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The Autumn Auction Series — Gibson's Auctioneers & Valuers

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Auction House:Gibson's Auctioneers & ValuersNumber of lots recorded:505
Sale Title:The Autumn Auction SeriesLots with images:494
Auction Location:MelbournePrices available:382
Date:27-Mar-2022
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An archaistic celadon jade bi disc Qing dynasty or later, either side carved in low relief with chilong encircling the central aperture, the pale stone with a dark brown inclusion, fitted wood box, 6.1 cm diameter
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A collection of jadeite carvings, comprising a shallow dish with floral handle, a circular box and cover, a champleve enamel mounted rectangular plaque, and a pair of shallow dishes in fitted box, 9.5 cm to 5.5 cm
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A celadon jade carving of a sampan Qing dynasty, 19th century, modelled with a bearded old man kneeling on the deck, his cat recumbent to one side, poling the vessel over waves and lotus, the stone of pale celadon colour with some russet markings, 16.5 cm
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A white and russet jade 'Bat and lychee' carving Qing dynasty, the two fruit growing from a branch in pierced relief with a bat on leaves carved from a bright russet area in the otherwise white stone with some brown flecks on one stem, 5.2 cm long
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A celadon and russet jade 'Boy and lotus' carving Qing dynasty, kneeling with legs and elbows bent and holding the stem of a large lotus leaf rising above his head, the pale stone with areas of russet suffusions, wood stand, fitted box, 4.5 cm long
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A pale jade parfumier Qing dynasty, in the form of a miniature vase and cover, the sides carved and reticulated with a frieze of archaistic kuei dragons between petals and stiff leaves, repeated on the domed cover, set with loop handles for cord attachment, 6 cm high
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A white jade miniature scholar's rock Qing dynasty, the irregular upright rock form carved with naturalistic hollows and protrusions, fitted wood stand, 11 cm high
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A celadon jade 'Peach and monkey' carving, the large fruit supported on a branch bearing smaller fruit and stems of lingzhi, with two monkeys on the sides in high and pierced relief, the stone of pale celadon tone, fitted wood stand, 9.5 cm long
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A kesi 'Dragon' panel, the gold thread scaly dragon leaping from a band of waves pursuing a flaming pearl, among ribboned Buddhist emblems, clouds and flames, with two bats above, in colours on the ochre yellow ground, 200 cm long, 80 cm wide
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A Japanese Arita blue and white porcelain bowl, Edo Dynasty, 18th/19th century, the lobed sides decorated on the interior with pine and prunus, the base with six-character mark of Chenghua, 16.5 cm diameter
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Two Japanese double gourd vases almost forming a pair, Meiji period, 19th/20th century, decorated with white enamel cranes in flight among bamboo, impressed marks, 20 and 23 cm high
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Two Korean blue and white jars, probably Choson Dynasty, one with globular body decorated with detached sprays, the other with a frieze of three horses, 10.5 and 11.5 cm high. Provenance: from the Estate of an Australian diplomat consigned to south Korea in the 1960s
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A collection of Korean ceramics, probably Choson Dynasty, comprising a large bowl, three small bowls and assorted dishes, the large bowl 14.5 cm diameter. Provenance: from the Estate of an Australian diplomat consigned to south Korea in the 1960s
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Two Japanese ivory figures Meiji period, comprising one of a fisherman, the other of a man carrying gourds and a container on his back, wood stand, 18.5 cm and 17 cm high
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An embellished lacquer plaque, Japanese, 19th/20th century, of oval form, the black lacquer ground applied in bone and mother-of-pearl with a cockerel perched on a maple branch, within the floral decorated brown lacquer frame, 70 cm long overall
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A Japanese woodblock print, oban triptych, framed, each sheet approx 34 x 23 cm, overall 53 x 94 cm
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Three Japanese woodblock prints, each depicting female figures, framed, each 36 x 24 cm, 52 x 37 cm overall
