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Lot 392

Two 18ct and platinum diamond set rings, a millgrain set three stone and an illusion set solitaire, total weight 4.1g, S/D. (2)

Lot 426

An early 20th Century platinum diamond solitaire ring, old cut claw set stone, weight approximately 0.40ct, flanked with three stones to each shoulder, weight 3.7, ring size O.

Lot 434

An 18ct wedding of plain form, weight 9g, ring size O, with a gilt metal stone set ring. (2)

Lot 633

An early 20th Century 9ct sapphire and seed pearl three stone bar brooch, weight 2g, with a silver shield shaped Aesthetic period brooch with engraved foliate designs, dated 1890. (2)

Lot 65

A pair of 19th Century German stoneware jardiniere and pedestal stands, each jardiniere of campana form with bands of classical decoration in tones of blue and brown against a stone ground, the pedestals in similar colours with moulded lion and rams heads, unmarked other than impressed numbers, possibly Mettlach, total height 121cm, S/D.

Lot 652

A platinum set single stone ruby ring, oval collar set stone, weight approximately 1.50ct, total weight 7g, later unmarked shank.

Lot 78

A 19th Century Minton blue and white Claremont pattern foot bath of two handled oblong shape, printed Claremont Stone China, length 50cm.

Lot 795

A WSI 9391 1:50 scale Van Der Veen DAF XF 95 with Stone Trailer, boxed.

Lot 105

A 9ct bracelet comprising fancy links and padlock clasp, 9ct gold signet ring, initiated A.J, size U1/2, combined weight approx 13.5gms, a 9ct gold stone set dress ring, size P, total gross weight approx 1.8gms and a pearl set Victorian 15ct stick pin with 9ct gold pin, weight approx 1.1gms and a silver ingot on a plated white metal chain (1 bag) Further details: wear and tear commensurate with age 

Lot 108

An early 20th century silver Albert link graduated chain, each link marked. T bar and swivel clasp fastener, length approx 37cm, suspending a swivel fob set with carnelian and blood stone (cracked)  total gross weight approx 129.5gms along with a Ansley China floral brooch (1 bag)Further details: good links intact, some tarnish and wear and tear crack to bloodstone, commensurate with age , 

Lot 137

4 reconstituted stone plant pots

Lot 138

4 reconstituted stone plant pots

Lot 139

2 reconstituted stone urn planters

Lot 150

Galvanized buckets, urn planter & 2 reconstituted stone plant pots

Lot 276

Hard stone & metal umbrella rack with umbrellas & walking sticks along with a decorative desk lamp

Lot 286

Hard stone sculpture of the female body, mid century ceramic male torso & other items

Lot 3

Collection of reconstituted stone & concrete planters & pots to include an urn

Lot 34

Collection of glazed, terracotta & reconstituted stone plant pots

Lot 46

Large decorative reconstituted stone urn

Lot 47

Pair of reconstituted stone urns on bases

Lot 52

Large decorative reconstituted stone plant pot

Lot 56

Reconstituted stone statue of David

Lot 1467

Ständer mit "Dream-Stone". Quadratische Platte, re. o. mit kalligraphischer Sign. Im geschnitzten Ständer aus Hartholz. China, späte Qing-Periode. 59,5x 47x 20 cm.

