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Lot 1941

Kabinett auf Stollentischsog. Bargueño. Nussbaum, massiv und furniert sowie teilw. ebonisiert und reiche Einlagen aus graviertem Elfenbein. Schräggestellte, mehrfach gegliederte Balusterstäbe als Träger für rechteckige Deckplatte, unterhalb durch stark geschwungene Volutenstreben aus Eisen verbunden. Ausziehbare Stützen mit vollplastisch gestalteten Löwenköpfen als Auslage für glatt furnierte, abklappbare Front. Dahinter gestaffelt Facheinteilung aus diversen Schubfächern unterschiedlicher Größe sowie zentraler Portalarchitektur mit gravierter Kreuzigungsszenerie und zwei korrespondierenden Laden mit Heiligendarstellungen. Altersspuren und Ergänzungen. H. 138,5 cm. 131 cm x 42 cm. CITES-Bescheinigung liegt vor.Provenienz: Sammlung Andreas Beurmann, Gut Hasselburg.A Spanish walnut veneered cabinet on stand with inlays of ivory. Signs of age. Later additions. CITES included.Spanien. 18./19. Jh.

Lot 2094

Neorenaissance-BeistelltischHolz, ebonisiert sowie aufwendige Einlagen aus graviertem Messing und Elfenbein. Gerader, einschübiger Zargenkasten auf mehrfach gegliederten und gekanteten Balusterbeinen. Gering überstehende Deckplatte. In der Mitte große Reserve mit reliefierter Puttenszenerie. Allseitig eingelassene Reserven in Partie- und Contrepartie Technik mit eingerollten Voluten und fein gegliederten Arabesken, von Bandeinlagen begrenzt. H. 70 cm. 62 cm x 45,5 cm. CITES-Bescheinigung liegt vor.An Italian ebonized wood Neorenaissance side table with marquetry of brass and ivory. CITES included.Italien. 19. Jh.

Lot 1232

Indian Carpet, the soft coral field centred by an oval ivory panel containing flowers contained by spandrels and floral borders, 549cm by 373cm

Lot 1225

Berber Piled Rug, the compartmentalised field of radiating diamond medallions enclosed by ivory borders of geometric devices, 96cm by 70cm, together with a Berber flat weave and a collection cushions, textiles, etc.

Lot 566

Late 19th century rectangular portrait miniature on ivory, still life of a vase of flower, signed indistinctly lower right, 7cm x 5.5cm, within ebonised frame with gilt metal leaf and acorn decorationSold with APHA permit: NTSTLN94

Lot 500

Selection of Royal Worcester blush ivory porcelain comprising; tapered jug (1047), twin handled vase with floral decoration on square base (1937), small twin handled urn (1057), larger example (2121), together with a later Minton lidded pot, 22.cm high and smaller (5)

Lot 526

Pair of ebony elephants in walking pose, with ivory tusks, 25cm highSold with APHA Permit: 41H5KKH4

Lot 1237

Pair of vintage GPO telephones, circa 1970s/1980s. Ivory and brown/grey colour. Complete with wiring and sockets, with dials in good working order. A/F. An early Bakelite telephone, circa 1940s, with call exchange and aid memoir. Darlington phone number 351433 to dial. A/F. (3)

Lot 240

A Baule mask. Ivory Coast, with white pigment, height 35cm. Maurice Jenkins (1933-2022). North Cornwall collector. Maurice was a lifetime collector and started in the 1950s. He opened a shop in Liskeard in the 1970s called Canon Hill Antiques. He visited a number of Middle Eastern countries in his lifetime including Egypt in the late 1970's when his interest in Islamic and Asian antiques began. He was a man with an eye for quality and a love of antiques, history and travel who purchased privately and at auction over the decades. Over a lifetime of purchasing privately and at auction, he created an eclectic ensemble of collections reflecting his interests. He died a few weeks before his 90th birthday and was still buying until that time.

Lot 204

An African carved mask probably Zaouli. Ivory Coast, decorated with coloured pigments, height 51cm. Maurice Jenkins (1933-2022). North Cornwall collector. Maurice was a lifetime collector and started in the 1950s. He opened a shop in Liskeard in the 1970s called Canon Hill Antiques. He visited a number of Middle Eastern countries in his lifetime including Egypt in the late 1970's when his interest in Islamic and Asian antiques began. He was a man with an eye for quality and a love of antiques, history and travel who purchased privately and at auction over the decades. Over a lifetime of purchasing privately and at auction, he created an eclectic ensemble of collections reflecting his interests. He died a few weeks before his 90th birthday and was still buying until that time.

