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Lot 686
A JAPANESE IVORY OKIMONO, depicting a fruit seller holding a rod over his shoulder with his fruit / veg, the other hand holding a staff, a basket of fruit by his feet and a small dog, Meiji period, H 18 cm, S/DCondition Report:The basket has the handle missing and a split down the back, cracks to the fishermans head
Lot 689
A JAPANESE IVORY OKIMONO, depicting a fisherman with two children with a fishing basket and loose lid to the base, upturned tortoise to base, signed to the underside, H 18 cm, A/FCondition Report:Both children off the base with damage and losses to their feet, fisherman missing left hand, damage and losses to the hat
Lot 683
A PAIR OF 19TH CENTURY CHINESE CARVED IVORY LOW POTS AND LIDS, each with carved decoration of lions attacking an elephant, the lid with a carved lion and a lion cub finial, each pot bearing a signature, H 8.5 cm (2)Condition Report:Condition appears reasonable with age, one lion has lost the majority of an ear
Lot 1392
BARKER BROTHERS SILVER LTD; an Elizabeth II hallmarked silver dish with shaped rim, Chester 1962, diameter 10.9cm, and an Art Deco dish with simulated ivory handles by Harrod's Ltd, Sheffield 1936, approx 7.3ozt/228g (including simulated ivory handles) (2).Additional InformationScratches, nicks and small indents, tarnish, one of the handles to the second dish is loose and will need some attention.
Lot 1851
VINER'S LTD; a set of six George VI hallmarked silver pickle forks with mother of pearl finials, Sheffield 1938, length 9cm, a set of five by the same maker with ivory finials, and further variously silver sheath and mother of pearl handled pickle forks, butter and fish knives, also a butter dish with clear glass liner and engraved initials, a mother of pearl handled pen knife by Foxall & Co, Birmingham 1850, and three single napkin rings, one a Masonic example with engraved symbols and inscription ‘Commonweal Lodge No. 5332’ by Gladwin Ltd, Sheffield 1936, numerous with engraved initials, weighable silver approx 6.4ozt/200g.Additional InformationPen knife handle with chips, nibbles to blade and further abrasions, further general wear throughout.
Lot 1261
A George III hallmarked silver matched three piece tea set with gadrooned decoration, the sugar bowl and jug with scroll handles, all raised on bun feet, London 1809 and 1810, length of teapot 27cm, combined approx 37.5ozt/1066.6g.Additional InformationThe teapot is dated a year after the bowl and jug and has ivory spacers so cannot be sold outside of the UK without export licence. All three pieces are of good gauge, hallmarks are clear, some tarnishing and toning and light surface wear but overall ok.Same maker on all three pieces
Lot 1268
MARTIN, HALL & CO; a Victorian hallmarked silver coffee pot with chased scrolling and floral decoration surrounding two oval vacant cartouches, London 1876, height 24cm, approx 25.9ozt/807g.Additional InformationImpressed No.9026 to base, general wear throughout, marks are crisp, tarnishing, polish residue, ivory spacers to the handle.
Lot 1266
An Edward VII hallmarked silver teapot with band of engraved stylised leaf detail and lower gadrooned section, with ivory finial and spacers, London 1907, height 22.5cm, approx 26.69ozt/830g.Additional InformationAs there are ivory elements to this pot, it cannot be shipped outside of the UK without relevant paperwork. The maker's mark is obscured. One side of the body has small dents and is rather sprung, indicating a raised engraved inscription at some point. Further small dents and surface scratches throughout. Tarnishing and toning throughout.
Lot 388
AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY CAMPAIGN CANTEEN OF SILVER PLATED AND STEEL CUTLERY by Brook & Son Edinburgh, the oak two drawer canteen with brass carrying handles each side and two drawer fronts, with brass inlaid corners, 47 x 33 x 22cm deep. The full set comprising 135 pieces, full set of table and dessert knives, forks and spoons, tea, egg, salt and mustard spoons, carvers, ladles etc. The knife handles of ivory initialled 'M' together with a matching oak cased set of twelve fish knives and forks Condition Report : good, no obvious damage to case or cutlery Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting (where possible) any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.
