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Click here to subscribeJEAN BAPTISTE CLÉSINGER (FRENCH, 1814-1883), A PART GILDED BRONZE FIGURE 'CLÉOPÂTRE MOURANTE' LATE 19TH CENTURY The dying Cleopatra clasping snake to her breast, with details accented in gold, signed to the cast "J Clesinger Rome 1861" and with foundry stamp for 'F Barbedienne' and 'Reduction Mecanique A. Collas Brevete' stamp, numbered '102' to the underside 22cm high, 47cm wideSNAKE HEAD MISSING
AFTER THE ANTIQUE, A LARGE BRONZE FIGURE 'SLEEPING ARIADNE' FRENCH, LAST QUARTER 19TH CENTURY Stamped 'Reduction Mecanique A. Collas Brevete' 46cm high, 60cm wideKnown as The Sleeping Ariadne, and also often identified as Cleopatra, this reclining figure is after the antique prototype dating from the late Hadrianic period (itself a copy of a 2nd century BC Greek prototype) housed in the Musei Vaticani, Rome. Condition Report: weight approximately 23kg. Surface is very dirty (see below)- there is evidence of wear to surface patina to extremities and small scuff to right hand shoulderProvenance; private collection Yorkshire. The bronzes from this collection have largely been left untouched for at least 10 years and have therefore acquired heavy coatings of atmosphere dust and dirt. Where possible the topmost layers of this have been removed using vacuum and soft brushes but we have elected to take this no further allowing potential purchasers to determine the levels of cleaning they require in accordance with their own taste.The layers of grime/dirt do make it difficult to state the exact nature of the original surface with rubbed sections possibly obscured. We would strongly recommend interested parties inspect them in person or send advisors to carry out firsthand examination for them.Please see numerous 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.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 descriptionAll 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. 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.ELECTRICAL GOODS. These are sold as decorative items only and if bought for use must be checked over for compliance with safety regulations by a qualified electrician before use. Condition Report Disclaimer
AFTER JEAN LOUIS GREGOIRE (FRENCH, 1840-1890), A LARGE BRONZE GROUP 'PERSEUS FREEING ANDROMEDA' LATE 19TH CENTURY Signed to the cast and dated 1870, on bronze mounted hardstone revolving base 104cm high including stepped baseCondition Report: Provenance; private collection Yorkshire. The bronzes from this collection have largely been left untouched for at least 10 years and have therefore acquired heavy coatings of atmosphere dust and dirt. Where possible the topmost layers of this have been removed using vacuum and soft brushes but we have elected to take this no further allowing potential purchasers to determine the levels of cleaning they require in accordance with their own taste.The layers of grime/dirt do make it difficult to state the exact nature of the original surface with rubbed sections obscured. We would strongly recommend interested parties inspect them in person or send advisors to carry out first hand examination for them.Overall- heavy surface dirt notably to recesses and crevices- would appear to have had rubbing from cleaning and handling to exposed limbs. One feather to right hand boot slightly damaged. Base very dirty and with paint splashes. It does revolve well on the base though.. Some nibbles to corners of white marble plinth which is discoloured. The bronze revolves fairly freely on the base but seems fixed in position to the base making photography of underside of the bronze not possible.Please see numerous 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.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 descriptionAll 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. 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 BRONZE FIGURE OF A GREEK SPHINX FRENCH, LATE 19TH CENTURY Depicted seated, plinth base 17.5cm high, 16cm long AND A MOLINEAUX, WEBB & CO PRESS MOULDED 'BLACK BASALT' GLASS FIGURE OF THE EGYPTIAN SPHINXEngraved PODR mark for 26 July 187513.5cm highProvenance: Property from the Kingshott CollectionCondition Report: First- later baize to base is loose- tear to plinth by left flank- Second- broken and restoredCondition Report Disclaimer
AUGUSTE MOREAU (1834-1917), A BRONZE FIGURE OF POPE LEO XIII EARLY 20TH CENTURY Signed to the cast 'A. MOREAU', foundry mark for 'Languereau A Paris'48cm high, 20cm wideCondition Report: Will benefit strongly from a clean as the surface is dirty- to main surface and crevices obscuring some details. Generally seems to be in good untouched conditionPlease see numerous 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.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 descriptionAll 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. 