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Estate & Collector — Davidson Auctions

Auction House:Davidson AuctionsNumber of lots recorded:307
Sale Title:Estate & CollectorLots with images:304
Auction Location:SydneyPrices available:254
Date:25-Feb-2018
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Three glass items, including amethyst Carnival glass comport; blue vaseline glass footed dish; and a Victorian floral enamelled vase.
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Pair opera glasses and desk barometer-Hygrometer-thermometer, height 15 cm
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Three German porcelain figures. Nymphenburg snuff lady with impressed marks (basket handle damaged) (H16 cm); possibly Volkstedt porcelain figure of a cherub sculpting, blue factory mark to base (losses to both wings and fence posts) (H14 cm); figure of ragged boy with flower pots, blue factory mark to base (head broken and restored) (H14.5 cm).
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Large Bohemian ruby glass ewer. Faceted body and stopper, with gilt Baroque decoration. Height 34 cm
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Victorian pink vaseline glass bonbon dish, with clear applied handle. Height 20 cm
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Capodimonte porcelain console bowl. Twin foliate loop handles supported by satyrs. High relief continuous bacchanalian frieze. One figure missing arm and other minor chips. Length 30 cm
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Bohemian ruby glass items. Part drink service, comprising tray and five cordial goblets, all with silver overlay decoration of trailing vines (various chips and one goblet repaired); and 19th century wheel cut glass beaker, faceted body raised on a spreading foot, length 34 cm (tray) height 13 cm (beaker)
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Victorian lap desk. String inlay and gilt brass bound corners. Lid escutcheon engraved 'W Rogers, Mt Kembla 29.10.97.', height 17.5 cm length 40 cm, width 24 cm
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Six Danish porcelain items, including two Bing & Grondahl posy vases; kingfisher; two finch; and a salmon.
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Two Royal Doulton cabinet plates. 'Coaching Days' and one other. Diameter 26 cm (each)
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English Art Deco Elec table clock. Purple mirrored face, on chrome base. Untested. Height 21 cm
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Two various porcelain items, including Royal Doulton spaniel figure; and German porcelain dog figure group. Height 13 cm and 10 cm
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Herend figurine of a dancing man. It bears both the blue printed factory mark to the base together with the impressed 'Herend' mark. Height 29 cm
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Herend figurine of a seated man. Dressed in traditional Hungarian manner and with a dog at his feet. Blue printed factory mark to base. Height 23 cm
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Greek hand painted wall charger. Depicting the Parthenon,1954. Diameter 30 cm
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Delphin Massier iridescent glaze jug. Crouching nymph form handle, with satyr mask spout. Moulded body with peacock feather motif to the glaze. Painted initials to base 'D.M, V. (Am).', height 26 cm
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Two Royal Doulton lady figures. 'Top o' the Hill,' and 'Her Ladyship.' latter with minor chips. Height 19 cm (approx) (each)
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Midsummer Glassmakers vase. Of tapering form and everted rim. Mottled iridescent purple and pink. Height 24 cm
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Two Staffordshire cow figures. One spill vase with calf and milkmaid. Various losses (H24 cm); and the other with restored back leg. (H13 cm).