Lot 334

A pair of Royal Worcester blush ivory vases. With pan mask handles and pedestal bases, shape number 1716, height 26cm, together with a similar jar and cover (3).Glue repair to the neck of one the pair of vases and glue repair to the cover of the other. Images of affected areas online.

Lot 264

An impressive early 20th century gilt metal and blue enamel dressing table set, inset with portrait miniatures of ladies, comprising a box, 10 cm diameter, a hand mirror, three brushes and a comb, cased, with a retail mark for Boodles & Dunthorne Jewellers, Lord Street, Liverpool, Ivory Exemption registration D7ZNPGMH Provenance:  The set was purchased as a wedding present for the current vendor in 1956, from a country house sale, but sadly the sale details have been lostoverall condition good, comb has been replaced to a modern comb, very light wear, brushes appear to have been replaced, wear to the box, losses around box corners

Lot 454

A lover's eye brooch, in a yellow coloured metal and seed pearl mount, 3 cm wide Ivory Exemption registration YGBKU8LWpin bent, slight variation of colur of pearls, no visible damage to painted surface,weight: 10.4 g all in

Lot 267A

An early 19th century silver three piece tea service, marks rubbed, 34.6 ozt (3) Ivory Exemption registration 7MKE1H1H

Lot 276

A Victorian silver three piece tea service, by Thomas Bradley & Son, London 1873, 40 ozt Ivory Exemption Registration ref: XELRR38Y

Lot 453

A lover's eye brooch, in a yellow coloured metal and seed pearl mount, 4 x 3 cm Ivory Exemption registration DDTJF158back engraved with initials, possible replacement pin, untested metal, slight colour variation on pearls, no visible damage to the painting,weight: 8.1 g all in

Lot 193

A Royal Worcester gilt ivory pot pourri, lacking outer cover and with blush ivory associated inner cover, height 5.5ins, and a Royal Worcester gilt ivory flat back jug, shape No 1094, height 7ins 

Lot 204

A Royal Worcester blush ivory cauldron vase, decorated with flowers, together with a gilded leaf moulded vase, af

Lot 152

Two Royal Worcester gilt ivory flat back jugs, decorated with shot silk flowers, shape No. 1094, height 6.5ins and 8ins 

Lot 125

Two Royal Worcester miniature blush ivory flat back jugs, one af, together with a Graingers Worcester miniature two handled loving mug, decorated with a Robin

Lot 206

A Royal Worcester blush ivory dish, decorated with flowers, width 11ins 

Lot 205

A Royal Worcester blush ivory hors d'oeuvres dish, width 11ins

Lot 21

REGENCY MAHOGANY LINEN PRESS, BY GORDON & WATSON, AYR with original label and pencil signature, the cabinet with two doors over three hidden drawers with ivory handles and further three drawersThis lot contains elephant ivory material. Several countries, including in the EU and USA, prohibit the importation of ivory items unless under specific conditions. Prospective buyers should familiarise themselves with the relevant customs regulations of their country and ensure they are able to import this item prior to bidding.Ivory Act 2018 (2022) compliant with APHA registration reference M35DN1BY. 229cm high, 128cm wide The linen press is in a reasonable overall condition considering its age and use. Some minor damage to the drawers, missing handle. Slight cracks to both sides.more images now online.

Lot 177

English, C.1900, label for 'Dixon & Hempenstall, Opticians, 12 Suffolk St Dublin , turned wooden base with terminals for low voltage to motor and high voltage to Geissler tube, brass column supports soft iron ring, bobbin wound coils to the rotor, breaker to the rear, complete with Geissler tune, height 22cmReference: For a similar instrument see: https://physics.kenyon.edu/EarlyApparatus/Electric_Motors/Wheatstones_motor/Wheatstones_Motor.htmFootnote: This lot contains ivory and has been registered in accordance with the Ivory Act (Section 10), Ref.BJ3J32QCFlints Auctions CANNOT ship this item out if the UK.

