Bronze vase with traditional “Gū” shape. It has a globular body rising on an elongated flared foot and extending towards the wide trumpet-shaped mouth. The decoration shows, on the body and inside, colorful lotuses in bloom arranged between long intertwined branches and framed by two strips of “ruyis”. Both the foot and the neck have mirror decorations starting from a border of “ruyis”, followed by lotuses in bloom adorned with thin branches, between which are interspersed lobed cartouches inscribed with large red bats with outstretched wings accompanied by a Chinese symbol and lotus petals. Each segment of the vase is divided by smooth strips of gold-toned bronze, while the edges of the foot and mouth, also made of gold-toned bronze, have a decorative border of embossed geometric motifs. Qing Dynasty (1644 and 1912).Height: 32 cm- Provenance: Acquired from KUNSTHANDEL KLEFISCH in 2013 (as indicated on the label).- Current French private collection.
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A GEORGE III GILTWOOD AND GESSO WALL MIRROR CIRCA 1770, AFTER DESIGNS BY THOMAS JOHNSON OR MATTHIAS LOCK The two piece plate within moulded slip and cross stretcher surmounted by a figure of a huntsman with rifle and pheasants within a pagoda on "C" scroll foliate supports, above pierced foliate sides in the chinoiserie taste, mounted with figures of hounds, the apron centred by a hare 205cm high, 100cm wide Provenance: Abbotswood House, Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire Grosvenor House Antiques Fair, June 1971, Mallett The combination of Chinese Ho-Ho birds, Rococo scrolls and rocaille carving is a style popularised by Thomas Chippendale in The Gentleman and Cabinet-maker's Director (1754-1762). This 'Chinese Chippendale' style was adopted by many other top London makers of the mid 18th century including Ince & Mayhew, Thomas Johnson and Matthias Lock. A mirror frame design incorporating pagodas and a seated Chinese figure, as seen in the present lot, can be found in Thomas Johnson's Collection of Designs, 1758, plate 32 and One Hundred and Fifty New Designs, 1761. For a related 'Pier Glass' by Ince & Mayhew, see The Universal System of Household Furniture, 1759, Reprint by Alec Tiranti, 1960, plate LXXXII.For a similar mirror of the period, see Christie's, London, Julians Park and Six Private Collections, 8th June 2021, Lot 123 (£37,500). Condition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Various minor splits and chips to frame. Some hairline cracks following the underlying joints of the frame. Some minor old repairs. Including small tack repair to secure the bird in the man's hand. Some chips of loss to carving in places. One slightly larger chip of loss to the carved leaf detail at the top of the cresting. The gilt with areas or rubbing and surface wear throughout. The frame appears to have been cleaned and the gilding sympathetically refreshed in areas overall (but retaining its antique appearance). Any skillfully replaced elements to the frame would be virtually impossible to detect due to the cleaned/ restored finish. Mirror plates with depletion, sparkle and some areas of losses. Mirror in restored/retail condition from when it was last purchased. There is a plywood panel of recent manufacture secured to the reverse of the mirror plate. The underlying panel is therefore not visible and we cannot comment on the originality of the underlying panel. Please refer to additional images for visual reference to condition. Condition Report Disclaimer
A group of 19th Century and later buttons, comprising a pair of glass Bimini buttons, 'Made In England' and plant pot marks to brass backs, 2.3cms, another by Glass Developments, three papier mache inlaid in floral pearl, largest 3.5cms, a rare set of four 'Father Matthew' around bust portrait under glass in gilt frames, 1.2cms, two 19th Century Chinese mixed metal solitaires signed to backs, 2.4cms, another solitaire silver and floral enamel, eleven half ball form buttons set with amethyst coloured stones and four cut border mirror buttons. (28) ) Father Matthew - Theobald Matthew (1790-1856), was an Irish Catholic Priest and teetotalist reformer popularly known as Father Matthew.
A mixed lot, comprising a Chinese embroidery lady's evening bag, 23.5cms, a circular needle work purse, a small painted frame wall mirror with hinged shelf, 33.5cms, a boxed and glazed cloth floral bouquet, 24 x 18cms, three small gilt metal frames, a small framed print or ticket 'A Dinner Given To 12000 persons on Parkers Piece, Cambridge, June 28 - 1838 For The Coronation of Q.V.', 11 x 7.5cms, a pair of kid evening gloves, two single kid gloves, one embroidered, and a pair of small cotton gloves, 17cms. (14) From the collection of Ann Wick
A collection of assorted relief carved wood items, 19th and early 20th century; including five photograph frames, two coasters, three Chinese openwork carved panels, a rectangular panel fitted with a circular mirror, an openwork carved basket, and other items; the largest frame with birds and foliage, 37cm high
Late 19th to early 20th century Chinese Chippendale Revival giltwood wall mirror, the pagoda pediment adorned with hoho bird holding floral garlands in its beak, over a plain mirror plate encased within a series of C-scrolls and trailing foliageDimensions: Height: 169cm Length/Width: 100cm Condition Report:The frame is structurally solid. There are signs of previous breaks and repairs. See images.
