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Fine Jewels, Watches & Luxury Accessories; Decorative Arts — Webb's

Auction House:Webb'sNumber of lots recorded:502
Sale Title:Fine Jewels, Watches & Luxury Accessories; Decorative ArtsLots with images:502
Auction Location:AucklandPrices available:327
Date:13-Jun-2021
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A Lalique 'Pinsons' bowl, richly decorated with arching serrated leaves and birds. Signed to base. Height 9.5 cm, depth 23.5 cm
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A mid-century Scandinavian extending dining table, in teak with oak clashing. The extensions tapering inwards to the outer edge. Raised on cigar form legs. Height 76 cm, width 124.5 cm, depth 87 cm unextended
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A Curtis Jere Brutalist flower hanging, signed and dated '68 in ink to the lower petal. Height 75 cm, width 30 cm, depth 25 cm
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A mid-century sideboard, raised on sleigh legs. Three drawers flanked by doors with tapering rectangular pulls. Height 73 cm, width 198 cm, depth 43 cm
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A Curtis Jere wall sculpture, of rare and irregular form. Features alternating trapezoids of silver and gold metal that create a wave-like form. Signed and dated 1985 in ink. Height 65 cm, width 130 cm
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A Poltrona Frau Bonnie sofa, made in Italy in the 1990s. A three seater made from white leather. Removeable seats and a high quilted back. Height 89 cm, width 207 cm, depth 96 cm
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A 1950s Italian hall mirror, a large rectangular mirror in a wooden frame. Features a low glass shelf supported by gilt floral vines. Height 200 cm, width 130 cm, depth 25 cm
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A set of four 'Editor's' chairs by Aarben Italia, C. 1970s. Solid chromed steel structure supporting thick leather pads in cobalt blue. 'Made in Italy' affixed to underside. Height 80 cm, width 57 cm, depth 57 cm
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An mid-century teak sideboard, in the style of G-Plan. Three drawers flanked by doors with window detailing. Chromed steel cup pulls. Raised on tapered legs. Height 75.5 cm, width 121 cm, depth 41 cm
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Italian floor Torchiere lamp attributed to Artemide, sticker indicating production in 1998. Produced from brushed steel. Features ingot steel base weighing the lamp down. Light switch and dimmer control. Thick frosted lamp shade. Height 184 cm, width 25 cm
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A Danish Erling Torvits rosewood Secretary desk, designed by Erling Torvits for Klim Møbelfabrik in the 1960s. This rare and incredible Danish modern secretary desk is crafted from Brazilian rosewood. The top desk surface folds down to reveal three bow tie drawers, which sit below two sliding door compartments. The two smaller drawers sit above the drop down and can only be opened with a hidden locking mechanisms. Three large drawers sit at the base of this piece and provide excellent storage. Height 122…
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A Don Narvik armchair, designed by Fred Lowen. Circa 1960's. Mahogany frame and winged armrests with sleek pointed ends height 95 cm, width 71 cm, depth 70 cm
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A monumental Whites Aviation of the Rakaia Gorge, this is a hand-coloured photograph, signed to lower right edge. Label affixed verso. Framed and mounted. Condition consistent with age and use. 1110 x 220 cm
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A Vono sofa daybed by Don, elegant refined form. Designed and manufactured c.1960 in New Zealand. Freshly upholstered in high-quality grey fabric. Height 80 cm, width 202 cm, depth 80 cm (upright)
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A leather low line sofa, a chrome steel frame supports black leather seats. Height 71 cm, width 145 cm, depth 75 cm, seat height 40 cm
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A lowline coffee table, solid chromed steel frame with thick glass top. Height 36 cm, width 120 cm, depth 60 cm
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A walnut and leather two seater, a padded leather upholstery with brass caps and leather tie detailing. Curvaceous arms, sitting on arched legs. Height 80 cm, width 121 cm, depth 80 cm
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Dorothy Hafner Rosenthal flash Dinnerware Fondue set, made in Germany, 1982. Comprises of, a fondue pot, six skewers, six plates, and two candle holders. Fondue pot height 25 cm, width 30 cm, depth 16 cm, plates depth 22 cm
