A BOAR TUSK NETSUKE DEPICTING A RECUMBENT OXUnsigned Japan, probably Iwami Province, 19th centuryFinely carved in shishiaibori (sunken relief) with a recumbent ox, its fur detailed with skillful stippling and dark stain, its head lowered to one side and the tail trailing, the animal further with raised ribs, long curved horns, and wide funnel-shaped ears. The reverse with a single himotoshi. The surface bearing a fine honey-yellow patina, particularly to the back.LENGTH 7 cmCondition: Good condition, minor wear, expected age cracks, few light surface scratches.Auction comparison: Compare a closely related boar tusk netsuke, similarly carved in shishiaibori with a recumbent ox, 12 cm long, at Sotheby's, The Carlo Monzino Collection of Netsuke, Inro and Lacquer, 21 June 1995, London, lot 241 (sold for 1,840 GBP).
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MUGAI: A RARE WOOD NETSUKE OF A BLIND FISHERMAN TAMING THE NAMAZUBy Mugai, signed Mugai 夢外Japan, late 18th to early 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)An unusual and spirited carving, depicting a blind fisherman clad only in a fundoshi, his enlarged testicle slipping out, his face with an amusingly distorted expression, one eye closed and the other bulging, as he tries to tame the namazu with his tiny gourd - an amusingly futile attempt. The gigantic namazu appears to be smiling, the expressions of the two providing a humorous contrast. The namazu's eyes are inlays of black wood. Large, asymmetrical, and generously excavated himotoshi underneath and signed MUGAI - The artist is exceedingly rare with only very few examples recorded. The well-toned wood bearing a beautiful, dark patina.LENGTH 5.2 cmCondition: Very good condition, some fine age cracks and light surface scratches. Good patina.Provenance: From an old Swiss private collection, Geneve, purchased at Sotheby's, 16 July 1973, London, lot 153.Legend has it that certain types of catfish (namazu) are responsible for the earthquakes that plague the islands of Japan. When aroused, these creatures would contort their bodies in such a way that gigantic tremors shook the area for miles and miles. The Shinto deity Kadori Myojin usually attempts to prevent such catastrophe with the help of his magic gourd.
A LARGE NAGOYA SCHOOL WOOD NETSUKE OF A SLUMBERING SHOJOUnsignedJapan, Nagoya, late 18th to early 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)An unusually large and boldly carved execution of this classic model, the drunken sprite in a deep slumber induced by a hefty amount of sake. One hand is placed in its lap and the other pressed against the cheek, supporting the face, probably dreaming of drinking more sake. The finely incised long hair neatly falls down the back and the well-carved robe is adorned with neatly carved shokko and lozenge patterns. The wood of a good color with an appealing, warm patina. Very large, generously excavated himotoshi. The raised rectangular reserve where the signature is usually found is left blank.SIZE 4.5 X 4.5 x 3.8 cmCondition: Very good condition, minor surface wear and occasional light scratches.Provenance: From a noble estate in Hesse, Germany.
IKKAN: A SUPERB WOOD NETSUKE OF A RECUMBENT HORSEBy Ikkan, signed Ikkan 一貫Japan, Nagoya, early 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)A beautifully rounded and compact model of a horse turning backwards and raising its head, the ears laid back against the sublimely carved mane, the finely carved tail sweeping around to the front, the legs tucked neatly underneath the body. Signed on the haunch IKKAN within the typical oval reserve. Natural himotoshi, the eyes inlaid in dark horn.A remarkably spirited carving with a stunning patina and aji, clearly loved by several generations. An early work by the artist, less detailed and opulent than his later works, however still possessing all the character and charm which distinguish this celebrated carver.LENGTH 3.7 cmCondition: Very good condition, minor associated surface wear including some tiny nicks and light surface scratches. Beautiful patina.Provenance: Ex-collection Betty Jahss, sold at Sotheby's, The Betty Jahss Collection of Netsuke Part II, 14 November 1991, London, lot 69.Literature comparison:Compare to a closely related wood netsuke of a recumbent horse, by Ikkan, illustrated in Meinertzhagen, Frederick / Lazarnick, George (1986) MCI, Part A, p. 215.13% VAT will be added to the hammer price additional to the buyer's premium - only for buyers within the EU.
