*** | John Logan Campbell 'Poenamo', published by Williams and Norgate 1881, 1st edition, pp.339, green cloth binding, complete with 16 illustrations and fold out map. The book details 'Sketches Of The Early Days of N.Z. Romance & Reality of Antipodean Life in… | *** | |
*** | New Zealand colonial artist unknown, portrait of a Maori woman wearing korowai cloak, after a photograph/postcard by Muir & Moodie sometimes entitled 'Meditation', oil on board, monogrammed and dated 1900. 39 cm x 30 cm | *** | |
*** | Twelve Waterford tall highball glasses, fluted sides in a Lismore type pattern, as new with original green labels and in box. | *** | |
*** | A pair of large modelled concrete urns on plinths, the flared bowls with sgraffito exterior, the tapered plinths pierced and sculpted with stylised florals, diameter 60.5 cm, height 68.5 cm. | *** | |
*** | A 19th century German walnut bombe bureau bookcase, the top with swan neck pediment, burr walnut veneer on paneled doors and pediment, the interior with scalloped shelf, the drop front bureau with inlaid decoration, the interior with drawers and pigeon… | *** | N/A |
*** | A Victorian silver locket and chain, oval form locket decorated with gold flowers to the centre, photo to the interior, with an ornate 'mayoral' chain, Birmingham 1881, together with a coin silver chain. | *** | |
*** | World War I medal pair and miniatures to 3/3021 Pte. Leonard James Campbell, 8th Regt, NZMC, NZEF. Enlisted 1915 at 17 falsifying age as 20, discharged through ill-health, re-enlisted 1917, duty in Egypt as medical specialist (radiographer), 1918… | *** | |
*** | An old Turkish terracotta tall storage jar, the reverse ovoid body tapering to a narrow foot, restrained raised bands decorate the body, dark finish to the shoulder. Height 76.5 cm. | *** | |
*** | A set of American six place Gorham sterling silver cutlery with scroll handles, comprising dessert forks and spoons, table forks, teaspoons and large knives with stainless steel blades, plus serving fork and tablespoon. Total weight (including knives)… | *** | |
*** | An album of older Chinese stamps, in Lighthouse album, mint and used displayed in sets. | *** | |
*** | A set of six Waterford Crystal champagne glasses, etched marks. Repeat diamond cut panels. | *** | |
*** | A set of six Waterford Crystal champagne glasses, etched marks. Half diamond cut. | *** | |
*** | A pair of French style wingback armchairs with shaped fronts, cabriole front legs, ivory paint finish with gilded carved decoration, floral velvet covers and loose cushions. See inside back cover. | *** | |
*** | A small 18th century country oak mule chest, the top with three panels, the front with Jacobean style decoration and two drawers, brass handles and back plates and scalloped apron to base. Requires minor attention. 130 x 51 x 71 cm. | *** | |
*** | An Edwardian 9ct gold and amethyst heart brooch, seed pearl highlights. 16.9gm. | *** | N/A |
*** | A Georgian oak wall cabinet, two panelled doors, one shelf to the interior. 99 cm x 22.5 cm x 97 cm. | *** | N/A |
*** | A Japanese ivory okimono figure group, of six men, women and children gathered around a tree bound with sedge matting (yuki-gakoi). Height 18 cm | *** | |
*** | A John Harper 'Football Bank', this mechanical money box bank with a football player standing on his left foot, his right foot with mechanical sprung action to kick the penny into the 'net', remains of green paint to the base, red and white to the net… | *** | |
*** | Two 20th century dentist's surgery cabinets, the larger instruments cabinet, I. Baisch, of cream enamelled steel with chrome trim and fittings, with a glass work surface. 99 cm x 40 cm x 119 cm. Along with accompanying cabinet smaller cabinet with single… | *** | |
*** | Artist unknown stylised hardwood carved large bird sculpture, wrap-around styled wings, head down as if diving. Monogrammed RTS, width 56 cm. Elegant restrained carved form. | *** | |
*** | Eight Victorian silver dessert spoons, Olga pattern, London 1845, 525gm. | *** | N/A |
*** | A fine concrete winged cherub and shell bird bath, the cherub on square base supporting the shell top, height 67 cm. | *** | N/A |
*** | Waller H. Paton (1828-1895), Highland scene with deer and remains of a stone cottage, watercolour and gouache with white heightening, signed. 