Lot 577
Außergewöhnliche seltene und große Elfenbeingruppe Gesamthöhe mit ebonisiertem Sockel: 40 cm. Sockellänge: 51 cm. Sockeltiefe: 31 cm. Erbach, 19. Jahrhundert. Mit Darstellung eines nach links über Gestein und Baumstümpfen jagenden Pferdes, auf dem ein unbekleideter Jüngling gebunden liegt, dahinter zieht ein morscher Baumstamm mit seitlichen knorrigen Ästen hoch. Am felsigen Boden Hund und ein liegender Wolf. Die figürliche Szene geht auf den Inhalt eines literarischen werkes von Lord Byron zurück, 1817/18 entstanden, für die Oper behandelt und von dem Maler Horace Vernet (1789-1863) gemalt unter dem Titel "Mazeppa und die Wölfe". Die Figurengruppe dem Gemälde gegenüber in seitenverkehrter Richtung. Was darauf schließen lässt, dass der Schnitzer nach einer Stichvorlage gearbeitet hat. (12511025) EXCEPTIONALLY RARE AND LARGE IVORY GROUP Overall height incl. ebonized base: 40 cm. Length of base: 51 cm. Depth of base: 31 cm. Erbach, 19th century. This figural subject is based on a poem by Lord Byron published in 1817/18. It was also adapted for opera and painted by Horace Vernet (1789-1863) and titled ''Mazeppa and the wolves''_. The figural group is shown inverted in comparison to the painting, which suggests that the carving artist was working from an engraving. Export restrictions outside the EU.
Lot 574
Prächtiger Elfenbeindeckelhumpen von Lorenz Berg, 1843 "" 1912 Höhe des Krugs: 37 cm. Gesamthöhe mit zugehörigem Sockel: 44 cm. Links an der Stufentreppe des Tempels signiert "L. Berg". Der Humpen, nach elegantem Gesamtentwurf, präsentiert sich auf einem zugehörigen ebonisierten und mit blattförmigen Elfenbeinfüßen gearbeiteten Sockel. Eingezogener Rundfuß mit Perlstabprofilen und Blattdekor, darüber leicht nach oben sich weitende runde Wandung, reich mit römisch-antiker Szenerie beschnitzt. Der kräftige Henkel nachezu C-bogig, mit Daumenrast in Form eines hochstehenden Blattes. Deckelbekrönung in Gestalt einer zwischen Sockeln sitzenden weiblichen Allegorie der Geschichtsschreibung. Die zu drei Viertel der Wandung umlaufende Szene zieht vom Flach- ins Hochrelief und zeigt die Stürmung des Tempels der Sabiner durch die Römer. An der Vorderseite eine nahezu ins Vollplastische ziehende Figur eines geharnischten Römers mit erhobenem Schwert, gegen den sich einer der Priester zu wehren sucht. Rechts eine Gruppe um Hilfe flehender Frauen, links der Altar der Sabiner mit dem "Ewig brennenden Feuer". Im Hintergrund die Säulenarchitektur des Tempels. Eine formal vergleichbare Darstellung findet sich in dem Gemälde des Johann Heinrich Schönfeld (1609-1682), um 1640, das sich in der Eremitage Sankt Petersburg befindet. Die bekrönende Sitzfigur hält eine Schreibtafel über dem Knie, einen Federkiel in der Hand, das Haupt mit Lorbeer bekränzt. Insgesamt zeigt sich sowohl der Aufbau, die künstlerische Gestaltung als auch die Feinheit der Elfenbeinschnitzerei von höchster Qualität. In tadelloser Erhaltung. Anmerkung: Der Elfenbeinschnitzer ließ sich in Offenbach am Main nieder und arbeitete ab 1888 für Gustav Karl Schubö (1839-1905) in Offenbach und wurde dessen Werkstattleiter. Berg unterhielt eine eigene Werktstatt, die 1911 von seinem Neffen Lorenz K.H. Chr. Berg weitergeführt wurde. Neben seinem Beruf als Elfenbeinschnitzer war er auch sozialliterarisch tätig. Eine Arbeit seiner Hand "Jagdstück" wurde im Deutschen Elfenbeinmuseum ausgestellt. 1984 wurde ein von ihm signiertes Elfenbeinrelief "Frühlingsglaube" verauktioniert. Das Offenbacher Abendblatt veröffentlichte am 17.07.1912 einen Nachruf auf den Elfenbeinschnitzer. (12506451) MAGNIFICENT LIDDED IVORY TANKARD BY LORENZ BERG, 1843 '''' 1912 Height of tankard: 37 cm. Total height including base: 44 cm. Signed ''L. Berg'' on the left on the steps of the temple. The tankard with its elegant overall design is presented on a matching base with ebonised and leaf-shaped ivory feet. The overall design, artisan craftsmanship and fineness of the ivory carving are of very high quality. In very good condition. Export restrictions outside the EU.
