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Click here to subscribeCirca 19th century A.D. or later. Hollow-formed figure of Buddha seated on a dais wearing ankle-length robes secured at the waist with an elaborate sash; hair dressed and tied with a similar fastening; left hand raised, right hand resting. 620 grams, 14 cm (5 1/2 in.). From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. [No Reserve]
Charles I (1625-49), silver Halfcrown of Two Shillings and Sixpence, Nicholas Briot's second milled Issue (1638-39), armoured King on horseback left crowned holding sword with flowing sash, rough groundline, beaded circle and legend surrounding, initial mark anchor and B, CAROLVS. D:G. MAGN. BRITANN. FR. ET. HIB. REX., rev. inverted die axis, crowned quartered shield of arms in oval frame, crowned C and lozenge to left, crowned R and lozenge to right, beaded circle and legend surrounding, .CHRISTO. AVSPICE. REGNO., 15.07g (Brooker 724; N.2304; S.2858). Slight edge knock, a lustrous example especially to reverse side, almost extremely fine, rare, with corresponding Spink Numismatic Circular (June 1993, Volume CI, Number 5 item 3497).Nicholas Briot, the Engraver general to the mints of France, introduced his mechanised mill press to the Tower Mint in 1631. The milled issues were engraved to a very fine quality by Briot, like the coin offered here. Briot had gained the King's favour in 1626 a year after having moved to England, the King looking to improve the artistic merit of the nation's coinage, leading to Briot's official appointment as mint engraver in 1634.Provenance: Ex Spink Numismatic Circular, June 1993.
Deutsches Kaiserreich – Konvolut von u. a. Kleidungszubehör der Kaiserlichen und Württembergischen Armee Darunter: 1 x Preussen – Paradeschärpe; 1 x Württemberg – Epaulettes eines Leutnant des ehemaligen Dragoner-Regiments „Königin Olga“ (1. Württembergisches); 1 x Württemberg – Epaulettes für einen Angehörigen des Ulanen-Regiments sowie 2 x Feldbinden, darunter einmal die eines Offiziers. Des Weiteren: 1 x Württembergische Portepee für Offiziere sowie weitere Schulterklappen, Gürtel, Steigbügel etc. Erhaltungen verschieden.| German Empire - mixed lot of, among others, clothing accessories of the Imperial and Württemberg Army Including: 1 x Prussian - parade sash; 1 x Württemberg - epaulettes of a lieutenant of the former dragoon regiment "Königin Olga" (1st Württemberg); 1 x Württemberg - epaulettes for a member of the Uhlan regiment as well as 2 x field armbands, including one for an officer. In addition: 1 x Württemberg portepee for officers as well as further epaulettes, belts, stirrups etc. Various states of preservation.
A rare Gebruder Kuhnlenz 649 brown all-bisque boy doll in original clothes, German circa 1910, with fixed brown glass eyes, single stroke brows and closed mouth, short black wig, swivel head and jointed at shoulders and hips, wearing all original mustard velvet trousers, maroon and gold top with pink sash and hat, 4” (10cm) tall, (condition: excellent).
A miniature all original Simon & Halbig bisque head doll, German circa 1910, with weighted blue glass eyes, single stroke brows, open mouth with moulded upper teeth and long brown wig with blue bow, on a five piece composition body with painted shoes and socks, wearing a blue silk dress with lace trim and yellow sash, 5” (13cm) tall, (condition: excellent).
Collection of Dolls clothing, including light blue silk dress with patterned bodice, pleated skirt, ribbon sash and cream embroidered buttons and fur trimmed bonnet, dress 15” (38cm) long, together with a blue cotton summer dolls dress, white ribbed cotton shawl, bodice, two white cotton dolls dresses and a quantity of dolls underclothes including a striped flannel petticoat, white cotton slips, petticoats, bloomers and nightdresses, and seven children’s white cotton dresses, pinafore and coat, (lot).
A Simon & Halbig 1079 bisque head doll, German circa 1905, with weighted brown glass eyes, open mouth with upper teeth, pierced ears and original auburn wig, on a good fully jointed wood and composition body and wearing later red cotton dress with silk bodice, sash, bonnet, underclothes, socks and shoes, 18” (46cm) tall, (condition: excellent).