Lot 322

Lombardischer Maler aus dem Leonardo-Schülerkreis von Salai, eigentlich „Gian Giacomo Caprotti“, um 1480 Mailand – 1524 Maria MagdalenaÖl auf Holz.70 x 50,5 cm.Rahmen im Renaissance-Stil.Der hier genannte Maler Salai stand in engstem Kreis des Leonardo da Vinci. Nur wenige Gemälde sind für seine Hand gesichert, was Zuschreibungen erschwert oder nahezu unmöglich macht. Sein Malstil hält sich generell an den Leonardos, wie das für viele weitere Maler dieser Zeit zu beobachten ist. Salai, Sohn des Weinpächters der Güter Leonardos, soll bereits 10-jährig in dessen Atelier gekommen sein, vor allem seines schönen Aussehens und seiner Locken wegen. So stand er alsbald Modell für mehrere Werke Leonardos. Salai begleitete den Meister auf seinen Reisen und stand gerüchtegemäß in engerer als nur Schülerbeziehung. Bereits Vasari, der berühmte Künstlerbiograf der Renaissance, erwähnte die These, der Name „Mona Lisa“ sei ein Anagramm zu Leonardos „Mon Salai“.Das Gemälde weist, wie viele der lombardischen Maler im Kreis um und nach Leonardo, auch dessen entsprechende stilistischen Merkmale auf. Die Heilige ist im Dreiviertelbildnis gegeben, steht nach rechts an einem Felsentisch und hält die Arme vor der Brust überkreuzt, während ihr langes Lockenhaar die übrige Nacktheit bedeckt. Der Blick ist aufwärts gerichtet, jedoch - wie auch bei Werken Leonardos - in nicht eindeutiger Weise. Auf dem Stein das grausilberne Salbgefäß. Gerade die auffallende Betonung der Lockenpracht mag als Indiz für den Zusammenhang mit Salais eigenem Erscheinungsbild zu sehen sein. A.R. (13307033) (11)School of Lombardy, from the circle of students of Leonardo from Salaì,also known as “Gian Giacomo Caprotti”,ca. 1480 Milan – 1524SAINT MARY MAGDALENE Oil on panel.70 x 50.5 cm.Salaì was part of the closest circle of Leonardo da Vinci. As only a few of his paintings are assured to be by his hand it is difficult or nearly impossible to make attributions. His style of painting generally adheres to Leonardos, as is the case for many other painters of this time. Salaì, the son of the vineyard tenant of Leonardo’s estate, is said to have come to Leonardo’s workshop aged ten, mainly due to his beautiful looks and his curls. He soon became the model for several of Leonardo’s works. Salaì accompanied the master on his travels and was rumoured to have a closer relationship than just being an apprentice. Vasari, the famous artist biographer of the Renaissance, already suggested that the name Mona Lisa is an anagram of Leonardo’s “Mon Salaì”. Like many of the Lombard painters in the circle around and after Leonardo, this painting also shows corresponding stylistic characteristics. The saint is shown in three-quarter length portrait, standing to the right at a rock table, her arms crossed in front of her chest, while her long, curly hair covers the rest of her nudity. Her gaze is directed upwards, but – as in Leonardo’s works – in an ambiguous way. Her attributive grey-silver jar of ointment is placed on a stone. The striking emphasis on the magnificent curls may indicate of the connection with Salaì's own appearance.

Lot 373

Johannes Lingelbach, 1622 Frankfurt am Main – 1674 AmsterdamHafenszene in LivornoÖl auf Leinwand. Doubliert.103,8 x 92,1 cm.Links unten auf der Steinplatte signiert.In mit Bandfries verziertem Holzrahmen.Das sommerliche Capriccio zeigt den Hafen von Livorno und rechts eine Skulpturengruppe, die Teil des Monumento dei Quattro Mori ist. Es ist eines der Wahrzeichen von Livorno und steht am Hafeneingang der Stadt, sodass es anlandende Besucher und Reisende an die Macht des Großherzogs erinnern konnte, denn in der Mitte erhebt sich die von Giovanni Bandini entworfene Statue des Ferdinand I de Medici, Gründer von Livorno und Großherzog der Toskana von 1587-1609. Die Maurenfiguren in Bronze hingegen wurden 1626 von Pietro Tacca hinzugefügt, für die er in einem Gefängnis Häftlinge aussuchte, die ihm als Modell dienten. Lingelbach zog bereits mit 12 Jahren zusammen mit seinen Eltern von Frankfurt nach Amsterdam, wo er zum wichtigsten „niederländischen“ Maler für Italienische Szenen avancierte. Mit 20 Jahren, 1642, zog er nach Paris und darauffolgend nach Rom. 1650 kehrte er nach Amsterdam zurück.Anmerkung:Im Frankfurter Städel Museum wird ein Gemälde von Lingelbach verwahrt, das besonders des links am Bildrand anlandenden Schiffes besonders ähnlich ist. Dieses ist signiert „I: LINGELBACH/FECIT.1669“. (13306411) (1) (13)Johannes Lingelbach, 1622 Frankfurt am Main – 1674 AmsterdamPORT OF LIVORNOOil on canvas. Relined.103.8 x 92.1 cm.Signed on stone slab lower left.This summery capriccio shows the Port of Livorno and a sculptural group to the right, which is part of the Monumento dei Quattro Mori.Notes:The docking ship on the left margin is similar to a painting by Lingelbach held at the Städel Museum in Frankfurt, which is signed “I: LINGELBACH/FECIT.1669”.

