A Chinese Hand Scroll Painting By Fan Kuan 212 x 34cm. Song dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
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A Chinese Hand Scroll Painting By Dong Yuan 205 x 33cm. Five dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
Four Pages of Chinese Scroll Painting By Zheng Banqiao 136 x 33cm. Qing dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Hand Scroll Painting By Jing Hao 34 x 210cm. Five dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Scroll Painting By Lan Ying 110 x 36cm. Ming dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
A Chinese Blue and White Dragon Jae H: 30cm; W: 34cm. Yuan dynasty. Johann Wilhelm Normann Munthe (1864-1935), military officer and art collector. Munthe was born in Bergen, Norway, in July 1864. After receiving military education at the Cavalry Cadet School (Kavaleriets underoffiserskole), he came to China in 1887 and served in the Chinese Customs. He later held various positions, including commander and chief of staff in Yuan Shikai's cavalry. He lived in China for over 50 years and collected more than 2,500 Chinese cultural relics, many of which were scattered remnants from the Yuanmingyuan (Old Summer Palace) that were in private hands. His collection included stone carvings, jade artifacts, bronze objects, ceramics, paintings, silk embroidery, and the most extraordinary pieces were the stone carvings from the Yuanmingyuan. Munthe was a passionate collector of Chinese art. His collection comprised porcelain, paintings, costumes, bronze sculptures, and marble statues. On multiple occasions, Munthe entrusted a significant number of porcelain and paintings to British & Foreign Marine Ins, Co., Ltd for transportation to his hometown in Norway, where they were handed over to his family. Some of Munthe's family members donated a portion of the collection to museums, while the remaining substantial collection was preserved. The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum in Bergen, Norway, and The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon both have a large number of artworks donated by General Munthe. Munthe passed away in Beijing in 1935 and was buried in the British Municipal Cemetery in Tianjin.
Three silver pocket watches, Three silver pocket watches, to include an open face pocket watch by H.Stone, Leeds, a hunter pocket watch, a fob watch, and a silver Albert chain, case diameters 32 to 52mm, gross weight 312g. Overall condition fair to goodHunter pocket watch - working at time of cataloguing, movement unsigned, case with hallmarks for Birmingham, numbered 705816, front cover does not close toH. Stone - not working at time of cataloguing, overwound, movement signed, case with hallmarks for Birmingham, numbered 674522Fob watch - not working at time of cataloguing, Swiss marks, case numbered 70209, bow deficient
An 18ct gold sapphire and diamond three stone ring, An 18ct gold sapphire and diamond three stone ring, the circular shape sapphire with brilliant cut diamond sides, import marks for London, ring size K1/2, gross weight 3.2g. Overall condition good to fairScratches and abrasion in keeping with general wearRing resized
An 18ct gold diamond five stone ring, An 18ct gold diamond five stone ring, the brilliant cut diamond line within shared claw settings, estimated total diamond weight 1.15cts, estimated colour J-K, estimated clarity SI, hallmarks for London, ring size N, gross weight 3.9g.Overall condition good to fairScratches and discolouration in keeping with occasional wearDiamonds bright and well matched - with a few scattered dark inclusions visible only with magnification
A diamond three stone ring, A diamond three stone ring, the circular cut diamond line with tapered shoulders, estimated total diamond weight 1.55cts, estimated colour I-J, estimated clarity P1-P2, stamped 18ct & Plat, ring size N, gross weight 3.5g.Overall condition good to fairScratches and discolouration in keeping with general wearRing band thinning very slightlyDiamonds brightPrincipal stone with a SR fracture to table and crown facets, internal fractures and inclusions visible with the unaided eye, side diamonds, one with a large dark SR inclusion under table facet, the other with scattered light and dark inclusions
