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Lot 281
An 18th-century Chinese Porcelain Mug, applied with flowers, 13cm high, together with a soapstone and other carvings, two bronze RobinsMug - firing chip forming at the foot, elements of applique lacking, chip to the rim, multiple firing floorsCanton Mug - Large chip to the rim, wear to the paint and gildingPair of vases - Modern good conditionMatch Box Holder - Extensive repair and crazingSoap Stone carvings with multiple losses
Lot 39
A rare Meissen underglaze-blue decorated ovoid jug, circa 1730Painted in underglaze-blue with chinoiserie landscape vignettes of rockwork and flowering shrubs and a building amidst rolling hills and trees, scattered insects and a bird in flight above, 17.8cm high, pseudo-Chinese character in underglaze-blueFootnotes:Only three similar ovoid jugs decorated in underglaze-blue are recorded: two in the porcelain collection in Dresden (Meissener Blaumalerei aus drei Jahrhunderten (1989), nos. 53 and 54; the first (no. 53), acquired in 1890 from the Carl Spitzner Collection, Dresden, is also marked with a pseudo-Chinese character and is painted with a chinoiserie figure and plants; the second is decorated after a Japanese Kakiemon pattern). The third example is in the Henry Arnhold Collection, New York (M. Cassidy-Geiger, The Arnhold Collection of Meissen Porcelain 1710-50 (2008), no. 165).For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 866
A Chinese blue and white porcelain bowlwith endless knot mark to base, the bowl with everted rim and circular foot, painted with five bats around two pomegranates, the exterior with floral scroll decoration, 7 3/8in. (18.75cm.) diameter, 2 3/8in. (6cm.) high, glued repair to rim; together with a coral glazed covered beaker, 20th century, with blue & white foliate borders, single character mark to base, 4 ½in. (11.5cm.) high. (2). *Bowl: Two pieces broken off rim. Chip to inside of foot rim. - Beaker: Very good, with No faults.
Lot 883
A pair of Chinese export porcelain famille rose elephant candle holders second half 20th century, the two elephants with iron red saddles and turquoise saddle cloths painted with peonies and leafy scrolls, each supporting a gu shaped candle holder painted with flowers and lappet and foliate borders, 10 1/8in. (25.7cm.) high, each with lacquered wood stand. (4) *Good condition, with no damage.
Lot 993
A large collection of miniature Chinese part-glazed biscuit porcelain figures late 20th century, over 50 pieces, including pagodas, towers, bridges and other buildings, groups of figures, punts and single figures, birds and animals, polychrome glazed, the largest 9cm. high, the smallest 1.5cm., minor losses. (qty)
Lot 1045
A large Chinese blue and white porcelain fish bowl 19th / early 20th century, painted with seven boys in a fenced garden, on the shores of a lake, above a band of lappets to the base, a band of clouds and leafy scrolls below the rim, the flattened rim painted with floral diaper decoration, 13 3/8in. (34cm.) high, 15 3/8in. (39cm.) diameter. *A number of burst glaze bubbles and flaws, and kiln dust & rust spots to glaze throughout. Some glaze scratching to the exterior.
Lot 1046
A large Chinese famille rose verte porcelain fish bowl probably 19th century, circular form, painted with two peacocks and other birds and a prunus tree issuing from rockwork, amidst various flowers including peonies and chrysanthemums, below a band with four small reserves with mountain landscapes, the eight auspicous Buddhistic symbols and flowering vines, slimmer diaper and toothed floral and foliate bands above, the base with a band of red flower heads on a diaper ground, 15½in. (39.5cm.) high, 18in. (45.75cm.) diameter, extensively broken and repaired; with a later hardwood stand. (2) *The bowl has been extensively broken and glued and stapled back together, with some large chips from the breaks to two points on the rim and some chips and smaller flakes missing from along the breaks to the exterior. The interior and the base have been extensively overpainted with pale blue paint, with heavy flaking to this paint around and above the base inside the bowl.