A large hard plastic ‘Winnie She walks! She talks!‘ doll in original box, 1950s, with sleeping green eyes, open mouth, teeth and tongue, blonde hair, wearing a blue dress with sash socks and shoes, clockwork movement causing doll to walk and head and arms to move, 24” (61cm) tall, (condition: eyes cloudy, walking movement good, talking mechanism needs attention).
TWO BOXES OF ASSORTED ITEMS, to include imitation pearl necklaces, beaded necklaces, arm cuffs, cufflinks, two boxes of ceramic flower brooches, two boxed 'Ronson' lighters, a boxed 'Win' Deluxe lighter, Masonic apron and sash, an incomplete canteen of cutlery, a grapefruit knife and spoon set, other boxed sets of cutlery, two boxed 'Stratton' compacts, a 'Stratton' Aide Memoir, two travel clocks, one signed 'Junghans', napkin ring, two quartz wristwatches, a quartz crystal etc
John Lucas (1807-1874) Portrait of Mrs Harvey, three quarter length, standing before a landscape, leaning on a balustrade and holding a book and a stylus Oil on canvas, 100cm by 85cm A mid-late 20th century lining and associated stretcher, fair tension and all keys present. Original tacking margins removed, visible from front at top and right where the canvas has dropped in frame. Some minor abrasion to the surface associated with this movement.A fine network of brittle age and impact cracks throughout, with less over the stretcher bars. Mostly stable, with some old minor losses associated with the cracking/old flaking. A few patches of more recent lifting and flaking to the top right (see images), where there are also larger losses and network of smaller losses all unfilled but retouched. Some minor drying cracks which have, like the brittle cracks been slightly widened during cleaning - evident in cuff and sash (see images). There is an old tear, one inch and L-shaped in the middle background to the left of the forehead. Elevated but appears stuck, partially retouched (see images). A partially retouched 1 inch loss unfilled to the top left and small, minor losses and abrasions scattered across the picture. Some discoloured brown blotches to the bottom of the dress.Some newer minor white scuffs top right corner and above the head. An old discoloured varnish with remnants of an older more yellow varnish in the troughs of the painting, leaving the painting patchy.In fair, mostly stable condition, with the face better preserved.Examined in frame
A Chinese robin's-egg glazed double gourd vase, Republic period (1912-1949), formed in three lobes set over a low conforming foot, wreathed by a sash fastened into an off-centre knotted ribbon suspending two flowing tassels, applied overall with a mottled turquoise-blue glaze with lavender tones,11.5cm highCondition ReportNo obvious faults.
Yokohagi Do Gusoku, neuzeitliche Sammleranfertigung im Stil der späten Edo-Periode Leichter einteiliger, schwarz lackierter Kabuto, der eine Zwölf-Platten-Konstruktion nachahmt, mit einteilig gegossenem Tehen Kanemono aus Messing und dreiteiligem Maedate, Shikoro aus vier Folgen. Mempo mit fest vernieteter Nase, Zahnreihen und eingenieteter Kinnplatte. Vierfach geschobenes Nodowa.Schwarz lackierter Do aus vernieteten und gehefteten Blechen, sechs anhängende Kusazuri aus je fünf einfachen Blechfolgen. Sechsfach geschobene Sode, Kote aus Metallplättchen und Kettenringen auf polychrom gemusterter Seide. Haidate mit Auflage aus Kozane-artigen Eisenplättchen. Dazu die en suite gearbeiteten Suneate sowie eine gepolsterte Schärpe. In einfacher Aufbewahrungskiste (Deckel fehlt). A yokohagi do gusoku, modern collector's replica in the style of the late Edo period A yokohagi do gusoku, modern collector's replica in the style of the late Edo periodA lightweight, one-piece, black lacquered kabuto imitating a twelve-plate construction with brass tehen kanemono cast in one piece and three-piece maedate, four-tiered shikoro. Mempo with nose, teeth, and chin plate riveted to the mask. Four-tiered nodowa.Black lacquered do comprised of riveted and tacked metal sheets, six tassets of simple five-tiered kusazuri. Six-tiered sode, kote of small metal plates and mail on polychrome silk. Haidate with an application of small kozane-like iron plates. With an en-suite worked suneate and padded sash. In a simple armour box (cover missing).Condition: II
A FINE COPPER ALLOY FIGURE OF PADMAPANI, 18TH CENTURY. Heavily and finely cast figure standing on a lotus base holding a lotus stem leading up to his left shoulder, wearing a dhoti incised with floral scrolls and secured with tied sash. The crown, necklace, armlets and belt inlaid with turquoise, coral and possibly carnelian stones. 40.5cm tall. Weight 5010 grams.Provenance: From a private local Bath collectionSome stone inserts missing in places. Minor wear in places with no signs of damage or repairs.
