*** | A pair of unusual 19th century French heavy metal pantries (or wine storage), the two doors with part mesh front, cast decoration to the solid base of the doors, the interior with three shelves. Ex a Parisian restaurant. 103 x 40 x 210 cm. | *** | |
*** | A watchmaker's regulator long case clock, silvered 14 inch and engraved circular dial with minute hand at centre, prominent seconds circle above centre and curved aperture below centre showing hours on anti-clockwise turning dial slip-mounted on the… | *** | |
*** | A Victorian mahogany banqueting table, four leaves, raised on substantial turned legs with ceramic casters. 150 cm x 368 cm x 75 cm (extended). | *** | |
*** | An imposing Regency three train chiming bracket clock by Frodsham, Gracechurch St, London. Mahogany break arch case, massively constructed movement with ¼ inch thick plates, large diameter knopped pillars and chain fusees. Maker's name engraved on back… | *** | |
*** | A quality modern solid rosewood banquet dining table and eight chairs, the rectangular table with two narrow brass inlaid strips, raised on four scalloped square section legs, the 240 x 105 x 75.5 cm. The chairs with rosewood frames and upholstered in… | *** | |
*** | A Ralph Lauren Jamaica sectional sofa, upholstered in a charcoal fabric with upholstery nail detail and seat cushions. (Retail $45,000) . Length of the three sections. 170 cm. 236 cm. 110 cm. | *** | N/A |
*** | A pair of 14ct white gold and diamond stud earrings, a 0.95ct oval cut diamond claw set, posts for pierced ears, TDW 1.91ct, colour F/G. | *** | |
*** | A vintage oak display cabinet, glazed sides and door, the interior with elaborate metal and glass shelving, raised on plinth base. 123 cm x 60 cm x 194 cm. | *** | |
*** | An impressive old Japanese suit of samurai armour, the quality fittings include dominant red lacquered helmet, face plate and chest cover, olive green rope work to the many sectional panels covering the neck, shoulders and lower waist, other conforming… | *** | |
*** | A 22ct gold chain necklace, with hook and eye clasp, 59.63gm. | *** | |
*** | A large polar bear rug, good healthy plush coat, with head in open snarling position and claws to feet. 207 cm from paw to paw x 240 cm head to tail. | *** | |
*** | A Conran leather chesterfield three-seater, button back and arms, two seat cushions, purchased from the Conran shop, London, with original label. 22 x 104 x 75 cm. | *** | |
*** | An extensive 140 piece Italian Art Deco.800 silver table service by Ricci & C. S.p.A., Alessandria 1934-44, retailed by Porro, Roma, comprising: 12 tablespoons, 24 table forks, 12 dessert spoons, 12 dessert forks, 12 fish knives, 12 fish forks, 12… | *** | |
*** | A French 0.750 (18ct) yellow gold box, of rectangular shape with radius corners and edges, the body and hinged lid of woven integral mesh with riven surface, the end walls plain, assay and maker's mark to the lid tongue. 9.1 x 3.2 x 1.6 cm. 70gm. | *** | |
*** | A George III (18th century) East India Co. musketoon, the barrel, lock, ramrod, trigger guard and fittings all with elaborate heavy gold Kubachi decoration, the lock with remains of maker's details just legible, the hammer undecorated, rosewood stock.… | *** | |
*** | A Victorian mahogany double pedestal desk, with military campaign-style brass binding, campaign chest handles to drawers, the top with leather insert with gilt decoration, three drawers to each pedestal. Width 119 cm, depth 79 cm, height 77 cm. | *** | |
*** | A Chinese hardwood carved figure of a standing deity, traditional robe, his right hand open and motioned to the earth, remains of blue and green paint highlights, raised on a lotus throne. Height 31 cm | *** | |
*** | A large Indian Kashmir silk on cotton carpet, the field showing Bakhtiari panelled garden decoration. Some signs of wear but overall condition very good. Purchased October 2007 from Rozelle Rugs Rozelle NSW. November 2023. 