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Two Japanese wood block prints, one of maidens standing in front of a building, the other of warriors on horseback, framed, 37 x 24 cm, and 33 x 21 cm, 53 x 39 cm and 46 x 34 cm overall
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A Japanese Noh theatre mask, Meiji period, of Hannya, the jealous female demon, seal marks to reverse, 27 cm high
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Three Japanese netsuke, Meiji period and later, comprising an ivory figure of a warrior, signed; a wood carving of a boar; and a wood figure of a Dutchman holding a fly whisk, 3.5 cm, 6 cm, and 7.2 cm
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A bound set of four books of illustrations, including plants, insects, precious objects and calligraphy, brocade cover, 31 x 22 cm
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Attributed to Cai Tianxiong (1944 - ), autumn landscape, ink and colour on paper, framed, bearing the signature, inscription and three seals, 67 x 67.5 cm
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A Chinese painting, kingfisher, pine and peony, ink and colour on gilt paper, hanging scroll, bearing an inscription and three seals, 1560 x 55 cm
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A set of four Chinese paintings, deer in a landscape, ink and colour on paper, hanging scrolls, one bearing a long inscription with three seals, each 1750 x 47 cm
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Four scroll paintings, lake scene with Sampan, maidens viewing Mt Fuji, mountains and lake, Thatched hut in the Woods, ink and colour on silk, hanging scrolls, bearing inscriptions and seals, wood boxes, 1240 x 41.5 cm; 200 x 51 cm; 1200 x 41 cm; 1240 x 41.5 cm
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Archaic style patinated bronze table lamp an unusual bronzed metal table lamp, with an angular cream shade, 64 cm high
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A pair of elm wood yoke back side chairs, 19th/20th century, each with shaped crestrail with upswept ends over a curved splat carved with a panel of ribboned objects, on rounded legs with plain shaped apron and joined by stretchers and footrest, traces of brown lacquer, cushion, 105.5 cm high, 49.5 cm wide, 38 cm deep
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A red lacquered wood chest, the hinged lid with a butterfly-shaped metal lock plate, supported on a separate platform base, 47 cm high, 80 cm wide, 52 cm deep
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A red lacquered wood cabinet, the front with two doors opening to reveal two drawers above a single shelf and lower storage area, set with metal lock plate and basket-shaped metal handles, 171 cm high, 108 cm wide, 62 cm deep
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A pair of unusual oriental carved elm finials, the lobed sides surmounted by domed tops with overlapping ruyi-shaped petals, 67 cm high
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An elm wood side table, the front set with three drawers, the corner legs joined at the base with a fretwork stretcher, 81 cm high, 108 cm wide, 59 cm deep
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A pair of red lacquered candlesticks, 46 cm high
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A Chinoiserie style lacquered table lamp, with a cream shade, 70 cm high
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A hardwood apothecary cabinet, the front with five rows of square drawers above a pair of long drawers, metal pull handles, 128 cm high, 84 cm wide, 51 cm deep
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A Mughal miniature painting, Northern India, late18th/early 19th century, Burraq with Archangel Gabriel, Farsi Calligraphic panel verso, gouache, gold and pigment on wasli paper, painted with a Burraq, the lightning fast glimmering creature that carried the Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Jerusalem and then up to the heavens for a meeting with God and the prophets, the winged figure of the Archangel Gabriel carrying incense and walking to the front probably depicts the moment when the archangel brings the…
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A Mughal miniature painting, Northern India, late 19th century, courtesan with calligraphy panel verso, gouache, gold and pigment on wasli paper, the standing figure with finely painted details to the features and dress, possibly a portrait of a favourite courtesan though there is no name inscribed on the painting or margins, verso: the text is in Arabic and written in delicate sulus script using white paint on a deep blue ground, the text at the top is a saying by the Prophet Muhammad, followed by praise…
