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Click here to subscribeA quantity of collectables - including a cased Civil Defence Long Service Medal; an Indian enamelled brass box; an Art Nouveau photo frame with faux-opal mounts; a pair of silver mounted Wedgwood blue jasper ware pepper casters (one chipped); a boxed silver mounted magnifier; a Chinese cloisonné napkin ring; a George III silver mustard ladle; silver thimbles; a pair of Georgian steel wick trimmers; etc.
A small collection of coins, medals and commemoratives - including a WW1 1918 City of Duren 10 Pffenig steel coin; a Jersey Queen Victoria 1877 1/24 Shilling; an 1843 Queen Victoria GB Half Farthing; a Chinese silver coin pendant; a pewter replica of an Elizabeth I coin; two Royal commemorative medals; various commemorative crowns; and three banknotes.
A Norwegian silver gilt and enamelled spoon, by J Tostrup, 44g, 14cm long, together with a continental silver beaker, 39g, 6cm high, an Indian metalwares egg cup and a Chinese metalwares bodkin case, 10cm high (4)The spoon appears complete and undamaged. Egg cup is tarnished and dented around the base. Lidded jar and cup are complete with some light wear.
Selection of silver and jewellery, including Edwardian vesta case, two Chinese Guangxu, 20 Fen coins, butterfly bookmark with Birmingham marks, Mexican marked bookmark, George VI napkin ring, pair of 9ct gold hoop earrings, 9ct gold ring, a 9ct gold cased shell cameo brooch and pair of earrings, a portrait brooch, necklaces etc
Early 20th century Chinese export silver swing handled basket, of square form with rounded corners and curled, pierced rim, stamped SF 90 with character marks beneath, maker probably Sing Fat, W12.5cm, including handle H11cmCondition Report: Approximate weight 4.86 ozt (151.3 grams)General wear commensurate with age and use in the form of surface scratches, nicks and small knocks. Marks with some wear but generally clear and legible.
Set of six Chinese silver spoons, each with pierced 'Shanghai' handles, in fitted case, together with a pair of sterling silver chopsticks, by Wai Kee Hong Kong, stamped WK AA Sterling, boxed Condition Report: Total weight 162 grams 5.21 oztGeneral wear commensurate with age and use in the form of surface scratches, nicks and small knocks. Spoons marked but indistinct. Some discolouration and wear to boxes.
A collection of 20th Century Chinese or Eastern items to include; a carved wooden and faux malachite stand, leaf design, a rollable scroll with character marks, a framed glazed ceramic tile work depicting lady, script to side. Along with a small quantity of soapstone and stone figures of deity's or others. Along with two boxed silver plated Silver Jubilee goblets. (1 box, scroll and framed tiles)
A collection of various jewellery to include a pair of diamond set stud earrings, total diamond weight approx 0.40ct, set in 18ct gold, along with a jade and pearl set gold floral brooch, Chinese gold marks minimum of 18ct gold, together with a pair of jade gold set earrings, combined total gross weight approx 17gms along with a pair of ruby stud earrings in gold, along with a yellow metal jade and pearl set pin (some pearls missing) unmarked, combined total gross weight approx 6gms and a pair of silver set pearl earrings, carved jade pendant and loose stones including garnet and a large colour change synthetic sapphire (1 bag) Further details: stones missing to some, abrasions wear and tear commensurate with age
Two late 19th/early 20th century Chinese silver figures, one depicting a flower seller and cart, approx. 6cm long x 4cm high, the other a rickshaw, approx. 7cm long x 5cm high, both having stamped marks and initials LW possibly for Luen Wo. (2) Further Details: Generally okay, stable, some tarnishing and general wear.
A Late 19th-century Chinese export silver tazza, navette form with pierced Chinoiserie decoration of dragons among clouds and bamboo foliage, raised on a single stem oval foot with further pierced bamboo design, struck with artisan mark 'Qiu Ji' to base and 96 inscribed, import marks for George Edward and Sons Glasgow 1899, 33.0 cm wide, 21ozt.