A platinum diamond band ring, A platinum diamond band ring, the princess cut diamond line inset to the polished band, estimated total diamond weight 1.40cts, estimated colour J-K, estimated clarity SI-P2, hallmarks for London, ring size R, gross weight 8.3g.Overall condition good to fairScratches and discolouration in keeping with occasional wearDiamonds bright and well matched - with scattered light and dark inclusions visible only with magnificationOne diamond with chip to culet, visible through table facet of stone
Two 18ct gold gem set dress rings, Two 18ct gold gem set dress rings, to include an early 20th century turquoise and diamond cluster ring, together with a diamond three stone ring, estimated total diamond weight 0.25ct, ring sizes K and N1/2, SF, gross weight 5.6g. Overall condition fairTurquoise ring - one diamond deficient, hallmarks for Birmingham, 1906, ring band slightly thinning, sponsor's marks SB&SLDDiamond three stone - diamonds well matched, stamped 18ct and Plat
An 18ct gold emerald and diamond cluster pendant, An 18ct gold emerald and diamond cluster pendant, the oval emerald cabochon weighing approx. 7.50cts within a brilliant cut diamond surround, suspended from a 9ct gold fancy link chain, estimated total diamond weight 1.45cts, length of pendant 3.2cm, length of chain 46cm, gross weight 15.2g.Overall condition fair to goodEmerald with inclusions visible with the unaided eye, giving the stone a translucent to opaque effect, a few surface reaching fractures extending across the stone, a couple of dark inclusions visible with magnificationDiamonds bright and well matchedSponsor's marks HM
A platinum diamond three stone ring, A platinum diamond three stone ring, the brilliant cut diamond line with tapered shoulders, estimated total diamond weight 1.50cts, estimated colour I-J, estimated clarity P2, hallmarks for Birmingham, ring size K1/2, AF, gross weight 5.3g.Overall condition fair to goodBand splitDiamonds well matched - with scattered inclusions and fractures (some SR) visible with the unaided eye
Two gem set dress rings, Two gem set dress rings, to include a 9ct gold aquamarine and diamond dress ring, together with an star diopside single stone ring, ring sizes Q and R1/2, gross weight 10.6g. Overall conditon good to fairAquamarine ring - hallmarks for Birmingham, very light abrasion, ring resizedStar diopside ring - approx. 15 carats, dimensions of star diopside 19 x 13.75 x 10mm, metal unmarked, ring resized
A RED HARDSTONE RING, BY JOHN LEWIS, the tapered silver mount centering an oval red hardstone, mounted in silver, maker's marks, ring size K* This lot is sold without a reserveJohn Lewis began his career as a silversmith designing unique and original pieces of jewellery. As his success grew, he started to work with other materials, namely gold and precious stones. With his wife Louise, they built a thriving company, she looked after the business side and John focused solely on the creative output.Their store on Newbury Street in Boston, one of the most fashionable areas in the city, located in a 19th century brownstone building, shared the street with other well-known brands including Armani, Laura Ashley and Pierre Deux. He became very well-known for his iconic loop necklaces and bracelets, examples of which we can see in this auction. The simple yet elegant design was an instant success and worn by famous clients who enjoyed the expert craftsmanship and beauty of the jewellery. His work does not come often on the auction market, and this is rare opportunity for collectors to obtain one of his unique designs.Condition Report: The red hardstone measuring approximately 11.50 x 9.60mm, light wear to stone surface. Mount with normal signs of wear and light oxidation. Stamped Sterling and with maker's marks. Overall in good condition. Total gross weight approximately 4.72 grams.
A CULTURED PEARL, GEM-SET AND DIAMOND NECKLACE, composed of three rows of round cultured pearls of cream tint, to an oval clasp set with a doublet red stone, framed by rose-cut diamonds and circular-cut rubies, length approximately 68.5cm* This lot is sold without a reserveCondition Report: Pearls are well matched, some are slightly off-round, medium luster. Golden and pink overtones and typical growth features visible, some with small dents. One random pearl measuring approximately 9.3 x 8.9 x 9.1mm. The central stone on the clasp is a doublet (a composition of gemstones), diamonds and rubies with regular wear, scratches and rubbed facets. Clasp stamped K18. Scratches to metal surfaces on clasp. Clasp closes securely. Overall in good condition. Total gross weight approximately 201 grams.