42 x 68.5 cm | *** | |
*** | A set of six Waterford Crystal champagne flutes, Lismore pattern, etched marks. | *** | |
*** | A vintage Leica IIIa camera, with Summar f1.2, 5 cm. lens, no. 245045, with eveready leather case, c.1937-38. Together with Leica Guide and Leica Manual. | *** | |
*** | A Benin bronze figurine of a woman with woven skirt, bare breasted with neck rings, head dress and holding a fan, on wooden stand, some damage. Height on stand 40 cm | *** | |
*** | A Len Castle Avian bowl, turquoise glazed centre, unglazed rim and traditional stylised bird head form to the rim. Impressed mark together with signature to card and original price tag, diameter 23 cm. | *** | |
*** | A watchmaker's lathe by Lorch, Schmidt & Co. 20 cm bed with headstock, T-rest and tailstock along with numerous accessories in original walnut case, the case inscribed 'bought from Rbt. Pringle & Sons, London, Oct. 24th 1912' | *** | |
*** | A set of eight Waterford diamond cut whisky tumblers, heavy base, mildly tapered. | *** | |
*** | A contemporary vintage style 'Dulton' cream enamelled chest, the 10 drawers with chrome card slot cup handles, bracket feet. | *** | |
*** | A set of eight Waterford crystal wine glasses, Sheila pattern, flared restrained facet cut bowls, height 17.5 cm. | *** | |
*** | Five fine 18ct. gold bangles, with engraved decoration. 15.7gms. | *** | |
*** | Eleven Waterford crystal wine glasses, Sheila pattern. | *** | |
*** | An old European terracotta tall olive oil storage jar, the inverse ovoid body tapering to a narrow foot, banded decoration to the body, height 72 cm | *** | |
*** | An old European terracotta tall olive oil storage jar, the inverse ovoid body tapering to a narrow foot, banded decoration to the body, height 75 cm | *** | |
*** | A Chinese hardwood nest of tables, the four tables with carved aprons of fruiting vines and bamboo form legs.36 x 36 x 73 cm. | *** | |
*** | A large olive oil pot, ovoid form with four lug handles to the top, encircling banded decoration, old paint finish pleasingly worn, height 124 cm. | *** | |
*** | A pale celadon porcelain kendi, damaged and repaired, along with a small hu shape jar, heavily potted in porcelain with Qingbai glaze, sold in these rooms in the 1980s, height 13 cm. | *** | |
*** | Five books on Oriental ceramics, Oriental Ceramic Art' by Bushell 1981, 'The Chinese Porcelain Company' 2000, 'Imari Satsuma...'Schiffer 2000, 'Allen's Introduction to Later Chinese Porcelain' 1996, 'Chinese Glazes' Wood 1999 | *** | |
*** | A 20th century French Louis XV style bedside commode, two-drawer, parquetry inlaid with floral marquetry panels, ormolu mounts. | *** | |
*** | An album of older mint and used Chinese stamps, the 10 page album fairly complete. | *** | |
*** | Chinese ivory figurine, a young woman holding a Pipa (?), elaborate coiffure and draping gown. On carved wood base, height 29 cm (with base). | *** | |
*** | Five 19th century various hand blown drinking glasses, each stemmed and of good volume, two with fine hobnail cut encircling bands, two with broad facets. The largest diameter 10.4 cm. | *** | |
*** | Two Rolex branded 'propeller' shape case spanners, Ø 22.4 cm' and ' Ø28.3 cm. Ex. The estate collection of David Brown (Lord Ponsonby Antiques). | *** | |
*** | Large Crown Lynn hand potted spherical vase, with six broad concave bands. Matte white glaze. Printed tiki mark and incised shape 14. Some internal crazing, height 22.7 cm. | *** | |
*** | An Iranian Kashan runner, decorated with six curvilinear medallions framed by islimi tendrils on a red ground, framed by a floral meander border. 365 x 100 cm. | *** | |
*** | An old Turkish terracotta tall storage jar, the reverse ovoid body tapering to a narrow foot, restrained decorated body, height 75 cm | *** | |
*** | Twelve Waterford Crystal hock glasses, Sheila pattern, facetted stems, height 19 cm | *** | |
*** | A George III style country oak lowboy, single drawer, the square legs with internal chamfer. 