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Carved white jade pendant, with ochre and brownish spots. It has the shape of a fan or half ellipse, with two bodies of different widths, strategically joined and crowned by a scroll ornament reminiscent of traditional jade combs.On the obverse side there are seven small tapirs carved in great detail. They are standing upright on their four legs, as if they were climbing up the jade, adding great dynamism to the composition. The reverse is adorned, in each of the arches, by a succession of archaic motifs and scrolls. It shows wear and patina due to age. Size: 15.5 x 2.1 x 6.5 cmWeight: 175 g 

Hetian white jade disk carved in the shape of a “Bi”, decorated with incised details. It shows, on the front side, a beautiful landscape with mountains and pagodas divided by a long river crossed by a bridge accompanied by two poems “天平山上白云泉 , 云自无心水自闲”. The reverse shows four evenly arranged characters “东花梨欄”.With custom-made box. Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1912).Diameter: 5.6 cm; Thickness: 0.6 cmJade weight: 44 g

A masterfully carved white jade. It shows the image of an elderly man, as indicated by the wrinkles on his face, dressed in traditional clothing. The old man stands with his legs slightly apart and his back curved, leaning on a small barrel. The meticulousness of the details, such as the folds of the clothes, the old man's expression and the wooden slats of the barrel, and the dynamism of the composition, which make the scene seem real, are remarkable in this piece. Size: 5.8 x 2.2 x 4.1 cmWeight: 57.4 g

Carved Hetian jade, light tonality with slight ochre stains. It shows the figure of Buddha, seated with his legs in lotus position and his hands resting on his lap in “dhyana mudra”, in a meditation gesture. The face barely reflects expression, and shows a serene countenance with the eyes and mouth closed in a relaxed manner. A long robe covers his body, generating folds, imitating the natural fall of the fabric. The deity is arranged in a grotto, represented by steep stones, from which a fine flowering tree emerges. On the reverse, between the rocks, are incised the following characters “御製, 天氣正清和, 庆西, 乾释如来世” Jade size: 14.3 x 7.5 x 12 cm; Wooden base size: 4.5 x 9.5 x 9.5 x 14 cmWeight jade 1550 g

Small carved jade, light toned, with reddish and amber spots. It shows an animal, similar in shape to a goat, lying on its four legs bent under the belly, with its head raised, crowned by a long horn, and looking straight ahead. The expression is serene, with open eyes and closed mouth pierced by a small hole. Size: 6 x 2.3 x 5.8 cm Weight: 119 g

A superbly carved, light-coloured Hetian jade figure with soft reddish flecks. It depicts a scene full of dynamism, with beautiful mandarin fish and carp swimming in an agitated manner, surrounded by small, joyful children climbing among elongated flowering lotus branches and winding waves. A large fish is arranged on the right side, with its mouth open and its body covered with detailed scales, partially covered by the blossoming lotus branches, from which small children playfully climb, as if in a game. On the left side are two other smaller fish, one with a long curled tongue, swimming dynamically among the high curved waves. The rare appearance of a Mandarin fish and a carp together is a symbol of prosperity and wealth in Chinese culture. Size: 11 x 62 x 13.7 cmJade weight: 524 g

Carved jade ‘Turtle’ pendant, Qing dynastyA small jade pendant with a reddish-golden hue. It has a slightly oval shape, trimmed at the upper and lower ends and a flat, rounded profile that faithfully imitates the morphology of a turtle's shell, with incised details of the geometric and hexagonal patterns that characterize this type of animal. The turtle, in traditional Chinese culture, is considered one of the four celestial animals and is a symbol of longevity, peace and harmony. Size: 4.2 x 2 x 5 cmWeight: 67.2 g

Small carved jade image. Covered in patina produced by ageing, with a reddish-brown colour that contrasts with patches of whitish tonality. It shows an archaic representation of a simplified human face or mask, with large almond-shaped eyes, a wide nose and a thin incised mouth. The lower part is rounded, while the upper part is completely flat. Size: 2.8 x 3.2 x 5 cmWeight: 52.2 g