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A Marilyn Sainty cocktail chair, C. 1988, crafted in New Zealand by fashion and furniture designer Marilyn Sainty. Comprising of a painted wooden seat, a powder-coated steel structure and a rubber arm and backrest, recycled from a milking-machine hose. In 2005, Marilyn Sainty announced that she was retiring from making clothes to exclusively 'Grow trees and make furniture'. With this chair, she had the intention of creating something 'Barely there'. Carefully selecting and re-using simple materials, she…
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Dorothy Hafner Rosenthal flash tea set, made in Germany, 1982. Comprises six cups and saucers, sugar bowl, creamer, and salt and pepper shakers. Cups height 6 cm, width 10.5 cm, saucers width 15.5 cm, depth 15 cm, salt and pepper shakers height 11 cm, width 7.3 cm
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A Lightning bolt Neon, a bespoke Led flex neon on clear acrylic backing. Height 44 cm, width 21 cm
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A Naturofantastic vase by Lladro, Lladro's Naturofantastic collection is inspired by exuberant plant shapes to create a bright and warm fantasy, a celebration of the joy of life. Stamped to base. Height 41 cm, depth 25 cm
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A 'Butter' Neon, a bespoke Led flex neon on clear acrylic backing. Height 26 cm, width 77 cm
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A large and impressive Japanese blue and white late 17th century porcelain charger, the centre is painted with a depiction of a vase spilling forth a profusion of peonies. The border features painted panels with peonies, chrysanthemums and auspicious emblems. Purchased from Sotheby's London 1994, depth 55 cm
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A pair of rare late 19th century Emile Galle faience figures, c.1880 - 1890. Designed by Emile Galle (France 1846 - 1904). Signed to foot of each. Evidence of highly-competent restoration. Both modelled seated and decorated with blue glazed hearts and spots against a yellow ground, inset glass eyes. Tallest height 32 cm, width 18 cm, depth 14 cm
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A Len Castle crater lake bowl, matte grey stained earthenware exterior and alkaline blue glaze to the interior. A gift to the vendor from a former New Zealand Prime Minister. The work perfectly encapsulates Castle's unrivalled skill, the balanced, elegant form juxtaposes the rawness of the bowl's rim and the precisely-sculpted cavetto. Thrown at the latter end of his distinguished career, this example embodies his full control as a practitioner in all areas of his craft, depth 44.5 cm
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A set of four George Nakashima Conoid chairs, this iconic design cantilevers the seat from only two legs. Sled feet and a moulded seat. Maker's mark to underside of each chair. Height 90 cm, width 49.4 cm, depth 46.5 cm, seat height 43 cm
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A handblown art glass vase by Oggetti, from the island of Murano, Italy. Flattened cylindrical form. Original manufacturer's label affixed, signed to base. Height 32 cm, width 18 cm, depth 10 cm
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A rare set of six Pierre Jeanneret chairs, model Pj-Si-54-A, C. 1960, all designed for the Administration training Institute in Chandigarh, India. Comprising of a solid Burma teak structure and a braided cane work seat. The rectangular backrest is slanted and slightly curved. The trapezoidal double-leg assemblies are connected by three crosspieces making it structurally sound and stable. All chairs have painted marks: Ati (H) 108, Ati (H) 195, Ati (H) 145, Ati (H) -8, Ati (H) 152, Ati (H) -48. Height 77.5…
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A Guy Roger 'Beverley Hills' sofa, low line two-seater. Cane detailing to armrests and backrests. Height 64 cm, width 177.5 cm, depth 78 cm, seat height height 50 cm
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A mid-century teak wardrobe, Two-door format with three internal drawers and clothing rail. Each door with an elegant full-length curved pull. Raised on tapered legs. Height 183 cm, width 122 cm, depth 61 cm
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An elegant American leather sofa, finished in high quality supple black leather and supported by a pair of two-spoked legs. In excellent condition. Height 75 cm, width 250 cm, width 90 cm
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A set of four Danish dining chairs, by Mogens Koch, in the style of Niels Moller 'Model 75' chairs. Teak frames. Original ropecord in good condition. One chair has had a minor professional repair to the frame. Height 77 cm, width 45 cm, depth 41 cm, seat height 45 cm
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An Antonia Astori 'Leopold' dining table for Driade, designed by one of the founders of Driade, the Leopold table reflects their focus on simplicity, structure and the best of Italian style. The tabletop floats over the coated steel frame allowing the full effect of the dining chairs to be seen. Elegant and extremely functional. Height 72 cm, width 270 cm, depth 100 cm
