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Click here to subscribeAN 18CT GOLD DIAMOND CLUSTER RING, the tiered cluster set with a central round brilliant cut diamond, within a single cut diamond detailed surround, tapered shoulders, total estimated diamond weight 0.60ct, hallmarked, 18ct Birmingham, ring size O, approximate gross weight 3.4 gramsCondition: Colour K-L, Clarity S12 -I1, small surface reaching fracture to central stone overall condition good
A SMALL QUANTITY OF JEWELLERY, to include a pendant necklace, in the form of a horse, hallmarked 9ct gold Sheffield, suspended from a fine Prince of Wales chain, spring clasp stamped 375, length 460mm, a full eternity ring with missing garnet stones, hallmarked 9ct gold Birmingham ring size O, a pair of blue topaz and cubic zirconia cluster earrings, post and scroll fittings, hallmarked 9ct gold Birmingham, a pair of red spinel cluster earrings, post and scroll fittings, hallmarked 9ct Birmingham, approximate gross weight 5.2 grams, together with a pair of yellow metal oval onyx set earrings with post and scroll fittings, approximate weight 0.9 grams
A MIXED SELECTION OF ITEMS, to include a black cased weighing scales set, two gents titanium banded rings, sizes T & U, a white metal single cubic zirconia set ring, stamped 925, ring size O 1/2, a pair of white metal red beaded drop earrings, a small boxed perfume bottle, a circular tin filled with a variety of brooches such as an Australian map, Children in Need brooch, Aston Villa, animals etc
White Horse, Laird o’ Logan De Luxe Scotch Whisky, 1970s bottling, no strength stated, one 35 fl ozs bottle; Highland Queen “Grand 15” blended Scotch Whisky, 15 years old, 1960s bottling, 70 proof, one 26 2/3 fl. ozs bottle and Stewarts Dundee De Luxe Cream of the Barley, blended Scotch Whisky, 70 proof, 1970s bottling, one 26 2/3 fl. ozs bottle, three bottles in total
549 - 577 AD. Northern Qi Dynasty. Cream-coloured stone torso of a standing Buddha, without hands or head which would probably have originally been in precious metals. The torso stands upright, wears a light, billowing robe draped from his right shoulder and knotted around the navel. The folds of the robe had been elegantly moulded to create a sense of motion. One arm is slightly raised above the other. Comparable pieces are known in the Royal Ontario Museum, see Homage to Heaven, Homage to Earth, 1992, p.163, pl.92 and in the Eskenzi exhibtion (Sculpture and ornament in early Chinese art, London, 11 June-13 July 1996, no. 31). A similar item was recently sold at Christies €101,575, see https://www.christies.com/lotfinder/lot/a-chinese-stone-torso-of-buddha-northern-4285175-details.aspx?from=searchresults&intObjectID=4285175 Excellent condition; on a custom stand.Size: L:900mm / W:320mm (w/o stand); 78kg. Provenance: From an old Sumerset collection of Asian Art formed in the 1980s/1990s.
C. AD 618-907. Tang Dynasty. Stone head of Buddha with characteristic elaborate coiffured, two-tiered black “snail-shell” hair curls ornamented with a red spiralling jewel. The Buddha’s full face is gilded with a red painted urna in the centre of the forehead, and large pendant ears hang from the sides. The lightly closed eyes and small hooked nose complement the thick, rich red lips and modest chin. This beautiful piece may originally have formed part of a larger statue or statuette. Buddhism entered China as early as the Han Dynasty (late 3rd century BC-early 3rd century AD), and has played an important part in shaping the country’s art, politics, literature and philosophy. This beautiful stone head embodies the importance of Buddha to Chinese culture and reflects the enormous amount of work invested by Tang craftsmen. It would make a stunning centrepiece to any modern collection. Good condition; on a custom stand. Size: L:530mm / W:380mm (w/o stand); 73kg. Provenance: From an old Sumerset collection of Asian Art formed in the 1980s/1990s.
