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Important Asian Works of Art and Fine Furniture — Leonard Joel Pty. Ltd.

Auction House:Leonard Joel Pty. Ltd.Number of lots recorded:403
Sale Title:Important Asian Works of Art and Fine FurnitureLots with images:280
Auction Location:MelbournePrices available:131
Date:22-Nov-2010
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An Indonesian bronze figure of a deity Modelled standing in ceremonial dress, 29 cm high
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A large Nepalese bronze figure of a deity possibly Padmapani, the standing goddess holding a cup in her out stretched left hand, her right hand raised in abhaya mudra, her back flanked by a double mandorla both supported on a double lotus base, a trace of gilding to face. Height 46.5 cm
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A Burmese Shan style gilt bronzefigure of Buddha Sakyamuni 17th century Seated in dhyanasana on a raised steeped throne, the right hand in bhumisparsa mudra and the left in dhyana mudra, the face with eyes downcast, surmounted by a high foliate crown flanked by large ajour flanges, 26 cm high
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A Burmese Shan style Gilt bronze figure of Buddha Sakyamuni 17th century Seated in dhyanasana on a raised steeped throne, the right hand in bhumisparsa mudra and the left in dhyana mudra, the face with eyes downcast, flowers emanating from both arms, 26.5 cm high
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A Sentoku bronze vase Signed Iida with seal, early 20th century Exceptional quality and of tall oviform shape, with Inlaid iro-e (coloured inlay) and silver hirazogan (low relief inlay) depicting a group of three Manchurian cranes, engraved feather details, 28 cm high. Note: in both Chinese and Japanese mythology, cranes were believed to live for 1000 years, and were a powerful embodiment of the wish for longevity and the wisdom gained through experience
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Two Chinese bronze figures 17th century, the first figure depicting a seated dignitary, the other image of a standing general grooming his beard, tallest 23.5 cm
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A Chinese bronze figure of Pu-Tai Ming Dynasty, (1368 - 1644), the large rounded laughing figure seated in a relaxed pose, wearing typical loose fitting garments, holding a rosary in his right hand. Height 16 cm
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A Chinese bronze figure of an Acolyte Ming Dynasty, (1368-1644) The standing figure with hands in namaskara mudra, wearing a layered skirt, with flowing scarf, supported on a four bracket foot platform base, 13 cm high
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A Tibetan bronze statue of Sarvabuddhadakini 18th/19th century The finely cast figure with left arm raised with hand in a supporting position her right arm flanking her right leg, her head dress separated by her long flowing hair, 21 cm high
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A very fine Japanese bronze vase Meiji Period, circa 900 In sentoku (yellow bronze) with flowers and grasses in takazogan (high-relief inlay) in silver, gold and shakudo, 15 cm high
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A painted tin sculpture of a carp Realistically worked, painted with polychrome decoration, 53 cm wide
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A Japanese tshuishu (carved cinnabar lacquer) and shibayama lidded jar Unsigned, late 19th century The body and cover of carved lacquer, inset with gold lacquer shibayama decorated reserves of birds and flowers, the base and finials in lacquered wood in the form of mythological baku, (replacements and some losses), 36.5 cm high
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A carved cinnabar lacquer two handled cup The ogee form body relief carved with geometric motifs against a trellis background, flanked by dragon handles, raised on a flared foot, 14 cm high
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A Japanese lacquered box and cover 20th century Rectangular, the cover decorated in gilt lacquer with a scene depicting a bird perched amongst bamboo, on a black lacquer ground, the interior with a single tray,(loss to one corner of the cover), 22 cm wide
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A Japanese Wakasa-nuri lacquered document box 20th century Rectangular, the cover richly decorated with in mother of pearl with stylised mon, on a simulated tortoiseshell ground, 33 cm wide
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A five case gold Maki-e lacquer inro signed Chikanao with kakihan (kao), late 18th century Nashiji ground, takamakie and kirikane decoration of Chinese inspired landscape, 8 cm high
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A Japanese lacquer Tenugui hand towel stand Unsigned, 18th/19th century The black lacquer stand decorated in gold takamakie and e-nashiji, karakusa and chrysanthemum motifs, with cast brass mounts, 59 x 65 cm. One of the essential items of a noble daughter's dowry ensemble
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A Japanese lacquered bowl 20th century Shallow circular, the exterior with banded decoration in colours of red, yellow and brown, 14.5 cm diameter
