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Indus Valley Mehrgarh Bichrome Ceramic Figural Goblet3300-1700 BC. A terracotta conical cup with small discoid base, band of hatching below the rim with three bird motifs. Cf. Satyawadi, S. Proto-Historic Pottery of Indus Valley Civilisation: Study of Painted Motifs, Perspectives in Indian Art and Archaeology vol.2, New Delhi, 1994, p.231. 172 grams, 92mm (3 3/4"). From an important London collection of Bronze Age pottery; formed 1970s-1980. [No Reserve]Very fine condition.

Indus Valley Mehrgarh Bichrome Ceramic Cup3300-1700 BC. A globular terracotta cup with discoid base, band of geometric painted detail to the body. Cf. Satyawadi, S. Proto-Historic Pottery of Indus Valley Civilisation: Study of Painted Motifs, Perspectives in Indian Art and Archaeology vol.2, New Delhi, 1994, p.231. 269 grams, 90mm (3 1/2"). From an important London collection of Bronze Age pottery; formed 1970s-1980. [No Reserve]Fine condition.

Indus Valley Mehrgarh Bichrome Ceramic Figural Jar3300-1700 BC. A terracotta biconical jar with chamfered inner face to the raised rim; band of painted panels two each with square motif, peepal leaf, bird. Cf. Satyawadi, S. Proto-Historic Pottery of Indus Valley Civilisation: Study of Painted Motifs, Perspectives in Indian Art and Archaeology vol.2, New Delhi, 1994, pl.45, 104. 293 grams, 13cm (5"). From an important London collection of Bronze Age pottery; formed 1970s-1980. [No Reserve]Very fine condition.

Indus Valley Mehrgarh Painted Ceramic Figural Jar3300-1700 BC. A squat terracotta jar with chamfered everted rim, painted band to the shoulder with geometric panels, an ibex and a lion. Cf. Satyawadi, S. Proto-Historic Pottery of Indus Valley Civilisation: Study of Painted Motifs, Perspectives in Indian Art and Archaeology vol.2, New Delhi, 1994, plate 105. 163 grams, 10.5cm (4 1/4"). From an important London collection of Bronze Age pottery; formed 1970s-1980. Very fine condition.

Indus Valley Mehrgarh Large Bichrome Ceramic Figural Jar3300-1700 BC. A squat terracotta jar with biconical profile and chamfered rim; painted frieze to the shoulder of three oxen and peepal leaves. Cf. Satyawadi, S. Proto-Historic Pottery of Indus Valley Civilisation: Study of Painted Motifs, Perspectives in Indian Art and Archaeology vol.2, New Delhi, 1994, plate 105. 276 grams, 12cm (4 3/4"). From an important London collection of Bronze Age pottery; formed 1970s-1980. Very fine condition.

Indus Valley Mehrgarh Large Bichrome Ceramic Figural Cup3300-1700 BC. A terracotta bowl with bichrome frieze of an ox and wolf, bird, fish and frond. Cf. Satyawadi, S. Proto-Historic Pottery of Indus Valley Civilisation: Study of Painted Motifs, Perspectives in Indian Art and Archaeology vol.2, New Delhi, 1994, plate 105 & chart 9. 195 grams, 10.5cm (4 1/4"). From an important London collection of Bronze Age pottery; formed 1970s-1980. [No Reserve]Very fine condition.

Indus Valley Mehrgarh Ceramic Figural Jar3300-1700 BC. A terracotta biconical jar with chamfered inner face to the raised rim; band of painted panels two with a geometric design and two with quadrupeds. Cf. Satyawadi, S. Proto-Historic Pottery of Indus Valley Civilisation: Study of Painted Motifs, Perspectives in Indian Art and Archaeology vol.2, New Delhi, 1994, pl.104. 272 grams, 11.5cm (4 1/2"). From an important London collection of Bronze Age pottery; formed 1970s-1980. [No Reserve]Fine condition.

Indus Valley Mehrgarh Bichrome Ceramic Figural Cup3300-1700 BC. A low terracotta cup with discoid base and flared rim, frieze of bichrome animals and bird to the outer wall. Cf. Satyawadi, S. Proto-Historic Pottery of Indus Valley Civilisation: Study of Painted Motifs, Perspectives in Indian Art and Archaeology vol.2, New Delhi, 1994, Chart 9. 210 grams, 99mm (4"). From an important London collection of Bronze Age pottery; formed 1970s-1980. [No Reserve]Fine condition.

