ARCHIBALD R. COLQUHOUN. 'Across Chryse, Being The Narrative of a Journey of Exploration Through The South China Border Lands From Canton to Mandalay,' in two volumes, original decorative cloth, rubbed and bumped, spines sun bleached, Sampson Low, Marston, Searle, and Rivington, London, 1883; CHARLES GUTZLAFF. 'Journal of Three Voyages Along The Coast of China in 1831, 1832, & 1833, With Notices of Siam, Corea, & The Loo-Choo Islands,' third edition, frontispiece engraving of author, foldout map, Thomas Ward and o, London; C. F. Gordon Cumming. 'Wanderings in China,' two volumes, original cloth, William Blackwood and Sons, Edinburgh, 1886; F. H. EDWARDS. 'Fire and Sword in Shansi; The Story of the Martyrdom of Foreigners and Chinese Christians,' original cloth, b+w photographs, Oliphant Anderson & Ferrier, Edinburgh, 1903; plus five others. (11)
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Rev R. H. COBBALD. 'Pictures of the Chinese, Drawn By Themselves,' first edition, frontispiece, vignette title and plates printed in brown, original striped green cloth with gilt tooled gong player to front board, John Murray, London, 1860; Mrs J. F. Bishop. 'Chinese Pictures: Notes on Photographs Made in China,' over sixty photographs with notes contemporary to the time, original decorative cloth, Cassel and Company, London, 1900. (2)Condition report: 'Pictures of the Chinese, Drawn by Themselves'- ends of spine cloth rubbed, tapering corners to boards, potting to frontis and tissue, marks to titlepage, tidemark to fore-edge corner throughout textblock, sporadic toning and foxing throughout, pages complete.'Chinese Pictures'- Cloth faded, rubbed and bumped, with soiling to corners, spotting to pastedown and endpapers, good clean and tight textblock.Extra photos have been added to our website.
ROBERT HALL; 'Chinese Snuff Bottles XI , The Snowy Peaks Collection', 2005; Metal-bodied Enamel Ware, The Complete Collection of Treasures of The Palace Museum. Chinese text.. 2001 commercial press Hong Kong, slip case; WILLIAM R. SARGENT. 'The Copeland Collection', 1991; 'Enamel Ware In The Ming And Ch'ing Dynasties', Chinese text. (4)
FREDERICK MEINERTZHAGEN. 'MCI: The Meinertzhagen Card Index on Netsuke in the Archives of the British Museum,' two volumes, edited by George Lazarnick, profusely illustrated throughout, some spotting, Alan R. Liss, New York, 1986; GEORGE LAZARNICK. 'The Signature Book of Netsuke, Inro and Ojime Artisirs in Photographs,' inscribed and signed by the author, 212/500, profusely illustrated, Reed Publishers, Hawaii, 1976. (3)
N. H. N. MODY. 'Japanese Clocks,' illustrated throughout, cloth case soiled, original cloth, ex libris, printed and bound in Japan, Kegan Paul, Trench, Trubner & Co, London; PAUL MOSS. 'Outside the Box: Further explorations in Japanese netsuke and lacquer,' coloured illustrations throughout, unclipped dj, Sydney L. Moss Ltd, London, 2004; MIRIAM KINSEY. 'Contemporary Netsuke,' illustrated throughout, card slip, Charles E. Tuttle Company, Rutland, 1977; MADELINE R. TOLLNER. 'Netsuke: The Life and Legend of Japan in Miniature,' second printing, original cloth, Fearon Publishers, San Francisco, 1960; Plus seven other books on Japanese arts and crafts. (11)
