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Lot 2088
Various ceramics glassware and effects, to include various coloured postcards, a reproduction W Woods Chemist of Plymouth toothpaste dish, oil lamp, brass horn, brass card case, rabbit egg basket, glass chemist bottles, used penny black stamp, cocktail infusions grow kit, sheet music, books, throw, etc. (a quantity)
Lot 1927
Old copper and brass Port ships lamp, 32cm height x 30cm diameterCondition report: The lamp is opened by means of turning three of the wing nuts, which then pivot downwards allowing the cover to be slid open. The interior does not have any light fitting or contents, essentially it is just an empty vessel. To the rear of the lamp there is a hose connection (see additional photographs) possibly indicating that at some time the lamp was gas powered. The glass to the front of the lamp is clear in colour. Overall the copper casing has various small dents around it and some signs of possible older solder repairs. One foot may also have been replaced. The lid has various larger dents on it. Overall sound order.
Lot 1267
A ROYAL WORCESTER EVESHAM DINNER AND TEA SERVICE, including dinner plates, luncheon plates, teapot, six cups and saucers, etc. The absence of a Condition Report does not imply that a lot is without imperfections. Please note carefully the exclusion of liability for the condition of lots contained in the Conditions of Sale.Ten dinner plates; six tea cups and saucers; six side plates; six dessert plates; six bowls; four ramekins; one milk jug; one cream jug; one sauce boat and stand; one teapot; one sugar; one tureen and two covers; one twin-handle serving dish; one serving plate; one hurricane lamp
Lot 113
ca. 1100 AD. Seljuk. This lot of beautiful medieval Islamic period glazed lamps were probably made under the Seljuk dynasty. Three of these lamps have a globular bodies, projecting spouts, and D-shaped handle with a thumb rest. The Fourth and fifth lamps have beautiful domed, openwork bodyies and a D-shaped handles with a projecting thumb-rests. The Seljuks were a Turkic dynasty who swept out of Central Asia in the early 10th century and conquered an enormous expanse, covering most or all of present-day Turkmenistan, Iran, Iraq, Turkey and beyond. After inflicting crushing military defeats on a host of rivals, the most famous of which was perhaps that against the Byzantines at the Battle of Manzikert in 1071, the Seljuk sultans became major patrons of art and architecture. This lamp is a beautiful example of Seljuk art and reminds the viewer of Medieval Islamic folklore surrounding genies entrapped in lamps. Excellent condition.Size: L:Set of 5: 92 - 113mm / W:150 - 165mm ; 1.22kg; Provenance: From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Lot 121
ca. 1100 AD. Seljuk. This lot of beautiful medieval Islamic period glazed lamps were probably made under the Seljuk dynasty. Five lamps with a globular bodies, projecting spouts, and D-shaped handles with a thumb rest. The Seljuks were a Turkic dynasty who swept out of Central Asia in the early 10th century and conquered an enormous expanse, covering most or all of present-day Turkmenistan, Iran, Iraq, Turkey and beyond. After inflicting crushing military defeats on a host of rivals, the most famous of which was perhaps that against the Byzantines at the Battle of Manzikert in 1071, the Seljuk sultans became major patrons of art and architecture. This lamp is a beautiful example of Seljuk art and reminds the viewer of Medieval Islamic folklore surrounding genies entrapped in lamps. Excellent condition.Size: L:Set of 5: 60 - 95mm / W:147 - 185mm ; 1.26kg; Provenance: Private London collection, formed since the 1970s on the UK and European art market.
Lot 242
1100-1300 AD. Medieval. A rare silver ring with a circular hoop, scalloped shoulders and elliptical plate bezel bearing an engraved lamp with a cross, which represents the Agnus Dei (Lamb of God). The Lamb of God is a title for Jesus Christ which appears in the Gospel of John (John 1:29). Depictions of lambs with crosses would become a symbolic motif for Jesus in ancient and medieval art. Excellent condition; wearable.Size: D: 17.13mm / US: 6 3/4 / UK: N 1/2; 6.8g; Provenance: From the private collection of a Somerset gentleman; previously in an old British collection, formed in the 1980s on the UK /European art markets.
Lot 528
C. 100-300. Roman. A beautiful terracotta oil lamp with ribbed disk, bearing two registers of alternating circle and triangle decoration, a loop handle and snub spout. Oil lamps like this one were one of the main means of lighting in the Roman world. Excellent condition; on a custom stand.Size: L:42mm / W:104mm ; 80g; Provenance: From the private collection of Mr. R. Unger; previously with a London gallery; acquired in before 2000 on the UK art market.
