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Chinese gold and carved jade pendant showing two carved Koi carp set in an open work Chinese calligraphy gold setting. Marked with Chinese characters. Approx total weight 6.3 grams.

A 19th Century Cantonese polychrome bowl plus two plates, one powder blue glazed, the other with calligraphy

A large Chinese carved dark spinach jade seal, 19th / 20th century, of near square section surmounted with a recumbent kylin, the seal itself reading Ban Ta Qin Shu ( Half bed of my zither and books ), two of the sides with archaistic calligraphy including part of the scripts from the Madhyamagama in Buddhism, further calligraphy to the other two sides, the front face with seal mark reading 'Made in the Qianlong period', 11.8 x 11.6cm, 13cm. high.

A Chinese porcelain vase, 18th / 19th century, of slender ovoid form with raised, flared neck, decorated in underglaze blue with a fisherman outside a house in an extensive lakeland landscape, two lines of calligraphy to the opposing side, 10¼in. (26cm.) high, filled chip ro rim.

Li (Jie (1065-1110)). Li Mingzhong Yingzao Fashi (Building Standards), 8 volumes, [Shanghai?, 1925], Chinese text lithographed on doubled leaves, frequent rubrication, numerous diagrams and figural illustrations in volumes 5-8, many of those in volumes 7-8 printed in colour, stab-stitched in original printed buff wrappers, stitching loose in places but bindings firm, small water-stains to wrappers of volumes 1, 7 and 8, original blue cloth portfolio, bone fasteners, printed label to front panel (with faint mark), pale mottling on rear panel, folio (34 x 23.5 cm) Literature: Jiren Feng, Chinese Architecture and Metaphor: Song Culture in the Yingzao Fashi Building Manual (Hong Kong, 2012); Li Shiqiao, 'Reconstituting Chinese Building Tradition: The Yingzao fashi in the Early Twentieth Century', in Journal of the Society of Architectural Historians, Vol. 62, No. 4 (December 2003), pages 470-489. 'The [Yingzao Fashi] was written by the imperial official in the Directorate of Construction Li Jie (1035?-1110, courtesy name Mingzhong) as a handbook for government standards for building methods, materials, and manpower. Not only the earliest but also the most comprehensive Chinese treatise on architectural technology to survive in its entirety, the YZFS is the most important primary text for the study of ancient Chinese architecture' (Feng, page 2). Li's text first appeared in 1103 and was rediscovered in 1919 by scholar Zhu Qiqian (1872-1962), who unearthed an imperfect, later transcription of a Song-dynasty reprint in Jiangnan library. He published a photolithographic edition in a reduced format the same year, but in his preface indicated several improvements required for a new edition, for which he had the illustrations entirely redrawn, commissioned a suite of new drawings from the master builder of the imperial palaces in Beijing, and had the painted decorations in chapters 33 and 34 printed in a lavish array of colours. 'The new edition of the Yingzao Fashi published in 1925 was exquisite. Bound into eight volumes with silk thread binding, it exemplifies the scholarly tradition of restoring classics, with its erudite preface and postscripts, demonstration of philological scholarship, completeness of chapters, sections, texts, and drawings, and imitation of the Song-dynasty calligraphy and printing style' (Li, page 477). (1)

Indo-Persian brass basin 19th Century decorated in the inside panel with Islamic calligraphy, the outer band decorated with engraved scrolls, upon a small base 29cm diameter, 11cm high

Pen box Persian, 19th/20th Century silvered metal, decorated on top with four medallions depicting deer, the sides with Islamic calligraphy 21.5cm wide

Safavid bowl Iran, 17th Century silvered bronze, with Islamic calligraphy around the edges, with decorations to the base 19.5cm across

Cairoware brass tray Egyptian, 19th Century inlaid with silver metal and copper, displaying lines of calligraphy 69cm diameter

Cairo brass vase Egyptian, 19th Century brass, the body decorated with Islamic calligraphy 15.5cm high

Safavid dish Iran 16th/17th Century the border engraved with separate panels of calligraphy, near the base also showing three panels of calligraphy, with panels of an interwoven pattern 30cm wide

Two contemporary Islamic dishes 20th Century the largest with with a diamond pattern meeting in the bottom into a circle, the second dish with banded decoration with Islamic calligraphy 41.5cm, 31.5cm diameter

Calligraphy Persian, 18th Century two pages of Persian calligraphy with gilt and colour borders (2)

Pair of Qu-ran pages Arabic each with calligraphy, finished with gouache (2)

Damascus Table Syria,circa 1900 with mother of pearl inlay, and Arabic calligraphy 44.5cm high

A Chinese watercolour on paper, Calligraphy with script and seal mark, 72" long, mounted on silk scroll, in silk lined velvet box

A Chinese blue and white porcelain inkstoneOf shaped flattened form, the exterior decorated with lines of calligraphy. 13 cm wide. CONDITION REPORTS: Generally in good condition, some general wear.