WILLIAM HOWARD RUSSELL. 'A Diary in the East During the Tour of the Prince and Princess of Wales,' rebound, ex libris with associated stamps, George Routledge and Sons, London, 1869; Sir WILFRED THOMASON GRENFELL. 'Labrador Looks at the Orient: Notes of Travel in the Near and Far East,' original cloth, illustrations, Jarrolds, London; JOHN F. EMBREE. 'A Japanese Village: Suye Mura,' International Library of Sociology and Social Reconstructions, original cloth, Kegan Paul, Trench, Trubner & Co, London, 1947; R. A. BOSSHARDT. 'The Remaining Hand: Captivity for Christ in China,' clipped dj, original cloth, Hodder & Stoughton, London, 1936; RIZA BEY. 'Darkest Orient,' original cloth with front of dj pasted, forth impression, Arco publishing, London, 1953; 'The Circle of Chalk,' translated by Frances Hume, illustrated by John Buckland-Wright, original cloth, card slip, The Rodale Press, London; with three other books. (9)
FRANCES CARPENTER. 'Tales of a Chinese Grandmother,' first edition, original yellow cloth, frontispiece, George G. Harrap & Company, London, 1938; R. N. P. HUMFREY. 'Through China and Japan,' second edition, pictorial card wraps, Missionary Film Committee, London, 1933; LADY HOSIE. 'Two Gentlemen of China,' fifth edition, original cloth, spotting throughout, Seeley Service & Co, London, 1929; 'Portrait of A Chinese Ladt,' reprint, original cloth, Hodder and Stoughton, London, 1930; With twenty-seven other books on China including Han Suyen, George Kao Hans Kopp. (31)
GEORGE RYLEY SCOTT. 'Far Eastern Sex Life,' thrird impression, original cloth, Gerald G. Swan, London, 1949; CHRISTIAN HENRIOT. 'Prostitution and Sexuality in Shanghai: A Social History, 1849-1949,' unclipped dj, original cloth, Cambridge Unviersity Press, 2001; SARA HARRIS. 'House of the 10,000 Pleasures: A Modern Study of the Geisha and of the Streetwalker of Japan,' rebound in Malayasia, E. P. Dutton & Co, New York, 1962; HAN BANGQING. 'The Sing-Song Girls of Shanghai,' translated by Eileen Chang, unclipped dj, Columbia University Press, New York, 2005; R. H. VAN GULIK. 'Sexual Life in Ancient China: A Preliminary Survey of Chinese Sex and Society from ca. 1500 B. C. till 1644 A. D.' unclipped dj, original cloth, Brill, Leiden, 2003; With eighteen other books on Asian eroticism, including picture books. (23Condition report: These books are generally in good to very good condition, with some light wear and tear. More photos of the title pages have been uploaded to our website.
Jane Austen, The Novels Sense and Sensibility, Emma, Mansfield Park,, Northanger Abbey, Persuasion, and Pride and Prejudice, published by Richard Bentley 1866, new edition, 5 volumes in original blind stamped brown cloth with gilt titles, printed by Spottiswoode and Co., illustrations, title page and frontice piece by Pickering-Greatbach as 1833, published by R Bentley, novels very rare for Austen books to be found in original bindings, very clean and tight no marks or foxing
Military Interest - WWI Ephemera, two medals awarded to 33694 Sgt M Davies E Lan R, together with 1914 The Small Book, various papers, family photographs, a death certificate, Regimental photos, Belgium memorial registers, etc. Together with Second World War set of four medals, in an addressed box, awarded to Robert Edward Lever, military photographs, death certificate, school certificates, etc. Family links, Martin Davies and son-in-law Robert Edward Lever.
Antique Period - Platinum Set Superb Quality Diamond and Opal Set Dress Ring. The Rectangular Shaped Opal of Wonderful Colour. Est Weight 6.00 cts. Surrounded by 24 Well Matched Diamonds of Good Colour and Clarity. Est 1.80 cts. Ring Size Q - R. Not Marked But Tests Platinum. Shank / Setting Excellent Condition, Slight Nick to Opal at 2 o'clock, Need Loupe To See It. Low Estimate.
18ct Gold and Platinum - Nice Quality Single Stone Diamond Ring. The Interior of Shank with Full Hallmark for 18ct. The Round Brilliant Cut Diamond of Excellent Colour and Clarity. Est Weight 0.10 pts. Ring Size Q - R ( Large Size ) Weight 2.1 grams. Excellent COndition Both Shank / Setting.