Lot 572
Imposante Kanne mit Becken Höhe der Kanne: 52,2 cm. Durchmesser des Beckens: 50 cm. Dieppe, zweite Hälfte 19. Jahrhundert. Das Becken als Holzkorpus mit applizierten Elfenbeinreliefs im konzentrisch angeordnetem Spiegel mit zentralem silbermontiertem Rundmedaillon die lagernde Venus mit Amor darstellend. Umlaufender dichter figurativer Bacchantendekor mit Amoretten und Göttern inmitten von Festtafeln und fruktaler Dekoration. Niedriges Bord mit schwach ansteigender Fahne mit reliefierten Festons und Silberspangen. Die Kanne gefußt mit niedrigem Schaft als Faunsfiguren, die rücklings aneinander sitzen. Korpus durch drei Silberprofilreifen horizontal gegliedert mit figürlichem Griff, der in eine ziselierte Silbermontierung eingearbeitet ist, Weitlippiger Ausguss mit fast vollplastisch geschnitzten Figuren und einem auf einem Silberkopf sitzendem ganzfigürlichen Amor. Minimal rest. (1252031) Impressive jug and basin Height of jug: 52.2 cm. Diameter of basin: 50 cm. Dieppe, second half of the 19th century. Wooden basin with applied ivory reliefs within the concentric well with central silver-mounted round medallion depicting a reclining Venus with Cupid. With minimal restoration. Export restrictios outside the EU.
Lot 685
Bedeutende, ungewöhnlich große Ahnenfigur der Senufo Höhe: 115 cm. Nördliche Elfenbeinküste. Figuren dieses Types wurden bei Tanzveranstaltungen als Rhythmusinstrumente verwendet, in der Regel von Frauen benutzt, die damit den Rhythmustakt trommeln. In dieser Größe außerordentlich selten, die stehende weibliche Figur mit prominenten Brüsten, die mit rechteckig angeordneten Tätowierungen gekennzeichnet sind, ein typisches Merkmal dieser Traditionsform sowie Initiationsnarben in der Nabelgegend. Der Kopf äußerst schön gestaltet, entsprechend den bekannten Senufo-Masken mit dem typischem Haarschopf. Solche "Déblé" genannten Figuren befinden sich nur in wenigen Sammlungen. Der "Stampfsockel" als rund geschnitzte Basis gearbeitet. Dunkelbraun gebeizt mit schöner Alterspatina. Provenienz: Michel Gaud, Paris. Kunsthandel Frankreich. Deutsche Privatsammlung. Important, unusually large ancestral figure of Senufo Height: 115 cm. Northern Ivory Coast Provenance: Michel Gaud, Paris. Art Trade, France. Private collection, Germany.
Lot 808
Wiener Elfenbeinkabinett 41 x 38,5 x 25 cm. Silberelemente partiell mit Wiener Beschau. Wien, um 1880. Über vier in Silber gegossenen und partiell emaillierten Sphingen-Figuren der kastenförmige Korpus mit Risalit-artig hervorspringendem Mittelbau mit Doppeltür und darunterliegendem Schub. Hinter der Doppeltür drei Schübe. Flankiert wird der Mittelbau durch zwei hohe Schübe mit Maskaron-Zug. Allseits mit in Silberkartuschen eingelegte polychrom gestaltete Email Plaketten mit antikisierenden figuralen Szenen. Ecken mit vorgesetzten Lapislazulisäulen mit korinthischen Kapitellen und Lapislazulicachepots mit vollplastischen Blumenfüllungen in emailliertem Silber. Der Mittelbau überhöht durch verglaste Uhr und einem Blumenchacepot als Bekrönung. Ein Schlüssel und ein Uhrenschlüssel vorhanden. (1252033) Viennese ivory cabinet 41 x 38.5 x 25 cm. Silver elements partially hallmarked with Vienna city mark. Vienna, ca. 1880. Export restrictions outside the EU.
