A GOURD CRICKET CAGE (2) 19th Century, according to the inventory With a plain smooth body and, ivory fittings and a tortoise-shell top carved with a crane among water plants and flowers 14cm high / 80gr Provenance: Purchased from Helen Ling in 1966 Special Notice: Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country Condition: Gourd body in good condition, ivory ring to neck with minor hairline cracks commensurate with age, lid in good condition. _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.
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A MOULDED GOURD CRICKET CAGE (1) Qing Dynasty, 18th or 19th Century, according to the inventory With a naturally undulating moulded surface and ivory collar, the tortoiseshell cover carved the five cranes amongst pine branches 16cm high 180gr Provenance: from Helen Ling in 1966 Inventory: CC1 Condition: Overall in very good condition. Special Notice: Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.
A MOULDED GOURD CRICKET CAGE (5) 18th / 19th Century, according to the inventory Formed with an elegant oblong body rising to a flared neck set with an ivory rim, crisply moulded around the sides to simulate basket weave between bands of ruyi-heads, the ivory cover mounted with a tortoise-shell dome reticulated with a coiled dragon, amid figures and various sea creatures above a pierced 'cash' screen 17cm high Provenance: Purchased from Christie's Hong Kong, 30th April 1995, Lot 501 Inventory: CC7 Condition: One small crack to ivory part of the lid; one tiny hairline crack to upper rim of the gourd; body has been 'blue tacked' to the wooden base and hasn't been detached for further inspection. Special Notice: Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.
A CARVED GOURD CRICKET CAGE 18th-19th Century, according to the inventory Carved in shallow relief with pendant leaves around the ivory ringed mouth rim below which are three Buddhist 'Lohans' seating in different postures Approx 15cm high / 170gr Provenance: purchased from Helen Ling in 1969 Inventory: CC6 Condition: No visible cracks or chips to the gourd body; small cracking and associated hole to the underside of the ivory base; lid in very good condition Special Notice: Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.
A LARGE CHINESE CARVED IVORY 'PUZZLE BALL' ON STAND Canton, circa 1900 Of typical form, the ball formed of at least seven layers, carved with birds amongst flowers and foliage, the elaborate stand featuring a figure on horseback beneath a pine tree to base Puzzle Ball appx. 13cm diameter The stand: 50cm high 1210g Condtion: No visible chips or part missing; one very small crack to upper part of the stand; overall it is in good condition. Note: Illustrated in Quek Kiok Lee Memoirs, page 209, in colour Special Notice: Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.
A CARVED IVORY CARD CASE Canton, 19th Century Profusely carved with figures amongst pagodas and trees 11.5cm x 7.5cm x 1cm high Special Notice: Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country _________________________ ABOUT MR QUEK KIOK LEE : Quek Kiok Lee (1921- 2018) arrived in Singapore in 1938. Despite not speaking English, he finished first in his school’s Cambridge exams. He was then appointed Assistant Secretary of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. This was the start of his rapid ascension in business and society. Mr Quek proved himself to be a very successful businessman, banker, entrepreneur and investor. In his free time, he met with collectors and dealers of Chinese works of art from around the world. He also read and researched as much he could to build his knowledge. He became well known to the leading auction houses and authorities because of his encyclopaedic knowledge and his increasingly impressive collection of Chinese art. In 1970s, the Singaporean newspapers nicknamed him “the Jade King of Singapore”. Mr Quek loved to share his knowledge and experience and was one of the founding members of the Southeast Asian Ceramic Society (SEACS). In 1994, he was appointed by the Chancellor of Singapore University as the Acquisitions Advisor on Chinese antiquities, where he served for 6 years. Mr Quek was not just a collector; he meticulously researched every piece and collated detailed records. For the pieces which are documented, HotLotz is happy to share Mr Quek’s original records on request. Mr Quek’s inventory numbers are recorded in our catalogue. Following successful sales in Hong Kong and London, HotLotz is proud to offer the majority of this unique collection for sale in Singapore.
A 19th century Chinese carved ivory figure of a maiden wearing long flowing robes. With stained detail, turquoise inlay and holding a painted mother of pearl tablet. Raised on a carved hardwood plinth, 30cm total height.Condition report intended as a guide only.Very good condition. The base with a large peg added to secure the figure.
A Japanese Meiji period ivory okimono with shibayama decoration. Carved in the form of an elderly man and a young boy. The man carries a sack over one shoulder and is holding a drum, the young boy is carrying a puppy. Signed to the underside, 14.25cm.Condition report intended as a guide only.Chipping to the folds of the material in the principle figures hand. Two small inlays missing to the reverse of the man. Child figure un glued. No cracks.
A fine Regency mahogany six bottle tantalus formed as a chest of drawers. With turned supports and having ivory handles and escutcheons. Housing six glass decanters with gilt embellishments and fluted mushroom stoppers, 33cm high. (Key behind the jewellery cabinet).Condition report intended as a guide only.One stopper lacking. One bottle cracked.
A 19th century Hanau silver mounted ovoid locket by Gebruder Dingeldein. Decorated with Watteaesque figures and opening to reveal a moss agate tablet and ivory portrait miniature of a lady wearing a black feathered hat and choker. Punch marks, 6cm. Condition report intended as a guide only.Missing a small amount of serrated holding triangles front and rear. No other issues. Clasp functioning.
A Japanese all brass paper knife, foliate engraved blade 8”, with hatchet point, flattened grip in the form of a craftsman at work with hammer and chisel; a Peshkabz, blade 8½”, ivory grip (AF), in copper mounted sheath (AF); and another dagger, blade marked “India”, in sheath. QGC to GC (3)
Ca. 2000 BC. Bronze Age, Luristran decorated sword with intact handle; A fine example of a lost wax cast bronze sword with a narrow handle designed to have an inlaid bone or ivory panel; Superb Condition; L:295mm;11.61in; 115gr; Provenance: From an old British collection, acquired on the UK art market in the 1980s.
Ca. 1600 - 1200 BC. Rare Greek Archaic period sword with intact handle; sword with a narrow handle designed to have an inlaid bone or ivory panel; Good Condition; on a custom made stand; Superb Condition; L:445mm/W:50mm;17.52/1.97in; 490gr; Provenance: From a Private London collection, formed in the 1990s on the UK and European art market.
Ca.1000 BC. Greek Archaic period bronze sword with tapering lentoid-section two-edged blade, crescentic lower guard, Ibex shaped handle designed to have an inlaid bone or ivory panel. Superb Condition, on a custom, made stand. L:480mm/W:80mm;30.71/3.15in; 610gr Provenance: From an old British collection, acquired on the UK art market in the 1980s.
A GUN METAL BAUME & MERCIER POCKET WATCH. Circular ivory dial signed Baume & Mercier with gilt arabic index, sub seconds dial at 6 o'clock position and gilt metal hands, rose and gun metal case with fine grain coin edge and hinged rear cover which opens to reveal an unsigned movement with lever escapement, blue leather box signed Baume & Mercier.
A LADY'S ROLEX BRACELET WATCH AND A COLLINGWOOD WATCH. Rolex. Circular Ivory dial with black arabic indices and hands in an octagonal case with wire lugs, internally hallmarked Glasgow importation 1938 and signed R W Co, movement signed Rolex 15 rubies, fitted with a later gold-plated expanding bracelet. Collingwood. Circular ivory dial with arabic indices and black hands, cushion shaped case with wire lugs and hinged back, internally hallmarked Birmingham 1933 and stamped ALD.
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