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Lot 106
*Local Interest - After William Heaton Cooper RA (1903-1995), a coloured print, 'Grasmere In Midwinter', 25cm x 37cm, & 45cm x 55cm overall, plus two other coloured prints, the first after Jill Aldersley (1943-2007), 'Windermere', and the other after Tom Harland (1945-2012), 'Springtime On The Dorset Coast', a limited edition 114 of 1520
Lot 289
This piece is the first of a “Limited Disney Seriesâ€. Tinkerbell is made from clear crystal and has aurora borealis wings and comes with plaque. Swarovski etched backstamp. Figure measures: 2.25"W x 5"H. Plaque measures: 1.5"W x 1.5"H. This item has its original box. Box measures: 7.75"L x 7.75"W x 5"H. Artist: Edith MairIssued: 2008Manufacturer: SwarovskiCountry of Origin: AustriaCondition: Age related wear.
Lot 131
Style One, pistol handle. Brown hat; mask up; green coat; white cravat.Dick Turpin (1705 - 1739) joined forces with fellow highwayman Tom King, whom he accidentally shot. Before he died, King betrayed him. Dick Turpin was hanged in 1739 for the murder of an Epping Forest gamekeeper. The first style of the Dick Turpin jug has the mask up on the brim of the tricorn, and a pistol forms the handle. All of the sizes should have "R.T." inscribed on the pistol grip, however, it may be more obvious on certain jugs due to the casting variations. Artist: Charles Noke and Harry FentonIssued: 1940 - 1960Dimensions: 2.25"HManufacturer: Royal DoultonCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Good
Lot 129
Black hat; white feather; green tunic with gold trim.Under the banner of "All for one and one for all" Athos was one of the original musketeers in the 19th century novel by Alexandre Dumas. First issued as one of four in the Three Musketeers Series, Athos is now incorporated into the larger series, Characters from Literature. Artist: Max HenkIssued: 1960 - 1991Dimensions: 2.5"HManufacturer: Royal DoultonCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Good
Lot 82
HERMÈS Seidencarré "TOHU-BOHU PLISSEE", by Claudia Mayr, Entwurf erstmals erschienen 2004. 100% Seide. Kreisedesign mit verschiedenen Farben und den Bustaben des Labels. Handrollierter Saum. 90 x 90 cm. Box anbei. Sehr guter Zustand. | HERMÈS silk scarf "TOHU-BOHU PLISSEE", by Claudia Mayr, design first published in 2004. 100% silk. Circle design with different colours and the letters of the label. Handrolled hem. 90 x 90 cm. Box enclosed. Very good condition.
Lot 55
HERMÈS Stola "AXIS MUNDI", by Christine Henry, Entwurf erstmals erschienen 1999. Akt. NP.: 1.110,-€. 70 % Kaschmir und 30 % Seide. Die Weltachse, auch Himmelsachse, Weltsäule oder Weltensäule ist ein grundlegender Begriff kosmogonischer Mythen und bezeichnet die Verbindung zwischen dem Zentrum von Himmel und Erde. Handrollierte Säume. 140 x 140 cm. Box anbei. Gebrauchsspuren und gezogene Fäden vorhanden.| HERMÈS Stola "AXIS MUNDI", by Christine Henry, design first published 1999. nude. NP.: 1.110,-€. 70% cashmere and 30% silk. The world axis, also called heaven axis, world column or world column is a fundamental concept of cosmogonic myths and denotes the connection between the centre of heaven and earth. Hand-rolled hems. 140 x 140 cm. Box enclosed. Signs of wear and pulled threads present.
Lot 83
HERMÈS Konvolut "NUÉES IMAGINAIRES & PELAGES ET CAMOUFLAGE", by Christine Henry und Aline Honoré, Entwürfe erstmals erschienen 2011 und 2010. 100% Seide. Handrollierte Säume. 140 x 140 cm. Gut erhalten.| HERMÈS convolute "NUÉES IMAGINAIRES & PELAGES ET CAMOUFLAGE", by Christine Henry and Aline Honoré, designs first published 2011 and 2010. 100% silk. Hand-rolled hems. 140 x 140 cm. Well preserved.
Lot 126
HERMÈS Seidencarré "GAVROCHE LEGENDE KUNA", by Zoé Pauwels, Entwurf erstmals erschienen 2002. NP.: ca. 210,-€. 100% Seide. Die Kuna (auch Cuna, Eigenbezeichnung Dule, „Mensch“, in Kolumbien Tule) sind eine indigene Ethnie in Panama. Handrollierte Säume. 42 x 42 cm. Box anbei. Gebrauchsspuren vorhanden.| HERMÈS silk scarf "GAVROCHE LEGENDE KUNA", by Zoé Pauwels, design first published 2002. Retail price: approx. 210,-€. 100% silk. The Kuna (also Cuna, proper name Dule, "man", in Colombia Tule) are an indigenous ethnic group in Panama. Hand-rolled hems. 42 x 42 cm. Box enclosed. Signs of wear present.
Lot 38
A Chinese Blue and White Dragons Globular Vase Qing Dynasty. H: 15 1/4 in. W: 9 3/4 in. (39 cm x 25 cm) Prince Qingmi Yikuang (1838-1917) was the great-grandson of Emperor Qianlong and the Prince Gong. On the lunar new year of the 20th Guangxu era (February 6, 1894), Empress Dowager Cixi bestowed the title of Prince Qing upon him to celebrate his sixtieth birthday. He served as the leader of the military and political affairs, and after the abolition of the Grand Council and the Grand Secretariat, he became the first Prime Minister of the Cabinet. In the 26th year of Guangxu (1900), during the invasion of China by the Eight-Nation Alliance (The Siege of the International Legations), he was appointed, along with Li Hongzhang, to represent the Qing government in signing the "Boxer Protocol" the following year. After the Wuchang Uprising, he invited Yuan Shikai to serve as Prime Minister in his place and assumed the position of President of the Beiyang Government. Later, he worked with Yuan Shikai to persuade Empress Dowager Longyu to agree to Emperor Puyi's abdication. As the last hereditary Prince and a favorite of Empress Dowager Cixi, Yikuang received a large number of royal treasures from her as rewards. During his lifetime, he held a high position and had a significant influence. He also collected and received numerous valuable royal artworks. In the 6th year of the Republic of China (1917), Yikuang passed away due to illness, and his eldest son inherited his title and a substantial amount of family wealth. Yizhen (1876-1947), the eldest son of Yikuang, succeeded his father's title and became the last Prince Qing. In 1924, when Puyi was expelled from the palace, Yizhuan feared for his own safety and moved to the Tianjin British Concession. He invested 300,000 yuan and formed a partnership with Gaoxingqiao to build three buildings in the French Concession: the Quanyechang Market, the Transportation Hotel, and the Bohai Building. He engaged in business and investment activities, distancing himself from politics. The name of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market was derived from a poetic verse composed by Zaizhen, and the golden signboard of "Tianjin Quanyechang Market" was calligraphed by Hua Shikui, the calligrapher who wrote the edict of Emperor Puyi's abdication. Relying on bank interest and the sale of inherited assets, Yizhuan lived a luxurious life in Tianjin. A large number of artworks from the family collection were sold in Tianjin. Damien de Martel, the French Minister to China (Count Martel) (1878-1940), lived in China and other Asian countries for a long time. From 1933 to 1939, he served as the Plenipotentiary Minister to China, Latvia, and Japan, and he was an avid collector of Asian art. During his time in Tianjin, Damien de Martel acquired a large number of Chinese artworks that were sold from the Prince Qing's residence. After his death in his hometown in France in 1940, many of the artworks he collected were inherited by his family and are still preserved to this day. Most of these artworks purchased from the Prince Qing's residence are marked with the words Prince Qing's Residence in paint and labeled with the logo of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market.