Lot 529
Louis XIV "" Reiseschatulle 9 x 39,5 x 32,5 cm. Frankreich, zweite. Hälfte 17. Jahrhundert. Ebenholz-, Nussbaum- und Obstholzfurnier, florale Intarsienverzierung, Elfenbeinintarsien partiell grün gebeizt. Rechteckiger Korpus mit Stülpscharnierdeckel. Deckelinwandige Anbringung eines goldgerahmten Spiegels, rosé Seidentapezierung sowie Compartiments für Utensilien. Diese kostbare Schatulle mit Einlegearbeiten aus einheimischen sowie exotischen Hölzern und Einlegearbeiten aus teils gebeiztem Elfenbein ist charakteristisch für die Schöpfungen von Pierre Gole (um 1620-1685), dessen Wurzeln "" wie unschwer an diesem Objekt zu erkennen ist "" in den Niederlanden liegen, jedoch ab 1640 in Paris wirkte. In seinem Nachlassinventar befanden sich auch Schatullen und Reiseschreibzeuge aus seiner Hand. Ebenholzgrund mit holändischen Blumen und umlaufendem Landschaftsdekor mit Hirschjagd. Deckel mit geschweifter Kartusche mit zentralem Obstkorb und Vögeln. Zwickel mit Blumenbouquets. Vergleiche: Th. H. Lunsingh Scheurleer, Pierre Gole, Möbeltischler Ludwig XIV., Dijon 2005 (12518116) Baroque Louis XIV travelling box 9 x 39.5 x 32.5 cm. France, 2nd half of the 17th century. Ebony, walnut, fruit wood veneer, floral inlaid work, ivory inlays, partially stained in green. Comparative examples: Th. H. L. Scheurleer, Pierre Gole: Ébéniste de Louis XIV, Dijon 2005.
Lot 55
A collection of approximately 320 microscope specimen slides, English, predominately late 19th and early 20th century,mainly botanical samples by such preparers as Smith, Beck and Beck, Arthur Doherty, and Charles Baker together with a series of diatoms, in twenty one drawer cabinet with turned ivory handles, hinged door and brass carrying handle, 12 1/2in (32cm) high Footnotes:Provenance:The Estate of the late Tony Dutton Esq QMC RMSThis lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory. The United States Government has banned the import of ivory into the USA.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 56
A collection of approximately 500 microscope specimen slides, English, predominately late 19th century,the majority rock or mineral section slides by a variety of preparers, in a twenty one draw slide cabinet with bone handles and hinged and glazed door and recessed brass carrying handle, together with a thirteen drawer mahogany slide cabinet (empty), the larger 13 1/2 in (34cm) high, (2)Footnotes:Provenance:The Estate of the late Tony Dutton Esq QMC RMSThis lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory. The United States Government has banned the import of ivory into the USA.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 57
A collection of approximately 300 microscope specimen slides, English, the majority late second half of the 19th century,made by a wide range of professional and amateur preparers including Clarke & Page, C. V. Smith and Dancer, in twenty-one drawer pine case with glazed door and turned ivory handles, 11 1/2in (29cm) high Footnotes:Provenance:The Estate of the late Tony Dutton Esq QMC RMSThis lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory. The United States Government has banned the import of ivory into the USA.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 65
A naturalist's simple microscope, English, mid 19th century,with lens, object holder on slide and turned ivory handle, in leather carrying case, 2 1/2in (6.5cm) long This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory. The United States Government has banned the import of ivory into the USA.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 70
A R & J Beck mahogany microscope specimen slide case, English, circa 1870,the 21 numbered drawers with turned ivory handles and makers plaque engraved R & J Beck 31 Cornhill London, with approximately 120 slides mainly of botany and histology, case with hinged door and brass carrying handle, 12in (30.5cm) Footnotes:Provenance:The Estate of the late Tony Dutton Esq QMC RMSThis lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory. The United States Government has banned the import of ivory into the USA.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 78
A Carpenter-type compound monocular microscope, English, circa 1830,the tube with rack and pinion focusing supported by a collar above column and folding tripod base, in fitted mahogany case with seven objectives, stage forceps and condenser, Liberkuhn, live box, fish plate and glass slides, 15in (38cm) high Footnotes:For similar microscope see: Turner, G. L'E., The Great Age of the Microscope, p.72This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory. The United States Government has banned the import of ivory into the USA.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 80
A Wilson screw-barrel simple microscope, English, mid 18th century,with turned ivory handle, in velvet lined fishskin case with five numbered lenses, talc box and brass slide carrier, the case 5in (13cm wide) This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory. The United States Government has banned the import of ivory into the USA.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 86