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 JEAN-JOSEPH JAQUET (BELGIAN, 1822-1898), A BRONZE GROUP 'ADAM AND EVE' FRENCH, LATE 19TH CENTURY Adam, depicted in Classical Herculean manner with club and lion skin above the sleeping figure of Eve, apple of knowledge clutched in her right hand, signed "Jaquet" to the cast, no foundry stamp28cm high, the base 38cm wideJaquet was a pupil of Louis Jéhotte whilst at the Académie de Bruxelles. After his debut at the Salon de Bruxelles in 1842 public commissions followed including the statue of La Reine Louise-Marie at Phillipeville. Jaquet became professor of sculpture at the Académie des Beaux Arts de Bruxelles in 1863. The present model may be identifiable with the 'La première nuit d'exil d'Eve' which was exhibited in plaster at the Brussels Salon in 1848.Condition Report: With rubbing and heavy wear to patination from handling, use and cleaning. Eve looks to have had a paler more golden original patination to provide contrast.Please refer to additional images for visual references to condition which forms 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.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 descriptionAll 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. 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 PIERRE-JULES CAVELIER (FRENCH, 1814-1894), A BRONZE FIGURE 'PENELOPE' LATE 19TH CENTURY Signed to the cast, and with 'Reduction Mecanique A. Collas Brevete' stamp 34cm high, the base 22cm wide Condition Report: As per provenance notes below- dirty surface- bases with areas of loss to patina from handling and possibly removal of old labels (?). Scratches and wear to base.Provenance; private collection Yorkshire. The bronzes from this collection have largely been left untouched for at least 10 years and have therefore acquired heavy coatings of atmosphere dust and dirt. Where possible the topmost layers of this have been removed using vacuum and soft brushes but we have elected to take this no further allowing potential purchasers to determine the levels of cleaning they require in accordance with their own taste.The layers of grime/dirt do make it difficult to state the exact nature of the original surface with rubbed sections possibly obscured. We would strongly recommend interested parties inspect them in person or send advisors to carry out first-hand examination for them. Some weathering and wear- overall feels sturdy and heavy. Some rust developing between spaces to frame notably seat and to exposed nut and screw headsPlease refer to additional images for visual references to condition which forms 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.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 descriptionAll 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. 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 PAUL-EUGÈNE MENGIN (FRENCH, 1853-1937), a BRONZE FIGURE 'FEMME A LA MANDOLIN'LATE 19TH CENTURY The figure of the seated woman signed to the cast and with script signature for the foundry SUSSE FRERES PARIS, and with Susse copyright stampON AN ASSOCIATED REVOLVING ONYX AND GILT METAL COLUMN STANDthe figure 51.5cm high, the column 74.5cm highCondition Report: As per provenance notes below- very dirty surface- one string tuning screw missing to top of mandolin, some rubbing to extremities and base. The associated stand with loss to several of the base corners and, again, very dirty.Provenance; private collection Yorkshire. The bronzes from this collection have largely been left untouched for at least 10 years and have therefore acquired heavy coatings of atmosphere dust and dirt. Where possible the topmost layers of this have been removed using vacuum and soft brushes but we have elected to take this no further allowing potential purchasers to determine the levels of cleaning they require in accordance with their own taste.The layers of grime/dirt do make it difficult to state the exact nature of the original surface with rubbed sections possibly obscured. We would strongly recommend interested parties inspect them in person or send advisors to carry out first-hand examination for them.Please refer to additional images for visual references to condition which forms 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.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 descriptionAll 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. 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 JOSEPH HERMON CAWTHRA (BRITISH, 1886-1971), A BRONZE FIGURE OF A MANEARLY/MID 20TH CENTURY The classical style figure possibly Ulysses in the guise of a beggar, Nemean lion skin to his back, signed to the cast "Hermon Cawthra ARA" 59cm high, the base 31.5cm wideFootnote to followCondition Report: Provenance; private collection Yorkshire. The bronzes from this collection have largely been left untouched for at least 10 years and have therefore acquired heavy coatings of atmosphere dust and dirt. Where possible the topmost layers of this have been removed using vacuum and soft brushes but we have elected to take this no further allowing potential purchasers to determine the levels of cleaning they require in accordance with their own taste.The layers of grime/dirt do make it difficult to state the exact nature of the original surface with rubbed sections possibly obscured. We would strongly recommend interested parties inspect them in person or send advisors to carry out firsthand examination for themThere does seem to be pitting and raised roughness to the surface- whether this is more than just surface dirt it is difficult to determine. It may be safe to assume that there has been rubbing and some areas of rougher wear to surface and patina with some reaction to atmospherePlease see numerous 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.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 descriptionAll 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. 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