Lot 165

Georgian Brass Pantograph By Adams, English, c.1790, engraved in copperplate 'Adams, London' of typical form and design, with brass weight, pens and other items, all in a French polished mahogany case, case 64cmFootnote: This lot contains ivory and has been registered in accordance with the Ivory Act (Section 10), Ref. P5VDANLAFlints Auctions CANNOT ship this item out if the UK.

Lot 166

Early 18th Century Drawing Instrument Etui, Benjamin Scott, English, early 18th Century, the rule & Protractor engraved 'Ben Scott, Londini Fecit' the small wooden etui covered in black leather, withe metal hinge with brass studs to lid, the set contains a small finely engraved protractor(10cm x 2.7cm), silver* instruments comprising of a small fixed pair of dividers with engraved joint, bigger set of dividers with interchangeable pencil holder, pen, wheel, an a ink pen with silver* handle, case height 11cm Footnote: according to Clifton Benjamin Scott worked 1712 at Exeter Exchange, Strand London, then 1718 - 1733 Mariner & Globe Exeter Exchange Strand London * Assumed silverFootnote: This lot contains ivory and has been registered in accordance with the Ivory Act (Section 10), Ref.SMBWSVT9Flints Auctions CANNOT ship this item out if the UK

Lot 153

Large Cabinet of fine Victorian Microscope Slides English, late victorian, unsigned but in the style of 'Smith & Beck (note handle design), with 25 drawers each capable of holding 30 standard slides, the slides represent a diverse collection covering many subjects including geology, Foraminifera, marine zoology butterfly wings, entomology, microphotographs, with slides from preparers including Smith & Beck, W Watson & Sons, C.M Topping, J. T. Norman, Clark & Page, Firth, and many othersFootnote: This lot contains ivory and has been registered in accordance with the Ivory Act (Section 10), Ref.CTGY8KHE Flints Auctions CANNOT ship this item out if the UK.

Lot 39

*A TORTOISESHELL AND MOTHER OF PEARL CARD BOXwith inlaid mother of pearl floral decoration. 10.5cm high x 8cm wideLots marked with a (*) symbol may be subject to CITES Regulations when exported.  Several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, such as rhino horn, ivory, coral and tortoiseshell. If you are interested in bidding on a lot containing these materials and you wish to export, please ensure you are familiar with all relevant customs regulations prior to bidding. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence and ensure before bidding of their legal requirements concerning Cites regulations pertaining to their country. All lots are being sold under the Conditions of Sale as printed in this catalogue and on display on our website. Condition Report: Excellent condition No issues See images

Lot 37

*A WALKING CANE, 19TH CENTURY with a plain ivory handle and silver collar, Birmingham, mark J H, date letter rubbed, with chased foliate decoration and  inscription: 'Presented to Mr. W. Renwick by a few Preston Friends, Sept. 4th 1890'. 90.5cm longLots marked with a (*) symbol may be subject to CITES Regulations when exported.  Several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, such as rhino horn, ivory, coral and tortoiseshell. If you are interested in bidding on a lot containing these materials and you wish to export, please ensure you are familiar with all relevant customs regulations prior to bidding. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence and ensure before bidding of their legal requirements concerning Cites regulations pertaining to their country. All lots are being sold under the Conditions of Sale as printed in this catalogue and on display on our website.

Lot 186

*A PAIR OF GEORGE III MAHOGANY, ROSEWOOD BANDED AND BOXWOOD LINE INLAID SERPENTINE COMMODES, C.1775, each fitted with two drawers with lozenge ivory escutcheons, the sides with canted corners, the shaped apron on cabriole legs. 122cm wide, 59.5cm deep, 77cm highLots marked with a (*) symbol may be subject to CITES Regulations when exported.  Several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, such as rhino horn, ivory, coral and tortoiseshell. If you are interested in bidding on a lot containing these materials and you wish to export, please ensure you are familiar with all relevant customs regulations prior to bidding. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence and ensure before bidding of their legal requirements concerning Cites regulations pertaining to their country. All lots are being sold under the Conditions of Sale as printed in this catalogue and on display on our website.