A Culpeper-type compound monocular microscope, English, circa 1740,with brass eyepiece and sliding cover, turned ebony nosepiece, green vellum draw tube with five numbered focusing points, grey stained rayskin outer tube, raised on three brass columns of diamond section above black stained octagonal base with concave reflector and drawer with five numbered objectives, turned ivory boxes with mica slips, stage condenser and sprung slide holder, in mahogany and oak pillar case with drawer in the base fitted with bone and ivory specimen slides, two brass mounted slides, fish plate and forceps, the microscope unextended 15 1/2in (39.5cm) high Footnotes:Provenance: Property from the Mark and Peter Dineley CollectionsFor similar style of Culpeper microscope, see Turner, G. L'E., 'The Great Age of the Microscope', p.36This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory. The United States Government has banned the import of ivory into the USA.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 92
A Robert Banks compound and simple microscope, English, 1811-1820,signed Banks Maker to H.R.H.the Prince Regent 441 Strand London, the body tube with conical lower section mounted above rectangular stage, sub-stage condenser and plano/concave reflector with folding tripod stand, in fitted mahogany case with four objectives with lieberkuhns attached, seven objectives, three aperture swivel stage, stage forceps and two stage specimen holders, fish plate, cone diaphragm, ivory cork and plain discs, the case with brass carrying handles at the sides, 16in (40.5cm) wide Footnotes:George was Prince of Wales until he became Prince Regent in 1811. He ascended to the throne in 1820 and consequently this microscope was made between 1811 and 1820. Robert Banks was at 441 Strand from about 1796 until 1827.Provenance: Property from the Mark and Peter Dineley CollectionsThis lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory. The United States Government has banned the import of ivory into the USA.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 93
A fine W. Watson & Sons Van Heurck monocular/binocular compound microscope, English, circa 1900,signed W Watson & Sons 313 High Street London 5083, coarse focusing by rack and pinion, fine focusing by lever and calibrated knob, fully mechanical circular scale with silvered scales and rotating movement, sunstage dark ground condenser and plano/concave reflector, on tripod base, in mahogany case with four oculars, seven objectives, stage forceps and parabolic reflector, 14 1/2in (37cm) high This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory. The United States Government has banned the import of ivory into the USA.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 95
An Edmund Culpeper compound monocular microscope, English, circa 1730,trade label inset into base printed Edm Culpeper at ye (crossed daggers) in Moorefields Londini fecit, with ebonised and turned wood nosepiece, green vellum draw tube, grey rayskin outer tube, circular stage with condenser and concave reflector below, circular base with decorative brass banding, in mahogany pillar case with crossed daggers trade label applied to the back inner surface and drawer in the base with ebony/ivory black/white disc, ivory cone, objective and sprung slide holder, the microscope unextended 15in (38cm) high Footnotes:Provenance: Property from the Mark and Peter Dineley CollectionsThis lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory. The United States Government has banned the import of ivory into the USA.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 152
Jesulein Jesulein Niederlande, 2. Hälfte 16. Jh. Mit vorgestelltem Bein nach rechts geneigt stehend, die Linke erhoben, in der Rechten das Szepter. Elfenbein, tlw. polychrom gefasst. Späterer Volutensockel, Bein. H. (mit Sockel) 13,5 cm. Jesulein Child Jesus Netherlands, 2nd half of the 16th century Ivory, partly with polychrome painting. Later volute base, bone. H. (incl. base) 13.5 cm.
Lot 4309
Thiemann, Elsa: Detail studies (Pineapple; Tortoise shell) Detail studies (Pineapple; Tortoise shell). 1930s. 2 vintage ferrotyped gelatin silver prints on ivory paper. Each circa 18 x 12,5 cm. 1 with photographer's stamp, each with estate stamp and 1 annotated by the photographer in pencil on the verso. In the 1930s-40s Elsa Thiemann made detail studies of various everyday objects which were also published in magazines as "Rätselbilder" (mystery images). – A few light handling marks, otherwise in very good condition. Lit.: Annemarie Jaeggi/Margot Schmidt (eds.). Elsa Thiemann: Fotografin, Bauhaus und Berlin. Berlin 2004, see pp. 62-67. Provenance: From the estate of the photographer. Thiemann, Elsa: Detail studies (Pineapple; Tortoise shell) Detail studies (Pineapple; Tortoise shell). 1930s. 2 vintage ferrotyped gelatin silver prints on ivory paper. Each circa 18 x 12,5 cm. 1 with photographer's stamp, each with estate stamp and 1 annotated by the photographer in pencil on the verso. In the 1930s-40s Elsa Thiemann made detail studies of various everyday objects which were also published in magazines as "Rätselbilder" (mystery images). – A few light handling marks, otherwise in very good condition. Lit.: Annemarie Jaeggi/Margot Schmidt (eds.). Elsa Thiemann: Fotografin, Bauhaus und Berlin. Berlin 2004, see pp. 62-67. Provenance: From the estate of the photographer.
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