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Five Royal Doulton lady figures. 'Rose,' 'Cherie,' 'Sweeting,' 'Debbie' and 'Ninette.', height 9.5 cm and 15 cm (average)
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Venetian glass bowl. Ruby flashed, with abstract gilt decoration. Signed illeg. Height seven cm
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Nymphenburg porcelain figure of a boxer. Impressed factory mark to base and verso. Height 17.5 cm
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Murano art glass vase. Baluster form with everted rim. Signed 'La Fornasotta' to base and certification sticker. Height 17 cm
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Two Royal Doulton lady figures. 'Reverie' HN2306; and 'Pauline' HN2441. Height 15 cm (average)
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Alessi 'Lilliput' salt and pepper stand. Height 16 cm
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Kilim rug. Geometric bands in tones of blue, orange, beige and burgundy. Minor fraying to corners etc. 240 x 156 cm
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Three Lladro porcelain figurines. Girl nursing a kid, standing girl nursing a piglet and standing girl. Height 20 cm (tallest)
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Three Royal Doulton lady figures. 'Christine,' 'Adrienne,' and 'Kathleen.', height 20 cm (approx) (each)
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Three Royal Doulton items, including octagonal form tureen with floral decoration; and two sandwich trays. Length 28 cm (tray)
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Five porcelain figurines of children. Three Royal Copenhagen boy figures; and Bing & Grondahl children reading, girl with arms outstretched. Height 16 cm (tallest)
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Grace Seccombe, Budgerigar group. Signed 'Grace Seccombe' to base. Height 17 cm
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Australian pottery kookaburra dish. Seven little Australians - kookaburras on a tree stump. In the manner of and possibly by Grace Seccombe. Impressed circular mark to base - indistinct. Beak of one bird restored. Height 10 cm
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Pair Australian salt glazed slip vases, modelled as a pair of Victorian ladies shoes. One with crack. Height 13 cm (each)
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Martin Boyd pottery lamp base, with incised stylised leaves. Signed internally 'Martin Boyd Australia Ah.', height 16 cm
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Six Martin Boyd 'Ballerina' plates, each with inscribed signature verso. Diameter 12.5 cm (each)
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Four Pces of Australian pottery. Two Guy Boyd posy vases, each decorated with Australian wildflowers; Guy Boyd wall plate decorated with blossoms; and Hermia Boyd pin dish. Height seven cm (average)
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Eight various items. Five figurines; Limoges cabinet plate; pair of shoe-form bookends; and a pair of vases. One vase has missing handle. Height 23 cm (tallest)
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1889 gold sovereign. 22ct. W7.95g
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Dutch 10 Crona gold coin 1932. W6.72g
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Two Ram $200 gold coins. In slipcases. W20g
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Five various gold coins, each approx 0.5g fine .999 gold. W2.54g (total)
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Four Tokelay $5 gold coins. 2012 Perth mint 'Deadly and Dangerous' series. Solid fine .999 gold. (0.5g each). W2g (total)
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Ram $200 proof gold coin. 22ct, with box. W10g
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Legendary horses of Australian silver proof four - coin set. W100g (total)
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Two Australian mint Vietnam commemorative medals. 'Battle of long tan 25th Anniversary' and 'Vietnam Memorial 1992.'
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Four Argentinian bronze medals. Centennial of Municipal Census medal 1810-1910. Signed 'R Riberon 1910' free Institute of secondary Teaching, Buenos Aires 1892-1905 silver bronze medal; and two others.
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19th century silver Agricultural medal. Unmarked and depicting three cattle to front, wheat sheafs verso. W50.7g
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Eight Argentinian Centenary bronze medallions. Commemoration eight significant women of the 19th C.
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19th century bronze Papal medal. Pope Pious IX (1846-1878). Rubbed and worn verso.
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Miscellaneous coins. 1988 $5, 1996 $5, 1992 $5, 1927 florin etc.