Royal Doulton Hand Painted Porcelain Figurine ' Reflections ' Panorama HN3028. Designer R. Jefferson. Issued 1987 - 1988. Height 12.75 Inches - 32.5 cms. 1st Quality and Mint Condition. Together with Royal Doulton 'Rose' HN1368 5" high, and Royal Doulton 'Pretty as a Picture' HN4312 5.5" high.
Sunderland Lustre - 19th Century Fine Trio of Large Jugs. Comprises 1/ A West View of the Iron Bridge, Over the Wear, Under the Patronage of R. Burdon MP. c.1820. Height 9.5 Inches - 23.75 cms. 2/ Depicts ' Ship of the Line ' With Verse. c.1860. Height 7 Inches - 17.5 cms. 3/ Sailors with Flags, Ships and Large Anchor with Verse. Height 7.5 Inches - 18.75 cms. c.1840. All Jugs In Good Condition.
Antique Period - Excellent Quality 22ct Gold Ruby and Diamond Set Ring. Attractive Design / Setting. Hallmark Birmingham 1892, Maker S.H. 22ct Stamped to Interior of Shank. Natural Rubies of Excellent Colour, Centre Ruby Est 1.00 cts, Ring Size R. 3.4 grams. Shank / Setting Excellent Condition.
A 19th century Swiss painted softwood hall cupboard, the frieze initialled 'R A H' above birds, flowers, vases and panels of wood-effect scumbling, height 179cm, width 140cm, depth 61cm.Buyer’s Premium 29.4% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price. Lots purchased online via the-saleroom.com will attract an additional premium of 6% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price.
An early 20th century Arts and Crafts oak rectangular occasional table, in the manner of Heals, the underside stamped 'R. Walters', height 53cm, length 63.5cm, depth 40.5cm.Buyer’s Premium 29.4% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price. Lots purchased online via the-saleroom.com will attract an additional premium of 6% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price.
A sapphire and diamond set cluster white gold ring, size S, unmarked, total gross weight approx 7.4gms, a green tourmaline and possibly white topaz 9ct gold cluster ring, size R and a blue paste set 9ct gold solitaire, size U , combined total gross weight approx 6.9gmsFurther details: good all stones present and intact, wear and tear commensurate with age
A collection of costume jewellery to include a ladies 9ct gold Art Deco watch on leather strap, a silver and onyx earrings and pendant, silver pearl necklace, vintage silver and carnelian brooch, silver stone set snow flake pendant, silver charm bracelet, weight approx 3.52ozt, Elizabeth R pendant, along with various glass bead jewellery, a coral bead necklaces, dress jewellery, brooches, ladies dress watches etc (1 bag)
A collection of six late 19th / early 20th Staffordshire china moustache cup and saucers to include: Royal Albert pattern no: 4250, decorated with swags and tails, gilt heightened, red factory marks, circa 1917-1926; Williamson & Sons "Lily of the Valley" Rg no: 265542, gilt heightened and inscribed: Presented to Mr R Allen from S Shenton 1900, factory stamp to cup base, incised stamp to saucer; early 20th Century unmarked cup and saucer decorated with lupins, unstamped; probably David Chapman &Sons, Fucshia pattern no: 2490 cup and saucer, factory stamp, Samuel Radford Ltd floral pattern no 643 & Rd no: 390220, stamped and Staffordshire late 19th Century with floral and geometric pattern cup and saucer, pattern no: 906, unmarked (6)
A early 20th century emerald and diamond 18ct gold ring, comprising five graduated emeralds with double diamond accents set between, width approx 5mm, size R, total gross weight approx 3.8gms Further details: good- all stones present, some abrasions to emeralds, wear and tear commensurate with age
Group of 47 Benjamin Franklin half dollar coins ranging from 1949-1963. Featuring a profile bust of Benjamin Franklin on the obverse and the Liberty Bell on the reverse. Designed by John R. Sinnock (American, 1888-1947).This group includes the following coins from the Philadelphia mint: two 1949, one 1950, one 1951, one 1952, one 1953, one 1954, one 1959, one 1961, one 1962, and two 1963. From the Denver mint: one 1952, six 1953, one 1954, one 1959, one 1960, one 1962, and twenty-one 1963. From the San Francisco mint: one 1951, one 1953, and one 1954.Diameter: 30 mm.