Lot 1133
A small group of Chinese coral glazed porcelain 20th century, including a covered dish, painted with a gilt landscape, printed red seal marks.5½in. (14cm.) high; a similar bowl, lacks cover; five tea bowls; and a teapot with scratch incised foliate spray and calligraphy, 4in. (10.2cm.) high; together with an octagonal famille rose export pedestal dish; two Korean celadon glaze wine cups painted with cranes in flight; six modern Chinese blue and white bowls; and a pair of modern Chinese famille rose plates. (19) *All coral pieces with some gilt wear. - Coral covered bowl: A few tiny chips to inside edge of bowl and cover. - Coral bowl: Good, with slight wear to decoration to rim. - Coral tea bowls: One with a couple of tiny glaze frits to rim. Otherwise good. - Coral teapot: Glaze chip to rim of teapot. Otherwise good. - Famille rose octagonal: Several small rim chips. - B&W bowls: Good condition - Pair famille rose plates: Good condition
Lot 1165
A pair of Chinese export porcelain famille rose plates late 18th century, painted with a jardiniere of flowers and peonies, 8 7/8in. (22.5cm.) diameter; together with a famille rose bowl, with iron red endless knot mark and incised single character mark, painted with various flowers, the interior with a roundel of peaches and leaves, 7½in. (19cm.) diameter; and a quantity of small famille rose dishes and saucers, most with 'lotus pond' decoration, late 19th / early 20th century, some pieces with faults. (17) *Pair plates: One with three restored chips/hairlines to rim. The other with a hairline to rim. Both with some wear to decoration. - Bowl: Good condition, with some glaze rubbing to interior. - Saucers: Five in good condition. One (with underglaze blue line to rim) with heavy flaking to painted decoration. One with large rim chip. Two with smaller glaze frits to rim and one of these with some flaking from enamel. Small dishes: Two with no damage but some wear to decoration. One with large rim chip, one with two rim chips. The last with one tiny frit to rim.
Lot 120
A Chinese porcelain dragon dish, Qianlong mark and period. Under-glazed blue and yellow-enamelled, the centre painted with a dragon leaping in pursuit of the flaming pearl, the border and reverse similarly decorated, the decoration in yellow on a ground, Qianlong mark in underglaze blue, height 4.5cm, diameter 25cm. The vendors grandfather Reginald Glanvill was a Major and ships surgeon during WW2. Prior to the war in the 1930's he was a doctor at his own practice in Putney, London. Prior to this he was House Surgeon to Sir Arthur Hurst at New Lodge Clinic in Windsor Forest. He was a young doctor at the time and just out of medical school. That was his first job. Many of his patients were wealthy and he was gifted the Chinese dish whilst at his practice in Putney.This wonderful, striking dish has previously been broken and thence professionally restored. This is most evident to the base of the item. There are nibbles to the edges of the plate. Despite the previous breakage, the colour remains vibrant and rich. Extra images in natural light now on our website www.davidlay.co.uk
Lot 13
China interest. A collection of early 20th century postcards. Over 40 postcards, some inscribed and sent by Leach to family and friends whilst in Shanghai.(40+)Provenance: From the estate of William Arthur Blackburn Leach.DOB: 2nd Jan 1872.Leach was born in Norwich where he attended a local grammar school, later becoming an apprentice carpenter and engineer. In 1902 after he had qualified, he went to China where he obtained a position in the Public Works Department of the Shanghai Municipal Council. He spent his working life in Shanghai until he left in 1926.During his time in China he held interests in a Christian Mission school and helped to support street children.He seized every opportunity to visit other parts of China and took thousands of photographs. He purchased widely on his travels, particularly woodcarvings, bronzes, traditional kimonos, paintings and porcelain. He treasured silver items and bought much to take home. He travelled home at least four times during his stay in China and these return visits were round-the-world trips in which he travelled through and visited Europe, Russia, the Middle East, Egypt and The Holy Land, the Far East, Canada and USA.On his return to the UK he lived in Northampton where he was a lay preacher and a local councillor. He gave a great many talks on his experiences in China and the many other Countries he had visited.He died in 1962.We believe 19 to be Chinese. All these postcards are unmounted and good vintage condition.