An 18th century Chinese painting, depicting crickets and insects in floral background, calligraphy detail left hand side. (a/f) 

A fine Egyptian silver tray, of circular form with applied leaf and stem scroll border, decorated with bright cut panels of fish, birds, animals, figures, flower and leaf motifs and calligraphy, stamped verso "cat" silver hallmark and Cairo .900 purity mark, diameter 35cm. (840.7g) 

Three early 20th century Chinese blue and white pieces, to include a square seal, the sides comically painted with dragons, 6cm x 7cm, a scroll weight with calligraphy and foliate decoration, 5.5cm high and a tapered weight with spurious Ming marks, 12.5cm high. (3)

A collection of Islamic metalware, including an enamel calligraphy jardiniere. (qty)

A Large Chinese Export Silver Epergne, character marks to base, early 20th century, with a central and three smaller trumpet shaped vases, engraved with floral swags and calligraphy, to a central support with three scrolling arms supporting three swing handled baskets, fixed to a pierced hardwood stand, 41cm high including stand, 33oz 3dwt Repairs to the central support at base of trumpets, the receivers appear to have been broken off and repaired, these are quite weak. Hardwood stand with a large section broken off and re-stuck. Quite a few dings and dents throughout,

An Indian calligraphic red sandstone rectangular panel, carved with calligraphy and painted in red, (a.f), 20cm by 33cm.

HITLER ADOLF: (1889-1945) Fuhrer of the Third Reich 1933-45. An excellent, large D.S., A Hitler, one page (vellum), folio, Fuhrerhauptquartier, 1st October 1940, in German, being the formal award document of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross (Ritterkreuz) to Oberleutnant Gustav Sprick. The hand scrivened document features attractive calligraphy by Franziska Kobell, in dark india ink, and Sprick's name appears in gold leaf at the centre. Boldly signed by Hitler at the foot of the document in his capacity as Fuhrer and Supreme Commander of the Wehrmacht ('Der Fuhrer und Oberste Befehlshaber Der Wehrmacht'). With integral leaf. Rare. Some extremely light, minor age wear, most noticeable at the extreme edges of the document and with a very slight horizontal fold to the centre of the document, only very slightly running through Sprick's name. About VG Gustav Sprick (1917-1941) German Oberleutnant of World War II, a Luftwaffe Ace credited with 31 victories over the Western Front. 'Micky' Sprick was posted to Jagdgeschwader 26 in September 1939, scoring his first aerial victory on 10th May 1940. Successful during the French campaign, Sprick accrued nine victories by the fall of France. In August 1940 he was appointed Staffelkapitan of 8/JG 26 and gained a further eleven victories during the Battle of Britain. It was in recognition of his 20th victory on 28th September that Sprick was awarded the Ritterkreuz on 1st October 1940. Sprick was killed in action during an aerial combat with Royal Air Force Spitfires on 28th June 1941. A rare document signed by Hitler during the Battle of Britain. Over 7000 of Nazi Germany's prestigious military decoration denoting bravery and leadership on the battlefield, the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross, were awarded from 1939. However, only a small number of the medals were accompanied by the formal documents and after 1942 the formal award document was discontinued, and recipients received a smaller and less elaborate document. The production of the formal documents was the responsibility of a small team of individuals overseen by Professor Gerdy Troost, who had been commissioned by Hitler, and included the graphic artist Franziska Kobell, Professor Hermann Wandinger and his brother Franz who were jointly responsible for the goldwork and gilding, and Frieda Thiersch, a bookbinder responsible for the design and production of the original binders which accompanied the formal documents.  Provenance: From the estate of a deceased British fighter pilot of World War II who later became a senior Royal Air Force commander, attaining the rank of Air Marshal. The airman was given several commands during World War II, his squadrons flying Hawker Hurricanes and Hawker Typhoon fighter bombers, and he was later stationed at RAF Wahn and given a senior role with the Second Tactical Air Force.