A small mixed lot to include a china Bavarian lidded vase, a Capodimonte figure, part of a dressing table set to include a mirror, two brushes and a comb, two modern Chinese style figures, and a model of two young girls titled Midsummer Melody from The Leonardo Collection Location:If there is no condition report shown, please request
A 19th century carved giltwood oval wall mirror, 40 x 35 cm to/w a Chinese yellow ground enamel square dish, a cloisonné cigarette box with plated lining, two cloisonné pin-dishes, a carriage clock, pair of 'pockett' binoculars by Huet et Cie, Egyptian scarab souvenir and a brass powder compact (box)
A Chinese Celadon Jade Belt Hook and Ruji Sceptre Panel, 18th Century Qianlong, the belt hook carved with a salamander and dragon, the ruji sceptre panel carved with peaches, both mounted in gilt metal as a mirror, 9.5ins (24.1cm) Images within attached Dropbox linkhttps://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/36jrzashoazlm7ttsynuo/h?rlkey=j1qt1bxmojfipat3aj1ndndpa&dl=0Dragon buckle measures 12.5cm x 2.7cm (max). The sceptre head measures 11.3cm x 10.3cm (max)The jade appears to be in good condition with no obvious damage/loss/restoration. We are unable to comment on the edge of the sceptre covered by the gilt metal. The gilt metal hand mirror appears to be in good condition.
A Chinese Celadon Jade Belt Hook and Ruji Sceptre Panel, the belt hook carved with a salamander and dragon, the ruji sceptre panel carved with citron and leaves, both mounted in gilt metal as a hairbrush, 8.5ins (21.6cm) Images within attached Dropbox linkhttps://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/36jrzashoazlm7ttsynuo/h?rlkey=j1qt1bxmojfipat3aj1ndndpa&dl=0The brush dragon buckle measures 10cm x 2.3cm (max). The sceptre head measures 11.3cm x 6.7cm (max)The jade appears to be in good condition with no obvious damage/loss/restoration. The gilt metal and brush again appears to be in good condition with no obvious damage/loss/restoration. We are unable to comment on the edge of the sceptre covered by the gilt metal. The gilt metal hand mirror appears to be in good condition.
A vintage Seltzer dispenser by Gazogene Brie, Paris, height 51cm, together with mixed copper and brassware to include three planters, one Arts and Crafts style with hexagonal sides, height 11.5cm, diameter 24cm, a brass table brush and pan, a copper inkwell, height 4cm, diameter 7cm, a brass wall-mounting tantalus with reflective reverse cut mirror to the middle, width 15cm, two brass moulds and a Chinese brass wall charger with dragons and clouds, diameter 31cm.Condition Report: - Please note that this lot is not suitable for our in-house postage service.We would recommend booking a collection slot for this lot or contacting Mailboxes Etc for postage of this lot, their details can be found on https://www.adampartridge.co.uk/services/transport/
A collection of Chinese jades and hardstones and a Japanese ginbari cloisonné-enamel box and cover,18th century - 20th century,Comprising: a silver and white jade hand mirror, with white jade dragon belt hook shaft, with silver mount decorated with bats and the Eight Buddhist Emblems, inset with jadeite cabochons and carved tourmalines, the centre with white jade plaque carved in shallow relief with a boy carrying a vase of flowers on a raft boat, 22cm long overall; a white jade figure of a handler with a monkey on his shoulder, carved from a pale even stone, the details finely fleshed out, 7.5cm high; a soapstone 'dragon' belt hook, 10.7cm long; a spinach jade box and cover carved with butterflies and orchids, 11.8cm long; an agate baluster vase and cover, 16cm high, with wood stand; a rock crystal figure of a sage and deer, 9cm wide; a soapstone screen carved with a dragon and phoenix, 16cm high; and a Japanese ginbari cloisonné-enamel box and cover with silver and gold wire, decorated with a butterfly amongst hydrangea, unmarked, 7.6cm diameter (9)
