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Lot 1209
A GEORGIAN OAK EIGHT DAY LONGCASE CLOCK, the hood with a swan neck pediment, reeded pillars flanking a circular door, that's enclosing a 14 inch painted enamel dial with roman numerals, seconds dial and signed James Northwood of Newport, the bell striking movement with a cast backplate stamped 'Finnemore & Son', on a trunk with canted reeded corners, with two weights, pendulum and winding key, height 225cm (condition:-later plinth, dial partially peeling to edge, door locked and repair to crack)
Lot 357
A COLLECTION OF ASSORTED MINIATURE TEAWARES, comprising a Wedgwood blue Jasper Ware coffee pot, a Coalport red 'Indian Tree' pattern teapot, bell and egg form pot, a Coalport 'Burbeck Rose' jug and covered sugar bowl, a Wedgwood 'Kutani Crane' pattern cup and saucer, a Coalport cup and saucer decorated with pink roses, a Shelley cup and saucer decorated with blue flowers, pattern No. 13864, a Spode cup and saucer to commemorate the Wedding of HRH Prince Charles to Lady Diana Spencer, a Coalport blue and white 'Willow' pattern cup and saucer, a Spode Billingsley Rose Spray pattern cup and saucer, two Spode miniature plates from the Spode Blue Room Collection, 'Rome' and 'Botanical', a Spode 'Plates of the World's Great Porcelain Houses' limited edition plate, eight floral patterned miniature pieces of Spode (Qty) (Condition report: good, slight scratches to gilding)
Lot 376
NINE FIGURINES, comprising a Wedgwood for Spink limited edition 'The Great Exhibition' figurine 825/10000 (finger broken, tiny chip to back hem of dress), two Coalport Beau Monde 'On Court' figurines height 17cm, Royal Doulton Holly HN3647 height 21cm and Top o'the Hill HN1834 (the latter has a glazed over chip to brim of hat), Renaissance Amelia (small chips to hem of dress) height 28cm and Edwina, Bradford Editions 'Sunday Best' and 'Crimson Belle' bell figurines (9) (Condition report: most pieces appear in good condition, specific obvious damage as stated, would benefit from a clean)
Lot 418
TWO BOXES AND LOOSE BASKETS, METALWARES, CERAMICS, GLASS AND PICTURES, to include a brass bell in the form of a buoy, a copper kettle, a wicker doll's cradle length 43cm x height 24cm x width 20cm, a wicker hamper, basket and bread basket, six horse brasses, a pewter flask, a marigold carnival glass bowl diameter 12cm, a butter dish in plated stand, three soda syphons, four framed pictures, etc (2 boxes + loose) (sd)
Lot 444
THREE BOXES AND LOOSE METALWARE, CLOCKS, TWO PEGGY NISBET COSTUME DOLLS AND ASSORTED CERAMICS, PICTURES, MIRRORS, ETC, including a brass fox door knocker, brass hanging bell, three electric clocks and two others, two pink glazed Sylvac ducks, model no.1498, Japanese wooden and paper parasol, s.d., a slipper bed pan, assorted prints, etc, s.d. (3 boxes & loose)
Lot 54
A WHITE METAL CHARM BRACELET, double curb link bracelet, fitted with a heart padlock clasp hallmarked London, fitted with nineteen charms in forms such as a hinged football opens to reveal a goal keeper in goals, a bible, bell, church, heart, keys, lamp etc some with marks to indicate silver others unmarked, approximate gross weight 70.6 grams (condition report: general light wear, clasp in working condition, overall condition good)
Lot 544
A.D. BELL ALSO KNOWN AS WILFRED KNOX (1884-1996) WORKING BOATS POSSIBLY ON THE NORFOLK BROADS, signed and dated 1905 bottom left, watercolour on paper approximate size 24cm x 49cm together with a companion study depicting working boats off the coast by the same hand, signed and dated 1905 bottom right, both paintings have foxing, the coastal painting has faded colours (2)
Lot 84
An autographed programme for the 1973 Common Market Football Match played at Wembley Stadium 3rd January 1973, The Three v The Six, Great Britain, Republic of Ireland and Denmark v Belgium, France, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands & West Germany, signatures to the front cover including Bobby Moore (signed twice), Alf Ramsey, Bobby Charlton, Colin Bell, Emlyn Hughes, Tommy Docherty, Dino Zoff, Christian Piot, Horst Blankenburg, Berti Vogts and others
Lot 172
A Victorian blue Jasper Ware cheese bell, with stand, the acorn knopped bell sprigged with repeating oak leave design and figural vignettes, the base conforming, impressed 'C' to underside 27cm dia, sold along with A Wedgwood Jasper ware biscuit barrel, Wedgwood Jasper ware jug and two Royal Doulton blue and white wares. cracking to jasper jug interior, and Doulton vase, cheese stand with 'Spider Leg' cracks showing to underside but overall good used condition.
