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Lot 59
A masterfully carved white jade. It shows the image of a large crab, with a thick carapace and wide claws, arranged on a curved branch of water lilies, with coiled stems, broad leaves and fine flowers that blend in with the crustacean. It is set on a carved wooden base, with details of curling openwork water lilies, made to size. Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) or later.Size: 4 x 11 x 13.5 cmWeight: 510 g
Lot 40
Jade of an intense greenish hue, carved in a single piece, in the form of a dish, adorned with a central medallion, which houses the image in relief of a ferocious traditional dragon, with a thin, elongated and coiled body, robust legs, a curly tail and an intimidating expression crowned by two large horns. Surrounding the image of the mythical beast are two levels of petals in relief, arranged concentrically, emulating the morphology of a flower. It shows patina due to age. Qing dynasty or later. Height: 1.2 cm; Diameter: 16.8 cmWeight: 301.8 g
Lot 18
White jade with amber flecks. Carved in the form of a flat oval pendant with a central hole. Small, elongated dragons with sturdy legs and sinuous tails, carved in relief, climb over the pendant. The back of the pendant is decorated with spirals. It shows age-related wear. Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) or later. Size: 5.5 x 1.7 x 3.4 cmWeight: 54 g
Lot 58
White jade carved in the form of a double seal, consisting of two quadrangular bases, joined at the top by a thick arch, through which slides a sinuous dragon with a slender and elongated body, supported by four sturdy legs and a curled tail, and ending in a thick head, where the large open eyes and wide snout stand out. Both bases are stamped in low relief with ‘?????’ and ‘????’. Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) or later.Size: 2.8 x 2.5 x 5.5 cmWeight: 70 g
Lot 118
White jade with a slight golden undertone, carved in the form of the Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara, also known as ‘???’ or Guanyin. She is shown erect on a narrow lotiform throne, with both legs stretched out and slightly apart, torso straight and head facing forward. The left arm is arranged with the hand raised in ‘vitarka mudra’ and the right arm lowered in ‘varada mudra’. The expression is serene, with closed eyes and lips drawing a subtle smile, framed by long ears and a beautiful lotus crown that gathers his fine hair. The deity is lavishly adorned with jewellery, including bracelets, pendants and large earrings. The slender body has a bare torso and the legs are covered by a dhoti tied at the waist, while a fine scarf drapes over her shoulders and is draped with great dynamism across her body. On her back there is a niche of intertwined, ascending flames that holds the goddess. It shows patina from ageing. Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) or later.Size: 17 x 3.5 x 7.9 cmWeight: 322 g
Lot 260
Made of white jade with brown spots. Ornament ‘??’ (Yù huáng) in a semi-circular shape, with a jagged outline and a surface covered with a relief of a dotted or rice-grain pattern. It has two holes for attaching it to clothing. Zhou Dynasty (2nd - 221 BC) or later.Size: 4 x 0.9 x 7.8 cmWeight: 50 g
Lot 42
Yellow jade with subtle golden flecks. It is carved in the form of a beautiful fish, with a scaled body, detailed fins in relief, round eyes and a thick belly, surrounded by an elongated branch of water lily that it holds from its mouth, and whose flower rests in the upper area. The piece is set on a carved wooden base, with openwork and relief details of curling waves. Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) or later. Size: 13 x 2.5 x 8 cmWeight: 225 g
Lot 280
Carved white jade, covered by a patina produced by ageing, with reddish and ochre tones. It is tubular, slightly narrower in the middle and hollow in the centre. The exterior is covered with archaic-style reliefs between which climbs a stylized dragon with a sinuous body and curled tail. Size: 6.3 x 2.5 x 3 cmWeight: 83.8 g
Lot 39
Yellow jade ?? (Huáng yù) from Hetian in the form of a plate carved on both sides. It changes from inside to outside with caramel-coloured spots on the surface. The front face has two dragons facing each other, and the back face has curling clouds. In the centre is an empty space. At the upper end it is tied with a cord and a bead (posterior). In very good condition. It represents the ‘????’ (Double dragon Tai Chi) which according to Taoist ideology is a concept of duality that refers to opposite but complementary fundamental forces. Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) or later.Size: 6.3 x 1.3 x 4.3 cmWeight: 76 gProvenance: Collection of Tommy Lam, Hong Kong, from 1980.