Lot 384

Giuseppe Zocchi, 1711 Florenz – 1767 ebendaBlick auf MantuaÖl auf Leinwand. Doubliert.50 x 72,5 cm.Verso diverse Aufkleber sowie zwei italienische Ausfuhr-Gummistempel.Entgegen der bisherigen Meinung, es handle sich bei dem vorliegenden Gemälde lediglich um ein „Capriccio mit Brücke“, darf festgestellt werden, dass der Maler hier eine Vedute von Mantua geschaffen hat. Das mittelalterliche, in Ziegelmauerwerk aufgeführte Kastell mit vier quadratischen Ecktürmen, von denen einer höher zieht, beherrscht das Bildzentrum. Links davon die im 18. Jahrhundert noch bestehenden Bauten des Areals des Palazzo Ducale, das sich heute in veränderter Weise präsentiert. Bei dem Gewässer, über das die weitgespannte Bogenbrücke zieht, dürfte es sich um die ehemalige schützende Wassergrabenanlage des Kastells handeln; alternativ ist anzunehmen, dass der Maler den Fluss Mincio bewusst schmaler dargestellt hat, um einen belebten Vordergrund zu schaffen. Die Überbrückung existiert in erneuter Weise bis heute. Zusätzlich belebt wird die Vedute durch Steindenkmale, einen großen Pfeiler am linken Bildrand, dem eine Löwenfigur aufsitzt, sowie die Figurenstaffage mit Pferdekarren, Figuren auf der Brücke sowie zwei Kähnen darunter. Lichtführung und Malqualität entsprechen völlig den bekannten Werken Zocchis.Zocchi hat sich bekanntlich weitgehend mit Veduten von Florenz und oberitalienischer Städte beschäftigt. Seine Capricci spielen zahlenmäßig eine eher untergeordnete Rolle. So ist nicht verwunderlich, dass es sich auch hier eine Vedute handelt, wobei Ansichten von Mantua aus dieser Zeit ausgesprochen selten sind. (†)Anmerkung:Der Künstler war ein italienischer Maler und Zeichner, der in Florenz lebte und für seine Florentiner Veduten bekannt wurde. Er fertigte unter anderem Zeichnungen von bekannten Ansichten von Florenz an, die von anderen gestochen und 1744 gedruckt wurden. Zudem arbeitete er für den Wiener Hof der Habsburger sowie den Berliner Hof der Hohenzollern.Literatur:Das Gemälde publiziert von Charles Beddington. (1330517) (11)Giuseppe Zocchi, 1711 Florence – 1767 ibid.VIEW OF MANTUAOil on canvas. Relined.50 x 72.5 cm.Verso various labels and two Italian export rubber stamps. Contrary to the previous opinion that the present painting is merely a Capriccio with a Bridge, it was discovered that the painter created a veduta of Mantua here. The centre of the picture is dominated by the medieval brick fort with four square corner towers, one of which rises higher. To the left of this are the buildings of the Palazzo Ducale, which still existed in the 18th century but now looks differently. The body of water over which the long-span arched bridge stretches is probably the former protective moat of the fort; alternatively, it can be assumed that the painter intentionally made the Mincio River narrower to create a busy foreground. Today the bridge still exists in a renewed form. In addition, the veduta is enlivened by stone monuments, a large pillar on the left edge of the picture with a seated lion figure and figural staffage with horse-drawn carts, people on the bridge with two boats beneath it. The use of light and the quality of the painting correspond entirely with Zocchi’s well-known works. Famously, Zocchi mostly painted vedutas of Florence and northern Italian cities. In terms of numbers his capricci play a rather minor part. Unsurprisingly the present painting is also a veduta, although views of Mantua from this period are extremely rare. (†)Literature:The painting published by Charles Beddington.