Indus Valley Mehrgarh Large Bichrome Ceramic Figural Jar3300-1700 BC. A terracotta bulbous jar with everted rim; frieze of bichrome painted animals and bird to the shoulder. Cf. Satyawadi, S. Proto-Historic Pottery of Indus Valley Civilisation: Study of Painted Motifs, Perspectives in Indian Art and Archaeology vol.2, New Delhi, 1994, plate 5. 523 grams, 16.5cm (6 1/2"). From an important London collection of Bronze Age pottery; formed 1970s-1980. Fine condition.

Indus Valley Mehrgarh Large Bichrome Ceramic Figural Bowl3300-1700 BC. A terracotta biconical jar with chamfered inner face to the raised rim; frieze of bichrome painted scenes to the shoulder separated by vertical bands, one a feline attacking an ibex, the other a bison. Cf. Satyawadi, S. Proto-Historic Pottery of Indus Valley Civilisation: Study of Painted Motifs, Perspectives in Indian Art and Archaeology vol.2, New Delhi, 1994, plate 45. 482 grams, 15cm (6"). From an important London collection of Bronze Age pottery; formed 1970s-1980. Very fine condition.

Greek Trojan Bronze Sword Blade12th-10th century BC. A cast Troy type Bronze Age rapier with narrow triangular blade, thick rounded midrib, rounded tip, scooped shoulders with lateral flanges, round-section tang with flattened finial. Cf. Branigan, K. Aegean Metalwork of the Early and Middle Bronze Age, Oxford, 1974, plate 11, item 483 ascribed to Troy (Anatolian Troad). 558 grams, 56cm (22"). Acquired on the London art market in the 1980s. Fine uncleaned `as found` condition.

Greek Trojan Bronze Sword Blade12th-10th century BC. A cast Troy type Bronze Age rapier with narrow triangular blade, thick rounded midrib, rounded tip, scooped shoulders with lateral flanges, round-section tang with flattened finial. Cf. Branigan, K. Aegean Metalwork of the Early and Middle Bronze Age, Oxford, 1974, plate 11, item 483 ascribed to Troy (Anatolian Troad). 352 grams, 47cm (18 1/2"). London private collection, acquired 1950s-1970s. Fine uncleaned `as found` condition.

Greek Aegean Bronze Sword Blade2000-1900 BC. A broad tongue-shaped Bronze Age blade with median flat-section rib, rounded tip, waisted ricasso at the shoulders with piercing, short square-section tang. Cf. Branigan, K. Aegean Metalwork of the Early and Middle Bronze Age, Oxford, 1974, item 486. 337 grams, 48.5cm (19"). Property of an Essex gentleman; acquired on the UK art market. Fine uncleaned `as found` condition.

Near Eastern Luristan Bronze Rapier Blade1250-650 BC. A cast Bronze Age sword or rapier blade, leaf-shaped in plan; the midrib extending to the tang with curved lateral extensions to the shoulders. 385 grams, 53cm (20 3/4"). Property of a London collector; acquired in the 1970s. Fine uncleaned `as found` condition, tang absent.

Near Eastern Luristan Bronze Dagger10th century BC. A cast Bronze Age dagger with flat-section blade, rounded tip, flanges to the edges of the guard and integral pommel to accept an organic insert. Cf. Khorasani, M.M. Arms and Armour from Iran - The Bronze Age to the End of the Qajar Period, Tuebingen, 2006, p.381, Cat.13. 212 grams, 36.5cm (14 1/4"). Acquired on the London art market in the 1980s. Fine uncleaned `as found` condition.

Greek Bronze Long Dagger2nd millennium BC. A shallow lentoid-section narrow leaf-shaped slightly waisted Bronze Age blade with rounded tip, short tang, three holes to the blade and another to the tang for attachment of the hilt. See Branigan K. Aegean Metalwork of the Early and Middle Bronze Age, Oxford 1974, pl.8-9. 128 grams, 29.5cm (11 1/2"). Acquired on the London art market in the 1980s. Fine condition.

Near Eastern Amarlu Bronze Javelin Head12th-11th century BC. A Bronze Age javelin head, square in section tapering to a point; the narrow shoulder developing to a flat-section tang. 176 grams, 28cm (11"). Property of an Essex gentleman; acquired on the UK art market. Very fine uncleaned `as found` condition.

