MIROIR CIRCULAIRE EN BRONZEDynastie des Han orientaux (25-220)A BRONZE CIRCULAR MIRROREastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD)The central knop encircled by a band of sinuous bixie cast in high relief within a band of incised semi-circles alternating with squares, each marked with a stylised character, enclosed within an upright comb pattern band, a border bearing a running inscription and an outer band of tight scroll motifs. 9.5cm. (3 3/4in) diam.Footnotes:Provenance:Robert Rousset, Paris (1901-1981), acquired prior to 1935Jean-Pierre Rousset, Paris (1936-2021) The groups of four characters in the cartouches can be transcribed:幽諫三商 配像国疆 窥德序道 敬奉豆(賢)良 周刻無耻(止) 白牙擧樂 染調主陽 聖德光明 富吉安樂 子孫番(蕃)昌 生如金石 土理高升Which may be translated as:'In seclusion I have refined this mirror for three periods. Its virtue matches that of the 10,000 regions. It gives form to virtue and order to the Dao. Respectfully it is offered to a good minister. It is decorated all around with blessings [engraved in a circle] without [interruption]. Bo Ya performed the music. In a multitude of blessings may the forces of yang preponderate. May wisdom and virtue shine radiantly. May there be riches, blessings, peace and joy. May your descendants flourish and spread widely. May your life be as enduring as metal and stone. May your position reach a high level. May the master of this mirror have a long life.'A very similar bronze mirror, Eastern Han dynasty is illustrated by J.Rawson and E.Bunker, Ancient Chinese and Ordos Bronzes, Hong Kong, 1990, p.256, no.175.東漢 青銅神人神獸紋鏡來源:巴黎Robert Rousset(1901-1981)舊藏,於1935年前入藏巴黎Jean-Pierre Rousset(1936-2021)舊藏For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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RARE MIROIR CIRCULAIRE EN BRONZE ARGENTÉ À DÉCOR DE DRAGONSDynastie Tang (618- 906 ap. J.-C)A RARE SILVERED BRONZE CIRCULAR 'DRAGONS' MIRRORTang Dynasty (618-906 AD)With large domed central knop, encircled by a band of stylised dragons, within inscribed and comb pattern bands, the raised outer border with three thin bands of saw-tooth and zig-zag design. 14.2cm (5 5/8in) diam.Footnotes:Provenance:Robert Rousset, Paris (1901-1981), acquired prior to 1935Jean-Pierre Rousset, Paris (1936-2021) This mirror is unusual for the fine casting of two large dragons or mythical beasts within the central medallion. Compare with a related silvery bronze circular mirror with two hounds and an inscription, Sui/early Tang dynasty, which was sold at Christie's New York, 22 March 2012, lot 1431.唐 鎏銀銅龍紋鏡來源:巴黎Robert Rousset(1901-1981)舊藏,於1935年前入藏巴黎Jean-Pierre Rousset(1936-2021)舊藏For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A LARGE ASSORTMENT OF CUTLERY, CANTEENS, VANITY SET AND FURTHER ITEMS, to include three white metal decanter labels for 'Sherry, Rum, Whisky', a white metal chamber candlestick holder, a white metal 'Rolex Bucherer Watches Interlaken' collectors teaspoon, a complete four piece cased vanity set signed 'EPNS' containing two brushes, a mirror and a comb, a cased set of six teaspoons with embossed figure at the terminal, a partial canteen set AF with various spoons, forks, knives, canteen is possibly missing two items, a pair of white metal sugar tongs, more boxes of cutlery, hip flask and empty jewellery box, etc
TWO WALDY BAGS AND A SMALL COLLECTION OF POWDER COMPACTS, the Waldy bags painted with flowers and textured with tiny clear beads, the black bag containing coin purse and mirror, the ivory coloured bag containing a Stratton compact, card case and lipstick holder decorated to match the exterior of the bag and in protective covers, together with a comb, a mirror and a coin purse, compacts including Vogue Ganities, Coty and Kigu, etc (9) (Condition report: generally good condition, most compacts show signs of some use and wear, bags are in good used condition with a small make up stain inside ivory bag)