Lot 22
A light-coloured carved jade covered with a reddish-gold patina. It has an elliptical base and a narrow, rounded body, decorated on both sides with long incised poems, one of which is set above a fine relief image of two old men under the shade of a tree. With base and box to size. Size: 9 x 4.5 x 5.5 cmWeight: 278 g
Lot 262
A carved jade of a reddish-brown hue with ochre flecks. It is in the shape of a traditional “Bi” disc, with a flat surface and a circular hole in the centre. It is decorated on both sides, with the image of two intimidating beasts in relief on the front, with a fierce gaze, wide snout and curled horns. On the back is an incised decoration of borders arranged in concentric circles. Warring States period (481/403-221 BC) or later.Diameter: 7.7 cm; Thickness: 1.5 cmWeight: 125 gProvenance: Collection of Tommy Lam, Hong Kong, from 1980.
Lot 76
A carved white jade archer's ring (??). It has a cylindrical body with a hollow interior and thick walls, with a flat, slightly sloping upper rim. It is decorated on the outside with four circular medallions containing traditional characters in relief, set against a background decorated with incised concentric diamond patterns. Qing dynasty (1644-1912) or later. This type of ring is placed on the thumb of the right hand, which is the thumb of the right hand, to hook the string when practising archery. Over time they have become more decorative than functional. Other jade jewellery for men were: pendants and belts. Height: 2.6 cm; Outside diameter: 3.5 cm; Inside diameter: 2.2 cmWeight: 38 g
Lot 274
White jade figure, with a reddish-yellow spot on the forehead. Carved in the form of a mythical beast, ‘??’ (bìxié) to ward off evil spirits, with a lion's body, wings, a half-open mouth with large teeth, a puckered expression, bulging eyes, a raised head, beard and fur on the face. All the elements are either in relief, openwork or engraved.The form of the ‘lion’ or mythical beast in ancient Chinese myths and legends is derived from the transliteration of ancient Sanskrit. Images of these figures are depicted on ancient textiles, belt buckles, seals, bells or buttons to ward off evil spirits. In the southern dynasties, stone statues were often found in front of tombs for the same reason. Han Dynasty (206 BC-220 AD) or later.Size: 4.2 x 2.2 x 5.6 cmWeight: 45 gProvenance: Collection of Tommy Lam, Hong Kong, from 1980.
Lot 281
Carved white jade with greyish veins. It consists of three pieces: ‘??’ in the shape of an old man, with a rectangular body, triangular head and flared foot; ‘??’ a ‘cong’ amulet of rectangular shape and perforated interior, decorated with incised characters; and ‘???’ in the shape of a square base that rises towards a smaller square surface. The three pieces are hung on a knotted decorative cord. Han Dynasty (206 BC–AD 220) or later.Size: 3.4 x 1.9 x 1 cm; 2.6 x 1.1 x 1.1 cm; 2.2 x 2.3 x 0.8 cmTotal weight: 26 g
Lot 50
Jade of an intense spinach-green colour, with light brownish flecks. Carved in the form of a thin rectangular plaque, decorated on both sides with delicate engraved details covered with gold pigment, which highlights the image against the dark green background. The front face shows the central image of the Buddha seated on a large lotus wheel with his legs in the ‘bhumisparsha mudra’ position and his left arm in his lap with his palm facing the sky. The deity, framed by a double circular halo, shows a serene expression, with closed eyes, long ears, hair in a high bun and a thin robe covering his body. Around her, a large celestial court is shown, made up of multiple figures, carrying offerings and ritual elements such as dorjes, food or Dharmas shells, and among them are elongated, fierce dragons, together with a cluster of ruyi clouds and lotuses in bloom. On the back is an elongated poem.The jade piece is set in a custom-made wooden frame of a reddish undertone with relief detailing. Qing dynasty (1644-1912) or later. Size: 44.3 x 14.5 x 30 cm