Lot 38

*A VICTORIAN UMBRELLA WITH IVORY CARVED HANDLE, the handle carved with vine leaves and inscription 'Louise July 27 1889', with gold top stamped Birmingham 1889, 18ct, mark W.B. 95.5cm longCondition Report: Very good conditionHandle is good, two gold mounts with clear marksMaterial replaced and is taught and in good orderClip working perfectlySee additional images

Lot 35

*A WALKING CANE, 19TH CENTURY with carved ivory 'fist handle' top in the shape of parrot's head, with silver collar, Birmingham, 1893. 90cm longLots marked with a (*) symbol may be subject to CITES Regulations when exported.  Several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, such as rhino horn, ivory, coral and tortoiseshell. If you are interested in bidding on a lot containing these materials and you wish to export, please ensure you are familiar with all relevant customs regulations prior to bidding. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence and ensure before bidding of their legal requirements concerning Cites regulations pertaining to their country. All lots are being sold under the Conditions of Sale as printed in this catalogue and on display on our website. Condition Report: Good overallIvory handle is goodSilver mount has vacant cartoucheSmall dings and wearEbon shaft, missing ferule (tip)See images

Lot 25

*A WALKING CANEwith carved ivory top in the form of moon with the owl perched on its crescent, with silver collar, London, 1925, William Hutton & Sons Ltd.99cm long Lots marked with a (*) symbol may be subject to CITES Regulations when exported.  Several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, such as rhino horn, ivory, coral and tortoiseshell. If you are interested in bidding on a lot containing these materials and you wish to export, please ensure you are familiar with all relevant customs regulations prior to bidding. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence and ensure before bidding of their legal requirements concerning Cites regulations pertaining to their country. All lots are being sold under the Conditions of Sale as printed in this catalogue and on display on our website. Condition Report: Some natural age cracksSome scuffing to the shaft and feruleSee images

Lot 174

 A SET OF TWELVE ROSENTHALE IVORY BAVARIA GILT AND FLORAL PATTERN DINNER PLATES, made for J.E. Caldwell & Co. Philadelphia, 27cm diameter; together with A set of twelve J. Pouyat Limoges gilt and green-painted side plates, made for Wright, Tyndale & Van Roden Philadelphia, with fourteen matched soup cups and saucersProvenance: Dawesfield House, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, USALots 92 - 175 form part of the original contents of Dawesfield, Lewis Lane, Ambler, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania - an iconic American farmhouse built by Abraham Dawes and by descent through generations of the female line. It served as the Revolutionary Headquarters of General George Washington from 20th October until 2nd November, 1777.

Lot 32

*A WALKING CANE,with carved bone 'fist handle' top in the shape of an eagle's claw grasping an egg with 18ct gold plated collar, mark of 'c & S'. 90cm longLots marked with a (*) symbol may be subject to CITES Regulations when exported.  Several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, such as rhino horn, ivory, coral and tortoiseshell. If you are interested in bidding on a lot containing these materials and you wish to export, please ensure you are familiar with all relevant customs regulations prior to bidding. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence and ensure before bidding of their legal requirements concerning Cites regulations pertaining to their country. All lots are being sold under the Conditions of Sale as printed in this catalogue and on display on our website.

Lot 34

*A WOODEN WALKING CANE, with carved ivory handle in the shape of a fist enclosing a seal, white metal collar. 86.5cm longLots marked with a (*) symbol may be subject to CITES Regulations when exported.  Several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, such as rhino horn, ivory, coral and tortoiseshell. If you are interested in bidding on a lot containing these materials and you wish to export, please ensure you are familiar with all relevant customs regulations prior to bidding. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence and ensure before bidding of their legal requirements concerning Cites regulations pertaining to their country. All lots are being sold under the Conditions of Sale as printed in this catalogue and on display on our website.

Lot 28

*A WALKING CANE, with a carved bone handle in the of a turtle perched on a rock above a white metal collar inscribed ' E. Matthewman, Frizinghall'. 93cm longLots marked with a (*) symbol may be subject to CITES Regulations when exported.  Several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, such as rhino horn, ivory, coral and tortoiseshell. If you are interested in bidding on a lot containing these materials and you wish to export, please ensure you are familiar with all relevant customs regulations prior to bidding. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence and ensure before bidding of their legal requirements concerning Cites regulations pertaining to their country. All lots are being sold under the Conditions of Sale as printed in this catalogue and on display on our website.