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Silver gilt Masonic medal. Nambucca Lodge no. 271. On blue silk ribbon. Engraved verso and dated 1956-57. W47.6g (total)
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Australian Colonial daguerreotype portraits. James Martin and Isabella Martin (m.1853) portraits in small double sided (pinchbeck?) oval spinner mount. Spinner frame missing. Provenance: Mary Martin and Wilfrid Inman estate. Sir James Martin (1820-1866) Chief Justice and Premier of NSW; thence his daughter, Mary Martin (m. Inman 1897); thence Inman family descendants. 40 x 30 mm (oval)
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Martin Family Memento Vivere medallion. Milled edge silver finely engraved with the names of James Martin; his five siblings and their birth dates. Commencing with James Martin, 1820 to Mary Jane Martin 1833. Provenance: Mary Martin and Wilfrid Inman estate. Sir James Martin (1820-1866) Chief Justice and Premier of NSW; thence his daughter, Mary Martin (m. Inman 1897); thence Inman family descendants. Diameter 35 mm
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Victorian handmade silver bracelet. Hollow construction hinged bracelet with engraved decoration. Internal inscription 'From James Martin to his mother 20 Jan. 1878.' two dents. Provenance: Mary Martin and Wilfrid Inman estate. Sir James Martin (1820-1866) Chief Justice and Premier of NSW; thence his daughter, Mary Martin (m. Inman 1897); thence Inman family descendants. W33.16g
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Victorian gilt on 18ct pink gold mourning locket. Containing miniature portrait of Eleanor Martin, daughter of Sir James and lady Martin. Star enamel and inscription to front 'Dear Eleanor died 4th Feb. Y.1880 Do. Not. Forget. Her.' monogrammed 'MM' verso for Mary Martin. Illustrated in 'Martin of Martin place - a Biography of Sir James Martin' (1820-1886) pg. 95. Provenance: Mary Martin and Wilfrid Inman estate. Sir James Martin (1820-1866) Chief Justice and Premier of NSW; thence his daughter, Mary…
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Victorian hallmarked sterling silver card case. Hallmarked Birmingham 1897. Maker George Unite. Flat rectangular form, with side hinge lid; gilt interior. Monogrammed 'Mi' for Mary Inman, dated verso '19th May 1899' engraved with Martin family crest. Provenance: Mary Martin and Wilfrid Inman estate. Sir James Martin (1820-1866) Chief Justice and Premier of NSW; thence his daughter, Mary Martin (m. Inman 1897); thence Inman family descendants. W82g
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Rare Victorian aluminium cigarette case. Engraved monogram 'Wi' for Wilfrid Inman, and dated May 19th 1898. Provenance: Mary Martin and Wilfrid Inman estate. Sir James Martin (1820-1866) Chief Justice and Premier of NSW; thence his daughter, Mary Martin (m. Inman 1897); thence Inman family descendants.
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Victorian hallmarked sterling silver travelling box. Hallmarked Chester 1898. Maker John Millward Banks. Engraved 'Xmas 1898,' and with Martin family crest and latin motto ' in domino confido.' small dents. Provenance: Mary Martin and Wilfrid Inman estate. Sir James Martin (1820-1866) Chief Justice and Premier of NSW; thence his daughter, Mary Martin (m. Inman 1897); thence Inman family descendants. W98g
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Victorian hallmarked sterling silver vesta. Hallmarked Birmingham 1893. Maker 'W?' engraved with scrolling foliate decoration. Monogrammed 'Wi' for Wilfrid Inman and dated '19.5.97.' Dents. Provenance: Mary Martin and Wilfrid Inman estate. Sir James Martin (1820-1866) Chief Justice and Premier of NSW; thence his daughter, Mary Martin (m. Inman 1897); thence Inman family descendants. W19g