A vintage handmade woollen cape approx up to 40" chest, possibly Welsh having a multicoloured zig-zag design with additional bobble decoration throughout together with a 1980's Diane Fres floral 2-piece outfit with tassel neck fastening and side sash fastening to the blouse and a fine pleated skirt with elastic waistband, 40" chest. Location:RailIf there is no condition report shown, please request
Masonic Regalia, including five hooded cloaks bearing Maltese Cross and Knights Templar Cross, of a member of the 31st Degree, including a full length robe, a sash with the medallion of 31, black leather gauntlets two hats, two swords and a sword belt, all contained in a long brown suitcase and hold all.
A LARGE PAIR OF FAMILLE ROSE IMMORTALS AND STANDS19th centuryEach standing and dressed in elaborately decorated robes, with a decorative pendent sash to the front, the arms held out to the front, variously holding a fan and peach spray, with separate stands decorated with archaistic dragon designs on yellow grounds, within blue enamelled key fret borders. The tallest figure 50cm (19 5/8in) high. The stands 10cm (4in) high. (4).Footnotes:十九世紀 粉彩人物像及底座 一對Property from a European Private CollectionFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
AN ORDER OF THE BRILLIANT STARRepublic of China, awarded 17th September 1988 to Albert Allen Sealey, numbered 719, comprising a large medal with sash and ribbon, 9cm wide, a medium medal, 7.3cm wide, and a small medal, 2cm wide, all in silver gilt with red, white, cyan blue and navy blue enamels, inscribed with Chinese characters to the reverse; together with a further badge, cased
A 19th century wax relief portrait of Horatio Nelson, the right-facing profile in uniform with sash, epaulette finished in colour, mounted on a brown background within a circular frame. This lot includes another 19th century wax relief portrait of Admiral of the Fleet Richard Howe, the right-facing profile, uniform and epaulette finished in colour, mounted on a brown back within a circular frame. -
Orden der Eisernen Krone 1. Klasse mit Kriegsdekoration Buntmetall, vergoldet, beidseitig emailliert, an den Pendilien die Sternchenpunze und an der Öse der Herstellername "C. F. Rothe". Dazu das Schärpenband aus gewässertem Seidenrips, goldgelb mit dunkelblauer Einfassung (Außenseite etwas ausgeblichen), komplett mit Rosette (darunter der lange Bandring mit weißem Perldekor). Breite des Kleinods 45 mm, Gewicht 36 g. Gesamtlänge des Bandes 80 cm, Breite 10,5 cm. Emaille minimal gechipt oder verkratzt, Trage- und Altersspuren. Sehr selten und gut erhalten. An Order of the Iron Crown 1st Class with war decoration An Order of the Iron Crown 1st Class with war decorationNon-ferrous metal, gilt, enamelled on both sides, the star hallmark on the pendilia and the manufacturer's name "C. F. Rothe" on the loop. Also comes with the sash ribbon of watered, ribbed silk, golden yellow with a dark blue edge (the outside somewhat faded), complete with rosette (below which the long suspension ring with white pearl décor). Width of the badge 45 mm, weight 36 g. Total length of the ribbon 80 cm, width 10.5 cm. The enamel with minor chips or scratches, signs of age and wear. Extremely rare find in good condition.Condition: II
Wilhelm Freiherr von Leonrod - Großkreuzsatz mit Schwertern am Ring und Brillanten des bulgarischen St.