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Traditional Design, Asian Australian and European Decorative Arts and Fine Furniture — Shapiro Auctioneers

Auction House:Shapiro AuctioneersNumber of lots recorded:287
Sale Title:Traditional Design, Asian Australian and European Decorative Arts and Fine FurnitureLots with images:48
Auction Location:SydneyPrices available:135
Date:21-May-2008
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Fancy 18ct Fancy Gold and Opal Set Pin, together with a 15 carat set sharks tooth and a gold fancy link bracelet
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Edwardian Five Stone Old Cut Diamond Dress Ring, c. 1910, with scroll work to the shoulders
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Dress Diamond Ring of Double Cluster Design, set in 18ct white gold with approx 1.66cts of diamonds
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Art Deco Brass Cased 8 Day Travelling Clock, white enamel dial and oversize key wind
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Victorian 18ct Yellow Gold Open Faced Pocket Watch, c. 1880, with original key, together with a ladies Rolex cased movement c1920
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American Watch Company, Walthum, Mass, Gold Fill Open Faced Pocket Watch, with a white enamelled dial, having roman numerals and a sub dial(Crack to dial)
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William, Lister Newcastle on Tyne, George III 18ct Gold Open Faced Pocket Watch, c. 1815, having roman numerals, original key and fully hallmarked case. Provenance: Private Collection Wagga Wagga
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Freeform Diamond Set Pin, c. 1955, set with approximately forty seven small diamonds, apparently set in white gold
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Diamond Set Pendent, c. 1960, modelled in the form of a flower set, with nine small diamonds apparently set in white gold, on a white metal chain
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19th century 18ct Yellow Gold Push Button Set Chronograph Full Hunter Watch, c. 1880, Retailed Hardy Bros Sydney, together with 18ct yellow gold Albert chain
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Rene Lalique, Art Deco Amber Serpent Pendant, c. 1920, modelled in rectangular form, with a writhing, serpent attached at both ends to the original silk cord
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French Art Nouveau Carved Horn Pin, c. 1900, modelled in the form of a dragonfly, and centred by a cornelian. length 4.5 cm
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French Art Nouveau Carved Horn Pin, c. 1900, modelled in the form of a bumblebee.
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Gtb, French Art Nouveau Carved Horn Pin, c. 1900, modelled in the form of a bumblebee.
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Cooper Pedy Classic Opal, Approximately 31cts, unset.
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Late 19th century French mother of pearl Table Seal, c. 1900, Modelled in the form of a burlesque dancers leg, plated mounts, together with a 19th century Scottish Pebble Broach.
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George I style silver plated loving cup, c. 1870, of waisted baluster form, flanked by twin handles, resting on a circular spreading base, height 23 cm
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Pair of Flavelle Brothers silver plated candlesticks, c. 1920, together with a silver plated hot water pot
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James Dixon & Sons, Mahogany cased fruit and fish canteen, c. 1920, comprised as a serving for twelve each knives and forks, each with simulated horn ivorine handle and foliate etched blades, encased in a rectangular boxed strung ebony crossbanded rectangular fitted box. length 67 cm
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Selection of silver plate, comprising claret jug, bon bon dish, campagna shaped wine pail, lidded tea caddy and a pierced meat cover.
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Edwardian silver plated flatware service, c. 1910, each with foliate capped terminals, all encased in a box wood strung mahogany canteen.
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Silver Plated Mahogany Cased Set of Flatware, c. 1910, Sheffield 1914 sterling silver Drummond of Melbourne Canteen of mother of pearl Handled, Fruit Knives and Forks
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Late 19th American Folk Art Silk Crazy Quilt, c. 1880 (slight Af)
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Black Belouch Double Saddle Bag, c. 1940, of traditional hues and having applied beads. length 78 cm
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Tabriz Woollen Floor Rug, Decorated with continuous lozenge shaped motifs on an earthy ground, some ware. length 186 cm
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Caucasian Kilim Hall Runner, Decorated with a selection of large geo-metric gulls, interspersed with smaller elongated gulls, encased within a multi-panelled border, all on a deep blue ground. (Small tear) length 245 cm
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Tribal Woollen Floor Rug, Decorated with a central lozenge shaped gul, surrounded by a selection of large and small geo-metric and floral motifs, on a tonal ground, length 188 cm
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Tribal kilim, Decorated with a selection of central geo-metric gulls, leading to a tonal ground. length 189 cm
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Caucausian Woollen Floor Rug, c. 1920, In yellow and red hues with geometric guls.(worn) 170 x 115 cm
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Selection of Tribal Saddlebags, Converted to cushions ( 5)
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American Folk Art Patchwork Quilt, c. 1920, Decorated with a selection of geo-metric elements, with foliate stitching. length 181 cm
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Selection of Tribal Saddlebags, Converted to cushions
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Pair of Chinese Ivory Figures, c. 1940, modelled as a couple of the imperial court, in full robes each clutching vessels and resting on octagonal stepped bases. (Slight Af).