Lot 125
A vitreous paste of beautiful translucent pinkish-reddish colour, known as Liulí, ‘??’ or ‘colored polish’ in English. It shows the image of the six-armed Mahakala with a fierce expression on his three faces, accentuated by bulging eyes, scowls and open mouth. The wrathful demeanour is emphasized by his dynamic posture in ‘alidhasana’ with his feet on two small prone beings and his multiple outstretched arms, carrying in them attributes such as a capala, an elephant skin, a long snake, or a khatvanga staff. He is adorned with fine beaded jewellery, a billowing sash and a long skin covering his thighs, while his hair is tied up in a high bun, and is topped by a beautiful foliated tiara. The figure stands on a lotiform throne framed by a halo of flames and surrounded by a fine celestial scarf draped over her shoulders. This representation of the deity refers to delusion and the many worldly attachments that must be overcome in order to attain enlightenment. The ‘??’ (Liúlí) is a precious material that was introduced from ancient times via the Silk Road. In China it is considered as one of the most precious materials (gold, silver, jade, coloured enamel, ceramics and bronze), and as one of the ‘Seven Treasures of Buddhism’. The main component is lead-barium glass which, because of its risk, was used exclusively for decorative objects. The composition was obtained from the by-products of bronze smelting, which were refined and processed. More than 30 colours were available.Made after the models of the Yongle period of the Ming dynasty. Ming - Qing Dynasty or later. Size: 20 x 8.5 x 16 cmWeight: 2769 g
Lot 111
Carved white jade, milky with subtle ochre flecks. It is carved in small beads with a circular profile, flat body and rounded edges. The ‘Malas’ or ‘??’, are elements used for prayer in the Buddhist religion, as an instrument of the Dharma that helps the wearer to count the prayers or mantras recited.Height: 10 mm; Diameter: 13 mm (approx.)Weight: 384 g
Lot 586
A celadon jade figure of Guanyin, late Qing/Republican period, resting on a garden seat, 16cm high with wooden stand The flower in the figures hand has been broken off and neatly glued back. There is some glue residue to underside. Minor chip to hem of robe at base. The little wooden stand is chipped and the little feet are broken off it.
Lot 569
After Qui Ying in imitation of Zhang Ze Duan, hand scroll painting, ink and colour on paper, late Qing dynasty, depicting a village landscape scene, signed with separate panel with calligraphy and red seal, the outer green fabric decorated with butterflies, the scroll tied with a piece of jade, the landscape panel 382cm long x 32cm wide, the calligraphy panel 106cm long x 29cm wide, the whole scroll 989cm long x 36cm wide close ups showing damage and wear
Lot 645
A Tibetan silver mounted prayer wheel, with turquoise and coral coloured set cabochons and jade band, 21cm long CONDITION REPORT:The chain link dropper is detached but present, and the handle has some slight play in it. The finial leans slightly to one side. The cast details show some build up of dirt or polish residue.
Lot 296
An early 20th century jade pendant, the carved shaped rectangular panel depicting a bird amongst foliage, mounted in yellow metal with plain polished bale, 5.5cm long, 17gms Condition report: A few cracks seen to the carved panel, seen in images. General surface scratches and blemishes seen, commensurate of age and use. Mount doesn't align fully to the pendant baleGeneral surface scratches, blemishes and thinning seen to the mount, commensurate of age and use. Residue seen to the carving, will benefit from cleaning.
Lot 774
A group of pearl necklaces, including a freshwater pearl two row necklace, on a 14k yellow gold clasp; together with a cultured pearl single row necklace, on a 14k yellow gold clasp, suspending a jade coloured carved pendant; a single row of multicoloured cultured pearls, on a 14k yellow gold clasp; a strand of cultured pearls and lapis lazuli with yellow metal spacers; a graduated cultured pearl necklace, on a silver and marcasite clasp; a button pearl necklace; other faux pearl and mother of pearl necklaces etc (11)
Lot 813
A small collection of 9ct gold, yellow metal, plated pendants, etc, to include a 9ct gold & turquoise stud; gold double sided Egyptian cartouche pendant (tested 9ct+) marked with Egyptian marks; 9ct gold aqua green and white stone pendent, together with yellow metal jade type pendants, Lalique flower bud pendant, rolled gold St Christopher, etc. (9)
Lot 833
Three 9ct yellow gold and purple stone rings, including an amethyst and diamond ring, size T, total gross weight approximately 3.3g; a tanzanite and diamond ring, size V, total gross weight approximately 4.4g; and an amethyst, diamond and purple jade ring, size T, total gross weight approximately 2.9g
Lot 856
An 18ct yellow gold and emerald five stone ring, size K1/2, total gross weight approximately 2.5g; together with a pair of early 20th century 9ct yellow gold and jade earrings, screw back fittings, total gross weight approximately 4g; and a silver and green enamel bracelet, having six panels with floral enamel detail, the clasp stamped 'Harmony', total gross weight approximately 21.7g
Lot 474
A group of silver costume Jewellery, including a 9 ct gold elephant pendant and chain 22cm long, an oval nephrite jade pendant and chain with spring clip clasp, blue paste foil backed necklace 23 cm long, two hinged silver bangles one with bamboo design and the other with foliate engraving, a silver abalone shell ring, ring size I, a mother of pearl leaf necklace and chain and other items with three boxesCondition Report: 9 ct gross weight 1 gram silver gross weight 50 grams
Lot 425
A Chinese jade carved panel inset in pierced and carved wooden stand, ht. 15cm; a pale celadon jade belt hook.In good condition. WE TAKE GREAT CARE in the accuracy of our condition reports and may record damage and restoration if obvious. The information is provided in good faith along with detailed photographs where requested and is for guidance only. However, this does not imply that there may not be further condition issues associated with the lot and we DO NOT provide any guarantee to the buyer.WE STRONGLY ADVISE BIDDERS TO EXAMINE PERSONALLY ANY LOT THEY ARE INTERESTED IN BEFORE THE AUCTION.
Lot 315
Chinese celadon jade carving of a recumbent kylin, Qing Dynasty, on a padouk stand, 9cm, and another Chinese brown jade carving of a mythical creature. (2)CONDITION REPORT: There is discolouration and staining to areas of the kylin. There are also surface scratches and staining with age-related surface marks to the stand. There are minor surface marks to the smaller piece.
Lot 326A
An antique Chinese jade and coloured hardstone mounted silver hand mirror, Qing dynasty, with repoussé decoration worked with eight Buddhist symbols alternating with various hardstone cabochons around a central pale celadon jade plaque carved with rock work and blossoming peony, with celadon jade dragon form belt hook handle, with floral engraved silver and bat mounts, 24 cm long, total weight 328 grams
Lot 196
A GOLD AND JADE BROOCH AND A GOLD AND JADE BRACELET (2)The jade panel probably originally one half of a buckle, carved with a bird and a flower, the mount detailed 10k, the bracelet formed as a row of character links alternating with circular jade panels, the snap clasp detailed indistinctly 14k (one jade panel lacking, but present) combined gross weight 26 gramsCONDITION REPORTOne panel of jade from the bracelet is loose as the claws are broken, the safety chain is also broken and the tongue of the clasp is lacking so the bracelet does not close. There are also some links between panels that are broken as seen in the image. the panels individually measure 14.4mm in diameter.The brooch measures 38.7mm x 34.5mm and is in overall good condition
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