Beautiful jade carving of greenish tonality with reddish-golden spots. It shows a Buddha, seated with legs folded in “dhyanasana” posture on which rest his hands in meditation mudara, holding between them a small container with lid. Dressed in a long robe or “dhoti” covered with folds and knotted at the hips with a long beaded belt, which exposes the chest and arms, finely adorned with pendants and bracelets. She shows a serene expression, with closed eyes and mouth, wide nose and long ears that mark the face and from which hang fine circular earrings. The hair, delicately carved, is covered by a beautiful crown of lotus leaves that show, in each one of them, the incised image of an enthroned Buddha. It is arranged on a wooden base with carved and openwork decorations, resembling traditional Chinese architecture and ending in a lotus throne. Jade size: 16 x 8.5 x 8 cmJade weight: 1018 g

Two-coloured jadeite with intense shades of green and white. Slightly curved rectangular, it shows on the front an elongated mythological beast with a sinuous body and curling tail, surrounded by scrolls of branches ending in volutes. The base, with a central rectangular body, designed to be pierced by a belt, is flanked by two large scrolls arranged one on each side. Historical records mention the use of jade elements as ornaments for clothing as a symbol of power and status at court. Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1912).Size: 3.2 x 2.3 x 7.3 cmWeight: 93.6 g

A delicate white jade plaque from Hetian with a smooth, wet, even surface and a deep white colour. It has a rectangular plan and a fine, slightly cut-out rim in keeping with the carved ornamentation on both sides of the piece.It is simply decorated by a beautiful wider frame in the upper area, with relief details of finely worked archaic motifs, followed by a subtle border of sinuous ruyi clouds in the lower area. The central body of the plaque, usually adorned with sacred scenes or texts, is completely plain, allowing the quality and purity of the natural jade itself to be appreciated. With custom-made box.Size: 6 x 0.75 x 4 cm Weight: 50 g

Hetian white jade plaque ‘Pair of Mandarin Ducks’, Qing dynastyBeautiful white jade plaque from Hetian with a smooth, even and moist appearance. It has a rectangular profile and a thin, trimmed rim. On both sides, detailed scenes are arranged in subtle relief, framed by a beautiful frame adorned with archaic motifs in the upper area. One of the scenes shows a beautiful pond filled with blooming lotuses and large water lilies, where two mandarin ducks ‘鴛鴦’ swim together as a symbol of union, eternal love and happiness. The other side shows, as if continuing the scene, a more agitated sea, with a sailing ship plying its waters and a garden in the background, surrounding a building of traditional Chinese architecture. With a custom-made box. Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1912)Size: 8.2 x 0.93 x 5.2 cm Weight: 110 g

A carved jade figure with a reddish hue and a grainy appearance covered with patina. It shows a man kneeling, with his back curved and his gaze facing forward, holding two discs or cymbals in his hands. He is dressed in a long tunic knotted at the neck and a flat hat adorns his head. His expression is calm, with closed lips, an elongated nose and two small ears framing his face. Size: 6 x 2.7 x 3.5 cmWeight: 65.8 g

A jade disc carved in the shape of a ‘Bi’ with a small centred hole and a thin rim. Decorated with incised details of scrolls, dots, characters and lines drawing a circle along the inner and outer rims. Shows antique patina. With a custom-made box. Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1912).Diameter: 5.6 cm; Thickness: 0.6 cmJade weight: 44 g

Light-coloured jade carved in one piece. It shows the image of a ram, with an intimidating expression, large open eyes, a wide muzzle and a slightly open mouth. Its body is arranged on all four legs, with the tail tucked away and the head turned towards the body. The head is crowned by two large, curved and curled horns. In traditional Chinese culture, it is a symbol of good luck and prosperity. Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1912).Size: 3 x 3.6 x 4.7 cmWeight: 62.9 g

A single strand beaded necklace of polished jade, having a 9ct gold clasp, open L: 64 cm, with a polished jade torq bangle, internal L: 53 mm (2). UK P&P Group 0 (£6+VAT for the first lot and £1+VAT for subsequent lots)

An early 20th century 9ct gold necklace, the links separated with gold-mounted jade panels and a further larger jade panel pendant, 29.4g. UK P&P Group 0 (£6+VAT for the first lot and £1+VAT for subsequent lots)

A large 9ct gold mounted jade panel pendant, L: 60 mm. UK P&P Group 0 (£6+VAT for the first lot and £1+VAT for subsequent lots)

CARVED JADE, oriental jade carving of a man beside a tree 6cms in original presentation box

Jade and diamond brooch, the irregular white green jade cabochon within a branched white metal mount set with rows of small diamonds, W3.8cm.  Central stone appears slightly loose. Visually impressive

18ct white gold Jade and diamond ring, the oval cabochon jade stone flanked by a cluster of small round cut brilliants in heart shaped mounts on a split shank, ring size S/T.