Lot 72
Margaret Kerry the voice of Tinker Bell signed 10 x 8 inch colour photo. Margaret Kerry is an American screen actress, dancer, voice artist, camera double, radio producer, director and host and media personality, best known for her work as a model for Walt Disney Pictures, where she served as the inspiration and pantomimed the Peter Pan character of Tinker Bell. Good condition. All autographs come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99
Lot 154
Ca. 400-200 BC.A rare black glazed lebes gamikos - a "marriage vase" with an inverted bell-shaped body and its characteristic pair of horizontal strap handles set on either shoulder. The mouth with a raised rim. The vessel sits on a low, circular foot. The glaze at one spot rubbed off, otherwise intact. For a type, see The Archaeological Civic Museum of Bologna, Inventory #: MCA-GRE-G_0463.Size: L:110mm / W:110mm ; 105gProvenance: From the Helge Deikner Collection, North Rhine-Westphalia since before 1980.
Lot 219
Ca. 100-200 AD.A candlestick unguentarium in blue glass, featuring a short bell-shaped body, a long cylindrical neck, and a mouth with a rolled rim. Unguentaria usually contained perfume and oil, both precious materials during the Roman Empire which were used both in private life and public ceremonies and even funerals. Candlestick unguentaria are among the most widespread glass shapes and have been recovered across the Roman Empire. For a similar example, see The British Museum, Museum number 1842,0728.575.Size: L:190mm / W:80mm ; 160gProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old Oxford collection formed in the 1990s; Ex. Swiss private collection.
Lot 353
Militaria Ausland - Italien : Italien: Helm eines Kavallerieoffiziers, 1861 - 1871.Versilberte Helmglocke mit aufgesetztem feuervergoldeten geprägten Kamm, die Spitze als Löwenkopf. Auf der Vorderseite die gekrönte Chiffre "VE" König Vittorio Emanuele II. Die Helmglocke im unteren Bereich mit Besatz aus Bärenfell mit großem versilberten Savoyer Kreuz. Schuppenketten feuervergoldet an Rosetten. Seitlich originaler Reiherfedern - Paradebusch an zerplatzender Granate.Originales Innenfutter aus schwarzer Seide mit breitemrotbraunen Lederschweißband.Im schönen, mit schwarzem Leinen bezogenen Original - Koffer mit vergoldetem Tragehenkel. Innenfutter aus rotbraunem Samt mit separater Aussparung für den Kamm.Wunderschöner Helm in allerbester Qualität und Erhaltung. In diesem hervorragenden Zustand nur schwer zu bekommen.Foreign Militaria - Italy : Italy. Helmet of a Cavalry Officer, 1861-1871. Silver plated helmet bell with attached fire gilded embossed crest, the top as a lion's head. On the front the crowned cipher "VE" King Vittorio Emanuele II. The helmet in the lower part trimmed in bearskin with large silver-plated Savoy cross. Chin scales fire-gilt on rosettes. Original egret feathers on side - parade breastplate on bursting grenade. Original black silk lining with wide reddish brown leather sweatband. In beautiful original black linen covered case with gilded carrying handle. Inner lining ofreddish brown velvet with separate recess for the comb. Beautiful helmet in the very best quality and condition. In this excellent condition only hard to get.
Lot 449
FUCHSJAGD Serie "Fox Hunting" bestehend aus vier Graphiken: "Going out", "Going into cover", "The Check", "The Death", die Serie zeigt den Ablauf einer Jagd - vom Aufbruch bis zum Tod - anhand einer Gruppe von Jägern und ihren Hunden, koloriertes Mezzotinto von E. Bell nach G. Morland, um 1800, 15x19,5cm (Abb.), PP, 35,2x37,7cm (Rahmen)
Lot 732
A George III longcase clock, the swan neck pediment over arched door, fluted pilasters Tunbridge ware inlay and mahogany cross bands, on a later plinth, the white painted dial with floral spray spandrels, Roman chapter ring, subsidiary seconds dial and date aperture, inscribed Deacon Barton the eight day movement striking the hours on a bell, with Walker and Hughes cast false plate, complete with weights and pendulum, movement untested, H234cm
Lot 40
