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Lot 3101
Pokemon TCG. Base Set Near Complete - This lot includes a unlimited set of the English release of the Base Set, the first ever Pokemon set in English! Contains 4 holos and all non holos. Comes in a Original Pokémon binder. This item is from the collection of the former Managing Director of Wizards of the Coast in the UK, Stephen Wilks. Condition Report: Conditions range from Light play to Near Mint.
Lot 3095
Pokemon TCG. Base Set Complete Set - This lot includes a full set of the English release of the Base Set, the first ever Pokemon set in English! Highlights are the Charizard, Blastoise and Venusaur and this set comes in a Original Pokemon binder. There are a couple of shadowless cards in the set. This item is from the collection of the former Managing Director of Wizards of the Coast in the UK, Stephen Wilks. Condition Report: Condition ranges from light play to near mint.
Lot 262
Autographs - Sporting inc Golfers Tiger Woods, Arnold Palmer, Seve Ballesteros and Jack Nicolaus, Cricketers, Gary Sobers, Geoff Boycott, Shane Warne, Bon Bradman cigarette card, 120 year of country Cricket Collection Australian tour 1993, signed first day covers inc Mike Gatting , Graeme Hick, Alan Lamb, etc, centenary test matches, 1977 Melbourne, 1980 England etc
Lot 907
50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE MOON LANDING 1969 - 2019 SILVER BAR AND COIN SET(the silver bar .62.2g) (the coin c.26.73g), in the original box and capsule with Certificate of Authenticity; and a 50th anniversary of the First Moon Landing 2019 Titanium coin (c.26g), in the original box and capsule with Certificate of Authenticity (2)
Lot 163
THREE GOLD WEDDING BANDSincluding two in 22ct gold, the first 3.8mm wide, full British hallmarks for Birmingham, 1887, UK size N / Eu size 54; the second 3.0mm wide, full British hallmarks for Birmingham, 1927, UK size L / Eu size 51, (gross 22ct gold weight - c.9.1g); together with one in 18ct gold, 5.2mm wide, stamped '18K', UK size O / Eu size 55, (gross 18ct gold weight - c.5.7g) (3)
Lot 279
TWO COLOURED BEAD NECKLACESthe first comprising a series of drilled coloured oval beads with colourful mosaic designs, strung on a 9ct gold curb link chain, secured with two bull ring clasps, stamped '9Ct', 52.0cm / 20.5in; together with a moulded glass bead necklace comprising a series of graduating drilled blue and green moulded glass beads, secured with an engine turned twist clasp, no assay marks, 41.0cm / 16.0in, (gross weight - c.108.2g)
Lot 373
A gold 'comptometer' maths award signet ring, possibly American, first half of 20th century; with an incised shield with mathematical symbols and black champlevé enamel detail, into tapered shoulders and a plain flat section shank, stamped 10K, tested as approximately 9ct gold, 2.75g Ring size KCondition ReportVery minor loss of enamel to + symbol, minor scratches and pitting to enamel surface. Visible by 10x magnification.Marks and scratches to surfaces.Minor tarnish.
Lot 335
A gold charm bracelet, a gold hollow curb link bracelet, 160mm long, Birmingham 1904, suspending nineteen gold charms to include, a crown, a mermaid, an hourglass, an articulated fish, a first aid box, a book of old masters paintings, a dog house, a carriage, etc., and two loose gold examples, all hallmarked or tested as approximately 9ct gold, and a horse charm, tested as approximately 14ct gold, 37.98g (3)Condition ReportClasp secures.Loss to enamel of crown and first aid box.Marks and scratches to surfaces.Tarnish.
Lot 1042
TWO CHINESE FAMILLE ROSE PLATES (2)Qianlong The first of octagonal form, painted with two deer beneath a suspended double gourd and flowers, the second a soup plate enamelled with flowers, each approx. 22cm wideOctagonal plate- extensive restoration around the rim. Long haircrack across the centre. Some wear to the enamels.Soup plate- Haircrack to the rim, approx. 6cm length with a small chip to underside of rim at the top of the crack.