C. AD 618-907. Tang Dynasty. Grey stone head of Buddha with elaborate headdress. The Buddha’s hair is carefully modelled to allow us to distinguish individual curls, his heavily-lidded eyes are closed and his lips closed. A rounded, double chin and prominent, pendulous ears are characteristic of Buddha in Chinese art. His headdress depicts a standing buddha and flanked by four sitting buddha; above them, further figures peak from a mass of vegetable motifs. The standing individual is backed by an almond-shaped halo and makes the Anjali gesture, symbolising greeting. His companions to the side are each backed by a circular halo; their seated posture refers to the moment just before Buddha receives enlightenment. The back of the head is plain, but finished, as is indicated by the presence of an attachment track intended to show the headdress being held in place. Traces of red and green paint are still visible on the headdress and on the ears. Buddhism entered China as early as the Han Dynasty (late 3rd century BC-early 3rd century AD), and has played an important part in shaping the country’s art, politics, literature and philosophy. This exceptional piece embodies the importance of Buddha to Chinese culture and reflects the enormous amount of work invested by Tang craftsmen and would make a stunning centrepiece for any private collection. Excellent condition; on a custom stand. Size: L:490mm / W:260mm (w/o stand); 35.8kg. Provenance: From the private collection of a Somerset gentleman; previously in an old British collection, formed before 2000 on the UK /European art markets.
300-100 BC. Bactrian. Marble head of a woman, with elaborate coiffure, including topknot and flowing locks; a prominent jewel forms the focal point of centrepiece of her elegant headband. Her face is carefully modelled in a naturalistic fashion, featuring high brows, open, alert eyes with visible pupils, a broad nose, rich lips and a round chin. This beautiful piece represents a substantial investment on the time by Bactrian artisans and may therefore have been intended to depict a goddess. Ancient Bactria was a region of Central Asia, north of the Hindu Kush mountains and south of the Tian Shan range. Bactria was a diverse and rich region, ruled by a successive of oppressive overlords, including the Persian Empire, Alexander the Great and his successors, but at the same time it developed its own rich and distinctive artistic culture. Excellent condition; on a custom stand. Size: L:210mm / W:140mm (w/o stand); 3.7kg.Provenance: Property of a professional London art expert; obtained from an old British collection formed in the 1980s.
C. AD 618-907. Tang Dynasty. Stone head of a male figure wearing a three-horned crown from which flow a series of elaborate locks. The eyes are slightly downcast, and the mouth closed, suggesting meditation. In Chinese mythology, the Guanyin is the all-seeing, all-hearing patron deity of mercy and is the very embodiment of compassion. They are probably originally linked to the Hindu god Avalokite?vara at the time when Buddhism became popular in China, and the original Hindu myth mixed with local Chinese folklore. Guanyin can be depicted as male, as in this case, though female representations are more common. The Tang dynasty ruled most of China between AD 618 and 907, and this period is widely viewed as an era of progress and stability, during which many scientific and artistic advances were made. Good condition; on a custom-made stand. A similar piece recently sold at Sotheby’s for $47,500, see http://www.sothebys.com/fr/auctions/ecatalogue/2015/images-of-enlightenment-n09395/lot.428.html?fbclid=IwAR1sGfXb4DIgH9pcUtV2IMUOSCQEhvdfHlnbxlw_eq_FqLUoaJo4nRfVoxc. Size: L:170mm / W:150mm (w/o stand); 2.4kg. Provenance: Important estate collection from Oxfordshire; formed in the 1970s-2000.
300-500 AD. Gandharan. Painted stucco figure of Buddha dressed in a flowing yellow Kasaya (monastic robe). The head features thick, rich lips, an aquiline nose, half-closed eyes with well-defined eyelids, arched brows, an urna on the forehead, prominent ears and carefully modelled, wavy hair, culminating in an ushnisha (topknot). Gandhara was an ancient region in the Peshawar basin in the north-west of the ancient Indian subcontinent. The Kushan period (c. 75-451 AD) of Gandharan art, to which this stucco figure belongs, was the golden age of artistic production in the area. For further information on Gandharan art, see Jongeward, D. 2019, Buddhist Art Of Gandhara in the Ashmolean Museum. Oxford, Oxford University Press. Excellent condition; on a custom stand.Size: L:255mm / W:180mm (w/o stand); 1.7kg. Provenance: From an old British collection of Asian Art formed in the 1990 on the UK and European art market.