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Exceptional 19th century Chinese ivory figure of Guan Yin, modelled as the deity in full headdress, jewelled, in tonal dress, clasping her precious vase in one hand, signed to Chien Leong to base. Height 41.5 cm. Provenance: The estate of the late Rita light, Sydney, Private Collection, NSW
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Japanese Ivory Figure of a Reclining Buddha, c. 1930, modelled with the figure in repose and a child seated at his right hand in serving mode, on a black lacquered stand.
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Japanese Meijii period ivory okimono, c. 1890, modelled as a farmer in traditional robes; with basket poised to catch the hen and chicks at his feet, resting on the original ebonised stand .signed to base. Height 10 cm, overall. Height 13 cm
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Pair of Cloisonne Enamel Vases, c. 1940, each modelled in the form of waisted tapered vessels, and decorated with sprays of chrysanthemums on a green to white ground.
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Suite of Four Late 19th century Chinese Ivory Export Ware Serviette Rings, c. 1900, each of circular banded form and decorated with exotic birds and leaf and berry motifs.
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Japanese Meiji Period Boxed Garniture of Satsuma Vessels, c. 1920, comprising a lidded koro and a pair of vases, each decorated with scenes of lohan in landscapes and having an applied figure of the dragon chasing the flaming pearl. Each in its original retail travelling case. Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney
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19th century Tibetan Gilt Bronze Figure of Vajrasattva with Consort, modelled with five rising spokes representing the five wisdoms of Buddha or Dyani Buddha's. seated; and presented in yab yam with his consort, on a stepped lotus throne, height 12 cm
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Near Pair of Meijii Period Kutani Porcelain Vases, c. 1880, each modelled with a flared lip, having Greek key motifs, leading to the baluster shaped body having panels of birds in exotic landscapes.
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Shibyama tray, Meiji period, the rectangular florally enamelled rim, leading to the signed tray decorated with a pair of exotics bird in landscape. (Af) length
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19th century Gilt Bronze Standing Rattanakosin Buddha, modelled standing in the 'calming the waters' pose, clad in tradition robes, resting on stepped red stained based, height 56 cm
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Miniature Satsuma Earthenware Vase, c. 1930, modelled as a baluster shaped vase, decorated with panels of children playing with gilt highlights, height 9 cm
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Chinese cast metal bone mounted snuff bottle, c. 1920, modelled with semi precious stone mounts; and a selection of bone panel inserts and resting on a treen base. Height 14 cm
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Early Japanese Ivory Ovoid Box and Cover, the reticulated top centred with a peacock in full plumage and bordered with a solid band of acanthus leaves, the body pierced with scenes of peacocks in exotic foliage. diameter 11 cm
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Japanese Tortoiseshell Cigar Case, Meiji Period, c. 1910, decorated with cranes in flight, amid bamboo foliage, the verso with similar decoration. length 12 cm
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19th century Burmese Mandalay Gilt Standing Buddha, modelled standing with both hands in the verada gesture, clad in traditional robes, including a jewelled headdress, resting on a later ebonised base, height 137 cm, overall height 164 cm
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Japanese Ivory Netsuke, Meiji Period, c. 1880, modelled in circular form, and decorated with a carved image of a young boy with his toy swathed, signed below. diameter 5 cm
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19th century Chinesefamille rose Lidded Vase, together with a 19th century Kutani ceramic vase and a Kutani style box and cover
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Late 19th century Indonesian Cast Metal Beetle Nut Cutting Tool, together with a matching knife.
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Ross of London 19th century Brass Telescopic Telescope, c. 1870, with ebonised and leather mounts and associated leather carrying case, bearing the inscription 'G S Elliot Teviot Richins Way Iver.Bucks'.