Lot 1073
TWO CHINESE FAMILLE ROSE VASES (3)The first of pear form enamelled with scattered medallions, iron red four character mark reading `Hall of Extended Remoteness', 24cm high, wood stand; the second of bottle form painted with three warriors on horseback, 25cm highThe first vase with a fine haircrack to the rim, approx. 1.5cm length.The second vase with minor wear to the gilding
Lot 1143
TWO CHINESE BAMBOO BRUSH POTS (2)Late 19th/20th century The first carved in low relief on one side with an elephant and attendant, the reverse with a four character mark, the second carved with a figure in a boat beneath pine trees, 15.5cm and 19.5cm highThe smaller brush pot with some splits and with five metal brackets around the rim and base to stop the splits from opening up.The taller brush pot with some splits, a small chip and some wear
Lot 481
Five Chinese wooden jar/vase covers, 19th/20th century. Largest diameter 13cm; a Chinese blue and white porcelain ginger jar cover, 19th century, underside diameter 11cm; and a Chinese carved wood stand, 19th century, height 2.5cm, length 8.3cm, width 4cm; and a Japanese circular red lacquer pot and cover, early 20th century, height 8.3cm, diameter 11.5cm. (8)The Vandekar family established their internationally renowned antiques dealership in Amsterdam before moving to London in 1916. They specialized in the decorative arts of the 17th-20th century with a particular interest in 18th-19th century European and Chinese ceramics. In the 1970s and 80s, Michael Beard worked as a ceramics expert in the London showroom of Earle D. Vandekar of Knightsbridge, travelling internationally to trade shows and antiques fairs, and helping with the launch of the New York branch of Vandekar in 1982. There is no surprise that he leaves in his estate some beautiful examples of porcelain, ceramics, and objets d’art. When Michael retired to Cornwall around 1988 he settled at first in St Ives, where he became a prominent patron of the arts and a devoted member of the Old Cornwall Society. On his death he has left a collection boasting some fine examples of Cornish painting, sculpture, studio pottery, and decorative chinoiserie.Please see images for damages
Lot 358
A Chinese carved horn snuff bottle, Qing Dynasty, 18th/19th century. Height 8.5cm, width 5.5cm, depth 2cm.The Vandekar family established their internationally renowned antiques dealership in Amsterdam before moving to London in 1916. They specialized in the decorative arts of the 17th-20th century with a particular interest in 18th-19th century European and Chinese ceramics. In the 1970s and 80s, Michael Beard worked as a ceramics expert in the London showroom of Earle D. Vandekar of Knightsbridge, travelling internationally to trade shows and antiques fairs, and helping with the launch of the New York branch of Vandekar in 1982. There is no surprise that he leaves in his estate some beautiful examples of porcelain, ceramics, and objets d’art. When Michael retired to Cornwall around 1988 he settled at first in St Ives, where he became a prominent patron of the arts and a devoted member of the Old Cornwall Society. On his death he has left a collection boasting some fine examples of Cornish painting, sculpture, studio pottery, and decorative chinoiserie.
Lot 132
A Chinese blue and white porcelain plate, circa 1800. Depicting eight children playing 'Blind Mans Bluff', diameter 21cm.The Vandekar family established their internationally renowned antiques dealership in Amsterdam before moving to London in 1916. They specialized in the decorative arts of the 17th-20th century with a particular interest in 18th-19th century European and Chinese ceramics. In the 1970s and 80s, Michael Beard worked as a ceramics expert in the London showroom of Earle D. Vandekar of Knightsbridge, travelling internationally to trade shows and antiques fairs, and helping with the launch of the New York branch of Vandekar in 1982. There is no surprise that he leaves in his estate some beautiful examples of porcelain, ceramics, and objets d’art. When Michael retired to Cornwall around 1988 he settled at first in St Ives, where he became a prominent patron of the arts and a devoted member of the Old Cornwall Society. On his death he has left a collection boasting some fine examples of Cornish painting, sculpture, studio pottery, and decorative chinoiserie.No condition issues.
