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Decorative Arts & Fine Furniture; Fine Jewellery — Bonhams

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Auction House:BonhamsNumber of lots recorded:583
Sale Title:Decorative Arts & Fine Furniture; Fine JewelleryLots with images:579
Auction Location:SydneyPrices available:306
Date:27-May-2012
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A diamond, ruby and tsavorite garnet butterfly brooch, modelled as a blackened butterfly, the outstretched wings and body pave-set with brilliant-cut diamonds and circular-cut tsavorite garnets, decorated with ruby eyes and wirework antennae, diamonds approximately 1.61 carats total, tsavorite garnets approximately 1.07 carats total, width 4.0 cm
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A large carved boxwood (huangyang) Guanyin, 20th century, of a light brown tone, the goddess standing in a upright post on a base, dressed in a decorated long flowing robe, her face with a serene expression, her left hand holding a string of prayer beads and in her right hand, a sacred vase, a branch of blossoms to her base, incised mark in the shape of a double gourd to her back. 49 cm high
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A pair of diamond earrings, the fine hoops set to the front and inside back with brilliant-cut diamonds, diamond weight 0.62 carat total, diameter 4.4 cm
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A large carved hardwood Maitreya, 20th century, the standing figure tilting slightly towards the right, his face well carved with an expression of good humour, his heavy long ear lobes reaching his shoulder, the body with minimal carved detail in a dark brown tone. 39 cm high
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A multi-coloured cultured pearl and coloured diamond necklace, Composed of a single strand of twenty multi-coloured Baroque pearls, separated at intervals by four irregularly-shaped rondelles, each set with vari-coloured brilliant-cut diamonds of brownish hues, to the similarly-set clasp, coloured diamonds untested for natural colour origin, diamonds approximately 7.00 carats total, length 49.0 cm
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A carved boxwood (huangyang) fingered citron, 20th century, of realistic form, the curvy and leafy branch suspended with two large fingered citron on the top and two smaller ones in the middle. 50 cm long
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A yellow sapphire dress ring, of bombe design, the circular-cut yellow sapphires mounted against a blackened ground, yellow sapphires weighing 3.89 carats total, ring size M3/4
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A Chinese finely carved bamboo libation cup, 17th/ 18th century, well carved on the exterior in high relief with a long curling branch of leafy pine, the pine needles and knobbly surface unusually carefully detailed. 8.5 cm high
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A pair of cultured pearl, coloured diamond and diamond pendent earrings, the drop-shaped golden pearl measuring approximately 14.5 x 12.2 mm, with diamond-set cap and trefoil spacer, suspended from a round golden pearl surmount measuring approximately 11.9 mm, set within a vari-cut diamond cluster partial surround, accented by yellow oval-cut diamonds, coloured diamonds untested for natural colour origin, coloured diamonds approximately 1.79 carats total, diamonds approximately 14.69 carats total, length 5…
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A carved ivory figure of Shouxin, 19th century, the god of longevity standing, tilting slightly to his right, dressed in flowing robes, holding his staff in his left hand and a scroll in his right hand, a tortoises clinging to his base, surface tinted, the base possibly incised Shinyoku. 24.5 cm
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A diamond single-stone ring, the step-cut diamond of slight yellow tint, weighing 5.01 carats, set between a pair of tapered baguette-cut diamonds weighing a total of 0.88 carat, ring size L1/2
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A Japanese carved ivory figure of Amida Buddha, 19th century, the Buddha sitting with crossing legs in perfect meditation, wearing flowing robes, his hands in Mida no Join (Meditation Mudra), the surface patinated, the base carved Dokei, with separate wood stand and box. 14.5 cm high
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A coloured diamond eternity ring, the full hoop set with fifteen cushion-shaped diamonds of yellow tint, weighing a total of 7.87 carats, diamonds untested for natural colour origin, ring size L1/2