Meissen Koppchen und Teetasse4-tlg., Meissen, Koppchen und Untertasse mit braunem Fond, um 1750/60, Außenseiten kapuzinerbrauner Fond, innen gerippt und dekoriert mit dem Dekor 'Chinesischer Garten mit Teehaus', H 4 cm, Ø UT 11,7 cm und Teetasse mit Untertasse mit Blümchendekor, um 1755, Außenseiten gerippt und mit hellem gelb-grauem Fond, blauer Blümchendekor, am Rand Gitterbordüre unterbrochen von Blümchenreserven, im Spiegel Medaillon mit Blume, H 4,8 cm, Ø UT 12,7 cm, Zustand B, Alters- und Gebrauchsspuren, Koppchen und Untertasse etwas deformiertMeissen small bowl and teacup4-piece, Meissen, small bowl and saucer with brown ground, c. 1750/60, capuchin brown exterior, ribbed interior and decorated with 'Chinese garden with teahouse', h 4 cm, Ø UT 11.7 cm and teacup with saucer with floral decoration, c. 1755, ribbed exterior with pale yellow-grey ground, blue floral decoration, the rim with lattice border interrupted by floral reserves, the mirror with medallion and flower, h 4.8 cm, Ø saucer 12.7 cm, condition B, signs of age and use, the cup and saucer slightly deformed
NO RESERVEA CHINESE TRAVELLING MIRROR WITH A 'EUROPEAN SUBJECT' REVERSE GLASS PAINTING QING DYNASTY The hardwood cover carved with panels of bats surrounding the character shou, opening to reveal a mirror and a reverse glass painting of a European lady at her toilette, 23.9cm (open). PLEASE NOTE THIS LOT IS TO BE OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE. 注:本拍品不設底價。 Provenance: from an English private collection, Sussex.
A Chinese silver jade and cloisonné gem set circular box and cover, 20th century, composed of two sections with central jade bangle, based impressed mark SILVER, approximately 8.5cm diameter20世紀 掐絲琺瑯嵌翡翠寶石蓋盒 Condition Report: the inner lid with mirror with the silver coating now peelingsome typical wear to silver gilt and scratches to base enamel and cloisonné all presentthe jade bangle with inner surface ground to fit the box Condition Report Disclaimer
A group of seven Chinese bronze mirrors, comprising: two 'lion and grape' circular mirrors, Tang dynasty, one with silvering, 13.2cm and 12.8cm diameter; another square mirror of similar type, Tang dynasty, 11.3cm diameter; a mirror with four longevity characters, Ming dynasty, 15cm; a small silvered mirror with characters, Han dynasty, 9.8cm diameter and two others, Han dynasty, 12.7cm and 12.5cm (7) Provenance: Collected by the current owner on the UK market in the 1980's or early 1990's 漢至唐 青銅鏡一組七件拍品來源:英國紳士私人收藏,購自上世紀八十至九十年代 Condition Report: one damaged all with corrosion and Verdigris Condition Report Disclaimer
An attractive Chinese silk mirror cover, Qing dynasty, late 19th century, finely embroidered with gourds, vines, bats and peaches on a red ground, with green tasselled pelmet, original green lining, overall size including tassels 95cm high x 61.5cm wide Provenance: By Family descentMme Marie Violet who was a private collector circa 1890-1915晚清 緞繡"五福捧壽"鏡屏拍品來源:瑪麗·維奧萊特 (Marie Violet) 女士家族傳承,入藏於1890年至1915年期間 Condition Report: in very good overall conditionCondition Report Disclaimer
A pair of Chinese Famille Rose figural wall vases, Qing dynasty, 19th century, modelled lying on their sides in mirror image, the upper leg drawn up and bottom arm supporting the head, dressed in different pink and turquoise clothing with flower motif, one with headdress, approximately 19cm long, fitted wood stands (2) 清19世紀 粉彩人物壁瓶一對 Condition Report: one with hand missing and chips to both ear lobes and minor glaze flakes and chip to foot the other with head off and now glued and with some filling and end of one hat made up Condition Report Disclaimer
A collection of silver and white metal items. The lot to include a George V hallmarked silver mounted hand vanity mirror with repoussé decoration and central vacant cartouche. Hallmarks partially rubbed. Date letter for 1911. A Chinese silver frog having Chinese mark to foot. A silver plated chatelaine purse. Unmarked. Two cut glass perfume bottles each having hallmarked silver collars. A silver napkin ring, hallmarks rubbed to be illegible. A silver handled nail file. Two silver and mother of pearl flip fruit knives with the larger pen knife being hallmarked for Sheffield 1928 and having makers mark for John Yeomans Cowlishaw. The smaller being hallmarked for Sheffield, 1929 with makers mark for William Needham. To also include a silver fronted easel back picture frame and a button hook. Combined weight approx 700g. Measures approx 6cm x 0.8cm / 23cm x 12.5cm.