Greek Bronze Lanceolate Spearhead3rd millennium BC. A cast leaf-shaped Bronze Age spearhead with lozengiform midrib, flat-section neck and split tubular socket with piercings. Cf. Branigan, K. Aegean Metalwork of the Early and Middle Bronze Age, Oxford, 1974, plate 11, item 472 ascribed to the EM I-II phase. 105 grams, 21cm (8 1/4"). Property of a London collector; acquired in the 1970s. [No Reserve]Fine uncleaned `as found` condition.

Near Eastern Luristan Bronze Sar-e Tabor Axe Head2200 BC. A Bronze Age axe head with socket with ribbed upper edge and ribbed chevrons to the rear face; the blade triangular in plan with convex edge and swept profile. Cf. Khorasani, M.M. Arms and Armour from Iran - The Bronze Age to the End of the Qajar Period, Tuebingen, 2006, p.659, Cat.344. 153 grams, 10.5cm (4"). From an old English collection; acquired in the 1980s. [No Reserve]Fine uncleaned `as found` condition.

Near Eastern Luristan Bronze Sar-e Tabor Axe Head with Decoration1250-650 BC. A Bronze Age axe head comprising a long tubular socket with incised ropework detail, long straight blade. Cf. Khorasani, M.M. Arms and Armour from Iran - The Bronze Age to the End of the Qajar Period, Tuebingen, 2006, p.659, Cat.343. 344 grams, 12.5cm (5"). From an old English collection; acquired in the 1980s. [No Reserve]Fine uncleaned `as found` condition. Rarely found decorated.

Near Eastern Luristan Bronze Sar-e Tabor Axe Head1250-650 BC. A Bronze Age axe head comprising a tubular socket with thick flange rim above, ovoid upper face and curved blade. Cf. Khorasani, M.M. Arms and Armour from Iran - The Bronze Age to the End of the Qajar Period, Tuebingen, 2006, p.659, Cat.344. 185 grams, 76mm (3"). From an old English collection; acquired in the 1980s. [No Reserve]Fine uncleaned `as found` condition.

Near Eastern Luristan Bronze Sar-e Tabor Axe Head1250-600 BC. A long Bronze Age axe head with ribbed socket; the blade straight in plan with flat edge and swept profile. See Khorasani, M.M. Arms and Armour from Iran - The Bronze Age to the End of the Qajar Period, Tuebingen, 2006. 210 grams, 13cm (5 1/4"). From an old English collection; acquired in the 1980s. [No Reserve]Fine uncleaned `as found` condition. Scarce type.

Celtic Iron Age Coins - Trinovantes - Dubnovellaunos - `Hairy` Bronze Unit5 BC-10 AD. Obv: profile bust left with curved wreath. Rev: horse left with pellet-in-annulet below. S. 211; BMC 2446-2448; ABC 2407. 1.49 grams. Near very fine for issue. Scarce.

Greek Aegean Bronze Chisel2nd-1st millennium BC. A substantial cast chisel or flat-axe with slightly flared blade, rectangular-section body and splayed butt; mounted on a custom-made stand. Cf. Branigan, K. Aegean Metalwork of the Early and Middle Bronze Age, Oxford, 1974, item 600. 659 grams, 16cm (6 1/4"). Property of a West London gentleman; acquired between 1980-2010. [No Reserve]Extremely fine condition.

A Corgi "Bronze Age Collection" box set of two Batmobile cars of differing types, a 1960s Batmobile and a 1980s version, also a limited edition box set of two Captain America vehicles, to include Ford and Volkswagen vans with logos, no. 3074/5000 (4). CONDITION REPORT All boxed and mint, boxes excellent to mint.

A Chinese bronze vase, 18th century, cast with pendant stiff leaves around the base, a central continuous scroll of peonies and chrysanthemums to the main body and shoulder handles formed as phoenix, traces of gilding, six character Qianlong mark around the foot and of the period, 18th century, 17.7 cm, 1148 grms Condition Report Good well-patinated condition commensurate with age

Joanne Brogden, (British, 20th century), a bronze study of girl with wide brimmed hat, signed and numbered 7/9, Bronze Age London foundry mark 53cm (21in) Provenance: Joanne Brogden became fashion director of the Royal College of Art in London