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A carved ivory figure of Guanyin, 19th century, standing on a raised lotus base, wearing long flowing robes with elaborate jewellery, her right hand in varada mudra, her left hand holding a lotus head, her benevolent face surmounted by a small Buddha (Amitabha) adorning the her headdress, the surface patinated, the base incised Michikei, 21 cm
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A peridot, amethyst and diamond dress ring, of 'Toi et Moi' design, the circular-cut amethyst and peridot terminals on graduated baguette-cut diamond bands, diamonds approximately 0.50 carat, ring size P1/2
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A Thai ivory seal in the form of a stupa, 19th century, the slightly convex underside carved in intanglio with a lion with its right front paw on an embroidered ball amongst sea-waves. 8 cm high. Footnote: for a similar object, see V&A Museum, Museum no. Is. 10-2005
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A diamond pendent necklace, the pear-shaped diamond, weighing 2.18 carats, set within a brilliant-cut diamond surround, suspended from a fine-link chain with spectacle-set rose-cut diamonds, to the diamond-set rondelle clasp, length 41.0 cm
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A Cantonese carved ivory card case, 19th/ 20th century, the sides profusely carved with panels of figures in pavilions within the shade of blossoms and fir trees. 7.5 cm wide, 11.5 cm high, 2 cm deep. Private Collection Sydney, Purchased from Lawsons, 1966 for £4
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A diamond single-stone ring, the brilliant-cut diamond, weighing approximately 0.80 carat, within a six-claw setting, ring size K
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A carved ivory tusk, 20th century, the ivory blade with brown inclusions at the base, carved with a scene of people living in a riverside town, together with a carved wooden stand. 36 cm wide
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An 18 carat white gold lady's 'Tank Francaise' bracelet watch, by Cartier, the rectangular cream dial with Roman numerals and blued steel hands, secret signature at 10 o'clock, to the polished bezel with cabochon sapphire-set Crown, the polished bracelet with double-deployant clasp, quartz movement, damage to sapphire Crown, dial, case and clasp signed Cartier, numbered 136334CD 2403, maker's mark to case and clasp, European convention marks for 18 carat gold, Swiss assay marks, inner circumference 15.5 cm…
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A pair of Chinese carved ivory figures, 19th century, one of the poet Tao Yuanmin with long beard, wearing a grass hat, his right hand holding a branch of chrysanthemum, his left hand holding a stick with a dragon head suspended with a scrolled book, one of a lady holding a basket of flowers, dressed in long flowing robes, both fitted to carved wooden bases, 30.4 cm high (poet), 30.7 cm high (lady)
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A suite of diamond-set jewellery, by Cartier, the necklace deisgned as a series of navette-shaped links, polished and randomly set with brilliant-cut diamonds, pendent earrings en suite, necklace and earrings signed Cartier, numbered 974884 and 942071, diamonds approximately 2.80 carats, French assay mark for gold, lengths necklace 41.0 cm, earrings 2.0 cm, maker's case and certificates of authenticity
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A Chinese carved ivory figure, 18th/ 19th century of a scholar dressed in long flowing robes, one hand holding a brush, looking down to a fan in his other hand, deeply absorbed in thought, as if thinking of the subject to inscribe on the fan. 25 cm high
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A diamond pendent necklace, the circular pendant pave-set with brilliant-cut diamonds, on an adjustable leather thong, diamonds weighing approximately 4.15 carats total, pendant width 4.1 cm
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A pair of Indian carved ivory figures, early 20th century, of a Maharajah and his consort each wearing feathered headdress and jewelled robes and carrying attributes, he a sword and lotus and she lotus blossoms with a lark on her shoulder, each mounted on a twin lotus pedestal base. 28 cm high
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A pair of morganite and diamond pendent earrings, the pear-shaped morganite, weighing a total of 16.61 carats, each set within a brilliant-cut diamond surround, suspended from a line of brilliant-cut diamonds to the similarly-set surmount and suspensory hoop, diamonds weighing approximately 3.31 carats total, length 7.5 cm