A collection of Antique Chinese white metal vanity items. The lot to include a white metal mounted hand vanity mirror. Stamped with makers mark for Wing Nam & Co. To also include a pair of glove stretchers and mount for comb. Both unmarked with tests indicating silver. Each piece having high relief decoration depicting a Chinese dragon. Combined weight approx 570.5g. Measures approx 25cm x 13.5cm (mirror) / 21cm x 4cm.
A Chinese study set, 19th century, of rectangular form, the hinged cover incorporating a paper compartment accessed by a sliding lid, opening to reveal an inset mirror and two tiers with fitted scholar's objects, including brushes, brass boxes and covers, seals and seal paste, ink and inkstone, a bone scale and weights, a suanpan, bone sticks, a hammer and a pick, 26.7cm wide15cm deep11.6cm high清十九世纪 文具盒Condition ReportVery fragile, all sides glued or loose. The lined silk with losses and damages, some fitted items missing, splits to sides of suanpan and one stick damaged with beads loose, brass items with scratches, the red brick with splits and cracks. Knocks to edges, a crack to cover.
LI GUIJUN (B.1964)Getting ReadyOil on canvas, signed in Chinese and dated 1996.11, framed. 80cm high × 80cm wide (31 1/2in high × 31 1/2in wide).Footnotes:李貴君(1964年生) 《靜待》 布面油畫 有框 1996年作 Provenance: Schoeni Art Gallery, Hong KongAn English private collection來源:香港少勵畫廊英國私人收藏Li Guijun, born in 1964 in Beijing, graduated from the Oil Painting Department of the Central Academy of Fine Arts in 1988 with a bachelor's degree. He pursued further studying under the supervision of Jin Shangyi and Yang Feiyun, earning a postgraduate degree from the Central Academy of Fine Arts. He has been acclaimed by critics as a leading figure of the third generation of Chinese Realistic Oil Painting and the New Classical Painting. Li Guijun's artistic focus predominantly centres on female subjects, where he delves into the nuanced spiritual dimensions of women within the realm of oil painting. His figurative works are distinguished by a keen awareness of spatial composition, figurative modelling, and masterful brushwork. In the present lot, a young woman is depicted seated before a mirror, gazing at the reflection of herself, braiding her hair. The facial expression of the girl is tranquil and serene, transcending the clamour of modern life. See a related oil on canvas painting, Holding a Fan, signed by the artist and dated 2000, which was sold by Christie's Hong Kong, 23 November 2014, lot 224For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A pair of Chinese enamelled 'Li Bai' jar coversLate Qing dynastyEach of the domed covers enamelled in mirror image with the liquor-loving poet reclining against rocks and gazing contentedly at his wine cup under the shining moon, 8.5cm diameters (2) (VAT charged on hammer price).清晚期 繪詩仙紋蓋一對Note: Li Bai (701-762) was a Tang dynasty poet, acclaimed both during his life and in the present day as supremely skilled poet, and his poems were models for celebrating the pleasures of friendship, the depth of nature, solitude, and, of course, the joys of drinking wine. Along with his friend Du Fu (712-770), the pair were at the forefront at what is now regarded as the 'Golden Age of Chinese Poetry'.
A 19th century Chinese famille rose tureen (lacking cover), a bronze mirror, a brush pot, a crackle glazed teabowl and a pair of Japanese yellow glazed satsuma jars and covers, tallest 18cm (6) Tureen has both rims re gilded, its handles are also removed with ammeter, obvious restoration to areas where joins would have been. One yellow cover has a large section missing, one small loose piece inside vase, both have fine crazing throughout. Teabowl has shallow chips to rim and is heavily crazed. Bronze piece has several light surface scratches throughout, would benefit from a clean an has patches of green verdigris.
Wang Hing white metal/silver dressing table set Chinese, Export, late 19th/early 20th Centuryall decorated with chrysanthemums, each piece bears hallmark, comprising a hand-held mirror, 27cm, to hand held brushes, one thin narrow brush and a button hook (5) 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 condition report.
A QUANTITY OF PICTURES AND PRINTS ETC, to include a Marjorie Bishop watercolour study of roses, approximate size 35cm x 45cm, a Marjory Brindley watercolour study of wild flowers, two oil on board landscapes signed and dated S.W. Ramsay 1969, two small Chinese paintings on fabric of birds and foliage, a number of modern needlework pictures, small number of prints and a mirror etc
A George III gilt gesso and carved wood wall mirror. In the Chinese Chippendale taste, the galleried pagoda top with scrolls, and waterfalls above a central plate flanked by two small side plates, with two further pagodas with internal steps, the base with a later leaf moulded rail, height 98cm, width 53cm.

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