Pair of 18ct white gold jade and diamond stud earrings, the pear shape jade cabochons framed within a half surround of 11 round cut diamonds, each earring approx. 13mm high.Good condition with light wear when viewed under a 10x loupe.  Total weight is 3g. 

Chinese 9ct white gold and carved and pierced jade bracelet, 8.9g gross and a similar dress ring, size M, 4.0g, 12.9g gross. (2)

6 pendants (2 on chains ) Banded agate and silver, M.O.P and silver, Jade, Crystal agate and silver, (Blue lace agate on chain and a Green Malachite on a chain)

A jade-coloured stone ring; and a green and white stone cluster ring, each in 9ct yellow gold mount and shank, ring size N/K, 3.9g gross.

A jade dress ring, in 9ct yellow gold, size Q, 4.2g gross; and a pair of jade earrings, in 9ct gold, 4.6g gross.

A selection of gold, silver and costume jewellery, including: a 9ct yellow gold wishbone ring, engraved with star motifs, size L 1/2, 0.6g gross; a pair of tri-colour knot motif stud earrings, stamped "375" to butterflies, 1.3g gross; a Baltic amber and silver cruciform pendant on chain, by Deborah Wright 'Thornlea'; an Ariki nephrite jade pendant, on gilt metal chain; an Ariki New Zealand Paua pendant; a Jasperware ring; a locket pendant on chain; and other items.

A 14k ring with bezel set oval jade cabochon and beaded border, size N, approx. 3.1g.

ANDO JUBEI CO; a cloisonné covered box, the lid decorated with a cherry tree in blossom and fence on a jade green coloured ground, the sides with delicate scroll and flower decoration, marked to base, 4.5 x 9 x 7.5cm, together with one other cloisonné covered box of red ground with peony and flower decoration (2).

A green jade hinged bracelet with 14k gold mounts and safety chain, together with a pair of green jade drop earrings (2).

A green jade pendant with 9ct gold mount, length 3cm.

A group of mixed costume jewellery, including a lapis lazuli and abalone shell set pendant, jade bangle, brooches, etc, and an Art Deco style silver plated teapot

A 19th century carved wood and gilded temple figure, H29cm, a nut carved dog of fo lid, various other carved wood Buddhas, a copper vase, green jade animals, etc

A jade and diamond bracelet, the panel set with square cut jade, round brilliant cut diamonds set over ten sections, yellow metal stamped 18ct, 48.2g all in.

An 18ct gold jade necklace, the circular disc design with a round brilliant cut diamond in rub over setting, with a carved and pierced jade outer border, on yellow metal chain, stamped 750, 3.5cm, 62.1g all in.

A Chinese jade carving of a swan and signet with a lotus pod, the bird's wings with feather detailing. 10.2 cm long by 5.5 cm high by 2.5 cm deep. Weight 100 g.

A string of jade coloured hardstone beads

A pair of 925 silver and jade drop ear-rings

A Chinese carved jade ‘lion dog’ and stand, 8cm tall. Condition fair to good.

Four Chinese bowenite jade pieces including carving of a bird, largest 20cm. Condition - fair

□ TWO CHINESE JADE ARCHERS RINGS, QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY comprising a red and orange jade ring, 2.6cm high; and a large celadon and russet jade ring, 3.2cm high ProvenanceThe William Reid collection William ‘Bill’ Reid CBE (8 November 1926 – 19 June 2014) was a Scottish military historian who became director of the National Army Museum in 1970, a position he held for 17 years. He was an acknowledged military historian, curator and expert in weaponry and the leading authority in the UK on armour and medieval arms. He published widely on his subject, most notably The Lore of Arms: A concise history of weaponry, New York, 1984, which was translated into six languages.He was an avid collector of Chinese thumb-rings, some of which were gifted to the British Museum in 2022 and featured in the museum’s exhibition China’s Hidden Century, 18 May - 8 October 2023, London .The Manchu thumb ring was used on the hand that pulled the bowstring to allow for a snappier release for archery on horseback. In the 19th Century, their use spread to the merchant class and other elites as a form of jewelry and a symbol of masculinity, rather than as a practical accessory. What had originated as a sign of Manchu ancestry also became an accessory, and a symbol of masculinity, for Han-Chinese men.

