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Click here to subscribeThree yellow metal rings comprising a signet ring with engraved stag's head, a child's ring with red stone intaglio set with the letter P and a narrow yellow metal band, combined approx 6.3g (3). CONDITION REPORT Child's engraved seal ring: surface scratches all over, tiny dent to rim of seal, personalised back initialled 'HMC'. Stag's head ring: surface scratches. Textured band: internal surface scratches.
A Lotus satin-lined jewellery box containing three hallmarked silver marcasite brooches, one in the form of a flying eagle, a yellow metal pendant in the form of a coffee pot, a gold link chain with yellow metal shell pendant, a silver Scandinavian-style shield brooch with large cabochon blue stone, a Parker fountain pen with red mottled body and 14ct gold nib, numbered 585, a Sheaffer maroon fountain pen with 14ct gold nib and three other pens.
A small quantity of costume jewellery to include vintage yellow metal mother of pearl and turquoise stone dress studs, an enamelled brooch with maple leaf, a white metal floral marcasite set brooch, various other white metal brooches to include a cat's head set with green stones, a white metal brooch with oval amber-coloured stone, a Danish-style beaten white metal and enamel brooch, an Art Deco rectangular brooch set with green stone and white stone surround, a green faux crocodile skin jewellery case initialled in gold 'M.E.B.C.' and a handmade white metal Art Nouveau style brooch with oval cabochon blue stone, etc.
F Martin; an Art Deco onyx clock garniture, the mantel clock with diamond silvered dial set with Arabic numerals and enclosing a mechanism striking on a bell, stamped 'F Martin Medaille D'Or Paris 1900', with spelter figure of a semi-nude seated lady on the base, raised on four bun feet, 27 x 46 x 14cm, a pair of urns with stylised rose and leaf motifs on stepped square bases (af), also an Art Deco marble mantel clock with ivorine dial set with Roman numerals (af) and one other marble stone clock garniture (7). CONDITION REPORT Please note that this lot is not suitable for our in-house postage service.We would recommend booking a collection slot for this lot or contacting Mailboxes Etc for postage of this lot, their details can be found on www.adampartridge.co.uk/services/postage-shipping/
Two 9ct gold brooches, a bar brooch set with large oval cabochon opal and a lily of the valley floral example set with seed pearls, combined approx 4.8g, two other yellow metal brooches to include an Edwardian bar brooch with shell set with tiny seed pearl and an oval Art Nouveau example with central oval facet-cut amethyst-coloured stone and seed pearls (4).
A spelter model of a heavy horse with his handler and a quantity of collectibles to include a pair of patinated bronze figures of Venus de Milo, four gilt plaster wall-hanging cherubs, three stone obelisks, a brass model of a pair of horses, a reproduction resin figure of a 1920s woman, a reproduction cast metal model of a Classical discus thrower and a moulded and cut glass ship's decanter.
DEMARBRE, C. Frankreich 20.Jh. Stadthäuser mit Fluss und Steinbrücke. Öl/Lwd., signiert. 38x55cm, Ra. DEMARBRE, C. France 20th century Town houses with river and stone bridge. Oil on canvas, signed. 38 x 55 cm, framed. Keywords: paintings, images, art, artworks, pictures, Gemalde, French painter
DAMENRING 585/000 Gelb- und Weissgold mit einem Brillantsolitär von ca. 1,0ct, W/vsi. Ringgr.56, Brutto ca. 8,7g. Der Stein wurde mit einer Diamantlehre gemessen und nicht ausgefasst. A LADIES RING 585/000 yellow and white gold with a brilliant cut diamond solitaire of approx. 1.0 ct, W/vsi. Ring size 56, gross weight approx. 8.7 grams. The stone was measured with a diamond gauge and was not extracted from the setting. Keywords: jewellery, gems, jewels, accessories, jewelry, Schmuck, ladies', women's, woman, lady, ladies, women, 14 ct, 14 carat, 14 C, 14 kt, 14 karat, 14 K, noble metal, gemstones, precious stones, jewels
A Valley of Stones monolith from Jim Henson and Frank Oz's fantasy film The Dark Crystal. Ritualistic stones and monoliths decorated the Valley of Stones, where the Mystics resided in peace and harmony. The monolith is made of lightweight carved foam, with a swirling Celtic pattern embossed on the front. It is hand painted to resemble grey stone, with faux moss, vines and other artificial plants applied to create an ancient and decrepit look. Designed to only be seen from the front, the rear remains unfinished and hollow, with two square holes cut out of each side. The monolith can be seen in rare test footage of the production team testing various puppets. The item has some wear from production use and age, including areas where the paintwork has cracked and come away. Dimensions: 30 cm x 53 cm x 74 cm (11 3/4" x 21" x 29 1/4")Estimate: £2,000 - 3,000 M