* A LARGE LISINSKY BEAR RUSSIAN, AFTER A MODEL BY NIKOLAI LIEBERICH, INSCRIBED WITH A SIGNATURE, C.F. WOERFFEL FOUNDRY, ST PETERSBURG Bronze with dark brown patina, height 56 cm. Small bronze sculptures destined for interiors became fashionablein Russia in the second half of the 19th century. Hunting scenes, already a popular subject in paintings and drawings, not least becauseof Emperor Alexander II?s passion for hunting, were now embracedin sculpture. Alexander II was an avid hunter and from an early age, hunting was an essential part of his leisure activities. At the tender age of 10, Alexander Nikolaevich was already accomplished with a rifle. Upon enthronement, the Tsesarevich?s hobby became the Emperor?s fully-fledged hunting seasons, which began during the Coronation festivities in 1856. The hunting lodge in Lisino, built by Nikolai Benois, was a favourite of Emperor Alexander II and where he stayed on some 86 occasions. Such lodges were decorated with various hunting trophies, depictions of the Imperial hunt and the animal statues, for which Nikolai Lieberich is the most famous. In 1865?1866, Lieberich was invited to partake in the Imperial hunt, which provided a valuable source of observation and inspiration for his work. A bear killed by the Emperor during a hunt in Lisino, became the prototype for this highly popular model, executed in 1866. Whilst Lieberich?s works were highly praised at court in the 19th century, they are still sought after today. For example, a specially commissioned bronze-gilt casket with a hunting scene by the sculptor was sold by Sotheby?s in 2011 for almost £140,000. The present cast, with its sharp and precise elaboration of detail, is an example of Lieberich?s animal sculpture at its best.

* A LARGE LISINSKY BEAR RUSSIAN, AFTER A MODEL BY NIKOLAI LIEBERICH, INSCRIBED WITH A SIGNATURE, C.F. WOERFFEL FOUNDRY, ST PETERSBURG Bronze with dark brown patina, height 56 cm. Small bronze sculptures destined for interiors became fashionablein Russia in the second half of the 19th century. Hunting scenes, already a popular subject in paintings and drawings, not least becauseof Emperor Alexander II’s passion for hunting, were now embracedin sculpture. Alexander II was an avid hunter and from an early age, hunting was an essential part of his leisure activities. At the tender age of 10, Alexander Nikolaevich was already accomplished with a rifle. Upon enthronement, the Tsesarevich’s hobby became the Emperor’s fully-fledged hunting seasons, which began during the Coronation festivities in 1856. The hunting lodge in Lisino, built by Nikolai Benois, was a favourite of Emperor Alexander II and where he stayed on some 86 occasions. Such lodges were decorated with various hunting trophies, depictions of the Imperial hunt and the animal statues, for which Nikolai Lieberich is the most famous. In 1865–1866, Lieberich was invited to partake in the Imperial hunt, which provided a valuable source of observation and inspiration for his work. A bear killed by the Emperor during a hunt in Lisino, became the prototype for this highly popular model, executed in 1866. Whilst Lieberich’s works were highly praised at court in the 19th century, they are still sought after today. For example, a specially commissioned bronze-gilt casket with a hunting scene by the sculptor was sold by Sotheby’s in 2011 for almost £140,000. The present cast, with its sharp and precise elaboration of detail, is an example of Lieberich’s animal sculpture at its best.

An 18th Century Chinese Bronze and Cloisonné double gourd shaped Snuff Bottle, decorated with typical foliage on a pale blue ground with gilded detail, (stopper missing), 3 ¼? high Condition:"Pin prick" holes to enamel throughout over 90% of surface. No stopper. Losses to gilding at waist where handles join to body. Gilding stained. Fair/average condition.Please note: Keys Fine Art Auctioneers take great care to ensure that any statements as to attribution, age, date, origin, provenance and condition are reliable and accurate but it should be noted that all such statements are skilled opinions, if provenance (written or historical fact) cannot be produced. However, Keys Fine Art Auctioneers do not guarantee that condition reports, whether included in the catalogue, or given at a later time; cover all aspects of an item(s) condition. All items are sold strictly on an “As Found” basis.No guarantee or warranty is issued or given in anyway, either written or verbal and therefore refunds will not be issued on the basis of the Lot not being “in working order”, “incomplete”, or “not in original condition”.Keys Fine Art Auctioneers would respectfully ask that prospective buyers view Lots in person, wherever issues regarding condition are seen as important to them, satisfying themselves as to the condition, completeness and originality of any Lot on which they intend to bid.