□ TWO CHINESE JADE ARCHERS RINGS, QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY comprising: a celadon and cream jade ring, 2.7cm high; and a creamy-white jade ring, 2.7cm high ProvenanceThe William Reid collection; the celadon and cream ring acquired in 1979 William ‘Bill’ Reid CBE (8 November 1926 – 19 June 2014) was a Scottish military historian who became director of the National Army Museum in 1970, a position he held for 17 years. He was an acknowledged military historian, curator and expert in weaponry and the leading authority in the UK on armour and medieval arms. He published widely on his subject, most notably The Lore of Arms: A concise history of weaponry, New York, 1984, which was translated into six languages.He was an avid collector of Chinese thumb-rings, some of which were gifted to the British Museum in 2022 and featured in the museum’s exhibition China’s Hidden Century, 18 May - 8 October 2023, London .The Manchu thumb ring was used on the hand that pulled the bowstring to allow for a snappier release for archery on horseback. In the 19th Century, their use spread to the merchant class and other elites as a form of jewelry and a symbol of masculinity, rather than as a practical accessory. What had originated as a sign of Manchu ancestry also became an accessory, and a symbol of masculinity, for Han-Chinese men.

□ TWO CHINESE JADE ARCHERS RINGS, QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY comprising: a celadon and russet jade ring, 2.7cm high; and a celadon jade ring with mottled black inclusions, 2.5cm high ProvenanceThe William Reid collection; the celadon and russet ring acquired in 1974 William ‘Bill’ Reid CBE (8 November 1926 – 19 June 2014) was a Scottish military historian who became director of the National Army Museum in 1970, a position he held for 17 years. He was an acknowledged military historian, curator and expert in weaponry and the leading authority in the UK on armour and medieval arms. He published widely on his subject, most notably The Lore of Arms: A concise history of weaponry, New York, 1984, which was translated into six languages.He was an avid collector of Chinese thumb-rings, some of which were gifted to the British Museum in 2022 and featured in the museum’s exhibition China’s Hidden Century, 18 May - 8 October 2023, London .The Manchu thumb ring was used on the hand that pulled the bowstring to allow for a snappier release for archery on horseback. In the 19th Century, their use spread to the merchant class and other elites as a form of jewelry and a symbol of masculinity, rather than as a practical accessory. What had originated as a sign of Manchu ancestry also became an accessory, and a symbol of masculinity, for Han-Chinese men.

□ TWO CHINESE JADE ARCHERS RINGS, QING DYNASTY comprising of a celadon jade ring with tiny russet inclusions, 2.7cm high; and a celadon jade ring, 2.5cm high ProvenanceThe William Reid collection; the smaller ring acquired in 1980 William ‘Bill’ Reid CBE (8 November 1926 – 19 June 2014) was a Scottish military historian who became director of the National Army Museum in 1970, a position he held for 17 years. He was an acknowledged military historian, curator and expert in weaponry and the leading authority in the UK on armour and medieval arms. He published widely on his subject, most notably The Lore of Arms: A concise history of weaponry, New York, 1984, which was translated into six languages.He was an avid collector of Chinese thumb-rings, some of which were gifted to the British Museum in 2022 and featured in the museum’s exhibition China’s Hidden Century, 18 May - 8 October 2023, London .The Manchu thumb ring was used on the hand that pulled the bowstring to allow for a snappier release for archery on horseback. In the 19th Century, their use spread to the merchant class and other elites as a form of jewelry and a symbol of masculinity, rather than as a practical accessory. What had originated as a sign of Manchu ancestry also became an accessory, and a symbol of masculinity, for Han-Chinese men.

□ A CHINESE WHITE JADE ARCHERS RING, QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY the well-polished stone of bright white tone, 2.7cm high ProvenanceThe William Reid collection William ‘Bill’ Reid CBE (8 November 1926 – 19 June 2014) was a Scottish military historian who became director of the National Army Museum in 1970, a position he held for 17 years. He was an acknowledged military historian, curator and expert in weaponry and the leading authority in the UK on armour and medieval arms. He published widely on his subject, most notably The Lore of Arms: A concise history of weaponry, New York, 1984, which was translated into six languages.He was an avid collector of Chinese thumb-rings, some of which were gifted to the British Museum in 2022 and featured in the museum’s exhibition China’s Hidden Century, 18 May - 8 October 2023, London .The Manchu thumb ring was used on the hand that pulled the bowstring to allow for a snappier release for archery on horseback. In the 19th Century, their use spread to the merchant class and other elites as a form of jewelry and a symbol of masculinity, rather than as a practical accessory. What had originated as a sign of Manchu ancestry also became an accessory, and a symbol of masculinity, for Han-Chinese men.