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A set of five 'Lucio' dining chairs by Sergio Rodrigues, for Lin Brasil. In beech wood and cane. Height 80 cm, width 50 cm, depth 48 cm
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A Rudi Schwartz for Whitmore Arti Domo (Christchurch) chest, rosewood chest of drawers, with two full width drawers, raised on square section legs. Height 72.5 cm, width 91 cm, depth 42 cm
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A pair of 1960s Danish tubular chrome easy chairs, Deep-buttoned black leather upholstry on a canvas sling. Supported by a pair of two-spoked legs. Attributed to Ingmar Relling. Height 97 cm, width 68 cm, depth 73 cm
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A Vivai del Sud Tropicalist bamboo rattan dining table by Mariani and Purini, twin pedestal base with smoked glass top. Designed and manufactured in Italy c.1970. In excellent vintage condition. Height 70 cm, width 195 cm, depth 120 cm
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A Ross Lovegrove for Gufram Softcrete seat, corner seat. This seat was Lovegrove's homage to the concrete of brutlist architecture. Made from polyurethane foam, this seat is soft to the touch. Height 70 cm, width 70 cm, depth 70 cm
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A 1950s Italian velvet sofa, reupholstered in powder blue. Elegant, timeless for raised on brass pin legs. Height 90 cm, width 190 cm, depth 70 cm
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A Ross Lovegrove for Gufram Softcrete seat, this seat was Lovegrove's homage to the concrete of brutlist architecture. Made from polyurethane foam, this seat is soft to the touch. Height 70 cm, width 70 cm, depth 70 cm
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A mid century teak desk, twin pedestal format with adjoining back. The left with a four drawer format, the right with two small drawers and file drawer. In excellent vintage condition. An enduring design classic. Height 74 cm, width 183 cm, depth 92 cm
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A pair of Catifa 80 sled seats by Arper design, height 71 cm, width 72.5 cm, depth 62 cm each
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A Jens Risom sideboard, height 72 cm, width 198 cm, depth 53 cm
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A burnt orange George Nelson sideboard for Herman Miller, circa 1949. Made from walnut. Restored to original condition. Mid-century- modern sideboard. This dresser has a full complement of slat dividers within each of the four drawers and two shelves within the cabinet. Signed to the top interior drawer. Sits on four legs. Height 74.9 cm, width 142.8 cm, depth 46.9 cm
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A Ralph Lauren tartan wingback armchair, Resplendently Ralph Lauren. Showcasing his trademark hunting lodge chic with this beautifully-aged tartan giant. Super comfy, super elegant and supersized. Height 114 cm, width 88 cm, depth 83 cm, seat height 50 cm
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A teak mid-century sideboard, central drop down door below a single drawer, flanked by doors, all with chromed steel pulls. Height 84 cm, width 137 cm, depth 46 cm
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A pair of Yamakawa rattan stools, made in Japan. In woven cane with sloped arms. Manufacturers label to the underside. Height 94.5 cm, width 55 cm, depth 50 cm
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A set of five Sistina strap chairs, designed by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi. In brown leather. Height 79 cm, width 47 cm, depth 44 cm
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A Bruno Mathsson Pernilla lounge chair with ottoman, made of a curved beech plywood. Covered with a grey canvas fabric. Chair is height 99 cm, width 85 cm, depth 90 cm, ottoman height 41 cm, width 62 cm, depth 73 cm
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A Baker Archetype collection sideboard, this immaculate sideboard from the Archetype collection by Michael Vanderbyl, has been expertly handcrafted by master artisans in the Baker tradition, and is as new. The collection pairs clean geometric forms with elegant English sycamore veneers and was inspired by period furniture styles such as Regency, Empire and shaker. But its clever design also pays homage to some of the world's best 20th century designers. Height 101 cm, width 170 cm, depth 46 cm
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A Baker 'Archetype' collection Tufted armchair, beautiful deep-buttoned armchair from the Archetype collection by Michael Vanderbyl, has been expertly handcrafted by master artisans in the Baker tradition. It is classically timeless and absolutely stunning. Height 77 cm, width 91.5 cm, depth 70 cm, seat height 50 cm