Lot 131
A Chinese famille rose porcelain double gourd vase, circa 1760. With twin handles and decorated with bats, deer and fish, old paper label to reverse, height 18cm, width 9cm, depth 8.5cm.No breaks or chips. Wear to the gilding and some scratches to the enamel. Generally good. Extra images on our website www.davidlay.co.uk
Lot 138
A Chinese porcelain teapot, Qianlong mark, 18th/19th century. The turquoise body with painted enamel floral decoration and famille verte panels enclosing floral sprays, bamboo and animals, height 22.5cm, width 14cm, depth 6cm.Damage to the cover. Extra images of this on our website www.davidlay.co.uk
Lot 144
A Chinese porcelain teapot, mid 18th century. .With applied floral and leaf decoration, height 12cm, length 16cm, depth 9.5cm.The pot has two hairlines each has a single rivet and one has a lead repair. Various damages to the applied decoration.The lid is damaged and repaired with replaced finial
Lot 15
A Chinese burl wood rectangular box, 19th century. With metal mounts and handles, height 10.5cm, width 30cm, depth 15cm.Provenance: From the estate of William Arthur Blackburn Leach.DOB: 2nd Jan 1872.Leach was born in Norwich where he attended a local grammar school, later becoming an apprentice carpenter and engineer. In 1902 after he had qualified, he went to China where he obtained a position in the Public Works Department of the Shanghai Municipal Council. He spent his working life in Shanghai until he left in 1926.During his time in China he held interests in a Christian Mission school and helped to support street children.He seized every opportunity to visit other parts of China and took thousands of photographs. He purchased widely on his travels, particularly woodcarvings, bronzes, traditional kimonos, paintings and porcelain. He treasured silver items and bought much to take home. He travelled home at least four times during his stay in China and these return visits were round-the-world trips in which he travelled through and visited Europe, Russia, the Middle East, Egypt and The Holy Land, the Far East, Canada and USA.On his return to the UK he lived in Northampton where he was a lay preacher and a local councillor. He gave a great many talks on his experiences in China and the many other Countries he had visited.He died in 1962.
Lot 153
Two Chinese porcelain prunus pattern vases, late 19th century. Height 20.5cm, width 7.5cm, two Chinese prunus pattern ginger jars, (one cover lacking) height 14.5cm, diameter 12cm and a Chinese blue and white porcelain baluster vase, height 15cm, width 7.5cm. (5)The ginger jars show sign of restoration to the lip and age-related marks to the base. One of the prunus vases has a 1cm chip to the lip and nibbles to the base are evident on both. The baluster vase also has a 1cm chip to the lip.
Lot 16
A Chinese painted scroll, early 20th century. Depicting two bearded men in a rocky landscape and standing beneath a tree, length 161cm, width 43cm.Provenance: From the estate of William Arthur Blackburn Leach.DOB: 2nd Jan 1872.Leach was born in Norwich where he attended a local grammar school, later becoming an apprentice carpenter and engineer. In 1902 after he had qualified, he went to China where he obtained a position in the Public Works Department of the Shanghai Municipal Council. He spent his working life in Shanghai until he left in 1926.During his time in China he held interests in a Christian Mission school and helped to support street children.He seized every opportunity to visit other parts of China and took thousands of photographs. He purchased widely on his travels, particularly woodcarvings, bronzes, traditional kimonos, paintings and porcelain. He treasured silver items and bought much to take home. He travelled home at least four times during his stay in China and these return visits were round-the-world trips in which he travelled through and visited Europe, Russia, the Middle East, Egypt and The Holy Land, the Far East, Canada and USA.On his return to the UK he lived in Northampton where he was a lay preacher and a local councillor. He gave a great many talks on his experiences in China and the many other Countries he had visited.He died in 1962.This scroll has no tears and no restoration. It has creasing and widespread faint foxing
Lot 173
A Chinese famille rose porcelain bowl, 20th century. With spurious paper label, the pink enamelled floral decorated ground with four roundels enclosing foliage, with blue and white interior, height 6.7cm, diameter 15cm.Some loss of decoration to the edge, though this may have been natural in the decoration process. No other condition issues.
Lot 18
Twelve Chinese lithograph scrolls, early-mid 20th century. various subjects, largest size 209 x 58cm. (12)Provenance: From the estate of William Arthur Blackburn Leach.DOB: 2nd Jan 1872.Leach was born in Norwich where he attended a local grammar school, later becoming an apprentice carpenter and engineer. In 1902 after he had qualified, he went to China where he obtained a position in the Public Works Department of the Shanghai Municipal Council. He spent his working life in Shanghai until he left in 1926.During his time in China he held interests in a Christian Mission school and helped to support street children.He seized every opportunity to visit other parts of China and took thousands of photographs. He purchased widely on his travels, particularly woodcarvings, bronzes, traditional kimonos, paintings and porcelain. He treasured silver items and bought much to take home. He travelled home at least four times during his stay in China and these return visits were round-the-world trips in which he travelled through and visited Europe, Russia, the Middle East, Egypt and The Holy Land, the Far East, Canada and USA.On his return to the UK he lived in Northampton where he was a lay preacher and a local councillor. He gave a great many talks on his experiences in China and the many other Countries he had visited.He died in 1962.Extra images have been added showing minor condition issues
Lot 180
A Chinese famille verte porcelain dragon bowl, 19th century. Decorated with dragons chasing the flaming pearl, four character Kangxi marks, height 9.7cm, diameter 25.5cm.The rim has has a large area of restoration. Overpainted on the restored area to the exterior of the bowl. Another smaller area of restoration on the rim. Small rim chip. Glaze pitting in areas. See images online with www.davidlay.co.uk
Lot 19
A large Chinese painted scroll, early 20th century. Depicting koi carp and seaweed, 247 x 83cm, image size 132 x 65cm.Provenance: From the estate of William Arthur Blackburn Leach.DOB: 2nd Jan 1872.Leach was born in Norwich where he attended a local grammar school, later becoming an apprentice carpenter and engineer. In 1902 after he had qualified, he went to China where he obtained a position in the Public Works Department of the Shanghai Municipal Council. He spent his working life in Shanghai until he left in 1926.During his time in China he held interests in a Christian Mission school and helped to support street children.He seized every opportunity to visit other parts of China and took thousands of photographs. He purchased widely on his travels, particularly woodcarvings, bronzes, traditional kimonos, paintings and porcelain. He treasured silver items and bought much to take home. He travelled home at least four times during his stay in China and these return visits were round-the-world trips in which he travelled through and visited Europe, Russia, the Middle East, Egypt and The Holy Land, the Far East, Canada and USA.On his return to the UK he lived in Northampton where he was a lay preacher and a local councillor. He gave a great many talks on his experiences in China and the many other Countries he had visited.He died in 1962.
Lot 194
A Chinese celadon vase, 19th century. Height 35cm, width 16.5cm, a Chinese famille rose vase, 20th century, with four character mark, height 19cm, another Chinese famille rose vase, with calligraphy, 20th century, height 36.5cm, two Chinese ginger jars and a Japanese square form enamelled porcelain vase, 20th century. (6)The celadon vase and calligraphy vase each have damage to the top. The Japanese square for vase has damage to footrim.
Lot 20
A large Chinese painted scroll, early 20th century. Depicting a seated dignitary, 212 x 79cm, image size 107 x 60cm.Provenance: From the estate of William Arthur Blackburn Leach.DOB: 2nd Jan 1872.Leach was born in Norwich where he attended a local grammar school, later becoming an apprentice carpenter and engineer. In 1902 after he had qualified, he went to China where he obtained a position in the Public Works Department of the Shanghai Municipal Council. He spent his working life in Shanghai until he left in 1926.During his time in China he held interests in a Christian Mission school and helped to support street children.He seized every opportunity to visit other parts of China and took thousands of photographs. He purchased widely on his travels, particularly woodcarvings, bronzes, traditional kimonos, paintings and porcelain. He treasured silver items and bought much to take home. He travelled home at least four times during his stay in China and these return visits were round-the-world trips in which he travelled through and visited Europe, Russia, the Middle East, Egypt and The Holy Land, the Far East, Canada and USA.On his return to the UK he lived in Northampton where he was a lay preacher and a local councillor. He gave a great many talks on his experiences in China and the many other Countries he had visited.He died in 1962.The background paper has been torn at each end. The work itself is undamaged and unrepaired but does have some creasing, foxing and browning caused by the mounting paper
Lot 200
A Chinese famille rose porcelain teapot, mid 18th century. Of Meissen shape form, height 9.5cm, length 17.5cm, diameter 9cm and a Chinese famille rose porcelain bowl, height 4cm, diameter 8.5cm. (2)3/4cm chip to the rim of the bowl. Larger chip to the edge of the teapot and a restored crack to the handle.
Lot 21
A Chinese cigarette advertising calendar, early 20th century. Comprising of four pages and decorated with river and landscape scenes, 36 x 46cm, unframed. Provenance: From the estate of William Arthur Blackburn Leach.DOB: 2nd Jan 1872.Leach was born in Norwich where he attended a local grammar school, later becoming an apprentice carpenter and engineer. In 1902 after he had qualified, he went to China where he obtained a position in the Public Works Department of the Shanghai Municipal Council. He spent his working life in Shanghai until he left in 1926.During his time in China he held interests in a Christian Mission school and helped to support street children.He seized every opportunity to visit other parts of China and took thousands of photographs. He purchased widely on his travels, particularly woodcarvings, bronzes, traditional kimonos, paintings and porcelain. He treasured silver items and bought much to take home. He travelled home at least four times during his stay in China and these return visits were round-the-world trips in which he travelled through and visited Europe, Russia, the Middle East, Egypt and The Holy Land, the Far East, Canada and USA.On his return to the UK he lived in Northampton where he was a lay preacher and a local councillor. He gave a great many talks on his experiences in China and the many other Countries he had visited.He died in 1962.The front page foxed and discoloured with stains. All have creased corners. Slight tearing to the edges.
Lot 22
A Chinese cigarette advertising calendar, early 20th century. 'Printed at the Commercial Press', 82 x 58cm.Provenance: From the estate of William Arthur Blackburn Leach.DOB: 2nd Jan 1872.Leach was born in Norwich where he attended a local grammar school, later becoming an apprentice carpenter and engineer. In 1902 after he had qualified, he went to China where he obtained a position in the Public Works Department of the Shanghai Municipal Council. He spent his working life in Shanghai until he left in 1926.During his time in China he held interests in a Christian Mission school and helped to support street children.He seized every opportunity to visit other parts of China and took thousands of photographs. He purchased widely on his travels, particularly woodcarvings, bronzes, traditional kimonos, paintings and porcelain. He treasured silver items and bought much to take home. He travelled home at least four times during his stay in China and these return visits were round-the-world trips in which he travelled through and visited Europe, Russia, the Middle East, Egypt and The Holy Land, the Far East, Canada and USA.On his return to the UK he lived in Northampton where he was a lay preacher and a local councillor. He gave a great many talks on his experiences in China and the many other Countries he had visited.He died in 1962.Very torn and creased.
Lot 23
A Chinese advertising calendar, early 20th century. Entitled 'THE VENUS FIRE AND MARINE INSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED', coloured and decorated with a river scene, rolled with severe fold line, 61 x 91cm, unframed. Provenance: From the estate of William Arthur Blackburn Leach.DOB: 2nd Jan 1872.Leach was born in Norwich where he attended a local grammar school, later becoming an apprentice carpenter and engineer. In 1902 after he had qualified, he went to China where he obtained a position in the Public Works Department of the Shanghai Municipal Council. He spent his working life in Shanghai until he left in 1926.During his time in China he held interests in a Christian Mission school and helped to support street children.He seized every opportunity to visit other parts of China and took thousands of photographs. He purchased widely on his travels, particularly woodcarvings, bronzes, traditional kimonos, paintings and porcelain. He treasured silver items and bought much to take home. He travelled home at least four times during his stay in China and these return visits were round-the-world trips in which he travelled through and visited Europe, Russia, the Middle East, Egypt and The Holy Land, the Far East, Canada and USA.On his return to the UK he lived in Northampton where he was a lay preacher and a local councillor. He gave a great many talks on his experiences in China and the many other Countries he had visited.He died in 1962.A heavy crease with tears down the left hand side. Creased throughout with paper discolouration. Small edge tears.
Lot 24
A Chinese cigarette advertising calendar, early 20th century. Entitled 'New Year's Eve Congratulations, Cao Yin and Qin Yong', coloured and depicting a flower girl, 106 x 38cm.Provenance: From the estate of William Arthur Blackburn Leach.DOB: 2nd Jan 1872.Leach was born in Norwich where he attended a local grammar school, later becoming an apprentice carpenter and engineer. In 1902 after he had qualified, he went to China where he obtained a position in the Public Works Department of the Shanghai Municipal Council. He spent his working life in Shanghai until he left in 1926.During his time in China he held interests in a Christian Mission school and helped to support street children.He seized every opportunity to visit other parts of China and took thousands of photographs. He purchased widely on his travels, particularly woodcarvings, bronzes, traditional kimonos, paintings and porcelain. He treasured silver items and bought much to take home. He travelled home at least four times during his stay in China and these return visits were round-the-world trips in which he travelled through and visited Europe, Russia, the Middle East, Egypt and The Holy Land, the Far East, Canada and USA.On his return to the UK he lived in Northampton where he was a lay preacher and a local councillor. He gave a great many talks on his experiences in China and the many other Countries he had visited.He died in 1962.Creases but generally good.
Lot 25
A Chinese cigarette advertising calendar, early 20th century. Entitled 'New Year's Eve Congratulations, BAT Limited company', coloured and decorated with a girl seated on a window sill,105 x 38cm.Footnote: These types of calendars were commissioned by BAT and given to their customers as a form of advertising for their cigarette brands after they had purchased a certain number of cigarettes.Provenance: From the estate of William Arthur Blackburn Leach.DOB: 2nd Jan 1872.Leach was born in Norwich where he attended a local grammar school, later becoming an apprentice carpenter and engineer. In 1902 after he had qualified, he went to China where he obtained a position in the Public Works Department of the Shanghai Municipal Council. He spent his working life in Shanghai until he left in 1926.During his time in China he held interests in a Christian Mission school and helped to support street children.He seized every opportunity to visit other parts of China and took thousands of photographs. He purchased widely on his travels, particularly woodcarvings, bronzes, traditional kimonos, paintings and porcelain. He treasured silver items and bought much to take home. He travelled home at least four times during his stay in China and these return visits were round-the-world trips in which he travelled through and visited Europe, Russia, the Middle East, Egypt and The Holy Land, the Far East, Canada and USA.On his return to the UK he lived in Northampton where he was a lay preacher and a local councillor. He gave a great many talks on his experiences in China and the many other Countries he had visited.He died in 1962.Heavy creases. Foxing on the calendar.
Lot 250
Six Asian sale auction catalogues. Including 'Sothebys 1969 Catalogue of Chinese Snuff Bottles', 'Sothebys The Malcolm Collection 1977', 'Sothebys Important Chinese Porcelain 1974', 'Important Oriental Ceramic Society 1983-1984' and two 'S. Marchant & Son Recent Acquisitions Catalogues dated 2002 and 2004'. (11)No condition issues
Lot 263
A Chinese famille rose porcelain bowl, 18th century. The cartouches enclosing hunting scenes, height 10cm, diameter 23cm.There is a hairline crack running from the rim to the well of the bowl. Wear to the interior enamel decoration. The exterior has some wear to the gilding and some scratches to enamel. Pitted glaze marks.
Lot 267
A Chinese Canton vase, 19th century. Height 23cm, width width 11cm, a Chinese celadon plate, 19th century, diameter 18.5cm and a Chinese export blue and white porcelain tankard, 18th century, with detached dragon form handle, height 13.3cm, diameter 11cm. (3)Handle of tankard broken off. Chips beneath top rim of vase.
Lot 276
A Chinese famille verte porcelain comport, 19th century. With painted enamel decoration of peaches and leaves to the interior, the exterior of the bowl with flowering trees, height 10.5cm, diameter 20cm.From a Private Collection, purchased from a Country House Sale, Devon, mid 1980s.one area of damage and repair on top rim with hairline running from this area.
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