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March Art and Antiques Auction — Cordy's

Auction House:Cordy'sNumber of lots recorded:806
Sale Title:March Art and Antiques AuctionLots with images:214
Auction Location:AucklandPrices available:660
Date:26-Mar-2013
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A late Victorian foot stool, circular ebonised base with three turned tapering legs, upholstered with a circular cushion with bead work surface. Diameter 7.5 cm
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A c.1900 wicker cane travelling trunk, old green painted steel strapping and with leather stitched corners, fabric lined interior. 87 x 61 x 33 cm
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A vintage wrought iron umbrella stand of oblong shape standing on four pad feet, the tray base embossed with the date '1937'. Three leaf designs from the top corners missing. Length 47 cm, height 72 cm
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A small antique dark stained cedar dome top foot locker with iron side handles and lock, white painted initials RFS. Length 75 cm, height 31 cm
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A large Seiko warehouse wall clock, Arabic numerals, painted metal case. Diameter 68 cm
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A late 19th century oak butler's tray table, the rectangular top with cut-out handles to each side, raised on a folding base. 62.5 x 43 x 80 cm
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A Victorian mahogany octagonal sewing table, trumpet form on carved tripod base, the walnut veneer top opens to reveal a fitted interior, with key. 46 x 74 cm
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A Victorian mahogany pole screen, the brass columns with turned finial to top and on a turned and carved tripod base. The screen with carved frame with an old velvet painting under glass. Height 154 cm
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A Victorian walnut music canterbury, decoratively pierced sides, barley twist corner columns, full length drawer to front, on white porcelain bun feet, requires attention. 51 x 40 x 33 cm
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A colonial spindle back high chair, the oak chair breaks down into a child's rocker, cane seat, pressed decorated back, iron wheels. 43 x 48 x 109 cm
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A pair of stools in the manner of Charles II, the rectangular tapestry cushioned tops raised on four turned legs with inverted cups and squat bun feet, each leg united by an X-shaped stretcher. 50 x 37.5 x 45 cm
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A William IV mahogany writing table, plain upstand galleried back to the rectangular top with two short frieze drawers with turned knob handles, turned and tulip carved legs terminating in brass capped porcelain casters. 107 x 53 x 79.5 cm
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A Regency flame mahogany D-form fold-over top games table, the top cross-banded, green baize lined interior, raised on ring turned tapered legs. Good colour and patina. 92 x 45.5 x 77 cm
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A Victorian mahogany side table, the rectangular top with pierced brass galler, fine repeating arches, shaped fret cut frieze, raised on five turned legs with lower concave shelf. 99 x 48 x 77 cm
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A Georgian style small side table, one drawer to front, turned legs, cross stretcher base with finial to the centre, turned bun feet. 76 x 53 x 76 cm
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An American cherry wood display cabinet, the antique style cabinet of octagonal form, the glass and wood top on a tabletop type base, with four legs, a cross stretcher base with decorated wooden plate to the centre. Wooden top, glass frames, base and legs all with decorative embellishments. Two doors access the two octagonal glass shelves. 70 x 160 cm
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A mid-18th century American 'Queen Anne' tiger maple lowboy, one full width drawer over three drawers, exaggerated shaped apron, two front cabriole legs, brass handles and shaped back plates, the top with shaped front and sides. 104 x 51 x 79 cm
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A good Chippendale reproduction flame mahogany wine table, the radiating veneered top with serpentine rim raised on fine triple turned column with carved tripod base and claw feet. Diameter 51 cm, height 72 cm
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An early 19th century Continental beech plate rack dresser back, with four shelves, each with galleries of slender turned balusters, surmounted by a simple architectural cornice. 136 x 27 x 116.5 cm
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A Georgian demi-lune mahogany fold-over top card table, the top with satinwood stringing and similarly to the apron and tapering square section legs which terminate in conforming spade feet. 90.5 x 44 x 72 cm (closed)
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A small Georgian style twin pedestal walnut desk, the top with green leather inlay, above a frieze with three drawers and two pedestals each with three drawers raised on bracket feet, the drawers with cockbeaded edges and brass bale handles. 106 x 60 x 74.5 cm
