Herma as a young Dionysus. Rome 1st-3rd century AD.Giallo antico marble.Provenance: Private collection, Paris, France.In good state of preservation. Restored on the nose.Measurements: 15.2 cm (height).The herma is a Greek creation whose origin dates back to the 6th century BC. It is a pillar sculpted in stone, generally with a square section, on which was placed the bust of the god Hermes, from whom it takes its name, while on the front of the pillar was carved an erect phallus, a symbol of fertility, but also of defence and prophylaxis. However, other theories maintain that, as in the piece we are now bidding on, the first herma actually represented Dionysus, god of fertility and nature in its primordial state. The hermai (herma in plural) were placed in rural areas to mark out roads and establish the boundaries of properties, although in the cities it was common to find them outside houses, next to a figure of Hecate, protector of crossroads.
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Udjat, Eye of Horus amulet; Egypt, Late Antiquity, 664-332 BC.Fayenza.Measurements: 3.5 x 4.5 cm.The Udyat is an Egyptian amulet representing an Eye of Horus or Udyat, made of hard stone. It is a solar symbol of protective order. It embodied the perfect state, cosmic and social stability. The meaning derives from the myth that narrates the fight between Horus and Seth. Horus lost an eye and it was replaced by the Udyay, endowed with magical qualities. The eye of Horus was established as a symbol that in Ancient Egypt was attributed magical, protective, purifying and healing characteristics. It is also a solar symbol, and embodies order, the undisturbed, the perfect state. According to Egyptian myths, it was first used as a magical amulet when Horus used it to bring Osiris back to life.
A 9ct gold charm bracelet comprising a double link rose gold Albert chain bracelet suspended with various charms including yellow metal seal, jokey and French horn, gilt metal Georgian hard stone watch key, locket along with various white metal coins etc, length approx 20cm, weight approx 81gms Further details: good, charms intact, wear and tear commensurate with age
A collection of 9ct gold and stone set rings to include sapphire and diamond set half eternity, set with square cut sapphires and round brilliant cut diamonds, size O, a garnet set eternity ring set with round cut garnets, size U1/2, a similar eternity set with round cut white topaz, size T and a 9ct gold rope twist ring, size M, combined total gross weight approx 9.6gms Further details: wear and tear commensurate with age
A diamond and tourmaline 18ct gold ring, comprising a central an oval mixed cut claw set, size approx 8 x 10mm, within a border of bar set round brilliant cut diamonds, setting approx 13 x 15mm, tapered shoulders, size O1/2, total gross weight approix 4.6gms Further details: central stone abraded to table facets wear and tear commensurate with age
A collection of costume jewellery to include a 14ct gold mounted cameo brooch with carved rose decoration, size approx 20mm, yellow metal earrings, silver jewellery including a floral engraved oval locket, charm bracelet, pendant locket, brooch set with marcasite and amethyst, yellow metal stone set ring (very abraded) together with various costume jewellery, early 20th century insect brooch, agate cross, earrings etc (1 bag)
AN INSCRIBED STONE CARVING OF GUANYIN AND ACOLYTESQing DynastyThe figures standing on double lotus petal bases, wearing flowing robes with elaborate jewelled adornments, the central figure of Guanyin holding a lotus spray over her right shoulder, three line inscription to the base reading, inscribed and with an apocryphal date to the fourth year of the Wei Dynasty (224). 