A LARGE AND MASSIVE BRONZE VAJRA, 17TH-18TH CENTURY 十七至十八世紀大型銅金鋼杵Tibet. Heavily cast, the central rod made of iron, the four-pronged vajra decorated in relief with worshippers to the lower end of each prong flanked by incised borders, the central sphere framed by a beaded border and a foliate band. Provenance: From an old South German private collection, by repute acquired from Schoettle Ostasiatika between 1968 and 1989, and thence by descent to the last owner. Condition: Very good condition with old wear and some casting imperfections. The iron with encrustations. Few minuscule nicks and light scratches here and there. Fine, naturally grown, dark patina. Weight: 987.1 g Dimensions: Length 24.2 cm The vajra, a symbol of indestructibility and power, is one of the primary ritual symbols in Tibetan Buddhism. Derived from Sanskrit and translating to both thunderbolt and diamond, the vajra consists of two sets of prongs from which lotus petals emanate, flanking a central sphere. Often used in combination with a bell, which represents feminine wisdom, the vajra symbolizes the masculine attribute of skillful means or compassion.Auction result comparison: Type: Closely relatedAuction: Sotheby's Hong Kong, 30 June 2020, lot 6034Price: HKD 37,500 or approx. EUR 4,500 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A large bronze vajra, Tibet, 17th centuryExpert remark: Compare the similar decoration, though showing dragons instead of worshippers, and related size (26 cm). Note that the vajra is six-pronged and slightly less elaborate than the present lot.十七至十八世紀大型銅金鋼杵西藏。兩端首作五股式，摩羯首銜之，中央鑄鐵，托以蓮瓣，手執處光素。 來源：德國南部知名私人收藏，據説1968-1989年間購於Schoettle Ostasiatika ，保存至今。 品相：品相良好，有磨損和一些鑄造缺陷。鑄鐵部分有結殼。局部有微小刻痕和輕微劃痕。自然生長的天然深色包漿。 重量：987.1 克 尺寸：長24.2 厘米 拍賣結果比較： 形制：非常相近 拍賣：香港蘇富比, 2020年6月30日, lot 6034 價格：HKD 37,500（相當於今日EUR 4,500） 描述：十七世紀藏傳銅金剛杵 專家評論：比較相似的裝飾，但裝飾龍而非禮拜者，以及相近的尺寸 (26 厘米)。請注意此金剛杵為六股式和較少裝飾。
Lot 20
A BRONZE 'TWIN BOYS' WEIGHT, MING DYNASTY 明代四喜童子銅鎮China, 1386-1644. The bronze cast in the form of two reclining boys arranged head to toe, each with legs in a near-crossed position, both heads supported by one arm, one boy holding a cup, the other a bell. Their waist incised with a floral diapered band.Provenance: From a German private collection. Condition: Good condition with old wear, traces of use and casting irregularities, few nicks and light surface scratches.Weight: 121.4 g Dimensions: Size 4.6 x 4.9 cmAuction result comparison:Type: Closely relatedAuction: Sotheby's Hong Kong, 4 June 2020, lot 449Price: HKD 52,500 or approx. EUR 6,800 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A bronze 'twin boys' group, 17th centuryExpert remark: Compare the closely related form and incised waist band. Note the size (7.7 cm).明代四喜童子銅鎮 中國，1386-1644年。二童面龐豐腴，眉弓弧彎，杏目微啟，眉鼻相連，一童手持杯子，另一童子持鈴鐺。經過巧妙組合，無論是上是下，是左是右，無論從哪個角度觀賞，孩童或立或臥，或背或對，相互構成四個完整的戲耍孩童，意趣盎然，惹人疼愛。 來源：德國私人收藏。 品相：狀況良好，有磨損、使用痕跡和鑄件不規則，輕微劃痕。 重量：121.4 克 尺寸：4.6 x 4.9 厘米 拍賣結果比較： 形制：非常相近 拍賣：香港蘇富比，2020年6月4日，lot 449 價格：HKD 52,500（相當於今日EUR 6,800） 描述：十七世紀銅雙喜童子 專家評論：比較非常相近外型和腰部雕刻。請注意尺寸(7.7 厘米)。
Lot 33
A MASSIVE GILT BRONZE RELIEF OF A BUDDHIST LION, 17TH-18TH CENTURY 十七至十八世紀銅鎏金獅子浮雕片Tibet. The copper alloy is heavily cast in relief as a Buddhist lion, its head turned towards the curled tail, the neck with a collar suspending a bell, the mouth open to reveal sharp teeth and fangs. The head, tail, and legs finely incised with fur.Provenance: From a noted European private collection, assembled prior to 2007. Condition: Good condition with extensive old wear and some casting irregularities, the reverse with distinct malachite encrustation. Weight: 1,311 g Dimensions: Length 17 cmWith an associated metal stand (2). Auction result comparison: Type: RelatedAuction: Christie's New York, 19 September 2002, lot 166Price: USD 8,365 or approx. EUR 12,500 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A large gilt bronze figure of a lion, Tibet, 16th-17th centuryExpert remark: Compare the related casting and incision work. Note that the bronze is of a larger size than the present lot. Auction result comparison:Type: RelatedAuction: Christie's New York, 20 March 2002, lot 62Price: USD 15,275 or approx. EUR 23,000 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A Gilt Bronze Lion, Tibet, circa 17th centuryExpert remark: Compare the fierce expression, bushy tail and fur, as well as the related size (20.2 cm).十七至十八世紀銅鎏金獅子浮雕片西藏。鎏金銅浮雕佛獅，轉頭怒視其左側，張口露出獠牙，口型巨大，獵毛反捲向側後上方聳立。獅兩後腿左右分立，四趾緊抓地面，蓄勢待發。雕刻線條清晰流暢，動態十足。 來源：法國私人收藏，收藏於2007年前。 品相：狀況良好，有大量磨損和一些不規則鑄造，反面有明顯的結殼。 重量：1,311 克 尺寸：長17 厘米 有配套金屬架(2)。 拍賣結果比較： 形制：相近 拍賣：紐約佳士得, 2002年9月19日, lot 166 價格：USD 8,365（相當於今日EUR 12,500） 描述：十六至十七世紀西藏大型銅鎏金獅像 專家評論：比較相近的鑄造和雕刻形制。請注意此銅像遠大於我們的拍品。 拍賣結果比較： 形制：相近 拍賣：紐約佳士得, 2002年3月20日, lot 62 價格：USD 15,275（相當於今日EUR 23,000） 描述：大約十七世紀西藏銅鎏金獅像 專家評論：比較相似的兇猛神情、旺盛的毛髮和尾巴。尺寸大小相近(20.2 厘米)。