66.5 x 45 x 68 cm. | *** | |
*** | A Len Castle pouring bowl, with ash glaze and tenmoko rim, along with two small dishes with similar glazing, all with impressed potter's mark. Largest diameter 20 cm | *** | |
*** | A selection of Victorian 'witch balls', varying colours and shapes. | *** | |
*** | A set of six Waterford crystal champagne coupes, Lismore pattern, facetted stems, height 10.5 cm. | *** | |
*** | A set of six Waterford crystal dessert coupes, Lismore pattern, diameter 10 cm | *** | |
*** | A Japanese Satsuma mythical beast, together with a Satsuma deity figure, the beast with very old repairs. 22 cm x 24 cm and 21 cm. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection. | *** | |
*** | A mid-19th century Derby two handled tray, decorated in the Imari pattern, together with a matching 1890's part coffee set, four cups, saucers, sugar and creamer. | *** | |
*** | 250 ukiyo-e prints from the Hiraki Collection (Mainichi Collection), in four hard bound volumes, each approximately 48 cm x 38 cm | *** | |
*** | A pair of large Japanese bronzed vases, decorated with birds and blossoms, the side handles of mythical beasts, scalloped rim. Height 46 cm. | *** | |
*** | 11 Sheila Pat Waterford white wine glasses, height 16 cm | *** | |
*** | An old Turkish terracotta tall storage jar, the reverse ovoid body tapering to a narrow foot, restrained raised bands decorate the body. Height 78 cm. | *** | |
*** | A 9ct. white gold and jade bracelet, the decorative mesh strap with flower forms to the top set with 12 small pieces of deep green jade and three small diamonds. 27gms | *** | |
*** | A fine quality finely knotted Persian Isfahan rug, pure wool and silk, the field decorated with a vase of flowers, birds and animals. 165 cm x 108 cm | *** | |
*** | A Georgian style wingback armchair with a loose cushioned seat, scroll-fronted roll arms, Regency striped upholstery with a background pattern of leafy arabesques, raised on mahogany cabriole legs | *** | |
*** | An early /mid 20th century French carved beech framed armchair, restrained floral carved detail to the top, apron and legs, pale green velvet upholstery with studded borders, padded arm rests, loose cushion. | *** | |
*** | A collection of seven assorted model steam engines, original paint finishes to most, all mounted on a board. Width 46 cm, depth 24 cm, height 16 cm. | *** | |
*** | A late Victorian French style walnut display sideboard, the fancy back with central shield mirror flanked by two pairs of smaller mirrors, four shaped shelves with carved supports, the base with mirrored doors and open shelves. 122 cm x 34.5 cm x 200 cm | *** | |
*** | A 19th century pine kitchen cabinet, the glazed top with painted interior and scalloped shelves, over a full width drawer and two cupboard doors, on plinth base. 118 cm x 47 cm x 184 cm | *** | |
*** | Two silk Hereke rugs, finely hand knotted on silk weft and warp, each with central floral medallion framed by floral tendrils, one in celadon/salmon tones, the other midnight blue/russet. Each approx 75 x 57 cm. | *** | |
*** | An antique French steel wine cage, with grill and wavy wire framing and supports, two door. 104 x 57 x 1140. Provenance: Ex La Cigal, Auckland. | *** | N/A |
*** | 12 Waterford Crystal champagne flutes, Lismore pattern. | *** | |
*** | A Georgian oak dropside dining table, of plain country style, the six plank top with rule joints supported on double gates and square section legs. 120 cm x 1500 extendedmm x 74 cm | *** | |
*** | A walnut jewellery cabinet, rectangular form, the mildly domed lid with recessed fancy large brass top carry handle opening to release the front glazed bevelled panelled door revealing a removable fitted top tray and two internal drawers, both with fancy… | *** | |
*** | pair of 9ct gold, diamond and pearl Victorian style drop earrings, a diamond set inverted heart suspended from shaped bale, a small gold mounted seed pearl to the base of heart, hooks for pierced ears. 8gm. | *** | |
*** | A contemporary vintage style 'Dulton' cream enamelled chest, the 15 drawers with chrome card slot cup handles, bracket feet. | *** | |
*** | A set of six George IV heavy silver King's pattern table forks, double-struck. London 1827 by Jonathan Hayne. 