A GREEN HARDSTONE RING, BY JOHN LEWIS, the tapered silver mount centering an oval green hardstone, mounted in silver, maker's mark, ring size K* This lot is sold without a reserveJohn Lewis began his career as a silversmith designing unique and original pieces of jewellery. As his success grew, he started to work with other materials, namely gold and precious stones. With his wife Louise, they built a thriving company, she looked after the business side and John focused solely on the creative output.Their store on Newbury Street in Boston, one of the most fashionable areas in the city, located in a 19th century brownstone building, shared the street with other well-known brands including Armani, Laura Ashley and Pierre Deux. He became very well-known for his iconic loop necklaces and bracelets, examples of which we can see in this auction. The simple yet elegant design was an instant success and worn by famous clients who enjoyed the expert craftsmanship and beauty of the jewellery. His work does not come often on the auction market, and this is rare opportunity for collectors to obtain one of his unique designs.Condition Report: The green hardstone measuring approximately 11.30 x 9.40mm. Wear to stone surface, black inclusions visible to the naked eye. Mount with normal signs of wear and oxidation. Stamped Sterling and with maker's mark. Overall in good condition. Total gross weight is approximately 4.56 grams
A DIAMOND TWO-STONE RING, composed of two European-cut diamonds within collet setting, between single-cut diamond shoulders, ring size K½Condition Report: Diamonds: bright and livelyNormal signs of wear, overall in good conditionWhite metal unmarked and untestedTotal gross weight approx. 4.2g
A GROUP OF VICTORIAN JEWELLERY, comprising of a citrine and turquoise brooch, a seed pearl and black enamel mourning brooch, a miniature with paste pendant, a citrine and seed pearl brooch, a circular mourning brooch with bow, a pair of citrine earrings, an amethyst and paste brooch, two mourning brooches, an amethyst and seed pearl pendant on chain, total gross weight approx. 84.70g* This lot is sold without a reserveCondition Report: One brooch with brownish-orange citrine quartz (medium to dark tone) at the centre and four turquoise cabochons well matched in colour - normal signs of wear - clasp secure - total gross weight approx. 12.4g - unmarked, possibly goldOne brooch with light yellow - seed pearls around with good lustre, overall well matched, normal signs of wear, overall in good condition - total gross weight approx. 10g - unmarked, possibly goldOne brooch with purple stone at the centre, possibly amethyst - and colourless paste stone around - mounted in silver and goldOne pendant brooch - one side with portrait photo, the reverse with braided hair - normal wear - stamped 9K gold - total gross weight approx. 7.3gOne brooch - with glazed compartment with braided hair - obvious wear - total gross weight approx. 4.4gOne pendant - with miniature of a gentleman - paste colourless stones around - glazed compartment on the reverse with chip, mounted in possibly silver and goldOne brooch - the reverse with inscriptions: 'My mother, Obt 19 Jan 1854 etc...' - front with glazed compartment with braided hair, seed pearls around, enamel or black onyx frame with a couple of cracks - possibly mounted in silver and gold, total gross weight approx. 17.10gOne brooch - with glazed compartment and braided hair within foliate frame, possibly gold - with security chain - normal wear, total gross weight approx. 3.2gEarrings: citrines - of yellow light hue - overall well matched in colour - total gross weight approx. 10g - unmarkedOne pendant chain: star pendant centring circular-cut amethyst and seed pearl rays - stamped 9CT - suspending from chain, possibly 9K gold - normal signs of wear, overall in good condition - total gross weight approx. 5.9g
A FIVE-STONE DIAMOND RING, of bi-coloured design, set with five graduated brilliant-cut diamonds in raised openwork mounts, to tapered shoulders, mounted in 18K gold, ring size K ½Condition Report: Estimated calculated weight of diamonds approximately 0.40, 0.20, 0.20, 0.10, 0.10cts, approximately SI clarity, approximately J-K colour. One smaller diamond with chip on table. Metal surfaces with scratches and nicks. Maker's mark JM and stamped 18CT. Overall in good condition. Total gross weight approximately 4.85 grams.
