*** | Hindu reliquary box and cover, of shaped form, suspended from chain with pyramid shaped supports, length 10 cm. Provenance: J L Smith Collection, Far South Coast NSW | *** | |
*** | Chinese cloisonne twin handled incense burner, with three pierced graduated cloisonne domes, the top set with kylin finial, above a metal base decorated with acanthus and dragon motifs, the whole resting on three feet, in tones of blue, yellow, red, green… | *** | |
*** | Large Chinese ink cake by Hu Ka Wen, of round form depicting the map of the world on both sides, inscribed to edge 'A Memorial for Panama exhibition U.S.A 1915, manufactured by Hu Ka Wen the first established factory Hsui Nin, Anhui China,' diameter 12.5… | *** | |
*** | Chinese silver fork, impressed marks for Houcheong, c.1820-1835, in fiddle pattern with shell finial, total weight 71gm, length 18 cm | *** | |
*** | Pair of Chinese hand painted lanterns, of rectangular form, painted with scenes of immortals in landscapes on glass with wood frames and stands, height 49 cm (2) | *** | |
*** | Set of three graduated opium weights, in the form of ducks on a facetted base, height 11 cm (tallest), (3) | *** | |
*** | Chinese shadow agate snuff bottle, of baluster form, decorated with two scholars seated under a tree, in tones of brown, with orange stopper, height 7.5 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese carved white jade bangle, carved in the form of a dragon, with spiraled body, diameter 8 cm | *** | |
*** | Pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty silver and enamel nail guards, decorated in a pierced floral design, accented with enamel fish in tones of yellow and blue, length 8.5 cm | *** | |
*** | Fine Chinese Ding pedestal box and cover, probably song dynasty, the circular cover with incised flower and leaf motif, above a spreading foot in a white glaze, height 9.5 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese sterling silver and enamel horse figure, depicted rearing on slender legs with flowing tail, with coloured enamel armour and accented saddle cloth, with gilt, turquoise and coral accents, marked to base, mounted on a wooden stand, total height 14… | *** | |
*** | Chinese carved soapstone figure of immortal, depicted reclining on torchere, holding an attribute in his left hand, in tones of green, pink and red, signature to back, height 9.5 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese boxed mahjong set, the rectangular box with copper mounts and ivory push button, opening to five drawers set with pieces in bone and bamboo | *** | |
*** | Chinese Peking glass vase, of facetted gu form, in cobalt blue, height 18.5 cm | *** | |
*** | Set of seven Japanese Meiji period Ojime, of spherical form, with carved, inlaid and painted decoration, some signed (7) | *** | |
*** | Burmese silver box, of hexagonal form, the cover and sides decorated with repeating nodules, raised on three feet with incised foliate decoration to base, with dark blue felt lining, 7.5 cm diameter | *** | |
*** | Chinese late Qing Dynasty, late 19th century Foldable travelling hat stand, of slender rectangular form, opening to reveal a carved scene of the eight immortals, set with pierced fret work brackets and hangers, 25 cm x 28 cm. Provenance: collection of… | *** | |
*** | Burmese silver bowl, of deep circular form, heavily embossed with deities, acanthus and floral motifs, double peacock mark to base, a/f, total weight 278gm, height 9 cm and diameter 15 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese Tang style Sancai covered censer, with twin handles and pierced cover on a circular foot, height 36 cm | *** | |
*** | Intriguing Tibetan 19th century portable medicine /Herb chest, of deep tapering rectangular form, with inlaid borders of geometric repeating squares and line work, with central roundel, the interior with fabric covering, 21 cm x 28 cm x15 cm. Provenance:… | *** | |
*** | Chinese blue glass snuff bottle, of lotus form, with silver flecks to interior, height 7.5 cm (with stopper) | *** | |
*** | Chinese Qing Dynasty carved mother of pearl shell, depicting a village scene with warriors on horseback, scholars, pagodas, trees, fish and flowers, length 20 cm, together with a carved wooden stand, height 29 cm (with stand) | *** | |
*** | Chinese officials leather combination box, for robe and summer hat, with pointed cylindrical hat box set above rectangular trunk, with twin handles and clasp, accented with panel to the front with Chinese calligraphy, height 45 cm, width 56 cm, depth 40… | *** | |
*** | Chinese rock crystal brush rest, in the form of continuous mountains, length 11 cm, with certificate | *** | |
*** | Chinese silver and mother of