-Alexander-Ordens, im Verleihungsetui, mit Überkarton In Gold gefertigtes Ordenskreuz aus der Regierungszeit Zar Ferdinands I. (1861 - 1948) von 1908 bis 1918, weiß und transluzid rot emailliert. Das rote Zentrum mit der altkyrillischen Inschrift "St. Alexander" von Brillantrosen (in Silber gefasst) umgeben, der Schriftreif "Gott mit Uns" und die Zieragraffe mit à jour-gefassten Brillantrosen eingefasst bzw. besetzt. Die aus vergoldetem Silber gefertigte Kronenüberhöhung des eckigen Typs (ab der Ausrufung zum Königreich (Zarentum) 1908) rückseitig emailliert (Kronreif zusätzlich grün), im Avers mit Steinbesatz (Altschliff-Diamanten, Brillantrosen), im Kronreif zusätzlich Saphire und Rubine, meist à jour-gefasst. Die Kronenhaube im Inneren beidseitig handziseliert und transluzid emailliert. Als bewegliches Verbindungsglied zum Kreuzkörper das flach gekreuzte Schwerterpaar (mehrteilige Parierstangen) in Ringbindung (rückseitig Revisions-Scharnieröffnung) aus vergoldetem Silber, gänzlich mit à jour-gefassten Altschliff-Diamanten besetzt. Der Bandring (wohl Gold) inseitig mit der Herstellerangabe "C. F. ZIMMERMANN HOFJUWELIER PFORZHEIM" gepunzt. Breite 51,8 mm. Gewicht 49,1g. Der achtstrahlige Bruststern komplett (jeder Strahl) mit Altschliff-Diamanten in à jour-Fassung besetzt, die Rückseite vergoldet, an Nadel mit der Herstellerangabe "C. F. ZIMMERMANN HOFJUWELIER PFORZHEIM". Das weiß und transluzid rot emaillierte Medaillon außen von Altschliff-Diamanten, innen von Brillantrosen umgeben, das gekreuzte Schwerterpaar in Gold gefertigt und mittels dreier Hohlnieten am Sternkörper befestigt. Breite 91,5 mm. Gewicht 74,4 g. Zusammen mit der hellroten, mit Rosette konfektionierten Ordensschärpe im weinroten Samt-Verleihungsetui mit aufgelegter, teilemaillierter Zarenkrone aus vergoldetem Silber und im weißen, goldbedruckten (u.a. mit bekrönter Initiale Zar Ferdinands I.) Überkarton (kleine Einrisse der Deckelkanten). Prachtvolles, in höchster Juwelierskunst geschaffenes Ordens-Ensemble!Die Verleihung der Schwerter am Ring zum bulgarischen Alexander-Orden war ab 1886 möglich. Ausgezeichnet wurden Offiziere in Kriegszeiten, die nicht unmittelbar vor dem Feind standen. Verleihungen "in Brillanten" erfolgten aufgrund besonderen Wohlwollens des Zaren (vgl. Bretzendorfer/Kuhn 2008).Leider sind uns keine dezidierten Verleihungszahlen der bulgarischen Ordensgrade überliefert. Es handelt sich bei dieser hervorragenden Ordensgarnitur um die einzige uns in dieser Ausführung bekannte!Wilhelm Freiherr von Leonrod (1865 - 1943) war während des 1. Weltkriegs als Obersthofmeister des letzten bayerischen Königs im Zentrum der Macht. Insgesamt wurden ihm 15 Großkreuzsätze verliehen. Wilhelm Freiherr von Leonrod – a Grand Cross set with Diamonds and Swords on the Ring of the Bulgarian Order of St. Alexander in the presentation case, including the outer box Wilhelm Freiherr von Leonrod – a Grand Cross set with Diamonds and Swords on the Ring of the Bulgarian Order of St. Alexander in the presentation case, including the outer boxWrought in gold and enamelled in white and translucent red, the order cross dates from the reign of Tsar Ferdinand I (1861 – 1948) from 1908 to 1918. The red centre inscribed "St. Alexander" in ancient Cyrillic, surrounded by diamond roses (in a silver setting), the inscription ring reads (tr.) "God with us" and the decorative riband buckle with diamond roses set à jour. The angular-type crown surmounting made of gilt silver, issued when Bulgaria was proclaimed a Kingdom (Tsardom) in 1908, enamelled on the reverse (the circlet also in green enamel), the obverse embellished with gemstones (old-cut diamonds, diamond roses), plus sapphires and rubies in the circlet, most set à jour. The cap of the crown hand-chased on both sides of the interior and covered in translucent enamel. The flat, crossed pair of swords (with multi-piece quillons) serve as the movable connecting element to the body of the cross in a gilt silver ring binding (a hinged inspection opening on the back), completely covered with old-cut diamonds, set à jour. The suspension ring, presumably gold, stamped on the inside with the manufacturer "C. F. ZIMMERMANN HOFJUWELIER PFORZHEIM". Width 51.8 mm. Weight 49.1 g. Each ray of the eight-rayed breast star encrusted with old-cut diamonds, set à jour, the