Lot 548

Francesco Lavagna, 1684 – 1724GemäldepaarBLUMENSTILLLEBEN IN JE EINER VASE sowieAUF STEINPODEST MIT WEIT HOCHZIEHENDEM GESTECkÖl auf Leinwand.Je 98 x 36 cm.Gerahmt.Beigegeben eine Expertise von Giancarlo Sestieri, Rom, 2016, in Kopie vorliegend.Das extreme Hochformat weist auf ehemalige Dekoration eines Wandpfeilers o.ä. Die Zusammengehörigkeit der beiden Bilder zeigt sich durch die jeweils rechts bzw. links abgesetzten gemalten Steinpodeste. Die Blumengebinde vor ockerfarbenem Hintergrund. Die Vasen in klassischen Formen vergoldet, die Gebinde zeigen Frühlings- und Frühsommerblumen, wie Anemonen, Pfingstrosen und Maiglöckchen. Über den Maler ist quellenmäßig nur wenig bekannt, jedoch wird er in der Literatur mehrfach genannt. Seine Werke, die sich inzwischen in mehreren Sammlungen befinden, wurden teilweise auch in der Literatur durch Abbildungen gewürdigt. Eine frühe Nennung hat der Maler durch B. De Dominici bereits im 18. Jahrhundert erfahren (s. Lit.). Über den Maler, seine biografischen Daten und seinen Werdegang ist bislang wenig bekannt. Als wohl überwiegend in Neapel tätiger Stilllebenmaler wurde er erstmals 1988 bei Christie‘s aufgeführt und wird seither als bedeutender Stilllebenmaler der Neapolitanischen Schule gesehen. Seine Bouquets sind meist vielblumig und gelegentlich in Parklandschaften versetzt.Literatur: Luigi Salerno La natura morta italiana, Rom 1984, S. 239.Bernardo De Dominici, Vite de´pittori, scultori ed architetti napoletani, Neapel 1742 -1745.Jesus Urrea Fernandez, La pintura italiana del siglo XVIII end Espagna, Valladolid 1977, S. 332.Achille Della Ragione, La natura morta napoletana del Settecento, Neapel 2010, Abb. 179. (1330996) (2) (11)Francesco Lavagna,1684 – 1724A pair of paintings FLOWER STILL LIFE IN A VASE and TALL FLORAL ARRANGEMENT ON STONE PEDESTALOil on canvas.Each 98 x 36 cm.Accompanied by an expert’s report by Giancarlo Sestieri, Rome 2016, in copy.

Lot 622

Johann Georg Gmelin, 1810 Rom – 1854Malerische Ansicht der Bucht von NeapelÖl auf Leinwand.71 x 98 cm.Rechts unten auf Stein signiert und datiert „G Gmellin 1851“.In vergoldetem Rahmen.Von erhöhtem Standpunkt Blick über den Golf von Neapel im romantischen Licht der untergehenden Sonne. Im Vordergrund das breite, teils verschattete Ufer mit zahlreichen Figuren, darunter einige Fischer, die ihre Netze aus dem Wasser einholen und bereits mehrere auf Holzgestellen aufgespannt haben; dahinter im Wasser ein ankerndes Segelboot. Linksseitig eine rastende Familie in einem durch die Sonne erhelltem Uferstück und in der linken Bildecke einige stilllebenhaft präsentierte Objekte, zu denen zwei Holzfässer und mehrere Keramiken gehören. Im Hintergrund die Stadt Neapel mit der auf dem Vomero-Hügel liegenden Festung Sant´Elmo und dem darunter liegenden Klosterkomplex San Martino mit Kirche. Im optischen Mittelpunkt des Gemäldes jedoch der Vesuv, dessen Rauch in den hohen türkisblau schimmernden Himmel steigt. Qualitätvolle, stimmungsvolle Malerei in der typischen Manier des Künstlers. Der Künstler wurde als Sohn des Zeichners und Kupferstechers Wilhelm Georg Gmelin geboren. Zur Ausbildung ging er mit 14 Jahren nach Wiesbaden und Karlsruhe. Nach seiner Rückkehr nach Rom waren seine Veduten vor allem bei Italienreisenden sehr begehrt. Zu seinen Auftraggebern zählte u.a. der Zar von Russland. (12901449) (18)Johann Georg Gmelin,1810 Rome – 1854PICTURESQUE VIEW OF THE BAY OF NAPLESOil on canvas.71 x 98 cm.Signed and dated “G Gmelin 1851” on stone lower right.