A WOOD NETSUKE OF A COCKEREL ON A WAR DRUMUnsigned Japan, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)The rooster with carefully incised wings, plumage, and tail, neatly detailed comb and wattle, seated on a war drum of circular form, the studs and wood grain finely incised and darkly stained. The sides of the drum with a brass fitting for cord attachment. The base incised with an inscription in seal script reading Kanko koke fukaku tori odoro kanu.LENGTH 3.9 cmCondition: Good condition, appealingly worn, few light surface scratches.The inscription to the underside of the netsuke reads Kanko koke fukaku tori odoro kanu and can be translated as, 'A bird is not frightened by the sound of a drum and the moss growing thick'. This is a direct quote from the Wakan Roei Shu anthology, compiled by Fujiwara no Kinto ca. 1013. A cockerel perched atop a barrel drum is a symbol of peace under a good ruler. It is based on a Chinese story; such drums were traditionally used in ancient China to warn the approach of enemy forces. However in peace times they were not used and birds roosted upon the moss-gathered drums.Auction comparison: Compare a related wood netsuke of a cockerel on a drum at Lempertz, 27 June 2020, Cologne, lot 550 (sold for 4,750 EUR).
A FINE CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL VASE WITH BAMBOO, PHOENIX AND BIRDS, MEIJIJapan, Meiji period (1868-1912). Of rounded hexagonal baluster shape, finely decorated with copper wire and polychrome enamels on a red and blue ground, depicting bamboo stalks and birds inside large light blue reserves, and phoenixes inside shield-shaped reserves, with floral decoration and geometrical borders to the shoulder, rim, and foot ring.Condition: Very good condition with minor wear and manufacturing irregularities such as pitting. Provenance: Estate of an Austrian collector, the collection was assembled in the 1980s - 1990s through purchases at Galerie Zacke and other specialized galleries in Vienna. Weight: 256 g Dimensions: Height 15 cm
A CLOISONNE AND WOVEN METAL PLATE, MEIJIJapan, Meiji period (1868-1912) The shallow plate consisting of a central cloisonne plate and woven mixed metal rims. The cloisonné show side decorated with polychrome enamels and copper wire to depict three floral roundels amid scrolling foliage, on a green ground, surrounded by broad rims finely woven in openwork with an intricate multi-directional weave rendered in thin strips of metal. Condition: Very good condition with minor wear. The cloisonne with manufacturing irregularities, expected pitting, few minuscule losses and occasional light scratches. Provenance: Danish private collection, acquired at Bruun Rasmussen on 18 November 2010, lot 1046, with a label to the underside. Weight: 291 g Dimensions: Diameter 23.5 cm
A FINE INLAID WOOD NOH MASK NETSUKE OF TOKUSA-JOUnsignedJapan, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)Finely carved and inlaid in bone and ebony, depicting the mask of Tokusa-Jo, the long beard flowing to the other side, the details finely carved. A large bar to the back houses the himotoshi.HEIGHT 4.5 cmCondition: Excellent condition, some light surface scratches to the back.Provenance: Dutch private collection, purchased from Denise Cohen, New York.
A WOOD MASK NETSUKE OF HANNYA, EDO PERIODJapan, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)Well carved, depicting the female demon Hannya, the jaw wide open, revealing teeth and two sharp fangs, the finely incised hair falling down the sides and meandering around the horns, the eyes pierced. With a thin himotoshi bar to the back. HEIGHT 4.2 cm Condition: Very good condition with minor wear and light surface scratches. Provenance: Dutch private collection, acquired from Marsha Vargas, San Francisco.
A WOOD NETSUKE OF A TOAD ON SANDAL, EDO PERIODJapan, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)Well-carved as a toad perched on an old and worn straw sandal (waraji), its legs splayed, and the eyes and pupils inlaid in dark and light horn. Note the superbly carved textures of the toad and sandal. Natural himotoshi through the legs or through the sandal´s strap. LENGTH 4.7 cm Condition: Good condition with minor wear, one eye inlay missing. Provenance: From the collection of Gaston Lazard (1878-1956) and his wife Jane Levy (1886-1985) and thence by descent within the same family.