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Graduated Pair of 19th century Horn Mounted Hunting Knives, in their original leather carrying cases.
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Boosey and Hawkes Makers of London, Edwardian E flat Bakelite Mounted Nickel Plated Penny Whistle, c. 1910, encased in a military fabric carrying case
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After Charles Sykes, the spirit of Ecstasy, modelled as the lady clad only in fluttering robes; resting on a brassed mounting. Height 14 cm, Special Note, the spirit of Ecstasy was designed by Charles Sykes and inspires a story about secret passion between two people at differing ends of the social spectrum, the model for the emblem was Eleanor Velasco Thornton, the secret love of John Walter Edward Douglas-Scott-Montagu for over 10 years
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De la Grange, Art Deco Ivory and Gilt Bronze Figure, c. 1930, modelled as a page in full court dress, with hands in front in a clasping a book, resting on a stepped base, height 34 cm
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After Lorenzl, Art Deco Chromed Figure of a Dancing Girl, c. 1930, modelled as the woman balancing ; naked with her hands up and down as she moves to the music, resting on a plinth base, height 29 cm
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Pair of Late 19th century French bronzes, c.1900, one modelled figure of a scantily clad woman with a wreath headdress, and the other being of Mercury resting on a putti, each on and a mustard toned square plinth
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Selection of three silhouettes, c. 1930, two being of racing and the other for dressage.
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Directoire Style Cast Metal Lamp, The shade with applied motifs of stars, resting on a single turned pillar leading to three acanthus capped scrolled arms, and a tapering octagonal stem, terminating in scrolled feet, height 90 cm
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Max Le Verrrier 'Marabout' bronze car mascot, modelled as a stork with heavily accented features resting on a square mottled stoneware base. Height 18 cm
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Graduated Set of Six Victorian Brass Candlesticks, c. 1870, comprising the King, Queen and Jack of diamonds, so called for the facetted waisted banding to each pillar.
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Pair of Patented Fishing Nets, c. 1925, each with brass mounts and tubular supports.
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Boxed Caned Fishing Rod, c. 1930, fitted with dual ends, together with box of contempory lures, tackle bag and a pair of waders.
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Art Deco Ladies Parasol, c. 1930, together with leather cased pair of opera glasses, c. 1940. Provenance: The estate of the late F D Garvan, Sydney
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Taxidermied Light Shade, c. 1920, modelled in the form of a salt water puffer fish; resting upon a cast metal bakelite mounted base, height 19 cm
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Late Victorian Brass Fender, c. 1900, together with a pair of Victorian brass fire tongs. Provenance: The estate of the late F D Garvan, Sydney
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Anglo Indian Horn Mounted Walking Cane, c. 1910, modelled with a grip in the form of a stylised duck, with bone insert. length 83 cm
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Lenoir Paris 19th century Louis XVI Style Brass Mounted Simulated Tortoiseshell Clock and Matching Bracket, with an two train eight day movement, white porcelain dial with roman numerals, the case having stylised pierced mounts with 'C' scroll and shell motifs., height 85 cm, overall height 128 cm
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19th century White Metal Monstrance, with a gilded sunburst, centred by a well enclosing a sacred relic, and having applied figures of putti and sheaves of wheat; leading to a waisted column and a circular spreading foot. (Slight Af) height 47 cm
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Pair of Late 19th century Style 'Ivory' Panels, c. 1880, each mounted in original ebonised frames, carved after the antique
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Kugler, Art Deco Gilt Bronze Figure, c. 1930, modelled as a putto, naked, grasping twin bunches of grapes, resting on an elongated plinth base, height 26 cm
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Pair of 19th century Australian Scrimshaw Cow Horns, c. 1880, each modelled with carved scenes of ships in calm waters, emus, swans and whaling, carved and drilled for mounting.
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Pair of Regency Style Ormolu Mounted Bronze Figural Candlesticks, c. 1870, each modelled with a central campagna shaped sconce, resting on a pillar mounted with three elephant maskheads and a further three campagna shaped sconces, leading to a reeded pillar an acanthus capped lily pad mounted tri form base, being of paw feet, all resting on a tri-form plinth base, height 45 cm
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19th century Continental Ivory Paper Knife, c. 1890, of rectangular form, with waisted shoulders. length 31 cm
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After Moreau, Pair of Cast Bronze Figures of Rearing Horses, c. 1920, each modelled with the beast rearing on its hind legs as its handler desperately attempts to contain them, on a rustic plinth.