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A Chinese carved ivory tusk and a carved figure of Shouxin, 20th century, the tusk profusely carved with dragons and phoenixes amongst clouds over a band of wavy patterns, the Shouxin carrying a peach and his staff, both items with wooden stands. 49 cm long and 24.5 cm high respectivley. (2)
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An onyx and diamond bracelet, the five onyx panels joined by diamond-set connecting links, with similarly-set clasp, diamonds approximately 1.04 carats total, length 20.0 cm
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A Chinese boxed chess set in carved ivory, 19th early 20th century, finely carved in the form of the Ming Imperial court, each side with Emperor, his Consort, noble advisers,or bishops, mounted warriors as knights, the rooks in the form of elephants supporting crenellated fortress towers, and the eight immortals as the pawns, tincture applied to the 'Black' pieces. Complete with hinged fitted box in veneer opening to fashion the board on the exterior. 19 cm high to 11 cm high
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A suite of pink tourmaline, amethyst and diamond 'Blossom' jewellery, by Cartier, the pendant modelled as a flowerhead, each petal pave-set with brilliant-cut diamonds to an inverted pink tourmaline cabochon centre, with tapered baguette-cut amethyst accents, on a trace-link neckchain, earclips en suite, clasp and earclips signed Cartier, numbered 1720B and 27916B, French assay marks for gold, diamonds approximately 1.74 carats total, pink tourmaline approximately 9.45 carats total, amethysts approximately…
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A Chinese carved ivory figure, 19th/ 20th century of a Guanyin standing on a lotus base, holding a lotus head on one hand and the sacred vase on the other, her serene face framed by pendulous ear lobes, her hair piled into an elaborate coif behind a tiara, wearing long flowing robes open at the chest to reveal a beaded necklace. 31 cm high
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A pair of pink sapphire, coloured diamond and diamond earrings, of blackened gold hoop design, the front, pave-set with circular-cut pink sapphires, the reverse, with brilliant-cut diamonds of brownish-yellow tint, to the diamond-set sides, earrings May be worn in reverse, diamonds untested for natural colour, diamonds approximately 1.42 carats total, coloured diamonds approximately 1.56 carats total, pink sapphires approximately 3.79 carats total, length 2.9 cm
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A large Chinese ivory Guanyin, 20th century, standing bare-footed on a lotus throne, her face with serene expression,her eyes downcast, her hair elaborately coiled, wearing long flowing robes open at the chest to reveal a beaded necklace, the whole on a hexagonal section with a low-relief Buddha on each facets, surmounting a base decorated with floral scrolls. 27 cm high
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An onyx and diamond dress ring, the navette-shaped onyx plaque inlaid with millegrain-set brilliant-cut diamonds, ring size P
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A large Japanese carved ivory figure of a hunter, Meiji period, the aged man dressed in his hunting outfit with a straw vest, drawing a rifle from his back, his bandolier suspended with an inro in the form of a head of a cat, his hunting falcon landing on his shoulder, gripping a small bird by its neck, a variety of different birds suspended from the hunter's back and waist, a pheasant about his feet. 43.5 cm high. Provenance: private Collection Sydney, Purchased from Hammonds, Portobello Road, London,…
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A diamond brooch, by Prouds, the openwork bar panel, set with a line of six graduated old brilliant-cut diamond collets within a millegrain-set diamond border, between similarly-set foliate terminals, diamonds approximately 7.50 carats total, 8.0 cm long
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A Japanese carved ivory figure group, Meiji period, of an acrobat holding a fan and performing monkeys and a drum at his feet. 21 cm high
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A ruby and diamond bracelet, the three articulated sections composed of a central line of graduated baguette-cut rubies within a navette border, flanked by brilliant-cut diamonds, each section joined by a ruby and diamond openwork panel and calibre-cut ruby connecting links, to a similarly-set clasp, rubies approximately 3.90 carats total, diamonds approximately 2.88 carats total, length 17.8 cm
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A Japanese carved ivory figure group, Meiji period, of theatre performers holding fans and instruments some standing and others climbing a tree. 29 cm high. Private collection New South Wales. Private collection Scotland and thence by descent.