300-500 AD. Gandharan. Painted stucco figure of a Buddha backed by a circular halo. He wears an elaborately draped robe, picked out in red, and his hair, originally painted black, is arranged in a characteristic ushnisha (topknot). The Buddha sits cross-legged with both hands in front of him, facing upwards. This gesture, known as the Dhyana Mudra, is considered to symbolise wisdom in the Buddhist tradition. The Buddha used the Dhyana Mudra during his final meditation, during which he attained enlightenment. Gandhara was an ancient region in the Peshawar basin in the north-west of the ancient Indian subcontinent. The Kushan period (c. 75-451 AD) of Gandharan art, to which this stucco figure belongs, was the golden age of artistic production in the area. For further information on Gandharan art, see Jongeward, D. 2019, Buddhist Art Of Gandhara in the Ashmolean Museum. Oxford, Oxford University Press. Good condition; on a custom stand.Size: L:310mm / W:180mm (w/o stand); 2.2kg. Provenance: Private London collection, formed since the 1970s on the UK and European art market.
Ca. 1500-1644 AD. Late Ming Dynasty. Cream stone head of a female Guanyin with “snail-shell” hair curls, lightly closed eyes, large, droopy ears and a small, flattened nose. The small mouth features thin lipss above a rounded double chin. This piece was probably originally part of a larger statue or statuette. In Chinese mythology, the Guanyin is all-seeing, all-hearing goddess who acts as the patron deity of mercy and is the very embodiment of compassion. She is probably originally linked to the Hindu god Avalokite?vara at the time when Buddhism became popular in China, and the original Hindu myth mixed with local Chinese folklore. As a result, a Guanyin can also be depicted as male, though female representations are more common. Good condition; on a custom-made stand. Size: L:150mm / W:95mm (w/o stand); 2.1kg. Provenance: Property of a London gallery, previously in old British collection formed in the 1970s.
Ca. 1500-1644 AD. Late Ming Dynasty. Cream stone head of a female Guanyin with coiffured hair including a prominent topknot, half-closed eyes, large, droopy ears and a small, angular nose. Her forehead sports a carefully drilled urna while her small mouth features thin, pursed lips above a prominent chin. This piece was probably originally part of a larger statue or statuette. In Chinese mythology, the Guanyin is all-seeing, all-hearing goddess who acts as the patron deity of mercy and is the very embodiment of compassion. She is probably originally linked to the Hindu god Avalokite?vara at the time when Buddhism became popular in China, and the original Hindu myth mixed with local Chinese folklore. As a result, a Guanyin can also be depicted as male, though female representations are more common. Good condition; on a custom-made stand. Size: L:245mm / W:150mm (w/o stand); 7.8kg. Provenance: From an old British collection, acquired on the UK art market in the 1990s.
Vintage official re-issue of 1940 Soviet propaganda poster - Let us Prepare for Labour Exploits on the Front of Socialist Construction! Great artwork features a young man holding a drill with a construction site in the background and a black and white picture of an older man in the same pose. Good condition, creasing on edges, tears on edges. Country of issue: Russia, designer: O. Eyges, size (cm): 72x54, year of printing: 1967
134-PIECE 'GRAND BAROQUE' SILVER SET, WALLACE STERLINGcomprising 12 salad forks, 12 lunch forks, 12 fish forks, 12 dinner forks, 24 teaspoons, 12 dinner spoons, 12 knives, 12 butter knives, 14 serving pieces, 12 ice cream forks each marked with maker's mark marked on verso, overall weight: approximately 191 oz. a) salad/dessert forks in ‘Grand Baroque’ design, overall length 13 (5 in.), weight: .87 oz.b) lunch forks in ‘Grand Baroque’ design, overall length: 17 cm (6 3/4 in.), weight: 1.56 oz.c) fish forks in ‘Grand Baroque’ design, overall length: 14 (5 1/2 in.), weight: 1.05 oz. d) dinner forks in ‘Grand Baroque’ design, overall length: 20 cm (8 in.), weight: 2.9 oz. e) teaspoons in ‘Grand Baroque’ design, overall length: 10.6 cm (6 in.), weight: 1.3 oz f) dinner spoons in ‘Grand Baroque’ design, overall length: 10.6 cm (6 in.), weight 1.6 oz. g)knives in ‘Grand Baroque’ design, overall length: 24.1 cm (9 1/2 in.), weight: 3.7 