The Element Key from Luc Besson's sci-fi adventure The Fifth Element. The Element Key was given to Professor Pacoli (John Bluthal) by a Mondoshawan in 1914, and passed down through the generations by a secretive order of priests. When the Great Evil returned to Earth in 2263, the key was carried by Vito Cornelius (Ian Holm), who used it to grant Korben Dallas (Bruce Willis) access to a stone chamber and activate the weapon contained within.The key comprises four metal blades on the end of a thin metal rod. Each blade features an ornate pattern, and the entire key has a bronzed finish, intentionally tarnished to look hundreds of years old. It has some wear from production use and age, including sections at the base of the blades where the soldering is visible, and the end of the rod is slightly pointed, where it has been cut. Dimensions: 15 cm x 3.5 cm 3.5 cm (6" x 1 1/2" x 1 1/2")Estimate: £3,000 - 5,000 M
A Terror Dog statue foot from Ivan Reitman's supernatural comedy Ghostbusters. The two loyal servants of Gozer (Slavitza Jovan) first appeared when they manifested inside a pair of dog-like statues sat atop Dana Barrett's (Sigourney Weaver) apartment building, the location of Gozer's temple later in the film. Sculpted in rigid foam, the large foot features an external layer of plaster, finished in a light grey to replicate the appearance of carved stone. A hole is present on the top of the foot, and sections of the plaster have flaked away exposing the foam core. The lot remains fragile and should be handled with care. Dimensions: 62 cm x 40 cm x 25 cm (24 1/2" x 15 3/4" x 10")Estimate: £1,200 - 1,500 M
A large Terror Dog statue from Ivan Reitman's supernatural comedy Ghostbusters. The two loyal servants of Gozer (Slavitza Jovan) first appeared when they manifested inside a pair of dog-like statues sat atop Dana Barrett's (Sigourney Weaver) apartment building, built years before as a temple to the Destructor. The statue is made of rigid foam with a plaster-like coating, finished to replicate the appearance of carved stone. Exhibiting a menacing appearance, the creature features two large horns, an open snarling mouth displaying a set of fangs, and multiple protruding spines down its back. This particular statue was sympathetically restored by Tom Spina Designs, Inc. The repairs include the reattachment of one tooth, the fabrication of several new horn components, and some paint touch-ups. The statue is mounted on a square base and displays some signs of paint wear and cracks in the coating. Dimensions (displayed): 117 cm x 88 cm x 121 cm (46" x 34 3/4" x 47 1/2")Special shipping required: see special shipping notice in the Buyer's Guide.Estimate: £4,000 - 6,000 M
An autographed poster from the promotion of Chris Columbus' fantasy-adventure film Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. Designed by legendary poster artist Drew Struzan, the illustrated image depicts Harry (Daniel Radcliffe), Ron (Rupert Grint), Hermione (Emma Watson), Hagrid (Robbie Coltrane), Dumbledore (Richard Harris), the Gringotts Goblin (Warwick Davis), Hedwig, Hogwarts School, and Quidditch players astride brooms, all above the alternative US release title "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone".The poster is autographed in gold-coloured pen by Daniel Radcliffe, and in silver-coloured marker by Rupert Grint. It exhibits some minor wear to the corners and light creasing, and there is notable rip on the lower right edge. Dimensions: 69 cm x 101 cm (27" x 40")Estimate: £300 - 500 M
A collection of crew gifts, an autographed copy of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, and screening tickets from various productions within the Harry Potter series. The crew gifts consist of a faux-gold-plated pocket watch presented in a black drawstring bag and box, a grey T-shirt (size L), a black cap featuring an attached "Happy Holidays" cream card tag, and a green backpack with "HP3 Crew" embroidered in silver. The paperback book is autographed by Daniel Radcliffe, Julie Walters and Chris Rankin. Completing the lot are eight screening tickets for The Philosopher's Stone, The Chamber of Secrets and The Prisoner of Azkaban. The items display light wear and the majority of the crew gifts remain in an unused condition. Dimensions: (backpack): 49 cm x 31 cm x 6 cm (19 1/4" x 12 1/4" x 2 1/2"); (pocket watch in box): 10.5 cm x 10.5 cm x 3.5 cm (4 1/4" x 4 1/4" x 1 1/2")Estimate: £600 - 800 M
Two Ollivanders wand boxes used in Chris Columbus' fantasy adventure film Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. Stacks of boxes filled the shelves of Ollivanders, the shop Harry (Daniel Radcliffe) visited in Diagon Alley to purchase a wand.These boxes were gifted to attendees of the film's world premiere at Leicester Square in 2001. The sealed cardboard boxes differ in shape and lid style - one red with a faux-crocodile skin effect and the other a textured black. The lids are decorated with a golden Ollivanders-branded label, and the black box displays a sticker on the left end featuring a wand-maker measurement. Minor damage is present on the lid of the black textured box and the set displays minor wear from use. Dimensions (black box): 36 cm x 6 cm x 5 cm (14 1/4" x 2 1/2" x 2"); (red box): 37 cm x 6 cm x 3 cm (14 1/2" x 2 1/2" x 1 1/4")Estimate: £600 - 800 M