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An Art Deco ruby and diamond ring, circa 1930, the central line of graduated calibre-cut rubies set between twin lines of baguette-cut diamonds, with openwork gallery and hoop, diamonds approximately 2.40 carats, rubies approximately 2.00 carats total, ring size N
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A Japanese carved ivory figure group, Meiji period, of craftsmen overlooked by two Oni carrying holding attributes and batons. 32 cm high. Provenance: private collection New South Wales. private collection Scotland and thence by descent
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A pair of early 20th century ruby and diamond pendent earrings, the drop-shaped openwork plaques, millegrain-set with calibre-cut rubies and graduated old brilliant-cut diamond collets, the articulated diamond collet centres to the similarly-set diamond surmounts, later fittings, diamonds aprroximately 1.40 carats total, length 5.0 cm
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A Japanese carved ivory figure group, Meiji period of an acrobat performing with a monkey as he balances on a rocky base. 23 cm high. Private Collection New South Wales. Private Collection Scotland and thence by descent
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A spinel and cultured pearl necklace of double-strand design, the forty-six tumbled spinel beads spaced by graduated pearls, with rectangular diamond and synthetic ruby clasp
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A Japanese carved ivory figure, Meiji period, of a scholar his smiling face turned to the left as he draws up his overtunic, of his ceremonial robes. 14 cm high. Private collection New South Wales. Private collection Scotland and thence by descent
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A diamond single-stone ring, the brilliant-cut diamond, weighing 2.64 carats, between single-cut diamond shoulders, ring size L. Accompanied by a certificate from the gem studies laboratory (Gsl) stating that the diamond is J colour, VVS1 clarity. Certificate number AA46983/1, dated 30th March 2012
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A Japanese carved ivory figure group, Meiji period, of a happy musician playing as a child holding a dragon mask balances on his shoulder. 21 cm high. Private collection New South Wales. Private collection Scotland and thence by descent
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An antique synthetic ruby and diamond ring, circa 1900, the oval-cut synthetic ruby within a millegrain rose-cut diamond surround, with rose-cut diamond openwork shoulders and reeded hoop, French assay mark for gold, ring size L1/2
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A Japanese carved ivory figure group, Meiji period, of a fisherman and child holding a large carp, a smaller fish and a gourd, standing on a carved base of rocks and shells. 23 cm high. Private collection New South Wales. Private collection Scotland and thence by descent
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A pair of multi-gem and diamond earrings, of floral design, the twin millegrain diamond-set flowers set with oval-shaped emerald, sapphire and ruby cabochon petals, diamonds approximately 1.88 carats total, sapphires approximately 3.18 carats total, rubies approximately 2.47 carats total, emeralds approximately 1.39 carats total, length 3.0 cm
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A Japanese carved ivory figure group, early 20th century, of monkeys climbing up a tree. 31 cm high. Private collection New South Wales. Private collection Scotland and thence by descent
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A pair of sapphire and diamond earrings, of geometric design, one openwork plaque set with French-cut sapphires, the other interlocking plaque, set with brilliant-cut diamonds, diamonds approximately 0.97 carat total, sapphires approximately 1.45 carats total, length 2.5 cm
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Chinese school, possibly Cao Kai Tai (Cantonese), circa 1810, watercolour and gouache on paper, the 12 framed paintings vividly depicting the Feast of the Lanterns, different parades of people dressed in Qing dynasty official garments, some carrying Peking opera platforms where the artists dressed in opera outfits, performing, some carrying lanterns of different forms and themes, including animals, antiquities, Buddhist emblems, traditional auspicious symbols, and some carrying large fans and canopies. 44…
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A ruby and diamond bracelet, the six oval-cut rubies alternating with a series of seven diamond-set floral clusters, interspersed by polished brick-links, diamonds approximately 1.20 carats total, rubies approximately 7.00 carats, length 18.5 cm