A Tibetan painted Bronze figure of a seated Buddha, his chest applied with a gilt metal plaque with central Swastika motif, seated in the lotus position, (hollow), 8 ½" high Condition:Some oxidation and age related wear, otherwise generally good condition. Please note: Keys Fine Art Auctioneers take great care to ensure that any statements as to attribution, age, date, origin, provenance and condition are reliable and accurate but it should be noted that all such statements are skilled opinions, if provenance (written or historical fact) cannot be produced. However, Keys Fine Art Auctioneers do not guarantee that condition reports, whether included in the catalogue, or given at a later time; cover all aspects of an item(s) condition. All items are sold strictly on an “As Found” basis.No guarantee or warranty is issued or given in anyway, either written or verbal and therefore refunds will not be issued on the basis of the Lot not being “in working order”, “incomplete”, or “not in original condition”.Keys Fine Art Auctioneers would respectfully ask that prospective buyers view Lots in person, wherever issues regarding condition are seen as important to them, satisfying themselves as to the condition, completeness and originality of any Lot on which they intend to bid.

A pair of bronze metal table lamps decorated in the Art Nouveau manner with face mask handles, bodies decorated with stylised foliage, raised on four hoof feet, 23" high including fittings Condition:Probably not of great age, fittings appear modern, some wear to patination. Fair/good condition.Please note: Keys Fine Art Auctioneers take great care to ensure that any statements as to attribution, age, date, origin, provenance and condition are reliable and accurate but it should be noted that all such statements are skilled opinions, if provenance (written or historical fact) cannot be produced. However, Keys Fine Art Auctioneers do not guarantee that condition reports, whether included in the catalogue, or given at a later time; cover all aspects of an item(s) condition. All clocks, watches and mechanical items are sold on behalf of vendors by Keys Fine Art Auctioneers strictly on an “As Found” basis.No guarantee or warranty is issued or given in anyway, either written or verbal and therefore refunds will not be issued on the basis of the Lot not being “in working order”, “incomplete”, or “not in original condition”.Keys Fine Art Auctioneers would respectfully ask that prospective buyers view Lots in person, wherever issues regarding condition are seen as important to them, satisfying themselves as to the condition, completeness and originality of any Lot on which they intend to bid.

5 Historex etc framed and glazed dioramas. ?The Hall, English Civil War?. Depicting Tudor style room with five Royalists feasting. Another sitting in a chair with dog, whilst a visitor enters in a raised gallery. Another ?Hello Friend?. Depicting a postilion with spare horse greeting a soldier friend in a woodland scene. Plus ?Resting Horseman?. Depicting three horses unsaddled, with two French cavalrymen in watering caps, talking, kit stacked on ground in woodland scene. Diorama of 88mm metal figures depicting six figures of Romans. Comprising Generals, greeting each other. Standard bearers in attendance with trumpeter and legionary. Plus another ? 5 metal figures probably by Rose Miniatures ? Egyptian, 3000-2000 BC, Nubian slave 2000-1200 BC, a Gaulish Chieftain, bronze-age, a Persian archer 500BC and a Officer 500BC. All VGC and well painted.

Bronze Age looped and socketed axe head, 1000-800 BC, 9cm long Some deep chips to front edge, the surface appears to have had some sort of coating applied - ** General condition consistent with age

19th Century Japanese black lacquer five case inro by the Kajikawa family, having gold foliate decoration, signed Kajikawa Saku with tsubo shaped seal Ei, with a bronze ojime and an ivory two part manju by Koju, carved with Fukurokuju to one side and with a bird in flight to the other, signed, height of inro 9.5cm, diameter of manju 4cm Manju has slight nibbling to the rim at one point extending approximately 5mm of the circumference and 1mm in depth, some very light rubbing to the gilding on the inro and some very light nibbling around the top and bottom oval edges - ** General condition consistent with age

Pair of Chinese champlevé on bronze vases, each having typical stylised foliate decoration on a pale blue ground, the shoulders with a Greek key band, 18.5cm high Some flakes and chips to the surface and some pitting, one vase has two flake which extend approximately 8mm in diameter which is through to the base metal, due to the crude nature of this type of cloisonné the condition is somewhat subjective and would recommend viewing in person - ** General condition consistent with age