Lot 40

*A MOTHER OF PEARL CARD CASEwith engraved floral design, applied metal work. 10.5 x 8cmLots marked with a (*) symbol may be subject to CITES Regulations when exported.  Several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, such as rhino horn, ivory, coral and tortoiseshell. If you are interested in bidding on a lot containing these materials and you wish to export, please ensure you are familiar with all relevant customs regulations prior to bidding. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence and ensure before bidding of their legal requirements concerning Cites regulations pertaining to their country. All lots are being sold under the Conditions of Sale as printed in this catalogue and on display on our website.

Lot 23

*AN IVORY CARD CASE, with applied metal scrollwork mounts, with crest reserve to centre, clasp to side opening to concertina card compartment. 10.3 x 6.7cm Provenance: Property of a noted collectorLots marked with a (*) symbol may be subject to CITES Regulations when exported.  Several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, such as rhino horn, ivory, coral and tortoiseshell. If you are interested in bidding on a lot containing these materials and you wish to export, please ensure you are familiar with all relevant customs regulations prior to bidding. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence and ensure before bidding of their legal requirements concerning Cites regulations pertaining to their country. All lots are being sold under the Conditions of Sale as printed in this catalogue and on display on our website. Condition Report: Good overallIvory panels good to both front and backTiny loss to one corner tip (lower left of front)Small part of the silk lining detached from edgeClasp is good with tight closingFelt spine wornSee images

Lot 36

*A WALKING CANE, with a carved ivory 'fist handle' top in the shape of monkey's head, with interlaced white metal collar. 83.5cm longLots marked with a (*) symbol may be subject to CITES Regulations when exported.  Several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, such as rhino horn, ivory, coral and tortoiseshell. If you are interested in bidding on a lot containing these materials and you wish to export, please ensure you are familiar with all relevant customs regulations prior to bidding. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence and ensure before bidding of their legal requirements concerning Cites regulations pertaining to their country. All lots are being sold under the Conditions of Sale as printed in this catalogue and on display on our website.

Lot 27

*A WOODEN WALKING CANE, with carved stag antler handle with an elephant head, gilt metal collar, malaaca cane. 90.5cm longLots marked with a (*) symbol may be subject to CITES Regulations when exported.  Several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, such as rhino horn, ivory, coral and tortoiseshell. If you are interested in bidding on a lot containing these materials and you wish to export, please ensure you are familiar with all relevant customs regulations prior to bidding. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence and ensure before bidding of their legal requirements concerning Cites regulations pertaining to their country. All lots are being sold under the Conditions of Sale as printed in this catalogue and on display on our website.

Lot 29

*A WALKING CANE with carved ivory top in of a horse and monkey, with gilt metal collar, bamboo cane and ferrule tip. 100cm longLots marked with a (*) symbol may be subject to CITES Regulations when exported.  Several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, such as rhino horn, ivory, coral and tortoiseshell. If you are interested in bidding on a lot containing these materials and you wish to export, please ensure you are familiar with all relevant customs regulations prior to bidding. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence and ensure before bidding of their legal requirements concerning Cites regulations pertaining to their country. All lots are being sold under the Conditions of Sale as printed in this catalogue and on display on our website.

Lot 30

*A WALKING CANE, with a carved bone top formed as a lion and elephant head, the cane simulating bamboo. 89cm longLots marked with a (*) symbol may be subject to CITES Regulations when exported.  Several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, such as rhino horn, ivory, coral and tortoiseshell. If you are interested in bidding on a lot containing these materials and you wish to export, please ensure you are familiar with all relevant customs regulations prior to bidding. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence and ensure before bidding of their legal requirements concerning Cites regulations pertaining to their country. All lots are being sold under the Conditions of Sale as printed in this catalogue and on display on our website.

Lot 26

*A WALKING CANE,with a carved ivory handle in the shape of a Jester's head, with silver collar, Birmingham, 1921, mark of Constantines Ltd, . 94cm longLots marked with a (*) symbol may be subject to CITES Regulations when exported.  Several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, such as rhino horn, ivory, coral and tortoiseshell. If you are interested in bidding on a lot containing these materials and you wish to export, please ensure you are familiar with all relevant customs regulations prior to bidding. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence and ensure before bidding of their legal requirements concerning Cites regulations pertaining to their country. All lots are being sold under the Conditions of Sale as printed in this catalogue and on display on our website.