RENÉ LALIQUE (Ay, France, 1860 - Paris, 1945).Medallion "Pasteur". France, 1922.Moulded opalescent glass, acid-etched with the profile bust of Louis Pasteur, the famous scientist who discovered penicillin. It was designed by René Lalique in 1922 to commemorate the centenary of his birth.Signed on the right side R. Lalique -France.Work reproduced in "Le Catalogue Raisonné del L'Ouvre en Verre de R. Lalique", by Felix Marcilhac, Les Editions de l'Amateur, p. 474, with photo.Measurements: 10 cm (diameter).The firm Lalique was originally founded by René Jules Lalique (1860 - 1945), one of the most prominent glassmakers of the time, and one of the first to sculpt glass for large monumental works, such as the fountains on the Champs Elysées. He enjoyed great renown thanks to his original creations of jewellery, perfume bottles, glasses, plates, etc., in the Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles. He trained with the Parisian jeweller Louis Aucoq, and then continued his studies at Sudenham Art College in London. The excellence of his creations and the taste he applied to his work earned him important commissions for the interior decoration of ships, trains such as the Orient Express, churches such as Saint-Nicasius in Reims, and numerous religious and civil goldsmiths' works. Lalique was not content with simply designing his models, but also founded a factory to produce them in large quantities, patenting several innovative glass manufacturing processes, and various technical effects such as "Lalique satin" or opalescent glass. Pieces by Lalique are preserved in prominent museums such as the Corning Museum of Glass and the Metropolitan Museum of Glass in New York, the Louvre and the Orsay Museum in Paris, among many others.
RENÉ LALIQUE (Ay, France, 1860 - Paris, 1945).Coupe "Rameaux". France, ca. 1940.Art Deco tabletop centrepiece in satin translucent glass of square form, simple and elegant, with organic branch decoration on the rim. Its mixture of geometric design with flowing wreaths of leaves is one of the quintessential Art Deco designs. The wreath pattern is also reminiscent of a classic victory wreath.Signed R. Lalique-France on the reverse of the base.Work reproduced in "Le Catalogue Raisonné del L'Ouvre en Verre de R. Lalique", by Felix Marcilhac, Les Editions de l'Amateur, p. 765, no. 3317 with photo.Size: 5 x 24 x 24 cm .The firm Lalique was originally founded by René Jules Lalique (1860 - 1945), one of the most outstanding glassmakers of the time, and one of the first to sculpt glass for great monumental works, such as the fountains on the Champs Elysées. He enjoyed great renown thanks to his original creations of jewellery, perfume bottles, glasses, plates, etc., in the Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles. He trained with the Parisian jeweller Louis Aucoq, and then continued his studies at Sudenham Art College in London. The excellence of his creations and the taste he applied to his work earned him important commissions for the interior decoration of ships, trains such as the Orient Express, churches such as Saint-Nicasius in Reims, and numerous religious and civil goldsmiths' works. Lalique was not content with simply designing his models, but also founded a factory to produce them in large quantities, patenting several innovative glass manufacturing processes, and various technical effects such as "Lalique satin" or opalescent glass. Pieces by Lalique are preserved in prominent museums such as the Corning Museum of Glass and the Metropolitan Museum of Glass in New York, the Louvre and the Orsay Museum in Paris, among many others.
