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Click here to subscribeA late 19th century Japanese netsuke from Meiji period. Not signed. In carved ivory portraying a monkey sat on the floor, with both of his arms raised, doing faces, 29,8x23,5x22,7 mm. 12,57 gr. Elephant ivory specimen previous to 7/1/1947, as stated by the regulations CE 338/97 of 12/9/1996, article 2w.
A Japanese netsuke from Meiji period circa 1960-1880. Signed Rioji on the base with a kakihan. In carved elephant ivory portraying a group composed by Kintaro holding a fan, and next to him Sennin Seiobo looking at a monkey and a rabbit playing. On the back, a monkey with the hand over his head, 34,4x42,5x32,6 mm. 25,84 gr. Elephant ivory specimen previous to 7/1/1947, as stated by the regulations CE 338/97 of 12/9/1996, article 2w
A Japanese netsuke from Edo period circa 1825-1850. Signed Gyokusen on the base. In carved ivory portraying Sojobo, king of the tengus, sat on the floor while holding a general with his right hand, as a power symbol, 36,6x28,6x18,4 mm. 18,55 gr. Elephant ivory specimen previous to 7/1/1947, as stated by the regulations CE 338/97 of 12/9/1996, article 2w.
An early 19th century Japanese netsuke from Edo period. Signed Tomochika on the base. In carved elephant ivory portraying two female Shishis, fighting themselves. The one on top is bitting the paw of the one which is lying on the floor, 32,3x39,4x23,6 mm. 24,14 gr. Elephant ivory specimen previous to 7/1/1947, as stated by the regulations CE 338/97 of 12/9/1996, article 2w.
An 18th century manju from Edo period. In carved elephant ivory portraying a clam carved and decorated with shells, molluscs and waves all around, 17,1x42,1x33,6 mm. 12,47 gr. Published on Mateu Guillem, "NETSUKE. Las grandes miniaturas de la escultura japonesa", Barcelona: 1998. Page 166. Elephant ivory specimen previous to 7/1/1947, as stated by the regulations CE 338/97 of 12/9/1996, article 2w.
A 19th Japanese netsuke. Not signed. In carved hippo ivory portraying a Vanitas, where a frog and a snake are resting over the top of a skull, 4x1,8x2,1 cm. 12,34 gr. Published on Mateu Guillem, "NETSUKE. Las grandes miniaturas de la escultura japonesa", Barcelona: 1998. Page 157. Hippo ivory specimen previous to 7/1/1947, as stated by the regulations CE 338/97 of 12/9/1996, article 2w.
A late 19th century Japanese netsuke from Meiji period. Signed Masahisasai on the base. In carved elephant ivory portraying an eagle with semi extended wings and grabbing a fox with his claws, 3,6x3,6x2,6 cm. 21,46 gr. Elephant ivory specimen previous to 7/1/1947, as stated by the regulations CE 338/97 of 12/9/1996, article 2w.
A mid 19th century Japanese netsuke from Edo period. Signed Shinsai on the base. In carved elephant ivory portraying a group composed by two tigers with glass eyes where the cub is looking at the female, 2,1x3,7x2,9 mm. 11,51 gr. Published on Mateu Guillem, "NETSUKE. Las grandes miniaturas de la escultura japonesa", Barcelona: 1998. Page 119. Elephant ivory specimen previous to 7/1/1947, as stated by the regulations CE 338/97 of 12/9/1996, article 2w
A 19th century Japanese netsuke from Edo period. Signed Tokugyoko on the base. In carved elephant ivory portraying a naked child, sat on the floor, with a smiley face, 5,5x4x4 cm. 48,89 gr. Elephant ivory specimen previous to 7/1/1947, as stated by the regulations CE 338/97 of 12/9/1996, article 2w.
A 19th century Japanese netsuke from Edo period. Not signed. In carved ivory portraying a woman lying on the floor and holding a strange object with both hands, 2,1x5,2x2,5 cm. 13,1 gr. Elephant ivory specimen previous to 7/1/1947, as stated by the regulations CE 338/97 of 12/9/1996, article 2w.