Lot 130
A BRASS AND WOOD OBOE, HAIDI, 18TH-19TH CENTURY 十八至十九世紀海笛China. The mouthpiece of brass, decorated with two pierced, globular elements between two discs, the lower disc with a lobed rim, the wood handle carved with outward scalloping between the finger holes, and a brass bell. The interior of the brass bell with an illegible mark.Provenance: From the collection of Tony Bingham, United Kingdom. Tony Bingham is a retired dealer of antique musical instruments. He and his wife Irene opened several stores in London beginning in the 1960s, where they were selling antique instruments to museums, private collectors, and musicians, for more than 40 years. He also published several books on the history of musical instruments, including The New Langwill Index, a Dictionary of Musical Wind-Instrument Makers and Inventors. Condition: Excellent condition with minor wear, traces of usage and minuscule nicks, the brass bell loose. Nice patina overall.Weight: 112.8 g Dimensions: Length 34.2 cmThe haidi is the smallest and highest-pitched version of the suona, a double reed instrument that was introduced to China around the beginning of the 16th century and takes its name from the Middle Eastern zurna. The player, whose mouth completely covers the small reeds, uses circular breathing (through the nose) to maintain a constant tone. It was first used by the military, but today it is played both in ensemble and as a solo instrument.Literature comparison:Compare a closely related haidi, illustrated in Haags Gemeentemuseum, Musial instruments from the East- and South-East Asian mainland, The Hague, 1989, p. 211, no. 182. Compare also a suona in the collection of The Metropolitan Museum with the accession number 89.4.20.十八至十九世紀海笛中國。由雙簧哨子、蕊子、桿子和銅碗四部分組成。銅碗上有印，但已模糊不清。 來源：英國Tony Bingham收藏。Tony Bingham是一位退休的古董樂器經銷商。他和他的妻子Irene上世紀六十年代初在倫敦開設了幾家商店。四十多年來，他們一直在向博物館、私人收藏家和音樂家出售古董樂器。他還出版了幾本關於樂器歷史的書籍，包括《新朗威爾索引》，一部音樂管樂器製造商和發明家詞典。品相：狀況極好，有輕微磨損、使用痕跡和微小的刻痕，黃銅哨子鬆動。整體包漿渾厚。 重量：112.8克 尺寸：長34.2厘米 最初的嗩吶是流傳於波斯、阿拉伯一帶的樂器，就連嗩吶這個名稱，也是古代波斯諾Surnā的音譯。嗩吶大約在公元三世紀在中國出現，新疆拜城克孜爾石窟第38窟中的伎樂壁畫已有吹奏嗩吶形象。海笛是嗩吶的最小和最高音調的版本，它最初是在軍隊使用的，但今天它既可以作為合奏樂器演奏，也可以作為獨奏樂器演奏。 文獻比較： 比較非常相近的海笛，見海牙美術館，《Musial instruments from the East- and South-East Asian mainland》，海牙， 1989年，頁211，編號182。比較另一件嗩吶， 收藏於大都會藝術博物館，編號89.4.20。
Lot 43
A CAST IRON 'BAGUA' TEMPLE BELL, GUANGXU PERIOD, DATED 1876 光緒1876年八卦紋鐵鐘China. Of domed shape with everted rim, surmounted by a loop handle in the form of a mythical beast, the top pierced with two holes, the sides cast in low relief with an inscription, the lower part decorated with the eight trigrams (bagua) within four reserves, surrounded by a wavy border.Inscriptions: Inscribed around the body describing the bell as a donation, signed 'Chao Shixiang', dated 'Da Qing Guangxu bingzi er nian', corresponding to 1876.Provenance: From the collection of Ralph Pike and thence by descent in the same family. Ralph Pike was a British customs officer in China, who returned to Southwest England in 1934. Condition: Fair condition, overall as expected and still displaying very well. Extensive wear, casting imperfections, some losses, corrosion and weathering, minor dents here and there.Weight: 23 kg Dimensions: Height 46.2 cm Auction result comparison:Type: RelatedAuction: Bonhams San Francisco, 25 June 2013, lot 8348Price: USD 11,250 or approx. EUR 13,500 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A large cast-iron bellExpert remark: Compare the related form and similar size (49 cm)光緒1876年八卦紋鐵鐘中國，鐵鐘頂部有神獸形環柄，外壁淺浮雕，下方有八卦紋與波浪紋。 款識：皇圖鞏固，大清光緒丙子二年仲冬，月 谷旦；帝道遐昌，眾姓弟子仝捐神鐘一口 于；風調雨順，中矶觀，永遠供奉；國泰民安，金火，趙仕祥。 來源：Ralph Pike，保存在同一家族。Ralph Pike是一名在中國的英國海關官員，1934 年返回英格蘭西南部。品相：狀況良好，大面積磨損、鑄造缺陷、缺損、風化和局部小凹痕。 重量：23 公斤 尺寸：高 46.2 厘米 拍賣結果比較： 形制：相近 拍賣：舊金山邦瀚斯，2013年6月25日，lot 8348 價格：USD 11,250（相當於今日EUR 13,500） 描述：1906年大型鐵鐘 專家評論：比較相近外型和相似的尺寸(49厘米)。