HITLER ADOLF: (1889-1945) Fuhrer of the Third Reich 1933-45. An excellent, large D.S., A Hitler, one page (vellum), folio, Fuhrerhauptquartier, 16th August 1940, in German, being the formal award document of the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross (Ritterkreuz) to Oberstleutnant Ludwig Schulz. The hand scrivened document features attractive calligraphy by Franziska Kobell, in dark india ink, and Schulz's name appears in gold leaf at the centre. Boldly signed by Hitler at the foot of the document in his capacity as Fuhrer and Supreme Commander of the Wehrmacht ('Der Fuhrer und Oberste Befehlshaber Der Wehrmacht'). With integral leaf. Loosely contained within the original folio presentation folder, the red coloured morocco leather bound folder featuring a gilded imprint to the front cover of the Third Reich eagle clutching a wreath encircling the Nazi swastika. The inside front and back covers featuring plain vellum sheets enclosed by gilt decorated red coloured morocco leather borders, one of which bears the small imprinted name of the bookbinder Frieda Thiersch. A rare document, and particularly desirable when accompanied by the original presentation folder. A portion of the thin red coloured string tie is also present, although broken and a little frayed at the edges. Some very light, extremely minor age wear to the edges of the document, not affecting the text or signature, the presentation folder with some very light, minor age wear and some rubbing and scuffs to the edges and corners of the leather. About VG Ludwig Schulz (1896-1966) German Generalmajor of the Luftwaffe during World War II. Schulz was awarded the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross whilst a Major and Commander of I./Kampfgeschwader 76 on 16th August 1940, as confirmed by the present document, and, as Generalmajor and Commander of a Kampfgruppe in the Luftkriegsschule he was awarded the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves on 19th February 1945. Kampfgeschwader 76 (KG 76) was one of the few Luftwaffe bomber groups that operated throughout World War II. The three groups of KG 76 supported the German army in the Battle of Belgium and the Battle of France and in July 1940 served in the Battle of Britain and The Blitz until May 1941. On the 13th August 1940, just three days before Schulz was awarded the Knight's Cross, KG 76 bombed RAF Kenley, RAF Debden and RAF Biggin Hill as the Luftwaffe initiated its offensive against Fighter Command with greater determination. Known by the codename of 'Adlertag' ('Eagle Day') the first day of Operation Eagle Attack was not a success for the Luftwaffe and no significant impact was made on Fighter Command's ability to defend British air space. A rare document signed by Hitler during the Battle of Britain. Over 7000 of Nazi Germany's prestigious military decoration denoting bravery and leadership on the battlefield, the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross, were awarded from 1939. However, only a small number of the medals were accompanied by the formal documents and after 1942 the formal award document was discontinued, and recipients received a smaller and less elaborate document. The production of the formal documents was the responsibility of a small team of individuals overseen by Professor Gerdy Troost, who had been commissioned by Hitler, and included the graphic artist Franziska Kobell, Professor Hermann Wandinger and his brother Franz who were jointly responsible for the goldwork and gilding, and Frieda Thiersch, a bookbinder responsible for the design and production of the original binders which accompanied the formal documents. Provenance: From the estate of a deceased British fighter pilot of World War II who later became a senior Royal Air Force commander, attaining the rank of Air Marshal. The airman was given several commands during World War II, his squadrons flying Hawker Hurricanes and Hawker Typhoon fighter bombers, and he was later stationed at RAF Wahn and given a senior role with the Second Tactical Air Force.

A 19th century Chinese bone cricket cage having a pierced dragon lid with scenes of elder and monkey with calligraphy lettering to side. Measures: 10cm high.

An antique 19th century Mongolian child's rattle spinner with calligraphy lettering and applied turquoise and red stones. Enamel bell to top. Please see images. measures: 22cm high.

A gilded intaglio ring, the oval head set across the finger depicting a snake charmer, finger size Q; with a metal ring engraved with calligraphy; a metal ring, the head incised with a cross, evidence of being buried; and another possibly ancient metal ring

Theodore Deck (1823-1891) mosque lamp vase, circa 1860/70, of typical form with bold calligraphy against a cobalt and turquoise blue ground, the neck with roundels of horses, the foot with stylised fleur de lis type roundels, impressed mark, some losses, NOTE: An almost identical vase was sold by Messrs Sotheby's, Paris on Wed 17th November 2004, 35.5 cm (see illustration). CONDITION REPORT: There is a chip to the rim which measures 3.8 cm wide and approximately 12 mm deep. There is an 8.5 cm hairline crack issuing from the base of this chip. There are three further hairline cracks to the rim measuring 2 cm, 2.5 cm and 4 cm. There are two chips to the foot rim measuring 1.6 cm wide x 1.2 cm deep and 1.8 cm wide x 1.6 mm deep, from the latter of which there is a 3 cm hairline crack issuing from the centre. Other than those faults mentioned there appear to be no further obvious faults visible.

A Chinese calligraphy set, early 20th century, containing a tray of coloured pigments above a lower tier fitted for bamboo brushes, mixing bowls and ink stones, the exterior box cloth covering decorated with Wan symbols. CONDITION REPORT: The box edges at the rear are worn and frayed. The left hand side has come loose from the back. The pot apertures are vacant. One mixing pot has two large chunks missing from the side. The compartment dividers in the bottom section are loose but intact. Overall a rather tired example of its type.

Pair of Chinese unusual woven wire work vases with a calligraphy border, each 26cms tall

A Chinese porcelain famille-rose baluster vase, 20th century, painted with three figures in a garden, the reverse with calligraphy, apochryphal iron-red four character Qianlong mark, 20.5cm high.