A 19th century Japanese netsuke from Edo period. Not signed. In carved elephant ivory portraying a karako, next to a character who is playing a trumpet and a odg lying on the floor, 43,3x37,1x24,1 mm. 17,19 gr. Elephant ivory specimen previous to 7/1/1947, as stated by the regulations CE 338/97 of 12/9/1996, article 2w.
A Japanese netsuke from Edo period circa 1800. Signed Masamitsu on the base. In carved elephant ivory portraying a group of puppies climbing over a panicked monkey with inlaid horn eyes, 24,x54,5x41,8 mm. 47 gr. Elephant ivory specimen previous to 7/1/1947, as stated by the regulations CE 338/97 of 12/9/1996, article 2w.
A 19th century Japanese netsuke from Meiji period. Not signed. In carved elephant ivory portraying astanding dog with Shibayama decoration of mother of pearl and coral inlaid, 26x15,9x35 mm. 12 gr. Elephant ivory specimen previous to 7/1/1947, as stated by the regulations CE 338/97 of 12/9/1996, article 2w.
A 19th century Japanese netsuke from Meiji period. Not signed. In carved elephant ivory portrayinga Karako with a dog running over a rectangular base decorated with the Mount Fuji below, 43,3x46,3x15,4 mm. 15 gr. Elephant ivory specimen previous to 7/1/1947, as stated by the regulations CE 338/97 of 12/9/1996, article 2w.
A first third of 20th century Japanese netsuke from Taisho period. Signed on the base. In carved elephant ivory portraying a standing horse with the head slightly bent towards the floor, 49,7x34,9x25,4 mm. 35 gr. Elephant ivory specimen previous to 7/1/1947, as stated by the regulations CE 338/97 of 12/9/1996, article 2w.
A 19th century Japanese netsuke okimono from Meiji period. Signed on a red kanji on the base. In carved elephant ivory portraying three characters and a carp in the sea, 42,9x45,1x44,6 mm. 48,84 gr. Elephant ivory specimen previous to 7/1/1947, as stated by the regulations CE 338/97 of 12/9/1996, article 2w.
PIANO BLUES - LPs. A smashing collection of around 35 LPs. Artists/ titles include Memphis Slim inc Traveling With The Blues (SLP 118), This Is A Good Time To Write A Song (SLP 138), Chicago Boogie-Woogie And Blues (FWX 53536), Rockin The Blues, USA, S/T (A610), Messin Around With The Blues, Piano Solo. Jimmy Rushing - Showcase (PPT 12016, 10"), Bobby Bland - Best Of Vol. II (DLP 86). Big Joe Turner (x20) inc Have No Fear BJT Is Here, S/T (8005), The Boss Of The Blues, Big Joe Rides Again, Rockin The Blues, Roll 'Em, Big Joe Is Here, Turns On The Blues, Singing The Blues, Jumpin The Blues, The Soul Of, Roomful Of Blues. Professor Longhair, Sam Taylor, Ivory Joe Turner. Condition is generally VG+ to Ex+.
CONTEMPORARY FUNK/SOUL - LPs/12". Essential grooves with 23 x LPs/12". Artists/titles include Jazz Today Volume 1, Loose Ends - A Little Spice, A Portrait Of Walter Jackson, Southern Freez, Slipstream - The Best Of British Jazz-Funk, Stan Ivory - Never Give Up, Impact - The Pac Is Back, Howard Johnson- Keepin' Love New, Prince Phillip Mitchell, Mike & Mike, The Jazz Renegades - A Summer To Remember, Char-Lette, Paul Kelly, Pieces Of A Dream, Lamont Dozier - Black Bach, Broomfield, Anthony White, David Simmons, Impact and Rufus & Chaka Khan. Condition is generally VG+ to Ex+
A VICTORIAN ELECTRO-TYPE PARCEL GILT TANKARD BY ELKINGTON, MASON & CO., 1842-61Engraved Executed by Elkington, Mason & Co. from the original in ivory in the possession of Henry C. G. Bedford Esqr., with bacchanals and a drunken Silenius in full relief26cm (10 1/4in) highCatalogue Note: Elkington & Co. received financial backing from Josiah Mason in 1842, renaming the firm Elkington, Mason & Co. between 1842 and 1861, and was extremely successful. It introduced electrotyping as a new method of production for silver plated items. Elkington & Co. exhibited at the Great Exhibition of 1851 with enormous successCondition Report: Hinge loose, cover sits well, silver and gilt generally very good, two rubbed nosed noted, minor rubbing where handle heldCondition Report Disclaimer