Lot 53
A RARE GREEN-GLAZED BELL-SHAPED CUP, TANG DYNASTY 罕見唐代綠釉仰鐘杯China, 618-907. Of deep, rounded form with everted rim, supported on a flared circular foot, the exterior impressed with three concentric bands of dimpled circles, the interior with splashed green glaze forming diagonal stripes, covered overall with a green glaze.Provenance: From an old Rhenish private collection, Germany, assembled during the 1980s and 1990s. Condition: Some ancient wear, few chips to rim and foot, and minor touch-ups. Commensurate with age and exactly as expected from an authentic Tang dynasty excavation.Weight: 81.5 g Dimensions: Height 5.7 cmLiterature comparison:Compare a closely related amber glazed cup, dated to the 8th century, Tang dynasty, the interior glazed green, in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum, accession number FE.162-1974. A similarly glazed cup decorated with bands of impressed circles is in the Seligmann Collection, illustrated by R. L. Hobson, Chinese Pottery and Porcelain, vol. I, Pottery and Early Wares, London, 1915, pl. 11, fig. 1.Auction result comparison:Type: Closely relatedAuction: Christie's New York, 20 September 2005, lit 184Price: USD 8,400 or approx. EUR 12,000 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A rare small amber and green-glazed impressed pottery bell-shaped cup, Tang dynasty (618-907)Expert remark: Compare the near identical form, decorations, and green glaze stripes to the interior, as well as the related height (6.4 cm). Note the amber glaze to the exterior.罕見唐代綠釉仰鐘杯中國，618-907年。仰鐘杯直口，底內收，圈足。器形規整，綠釉瑩潤。器身上下三道橫道，上有螺旋紋。杯内垂直綠釉斑。 來源：德國萊茵私人老收藏，建立於上世紀八十至九十年代。 品相：一些老磨損，邊緣和足部有少量磕損，輕微的修補，與年齡相稱，完全符合唐代考古發掘的預期。 重量：81.5 克 尺寸：高5.7 厘米 文獻比較： 比較非常相近的唐代八世紀琥珀釉仰鐘杯，內壁上綠釉，收藏於維多利亞和阿爾伯特博物館，館藏編號FE.162-1974。一件類似的仰鐘釉杯，裝飾有圓環帶，收藏於Seligmann Collection，見R. L. Hobson，Chinese Pottery and Porcelain，卷一，《Pottery and Early Wares》，倫敦，1915年，頁11，圖1。拍賣結果比較： 形制：非常相近 拍賣：紐約佳士得，2005年9月20日，lot 184 價格：USD 8,400（相當於今日EUR 12,000） 描述：罕見唐代琥珀釉和綠釉仰鐘杯 專家評論：比較幾乎相同的外型、裝飾、內部有綠色釉面條紋，以及相似的尺寸(6.4 厘米)。請注意外部的琥珀釉。
Lot 250
A BRONZE HEAD OF SHIVA, KARNATAKA, BHUTA CULTURE, 18TH-19TH CENTURYSouthern India. Cast as the head of Shiva, the round face with bulging eyes, arched eyebrows centered by the third eye, with a parted grin revealing a set of square teeth and fangs, and a mustache below the straight nose.Provenance: From the collection of Peter Cochrane, acquired in 1978, and thence by descent within the same family. Old label to the back. John Peter Cochrane (1913-2004) was a noted English art dealer. At Arthur Tooth & Sons in Mayfair, he started his five-decade career in bringing new European and American art to London just after the war. Later he pursued his increasing personal interests as a collector. Serving as a respected consultant for Christie's London, he always refused a salary, declaring "they can't fire me because they don't pay me". Condition: Overall commensurate with age showing extensive old wear, losses, small nicks, and shallow surface scratches. Minor casting flaws. Naturally grown patina.Weight: 1,424 g Dimensions: Height 18 cmExpert's note: The present lot is likely a fragment of a pole finial, mask or similar fitting, as indicated by the large opening at the back. The distinct form of the open mouth also suggests that it once may have been used as a jingle bell.Literature comparison:Compare a related bronze palki finial of Yali, with similar open mouth and curled fangs as seen on the present lot, in the collection of the Heritage Transport Museum, Gurgaon, India. These finials often depicted birds, flowers and animals as well as figures from mythology and folklore.Auction result comparison:Type: Closely relatedAuction: Bonhams New York, 18 March 2013, lot 52Price: USD 8,750 or approx. EUR 10,500 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A brass mask of shiva, South India, Karnataka, Bhuta culture, early 19th centuryExpert remark: Compare the closely related face at the center of the mask with its open mouth and fangs. Note the size overall (40.5 cm).