3,70 x 275 cm. | *** | |
*** | A late 19th century Queen Anne style walnut collector's cabinet on stand, the top with two panelled doors enclosing a combination of 13 drawers and a single door above a full width drawer, all with burr timber fascias and brass drop handles, the stand… | *** | |
*** | A French style bombe commode, the exterior with elaborate inlaid decoration, ormolu embellishments, three drawers and a glass top. 125 x 57 x 90 cm. | *** | |
*** | A lady's modern emerald and diamond cluster ring, 18ct. yellow gold and platinum, the central oval shaped mixed cut emerald of 'very good' overall Grade And 'light natural inclusions' of 1.40ct. framed by 12 round modern brilliant cut diamonds of TDW 0.55… | *** | |
*** | A rare all silk fine Persian rug, the field with shaped lozenge central medallion entirely decorated with flowers and leaves on gold and cobalt blue ground panels, the shaped field with conforming florals, birds and scrolls in dominant gold, tan, brown… | *** | |
*** | A vintage 20th century 'Blackamoor' floor lamp, gilded and painted detail, nine branch candelabra to his turban, wired for electricity. Old damage. 40 cm x 46 cm x 220 cm. | *** | |
*** | A pair of quality rosewood framed armchairs in the French style, with elegant open scroll frames with cabriole legs. Recently upholstered in a dark velvet with stud detailing. | *** | |
*** | A set of 18 Chinese gilded brass monks (Arhats), they are depicted in Mahayana Buddhism as the original followers of the Buddha who have followed the eightfold path and attained their four stages of enlightenment. They have reached the state of Nirvana… | *** | |
*** | A collection of World War I military medals, memorabilia and ephemera, associated with 11/2160 Gnr. F (Frank) Muggeridge; including the British War Medal and Victory Medal, dog-tags, NZFA shoulder titles, uniform buttons, a pair of woollen puttees, a… | *** | |
*** | G. Tweddell, Shire pony waiting for the blacksmith, oil on canvas, signed and dated 1865. 98.5 cm x 128.5 cm | *** | |
*** | A c.1900 18ct. yellow gold, openfaced pocket watch, on rose gold chain, the yellow gold cased gentleman's pocket watch by J. Hargreaves & Co., Liverpool, the white enamel dial with black roman numerals, stopwatch complication, the dial and movement with… | *** | |
*** | A part Royal Copenhagen service, in the Blue Fluted Lace pattern, consisting of one large coffee pot, one smaller coffee pot, a one person teapot and stand, two lidded sugar bowls, six demitasse cups and saucers, four small teacups and saucers, eight… | *** | |
*** | Miss Pearl Hamilton's (daughter of Augustus Hamilton) personal autograph sketch book, includes: a fine watercolour and ink drawing by Augustus Hamilton, entitled 'Carved Doorway of a Maori House'; a watercolour entitled 'Ruapehu from Tauharo', initialled;… | *** | |
*** | A pair of mid 20th century French antique style fauteuil armchairs, the carved and gilded frames with open arms, fine grey / green velvet upholstery. | *** | |
*** | A mid-20th century French antique style carved gilt wood vitrine, the single glazed panelled full door with decorative solid panel base, scrolling fret carved highlights, glazed side panels, the domed top with elaborate scroll pediment, raised on four… | *** | |
*** | A Cartier gold accessories box, of rectangular form consisting of machine 19 decorated panels of rose gold and yellow gold, marked “Cartier” and “14K” to the inside lid. Length 9.5 cm, depth 7 cm, height 1 cm | *** | |
*** | A large and impressive Arts and Crafts stained glass window, four leadlight panels painted with a lakeside scene featuring storks, ducks, frogs in the bull rushes, the top panels painted with trees in blossom, birds and butterflies. 167 cm x 217 cm. | *** | |
*** | A large Venetian glass cushion mirror, of lozenge shape, the main section of nine panels framed by bevelled panels of surface cut mirror outlines with ruby glass twist rods. 180 x 120 cm. Note: Purchased at Liberty's, London circa 2004, this mirror graced… | *** | |
*** | An impressive long Turkoman runner, 7.6 x 509 cm, the field decorated with diamonds, squares and florals, multiple border guards, blue on a deep red ground. | *** | |
*** | An 18ct. gold and stainless steel lady's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date-just wristwatch, the gold dial with gold batons and hands, magnified date at three, automatic movement, in working order. The 18ct yellow gold bracelet of Rolex Jubilee links. In… | *** | |
*** | A substantial rustic country fruit wood refectory dining table, the thick plank top attached to the side supports by iron screws, the stretcher base pegged to the shaped table supports. Purchased from a Parisian market. 