A Chinese calligraphy set in lacquer box

A fine Victorian illuminated manuscript presentation book by Howard Morton, given to the Rev. Riland in Sutton Coldfield on his retirement by his parishioners, with watercolour illustrations from around Sutton Coldfield church, landscape and town centre. With informative calligraphy text within decorative borders and with list of contributors to the rear. In heavy carved wood cover with metal decorative clasps. Sold together with a limited edition book 'Three Hundred Years of a Family Living' being a history of the Rilands of Sutton Coldfield 1889

A 19th Century Tibetan Iron Octagonal Calligraphy Case. The case inlaid with decorative brass inlay complete with brass and copper fittings, approx 31 cms.

Various volumes and literature relating to fountain pens and calligraphy

Chinese Famille Vert Porcelain Vase. Unsigned. Foliage and Calligraphy decor. Measures 10" H. Domestic Shipping: $72.00

Calligrafia e storia della scrittura. Lotto di 6 opere. Calligraphy and History of Writing. Lot of 6 works.Tra i titoli si segnalano: The lot includes among the others:Bonacini Claudio. Bibliografia delle arti scrittorie e della calligrafia. Firenze: Sansoni Antiquariato, 1953. Andreoli Eliodoro. La scrittura, sua storia dai geroglifici ai nostri dì. Studi comparativi... Milano: Galli e Raimondi, 1884. Casamassima Emanuele. Trattati di scrittura del Cinquecento italiano. Milano: Cartiera Ventura, 1966. Esemplare numerato 1454/2000. Copy no. 1454/2000.

A CHINESE SILVER PIERCED BASKET, with calligraphy and floral motifs stamped base. 11ins long.

A GOOD CHINESE BRONZE CENSER WITH ARABIC CALLIGRAPHY, stamped base. 3ins high.

A FINE QUALITY 19TH CENTURY CHINESE IVORY BRUSHPOT, the sides carved in deep relief with barbed panels of ladies and boys, the panels divided by finely engraved and stained garden scenes including deer and a pheasant, and also engraved with two columns of calligraphy and seals, 2.4in diameter at base & 3.6in high.

A CHINESE BAMBOO BRUSHPOT, with carved calligraphy decoration. 6ins high.

Four early 20th century Chinese silk scrolls - hand-painted flowers and insects, blossom and birds, edged with cream silk brocade, black calligraphy characters and red stamp, framed and glazed, with brass hanging brackets, 100cm x 52cm approximately (4)

Mixed collectables including a hallmarked silver hatpin stand, quantity of vintage silver thrupenny pieces, small brass snuff box, calligraphy type pens and nibs, tin of Songster gramophone needles etc

Carved Chinese White Jade Tiger Plaque. Carving depicting a tiger in a landscape. Three character calligraphy inscription verso. Height: 11 inches. Width: 5.75 inches.

A small multi-facetted tortoise shell veneered snuff bottle with extensive gilt calligraphy, H. 5cm. Prov. J. Rich collection.

ORIENTAL BRASS CALLIGRAPHY CASE AND BRASS INKWELL

An Islamic gilded pottery calligraphy pen box, length 34cm, and pair of matching inkwells (3)

Two sets of six eastern white metal tea spoons, each with stylised handle having Chinese medallions and calligraphy, with a set of three eastern white metal spoons with long novelty bamboo handles, 6oz approx

Extremely large lacquered and painted Chinese brisé fan, decorated with a polychrome dragon upon a gilt ground with calligraphy signature, the fan 90cm long

Chinese school - silkwork picture of two Koi Carp, stitched calligraphy signature, 35 x 24cm, framed

Chinese school - pair of prunus studies, work on rice paper, calligraphy and stamped signature, 98 x 26cm, framed (2)

Watercolour on parchment depicting a man riding a camel. The camel seeming to be made up of various people and a variety of animals. Calligraphy to top and below.

Indian Watercolour handpainted - Calligraphy to top and sides

A Chinese ebonised serving table inset with bronze plaques decorated with calligraphy

A Parker Calligraphy set and one other

Large carved Chinese chop seal with qilin figure, calligraphy to front, 15cm high

An Islamic brass bowl with calligraphy, blacksmith ornament plus metal sundries

Pair of Large Chinese Famille Jaune Porcelain Garden Pots. Calligraphy and bat decoration on imperial yellow ground. Measures 12-5/8" H x 14-1/2" W. Domestic Shipping: Third party Min Est. $500.00 Max Est. $700.00 Condition: Good condition

Oriental items to include a 20th century Chinese bowl decorated with calligraphy to the interior and exterior, 12 2/8" dia, six character mark to base, a carved wood and gilded panel, a 19th century Chinese blue and white baluster vase A/F, a Japanese blue and white bowl and a pair of embroidered slipper shoes, circa 1900