Lot 70

A collection of WWI First World War medal groups all relating to one family, believed to be x3 brothers. Medals comprising;  A trio awarded to one 14325 Sgt S. G Stone of The Royal Welch Fusiliers comprising Victory Medal, War Medal and 1914-1915 Star A trio awarded to one 14850 Sgt H. J Stone of The Bedfordshire Regiment comprising Victory Medal, War Medal and 1914-1915 Star A duo awarded to one 20265 Pte H. R Stone of the Dorset Regiment comprising his Victory Medal and War Medal. The medals suspended on original ribbons along with assorted cap badges.

Lot 10

Rolling Stone Charlie Watts signed LP record cover for Undercover. No record inside. Good condition. All autographs come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99

Lot 9

Rolling Stone Charlie Watts signed LP record cover for Dirty Work. Insert but no record inside. Good condition. All autographs come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99

Lot 1

A white metal and moonstone flower brooch in the form of a pansy, having five moonstone petals with a white stone surround and a red stone to the centre. Measuring 2cm in width and 2.5cm in height, weighing approximately 6.61 grams, marked 900.

Lot 109

A 18 carat gold shimoyo rubellite and diamond ring, the head set with a claw mounted oval cut shimoyo rubellite stone together with two rows of baguette cut diamond to either shoulder, ring size N weight 6.2 grams 

Lot 11

18 carat gold and enamel 'Harlequin' ring, having a marquise cut bezel set blue stone at the centre, with two small round cut diamonds to each shoulder in a diamond shape setting with a vibrant green enamel surround in the form of triangles, 3.07grams, ring size J 1/2, 

Lot 118

A 9 carat gold diamond and purple stone cluster ring, the head set with fourteen purple stones together with diamonds around the edge, ring size O 1/2 weight 4.6 grams 

Lot 120

A 18 carat gold pirineu tourmaline and diamond ring, the head set with antique cushion cut pirineu tourmaline stone together with a row of diamonds either side and a diamond set into a heart to the side the shoulders with a pierced decoration, ring size N 1/2 weight 5.2 grams  

Lot 16

A 18 carat gold paraiba tourmaline and diamond ring, the head set with a claw mounted triangular cut paraiba tourmaline stone surrounded by diamonds together with six diamonds to both shoulders, ring size N 1/2 weight 3.0 grams 

Lot 18

A 18 carat gold AAA tanzanite and diamond ring, the head set with a claw mounted antique cut AAA tanzanite stone surrounded by diamonds together with pierced shoulders, ring size weight N 4.5 grams 

Lot 28

A 18 carat gold santa rosa tourmaline and diamond ring, the head set with a claw mounted baguette cut santa rosa tourmaline stone with three rows of diamond to either shoulder, ring size N weight 3.6 grams 

Lot 32

Three 19th Century yellow metal fob seals, one set with bloodstone, citrine and a clear stone deprecating a bird holding a branch gross weight 5.7 grams, (3)

Lot 45

Two yellow metal stick pins, one set with a claw mounted cabochon cut turquoise stone the other decorated with a bundle of cherries, gross weight 2.4 grams (2)

Lot 46

A 18 carat gold zultanite and diamond ring, the head set with a claw mounted oval cut zultanite stone with both baguette and brilliant cut diamond to the shoulders, ring size O weight 3.3 grams 

Lot 48

A 9 carat gold pendant and chain link necklace, the pendant set with a oval tanzanite stone with seven brilliant cut diamonds above, weight 6.1 grams

Lot 5

A 18 carat gold AAA tanzanite and diamond ring, the head set with a claw mounted antique cut AAA tanzanite stone together with three diamond to either shoulder, ring size N 1/2 weight 6.1 grams 

Lot 58

A 9 carat gold diamond and violet stone ring, the head set with three flowers heads set with four violet stones and a central diamond, ring size N weight 3.6 grams 

Lot 6

A sterling silver Edwardian novelty monkey brooch, featuring one monkey sat on a pole with a further monkey suspended beneath. Each monkey has orange stone eyes with faceted rondles to their bodies creating a diamond effect. Weighing 6.67 grams.