KIKUCHI SEIJO: A SHAKUDO TSUBA WITH CHINESE LITERATI AND LANDSCAPEBy Kikuchi Seijo, signed Kikuchi Seijo with kakihanJapan, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)The shakudo migakiji (polished ground) tsuba of marugata shape, with a kozuka and kogai hitsu-ana and some sekigane, partially worked in sukashi (openwork) and iroe-e takazogan of gold, silver, and copper depicting Chinese literati above a landscape dominated by pagodas, pine trees, reishi clouds, and craggy rocks. Signed to the back KIKUCHI SEIJO with kakihan.HEIGHT 6.9 cm, LENGTH 6.5 cmWEIGHT 99 gCondition: Excellent condition with minor typical wear.
AN BRONZE AND PARCEL-GILT AMPHORA VASEJapan, Meiji period (1868-1912)The baluster body in the style of a Chinese archaistic amphora with dragon handles, inlaid in silver, gilt, and copper, details worked in takazogan and shibuichi. One side decorated with bats in flight amid blossoming wisteria, the other with sparrows (suzume). The neck and foot decorated with leafy and key fret borders in silver and gilt.HEIGHT 23.4 cmWEIGHT 1,620 gCondition: Very good condition, fine patina, with manufacturing irregularities and casting flaws.Provenance: British private collection.Auction comparison:Compare a related bronze vase by Suzuki Chokichi, dated Meiji, at Bonhams, Fine Japanese Art 7 Nov 2019, London, lot 218 (sold for 5,312 GBP).
NAMIKAWA YASUYUKI: A FINE CLOISONNE ENAMEL SCENT BOTTLE WITH HO-O BIRDBy Namikawa Yasuyuki (1845-1927), signed Kyoto NamikawaJapan, Kyoto, late 19th century, Meiji period (1868-1912)Of oval section, with gilt mounts, finely decorated in gilt and silver wire and polychrome enamels, each side with an oval panel enclosing to one side a phoenix amid stylized blossoms borne on leafy scrolling vines against a speckled green ground and to the other a butterfly fluttering above chrysanthemums and kikyo (Chinese bellflowers) on a pale yellow ground, surrounded by diapered florets against a black ground and framed by chrysanthemum borders above the foot and below the neck, the oval base incised with the signature KYOTO NAMIKAWA. HEIGHT 6.2 cmWEIGHT 41 gCondition: Very good condition, minor wear, minimal pitting, little rubbing to gilt. Provenance: From an old private collection in northern Germany, acquired in the 1970s. Auction comparison:Compare a near identical example at Christie's, Japanese Art: Meiji Period Magnificence, 24 June 2014, New York, lot 64 (sold for USD 8,750).
A LACQUER SUZURIBAKO DEPICTING AN OX-HERDER PLAYING THE FLUTEJapan, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)Of rounded rectangular form with a flush-fitting cover, the exterior bearing a nashiji ground finely decorated in gold, silver, and black hiramaki-e and takamaki-e with kirikane to depict an ox-herder riding a black ox, playing a transverse flute, wearing voluminous robes, a small sickle attached to the belt, all below thick clouds and above craggy rockwork and grasses. The interior bearing a roiro-mura-nashiji ground, the interior of the cover similarly lacquered with three horses grazing and strolling below a gold-foil full moon partly obscured by thick clouds, the baseboard decorated with grasses, rocks, and bamboo and fitted with a rectangular inkstone (suzuri) and copper waterdropper (suiteki) of circular form.SIZE 4.5 x 21 x 23.8 cmCondition: Good condition with minor wear, the cover with expected age cracks, some possibly with minor old repairs.Ten Bulls or Ten Ox Herding Pictures is a series of short poems and accompanying drawings used in the Zen tradition to describe the stages of a practitioner's progress toward enlightenment, and their return to society to enact wisdom and compassion. The best known version of the oxherding pictures was drawn by the 12th century Chinese Rinzai Chan (Zen) master Kuoan Shiyuan, who also wrote accompanying poems and introductory words attached to the pictures. The present writing box depicts the sixth poem, 'Riding the Bull Home':Mounting the Ox, slowlyI return homeward.The voice of my flute intonesthrough the evening.Measuring with hand-beatsthe pulsating harmony,I direct the endless rhythm.Whoever hears this melodywill join me.Museum comparison:Compare a related lacquer suzuribako depicting the same subject, dated 19th century, Edo period, in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, accession number 38.25.106a-d.