pearl butterfly dish, set with central silver handle in the form of bamboo, accented with silver butterflies and raised on five feet, length 40 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese jade archers ring, of cylindrical form, decorated continuously with hand painted mountain scene, diameter 4 cm | *** | |
*** | Pair of Chinese blue Peking glass vases, of facetted form, with elongated necks, raised on an octagonal foot, in bright blue tones, height 19 cm (2). Provenance: The Collection of the Late Bruce & Odette McLeod | *** | |
*** | Chinese gilt silver and enamel censor and cover, in gilt filigree, accented with ruyi heads and leaves in enamel tones of green, blue and yellow, height 13 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese orange Peking glass vase, of pear form, the body decorated in relief with birds and flowering branches, with lappet borders to neck and base, incised mark to base, height 26 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese carved wooden box and cover, of cylindrical form, carved continuously in relief with pine tree, height 5.5 cm and width 11 cm | *** | |
*** | Fine Japanese silver Ojime, in the form of a spiraled snake, with extremely fine etched scales, length 1.2 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese gilt silver, amethyst and enamel bracelet, stamped silver, comprising six links, four links bezel set with irregular shaped amethyst stones surrounded by blue and aqua enamel filigree inlay, united via box clasp with safety chain, total weight 50… | *** | |
*** | Nepalese repousse Shiva plaque, decorated with a central Shiva seated upon a lion, flanked by standing rams, with mask and dragon scrolls above, with shaped apron base, accented with coral beads and gilt, raised on four feet, 12.5 cm x 13 cm | *** | |
*** | Indian late 19th century betel nut cutter, with decorative mounts and accented in gilt, length 16 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese Meiji period copper lobster, of articulated form, signed to base, length 21 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese scroll, of rectangular form, depicting Shou Lao with staff and peach, with crane by his side and bat flying above, his robes decorated with shou symbols, the outlines intricately executed in small Chinese calligraphy lettering, in tones of blue,… | *** | |
*** | Chinese silver table cigarette box and cover, Zee Sung, Shanghai of rectangular form, set with central silver coin medallion displaying a boat and characters, surrounded by bamboo ground, impressed marks verso, 5.4 cm x 12 cm x 8.5 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese Peking glass vase, of baluster form, incised with peony and floral motif with Chinese calligraphy verso, marks to base, in green glass with blue glass lining, height 15 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese Qing Dynasty 'As New' 3rd rank civil badge c.1860, of slight rectangular form, depicting a peacock amongst flowers, with geometric border, heavily embroidered with gold and silver thread, also in tones of pink and green, 21.5 cm x 25 cm catalogue… | *** | |
*** | Eastern silver twin handled tray, of rectangular form, decorated with an image of palm trees and architectural building, total weight 421gm, length 33 cm | *** | |
*** | Special Tibetan late 19th century purse and strap, the purse of boat form, accented with silver mounts displaying birds and foliage with coral and turquoise cabochons, suspended from leather strap, length 35 cm. Provenance: collection of Genevieve Cummins… | *** | |
*** | Intriguing Japanese Meiji period sterling silver mallet, in the form of Daikoku's Uchide no Kozuchi or 'Mallet of Fortune', incised with geometric, bird and foliate decoration, accented with gilt, two character mark to mallet handle, length 12.5 cm and… | *** | |
*** | Chinese carved and stained ivory chess set, carve din the form of traditional figures, with box | *** | |
*** | Chinese Boulder, incised with mountain scene and calligraphy to other, length 8 cm | *** | |
*** | Pair of Chinese silver Cuffs, by Sung, set with six tapered panels, displaying rampant dragons amongst cloud scrolls, total weight 168gm (2) | *** | |
*** | Chinese carved libation cup, scrolled handle, overall carved with with scholar among pine trees, pavilions and mountains, height 12.5 cm | *** | |
*** | Two Chinese export silver sugar bowls, both of squat globular form with bamboo form twin handles, one hallmarked Sf and decorated continuously with birds and foliage, the other marked Tuck Chang and engraved with initials and inscription below rim dated… | *** | |
*** | Chinese gilt Buddha and surround, depicted seated with floral frieze