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Chinese school, 19th century, ink and gouache on paper of a panoramic view in great detail of Huangpu (or Wampoa) Encourage, 10 miles beyond Humen (or Bocca Tigris) in the pearl river Delta, depicting an extraordinary variety of vessels, including foreign ships of different flags, anchoring to unload their cargoes, and sampans ferrying the goods to Canton, 10 to 16 miles further up the river. Local farmers and traders depicted in the foreground, a variety of traditional Cantonese terraces across the river…
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An 18 carat gold sapphire and diamond brooch, 1976, designed as a wreath of circular-cut sapphire and diamond flowerheads, interspersed by a diamond-set undulating ribbon, with marquise-cut diamond foliate accents, London hallmark for gold, 1976, diamonds approximately 1.20 carats, sapphires approximately 2.00 carats, diameter 3.4 cm
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A Chinese painting of cormorants and lotus, 20th century, ink and colour on paper, framed, painted two white cormorants amongst lotus flowers, inscribed, signed with two seals of the artist., : 56.1 cm x 81.7 cm
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A pair of onyx and diamond pendent earrings, the circular onyx plaques suspended between a pair of micro pave-set diamond hoops, with similarly-set domed diamond surmount, diamonds approximately 2.13 carats total, length 5.0 cm
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Attributed to Zhen Wuchang (1894-1952), Autumn hills and red leaves dated 1943, ink and colour on fan, painted a scholar and a boy in an autumn landscape, inscribed a poem to attribute to the theme of autumn, dated mid-autumn of the year of Gui Wei (1943), signed Zheng Wuchang, with one seal of the artist., : : 50.5 cm wide
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A sapphire and diamond bracelet, the bracelet composed of a series of circular panels millegrain-set with calibre-cut sapphires, alternating with smaller diamond-set panels, diamonds approximately 1.00 carat total, length 17.8 cm
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Attributed to Zhao Jianfen (1882-1958), landscape dated early summer of Wuzi (1948), ink and colour on paper, framed, Freely painted mountain landscape embellished with pine trees and other plant, waterfall pouring at the background, three figures enjoying the quietness and beauty of the nature., : : 34.7 cm x 78.3 cm
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A late George III diamond bracelet, circa 1820, designed as a series of graduated oval plaques set with old brilliant-cut diamonds, with diamond-set connecting links, open back setting, mounted in silver and gold, diamonds approximately 9.00 carats total, later fitted case by S.J. Phillips, 113 new Bond St, London
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Attributed to He Jidu (1939 - ), Crow and Lotus, ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll, signed, with two seals of the artist., : : 49.2 cm x 85 cm
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An antique pearl, ruby and diamond brooch / pendant, designed as a drop-shaped pearl, measuring approximately 7.9 x 8.6 -9.5 mm, with rose-cut diamond cap, suspended from a plaque modelled as a bow, set throughout with circular-cut rubies and an old-cut diamond centre, mounted in silver and gold, pearl untested, bow width 2.2 cm
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A Chinese cloisonne tripod censer, and a small bronze incense burner, 19th century, the censer of compressed globular form, flanked by two bronze lion masks, the body decorated with lotus blossoms amidst leafy scrolls against a turquoise ground, together with a small incense burner. 10.5 cm diameter (censer), 9 cm diameter (incense burner). Provenance: R&V Tregaskis
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An early 20th century diamond bow brooch, modelled as a large bow, set with graduated old brilliant-cut diamonds, converted, diamonds approximately 14.00 carats total, French assay mark for platinum, width 8.4 cm
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A Chinese cloisonne square brush pot, 20th century, worked in four facets with dragons of the four seas, each entwining a 'Flaming pearl' amid a scatter of vaporous clouds and leaping above turbulent rolling waves, all against a turquoise ground, the underside worked with four lotus head amongst leafy scrolls, the mouth rim and the feet gilded, four-character Qianlong mark to the base. 13 cm high
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An early 20th century sapphire and diamond ring, by Tiffany & Co. Circa 1910, the central sugarloaf cabochon sapphire of approximately 2.94 carats, set between a pair of old brilliant-cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.35 carats total, signed Tiffany & Co. Ring size I1/2. Accompanied by a certificate from the Gemological Institute of America (Gia) stating that the sapphire is natural, with no indications of heat treatment. Certificate number 2135937386, dated 18 October 2011