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A Baker Archetype collection set of drawers, this elegant set of drawers from the Archetype collection by Michael Vanderbyl, has been expertly handcrafted by master artisans in the Baker tradition. It is, to use a popular term, 'Classically timeless' and absolutely stunning. Perfect for lounge, bedroom or dining. The collection pairs clean geometric forms with elegant English sycamore veneers and was inspired by both traditional and 20th century designs. Height 184.5 cm, width 61 cm, depth 51 cm
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A Brutalist dining suite, the two carvers matching the brutalist table frame with glass top. Four steel high-back chairs with removable cushions competing the set. Table height 76.5 cm, width 130 cm, length 190 cm, carver chair height 111 cm, width 55 cm, depth 60 cm
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A large Parker mid century mirror, 1150 x 100 cm
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A French provincial style table and chairs, a long rectangular table with foliate scroll legs. 8 chairs with wicker woven seat. Table height 75 cm, width 220 cm, depth 110 cm, chair height 87 cm, width 50 cm, depth 50 cm
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An antique 'State fire and Accident Insurance Office' sign, an oval metal sign with a blue ground. Features the Royal coat of arms of the United Kingdom. Four holes for mounting. Height 43 cm, width 56 cm
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A Design55 ceramic monkey vase, the vase is in the form of a sitting monkey and the vase opening is at the crown of the monkeys head height 49 cm, width 31 cm
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An antique 'Player's Please' sign, made from metal in a rectangular shape/ yellow ground with red text, sign reads 'It's the tobacco that counts'. Metal wall mount. Height 42.1 cm, width 57 cm
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Filicudara wall lamp by Steven Lombardi for Artemide, length 48 cm, width 30.5 cm, depth 22 cm
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A large cow hide rug, in excellent condition. Length 260 cm, width 200 cm
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A Hardrill & Horstmann Counterpoise Articulating desk lamp, England 1950s. A rare early version of the articulating desk lamp with the additional attractive and functional counterbalance. Height 60 cm adjustable
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An unusual vintage swivel light fixture, articulated function is copper piping with black glass shades. Three branches each with a light to each end. Approximately height 80 cm, width 110 cm
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A stunning mid century lamp, Knopped and faceted design in wood and porcelain with brass banding. Woven shade. Height 80 cm, depth 36 cm
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An Italian floor lamp by Ciacci, solid steel base with central column, the shade with steel abstract detailing. Height 180 cm, depth 65 cm
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A Moe crackle glass globe ceiling light, made in the 1960s for Moe. Assembled in the US. A fine example of Italian glass workmanship and American brass manufacturing for the components. Frosted glass globe with a crackle finish. Chrome fixture with ceiling mount. Height 40 cm, depth 25 cm
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A Goebel Alphonse Mucha glass vase, with Art Nouveau style imagery. Height 30 cm, depth 12.5 cm
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An Art Deco lamp., features a woman holding a circle frame with glass decoration. Height 36.5 cm, width 200 14 cm
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An antique oak Auckland public library book case, height 189 cm, width 200 cm, depth 26 cm
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A Louis Philippe style sofa, three seater. Upholstered with a floral patterned fabric. Sits on four curved legs. Height 90 cm, width 220 cm, depth 80 cm
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A Colonial mahogany Scotch chest, with three drawers over three long drawer format. Height 147 cm, width 132 cm, depth 66 cm
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A late 18th century French gateleg table, double gate. Knopped and faceted turned legs joined by stretcher. Drawer to one end with brass knob. Height 74 cm, width 133 cm, depth 158 cm (extended)
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An antique concealed cabinet safe, height 151 cm, width 68 cm, depth 68 cm
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An antique writing desk, two short drawers under one full length drawer. Brass escutcheons and draped handles. Height 72.5 cm, width 85 cm, depth 50 cm