Lot 22

*AN IVORY PEDESTAL DESK THERMOMETER & COMPASS, BY HARRIS & CO, HOLBORN, LONDONin form of fluted column, with acanthus capped top and base. 12cm high Provenance: Property of a noted collectorLots marked with a (*) symbol may be subject to CITES Regulations when exported.  Several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, such as rhino horn, ivory, coral and tortoiseshell. If you are interested in bidding on a lot containing these materials and you wish to export, please ensure you are familiar with all relevant customs regulations prior to bidding. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence and ensure before bidding of their legal requirements concerning Cites regulations pertaining to their country. All lots are being sold under the Conditions of Sale as printed in this catalogue and on display on our website. Condition Report: Some small chips to edges Some mild discolouration Small age cracks but good overall See additional images

Lot 41

*AN IVORY BOX, of rectangular form, depicting six figures practicing gunnery. Includes an inscription: 'Gunnery Practice Between Decks on the HMS Donegal'. 10.5 x 6 x 2.5cmLots marked with a (*) symbol may be subject to CITES Regulations when exported.  Several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, such as rhino horn, ivory, coral and tortoiseshell. If you are interested in bidding on a lot containing these materials and you wish to export, please ensure you are familiar with all relevant customs regulations prior to bidding. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence and ensure before bidding of their legal requirements concerning Cites regulations pertaining to their country. All lots are being sold under the Conditions of Sale as printed in this catalogue and on display on our website.

Lot 33

*A WALKING CANE, the ivory 'fist handle' top, with elaborately carved coat of arms, gilt metal collar, ebon cane. c.99cm longLots marked with a (*) symbol may be subject to CITES Regulations when exported.  Several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, such as rhino horn, ivory, coral and tortoiseshell. If you are interested in bidding on a lot containing these materials and you wish to export, please ensure you are familiar with all relevant customs regulations prior to bidding. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence and ensure before bidding of their legal requirements concerning Cites regulations pertaining to their country. All lots are being sold under the Conditions of Sale as printed in this catalogue and on display on our website.

Lot 70

TWO ITALIAN 'GRAND TOUR' SIENA MARBLE CARVED MODELS OF THE RUINS OF THE TEMPLE OF CASTOR AND POLLUX AND THE TEMPLE OF VESPASIAN, 19TH CENTURY with typical Roman temple architectural detailing. 43.4cm high and 44.4cm highThe creation of architectural models has been a longstanding tradition. Originating in the Near East around the fifth century B.C., this tradition resurfaced in Europe approximately a millennium later. Replicas tailored for tourists, essentially serving as souvenirs, emerged in the late seventeenth century. Following the excavation of numerous Christian sites in Jerusalem,  Franciscan friars began crafting models of the city’s Church of the Holy Sepulchre in olivewood, ebony, ivory, and mother-of-pearl. They were extremely sought after by affluent pilgrims seeking mementos of their visits to the Holy Land. At very nearly the same time, in 1670, Richard Lassels published his The Voyage of Italy, the first tourists’ guide to that destination, and the first to describe the journey as a “Grand Tour”. By the middle of the eighteenth century, among the variety of works available to Grand Tourists in Italy – including marble and bronze antiquities, Renaissance sculpture, paintings, and furnishings – were a variety of architectural models fashioned from cork. The cork replicas were of Italy’s, ancient, ruined, Classical monuments. Architect Auguste Rosa, who lived in Rome from 1738-1784, is given credit for inventing the souvenir cork architectural model. However, it was another Roman architect, Antonio Chichi (1743 – 1816), who understood the medium’s commercial potential. His 1786 catalogue lists 36 different models for sale – the Colosseum, Pantheon, a variety of temples, triumphal arches, theaters, and tombs.Giallo antico marble models of ruins by Benedetto Boschetti (1820-1879), similar to the lot on offer, were exhibited in the ‘View of the Roman Court’ at the 1862 International Exhibition in London. These models exemplify the high-quality souvenirs sought after by tourists during their “Grand Tour” of Italy.