Lot 298
A Chinese black lacquered gilt decorated games box, early 20th century. The cover decorated with birds perched on a rock beneath a tree, with further floral sprays, opening to reveal four rectangular lidded boxes, on short bracket feet, height 8cm, width 26.5cm, depth 21cm.The Vandekar family established their internationally renowned antiques dealership in Amsterdam before moving to London in 1916. They specialized in the decorative arts of the 17th-20th century with a particular interest in 18th-19th century European and Chinese ceramics. In the 1970s and 80s, Michael Beard worked as a ceramics expert in the London showroom of Earle D. Vandekar of Knightsbridge, travelling internationally to trade shows and antiques fairs, and helping with the launch of the New York branch of Vandekar in 1982. There is no surprise that he leaves in his estate some beautiful examples of porcelain, ceramics, and objets d’art. When Michael retired to Cornwall around 1988 he settled at first in St Ives, where he became a prominent patron of the arts and a devoted member of the Old Cornwall Society. On his death he has left a collection boasting some fine examples of Cornish painting, sculpture, studio pottery, and decorative chinoiserie.
Lot 37
A Chinese famille rose porcelain bowl, 19th century. Floral and bamboo decorated, Qianlong mark to base, height 4.7cm, diameter 11.5cm.The Vandekar family established their internationally renowned antiques dealership in Amsterdam before moving to London in 1916. They specialized in the decorative arts of the 17th-20th century with a particular interest in 18th-19th century European and Chinese ceramics. In the 1970s and 80s, Michael Beard worked as a ceramics expert in the London showroom of Earle D. Vandekar of Knightsbridge, travelling internationally to trade shows and antiques fairs, and helping with the launch of the New York branch of Vandekar in 1982. There is no surprise that he leaves in his estate some beautiful examples of porcelain, ceramics, and objets d’art. When Michael retired to Cornwall around 1988 he settled at first in St Ives, where he became a prominent patron of the arts and a devoted member of the Old Cornwall Society. On his death he has left a collection boasting some fine examples of Cornish painting, sculpture, studio pottery, and decorative chinoiserie.There is a small chip and a significant chip from which runs a 4cm crack. There is no other damage and apparently no restoration.
Lot 656
Yuyo mokuyai shocan (hajimete hen) A book relating to Japanese timbers, with old handwritten note inscribed 'A quick glance at some woeful timbers: compiled for the first time'. Dated: 11th. month 7th. years of Meiji. This copy belonged to Dr Marie C. Stopes'. With two secimans to each leaf, both recto and versos, original wraps and slipcase, very good condition, index in English. 17.5 x 12.5cm; together with three sheets of separate information regarding the 'Standard name of timber in Malaya' etc.
Lot 412
Two large Japanese gold lacquer combs, Edo period. The first with leaping carp, 6.5 x 12.5cm and the other depicting Gods seated beneath a tree,7 x 12.5cm; another comb depicting a tree with mother-of-pearl decorated leaves, signed, 3.5 x 9cm; three other Japanese gold lacquered combs and a Miriam Slater Collection comb decorated with a landscape lake scene, 3.5 x 9cm. (7)From the collection of Pat Johnstone, a Cornish artist and sculptor, who also had a passion for collecting Asian antiques and especially Japanese combs, kogai and kanzashi. Her collection has been curated for over 40 years and includes items from the Miriam Slater collection.
Lot 360
A Chinese hardwood quartetto of tables, early 20th century. With burl wood rectangular tops on legs of square section, joined by stretchers, largest height 64.5cm, width 48.5cm, depth 34.5cm The Vandekar family established their internationally renowned antiques dealership in Amsterdam before moving to London in 1916. They specialized in the decorative arts of the 17th-20th century with a particular interest in 18th-19th century European and Chinese ceramics. In the 1970s and 80s, Michael Beard worked as a ceramics expert in the London showroom of Earle D. Vandekar of Knightsbridge, travelling internationally to trade shows and antiques fairs, and helping with the launch of the New York branch of Vandekar in 1982. There is no surprise that he leaves in his estate some beautiful examples of porcelain, ceramics, and objets d’art. When Michael retired to Cornwall around 1988 he settled at first in St Ives, where he became a prominent patron of the arts and a devoted member of the Old Cornwall Society. On his death he has left a collection boasting some fine examples of Cornish painting, sculpture, studio pottery, and decorative chinoiserie.