289 x 73 x 74 cm | *** | N/A |
*** | A moriage cloisonne enamel vase, Meiji period (c.1900), in style of the workshop of Gonda Hirosuke (1865-1937), tapering shouldered form and slightly flared neck, decorated in raised relief with three koi carp swimming through ripples, all against a pale… | *** | |
*** | Twenty-four sterling silver handled knives, Sheffield 1978, twelve luncheon and twelve dinner. | *** | |
*** | Barbara Barry sofa, Social Scene' oatmeal fabric with pale blue, oatmeal and silver cushions, purchased by our vendor from Cavit & Co, 236.2 x 101.6 x 86.4 cm | *** | |
*** | A pair of contemporary French Louis XV-style bergeres gondole by Balzarotti of Paris, the frame with antique patina highlighted in bleu celeste, upholstered in an Empire stripe in cool blue, cream and red tones, with loose cushions and three matching… | *** | |
*** | A collection of Chinese accordion/concertina books and sewn books, some in sets with casing. | *** | |
*** | A Church Stone staddle stone, two-piece construction. Height 58 cm. Note: These staddle stones were used as barn/granary supports to prevent rodent infestation. | *** | N/A |
*** | A large and fine Bukhara tribal carpet, hand knotted wool pile. 300 x 200 cm. | *** | |
*** | A Source Mondial 'Moeraki' hand-knotted wool runner hand spun and dyed with repeating geometric spheres in earth tones. Note: the range by Source Mondial was inspired by Moeraki boulders on the Otago coast. 83 x 590 cm. | *** | |
*** | A large Chinese polychrome enamel vase of early Republic period, ovoid form with two sculptured pronounced bat form handles, glazed red with gilt highlights, the body with four shaped panels decorated with a partridge, locusts, cricket, exotic birds and… | *** | |
*** | A 14ct rose gold, aquamarine and diamond, vintage style tennis bracelet, sixteen oval facet cut light medium blue aquamarines (moderately included) in four claw basket mounts alternating with divider bars set with four round brilliant cut champagne… | *** | |
*** | A Chinese rosewood extension banquet table, with D-ends and rectangular extension leaf, each section with panelled surfaces, the frieze decorated with square scroll designs, raised on tapering square legs with spade feet. 155 x 112 x 77 cm. Together with… | *** | |
*** | A pair of late 20th century cast bronze Egyptian tall standing figures, in traditional regal attire with snake headdress. Each with an extended hand holding a ceremonial finial, height 110 cm. | *** | N/A |
*** | An important and impressive Royal Doulton stoneware large vase by Mark V. Marshall, baluster form, the shoulder and neck sculpted and applied with a three dimensional dragon and its young in buff and brown salt glaze on a dark glazed ground with white… | *** | |
*** | An antique 15ct yellow gold neck chain, rail and alternating prince of Wales links, with single clip, length 54 cm. 30.5gms. Provenance: From the collection of Gerry and Valerie Bermel (of Travis Antiques. Wellington 1950's to 1986). | *** | |
*** | A bronze figure of a classical woman, semi naked draped in large cloth and with elaborate hair style. Height 56 cm. | *** | |
*** | A Leica M3 1957 camera with lenses, serial # 876371 in leather case, with Leica Summarit f=50 mm 1:1.5 lens, Hector f=135 mm 1:4.5 lens and Summaron f= 35 mm 1:3.5 lens with view finder and various accessories. | *** | |
*** | A 1920s Chinese silver cocktail set, the ewer, decorated in high relief with a sinuous dragon circling the tapering cylindrical body, the short spout fitted with a cork secured by a chain, the lid with bun finial similarly fitted with cork and with plain… | *** | |
*** | A Chinese rosewood extension banquet dining table and ten chairs, the top