Pair of large Japanese bronze vases, Meiji period, being of baluster form and decorated in high relief with dragons and Koi, 61.25cm high Both vases slightly loose at the joint between the neck and the bulbous main body of the vessel - ** General condition consistent with age

Chinese bronze tripod censer having two raised handles, 24cm diameter There are a couple of dents around the widest circumference of the body - the largest approximately 20mm in diameter - ** General condition consistent with age

Chinese silver wire inlaid bronze censer having two loop handles, underside with Shisou two character mark, with later hardwood cover, 9.5cm diameter exclusive of handles ** General condition consistent with age

Japanese bronze koro, the cover having a figural knop formed as a Kylin, two loop handles, eight roundels decorated in relief with birds and animals on a textured ground, standing on four cylindrical supports conjoined by decorative stretchers, base with signature, 22cm high The knop is loose on the two rivets holding it in place - ** General condition consistent with age

Chinese bronze tripod censer bearing an apocryphal sixteen character Xuande mark, 13.25cm wide Looking inside the censer there is a foundry patch approximately 40mm x 30mm which is faintly visible on the exterior as a small jagged edged oval insert measuring approximately 20/25mm in diameter, looking again into the base two of the depressions above the feet are sealed above the third foot there isn`t a depression but there is a small rectangular slot approximately 8mm x 3mm but as this is above the foot it cannot be seen from the exterior - ** General condition consistent with age

Chinese bronze censer of quatrefoil form, the cover with two apertures, bird masks to the side and standing on four squat feet, 10cm wide There was possibly originally a knop which is no longer present, the underside of the cover shows a blob of solder, the top a rectangular patch where the knop was once fitted, the base has one shallow dent to one of the lobes approximately 20mm in diameter, the whole with much surface oxidisation as apparent in the images - ** General condition consistent with age

Chinese polished bronze hexagonal bowl decorated with six figural panels in low relief, the base with a large seal mark, 20.5cm wide ** General condition consistent with age

Pair of 19th Century bronze Marley Horse figure groups, 56cm and 57cm high The rod in the man`s hand is slightly buckled, some scratches to surface - ** General condition consistent with age

Bronze Age looped and socketed axe head, 1000-800 BC, 9cm long Some deep chips to front edge, the surface appears to have had some sort of coating applied - ** General condition consistent with age

19th Century Japanese black lacquer five case inro by the Kajikawa family, having gold foliate decoration, signed Kajikawa Saku with tsubo shaped seal Ei, with a bronze ojime and an ivory two part manju by Koju, carved with Fukurokuju to one side and with a bird in flight to the other, signed, height of inro 9.5cm, diameter of manju 4cm Manju has slight nibbling to the rim at one point extending approximately 5mm of the circumference and 1mm in depth, some very light rubbing to the gilding on the inro and some very light nibbling around the top and bottom oval edges - ** General condition consistent with age

Chinese bronze tripod censer having two raised handles, 24cm diameter There are a couple of dents around the widest circumference of the body - the largest approximately 20mm in diameter - ** General condition consistent with age

Chinese silver wire inlaid bronze censer having two loop handles, underside with Shisou two character mark, with later hardwood cover, 9.5cm diameter exclusive of handles ** General condition consistent with age

Japanese bronze koro, the cover having a figural knop formed as a Kylin, two loop handles, eight roundels decorated in relief with birds and animals on a textured ground, standing on four cylindrical supports conjoined by decorative stretchers, base with signature, 22cm high The knop is loose on the two rivets holding it in place - ** General condition consistent with age

Chinese bronze tripod censer bearing an apocryphal sixteen character Xuande mark, 13.25cm wide Looking inside the censer there is a foundry patch approximately 40mm x 30mm which is faintly visible on the exterior as a small jagged edged oval insert measuring approximately 20/25mm in diameter, looking again into the base two of the depressions above the feet are sealed above the third foot there isn`t a depression but there is a small rectangular slot approximately 8mm x 3mm but as this is above the foot it cannot be seen from the exterior - ** General condition consistent with age

Chinese bronze censer of quatrefoil form, the cover with two apertures, bird masks to the side and standing on four squat feet, 10cm wide There was possibly originally a knop which is no longer present, the underside of the cover shows a blob of solder, the top a rectangular patch where the knop was once fitted, the base has one shallow dent to one of the lobes approximately 20mm in diameter, the whole with much surface oxidisation as apparent in the images - ** General condition consistent with age