oz. h) butter knives in ‘Grand Baroque’ design, overall length: 15 cm (6 in.), weight: 1.7 oz. i) carving set in ‘Grand Baroque’ design, overall length: 20.8 cm (11 in.), weight: 3.8 oz. j) pie/cake server in ‘Grand Baroque’ design, overall length: 20.8 cm (10 3/4 in), weight: 6 oz. k) large serving spoon in ‘Grand Baroque’ design, overall length: 20.2 cm (8 3/4 in.), weight: 3.6 oz. l) slotted serving spoon in ‘Grand Baroque’ design, overall length: 22 cm (8 3/4 in.), weight: 3.6 oz. m) large serving fork in ‘Grand Baroque’ design, overall length: 22 cm (9 in.), weight: 4.2 oz. n) pair of serving forks in ‘Grand Baroque’ design, overall length: 20 cm (8 in.), weight: 4.6 oz. o) ladle in ‘Grand Baroque’ design, overall length: 17 cm (6 1/2 in.), weight: 2.7 oz. p) small ladle in ‘Grand Baroque’ design, overall length: 15 cm (6 in.), weight: 1.4 oz. q) sauce spoon in ‘Grand Baroque’ design, overall length: 10.5 cm (6 in). r) chicken feet tongs in ‘Grand Baroque’ design, overall length: 10 cm (4 in.), weight: 1.1 oz. s) ice cream fork in 'Grand Baroque' design, overall length 13 cm ( 5 in.), weight: 1.1 oz CONDITIONThe set is in overall age appropriate condition. With light surface scratches. Would benefit from a polish. N.B. All lots are sold in as-is condition at the time of sale. Please note that any condition statement regarding works of art is given as a courtesy to our clients in order to assist them in assessing the condition. The report is a genuine opinion held by Shapiro Auctions and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report or a photograph does not preclude the absence of defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. Shapiro Auctions, LLC., including its consultants and agents, shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Collection of Postcards incl. RP Scarborough Pageant, York Military Sunday, Teddington Rly. other cards of interest incl. Hedley's First Engines (5), Rowntree's Cocoa Factory from the Air with bi-plane, Scarborough Lighthouse bombardment, Santos Dumont in Flight, Daily Mail Elephants & Aeroplane Tour, New Thames Fireboat, Albert Beerts Kaiser's Rage, Laxy Wheel Book Post, Move-o-Graph slide card etc (58)
1965 Triumph TR4A IRSMake: Triumph Model: TR4A IRSYear: 1965Mileage: 69157VIN: CTC57642 OConfiguration: Right Hand DriveRegistration: CEA936CTransmission: ManualAn original right‑hand drive UK with overdrive gearbox. It is fitted with a Surrey top. This car will require some recommissioning following a ten year period off the road. The mileage is recorded at 69,157
A pair of Mikimoto cultured pearl yellow metal screw back earrings, stamped '14K', and a similar Mikimoto ring, also stamped '14K', finger size O 1/2, combined weight 10g gross CONDITION REPORT: Condition reports have not been included in the description. If you require further images of this lot or a condition report please contact us with your request
A mid 19th century Ridgway porcelain dessert service, hand painted with flowers, within gilt and claret surround, the raised acanthus scroll rim highlighted in gilt, comprised of a tall comport, 22cm high, six various serving dishes and 11 plates, with ironstone red painted pattern number 3/4892, and printed retailers stamp 'J O Donnell of 122 Bold Street, Liverpool' to the base CONDITION REPORT: Condition reports have not been included in the description. If you require further images of this lot or a condition report please contact us with your request
A yellow metal pearl and diamond five-stone ring, the two old cut diamonds approximately 0.20 carats, flanked by three cultured pearls, all claw set, the shank stamped '18CT', 2.6g, finger size O CONDITION REPORT: Condition reports have not been included in the description. If you require further images of this lot or a condition report please contact us with your request
An impressive 6.02 carat emerald cut diamond ring. The diamond measures 11.90 x 9.45 x 6.08mm. Colour M, clarity SI, and is set between two baguette cut Cubic Zirconia shoulder stones. Set in white gold stamped 750. Gross weight 6.62g. Ring comes with a IGI certificate No365964757. Ring size N/O The ring is in excellent condition. Centre diamond is of very good clarity, however the diamond looks yellowish next to the cubic zirconia. Additional images on white paper to help assess the diamond.