40.5cm (16 3/8in) highFootnotes:Provenance: Dr Walter Rieder (1890-1986)來源：Walter Rieder博士（1890-1986）舊藏Dr Walter Rieder (1890-1986) served in the Swiss East Asia Mission (SOAM) in Qingdao, Shandong Province, between October 1930 and December 1951. The mission specialised in educational, literary and philanthropic work and Dr Rieder was in fact, not a theologian or missionary, but a teacher of mathematics, physics and science to high school students attached to the SOAM. His guiding principles were 'Creating understanding between different cultures' and 'Building bridges between East and West'. While in Qingdao, Dr Rieder collected a wide variety of Chinese art. The objects in the collection thus offer a unique window into the type of antiques that were on the market in Qingdao in the second quarter of the 20th century. As well as demonstrating his passion for Chinese art, his collection also reveals the personal friendships Dr Rieder forged with local artists, some of whom he knew from his teaching activities. Dr Rieder had a scholarly approach to studying his collection. Alongside many of his objects, meticulous notes can sometimes be found detailing his art historical commentaries. The collection was hence Dr Rieder's gateway to the history and culture of China. Objects from the collection were exhibited at the Kunsthaus in Interlaken, Switzerland in 2006 and 2018.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ** VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A PALE GREEN JADE 'DRAGON' BELT HOOK18th/19th centuryThe even pale stone carved in openwork with typical dragon head hook and confronting raised chilong holding a leafy stem in its mouth, the reverse with circular stud, later mounted in Europe as a wood ink blotter. The jade: 12.3cm (4 7/8in) longFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A JADE SCABBARD SLIDEHan DynastyCarved in shallow relief with two rows of pommel scroll motifs, the scrolling end with a taotie motif, the stone of sea-green hue with mottled cream and grey inclusions. 9cm (3 1/2in) longFootnotes:Provenance: From the collection of Prof. Klaus J Mueller (1923-2010), acquired in Hong Kong in the 1960s, by reputeFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A PALE GREEN JADE 'MYTHICAL BEAST' FINIAL18th/19th century Carved in openwork with two single-horned mythical beasts each with bifurcated tail, seated on their hind quarters on a slightly concave base drilled with two pairs of holes for fastening, the stone of an even, pale green tone. 3.8cm (1 1/2in) highFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A FINE SOAPSTONE LUOHAN AND LION GROUP17th/18th centuryThe luohan seated beside a recumbent lion on a rockwork base, with serene downwards gaze, the left hand stroking a lock of its mane, the right hand holding a fly whisk, resting on his raised right knee, wearing ample flowing robes, falling in elegant folds, the incised foliate motif hems detailed in gilt, the stone of deep caramel hue.10cm (3 7/8in) highFootnotes:Please note this Lot is to be sold at No Reserve. 本拍品不設底價Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A DUAN STONE 'KUIXING' PANEL19th centuryThe squared stone carved in relief through the coloured layers with an image of the immortal Kuixing standing on his right foot with the left kicking behind, supported by a mythical sea creature emerging from the waves, framed.25.5cm (10in) squareFootnotes:Please note this Lot is to be sold at No Reserve. 本拍品不設底價Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
AN AGATE 'CHRYSANTHEMUM' DISHIncised Qianlong seal mark, Qing DynastyOf oval form carved with chrysanthemum petal lobes on the exterior radiating towards the rim from the short recessed foot, the translucent stone of pale creamy tones, with caramel tint. 12.6cm (5in) longFootnotes:Provenance: A Swiss private collectionThis lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ** VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A SMALL JADEITE BELT HOOKEarly 20th centuryThe top carved in openwork and undercut with linghzi sprays, the hook in the shape of a lingzhi with a bat on top, a double lingzhi-shaped stud on the reverse. 7.3cm (2 7/8in) longFootnotes:The stone and its colour is consistent with Gem & Peral Laboratory test result no. 21270, 25 February 2022.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A JADEITE CHILONG GROUPEarly 20th centuryThe recumbent animal with muscular legs looking ahead with a fierce expression grasping a lingzhi spray resting on his back next to the bifurcated tail. 5.7cm (2 1/4in) longFootnotes:The stone and colour are consistent with Gem & Pearl Laboratory report no. 21271, 25 February 2022.