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A pair of good 19th century spindle-back chairs, turned legs and a bold front stretcher to each. Wear consistent with age and use. Height 88 cm, width 45.5 cm, depth 45.5 cm
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A Colonial kauri cabinet, two door format revealing three internal shelves. Raised on turned feet. Height 102 cm, width 100 cm, depth 38.5 cm
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A 19th century painted salon chair, the central back of the chair has a painted image of a young boy. A pink coloured textile for the seat. Height 90 cm, width 46 cm, depth 44 cm
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An octagonal table with marquetry, castor wheels at the end of each of the four legs. Height 72.6 cm, width 73 cm, depth 73 cm
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A vintage cast glass lamp, with Art Nouveau style floral motifs raised in relief. New Eunice Taylor shade. Height 60 cm, depth 40 cm
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A demi lune table, a half circle table with three legs. Height 80 cm, width 90.5 cm, depth 48.5 cm
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A Georgian toilet mirror, with two curved front drawers. Height 60 cm, width 48 cm, depth 24.5 cm
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An antique giltwood mirror with candelabra attachment, a large oval-shaped mirror with gold frame with a sconce attachment for three candles. The frame is decorated with leaves and lilies. At the top of the frame is a cherub. Height 118 cm, width 80 cm
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A 19th century toilet mirror, tilting central mirror supported by a column either side with fluted detailing. Height 56 cm, width 41 cm, depth 35 cm
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Len Castle flagon, made from earthenware. Grey glaze with lower section lightly coated in red glaze. Cork top. Makers mark at the lower portion. Height 32 cm, diameter 18.5 cm
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A mother-of-pearl inlaid side table, grey and white foliate design. Height 47 cm, width 30.5 cm, depth 30.5 cm
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A Moroccan style bone inlaid side table, in orange and white with hexagonal top and sides, with Islamic arched apron. Height 61.5 cm, width 38.5 cm, depth 38.5 cm
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A Moroccan style bone inlaid side table, in blue and white with hexagonal top and sides, with Islamic arched apron. Height 66 cm, width 46.5 cm, depth 54 cm
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A bone inlaid mirror, 920 x 122 cm
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A mother-of-pearl inlaid side table, blue and white foliate design. Height 47 cm, width 30.5 cm, depth 30.5 cm
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Pahe-a-Range' - J. Sutcliffe, lithograph, 1840. Framed and mounted. Height 36.2 cm, width 25.6 cm
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Observatoire de L'astrolabe' - Louis Auguste de Sainson, lithograph. Framed and mounted. Height 28.6 cm, width 37 cm
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Traditional Pacific Island tools, plate 9, etching. Framed and mounted. Height 18.3 cm, width 22 cm
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Mouillage D'Otago' - Louis Le Breton, lithograph, 1846. Framed and mounted. Height 23.8 cm, width 36.2 cm
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Arthur James Isles 'Ancient Maori Carvings', albumen silver print. Mounted in black frame with gold meander boarder decoration. Text in the photo describes the image as 'Ancient Maori carving'. Height 19 cm, width 14 cm
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View of the inside of a house on the island of Ulietea, with representation of a dance to the music of that Country' - Giovanni Battista Cipriani, engraving. C.1770s. Framed and mounted. Height 22 cm, width 34.5 cm
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A contemporary flower jade toki, suspended on woven black cord. Height 7 cm, width 6 cm, depth .4 cm cord: length 23 cm
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A flower jade heitiki, carved by Wayne Turnbull. With paua inset eyes and suspension holes to the back. Height 6.8 cm, width 4 cm, depth 1 cm
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A contemporary pounamu mere, with a waxed cord. Height 35.5 cm, width 9 cm, depth 3 cm
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A tortoise shell and mother of pearl lamp, the base lamp base is made from a large seashell, the neck of the lamp is covered with mother of pearl pieces. Height 5 cm, width 38 cm, depth 3 cm
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A signed letter from Sir Edmund Hillary from his Journey during his Trans Atlantic Expedition, frame 485 x 61 cm
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