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Two Masks, 19th century Unsigned One a carved wood and lacquer demon mask on brass stand; the other, a miniature hand carved and lacquered mask with glass inlaid eyes. Probably akujo or demon mask from Japanese Noh Theatre. On bamboo wooden stand
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A Japanese mother of pearl inlaid lacquered box and cover 20th century Of shallow circular form, the cover decorated with two dragon flies in gilt lacquer and mother of pearl, 18 cm diameter
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A chinoiserie black lacquered mantel clock The circular dial painted with a central scene showing a figure in a garden, a pagoda in the background, the exterior with similar vignettes interspersed with trellis borders, 24 cm diameter
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A Japanese lacquered sweet bowl 20th century Shallow circular, the exterior with banded decoration in colours of yellow, green and red, accompanied by a presentation box, the bowl 19 cm diameter
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A cinnabar lacquered figure of a horse The animal modelled standing with its head lowered, with a hardstone saddle and embellishments in hardstone and mother of pearl, one later ivory stirrup, the other missing, 55 cm wide
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An antique Japanese lacquered document box The rectangular body with a simulated cane surface, raised on angular supports, the cover secured by a cord, 21.5 cm wide
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A Japanese lacquered rice container Early 20th century The shallow cylindrical two sectional vessel in colours of green, tan and red, with gilt highlights, 13 cm high
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A Japanese lacquered bowl 20th century Of barrel form, the exterior varnished wood, the interior with silver and black lacquer on a red ground, 11.5 cm diameter
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A Japanese lacquered bowl and cover 20th century The shallow circular vessel painted to the cover with a chrysanthemum, 13.5 cm diameter
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A Japanese lacquered box and cover 20th century Rectangular, the cover decorated in gilt lacquer with a scene depicting a bird perched in a prunus tree, on a black lacquer ground, the interior with two trays, 24 cm wide
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A Japanese lacquered rice container 20th century The lidded two sectional cylindrical vessel in colours of orange, green and black, 12 cm high
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A pair of Japanese lacquer maki-e Trays Meiji Period, circa 1890 Elephant mark from renowned kyoto lacquer studio, with gold lacquer decoration of seasonal flowers and birds, stylized dragon and cloud motif borders. One of the most exclusive lacquer manufacturer's in Japan, Zohiko studio has been in continuous operation since 1661
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A Japanese lacquered bowl and cover 20th century Shallow circular, with banded decoration to the exterior, in colours of green, yellow and burnt orange, 17 cm diameter
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A Japanese lacquered lidded box and tray The box with a square body, moulded to the exterior with a simulated cane pattern, together with a conforming square tray, the box 18.5 cm wide
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A Japanese lacquered lidded rice container Probably by Zohiko Company, 20th century The two sectional cylindrical container with fine banded decoration to the exterior, in colours of red, brown, orange and black, 12 cm high
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A Japanese lacquered document box 20th century Rectangular, the lid decorated in gilt lacquer with a scene depicting the Yatsu-hashi bridge, recalling the screen by Koran, within a profusion of irises, the sides with similar vignettes, 33 cm diameter
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A Japanese lacquered box and cover 20th century The cylindrical vessel decorated to the exterior with fine multi-coloured bands, in colours of green, red, yellow and black, 13 cm high
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A Japanese lacquered rice container 20th century The two sectional cylindrical vessel decorated to the exterior with fine repeating bands, in colours of red, green, yellow and orange, 12 cm high
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Small lacquered box with a separate presentation case, banded decoration
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A Japanese lacquered bowl 20th century The shallow circular vessel with banded decoration to the exterior, in colours of green and black, with a red interior, 20 cm diameter
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A Japanese red lacquered box and cover Shallow circular, the cover painted in gilt lacquer with stylised foliate motifs, within a fitted presentation box, 17 cm diameter
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Woodblock print (shin-hanga), C.1945-1957 Evening Snow at Ishimaki, 1935 Signed Hasui (1883-1957) with 'sui? mark. Publisher - Watanabe 6 mm Seal in bottom left corner.