Lot 64

A pair of 9 carat gold ametrine and diamond earrings, the earrings set with a claw mounted baguette cut ametrine stone together with a diamond above, weight 4.3 grams 

Lot 69

A 9 carat gold and green stone ring, the head set with three square cut green stones, ring size O weight 2.8 grams 

Lot 73

9 carat gold and five stone opal ring, having three well matched graduated oval cut opals accented by two smaller round cut opals, bezel set on a Celtic style gallery,  2.22 grams, ring size O1/2

Lot 81

A 9 carat gold and jade ring, the head set with a thin elliptical jade stone, ring size L weight 3.2 grams 

Lot 89

A 9 carat gold ammolite triplet and diamond ring, the head set with a elliptical ammolite triplet stone with a diamond to either shoulder, ring size N weight 2.8 grams 

Lot 9

A 18 carat white gold paraiba tourmaline and diamond ring, the head set with a claw mounted oval cut paraiba tourmaline stone surrounded by diamonds, ring size N weight 3.3 grams 

Lot 99

A 18 carat gold ambilobe sphene and diamond ring, the head set with a claw mounted oval cut ambilobe sphene stone together with a row of baguette and two rows of round cut diamonds to both shoulders, ring size S weight 5.2 grams 

Lot 5

Important SÈVRES vase. France, Napoleon III period, second half of the 19th century.Enamelled porcelain and gilt bronze.Signed "Georges Émile Poitevin" on the front.With Sèvres stamp inside the base and inside the lid.Measurements: 98 x 38 x 30 cm.Ornamental vase decorated with pictorial scenes, the front with an allegorical theme and the back with a landscape theme, both by Georges Émile Poitevin, a Parisian painter recorded as exhibiting many porcelain themes in the Paris Salons of the 1870s and early 1880s and listed by W.Neuwirth, Porzellanmaler-Lexicon 1840-1914. Poitevin has decorated the front with great care, depicting a robed lady in the classical manner surrounded by little angels of love dancing around her, one of them carrying a bow. Both the base on which the main body rests and the mouth of the vase are decorated with gilt fretwork, characteristic of the Sèvres style, combined with finely delineated floral and animalistic representations. Also noteworthy are the attributes of Cupid depicted on the mouth of the vase, with a quiver, a bow and a torch, objects closely related to the allegorical ornamentation on the front. The design of the vase is completed by bronze handles decorated with scrolls, as well as a circular base decorated with masks, an aspect typical of the aesthetic of the Sevrès manufacture.Originally founded in Vincennes in 1740, the Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres was transferred to Vincennes in 1756. One of the leading European porcelain factories, the Manufacture was successively named after different political regimes: royal, imperial and national manufactory. Still active today, the firm continues to produce objects created since 1740, although its current production is largely oriented towards contemporary creation. The Manufacture de Vincennes was founded with the support of Louis XV and Madame de Pompadour, with the idea of creating pieces for the court and competing with the porcelain productions of Meissen and Chantilly. In fact, the first experiments were carried out by the brothers Robert and Gilles Dubois, who came from the Chantilly manufactory. By 1745, under the direction of the Gravant couple, important results had already been achieved, in particular the creation of models of porcelain flowers to decorate all kinds of pieces. The new building in Sèvres, where the manufactory moved in 1756, was built on the initiative of Madame de Pompadur. Three years later, it was designated a royal factory, and from that time onwards it was the only one in France to use fine gold. In its early years, the factory produced mainly soft paste; hard porcelain, with kaolin, was not marketed in Sèvres until 1770. Among the innovations of this manufactory in the 18th century were coloured backgrounds and the use of biscuit for small sculptures. During the French Revolution, the factory suffered a decline in production, but experienced a revival between 1800 and 1847 under the direction of Alexandre Brongniart, who brought the factory international fame. During these years, many important technical innovations were made, and a number of contemporary artists collaborated with the manufacture. During this period, a new gilding technique was introduced, which was made shiny by burnishing the surface with an agate stone. The pieces were also decorated with opaque gilding, which was done by rubbing the gold with very fine sand. It was at this time that, for ornamental vases, a cartouche became established as a central theme, in the manner of an oil painting, with a gilt cartouche on a monochrome background. From the mid-19th century onwards, the dominant styles were eclecticism and historicism, and some models revived typologies from the past, such as the Mannerism of Fontainebleau and the Baroque of Versailles.