Lot 36
A MASSIVE AND VERY LARGE 'BUDDHIST LION' BRONZE CENSER, 17TH-18TH CENTURY 十七至十八世紀大型太獅銅薰爐China. Naturalistically cast as a Buddhist lion with two cubs clambering on its back, seated, with a large bushy tail, finely incised mane, and tufts of curling hair, wearing a bell around the neck, the left paw resting on a reticulated brocade ball, the head raised and turned to the left, with large bulbous eyes, curly eyebrows, and the mouth open to reveal sharp teeth, fangs, and tongue.Provenance: From a private estate in Central California, USA. Condition: Very good condition commensurate with age showing natural old wear, typical casting irregularities, minor nicks and dents, some shallow surface scratches, several old metal fills, most of which are probably inherent to manufacturing. The tail with traces of old soldering. The hardwood stand with extensive wear, some losses, age cracks, and a fine golden-brown patina overall.Weight: 15.1 kg (excl. base), 17.8 kg (incl. base) Dimensions: Length 53.3 cm. Height 52.4 cm (including the base) and 32 cm (without base).With a matching and finely carved hardwood stand dating to the Qing dynasty. (2)Auction result comparison:Type: Closely relatedAuction: Christie's New York, 14 September 2017, lot 722Price: USD 43,750 or approx. EUR 49,500 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A large bronze 'Buddhist lion' censer and cover, 17th-18th centuryExpert remark: Compare the closely related form, elaborate incision work to tail, mane, and face, and related height (30.5 cm, lacking the stand).十七至十八世紀大型太獅銅薰爐中國。銅質精粹。薰爐整體鑄成“太獅”狀，雄獅四肢健碩矯健，側回首，雙目圓睜，開口露利齒，氣勢洶洶。腳踩繡球，鬃髯捲曲，盤旋如螺髻。雕刻入微，絲絲畢現。兩少獅踞坐於雄獅背上。獅子憨態可掬，造型動感十足，顧盼相望，妙趣橫生。 來源：美國加利福尼亞私人收藏。 品相：品相極好，與年齡相符，自然磨損、典型的鑄件不規則性、輕微的劃痕和凹痕，表面有一些淺劃痕、一些舊金屬填充物，其中大部分可能是製造過程中固有的。尾部有焊接痕跡。硬木支架大量磨損、一些缺損、老化裂縫，整體呈金棕色光澤。 重量：15.1 公斤 (不含底座), 17.8 公斤 (含底座) 尺寸：長 53.3 厘米。高52.4 厘米(含底座) 與32 厘米(不含底座). 清代相配硬木雕底座。(2) 拍賣結果比較： 形制：非常相近 拍賣：紐約佳士得，2017年9月14日，lot 722 價格：USD 43,750（相當於今日EUR 50,000） 描述：十七至十八世紀大型太獅銅蓋爐 專家評論：比較非常相近的外型、精細雕刻的尾巴、鬃毛和臉部，以及尺寸 (高30.5 厘米，無底座)。
Lot 24
A BRONZE 'LUDUAN' WEIGHT, 17TH CENTURY 十七世紀青銅甪端鎮紙China. Cast crouching on its rear haunches, the head turned upwards with a single horn, bulging eyes and wide flaring nostrils, the mouth open to reveal sharp fangs and teeth, wearing a bell collar, the body decorated with stylized wings.Provenance: An English private collector, by repute acquired from Paul Bromberg (inventory number B4 according to a collection label, now lost). Paul Bomberg is a contributing editor of the Arts of Asia and a fellow of the Royal Asiatic Society. He has lived in Asia since 1985 and contributed to several books, including Bencharong and Chinaware in the Court of Siam (2011), the Royal Porcelain from Siam: Unpacking the Ring Collection (2013), and Thai Silver and Niello Ware (2019). Condition: Very good condition with minor traces of use, old wear and some casting flaws, minor nicks here and there. Good, naturally grown patina overall.Weight: 216.3 g Dimensions: Height 5.2 cm Literature comparison:Compare a closely related paperweight in the form of a luduan in the collection of Paul Bromberg, dated to the Ming dynasty (1368-1644), published by Paul Bromberg, Later Chinese Bronze Paperweights, Arts of Asia, Autumn 2021, no. 25.Auction result comparison:Type: Closely relatedAuction: Sotheby's Hong Kong, 29 May 2019, lot 709Price: HKD 47,500 or approx. EUR 6,000 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writingDescription: A bronze 'luduan' paperweight, late Ming dynastyExpert remark: Compare the closely related pose and decorations as well as the related size (6.1 cm).