Lot 483
A Chinese porcelain plate, Qianlong period. The centre decorated with flowerheads, within three outer borders, diameter 22cm; two Chinese blue and white porcelain shallow bowls, 18th century, height 3.5cm, diameter 22 and 21.5cm; and a Chinese famille rose bowl, 18th century, height 8cm, diameter 19.5cm. (4)The Vandekar family established their internationally renowned antiques dealership in Amsterdam before moving to London in 1916. They specialized in the decorative arts of the 17th-20th century with a particular interest in 18th-19th century European and Chinese ceramics. In the 1970s and 80s, Michael Beard worked as a ceramics expert in the London showroom of Earle D. Vandekar of Knightsbridge, travelling internationally to trade shows and antiques fairs, and helping with the launch of the New York branch of Vandekar in 1982. There is no surprise that he leaves in his estate some beautiful examples of porcelain, ceramics, and objets d’art. When Michael retired to Cornwall around 1988 he settled at first in St Ives, where he became a prominent patron of the arts and a devoted member of the Old Cornwall Society. On his death he has left a collection boasting some fine examples of Cornish painting, sculpture, studio pottery, and decorative chinoiserie.
Lot 217
Two Chinese blanc de chine figures of Guanyin, 20th century. Height 38.5cm, width 10cm, depth 9cm. (2)The Vandekar family established their internationally renowned antiques dealership in Amsterdam before moving to London in 1916. They specialized in the decorative arts of the 17th-20th century with a particular interest in 18th-19th century European and Chinese ceramics. In the 1970s and 80s, Michael Beard worked as a ceramics expert in the London showroom of Earle D. Vandekar of Knightsbridge, travelling internationally to trade shows and antiques fairs, and helping with the launch of the New York branch of Vandekar in 1982. There is no surprise that he leaves in his estate some beautiful examples of porcelain, ceramics, and objets d’art. When Michael retired to Cornwall around 1988 he settled at first in St Ives, where he became a prominent patron of the arts and a devoted member of the Old Cornwall Society. On his death he has left a collection boasting some fine examples of Cornish painting, sculpture, studio pottery, and decorative chinoiserieNeither figure is restored, one is perfect the other has a chipped fingertip and a chipped petal tip
Lot 359
A pair of Chinese carved wood vase covers, circa 1900. Diameter 6cm, inner diameter 3.5cm, height 4cm; a Chinese carved wood stand, diameter 5cm, inner diameter 2.5cm, height 2.5cm, two Chinese blue and white porcelain ginger jar covers, diameter 9.5cm; a Japanese netsuke, signed, height 4cm, width 3cm; two Japanese bone inros, length 6.5cm and 5.5cm; a Chinese carved walnut, 3.5 x 4cm; a Chinese porcelain vase, 20th century, height 9.5cm, diameter 5.5cm; and a large Tibetan brass pendant, early 20th century, diameter 10.5cm. (11)The Vandekar family established their internationally renowned antiques dealership in Amsterdam before moving to London in 1916. They specialized in the decorative arts of the 17th-20th century with a particular interest in 18th-19th century European and Chinese ceramics. In the 1970s and 80s, Michael Beard worked as a ceramics expert in the London showroom of Earle D. Vandekar of Knightsbridge, travelling internationally to trade shows and antiques fairs, and helping with the launch of the New York branch of Vandekar in 1982. There is no surprise that he leaves in his estate some beautiful examples of porcelain, ceramics, and objets d’art. When Michael retired to Cornwall around 1988 he settled at first in St Ives, where he became a prominent patron of the arts and a devoted member of the Old Cornwall Society. On his death he has left a collection boasting some fine examples of Cornish painting, sculpture, studio pottery, and decorative chinoiserie.