A cased dressing setAsprey & Co Ltd, London 1910 Fitted interior, with slim spirit flask, card case, with gilt interior, a powder pot, another covered pot, an elongated tube, a small tube, two mounted glass bottles, two small brushes, a button hook, a mirror and a tortoiseshell comb, leather fitted case, with gilt-tooled initials, 'N. ST C. G.' and a canvas weather protector, damaged lock, length of case 21.3cm.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: YY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A silver dressing table set, each piece repousse decorated with winged heads, comprising a circular head mirror, two brushes and a comb London 1897 A/F, makers mark for Williams Comyns & Sons, and a blue velvet trinket box with inset brass plaque to lid similarly decorated to the aboveLocation:
* Vanity Set. An art deco silver travelling composed set, comprising 6 silver top bottles, 10 silver top jars, 3 silver brushes, comb, cigarette case, perfume bottle, cigarette box, easel mirror, 4 silver boxes, pocket knife, spoon, scissors and a 9ct gold propelling pencil, an amalgamation of several silversmiths including Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co Ltd, all presented in a fine black leather fitted case QTY: (1)
A group of objects of vertu, late 19th/early 20th century, comprising: an enamel and paste set brass picture frame, of oval form with easel support, 14cm high; two reverse-glass painted miniature landscapes, mounted in a gilt-tooled fitted leather case, 4.5cm wide; a Limoges enamel compact, 9cm wide; a pierced brass box, 5.5cm wide; two enamel and painted oval lids, 4.1cm wide; and a tortoiseshell and enamel comb, 14cm long (7)Please refer to department for condition report
A six piece silver mounted vanity set, comprising: a hand mirror, four brushes, and a comb, Chester, 1919, James William Benson, with repeating floral motifs and central cartouche with monogram; together with a silver mounted hand mirror, decorated with cherubs and scrolling foliage, Birmingham, 1906, rubbed maker's mark; and a small silver mounted hand mirror, Birmingham, 1919, probably Samuel M Levi (8)Please refer to department for condition report
Please note that the large head and the hat are no longer in this lot (please see lot 290 for the hat) An Ashanti tribal head rest, an oversized afro comb, a pottery wall mask and two wooden figuresAn Ashanti tribal head rest, an oversized afro comb, a pottery wall mask and two wooden figures Condition Report:Available upon request
A selection of silver and silver mounted tableware and accessories, to include an Art Deco enamelled silver and cut glass dressing table jar, Asprey & Co Ltd, London 1936, of rectangular form with reeded detail, white guilloche enamel cover with applied marcasite monogrammed initials, 6cm x 4cm x 4cm (at fault), a silver mounted part dressing table set, Broadway & Co, Birmingham 1959-60, comprising mirror, hairbrush, comb and clothes brush, mirror 23.5cm long, a selection of eight George III and later silver teaspoons, measuring between 10.4cm and 14.2cm, and two silver posy vases, tallest 18.3cm (15) (at fault)
A Swiss musical box, Nicole Freres, No 27744, playing four airs as listed on the original tune sheet to the underside of the lid, having 20.5cm pinned cylinder and one piece comb stamped NICOLE FRERES, the mahogany red-stained walnut case with drop-end to access winding square and three control levers, 37cm l Working order, dusty / oily, comb with surface rust as evident from image, exterior of case dry and dusty with old blackened mostly minor scratches
A 19th Century continental musical picture clock depicting hunters before a village on the edge of an alpine lake, the clocktower with enamelled dial, oil on canvas, the clock movement signed Guyerdet Aine, Paris, with a separate striking movement and musical movement playing four aires, the frame 106cm wide x 84cm high x approximately 18cm deepThe frame repainted and with losses overall to the gesso ornament, particularly along the lower edge. The painting with losses particularly to the rock on which the hunters are resting, around the "clock dial" and further areas, and in need of a clean. And some craquelure to the surface and restoration needed. The movement seemingly complete but not tested. The pendulum present but lacking the top to join to the silk suspension. The musical movement seemingly complete but the tips of five of the comb teeth broken off.