A wand box from Chris Columbus' fantasy-adventure film Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. Stacks of boxes filled the shelves of Ollivanders, the shop Harry (Daniel Radcliffe) visited in Diagon Alley to purchase a wand. These boxes were gifted to attendees of the film's world premiere at Leicester Square in 2001.Made of cardboard and sealed shut, the box's lid features a green faux-crocodile skin effect and a golden Ollivanders-branded label. A smaller sticker displaying the wand-maker measurement "744" is located on the left end. Minimal signs of wear are present on the top corners and along the bottom edges. Dimensions: 36 cm x 5.5 cm x 5.5 cm (14 1/4" x 1 1/4" x 2 1/4")Estimate: £500 - 700 M
Captain Jack Sparrow's (Johnny Depp) Spanish flower ring from Rob Marshall's action-adventure sequel Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. One of a set of four, the ring was worn by Sparrow on his left-hand ring finger throughout the film, having been procured from a Spanish widow he seduced.Made of metal, the ring comprises a central, black-painted circular stone encased in faux-gold plated details. The stone features an engraved flower painted in faux gold, with two embedded clear plastic jewels. A strip of padded felt is adhered to inside of the band for comfort. The ring shows signs of production use, including a missing jewel and notable paint wear on the stone, exposing the metal beneath. Dimensions: 3 cm x 3 cm x 3 cm (1 1/4" x 1 1/4" x 1 1/4")Estimate: £2,000 - 3,000 †Δ
Captain Jack Sparrow's (Johnny Depp) hero jade dragon ring from Rob Marshall's action-adventure sequel Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. The ring was worn by Sparrow on his left thumb throughout the film, having been obtained during his adventures in the Far East.Made of metal, the ring features two dragon emblems situated on either side of a central circular stone finished in jade-green paint. A third dragon design adorns the stone and the majority of the ring is finished in burnished faux gold. A piece of padded felt is adhered to the back of the ring head for comfort. The piece displays signs of production use, including worn paint on the stone and minor wear on the band. Dimensions: 3.5 cm x 3 cm x 3 cm (1 1/2" x 1 1/4" x 1 1/4")Estimate: £3,000 - 5,000 †Δ
Tau'ri communication stones and a communication device from the sci-fi television series Stargate Universe. Humans - known throughout the galaxy as Tau'ri - created their own version of the Alteran communication device. One such device was brought onto the Destiny by Col. Everett Young (Louis Ferreria) after the attack on Icarus Base during the first episode. Unlike other variants of the device, this one is box-shaped with a flat top. Five overlapping circles show where the stones sit, and there is a space for inserting a removable power cell. The device features exposed cabling and circuit boards around the edges, as well as two USB ports and two jack ports. A switch on one side was used to illuminate the device while powered.The stones are made of blue resin, and are decorated with alien text and patterns. They are secured to the top of the device with magnets. The device and stones come with a padded metal carrying case, but do not have cables to power them. Both the stones and the device show wear from production use, including scuffs and scratches. Dimensions (device): 23 cm x 21 cm x 7 cm (9" x 8 1/4" x 2 3/4"); (each stone): 6 cm x 5 cm x 2 cm (2 1/4" x 2" x 3/4") Contains electronics; see electronics notice in the Buyer's Guide.Estimate: £2,000 - 3,000 M
A set of hand-drawn costume sketches for Alexander (Colin Farrell), printed character concept designs, and 11 gold coins from the production of Oliver Stone's historical epic Alexander.The hand-drawn Alexander sketches are rendered in pencil and feature a full sketch and two smaller sketches of his back and head. "Jenny discuss" is handwritten in the top-left corner, referring to two-time Oscar®-winner Jenny Beavan, who designed the costumes for the film. Four pages feature printed concept designs for King Philip II (Val Kilmer), Cleitus (Gary Stretch), Alexander and Alexander's helmet. Two feature handwritten notes from Oliver Stone, labelled "OS". The 11 golden coins are made of plaster in varying shapes and sizes, with a gold-coloured paint finish and raised human faces and animal motifs. The designs have some wear from production use and age. They have creasing, edge wear and tape stuck to some of the edges, and the Alexander print has a tear from the top edge. The coins have scuffing to the paint and very minor chips. Dimensions (largest design): 42 cm x 29.5 cm (16 1/2" x 11 1/2"); (largest coin): 6 cm x 5 cm x 0.5 cm (2 1/4" x 2" x 1/4") Sold without copyright; see copyright notice in the Buyer's Guide.Estimate: £300 - 500 M