reverse gilt, an a pin stamped with the manufacturer "C. F. ZIMMERMANN HOFJUWELIER PFORZHEIM". The medallion enamelled in white and translucent red, enclosed by a border of old-cut diamonds on the outside and diamond roses on the inside, the crossed pair of gold swords fastened to the body of the star with three hollow rivets. Width 91.5 mm. Weight 74.4 g.Together with the pale red order sash, customised with a rosette, in the presentation case of burgundy velvet, with an appliquéd, partly-enamelled tsarist crown in gilt silver and in the white, gold-embossed outer box (including the crowned initials of Tsar Ferdinand I), the edges of the lid slightly torn. A magnificent order set, wrought with consummate jeweller's craftsmanship.The Swords on the Ring distinction was introduced for the Bulgarian Order of St Alexander as of 1886. It was designed to honour officers in times of war who did not encounter the enemy directly. The "Diamonds" were awarded as a token of the tsar's exceptional goodwill (see Bretzendorfer/Kuhn 2008).Unfortunately, no reliable records are available on the number of bestowals of the Bulgarian order grade. To our knowledge, this brilliant order set is the only one of this issue in existence.Wilhelm Freiherr von Leonrod (1865 - 1943), Lord Chamberlain to the last Bavarian King, was in the centre of power during World War I. In total, he was awarded 15 Grand Cross sets.Condition: I -
Schärpe zur 1. Klasse des Ordens der Eisernen Krone Gewässerter Seidenrips, goldgelb mit dunkelblauer Einfassung. Ohne Rosette. Trage- und Altersspuren. Gesamtlänge 79 cm, Breite des Bandes 10 cm. Späte Fertigung. A 1st class sash of the Order of the Iron Crown A 1st class sash of the Order of the Iron CrownGewässerter Seidenrips, goldgelb mit dunkelblauer Einfassung. Ohne Rosette. Trage- und Altersspuren. Gesamtlänge 79 cm, Breite des Bandes 10 cm. Späte Fertigung.Condition: II
Order of St Lazarus green enamelled and gilt breast badge, Dia.8.7cm, and sash badge, both in a Toye, Kenning & Spencer Ltd. case; Pour Le Merite green enamelled and gilt tint breast badge, Dia.8.7cm, and sash jewel, both cased; Order of St. Stanislas 25th Anniversary 1979-2004 medal, 3 gilt medals, Basketmaker's Steward Club silver medal, 1979, awarded to Richard Vardy, 2005, cased, and 7 miniature medals, etc. (a lot)
SETTEI: A VERY FINE MINIATURE WOOD NETSUKE OF BENTEN HOLDING A BIWABy Settei (Setsutei), signed Settei 雪亭 and kakihanJapan, Echizen province, second half of 19th centuryExquisitely carved, the Goddess of Music standing with her voluminous robes falling in elegant folds, gripping a biwa with both hands. The goddess' expression is pleased, her lips forming a calm smile, her eyes minutely detailed, and her hair finely arranged. The well-toned wood attractively stained. Subtle himotoshi beneath the sash draped across her back. Signed to the base of her robes SETTEI and kakihan.HEIGHT 3.8 cmCondition: Very good condition with only minor wear.Provenance: Ex-collection Irene Segeler, Zurich. Irene Segeler specialized in collecting tiny children's netsuke, acquiring over 80 examples, which is quite remarkable as they are exceptionally rare. A few pieces from her collection are illustrated in Children's Netsuke (2001), The International Netsuke Society Journal (INSJ), vol. 21, no. 2, pp. 26-30.Settei, also known as Setsutei, was a pupil of the famous Hokkyo Shima Sessai (1820-1879) who served the lord of the Echizen clan.Museum comparison:Netsuke by Settei are rare, however interestingly the Metropolitan Museum of Art (The MET) houses four further lucky gods by this artist in their collection, likely belonging to the same set as the present netsuke, each bearing the same kakihan and each measuring 3.8 cm high. See the Metropolitan Museum of Art accession nos. 10.211.1963, 10.211.1967, 10.211.1969 & 10.211.1970.
