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Click here to subscribeCHINESE GREEN HARDSTONE JEWELS A 9ct white gold brooch set with a fruit carved and pierced oval hardstone. Length 6.5cm, weight 4.2gms. Together with a white metal baton link chain, (clasp silver, interspaced with green hardstone beads, overall length 52cm, weight 12.6gms Condition Report:Available upon request
A CHINESE GREEN HARDSTONE PENDANT carved with a fruit and a little bird, it has a white metal bail and is on a silver 41cm snake chain, weight inc. chain 14.1gms Condition Report:Dimensions of the hardstone 44mm, x 20mm at widest point, approx 7.3mm at thickest point. Light general wear, no chips or cracks. Chain ok.
An interesting and varied collection of world coins, ancient and latter to include a Nuremberg Jetton, old Thai ‘bullet currency’ pieces, American sliver coins, a Bishopsgate (London) token Isaac Earlysman, ironmonger, commemorating the flight of his balloon ‘The Sparrow’, Victorian Ceylon coins, other Chinese, Arabic, European coins, etc, and a novelty French silver coin penknife, mixed world paper currency, etc
Chinese 19th Century Small Silver Footed Circular Salver Tray, Decorated to Centre with Image of a Large 4 Claw Dragon Amongst the Clouds, Surrounded by Bamboo Leaves, Marked to Base with Chinese Character Marks and The Silver Purity 900 to Base of Salver. 6 Inches - 15 cms Diameter. Weight 155.4 grams.
LANSDOWNE, J. FENWICKRare Birds of China. London: Kennedy Fine Arts, (1992). Copy 37 of 100, with each plate signed and numbered in pencil, and the same numeration in the companion text volume. Loose sheets in the elephant folio blue fabric case of publication, the text in a companion volume in wrappers laid-in, the prospectus included; the whole protected in the canvas sleeve of issue. 32 x 25 inches (81 x 63 cm); 32 superb color collotypes after the original watercolor paintings, printed on Fabriano paper; each plate is laid into a special printed Japanese paper sleeve with the plate name. Fine; Offered with the original watercolor for the plate of the Taiwan Magpie (urocissa caerulea), plate 10 in the set. Watercolor over pencil outline on paper, approximately 28 x 19 5/8 inches (71.5 x 50 cm) sight, signed J. F. Lansdowne (l.l.) and dated 1991; framed. In immaculate condition.The watercolors by J. Fenwick Lansdowne for this work are among the highest achievements of ornithological art. The Taiwan Magpie, depicted here, is represented by a male and female specimen in their natural habitat.This elephant-folio-sized set of ornithological plates, a triumph in their artistry, follows in the tradition of the great illustrated natural history monographs of the past centuries, such as Audubon's masterpiece, The Birds of America. The artist, J. Fenwick Lansdowne, was born in 1937 in Hong Kong to British parents and grew up in British Columbia, Canada. Stricken with polio as a baby, he developed both his love of birds and his talent as a painter from a young age, holding his first museum exhibition in 1952 at the Royal British Columbia Museum when he was just fourteen years old. As one of the world's foremost wildlife painters, often referred to as Audubon's successor, he is the artist who best maintained the tradition of bird painting and publishing into the late 20th century. Similar to Audubon, he would both study his subjects in the field and use museum collections of preserved specimens to paint his highly detailed and accurate watercolors. He died in Canada in 2008.The magnificent collotype plates include the following: Impeyan Monal Lophophorus impejanus; Temminck's Tragopan Tragopan temminckii; Satyr Tragopan Tragopan satyra; Swinhoe's Pheasant Lophura swinhoei; Elliot's Pheasant Syrmaticus ellioti; Mikado Pheasant Syrmaticus mikado; Blood Pheasant Ithaginis cruentus; Brown Eared Pheasant Crossoptilon mantchuricum; Himalayan Snowcock Tetraogallus himalayensis; Taiwan Magpie Urocissa caerulea; Chinese Parrotbill Paradoxornis heudei; Siberian Crane Grus leucogeranus; Rufous-necked Hornbill Aceros nipalensis; White Stork Iconia ciconia; Crested Ibis Nipponia nippon; White Eared Pheasant Crossoptilon crossoptilon; Japanese Crane Grus japonensis; Cabot's Tragopan Tragopan caboti; Mrs. Hume's Pheasant Syrmaticus humiae; Steller's Sea Eagle Haliarrtus pelagicus; Oriental Hobby Falco severus; Chinese Monal Lophophorus ihuysii; Omei Shan liocichla Liocichla omeiensis; Silver Oriole Oriolus mellianus; Blyth's Tragopan Tragopan blythii; Firethroat Erithacus pectardens; Scaly-sided Merganser Mergus squamatus; White-necked Crane Grus vipio; Fulien Slaty Bunting Latoucheornis siemsseni; Sclater's Monal Lophophorus sclateri; Black-necked Crane Grus nigricollis; Brown Wood Owl Strix leptogrammica.No condition report? Click below to request one. *Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact and Doyle New York shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. Please contact the specialist department to request further information or additional images that may be available.Request a condition report
Chinese silver model of a junk, maker CS, late 19th Century, supported on a carved wooden stand, height 15.5cm, gross weight approx. 100g (Please note condition does not form part of the catalogue description. We strongly advise viewing to satisfy yourself as to condition. If you are unable to view and a condition report is not already available, please request one and it will be provided in writing).