□ TWO CHINESE JADE ARCHERS RINGS, QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY comprising: a yellowish jade ring with brown inclusions, 2.7cm high; and a grey and cream jade ring, 2.2cm high ProvenanceThe William Reid collection; the yellow and brown ring acquired in London in 1977, the cream and grey ring acquired in Birmingham in 1980 William ‘Bill’ Reid CBE (8 November 1926 – 19 June 2014) was a Scottish military historian who became director of the National Army Museum in 1970, a position he held for 17 years. He was an acknowledged military historian, curator and expert in weaponry and the leading authority in the UK on armour and medieval arms. He published widely on his subject, most notably The Lore of Arms: A concise history of weaponry, New York, 1984, which was translated into six languages.He was an avid collector of Chinese thumb-rings, some of which were gifted to the British Museum in 2022 and featured in the museum’s exhibition China’s Hidden Century, 18 May - 8 October 2023, London .The Manchu thumb ring was used on the hand that pulled the bowstring to allow for a snappier release for archery on horseback. In the 19th Century, their use spread to the merchant class and other elites as a form of jewelry and a symbol of masculinity, rather than as a practical accessory. What had originated as a sign of Manchu ancestry also became an accessory, and a symbol of masculinity, for Han-Chinese men.

□ TWO CHINESE HARD STONE ARCHERS RINGS, QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY comprising: a cream-coloured jade ring with circular inclusions, 2.7cm high; and a smaller cream-coloured jade ring with red veining, 2.2cm high ProvenanceThe William Reid collection William ‘Bill’ Reid CBE (8 November 1926 – 19 June 2014) was a Scottish military historian who became director of the National Army Museum in 1970, a position he held for 17 years. He was an acknowledged military historian, curator and expert in weaponry and the leading authority in the UK on armour and medieval arms. He published widely on his subject, most notably The Lore of Arms: A concise history of weaponry, New York, 1984, which was translated into six languages.He was an avid collector of Chinese thumb-rings, some of which were gifted to the British Museum in 2022 and featured in the museum’s exhibition China’s Hidden Century, 18 May - 8 October 2023, London .The Manchu thumb ring was used on the hand that pulled the bowstring to allow for a snappier release for archery on horseback. In the 19th Century, their use spread to the merchant class and other elites as a form of jewelry and a symbol of masculinity, rather than as a practical accessory. What had originated as a sign of Manchu ancestry also became an accessory, and a symbol of masculinity, for Han-Chinese men.

□ TWO CHINESE JADE ARCHERS RINGS, QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY comprising: a large celadon and brown jade ring, 2.8cm high; and a cream and red jade ring, 2.2cm high ProvenanceThe William Reid collection; the large celadon and brown ring acquired in Birmingham in 1979 William ‘Bill’ Reid CBE (8 November 1926 – 19 June 2014) was a Scottish military historian who became director of the National Army Museum in 1970, a position he held for 17 years. He was an acknowledged military historian, curator and expert in weaponry and the leading authority in the UK on armour and medieval arms. He published widely on his subject, most notably The Lore of Arms: A concise history of weaponry, New York, 1984, which was translated into six languages.He was an avid collector of Chinese thumb-rings, some of which were gifted to the British Museum in 2022 and featured in the museum’s exhibition China’s Hidden Century, 18 May - 8 October 2023, London .The Manchu thumb ring was used on the hand that pulled the bowstring to allow for a snappier release for archery on horseback. In the 19th Century, their use spread to the merchant class and other elites as a form of jewelry and a symbol of masculinity, rather than as a practical accessory. What had originated as a sign of Manchu ancestry also became an accessory, and a symbol of masculinity, for Han-Chinese men.