RENÉ LALIQUE (Ay, France, 1860- Paris, 1945).Box "Trois Figurines". For D'Orsay, ca. 1915.In frosted glass, decorated with three dancing figures on the lid.Signed R. Lalique on the reverse.Work reproduced in "Le Catalogue Raisonné del L'Ouvre en Verre de R. Lalique", by Felix Marcilhac, Les Editions de l'Amateur, pg. 968, with photo.Measurements: 3.5 cm (height); 9.5 cm (diameter).Cylindrical box, cream or powder applicator, by Lalique, for d'Orsay. In frosted glass, with a classically inspired scene on the lid. It shows, in relief, three naked maidens holding hands and dancing, in the manner of the Three Graces.The Lalique firm was originally founded by René Jules Lalique (1860-1945), one of the foremost glassmakers of the time, and one of the first to sculpt glass for great monumental works such as the fountains on the Champs Elysées. He enjoyed great renown for his original creations of jewellery, perfume bottles, glasses, plates, etc., in the Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles. He trained with the Parisian jeweller Louis Aucoq, and then continued his studies at Sudenham Art College in London. The excellence of his creations and the taste he applied to his work earned him important commissions for the interior decoration of ships, trains such as the Orient Express, churches such as Saint-Nicasius in Reims, and numerous religious and civil goldsmiths' works. Lalique was not content with simply designing his models, but also founded a factory to produce them in large quantities, patenting several innovative glass manufacturing processes, and various technical effects such as "Lalique satin" or opalescent glass. Pieces by Lalique are preserved in prominent museums such as the Corning Museum of Glass and the Metropolitan Museum of Glass in New York, the Louvre and the Orsay Museum in Paris, among many others.
Lalique. France, second half of the 20th century."Virgin and Child".Translucent moulded glass with satin interior. Black resin base.Signed.Work reproduced in "Le Catalogue Raisonné del L'Ouvre en Verre de R. Lalique", by Felix Marcilhac, Les Editions de l'Amateur, p. 519, nº 1217, with photo.Size: 33.5 x 8.5 x 4 cm (figure); 5.5 x 13.5 x 9 cm (base).The firm Lalique was originally founded by René Jules Lalique (1860 - 1945), one of the most prominent glassmakers of the time, and one of the first to sculpt glass for large monumental works, such as the fountains on the Champs Elysées. He enjoyed great renown thanks to his original creations of jewellery, perfume bottles, glasses, plates, etc., in the Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles. He trained with the Parisian jeweller Louis Aucoq, and then continued his studies at Sudenham Art College in London. The excellence of his creations and the taste he applied to his work earned him important commissions for the interior decoration of ships, trains such as the Orient Express, churches such as Saint-Nicasius in Reims, and numerous religious and civil goldsmiths' works. Lalique was not content with simply designing his models, but also founded a factory to produce them in large quantities, patenting several innovative glass manufacturing processes, and various technical effects such as "Lalique satin" or opalescent glass. Pieces by Lalique are preserved in prominent museums such as the Corning Museum of Glass and the Metropolitan Museum of Glass in New York, the Louvre and the Orsay Museum in Paris, among many others.
RENÉ LALIQUE (Ay, France, 1860 - Paris, 1945).Centrepiece "Volubilis". France, ca. 1930.Translucent and opalescent amber glass.Signed on the reverse "R. Lalique" on the reverse.Work reproduced in "Le Catalogue Raisonné del L'Ouvre en Verre de R. Lalique", by Felix Marcilhac, Les Editions de l'Amateur, p. 293, nº 383.Measurements: 21.5 cm (diameter); 5 cm (height).Centrepiece made entirely of opalescent, transparent and frosted glass, decorated with three Volubilis (Morning Glory) flowers on the front. It rests on three stems that act as feet. The mouth of the bowl is outlined in a yellowish hue.The Lalique firm was founded by René Jules Lalique (1860-1945), one of the most prominent glassmakers of the time, and one of the first to sculpt glass for large monumental works, such as the fountains on the Champs Elysées. Pieces by Lalique are preserved in leading museums such as the Corning Museum of Glass and the Metropolitan Museum of Glass in New York, the Louvre and the Musée d'Orsay in Paris, among many others.
