An early 19th century diamond set bow brooch, comprising a central old cut diamond measuring 4.5mm x 4.8mm, bezel set to pierced stylized bow surround with old cut and rose cut diamonds throughout, all set in silver coloured metal to a gold coloured reverse (unmarked), with later hinged pin and loop fastening, 5cm wide, weight 17.9gms (at fault)CR; Very heavy wear. Splitting, loss and solder repair throughout frame. Later brooch fittings. Some diamonds are missing. Many of the diamonds show chips and fractures. Central stone wobbles slightly in setting. See pictures for illustration.Assessed clarity VS+. Assessed colour Tinted. Very small chips to the edge of the table facet.
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A Victorian opal and diamond 18ct gold cluster ring, the central opal cabochon measuring 5mm diameter, with a surround of ten mixed cut diamonds, all set in 18ct gold, marks for 'L&L', Birmingham 1896, ring size S 1/2, weight 3.9gmsCR; The central opal shows heavy abrasion around the centre of the stone, but no large chips, cracks or losses. All diamonds are present, a couple of the diamonds show chips and cracks. Claws around the stones are heavily worn. There are signs of thinning around the settings and shank, but no signs of splitting or repair.
A colour-change sapphire and diamond ring, the central rectangular cushion cut sapphire weighing 5.20 carats (measuring 10.8mm L x 8.9mm W x 5.9mm D), with three baguette cut diamonds to each shoulder, all set in platinum to a plain polished shank, ring size O 1/2, weight 6.2gms With accompanying report from The Gem & Pearl Laboratory, report no. 21000, stating that the carat weight is 5.20 carats, that the stone is a natural colour change sapphire, of Sri Lankan origin, shows no evidence of heat treatment and appears blue in day light and purple in incandescent light.Note; Inclusions are visible with naked eye, running across the facets of one side of the sapphire. These can be seen in the third picture on finger, running down the left. Under 10x, there are two translucent crystal inclusions, one to the right of the table (as pictured in the third image), and one below the table. There is also a hemi-sphere shaped fingerprint inclusion visible under 10x, running diagonally from just off centre of the table to the bottom left claw. Please see additional images.Stone in very good order, no cracks, chips or losses. Claws in good order, stones are secure. Diamonds are in good order, no cracks, chips or losses. Stones are secure. Settings and shank are in good order, no signs of re-sizing, thinning, denting or repair.Bidders are advised to view all images provided, and additional images and videos are available upon request.Bidders wishing to view this lot can book an appointment to view in our Whitchurch sale room, or can arrange a video call with a member of our team.This lot will not be eligible for in house postage and packaging. If you are intending to bid on this lot, please make your own arrangements for shipping.
A diamond floral cluster ring, designed as a central round brilliant cut diamond with a surround of six further round brilliant cut diamonds, cluster 9mm diameter, claw set in 9ct yellow gold to bi-coloured tapering shoulders and plain polished shank, stamped '375' and '0.50', ring size P 1/2, weight 3.3gmsNote; All stones are very heavily included, P2/P3. Stones appear milky with the naked eye. One stone has been stained with cosmetics, making it appear slightly pinkish - cleaning is required. All stones show medium to strong fluorescence, with the central stone and one of the outer stones showing the strongest fluorescence.
An early 20th century diamond three stone ring, the central round brilliant cut diamond weighing approximately 0.20 carats, with a further round brilliant cut diamond to either side, claw set in platinum to a plain polished 18ct gold shank, ring size L 1/2, together with a diamond set 18ct gold ring, marks for 'LBS', Birmingham 1920, ring size G 1/2, gross weight of pair 3.4gms (2)
DAVID MESLY (Paris, 1918 - Paris, 2004)."Pingouin".Marble.Signed on the base.Size: 40 x 16 x 14 cm.The sculptor David Mesly, whose real name is Michel Robert, began studying sculpture with his father before beginning his drawing lessons at a school in Montparnasse in Paris between 1932 and 1939.His bronzes are executed from a stone sculpture which is made by direct carving. The lines and proportions of his works reflect an extreme concern for perfection, and his representations are intended to be naturalistic, leaving room for the imagination only through the attitudes of the subjects.Between 1931 and 1947, the artist exhibited his sculptures at the Salon des Artistes Décorateurs, the Salon National des Beaux-Arts, the Salon des Indépendants and the Susse Gallery. From 1945 he worked as a copyist for the Monuments Historiques, producing more than five hundred projects in France. Later, Michel Robert received a commission from the State for the statue of the Tour d'Auvergne in Quimper, and was appointed departmental inspector of historic monuments at the end of 1945.He continued his work in the restoration of historic monuments until 1981, and at the same time worked in the studio of the Italian sculptor Antoniucci Volti (1915-1989), who belonged to the lineage of the sculptors Rodin, Bourdelle and Maillol.In February 1996, he entrusted the exclusivity of his sculpted work to Jean-Paul Villain's gallery in Paris, where he had already exhibited in 1998 and where he chose the pseudonym of David Mesly. This gallery paid tribute to him after his death in February 2004.