Three Anatolian polished stone axe heads Early Bronze Age, circa 3rd Millennium B.C.Comprising a greenstone axe head of trapezoid outline, with rounded butt and curved cutting edge, marked in white ink: 'LYDIA', 9.5cm ; another smaller black stone axe head of similar form, with similar inscription, 5.5cm ; and a votive axe head of broad trapezoid form, marked in red 'Asia Minor P.880', 2.7cm (3)Footnotes:Provenance:Catalogue of a Collection of Antiquities, formed by the late S. D'Ehrenhoff, Swedish Minister at Constantinople; Sotheby's, London, 23 February 1893, lot 46 and 49 (part).Private collection, UK.The first two items with red ink collection details: Lot 46, Sotheby Feb 93.; the third with 'Asia Minor' in same red ink.There are examples of Anatolian axe heads of similar form in dark green stone in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, acc. nos 63.147.6 and 63.147.9.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A Neolithic polished stone axe Circa 3000-2000 B.C.Of polished mottled veined granite, point-butted with curved cutting edge, 21.5cm longFootnotes:Provenance:with Lord McAlpine, London, 1990s. Celtic and Prehistoric Museum collection, Ireland, acquired from the above.Lots 134-145 have been exhibited at the Celtic & Prehistoric Museum on the Dingle Peninsula, Republic of Ireland. This private museum was founded by musician and antiquarian, Harris Moore in 1998. While travelling extensively and immersing himself in museums and antiquarian shops on the continent, Harris developed a deep passion for the form and simplicity of prehistoric stone implements. Over time, he cultivated relationships with several prominent 20th century collectors of Stone, Bronze, and Iron Age European material. Objects acquired from these collections formed the basis of what is now an extensive and eclectic collection at the Museum. A native of Connecticut, Harris elected to settle on the west coast of Ireland, an area steeped not only in natural beauty, but also rich in ancient monuments which perennially draw many visitors to the region. This dynamic museum continues to evolve; the proceeds from this offering will fund improvements in preparation for its re-opening to the public in the Spring.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A pair of Celtic bronze armlets Circa 4th-3rd Century B.C.Both composed of linked ovoid convex segments, each with a medial rib, each 6.4cm diam., 4cm high (2)Footnotes:Provenance:Private collection, Germany. Anonymous sale; Bonhams, London, 16 May 2002, lot 160.Celtic and Prehistoric Museum collection, Ireland, acquired from the above sale.For examples of armlets or anklets of similar lobed form from Northern Italy see S. Moscati (ed.), The Celts, New York, 1991, p. 222.Lots 134-145 have been exhibited at the Celtic & Prehistoric Museum on the Dingle Peninsula, Republic of Ireland. This private museum was founded by musician and antiquarian, Harris Moore in 1998. While travelling extensively and immersing himself in museums and antiquarian shops on the continent, Harris developed a deep passion for the form and simplicity of prehistoric stone implements. Over time, he cultivated relationships with several prominent 20th century collectors of Stone, Bronze, and Iron Age European material. Objects acquired from these collections formed the basis of what is now an extensive and eclectic collection at the Museum. A native of Connecticut, Harris elected to settle on the west coast of Ireland, an area steeped not only in natural beauty, but also rich in ancient monuments which perennially draw many visitors to the region. This dynamic museum continues to evolve; the proceeds from this offering will fund improvements in preparation for its re-opening to the public in the Spring.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
An Italic quatrefoil bronze spectacle fibula Circa 9th-7th Century B.C.Composed of four coiled wire spirals, with cruciform back support, the pin missing, 10cm wideFootnotes:Provenance:Private collection, London.Anonymous sale; Bonhams, London, 10 June 1997, lot 2. Celtic and Prehistoric Museum collection, Ireland, acquired from the above sale.Quatrefoil spectacle fibulae most commonly occur in Italy and Sicily although the form probably originated in the Balkans and Greece. Spectacle fibulae have been found in pairs in burials, positioned on the shoulders of the deceased. There is a similar quatrefoil example in the Harvard Art Museum, object no. 1987.135.9.Lots 134-145 have been exhibited at the Celtic & Prehistoric Museum on the Dingle Peninsula, Republic of Ireland. This private museum was founded by musician and antiquarian, Harris Moore in 1998. While travelling extensively and immersing himself in