Lot 24

*AN IVORY DECORATED CARD CASEJapan, Meiji period. 10.5 x 8cmLots marked with a (*) symbol may be subject to CITES Regulations when exported.  Several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, such as rhino horn, ivory, coral and tortoiseshell. If you are interested in bidding on a lot containing these materials and you wish to export, please ensure you are familiar with all relevant customs regulations prior to bidding. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence and ensure before bidding of their legal requirements concerning Cites regulations pertaining to their country. All lots are being sold under the Conditions of Sale as printed in this catalogue and on display on our website. Condition Report: Good overallSome age with cracks to the ivoryTop closes flush and catch is tight closingThe lid top with a small engraved crest on applied silverInterior lining is goodSee images

Lot 111

A Japanese Meiji period bronze group modeled as an elephant being attacked by three Siberian tigers, the elephant with a raised trunk and with ivory tusks, the elephant and separate roaring lion with impressed marks to the undersides, the group 39cm high x 60cm wide, the lion 18cm high x 34cm wideIvory submission reference: V44VNJU8

Lot 3052

A Royal Worcester Blush Ivory bottle vase, pair of gilt handles, slender elongated neck, printed and painted with blossom, number 1762, 21cm, printed mark in puce, date code for 1895

Lot 106

Poole Dolphin, Ivory pottery pot, vintage bellows, decorative tin and Henriot Quimper plate / AN22

Lot 708

X J. HUGHES, LONDON; an ivory inset ebony and brass octant with two additional telescopic eyepieces and rosewood handle, in fitted mahogany case. CITES Self Certification No. 3H9CCN2A.Condition Report: Brassware is dull and tarnished with areas of verdigris, originally lacquered with only small traces remaining, ivory measurement markers are clear and visible, although there is a crack by the no. 40 and possible crack from the left had side, with a small chip missing by the makers tab, otherwise appears complete and functional

Lot 125

MOORCROFT; a small vase in the 'Golden Lily Ivory' design, copyrighted for 1993, with impressed and painted marks to base, height 9.5cm, boxed.Condition Report: - Appears good, with no obvious signs of damage or repair.

Lot 190

ROYAL WORCESTER; four Blush Ivory pieces, comprising a near pair of 1963 shape twin-handled vases, height of each 21cm, a 1034 shape twin-handled vase, height 13cm and a 1094 shape jug, height 13.5cm (4).Condition Report: - Each with label or part label from the Paul Breen Collection to base. The near pair of vases with tiny chips to the handles. The jug with tiny chips to the spout. Otherwise, appear good, with no obvious signs of damage or repair.

Lot 531a

X A early 19th century Mameluke cavalry officer's sword, with 31" Kilij curved single-edged blade with 10.5" double-edged tip, incised gilt brass cross guard and ivory grips, with gilt brass mounted leather scabbard, overall length 97cm. CITES Self Certification No: NAU7MF4T.Condition Report: Overall good condition, wear to the gilt finish, and tarnishing to the blade otherwise OK.

Lot 707

X A 19th century French ivory set ebony and brass octant in fitted case, with paper label inscribed 'Exposition 1844 Fabrique Colombi Opticien De La Marine, Brevete'. CITES Self Certification no. HRBDA7HL.Condition Report: Missing two section mirrored sighting pane, the measurement markers on the ivory are clear and visible, the brass has slight tarnishing, wooden finish is dull otherwise appears ok

Lot 223

CLARICE CLIFF; a 'Fantasque Bizarre' pattern preserve pot in the form of a beehive with bee finial, 9.5 x 9.5cm, together with a Royal Worcester blush ivory pot in the form of a flower head, 6.5 x 10cm (2).Condition Report: paint loss to blue borders on both the pot and lid

Lot 524

X A late 18th century Naval officer's dirk, the 12" curved single-edged blade with 4.5" double-edged tip and incised decoration, gilt brass recurved quillon and lion's head pommel with chain knuckle guard and ivory grips, gilt brass mounted leather scabbard, overall length 41cm. CITES Self Certification Ref: 8HZLPYT2Condition Report: Ivory grip split, with further losses and staining. Blade tarnished with several nicks. Gilt finish rubbed and leather section badly perished with cracks and missing throat section of sheath, otherwise OK.

Lot 709

X J. MANN; an 18th century ivory inset ebony and brass octant, inscribed to the sliding arm 'J.Mann Maker Liverpool', and further inscribed to the inset ivory tab 'William. Lindsey', in fitted box with remnants of paper label to the lid. CITES Self Certification No. J1PQ98CT.Condition Report: The brassware has a dull finish throughout and the box is coming away to the left-hand side and bottom right corner

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