A BLUE AND WHITE IMARI PORCELAIN DISH 'SHISHI', EDOJapan, Edo Period (1615-1868), 19th century. Of lobed form, painted in underglaze blue with a shishi leaping mid-air above crashing waves, his face with a fierce expression and open mouth revealing sharp fangs, the curly mane detailed with spirals.Condition: Very good condition, some wear, light surface scratches, and manufacturing flaws including dark spots and spur marks.Provenance: From the collection of Teddy Hahn, Darmstadt, and thence by descent to the present owner. Theodor “Teddy” Hahn was a well-known and respected collector of netsuke and other Asian works of art. A copy of a valuation from 1982 accompanies this lot.Weight: 1,012 gDimensions: Diameter 29.1 cm
Great Britain & Foreign Coins, medals & Panama Canal Medallion etc Comprising:Coins include 21 modern crowns, 3 Festival of Britain proof coins in boxes of issue, a small bag of silver & other coins of the world, £7 of decimal GB coinage.Medals include WWI Victory medal to Pte F G Collins Durham Light Infantry, a WW2 War medal, an unusual opening of Panama Canal & Exhibition medallion in worn condition plus a possible replica 1666 Richard Kemp of S.Bartholomew's Close half penny token etc
New Zealand Lord of the Rings Silver Proof Crown sized coins (x24) Plus additional Lord of the Rings items, comprising:A wooden cased set of 24 silver proof crown sized frosted effect New Zealand 2004 $1 Lord of the Rings coins. All coins held in encapsulated cases depicting various scenes and items from the film including the golden ring. All produced by the Royal Mint.A sealed pack of 6 Lord of the Rings 2003 "Light versus Dark" 50 cents coins in cupro-nickel.A Isle of Man Lord of the Rings 1 crown of 2003 in sealed packA sealed New Zealand post pack of 6 stamps issued by New Zealand postA set of 6 stamped and postmarked stamp PHQ cardsA "Filofax" of 24 Certificates of Authenticity, original cost when new was £40 per coinA Scenes in Silver information booklet
G.B. Mint Decimal Commemorative (Non-Machin) stamps 1971-85. Face value in excess of £350 A quantity of MM and Um decimal commemorative stamps, comprising traffic light marginal blocks, gutter panes and single stamps.Some stamps have been damp affected during their lifetime but would be ideal for postage.
G.B. Mint Decimal Commemorative (Non-Machin) stamps 1985-90. Face value in excess of £530. A quantity of UM decimal commemorative stamps comprising traffic light marginal blocks, gutter panes and single stamps.Some stamps have become damp affected during their lifetime but would be suitable for use as postage.
G.B. Mint Decimal Commemorative (Non-Machin) stamps 1990-98. Face value in excess of £530 A quantity of UM decimal commemorative stamps comprising traffic light marginal blocks, gutter panes and single stamps.Some stamps have become damp affected during their lifetime but would be suitable for use as postage.
G.B. Mint Decimal Commemorative (Non-Machin) 1998-2002. Face value of in excess of £600 A quantity of UM decimal commemorative stamps comprising traffic light marginal blocks, gutter panes and single stamps.Some stamps have become damp affected during their lifetime but would be suitable for use as postage.
G.B. Mint Decimal Commemorative (Non-Machin) stamps 2006-08. Face value of in excess of £280 A quantity of UM decimal commemorative stamps comprising traffic light marginal blocks, gutter panes and single stamps.Some stamps have become damp affected during their lifetime but would be suitable for use as postage.
G.B. Mint Decimal Commemorative (Non-Machin) stamps 2004-08. Face value of in excess of £530 A quantity of UM decimal commemorative stamps comprising traffic light marginal blocks, gutter panes and single stamps.Some stamps have become damp affected during their lifetime but would be suitable for use as postage.
American Railroad OO/HO scale Southern Pacific (x5 items) Comprising:Lionel Southern Pacific 4-8-4 Tender locomotive no. 4454International Hobby Corp 2-6-0 Mogul no. 145Spectrum Light 4-8-2 Mountain tender locomotive no. 1491 (locomotive attached to tender - NOT disassembled to place in associated box)International Hobby Corp smooth side baggage 'daylight' coachInternational Hobby Corp smooth side RPO 'daylight' coachEx display but appear to be in very good condition.
Southern Railway / BR (SR) "00" S15, T9, N Freight / Light Passenger Locomotives (x3) Comprising:Hornby: 1. S15 class No. 30830 in un-lined black livery, late crest2. T9 class No. 30726 well weathered in lined black, late crestBachmann: N class No. 31843 in lined black, late crest.All models in excellent condition. Boxes are slightly age worn.
Southern Railway / BR (SR) "00" Q1, 700 and N freight / light passenger locomotives (x3) Comprising:Hornby: 1. Q1 0-6-0 No. 33006 (R2344A) in un-lined black, late crest2. Drummond 700 class No. 30315 (R3239) in un-lined black, late crestBachmann: N Class No. 31816 in lined black, late crest.All models in excellent condition. Boxes are slightly age worn.
Lego - Legoland - Space and Star Wars x 9 models Comprising Legoland 6783 Light and sound system6780 Light and sound system6849, 6872, 68708099 Starwars midi-scale Imperial Star Destroyer4487, 4488 and 4489All models have been previously made and returned to their boxes. We cannot guarantee that they are all complete. Instructions included.