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A Chinese cloisonne tripod ding vessel, 19th/ 20th century, of globular form, supported on the three cabriole feet with bronze animal masks, flanked by two large handles, with a tall lid topped with a bronze lion and peripherated with bat and cloud motifs, the overall vessel worked in low relief of lotus scrolls. 21 cm high
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A diamond three-stone ring, the central old brilliant-cut diamond weighing approximately 1.80 carats, between a pair of graduating old brilliant-cut diamonds weighing approximately 2.30 carats total, with bi-coloured shoulders and hoop, ring size O
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An iron plate with inlaid silver etching, 19th/ 20th century, the heavy plate standing on three feet, etched in the centre a medallion of a ferocious full-faced dragon, entwining a central 'Flaming Pearl' amid a scatter of vaporous clouds and leaping above turbulent rolling waves, the border decorated in five panels of different plants, all against a background of hui patterns, the feet with taotie masks, four character Qianlong mark to the base. 23.5 cm diameter
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A double-strand cultured pearl necklace and a pair of pendent earrings, comprising a double-strand long necklace composed of cultured pearls measuring approximately 5.50 mm, with diamond-set clasp of floral motif, together with a pair of pendent earrings composed of two round cultured pearls measuring approximately 8.9 mm, each suspended from a diamond-set line and cluster surmount, diamonds approximately 4.00 carats total, longest strand 72 cm, shortest strand 70 cm, earring length 3.50 cm
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A large bronze incense burner, gui, 19th century, the compressed globular body supported on a short foot rim, rising to an everted mouth rim, the neck flanked with two 'Elephant' handles, cast to the base four character Kangxi mark. 11 cm high
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A Chinese bronze jar and cover, fang hu, of facetted pear shape, the cover with cast stylised decoration, the body with two cast mask handles. 14 cm
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An Art Deco ruby and diamond brooch, circa 1925, centring upon a collet-set circular-cut diamond, the pierced plaque millegrain-set throughout with circular-cut diamonds, the scrolling shoulders accented by calibre-cut rubies, diamonds approximately 3.30 carats, width 5.3 cm
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A Chinese bronze footed koro and cover, the diamond-shaped body with banded decoration of taotie masks and raised on four faceted spreading feet, the cover surmounted with a cast figure of a kylin, incised marks to base later. 26 cm long, 22 cm deep, 28 cm high
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An Art Deco emerald and diamond bracelet, 1930s, Composed of three articulated rectangular panels, set throughout with old brilliant-cut diamonds, centring upon a marquise-cut diamond collet between diamond-set arrowhead plaques, interspersed by three diamond-set square panels, with twin calibre-cut emerald and diamond connecting links, diamonds approximately 8.00 carats total, length ***
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A Chinese bronze flaring beaker vessel, gu, 19th/ 20th century, the neck cast with four lappets rising from the central section cast with four vertical flanges at the compass points, the spreading high foot cast with four similar flanges. 25 cm high
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An Art Deco onyx and diamond bracelet, 1920s, Composed of three articulated sections, each centring upon a faceted onyx line between a pair of scrolling panels, millegrain-set throughout with old brilliant-cut and single-cut diamonds, with baguette-cut green paste accents, diamonds approximately 3.00 carats total, length 18.5 cm
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A Chinese silver inlaid bronze censer, gui, 18th/19th century, in archaic style, decorated with profusion of scrolling cloud to the body, handles and foot, complete with a wooden cover and a carved hexagonal footed stand, inlaid mark Shi Sou to base. 17.5 cm diameter, 8 cm high
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An emerald and diamond ring, the sugarloaf cabochon emerald weighing approximately 7.50 carats, between stepped baguette-cut diamond shoulders, with twin old brilliant-cut diamond collet accents, diamonds approximately 0.60 carat, ring size L1/2
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A Chinese bronze figure group, 19th century of a laughing man and woman standing bare-footed on a large plantain leaf, a large lotus leaf to the male figure's back, a lotus bud about his shoulder, the lady sitting on a huge lingzhi mushroom, using its cap as a shade. 18 cm high
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An early 20th century diamond-set bracelet watch, by Tiffany & Co. Circa 1916, the circular silver dial with Roman numerals and blued steel hands, within a diamond-set bezel, the engraved case of floral motif, to the pierced millegrain-set diamond shoulders, centring upon a pair of graduated diamond collets, engraved bracelet, case back with engraved initials and dated 'Dec.25.1916', manual movement, dial signed Tiffany & Co. Length 16.8 cm