AN ASSORMENT OF WHITE METAL JEWELLERY, COSTUME JEWELLERY, WATCHES, COINS AND BANKNOTES, VANITY SET, to include a gentlemans stainless steel 'Swatch' watch with brown patterned leather strap, approximate case width 40mm, dial signed 'Swatch Swiss AG 1994' approximate length of watch 200mm, watch not running, untested for timekeeping, a white metal cubic zirconia cross pendant, stamped 925, approximate length 20mm, a 'Chamilia' charm bracelet and two 'Chamilia' charms, with toggle clasp, stamped 925, approximate length 160mm, approximate gross weight of weighable silver 20.8 grams, together with three further watches untested, gem set bangle, tortoiseshell fan, a commemorative 'Silver Jubilee 1977' silver plated dish, a set of vanity brushes, comb and mirror, selection of foreign coins and banknotes, with further white metal sundries, etc
Six stamped Sterling 950 Chinese style tea spoons, a white metal dish with A.GROBER stamped on base, mark of City of Basel, and a miniature hand mirror and comb, a decorative brooch, stamped 925 chain( broken) ,two brooches, pendant, six various spoons, marker with tassle, pearl style necklace and costume jewellery.
A Swiss Late XIX Century Musical Box, contained in a stained rosewood case, transfer decorated with musical instruments and flowers (worn), playing twenty airs, brass barrel and steel comb, winding handle, 59cm long; A Book - Ord-Hume (Arthur J.G.) Collecting Musical Boxes and How to Repair Them, pub by George Allen and Unwin, 1967. (2)
J. W. Benson Ltd Ludgate Hill London; A c.Early XX Century Travelling Case, fitted to the watered silk interior with assorted matched hallmarked silver topped bottles / jars, hallmarked silver backed brushes, hand mirror and comb (including London 1902, 1913, 1914), also fitted with a rectangular trinket box, stationery folder, address book (used), ink pots, mother of pearl handled implements and hallmarked silver handled scissors, etc, case lid 46cm wide.
A PRIMITIVE GREEN-PAINTED ASH, ELM AND SYCAMORE WINDSOR ARMCHAIR early 19th century, the shaped cresting rail over a comb back, with a square seat on turned and splayed legs, 95cm high x 63cm wide x 63cm deepProvenance: The Richard Pratley Collection of English Furniture, Naïve and Folk Art.
A BLACK ONYX AND GOLD BROOCH. centred with a small pearl and with black enamel decoration, locket compartment to the reverse, 4.5cm wide, together with a pair of similar drop earrings, 4.5cm long, a tortoiseshell and paste set hair comb, a gold locket pendant, and a paste and pearl set silver pendant. **BP 22.5% inc VAT + Lot Fee of £8
A pair of 19th century ruby cased glass and gilt metal vases the trumpet vases with cut barbed rims and panel and comb cut decoration, supported on gilt metal urn bases with twin loose ring dragon handles, raised on an openwork quatreform base with masks and scrolled paw feet, 16 ¾in. (42.5cm.) high. (2)* Condition: Gilt wear. One floral mount missing from base of urn on each vase. No damage to glass.
A very fine quality cut glass large bowl probably Bohemian, mid-20th century, with toothed, scalloped rim and petal basal cutting above a star cut foot, the exterior with densely cut panels with star, sunburst, crossed prismatic and comb cutting, 15¾in. (40cm.) diameter; together with a similar covered sweetmeat dish. (2)
HENRY WILSON (1864-1934) ARTS & CRAFTS HAIR COMB TERMINAL, CIRCA 1905 white metal, enamel and moonstoneDimensions:8cm x 8cmNote: Note: For a similar design for a hair comb terminal but with different roundel designs, please see V&A Museum collection accession no. E.669:293-1955. A Buckle and Belt Tag in the same collection (accession no. M.5:1 to 3-2002) shows a roundel with a similar stag design.