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An Edwardian Sheraton Revival piano stool with low chair back, the hinged seat opening to reveal a box to hold sheet music, raised on tapering square section legs with splay feet
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An Edwardian Sheraton Revival side table, the rectangular top inlaid with a diagonal checkerboard parquetry design in mahogany framed by satinwood cross banded, two drawers in the frieze incorporate similar cross banded framing plain mahogany panels, each with oval laurel wreath handles with fan plate backs, raised on tapering square section legs from brass spade feet with small brass casters. 107 x 54.5 x 72 cm
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A c.1900 marble torchere, the octagonal top on a restrained turned circular section column, spreading circular base to the octagonal foot, mottled white with grey veined inclusions. Height 104.5 cm
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An N.Z. colonial dark stained kauri three stage whatnot with mottled drawer in base, oblong shape with moulded front edges, turned column supports and a spindled gallery around the top. 82 x 50 x 112 cm
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A New Zealand colonial scotch chest, three small drawers over three full width drawers, egg and dart moulding to the top, the side panel with impressed flowers leading to a half turned column. Bun feet, burr kauri veneer drawer fronts, replacement glass handles. 71 x 51 x 124.5 cm
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A New Zealand colonial kauri scotch chest, top curving narrow full length drawer over a central hat box drawer with two half drawers to each side. Three full width drawers below, drawer fronts veneered with mangaeo, two small carved corbels to each side, plinth base, with chrome Nouveau style handles and keyhole escutcheons. 17 x 55 x 142 cm
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A New Zealand colonial kauri wardrobe, two cupboard doors over two deep half drawers, crystal handles, carved detail, square shield to front of doors, carved ornate corbel on each side to top, plain curved pediment, on plinth base. 145 x 54 x 110 cm
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A N.Z. colonial wash stand, the burr kauri back decorated with seven tiles decorated with lilies below a row of 21 turned finials, the marble top above two half drawers with mottled veneer, kneehole cavity to the centre with mottled cupboards to either side, on china casters. Requires some attention. 120 x 50 x 118 cm
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A colonial kauri torchere stand, the octagonal top raised on a turned and tapering column supported on a stepped octagonal plinth base. Height 97 cm
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An Edwardian kauri torchere stand, the square top raised on an elongated vase turned column from a conforming square plinth base. Height 137.5 cm
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A colonial kauri chiffonier, one curved full width drawer over two doors, each door with a burr totara panel with a chamfered wood frame, a rewarewa turned surround frames the inner panels, carved corbel to each side, plinth base, turned scrolling back with floral and scrolling carving, one serpentine shaped back shelf supported by two turned spindles, the cupboard doors open to reveal one large shelf. 122 x 10 x 180 cm
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A colonial kauri dumb waiter, of three tiers on four turned supports with porcelain casters. 111 x 46 x 112 cm
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An Edwardian kauri hall stand, turned pediment, fixed coat hooks, central oblong bevelled mirror with five turned spindles above, carved decorated panels to the sides above a row of six Art Nouveau tubelined lily tiles, central drawer to front, umbrella stands to either side with tin drip tray to bottom shelf. Turned front supports. 114 x 36.5 x 105 cm
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A good New Zealand colonial kauri and mottled kauri scotch chest, each drawer with burr timber fascias, the central hat drawer framed by two pairs of smaller drawers above three full width drawers, original decorative white metal swing handles, plinth base, plain quarter round mottled front corners. 113 x 50 x 131 cm
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A quality Georgian reproduction small proportion bowfront chest of four graduated full width drawers, moulded top edge, brass drop ring handles, splayed bracket feet, oak lined and with dust liners. 1.6 x 48 x 75 cm
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A late Georgian bowfront mahogany chest of drawers, the three graduated drawers of full width, each with cockbeaded edges and brass bale handles, raised on splay feet. 105 x 54 x 86 cm
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A good George III oak standing corner cabinet, the mildly angular front with two double panelled doors enclosing two shaped shelves and another narrow gallery shelf, all above three short drawers, the conforming base with two panelled doors on scroll carved and bracket foot base, brass knob handles and escutcheons, in two sections. 100 x 57 x 210 cm
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A Georgian period mahogany hanging corner cabinet with a single astragal glazed door, three green painted internal shelves, broken arch pediment and boxwood stringing. 77 x 48 x 115 cm With key
