medieval, African, Asian and Oceanic pieces as well as folk art, natural forms and early toys. As he learnt more about these cultures and the art they inspired, his profound admiration for them grew, broadening his spiritual and philosophical outlook. He observed the intense affinities between these pieces, sometimes separated by millennia and thousands of miles and was fascinated by the conversations that arose between these various expressions of human experience. Richard felt that art had the ability to give hope and inspiration in the human quest for truth and beauty.

A SMALL COLLECTION OF TIBETAN ITEMS 16TH CENTURY AND LATER Comprising: a square repouss? parcel-gilt panel decorated with a kalasha, a wood ewer and cover, a copper and brass loop handled pot and cover, a gilt-bronze vajra-sword, a copper and baitong cup, two copper and brass bowls and covers, a large copper and brass monk's cap ewer, a wood printing block and a gilt-copper item, possibly a jewel held by Buddha, 37cm max. (13) Provenance: from the collection of Mr Richard Nathanson (d.2018), London. Six of the items purchased from Peter Sloane Objects & Works of Art between 2004 and 2014. Copies of the invoices and a Sloane valuation of the printing block are available. Richard Nathanson began his career at Sotheby's in 1966 and was immediately captivated by Impressionist and early 20th century art. He subsequently set up as an independent art advisor in that field, in which he became well respected and known, in particular for his involvement with the work of artists such as Sisley, Modigliani, Rouault, Bonnard and Albert Houthuesen. During his lifelong career in the art world, Richard expanded his expertise across time and space and gathered an extraordinarily eclectic collection of artworks which included classical, medieval, African, Asian and Oceanic pieces as well as folk art, natural forms and early toys. As he learnt more about these cultures and the art they inspired, his profound admiration for them grew, broadening his spiritual and philosophical outlook. He observed the intense affinities between these pieces, sometimes separated by millennia and thousands of miles and was fascinated by the conversations that arose between these various expressions of human experience. Richard felt that art had the ability to give hope and inspiration in the human quest for truth and beauty.

AN INDIAN BRONZE HEAD AND TWO TIBETAN HEADS 18TH/19TH CENTURY The Indian head depicting the goddess Gauri, with traces of blue and red pigment, one Tibetan head cast in bronze as a monk's head, the other a repouss? gilt-copper head of Buddha with traces of cold painting to his hair, two with modern stands, 11cm max, 1.3kg, 505g and 78g. (4) Provenance: from the collection of Mr Richard Nathanson (d.2018), London. The gilt-copper head purchased from Brandt Asian Art on 24th October 2006. The Tibetan monk's head and Indian head purchased from Peter Sloane Early and Eastern Art on 26th June 2013 and 18th May 2012 respectively. Copies of the invoices are available. Richard Nathanson began his career at Sotheby's in 1966 and was immediately captivated by Impressionist and early 20th century art. He subsequently set up as an independent art advisor in that field, in which he became well respected and known, in particular for his involvement with the work of artists such as Sisley, Modigliani, Rouault, Bonnard and Albert Houthuesen. During his lifelong career in the art world, Richard expanded his expertise across time and space and gathered an extraordinarily eclectic collection of artworks which included classical, medieval, African, Asian and Oceanic pieces as well as folk art, natural forms and early toys. As he learnt more about these cultures and the art they inspired, his profound admiration for them grew, broadening his spiritual and philosophical outlook. He observed the intense affinities between these pieces, sometimes separated by millennia and thousands of miles and was fascinated by the conversations that arose between these various expressions of human experience. Richard felt that art had the ability to give hope and inspiration in the human quest for truth and beauty.

THREE TIBETAN GILT-COPPER REPOUSSE ITEMS 18TH AND 19TH CENTURY Comprising: a panel depicting a standing snow lion, a lion mask with a fierce expression and its mouth agape revealing its teeth and tongue, and a model of a leg wearing a tall boot with a ruyi-head at the toe, probably from a Lokapala, two with modern stands, 50cm max, 2kg, 1kg and 2.6kg. (5) Provenance: from the collection of Mr Richard Nathanson (d.2018), London. The lion mask purchased from Peter Sloane Objects & Works of Art on 29th March 2001. The leg purchased from Brandt Asian Art Ltd on 6th November 2009. Copies of the invoices are available. Richard Nathanson began his career at Sotheby's in 1966 and was immediately captivated by Impressionist and early 20th century art. He subsequently set up as an independent art advisor in that field, in which he became well respected and known, in particular for his involvement with the work of artists such as Sisley, Modigliani, Rouault, Bonnard and Albert Houthuesen. During his lifelong career in the art world, Richard expanded his expertise across time and space and gathered an extraordinarily eclectic collection of artworks which included classical, medieval, African, Asian and Oceanic pieces as well as folk art, natural forms and early toys. As he learnt more about these cultures and the art they inspired, his profound admiration for them grew, broadening his spiritual and philosophical outlook. He observed the intense affinities between these pieces, sometimes separated by millennia and thousands of miles and was fascinated by the conversations that arose between these various expressions of human experience. Richard felt that art had the ability to give hope and inspiration in the human quest for truth and beauty.

