ƟShahestan'e Pahlavi: Tahr'e Jam' (Pahlavi City: A Comprehensive Plan), limited edition of 1000 copies, this set unnumbered, together with commemorative bronze announcement plaque [Tehran, dated 28 Mordad 1354 (19 August 1975)] two volume set, numerous plates, plans, drawing and diagrams throughout, some printed in colour, excellent condition, original red cloth with title gilt to upper covers, original dust-jackets, extremities very slightly creased, else excellent condition, original red cloth slip-case, bronze plaque loosely inserted (62 by 62 mm.), large 8vo (315 by 220 mm.)Ɵ Indicates that the lot is subject to buyer’s premium of 25% exclusive of VAT (0% VAT).
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Zende va Javid bad name Pahlavi (Long live the Pahlavi name), commemorative brooch celebrating the newly formed Pahlavi Dynasty surmounted by the Shir-o Khorshid emblem and the Qajar crown [probably Iran, 1925] gilt bronze brooch formed of two crossing swords, with the text beneath, Shir-o Khorshid emblem placed between the ends of the swords, topped with the Qajar crown, total c. 60 by 75 mm. An exceptionally rare brooch from the moment of the formation of the Pahlavi dynasty. This piece was made before the coronation and arrival of the Pahlavi crown so is one of an exceptionally small number of pieces bearing the Pahlavi name under a Qajar crown.
Commemorative Badge depicting Mame Vatan with a miniature portrait of Reza Shah Pahlavi, gilt bronze [Iran, c. 1926] single brooch, depicting Mame Vatan (mother of the homeland) holding out the flag of Iran and a portrait of Reza Shah Pahlavi, 40 by 30 mm.; housed in modern velvet jewellery box
A portrait Bronze bust of the Shahbanu, Farah Diba, cast and mounted to a marble slab [probably Iran, c. 1975] single bronze cast bust of the poised statuesque shahbanu, some very slight surface scratching, overall good condition, mounted to marble piece and measuring a 140 by 100 by 100mm. in total
A Rare Bust of Reza Shah Pahlavi, by private commission of the Shah himself for private distribution, bronze bust mounted on platform [Iran, c. 1940] single bronze bust of Reza Shah Pahlavi in his military attire, very detailed depiction , bust mounted on clear platform, 300 by 180 mm. Reza Shah Pahlavi commissioned a small number of these bronze pieces during the final few years of his reign and reserved them exclusively for his personal associates and confidantes. They are exceptionally scarce and were never re-cast for general circulation . A crude replica cast of this particular stance was generated privately in America in the 1980s, and is not to be confused with the original.
John Erskine MILNE (1931-1978) Cyrus, 1972 Polished bronze together with J.P Hodin, John Milne: Sculptor , published by Latimer New Dimensions,1977; a black and white photograph and a personal correspondence letter from John Milne dated December 16th 1973. (Dimensions: Max height 17cm The base 166 x 190 x 34mm The bronze 138mm max high and 138mm max wide) (Qty: 4)(Max height 17cm The base 166 x 190 x 34mm The bronze 138mm max high and 138mm max wide)Condition report: Edition number and signature not located. Some overall wear to the polished bronze and minor corner chips to the base. On a cork base which is glued down. Height of the bronze without the base 15.3cm
ATTRIBUTED TO VILLEMSENS OF PARIS FOR THE GREAT EXHIBITION OF 1851; a very large and good quality mid 19th century gilt bronze ewer, with high scrolling handles surmounted with a winged cherub, acanthus leaf grape and vine and decoration throughout with ram's head mask, central body decorated with Bacchanalian putti and spreading circular foot, height 97cm.The illustrated exhibitor of 1851 shows an identical ewer of this design shown at the Great Exhibition in Crystal Palace in 1851.Provenance; From a local private family who did have the pair to it many years ago.
OSWALDO MERCHOR; a large limited edition bronze figure of a fish amongst weeds, on a circular base, signed, 14/100, height 68cm. (D)Additional InformationThis lot qualifies for Artist Resale Rights. For further information, please visit http://www.dacs.org.uk Presented in good condition, a nice tone to the metalwork and no faults to mention.
An Art Nouveau-style bronze figure of semi-naked woman in shawl on plinth to hardstone base, apparently unsigned/unmarked, height 47cm.Additional InformationThere are a couple of small chips to the corners of the plinth base, the colour remains consistent dark brown throughout, just general surface wear.
AFTER MILO; a French Art Deco bronze figure modelled as a female gymnast with impressed signature, seal mark and no. A7600 to stepped circular base, height to top of pole 35cm, and an East Asian patinated brass four faced Buddha (2).Additional InformationThe pole that she is holding is rather crude, light surface scratches and toning, otherwise ok.
A Chinese bronze figure of Buddha Amithaba, height 20cm. Accompanying the lot is a photocopy of a receipt inscribed C.T. Loo & Co, New York, detailing a 15th century Buddha selling for $600. Also with the lot is a photograph depicting the vendor's grandfather in China as he worked there on the railroads in the early 20th century. This Buddha was purportedly purchased by the vendor's grandfather from Ulrich Senger in 1978.
Solid bronze figure of Guanyin Chinese, Guangxu period in long flowing robes and holding an ambrosia vase while standing upon a wave washed rock within which a lotus pod protrudes, reverse with two recessed rectangular panels with date and inscriptions, inscription on top panel reads Guangxu first year 1875,followed by the lower panel which reads 'Han(cold or icy snow) shan ( mountain or island) zhong (bell) sheng (harmonious) bing bing (landscape?)' 26.5cm

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