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A Chinese silver and enamel vinaigrette,marked with Chinese characters,rectangular form, chased decoration with blue and green enamel highlights, the interior with a gilded and pierced hinged grille, length 2.6cm, approx. weight 0.5oz.

A mixed lot of silver items,various dates and makers,comprising: a modern bowl, by M.D.H, London 2000, plain circular form, a Victorian cream jug, two pepper pots, a salt cellar, a cigarette case, two napkin rings, two hand mirrors, and a condiment bottle, plus a Chinese metalware figural condiment set, modelled as a man pulling a cart, an Egyptian bowl and another bowl, approx. weighable 18oz. (qty)

A 19th century Chinese silver card case,unmarked,rectangular form, embossed with dragons on a matted background, the reverse and sides with cherry blossom, the front with a vacant shield, pull-off cover, length 10cm, approx. weight 2.6oz.Provenance: A Private Collection.

A 19th century Chinese silver card case,unmarked,rectangular form, embossed with chrysanthemum decoration on a matted background, the front with a crested shield, pull-off cover, length 8.7cm, approx. weight 2.4oz.Provenance: A Private Collection.

A mixed lot, various dates and makers, comprising silver items: a small tray, by R E Porter, Birmingham 1979, an Irish model of a bull, Dublin 1974, a continental model of a pig, import marks for London 1995, a modern wine label engraved 'PORT', a modern miniature four-piece tea and coffee set, a Chinese Export model of a fan, maker's mark Y.L, an Edwardian menu card holder with a blank shield, a small easel-back frame, an Edwardian menu card holder modelled as a lady in 18th century dress, a miniature hand mirror, a Chinese Export model of Chinese figure pulling a rickshaw, maker's mark A.H, a miniature funnel, an Edwardian menu card holder modelled as a kiwi bird, a gilt metal and hardstone compass, and metalware items: a filigree miniature set of table and chairs, a miniature sofa and footstool, two menu card holders, two models of shells, pin modelled as a trotting carriage, a model of a giraffe, a whistle and another item, (a.f.), total approx. weighable 13.3oz. (qty)

A Chinese silver card case,retailed by Wang Hing,rectangular form, decorated with dragons on a matted background, the reverse with blossom decoration, with a monogram, plus a Chinese silver card case/cigarette case, with figural decoration, approx. total weight 6.5oz. (2)

A collection of six vintage 20th Century walking sticks. Various woods with carved heads to tops including a ram, birds head (animal shaped handles), antler, bamboo, ebonised shaft with silver hallmarked top, Chinese/Oriental dragon carved shaft. Various shapes & sizes. Longest measures 93cm (length). 

ASSORTED HEADGEAR comprising two North Vietnamese military helmets, one with badge, both with liner and chin strap. a U.S. Stallion Stetson, size 7 1/8, black, made in Texas; a Cypriot blue velvet hat; a Chinese skull cap; and a New Zealand Silver Fern leather baseball cap, (6).

CHINESE SILVER SHIP BY WANG HING - 11.5 CMS (H) APPROX

A Chinese silver model of a rickshaw, maker Wang Hing & Co, 8cm long, together with a Chinese silver model of a sedan chair, 11cm long, total weight of silver 37gms, 1.22ozs

A Chinese silver three-piece miniature tea service, includes teapot, cream jug, sugar basin, non-matching cup and saucer and a rectangular serving tray stamped sterling. total weight of silver 57gms, 1.84ozs

A Chinese silver model of a harbourside crane and cabin, , a two wheeled cart and and an eastern sedan style chair, total weight of silver 99gms, 3.21ozs

A modern cased silver three piece condiment set, a similar Danish enamelled sterling set (a.f.) and three other condiments including Chinese.

A Chinese faceted glass snuff bottle, decorated with cranes, a box of assorted costume jewellery, a vintage perpetual desk top calendar, silver plated ware, to include a ladle, and other items

A Chinese silver stone set ring.

