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Click here to subscribeDesigned by Charles Earnhardt. Limited edition hand painted cold cast bronze scenic group figure. Depicts a family of ducks, the drake resting on a rock with the cattails, and the hen in the lake with the ducklings. Carolina Collection's silvery sticker label on the underside. Artist: Charles EarnhardtDimensions: 8.25"L x 6.5"W x 4"HEdition Number: 838 of 9750Manufacturer: Carolina Collection'sCountry of Origin: United StatesCondition: Age related wear.
Original commemorative plaque of the 1929 Graf Zeppelin D-LZ127 Around the World voyage. Features one uncirculated 1928 Weimar Karl Goetz birthday Earl Zeppelin silver medal; four silver and bronze medals with conjoined busts of Dr Hugo Eckner, Dr Ludwig Durr and Count von Zeppelin and, on reverse, the globe with the times and station cities; and two 1928 First Voyage of the Graf Zeppelin silver medals with portraits of Ferdinand von Zeppelin and Hugo Eckner. Set in a Lucite zeppelin shaped plaque, Lucite plaque dimensions: 24"L x 3.50"H x 0.50W. Dimensions: See DescriptionCountry of Origin: GermanyCondition: Age related wear. Most silver medals are tarnished.
This print reproduces an ad that would have been a quality-assurance guarantee for those booking passage on the maiden, and doomed, voyage over a hundred years ago. From the William Brower collection. Housed in a metal bronze-colored frame with brown and tan mats and glass. Artwork can be unframed and rolled for shipment. Sight size: 30.75"L x 24.75"H. Frame size: 37.5"L x 31.75"H x 1.5"D. Issued: 20th CenturyDimensions: See description. Manufacturer: Vinolia Company LTD. Condition: Age related wear. Some scratches and scuffs to areas of the frame, Other age related wear.
AFTER THE ANTIQUE, A GRAND TOUR BRONZE FIGURE OF HERMES FASTENING HIS SANDAL 19TH CENTURY Set on a marble base, unsigned, no foundry mark 64cm high, the base 38cm wide, 17cm deep After a Roman marble copy of an original Greek Bronze by Lysippus, now held in the Musée du Louvre in Paris. Condition Report: With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. The face and extremities of anatomy, sides of torso and sections of legs with rubbed patination form cleaning and handling- some discolouration around his left knee. Recesses with heavy surface dirt. May benefit from slight tightening up to bolts to underside. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
AN ITALIAN ARMORIAL TAPESTRY 18TH CENTURY Woven with a cardinal's hat and ribbons above a central coat of arms, enclosed within a golden sculptural cartouche upheld by a winged figure and winged cupid, all set against a shaped architectural niche, with golden scrolling foliage and pendant groups of gilt-bronze trophies held by blue ribbon supported by scallop shell supports, within yellow outer banded frame border approximately 318cm by 206cm Provenance: Sotheby's London, 27th September 2012, lot 220 Condition Report: Tapestry has thick later lining. There are small areas of rewoven patches in the flowing red and blue robes in the lower right corner. There are stitches joining horizontal splits at colour changes, especially in the light areas of weave, for example to the lower centre grouping with the bruhl parfum, and to the group of motifs and wing of cherub, left of the cartouche. The metal-thread highlights to the central sculptural cartouche are tarnished, commensurate with age. Some small splits to the light band in the coat-of-arms, in the very centre, and some other horizontal splits along colour changes. Bottom edge worn and frayed- which will benefit from tidying up before hanging. Some fading from sunlight and slightly rumpled with creases. The red looks to have slightly stained. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
A PAIR OF FRENCH GILT BRONZE MOUNTED PORCELAIN TABLE LAMPS WITH SHADES LATE 19TH CENTURY AND LATER Pale Celadon green glaze porcelain bodies with scrolling gilt metal mounts, later fitted for electricity with brand new OKA shades bases 61cm high including fitments, 76cm high including current shades Condition Report: With mild wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Some wear to gilding, small spot blemishes from siring- these are not wired. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer
OSCAR WALDMANN (1856-1937), AN ANIMALIER BRONZE OF AN ELEPHANT SWISS, EARLY 20TH CENTURY Signed to cast 32.5cm high, 27cm long Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Mottled patination- predominately shades of green with reddish/orange areas to front leg, hindquarters and scattered. Some paler patination from rubbing, rust build up to underside around one screw/bolt fixing pointCondition Report Disclaimer
AFTER JOSEPH-MICHEL-ANGE POLLET (1814-1870) A BRONZE FIGURE OF 'UNE HEURE DE LA NUIT OR 'LEVEIL' LATE 19TH CENTURY The nude goddess Aurora rising with falling drapery on a naturalistic base, gilt detailed star to her hair, signed to cast and with foundry inscription for E. de Labroue & Cie, stepped black marble base 41cm high, base 23cm wide Condition Report: With mild wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Some dirt build up around edge of bronze base on marble. Small nibbles to marble base edges and mild surface wear to bronze. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer
A VERDIGRIS BRONZE GOTHIC REVIVAL LANTERN 19TH CENTURY Some traces of old gilding to the Gothic tracery framed hexagonal body 86cm high including suspension loop, 37cm wide Condition Report: With wear, marks, repairs as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. At least three different colours of putty around glazed sections indicating that most of the glass has been replaces. Door quite difficult to open- may require some small attention. Surface 'crusty' throughout- small screw repairs. Suspension section above lantern body looks to be an old replacement. No internal light fitments Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer
AFTER ANTOINE-LOUIS BARYE (FRENCH 1795-1875), AN ANIMALIER BRONZE 'CHEVAL TURC' CAST BY BARBEDIENNE, LATE 19TH CENTURY "Antérieur gauche levé, terrasse carrée", signed to cast Barye, foundry mark for F Barbedienne, stamped to underside 19 and numbered in ink 813 12cm high, the base 12.2 x 5.1cm Literature: BARYE: catalogue raisonné des sculpteurs, Poletti & Richarme, 2000, p. 265-66, f. A 128 The Barye Bronzes: A Catalogue Raisonne, Pivar, 1974, p. 222, fig A150 Bronze Sculpture Les Animaliers, Horswell, 1971, p. 38-39 Animals in Bronze, Payne, 2002, p. 278, fig. H16 Condition Report: With mild wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Slightly dirty- patina slightly paler from handling to ears, back. Small spot stains. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer
λ  NEREO QUAGLIATO (ITALIAN 1939-2014) A PATINATED BRONZE OF A STANDING NUDE FEMALE FIGURE Cast signature and dated 1980 to base 154cm high Provenance: Purchased from the artist Condition Report: Weathering from outdoor standing- bird mess and other spot stains. Fairly heavy and may require careful collection by professional carriers- it weighs roughly 150-180KG and is a two to three man careful lift. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
λ  EVERARD MEYNELL (BRITISH 1950-) A LIMITED EDITION BRONZE FIGURE OF 'SPRING' CIRCA 2002 Signed with initials to cast and numbered 2/10, on stone base with applied plaque bronze 150cm high, base 36.5cm square Condition Report: With weathering and surface staining from outdoor exposure. Colour variances between green verdigris and darker surface. Some dirt and bird mess stains. Small casting plugs. Figure is approximately 50-80KG. Stone base 20-30KG Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer
A LARGE GRAND TOUR GILT METAL MODEL OF TRAJAN'S COLUMN ITALIAN OR FRENCH, 19TH CENTURY The whole on white marble base rotating on brass pin below, straited grey marble stepped plinth 104cm high overall, the base 21cm square In the late 18th and early 19th century, the Roman craftsman Luigi Valadier and the Prussians Wilhelm Hopfgarten and Benjamin Ludwig Jollage specialised in casting and selling "desers", scaled-down reproductions of monuments from Roman antiquity intended for use as dining table centrepieces. Throughout the 19th century, other bronze foundries followed their example producing similar Grand Tour souvenirs, notably the Parisian foundry Leblanc Freres. Condition Report: Has been stored outside in a garden for a number of years, the lacquered surface has largely protected it but some wear and surface scuffs and marks to top, underside of top, dirty. The door to base looks to have previously been able to move- now stuck. Marble base weathered and some bruising around ankles. Bronze section is 84cm high and is fixed to its white marble base. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
