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An 18thC Chinese export armorial porcelain Sucrier, the twin twist handle flanking central monogram, enclosed within deep blue and gilt bands, foliate knop finial to cover, H 15cm, together with a Chinese export Saucer, D 14cm, decorated in similar manner and a Jug also similar, restored handle, H 12cm (3)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A pair of 18thC Chinese rose imari porcelain Plates, decorated to the well with flower basket and enclosed within scale border, one chipped, the other with hairline cracks, D 22.4cm, together with an early 18thC Chinese blue and white Squat Vase, restoration to neck, concentric circle mark to base, H 10.5cm (3)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A 19thC Chinese famille rose porcelain Charger, decorated in colourful enamels with equestrian scene, staple repair, D 36cm, together with a Chinese blue and white Charger, D32cm, also repaired and another (3)

A pair of early 20th century Chinese blue and white porcelain prunus Temple Jars, decorated in typical fashion with deep blue colouration, concentric circle mark to base, covers with knop finial, H 40cm (2)

A Chinese yellow glass and enamel Snuff Bottle, with moulded relief depicting leaping frog on lily pad, four character apocryphal mark to base for Qianlong, H 8.5cm, together with a Chinese porcelain Snuff Bottle, of cafe-au-lait ground, with depiction of prunus tree, H 9cm, together with two 20thC Chinese porcelain Snuff Bottles (4)

A quantity of mid 18thC Chinese famille rose porcelain Plates, to comprise a pair decorated to the well with ornate flower basket within fish and foliate border, hairline emanating from rim, the other broken, D 22.9cm, together with a Charger, with floral decoration verso, minor chips to rim, D 28.5cm, four further, each decorated with central floral basket, damages to each, the smallest: D 22.5cm (7)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A quantity of decorative Chinese pottery Figures, comprising six early 20thC depictions of Elders, together with nine further pottery Elders, the smallest H 12cm and the tallest H 27cm (15)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

An antique Chinese blue and white porcelain Plate, of octagonal form, with concentric circle mark verso, D 16cm, together with a matched pair of 19thC Chinese Plates, D 21cm, and another with pictorial Kangxi mark verso (4)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

An 18thC Chinese porcelain blue and white Saucer, finely decorated in foliage, D 13.8cm, together with a Chinese porcelain Plate, of octagonal form, restored, D 16cm, a shipwreck-type blue and white Plate, another two further blue and white Dishes of smaller size (5)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A Chinese stained softwood altar Table, scrolled top above two cupboard doors flanked by small square drawers to either side, with pierced and carved foliate edges, W 115 cm x H 79 cm x D 41 cm. Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A large antique Japanese bronze Censer, of large proportions, with embossed scenes and flora, raised on tripod feet, D 54cm (57cm with handles) x H 31cm.Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

An 18thC Chinese export porcelain Sparrow Beak Jug, decorated in underglaze blues and overglaze reds, with cover, H 13.5cm, together with a Chinese famille verte and iron red Saucer, D 14cm, another of similar palette with pictorial Kangxi mark verso, D 13cm, a Chinese famille verte Teabowl, with a pair of Wucai palette modern Vases, an 18thC Chinese blue and white Charger and another large antique Chinese Charger Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A late 19thC Chinese canton famille rose porcelain baluster Vase, of large proportions, decorated profusely in colourful enamels of intertwining foliage, with central depictions of floral basket, flanked by two figures interspersed by fan panel, with dragon bodies in relief crawling toward the neck, showing two further depictons of figures, interspersed by mythical bird handle, moulded rim, damaged to body with an impressive 72-staple repair, H 60cm.Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A pair of 20thC Chinese porcelain blue and white prunus Vases, of shouldered form and flared rim, four character mark to base, H 19.5cm together with a pair of Chinese blue and white Vases, decorated in exotic birds, damaged to rim, H 21cm and a Chinese blue and white Vase and Cover, H 28cm (5)

An antique Chinese blue and white Vase, lacking cover, decorated in underglaze foliage, restored neck, H 22cm, together with a Chinese blue and white Dragon chasing the Pearl, a Chinese shipwreck type Bowl, repaired, a Chinese blue and white Teabowl and a similar Saucer (5)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A large antique Chinese porcelain powder blue Temple Jar, in the Kangxi style, decorated in overglaze gilt depictions of butterflies, birds, etc. damaged and repaired heavily, with cover and recumbent Lion finial, chips to lid, H 41cm.Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A quantity of Chinese hardwood Stands, of varying ages, sizes and shapes, one with inset stone top, also glazed examples, plate stands, etc. (a lot)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A quantity of decorative Japanese pottery and porcelain Wares, to comprise a large 20thC Japanese Satsuma pot-pourri Urn, with foo dog Handles, H, together with another large pot-pourri Urn, H, a pair of orange ground cylindrical Vases, also with a pair of Kutani double-gourd Vases, etc. (13)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

An antique Japanese imari palette Vase, the underglaze blue profusely decorated with colourful medallions, flora and fauna, of baluster form with cylindrical neck, underglaze blue two character mark to base, H 30cm.Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

An antique Chinese blue and white Charger, underglaze decorations of leaves and flowers, D 28cm, together with a Chinese square Dish, with four character mark verso, 19cm x 19cm, and another square dish (3)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

An early 20thC Chinese porcelain Jardiniere, decorated in famille verte palette, with various depictions of floral baskets interspersed by green borders, heavily restored D 39cm x H 34cmProvenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A Chinese double walled reticulated Vase, of baluster form, in ochre ground with blue and green colouration, intricately reticulated, restored to neck and rim, six character mark to base for Kangxi, H 31.5cm.Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A 19thC Chinese porcelain blue and white Tureen, of lobed circular form, profusely decorated in blues of foliage and fauna, gilded handles and finial, repaired, D 18cm x H 10cm.Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A 19th century hand painted gilt and black lacquer chinoiserie jewellery Cabinet, of small proportions, pair of panelled doors enclosing five drawers with turned ivory handles, decorated throughout with gilt scenes of figures, each drawer with Chinese makers mark to back, with some damage to tops and edges, see images, W 34 cm x H 39.5 cm x D 19 cm.  DEFRA Ivory Act submission ref: CXENLXLLProvenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A Chinese Nanking Cargo blue and white porcelain Saucer, of underglaze decoration, D 13cm, together with a matched set of four further Nanking type Saucers, D 12cm and a very small famille rose Dish (6)

A 19thC Chinese famille verte porcelain Teabowl, decorated in prunus and fauna interspersing figures supporting large ornamental vases, with concentric circles and apocryphal Kangxi mark to base, D 10.3cm x H 6cm, together with another Chinese Teabowl and Saucer, of lobed form, restored, D 11cm x H 4.5cm (2)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A small quantity of antiques Chinese blanc de chine porcelain Wares, to comprise a lobed Bowl with relief work floral decoration, H 6cm, a lobed Bowl raised on relief prunus, H 5.5cm, a Spill Vase modelled with a crane, H 15.5cm, two Dogs of Foo and a small Bowl with relief floral border, H 4.8cm (6)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

An antique Chinese rosewood side Table, the rectangular top with carved bamboo style edges, tiered asymmetrical shelves below, on splayed cylindrical feet, W 63 cm x H 74 cm x D 35 cm. Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A large Chinese blue and white prunus Bottle Vase, the globular body with slim tapering neck, small hairline emanating from rim, H 45cm.Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

An unusual 19thC Chinese export porcelain Teacup and Saucer, decorated with a painted scene enclosed within cobalt blue border, Saucer: D 14cm, together with a quantity of other Chinese Teawares, comprising two lobed hexagonal Teabowls, decorated with gilt and iron red, a celadon Teacup, a famille verte Teabowl etc. (12)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A small Chinese carved hardwood and pink marble Plant Stand, circa 1900, moulded top above foliate carved frieze, raised on claw ball feet, W 42 cm x H 48 cm x D 42 cm.Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A Chinese hardwood snuff bottle display wall Cabinet, with asymmetrical shelves and bamboo style edges, W 50 cm x H 58 cm x D 11 cm. Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

An 18thC Chinese famille verte Plate, of large proportions, decorated with central flower basket motif enclosed within alternating foliate panels, character mark verso, D 36cm, damaged and restored, together with three other 18thC Chinese famille verte Plates, of smaller sizes, each one decorated to the well with flower basket motif, damages to all, the smallest D 22cm (4)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A 19thC Chinese porcelain Cup and Saucer, of moulded form with overpainted decoration, together with a quantity of Chinese famille rose Wares, comprising two saucers, a Pot lacking Cover, Leaf shaped Pin Dish and a Mug (6)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

An unusual Chinese porcelain ruby ground Saucer, probably Yongzheng, interspersed with overglaze blue floral morifs, D 11.7cm, together with another of similar style, late 19thC, D 11.6cm (2)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A late 19thC Chinese famille rose porcelain bottle Vase, decorated unusually with gilded scene, H 17.5cm, together iwth another 19thC Chinese famille rose bottle Vase, decorated in typical style with restoration to neck, H 23.5cm, together with a pair of early 20thC famille rose Candlesticks, H 22cm and a Chinese famille rose Plate (5)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A Chinese carved hardwood opium / coffee Table, top set with rectangular panel, above scrolled and pierced frieze, raised on curved supports, W 104.5 cm x H 34 cm x D 44 cm, together with a small rectangular Chinese hardwood table top Plant Stand, W 62 cm x H 14.5 cm x D 30.5 cm, and another smilaur, missing its top(3)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A late 18thC Chinese mandarin palette Punch Bowl, decorated in colouful flora enamels within orange scale border, central depiction of vase containing flowers, restored, D 28.3cm x H 12.5cm.Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

An antique Chinese hardwood Plant Stand, square top above carved foliate frieze, raised on bamboo style legs, underside of top with Chinese character marking, W 34.5 cm x H 94 cm x D 34.5 cm. Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

An Anglo-Indian carved hardwood folding Stand, possibly a folding Quran stand (Qur'an or Koran), W 59 cm x H 72 cm x D 39.5 cm.Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A quantity of early 20thC and later Japanese Seto Wares, to comprise Ginger Jars, Vases, Teacups and Saucers, etc. approximately (a lot)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A large quantity of antique and later Chinese hardwood Stands, of varying sizes, shapes and styles, including one metal example, finely carved examples, etc. (a lot)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A 20thC Japanese kutani double-gourd Vase, of slim shape, decorated in typical palette, one with staple repair, iron red character mark to base, H 33cm, together with another a pair of Japanese kutani Bottle Vases, of bulbous base and slender neck, cut down, H 33.5cm, a kutani Pot and Cover, a kutani shouldered Vase, and a reticulated pot-pourri Basket (6)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A Chinese peach bloom-type Brush Washer, of globular squat form, with indecipherable blue markings to base, D 12cm x H 6.5cm.Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A large Chinese porcelain Lamp, in the shape of a bottle vase depicting floral, H 66 cm, together with a pair of small Chinese porcelain Lamps in a similar style(3)

A 19thC Chinese porcelain famille rose Plate, moulded edge, decorated in colourful enamels, D 23cm, together with three modern Chinese Vases of small size and three interior painted Snuff Bottles (7)

A 19thC Chinese porcelain mandarin palette Teapot, of tapering cylindrical form, with scale decoration, cross over handles, cracked, gilded finial, H 13.5cm.Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A 19thC Chinese famille rose Bowl, decorated in colourful enamels of exotic birds amongst flora, D 11.8cm x H 6.5cm, together with another Chinese famille rose Bowl, D 10.2cm, restored, an antique Chinese blue and white Bowl, D 12.8cm, together with another with character mark to base (4)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

An unusual 19thC Chinese monochrome twin-handled Vase, of lime green colour, baluster form, some faults and hairline from rim, H 33cm, together with a Chinese monochrome yellow ovoid Bottle Vase, damaged, H 31cm (2)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

An antique Chinese porcelain Brush Pot, lacking cover, with plain ground decorated in script and figures, H 10cm x D 6cm, together with a Chinese porcelain Cup, decorated in ornamental Vases and script, H 7.5cm x D 8.7cm (2)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A slender 19thC Chinese monochrome Vase, of blue coloration and globular bottle shape, raised on potted foot, chips to foot, H 14cm.Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

An antique Chinese stained hardwood open Bookcase, of four shelves, carved pediment frieze depicting central masked figure flanked by scrolling dragons to either side, W 73.5 cm x H 114 cm x D 19.5 cm. Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

An 18thC Chinese porcelain famille rose Plate, c. 1730, decorated centrally with a famille jaune bowl containing exotic fruits, star cracking to this area, flat chip verso, D 22.5cm, together with a near pair of famille rose plates, c. 1730 with ornate flower basket in the well and further objects to the rim, one with staple repair, with floral decoration verso, D 22.5cm (3) Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A 19thC Chinese famille rose porcelain Teabowl and Saucer, finely decorated in colourful enamels of a peacock amonst foliage, together with other Chinese Teawares, comprising a Teabowl and Saucer decorated in the Imari palette, two further Saucers, also in Imari palettes, two fruther Teabowls and two Cups (10)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A small quantity of Chinese and Japanese wooden Carvings, to comprise a well-carved figure of a Man modelled with a frog on his shoulder and one at his feet, with three character incised signature, H 11cm, together with a Netsuke, a small lobed wooden Box, two Chinese root carving Figures and three carved Trees (8)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A quantity of decorative 20thC Chinese Ceramics, comprising a crackleware Bottle Vase, H 24cm, a Vase depicting dragons, H, also with a Chinese pottery figure of a man riding a Water buffalo, H 35cm, two green glazed animals, etc. (a lot)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A large antique Japanese kutani Vase, of baluster form, H 46cm, markings to base, together with a pair of modern Sleeve Vases, decorated with blossom, H 38cm (3)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A 19thC Chinese famille rose Platter, decorated in the typical style, W 27.5cm x L 35cm, together with an 18thC Chinese export Soup Tureen and Saucer, W 15cm x L 19.5cm, with knop finial, body and lid restored, and a Dish, lacking lid, W 7cm x L 8.5cm x H 4.5cm, also with a pair of Chinese export Vases, decorated with underglaze blue and fine flowering baskets, one heavily restored, H 18.5cm (6)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A 19thC Chinese famille rose Vase, of slender waisted form, H 22.5cm, together with a later 19thC famille rose Vase, H 15cm and another Vase, this one of tapering octagonal form in underglaze blue and white transitional decoration, H 20.5cm, a 19th mandarin palette Bowl, restored, D 14.3cm x H 6.5cm, and another Chinese Bowl (5)Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.

A 17thC Chinese blue and white kraak type porcelain Plate, decorated to the well with flower basket, enclosed within border of alternating motifs, lobed rim, damaged and repaired, cracks emanating from rim, chipped to rim also, D 28.5cm.Provenance - The Damien Parsons Collection. The property of the late John Damien Parsons, an East Devon architect and husband of poet Patricia Beer, whose interest in Asian Art was sparked after he inherited a few pieces of Chinese porcelain from his grandfather. Over many decades Parsons continued to add to the collection, sourcing Chinese and Japanese Ceramics and Works of Art from exhibitions and other collections. Pieces from the Parsons Collection were recently exhibited at Mount Edgcumbe.