and two leaves of panelled design, restrained carved detail of bird and blossom to the frieze and splat back of each chair. the table 112 cm x 254 cm x 77.8 cm. The ten chairs… | *** | |
*** | A large Afghan Andkhoi carpet hand knotted wool pile. 350 x 250 cm | *** | |
*** | A pair of dark brown leather club chairs, with deep buttoned backs, loose cushioned seats, roll arms with studded detailing, raised on turned legs with casters. | *** | |
*** | Twenty-four assorted Victorian silver spoons and forks, lily pattern, six dessert forks, six dinner forks, six dessert spoons and six tablespoons, armorial to terminal, London 1870 by Chawner & Co (George William Adams), 2088gm. | *** | |
*** | A Turkman tent band in flat weave Sumak-technique, an amazingly long piece 1500 X 36 cm | *** | N/A |
*** | A large Afghan Turkman carpet, wool hand knotted pile, octagonal gol motif decorated. 300 x 200 cm | *** | |
*** | A finely hand knotted Turkman Waziri carpet Northwest Afghanistan, decorated with Tekke tribal gols and secondary medallions along with stylized boteh motifs. 300 cm x 205 cm | *** | |
*** | A pair of unusual wrought and filigree iron framed display cabinets, with large glazed doors, glazed side and top panels, wooden panelled backs fitted with adjustable shelves. Raised on later painted wooden bases. 179 cm x 43 cm x 212 cm. | *** | |
*** | An archive of military and civil awards, medal groups and medals associated with the Speight family, Auckland; including Group to 412321 M.W. Speight: 39-45 Star, Italy Star, War Medal, New Zealand War Service and Q.E.II Silver Jubilee medal; Miniature… | *** | |
*** | A semi-antique Caucasian wool on cotton rug, the 18 square panelled field with alternating geometric stylised floral and bird decoration, the dominant border guard of geometric repeating motifs, in tones of soft green, soft blue, red and salmon pink. Some… | *** | |
*** | A rare Liberty & Co. Cymric silver four-piece tea service, squat circular form, mildly hammered, forked strapping to the handles. Birmingham 1907 with Liberty & Co. maker's mark. 720gms. | *** | |
*** | A long Persian Kashan runner, of uncommon width, 500 x 115 cm | *** | |
*** | A collection of older world coinage in album, includes Great Britain pennies from 1806, half-pennies from 1806, 20 18th century and 19th century copper tokens 'Birmingham Union Copper Co. 1812, Ireland Wicklow Cronebrane 1/2 1789, etc., New Zealand and G… | *** | |
*** | A modern antique style large garden sculpture 'Boy with Fish' on pedestal base, rusted iron finish, the cherub with fish held under his arm, the square plinth base with classical mask to each side. Height 194 cm | *** | |
*** | A pair of French style bergere armchairs with matching stools, cream distress painted and carved frames, recently upholstered in Designers Guild floral pattern cotton grey/green on pale tan. | *** | |
*** | A Victorian 15ct yellow gold Albertina, the double chain with rose gold tassel, T-bar, central and other fittings, some with coloured gold highlights, length 30 cm overall. | *** | |
*** | A pair of cast bronze statuettes of eagles, modelled alighting on a gnarled tree trunk, wings outstretched. Raised on circular spreading stepped base, height 825 | *** | |
*** | A collection of ten small old whale's teeth, age cracks and old damage. 5 cm. | *** | |
*** | A colonial burr kauri wardrobe, attributed to Norrie, mirror to one door, cavity and four quarter drawers of a full width drawer, raised on bun feet, the escutcheon plates decorated with a seaside lighthouse scene. 143 x 55 x 200 cm. | *** | |
*** | A vintage vaulting horse, tan leather on very solid wood legs that are adjustable by way of a wheel turn, heavy metal casters and rubber wheels, Scandinavian maker's label to one leg. 33 x 58 x 90 cm. | *** | |
*** | An old world silver and copper coin collection, the 300 18th to 20th century coins from, Britain, France, Germany, NZ, China etc. displayed in an album. | *** | |
*** | A long Afghan Khamyab runner, hand knotted, decorated along its length with medallions. 