museums and antiquarian shops on the continent, Harris developed a deep passion for the form and simplicity of prehistoric stone implements. Over time, he cultivated relationships with several prominent 20th century collectors of Stone, Bronze, and Iron Age European material. Objects acquired from these collections formed the basis of what is now an extensive and eclectic collection at the Museum. A native of Connecticut, Harris elected to settle on the west coast of Ireland, an area steeped not only in natural beauty, but also rich in ancient monuments which perennially draw many visitors to the region. This dynamic museum continues to evolve; the proceeds from this offering will fund improvements in preparation for its re-opening to the public in the Spring.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A large Romano-Celtic bronze trumpet whorl roundel Circa 1st-2nd Century A.D.The openwork design with curled tendrils of the 'trumpet' style, with three circular attachment holes on the outer edge and one original bronze rivet remaining, 13.6cm wideFootnotes:Provenance:with Maurice Braham, London, 1990s. Celtic and Prehistoric Museum collection, Ireland, acquired from the above.For related examples, see D.G. Mitten and S.F. Doeringer (eds), Master Bronzes of the Classical World, Mainz, 1968, p. 312, no. 314a and b.Lots 134-145 have been exhibited at the Celtic & Prehistoric Museum on the Dingle Peninsula, Republic of Ireland. This private museum was founded by musician and antiquarian, Harris Moore in 1998. While travelling extensively and immersing himself in museums and antiquarian shops on the continent, Harris developed a deep passion for the form and simplicity of prehistoric stone implements. Over time, he cultivated relationships with several prominent 20th century collectors of Stone, Bronze, and Iron Age European material. Objects acquired from these collections formed the basis of what is now an extensive and eclectic collection at the Museum. A native of Connecticut, Harris elected to settle on the west coast of Ireland, an area steeped not only in natural beauty, but also rich in ancient monuments which perennially draw many visitors to the region. This dynamic museum continues to evolve; the proceeds from this offering will fund improvements in preparation for its re-opening to the public in the Spring.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A Romano-Celtic bronze trumpet whorl roundel Circa 1st-2nd Century A.D.The openwork design with curled tendrils of the 'trumpet' style, 11cm diam.Footnotes:Provenance:B. R. collection, 1980s. Anonymous sale; Gorny and Mosch, Munich, 17 December 2014, lot 345.Celtic and Prehistoric Museum collection, Ireland, acquired from the above sale.Cf. a similar example in the Seattle Art Museum, Eugene Fuller Memorial Collection, acc. no. 59.23.Lots 134-145 have been exhibited at the Celtic & Prehistoric Museum on the Dingle Peninsula, Republic of Ireland. This private museum was founded by musician and antiquarian, Harris Moore in 1998. While travelling extensively and immersing himself in museums and antiquarian shops on the continent, Harris developed a deep passion for the form and simplicity of prehistoric stone implements. Over time, he cultivated relationships with several prominent 20th century collectors of Stone, Bronze, and Iron Age European material. Objects acquired from these collections formed the basis of what is now an extensive and eclectic collection at the Museum. A native of Connecticut, Harris elected to settle on the west coast of Ireland, an area steeped not only in natural beauty, but also rich in ancient monuments which perennially draw many visitors to the region. This dynamic museum continues to evolve; the proceeds from this offering will fund improvements in preparation for its re-opening to the public in the Spring.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Two Nordic hardstone mace heads Neolithic Period, circa 3000 B.C.Each disc-shaped with rounded edges, with central circular perforation with raised collar, red 9cm diam., mottled grey 8.6cm diam. (2)Footnotes:Provenance:Reputedly found in Eskholt, Denmark, in 1937.B. Olsen collection, Greenland, 1990. V. Rohde collection, Denmark, 1993. Celtic and Prehistoric Museum collection, Ireland, acquired from the above.Lots 134-145 have been exhibited at the Celtic & Prehistoric Museum on the Dingle Peninsula, Republic of Ireland. This private museum was founded by musician and antiquarian, Harris Moore in 1998. While travelling extensively and immersing himself in museums and antiquarian shops on the continent, Harris developed a deep passion for the form and simplicity of prehistoric stone implements. Over time, he cultivated relationships with several prominent 20th century collectors of Stone, Bronze, and Iron Age European material. Objects acquired from these collections formed the basis of what is now an extensive and eclectic collection at the Museum. A native of Connecticut, Harris elected to settle on the west coast of Ireland, an area steeped not only in natural beauty, but also rich in ancient monuments which perennially draw many visitors to the region. This dynamic museum continues to evolve; the proceeds from this offering will fund improvements in preparation for its re-opening to the public in the Spring.