A REMARKABLE AND EARLY WOOD NETSUKE OF A SLEEPING ACTORUnsignedJapan, 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868)A large and remarkably bold wood netsuke depicting a man, likely an actor or performer, dressed in a loose, well-carved kimono, his body hunched down over a cushion and resting his head and hands on a folded fan. His expression is superbly crafted, clearly worn-out and tired from his craft; a sagemono set including a gourd netsuke, ojime and inro is hung from his obi (sash). The well-worn wood bearing a superb, unctuous patina. Very large and asymmetrical himotoshi to the underside.LENGTH 4.3 cmCondition: Good condition. A few age cracks, surface scratches and tiny nicks here and there.Provenance: From the collection of Dr. Ferdinand and Dr. Gudrun Thaler-Szulyovsky, and thence by descent in the same family. The couple, who had both been practicing law, met in 1967 through their mutual passion for art. Together they built a substantial and diverse art collection over many decades.
A POWERFUL WOOD NETSUKE OF KAN'U WITH HIS HALBERDUnsignedJapan, late 18th to early 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)Boldly carved, the God of War standing holding his halberd in one hand, its blade issuing from a stylized dragon's mouth, pensively stroking his long beard with his other hand. His robes detailed with incised tiger skin stripes, tied at the waist by a sash with a central lion mask ornament. Generously excavated himotoshi to the back. The well-toned wood bearing a good patina.HEIGHT 7.8 cmCondition: Very good condition with only minor wear, small chip to the halberd's handle smoothened over time.
OZAKI KOKUSAI: A SUPERB ANTLER OBI-HASAMI NETSUKE DEPICTING A SHISHI-HEADED MONSTERBy Ozaki Kokusai (1835-1892), signed with the anchor seal of Kokusai which is heavily worn Japan, Shiba, Tokyo, c. 1860-1880The obi-hasami netsuke (made to be inserted into the obi/sash) carved as a peculiar mythical beast standing upright with long and slender anthropomorphic feet opening in the middle and joining at the bottom forming curls and two short upturned 'handle' arms. The head is carved as a stylized shishi with a curling mane and bushy brows, a reishi nose, inlaid eyes, and a grim expression. Two apertures at the corners of the mouth house a silk cord to which a small bone seal and a metal seal paste container is attached. The antler stained to an attractive caramel tone.HEIGHT 10.9 cmCondition: Excellent condition, few natural 'flaws' to the material as are to be expected.Provenance: Alain Ducros, Paris, October 1987. Ex-collection Guy de Lasteyrie, acquired from the above. De Lasteyrie is a member of the Lasteyrie du Saillant family and is considered among the leading French collectors of netsuke.The seal face of the carved miniature bone seal reads: Teraoka 寺岡, a common Japanese family name, indicating that this seal was for personal use. Literature comparison: Compare a closely related obi-hasami netsuke, also unsigned, in Eskenazi (1998) Japanese Netsuke, Ojime and Inro from a Private European Collection, p. 158-159, no. 194. Also compare a closely related obi-hasami netsuke by Ozaki Kokusai in Sydney L. Moss Ltd. (2016) Kokusai the Genius: and Stag-antler Carving in Japan, vol. II, pp. 258-259, no. 219. Also compare a closely related obi-hasami netsuke by Ozaki Kokusai, particularly note the similarily stylized features of the head, in Sydney L. Moss Ltd. (2016) Kokusai the Genius: and Stag-antler Carving in Japan, vol. II, pp. 254-255, no. 217.Auction comparison:Compare a related antler obi-hasami netsuke by Ozaki Kokusai at Bonhams, The Bluette H. Kirchhoff Collection of Netsuke and Sagemono, 16 September 2009, New York, lot 2035 (sold for USD 36,600).
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