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A 19th century English pine two stage standing corner cabinet, the top section with two astragal glazed doors and three shaped internal shelves, the base with two panelled doors, stepped pediment and bracket feet. 100 x 55 x 210 cm
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A 19th century Biedermeier flame mahogany centre table, the circular top on plain tapered triform substantial column and three way concave platform base with restrained scroll feet. Diameter 101.5 cm, height 74 cm
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A good William IV flame mahogany secretaire bookcase, the upper section with plain architectural cornice above two arched glazed doors enclosing a single shelf, raised on a tall base incorporating a secretaire drawer, the interior fitted with numerous pigeon holes and small drawers, above two panelled doors raised on a plinth base. 117 x 55 x 245 cm
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A good quality reproduction Georgian mahogany circular wine table of traditional plain design with tripod base and pad feet. Diameter 75 cm, height 72 cm
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A George III period oak dresser, the panelled back with open shelves and small arched door cupboards, the base with three panelled drawers and six turned legs with a rectangular section stretcher and cast bronze lion mask ring handles. Width 17.5 cm, depth 5.2 cm, height 22.2 cm
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A Victorian mahogany half tester double bed, includes headboard with posts, accompanying pediment and curtain rail, ornate foot board, mahogany curtain rings to the rail. 190 cm wide. Height including curtain pediment 237 cm
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A fine small proportion Sheraton Revival mahogany sideboard with curved breakfront top edged with ebony and satinwood rope twist detail, above a single drawer to the centre flanked by two small cupboards, raised on tapering square section legs, the central drawer inlaid with a trophy group of instruments and military arms, similar inlays decorate each of the door panels. 132.5 x 53 x 77 cm
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A 19th century mahogany patent concertina extension dining table, the concertina opening to accept three large original leaves, each with brass clips, the top with reeded edges, the ends of 'D' shape with attractive plain apron, all raised on ring turned tapering legs terminating in small brass caps and casters. 278 x 120 x 71.5 cm (extended)
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A Victorian upholstered mahogany framed couch, serpentine shaped back with carved and turned detail, the scrolling rolled arm with carved mahogany fronts, four turned feet with brass casters and cups. Upholstered in a cream self patterned brocade, with two small bolster cushions. 204 x 54 x 10 cm
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A late 19th century Art Nouveau three-seater settee, in the manner of Galle, with sinuous and stylised leaf forms carved to the arms, back and front rails and terminals, upholstered in a deep gold toned velvet upholstery. 200.1 x 98 cm
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A Georgian mahogany corner wash stand cabinet with a double glazed curved door section beneath the top above a central tier with a single drawer and two dummy drawers elevated on slender splay legs united by a shaped stretcher with vase ring. Height 87.5 cm
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A Regency mahogany Pembroke table, thumb moulded edge, traditional single frieze drawer to one end raised on restrained turned circular section legs
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An early 20th century George II style library chair, the high arched back upholstered in machine tapestry, scroll arms, raised on cotton reel turned legs and stretchers, with small upholstered stool
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A Victorian period mahogany armchair with leaf and scroll carved decoration, turned front legs, brass casters and deep buttoned, rich green velvet covers
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A Regency mahogany side chair, the broad flat back top rail decorated with stylised foliate carving, drop-in seat, raised on tapering faceted front legs and rear sabre legs
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A set of four William IV blade back dining chairs, the central back rails carved with stylised acanthus detailing, drop-in seats with additional loose cushions, raised on tulip tapering front legs and rear sabre legs
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A Victorian mahogany library chair, button back and upholstered in a self-patterned blue and mushroom brocade, the turned carved arms with upholstered tops, turned front legs. 66 x 70 x 94 cm
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A Victorian mahogany armchair, serpentine front, carved and turned arm fronts, turned front legs, buttoned back, upholstered in a velvet cord terracotta. 76 x 59 x 101 cm
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A Victorian mahogany armchair, as above
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A pair of Old English dark stained oak Lancashire ladderback country dining chairs of Georgian style, traditional design with original rush seats ( one showing some wear)