behind, with robes falling from shoulders and hands in pose, on double lotus base, height 24 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese Meiji period Shakudo vesta, in the form of a samurai, with hinged cover and match striker to base, height 4.5 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese scroll, of horizontal format, depicting mountainous landscape with river, with Chinese calligraphy upper left, with panels of Chinese calligraphy to either side, approximate length 290 cm (images) | *** | |
*** | Late 19th century Anglo-Indian Sideli box, of rectangular form, decorated in a veneered ivory and sandalwood starburst pattern with micromosaic medallions, raised on four ball feet, 6 cm x 13 cm x 10 cm published: antique boxes: inside and out, colour… | *** | |
*** | Chinese export silver tobacco box, marked Tuckchong, of rectangular form, with all over engine turned decoration, the hinged cover with plain rectangular plaque, opening to reveal wooden lined interior, a/f (dent to cover), total weight 446gm, 5 x 16.5 x… | *** | |
*** | Indian silver and copper vase, decorated with repeating foliate motifs, height 8.5 cm | *** | |
*** | Japanese silver and enamel Miyamoto box and cover, marked verso, of oval form, the cover set with a raised motif of anchor and life buoy, surrounded by enamel flowers, total weight 72gm, 5.7 cm x 4.8 cm. Provenance: collection of the late Fredric Sinfield… | *** | |
*** | Burmese silver cricket box, in form of a mythical creature, above a band of foliage and patterns, height 4 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese gilt lacquer seated Buddha, in cast metal, buddha depicted with top knot and head dress, with eyes down cast, lobed ears, left hand raised and right hand resting on knee with crossed legs on a lotus base, height 32 cm width 23 cm | *** | |
*** | Javanese carved and painted kris handle, in the form of Wayang puppet, in tones of orange, red, yellow and blue, on stand, height 11 cm (handle) | *** | |
*** | Chinese silver hip flask, of curved rectangular form, engraved with bamboo motifs and roundel, total weight 177gm, height 13 cm | *** | |
*** | Set of eight Chinese carved boxwood figures, each depicted holding one of the eight Daoist emblems, height 14 cm (8) | *** | |
*** | Indian late 19th/ 20th century silver incense Box/Burner, set with seven filigree compartments in the form of peacock feathers, with peacock heads as handles, surrounding a central stand, diameter 13 cm. Provenance: The Ivan Ban collection | *** | |
*** | Burmese gilt lacquer Hsun-Ok, of stupa form, with a stepped circular top and baluster body, above a lower spindle surround and stepped circular foot, height 79 cm | *** | |
*** | Indian carved figure of a deity, depicting Krishna with flowing skirt and arabesques and headdress, holding a musical instrument, resting on a lotus base, height 20 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese silver twin handled serving dish, by Zeesung, Shanghai, of deep circular form, flanked by angular handles with beaten finish to exterior, total weight 563gm, length 28 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese Qing Dynasty carved mother of pearl shell, depicting a village scene with warriors on horseback, scholars in pagoda, trees, mountains and lotus, length 21 cm, together with a carved wooden stand, height 29 cm (with stand) | *** | |
*** | Chinese jade bangle, in tones of green and white with brown inclusion, diameter 8 cm | *** | |
*** | Ladies Chinese jade hinged bangle, carved in the form of two dragon heads contesting the flaming pearl, capped with a silvered hinge and clasp with safety chain (a/f), in dark green/ black tones, outer diameter 8.5 cm, inner 5.7 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese jade bangle, the exterior carved with lotus, in tones of green, inner diameter 6.2 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese green jade archers ring, of cylindrical form with a rounded top, inner diameter 2.3 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese late Qing Dynasty handkerchief box and cover, of deep square form, with inlaid roundel displaying a scene of temples, pavilions, bridges and figures, surrounded by repeating leaf motif and landscape panel, 10 cm x 22 cm x 22 cm. Provenance:… | *** | |
*** | Chinese export silver photo frame, marked, of rectangular form, decorated with peonies and foliage on a beaten ground, 26 cm x 19 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese green stone bangle, comprising thirteen globular lobed beads, 1.8 cm diameter | *** | |
*** | Chinese gold and jade pendant, of heart shape, with central jade panel surrounded by pierced floral surround, total