Y A CHINESE EXPORT LACQUER WORK AND WRITING BOXCIRCA 1830Of canted rectangular shape decorated overall with figures in landscapes within a border of dragons, the hinged lid revealing a tray with fittings (some ivory and a quantity of small cowrie shells) the base with a drawer and small writing slope, on four claw feet35cm x 25.5cm Condition Report: The lacquer has some rubbing in particular to the top which contrasts with the sides as the top has a brown appearance (rather than black) ground, the gilding is rubbed and the detail worn away in places. Missing some fitting; some damage to the ivory fretwork panels; some compartment divisions of the tray and drawer are loose/bowed; some rubbing to the interior fittings. Some cracks to the interior of the lid along the ridges from the hinge areaKnocks, marks, scratches and abrasions consistent with age and use, in particular to the area around the drawer.Lacks a key to the drawer. Please refer to the additional images for condition. Condition Report Disclaimer
Y A REGENCY MAHOGANY AND SPECIMEN MARBLE TOPPED WRITING TABLECIRCA 1810The top with a three-quarter pierced brass gallery above a single real and opposing dummy frieze drawer with turned ivory handles, the rectangular end-supports joined by a pole stretcher and on splayed legs ending in brass cap castors, inlaid throughout with stringing76cm high, 80cm wide, 52cm deepCondition Report: Marks, scratches, chips, splits and abrasions consistent with age and useSome sections of replacement and losses to veneersCracks to some of the marble.The top warped, visible to the sides.Cracks to ivory handles.The front of the drawer slightly bowed so that it is not flush to one side.The drawer lined with a leather inset suggesting that it might have been a secretaire drawer at one stage.Some sideways movement when moved from side to side.Lacking some mouldings to the supports.Please refer to additional images for visual reference to condition Condition Report Disclaimer
Y AN ART DECO SILVER TABLE SERVICE FOR TWELVE PLACE SETTINGS MAPPIN & WEBB, SHEFFIELD 1932Engraved W, comprising: twelve table forks, eight table spoons, twelve dessert forks, twelve dessert spoons, twelve soup spoons, six lobster picks, twelve tea spoons, twelve coffee spoons, twelve grapefruit spoons, six cake forks, a butter knife, two sauce ladles, a soup ladle, 5130g (164.9 oz);Together with the following with silver knife type handles and silver blades/tines: twelve tea knives, twelve tea forks; Together with the following with mother of pearl handles and silver blades/tines: twelve fruit knives, twelve fruit forks; Together with the following with ivory handles and silver blades: twelve fish knives, twelve fish forks, a pair of fish servers; Together with the following with ivory handles and steel blades: twelve table knives, twelve cheese or dessert knives, a six piece carving setIn a walnut and beech two drawer side table, 80cm high, 80cm wide, 65cm deep Condition Report: THE TABLE:With a glass top cut to the outline shape.Marks, scratches, scuffs, knocks and abrasions commensurate with age and use.A few gouged scratches.Overall the patina is clean with some signs of staining faded/rubbed giving some colour variation.The back of this table is carved and finished so that this piece could stand in the middle of a room.Evidence of old worm to the underbearers of the drawers.An inset Mappin and Webb plaque to the top drawer. Some later stop blocks to the back of the drawers.Please refer to additional images for visual reference to conditionAll pieces appear to be presentStruck with the same marks throughout. Marks are well struck Condition Report Disclaimer
Y A LATE VICTORIAN ROSEWOOD AND IVORY MARQUETRY KIDNEY SHAPED DESKLATE 19TH CENTURY, ATTRIBUTED TO WALLIS & COThe superstructure enclosing central cupboard and two concave side cupboards beneath a brass pierced gallery, the inset leather writing surface above one long drawer, on tapered square legs with spade feet ending in brass castors, the whole profusely inlaid with ivory and satinwood classical figures, cupids and animals 107cm high, 111cm wide, 62cm deepCondition Report: Marks, scratches, chips, splits and abrasions consistent with age and useRepair to one back legPlease refer to additional images for visual reference to condition Condition Report Disclaimer