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Victorian hallmarked sterling silver folding fruit knife. Mother of pearl handle with ornate ferrule and blade. Hallmarked Sheffield 1891. Maker, John Yeomans, Cowlishaw. Mongrammed 'MM' for Mary Martin. Provenance: Mary Martin and Wilfrid Inman estate. Sir James Martin (1820-1866) Chief Justice and Premier of NSW; thence his daughter, Mary Martin (m. Inman 1897); thence Inman family descendants. Length 16 cm (open)
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Hallmarked sterling silver folding fruit knife. Knop carved mother of pearl handle. Hallmarked Sheffield 1915, maker George Wish. Monogrammed 'Wai' (Wilfred a Inman). Blade not closing fully. Provenance: Mary Martin and Wilfrid Inman estate. Sir James Martin (1820-1866) Chief Justice and Premier of NSW; thence his daughter, Mary Martin (m. Inman 1897); thence Inman family descendants. Length 14 cm (open)
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14ct yellow gold surround pocket knife. Two blades and nail file. Maker, Wolsenholm, Sheffield. Provenance: Mary Martin and Wilfrid Inman estate. Sir James Martin (1820-1866) Chief Justice and Premier of NSW; thence his daughter, Mary Martin (m. Inman 1897); thence Inman family descendants. Length seven cm
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Fairchild mother of pearl handled pen. Gold filled mount. Provenance: Mary Martin and Wilfrid Inman estate. Sir James Martin (1820-1866) Chief Justice and Premier of NSW; thence his daughter, Mary Martin (m. Inman 1897); thence Inman family descendants. Length 14.5 cm
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Set of Victorian hallmarked sterling silver fruit knives and forks. Hallmarked Birmingham 1856. Maker John Gilbert. Silver blades, tines and collars. Mother of pearl handles. The collars engraved with crest for Martin Family. Together with four other fruit knives and forks. EPNS mounts and ivory handles. Provenance: Mary Martin and Wilfrid Inman estate. Sir James Martin (1820-1866) Chief Justice and Premier of NSW; thence his daughter, Mary Martin (m. Inman 1897); thence Inman family descendants.
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19th century ivory Cheroot holder. Provenance: Mary Martin and Wilfrid Inman estate. Sir James Martin (1820-1866) Chief Justice and Premier of NSW; thence his daughter, Mary Martin (m. Inman 1897); thence Inman family descendants. Length 14.5 cm
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Victorian brooch miniature. Young woman with pearls in a high collared gown. Hand painted. Curled leaf form mount in 800 silver, also has pendant loop. Provenance: Mary Martin and Wilfrid Inman estate. Sir James Martin (1820-1866) Chief Justice and Premier of NSW; thence his daughter, Mary Martin (m. Inman 1897); thence Inman family descendants.
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Two various late 19th century pen knives, each with ivory grip scales. Provenance: Mary Martin and Wilfrid Inman estate. Sir James Martin (1820-1866) Chief Justice and Premier of NSW; thence his daughter, Mary Martin (m. Inman 1897); thence Inman family descendants. Length 9 cm (longest)
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19th century gold stick pin set with hardstone cameo. Cameo of classical female profile. Boxed (Jacobson, Denver). Provenance: Mary Martin and Wilfrid Inman estate. Sir James Martin (1820-1866) Chief Justice and Premier of NSW; thence his daughter, Mary Martin (m. Inman 1897); thence Inman family descendants. W4.74g
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Victorian hallmarked sterling silver perfume vial. Hallmarked London 1882. Maker, Samuel Morden. Gilt interior. Ornate vine leaf decoration. Monogrammed 'MM' for Mary Martin, daughter of Sir James Martin (1820-1886) Premier and Chief Justice NSW. Provenance: Mary Martin and Wilfrid Inman estate. Sir James Martin (1820-1866) Chief Justice and Premier of NSW; thence his daughter, Mary Martin (m. Inman 1897); thence Inman family descendants.