AN EXPORT SILVER REPOUSSE CIGAR BOX AND COVER, TONG YI MARK, LATE QING DYNASTY 清末刀馬人物錘鍱雪茄銀蓋盒China, c. 1870-1920. Of rectangular form, finely chased and embossed on a ring-punched ground to the top of the cover with four warriors on horseback engaged in a fierce chase along grassy paths amid pine and maple trees, above bands of squirrels and grapevines to the sides of the cover. Furthermore, each side of the box with peasant scenes including a hunter carrying his rifle, a herder playing the flute, two fishermen in a boat, and an ox pulling plows.Inscriptions: To the base with a two-character shop mark, 'Tong Yi'. This mark is not yet registered in any of the relevant silver data bases, so it must have come from a small shop, which probably existed only for a short period of time.Provenance: English trade. Condition: Good condition with expected old wear, mostly to the inside. Some tarnishing, light scratches, small dents and losses, minor traces of soldering to the box's interior. Sections of the inner encasement have slightly loosened and/or warped over time. For this reason, the box still closes very well, but not hermetically.The inside of the box is completely encased with silver sheets, thus the backsides of the repousse work cannot be accessed. This encasement is necessary for the box to close well, in order to keep the cigars humid for an extended period of time.Weight: 939 g Dimensions: Size 17.3 x 11.5 x 7 cm Auction result comparison: Type: Related Auction: Sotheby's London, 16 May 2018, lot 150 Price: GBP 4,000 or approx. EUR 6,300 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writing Description: A silver 'dragon' box, Qing dynasty, 19th century Expert remark: Compare the related form and the decorative band of grapevines albeit with a central motif of dragons. Note the similar length (19.2 cm).Auction result comparison: Type: Related Auction: Christie's New York, 22 August 2019, lot 62 Price: USD 6,875 or approx. EUR 7,500 adjusted for inflation at the time of writing Description: A Chinese Export Silver Cigar Box, Mark of Foheng, circa 1900 Expert remark: Compare the related form and repousse decor. Note the length of 23.5 cm. 清末刀馬人物錘鍱雪茄銀蓋盒中國，約1870-1920年。長方蓋盒。蓋子上浮雕四個騎馬的武士在林間小道上烈的追逐。上方是松鼠和葡萄藤紋飾。盒子四面分別有人物場景，如農民田中耕地、獵人狩獵、牧人牧牛、漁夫撒網捕魚。 款識：同益 來源：英國古玩交易 品相：狀況良好，有磨損，主要是內部。局部失去光澤、輕微劃痕、小凹痕和損失，盒子內部有輕微焊接痕跡。內殼局部稍微鬆動和/或翹曲。盒子關閉得很好。 盒子內部完全用銀片包裹，盒子密封，以便使雪茄保持適當濕度。 重量：939 克 尺寸：17.3 x 11.5 x 7 厘米拍賣結果比較： 形制：相近 拍賣：倫敦蘇富比，2018年5月16日，lot 150 價格：GBP 4,000（相當於今日EUR 6,300） 描述：清十九世纪銀製雲龍戲珠紋蓋盒《東粵大興造》款 專家評論：比較相近的外形、葡萄藤裝飾，但中間飾有龍紋。請注意相似的長度 (19.2厘米)。 拍賣結果比較： 形制：相近 拍賣：紐約佳士得， 2019年8月22日，lot 62 價格：USD 6,875（相當於今日EUR 7,500） 描述：約1900年出口銀製菸盒 專家評論：比較相近的外形和錘鍱。請注意長23.5厘米。
A SILVER 'DRAGON' BOWL, MARK OF WANG HING, LATE 19TH TO EARLY 20TH CENTURYChina, Qing dynasty (1644-1912) or slightly later. The bowl supported on a flaring foot, with rounded sides, chased with a four-clawed sinuous dragon on a punched ground. Inscriptions: To the foot ring, impressed hallmarks 'WH' (mark of Wang Hing & Co), and '90' (for 90% silver purity) and in Chinese 'Bao Sheng'.Condition: Very good condition with minor wear, few minor nicks, small dents, and light surface scratches.Provenance: Austrian private collection.Weight: 224.6 gDimensions: Diameter 12 cm
