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Decorative Arts & Collectables, Day One — Leski Auctions Pty. Ltd.

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Auction House:Leski Auctions Pty. Ltd.Number of lots recorded:754
Sale Title:Decorative Arts & Collectables, Day OneLots with images:713
Auction Location:MelbournePrices available:698
Date:23-Jun-2024
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Elizabeth I rare sterling silver seal top spoon by Richard cotton, circa 1596, 16 cm long, 36 grams
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James I English sterling silver seal top spoon by Robert Jygges, circa 1627, 16.2 cm long, 42 grams
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A provincial antique English sterling silver seal top spoon, circa 1620, 17 cm long, 32 grams
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A fine antique Norwegian silver spoon with engraved decoration, Bergen, circa 1650, 16 cm long, 38 grams
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A pair of Britannia standard antique English tablespoons, 17th/18th century, 20.5 cm long, 124 grams total
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A rare George I Britannia standard silver pepper pot, made in Norwich, circa 1720s, 9.5 cm high, 76 grams
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A George II channel Islands silver toddy ladle with inset silver coin, 18th century, 30.5 cm long
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A George I antique sterling silver church chalice, bearing engraved dedication 'A gift to the Presbiterian (sic) church in Wilksworth Derbyshire', London made, circa 1732, maker's mark illegible, 19 cm high, 290 grams
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A Scottish Georgian sterling silver oversize wine chalice, stamped 'Tmp' with thistle mark, made in Edinburgh, circa 1812, 17 cm high, 290 grams
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Two Georgian sterling silver marrow scoops by Thomas Chawner of London, circa 1773; and Thomas Stoddard of Newcastle, circa 1741, 22 cm long, 84 grams total
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A Georgian sterling silver pint tankard with engraved floral decoration, London made, most likely late 18th century, 12 cm high, 290 grams
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An antique silver mounted coconut cup with engraved rim and stylized shell feet, 18th century, 11 cm high
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Six assorted Hanoverian antique English sterling silver tablespoons, London and provincial makers, 18th century, the largest 20 cm long, 350 grams total
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A Georgian sterling silver salver made in London, circa 1795, 33 cm across, 1120 grams
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A Georgian sterling silver stilton scoop with bone handle, London, circa 1800, ‹27 cm long
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Set of five Britannia standard English silver tablespoons, London made, early 18th century, 20 cm long, 360 grams total
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Five assorted Georgian sterling silver tablespoons, makers include Hester Bateman and Robert Burton, 18th century, 304 grams total
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An antique Scottish sterling silver tablespoon by Edward Lothian, made in Edinburgh, circa 1748; together with an antique Irish silver tablespoon made in Dublin, circa 1811, (2 items), 21 cm and 22 cm long, 142 grams total
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Thirty one pieces of antique English sterling silver flat ware with engraved deer's head crest, comprising of 7 table spoons, 8 spoons, 3 teaspoons and 12 dinner forks, 18th and 19th century, ‹1,630 grams total
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Twenty five assorted antique English and Scottish sterling silver spoons of various sizes, ‹780 grams
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An antique Georgian sterling silver teapot by Peter & William Bateman of London, circa 1810, with engraved armorial crest and monogram, 14 cm high, 25 cm wide, an impressive 790 grams
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Judaica antique Russian silver yad torah pointer, stamped with work master's mark 'A.M.', dated 1812, 32 cm long, Judaica antique Russian silver yad torah pointer, stamped with work master's mark 'A.M.', dated 1812, 32 cm long
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An impressive George IV sterling silver swing-handled kettle, by Hyam Hyams of London, circa 1826, with a band of acorns, oak and clover leaves and roses over a stippled ground above an overhanging acanthus border with shells, the ornate upright hanc 30.5 cm high, 2596 grams, (84.15oz). Hyam Hyams was active from 1813 to 1851, initially as a dealer in bullion, but mainly as a manufacturing silversmith and jeweller. In later years he traded as a goldsmith, watch and clock maker, money changer, and 'Bohemian…
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A Georgian sterling silver milk jug in the Indian style, by J. E. Terry & Co. Of London, circa 1818, 7.5 cm high, 320 grams
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Seventeen assorted antique sterling silver spoons, predominantly Georgian English, ‹600 grams total
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Six assorted Georgian sterling silver tablespoons, 18th/19th century, ‹22 cm long, 340 grams total
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Eleven assorted antique English sterling silver serving spoons, mostly London makers, early 19th century, 725 grams total
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Set of four antique English bright cut sterling silver tablespoons by Stephen Adams I of London, circa 1797, 21 cm long, 238 grams total
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Two antique English sterling silver rat tail tablespoons, one by Samuel Hitchcock on London, circa 1726, the other a London example circa 1722, 20 cm and 21 cm long, 116 grams total
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Assorted antique sterling silver spoons and a fork, 18th and 19th century, 244 grams total
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Four Georgian sterling silver tablespoons including Hester Bateman, Peter & Ann Bateman, and Peter & William Bateman, 18th/19th century, approximately 21 cm long, 216 grams total
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Four assorted Georgian sterling silver tablespoons by Elizabeth Oldfield (formerly Jackson) of London, 18th century, 20 cm long, 192 grams total
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An antique Scottish sterling silver ladle, by Mitchell & Son of Glasgow, circa 1822, bearing presentation inscription. 36 cm long, 236 grams, 36 cm long, 236 grams
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Eight assorted Georgian sterling silver tablespoons, all London made, including George Smith & William Fearn, Richard Crossley, Stephen Adams I and Thomas Evans, 18th and early 19th century, 490 grams total
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A set of six Georgian sterling silver tablespoons with engraved monograms, by Richard Crossley of London, circa 1789, 21.5 cm long, 410 grams total
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A pair of Georgian sterling silver tablespoons stamped 'B.M.', London, circa 1827, 23 cm long, 145 grams total
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A Georgian sterling silver tray by William Bateman II of London, circa 1829, ‹26 cm across, 580 grams
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Two antique English sterling silver bright cut tablespoons, together with three bright cut sterling silver teaspoons, makers include Hester Bateman, Peter & Ann Bateman, William Bateman, and George gray, 18th/19th century, (5 items), 146 grams total
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A set of twelve Georgian fiddle pattern sterling silver spoons with engraved crests by Richard Crossley & George Smith of London, circa 1807, 16 cm long, 498 grams total
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Set of six Georgian sterling silver spoons by William Eley, William Fearn and William Chawner of London, circa 1811; together with a set of four Georgian sterling silver forks by Richard Crossley & George Smith of London, circa 1809, (10 items), 396
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A pair of Georgian sterling silver sauce ladles by John & Henry Lias of London, circa 1779; together with two Georgian sterling silver sifting spoons, early 19th century, (4 items), the ladles 17.5 cm long, 152 grams total
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Thirteen assorted antique sterling silver forks, London made, 18th and 19th century, 796 grams total
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Five assorted Georgian sterling silver tablespoons, all London made, including William Sutton, circa 1784; George Gores, circa 1790; Stephen Adams I, circa 1787; Thomas Wallis II, circa 1804, plus early 19th century examples, 306 grams total
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A pair of Georgian sterling silver sauce ladles with maker's mark 'Th Mh' for Thomas & Metcalf Hopgood, London, circa 1833, 18 cm long, 155 grams
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Two London made Georgian sterling silver tablespoons, 18th/19th century, 23 cm and 21 cm long, 126 grams total
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A set of 12 antique sterling silver teaspoons with bright cut decoration, together with a matching sugar nip, London made, circa 1897, (13 items), 14 cm long, 305 grams total
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Twenty four assorted antique English sterling silver spoons, mostly 19th century, 505 grams total
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A set of eight antique English sterling silver forks with engraved crests, made by two different London smiths, including Richard Crossley & George Smith, 19th century, 356 grams total
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A pair of Georgian English sterling silver fiddle pattern tablespoons, made in London, circa 1811, 22 cm long, 136 grams total
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A Continental silver hunting beaker, early to mid 19th century, ‹15 cm high, 192 grams
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Eleven assorted Georgian and antique sterling silver spoons, the largest 22 cm long, 550 grams total
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A Georgian sterling silver cutlery set for six places, plus sauce ladle and three tablespoons, (later knives), London circa 1794, (40 items), 1084 grams silver weight not including knives
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A Georgian sterling silver salt cellar by David Hennel of London, circa 1761; together with a sterling silver mustard spoon and calling card case, (3 items), the salt 3.5 cm high, 72 grams total
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A beautiful antique French silver wine goblet with fine engraved and chased decoration, by Hippolyte Thomas of Paris, circa 1850, stamped with Minerva head and the number 1 for high grade silver, 13.5 cm high, 132 grams
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An antique English sterling silver wine chalice, by Frederick Elkington of Birmingham, circa 1875, 22 cm high, 222 grams
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An antique English sterling silver toast rack, stamped 'J.E.', made in London, circa 1841, 13.5 high, 17 cm wide, 270 grams
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A near pair of antique English sterling silver wine goblets, one made by Henry Holland of London, circa 1876; the other made in London, circa 1875, maker's mark illegible. Both engraved with the same crest, emblazoned 'Vincere Vel Mori' (Victory or both engraved with the same crest, emblazoned 'Vincere Vel Mori' (Victory or death), 16.8 cm high, 390 grams total
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An antique English sterling silver camber stick and snuffer, mid 19th century, 10.5 cm high, 298 grams total
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Two antique Chinese opium paste pots with engraved erotic scenes, Qing Dynasty, 19th century, seal marks to bases, 5 cm and 5.5 cm high
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An antique sterling silver egg shaped nutmeg grater, Birmingham, circa 1796, 4 cm high
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An antique English sterling silver nutmeg box by William Eaton of London, circa 1820, 4.3 cm wide
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An antique Bristol blue glass double ended scent bottle with silver tops, 19th century, 10 cm long
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A Chinese silver presentation bowl by Shih Hsien (Sincere and Company) of Hong Kong, adorned with dragon border and Chinese inscription, circa 1930, factory marks to base, 14 cm high, 23 cm diameter, 700 grams
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A three piece Indian silver tea service with ebony handles, 20th century, 1000 grams total, the largest 16 cm high
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A Chinese export silver vase with engraved bird and blossom decoration, on timber stand, 19th/20th century, 18 cm high overall, 90 grams silver weight
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A Chinese silver chatelaine, 19th/20th century, 9.5 cm wide, 90 grams total
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A Chinese export silver compote stand, 19th/20th century, 15 cm high, 21 cm wide, 442 grams
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An antique Chinese moonflask, silver plate on bronze with cloisonne decoration and dragon handles, Qing Dynasty, 19th century, seal mark and maker's marks to base, 15.5 cm high
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A pair of antique Chinese silver hanging incense burners, Qing Dynasty, 19th/20th century, seal marks to bases, 6 cm diameter
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A Chinese export silver cylindrical opium pot, 19th/20th century, seal mark to base, 5 cm high
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Seven assorted antique silver bookmarks, some adorned with citrines and semi-precious stones, mother of pearl etc., 19th and 20th century, the largest 10 cm long
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Seven assorted antique silver trowel shaped bookmarks with mother of pearl and ivory handles, 19th/20th century, the largest 10 cm long
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Five assorted antique silver trowel shaped bookmarks with ornate agate, coral and jet handles, 19th century, the largest 10.5 cm long
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Eleven assorted antique silver trowel shaped bookmarks with sterling silver handles, 19th/20th century, the largest 10.5 cm long
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Seven assorted antique silver knife shaped bookmarks with agate, mother of pearl, sterling silver and ivory handles, 19th/20th century, the largest 11 cm long
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Seven assorted antique silver bookmarks, including teddy bear examples, 19th/20th century, the largest 7.5 cm long
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Seven assorted antique and vintage silver bookmarks, including enamel decoration and quizzer top, 19th/20th century, the largest 11.5 cm long
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Six assorted antique and vintage silver bookmarks, including Winston Churchill figural example, 19th/20th century, the largest 13.5 cm long
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A pair of Continental silver candle holders with repousse decoration, 19th century, weighted bases, 11.5 cm high
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Assorted antique English sterling silver fiddle and thread pattern cutlery, 19th century, (25 items), 1335 grams
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An antique sterling silver serving spoon by George angel of London, circa 1871, 30 cm long, 134 grams
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An antique English claret jug, engraved crystal with silver plated mounts, circa 1880, ‹27 cm high
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An antique sterling silver trophy cup by Charles Stewart Harris of London, 1877, engraved 'The Mr Combie prize won by John Hannay Esq. Gavenwood with Polled bull, young Viscount, 1878', 29 cm high, 662 grams
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An antique English pierced sterling silver compote stand, by James Kemmbling Bembridge of Sheffield, circa 1870, 12.5 cm high, 22 cm wide, 435 grams
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Two Dutch pierced silver serving spoons, together with a pair of sterling silver dessert spoons by Mary Chawner of London, circa 1836, (4 items), 222 grams total
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Four antique English sterling silver penknives with mother of pearl handles, the largest 14 cm long when open
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Two antique sterling silver cups, the larger engraved with dedication and stork crest, both retailed by Gilliam of Serle Street London, 19th century, 19th and early 20th century, the larger 7 cm high, 390 grams total
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Two antique English sterling silver beakers, one engraved with lion crest, the other with monogram. The barrel shaped example possibly by William Pottery of London, circa 1796, the other made in Birmingham, circa 1871,8.5 cm and 9 cm high, 304 grams t
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An antique Imperial Russian silver candlestick of decorated baluster form on raised feet with grape motif, marked for St Petersburg and assay master Josef Sosnowski, dated 1885. Note: later silver plated drip pan. 35 cm high, 632 grams. Note: later silver plated drip pan. 35 cm high, 632 grams (not including pan)
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A fine quality antique Sheffield Plated serving tray with engraved decoration and monogram with repousse frieze border, 19th century, 51 cm wide
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An English sterling silver five piece tea and coffee service with carved timber handles and finials, 20th century, the largest 18 cm high, an impressive 2332 grams total including timber handles
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An antique English sterling silver hot water pot with repousse decoration, 19th century, 18 cm high, 392 grams
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Yogya pierced silver bowl, 20th century, 7.5 cm high, 28 cm wide, 514 grams
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A vintage sterling silver circular box, 20th century, 9 cm high, 13 cm diameter, 514 grams
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An antique Portuguese silver salver with pierced gallery and engraved decoration, possibly a provincial piece, 18th/19th century, 4 cm high, 23 cm wide, 446 grams
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An antique sterling silver spirit kettle stand, mid 19th century, 8 cm high, 21 cm wide, 688 grams
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An antique sterling silver comport with pierced rim by Atkin Brothers of Sheffield, circa 1905, 8.5 cm high, 22 cm wide, 356 grams
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Sterling silver square form card tray, together with two sterling silver sauce boats, one example adorned with griffin handle, 19th and 20th century, (3 items), the tray 16 cm wide, 394 grams total
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Sterling silver sugar caster and a pair of antique sterling silver salt cellars with original blue glass liners, 19th/20th century, (3 items), the sugar caster 17 cm high, 296 grams total silver weight
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A pair of shell shaped sterling silver caviar dishes with original glass liners, made in Birmingham, 20th century, 3 cm high, 12 cm wide, 132 grams silver weight
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