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Two Bronze Age necklaces Circa 1st Millennium B.C.Comprising a bronze hollow coiled tubular wire necklace with eleven open-work crescentic pendants, 66cm long; and a necklace composed of tubular coiled wire beads interspersed with scroll pendants, the central double lobed pendant with punched decoration, both re-strung, 34cm long (2)Footnotes:Provenance:Private collection, Munich.with Kai Schmidt, Cologne, 1990s.Celtic and Prehistoric Museum collection, Ireland, acquired from the above.Lots 134-145 have been exhibited at the Celtic & Prehistoric Museum on the Dingle Peninsula, Republic of Ireland. This private museum was founded by musician and antiquarian, Harris Moore in 1998. While travelling extensively and immersing himself in museums and antiquarian shops on the continent, Harris developed a deep passion for the form and simplicity of prehistoric stone implements. Over time, he cultivated relationships with several prominent 20th century collectors of Stone, Bronze, and Iron Age European material. Objects acquired from these collections formed the basis of what is now an extensive and eclectic collection at the Museum. A native of Connecticut, Harris elected to settle on the west coast of Ireland, an area steeped not only in natural beauty, but also rich in ancient monuments which perennially draw many visitors to the region. This dynamic museum continues to evolve; the proceeds from this offering will fund improvements in preparation for its re-opening to the public in the Spring.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
An Egyptian mottled green stone heart scarab Late Period, circa 664-332 B.C.Naturalistically carved with incised wing-case details and plain underside, 5.5cm longFootnotes:Provenance:Dr Fréderic Ephraim (1898-1976) collection, Paris and Lugano, acquired from the above prior to 1958; and thence by descent to Mr Jean C. Genty-Ephraim (1925-2016), Lugano. Private collection, Europe, acquired from the above 2013.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A Greek marble head of a youth or athlete Circa 4th Century B.C.The youthful life-sized head tilted slightly to his proper left, with the neck curved to the right, the face with heavy-rimmed almond-shaped eyes and dimples at the corners of the lips, the hair arranged in short thick curls, with smaller curls clustering around the nape of the neck and the ears, 29cm highFootnotes:Provenance:Prof. Dr Ernst Berger (1928-2006) collection, former director of the Antikenmuseum Basel, acquired in the 1960s. with Donati - Arte Classica, Lugano. Private collection, Europe, acquired from the above in November 2010.The chiselled hair seen on this head is similar to that found on monumental statues of around 350 B.C. attributed to Skopas and also the early work of Lysippos. The intense expression of the face is similar to a life size marble head of a youth in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, acc. no. 11.91.1, which is suggested as resembling the style of the works of the 4th Century sculptor Skopas. For another similar head to the above lot dating to the 4th Century B.C., see M. Comstock & C. Vermeule, Sculpture in Stone, the Greek, Roman and Etruscan Collections of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Boston, 1976, p. 44, fig. 62. The Boston head has been compared to the head of the Lysippic Agelaos at Delphi, circa 335 B.C.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Selection of Harry Potter Merchandise, including sealed quidditch card game set 2000, Mattel uno card game sealed 2000, three sealed sets of Harry Potter and the sorcerer’s stone chapter games, Quidditch, diagon alley and through the trapdoor 2001, Mattel sealed box 3-d game 2002, boxed harry potter card game in tin 2001, carta mundi sealed playing card set 2001, cart mundi round playing card set sealed 2001, carta mundi happy families 4 in 1 card games sealed, sets of wizards of the coast harry potter trading card game 2001, 2 two -player starter sets sealed and three sealed booster packs, Hogwarts style playing card tin 2016 sealed, (11 items)
An Edwardian 18ct gold five stone diamond ring, a graduated row of old European cut and Swiss cut diamonds, all claw set to the boat-shaped head, with carved scroll shoulders and a chevron section shank. Chester 1903, 3.79g.Finger size L-M approximatelyCondition report: Surface reaching inclusions to the diamonds.Shank slightly oval.Some wear to shank and a sizing join visible at base.Surface marks/scratches to mount.
