PANNEAU DOUBLE KUBA/SHOOWARépublique Démocratique du CongoRaphia. 147.5cm (57 7/8in) x 38.5cm (15 1/8in).Footnotes:Provenance:Robert Rousset, Paris (1901-1981)Jean-Pierre Rousset, Paris (1936-2021) La surface est richement ornée de motifs géométriques traditionnels exécutés suivant la technique dite des « velours du Kasaï ». Ce type d'étoffe de prestige était destiné à de multiples fonctions telles que tapis de siège, ou de sol, ou encore de dot ou de linceul.A DOUBLE KUBA/SHOOWA RAFFIA PANEL Democratic Republic of CongoThe surface is richly decorated with traditional geometric patterns executed in the so-called 'Kasai velvet' technique. This type of prestigious fabric was intended for multiple functions such as seat or floor mats or as bridal dowry or shroud.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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RARE PAIRE DE FAUTEUILS EN HUANGHUALI, NANGUANMAOYIXVIIe/XVIIIe siècle A RARE PAIR OF HUANGHUALI 'SOUTHERN OFFICIAL HAT' ARMCHAIRS, NANGUANMAOYI17th/18th centuryEach armchair generously proportioned with a well-figured rectangular S-shaped backsplat centred with a reticulated panel enclosing two entwined flowers, flanked by curved corner posts which extend through the rectangular seat frame enclosing a hard mat seat, the outcurved arms supported by tapering side posts and recessed front posts joined by a plain apron, the feet joined by the footrest. 104cm (41in) high x 56cm (22in) wide x 43.5cm (17 1/8in) deep. (2).Footnotes:Provenance: Jean-Pierre Rousset, Paris (1936-2021), acquired in the 1980's Displaying restrained lines and generous yet balanced statuesque proportions and enhanced by the rich lustre of the huanghuali honey-tone wood, the present pair of armchairs embodies the search for simplicity through the beauty and elegance of form, quintessential embodiments of the Ming and early Qing dynasty timeless aesthetic. The master carver allowed only one adornment - the openwork cartouche at the back of each of the backsplats displaying an intertwined blossom converging to form the shape of a lingzhi fungus, symbolic of long life. The 'Southern official's hat' armchair is one of the most prestigious forms of Chinese furniture. Whereas many armchairs of this form feature thick members and rigid lines, the present pair, displaying slender and elegant curves, has a most refined aesthetic, and represents among the most graceful examples of this design. The entirely uncarved surfaces, accentuated by the elegant beading focuses the beholder on the beauty in form and material. This particular design of nanguanmaoyi chairs differs from the 'official's hat' armchair guanmaoyi in that the crestrails continue into the back posts, as opposed to extending horizontally beyond them. In addition, creating the continuous line of the crestrail joining into the rear upright posts is achieved by a rounded, right-angle joint called a 'pipe-joint,' which is also used to join the curved arms to the front posts. Discussing the origin of this form, Robert Jacobsen and Nicholas Grindley refer to bent bamboo construction, popular in the Song and Ming dynasties, as a possible inspiration for the continuous top and arm rails which is a principal feature of 'Southern official's hat' armchairs. An illustration from the 'Legend of the Jade Hairpin' Yuzan Ji, dated circa 1570, depicts a pair of speckled-bamboo tall-back chairs with continuous crestrails; and see also a pair of related huanghuali 'Southern official's hat' armchairs, early 17th century, of similar proportions as the present lot, illustrated by R.Jacobsen and N.Grindley, Classical Chinese Furniture in the Minneapolis Institute of Arts, Minneapolis, 1999, pp.52-53.An extremely fine and rare huanghuali low back continuous yokeback armchair, nanguanmaoyi, 17th century, was sold at Bonhams London, 13 May 2021, lot 24. See also a related pair of huanghuali official's hat armchairs, guanmaoyi, 17th/18th century, from the collection of Robert Hatfield Ellsworth, which was sold at Christie's New York, 18 March 2015, lot 106.Ces fauteuils aux lignes sobres et aux majestueuses proportions (généreuses mais équilibrées) mises en valeur par la patine chaude du bois de huanghuali couleur miel, reflètent la quête de simplicité à travers la beauté et l'élégance de la forme, incarnation par excellence de l'esthétique intemporelle de la dynastie Ming. L'ébéniste ne s'est permis qu'un seul ornement – le médaillon ajouré sur chaque dossier montrant des fleurs entrelacées qui créent ensemble la forme d'un champignon lingzhi, symbole de longue vie. Le fauteuil à dossier « en bonnet de lettré du sud » est une des formes les plus prestigieuses du mobilier chinois. Alors que nombre de fauteuils de ce type montrent des montants épais et des lignes rigides, cette paire présente des courbes élancées et élégantes à l'esthétique raffinée, et est un des plus beaux exemples de ce modèle. La surface quasiment sans décor, accentuée par les moulures élégantes, concentre l'attention du spectateur sur la beauté du matériau et de la forme.Ce modèle particulier de fauteuil, nanguanmaoyi, diffère des fauteuils « en bonnet de lettré » guanmaoyi en ce que la traverse supérieure se prolonge dans les montants du dossier, au lieu de se prolonger horizontalement au-delà d'eux. La création de cette ligne continue faite de la traverse supérieure rejoignant les montants arrière du fauteuil