十七世紀青銅甪端鎮紙中國，昂首傲立，蹲伏狀。雙目圓瞪，炯炯有神，發須盤結，前胸配以纓絡鈴鐺，腹部兩側浮雕如意雲頭紋、火焰紋等。體態飽滿圓潤。全器包漿厚實凝重，形制古樸。 來源：英國私人收藏，據説購於Paul Bromberg 處 (根據收藏標籤有收藏編號B4 ，現已遺失)。Paul Bomberg 是《亞洲藝術》的特約編輯，也是皇家亞洲學會會員。他自 1985 年起居住在亞洲，並為多本著作做出了貢獻，包括關於暹羅宮廷中的 Bencharong 和瓷器（2011 年）、《the Royal Porcelain from Siam: Unpacking the Ring Collection》（2013 年）和《Thai Silver and Niello Ware》（2019 年）。 品相：品相極好，有輕微使用痕跡，磨損和一些鑄造缺陷，局部有輕微的刻痕。整體良好，自然生長的包漿。 重量：216.3 克 尺寸：高5.2 厘米 文獻比較： 比較一件非常相近的明代(1368-1644)甪端鎮紙，見Paul Bromberg，〈Later Chinese Bronze Paperweights〉，《Arts of Asia》，2021年秋天，第25號。 拍賣結果比較： 形制：非常相近 拍賣：香港蘇富比，2019年5月29日，lot 709 價格：HKD 47,500（相當於今日EUR 6,000） 描述：明末青銅甪端鎮紙 專家評論：比較相近姿勢的甪端和裝飾，以及尺寸 (6.1 厘米)。
Lot 166
A BLACK AND WHITE JADE 'ARCHAISTIC' AXE-FORM OPENWORK PENDANT, 18TH CENTURY 十八世紀仿古黑白玉鏤空雕斧式佩China. Finely carved in the form of an axe-form bell detailed with a band of archaistic dragons below neatly incised ruyi heads forming a beast head, all surmounted by a bi disk and a pair of confronting chilong. The translucent stone of an attractive white tone with veins and patches of black.Provenance: From a notable English private collector of Chinese jades sold at Sotheby's London, June 16th 2020, lot 241 (see entry at the images). Condition: Excellent condition with minor wear, microscopic nibbling, the stone with natural fissures, some of which may have developed into small hairline cracks over time.Weight: 85.2 gDimensions: Height 12.2 cmWith a fitted silk box. (2)Auction result comparison: Compare with a related white jade pendant, also in the form of an axe-form bell, of considerably smaller size and dated to the 18th/19th century, at Sotheby's Hong Kong in Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art on 8 October 2013, lot 3329, sold for HKD 225,000.十八世紀仿古黑白玉鏤空雕斧式佩中國。鏤空雕刻斧形玉佩，龍紋與如意紋，斧頂一個玉璧和一對面對面的螭龍。 半透明的玉石，具有迷人的白色間帶有黑色的紋理和斑點。 來源：英國知名中國玉器私人收藏 品相：狀況極佳，有輕微磨損，細微的磕損，帶有天然裂紋的玉石，隨著時間的流逝，其中一些可能會發展成細小的裂縫。 重量：85.2 克 尺寸：高12.2 厘米 拍賣結果比較：一件相近鐘形白玉佩，尺寸稍小，十八至十九世紀，見香港蘇富比 Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art拍場2013年10月8日 lot 3329, 售價HKD 225,000。
Lot 2518
A late 19th century French gilt brass mantel clock, of good size, the white enamel Roman dial surmounted with a huntsman upon horseback hunting wild boar, all amidst a naturalistic setting, further centred with weapons and a bugle, the dial having twin winding holes for an eight-day brass cylinder movement with outside countwheel and striking on a bell, h.49cm Marks to face are residue from a sticky label.Dial good, no chips or cracks and very clean.Case good, dusty but no tarnishing.Horse’s front right leg has been repaired.Rein has detached from mount.No pendulum, therefore we cannot check if working.Colour good.
Lot 2521
A late 19th century French lacquered brass carriage clock with alarm, having white enamel Roman dial and subsidiary alarm dial, visible platform escapement, single barrel going eight-day movement striking on a bell, the backplate stamped Aiguilles Aig le Reveil and numbered 1790, h.14.5cm (handle down), in leather travel case, with winding key In running order.