A pair of painted faux porphyry column table lamps 67cm high including fittings (2)The lamps are closer to a red colour than a brown colour. We do not guarantee the working order of any electrical item and strongly suggest they are checked by a professional. The shades to the lamp do not fit to the top of the light fitting. The light fitting do lean. The stem and base has markings and cosmetic damage epsecially to the corners of the lower sections and the base. The plugs have not been cut or removed.
William IV mahogany and satinwood crossbanded sofa table,the rounded rectangular drop flap top over two real and two dummy drawers upon a reed column support raised on four hipped and splayed legs with brass castors73 x 93.5 x 77cm closed73 x 149 x 77cm opentop with light scratchingleft flap slightly warped with a minor splittrade label STOBIE'S DUMFRIES to the drawerStructurally the top with some movementLegs have multiple signs of restorationSee images
Rare American boxing inscription and autograph, 1918, included in: First World War autograph/memorabilia book, with Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry interest. The rare inscription with autograph is of Johnny Kilbane (1889-1957), the American boxing legend who was World Featherweight Champion for a record 11 years, from 1912-23. In Kilbane's hand: "Here's to it and to it again/If you don't do it, when you get a chance to do it, you may never get to it to do it again/All good wishes/Johnny Kilbane/Sgt Major American Aviation Corps/Featherweight Champion of the World/24-3-18." The book was apparently compiled by Sergeant J. R. Roberts of the Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry. The book has about 50 signed inscriptions and paintings by injured soldiers from various British regiments and by a number of nurses, who were at the Maudsley Military Hospital at Camberwell, London and the King's College Military Hospital, which was sited opposite it. Both hospitals are mentioned a number of times in the book, and Sergeant Roberts' military service record shows that he was a patient at the King's College Hospital.Johnny Kilbane's inscription is intriguing and important, and relates to a phase of his life previously unknown to his descendants, whom the vendor contacted and informed about his research. The United States Army Air Service, before it was established on 24 May 1918, was known as Aviation Section, Signal Corps. It seems that Kilbane was attached to this section, and that the "Aviation Corps" of his inscription is his shortened version. A large number of US Army Aviation Section ground crews were sent to the UK on the Olympic (sister-ship to the Titanic), arriving at Liverpool on 5 March 1918. The squadrons were split into smaller "flights" and sent to train at different bases. The US Army Air Service men arrived in the UK just 19 days before Kilbane's inscription. This is speculation, but it seems likely that Kilbane was sent over with the men to train them in boxing skills, similar to the training duties he is known to have performed at Camp Sherman, Ohio, where he trained American soldiers in fitness and self-defence from October 1917 (qty)
A special effects flying saucer spaceship miniature, created by L.B. "Bill" Abbott for Robert Wise's classic Cold War-era science fiction film The Day the Earth Stood Still (20th Century Fox, 1951), in which the mysterious alien "Klaatu" (Michael Rennie) and his imposing robot bodyguard "Gort" (Lock Martin) visit Earth to caution the governments of the world against their development of atomic power for the purpose of conflict and war. Mounted on a stand for display purposes.The large miniature is composed of fiberglass that has been painted silver with a small triangular opening cut along one side of the dome.The 1/24 scale minature was conceived by art directors Lyle Wheeler and Addison Hehr and created by L.B. Abbott, Ray Kellogg and Emil Kosa.The model was one of the first that was used with an optical matte process to simulate flight.Award-winning miniature and visual effects master Greg Jein, rescued the model from the 20th Century Fox lot when sold by the studio, and then preserved and exhibited the model until 2003. Prior to the original sale, it was on display at Disney-MGM Studios in Orlando Florida by the American Film Institute.The model can be seen during the iconic landing of the craft on a baseball field in Washington, D.C., one of the first times that an optical matte process was used to depict a miniature in flight on screen. The UFO appears as an oval of light initially, but its outline and shape can be seen more clearly when it glides over the Washington Monument. Legendary cameraman/cinematographer L.B. Abbott became an expert in the creation of special effects c. 1950s. He won Academy Special Achievement Awards for his work on Doctor Dolittle (20th Century Fox, 1968), Tora! Tora! Tora! (20th Century Fox, 1971), The Poseidon Adventure (20th Century Fox, 1972), and Logan's Run (United Artists, 1976). The Day the Earth Stood Still was his first film and his name does not appear in the original credits. Includes a DVD of the film.58 x 82 x 70 inches (overall, on stand)PROVENANCE Lot 39, "Hollywood Auction 14," Profiles in History, April 26, 2003.