□ TWO CHINESE JADE ARCHERS RINGS, QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY comprising: a cream jade ring with red veining, 2.2cm high; and a mottled celadon and russet jade ring, 2.7cm high ProvenanceThe William Reid collection; the mottled celadon and russet jade ring acquired in 2007 William ‘Bill’ Reid CBE (8 November 1926 – 19 June 2014) was a Scottish military historian who became director of the National Army Museum in 1970, a position he held for 17 years. He was an acknowledged military historian, curator and expert in weaponry and the leading authority in the UK on armour and medieval arms. He published widely on his subject, most notably The Lore of Arms: A concise history of weaponry, New York, 1984, which was translated into six languages.He was an avid collector of Chinese thumb-rings, some of which were gifted to the British Museum in 2022 and featured in the museum’s exhibition China’s Hidden Century, 18 May - 8 October 2023, London .The Manchu thumb ring was used on the hand that pulled the bowstring to allow for a snappier release for archery on horseback. In the 19th Century, their use spread to the merchant class and other elites as a form of jewelry and a symbol of masculinity, rather than as a practical accessory. What had originated as a sign of Manchu ancestry also became an accessory, and a symbol of masculinity, for Han-Chinese men.

□ TWO CHINESE JADE ARCHERS RINGS, QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY comprising: a celadon and cream jade barrel-shaped ring , 2.7cm high; and a toffee-coloured jade ring, 2.5cm high ProvenanceThe William Reid collection’ the barrel-shaped ring acquired in Chichester in 1969, the toffee-coloured ring acquired in London in 1975 William ‘Bill’ Reid CBE (8 November 1926 – 19 June 2014) was a Scottish military historian who became director of the National Army Museum in 1970, a position he held for 17 years. He was an acknowledged military historian, curator and expert in weaponry and the leading authority in the UK on armour and medieval arms. He published widely on his subject, most notably The Lore of Arms: A concise history of weaponry, New York, 1984, which was translated into six languages.He was an avid collector of Chinese thumb-rings, some of which were gifted to the British Museum in 2022 and featured in the museum’s exhibition China’s Hidden Century, 18 May - 8 October 2023, London .The Manchu thumb ring was used on the hand that pulled the bowstring to allow for a snappier release for archery on horseback. In the 19th Century, their use spread to the merchant class and other elites as a form of jewelry and a symbol of masculinity, rather than as a practical accessory. What had originated as a sign of Manchu ancestry also became an accessory, and a symbol of masculinity, for Han-Chinese men.

□ TWO CHINESE JADE ARCHERS RINGS, QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY comprising: a pale celadon jade ring with black inclusions, 2.4cm high; and a brownish-celadon jade ring, 2.4cm high ProvenanceThe William Reid collection William ‘Bill’ Reid CBE (8 November 1926 – 19 June 2014) was a Scottish military historian who became director of the National Army Museum in 1970, a position he held for 17 years. He was an acknowledged military historian, curator and expert in weaponry and the leading authority in the UK on armour and medieval arms. He published widely on his subject, most notably The Lore of Arms: A concise history of weaponry, New York, 1984, which was translated into six languages.He was an avid collector of Chinese thumb-rings, some of which were gifted to the British Museum in 2022 and featured in the museum’s exhibition China’s Hidden Century, 18 May - 8 October 2023, London .The Manchu thumb ring was used on the hand that pulled the bowstring to allow for a snappier release for archery on horseback. In the 19th Century, their use spread to the merchant class and other elites as a form of jewelry and a symbol of masculinity, rather than as a practical accessory. What had originated as a sign of Manchu ancestry also became an accessory, and a symbol of masculinity, for Han-Chinese men.

A CHINESE JADE ARCHER’S RING, QING DYNASTY, 18TH/19TH CENTURY of brown-white jade with some figured pattern, of characteristic cylindrical form with rounded edges, 3.0 cm high

□ TWO CHINESE JADE ARCHERS RINGS, QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY comprising: a caramel jade ring with flattened side, 2.2cm high; and a celadon jade ring with brown inclusion to the flattened side, 2.7cm high ProvenanceThe William Reid collection; both rings acquired in 1980 William ‘Bill’ Reid CBE (8 November 1926 – 19 June 2014) was a Scottish military historian who became director of the National Army Museum in 1970, a position he held for 17 years. He was an acknowledged military historian, curator and expert in weaponry and the leading authority in the UK on armour and medieval arms. He published widely on his subject, most notably The Lore of Arms: A concise history of weaponry, New York, 1984, which was translated into six languages.He was an avid collector of Chinese thumb-rings, some of which were gifted to the British Museum in 2022 and featured in the museum’s exhibition China’s Hidden Century, 18 May - 8 October 2023, London .The Manchu thumb ring was used on the hand that pulled the bowstring to allow for a snappier release for archery on horseback. In the 19th Century, their use spread to the merchant class and other elites as a form of jewelry and a symbol of masculinity, rather than as a practical accessory. What had originated as a sign of Manchu ancestry also became an accessory, and a symbol of masculinity, for Han-Chinese men.