est permise par l'utilisation d'un joint coudé en tuyau, qui est aussi utilisé à cet effet pour joindre l'extrémité des accotoirs et leur montant avant.Au sujet de l'origine de cette forme, Robert Jacobsen et Nicholas Grindley mentionnent la construction en bambou recourbé, appréciée sous les dynasties Song et Ming, comme une possible inspiration pour la ligne ininterrompue du dossier et des accotoirs, qui est un des traits principaux des fauteuils « en bonnet de lettré du sud ». Une illustration de la Légende de l'épingle à cheveux en jade (Yuzan ji), daté d'environ 1570, représente une paire de chaises à haut dossier en bambou tacheté avec ces traverses et montants continus ; voir aussi une paire de fauteuils proches en huanghuali « en bonnet de lettré du sud », du début du XVIIe siècle, aux proportions similaires à ceux présentés ici, illustrée dans R. Jacobsen et N. Grindley, Classical Chinese Furniture in the Minneapolis Institute of Arts, Minneapolis, 1999, pp.52-53.Un très beau et rare fauteuil en huanghuali à dossier bas continu, nanguanmaoyi, XVIIe siècle, a été vendu chez Bonhams à Londres le 13 mai 2021, lot 24. Voir également une paire comparable de fauteuils en huanghuali « en bonnet de lettré » guanmaoyi, XVIIe/XVIIIe siècle, de la collection de Robert Hatfield Ellsworth, vendu chez Christie's New York, le 18 mars 2015, lot 106.十七/十八世紀 黃花梨南官帽椅一對來源：巴黎Jean-Pierre Rousset（1936-2021）舊藏，於二十世紀八十年代入藏此對南官帽椅以紋理細緻亮澤如蜜之黃花梨材質表現簡潔造型，將明代及清代早期的簡練、純粹美學體現無遺。全椅光素，唯椅背上透雕纏枝花交織成象徵長壽的靈芝紋樣，可見雕工之匠心。作為中國古典家具中最負盛名的形式之一， 南官帽椅通常以其厚重構件及硬朗線條為人所知。但... This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: YY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
VAJRA EN ALLIAGE DE CUIVRE DORÉTibet, XIVe/XVe siècleA RARE GILT COPPER ALLOY VAJRATibet, 14th/15th centuryFinely and heavily cast with nine prongs with detailed makara heads and a central knop grip. 19.5cm (7 5/8in) long.Footnotes:Provenance:Jean-Pierre Rousset, Paris (1936-2021), acquired in the 1970'sReferred to within the name of Shakyamuni's seat of enlightenment (vajrasana), this vajra symbolizes the immutable quality of the spiritual truth Shakyamuni unveiled. Used as ritual implement in Tibet, it is cast with five-prongs, four of them turned inwards on the central prong. The style of this vajra derives from early Ming imperial workshops of the 15th century, but is more finely cast with elaborate treatment of the makara heads who disgorge swirling scrolls that support each prong. The orientation of the makara faces on the outside of the prong shafts is variance that is not clearly defined, but the composition is a clear sign of gifted artists working during the highpoint of Tibetan art in Central Tibet. Compare with closely related example from the Gene Smith Collection (HAR#73050) and others sold at Christie's New York, 22 March 2013, lot 1253, and Bonhams Hong Kong, 2 October 2018, lot 120.西藏 十四/十五世紀 鎏金銅金剛杵來源：巴黎Jean-Pierre Rousset（1936-2021）舊藏，得自二十世紀七十年代For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A 2014 MERCEDES SLK250 CDi BLUE EFFICIENCY CONVERTIBLE SPORTS CAR in White, with 2143cc Diesel engine, Automatic gearbox, first Registered 30-06-2014 under number LS14 YCC, MOT until 03-10-2023, Mileage shown 65861, V5C present showing 3 previous owners, one key fob, black leather interior, electric windows and coupe roof,. Condition is excellent some minor crazing to leather seat, no apparent scratches or dents to bodywork.
A 20TH CENTURY OAK FOUR TIER OPEN BOOKCASE, width 106cm x depth 23cm x height 103cm, another open bookcase, a three tier oak tea trolley, another tea trolley, an oak nest of three tables, etc. (condition - surface marks and stains to nest, losses to one bookcase, other imperfections to all other items) along with a selection of various stools and chairs, to include a white painted wicker chair , a pair of chairs, one has been painted white, a white painted spindle back chair, a stool with metal legs, an elm seat stool, and four other stools (condition - surface marks, scratches, loss to paint, and other imperfections) (16)
A MODERN LARGE OAK EXTENDING DINING TABLE standing on block legs, two extension leaves and six matching Oak chairs with blue and maroon seat cushions extended length 241cm x closed 180cm x depth 105cm and height 78cm (Condition:- is very good, no scratches or dents, chairs appear to sturdy) (9)
A MID 20th CENTURY RED LEATHER BUTTON BACK SOFA with a mahogany frame, turned legs to front, scrolled arms (condition:- hole to leather seat and missing button, arms loose and missing casters) and a red leather button back winged arm chair with block legs and H stretchered base (condition:- some leather losses and rips) (2)
A PAIR OF EARLY EKORNES STRESSLESS ALPHA CHAIRS with light brown leather upholstery, chromed tubular metal legs, badged to base of seat along with two matching footstools, width 81cm x height 100cm (Condition:- Very good apart from discoloration to arm rests, some crazing to leather piping on seat front and to one of the stools)
Mid-19th century rosewood framed settee, double spoon open back, carved detail, upholstered seat and back rail, on castorsDimensions: Height: 82cm Length/Width: 160cm Depth/Diameter: 62cmCondition Report:Good overall condition, structurally sound, fabric in good condition - some ribbon is loose, may benefit from updating the cover, ready to house
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