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A Mughal miniature painting, Regional Mughal/Northern India, late 19th century, couple in a garden pavilion at night/Raga Deepak, gouache, gold and pigment on wasli paper, inscribed verso 'Deepak raag pancham?', depicting a couple in a moonlit garden pavilion listening to musicians, 22 x 14.5 cm. Other Notes: this painting forms part of Ragamala (garland of Ragas or melodies) paintings and depicts one of the six major ragas of north Indian classical music - Deepak Raag which is supposed to light up fire…
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A Mughal miniature painting, Northern India, late 19th century, Slain white elephant, gouache and pigment on wasli paper, depicting a scene of a slain white elephant with scavengers gathered around the dead animal and three men watching from above, 22 x 15 cm
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A Mughal miniature painting, Northern India, late 19th century, Wrestlers, gouache and pigment on wasli paper, depicting an open-air wrestling pit (akharra) or exercise area where wrestlers are shown exercising or practicing manoeuvres with a pair of green weights (magdar) to one side, the octagonal pit is filled with ochre coloured dirt which is the traditional surface in Indian wrestling, 23 x 14.5 cm
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A Mughal miniature painting, Bazar Mughal, Northern India, late19th/early 20th century, Todi Ragini, gouache on wasli paper, mounted on Chinese silk, showing a serene landscape with a woman under a tree on a mound and two recumbent deer, broken by the presence of a hunter with a gun in the foreground; this painting relates to the Ragamala theme, which are sets of pictorial depictions of major and minor melodies (ragas and raginis) of north Indian classical music, 19.5 x 33.5 cm. Other Notes: Usually, the…
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A Mughal miniature painting, Northern India, late18th/early 19th century, two Burraq, Farsi Calligraphic panel verso, gouache, gold and pigment on wasli paper, this painting depicts a pair of mirroring pink Burraqs on a blue background, with an ornamental/ votive structure showing the word 'Allah' in the gold colophon form mounted on a small architectural base, the alphabet 'Alif' from the word Allah is nearly faded and the figures of the Burraqs are heavily bejewelled with ornaments of gold, pearls and…
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Schulim Krimper (1893-1971), a teak and glass custom bar trolley, the organic form handles and frame supporting two shelves, 70 cm high, 53.5 cm wide, 72 cm deep. Provenance: Schulim Krimper was a close friend of the present owner's father. This piece was commissioned for their new home in October 1962.
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A large and impressive Empire style breakfront bookcase, designed by Renzo Mongiardino for Celeste dell'Anna interior design Milan, late 20th century, 285 cm high, 307 cm wide, 76 cm deep
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A George III carved oak dresser base, circa 1760, 81 cm high, 188 cm wide, 49.5 cm deep
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A set of six carved walnut dining chairs in the 18th century style, by Kim Moir bespoke, comprising four dining chairs and a pair of carvers, each with serpentine crest rails and cabriole legs
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A Louis XV style marble top walnut coffee table, 48 cm high, 80 cm wide, 44 cm deep
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An industrial style timber and steel bookcase, standing on four caster feet, 94 cm high, 197.5 cm wide, 35 cm deep
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A 'Book stack' parchment cocktail cabinet by Aldo Tura, Italian, 1950s, gilt brass mounted, the resin coated exterior painted with a Renaissance tavern scene, 80.5 cm high, 58 cm wide, 37 cm deep, Aldo Tura was an Italian furniture designer best known for his mid-century tables and lamps. Combining his interest in the Art Deco and Art Nouveau minimalist designs of the 1940s and 50s, he often utilized unusual materials like parchment, eggshell, and goatskin in his designs. Born in 1909, Tura began…
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A carved giltwood and gesso cushion front salon mirror, French, circa 1820, 185 x 112 cm
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An impressive Continental walnut map table, circa 1780, of circular form raised on columnar supports and a conforming concave solid stretcher base, 85 cm high, 195 cm diameter. Provenance: Francesco Piva Antiquariato, Milan. Other Notes: this table formed part of the set for the interior scenes of the Villa Albergoni in Lombardy, on the film set of 'Call Me by your Name' directed by Luca Guadagnino, screen play by James ivory, based on the book by Andre Aciman.
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A bespoke tapestry armchair by Suzie Stanford, Melbourne, with a tasseled fringe base, 82 cm high, 79 cm wide, 92 cm deep
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A bespoke tapestry ottoman by Suzie Stanford, Melbourne, 38 cm high, 56 cm wide, 51 cm deep
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Early 19th century a pair of Art Nouveau wrought iron and bronze coat stands, French, late 19th/early 20th century, 204 cm high, 95 cm wide, 45 cm deep
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Schulim Krimper (1893-1971), a teak dining suite, comprising an oval dining table and eight cream leather upholstered dining chairs, 75 cm high, 274 cm wide, 137 cm deep. Provenance: Schulim Krimper was a close friend of the present owner's father. This piece was commissioned for their new home in October, 1962. In the succeeding years, and to better meet the owner's requirements, Krimper replaced the original rectangular table top with an oval design, including leaves. The added space and flexibility…
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A velvet upholstered Knole sofa, with fringed seat cushions and heavy brocade tassles, length of back 191 cm
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An antique walnut easel, 174 cm high (adjustable), 58 cm wide, 57 cm deep
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A collection of three pelagic colour engravings, each with printed text in image, 25 x 17.5 cm (image size, each), 43.5 x 35 cm (frame size, each)
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A collection of thirteen classical reproduction prints, 26.5 x 48.5 cm (each)
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Schulim Krimper (1893-1971), a teak hall seat, circa 1960, with a curving crest rail and pierced back splat, length of back 82 cm. Provenance: Schulim Krimper was a close friend of the present owner's father. This piece was commissioned for their new home in October 1962.
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Schulim Krimper (1893-1971), an Australian blackbean dining suite, circa 1954, comprising eight chairs, two carvers and six dining chairs with a matching solid single plank dining table, the table 80 cm high, 280 cm wide, 97 cm deep
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1880/1920 a collection of Doulton 'Harvest and Hunting' pattern stoneware pottery, late 19th century/early 20th century, comprising a coffee pot, two tea pots, three sugar bowls, four milk jugs and a lidded jar, the coffee pot 27 cm high
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A gilt bronze mounted marquetry inlaid walnut credenza, 19th century, of serpentine form with central oval panelled twin doors flanked by glazed display doors, 103 cm high, 141 cm wide, 45 cm deep
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A Louis XV style gilt metal mounted porcelain mantel clock, 19th century, painted throughout with floral cartouche panels reserved on a bleu celeste ground, the dial similarly decorated, with gilded swags and acanthus mounts and finials, eight day bell striking movement 35 cm high, 36 cm wide, 12 cm deep
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A Royal Worcester porcelain plate painted with two Jacky winter robins, with gilded edge and acid etched border, signed 'R. Austin' lower right, bird genus and edition 'Jacky winter (50)' hand painted to base, printed puce factory marks to base, 23 cm diameter
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To Sir William Newton, circa 1823 a pair of Regency portrait miniatures attributed by Sir William Newton, circa 1823, painted with the portraits of Anne and Charles Harwood attired in period dress, inscribed verso 'Anne/Charles Harwood, W.J. Newton, Pinxit, 8 Argyle St. 1823.', within original ebonised frames, 9.5 x 7.5 cm (image), 16 x 14.5 cm (frame)
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A George III style oak coffer, carved with two profiles and a central panel of a Tudor rose, 61 cm high, 100 cm wide, 54 cm deep
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A cameo glass vase, first half 20th century, in the Galle style, decorated with pale blue flowers on an amber ground, intaglio signature to the base, 32.5 cm high
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An Art Deco marble mounted bronze and ivory elephant by Oscar Waldmann, French, 20th century, engraved signature 'O Waldmann' to front left corner of base, 15 cm high
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A lustred glass paperweight, 20th century, decorated with delicately feathered blue and white flowers on a dark opalescent ground, inscribed Lct to the base, 8 cm diameter
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A slender Galle eucalyptus cameo vase, of elongated bottle form, intaglio signature 'Galle' to the foot of the vase, 60 cm high
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A hand blown crimson glass vase, probably Murano, with an asymmetrical curling petal mouth, 17 cm high
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A satin marquetry cross-banded mahogany Pembroke table, 19th century, of oval form with a central shell motif, 71 cm high, 81 cm wide, 51 cm deep
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An antique Zeigler rug, Persian, late 19th century, 522 x 354 cm