□ TWO CHINESE JADE ARCHERS RINGS, QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY comprising: a grey and cream jade ring, 2.7cm high; and a celadon and black jade ring, 2.6cm high ProvenanceThe William Reid collection; the grey and cream ring acquired in 1980, the celadon and black jade ring acquired in 1979 William ‘Bill’ Reid CBE (8 November 1926 – 19 June 2014) was a Scottish military historian who became director of the National Army Museum in 1970, a position he held for 17 years. He was an acknowledged military historian, curator and expert in weaponry and the leading authority in the UK on armour and medieval arms. He published widely on his subject, most notably The Lore of Arms: A concise history of weaponry, New York, 1984, which was translated into six languages.He was an avid collector of Chinese thumb-rings, some of which were gifted to the British Museum in 2022 and featured in the museum’s exhibition China’s Hidden Century, 18 May - 8 October 2023, London .The Manchu thumb ring was used on the hand that pulled the bowstring to allow for a snappier release for archery on horseback. In the 19th Century, their use spread to the merchant class and other elites as a form of jewelry and a symbol of masculinity, rather than as a practical accessory. What had originated as a sign of Manchu ancestry also became an accessory, and a symbol of masculinity, for Han-Chinese men.

□ TWO CHINESE JADE ARCHERS RINGS, QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY comprising: a small greyish-brown jade ring, 2cm high; and a celadon jade ring, a green jade ring, 2.6cm high ProvenanceThe William Reid collection William ‘Bill’ Reid CBE (8 November 1926 – 19 June 2014) was a Scottish military historian who became director of the National Army Museum in 1970, a position he held for 17 years. He was an acknowledged military historian, curator and expert in weaponry and the leading authority in the UK on armour and medieval arms. He published widely on his subject, most notably The Lore of Arms: A concise history of weaponry, New York, 1984, which was translated into six languages.He was an avid collector of Chinese thumb-rings, some of which were gifted to the British Museum in 2022 and featured in the museum’s exhibition China’s Hidden Century, 18 May - 8 October 2023, London .The Manchu thumb ring was used on the hand that pulled the bowstring to allow for a snappier release for archery on horseback. In the 19th Century, their use spread to the merchant class and other elites as a form of jewelry and a symbol of masculinity, rather than as a practical accessory. What had originated as a sign of Manchu ancestry also became an accessory, and a symbol of masculinity, for Han-Chinese men.

A JADE CARVING OF A PHOENIX AND OTHER BIRDS Carved with three birds perched on a branch, wood stand Provenance: Mr & Mrs R.K. Booker, Singapore, thence by descent 19.5cm high including stand Condition: For a condition report or further images please email hello@hotlotz.com at least 48 hours prior to the closing date of the auction. This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration.

A GROUP OF JADE CARVINGS OF PIGS Including a yellow-green example with russet inclusion, modelled recumbent with central hole; a jadeite example; others of archaistic form etc (8) The largest 7.5cm long Condition: For a condition report or further images please email hello@hotlotz.com at least 48 hours prior to the closing date of the auction. This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration.

A JADE CARVING OF A MYTHICAL BEAST Well modelled, sitting and turning slightly, mouth open wide showing teeth 16cm high Condition: For a condition report or further images please email hello@hotlotz.com at least 48 hours prior to the closing date of the auction. This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration.

A SPINACH JADE CARVING OF A BUDDHIST LION Modelled in a recumbent curled pose, it's head resting on its legs, 13cm wide Condition: For a condition report or further images please email hello@hotlotz.com at least 48 hours prior to the closing date of the auction. This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration.

A JADE CARVING OF BIRDS A pair of birds, with one perched on a tree branch while the other looks up from a lower branch, mounted on an attached wooden stand 22.5cm high including stand Condition: For a condition report or further images please email hello@hotlotz.com at least 48 hours prior to the closing date of the auction. This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration.