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Decorative Arts, Day 2 — Leski Auctions Pty. Ltd.

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Auction House:Leski Auctions Pty. Ltd.Number of lots recorded:709
Sale Title:Decorative Arts, Day 2Lots with images:702
Auction Location:MelbournePrices available:547
Date:27-Mar-2022
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Icon: egg tempera on wood panel, depicting the holy prophet Elijah in the wilderness and ascending into heaven, Russian, later 19th century, 32 x 25 cm.
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Icon: egg tempera on wooden panel overlaid by a silver-gilt riza, depicting St. John the Divine, Russian, circa 1900, 31.5 x 26 cm.
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Icon: tempera on wooden panel depicting St. Nicholas the Wonder Worker, Russian, late 19th century, 31.5 x 27 cm.
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Icon: tempera on wooden panel depicting the mother of God (probably from a deesis), Russian, circa 1880s, 31.5 x 25.5 cm.
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Icon: tempera on wooden panel depicting St. Nicholas the Wonder worker, Russian, late 19th century, 34.5 cm x 31 cm.
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Icon: tempera on wooden panel depicting the holy Martyrs Samonas, Gourias and Habibus of Edessa, Russian, mid 19th century, 31.5 x 25.5 cm.
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Finding of the True cross and the holy martyrs, Samona, Gourias and Habibas; Russian, mid-late 19th century, 35.5 x 30.5 cm. Icon: a composite house icon, tempera on wooden panel, depicting a deesis, the exaltation of the True cross and the holy martyrs, Samona, Gourias and Habibas; Russian, mid-late 19th century, 35.5 x 30.5 cm.
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Icon: tempera overpainted on a fine older panel, depicting St. Nicholas the Wonder worker with attendant saints, Russian, late 19th century (but probably over an earlier image), 35 x 30.5 cm.
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Icon: oil on wooden panel, depicting the Dormition of the Virgin Mary, Russian, late 19th century, 22 x 18 cm.
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Miniature icon: tempera on wooden panel in the palekh style, depicting St. Seraphim of Sarov praying in a forest, Russian, late 19th century, 11.2 x 8.9 cm (image size).
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Icon: tempera on panel, depicting three unidentified saints (a deacon, a monk and a holy soldier), Russian, mid 19th century, 22.5 x 20 cm.
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Icon: tempera on wooden panel, depicting Saint Stylianos, Rumanian, early 20th century, 24 x 17.5 cm.
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Icon: tempera on wooden panel, depicting Saint Mitrofan of Voronezh, Russian, mid 19th century, 17 x 13 cm.
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Minature icon: tempera and gilding on wooden panel, depicting Saint Demetrius, Russian, late 19th century, 13.5 x 11 cm.
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Miniature icon: tempera on wooden panel, depicting St. Vladimir, St. Theodosius and St. Demitrius, Russian, mid 19th century, 13.5 x 11 cm.
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Depucting the Annunciation, Russian, late 19th century, 18 x 14.5 cm. Icon: tempera on wooden panel, depicting the Annunciation, Russian, late 19th century, 18 x 14.5 cm.
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Miniature icon: tempera on wooden panel, depicting Saint Seraphim of Sarov praying in the forest, Russian, late 19th century, 14.5 x 12 cm.
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Icon miniature: tempera on wooden panel, depicting Saints Cosmas and Damian with Saint Paraskeva and Saint John, Russian, 18th century, 18 x 14 cm.
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Icon: tempera on wooden panel, depicting mother of God, Joy of all who Sorrow, Russian, circa 1900, 22 x 17.5 cm.
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Icon: tempera and gilding on wooden panel, depicting the holy Nun Anna Kashnitsa, Russian, late 19th century, 22 x 18 cm.
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Icon: tempera on wooden panel, depicting St. Nicholas the Wonder worker, circa 1850, Russian, 27 x 20.5 cm.
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Icon: wooden panel with brass riza, depicting our Lord Jesus Christ, late 19th century, 18 x 14.5 cm.
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Icon: oil on wooden panel, depicting the Annunciation, Russian, circa 1900, 22 x 18 cm.
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Icon: tempera on wooden panel, depicting Christ the Lord of all, Russian, mid 19th century, 30.5 x 26 cm.
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Icon: tempera and gilt on wooden panel in the Palekh style, depicting Saint Anthony of Kiev, Russian, circa 1890s, 13.7 x 11 cm (panel size), St. Anthony is depicted in front of the Monastery of the caves, of which he was co-founder in the 11th century.
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Icon: tempera and gilt on wooden panel, depicting the Resurrection (central panel) surrounded by the great Feasts of the church, Russian, mid 19th century, 36 x 30.5 cm.
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Icon: tempera and gilt on wooden panel, depicting Saint Paraskeva, Russian, late 19th century, 43.5 x 30.5 cm, Saint Paraskeva, is the virgin martyr patron saint of the Friday market.
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Icon: tempera on wooden panel, depicting St. Abbib, St. Gourii, St. Samona and St.Bindantii together with St. John the monk and St. Sabin in the side panels, Russian, mid 19th century, 35.5 x 30.5 cm.
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Icon: oil on wooden panel, being a version of a painting by Ilya Repin titled 'Saint Nicholas of Myra saves three criminals from execution', Russian, late 19th century, 22 x 17.5 cm.
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Icon: tempera and gilt on wooden panel, depicting the old Testament holy Trinity (the angels entertained by Abraham and Sarah in the garden of Mamreh) surrounded by St.John the Baptist, holy Prophet Elijah, St, Peter and St, Paul, Russian, 19th century (apparently reworked by an artist who has signed at lower right, E. Mavron), 30 x 27 cm.
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Icon: tempera, silver gilt and embossing on wooden panel, depicting Saint John the Forerunner holding the Christ child as the lamb of God, Russian, mid 19th century, 37 x 31 cm.
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Icon: tempera and gilt on wooden panel, depicting the Mother of God of the Sign, Russian, mid 19th century, 44 x 34.5 cm, one of the major miracle-working icons of old Russia.
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Icon: tempera on gesso on linen on wooden panel, depicting the crucifixion, Greek, mid 19th century, 18.2 x 15 cm.
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Icon: tempera on wooden panel, depicting Saint Seraphim of Sarov, Russian, circa 1850, 17.5 x 15 cm, Prokhor Moshnin (1759 - 1833) venerated as Saint Seraphim was a wonder-worker.
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Icon: tempera on wooden panel, depicting St. Theodosis of Kiev, co-founder of the Monastery of the caves, which is shown in the background, Russian, late 19th century, 11 x 8.5 cm.
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Icon: tempera on wooden panel, depicting the Resurrection in the central panel, surrounded by the great Feasts of the church, Russian, late 19th century, 44.5 x 37.5 cm.
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Icon: tempera and gilt on gesso and linen on wooden panel, depicting the mother of God of the Undying rose, Russian or Balkan, mid 19th century, 35.5 x 34 cm.
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An Orthodox Christian silver icon of Jesus, 19th century, 17.5 x 14.5 cm
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An antique religious icon, hand-painted on board, south American, 18th century, 54 x 37 cm
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Paul Sormani writing compendium, kingwood and amboyna with ormolu trim, interior fitted with compartment, writing slope and original gold plated ink bottles, signed 'P. Sormani, 10 r. Charlot. 25th December, 1867' with additional monogram, 21 cm high, 39 cm wide, 32 cm deep
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An early Italian copper heraldic roundel, 17th/18th century, 25 cm diameter, Provenance: The Jason E. Sprague collection, Melbourne.
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A needlework sampler from 1742 by Elizabeth Hill 'Aged 12 Years November the 7, 1742' being a finely embroidered section from chapter 20 of Exodus, being the ten Commandments. Nicely decorated with flowers and leaves, Elizabeth hill is believed to have been related to Sir Rowland hill, the inventor of the Penny-Post in England.
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A pair of antique French candlesticks, carved fruitwood with remains of gesso finish, 18th century, 76 cm high
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An antique circular snuff box, turtle shell with hand-painted miniature portrait top mounted in rose gold, late 18th century, 8 cm diameter
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A Georgian peat bucket on mahogany stand, circa 1810, 49 cm high
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Seven assorted antique pewter plates and serving dishes, 18th/19th century, the largest 45 cm wide
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An exceptional Tunbridge ware lace maker's box with drop-front spindle and compartments, a fine and early example most likely from the workshop of James Burrows, circa 1820, 12 cm high, 29 cm wide, 12 cm deep. Provenance: The Jason E. Sprague collection, Melbourne.
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A Georgian bed warming pan, copper and brass with fruitwood handle, early 19th century, 117 cm long
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An Anglo-Indian antique jewellery casket, tortoiseshell bone and ivory with velvet interior, 19th century, 5.5 cm high, 19 cm wide, 8.5 cm deep
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A stunning French Palais Royale casket, satinwood with polished steel inlay, interior lined in blue silk, circa 1810, 30 cm high, 49 cm wide, 34 cm deep
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A Regency English tea caddy, rosewood and pine with lion mask handles, early 19th century, 19 cm high, 31 cm wide, 15 cm deep
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An antique satin birch deed box, early 19th century, 12.5 cm high, 30 cm wide, 22 cm deep
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An antique English tea caddy, rosewood veneer with inlaid brass top and bun feet, interior fitted with two canisters and space for mixing bowl, circa 1830, 19 cm high33 cm wide, 16.5 cm deep
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An antique English rosewood desk box with fitted compartments and concealed ink and pen drawer, 19th century, 25 cm high, 29 cm wide, 19 cm deep
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An antique Russian jewellery box, papier mache with hand-painted courting scene, 19th century, 6 cm high, 12.5 cm wide, 17.5 cm deep
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Three Indian erotic paintings, 19th and 20th century, the largest 22 x 12 cm, 32 x 22 cm overall
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An antique Italian miniature cabinet in the Renaissance style, timber and metal with accompanying wall bracket, early to mid 19th century, 69 cm high overall, 37 cm wide, 15 cm deep
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A pair of antique lion door stops, cast iron with lead filling, 19th century, (heavy!), 10 cm high, 21 cm wide
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A brass church candelabra in the Gothic style, 20th century, 78 cm high, 66 cm wide
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A pair of medieval style carved wooden plaques with polychrome finish, 20th century, 36 cm high
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An antique folk art crucifix, cigar box cedar with silvered Christ and white enamel decoration, late 19th century, 67 cm high
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Dieppe antique crucifix, carved ivory and ebonized timber, 19th century, 59 cm high
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An antique Continental Mary and child statue, carved wood with polychrome finish, 62 cm high
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A statue of Mary, painted chalk ware, 20th century, 64 cm high
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A framed religious plaque under convex glass, 19th/20th century, 52 x 42 cm overall
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An antique French altarpiece standing crucifix, nickel plated cast metal, 19th century, 91 cm high
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A religious altarpiece, carved oak with painted chalk ware statues, 19th century, 112 cm high
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A French religious statue of the Virgin Mary, painted chalk ware, early 20th century, 123 cm high
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Benjamin Disraeli (English Prime Minister) novelty pewter pepper pot, height 9 cm.
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A superb quality writing box compendium, coromandel with brass fittings, interior sumptuously fitted in oak with original gilt embossed calendar and details, fitted with original Braman English lock, mid 19th century, 28 cm high, 42.5 cm wide, 23 cm deep
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Moses Italian ceramic statue with gilded finish, mid 20th century, 72 cm high
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An antique Gothic jewellery casket, coromandel and brass inset with cabochon agates, interior lined in blue silk, mid 19th century, 18 cm high, 25 cm wide, 13.5 cm deep
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A pair of antique French cast metal candlesticks, 19th century, 50 cm high
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An antique French jewellery casket, gilt bronze with circular porcelain panel top, interior lined in blue velvet, late 19th century, 4.5 cm high, 13.5 cm wide, 11 cm deep
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An antique Spanish inlaid timber folding bookstand tray, with original paper label, 19th century, 45 cm wide
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Auguste Moreau antique bronze statue of a boy, signed 'Aug. Moreau', 66 cm high
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An antique cast brass inkwell together with a silver plated repousse jewellery casket, 19th century, (2 items), the inkwell 25 cm wide
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A Ceylonese porcupine quill work box, together with an Indian carved timber cigarette box, 19th and early 20th century, the quill box 11.5 cm high, 27.5 cm wide, 19.5 cm deep
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A black forest carved deers head with shell eyes and genuine deer antlers, 20th century, 62 cm high, 31 cm wide
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Henri Emile Adrien Trodoux 'Faisan' antique bronze pheasant statue, 19th century, 19 cm high, 30 cm long
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An antique English walnut writing box, 19th century, 10 cm high, 30 cm wide, 23 cm deep
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Paul Duboy (1830-1887), neo-classical maiden, cast bronze with remains of gilt decoration, signed lower right 'Paul Duboy', 42 cm high
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An antique French statue of a lady with sword, silvered bronze on rouge marble plinth, 19th century, 42.5 cm high
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A pair of antique metal statues with remains of silvered finish, 19th century, 14 cm high
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Plato and Socrates pair of gilt metal profile plaques mounted on circular timber boards, 20th century, 20 cm diameter
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King George III hand-painted miniature portrait signed lower right 'E.M. White', 9.5 x 7.5 cm overall
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King Charles I antique miniature portrait, signed lower right 'Van Dyck', 12 x 10 cm overall
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Antique hand-painted miniature military portrait, 19th century, 12.5 x 10.5 cm overall
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Antique hand-painted miniature portrait of a Welsh lady with corgi, 19th century, 14 x 11.5 cm overall
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An antique miniature hand-painted portrait of a Royal lady in a Bohemian oval frame, 19th century, 7.5 x 6.5 cm overall
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An antique English oak extendable picture stand easel, late 19th century, 210 cm high (extended), 34 cm wide, 37 cm deep
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A pair of antique French female statues, cast and patinated spelter with faux rouge marble plinth, circa1900, 40 cm high
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A pair of antique French figural bronze vases on rouge marble plinths, late 19th century, signed 'L. & J. Moreau', 29.5 cm high
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An antique French patinated spelter statue of a lady holding a fan, late 19th century, signed 'Moreau', 59 cm high
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A vintage wall barometer with marquetry finish, 20th century, 103 cm high
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An Austrian cold painted bronze statue mounted on a green onyx base, early 20th century, 9.5 cm high
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'John Bates & Company' (Christchurch) framed leadlight shop window. John Bates & Company famed for retailing high end ceramics and decorative arts such as Royal Doulton and other upmarket pottery, porcelain and glass makers of the time. The sign was used on their stand when they exhibited at the 1906/07 New Zealand international exhibition, 41 x 106 cm
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An Egyptian pharaoh statue, carved wood with monochrome finish, 19th/20th century, 65 cm high
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W.M.F. German Art Nouveau brass vase with waterlily motif, early 20th century, 51 cm high
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An Austrian cold painted cast metal statue of a bowler, early 20th century, 18 cm high
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