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A George III fruitwood carver, with a drop-in tapestry seat
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A stained oak coffer, 19th century, with relief carved pilasters in the form of heads, 70 cm high, 147 cm wide, 52 cm deep
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A Georgian fall front oak writing desk, 19th century, 97 cm high, 75 cm wide, 47 cm deep
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A Georgian satinwood inlaid mahogany demi-lune table, with three inset flush drawers, 77 cm high, 91 cm wide, 45 cm deep
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A George III mahogany bachelor's desk, of unusual conformation, the upper desk section with an arrangement of drawers and pigeon holes above a set of drawers and cupboards, on tapering square legs, 102 cm high, 82 cm wide, 50 cm deep
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A Royal Worcester Nautilus shell vase, early 20th century, buff ivory in colour with gilded highlights, puce factory and edition marks to base, 21 cm high
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A pair of Indian metal armchairs with silvered rams head finials, classically styled with curving legs and conforming backsplat, upholstered in a silver brocade, 89 cm high
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A pair of Royal Worcester posy vases, English, 1950s, black factory marks to base, 8.5 cm high
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A Victorian faceted ruby glass decanter, 40.5 cm high
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Two large Meissen figural centrepieces, German, late 19th century, each in the form of a pierced flower adorned basket, one supported by a central column of a courting couple, the other decorated with putti carrying sheaves of wheat, supported by two classically dressed maidens, both with blue underglaze crossed swords mark to the base, 50 cm high
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A collection of objets, 19th century and later, comprising seven pieces, including a sterling silver cigarette case and an ivory painted miniature of a saint, the cigarette case 8 x 8 cm, 75gms weight of silver
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Pinchbeck mounted shell cameo brooch a gilt brass mounted shell cameo brooch, 8 x 6 cm
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A collection of limited edition Hibiscus pattern Moorcroft, circa 1972, comprising four pieces, black transfer commemorative and factory marks to bases, the largest vase 24 cm high
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Two Moorcroft Centennial edition vases, 1972, the baluster form vase in orchid pattern, the squat vase in anemone pattern, black transfer commemorative and factory marks to bases, the largest vase 27 cm high
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A studio glass 'Branch' vase by Richard Price, England, etched signature 'R Price' to base, 54 cm high
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A silvered metal drinks trolley, with three glass tiers, standing on two wheels, 92 cm high, 54 cm wide, 69 cm deep
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(1928-2005) a large earthenware vase by Leon Saper, signed to base 'Saper', 38 cm high
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A pair of Staffordshire style lustre glazed spaniels, 18 cm high
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A Turkoman doorway rug, Yomud tribe, Central Asia, 20th century, 140 x 105 cm
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A composite stone eagle on a patinated bronzed metal plinth, the plinth relief moulded with cherubs in a garden, the plinth 60 cm high, 46 cm wide, 46 cm deep
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A collection of silver plate bar accessories, 19th century and later, comprising four pieces including a silver plated ice bucket by James Shaw & Fisher, Sheffield, late 19th century, the twin hunting dog handles holding riding crops in their mouths, the ice bucket 13.5 cm high
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A sterling silver pepper mill by park, green & Co Ltd, London, 1974, 10 cm high
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A Chinoiserie lacquered folding screen, 19th century, 170 cm high, each panel 55 cm wide
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An Edward VII sterling silver salver by Edward & John Barnard, London, 1860, with an undulating pierced edge, a central engraving of interlocking acanthus, standing on three scrolling feet, 26 cm diameter, 575gms
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A George II sterling silver salver by William Peaston, London, 1750, 27 cm diameter, 640gms
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A Murano glass bottle vase by Seguso Viro, Italian, the pale green cylindrical neck leading to an opaque yellow and green striped base, etched 'Seguso Viro Murano' to base, 41 cm high
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A George III mahogany Pembroke table, with a double handled drawer to one side and additional false front, 72 cm high, 106 cm wide (extended), 91 cm deep
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