CHRISTOPHE FRATIN (1801-1864), AN ANIMALIER BRONZE OF AN ARABIAN STALLION LATE 19TH CENTURY Bronze with brown patina, signed to cast, no foundry mark, wooden insert to base, oak plinth bronze 38cm high, base 44cm wide Provenance: From the estate of the late Leonard Fuller Esq. Condition Report: Generally good condition if a little dirty. Some paler patination to muzzle, back and sides from handling, dusting. Casting flaws to base edges. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
AFTER HUBERT LE SUEUR (1680-1658), A MARBLE BUST OF KING CHARLES I LATE 18TH OR EARLY 19TH CENTURY 74cm high Provenance: Purchased from Crowther's, Jan 1987. Hubert Le Sueur came to London in the retinue of Charles I's bride Henrietta Maria in 1625. He was a skilled bronze founder and his portrait busts of the King derive from the armoured equestrian statue now in Trafalgar Square, which was completed by Le Sueur in 1633 for the Lord Treasurer, Sir Richard Weston. Condition Report: With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. This has been outside for some time and has weathered with denaturing to surface and with losses to extremities such as nose, detailing on armour. Dirty. Some faults to stone- partially from weathering- partially naturally. weight roughly 30-50KG, two men to lift, and is 74cm high including socle Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. With weathering - colour variance from exposure- wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaningCondition Report Disclaimer
A PAIR OF FRENCH GILT BRONZE MOUNTED PORCELAIN TABLE LAMPS WITH SHADES LATE 19TH CENTURY AND LATER Pale Celadon green glaze porcelain bodies with scrolling gilt metal mounts, later fitted for electricity with brand new OKA shades bases 53cm high including fitments, 68cm high including current shades Condition Report: With mild wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Some wear to gilding, small spot blemishes from siring- these are not wired. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
AN EMPIRE MAHOGANY AND ORMOLU MOUNTED COMMODE IN THE MANNER OF BERNARD MOLITOR, CIRCA 1810 With a fossilised black marble top 84.5cm high, 132.5cm wide, 63.5cm deep Provenance: Purchased from Jeremy Ltd, 12th March 2002 (£18,500) A copy of the original invoice is available with this lotBernard Molitor (1755-1833) was born in Luxembourg, joining his cabinet making family in Paris in 1777. Molitor became a Master Cabinetmaker in 1788, and was one of the last ébénistes to work for the for the monarchy. Molitor's furniture is characterised by the use of mahogany veneers embellished with finely cast gilt bronze mounts.For a related commode see Ulrich Leben, Molitor, Ebéniste from the Ancien Régime to the Bourbon Restoration, Philip Wilson Publishers, 1990, p46, pl 32, 'commode in...mahogany veneer with ormolu mounts. The large base, the flanking detached columns and the high frieze are characteristic of Empire furniture. Such high quality veneer and mounts were reserved for the most luxurious pieces'. See also p. 183, pl. 33A for a commode with related ormolu mounts and form.For a related commode stamped B. Molitor see Sotheby's, Important Furniture, Paris, 22nd October 2008, lot 136. This type of plinth commode with outset columns and inset drawers was produced in several ways by Bernard Molitor. Similarities include the above form, ivy leaf motifs to some mounts and the use of bleu Turquin marble. Condition Report: Overall there are some scratches, marks, chips, cracks and abrasions consistent with age and use.There is a 2002 invoice from Jeremy Ltd - see additional condition report photographs.There are some small losses and repairs including flaking and later painting to the ebonised feet, the locks are later, there are some indentations to the mahogany where the wreath handles move, the carcase drawer apertures have small wear to the edge veneers with one section missing.The ormolu mounts, handles and escutcheons are of higher than ordinary quality, some minor rubbing to the gilding.The drawers all have high quality oak drawer linings. The top drawer has a slight indented bow, and has three interior divisions.Please see all the additional condition report photographs through the link on the condition report email as a visual reference of condition.``Condition Report Disclaimer
ATTRIBUTED TO MOREAU AFTER CLODION, GILT BRONZE FIGURE GROUP OF TWO BACCHAE WITH FAUN MID TO LATE 19TH CENTURY Unsigned, set on gilt metal mounted white marble base 45.5cm high overall, base 20.5cm diameter Condition Report: The whole dirty with engrained surface dirt- rubbing to gilding and some bubbling/pockmarking to the gilded surface. Small repair to edge of marble base. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
AFTER THE ANTIQUE, A BRONZE FIGURAL GROUP OF THE DANCING FAUN WITH THE INFANT BACCHUS ITALIAN, LATE 19TH CENTURY 70cm high, base 29cm wide The Roman marble statue of a faun with the infant Bacchus was discovered in the forum in Rome and was first recorded in the collection of the Farnese family. In the later eighteenth century, the sculpture was sent to Naples and today is in the collection of the Museo Archeologico Nazionale in Naples (Inv. 6022; Naples 1989, II, pp. 156-57, no. 19). Condition Report: With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Paler patination to extremities of figures and detailing from handling and prior dusting/cleaning. Some green spot stains- engrained dirt to recesses. Stress faults to his right arm, left of his torso- inside of child's leg etc which look mostly to be from casting. Slightly sticky surface in some areas- bolt heads to underside consistent but slightly 'domestic' suggesting they may have been replaced Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. With weathering - colour variance from exposure- wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning Condition Report Disclaimer
A GRAND TOUR BRONZE EWER AFTER BENVENUTO CELLINI, 19TH CENTURY Gilt scroll work decoration to the neck above richly decorated relief body 47.5cm high, the base 10cm diameter Condition Report: With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Crisply cast and generally good colour but for some discoloration patches to either side of top of neck. Gilding slightly rubbed to top- slight loss between body and stem and some discolouration to underside Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
A Chinese bronze ritual wine vessel, guang/gong, in the form of a dragon, the decoration divided into registers and including a taotie, another dragon forming the handle, 14cm h, 21cm l, cast ideograph and inscription inside vessel and on underside of cover Provenance: An English private collection since the mid 20th century, or earlier Although its earlier history is unknown, the present object appears to be of some age and consistent with an archaeological find Cover lacks one of the two horns, otherwise intact and undamaged
A SOUTHEAST ASIAN BRONZE BUDDHA FIGURE Buddha modelled in the lopburi style, enthroned and protected by Naga 66cm high Condition: For a condition report or further images please email hello@hotlotz.com at least 48 hours prior to the closing date of the auction. This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration.
A LARGE SOUTH-EAST ASIAN BRONZE BUDDHA HEAD Cast bronze, with custom stand and additional Chinese green painted timber stand 60cm height without stands Condition: For a condition report or further images please email hello@hotlotz.com at least 48 hours prior to the closing date of the auction. This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration.
A LARGE SOUTH-EAST ASIAN BRONZE HEAD OF BUDDHA Patinated hollow bronze, head of Buddha with eyes closed, elongated earlobes and curled hair coils 50cm height Condition: For a condition report or further images please email hello@hotlotz.com at least 48 hours prior to the closing date of the auction. This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration.
Bank rolls with the Union Jack; each roll contains 50 bronze penny coins. Reverse side of the penny shows Britannia seated wearing a helmet and holding a trident. Obverse side features the bust of Queen Elizabeth II facing right. 1 roll measures: 3.75in H x 1.25in Dia. 1 penny measures: 1.25in Dia. 1 penny weighs: 10g. Artist: Mary Gillick and Charles W. CoombesIssued: 1967Country of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.
A French kingwood and parquetry inlaid side cabinet, late 19th century with coloured marble top, 2 cupboard doors with central frieze drawer and single cupboard under, cast gilt-bronze mouldings and mounts, width 65cm, height 136cm1 veneer chip on the back of the left-hand side, several other very minor age-related blemishes and marks, generally in very good original condition
ARCHAISTIC BRONZE RITUAL FOOD VESSEL, 19TH CENTURY the body flanked by a pair of stylised dragon-head loop handles and cast with scroll detail, the stepped foot with a running band of stylised scroll decoration8.4cm highLight wear in keeping with age and light surface scratches, though no damage or repairs to note.814g.
Late Bronze Age, 1200-750 B.C.. Comprising: broad cup with single loop handle; bulbous pot with raised rim; smaller cup on a display base with old label 'Prehistoric Central European'. 480 grams total, 6.8-11.3 cm (2 5/8 - 4 1/2 in.). From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. [3, No Reserve]
Circa 12th-10th century B.C.. Each with a sturdy square-section tang, broad barbed head with midrib. See Khorasani, M.M., Arms and Armour from Iran. The Bronze Age to the End of the Qajar Period, Tübingen, 2006, figure 467, for the main type. 92 grams total, 15 cm each (5 7/8 in.). Two of these arrowheads seem to belong to the type V, subcategory type C, according to the classification of Khorasani and Negahban. In the four categories of triangular bronze arrowheads from Luristan, Marlik and Northern Iran individuated by Negahban, subtypes C and D of type V are larger arrow or javelin heads, C with barbed shoulders.Ex London, UK, collection, 1990s. [3, No Reserve]
Circa 2nd century B.C.-1st century A.D.. Comprising a spearhead with leaf-shaped blade and raised triangular mid-rib, short tapering open socket with inside wood remains, and a forged axe with folded rectangular-section open socket and flared crescent-edge blade. Cf. Allen, S., Celtic Warrior 300 BC-AD 100, Oxford, 2001, p.51, and plates A and E, for similar specimens. 791 grams total, 11.2-22.5 cm (4 3/8 - 8 7/8 in.). The Celtic warrior used a light javelin to throw and a heavier thrusting spear at close quarters. An iron spearhead of identical shape but with bronze decoration was recovered from the Thames and dated to the late Iron Age.From the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968. [2, No Reserve]
Early Bronze Age, circa 2700-1900 B.C.. Comprising a large spherical body with two ledge handles to the shoulder, tapering neck and flared mouth; applied serpent or zigzag collar above a strap handle with further applied zigzags to the lower neck and shoulder; burnished finish. For a large flagon with applied 'snake' motifs see Morris, D., The Art of Ancient Cyprus, 1985, p.230, pl.261. 4.53 kg, 51.5 cm (20 1/4 in.). From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. [No Reserve]
2nd millennium B.C.. With crescentic blade and rounded knot at the butt, ornamental curved edging to the upper shaft hole, a cord edge on the upper and lower shaft hole, incised band around the edge of the blade; the butt inversed, forming a bearded human face. Cf. Mahboubian, H., Art of Ancient Iran, copper and bronze, London, 1997, p.166, fig.172b, for identical type; Gernez, G., L’armament en métal au Proche et Moyen-Orient: des origines a 1750 av. J.C., Paris, 2007, p.146, fig.2.14, subtype H2.H.a. 246 grams, 94 mm (3 3/4 in.). The type corresponds to Gernez type H.2.H.a, axes with collar and short sleeve lined with mouldings, fan-shaped blade and rear knot. It was a variant only known in Elam and Luristan. In Luristan one identical specimen was found at Chigha Sabz (grave M7). In Elam, the majority of these axes were found in the Middle-Bronze Age (Age of Isin-Larsa or Early Babylonian Age) tombs of Sarcophagi, at Susa.with a London, UK gallery, 1971-early 2000s.
Bronze Age, 2300-1650 B.C.. Mainly hemispherical types with round rim, one with stub handle; mostly repaired. 876 grams total, 8.5-12.7 cm (3 3/8 - 5 in.). From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. [6, No Reserve]
Early Bronze Age, circa 4000-2000 B.C.. Earthenware vessel group comprising four with two opposed loop handles to the rim and two with a single thick loop handle; accompanied by an old collector's record card stating: 'Grave Group' of Pots. Late Neolithic or Early Bronze Age (4000-2000 BC). Central or S.E. Europe. Probably made for funerary use as they are too small to have been of practical value. The contents of a single grave (or at least 2-3 adjacent graves).' See A Guide to the Antiquities of the Bronze Age London, 1920, pl.IX, for similar forms of vessel. 486 grams total, 49-74 mm (2 - 2 7/8 in.). From the collection of a late East Anglian teacher and antiquarian who retired to the Isle of Wight in Hampshire, UK. He amassed a large collection of objects between the 1960s-1980s. [6]
8th century B.C.. A hammered discoid shield raised from a single sheet, displaying a central conoid boss; two pairs of circular piercings to the perimeter. Cf. Overlaet, B., ‘The chronology of the Iron Age in the Pusht-I Kuh, Luristan’ in Iranica Antiqua, vol.XL, 2005, pl.13, no.14, for a recent find of a similar shield; see also Ayazi, S., Disc-Headed Bronze Pins from Luristan: A Symbol of Ancient Iran’s Past, Tübingen, 2008. 297 grams, 26.5 cm wide (10 1/2 in.). These kind of shields, of small dimensions, were used by infantry or horse-archers of Luristan and neighbouring cultures (Elamites, Zagros Tribesmen, like Hurrians, Lullubians, Kutians, and Kassites, Assyrians), as well as by Urartu, West-Iranian and Northern Caucasian civilisations around the Caspian Sea. The bronze boss was probably attached to a leather and wooden background.UK private collection before 2000. Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a London gentleman. [No Reserve]