Lot 122

Pierre «chrysanthème» sur une base en bois 'Chrysanthemum Stone' on Wooden BasePermianOixia Formation, Hunan, ChinaNamed for its unique flower-like patterns formed of calcite, celestite and chert embedded in a rich gray limestone matrix, 'chrysanthemum stone' is a classic Chinese ornamental rock. Chinese mystics believe that its presence awakens one's true purpose in life and lends the support and courage needed for new beginnings, making it the perfect gift for newlyweds and families with newborn infants. This large specimen has been polished, which enhances the stone's contrasting tones. Weighing 20.7 kilograms and measuring 54 x 30 x 17 cm. (2) Footnotes:Offered on a custom-fitted wooden base. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Lot 52

Libellule fossile (positif et négatif) Fossil Dragonfly Positive/Negative PreservationTharsophlebia exima Upper Jurassic, Tithonian stage Solnhofen Formation, Eichsätt, GermanyThe delicate features of insects such as dragonflies are seldom seen in the fossil record. Dragonflies are one of the most delightful types of fossils found in the famed sediments of Solnhofen. This dragonfly has been preserved in the fine-grained Solnhofen limestone matrix by a lithographic process, the outline of the insect chemically transferred to the stone over millions of years due to the anoxic conditions of the thick oxygen-free mud silt that remained when the lagoons of the area dried out towards the end of the Jurassic period. This is an exceptional example, with perfect symmetry and remarkable three-dimensionality, including a most unusual amount of detail to the wing membranes. Most impressive is that it has been preserved in the rare form of a positive and negative fossil. A slab was here split in two to reveal not only the fossilized body of the delicate Dragonfly, but also a cast of the body, the negative impression. A rare occurrence in its own right, the slabs are further enhanced by the presence of a small ammonite, also captured in positive/negative form. The well-defined wingspan measures 12 cm. Each half of the limestone matrix measures 28.5 x 30 cm (2) For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Lot 81

Biface du Paléolithique moyen Middle Paleolithic Hand-axeMousterian (Est. 45,000-150,000 BP)Bergerac region, FranceA fine relic of our close ancestor, Homo neanderthalensis, this handsome cordiform hand-axe was discovered in the Dordogne, near Bergerac in France. It represents the refinement of the genus Homo's stone tool-making, known as the Mousterian. These hand-axes were used for various purposes and often called the Swiss Army knife of early man artefacts. Fashioned from the best local flintstone, it measures 11.9 cm long. Weighing approximately 1,900 grams and measuring 12 x 8 x 3 cm (2) Footnotes:Provenance: Ex private collection, BelgiumOffered on an upright ebonized metal display stand. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Lot 82

Biface du Paléolithique Paleolithic Hand-axeAcheulean (Est.150,000-600,000 BP)Mauritania, Sahara, North AfricaThis superb specimen dates from the Acheulean complex of stone tool production, and was fashioned by our ancestor Homo erectus in the area that is now northern Mauritania. So early are these human remains, that when first discovered in the area they were supposed to constitute an entirely separate human species, Atlanthropus mauritanicus (scholarship now includes them in the H. erectus species). This is a classical cordiform hand-axe, reflecting the well-balanced shape of a highly effective tool. Made from jasper with a warm brown glossy patina. Measuring 17 x 10 x 5 cm. Height with stand: 20 cm (2) Footnotes:Provenance: Ex. private collection, BelgiumOffered on a custom-fitted black metal stand.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

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