John Melville, British 1902-1986 The Spanish Comb, 1964; oil on canvas, signed and dated lower right 'John Melville 1964', titled to the reverse, 126 x 94.3 cm (ARR) Note: a self-taught artist, Melville was one the key members of the vital Birmingham Surrealists, along with Conroy Maddox, and fundamentally one of the most important Surrealist artists working in the UK. His work was included in all major Surrealist exhibitions in the England in the 1930s and 40s. This is an example of a few portraits likely inspired by Picasso. For another example, see "Portrait of a Lady", 1947 in St Anne's College, University of Oxford. Please refer to department for condition report
A Merryweather pattern brass fireman's helmet,late 19th to early 20th century, the comb embossed with dragons, mounted to the front with crossed axe panel, complete with brass rose bosses and interlinked, leather-backed chin chain, the interior with leather lining, 27cm highCondition ReportDents throughout, with a particularly large dent leading to a crack to the side. The top of the comb has come away. Cracks and wear to the leather lining.
A set of six Onslow pattern silver teaspoons,by John Millward Banks, Chester 1898 together with silver jewellery box,by Synyer & Beddoes, Birmingham 1918, a folding silver pocket comb, by E J Trevitt & Sons Ltd, Chester 1930,10cm diameter,and a set of mother of pearl fish knives and forks,weighable 5ozt (qty.)Condition ReportComb missing teeth.Trinket box body cannot be weighed as its loaded, the hinged lid has come detached.Boxes worn.Surface wear and tarnishing to all.
WINE LABELS:-. nine silver labels, 20th century, two others unmarked and three Sheffield plate examples, together with a silver hair comb, Chester 1906, a Victorian buckle, Chester 1887 and another, Birmingham 1897; the comb 3.5" (9cm) long; 3.65oz weighable silver (17). **BP: 22.5% (inc VAT) + Lot Fee of £8
A collection of early and original Beatles items to include, original yellow submarine stationary that has some water damage, a photo album pin badge, a Ringo star (Dollar), a Beatles badge that was advertised in the 'Beatles Monthly' no. 8, a Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band patch, a photograph, a hair comb, collectable coins, Cigar bands, matchboxes, and Vlinder matchbox covers.
A collection of Beatles ephemera to inc: original oversized plastic comb by 'Lido Toys' (measures 38 x 7.5cm) (with one tooth damaged), 1964 fan club issued badge with Christies COA (1988), a Please Please Me reel (TA PMC 1202, some wear and damage to box), a 25th anniversary wallet, a framed set of 10 Warus cigarette cards, a framed set of four postcards.
Oval model with embossed decorations, intended as a comb box but covered with felt on the inside to store teaspoons. United Kingdom, London, Rosenthal, Jacob & Co (Julius (Judah) Rosenthal & Samuel Jacob), 1890, hallmarks: lion, panther head, maker's mark, P - light signs of use. 104 grams, 925/1000. Dim. L 18.5 cm, W 4.5 cm, H 2.5 cm.
A George V silver mounted three piece brush set, comprising comprising hair brush, hand mirror and comb, the silver mounts embossed with fan, ribbon and bell flower pendant designs, marks for Birmingham 1916, maker William Neale & Son Ltd, some bending and denting, scratches etc. Sold together with a solver squat candlestick with rubbed marks for Birmingham, 8cm 166grams gross weighted.
A 1960's silver three-piece dressing table set, comprising hand mirror, hair brush and comb of traditional design with engine-turned surface decoration and polished borders, marks for London 1962, Garrard & Co. CONDITION REPORT No major faults seen Handle of brush slightly tarnished, bristles overall in good order Overall in good condition
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