Middle Bronze Age, circa 2000-1650 B.C.. Comprising: dipper cup with loop handle; juglet with scooped spout; biconvex jar with carinated profile. 386 grams total, 7.3-10.9 cm (2 7/8 - 4 1/4 in.). From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. [3, No Reserve]
Middle Bronze Age, circa 2000-1650 B.C.. Bulbous in profile with scooped spout, loop handle, spurs to the junction, painted geometric ornament. 123 grams, 13.5 cm (5 1/4 in.). From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. [No Reserve]
Circa 2nd-3rd century A.D.. Single-edged iron blade with ellipsoid-section bronze handle, openwork acanthus-leaf finial, bands of loose crosshatching to both faces. See Capwell, Dr. T., Knives, Daggers and Bayonets, London, 2009. 62 grams, 13.5 cm (5 3/8 in.). Acquired on the British art market. From the collection of a South West London, UK, specialist Stone Age collector. [No Reserve]
Early Bronze Age, 2700-2000 B.C.. Squat cup with broad rim and three stub feet, loop handle; pierced in several places. 209 grams, 11.8 cm (4 5/8 in.). From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. [No Reserve]
Middle Bronze Age, early 3rd millennium B.C.. With bulbous body, flared rim to the mouth, lateral pie-crust ledge handles, pointillé segmentation lines. 96 grams, 84 mm wide (3 1/4 in.). From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. [No Reserve]
Late Bronze Age, circa 850-600 B.C.. Squat unglazed vessel with conical body, narrow shoulder, broad tubular neck and everted rim, two strap handles; painted with radiating segments to rim, ring-and-dot motifs to neck and shoulder, horizontal bands. 341 grams, 14 cm wide (5 1/2 in.). Private American collection. Acquired from Bonhams, London, 29 April 2009, no.341 (part). From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. Accompanied by copies of the relevant Bonhams catalogue pages and original lot tag. [No Reserve]
2nd-1st millennium B.C.. With broad heater-shaped head and barbs to the rear, square shoulder and narrow tang. Cf. Khorasani M.M., Arms and Armour from Iran. The Bronze Age to the End of the Qajar Period, Tübingen, 2006, cat.466, for similar. 41.6 grams, 13.5 cm (5 1/4 in.). The arrowhead resembles a stylised bird's head, according to classification by Khorasani. This was a type of decorative arrowheads, belonging to the typology of barbed arrowheads.Property of the vendor's grandfather, thence by family descent, circa 1985. From the private collection of a New York, USA gentleman. [No Reserve]
Middle-Late Bronze Age, 2000-1200 B.C.. Globular in profile with pinched trefoil mouth and strap handle to the rear; inked accession number 'LS 1022' to underside. 452 grams, 16 cm (6 1/4 in.). From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. [No Reserve]
Early Bronze Age, 2300-2000 B.C.. Comprising a hollow basal ring and four vertical posts terminating in conical cups joined at the rim. Cf. similar in the Metropolitan Museum of Art under accession no.74.51.687. 1.36 kg, 17 cm wide (6 5/8 in.). From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. [No Reserve]
2nd-3rd century A.D.. Modelled in the round, nude male with legs in straddling pose, left hand thrust forward and right arm raised with hand open; head exaggerated with shoulder-length hair and crested helmet. Cf. Boucher, S., Recherches sur les Bronzes Figurés de Gaule Pré-Romaine et Romaine, Rome, 1976, item 354, for type; Mackintosh, M., The Divine Horseman in the Art of the Western Roman Empire,The Open University, 1991, fig.7, bronze rider from Brigstock. 35.6 grams, 60 mm (2 3/8 in.). The pseudo-Corinthian or Apulo-Corinthian helmet, here represented on the head of the divinity, was originally a legionary helmet, then became, in the Late Consular Age, an officer's helmet, then a typical attribute of military commanders and then of the war god, Mars. However, this statuette of Mars has strong Celtic connotations, as evidenced by the torques around the neck and the warrior god's hair.From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. [No Reserve]
Circa 14th-10th century B.C.. Each with a sturdy square-section tang, narrow barbed head with midrib. See Khorasani, M.M., Arms and Armour from Iran. The Bronze Age to the End of the Qajar Period, Tübingen, 2006, figures 467 and 470, for the type. 98 grams total, 15.5-16 cm (6 1/8 - 6 1/4 in.). These arrowheads seem to belong to the type V, subcategory types A and C according to the classification of Khorasani and Negahban. In the four categories of triangular bronze arrowheads from Luristan, Marlik and Northern Iran individuated by Negahban, subtypes A and C of type V are larger arrow heads with barbed shoulders and triangular heads. These types of arrowheads were commonly used in Anatolia and Mesopotamia from the 2nd millennium B.C., but apparently their employment began earlier in this area, where types like these occur alongside the non-barbed, predominantly ribbed and tanged types.Ex London, UK, collection, 1990s. [33, No Reserve]
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