Ladies 18 carat gold five stone diamond ring, five 0.25 carat brilliant cut diamonds set to a yellow gold shank. Total diamond weight approx.1.25 carats. Ring size O/PWe do not have a certified Jeweller to assess the colour and clarity of the diamonds. The ring is in good condition, requires a clean, light abrasions to the shank surface. Additional images on white paper to help asses the diamonds
Ladies 18ct gold five stone diamond ring, set with five graduated round, brilliant cut diamonds. The centre stone is approximately 0.07 carats, flanked by two 0.05 carat stones with two 0.03 carat stones to the outside. Ring size O We do not have a certified Jeweller to assess the colour and clarity of the diamondsTotal weight of ring is approximatley 2g. Ring is in very good condition. All stones are present and secure but some wear to some of the claws. One diamond is flat at the culet and difficult with the setting to ascertain whether it is a facet or it has been chipped. Stones are bright but inclusions noted under 10x magnification. Shank is in very good condition with no sign of repairs.
Ladies 9 carat gold chainmail evening bag with chainmail strap. Three tone colour with grid pattern to chainmail. Inscribed 'Mrs R Sweet c/o Grindlay & Co Calcutta' Makers mark RL. Length approximately 16cm (not including strap) Item is in very good condition. Strap is perfect. The chainmail on the main section of the bag has a few very minor holes, only noted when you view down into the inside of the bag. The top frame, clasp and the bar on the strap are all 9ct and are stamped 375. The chainmail is unmarked and untested. Total weight of the bag is approximatley 105g.
Two Japanese smoking set, tonkotsu and kiseruzutsu,Meiji period (1868-1912), both inlaid with sealife, snail and snake with copper, mother-of-pearl, or bone, 21 and 22cm long (2)Provenance: The Trevor Barton Collection.Condition report: The fish pouch - has fish m-o-p loss. Both knocked and minor chips.
A Japanese Kakiemon-type dish, 19th century, of lobed hexagonal form, the centre with a roundel encircling ho-o, the side with chrysanthemum and orchid, 13.8cm, and a Kakiemon-type bowl, 20th century, of lobed circular form in the shape of chrysanthemum, painted with a blossoming prunus tree, the underside similarly decorated, 19.3cm (2)Condition report: Both with surface scratches. Smaller bowl with a chip to foot rim, a firing crack and minute chips to rim.Dish - fuku mark faded.
Basil E. Embry signed RAF Leeming 30th Anniversary of the Introduction of the D. H. Mosquito into RAF Service 13th July 1971. Flown to RAF Gatow Berlin in a Basset XS765 of No. 32 Sqn datestamp RAF Gatow B. F. P. O. 45 14. 7. 71. Good Condition. All autographs are genuine hand signed and come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £4.99, EU from £6.99, Rest of World from £8.99.
Cook Islands, 7 x Gold-Plated 1 Dollar Coins 'Titanic Centenary 1912-2012,' each with diameter 38.6mm, weight 27g, prooflike copper with 24ct gold plating, reverses depicting different stages in the ill-fated maiden voyage of the Titanic - 'Belfast Launch,' 'Atlantic Crossing,' 'Carpathia Rescue,' 'Final Moments' etc, & Jersey £5 2012 'Titanic Centenary' 38.6mm, 28.2g, prooflike 24ct gold-plated cupro-nickel, rev. Titanic at sea & dates 1912 - 2012; all individually encapsulated, 4 coins in a Sandhill case in a Westminster case (other 3 coins loose), some without certs, together with Jersey 'Battle of Hastings Anniversary Coin Collection' 2016, a part-set of 9 (of 12) x .999 silver proof 50p, each 2.5g, rectangular shape 18.7mm x 10.5mm ( 3/4'' x 3/8''), obverses Rank-Broadley portrait of the Queen & denomination '50 pence', reverses depict different fully detailed scenes from the Bayeux Tapestry, individually encapsulated in a Westminster illustrated presentation pack, some minor peripheral toning o/wise FDC as issued; lot also includes a ten shilling note Fforde, D36N, in a Westminster folder UNC
A 9 carat gold lapis lazuli ring, finger size N1/2; a 9 carat gold smokey quartz ring, finger size N; a 9 carat white gold gem set twist ring, finger size O1/2; and a blue paste set ring, unmarked, finger size O. Two 9 carat gold rings - 5.9 grams. 18 carat gold ring - 6.0 grams. Unmarked ring - 5.3 grams.