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A PAINTED ENAMEL 'RIVER LANDSCAPE' DISH18th/19th centuryDepicting a central lobed panel with a river landscape scene with figures on rocky shores connected by a stone bridge, enclosed in a ruby-enamel diaper ground with flowers and birds reserves and four stylised dragons, the reverse with white cherry blossoms on a blue ground, to the base pink peonies and citrus fruits. 22.3cm (8 3/4in) diam.Footnotes:Provenance: Chait Galleries New York label.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A JADE 'BOY AND DRAGON CARP' CARVING18th centuryModelled as a boy riding on the back of a dragon-headed fish, holding a lotus stem over his shoulder and grasping a horn in his left hand, the fish with finely detailed scales and fins, the pale green stone with an area of russet skin to one side.9.5cm (3 3/4in) longThis lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ** VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A YELLOW AND RUSSET JADE 'PEACH AND BAT' GROUP17th centuryThe pebble deftly carved as a large ripe peach issuing from gnarled branches issuing further curling leaves, on the peach are two auspicious bats carved in low-relief, the stone with russet-brown and burnt-amber patches with pale green and yellow areas, with fitted box and associated wood stand. 7cm (2 3/4in) high (3).Footnotes:Provenance: Roger Keverne and Michael Gillingham, A Hundred Antiques, June 1998, London, no.98.A distinguished English private collectionThis 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
A PALE GREEN JADE 'HORSE AND MONKEYS' GROUP18th centuryThe mottled pale green group with a horse standing tied to a post, one monkey seated on his back and a playful monkey to the side of the post poking with a branch the leg of the equine, the stone with areas of mushroom hued inclusions, hardwood stand. 13.3cm (5 1/4in) wide (2).For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A PAIR OF MIRROR-IMAGE FAMILLE ROSE ROULEAU VASESQianlong iron-red marks, RepublicEach tall cylindrical body depicting a scholar surrounded by playful boys, the shoulder with diaper motif interpose by two pink chrysanthemums, the short neck with scholar's stone and lingzhi.46cm (18 1/8in) high (2).For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A PALE GREEN AND RUSSET JADE 'PRUNUS' BRUSH WASHER18th/19th centuryThe lobed pot formed as a large prunus flower, carved in openwork with branches bearing further smaller flowers, the stone of a pale celadon hue and with ochre inclusions, matching carved wood stand. 10cm (4in) wide (2).Footnotes:Provenance: according to family history, which is supported by family records illustrating the progress of British troops in Beijing at the time, this object was acquired by a military attaché posted to Beijing at the time of the Boxer Rebellion in 1900. He was attached to the staff of Brigadier-General A. Gaselee, the commander of the British contingent assisting in suppressing the Boxer Rebellion on behalf of the Imperial Court, as one of the Eight Allied Powers.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A PALE GREEN AND RUSSET JADE LUOHAN BOULDERFinely carved to one side with a luohan holding a book seated in loose flowing robes within a rocky grotto, framed by wutong trees and jagged rockwork, the stone of pale-green tone with russet inclusions. 10.9cm (4 1/4in) longFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
TWO DIAMOND RINGS, the first a yellow metal single stone diamond ring, set with an old cut diamond, estimated total diamond weight 0.15cts, pinched shoulders leading onto a plain polished band stamped 18ct, ring size P 1/2, approximate gross weight 2.2 grams, together with a yellow metal ring set with a round brilliant cut diamond illusion set, estimated diamond weight 0.20cts, white metal textured shoulders set with diamond chips leading onto a plain polished band, stamped 9ct Plat, ring size O 1/2, approximate gross weight 1.9 grams
A YELLOW METAL FIVE STONE DIAMOND RING, designed with a row of five graduated illusion set old cut diamonds, estimated total diamond weight 0.40cts, pinched shoulders leading onto a plain polished band, stamped 18ct, ring size T, approximate gross weight 3.4 grams (condition report: some discolouration to the band, all diamonds are intact and in good condition, general light wear, overall condition good)