Chinese polished bronze hexagonal bowl decorated with six figural panels in low relief, the base with a large seal mark, 20.5cm wide ** General condition consistent with age

Pair of 19th Century bronze Marley Horse figure groups, 56cm and 57cm high The rod in the man`s hand is slightly buckled, some scratches to surface - ** General condition consistent with age

THE NORFOLK AND NORWICH ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY?, 1925-1986, Volumes 22 part 2, 24 part 2, 25 part 2 and 3, 26 part 2 and 3, 28 part 1 and 4, 30 part 2 and 3, 31 part 4, 35 part 1, 36 part 4, 39 part 3 + R RAINBIRD CLARKE: EARLY BRONZE AGE BURIALS AT BARTON BENDISH NORFOLK, 1955 + R R CLARKE: AN IRON ANTHROPOID SWORD FROM SHOULDHAM NORFOLK?, 1955, both orig wraps, (17)

Frank Meisler, Israeli (20th C) ""Dental Practice"" Silvered and Gilt Bronze Group On Black Marble Base. The Gallery Received this item in its original Styrofoam Box, which was discarded due to age and condition. Signed Frank Meisler Israel, 87/980. Good Condition. Measures 11 Inches Height by 12 Inches Width. Shipping $95.00

An early Chinese bronze gilt splashed incense burner with twin lion mask handles, six character mark to base, 4.75" diameter,Small dent. General wear and tear conducive to age. 3 1/2 " diameter, 4 3/4" diameter including the handles 1 3/4" high weight 355 grams

MILITARY MEDALS, A Great War MBE and MC Group of 5 awarded to Colonel Philip Edward Harding, 1st / 16th (County of London) Battalion (Queen’s Westminster Rifles), London Regiment, wounded in action in December 1914, he later served in various administrative roles at Staff Headquarters, comprising: The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, Member’s MBE Breast Badge, Civil Division, in silver, bearing hallmarks for London dated 1919, Military Cross, GRI, 1914 Star with clasp ‘5th Aug.-22nd Nov.1914’ (Lieut. P. E. Harding. 16/Lond: R.), British War and Victory Medals, 1914-1920, the latter with bronze MID spray of oak leaves (Col. P. E. Harding.); the first two unnamed as issued, trio officially impressed, group swing mounted on bar with reverse pin for wear, framed in leather-lined and glazed wood display case, with miniatures below. Extremely fine, toned. (6) MID London Gazette 01.01.1916 and 11.12.1917. MC London Gazette 14.01.1916. MBE London Gazette 03.06.1919. Philip Edward Harding was born c.1876 in Frome, Somerset, and worked prior to WWI as a Chartered Accountant as shown on the 1911 Census. He served in WWI with the 1st/16th Londons, taking part in the early fighting with the British Expeditionary Force in 1914, being wounded in December that year. He was awarded the Military Cross 14 January 1916 whilst a Lieutenant (temp. Captain), and by 18 November 1916 was promoted to Lieutenant (Acting Colonel) whilst commanding a Battalion, showing that he was given the responsibility of command very quickly, perhaps owing to his seniority at the age of 40. In July 1917 he was seconded to the position of Deputy Assistant Director of Labour with the Head Quarters of Administration Services and Departments, most likely given his years of experience as a Chartered Accountant. In 1918 he was again seconded as Assistant Contractor of Salvage. He was awarded the OBE in July 1919, and appears to have returned to work as an accountant with the firm ‘James Edwards & Co.’. Sold with copy MIC and London Gazette mentions, which show his contact address as 28 Badge Row, Cannon Street, EC4, London’. Worthy of further research.

An early Chinese bronze gilt splashed incense burner with twin lion mask handles, six character mark to base, 4.75" diameter,Small dent. General wear and tear conducive to age. 3 1/2 " diameter, 4 3/4" diameter including the handles 1 3/4" high weight 355 grams

Chinese Early Qing Dynasty Cloisonne Bronze Censer Chinese Early Qing Dynasty Cloisonne Large and Bronze Censer; measures 20"" (51cm) minors dings and scuffs consistent with age.

Archaic Period Bronze Bell Archaic period Chinese bronze bell having a raised archaic band to center with dragon perched atop. Wonderful patina shows the age of this piece along with the rubbed design above the rim of bell. Measures 7.25"" ( 18.25cm)