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Click here to subscribeTischdekoration, um 1900, Metall, versilbert. Runder Sockel auf 3 Füßen, darauf eine Terrainplinthe mit Vogel Strauß und 2 Palmen. Leicht ber. & best., H. 36 cmTable decoration, around 1900, metal, silver plated. Round base on 3 feet, on it a terrain plinth with bird ostrich and 2 palm trees. Slightly rubbed & bumped, h. 36 cm
Englische Anrichte. 17./18. Jh. Eiche und Mahagoni massiv, kastenförmiger Korpus mit drei Türen und drei übergeordneten Schubkästen, geometrischer Dekor aus rechteckigen Füllungen, vortretender Sockel auf Kugelfüßen, 115 x 188 x 60 cm.- Dieses Möbel kann nicht in unseren Berliner Räumen besichtigt werden. English sideboard. 17th/18th c. Solid oak and mahogany, box-shaped body with three doors and three drawers above, geometric decoration of rectangular panels, protruding plinth on ball feet, 115 x 188 x 60 cm.- This furniture can not be viewed in our Berlin rooms.
A William IV rosewood marble topped side cabinet, width 184cm, depth 45cm, height 129cmCONDITION: The marble top is marked and bruised and there is a loose piece of moulding from the left side which is present. The right hand central door is slightly discoloured, the plinth foot is scuffed with some losses to the left side
A reproduction George III style mahogany glazed display cabinet, of canted D-section, with geometric astragals enclosing two adjustable glass shelves, with integral lighting, below moulded plinth, carved with arches, the lower cupboard with carved dentil frieze with panelled door, on moulded plinth, with key, 112cm high x 126cm wide
A George V silver rose-bowl, by Walker and Hall, Sheffield, 1929, tapering and with fluted lower body and on spreading foot, engraved with an inscription, with silver plate grill and on ebonised plinth; together with: a set of six George III silver Old English pattern teaspoons, the rose-bowl 14.5cm diameter, 9oz 15dwt, 304gr (7)
A mid 19th century green painted house keepers cupboard (in two sections) 117cm by 50cm by 240cm . Structurally the cupboard is sound save for the plinth that needs some attention. The main doors are binding on the plinth and this would be resolved once the plinth had been repaired. Period decoration now has a very pleasing wear and patina. With original key but this is stuck in the top lock. Internal fittings including two drawers are intact. Expected wear and superficial marks throughout as expected.
An early 19th century oak-cased and mahogany cross-banded eight-day longcase clock; the broken swan-neck pediment surmounted by an eagle and flanked by fluted Classical-style columns flanking a 12-inch gilt highlighted and painted broken-arch dial with Arabic numerals, subsidiary second hand, date aperture and signed 'Sleaford', shaped trunk door with marquetry conch shell, raised on plinth base (approx. 223cm high)
An early 20th century oak chest; moulded top above two half-width and two full-width drawers, raised on plinth base (108cm wide) (Can be combined with the following lot as illustrated)A little bit water-marked, some scratches etc. commensurate with age; no evidence of any woodworm (74cm high)
A 19th century Irish urnCondition Report: There is a small area of very minor rim fritting to the lip of the bowl. To the inside of the bowl there is a 2cm mouth-shaped piece which has been ground away - indicating previous damage. original air bubbles are visible in the lower urn-shaped section, the square-shaped plinth base has the pontil ground quite a way from the centre and exhibits scratches commensurate with age and in one corner has sustained a chip. One of the other corners also sustained a slight chip and has been ground away. The cover also slight rim fritting to the inside of the lip although appears to be in reasonably good condition otherwise. The faceted tip of the finial may have also sustained minor damage. The piece is not perfect
Bronze giltTibet or Nepal, 12th to 13th centuryDimensions: Height 14 cmWeight: 1793 gramsA solemn depiction of a Buddha in meditation, showing the gesture of calling the earth to witness, bhumipharsa mudra, also known as the subduing of demon Mara. Attached to a square plinth, the Buddha is sitting with his legs crossed in lotus position. He is dressed in a robe with beaded brim draped over his left shoulder and bottom fanning out underneath his ankles. The eyes are closed in deep meditation. A hairline separates the tiny curls from the forehead, and he is wearing a simple crown with a jewel in the center and over the ears.
