A PAIR OF ANGLO INDIAN "BOMBAY BLACKWOOD" FILIGREE SLIPPER CHAIRS, 1850-1890, the pierced rosewood backs centering a lion beast spewing leaves within a bead chain medallion issuing concentric lotus blooms, ivy wreath, and "S" scroll vines perched with affronted birds, at top a rosette issues a bellflower wreath, while long tailed birds search for hidden berries amongst densely packed leaves, below curved seats fit within a berry and leaf vine gallery, the cushion now upholstered in celadon green velvet with matching pipe trim sits atop a canopy skirt, the whole raised on legs of totem form with celestial star frogs issuing a cage of vines, and below a bird with star beak stands atop the nose of a beast, a front arched skirt echoes the central lion beast medallion, the back carved with like motif, but raised on animal feet in the form of a lion with flaming mouth and fruiting chest above a bird riding a fish, a totem of beasts representing the water, sky, and earth, raised on casters. Height: 32" Width: 20" Depth: 24" Note: This particular style of furniture originated in an area of west India known as the Bombay Presidency, best described as the colonial seat of power for British India, which was established as early as the 17th and 18th centuries. Popularized in the 1850s, "Bombay Blackwood" furniture swept the latter half of the Victorian era as a furniture of distinction, having considerable influence on the posh interior design of the late 19th century. The profusely carved furniture was found in the port of Bombay (now Mumbai), where traditional Parisi shipbuilders began producing furniture for export to the European and American markets, hiring woodcarvers from rural cities like Ahmedabad and Surat in the northerly state of Gujarat. In the northern Gujarati taste combined with European Rococo Revival elements; the form of the chair is overall a balloon back, however, the low seat suggests that it would serve most likely as a slipper chair. Unusually, Alexander Jolliffe, Upholstery Conservator Trainee at the V&A, writes about a photograph at the Victoria & Albert Museum titled, "Hindu gentleman with a prie-dieu chair," suggesting perhaps a different interpretation of the function of the seats. Regional talents combined traditional Indian carving with modern (at the time) English chairs, producing remarkable furniture works of art. Condition: Some cracks along the grain, mild losses, old repairs, reupholstered, dust, some losses at seat gallery, expected wear and overall in good to very good condition, wear commensurate with age and use. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
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A WARD BENNETT CANE BACK BÈRGERE EN GONDOLE ROLLING ARMCHAIR, FOR BRICKEL ASSOCIATES, SIGNED, NEW YORK, 1964-1993, black oiled bentwood and cane with affixed black button tufted leather upholstered cushion, verso a red metal plaque, "WARD BENNETT DESIGNS FOR BRICKEL ASSOCIATES," a paper label signed in pencil in monogram, "W.B." Height: 40 3/4" Width: 25" Depth: 20" Note: Ward Bennett (American 1917-2003) Provenance: From the Estate of William Woodford, Houston, Texas. Condition: Some expected wear, losses at armrest of oiled finish, dust and debris, but overall in good to very good condition, wear commensurate with age and use. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
A VICTORIAN EBONIZED AND CARVED WOOD PEDESTAL STAND, SECOND HALF 19TH CENTURY, with a circular top enclosed by molded trim on a barley twist carved standard, ending on a turned cushion ring base within a stepped molding border and raised on ball feet. Height: 28" Diameter: 10 1/2" Provenance: Property from a Prominent River Oaks Estate Collection, Houston, Texas. Condition: The top slightly warped and water marked, normal age cracks, marks, small chips, scratches, dings, repairs and surface buildup throughout. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
Five vintage dress rings, a cushion shaped white metal cluster set with a cabochon black stone to centre surrounded by marcasite, ring size M, a brass ring set with three clear paste stones, size M, a white metal ring set with a purple stone and marcasite, size S, a rectangular blue paste stone in a yellow and white metal mount, shank marked 9ct&Sil, size K, a base metal ring set with large pink paste, size J.
A collection of silver to include:Victorian cushion shaped cigarette box, by Robert Pringle, London, 1881Purse on suspension chain, marks indistinct 950 silver compact decorated with Mount Fuji, stamped to reverseGeorge V silver mounted compact, London, 1928925 stamped miniature mug Russian niello tea strainer in box Czech squeeze box total gross weight approx 9ozt
A George V silver circular pin cushion with graduated silver foot, dented, London, 1913, maker's mark rubbed; an early 20th Century heart shape pin dish, the centre chased with Reynolds angels, marks rubbed; an Italian 800 standard navette shaped snuff box, the cover chased and engraved with a falconer on horseback and a white metal bangle (4)
An Arts Nouveau 15ct gold green tourmaline pendant, comprising a central cushion cut tourmaline within an open border of scroll and bead decoration, with an oval mother of pearl dropper, length approx 35mm, unmarked assessed as 15ct gold, total gross weight approx 2.3gms on a 9ct gold trace link chain, length approx 20'', weight approx 4gms Condition report: good- all stones present and intact
A 9ct gold gents wristwatch by J.W Benson, circa 1920's/30's, elongated cushion shaped dial, cream dial with Arabic markers, subsidiary dial, case approx 22 x 30mm, dial approx 18 x 24mm, on a brown leather strap, total gross weight approx 19gms, along with a gold plated Hirco ladies 1930's wristwatch, round dial, applied gold number markers on later plated snake link strap, cased, and a vintage Smiths lapel watch, round champagne dial with number markers with subsidiary dial, steel case (1 bag) Condition report: Benson winds and working at time of report, replacement crown wear and tear commensurate with age, two others not working CONDITION:Benson -foxing to dialreplacement crown winds and workingfine scratches to case, no inscriptionfine scratches to glass
A Jorgen Jensen pewter brooch, cushion shaped with engraved stylized man and horse, marked to reverse Pewter Jorgen Jensen Denmark No 163, a stylized flower pendant with chain, white metal marked R Tennesmed Sweden, along with a circular open work brooch and a copper coloured brooch ( 1 bag)
Collectors lot comprising mainly small treen boxes - a 'Freedom of the City of London' award to Henry William Rich rolled in original box, a miniature marquetry-finished chest of drawers, a Chinese style trinket box, a Victorian beaded pin cushion in the shape of a boot, a Chinese lacquered scribe box, Victorian carved ladies shoes, fossil and tray.*** Provenance: from the Estate of the late Sir John and Lady Harvey Jones (Sir John Harvey Jones MBE) ***
A Victorian gold bar brooch featuring a certified natural Burmese ruby of 1.18 carats, comprising a central old cut diamond weighing approximately 0.60 carat flanked by a cushion cut Burmese ruby and cushion cut sapphire in collet settings above tapering rope twist bar with two small diamond end stones, 2", accompanied by a GCS of London Lab Report stating the Burmese ruby shows no indications of heating.
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