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Click here to subscribeEarly 20th century Art Nouveau period 8-day French timepiece mantel clock - Mahogany case with inlaid decoration on a shallow plinth raised on bun feet, enamel dial with Arabic numerals, minute track and steel spade hands, replacement lever platform escapement, wound and set from the rear. Dimensions: Height: 27cm Length/Width: 17cm Depth/Diameter: 9cm
Bulle electromagnetic Clockette - early 20th century battery driven mantel clock, case with a break arch top and shallow plinth raised on bun feet, on a blue ground profusely decorated in a chinoiserie style, metal dial with Arabic numerals and spade hands, original movement with battery box and pendulum, trade label pasted to the rear door.Dimensions: Height: 22cm Length/Width: 17cm Depth/Diameter: 12cm
French - Early 20th century 8-day timepiece carriage clock, case with a shaped handle and reeded columns to the corners, plinth with applied decoration raised on bun feet, dial with a gilt mask and silvered chapter, circular Arabic numerals, arrow hands and a pierced gilt centre, single train movement with a later lever platform escapement.Dimensions: Height: 17cm Length/Width: 8cm Depth/Diameter: 7cm
French - late 19th century 8-day mahogany cased Lancet clock with inlay, case with reeded and canted corners to the front, on a narrow plinth raised on bun feet, enamel dial with Arabic numerals, minute track and steel moon hands, rack striking movement, striking the hours and half hours on a coiled gong. With pendulum. Dimensions: Height: 29cm Length/Width: 18cm Depth/Diameter: 12cm
French - Early 20th century faux tortoiseshell mantle clock, rectangular case on a shaped plinth with carrying handle, enamel dial with Arabic numerals, minute track, floral garland and gilt Louis XVI hands, 8-day timepiece movement with the original lever platform escapement, wound and set from the rear. With key.Dimensions: Height: 23cm Length/Width: 14cm Depth/Diameter: 7cm
Hermele - 20th century porcelain and gilt mantel clock, spring driven twin train drum movement housed in a porcelain case with floral garalnds and decoration, contained by four decorative gilt supports on a conforming porcelain plinth, with an enamel dial, Roman numerals and pierced steel hands, floating balance escapement striking the hours and half hours on two bells. Dimensions: Height: 43cm Length/Width: 20cm Depth/Diameter: 12cm
Potonie of Paris - French pendule D'Officer campaign clock in an ebonised case c1820, rectangular case on a curved plinth with a gilt carrying handle, white enamel dial with makers name, Roman numerals, minute track and steel trefoil hands, count wheel striking movement with a silk suspension.Dimensions: Height: 27cm Length/Width: 18cm Depth/Diameter: 14cm
A LARGE PORTABLE SHRINE (ZUSHI) CONTAINING A GILT AND POLYCHROME WOOD FIGURE OF JIZO BOSATSUJapan, 16th-17th century, late Muromachi (1333-1573) to early Edo period (1615-1868)The exterior of the shrine of roiro with hinged doors and gilt-metal fittings chased and incised with floral and foliate designs, containing a finely carved sculpture of Jizo Bosatsu standing on a double lotus dais raised on square plinth surrounded by rockwork supported on a tiered square base. The bodhisattva is dressed in a long flowing robe applied with gilt and colored pigments as well as an ornamental necklace suspending small beads. He is holding the hoju (treasure jewel) in his left hand and the shakujo (staff) suspending loose rings in his right. His serene face with glass-inlaid eyes and byakugo (urna). The lotus dais is inset with a flattened post surmounted by a circular halo.HEIGHT 33.5 cm (the figure) and 70 cm (the shrine)Condition: Good condition with some wear, minor age cracks, old repairs to hands and feet, flaking and small losses to lacquer, some with associated minor touchups.Provenance: From a Hungarian private collection.Jizo Bosatsu (Ksitigarbha) has been worshipped since the Heian period, particularly as the protector of children. This bodhisattva is a merciful figure who alone among Buddhist deities moves through the six worlds of illusion in his role of saving all sentient beings. As in this example he is usually depicted as a monk with the hoju (treasure jewel) and shakujo, a staff with a finial of rings which jingle to warn small creatures of his approaching footfalls.Auction comparison: Compare a related wood figure of Jizo Bosatsu, dated to the Muromachi period, 16th century, the figure 46.1 cm high, at Bonhams, Property from the Collection of Drs. Edmund and Julie Lewis, Part I, 11 September 2019, New York, lot 597 (sold for 20,075 USD).
A RARE STAG ANTLER NETSUKE OF AN ISLANDERJapan, 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868)Carved as an islander sitting on a rocky plinth, the face with an joyful expression, his curly hair falling neatly down on his shoulders, and holding a coral branch in his right hand. Large himotoshi through the base and side of the body.HEIGHT 4.4 cmCondition: Very good condition, natural imperfections and with minor wear.Provenance: German private collection.