A late 19th century Middle Eastern silver mounted jambia with curved blade, blade length 19cm, and chased and engraved silver metal grip with turquoise stone-inset pommel, with similarly decorated silver metal scabbard (some losses and dents).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 19th century North African short sword with single-edged fullered blade, blade length 53cm, and one-piece rhino horn grip with embossed white metal retaining collar, with embossed white metal scabbard with single paste stone setting and woven material belt strap, together with some provenance and paperwork. Note: as this lot incorporates rhinoceros horn, it would be very unlikely that a re-export certificate would be granted beyond the UK. Customers outside the UK are requested NOT to bid on this item.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 large architectural, late 19th-early 20th century, sandstone carved head of Athena/Minerva, wearing a helmet. On the top is a channel lined with lead. It is possibly a key stone for a building arch (some areas of wear & damage) H: 53cm, D:58cm & W: 39cm, PLEASENOTE THAT THIS IS EXTREMELY HEAVY AND WILL NEED ADEQUATE MAN POWER AND EQUIPMENT TO LOAD IT INTO A SUITABLE VEHICLE. MAXWELLS STAFF WILL NOT BE INVOLVED IN MOVING THIS LOT. AT PRESENT IT IS ON MAXWELLS' WHEELS
A sculpted marble figure group of a winged putto climbing from a conch shell, probably Italian, late 19th century, indistinctly signed to reverse of base possibly "C *y*** Firenze"?, 68cm high, on an associated later composition stone pedestal base, 59cm high; 128cm high overallProvenance: Private collection removed from 9, Royal Crescent, BathCondition Report: Overall there are scuffs, scratches, chips and abrasions consistent with age.Putto approximately 66cm high, the stand approximately 58cm high.Weathering has occurred giving a granitic finish overall, there is also mottled blackened discolouration.There are losses including the foot (missing), tips of the wings, a chip to the base of the putto. The stand has some cracks.Please see the additional photographs as a visual reference of condition.Condition Report Disclaimer
A lead garden model of a boy holding a conch to his ear, 20th century, the child depicted listening to the 'sounds of the sea', 83cm high, atop a later composite stone pedestalProvenance: Private collection removed from 9, Royal Crescent, Bath, previously purchased from T Crowther & Son, London, 26th March 1949.
A pair of composition stone garden urns, mid 20th century, each with an everted rim above a lappet moulded underside and socle base, 56cm high, together with another pair of composition stone garden urns, each with everted rim above a leaf moulded body and inverted lappet underside above socle base and octagonal foot, 70cm high overall, and two further square section standsProvenance: The property of a lady and gentleman, removed from a Cheshire country houseCondition Report: All elements with marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and useOverall these pieces lack significant age but have clearly all been consistently stored and used outside, the surfaces with dirt, discolouration and algae and moss growth. The first urns: one is slightly wobbly on its base, the other appears solid and stable. there are old chips and some repairs to the rimsThe second urns: Both slightly wobbly on their bases, both with old cracks and splits,The stand bases: one with crack through to one corner, the other with other knocks and bashesPlease refer to additional images for visual reference to conditionCondition Report Disclaimer
A pair of stone composition garden urns on plinths, 20th century, after a design by Vulliamy, with everted egg and dart moulded rims above the gadrooned bodies, socle, and square section base, atop square section panel sided plinths, 134cm high overallCondition Report: Overall there are scuffs, scratches, knocks, chips and abrasions consistent with age and use.Some construction 'seams' are visible.There are later metal threaded rods with bolts securing the sections, the tops of which are visible to the interiors of the urns.Please see the additional photographs as a visual reference of condition.Condition Report Disclaimer
A bronze model of a lion on a stone base, second quarter 20th century, inscribed 'ANDREY' to the stone base, with presentation plaque to Henri Laufer, 1931, 41.5cm high, 55cm in length overall Provenance: From the collection of the late Selwyn Demmy Condition Report: Some wear to the gilding on the bronzeNo serious losses or damage detectedPlease note this is not a complete condition report. Please contact the department for further informationCondition Report Disclaimer
A Chinese celadon jade water pot, with raised scroll designs to the sides, 5.1cm diameter; a Chinese celadon jade carving of a recumbent buffalo, 9cm long x 4.2cm wide; a Chinese celadon jade pendant of a buddha, 6cm long x 3.9cm wide; and a Chinese celadon jade water pot, carved with a chilong dragon clinging to one side, 8.2cm long x 6.4cm wide (4)Condition Report: stone with natural flaws, cracks and inclusions. minor wear to the surfaceCondition Report Disclaimer
A group of five Chinese jade plaques and pendants, including a jadeite 'Lingzhi Fungus' group, 6cm long; a celadon jade archaistic style jade plaque, bi, carved with a chilong dragon and a phoenix, 6.8cm long; a pale celadon jade plaque incised with a chilong dragon, 5.7cm long; a Yuan style celadon jade belt buckle with a goose holding lotus flower, 4.7cm long; and a white and russet jade group of squirrels and grapes, 5cm long (5)Condition Report: stone with natural flaws, cracks and inclusions. minor wear to the surfaceCondition Report Disclaimer
A group of four jades, including a boy holding a pomegranate fruit, white jade, 3.8cm high; a boy holding a lingzhi fungus stem, celadon jade, 3.2cm high; a white jade group of a cat and cub, 3.2cm high; and a white and grey jade group of a recumbent lion and cub, 3.5cm high (4) Condition Report: general wear to the surface, the stone with natural flaws, cracks and inclusionsthe boy holding a pomegranate fruit with a faint line on the pomegranateCondition Report Disclaimer
A group of four jades, including a white jade 'Magnolia' pendant, 5.5cm long; a celadon and russet jade carving of a recumbent lion, 6.8cm long; a white jade carving of a boy and flower bud, 5.8cm long; and a celadon jade carving of a lingzhi fungus stem with tow monkeys clinging on, 7.8cm long (4)Condition Report: stone with natural flaws, cracks and inclusions. minor wear to the surfaceCondition Report Disclaimer
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