590gms. | *** | |
*** | An old Indian Kashmiri octagonal side table, ornately carved in deep relief with elephants, figures, flowers and scrolls, the centre with a scene of Krishna playing a flute, supported on four well-proportioned elephant legs with ivory tusks. Width 60 cm… | *** | |
*** | Three Roman coins, in an old vesta box. | *** | |
*** | An old Great Britain stamp collection in album, includes .1 imperf, one penny black, 1.8 cm x imperf, one penny red, multiple one penny red and blue, etc, the older issues used the more modern hinged mint, some in blocks. | *** | |
*** | An old Chinese giltwood three-section archway, the multi-panelled sections of various flowers, big figures in courtyards, etc. Width 200 cm. | *** | |
*** | A pair of reproduction mahogany Chippendale style open elbow chairs, in faux bamboo, with light pink velvet drop-in cushion. 58 cm x 53 cm x 88 cm. | *** | |
*** | A pair of carved giltwood plant stands, with white marble inset tops, circular with carved and pierced friezes raised on four legs. Height 71 cm, diameter 40 cm | *** | |
*** | A full collection of New Zealand World War II medals and other items pertaining to a New Zealand soldier who was a Prisoner of War in Germany in World War II. A group of five World War II medals: 1939-45 Star, African Star, War Service Medal, Defense… | *** | |
*** | Six World War I medals: 1914-15 Star, British War and Victory Medal awarded to '8/2308A. Sjt. Burnett. N.Z.E.F.', two medals: World War I British War and Victory Medal awarded to '8/1420 Pte. D Burnett. N.Z.E.F.' and a British War Medal awarded to '23/86… | *** | |
*** | An old Turkish terracotta tall storage jar the ovoid body tapering to a narrow foot, restrained raised bands decorate the body, height 72 cm. | *** | |
*** | A massive and well carved Japanese burl wood carved figure of Shoki and a young boy, utilizing the natural gnarled features of the timber. Height 56 cm | *** | |
*** | A Victorian silver teapot, London 1847 by Walter Morrisse, squat circular shape, floral embossed, handle repaired. 525gm. | *** | |
*** | A 19th century Japanese chestnut and cedar Sendia chest, elaborate metal lock plates and fittings. With a combination of eight drawers and one cupboard door. 122 x 60 x 90.5 cm. | *** | |
*** | An Aubusson style tapestry, two ornate central floral medallions surrounded by floral wreaths and borders. Caramel and mustard tones with blue and red elements, unlined. 92 cmmm x 123 cm. | *** | |
*** | An old Turkish terracotta tall storage jar, the reverse ovoid body tapering to a narrow foot, applied bands decorated to the body. Height 80 cm | *** | |
*** | An old Turkish terracotta tall storage jar, the reverse ovoid body tapering to a narrow foot, applied bands decorated to the body. Height 73.5 cm | *** | |
*** | A selection of eleven old butter making items from a Welsh farm, items include a large turned wooden bowl diameter 47 cm. Plus two pairs of pats, wood and string beam balance, two press moulds, two thermometers and pair of handled kneading or moulding… | *** | |
*** | Six finely detailed late 19th century carved ivory brooches/plaques of floral form, most lacking fittings. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection. | *** | |
*** | A Victorian pub sign, The Duel', the ebonised framed art work initialled L.I.J. and dated 1886. Overall 64 x 64 cm | *** | |
*** | A hand knotted Turkman 'Elephant's foot' carpet, the central field decorated with large octagonal medallions to the field, surrounded by multiple border guards. In traditional tones of burgundy and red. 180 x 120 cm | *** | |
*** | A collection of rare French Art deco period wallpaper samples, produced by the French manufacturer Isidore Leroy. Some of the work probably by the well-known French painter and entomologist Emile-Allain Seguy. Most still in book binding, a quantity loose.… | *** | |
*** | A vintage world coin collection, presented in a coin collector portfolio, together with a small bag of loose coins. | *** | |
*** | A large Georgian oak coffer, with three plain panels over two half drawers to the front, raised on small square section feet. 142 cm x 54 cm x 86 cm. | *** | |