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Victorian hallmarked sterling silver patch box. Hallmarked Birmingham 1898. Maker L&S. Rococo style embossed decoration. Provenance: Mary Martin and Wilfrid Inman estate. Sir James Martin (1820-1866) Chief Justice and Premier of NSW; thence his daughter, Mary Martin (m. Inman 1897); thence Inman family descendants. W10.6g
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18ct yellow gold cased seal. Intaglio citrine with Martin family crest, and gothic script initials 'Ci' for Charles Anthony Inman, Son of Mary Martin and Wilfred Inman. Together with loose citrine seal. Provenance: Mary Martin and Wilfrid Inman estate. Sir James Martin (1820-1866) Chief Justice and Premier of NSW; thence his daughter, Mary Martin (m. Inman 1897); thence Inman family descendants. W18.53g (case) W4.93 (seal)
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Pair American silver candlesticks. Marked 'International sterling, weighted Reinforced N238.', each with impact marks and knocks. Height eight cm (each)
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George V hallmarked sterling silver mustard pot. Hallmarked London 1929, maker' 'B and S Ltd.' with cobalt glass liner. Two small dents to body. Height 7.5 cm, width 102g (silver)
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Silver cigar case. Oval case with hinged lid and three embossed floral bands. Tests as silver. Length 13.5 cm, width 67g
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Pair Victorian hallmarked sterling silver pepper pots. Hallmarked Birmingham 1892, maker Deakin and Francis. Minor dents to both. Height 11.5 cm (each) W117g (total)
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George V hallmarked sterling silver sugar sifter. Hallmarked London 1930, maker Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Co. Ltd. Octagonal form. Height 17.5 cm and W172g
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German 800 silver bread dish. Marked for Hugo Bohm (founded 1887). Length 31.5 cm, width 295gm
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Georg Jensen sterling silver spoon. Figural finial. Marked 'Georg Jensen 21 sterling Denmark.', W33g length 13 cm
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French silver gilt box. Rectangular snuff box with hinged lid with egyptian motifs embossed. Struck with indistinct maker's mark. Length eight cm, width 67g
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French Bresse enamel coin purse. Cobalt ground with central floral bouquet and silk interior. Enamel with scratches and minor cracks. Length 8.5 cm
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Charles Frodsham carriage clock. Oval brass frame with glazed panels. White enameled face with Roman numerals and marked 'Chas Frodsham London.' two keys. Running. Height 11 cm
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Two four fold ivory rulers. Nickel mounted, both by Rabone & Sons. Length 12 inches (2)
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14ct white gold and diamond set pendant and chain. Chain 10ct, diamond 0.65ct. Length 50 cm (chain) W6.02 (total)
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9ct gold charm bracelet. Eight charms ranging from 9-18ct, incl. 10 cronar coin set and opera house by Stokes. W56.64 (total)
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14ct European hallmarked guard chain, length 160 cm, width 15.71g
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Three 9ct yellow gold brooches. One set five diamonds and cultured pearl; one set diamond; and one baby brooch. W4.6g
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18ct yellow gold Italian rope link chain, with bolt ring clasp. Length 50 cm, width 18.9g
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Two Pr's 9ct yellow gold hoop earrings. W4.5g (total)
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9ct Italian hollow belcher link chain, length 65 cm, width 4.72g
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9ct yellow gold hollow curb link chain, with large bolt ring clasp. Unmarked, but tests, approx. 9ct. Length 55 cm, width 33.5g
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Japanese matching Damascene necklace and bracelet
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Omega Seamaster automatic watch. 1950s with baton markers, centre seconds and date. S/steel case and mesh band. Signed crown. Running, unserviced.
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French Tabatiere 'La Bretonne'. Snuff box with tortoiseshell lid overlaid with figure of a farmer ploughing, length eight cm
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18ct yellow gold Australian watch chain. Kerb link with T-bar, by W Kerr. L 35.5 cm, width 49.03g
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Two Tasmanian Maireener shell necklaces, including four strand pink shell; and one single strand green shell. Length 46 cm (pink) and length 35 cm (green)
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Five silver and marcasite brooches. Bow and floral form, together with two others.
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Four various brooches, including 1 silver and mother of pearl; one moonstone set scorpian; and two others.
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Hallmarked sterling silver emerald set pocket Saxon Sun-dial. Hallmarked London 1975, maker Gf. Emerald set tablet. Missing gnomon. Length seven cm, width 78g
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Colonial Australian gold brooch. Set with garnets and rock crystal. Unmarked, but tests at 18ct. W10g
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Early 20th century Australian 9ct yellow gold swivel fob. Set with Queensland boulder opal and carnelian. Ex Coote Family Estate?, W9.3g (total)
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