Chinese silver small vase, by Wang Hing of Hong Kong c1900, the vase of square form with four panels embossed with dragons chasing flaming pearls, sea dragons, prunus and riverside scene, 326g, H7.5cm. CR - Generally good condition with no damages or splits/repairs, just expected light wear and tarnish.
Chinese jade and enamel silver hand mirror head, Republic period, the plate set within silver ruyi mount, verso set with enamel floral scrolling and jade and garnet cabochons bordering central jade plaque carved with farmer and buffalo pulling cart, W11cm, missing original handle. CR - The handle has been broken off, there is damage at the silver section where the handle would have met, and chips to the enamel on the bat decoration. The mirror is cracked in two places.
An early 20th century Chinese silver three-piece tea set by Wang Hing & Co of Hong Kong, comprising teapot, milk jug and sugar bowl and cover, each circular body decorated in relief with meandering flowers and leaves, on a circular foot, maker's mark 'WH90' to each base, total weight 1004.6g, height of teapot 13cm. Note: a non-transferrable ivory exemption certificate has been granted for the sale of this item.
An Elizabeth II part canteen of silver La Regence pattern cutlery, comprising four tablespoons, eight table forks, eight dessert spoons and forks, eight soup spoons, eight fish knives and forks and eight teaspoons, total weight 3562.2g, eight silver handled table knives and eight matching dessert knives, Sheffield 1993 by Carrs of Sheffield Ltd, within a fitted Chinese hardwood four-drawer canteen cabinet with hinged lid, height 79cm.
An early 20th century Chinese silver three-piece tea service of hexagonal form with simulated bamboo handles and finial, comprising teapot with hinged lid, height 15cm, sugar bowl and jug, by Wing Nam, Hong Kong, total weight 1108.9g. Note: a non-transferrable ivory exemption certificate has been granted for the sale of this item.
A Derry & Toms, Kensington box containing a Turkish style scarf/shawl approx. 59 cm x 270 cm, a costume comprising a blouse of gold painted netting with lace and ribbon detailing to neck and cuffs together with a matching skirt with lace trimmed apron and lace flounce and a Dickins & Jones box containing a heavily embroidered remnant of a clothing (possible a dress) in silk satin with gold and silver fagotting and silk satin stitches approx. 95 cm x 50 cm (at widest), a net sequinned collar, a net and metal decorated shawl approx. 185 cm x 56 cm, a pair of silk stockings, two bracelets, three sections of gold beaded braid and remnants thereof, together with a segment of Chinese embroidery approx. 100 cm x 12 cm featuring dragons and phoenix
World silver coins, crowns and ounces (12): 'Fabulous 12 Silver Collection' 2010 by The London Mint Office. Includes UK Britannia, Chinese Panda, USA Eagle, Russian St George, Poland 'bats' silver proof, etc. One of the coins (Austria Philharmonic) has spotty toning, otherwise BU/FDC, cased with certs. Total actual silver weight = 10.37 troy oz.
Comprising a 1907 Chinese provincial silver dollar inscribed '33 Year of Kuang Hsu: Pei Yang', Tientsin Mint; together with three 'blade money' examples in a frame; a likely reproduction Shang carved cowrie shell-type coin; and six pierced Qing-type coin medallions.No condition report? Click below to request one. *Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact and Doyle New York shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. Please contact the specialist department to request further information or additional images that may be available.Request a condition report
A group of bead necklaces, including: a two row coral (corallium rubrum) bead necklace; two coral (corallium rubrum) branch bead necklaces; a carved and pierced coral (corallium rubrum) bead necklace; a Chinese aventurine quartz and coral (corallium rubrum) bead necklace with silver filigree enamel clasp; etc. (a lot)
TWO COMMEMORATIVE CHINESE SILVER TOKENS Both depicting emperors, panel of script to reverse with two dragons Ownership Statement: This item is offered for sale without disclosing the identity of the owner. For a condition report or further images please email hello@hotlotz.com at least 48 hours prior to the closing date of the auction. 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.