Bronze gilt with silver inlaysTibet, 18th centuryDimensions: Height 18 cmWeight: 241 gramsUnusual shrine of a Bodhisattva on a rectangular plinth with decorative bands, open-work support with stone inlay at the center and a round reverse lotus base with beaded rim. The Bodhisattva is seated cross-legged with soles of feet showing, wearing flowy garments covering the legs. The shoulders are also dressed with decorative robes, the upper body seems to be dressed in aristocratic clothes with a chest-armour and puffy sleeves. The hands are raised in front of the chest, showing the dharmachakra mudra. The face looks juvenile with a light smile and downcast eyes, earlobes elongated. The Bodhisattva is wearing a pompous crown of stone inlay. He is surrounded by a big flaming aureole with additional stone inlay, his head also bears a halo in the same fashion with a lotus flower at the top center. The back of this outstanding bronze is relatively plain.
SilverTibet, 16th centuryDimensions: Height 9 cmWeight: 266 grams with baseIn Tibetan Buddhism this is a wrathful emanation of Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, here standing in wide stance on a plinth. Mahakala is dressed in a short dhoti, wearing a skull garland, anklets and with bare feet. His two hands are holding a skull cup or kapala and a crescent-shaped knife or chopper. His face is grim with a broad nose and bulging eyes and a third eye on the forehead. His crown of five skulls encloses a second head of a Mahakala with fierce face, skull crown and wild hair.
Bronze rest gilt, face lacqueredChina, 18th centuryDimensions: Height 25 cm by 15 cm Weight: 1895 gramsA very well preserved bronze Buddha from China with lacquer remains on the face. The Buddha is seated on a double lotus flower on an oval plinth with ornamental relief in the center front. The Buddha is gesturing the bhumispharsa mudra, calling the earth to witness. He is dressed in an elaborate robe with decorative brim over a long undergarment fastened at the waist with an ornamental band and bow. The face is round and fleshy with two necklines, the eyes are downcast, the lips and nose are small, the earlobes slightly elongated. The head and relatively small ushnisha are covered in tiny curls. The Buddha bronze is hollow.
BronzeChina, Xinjiang Region, Sixteens Kingdom period (303 - 439)Dimensions: Height 7 cm by 5,5 cmWeight: 119 gramsSeated Buddha on a lotus throne with three rims, his left leg pendent, the right leg drawn to his body. His left elbow is resting on the knee with hand palm facing the ground. The other hand is raised with thumb and index finger touching. His robe is flowy and exposing the torso. He is wearing a necklace, earrings and a high tiara. He is surrounded by a flaming aureole. The bronze is attached to a wooden plinth.
BronzeNepal, 14th to 15th centuryDimensions: Height 15 cm by 10 cmWeight: 2811 gramsManjushri Namasanghiti is a very rare form and only found in Nepal, here seated cross-legged on a plinth. Three lotus flowers are sunken into the ground before him. The Buddha has twelve arms. The lowest pair is resting in the lap holding a bowl with amrita nectar. The second pair of hands gesture tarpana mudra sprinkling ambrosia into the bowl. The third pair in abhaya mudra is raised in front of the chest. supports the bowl in his lap. The fourth pair is holding a mudra with thumb and small finger touching. The fifth pair is also outstretched with rounded hands, thumb touching index finger. The sixth pair is joined above the head in uttarabodhi mudra, gesture of enlightenment. The Buddhas head is relatively small with fine facial features, almost closed eyes and with a peaceful expression. The head is adorned with an elaborately designed crown. The whole body is also adorned with jewellery, which is highlighted with stone inlay. This bronze piece is of rare and delicate quality.
Bronze firegiltNepal, 16th centuryDimensions: Height 15,5 cm by 7 cmWeight: 480 grams with baseStanding Vishnu attached to plinth with four arms holding attributes, like flower, conch shell, discus and mace wearing a long dhoti with floral pattern and loose ends on the sides. The sacred thread or upavita encircles the torso also decorated with a necklace. The arms are also adorned with armlets and bracelets, a large tiara and ear pendants decorate the head. The face is serene and friendly with half-closed eyes, a raised urna between the eyebrows. The head is backed by a flaming aureole.Provenance:Ex Dutch collectionEx Pollak Collection Amsterdam
SilverKashmir or Western-Himalaya, 10th centuryDimensions: Height 9,5 cmWeight: 278 gramsStanding Tara on a square plinth, slightly bent to the left. She is dressed in a long garment. She is holding two objects, and is wearing jewellery like earrings and a high tiara. There is a small metal loop on her back, possibly to be worn as an amulet.
Bronze with silver and copper inlaysKashmir, 11th centuryDimensions: Height 14,5 cm by 10 cmWeight: 356 gramsManjushri seated on a waisted double reverse lotus pose attached to a square wooden plinth. Seated with legs crossed and dressed in striped dhoti fastened around waist with belt. The chest is bare and only decorated with a necklace with tiger claw pendant, a gift parents gave their children as talisman. A thin scarf is billowing around his arms. He is holding the sword to cut ignorance in his right hand, the other is holding something small and is close to the waist. Behind his body and his head are two separate aureoles with open-work flames. The large eyes of Manjushri have a piercing gaze with silver inlay, a raised silver urna between the eyebrows. Small braids hang down the forehead and are done up in a ponytail, enclosed by a tiara.