AN EBONISED, GILT METAL MOUNTED AND PAINTED MARBLE INSET SIDE CABINET 19TH CENTURY The door opening to a shelved interior 104cm high, 89cm wide, 47cm deep Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. UV reveals milky glaze to painted panels and indications of old retouching- surfaces are dirty and rubbed. Gilding dirty- some repairs needed to back panels and lining- old wear and scratches to top, sides and plinth Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report.All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so, and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer
C. FONTANA, AN ITALIAN MARBLE FIGURE OF THE APOLLO BELVEDERE AFTER THE ANTIQUE, MID 19TH CENTURY Signed to the base 'C. Fontana a Carrara' and inscribed 'Apollo Belvedere Gift Of Caleb P. Marsh' 99cm high, base 34cm diameter Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Losses to all fingers/thumb on right hand- left finger. Some edge fritting and bruises notably to right toes, bottom edge of plinth. Natural inclusions and flaws to marble notably around face- back of left thigh etc. Red inked number to plinth 00.6 Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so, and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer
A ROUGE SCAGLIOLA COLUMN 19TH CENTURY Of plain turned form, on short plinth base 108cm high, the top 33cm diameter, the base 32cm square Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Top with edge wear and loss. Some scuffs and wear to base edges and corners Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer
A PAIR OF FRENCH GILT BRONZE CANDLESTICKS IN THE MANNER OF HENRI DASSON, LATE 19TH CENTURY Each with figural stem modelled as infant Bacchic faun holding grapes 22cm high, bases 8.2cm diameter Condition Report: Mild wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Both formerly fitted as electric lights and with infilled holes to plinth bases, central core/screws likely later- small firing flaws Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so, and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer
AN UNUSUAL ITALIAN CARVED STOOL IN THE FORM OF BOOK LATE 19TH CENTURY, POSSIBLY VENETIAN In the manner of Francesco Tosso, the lined book seta supported by figure of a jester or character from Commedia dell'arte, book plinth, carved and stained mixed wood 71.5cm high, the base 46cm wide Condition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Old chips and splits. Some evidence of old worm resulting in fragmentary losses in places - see images for extent. Upholstery to the seat is in tired condition. Some old repairs with filler used in places.The join at the shoulder of the raised a is opening slightly.Old repair to the 'spine' of the book with later nails and a strip of inset timber used. Please refer to additional images for visual reference to condition. Condition Report Disclaimer
AN ITALIAN CARVED LIMESTONE FIGURE OF DIANA THE HUNTRESS LATE 20TH CENTURY Modelled standing with her hound by her right approximately 164cm high Condition Report: Weathering and with colour variance from garden positioning. Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Rubbing to her left breast, margins of plinth, under chin, sides. Water stains Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer
AN ITALIAN CARVED LIMESTONE FIGURE OF DIANA THE HUNTRESS LATE 20TH CENTURY Modelled standing with her hound by her left Approximately 164cm high Condition Report: Weathering and with colour variance from garden positioning. Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Small crack to her right hand, Rubbing to tree trunk, margins of plinth, right hip, sides. Water stainsPlease see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer
A FRENCH CAST IRON FIGURAL FOUNTAIN CAST BY ANTOINE DURENNE CIRCA 1870 Modelled as Bacchic child holding a clam shell basin, right foot on a shell, the square base with cast signature 'A.DURENNE PARIS", now set on composition stone plinth figure 24.5cm high- its base 36 by 37cm, 132.5cm high overall For a very similar figure please see Christie's "DUNSBOROUGH PARK: GARDEN STATUARY FROM THE COLLECTION OF BARON AND BARONESS SWEERTS DE LANDAS WYBORGH", 20th June 2013, lot 272, sold £10,000 Condition Report: Weathered and with wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Varying scrapes to painted surface throughout- notably to extremities- the fountain interior blocked with stones and leaves. Most notable condition issue is at figure's right foot on the shell- there is a crack running from behind it, through it and the shell below and down into the front corner. There are signs of some previous remedial infill here- will require careful transport so as to not exacerbate the area/fault. Signs of rust and surface lifting - notably around head and neck, interior of top, and margins where surface has been scuffed or abraded. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so, and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer
An early 20th century oak smokers' cabinet, the moulded top above single glazed door, fitted interior of two pipe racks and two short drawers with brass Art Nouveau swing handles with floral embossed back-plate, raised on plinth base, 37 x 28 x 21cm (af).Condition Report: lacking tobacco jar, some fading to the top with further scuffs, scrapes, fading staining visible etc, there is a crude repair to the front right top corner of the moulded top, otherwise ok
A mid-20th century dark oak bookcase with tin sliding glass doors and three interior shelves, to plinth base, 112 x 91 x 25cm, a pale oak standard lamp to a circular spreading base, height 154cm, and an early 20th century oak cigarette stand on wrythen support and circular base, to two brass paw feet, height 69cm (3).
An early 20th century mahogany partners' desk of small proportions, with gilt tooled oxblood leather inset panel to the top and an arrangement of drawers to each side, to plinth base, 76 x 123 x 121cm.Condition Report: - Overall solid but used condition, showing light signs of wear throughout. There is a small area of polish missing from the leather inset panel. There is one key for each side, but it does not appear to operate the majority of the locks.
An Edwardian mahogany nine-drawer twin pedestal desk, with tooled oxblood leather inset panel above frieze of one long and two short drawers, above a base of three short drawers to each side, to plinth base, 79 x 137 x 67cm.Condition Report: - Notable wear throughout, including scuffs, stains, fading, staining, losses, etc. Would benefit from light restoration.
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