FOUR RINGS, to include a yellow metal garnet and seed pearl cluster ring, stamped 9ct, ring size O, a yellow metal synthetic ruby ring, stamped 9ct, ring size N, a yellow metal synthetic ruby and colourless stone cluster ring, stamped 9ct, ring size N 1/2, together with a yellow metal single cultured pearl ring, unmarked, ring size Q, approximate total gross weight 8.8 grams
A 22CT GOLD BAND RING AND YELLOW METAL DIAMOND RING, an AF courted band, approximate width 2.5mm, hallmarked 22ct Birmingham 1936, approximate gross 1.6 grams, together with a AF three stone diamond ring, set in white metal leading onto a yellow metal band, stamped 18ct & plat, approximate gross weight 1.8 grams (condition report: band ring is very distorted, diamond ring band has broken from mount, all stones currently intact)
A LATE 19TH CENTURY GOLD RING, a band ring with scroll detailing set with two red circular cut stones and a missing centre stone, approximate width 7mm, hallmarked gold London 1884, ring size L centre, approximate gross weight 1.6 grams (condition report: general moderate wear, one stone missing, requires attention)
A 9CT GOLD TIGERS EYE SIGNET AND YELLOW METAL SIGNET, a large signet ring set with a squared tigers eye stone, a polished tapered band, hallmarked 9ct London 1978, ring size O 1/2 centre, approximate gross weight 4.3 grams, together with a small plain polished signet ring, stamped 9ct, ring size Q 1/2, approximate gross weight 2.1 grams (condition report: general moderate wear, stone currently intact, would benefit from a gentle clean)
TWO LATE 19TH CENTURY GOLD RINGS, a rose gold small domed band set with two circular cut paste stones, one stone missing, stamped 9ct, ring size L, together with a rose gold boat ring, set with five rose cut diamonds, sixth stone is missing, also set with two circular cut red stones, unmarked, ring size Q, approximate gross weight 4.8 grams (condition report: general moderate wear, one stone missing from first ring, abrasions to stones, second ring has signs of repair work, one stone missing, abrasions to stones)
A 9CT GOLD DIAMOND RING, 9CT GOLD RING AND A YELLOW METAL RING, a yellow gold bypass ring, set with a single round brilliant cut diamond, estimated diamond weight 0.10ct, hallmarked 9ct London, ring size N, a yellow gold Celtic knot ring, hallmarked 9ct Birmingham, ring size O, approximate gross weight 4.1 grams, together with a yellow metal ring, grain set with a purple stone, assessed as possibly scapolite, stamped 9ct, ring size N 1/2, approximate gross weight 2.8 grams (condition report: general moderate wear, slight abrasion to girdle of stone, would benefit from a gentle clean)
A THREE STONE DIAMOND RING, designed with three graduated old cut diamonds each in a milgrain bezel setting, cross over shoulders leading onto a plain polished band, stamped 18ct, ring size L 1/2, approximate gross weight 2.2 grams (condition report: nice bright diamonds in good condition, overall condition good)
A SINGLE STONE DIAMOND RING, designed with an illusion set old cut diamond, estimated total diamond weight 0.20cts, set in a white metal mount, textured shoulders leading onto a yellow metal band, rubbed stamp mark, ring size L 1/2, approximate gross weight 2.0 grams (condition report: diamond in good condition, secure in setting, general light wear, overall condition good)
A PLATINUM THREE STONE DIAMOND RING, designed with three round brilliant cut diamonds in a four claw shared setting, colour assessed as J-K, clarity assessed SI1-SI2, leading onto a plain polished band, hallmarked Birmingham, ring size L 1/2, approximate gross weight 6.3grams (condition report: diamonds are intact and in good condition, claw settings in good condition, would benefit from a gentle clean)
A GROUP OF DECORATIVE AND MILITARY RELATED ITEMS, to include a Seth Leach studio turned burr wood bowl with metal inlay, two brass Royal Artillery trench art ashtrays, a ceramic figure of a woman (possibly the Virgin Mary?) and children on a stone base, total height 39.5cm, a Beswick Zorba sauce boat, a square fused glass plate, etc (Condition report: generally good, ashtrays may be missing lids?) (10)