A fully beaded-ivory-cocktail-length-dress worn by Jamie Lee Curtis at the 55th Academy Awards ceremony (ABC, 1983).Hollywood glamour defines this garment, composed of an ivory chiffon, fully embellished with pearlized-glass-bugle-beads, which catch and glisten in the light. The dress is cut on the bias; the dolman sleeves create a loose bodice (34" inch bust); the waistline (24.5" inches) is gathered and cinched; and the skirt is open and hits below the knee. The garment construction features center seams at the front and back of the bodice. The beading is sewn on the diagonal, creating a subtle chevron pattern on the bodice. Two darts extend from the waist to the bust, which creates a defined V-shape, creating a diamond shape that extends the length of the bodice. The fabric looks like it was cut with a pattern then beaded and assembled. Only the skirt is handsewn and lined with blush-colored acetate at the internal waistline. A Petersham is tacked at the waistband to help shape the garment due to the weight of the embellishment. There is no label or size marker present. The dress was worn by Jamie Lee Curtis to the 55th Academy Awards. She presented the Oscar for Best Sound Effects Editing alongside Carl Weathers. Weathers, who presented with Curtis, commented on how lovely her dress was before presenting the award. Marlene Dietrich originally owned the gown and wore a similar version in the 1942 film The Lady Is Willing (Columbia Pictures, 1942), Dietrich's gowns were designed by Irene Lantz, whose clothing line was featured in premier retailers and department stores. PROVENANCE Lot 8 "Unforgettable: Fashion of the Oscars," Christie's Auction House (Sale #9074) March 19, 1999.
A romantic haute couture Christian Lacroix gown worn by Kristin Scott Thomas at the 69th Annual Academy Awards (ABC, 1997).A full-length black gown designed by French couturier Christian Lacroix. This gown is black with a sheer silk bodice and a full-layered skirt. Designed with dramatic proportions, the collar/neckline goes off-the-shoulder and is structured with wire, pleated, and gathered. Black silk-linen-scrim-organza sewn at the collar and neckline then travels down the bodice and snaps at the left hip becoming a sash that trails past the hem. The neckline has a deep cut with wire structuring the cups of the bust, the silk is sheer but there are limestone chiffon crepe pads that line the cups. The sheer light-weight silk continues into the bodice with a Basque waist, the sheer fitted long-sleeves and tight bodice create a sensual nature to the dress. The defined structure contrasts against the volume at the collar and full skirt. The gown's opening and closure are at the front with an internal zipper that goes up to the waist with fabric-covered buttons that travel from the hips to the waist, and hook-and-eyes continue to bust. The design details continue into the multi-layer-full-skirt composed of a dupioni shantung fabric that leaves a partial opening at the back to reveal a black underskirt with pleated silk. There is a bustle design with pleated nylon tulle that goes to the hem. There is a dragonfly-metal brooch above the left hip with pink and rhinestones (the pin backing came unglued so wire has been used to secure the pin). There is no size label present, just the designer label, "Christian Lacroix Haute Couture."Kristin Scott Thomas was seen wearing this gown while attending the 69th Academy Awards, nominated for Best Actress in a Leading Role nominee for The English Patient. Ralph Fiennes and Thomas are star-crossed-lovers of the World War II epic, the film went on to win 9 Academy Awards, including Best Picture.The gown worn for the event was a part of Christian Lacroix's Spring/Summer 1997 haute couture show. Christian Lacroix's couture label started in 1987 and showed collections until 2009, his pieces are known for their elaborate, bold patterns and bright colors.PROVENANCE Lot 40 "Unforgettable: Fashion of the Oscars," Christie's Auction House (Sale #9074) March 19, 1999.
A button-down shirt worn by John McIntire as "Christopher Hale" in season seven of the western television show Wagon Trail (Revue Studios, 1957-1965), the only season in color. The light brown polished cotton western button-down features two breast pockets, golden yoke trim, and brown plastic buttons. With Western Costume Co. label present that reads, "No. 2724-5 / Name: John McIntyre / Chest: 44 / Sleeve 35" with "#7" handwritten in white on the label. An additional attached cleaning tag reads "Univ - 14." The narrow yellow band was added later.Wagon Trail follows a wagon train traveling through America during post-Civil War Missouri. McIntire played Hale from seasons 4-8 (1963-65), replacing Ward Bond as "Major Seth Adams" as the wagon master.Includes a photograph of McIntire wearing the shirt.
A light-up scanning device prop made for the Sci-Fi Action and Adventure Oblivion (Universal, 2013).The scanning device prop is made of plastic and features a black button. When the button is pressed, an orange LED light turns on. The prop was not shown in the final cut of the film, but was designed in a style to match the other futuristic technology as seen throughout the film.This item has not yet been tested and we recommend that bidders assume these machines will need to be serviced before being fully operational.Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity from Prop Store.1.75 inches
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