A MAHOGANY SILVER TABLEIN CHINESE CHIPPENDALE STYLE, 19TH CENTURYwith a pierced gallery and lattice frieze, above a gadrooned edge on cluster column legs united by a turned 'X' stretcher73cm high, 74.3cm wide, 55.5cm deepProvenanceKenneth Neame: An Enduring Legacy.PLEASE NOTE THIS LOT IS TO BE OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE.
A cased set of silver enamel flower spoons, by Adie Brothers Ltd, Birmingham 1955, enamelled with flowers, with sphere finials, a Chinese silver enamel bangle, and a Chinese cloisonne vase, decorated with dragons chasing a flaming pearl, on a blue ground (3) Condition Report:Available upon request
A collection of silver and costume jewellery from The Jewellery Channel, some with certificates and original pouches, to include, certified amber necklace, a Chinese green hardstone bangle carved with a bird and flowers, a further silver jadeite and zircon brooch, A large baroque pearl with gold plated chain & mount etc Condition Report:No condition report available.
A Chinese 2007 10 Yuan Panda fine silver coin, Royal Mint SS Gairsoppa Britannia 2014 quarter-ounce silver coin and Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Head of the Armed Forces five pound silver coin and a US Mint San Francisco/Philadelphia/Denver 1983 Olympic fine silver dollar three-coin set (4) Condition Report:Available upon request
A collection of silver and white metal spoons, comprising; a pair of Scottish silver spoons/ladles by Norah Creswick, Edinburgh 1970, twelve silver coffee spoons, each with bean terminal, six Chinese white metal teaspoons, eight silver Souvenir spoons and a white metal Souvenir spoon, total weight approx 11.7oz (29)
A GROUP OF FIVE ASSORTED WALKING STICKS Includes Chinese rosewood example with inset silver and gold wire scene of figures in clouds, man riding deer, and band decoration, two rootwood with figural handles, a carved cobra walking stick, and a faux-walnut resin example 91cm height Condition: Condition Report The rosewood silver/gold inlaid example has an repaired crack to the handle. This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration.
A GROUP OF FIVE WALKING CANES Circa 19th/20th Century, includes two mounted with Chinese silver pommel in Malacca cane, an example with hardwood shaft, British hallmarked sterling silver pommel mount, and silver base metal ferrule. Another with continental 800 silver pommel mount, and one other in hardwood 82cm to 91cm Condition: Condition Report Occasional dents and cracks to one Chinese silver mounted example, European 800 silver example has degradation to wooden shaft. This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration.
A Chinese Export Silver Box, Artisan Workshop Mark of Yuan, Canton and Hong Kong, Retailed by Wang Hing, Canton and Hong Kong, Late 19th/Early 20th Century cylindrical, the sides and pull off cover each stamped with prunus on a matted ground75mm diameter, 4oz 5dwt, 133grTennants are grateful to Adrien von Ferscht for his assistance in identifying the marks.Marked underneath with retailers mark 'WH' '90' standard mark and Chinese Character mark. There is some minor wear to the marks. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. The wear is noticeable as a softening to the high points. There is some minor bruising overall.