Lot 32
A Chinese Blue and White Fish Dragon Zun Vase Qing Dynasty. H: 14 1/4 in. W: 11 3/8 in. (36.5 cm x 29 cm) Prince Qingmi Yikuang (1838-1917) was the great-grandson of Emperor Qianlong and the Prince Gong. On the lunar new year of the 20th Guangxu era (February 6, 1894), Empress Dowager Cixi bestowed the title of Prince Qing upon him to celebrate his sixtieth birthday. He served as the leader of the military and political affairs, and after the abolition of the Grand Council and the Grand Secretariat, he became the first Prime Minister of the Cabinet. In the 26th year of Guangxu (1900), during the invasion of China by the Eight-Nation Alliance (The Siege of the International Legations), he was appointed, along with Li Hongzhang, to represent the Qing government in signing the "Boxer Protocol" the following year. After the Wuchang Uprising, he invited Yuan Shikai to serve as Prime Minister in his place and assumed the position of President of the Beiyang Government. Later, he worked with Yuan Shikai to persuade Empress Dowager Longyu to agree to Emperor Puyi's abdication. As the last hereditary Prince and a favorite of Empress Dowager Cixi, Yikuang received a large number of royal treasures from her as rewards. During his lifetime, he held a high position and had a significant influence. He also collected and received numerous valuable royal artworks. In the 6th year of the Republic of China (1917), Yikuang passed away due to illness, and his eldest son inherited his title and a substantial amount of family wealth. Yizhen (1876-1947), the eldest son of Yikuang, succeeded his father's title and became the last Prince Qing. In 1924, when Puyi was expelled from the palace, Yizhuan feared for his own safety and moved to the Tianjin British Concession. He invested 300,000 yuan and formed a partnership with Gaoxingqiao to build three buildings in the French Concession: the Quanyechang Market, the Transportation Hotel, and the Bohai Building. He engaged in business and investment activities, distancing himself from politics. The name of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market was derived from a poetic verse composed by Zaizhen, and the golden signboard of "Tianjin Quanyechang Market" was calligraphed by Hua Shikui, the calligrapher who wrote the edict of Emperor Puyi's abdication. Relying on bank interest and the sale of inherited assets, Yizhuan lived a luxurious life in Tianjin. A large number of artworks from the family collection were sold in Tianjin. Damien de Martel, the French Minister to China (Count Martel) (1878-1940), lived in China and other Asian countries for a long time. From 1933 to 1939, he served as the Plenipotentiary Minister to China, Latvia, and Japan, and he was an avid collector of Asian art. During his time in Tianjin, Damien de Martel acquired a large number of Chinese artworks that were sold from the Prince Qing's residence. After his death in his hometown in France in 1940, many of the artworks he collected were inherited by his family and are still preserved to this day. Most of these artworks purchased from the Prince Qing's residence are marked with the words Prince Qing's Residence in paint and labeled with the logo of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market.
Lot 8
A Chinese Jun-ware Beaker Vase Zun Song Dynasty. H: 12 7/8 in. W: 10 5/8 in. (33 cm x 27 cm) Prince Qingmi Yikuang (1838-1917) was the great-grandson of Emperor Qianlong and the Prince Gong. On the lunar new year of the 20th Guangxu era (February 6, 1894), Empress Dowager Cixi bestowed the title of Prince Qing upon him to celebrate his sixtieth birthday. He served as the leader of the military and political affairs, and after the abolition of the Grand Council and the Grand Secretariat, he became the first Prime Minister of the Cabinet. In the 26th year of Guangxu (1900), during the invasion of China by the Eight-Nation Alliance (The Siege of the International Legations), he was appointed, along with Li Hongzhang, to represent the Qing government in signing the "Boxer Protocol" the following year. After the Wuchang Uprising, he invited Yuan Shikai to serve as Prime Minister in his place and assumed the position of President of the Beiyang Government. Later, he worked with Yuan Shikai to persuade Empress Dowager Longyu to agree to Emperor Puyi's abdication. As the last hereditary Prince and a favorite of Empress Dowager Cixi, Yikuang received a large number of royal treasures from her as rewards. During his lifetime, he held a high position and had a significant influence. He also collected and received numerous valuable royal artworks. In the 6th year of the Republic of China (1917), Yikuang passed away due to illness, and his eldest son inherited his title and a substantial amount of family wealth. Yizhen (1876-1947), the eldest son of Yikuang, succeeded his father's title and became the last Prince Qing. In 1924, when Puyi was expelled from the palace, Yizhuan feared for his own safety and moved to the Tianjin British Concession. He invested 300,000 yuan and formed a partnership with Gaoxingqiao to build three buildings in the French Concession: the Quanyechang Market, the Transportation Hotel, and the Bohai Building. He engaged in business and investment activities, distancing himself from politics. The name of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market was derived from a poetic verse composed by Zaizhen, and the golden signboard of "Tianjin Quanyechang Market" was calligraphed by Hua Shikui, the calligrapher who wrote the edict of Emperor Puyi's abdication. Relying on bank interest and the sale of inherited assets, Yizhuan lived a luxurious life in Tianjin. A large number of artworks from the family collection were sold in Tianjin. Damien de Martel, the French Minister to China (Count Martel) (1878-1940), lived in China and other Asian countries for a long time. From 1933 to 1939, he served as the Plenipotentiary Minister to China, Latvia, and Japan, and he was an avid collector of Asian art. During his time in Tianjin, Damien de Martel acquired a large number of Chinese artworks that were sold from the Prince Qing's residence. After his death in his hometown in France in 1940, many of the artworks he collected were inherited by his family and are still preserved to this day. Most of these artworks purchased from the Prince Qing's residence are marked with the words Prince Qing's Residence in paint and labeled with the logo of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market.