A 20th century Chinese white metal table snuff box in the form of two books; together with a late Victorian ebonised and silver mounted model of a stretcher; a late Victorian silver pin tray of rectangular form, repousse decorated with a basket of flowers within C-scrolling borders; various silver charms etc

A Chinese famille rose table lamp and other collectables including an Indian engraved brass and polychrome decorated 'Peacock' tray, a vintage Tonka Volkswagen Beetle, 'rearing horse' doorstop, carved bellows, framed and glazed Horological Collage by P L J Amon, various silver plated wares etc. (two boxes)

A paste pearl mounted stick pin, a gilt metal ape bar brooch with suspended ape, a silver Committee, 1953-55 Masonic badge, a Royal Masonic Institute fleur de lys and crown commemorative badge with enamelled decoration, 1927 and another bar brooch, a white metal Virtuous Gloria badge, an Eastern Chinese white metal panel etc. (a lot)

A Chinese silver plated photo frame decorated with embossed scrolling dragons and other mythical beasts, 28cm wide, 36cm high.

A rhino horn riding crop or swagger stick with Chinese embossed silver coloured metal pommel, 83cm long. Condition ReportThe shaft is warped and it has broken into several pieces and been reglued.

Two Chinese unmarked silver mounted mother of pearl dishes decorated with butterflies, standing on three ball feet, the largest 22cms wide (2).

A Cased Set of Twelve Chinese Silver Spoons, makers mark MS, the terminals cast with leaves, figures and other objects, together with a Chinese watercolour on silk and a pair of modern Japanese vases (4)

A Cristal De Boheme Glass Decanter, together with a Villeroy & Boch decanter, four silver mounted glass bottles, a Chinese soapstone spill vase, glassware, copper lustre, Shelley white porcelain tea/dinner service etc (one shelf)Pink and white teapot, four chips to the knop, some crazing and rubbing, otherwise in good order

A collection of fourteen silver bangles, including a Chinese jade and silver hinged bangle, all stamped between 925 and 999, combined gross total weight 11.75toz. (1 bag)

Chinese Export - Naturalistic Late 19th Century Superb Quality 3 Piece Silver Cruet Set. Each Piece Profusely Decorated with Applied Prunus Flowers to Sides, Character Marks and Makers Mark for Tuck Chang - Shanghai. Active 1890 - 1915. Silver Weight 200 grams. Tallest Piece 2 Inches - 5 cms. All Pieces In Excellent Condition - Please Confirm with Photo.

Box of Collectibles including pink pottery fruit basket, green mottled vase, pink Rosenthal bowl, oval floral trimmed vase, Chinese plate and bowl, silver plated fruit bowls and tray, vases, jugs, wooden candlesticks, etc.

Numismatics interest - The Peoples Bank of China - The Commemorative Silver Coin Set of the 25th Anniversary of the Issuance of Chinese Panda Gold Coin, 25 coins 1982-2007, complete with Certificate of Authenticity, housed in presentation case.

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.

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.

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

A Chinese carved wood model of a buffalo, circa 1900. With a figure on his back, silver wire inlay, height 27cm, width 20cm, depth 8cm.

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

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.

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 

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.

A Chinese coin set hammered silver dish. The coin inscribed '7 Mace and 2 Candareens An-Hwei Province'; diameter 9.5cm, 51 grams.No condition issues.

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.

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.

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.

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.

A Chinese silver vase. height 13cm, diameter 10cm, 260 grams, with an ebonised stand. (2)

A Chinese poster, 'Tule Kuai', early 20th century. Inscribed 'Industry company Xingzheng sixty-nine hundred households wheat circle Yinghai three', 79 x 55cm.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.There is a crease just above the dogs head running through to the edge. The colours are good with no fading. Paper slightly discoloured but no obvious foxing. Some edge of paper minor tears and creases. The margins are intact and it has not been cut down. This is a chromolithograph.

A Chinese coloured poster, early 20th century. Publishing Company, Yiyuan Street, Pingsheng Road, Masanhai Road, Reproduced without copyright, Xingzheng circle family Mai Haihai', 77 x 53cm.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.Some creases and minor edge tears.