A Chinese Export Silver Mug, Artisan Workshop Mark of Da Ji, Canton, Retailed by Wang Hing, Hong Kong and Canton, Date 1888 tapering cylindical and on spreading base, with loop handle and engraved with an inscription12.2cm high, 10oz 12dwt, 329grThe inscription reads 'Paul Cromwell Bush from his Uncle Paul Warner Bush 1888'.Tennants are grateful to Adrien von Ferscht for his assistance in identifying the marks.Marked underneath with Wang Hing mark incorporating '90' and Chinese character. The mark is clear. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use.
A Chinese Export Silver Cigarette-Case, Artisan Workshop Mark of Sheng, Canton and Hong Kong, Retailed by Wai Kee Jewellers Ltd., Hong Kong, 20th Century oblong, the hinged cover engraved with bamboo on a textured ground, engraved inside 'From Cheero Club Hong Kong With Appreciation'15cm wide, 6oz 6dwt, 196grTennants are grateful to Adrien von Ferscht for his assistance in identifying the marks.Stamped 'Silver'; '90' and with Chinese character mark. Further marked with an indisctinct mark. There is some minor surface scratching and tarnish overall.
A Three-Piece Chinese Export Silver Tea-Service With a Pair of Sugar-Tongs En Suite, Artisan Mark of De Long, Canton and Hong Kong, Retailed by Sing Fat, Canton and Shanghai, Late 19th/Early 20th Century each piece cylindrical and on spreading foot, the sides chased with a dragon in high relief, comprising a teapot, with ivory-insulated handle; a cream-jug and a sugar-bowl with cover, the sugar tongs cast as bamboo, in fitted wood case with sliding cover and brass drop-ring handle the teapot 24cm wide over handles, the case 32cm wide, total gross weight of silver 32oz 13dwt, 1,015gr (4) Tennants are grateful to Adrien von Ferscht for his assistance in identifying the marks.With non-transferable standard ivory exemption declaration number BM6F86BA. Each piece marked underneath with retailer's name; '90' standard mark and Chinese character mark. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. There is some staining, discolouration and cracking to the ivory insulators on the handle of the teapot. The ivory insulator on the cover of the teapot similarly cracked and discoloured and further damage. There are some scuffs and marks to the case. The silk inside the case with some staining. There is a small wood section which sits inside the handle in the box that has become detached.
A Set of Six Chinese Export Silver Chopstick-Rests, Retailed by Ye Chang, Tianjin, Early 20th Century each circular and with plain rim, engraved with the badge of the Lancashire Fusiliers, the centre set with a sycee or yuanbao ingot15cm diameter, 22oz 19dwt, 713gr (6)Provenance: Presumably acquired by the 1st Battalion, Lancashire Fusiliers while posted to China in the 1930s.Sold by Order of the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers to Benefit the Fusiliers' Aid Society (13 January Jewellery, Watches and Silver sale, lots 2273-2307 and Antiques and Interiors sale, 5 January 2024 lots 1-16).Tennants are grateful to Adrien von Ferscht for his assistance in identifying the marks.Each marked with maker's/retailers mark under rim and further stamped 'Sterling'. There is some overall surface scratching and wear as well as some bruising overall.
A Set of Six Chinese Export Silver Chopstick-Rests, Retailed by Ye Chang, Tianjin, Early 20th Century each circular and with plain rim, engraved with the badge of the Lancashire Fusiliers, the centre set with a sycee or yuanbao ingot15cm diameter, 22oz 17dwt, 710gr (6) Provenance: Presumably acquired by the 1st Battalion, Lancashire Fusiliers while posted to China in the 1930s.Sold by Order of the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers to Benefit the Fusiliers' Aid Society (13 January Jewellery, Watches and Silver sale, lots 2273-2307 and Antiques and Interiors sale, 5 January 2024 lots 1-16).Tennants are grateful to Adrien von Ferscht for his assistance in identifying the marks.Each marked with maker's/retailers mark under rim and further stamped 'Sterling'. There is some overall surface scratching and wear as well as some bruising overall.