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A set of six quality Victorian rosewood dining chairs, the balloon backs with fine carved foliate detail, the back rails with shell and scroll carving, the ivory brocade upholstered seats raised on cabriole legs with conforming carving
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A modern original Le Corbusier chaise longue, made under licence by Cassina and no. 80144, the chrome plated frame, embossed with maker's name, numbered and other details, with stretch strap supports, bolster cushion, all adjustable on black metal stand
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A similar Le Corbusier chaise longue to above, white leather upholstered, stretch spring supports, on black steel base, unnamed
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A pair of French Louis XVI style gilt-wood framed bergeres, the frames carved with ribbon work and flowers, pineapple finials decorate the back's corners, the arm supports detailed with restrained decorative carving including stiff acanthus leaves, raised on tapering fluted turned legs, upholstered in fine self-patterned striped brocade
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A fine French kingwood bonheur du jour, the small proportion lady's writing desk inlaid with parquetry panels of book matched veneers, the superstructure with two doors and two small drawers, the base with a fold-out writing panel raised above a small kneehole flanked by small drawers and cabriole legs terminating in brass sabot feet. 65 x 47 x 103 cm
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A European Baltic small pine cupboard, three small drawers over two cupboard doors, bun feet to front. 70 x 45 x 95 cm
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A French Louis Philippe marble top cherry wood commode, shallow ogee top drawer above three uniform drawers all with brass pulls and keyhole escutcheons, raised on short stile feet. 115.5 x 58.5 x 15 cm
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A Louis Philippe French buffet, oyster shell walnut veneered, marble topped, with two frieze drawers above two panelled doors, embellished with gilt metal handles, swags and escutcheons, raised on turned tapering legs. 150 x 50.5 x 104.5 cm
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A French Louis XIII style oak flat top desk, the top with leather insert, two drawers in the frieze raised on barley twist legs and with conforming stretcher; along with a similarly carved and decorated chair, the top rail carved with grape leaves, the feet with caning. Desk 130 x 64 x 76 cm
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A Louis XV style bergere (armchair) with parcel giltwood frame carved with ribbon motif, surmounted by a foliate carved rail, the back and seat upholstered in ivory brocade, raised on tapering fluted turned legs
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A nest of three Chinese hardwood side tables, oblong shape, carved decoration and stretcher bases. The largest table width 44 cm, height 61 cm
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A nest of four rosewood tables, bamboo decoration to sides
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A large old Chinese circular red lacquer occasional table with central decoration, Greek Key pattern border and carved shoulder and legs. Diameter 95 cm, height 33 cm
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A small Chinese carved hardwood plant stand of circular shape with marble top, ornately carved and pierced decoration, four legs with a circular platform base. Diameter 26 cm, height 46 cm
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A nest of four Chinese rosewood occasional tables, the legs and top edges detailed to stimulate bamboo, the aprons carved with bamboo detail. Largest 51 x 39 x 66 cm
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A Chinese rosewood low table, oblong shape with shaped apron with carved scroll detail in low relief, raised on cabriole legs from ball and claw feet. 85 x 47 x 33 cm
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A mid-20th century Chinese carved rosewood side chair, the back finely detailed with figures, buildings and trees within a cartouche, floral frame, panelled seat, carved frieze
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An ornate Chinese mid-20th century rosewood centre table, the top ornately inlaid with warring figures, figures within buildings, landscapes, etc., double banded border including dragons chasing the mystic pearl, all highlighted with engraved bone inlays, conforming pediment, raised on carved ornate square form base. Diameter 128 cm, minor attention required
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A 1930s Chinese carved hardwood standard lamp, the ornate carved column stand surmounted with a serpentine dragon with a long oval red pleated shade suspended below the dragon's chin, open scrolling supports to the spreading circular base. Height 178 cm, fittings absent
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A pair of c.1900 oriental urn stands, the circular tops with bead border and grey mottled marble inset tablets, pierced and carved blossom frieze, each with four carved serpentine legs with cross stretchers to the base. Height 92 cm