FRIEDRICH GOLDSCHEIDER, A RARE LARGE BRONZE FIGURE 'THE SNAKE DANCER' EARLY 20TH CENTURY Patinated in varying shades of gold, signed indistinctly 'Bousé' (untraced), Goldscheider foundry mark and numbered 24 twice 90cm high Condition Report: As per detailing below- this has been untouched for some time and there is dirt build up to crevices and base. Some rubbing to patina of exposed areas- face, breasts, limbs- rubbed area quite deep to section of snake behind her left arm- - stains or surface marks across Goldscheider stamp and across the base of her back. Provenance; private collection Yorkshire. The bronzes from this collection have largely been left untouched for at least 10 years and have therefore acquired heavy coatings of atmosphere dust and dirt. Where possible the topmost layers of this have been removed using vacuum and soft brushes but we have elected to take this no further allowing potential purchasers to determine the levels of cleaning they require in accordance with their own taste.The layers of grime/dirt do make it difficult to state the exact nature of the original surface with rubbed sections possibly obscured. We would strongly recommend interested parties inspect them in person or send advisors to carry out firsthand examination for them.Please see numerous 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.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 descriptionAll 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. 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 BRONZE MODEL OF A POMPEIAN TRIPOD BRAZIER WITH MONOPODIA SATYR LEGS NAPLES, LATE 19TH CENTURY Each with a hand outstretched 47cm high, top 21cm diameter Provenance: Property from the Kingshott CollectionAfter the Roman ithyphallic satyr brazier stand from the Praedia of Julia Felix, Pompeii discovered 15 June 1755. This version with its fig leaf coverings was produced by firms such as Chiurazzi to accommodate the more 'delicate' sensibilities of British and other tourists. A matching example can be seen in the drawing room at Stoke Edith, Herefordshire in 1927, page 60, Giles Worsley's "England's Lost Houses from the Archives of Country Life"Condition Report: Has jointed construction for the arms- all three areshowing signs of weara dn old remedial work with one arm unscrewing- will benefit from further work. 1 spoke missing to top rim, surface dirtyCondition Report Disclaimer
AFTER THE ANTIQUE, A BRONZE FIGURE OF ARISTIDES FRENCH, LATE 19TH CENTURY Signed to the cast F. BARBEDIENNE FONDEUR, and impressed A. Collas pastille, numbered to underside 56 44 41.2cm high, base 13.8cm wide Provenance: Property from the Kingshott CollectionA similar but larger example of this work by Barbedienne is in The Royal Collection, a gift from Queen Victoria to Price Albert, 24th December 1848. This figure has often been catalogued as 'a senator'- or 'Socrates' but it would seem more likely that the attribution to the Athenian stateman Aristides- "the best and most honourable man in Athens"- would seem to be correct. And a fitting Christmas present for Queen Victoria to have given.Condition Report: Generally good- mild rubbing - cast join visible to midriffPlease see numerous 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.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 descriptionAll 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. 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 BRONZE BUST OF MENELAUS FRENCH, LATE 19TH CENTURY with a gilt bronze socle, foundry stamp G*S to reverse28cm high overall, base 10cm wideProvenance: Property from the Kingshott CollectionThe foundry stamp G*S probably is for the Parisian foundry of G. Servant. Servant specialised in Egyptian Revival and Antique reproduction pieces and was a medallist at the major international exhibitions between 1867 and 1887.Condition Report: Bust generally good- mild rubbing to edges, base with rubbing to gilding and accretion of some dirt and verdigris to recesses, small dings to foot edgesCondition Report Disclaimer
AFTER MICHELANGELO, BRONZE FIGURE 'LORENZO DE MEDICI' FRENCH LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY Signed to the cast 'R.Tion Sauvage' (Réduction Sauvage) 27cm high, base 9.5cm wide Provenance: Property from the Kingshott Collection Condition Report: Generally good condition- mild rubbing wear, wax deposit to left eyeCondition Report Disclaimer