Lot 86
A Chinese grey-green jade vase, Qing Dynasty, 18th/19th century. With attached circular paper label inscribed 'L. WANNIECK, PARIS, Kien Song 1736/1795', of baluster form, with ring handles above leaf carved shoulders, the body carved in low relief, with central acanthus leaf decoration above the foot-rim, on original carved wood stand, vase height 12.5cm, width 5.5cm, depth 1.5cm, stand height 2.7cm.Leon Wannieck was a Parisian Asian art dealer in the early 1900's. The Maison L. Wannieck possessed the historical particularity, rare in that period for an antique dealer specialised in Chinese arts in the period, to have founded in Beijing on the Tiananmen Square in 1902. This parent company, where Francis Perault seems to have served as relay, every two weeks or so supplied the Paris gallery, located first at 5 rue d'Enghien (10th arrondissement), then at 1 rue Saint-Georges (9th arrondissement) from 1914 on (Wannieck L. 1911). Some pieces were acquired from Beijing antique dealers, whereas others were purchased from locals undertaking digs (Rostovtzeff M. 1929, p. 111). He or his nephews appear to have archaeologically dug items up themselves! Private collection of a Parisian lady (1876-1964), whence by family descent to the present South West Cornwall vendor. This is in excellent unrestored condition
Lot 34
Various Chinese carved wood stands and covers, 19th/20th century. Five stands and four covers, including a carved dragon decorated stand, height 7cm, diameter 19cm, inner diameter 15.5cm. (9)The Vandekar family established their internationally renowned antiques dealership in Amsterdam before moving to London in 1916. They specialized in the decorative arts of the 17th-20th century with a particular interest in 18th-19th century European and Chinese ceramics. In the 1970s and 80s, Michael Beard worked as a ceramics expert in the London showroom of Earle D. Vandekar of Knightsbridge, travelling internationally to trade shows and antiques fairs, and helping with the launch of the New York branch of Vandekar in 1982. There is no surprise that he leaves in his estate some beautiful examples of porcelain, ceramics, and objets d’art. When Michael retired to Cornwall around 1988 he settled at first in St Ives, where he became a prominent patron of the arts and a devoted member of the Old Cornwall Society. On his death he has left a collection boasting some fine examples of Cornish painting, sculpture, studio pottery, and decorative chinoiserieOne cover lacking finial.
Lot 36
A pair of Chinese carved bamboo brush pots, Qing Dynasty, 19th century. Carved with figures, pagodas and trees, height 12.5cm, width 6cm, depth 5.5cm. (2)The Vandekar family established their internationally renowned antiques dealership in Amsterdam before moving to London in 1916. They specialized in the decorative arts of the 17th-20th century with a particular interest in 18th-19th century European and Chinese ceramics. In the 1970s and 80s, Michael Beard worked as a ceramics expert in the London showroom of Earle D. Vandekar of Knightsbridge, travelling internationally to trade shows and antiques fairs, and helping with the launch of the New York branch of Vandekar in 1982. There is no surprise that he leaves in his estate some beautiful examples of porcelain, ceramics, and objets d’art. When Michael retired to Cornwall around 1988 he settled at first in St Ives, where he became a prominent patron of the arts and a devoted member of the Old Cornwall Society. On his death he has left a collection boasting some fine examples of Cornish painting, sculpture, studio pottery, and decorative chinoiserie.
Lot 215
A Chinese cloisonne circular jar and cover, late 19th century. The cover decorated with a single dragon, the body with two dragons chasing the flaming pearl, height 9.5cm, diameter 9.2cm and a Chinese closionne floral decorated ginger jar and cover, early 20th century, height 16.5cm, diameter 13.5cm. (2)The Vandekar family established their internationally renowned antiques dealership in Amsterdam before moving to London in 1916. They specialized in the decorative arts of the 17th-20th century with a particular interest in 18th-19th century European and Chinese ceramics. In the 1970s and 80s, Michael Beard worked as a ceramics expert in the London showroom of Earle D. Vandekar of Knightsbridge, travelling internationally to trade shows and antiques fairs, and helping with the launch of the New York branch of Vandekar in 1982. There is no surprise that he leaves in his estate some beautiful examples of porcelain, ceramics, and objets d’art. When Michael retired to Cornwall around 1988 he settled at first in St Ives, where he became a prominent patron of the arts and a devoted member of the Old Cornwall Society. On his death he has left a collection boasting some fine examples of Cornish painting, sculpture, studio pottery, and decorative chinoiserie.
Lot 576
A Chinese celadon glazed tea bowl, Height 3.3cm, diameter 9cm.The Vandekar family established their internationally renowned antiques dealership in Amsterdam before moving to London in 1916. They specialized in the decorative arts of the 17th-20th century with a particular interest in 18th-19th century European and Chinese ceramics. In the 1970s and 80s, Michael Beard worked as a ceramics expert in the London showroom of Earle D. Vandekar of Knightsbridge, travelling internationally to trade shows and antiques fairs, and helping with the launch of the New York branch of Vandekar in 1982. There is no surprise that he leaves in his estate some beautiful examples of porcelain, ceramics, and objets d’art. When Michael retired to Cornwall around 1988 he settled at first in St Ives, where he became a prominent patron of the arts and a devoted member of the Old Cornwall Society. On his death he has left a collection boasting some fine examples of Cornish painting, sculpture, studio pottery, and decorative chinoiserie.No real condition issues. A couple of incidences of pitting as photographed. Very good++
Lot 16
A Chinese martaban ovoid tapering jar, Ming Dynasty, Seal mark, with four lug handles and dark brown glaze, height 37.5cm, width 29cm.The Vandekar family established their internationally renowned antiques dealership in Amsterdam before moving to London in 1916. They specialized in the decorative arts of the 17th-20th century with a particular interest in 18th-19th century European and Chinese ceramics. In the 1970s and 80s, Michael Beard worked as a ceramics expert in the London showroom of Earle D. Vandekar of Knightsbridge, travelling internationally to trade shows and antiques fairs, and helping with the launch of the New York branch of Vandekar in 1982. There is no surprise that he leaves in his estate some beautiful examples of porcelain, ceramics, and objets d’art. When Michael retired to Cornwall around 1988 he settled at first in St Ives, where he became a prominent patron of the arts and a devoted member of the Old Cornwall Society. On his death he has left a collection boasting some fine examples of Cornish painting, sculpture, studio pottery, and decorative chinoiserie.
Lot 131
A Chinese cinnabar lacquer rectangular box, early 20th century. Height 4cm, width 10cm, depth 8.5cm and a Chinese cinnabar lacquer box, mid 20th century, height 6cm, width 18.5cm, depth 18cm. (2)The Vandekar family established their internationally renowned antiques dealership in Amsterdam before moving to London in 1916. They specialized in the decorative arts of the 17th-20th century with a particular interest in 18th-19th century European and Chinese ceramics. In the 1970s and 80s, Michael Beard worked as a ceramics expert in the London showroom of Earle D. Vandekar of Knightsbridge, travelling internationally to trade shows and antiques fairs, and helping with the launch of the New York branch of Vandekar in 1982. There is no surprise that he leaves in his estate some beautiful examples of porcelain, ceramics, and objets d’art. When Michael retired to Cornwall around 1988 he settled at first in St Ives, where he became a prominent patron of the arts and a devoted member of the Old Cornwall Society. On his death he has left a collection boasting some fine examples of Cornish painting, sculpture, studio pottery, and decorative chinoiserie.
Lot 487
A Chinese blue and white porcelain vase, 20th century. Depicting a woodland scene including scholars on horseback and a kneeling servant, the border with stylised deer, in the Ming style, height 23.5cm, diameter 24cm.The Vandekar family established their internationally renowned antiques dealership in Amsterdam before moving to London in 1916. They specialized in the decorative arts of the 17th-20th century with a particular interest in 18th-19th century European and Chinese ceramics. In the 1970s and 80s, Michael Beard worked as a ceramics expert in the London showroom of Earle D. Vandekar of Knightsbridge, travelling internationally to trade shows and antiques fairs, and helping with the launch of the New York branch of Vandekar in 1982. There is no surprise that he leaves in his estate some beautiful examples of porcelain, ceramics, and objets d’art. When Michael retired to Cornwall around 1988 he settled at first in St Ives, where he became a prominent patron of the arts and a devoted member of the Old Cornwall Society. On his death he has left a collection boasting some fine examples of Cornish painting, sculpture, studio pottery, and decorative chinoiserie.This well-formed piece is in excellent condition. Pitting from firing, but no chips or cracks evident.