TWO BOXES OF SUNDRY ITEMS, to include two boxed leather passport covers, assorted cruise related items including boxed Oriana and Aurora glass tumblers, boxed P & O POSH club notebook and letter opener, a boxed Moulinex Aspirateur Vacuum Cleaner 1, a boxed Panasonic NV-RX70B VHS movie camera, a carved stone box, etc (sd) (2 BOXES)
AN ASSORTMENT OF VICTORIAN JEWELLERY AND OTHER ITEMS, to include a tortoise shell brooch decorated with yellow and white metal inlay, yellow metal brooch set with a colourless stone and eight red stones, a white metal mizpah brooch, a silver brooch depicting Laxley wheel, hallmarked Chester 1893, two white metal dress studs, engraved with ivy leaves, a yellow metal coin case and yellow metal chain, together with a silver lovebird brooch, hallmarked Birmingham 1912, a silver name brooch, hallmarked Birmingham 1917, a silver and enamel butterfly brooch, hallmarked Birmingham 1951, and an assortment of other jewellery items, approximate gross weight of weighable silver 14.8 grams, together with five ladies wristwatches with names to include 'Sekonda, Sentima' etc (condition report: general moderate wear, overall condition good)
A SILVER GEMSET NECKLACE A WHITE METAL GEMSET NECKLACE, BRACELET AND RING, a multi stone necklace comprising of marquise and circular cut semi-precious gemstones, stones assessed as amethyst, peridot, garnet, citrine and moonstone, fitted with a large bail, suspended from a fancy link rope chain, approximate length 780mm hallmarked silver Birmingham, approximate gross weight 26.6, a white metal multi stone bracelet, comprising of pear, oval and circular cut semi-precious gemstones, stones assessed as amethyst, peridot, garnet, citrine and moonstone, fitted with a toggle clasp, approximate length 220mm, stamped 925, a white metal multi stone ring, stamped 925, together with a pear shaped amber stone encased in a scrolled white metal mount, fitted with a wide bail, suspended from a long fancy link chain, fitted with an extender bead, approximate length 800mm, stamped 925, approximate gross weight 45.5 grams, also including two presentation jewellery boxes (condition report: general light wear, overall condition good, would benefit from a gentle clean)
AN ASSORTMENT OF GEM SET JEWELLERY, to include a white metal and star sapphire earring and pendant set, a white metal and amethyst pendant with chain, a white metal and tanzanite pendant, a white metal and diamond ring, ring size T, a white metal and diamond heart charm, a white metal and ruby necklace, a white metal and topaz ring, ring size R 1/2, four white metal and black diamond stud earrings, two white metal and colourless stone earrings, a white metal and cubic zirconia pendant, a plated rose gold Thomas Sabo bracelet, all stamped 925, together with two fresh water cultured pearl necklaces, two pale green hard stone bracelets and ring, ring size T 1/2 stamped 925, approximate gross weight 77.9 grams (condition report: general light wear, overall condition good)
TWO VIVIENNE WESTWOOD BROOCHES AND MAJORCA JEWELLERY, a yellow metal brooch set with circular cut cubic zirconia stones and a white metal and red enamel brooch set with circular cut cubic zirconia stones, both signed Vivienne Westwood and together with signed boxes, a white metal and colourless spider brooch, a pair of Majorca imitation pearl earrings, Majorca imitation pearl necklace, Majorca imitation pearl ring and Majorca imitation pearl bracelet, all gold plated, stamped 925, together with signed boxes (condition report: general light wear, plating wearing from first brooch, stone missing from second, overall condition good)
A 9CT GOLD BROOCH AND A YELLOW METAL PENDANT, the brooch of an openwork design set with three circular cut blue zircons, fitted with a brooch pin, hallmarked 9ct Birmingham, approximate gross weight 6.5 grams, length 40mm, together with a yellow metal openwork pendant set with a central emerald cut green stone drop, and a further oval cut pink stone drop, seed pearl detail fitted with a tapered bail, rubbed 9ct mark to the reverse, approximate gross weight 2.4 grams, length 40mm
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