BronzeIndia, 19th centuryDimensions: Height 59 cmWeight: 20.300 gramsFour-armed Ganesha, the remover of obstacles, standing in dancing motion on a square plinth with lotus flower base. The square plinth is also carved with ornamental designs. Ganesha's left foot is lifted from the ground, his four arms are holding his attributes, a noose, his broken tusk and a battle axe. The left arm is pointing to his right hip, the long trunk swings to his left, dancing. He is wearing a short striped dhoti, anklets, the thread wrapped around the belly, jewellery and a conical headdress. This depiction of him is very joyful and lively. He is probably the most worshipped God in Hindu religion.
BronzeIndia , 18th centuryDimensions: Height 8,5 cm by 5 cmWeight: 284 gramsThe Vedic word for an enlightened person is Rishi and combines function of priest, seer, saint, ascetic, prophet and hermit into one person. They are said to compose their knowledge into hymns to invoke the deities by their poetry. The Rishi here is seated on the back of a tortoise on a square plinth with beaded rims and incised lotus-petals. He is seated in lotus pose with both his hands raised in abhaya mudra, one is holding a rosary. He is wearing a striped dhoti and necklaces. His face is tilted upwards with opened eyes and a pointy beard. The hair is done up in high, curled up bun.
Bronze with silver inlays and cold gildingIndia, 12th century Pala DynastyDimensions: Height 15 cm by 9 cmWeight: 879 gramsOxford TL TestedFemale Bodhisattva seated on a throne supported by three elephants standing on a round lotus flower attached to a square plinth. The Bodhisattva is seated with legs crossed in lotus pose, dressed in striped long dhoti, her arms are resting in her lap in meditative pose. Her chest is bare, the arms adorned with armlets. The face is small and delicate, a high elaborate tiara decorates the head. Traces of gold on the head and tiara.
Bronze with silver and copper inlaysTibet, 18th century or earlierDimensions: Height 28 cmWeight: 1993 gramsA standing Buddha on a lotus base on a square plinth. The Buddha is dressed in a translucent robe with floral pattern with copper and silver inlay. The right hand is showing the gesture of fearlessness, the other hand is lowered to the side of the body holding the end of the scarf falling down on the back over his left shoulder. The Buddha has very distinct necklines, a fleshy oval face with small, smiling lips and a large nose. The eyes are open and attentive. Elongated earlobes frame the face and rich curls cover the head and ushnisha. The back of the statue is free from intricate detail, the base is hollow.
BronzeSino-Tibetan, 17th to 18th centuryDimensions: Height 38 cmWeight: 4322 gramsThe thousand-armed and formerly eleven-headed Bodhisattva of Compassion is standing on a plinth in long garments with beaded chains and draped bands. Eight arms are spread forming different mudras with the hands and a billowing scarf is intertwined in them. The many other arms are spanned out from the back creating a wing-like circle around the deity. Three heads are smiling gently with downcast, small eyes. Elongated earlobes frame the face. Only three heads are remaining, usually three lines of three heads followed by two single heads in a column. The back of the sculpture shows the same detail as the front. This piece is worked with fine detail and is outstanding in its style.
Taxidermy: Pair of Common Mergansers (Mergus merganser), full mounts, each upon naturalistic base, one example detailed with grasses, largest approximately H34cm, together with Coot and Duck, full mounts, duck upon rectangular wooden plinth, coot upon circular plinth detailed with moss and lichen. All on open display. - Condition Report
A pair of gilt metal vases in Neoclassical style, modern, each ovoid body cast with cavorting putti in relief and mounted with two Bacchantes holding musical instruments, bearing marks for Christofle to the circular plinth, 53cm high (2) Condition Report: Decorative modern Condition Report Disclaimer
Victorian carved oak bookcase, rectangular top with ogee mould above 4in frieze, decorated with trailing vine, relief moulding, two adjustable shelves, flanked by two term figures, each playing musical pipe, blind base.width 176cm (69"), depth 31cm (12in), height 104cm (41in)Condition report: Top with rain water damage to one end, section of cock beading missing, plinth with small section of veneer missing also with water damage.
Victorian ruby glass oil lamp, red-tinted flared shade with clear glass chimney above matching reservoir decorated with trailing floral leaf, white enamelling, all standing on brass column with terracotta plinth with black glaze.height 58cm (23in) (including chimney)Condition report: Shade in good order, reservoir with no sign of cracks.
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