weight 7.87gm, length 4.5 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese hardwood bead bracelet, with a coral bead toggle | *** | |
*** | Chinese export silver box, marked silver, C.J.Co., of plain rectangular form, total weight 260gm, length 12 cm | *** | |
*** | Pair of Chinese Peking glass vases, of pear form, in rich yellow tones, height 26 cm (2). Provenance: The Collection of the Late Bruce & Odette McLeod | *** | |
*** | Chinese export silver decanter and stopper, marked sterling, 950, of dimpled form, with peony, prunus and floral silver overlay, height 22 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese silver swing handle basket, marked silver, of shallow form, decorated with pierced panels containing scenes of bamboo, flowers, foliage, lotus flower and dragon, on a pedestal foot, total weight 487gm, height 20 cm and diameter 25 cm | *** | |
*** | Good pair of Burmese wood and lacquer praying monks, both depicted kneeling with sash falling from shoulder, with inlaid with glass panels, with bodies and heads slightly turned, one with hands in mediation and one with hands on knees, in lacquer finish… | *** | |
*** | Collection of Japanese Meiji Menuki, mounted on two rectangular panels, each mounted with various mixed metal medallions depicting figures, mythical creatures and foliage, 24 cm x 18.5 cm (2) | *** | |
*** | Chinese carved ink stone, of rectangular form, decorated with a scene of birds, flowers, foliage and stylised clouds, 19,5 cm x 14 cm | *** | |
*** | Indian silver milk jug and sugar bowl, the milk jug decorated with various animals amongst palm trees, with cobra form handle, height 7 cm, the sugar bowl similarly decorated with a frilled rim, height 5.5 cm x diameter 10 cm (2) | *** | |
*** | Burmese gilt and red lacquer Hsun-Ok, of stupa form, with a stepped top above a baluster body decorated with gilt floral and figural motifs, above a lower spindle border and stepped circular foot, height 85 cm | *** | |
*** | Burmese silver ceremonial bowl, decorated in repousse with figures and animals in mythical scenes, accented with floral and acanthus motifs, total weight 459gm, diameter 20 cm | *** | |
*** | Tibetan late 19th century silver openwork needle case, of tapering form, decorated with pierced scroll and endless knot motifs, length 10.5 cm. Provenance: collection of Genevieve Cummins Published: Genevieve Cummins & Nerylla Taunton, Chatelaines:… | *** | |
*** | Chinese root wood walking stick, of natural form with knots and gnarled protrusions, nice patina, total length 92 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese wood and lapis ruyi sceptre, set with three lapis panels, displaying dragons, fish and foliage, length 49 cm | *** | |
*** | Good Japanese enamel vase, of tapering form, decorated with a ground of bamboo foliage, in bright tones of red, height 15 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese Peking glass brush pot, of cylindrical form, in rich yellow tones, height 14.5 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese Wang Hing silver matchbook holder, with three marks including Wh, 90, one side decorated with embossed dragon, the other side with inscription, total weight 42gm | *** | |
*** | Chinese blanc de chine six armed Kwan Yin, depicted with small buddha resting on head, with headdress and eyes downcast, with hands in pose and clasping attributes, surrounded by multiple hands, seated on a lotus base with nine dragons below, height 63 cm | *** | |
*** | Burmese red lacquer Hsun-Ok, of stupa form, in a red finish above a stepped baluster body and lower spindle border, height 77 cm | *** | |
*** | Pair of Chinese Peking glass vases, of facetted tulip form, in blue tones, height 36 cm (2) | *** | |
*** | Chinese petite Doucai porcelain vase, of bulbous form with a slender cylindrical neck, the neck adorned with a pursuing dragon above a shoulder of floral sprays, the body with five vertical panels depicting pine, bamboo and blossoming trees, divided by… | *** | |
*** | Chinese blanc de chine Buddha, depicted standing with headdress and robes, with one hand raised and the other holding a pearl, on a lotus base, a/f, height 41 cm | *** | |
*** | Good Japanese Meiji period bronze Hibachi, in three sections, with a spreading top, above a baluster body, inlaid with gilt and silver inlay, flanked by a pair of handles, on separate footed stand, seal mark to base, h 26 cm, height 29.5 cm | *** | |
*** | Chinese officials woven cane travelling hat box, of circular form with large finial, to house officials winter hat, with padded central compartment for officials court beads, height 22 cm and diameter 33 cm. Provenance: collection of Judith Rutherford | *** | |