NO RESERVE Sports and pastimes.- Taylor (Samuel) Angling, first edition, half-title, lacking frontispiece, publisher's advertisements and index, some damp staining and soiling, 20th century calf-backed boards, for T. N. Longman and O. Rees, 1800 § Radcliffe (F. P. Delmé) The Noble Science: A Few General Ideas on Fox-Hunting, engraved frontispiece and additional title, plates and illustrations, previous ownership signature to title, partially removed, some browning and spotting, 20th century calf-backed boards, 1839; and 25 others, sport, v.s. (27)
NO RESERVE Munby (A.N.L.) Phillipps Studies, 5 vol. in 2, original cloth, dust-jacket, lightly browned, slight chipping to corners and extremities, Cambridge, 1956 § The Britwell Handlist, 2 vol., portrait frontispiece, plates, original cloth, slight bumping to corners and extremities, 1933 § Gangoly (O. C.) South Indian Bronzes, frontispiece, plates, previous owner's ink signature to title, occasional spotting, near contemporary cloth, a little rubbed, Calcutta, 1915; and 4 others, v.s. (9)
Ronconi (Ignazio) Dizionario d'Agricoltura, o sia la Coltivazione Italiana, 4 vol. in 2, illustrations, scattered faint spotting, faint abrasion mark to front pastedowns where ink-stamp removed, later half-calf, slight bumping to corners and extremities, Venice, 1796 § Calvel (Signor) Trattato Completo delle Piantonaje, 3 vol. in 1, 2 folding engraved plates, folding table, abrasion marks and one or two small holes to front pastedown and first few leaves, previous owner's ink-stamp, near contemporary calf-backed boards, a little rubbed, Florence, 1813, 8vo (3)
Advance 'Coming Soon' teaser UK Quad movie poster for Richard Donner's ground breaking and much loved 1978 superhero actioner "Superman" (1978). Cleverly designed using just (the now) distinctive lettering and really quite stunning with the silver foil backdrop. Presented in unrestored rolled (as issued) condition, this ultra rare example presents and displays very well. A genuinely scarce and desirable item of movie memorabilia from a truly inspirational and influential film, with this being the first time we have offered one for sale.30" x 40" (76 x 102 cm)Condition: Very Good to ExcellentUnrestored, rolled (as issued). Image areas is excellent, soft crinkling and creases to top edge. Light crinkling bottom left corner. 1/2" crease to the 2nd 'O' in 'SOON'.Artist: Unknown Artist£200 - 300VAT Status: M
"Double the Danger! Double the Women! Double the Excitement! With Double the DOUBLE-O-SEVEN!". An early James Bond American double-bill US Three-Sheet poster for "Dr No / From Russia With Love" (1965). From the main tagline, the word "double" was certainly exaggerated to good effect. This larger format American Three-Sheet is a scarce format for the movie and is presented in good unrestored condition in two sections (to be overlapped and joined) as issued to cinemas.41" x 81" (104 x 206 cm)Additional Information: NSS #R65/63Condition: GoodUnrestored, folded (as issued) with various pin-holes/minor tears to corners/rim, slight scuffing/surface paper loss lower right corner. NSS Stamp to reverse and title written lightly in biro, NO bleed through to front from either. Presented in two sections, designed to be overlapped to display.Artist: Unknown Artist£100 - 200VAT Status: M
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