A white gold sapphire and diamond ring, a circular mixed cut sapphire, with a stated weight of 2.00ct, double claw set to a plain collet with arched shoulders, each one channel set with four princess cut diamonds, to chevron-style cheniers and a plain shank, marked 18ct, 19.30 x 7.68mm including shoulders, 5.03g, finger size M,together with a matched 18ct white gold curved band ring,London 1991, 5.55g,finger size N LE (2)Condition report: Sapphire ring:Sapphire is nice and bright face up. There are some inclusions towards the edges of the stone that are visible with 10x magnification but not easily visible with the naked eye. There is some minor abrasion to one of the facet junctions on the crown, again visible with 10x magnification but not easily visible with the naked eye. The shank is not especially worn, it is the same width all the way round. There are minor surface marks/scratches to the shank.The ring has been later rhodium plated, some yellow is showing through at the base of the shank. Shank of sapphire ring is slightly oval.Slight wear to the setting edges of the diamonds, but all stones secure.Band ring:The finger size is N LE, not M LE as originally catalogued.Minor surface marks/scratches.
An 18ct gold carved head-style five stone diamond ring, a graduated row of brilliant cut diamonds, with an estimated total weight of approximately 1.00ct, claw set to the carved-style head, with tapered shoulders and a 'D' section shank. London 1980, 4.47g.Finger size MCondition report: Surface marks/scratches to mount.
A gold sapphire and diamond three stone ring, an oval mixed cut sapphire with a brilliant cut diamond at each side, all claw set to open tapered shoulders and a 'D' section shank. Tested as approximately 14ct gold, 3.04g.Finger size MCondition report: A surface reaching inclusion to the sapphire, and a couple of nibbles to the girdle.A surface reaching inclusion to one of the diamonds.Gemstones slightly dirty, would benefit from being cleaned.Surface marks/scratches to mount.Slight wear to the claws.
An 18ct white gold single stone diamond pendant, a brilliant cut diamond, with an estimated weight of approximately 0.38ct, bezel set to a plain collet with concealed suspension, Edinburgh 2004. Suspended on an 18ct white gold filed curb chain with bolt ring clasp, Sheffield. Chain 405mm long, 2.46gCondition report: Diamond measures approximately 4.70 x 2.97mm.No obvious signs of wear to chain.Minor surface marks to pendant mount.
A white gold single stone diamond ring, a transitional cut diamond, with an estimated weight of approximately 1.45ct, claw set to a pierced foliate collet. With tapered chenier shoulders and a plain shank. Tested as approximately 18ct gold, 1.92g. Diamond assessed as approximately:Colour: Q/RClarity: I1/I2Finger size LCondition report: Diamond measures approximately 7.75 - 7.80 x 3.94mm.Surface marks/scratches to mount.Shank slightly thinner at base.Underbezel of collet out of shape.Wear to one of the claws.Some surface reaching inclusions to the diamond.
A platinum single stone diamond ring by Tiffany & Co., a brilliant cut diamond, with a stated weight of 0.73ct, six claw set to chevron section shoulders and a slightly tapered shank. Marked PT950, TIFFANY & CO, 27531636, 0.73ct. 6.09g. With box and outer case.Finger size PAccompanied by a Tiffany & Co. Diamond Certificate, no. 27531636/L11230513, with a stated diamond weight of 0.73ct, colour G, clarity VS1.Condition report: Very minor surface marks/scratches to mount.Two solder joins visible under 10x magnification on inside base of shank, where ring has previously been sized. Slight scuffs to the edges of the outer case. Underneath of diamond very slightly dirty, would benefit from being cleaned.