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A Chinese buckle of gilded bronze, 19th/ 20th century, the two parts with sliding mechanism,cast with a large full-faced dragon, its head in high relief, flanked by two smaller dragons, all against a ground of lei pattern. 7 cm long, 3.2 cm high
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A loose black opal, the unmounted solid, oval-shaped black opal weighing approximately 3.30 carats, length 1.27 cm, width 1.16 cm, depth 0.4 cm, cased
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A bronze incense burner, ding, 19th/ 20th century, the slightly compressed body supported on four straight legs, raising to a flat rim, two handles at the sides, cast six character Xuande mark to the base, with carved wooden stand. 18.5 cm high
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An early 20th century emerald and diamond three-stone ring, circa 1910, the central old brilliant-cut diamond, weighing approximately 0.90 carat, between a pair of step-cut emeralds weighing approximately 1.70 carats total, to the diamond-set openwork shoulders, ring size N1/2, fitted maker's case
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A bronze 'Mythical beast' incense burner, 18th/ 19th century, Strongly cast, the seated beast looking directly forward on four short legs, firmly holding down a snake, the cover with a large ferocious mask of a horned beast. 26.5 cm high
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An opal and diamond cluster ring, the solid oval-shaped black opal, weighing approximately 5.95 carats, within a brilliant and marquise-cut diamond surround, diamonds approximately 1.15 carats, ring size K1/2
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A Chinese bronze vase and cover, hu of flattened form, with a pair of lug handles to the neck and finely cast bands of stylised dragons and scrolling cloud to the body on a slightly flared oval foot, with a fitted wooden cover. 23.5 cm high
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A double-strand cultured pearl necklace and a ring, the double-strand necklace composed of cultured pearls measuring 6.5-6.8 mm, with sapphire and diamond-set clasp, together with a ring, set with a central cultured pearl measuring 6.9 mm, between millegrain-set old brilliant-cut shoulders, longest strand 42.0 cm, shortest strand 39.5 cm, ring size M
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A bamboo opium pipe, 19th century, the carved body fitted with silver to the mouth and parts of the body, a slender and flaring piece of resin to one end. 56.3 cm long
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A pair of pearl and diamond pendent earrings, designed as a tapered line of millegrain old brilliant-cut diamonds terminating with a pearl, with detachable cultured pearl surmounts, engraved sides, converted from a bracelet, pearls untested, diamonds approximately 3.00 carats total, length 6.0 cm
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A Chinese bronze footed censer, ding, the square faceted body with a pair of upright loop handles rising from the everted rim, decorated with panels of paired stylised dragons raised on four tall legs in the form of stylised phoenix. 18 cm long, 14 cm deep, 22 cm high
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A pair of diamond pendent earrings, the navette-shaped ear pendants set with a domed pave-set diamond centre, surrounded by tapered baguette-cut diamonds, to the diamond-set border and suspensory loop, diamonds approximately 4.41 carats total, length 4.0 cm
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A bronze tripod incense burner, 19th century of compressed globular form, supported on three short feet, rising to a flat rim with two handles, the body decorated with a simple pattern, cast Xuan to its base. 8 cm high
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A pair of diamond and coloured diamond cluster earrings, designed as a floral cluster, each earclip set with a pink diamond centre, surrounded by five pear-shaped diamond petals, coloured diamonds untested for natural colour origin, diamonds approximately 10.33 carats total, coloured diamonds approximately 0.22 carat total
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A Chinese bronze incense burner, 19th/ 20th century of half lobed rectangular form with twin S-shaped handles on four slightly splayed legs with cast dragon attenuations, complete with a domed carved reticulated wooden cover surmounted by a carved figural finial. 18 cm wide 13 cm deep 28 cm high including cover
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A diamond longchain, designed as two hundred and forty-eight slightly graduated, spectacle-set brilliant-cut diamonds weighing a total of 50.54 carats, with pave-set diamond clasp, length 182.9 cm
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