Lot 22
A Chinese Blue and White Landscape Vase Qing Dynasty. H: 16 7/8 in. W: 7 3/4 in. (43 cm x 20 cm) Prince Qingmi Yikuang (1838-1917) was the great-grandson of Emperor Qianlong and the Prince Gong. On the lunar new year of the 20th Guangxu era (February 6, 1894), Empress Dowager Cixi bestowed the title of Prince Qing upon him to celebrate his sixtieth birthday. He served as the leader of the military and political affairs, and after the abolition of the Grand Council and the Grand Secretariat, he became the first Prime Minister of the Cabinet. In the 26th year of Guangxu (1900), during the invasion of China by the Eight-Nation Alliance (The Siege of the International Legations), he was appointed, along with Li Hongzhang, to represent the Qing government in signing the "Boxer Protocol" the following year. After the Wuchang Uprising, he invited Yuan Shikai to serve as Prime Minister in his place and assumed the position of President of the Beiyang Government. Later, he worked with Yuan Shikai to persuade Empress Dowager Longyu to agree to Emperor Puyi's abdication. As the last hereditary Prince and a favorite of Empress Dowager Cixi, Yikuang received a large number of royal treasures from her as rewards. During his lifetime, he held a high position and had a significant influence. He also collected and received numerous valuable royal artworks. In the 6th year of the Republic of China (1917), Yikuang passed away due to illness, and his eldest son inherited his title and a substantial amount of family wealth. Yizhen (1876-1947), the eldest son of Yikuang, succeeded his father's title and became the last Prince Qing. In 1924, when Puyi was expelled from the palace, Yizhuan feared for his own safety and moved to the Tianjin British Concession. He invested 300,000 yuan and formed a partnership with Gaoxingqiao to build three buildings in the French Concession: the Quanyechang Market, the Transportation Hotel, and the Bohai Building. He engaged in business and investment activities, distancing himself from politics. The name of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market was derived from a poetic verse composed by Zaizhen, and the golden signboard of "Tianjin Quanyechang Market" was calligraphed by Hua Shikui, the calligrapher who wrote the edict of Emperor Puyi's abdication. Relying on bank interest and the sale of inherited assets, Yizhuan lived a luxurious life in Tianjin. A large number of artworks from the family collection were sold in Tianjin. Damien de Martel, the French Minister to China (Count Martel) (1878-1940), lived in China and other Asian countries for a long time. From 1933 to 1939, he served as the Plenipotentiary Minister to China, Latvia, and Japan, and he was an avid collector of Asian art. During his time in Tianjin, Damien de Martel acquired a large number of Chinese artworks that were sold from the Prince Qing's residence. After his death in his hometown in France in 1940, many of the artworks he collected were inherited by his family and are still preserved to this day. Most of these artworks purchased from the Prince Qing's residence are marked with the words Prince Qing's Residence in paint and labeled with the logo of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market.
Lot 3
A Chinese Underglaze Blue and Pink Enamel Vase Meiping Qing Dynasty. H: 9 3/4 in. W: 4 5/8 in. (25 cm x 12 cm) Prince Qingmi Yikuang (1838-1917) was the great-grandson of Emperor Qianlong and the Prince Gong. On the lunar new year of the 20th Guangxu era (February 6, 1894), Empress Dowager Cixi bestowed the title of Prince Qing upon him to celebrate his sixtieth birthday. He served as the leader of the military and political affairs, and after the abolition of the Grand Council and the Grand Secretariat, he became the first Prime Minister of the Cabinet. In the 26th year of Guangxu (1900), during the invasion of China by the Eight-Nation Alliance (The Siege of the International Legations), he was appointed, along with Li Hongzhang, to represent the Qing government in signing the "Boxer Protocol" the following year. After the Wuchang Uprising, he invited Yuan Shikai to serve as Prime Minister in his place and assumed the position of President of the Beiyang Government. Later, he worked with Yuan Shikai to persuade Empress Dowager Longyu to agree to Emperor Puyi's abdication. As the last hereditary Prince and a favorite of Empress Dowager Cixi, Yikuang received a large number of royal treasures from her as rewards. During his lifetime, he held a high position and had a significant influence. He also collected and received numerous valuable royal artworks. In the 6th year of the Republic of China (1917), Yikuang passed away due to illness, and his eldest son inherited his title and a substantial amount of family wealth. Yizhen (1876-1947), the eldest son of Yikuang, succeeded his father's title and became the last Prince Qing. In 1924, when Puyi was expelled from the palace, Yizhuan feared for his own safety and moved to the Tianjin British Concession. He invested 300,000 yuan and formed a partnership with Gaoxingqiao to build three buildings in the French Concession: the Quanyechang Market, the Transportation Hotel, and the Bohai Building. He engaged in business and investment activities, distancing himself from politics. The name of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market was derived from a poetic verse composed by Zaizhen, and the golden signboard of "Tianjin Quanyechang Market" was calligraphed by Hua Shikui, the calligrapher who wrote the edict of Emperor Puyi's abdication. Relying on bank interest and the sale of inherited assets, Yizhuan lived a luxurious life in Tianjin. A large number of artworks from the family collection were sold in Tianjin. Damien de Martel, the French Minister to China (Count Martel) (1878-1940), lived in China and other Asian countries for a long time. From 1933 to 1939, he served as the Plenipotentiary Minister to China, Latvia, and Japan, and he was an avid collector of Asian art. During his time in Tianjin, Damien de Martel acquired a large number of Chinese artworks that were sold from the Prince Qing's residence. After his death in his hometown in France in 1940, many of the artworks he collected were inherited by his family and are still preserved to this day. Most of these artworks purchased from the Prince Qing's residence are marked with the words Prince Qing's Residence in paint and labeled with the logo of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market.
Lot 18
A Chinese Ru-ware Narcissus Bowl Song Dynasty. L: 9 in. H: 2 3/4 in. (23 cm x 7 cm) Prince Qingmi Yikuang (1838-1917) was the great-grandson of Emperor Qianlong and the Prince Gong. On the lunar new year of the 20th Guangxu era (February 6, 1894), Empress Dowager Cixi bestowed the title of Prince Qing upon him to celebrate his sixtieth birthday. He served as the leader of the military and political affairs, and after the abolition of the Grand Council and the Grand Secretariat, he became the first Prime Minister of the Cabinet. In the 26th year of Guangxu (1900), during the invasion of China by the Eight-Nation Alliance (The Siege of the International Legations), he was appointed, along with Li Hongzhang, to represent the Qing government in signing the "Boxer Protocol" the following year. After the Wuchang Uprising, he invited Yuan Shikai to serve as Prime Minister in his place and assumed the position of President of the Beiyang Government. Later, he worked with Yuan Shikai to persuade Empress Dowager Longyu to agree to Emperor Puyi's abdication. As the last hereditary Prince and a favorite of Empress Dowager Cixi, Yikuang received a large number of royal treasures from her as rewards. During his lifetime, he held a high position and had a significant influence. He also collected and received numerous valuable royal artworks. In the 6th year of the Republic of China (1917), Yikuang passed away due to illness, and his eldest son inherited his title and a substantial amount of family wealth. Yizhen (1876-1947), the eldest son of Yikuang, succeeded his father's title and became the last Prince Qing. In 1924, when Puyi was expelled from the palace, Yizhuan feared for his own safety and moved to the Tianjin British Concession. He invested 300,000 yuan and formed a partnership with Gaoxingqiao to build three buildings in the French Concession: the Quanyechang Market, the Transportation Hotel, and the Bohai Building. He engaged in business and investment activities, distancing himself from politics. The name of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market was derived from a poetic verse composed by Zaizhen, and the golden signboard of "Tianjin Quanyechang Market" was calligraphed by Hua Shikui, the calligrapher who wrote the edict of Emperor Puyi's abdication. Relying on bank interest and the sale of inherited assets, Yizhuan lived a luxurious life in Tianjin. A large number of artworks from the family collection were sold in Tianjin. Damien de Martel, the French Minister to China (Count Martel) (1878-1940), lived in China and other Asian countries for a long time. From 1933 to 1939, he served as the Plenipotentiary Minister to China, Latvia, and Japan, and he was an avid collector of Asian art. During his time in Tianjin, Damien de Martel acquired a large number of Chinese artworks that were sold from the Prince Qing's residence. After his death in his hometown in France in 1940, many of the artworks he collected were inherited by his family and are still preserved to this day. Most of these artworks purchased from the Prince Qing's residence are marked with the words Prince Qing's Residence in paint and labeled with the logo of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market.
Lot 74
A Chinese Scroll Calligraphy by Su Shi Song Dynasty. 50 3/4 x 25 7/8 in.(129cm x 66cm) Prince Qingmi Yikuang (1838-1917) was the great-grandson of Emperor Qianlong and the Prince Gong. On the lunar new year of the 20th Guangxu era (February 6, 1894), Empress Dowager Cixi bestowed the title of Prince Qing upon him to celebrate his sixtieth birthday. He served as the leader of the military and political affairs, and after the abolition of the Grand Council and the Grand Secretariat, he became the first Prime Minister of the Cabinet. In the 26th year of Guangxu (1900), during the invasion of China by the Eight-Nation Alliance (The Siege of the International Legations), he was appointed, along with Li Hongzhang, to represent the Qing government in signing the "Boxer Protocol" the following year. After the Wuchang Uprising, he invited Yuan Shikai to serve as Prime Minister in his place and assumed the position of President of the Beiyang Government. Later, he worked with Yuan Shikai to persuade Empress Dowager Longyu to agree to Emperor Puyi's abdication. As the last hereditary Prince and a favorite of Empress Dowager Cixi, Yikuang received a large number of royal treasures from her as rewards. During his lifetime, he held a high position and had a significant influence. He also collected and received numerous valuable royal artworks. In the 6th year of the Republic of China (1917), Yikuang passed away due to illness, and his eldest son inherited his title and a substantial amount of family wealth. Yizhen (1876-1947), the eldest son of Yikuang, succeeded his father's title and became the last Prince Qing. In 1924, when Puyi was expelled from the palace, Yizhuan feared for his own safety and moved to the Tianjin British Concession. He invested 300,000 yuan and formed a partnership with Gaoxingqiao to build three buildings in the French Concession: the Quanyechang Market, the Transportation Hotel, and the Bohai Building. He engaged in business and investment activities, distancing himself from politics. The name of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market was derived from a poetic verse composed by Zaizhen, and the golden signboard of "Tianjin Quanyechang Market" was calligraphed by Hua Shikui, the calligrapher who wrote the edict of Emperor Puyi's abdication. Relying on bank interest and the sale of inherited assets, Yizhuan lived a luxurious life in Tianjin. A large number of artworks from the family collection were sold in Tianjin. Damien de Martel, the French Minister to China (Count Martel) (1878-1940), lived in China and other Asian countries for a long time. From 1933 to 1939, he served as the Plenipotentiary Minister to China, Latvia, and Japan, and he was an avid collector of Asian art. During his time in Tianjin, Damien de Martel acquired a large number of Chinese artworks that were sold from the Prince Qing's residence. After his death in his hometown in France in 1940, many of the artworks he collected were inherited by his family and are still preserved to this day. Most of these artworks purchased from the Prince Qing's residence are marked with the words Prince Qing's Residence in paint and labeled with the logo of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market.
Lot 60
A Chinese Famille Rose Double Gourds Vase Qing Dynasty. H: 12 1/8 in. W: 6 1/4 in. (31 cm x 16 cm) Prince Qingmi Yikuang (1838-1917) was the great-grandson of Emperor Qianlong and the Prince Gong. On the lunar new year of the 20th Guangxu era (February 6, 1894), Empress Dowager Cixi bestowed the title of Prince Qing upon him to celebrate his sixtieth birthday. He served as the leader of the military and political affairs, and after the abolition of the Grand Council and the Grand Secretariat, he became the first Prime Minister of the Cabinet. In the 26th year of Guangxu (1900), during the invasion of China by the Eight-Nation Alliance (The Siege of the International Legations), he was appointed, along with Li Hongzhang, to represent the Qing government in signing the "Boxer Protocol" the following year. After the Wuchang Uprising, he invited Yuan Shikai to serve as Prime Minister in his place and assumed the position of President of the Beiyang Government. Later, he worked with Yuan Shikai to persuade Empress Dowager Longyu to agree to Emperor Puyi's abdication. As the last hereditary Prince and a favorite of Empress Dowager Cixi, Yikuang received a large number of royal treasures from her as rewards. During his lifetime, he held a high position and had a significant influence. He also collected and received numerous valuable royal artworks. In the 6th year of the Republic of China (1917), Yikuang passed away due to illness, and his eldest son inherited his title and a substantial amount of family wealth. Yizhen (1876-1947), the eldest son of Yikuang, succeeded his father's title and became the last Prince Qing. In 1924, when Puyi was expelled from the palace, Yizhuan feared for his own safety and moved to the Tianjin British Concession. He invested 300,000 yuan and formed a partnership with Gaoxingqiao to build three buildings in the French Concession: the Quanyechang Market, the Transportation Hotel, and the Bohai Building. He engaged in business and investment activities, distancing himself from politics. The name of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market was derived from a poetic verse composed by Zaizhen, and the golden signboard of "Tianjin Quanyechang Market" was calligraphed by Hua Shikui, the calligrapher who wrote the edict of Emperor Puyi's abdication. Relying on bank interest and the sale of inherited assets, Yizhuan lived a luxurious life in Tianjin. A large number of artworks from the family collection were sold in Tianjin. Damien de Martel, the French Minister to China (Count Martel) (1878-1940), lived in China and other Asian countries for a long time. From 1933 to 1939, he served as the Plenipotentiary Minister to China, Latvia, and Japan, and he was an avid collector of Asian art. During his time in Tianjin, Damien de Martel acquired a large number of Chinese artworks that were sold from the Prince Qing's residence. After his death in his hometown in France in 1940, many of the artworks he collected were inherited by his family and are still preserved to this day. Most of these artworks purchased from the Prince Qing's residence are marked with the words Prince Qing's Residence in paint and labeled with the logo of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market.
Lot 14
Pair Chinese Famille Rose Floral Wall Vases Qing Dynasty. H: 10 in. W: 5 in. (25.5 cm x 13 cm) Prince Qingmi Yikuang (1838-1917) was the great-grandson of Emperor Qianlong and the Prince Gong. On the lunar new year of the 20th Guangxu era (February 6, 1894), Empress Dowager Cixi bestowed the title of Prince Qing upon him to celebrate his sixtieth birthday. He served as the leader of the military and political affairs, and after the abolition of the Grand Council and the Grand Secretariat, he became the first Prime Minister of the Cabinet. In the 26th year of Guangxu (1900), during the invasion of China by the Eight-Nation Alliance (The Siege of the International Legations), he was appointed, along with Li Hongzhang, to represent the Qing government in signing the "Boxer Protocol" the following year. After the Wuchang Uprising, he invited Yuan Shikai to serve as Prime Minister in his place and assumed the position of President of the Beiyang Government. Later, he worked with Yuan Shikai to persuade Empress Dowager Longyu to agree to Emperor Puyi's abdication. As the last hereditary Prince and a favorite of Empress Dowager Cixi, Yikuang received a large number of royal treasures from her as rewards. During his lifetime, he held a high position and had a significant influence. He also collected and received numerous valuable royal artworks. In the 6th year of the Republic of China (1917), Yikuang passed away due to illness, and his eldest son inherited his title and a substantial amount of family wealth. Yizhen (1876-1947), the eldest son of Yikuang, succeeded his father's title and became the last Prince Qing. In 1924, when Puyi was expelled from the palace, Yizhuan feared for his own safety and moved to the Tianjin British Concession. He invested 300,000 yuan and formed a partnership with Gaoxingqiao to build three buildings in the French Concession: the Quanyechang Market, the Transportation Hotel, and the Bohai Building. He engaged in business and investment activities, distancing himself from politics. The name of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market was derived from a poetic verse composed by Zaizhen, and the golden signboard of "Tianjin Quanyechang Market" was calligraphed by Hua Shikui, the calligrapher who wrote the edict of Emperor Puyi's abdication. Relying on bank interest and the sale of inherited assets, Yizhuan lived a luxurious life in Tianjin. A large number of artworks from the family collection were sold in Tianjin. Damien de Martel, the French Minister to China (Count Martel) (1878-1940), lived in China and other Asian countries for a long time. From 1933 to 1939, he served as the Plenipotentiary Minister to China, Latvia, and Japan, and he was an avid collector of Asian art. During his time in Tianjin, Damien de Martel acquired a large number of Chinese artworks that were sold from the Prince Qing's residence. After his death in his hometown in France in 1940, many of the artworks he collected were inherited by his family and are still preserved to this day. Most of these artworks purchased from the Prince Qing's residence are marked with the words Prince Qing's Residence in paint and labeled with the logo of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market.
Lot 7
A Chinese Copper Red Dragon Bottle Vase Qing Dynasty. H: 9 3/8 in. W: 4 5/8 in. (24 cm x 12 cm) Prince Qingmi Yikuang (1838-1917) was the great-grandson of Emperor Qianlong and the Prince Gong. On the lunar new year of the 20th Guangxu era (February 6, 1894), Empress Dowager Cixi bestowed the title of Prince Qing upon him to celebrate his sixtieth birthday. He served as the leader of the military and political affairs, and after the abolition of the Grand Council and the Grand Secretariat, he became the first Prime Minister of the Cabinet. In the 26th year of Guangxu (1900), during the invasion of China by the Eight-Nation Alliance (The Siege of the International Legations), he was appointed, along with Li Hongzhang, to represent the Qing government in signing the "Boxer Protocol" the following year. After the Wuchang Uprising, he invited Yuan Shikai to serve as Prime Minister in his place and assumed the position of President of the Beiyang Government. Later, he worked with Yuan Shikai to persuade Empress Dowager Longyu to agree to Emperor Puyi's abdication. As the last hereditary Prince and a favorite of Empress Dowager Cixi, Yikuang received a large number of royal treasures from her as rewards. During his lifetime, he held a high position and had a significant influence. He also collected and received numerous valuable royal artworks. In the 6th year of the Republic of China (1917), Yikuang passed away due to illness, and his eldest son inherited his title and a substantial amount of family wealth. Yizhen (1876-1947), the eldest son of Yikuang, succeeded his father's title and became the last Prince Qing. In 1924, when Puyi was expelled from the palace, Yizhuan feared for his own safety and moved to the Tianjin British Concession. He invested 300,000 yuan and formed a partnership with Gaoxingqiao to build three buildings in the French Concession: the Quanyechang Market, the Transportation Hotel, and the Bohai Building. He engaged in business and investment activities, distancing himself from politics. The name of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market was derived from a poetic verse composed by Zaizhen, and the golden signboard of "Tianjin Quanyechang Market" was calligraphed by Hua Shikui, the calligrapher who wrote the edict of Emperor Puyi's abdication. Relying on bank interest and the sale of inherited assets, Yizhuan lived a luxurious life in Tianjin. A large number of artworks from the family collection were sold in Tianjin. Damien de Martel, the French Minister to China (Count Martel) (1878-1940), lived in China and other Asian countries for a long time. From 1933 to 1939, he served as the Plenipotentiary Minister to China, Latvia, and Japan, and he was an avid collector of Asian art. During his time in Tianjin, Damien de Martel acquired a large number of Chinese artworks that were sold from the Prince Qing's residence. After his death in his hometown in France in 1940, many of the artworks he collected were inherited by his family and are still preserved to this day. Most of these artworks purchased from the Prince Qing's residence are marked with the words Prince Qing's Residence in paint and labeled with the logo of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market.
Lot 86
A Chinese Hand Scroll Painting by Yan Liben Tang Dynasty. 353 1/8 x 12 7/8 in.(897cm x 33cm) Prince Qingmi Yikuang (1838-1917) was the great-grandson of Emperor Qianlong and the Prince Gong. On the lunar new year of the 20th Guangxu era (February 6, 1894), Empress Dowager Cixi bestowed the title of Prince Qing upon him to celebrate his sixtieth birthday. He served as the leader of the military and political affairs, and after the abolition of the Grand Council and the Grand Secretariat, he became the first Prime Minister of the Cabinet. In the 26th year of Guangxu (1900), during the invasion of China by the Eight-Nation Alliance (The Siege of the International Legations), he was appointed, along with Li Hongzhang, to represent the Qing government in signing the "Boxer Protocol" the following year. After the Wuchang Uprising, he invited Yuan Shikai to serve as Prime Minister in his place and assumed the position of President of the Beiyang Government. Later, he worked with Yuan Shikai to persuade Empress Dowager Longyu to agree to Emperor Puyi's abdication. As the last hereditary Prince and a favorite of Empress Dowager Cixi, Yikuang received a large number of royal treasures from her as rewards. During his lifetime, he held a high position and had a significant influence. He also collected and received numerous valuable royal artworks. In the 6th year of the Republic of China (1917), Yikuang passed away due to illness, and his eldest son inherited his title and a substantial amount of family wealth. Yizhen (1876-1947), the eldest son of Yikuang, succeeded his father's title and became the last Prince Qing. In 1924, when Puyi was expelled from the palace, Yizhuan feared for his own safety and moved to the Tianjin British Concession. He invested 300,000 yuan and formed a partnership with Gaoxingqiao to build three buildings in the French Concession: the Quanyechang Market, the Transportation Hotel, and the Bohai Building. He engaged in business and investment activities, distancing himself from politics. The name of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market was derived from a poetic verse composed by Zaizhen, and the golden signboard of "Tianjin Quanyechang Market" was calligraphed by Hua Shikui, the calligrapher who wrote the edict of Emperor Puyi's abdication. Relying on bank interest and the sale of inherited assets, Yizhuan lived a luxurious life in Tianjin. A large number of artworks from the family collection were sold in Tianjin. Damien de Martel, the French Minister to China (Count Martel) (1878-1940), lived in China and other Asian countries for a long time. From 1933 to 1939, he served as the Plenipotentiary Minister to China, Latvia, and Japan, and he was an avid collector of Asian art. During his time in Tianjin, Damien de Martel acquired a large number of Chinese artworks that were sold from the Prince Qing's residence. After his death in his hometown in France in 1940, many of the artworks he collected were inherited by his family and are still preserved to this day. Most of these artworks purchased from the Prince Qing's residence are marked with the words Prince Qing's Residence in paint and labeled with the logo of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market.
Lot 41
A Chinese Guan-ware Mallet Vase Song Dynasty. H: 6 5/8 in. W: 2 3/4 in. (17 cm x 7 cm) Prince Qingmi Yikuang (1838-1917) was the great-grandson of Emperor Qianlong and the Prince Gong. On the lunar new year of the 20th Guangxu era (February 6, 1894), Empress Dowager Cixi bestowed the title of Prince Qing upon him to celebrate his sixtieth birthday. He served as the leader of the military and political affairs, and after the abolition of the Grand Council and the Grand Secretariat, he became the first Prime Minister of the Cabinet. In the 26th year of Guangxu (1900), during the invasion of China by the Eight-Nation Alliance (The Siege of the International Legations), he was appointed, along with Li Hongzhang, to represent the Qing government in signing the "Boxer Protocol" the following year. After the Wuchang Uprising, he invited Yuan Shikai to serve as Prime Minister in his place and assumed the position of President of the Beiyang Government. Later, he worked with Yuan Shikai to persuade Empress Dowager Longyu to agree to Emperor Puyi's abdication. As the last hereditary Prince and a favorite of Empress Dowager Cixi, Yikuang received a large number of royal treasures from her as rewards. During his lifetime, he held a high position and had a significant influence. He also collected and received numerous valuable royal artworks. In the 6th year of the Republic of China (1917), Yikuang passed away due to illness, and his eldest son inherited his title and a substantial amount of family wealth. Yizhen (1876-1947), the eldest son of Yikuang, succeeded his father's title and became the last Prince Qing. In 1924, when Puyi was expelled from the palace, Yizhuan feared for his own safety and moved to the Tianjin British Concession. He invested 300,000 yuan and formed a partnership with Gaoxingqiao to build three buildings in the French Concession: the Quanyechang Market, the Transportation Hotel, and the Bohai Building. He engaged in business and investment activities, distancing himself from politics. The name of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market was derived from a poetic verse composed by Zaizhen, and the golden signboard of "Tianjin Quanyechang Market" was calligraphed by Hua Shikui, the calligrapher who wrote the edict of Emperor Puyi's abdication. Relying on bank interest and the sale of inherited assets, Yizhuan lived a luxurious life in Tianjin. A large number of artworks from the family collection were sold in Tianjin. Damien de Martel, the French Minister to China (Count Martel) (1878-1940), lived in China and other Asian countries for a long time. From 1933 to 1939, he served as the Plenipotentiary Minister to China, Latvia, and Japan, and he was an avid collector of Asian art. During his time in Tianjin, Damien de Martel acquired a large number of Chinese artworks that were sold from the Prince Qing's residence. After his death in his hometown in France in 1940, many of the artworks he collected were inherited by his family and are still preserved to this day. Most of these artworks purchased from the Prince Qing's residence are marked with the words Prince Qing's Residence in paint and labeled with the logo of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market.
Lot 20
A Chinese Blue and White Eight Immortals Brushpot Ming Dynasty. H: 8 1/4 in. W: 8 in. (21 cm x 20.5 cm) Prince Qingmi Yikuang (1838-1917) was the great-grandson of Emperor Qianlong and the Prince Gong. On the lunar new year of the 20th Guangxu era (February 6, 1894), Empress Dowager Cixi bestowed the title of Prince Qing upon him to celebrate his sixtieth birthday. He served as the leader of the military and political affairs, and after the abolition of the Grand Council and the Grand Secretariat, he became the first Prime Minister of the Cabinet. In the 26th year of Guangxu (1900), during the invasion of China by the Eight-Nation Alliance (The Siege of the International Legations), he was appointed, along with Li Hongzhang, to represent the Qing government in signing the "Boxer Protocol" the following year. After the Wuchang Uprising, he invited Yuan Shikai to serve as Prime Minister in his place and assumed the position of President of the Beiyang Government. Later, he worked with Yuan Shikai to persuade Empress Dowager Longyu to agree to Emperor Puyi's abdication. As the last hereditary Prince and a favorite of Empress Dowager Cixi, Yikuang received a large number of royal treasures from her as rewards. During his lifetime, he held a high position and had a significant influence. He also collected and received numerous valuable royal artworks. In the 6th year of the Republic of China (1917), Yikuang passed away due to illness, and his eldest son inherited his title and a substantial amount of family wealth. Yizhen (1876-1947), the eldest son of Yikuang, succeeded his father's title and became the last Prince Qing. In 1924, when Puyi was expelled from the palace, Yizhuan feared for his own safety and moved to the Tianjin British Concession. He invested 300,000 yuan and formed a partnership with Gaoxingqiao to build three buildings in the French Concession: the Quanyechang Market, the Transportation Hotel, and the Bohai Building. He engaged in business and investment activities, distancing himself from politics. The name of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market was derived from a poetic verse composed by Zaizhen, and the golden signboard of "Tianjin Quanyechang Market" was calligraphed by Hua Shikui, the calligrapher who wrote the edict of Emperor Puyi's abdication. Relying on bank interest and the sale of inherited assets, Yizhuan lived a luxurious life in Tianjin. A large number of artworks from the family collection were sold in Tianjin. Damien de Martel, the French Minister to China (Count Martel) (1878-1940), lived in China and other Asian countries for a long time. From 1933 to 1939, he served as the Plenipotentiary Minister to China, Latvia, and Japan, and he was an avid collector of Asian art. During his time in Tianjin, Damien de Martel acquired a large number of Chinese artworks that were sold from the Prince Qing's residence. After his death in his hometown in France in 1940, many of the artworks he collected were inherited by his family and are still preserved to this day. Most of these artworks purchased from the Prince Qing's residence are marked with the words Prince Qing's Residence in paint and labeled with the logo of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market.
Lot 72
A Chinese Scroll Calligraphy by Su Shi Song Dynasty. 51 1/8 x 19 5/8 in.(130cm x 50cm) Prince Qingmi Yikuang (1838-1917) was the great-grandson of Emperor Qianlong and the Prince Gong. On the lunar new year of the 20th Guangxu era (February 6, 1894), Empress Dowager Cixi bestowed the title of Prince Qing upon him to celebrate his sixtieth birthday. He served as the leader of the military and political affairs, and after the abolition of the Grand Council and the Grand Secretariat, he became the first Prime Minister of the Cabinet. In the 26th year of Guangxu (1900), during the invasion of China by the Eight-Nation Alliance (The Siege of the International Legations), he was appointed, along with Li Hongzhang, to represent the Qing government in signing the "Boxer Protocol" the following year. After the Wuchang Uprising, he invited Yuan Shikai to serve as Prime Minister in his place and assumed the position of President of the Beiyang Government. Later, he worked with Yuan Shikai to persuade Empress Dowager Longyu to agree to Emperor Puyi's abdication. As the last hereditary Prince and a favorite of Empress Dowager Cixi, Yikuang received a large number of royal treasures from her as rewards. During his lifetime, he held a high position and had a significant influence. He also collected and received numerous valuable royal artworks. In the 6th year of the Republic of China (1917), Yikuang passed away due to illness, and his eldest son inherited his title and a substantial amount of family wealth. Yizhen (1876-1947), the eldest son of Yikuang, succeeded his father's title and became the last Prince Qing. In 1924, when Puyi was expelled from the palace, Yizhuan feared for his own safety and moved to the Tianjin British Concession. He invested 300,000 yuan and formed a partnership with Gaoxingqiao to build three buildings in the French Concession: the Quanyechang Market, the Transportation Hotel, and the Bohai Building. He engaged in business and investment activities, distancing himself from politics. The name of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market was derived from a poetic verse composed by Zaizhen, and the golden signboard of "Tianjin Quanyechang Market" was calligraphed by Hua Shikui, the calligrapher who wrote the edict of Emperor Puyi's abdication. Relying on bank interest and the sale of inherited assets, Yizhuan lived a luxurious life in Tianjin. A large number of artworks from the family collection were sold in Tianjin. Damien de Martel, the French Minister to China (Count Martel) (1878-1940), lived in China and other Asian countries for a long time. From 1933 to 1939, he served as the Plenipotentiary Minister to China, Latvia, and Japan, and he was an avid collector of Asian art. During his time in Tianjin, Damien de Martel acquired a large number of Chinese artworks that were sold from the Prince Qing's residence. After his death in his hometown in France in 1940, many of the artworks he collected were inherited by his family and are still preserved to this day. Most of these artworks purchased from the Prince Qing's residence are marked with the words Prince Qing's Residence in paint and labeled with the logo of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market.
Lot 73
A Chinese Scroll Painting by Su Shi Song Dynasty. 30 1/4 x 14 1/2 in.(77cm x 37cm) Prince Qingmi Yikuang (1838-1917) was the great-grandson of Emperor Qianlong and the Prince Gong. On the lunar new year of the 20th Guangxu era (February 6, 1894), Empress Dowager Cixi bestowed the title of Prince Qing upon him to celebrate his sixtieth birthday. He served as the leader of the military and political affairs, and after the abolition of the Grand Council and the Grand Secretariat, he became the first Prime Minister of the Cabinet. In the 26th year of Guangxu (1900), during the invasion of China by the Eight-Nation Alliance (The Siege of the International Legations), he was appointed, along with Li Hongzhang, to represent the Qing government in signing the "Boxer Protocol" the following year. After the Wuchang Uprising, he invited Yuan Shikai to serve as Prime Minister in his place and assumed the position of President of the Beiyang Government. Later, he worked with Yuan Shikai to persuade Empress Dowager Longyu to agree to Emperor Puyi's abdication. As the last hereditary Prince and a favorite of Empress Dowager Cixi, Yikuang received a large number of royal treasures from her as rewards. During his lifetime, he held a high position and had a significant influence. He also collected and received numerous valuable royal artworks. In the 6th year of the Republic of China (1917), Yikuang passed away due to illness, and his eldest son inherited his title and a substantial amount of family wealth. Yizhen (1876-1947), the eldest son of Yikuang, succeeded his father's title and became the last Prince Qing. In 1924, when Puyi was expelled from the palace, Yizhuan feared for his own safety and moved to the Tianjin British Concession. He invested 300,000 yuan and formed a partnership with Gaoxingqiao to build three buildings in the French Concession: the Quanyechang Market, the Transportation Hotel, and the Bohai Building. He engaged in business and investment activities, distancing himself from politics. The name of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market was derived from a poetic verse composed by Zaizhen, and the golden signboard of "Tianjin Quanyechang Market" was calligraphed by Hua Shikui, the calligrapher who wrote the edict of Emperor Puyi's abdication. Relying on bank interest and the sale of inherited assets, Yizhuan lived a luxurious life in Tianjin. A large number of artworks from the family collection were sold in Tianjin. Damien de Martel, the French Minister to China (Count Martel) (1878-1940), lived in China and other Asian countries for a long time. From 1933 to 1939, he served as the Plenipotentiary Minister to China, Latvia, and Japan, and he was an avid collector of Asian art. During his time in Tianjin, Damien de Martel acquired a large number of Chinese artworks that were sold from the Prince Qing's residence. After his death in his hometown in France in 1940, many of the artworks he collected were inherited by his family and are still preserved to this day. Most of these artworks purchased from the Prince Qing's residence are marked with the words Prince Qing's Residence in paint and labeled with the logo of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market.
Lot 37
A Chinese Blue and White Dragon Globular Vase Qing Dynasty. H: 18 1/2 in. W: 12 1/2 in. (47 cm x 32 cm) Prince Qingmi Yikuang (1838-1917) was the great-grandson of Emperor Qianlong and the Prince Gong. On the lunar new year of the 20th Guangxu era (February 6, 1894), Empress Dowager Cixi bestowed the title of Prince Qing upon him to celebrate his sixtieth birthday. He served as the leader of the military and political affairs, and after the abolition of the Grand Council and the Grand Secretariat, he became the first Prime Minister of the Cabinet. In the 26th year of Guangxu (1900), during the invasion of China by the Eight-Nation Alliance (The Siege of the International Legations), he was appointed, along with Li Hongzhang, to represent the Qing government in signing the "Boxer Protocol" the following year. After the Wuchang Uprising, he invited Yuan Shikai to serve as Prime Minister in his place and assumed the position of President of the Beiyang Government. Later, he worked with Yuan Shikai to persuade Empress Dowager Longyu to agree to Emperor Puyi's abdication. As the last hereditary Prince and a favorite of Empress Dowager Cixi, Yikuang received a large number of royal treasures from her as rewards. During his lifetime, he held a high position and had a significant influence. He also collected and received numerous valuable royal artworks. In the 6th year of the Republic of China (1917), Yikuang passed away due to illness, and his eldest son inherited his title and a substantial amount of family wealth. Yizhen (1876-1947), the eldest son of Yikuang, succeeded his father's title and became the last Prince Qing. In 1924, when Puyi was expelled from the palace, Yizhuan feared for his own safety and moved to the Tianjin British Concession. He invested 300,000 yuan and formed a partnership with Gaoxingqiao to build three buildings in the French Concession: the Quanyechang Market, the Transportation Hotel, and the Bohai Building. He engaged in business and investment activities, distancing himself from politics. The name of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market was derived from a poetic verse composed by Zaizhen, and the golden signboard of "Tianjin Quanyechang Market" was calligraphed by Hua Shikui, the calligrapher who wrote the edict of Emperor Puyi's abdication. Relying on bank interest and the sale of inherited assets, Yizhuan lived a luxurious life in Tianjin. A large number of artworks from the family collection were sold in Tianjin. Damien de Martel, the French Minister to China (Count Martel) (1878-1940), lived in China and other Asian countries for a long time. From 1933 to 1939, he served as the Plenipotentiary Minister to China, Latvia, and Japan, and he was an avid collector of Asian art. During his time in Tianjin, Damien de Martel acquired a large number of Chinese artworks that were sold from the Prince Qing's residence. After his death in his hometown in France in 1940, many of the artworks he collected were inherited by his family and are still preserved to this day. Most of these artworks purchased from the Prince Qing's residence are marked with the words Prince Qing's Residence in paint and labeled with the logo of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market.
Lot 25
A Chinese Falangcai Lotus Scrolls Vase Qing Dynasty. H: 12 7/8 in. W: 5 7/8 in. (33 cm x 15 cm) Prince Qingmi Yikuang (1838-1917) was the great-grandson of Emperor Qianlong and the Prince Gong. On the lunar new year of the 20th Guangxu era (February 6, 1894), Empress Dowager Cixi bestowed the title of Prince Qing upon him to celebrate his sixtieth birthday. He served as the leader of the military and political affairs, and after the abolition of the Grand Council and the Grand Secretariat, he became the first Prime Minister of the Cabinet. In the 26th year of Guangxu (1900), during the invasion of China by the Eight-Nation Alliance (The Siege of the International Legations), he was appointed, along with Li Hongzhang, to represent the Qing government in signing the "Boxer Protocol" the following year. After the Wuchang Uprising, he invited Yuan Shikai to serve as Prime Minister in his place and assumed the position of President of the Beiyang Government. Later, he worked with Yuan Shikai to persuade Empress Dowager Longyu to agree to Emperor Puyi's abdication. As the last hereditary Prince and a favorite of Empress Dowager Cixi, Yikuang received a large number of royal treasures from her as rewards. During his lifetime, he held a high position and had a significant influence. He also collected and received numerous valuable royal artworks. In the 6th year of the Republic of China (1917), Yikuang passed away due to illness, and his eldest son inherited his title and a substantial amount of family wealth. Yizhen (1876-1947), the eldest son of Yikuang, succeeded his father's title and became the last Prince Qing. In 1924, when Puyi was expelled from the palace, Yizhuan feared for his own safety and moved to the Tianjin British Concession. He invested 300,000 yuan and formed a partnership with Gaoxingqiao to build three buildings in the French Concession: the Quanyechang Market, the Transportation Hotel, and the Bohai Building. He engaged in business and investment activities, distancing himself from politics. The name of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market was derived from a poetic verse composed by Zaizhen, and the golden signboard of "Tianjin Quanyechang Market" was calligraphed by Hua Shikui, the calligrapher who wrote the edict of Emperor Puyi's abdication. Relying on bank interest and the sale of inherited assets, Yizhuan lived a luxurious life in Tianjin. A large number of artworks from the family collection were sold in Tianjin. Damien de Martel, the French Minister to China (Count Martel) (1878-1940), lived in China and other Asian countries for a long time. From 1933 to 1939, he served as the Plenipotentiary Minister to China, Latvia, and Japan, and he was an avid collector of Asian art. During his time in Tianjin, Damien de Martel acquired a large number of Chinese artworks that were sold from the Prince Qing's residence. After his death in his hometown in France in 1940, many of the artworks he collected were inherited by his family and are still preserved to this day. Most of these artworks purchased from the Prince Qing's residence are marked with the words Prince Qing's Residence in paint and labeled with the logo of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market.
Lot 81
A Chinese Hand Scroll Painting by Zhao Mengfu Yuan Dynasty. 362 1/8 x 12 1/2 in.(920cm x 32cm) Prince Qingmi Yikuang (1838-1917) was the great-grandson of Emperor Qianlong and the Prince Gong. On the lunar new year of the 20th Guangxu era (February 6, 1894), Empress Dowager Cixi bestowed the title of Prince Qing upon him to celebrate his sixtieth birthday. He served as the leader of the military and political affairs, and after the abolition of the Grand Council and the Grand Secretariat, he became the first Prime Minister of the Cabinet. In the 26th year of Guangxu (1900), during the invasion of China by the Eight-Nation Alliance (The Siege of the International Legations), he was appointed, along with Li Hongzhang, to represent the Qing government in signing the "Boxer Protocol" the following year. After the Wuchang Uprising, he invited Yuan Shikai to serve as Prime Minister in his place and assumed the position of President of the Beiyang Government. Later, he worked with Yuan Shikai to persuade Empress Dowager Longyu to agree to Emperor Puyi's abdication. As the last hereditary Prince and a favorite of Empress Dowager Cixi, Yikuang received a large number of royal treasures from her as rewards. During his lifetime, he held a high position and had a significant influence. He also collected and received numerous valuable royal artworks. In the 6th year of the Republic of China (1917), Yikuang passed away due to illness, and his eldest son inherited his title and a substantial amount of family wealth. Yizhen (1876-1947), the eldest son of Yikuang, succeeded his father's title and became the last Prince Qing. In 1924, when Puyi was expelled from the palace, Yizhuan feared for his own safety and moved to the Tianjin British Concession. He invested 300,000 yuan and formed a partnership with Gaoxingqiao to build three buildings in the French Concession: the Quanyechang Market, the Transportation Hotel, and the Bohai Building. He engaged in business and investment activities, distancing himself from politics. The name of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market was derived from a poetic verse composed by Zaizhen, and the golden signboard of "Tianjin Quanyechang Market" was calligraphed by Hua Shikui, the calligrapher who wrote the edict of Emperor Puyi's abdication. Relying on bank interest and the sale of inherited assets, Yizhuan lived a luxurious life in Tianjin. A large number of artworks from the family collection were sold in Tianjin. Damien de Martel, the French Minister to China (Count Martel) (1878-1940), lived in China and other Asian countries for a long time. From 1933 to 1939, he served as the Plenipotentiary Minister to China, Latvia, and Japan, and he was an avid collector of Asian art. During his time in Tianjin, Damien de Martel acquired a large number of Chinese artworks that were sold from the Prince Qing's residence. After his death in his hometown in France in 1940, many of the artworks he collected were inherited by his family and are still preserved to this day. Most of these artworks purchased from the Prince Qing's residence are marked with the words Prince Qing's Residence in paint and labeled with the logo of the Tianjin Quanyechang Market.
Lot 454
International Historical Interest : An early-mid 19th century Chinese sewing table/work box with gilded lacquer decoration. The hinged top opening to reveal a scene of figures practising martial arts and a fully fitted interior of small lidded compartments above a pull-out sewing well upholstered in yellow silk. Raised on shaped supports united by a bottom stretcher, on four toed paw feet. Containing a hand written note marked 'This lacquer work table (Chinese) was brought from Canton China by Commander Arthur W. A. Hood B.N., (ultimately Admiral Lord Hood of Avalon) HMS Acorn ..... of HMS Acorn which lay off Canton for a month before entrance to the city could be effected by the crew. When Governor Yeh was taken with some of them in his Palace and carried in his own Sedan chair by them to the English boats and ships, 1856', H72cm x W64cm x D45cmContext:Governor Ye Mingchen (1807-1859) was a high ranking Chinese official during the Qing dynasty, known for its resistance from the British influence of Canton, in the aftermath of the first opium war. This action (proved by the acquisition & note) is understood to be the reason why commander Arthur WA Hood was made a Lord and Admiral !Ivory reference number 17T4NTAF Condition Report: photographs will show far more of the condition. it is basically fundamentally very sound, it does not rock ( nervous) and is undoubtedly the best one I have ever seen, with a superb provenance.
Lot 476
A collection of seven books. Including HG Wells first editions - Star Begotten, 1937, The Wheels of Chance, 1896 with ads (Wells 9), and When the Sleeper Awakes, 1899; Rudyard Kipling first editions - From the Sea to Sea Vol. I & II, 1900; J. B. Priestley - Angel Pavement; Hugh Walpole - Vanvessa.
Lot 125
An early 20th century 9ct rose gold curb link watch chain. Each link stamped '9' and '.375', with a dog clip and a T-bar terminal, the Birmingham date letter obscured, approx. 32cm long overall (12 1/2 inches); this hung with a Great Western Railway Fifteen Years First Aid Efficiency medallion with a presentation inscription verso dated 1930, Birmingham 1929; and an acorn-shaped vinaigrette, this unmarked, approx. 25mm high overall (1 inch); the three weigh 38.1g gross
Lot 524
A J. A. Gally '130 High Holburn' two glass mahogany wheel barometer. With a mercury thermometer, H92.5cm Condition Report: Came from house clearance.Appears to workOnly op left of arch ( thermometer) has been reglued but everything else is in first class orderlovely order but has no turned knob now. it has recently been removed to adhere to the ivory rule ! All fine now
Lot 83
A lady's Art Deco Swiss platinum and diamond octagonal bracelet watch, No.12677. The silvered dial with black Arabic numerals and indistinctly signed 'Mappin', 20.5mm wide octagonal two-piece hinged case with an early round brilliant diamond 21 stone bezel, stamped inside with the first Swiss platinum mark 1914-1933, 'Platine' and numbered '12607' on a later mesh bracelet stamped 'London Made', Swiss 18 jewel movement with a compensated split bi-metalic balance Condition Report: We do not guarantee any watch for accuracy. Overall good condition for age, general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. The movement feels over-wound and the balace only ocilates back and forward a few times with gemtle persuasion before stopping, the set-hands functioning. The watch would benefit from a full service/overhaul and a clean.
Lot 425
Beatrix Potter, Peter Rabbit's Almanac for 1929, first edition, with colour frontispiece, colour title with 12 colour plates, with pictorial endpaper, original tan boards with mounted colour illustration to both boards, some water marks to boards and a personal ink inscription on inside page, splits at spine
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