Two pieces: 1. a silver-mounted earthenware tea caddy in the Delft style - hallmarked IS, Birmingham 1995, of canted rectangular form, painted in green and white with follies in parkland landscapes, signed and inscribed to base, 'Hand Painted Hand Crafted EGT.11.95 Oxford England', 15.8cm high; 2. a modern Chinese porcelain blue-and-white covered box, of quatrefoil form, 18.25cm high.
A Chinese Porcelain Teapot and Cover, Qianlong, of European silver form, painted in famille rose enamels and underglaze blue with figures in a garden in panels on a foliate ground within formal borders 17cm high A Similar Bowl, Kangxi, painted in famille verte enamels with flowering branches and rockwork below a foliate border 19cm diameter (3)Provenance: The Property of Sir Brooke Boothby, ex Fonmon Castle Teapot and cover - no restoration and free from cracks. Some very minimal glaze fritting and slight wear. Bowl - large U-shaped section broken out, re attached with staples and left honest. Four rim chips.
* Clothing. A collection of shawls and garments belonging to Lady Ottoline Morrell (1873-1938), comprising: a finely hand-embroidered cream Chinese stole with knotted tassel fringing to short ends; 2 finely-woven silk stoles, one of ikat design; a pair of tan suede ladies' gloves hand-embroidered in blue and brown silks with floral and foliate sprays, tied with turquoise silk ribbon, and lined with turquoise silk; an Ottoman waistcoat heavily embroidered overall in silver and gold metalwork, lined with red silk; a child's embroidered cap with red tassel, from Dalmatia; 2 Balkan embroidered linen tunics, one a child's; a peasant child's linen dress with salmon pink embroidery, and a blue-embroidered tunic similar; and a silk-lined jacket with long sleeves, of floral striped fabric woven with metallised threads, together with an embroidered Turkish towel, various sizes and conditionQTY: (12)NOTE:Provenance: Lady Ottoline Morrell (1873-1938); thence by descent.Lady Ottoline and her husband, Philip, travelled extensively on the Continent, always bringing souvenirs back with them. Ottoline, unconventional in so much of her life, was idiosyncratic in her style of dress. She loved beautiful clothes and dressed in her own unique style, sometimes dressing in a Grecian style, at other times like a Cossack or an Oriental princess. Siegfried Sassoon seemed a little disconcerted when he wrote of their first meeting, at Garsington in 1916, that Ottoline was attired in voluminous pale pink Turkish trousers. This little collection of garments shows her eclectic taste and her appreciation of fine silks, rich embroideries, and skilful needlework. The child's peasant dress is similar to that worn by her daughter, Julian, in a charming photograph of the two of them together held by the National Portrait Gallery (NPG P478).
A curated collection of six antique and vintage Chinese snuff bottles alongside a unique painted oil lamp or incense burner. The snuff bottles exhibit exquisite craftsmanship, featuring materials such as hand-painted porcelain, enamel, glass, and carved bone, with intricate designs depicting figures, landscapes, and auspicious motifs. One bottle incorporates silver overlay with symbolic imagery. The oil lamp is adorned with ironwork and a stylized painted female portrait, suggesting both functional and artistic significance. This collection embodies Chinese artistic tradition, making it a prized acquisition for collectors. Largest item: 4.25"H.Issued: c. 19th-20th centuryDimensions: See DescriptionCondition: Age related wear. As is. Some snuff bottles can't be opened.
A pair of early 20th century Chinese cloisonne enamel vases, silver wire, decorated with quail amongst peonies and trailing foliage, on a pale grey ground, turquoise centre enamel, 7 1/2" highCondition:Very light pitting to blue ground surface, no damage though, just pitting from the firing process.
China, Qing Dynasty, Kuang Hsu (1874?1908), silver Dollar, 1908, Tientsin mint, TAI ? CHING ? TI – KUO SILVER COIN, flying Imperial dragon facing, coiled around pearl and surrounded by clouds. Rev. Emperor, denomination and mint name in Chinese (LM 11; KM Y?14). In PCGS holder graded VF Detail – Chopmarks (51280564).
China, Republic, Dragon and Phoenix silver 10 Cents, 1926, year 15, Tientsin mint, dragon and phoenix atop symbol of longevity. Rev. Denomination in wreath (LM 83; KM Y-344). In PCGS holder graded XF 45 (50800158). These very popular and rare coins feature the state emblem of China from 1913 to 1928 with Fenghuang (Chinese phoenix) and dragon. The emblem is based on the ancient symbols of the Twelve Ornaments which were considered highly auspicious. They were used in the decoration of textile fabrics in ancient China, which signified authority and power, and were embroidered on vestments of state.
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