RENÉ LALIQUE (Ay, France, 1860- Paris, 1945)."Vase nº2. France, 1921-1923.Circular Art Deco tabletop centrepiece in acid-etched moulded glass with vegetal decorations and borders. Signed VDA France in the central area, signature used by René Lalique from 1921 to 1923 before signing the pieces in his own name.Work reproduced in "Le Catalogue Raisonné del L'Ouvre en Verre de R. Lalique", by Felix Marcilhac, Les Editions de l'Amateur, p. 702, no. 3019 with photo.Measurements: 2 cm (height); 27 cm (diameter).The firm Lalique was originally founded by René Jules Lalique (1860 - 1945), one of the most prominent glassmakers of the time, and one of the first to sculpt glass for large monumental works, such as the fountains on the Champs Elysées. He enjoyed great renown for his original creations of jewellery, perfume bottles, glasses, plates, etc., in the Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles. He trained with the Parisian jeweller Louis Aucoq, and then continued his studies at Sudenham Art College in London. The excellence of his creations and the taste he applied to his work earned him important commissions for the interior decoration of ships, trains such as the Orient Express, churches such as Saint-Nicasius in Reims, and numerous religious and civil goldsmiths' works. Lalique was not content with simply designing his models, but also founded a factory to produce them in large quantities, patenting several innovative glass manufacturing processes, and various technical effects such as "Lalique satin" or opalescent glass. Pieces by Lalique are preserved in prominent museums such as the Corning Museum of Glass and the Metropolitan Museum of Glass in New York, the Louvre and the Orsay Museum in Paris, among many others.
Lalique. France, second half of the 20th century.Pair of "Coq nain" radiator caps, original model ca.1940.Moulded and satin-finished glass.Signed "Lalique France" on the reverse of the base.Work reproduced in "Le Catalogue Raisonné del L'Ouvre en Verre de R. Lalique", by Felix Marcilhac, Les Editions de l'Amateur, Pag.498, nº1135, with photo.Measurements: 20,5 x 7 x 13 cm (each).Pair of cockerels of meticulous, descriptive and above all realistic treatment. Lalique pays special attention to the dynamism, immediacy and anatomical verisimilitude of the animals.The firm Lalique was originally founded by René Jules Lalique (1860-1945), one of the foremost glassmakers of the time, and one of the first to sculpt glass for large monumental works such as the fountains on the Champs Elysées. He enjoyed great renown thanks to his original creations of jewellery, perfume bottles, glasses, plates, etc., in the Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles. He trained with the Parisian jeweller Louis Aucoq, and then continued his studies at Sudenham Art College in London. The excellence of his creations and the taste he applied to his work earned him important commissions for the interior decoration of ships, trains such as the Orient Express, churches such as Saint-Nicasius in Reims, and numerous religious and civil goldsmiths' works. Lalique was not content with simply designing his models, but also founded a factory to produce them in large quantities, patenting several innovative glass manufacturing processes, and various technical effects such as "Lalique satin" or opalescent glass. Pieces by Lalique are preserved in prominent museums such as the Corning Museum of Glass and the Metropolitan Museum of Glass in New York, the Louvre and the Orsay Museum in Paris, among many others.
RENÉ LALIQUE (Ay, France, 1860 - Paris, 1945).Set of five "Coquilles 5" bowls. France, ca. 1925.Translucent and opalescent cut glass. Upper profile in silver.Signed on the base "R. Lalique -France nº 3204".Work reproduced in "Le Catalogue Raisonné del L'Ouvre en Verre de R. Lalique", by Felix Marcilhac, Les Editions de l'Amateur, Pag. 748, nº 3204.Measurements: 5.5 cm (height); 13.3 cm (diameter).Set of five acid-etched, moulded opalescent glass bowls, each decorated with four reticulated shells. They are an exceptional combination of translucent and opalescent glass, the latter in a shade of blue in keeping with the marine theme. Upper profile in silver.Lalique was originally founded by René Jules Lalique (1860 - 1945), one of the most prominent glassmakers of the time, and one of the first to sculpt glass for great monumental works such as the fountains on the Champs Elysées. He enjoyed great renown for his original creations of jewellery, perfume bottles, glasses, plates, etc., in the Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles. He trained with the Parisian jeweller Louis Aucoq, and then continued his studies at Sudenham Art College in London. The excellence of his creations and the taste he applied to his work earned him important commissions for the interior decoration of ships, trains such as the Orient Express, churches such as Saint-Nicasius in Reims, and numerous religious and civil goldsmiths' works. Lalique was not content with simply designing his models, but also founded a factory to produce them in large quantities, patenting several innovative glass manufacturing processes, and various technical effects such as "Lalique satin" or opalescent glass. Pieces by Lalique are preserved in prominent museums such as the Corning Museum of Glass and the Metropolitan Museum of Glass in New York, the Louvre and the Orsay Museum in Paris, among many others.
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