A SMALL COLLECTION OF SOUTH ASIAN AND HIMALAYAN ITEMS C.2ND CENTURY AND LATER Comprising: two small Gandharan grey schist heads, each with a modern stand, a bronze model of the Hindu deity Khandoba on horseback, an Indian bronze figure of a seated many-armed goddess, an Indian bronze figure of Garuda, a figure of the Baby Krishna, a small bronze model of a snake, a Jain marble section of a seated Buddha, and a Tibetan tsa-tsa mould, 21.7cm max. (11) Provenance: from the collection of Mr Richard Nathanson (d.2018), London. The Gandharan heads, figure of Garuda, Tibetan tsa-tsa mould, and model of Khandoba purchased from Peter Sloane Early and Eastern Art between 2011 and 2016. Copies of the invoices are available. Richard Nathanson began his career at Sotheby's in 1966 and was immediately captivated by Impressionist and early 20th century art. He subsequently set up as an independent art advisor in that field, in which he became well respected and known, in particular for his involvement with the work of artists such as Sisley, Modigliani, Rouault, Bonnard and Albert Houthuesen. During his lifelong career in the art world, Richard expanded his expertise across time and space and gathered an extraordinarily eclectic collection of artworks which included classical, medieval, African, Asian and Oceanic pieces as well as folk art, natural forms and early toys. As he learnt more about these cultures and the art they inspired, his profound admiration for them grew, broadening his spiritual and philosophical outlook. He observed the intense affinities between these pieces, sometimes separated by millennia and thousands of miles and was fascinated by the conversations that arose between these various expressions of human experience. Richard felt that art had the ability to give hope and inspiration in the human quest for truth and beauty.

A LARGE THAI BRONZE FIGURE OF BUDDHA 2ND HALF 17TH CENTURY Standing with both hands raised in abhaya mudra, wearing an elaborate crown and robes falling from his shoulders, his content face with an aquiline nose and well-defined arched eyebrows, with elongated flaring earlobes curling at the ends, all upon an octagonal pedestal, 151cm, 70kg. Provenance: formerly an American private collection; and then catalogue no.35, ST459 in Jonathan Tucker Antonia Tozer Asian Art's 2008 exhibition Brilliance from the East: an Important Exhibition of Indian, Southeast Asian and Chinese Art; and then the collection of Mr Richard Nathanson (d.2018), London, purchased from Jonathan Tucker Antonia Tozer Asian Art on 4th February 2009. A copy of the invoice is available. Cf. The Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, accession nos.54.2542 and 54.2810 for two comparable bronze heads of similar date from the Alexander B Griswold Collection. Richard Nathanson began his career at Sotheby's in 1966 and was immediately captivated by Impressionist and early 20th century art. He subsequently set up as an independent art advisor in that field, in which he became well respected and known, in particular for his involvement with the work of artists such as Sisley, Modigliani, Rouault, Bonnard and Albert Houthuesen. During his lifelong career in the art world, Richard expanded his expertise across time and space and gathered an extraordinarily eclectic collection of artworks which included classical, medieval, African, Asian and Oceanic pieces as well as folk art, natural forms and early toys. As he learnt more about these cultures and the art they inspired, his profound admiration for them grew, broadening his spiritual and philosophical outlook. He observed the intense affinities between these pieces, sometimes separated by millennia and thousands of miles and was fascinated by the conversations that arose between these various expressions of human experience. Richard felt that art had the ability to give hope and inspiration in the human quest for truth and beauty.

A CHINESE CARVED STONE LION FRAGMENT TANG DYNASTY The lion depicted with bulging eyes beneath a defined brow, detailed with swirls of hair to its mane which continue down its spine, together with a modern stand, 21cm. (2) Provenance: from the collection of Mr Richard Nathanson (d.2018), London, purchased from Brandt Asian Art Ltd on 6th November 2009. A copy of the invoice is available. Richard Nathanson began his career at Sotheby's in 1966 and was immediately captivated by Impressionist and early 20th century art. He subsequently set up as an independent art advisor in that field, in which he became well respected and known, in particular for his involvement with the work of artists such as Sisley, Modigliani, Rouault, Bonnard and Albert Houthuesen. During his lifelong career in the art world, Richard expanded his expertise across time and space and gathered an extraordinarily eclectic collection of artworks which included classical, medieval, African, Asian and Oceanic pieces as well as folk art, natural forms and early toys. As he learnt more about these cultures and the art they inspired, his profound admiration for them grew, broadening his spiritual and philosophical outlook. He observed the intense affinities between these pieces, sometimes separated by millennia and thousands of miles and was fascinated by the conversations that arose between these various expressions of human experience. Richard felt that art had the ability to give hope and inspiration in the human quest for truth and beauty.

A LARGE GANDHARAN GREY SCHIST HAND OF BUDDHA 2ND-5TH CENTURY AD The stone naturalistically carved as a relaxed open palm, probably originally held upright by a larger figure in a gesture of reassurance, 25.5cm. Provenance: formerly an English private collection; and then the collection of Mr Richard Nathanson (d.2018), London, purchased from Finch & Co on 17th May 2010. A copy of the invoice is available. Richard Nathanson began his career at Sotheby's in 1966 and was immediately captivated by Impressionist and early 20th century art. He subsequently set up as an independent art advisor in that field, in which he became well respected and known, in particular for his involvement with the work of artists such as Sisley, Modigliani, Rouault, Bonnard and Albert Houthuesen. During his lifelong career in the art world, Richard expanded his expertise across time and space and gathered an extraordinarily eclectic collection of artworks which included classical, medieval, African, Asian and Oceanic pieces as well as folk art, natural forms and early toys. As he learnt more about these cultures and the art they inspired, his profound admiration for them grew, broadening his spiritual and philosophical outlook. He observed the intense affinities between these pieces, sometimes separated by millennia and thousands of miles and was fascinated by the conversations that arose between these various expressions of human experience. Richard felt that art had the ability to give hope and inspiration in the human quest for truth and beauty.

A CAMBODIAN LACQUERED AND PARCEL-GILT WOOD FIGURE OF BUDDHA 19TH/20TH CENTURY Depicted standing in samabhanga on a lacquered square-section pedestal, with his right hand in abhaya mudra, wearing a long robe which extends down to his ankles, his face bearing a serene expression, 185cm overall. Exhibited: Jonathan Tucker Antonia Tozer Asian Art.