A Chinese silver bangle, early 20th century. Decorated with dragons chasing the flaming pearl, 7.5 x 9cm.

A Chinese coloured poster of West Lake, Hangzhou, early 20th century. Part of the long inscription reads 'The North of the Jinmen of Hong Kong passes through the new market, along the Qiantang Gate, passes through the Gelan of the Zhaoqing Temple, enters the Yuefen, enters Lingzhu, and ends of the North Peak. However, the scenery of lakes and mountains in the past and the present is unique, and the scenic spots and famous areas are changing from day to day. The company spares no effort to take a huge photo of the current scenery. It is made and published in weekly editions for the sake of all friends and new horizons. It is published by Zhengxing Art Studio in Maijiayuan, Shanghai Concession'. 54 x 79.5cm.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 poster is unframed and rolled. There is one crease running from top to bottom.  Some other creases to the poster plate, but doesn't detract too much. Small edge of paper creases and very minute tears. Some faint paper discolouration.

(Yuefenpai) Early 20th century Chinese posters. Three colour posters in the style of Yuefenpai (calendar/advertising posters), early 20th century, rolled, small amount of soiling to margins, printed in China, approx 77cm x 55cm. (3)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 Chinese coloured poster, early 20th century. Entitled 'Fresh Flowers', 79 x 55cm.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 Chinese coloured lithograph scroll, 20th century, Depicting Chen Lanzhou landscape, 151 x 35cm. 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.

(Yuefenpai) Early 20th century Chinese posters. Three colour posters in the style of Yuefenpai (Calendar posters), early 20th century, rolled, small amount of soiling to margins, printed in China, approx 77cm x 55cm. (3)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 Chinese cast iron and inlaid silver box and cover, 19th century. With panels of symbols and character marks, flanked by scrolling motifs, height 9.5cm, width 15cm, depth 11cm.Oxidation throughout, no dents or loss of inlays.

(Yuefenpai) Early 20th century Chinese posters. Three colour posters in the style of Yuefenpai (Calendar posters), early 20th century, rolled, small amount of soiling to margins, printed in China, approx 77cm x 55cm. (3)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 Chinese silver dip-pen, by Wang Hing. Of cylindrical tapering form and embossed with flowering and fruiting vines, marked 'WH90', length 16.2cm.

(Yuefenpai) Early 20th century Chinese posters. Three colour posters in the style of Yuefenpai (Calendar/advertising posters), early 20th century, rolled, small amount of soiling to margins, printed in China, approx 77cm x 55cm. (3)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.

(Yuefenpai) Early 20th century Chinese posters. Three colour posters in the style of Yuefenpai (calendar/advertising posters), early 20th century, rolled, small amount of soiling to margins, printed in China, approx 77cm x 55cm. (3)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.

(Yuefenpai) Early 20th century Chinese posters. Three colour posters in the style of Yuefenpai (calendar/advertising posters), early 20th century, rolled, small amount of soiling to margins, printed in China, approx 77cm x 55cm. (3)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.These three are in original unrestored condition with some foxing but no tears and no restoration

A collection of Chinese shoes. Together with a hat, clothes and a knife. (qty)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.

Two Chinese oil paintings, signed K. Hayashi and Gasen. Each 49.5 x 34cm. (2)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.

Five Chinese hanging scrolls, early 20th century. Including two calligraphy scrolls, largest 110 x 35cm. (5)More photos added, please see our website.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 Chinese export silver condiment pot and salt by Wang Hing. The lidded condiment embossed with a dragon and with cast bamboo handle, stamped marks to the base, height 52mm, the salt embossed with prunus, stamped marks to the base, clear glass liner, width 50mm, total weight of silver 102g.

A Chinese painted hanging scroll, signed, early-mid 20th century. With birds and floral sprays, length 150cm, width 45cm, image length 66.5cm, width 35cm.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.