A LAPIS LAZULI RING, BY JOHN LEWIS, Bezel-set with a cabochon lapis lazuli, total gross weight approx. 14.8g, in 14K gold, ring size I* This lot is sold without a reserveJohn Lewis began his career as a silversmith designing unique and original pieces of jewellery. As his success grew, he started to work with other materials, namely gold and precious stones. With his wife Louise, they built a thriving company, she looked after the business side and John focused solely on the creative output.Their store on Newbury Street in Boston, one of the most fashionable areas in the city, located in a 19th century brownstone building, shared the street with other well-known brands including Armani, Laura Ashley and Pierre Deux. He became very well-known for his iconic loop necklaces and bracelets, examples of which we can see in this auction. The simple yet elegant design was an instant success and worn by famous clients who enjoyed the expert craftsmanship and beauty of the jewellery. His work does not come often on the auction market, and this is rare opportunity for collectors to obtain one of his unique designs.Condition Report: Stone measured within the limitations of the mount, estimated measurement approximately 2.6cm 1.4cm. Calcite and pyrite visible. Surface wear has made the stone a bit rough and therefore unpolished on an area. Stamped 14K and with maker's mark Very light surface scratches to metal. Overall in good condition. Total gross weight approximately 14.8 grams.
A RETRO DIAMOND RING, CIRCA 1940, The frontispiece set with an old brilliant-cut diamond accented with four rose-cut diamonds within star motifs, mounted in 18K gold, French import mark, ring size L½Condition Report: Diamonds: central stone approx. 0.15ct - one rose-cut diamond slightly chippedOwl mark for 18K gold imported in FranceSigns on hoop of resizing bandNormal signs of wearTotal gross weight approx. 11.1g
A GROUP OF 9 RINGS, six rings set with old-cut or brilliant-cut diamonds, one three stone-ring with ruby at centre between two old brilliant-cut diamonds, one ring with blue heart-shaped stone between brilliant-cut diamond shoulders, mounted in gold or platinum, various sizes (see condition report), total gross weight approx. 22.9gCondition Report: Diamonds: bright and livelyTotal gross weight approx. 22.9gRing sizes: K½, J½, L, L½, R ½, L½, K, R½, M
A DIAMOND BROOCH OF CIRCULAR DESIGN the eighteen old European and transitional cut diamonds collet-set with millegrain edging in unmarked white metal, the largest stone measuring c.10 pts and the smallest c.5 pts, with a combined estimated total carat weight of c.1.2cts, the brooch measures 2.3cm wide and is housed in an 'S.J. Phillips Ltd.' presentation case
EDWARD MEYRICK GOULBURN AND HENRY SYMONDS: THE ANCIENT SCULPTURES IN THE ROOF OF NORWICH CATHEDRAL.. TO WHICH IS ADDED A HISTORY OF THE SEE OF NORWICH FROM ITS FOUNDATION TO THE DISSOLUTION OF THE MONASTRIES BY EDWARD MEYRICK GOULBURN AND EDWARD HAILSTONES, London, The Autotype Fine Art Company, Norwich, Henry W Stacy, 1876, folio, original calf back decorative cloth gilt, all edges gilt, armorial book plate of Josiah Bavasseur plus MONTAGUE RHODES JAMES: THE SCULPTURE BOSSES IN THE ROOF OF THE BAUCHUN CHAPEL OF OUR LADY OF PITY IN NORWICH CATHEDRAL, Norwich, 1908, first edition, folio, original cloth backed boards plus MARTIAL ROSE & JULIA HEDGECOE: STORIES IN STONE THE MEDIEVIL ROOF CARVINGS OF NORWICH CATHEDRAL, London, Herbert Press, 1997, first edition, 4to, original pictorial wraps (3)
AGATHA CHRISTIE: AFTER THE FUNERAL, London, Collins for The Crime Club, 1953 first edition, inscription on ffep, original cloth d/w (losses) plus OSCAR WILDE: DE PROFUNDIS, London, Methuen, 1905 first edition, Colonial Library, original cloth worn and soiled plus JOHN DICKSON CARR: THE BRIDE OF NEWGATE, London, Hamish Hamilton, 1950 first edition, inscriptions on ffep, original cloth worn and soiled, inner joints weak plus T H WHITE: THE SWORD IN THE STONE, London, Collins, 1938 first edition, Ex Lib, original cloth very worn and soiled, inner joints weak plus P G WODEHOUSE: JEEVES OMNIBUS, London, Herbert Jenkins, 1931 first edition, original cloth very worn and soiled, inner joints weak (5)
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