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A pair of Chinese elm yoke back chairs with plain curved back slats, woven rattan panelled seats, serpentine arms and raised on straight legs joined by stretchers
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Three large modern Chinese buried army figures, modelled life-size, in full battle dress with studded armour plates, two figures down on one knee, the other standing, the terracotta bodies with dark glaze and umber dust finish. Height. 2 x 1270 and. 1 x 200 cm
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An Anglo-Indian black wood occasional table, the circular top with flared apron ornately carved with flowers, raised on a shaped and fully carved column, the three scrolling legs adorned with full figure lions and birds. Diameter 67 cm, height 67 cm Some attention required
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A good quality post-war Japanese three section kimono chest in cedar and paulownia with 'Tonoko' clay finish with beeswax and gum turpentine under the drawers. The top section with two sliding doors and three small drawers, the middle section with two cupboard doors and four sliding shelves, the base with three full width drawers. Fumigated. 117 x 41 x 156 cm
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An ornate carved Japanese plant stand, ebonised finish and heavily carved with florals, five carved scrolling legs, the bottom shelf with pierced cut-out decoration. 55 x 92 cm
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A Japanese two stage Tansu chest, the upper section with sliding doors enclosing two shelves above four small drawers, the lower section with two large panelled sliding doors. 118 x 43 x 160 cm
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An ornate late 19th century Anglo-Indian salon chair, all-over finely pierced carved, arched hoop back, figured arm supports, one absent, deep curved frieze, conforming spreading legs
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A Chinese porcelain garden seat, hexagonal barrel shape, decorated in famille rose with panels of figures between two borders decorated with leafy arabesques, the top and sides pierced with 'cash' rondels. Height 45 cm
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An old French iron planter, ornately decorated and with original two-handled copper liner with platform base and four scroll feet. Length 90 cm, height 89 cm
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A large Chinese six-fold screen, the ebonised frame enclosing the striking gold foil panels, fine weave dark blue cotton to the back, gilt metal mounts. Height 242.5 cm, width extended 450 cm
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A good 19th century gilded framed convex wall mirror, the circular frame with ebonised internal moulding, the eagle pediment with outstretched wings upon a rocky outcrop, scroll and leaf detail applied mount to the base. Diameter 65 cm
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An American black walnut veneered framed overmantel mirror of small proportions, oblong shape with rounded upper corners. 88 x 53.5 cm
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A Georgian fretwork framed mirror, the oblong glass within a frame with decorative scrolling pediment with a carved and giltwood eagle perched on an oak bough. Some losses. 93 x 48 cm
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A large 19th century gilt overmantel mirror, the moulded frame with pressed decorative features and bead work, the top set with a large scalloped shell and floral scrolls to each side, gilded floral decoration at base to each side, original mirror, red undercoat bleeding through the gilt top coat. 118 x 140 cm
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A Regency period mahogany cheval mirror, plain oblong glass with banded inlay borders, the frame with spiral fluted column supports and pineapple finials, the splay legs with boxwood stringing and brass lion's paw terminals. Height 145 cm, width 83 cm
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A Victorian mahogany toilet swing mirror, the rectangular mirror raised on restrained scroll arm supports and platform base with serpentine front, short carved legs
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A contemporary antique style gilt framed large rectangular mirror, rope detail. 80.5 x 122 cm
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A mid-20th century carved giltwood hanging ceiling light fitting and three matching twin arm sconces, scroll arms, carved leaf and turned detail, fully gilded, the ceiling fitting with gold velvet cord, knot and tassel covered hanger
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A mid-20th century carved giltwood four scrolling branch ceiling light fitting, acanthus leaf detail, gold velvet cord, knot and tassel hanger with brass fittings and gallery
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A cut crystal eight branch chandelier suspended from a gilt metal chain with conforming crystal ceiling mount, embellished with numerous swags and cut drops. Diameter 60 cm
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A vintage chandelier, the wide metal basket at the base festooned with teardrops and lustre style drops, the interior of basket with 25 bulb fittings suspended from a single bronzed column, with further 15 smaller metal branches with more suspended crystals. Diameter 70 cm
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