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Lipsia, An Early Calculating Machine, c. 1910, the entire machine fitted with crank handles and number windows. length 24 cm
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Finch Mason & C Welman for Sancovy, The Sandown Racing Game, c. 1930, the pine box enclosing; a selection of playing cards, instructions and the wheel, having printed images of each of the horses, bearing the signature of Finch Mason.
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Victorian Papier Mache Cabinet Plate, c. 1850, with a scalloped rim, leading to a shallow bowl decorated with floral motifs. length 25 cm. Provenance: The estate of the late F D Garvan, Sydney
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Two Walking Canes, one in carved bone with ebonised mounts; the other in simulated ivory with brassed mounts.
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Early Wax Mounted Doll, modelled in traditional dress, together with a selection of minor dolls.
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Drew & Sons Piccadilly Circus, Cased Picnic Set, c. 1920, fitted with enamel lidded dishes and trays, and silver plated pressed glass drinking vessels, all encased in its original wicker basket. (lacking a carafe)
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Palings USA, Boxed 'Victor' Chromed flute.
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19th century Italian micro mosaic panel, decorated with a young couple frolicking in the ruins of the temple of Vesta. (Slight AF to upper right portion of the panel). Height 62 cm. Width 59 cm.
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Arctic Fox (Alopex lagopus), Floor Rug, c. 1920, having its original red felt backing. (slight Af to tail) length 132 cm
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Bengal Tiger (Panthera Tigris Bengalensis) Floor Rug, c. 1920, having its original red felt backing. length 240 cm
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Pair of 19th century Gothic revival brass candlesticks, each modelled with central spikes and oval drop in pan drip trays, leading to facetted columns with fielded panels with lobed surmounts and some figural mounts, resting on tri-form stepped plinth bases united by pierced buttress supports.
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Eugene Bauges, Paris 19th century Louis XV style Lyre shaped gilt metal bracket clock, with two train eight day movement, porcelain enamelled dial, painted with swags of roses, modelled with sunburst surmount, with mask head insert, leading to twin supports having inset cast foliate decoration, united by a single floral swag, the dial surmounted by embellished ribbon tie, flanked by twin rampant foliate sprigs, the rectangular plinth base with applied gilt metal panels and rosettes and resting on gilt…
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Late 18th century Italian carved stained oak figure of an angel, modelled as the winged figure, clad only in a toga, one hand raised blowing a mythical horn, as on leg is raised resting on a furled ground and a stepped circular base. (AF). Height 76 cm
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Egyptian earthenware figure of a sarcophagus, together with twin early terracotta figures of 'Alace' and 'Platone'
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Rolyton 'Ladies in Waiting ', watercolour 35.0 x 24.5 cm, signed lower left. Provenance: The Estate of the late F D Garvan
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19th century American School. 'Figures on a River Bank', mixed media, 25 x 45 cm, signed lower left. Provenance: The Estate of the late F D Garvan
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Hammerman Sydney, Ladies Persian Lamb's Wool Jacket. Provenance: The Estate of the late F D Garvan Item
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19th century polychrome corpus, modelled in full detail with crown of thorns and muscular definition, height 103 cm
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French Ormolu Nine Branch Light Fitting, c. 1900, With a acanthus capped central support leading to nine short and nine long further supports, each having tulip shaped sconces, height 73 cm
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Pair of French 18th century Style Ormolu Wall Sconces, c. 1900, Each with a pierced scrolled foliate capped back plate, leading to three supports modelled as vines and glass drop in drip trays.
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Pair of French 19th century Style Ormolu Wall Sconces, Each with a pierced scrolled foliate capped back plate, leading to twin supports modelled as vines and tulip shaped sconce.
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19th century Style Brass Architectural Table Light, Modelled with a central Corinthian column, having a selection of four scrolled arms with tubular sconces, resting on a square turned plinth base, height 93 cm
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French Ormolu Octagonal Ceiling Light Fitting, c. 1920, With a central frosted glass shade, enclosed within the shaped case, with beaded decoration and acanthus leaves, width 46 cm
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Westerland Torboda, French 18th century Style Ormolu Mounted Cartel Clock, With an eight day, two train movement, the white enamel dial having both Roman and Arabic numerals, all encased in the wall mounted shaped, pierced fitted case with rose terminals. with original key height 70 cm
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