A silver gilt lady's open face pocket watch, made for the Chinese market, circa 1900, key wind, white enamel dial with black Roman numerals and outer 15, 30, 45, 60 Arabic markers, blued steel spade hands, centre seconds, floral engraved movement and hinged cuvette signed with two Chinese characters, the case set with seed pearls around the dial and into the bow, the back decorated with an enamelled scene depicting two ladies leaning over a well speaking in confidence, with a foliage and brown guilloche border, case number 5067, case 39mm, 52.5g gross, with key.Notes: in working condition, winds and sets well, keeps time across 1hr test, however Batemans cannot guarantee continued operation.
A group of silver jewellery, comprising a Chinese silver hinged bangle set with lapis lazuli and formed as a dragon, 31 by 69 by 74mm external, 61 by 50mm internal, 43.2g, a silver hinged bangle set with a plastic amber-style material, a Scottish style brooch set with green and orange handstones, an 0.800 silver bangle watch by Heno, with oval green dial, case, 27mm, 30.7g, a sectional bracelet set with oval cabochon amber-style material, a Finnish sterling silver pendant, marked NB, 50.5mm high, 27.3g, a child's silver bangle, a bar brooch set with seven seed pearls, and a small cast silver candle holder with pricket, and a an owl, 42mm, 16.6g. (9)
A collection of costume jewellery, including a green stone set bracelet, a pair of Chinese white stone stud earrings, 8.0mm, various necklaces, a Karen Millen bracelet watch, a Michaela Frey gold plated hinged bangle, a vintage Butler & Wilson gilt brass and paste set bracelet, 44mm wide, two Rotary wristwatches with leather straps, a Bulova lady's stainless steel bracelet watch, model 98W211, with mother of pearl dial, 26mm case, an oval base metal box, and a silver handles letter opener. (1 bag)
~A Chinese Porcelain Hot Water Jug and Cover, 18th century, of silver shape, with stepped knop and double scrolling handle, painted in underglaze blue with a garden landscape and cell borders 21cm high A Similar Milk Jug, painted with a bouquet and scattered sprigs 14cm high (3)Provenance: Terry Family of York (Terry's Chocolates) Hot water jug - fritting and some crazingMilk jug - lacking cover, small foot chip and some minor fritting
~A Chinese Porcelain Vase and Cover, Qianlong, of baluster form, painted in famille rose enamels 18cm high A Similar Jug and Cover, of silver shape 15cm high A Teapot and Cover, of globular form 13.5cm high A Custard Cup and Cover, with scroll formed handle and painted with scattered sprigs 6.5cm high A Sauce Tureen and Cover, of canted rectangular form and with zoomorphic handles 18.5cm wide (10)Provenance: Terry Family of York (Terry's Chocolates) Vase - repair to the cover, chip to the collar, some frittingJug - cover restored, some frittingTeapot - chip to the rim of the cover, crack to handle, some frittingCustard cup - knop heavily frittedTureen - both pieces broken and restored
A Collection of 20th century Oriental items to include a large Blanc de Chine porcelain figure of a lady with a seal mark to base. Approximately 54cm high. Together with two Chinese Yixing style pottery teapots. A Chinese enamel opium pipe. Four modern tea bowls. A shaped dish. Various wooden paint brushes etc... Various silver and white metal spoons and small items. Two knives including a carved bone example. Condition generally good. A couple of minor nibbles to figure. Colour of figure quite browned/tanned due to tobacco. Chip to one inner rim of teapot. Chip to small dish.
A carved jadeite panel, in an as found brooch setting, along with other collectible items. The jadeite panel, untested for treatment, measures approximately 27mm x 21mm. Along with a carved mother of pearl brooch, a pair of Thai niello ear clips, along with a similar brooch marked "STERLING SIAM", a Chinese 90 makred heart shaped silver pin cushion and a base metal and hardstone lidded pot.
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