AFTER GIAMBOLOGNA (1529-1608), A BRONZE FIGURE OF THE 'CROUCHING VENUS' ITALIAN, 19TH CENTURY On integral column pedestal base 21cm high overall, the base 8.3cm diameter Condition Report: Some uniform wear from age, handling and cleaning to surface patina. The figure sits slightly off centre on bronze base- and has octagonal bolt head fixing. The base may be associated or just reattached- hard to tell as the colour match to the top is good.Please see numerous 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.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 descriptionAll 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. 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
HUZEL (FRENCH, LATE 19TH CENTURY) A LARGE BRONZE GROUP 'ORPHEUS AND EURYDICE' FRENCH, LATE 19TH CENTURY Signed to the cast, on a rouge marble base 86cm highCondition Report: Overall- heavy surface dirt notably to recesses and crevices- would appear to have had mild rubbing from cleaning and handling to exposed limbs. Traces of gilded detailing still visible to laurel wreath- lyre slightly loose- possibly previously gilded? Some wear to edges of marble baseProvenance; private collection Yorkshire. The bronzes from this collection have largely been left untouched for at least 10 years and have therefore acquired heavy coatings of atmosphere dust and dirt. Where possible the topmost layers of this have been removed using vacuum and soft brushes but we have elected to take this no further allowing potential purchasers to determine the levels of cleaning they require in accordance with their own taste.The layers of grime/dirt do make it difficult to state the exact nature of the original surface with rubbed sections ;possibly obscured. We would strongly recommend interested parties inspect them in person or send advisors to carry out firsthand examination for them.Please see numerous 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.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 descriptionAll 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. 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 BRONZE PORTRAIT BUST OF THE SENATOR TIBERIUS GRACCHUS ITALIAN, 18TH CENTURY With integral socle base 43cm high, the base 16.5cm diameterCondition Report: Some old wear to patina surface exposed sections from age, handling and cleaning. Remnants of old lead (?) to base for stability.Please refer to additional images for visual references to condition which forms 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.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 descriptionAll 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. 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
Group of Asian & Islamic itemsto include a South East Asian bronze mounted elephant, 18cm across, a Chinese metal model of a dragon holding an object in its claws, 12.5cm across and a lacquer brush pot 10.5cm high (3)Provenance:Elephant purchased in Bonhams Oxford, 22nd August 2012 Lot 258At present, there is no condition report prepared for this lot, this in no way indicates a good condition, please contact the saleroom for a condition report.
Group of itemscomprising of: cold painted bronze figure after Franz Bergmann (1861-1936) of a water carrier mounted onto an onyx ashtray base, 20cm across x 21cm high and a group of cloisonné enamel pieces (6)At present, there is no condition report prepared for this lot, this in no way indicates a good condition, please contact the saleroom for a full condition report.
λ A REGENCY ROSEWOOD CARD TABLE EARLY 19TH CENTURY inlaid with brass stringing and with gilt bronze mounts of rosettes and anthemion motifs, with a canted swivel fold-over top revealing a baize lined playing surface 72.3cm high, 90cm wide, 43.8cm deep Provenance The Earl of Essex, Cassiobury House, Hertfordshire. Redlynch House, Salisbury, Wiltshire.
A FRENCH BRONZE AND ROUGE GRIOTTE MARBLE MANTEL CLOCK C.1870-80 the eight day brass cylinder movement stamped 'Rollin a Paris, 217', striking on a bell, the dial with gilt Roman numerals and inscribed 'Miller & Sons, Piccadilly', in a bowfront case with scrolling sides surmounted by a bronze figure of 'La Rêverie' after Pierre Travaux, signed to one side 52cm high, 36cm wide, 26cm deep
A PAIR OF FRENCH BRONZE AND GILT METAL THREE-LIGHT CANDELABRA IN EMPIRE STYLE MID-19TH CENTURY modelled as a winged figure standing on an orb, holding an urn with three scrolling candle holders, on a cylindrical pedestal with engine turned decoration and a square foot 65.5cm high (2) Catalogue Note For a similar pair, see Bonhams, The Gentleman's Library Sale, 23rd February 2021, Lot 173
A PAIR OF FRENCH EMPIRE BRONZE SPHINX CHENETS AFTER PIERRE-PHILLIPPE THOMIRE (FRENCH 1751-1843), EARLY 19TH CENTURY each with a sphinx wearing a Nemes headdress, on a rectangular base, with rounded ends applied with winged, ribbon and lightning bolt decoration, on raised wrythen toupie legs and bun feet (2) 36cm high, 40cm long, 14cm deep Literature Hans Ottomeyer and Peter Pröschel, "Vergoldete Bronzen", 1986, p. 341, pl. 5.4.6, shows a gilt and patinated bronze fender with similar sphinxes by Pierre-Philippe Thomire, with very similar motifs to the base panels
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