Y A LATE VICTORIAN ROSEWOOD AND IVORY MARQUETRY KIDNEY-SHAPED DESKLATE 19TH CENTURY, ATTRIBUTED TO WALLIS & COThe superstructure with pierced brass three-quarter gallery above a central cupboard inlaid with a classical figure and flanked by two rectangular panels above a leather writing surface and central frieze drawer , on tapering legs joined by an elegant stretcher , brass capped feet and castors, inlaid throughout with engraved neo-classical designs including putti, swags and medallions, bearing the trade label of Wallis & Co Ltd , Holborn Circus , London107cm high, 113cm wide, 63cm deepCondition Report: Marks, scratches, chips, pitting and abrasions consistent with age and useSome losses including to marquetry.Some repairs including to one foot and the stretcher.The back with some fading and drier in appearance.Please refer to additional images for visual reference to condition Condition Report Disclaimer
A 19th century miniature portrait on ivory of the Great Countess of Cumberland, a miniature portrait on ivory of James I, depicted in profile with ruff and red fabric sash, in rich clothing, of oval form within a black painted frame and two 19th century watercolour miniature portraits, both on paper
Sea Charts. Van Keulen (J.), The New Sea Map of the First Part of the Channel Betwext England et France, Amsterdam, circa 1800, uncoloured engraved chart, orientated to the east, titles repeated in Dutch, French, Spanish and Italian, occasional marginal closed tears, 525 x 610 mm, together with Mount & Page (publishers). A Chart of the Grain Ivory & Quaqua Coasts in Guinea from Cape St. Anne to Teen Pequene, circa 1750, uncoloured engraved sea chart, inset map showing the coastline from Cape la Hou to Tee Pequene, 435 x 530 mm, with Robyn (Jacob). Pas-caert vande Gout-cust in Guinea..., [and] De Zee Cust van Melegette en Melly, Amsterdam, circa 1695, two hand-coloured engraved sea charts, both trimmed with slight loss to the upper strapwork margin, both maps with slight toning and staining, each approximately 420 x 530 mm, with Bellin (Jacques Nicolas). Plan d'une Baye et d'un Havre sur la Côte du Chili and la Mer du Sud..., 1741, hand-coloured engraved chart orientated to the west, one repaired handling tear, old folds, 265 x 315 mm and two other similar, plus Jansson (Jan). Devonia vulgo Devon-shire, Amsterdam, circa 1648, engraved map with sparse outline colouring, trimmed to neatline, margins strengthened on verso, central fold split and crudely repaired on verso, stained, long closed tears affecting image, 390 x 490 mmQty: (8)
A collection of various items to include a Bell & Howell 624EE Auto Set cine camera, a Baldur camera, various other camera accessories, military compass in leather case, early 20th Century Chinese carved ivory cigarette holder, engraved silver pocket lighter, various other lighters, Fifth Avenue Cosmetist powder compact, pair of Kenshaw wide angle opera glasses, Gillette safety razor, etc and a mid 20th Century pottery hunting three piece tea set, the spouts with fox mask decoration
A collection of various objets de vertus including a burr walnut manicure box with bone / ivory fittings (scissors and knife missing), 13.7 cm x 10.2 cm x 6 cm, a bone apple corer, silver vesta case, silver locket, brass pastry crimper, silver handled plated shoe horn, mother of pearl pen knife, mother of pearl handled butter knife, white metal handled button hook, mother of pearl handled Turkish Delight fork and ivory handled pickle fork, together with a horn barrel-shaped tape measure with stanhope depicting The Crystal Palace and a bone and ivory folding ear spoon
A 19th Century mahogany and inlaid toilet mirror, the rectangular bevel edged plate on square tapered reeded supports to brass urn finials, on a fan marquetry medallion inlaid and rosewood cross-banded three drawer base, with turned ivory knob handles, raised on bracket feet, 51 cm wide x 21.3 cm deep x 56 cm high, together with a mahogany and burr walnut oval dressing mirror on scroll supports, 39 cm wide x 24 cm deep x 47 cm high and a matching mahogany mirror
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