Lot 529
50-100 AD. Roman. A gorgeous light brown terracotta oil lamp with a loop handle and snub spout. Oil the lamp’s disk bears a relief decoration of a stalking lion below a tree branch, framed by a corded border. Oil lamps like this one were one of the main means of lighting in the Roman world. Perfect condition; on a custom stand; comes with original paperwork (in German).Size: L:58mm / W:128mm ; 135g; Provenance: From the private collection of Mr. R. Unger; previously with a London gallery; acquired in the 1980s on the UK art market.
Lot 542
300-400 AD. Late Roman. A terracotta oil lamp a flattened, integral handle, bulging body and snub spout; a hole in the centre of the body allows for easy refilling of the lamp. The handle features a raised cross motif; stylised olive branches adorn the body. Oil lamps like this one were one of the main means of lighting in the Roman world. The Cross, the principal symbol of Christianity, recalls the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ and the redeeming benefits of his Passion and death. The cross is thus a sign both of Christ himself and of the faith of Christians. Excellent condition.Size: L:85mm / W:45mm ; 40g; Provenance: From the private collection of Mr. R. Unger; previously with a London gallery; acquired in before 2000 on the UK art market.
Lot 543
300-400 AD. Late Roman. A drop-shaped terracotta lamp with a snub spout and extensive geometric moulded decoration, as well as a depiction of the holy flame around the nozzle. Oil lamps like this one were one of the main means of lighting in the Roman world. The Holy Fire is a miracle that occurs every year at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem Holy Saturday, the day before Easter, during which light emitted from Jesus’ tomb is said to set lamps and candles aflame. The first mention of this phenomenon is made by Eusebius, an ancient Christian historian, suggesting this lamp recalls the same miracle. Excellent condition.Size: L:80mm / W:60mm ; 75g; Provenance: From the private collection of Mr. R. Unger; previously with a London gallery; acquired in before 2000 on the UK art market.
Lot 567
100-300 AD. Roman. A beautiful terracotta oil lamp decorated with floral and linear motifs. The oldest Roman lamps date to the third century BC when the Romans adopted the idea from the Greek colonies of Southern Italy. By the first century BC, it became popular to use lamps in funeral ceremonies and for public celebrations. As the empire grew, the manufacture of lamps increased dramatically, as did the variation in decoration. Common decorative themes included gladiators in combat, mythological scenes, and animals. Excellent condition.Size: L:90mm / W:55mm ; 65g; Provenance: From the private collection of Mr. R. Unger; previously with a London gallery; acquired in before 2000 on the UK art market.
Lot 568
100-300 AD. Roman. A beautiful terracotta oil lamp decorated linear motifs. The oldest Roman lamps date to the third century BC when the Romans adopted the idea from the Greek colonies of Southern Italy. By the first century BC, it became popular to use lamps in funeral ceremonies and for public celebrations. As the empire grew, the manufacture of lamps increased dramatically, as did the variation in decoration. Common decorative themes included gladiators in combat, mythological scenes, and animals. Excellent condition.Size: L:65mm / W:50mm ; 40g; Provenance: From the private collection of Mr. R. Unger; previously with a London gallery; acquired in before 2000 on the UK art market.
Lot 63
ca. 1100 AD. Seljuk. This lot of beautiful medieval Islamic period glazed lamps were probably made under the Seljuk dynasty. Four of these lamps have a globular bodies, projecting spouts, and D-shaped handle with a thumb rest. The remainding lamp is an excellent example of a double spouted lamp with a globular body and a simple D-shaped handle. The Seljuks were a Turkic dynasty who swept out of Central Asia in the early 10th century and conquered an enormous expanse, covering most or all of present-day Turkmenistan, Iran, Iraq, Turkey and beyond. After inflicting crushing military defeats on a host of rivals, the most famous of which was perhaps that against the Byzantines at the Battle of Manzikert in 1071, the Seljuk sultans became major patrons of art and architecture. This lamp is a beautiful example of Seljuk art and reminds the viewer of Medieval Islamic folklore surrounding genies entrapped in lamps. Excellent condition.Size: L:Set of 5; 100mm / W:140mm ; 1.6kg; Provenance: From an old British collection of Asian Art formed in the 1990 on the UK and European art market.
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