Lot 35
Five Chinese porcelain tea bowls and saucers, 18th century. Three further tea bowls and two Chinese porcelain cups. (15)The Vandekar family established their internationally renowned antiques dealership in Amsterdam before moving to London in 1916. They specialized in the decorative arts of the 17th-20th century with a particular interest in 18th-19th century European and Chinese ceramics. In the 1970s and 80s, Michael Beard worked as a ceramics expert in the London showroom of Earle D. Vandekar of Knightsbridge, travelling internationally to trade shows and antiques fairs, and helping with the launch of the New York branch of Vandekar in 1982. There is no surprise that he leaves in his estate some beautiful examples of porcelain, ceramics, and objets d’art. When Michael retired to Cornwall around 1988 he settled at first in St Ives, where he became a prominent patron of the arts and a devoted member of the Old Cornwall Society. On his death he has left a collection boasting some fine examples of Cornish painting, sculpture, studio pottery, and decorative chinoiserieSome pieces have chips, some with small nibbles to rim, one cup with a restored crack, images of damage now on our website.
Lot 13
A Chinese gilt bronze censer and cover, late Ming Dynasty. Xuande mark, with elephant mask handles, the body with dragons amongst clouds in high relief, with pierced cover and scroll feet, height 15.5cm, width 19cm, depth 15.5cm.The Vandekar family established their internationally renowned antiques dealership in Amsterdam before moving to London in 1916. They specialized in the decorative arts of the 17th-20th century with a particular interest in 18th-19th century European and Chinese ceramics. In the 1970s and 80s, Michael Beard worked as a ceramics expert in the London showroom of Earle D. Vandekar of Knightsbridge, travelling internationally to trade shows and antiques fairs, and helping with the launch of the New York branch of Vandekar in 1982. There is no surprise that he leaves in his estate some beautiful examples of porcelain, ceramics, and objets d’art. When Michael retired to Cornwall around 1988 he settled at first in St Ives, where he became a prominent patron of the arts and a devoted member of the Old Cornwall Society. On his death he has left a collection boasting some fine examples of Cornish painting, sculpture, studio pottery, and decorative chinoiserie. No damages. Weight of censer body 1702 grams. Weight of cover 318 grams.
Lot 321
Two similar Chinese porcelain saucer dishes, 18th century. Height 3cm, diameter 13.5cm, a Chinese blue and white porcelain floral dish, diameter 12.5cm and a Chinese blue and white dish, decorated with a river scene, diameter 11.5cm. (4)The Vandekar family established their internationally renowned antiques dealership in Amsterdam before moving to London in 1916. They specialized in the decorative arts of the 17th-20th century with a particular interest in 18th-19th century European and Chinese ceramics. In the 1970s and 80s, Michael Beard worked as a ceramics expert in the London showroom of Earle D. Vandekar of Knightsbridge, travelling internationally to trade shows and antiques fairs, and helping with the launch of the New York branch of Vandekar in 1982. There is no surprise that he leaves in his estate some beautiful examples of porcelain, ceramics, and objets d’art. When Michael retired to Cornwall around 1988 he settled at first in St Ives, where he became a prominent patron of the arts and a devoted member of the Old Cornwall Society. On his death he has left a collection boasting some fine examples of Cornish painting, sculpture, studio pottery, and decorative chinoiserie.There is no restoration and no hairline cracks. See images for chips
Lot 245
A Chinese peach bloom miniature baluster vase, 19th century. The reddish glaze shading to pale celadon, height 7cm, width 3.5cm.The Vandekar family established their internationally renowned antiques dealership in Amsterdam before moving to London in 1916. They specialized in the decorative arts of the 17th-20th century with a particular interest in 18th-19th century European and Chinese ceramics. In the 1970s and 80s, Michael Beard worked as a ceramics expert in the London showroom of Earle D. Vandekar of Knightsbridge, travelling internationally to trade shows and antiques fairs, and helping with the launch of the New York branch of Vandekar in 1982. There is no surprise that he leaves in his estate some beautiful examples of porcelain, ceramics, and objets d’art. When Michael retired to Cornwall around 1988 he settled at first in St Ives, where he became a prominent patron of the arts and a devoted member of the Old Cornwall Society. On his death he has left a collection boasting some fine examples of Cornish painting, sculpture, studio pottery, and decorative chinoiserie.Very good condition, no chips or cracks.
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