600 cm x 80 cm | *** | |
*** | An oak French provincial style dining table, on square section tapering legs, 257 x 100 x 76 cm. | *** | |
*** | A George III mahogany bookcase bureau, the upper section with plain pediment above astragal glazed doors, enclosing two adjustable shelves Two candle slides sit above a base with fall front enclosing a fitted interior over an uncommon configuration of… | *** | |
*** | A large modern impressive console table of French baroque style, lavishly gilded with plain black marble top, ornately decorated with leaves, flowers, scrolls and swags supported on eight tapering square column supports with serpentine stretchers. 222 x… | *** | |
*** | An Edwardian silver and silver-plate 94 piece 18-place setting banquet cutlery service, in canteen, Old English pattern, engraved scripted initials HEM, comprising 18 silver plate table forks and 18 silver plate dessert forks, the balance of items are… | *** | |
*** | A German 800 silver Josef Krischer 69-piece cutlery set, in an elaborate scrolling floral pattern, consisting of twelve each tablespoons, entree forks, entree knives, dinner forks, dinner knives and nine teaspoons, 2457gm (excluding knives). | *** | N/A |
*** | 14ct white gold, tourmaline and diamond antique style ring, a 5.89ct oval cut light green tourmaline (minor eye visible inclusions), bezel set and surrounded by eighteen round brilliant cut diamonds (Colour J-K, Clarity SI2- I2), with a further two… | *** | |
*** | An Andkhoi hand knotted carpet, the field decorated with multiple geometric floral medallions framed by multiple border guards. 390 x 297 cm. | *** | |
*** | A Royal Copenhagen part dinner service, blue fluted lace pattern, with multiple saucers and small plates, teapot, comport, three graduated ashets, various sized cups, lidded tureen and assorted pieces. Some chips and cracks | *** | |
*** | A 20th century cold painted bronze statue, in the classical manner, Pan and a maiden, on a marble base, height 120 cm. | *** | N/A |
*** | A pair of old African carved ivory tusks carved with a naked woman traditional headdress and encircling figured story board below, length 78 cm approximately each, 4+ kgs (combined). | *** | |
*** | Flight Lieutenant Clive Woodward (Bomber) Estcourt, RNZAF (NZ 391045), RAF Bomber Command WORLD WAR II archive collection. Includes historical memorabilia from pre-WORLD WAR II, WORLD WAR II period and some later material. Estcourt flew as a bomber aimer… | *** | |
*** | A pair of elegant modern lady's 18ct. white gold and diamond articulated bell flower earrings, the suspended drop tapered flower with a further smaller conforming drop below, entirely encrusted with modern round brilliant cut diamonds, the 290 diamonds… | *** | |
*** | 14ct yellow and white gold Ceylonese sapphire and diamond halo ring, a 2.16ct moderate deep blue sapphire (moderately included), claw set and surrounded by a halo of round brilliant cut diamonds (Colour H-K, Clarity P2) bead set, with further diamonds set… | *** | N/A |
*** | A 9ct gold curb link charm bracelet, solid curb links with one 18ct gold charm and four 9ct gold charms, padlock clasp with safety chain. 60.34gm. | *** | |
*** | A taxidermied male peacock, standing on a substantial gnarled tree branch with its tail falling almost to the floor. Height 202 cm | *** | N/A |
*** | Four old Chinese pale jade small pendant/handling pieces, includes three traditional figures and one double gourd form. The tallest. Height 4.2 cm. Provenance: Ex. the estate collection of Dr David (Auckland) & M Stephens. Based in Singapore circa 1956 -… | *** | |
*** | A large Turkman hand knotted carpet, decorated with multiple octagonal gols. Wool pile on cotton weft and warp. Red tones with pale yellow highlights. 300 x 200 cm | *** | N/A |
*** | A pair of old Chinese carved ivory Emperor and Empress figures, finely detailed robes including elaborate cloud scrolls, dragons and exotic birds, they each hold Precious Objects. Raised on pierced scroll carved circular stands. Heights 25.5 cm and 27 cm | *** | |
*** | A large collection of vintage Chinese stamps, in a black Lighthouse album, including many older issues, over 1000 stamps. | *** | |