Lot 2522
A late 17th century English brass verge winged lantern clock, signed John Maers Richmond to the brass chapter ring, the two-train posted movement striking two hammers on a single bell, with verge escapement and anchor shaped bob oscillating between the plates, the 6⅜" chapter ring with Roman numerals and minute indicators enclosing a central alarm dial engraved with a single tulip, pierced steel hand, h.38cmNo main weight or pendulumOne winged door missing.Bell and bell-frame present but loose.One arm is bent.All steel with some rust.Otherwise generally good with modest age wear.Pendulum runs freely and verge rotates, so it should fully run
Lot 2523
An 18th century brass lantern clock, the dial signed Rich(ard) Rayment Bury (St Edmunds), the pillared case with ball feet and urn finials with pierced and engraved cresting, surmounted by a strapped bell with knopped finial, the 6.5" Roman chapter ring having leaf engraved centre, pierced steel single hand, the twin train striking movement with anchor escapement, h.38cm, with weight and long pendulumWith weight and pendulum.Appears complete and all original.One spike to rear missing.One side door with small hole.Generally good to very good condtion.
Lot 2524
An 18th century walnut and burr walnut longcase clock, having associated unsigned arched brass dial and movement, w.12¼", with brass chapter ring, engraved centre, cast brass spandrels (one spandrel to arch missing), twin winding holes for an eight-day four pillar weight driven movement striking on a bell, the case with arched panelled to a boxbase (with losses and for restoration), h.225cm
Lot 2525
(Stephen?) Asselin of London - an 18th century oak longcase clock, the 12" square brass dial signed to the silvered chapter ring, having matted centre, subsidiary seconds dial and date aperture, twin ringed winding holes for a brass eight-day four pillar weight driven striking movement (lacking bell), the case having an architectural hood and panelled door to a boxbase, h.224cm
Lot 2526
Thomas Akers of Collingbourn - a George III oak longcase clock, the 11" square brass dial having signed silvered chapter ring, cast brass cherub mask spandrels, the matted centre with engraved and pierced roundels, 30-hour weight driven movement striking on a bell, the case having three-quarter turned pilasters to a plain trunk and boxbase, h.210cm
Lot 2527
Thomas Reynolds of London - an 18th century chinoiserie blue lacquered longcase clock, having a 12" arched brass dial, signed to a silvered convex disc to the arch, flanked by dolphinium cast spandrels, the silvered Roman and Arabic chapter ring flanked by cherub mask spandrels and enclosing a matted centre with subsidiary seconds dial, rolling date dial, twin-winding holes for a brass five pillar eight-day weight driven movement striking on a bell, the hood having three-quarter turned pilasters above an arched panelled door chinoiserie decorated with pagoda and figure landscapes, to a boxbase, h.215cmWith weights and pendulum.In running order.Appears all original.Stands well.Lacquer with some age wear and fading.Dial, case and movement all appear to belong.No woodworm.
Lot 31
ALLY SLOPER - ONE-OFF ARTIST ILLUSTRATIONS - The artists that attended the publicity party for the "ALLY SLOPER" comic launch were invited to depict their own versions of Ally Sloper and the following obliged: Hunt Emerson, Walter Bell, Alan Vince, Terry Wakefield, Keith J Luck, Tony Glynn, Keith Page, Ann Spano, Pany Clifford, Ewan Masters, Ed McHenry, Denis Gifford & Kevin O'Neill - Measures 124cm x 102cm - PROVENANCE: From the personal collection of Alan Class
Lot 219
A 19th century French gilt-metal-mounted and porcelain eight-day mantle clock: the domed top decorated with a recumbent female in country surroundings and below a two-handled classical-style urn finial; the 'jewelled' porcelain dial with Roman numerals and signed 'Raingo Fres - Paris' and with further hand-decorated scene of a shepherd and shepherdess below; two fluted classical-style columns flanking and the porcelain sides further 'jewelled' and decorated with an arrow quiver, a shield, rivens and similar allegorical ornament; the glazed circular door opening to reveal gilded interior signed 'Japy Frere'; the movement striking on a bell and with original pendulum numbered 1453 and corresponding to the numbered movement and also the back of the front porcelain panel (also numbered and annotated), on four squat circular tapering feet (38cm highest x 18.75cm widest)Condition Report: The clock is a little dirty, the gilt has 'dulled down' to good finish. Some of the gilt panels have moved or dropped and are no longer in the centre (could be rectified easily). The porcelain appears to be in good general condition with no major problems. The painting is good and it is noted that the movement - the lower back end of the case on the outside (and the pendulum also) are marked 1453.
Lot 220
A fine 19th century carved-oak-cased barometer: ornate classical-style carved angular pediment with dogtooth-style carving; the register dial signed 'W. Moody Bell & Son.- Opticians, Colonnade, Cheltenham'; thermometer below and a reservoir protected by a carved laurel wreath in high relief (107 cm high)
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