An Edwardian 18ct gold opal and diamond seven stone ring, a graduated row of round cabochon opals, claw set, with pairs of old eight cut diamonds grain set between, to a scalloped gallery, slightly tapered shoulders and a 'D' section shank. Chester 1905. Head 16.5 x 6.0mm, 3.96g.Finger size Q approximatelyCondition report: Shank oval.Two solder joins visible near base of shank, where ring has been sized and an additional piece of gold added.Abrasions to the opals.Wear to the claws.Surface marks/scratches to mount.
An 18ct white gold aquamarine and diamond three stone ring, an emerald cut aquamarine, with a stated weight of 0.40ct, with a triangular brilliant cut diamond at each side, with a stated total weight of 0.18ct. All claw set to tapered shoulders and a plain shank. London 2005, 2.81g.Finger size NCondition report: A chip to the pavilion of the aquamarine, and nibbles to the crown facet junctions.
An 18ct gold single stone princess cut diamond ring, a princess cut diamond, with an estimated weight of approximately 0.95ct, four claw set in white gold, to yellow gold shoulders claw set with a trefoil of brilliant cut diamonds, and a tapered 'D' section shank. Birmingham 1994, 4.42g. Princess cut diamond assessed as approximately:Colour: G/HClarity: SI1/SI2Finger size O¼Condition report: Princess cut diamond measures approximately 5.48 x 5.36 x 3.92mm.Minor surface marks/scratches to mount.
A white gold single stone diamond pendant, a brilliant cut diamond, with an estimated weight of approximately 0.20ct, rub set to the triangular pendant, with fixed bale, tested as approximately 18ct gold. Suspended on a 9ct gold curb link chain with bolt ring clasp, Birmingham 2012. Pendant 16 x 10mm, chain 475mm long, 2.78gCondition report: Chain worn. Surface marks to mounting.
An 18ct gold single stone diamond ring, a brilliant cut diamond, with an estimated weight of approximately 0.98ct, claw set to a white scroll collet. With yellow gold tapered chenier shoulders and a plain shank. Import hallmark London 1990, 2.48g. Diamond assessed as approximately:Colour: H/IClarity: SI1/SI2Finger size MCondition report: Diamond measures approximately 6.50 - 6.43 x 3.71mm.Some wear to the claws and slight wear to the sides of the underbezel.Surface marks/scratches to mount.Shank slightly thinner at base.
A white gold single stone emerald pendant, an oval mixed cut emerald, 7.01 x 4.98 x 3.83mm, four claw set to an articulated bale. Suspended on a curb link chain with bolt ring clasp. Marked 9K. Chain 460mm long, 1.00gCondition report: Surface reaching inclusions to the emerald.No signs of wear to the chain.
An 18ct gold emerald and diamond three stone ring, a baguette cut emerald, with a stated weight of 0.22ct, with a triangular brilliant cut diamond at each side, with a stated total weight of 0.15ct, all flush set, to a tapered chevron section shank. London 1998, 3.75g.Finger size NCondition report: Some surface reaching inclusions to the emerald.Minor surface marks to mount.
A black opal and diamond ring, a circular cabochon black opal, 7.32-7.25 x 2.90mm, four claw set, with old eight cut diamonds grain set to the shoulders, and a grooved shank. Tested as approximately platinum. 2.46g.Finger size OCondition report: Opal is a solid opal, not a doublet, with the play-of-colour largely confined to the top surface/table. Opal slightly loose in setting. Underneath of opal and diamonds a little dirty, would benefit from being cleaned.Underbezel split from shank on one side. Some wear to claws, one claw slightly away from stone.Some minor scratches/abrasions to the crown of the opal, visible under 10x magnification, not easily visible with the naked eye.Surface marks/scratches to mount.Solder joins visible on either side of shank where half shank has been replaced.
A pair of Edwardian gold peridot drop earrings, a circular mixed cut peridot claw set to a rex collet, with a pear cut peridot claw set to an articulated collet below, with hook fittings, tested as approximately 9ct gold, 35mm long, together with a 9ct gold five stone peridot ring, Birmingham 2007. 4.52g total.Finger size M (3)Condition report: Minor surface marks/scratches to mounting of all.Earring hook fittings slightly out of shape.Some nibbles to the facet junctions of the peridots to the earrings.
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