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Woodblock print, Edo Period 1856 Kunisada Toyokuni III (1786-1856) Signed Toyokuni-Ga in Red Toshidama SealFeaturing actor in the role of Shirai Gonpachi, a reputable samurai that succombs to a life of murder and robbery. Censor mark of 1856 & aratame (examined) mark. Published by Maruya Jinpachi 39 x 26.5 cm
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Woodblock print, Edo Period 1852 Kunisada Toyokuni III (1786-1856) Signed Tokyokuni-Ga in Red CartoucheDouble Nanushi Seals - Mera Taiichiro & Watanabe ShoemonPublisher Sano-ya Kihei, Oban Size Diptych 39 x 26.5 cm
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Woodblock print, Edo Period circa 1850 Kunisada Toyokuni III (1786-1856), signed Kunisada With censor seal of 1850, featuring the actor Ichikawa Ichizo in a Sakazuki or flat sake cup amongst momiji (Autumn Leaves). Oban Size. Framed and museum mounted. 39 x 26.5 cm
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Woodblock Print 'Toto Ueno Park Hanami', Edo Period C.1844 Kunisada Toyokuni III (1786-1856) Signed Kochoro Kunisada Bijin amongst Cherry Blossoms holding a figure of Daruma and Daikoku in her hand. Censor - Fukatsu Ihei, Publisher - Fujioka KeijiroOban size. Framed and musuem mounted. 39 x 26.5 cm
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Woodblock Print, Meiji Period C.1870 Kunichika Toyohara (1835-1900) Signed Kunichika Hitsu with Toshidama Seal Actor print depicting Sawamura Totsumasu in very good condition with strong colours. Oban Size. Framed and musuem mounted 39 x 26.5 cm
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Woodblock print, Edo Period 1852 Kunisada Toyokuni III (1786-1856) Signed Toyokuni-Ga in Red Toshidama Seal Actor on stage in front of screen and lanterns featuring Migimitsudomoe (Triple tadpole) Crests. Oban Size. Framed and museum mounted. 39 x 26.5 cm
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Woodblock print, Edo Period 1852 Kunisada Toyokuni III (1786-1856) Signed Toyokuni-ga From the series - Intermediate stations of the TokaidoUmezu, between Oiso and Odawara featuring the actor Nakamura Utaemon IV in the role ofKogoro Hyobei. Published by Tamaya Sosuke, Censors - Kinugasa & Murata. Oban size. This type of subject matter was a reinterpretation of the popular series of prints by both Hiroshige and Kunisada depicting stations of the Tokaido Road, the main domestic trade route between Edo and…
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An Archaistic Chinese Nephrite Axe Of ge-halberd form with double shaft rings, the blade with single ring, the iron inclusions creating a textured finish, presentation box, 14 cm across
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A Chinese jade bowl Qing Dynasty, (1644-1912), the mottled whitish grey bowl with occasional russet inclusions, the rim of the bowl slightly inverted, the foot of a subtle shallow circular form, 10.5 cm diameter
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Two similar Chinese amethyst Peking glass bowls 18th century Both bowls of oval section each with four lobes, the waist pinched to create two sections on the body, both a rich warm transluscent amethyst colour, largest 19 cm width
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A pair of Chinese Peking style two colour glass vases Each of baluster form, overlaid in red on a white ground with a scene depicting a warrior astride a tiger, 23 cm high
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Two Japanese Imari geisha figures Early 20th century One figure dressed in a blue kimono, holding a dish; the other figure wearing a white kimono, a kitten playing at her feet, the largest 27 cm high
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A good Chinese celadon dish Ming Dynasty, (1368-1644) Of circular form, the flared slightly everted rim tapering to a fluted cavetto, the deep olive glaze with dark crackle throughout, the centre with applied fish motif, 32.5 cm diameter
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A Chinese celadon (Guan) jar Ming Dynasty, 15th/16th century, the heavily potted jar of compressed form, moulded with vertical ribs from the footrim to below the neck, covered with a thick olive green crackle glaze throughout, the base plugged separately, the rim and footrim unglazed, 17.5 cm high
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A pair of Chinese Peking style yellow glass bowls Each with a flared circular body, with a banded rim, 20 cm diameter
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A Chinese Peking style four colour overlaid glass vase Of tapering cylindrical form, cameo cut with birds in flight, a prunus tree, pagoda and blossoms, in colours of green, red and maroon on a yellow ground, seal mark to base, 26.5 cm high
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A Chinese peach bloom amphora vase Qing Dynasty, 19th century of classic amphora form, the pale red mottled glaze displaying russet spots and a tinge of green, Kangxi six character underglaze blue mark within the deeply recessed base, supported on a wooden stand, 15 cm high
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A Chinese Wucai jar transitional period, circa 1650, the rounded body painted in colourful enamels depicting a dignitary and his female companion together amongst scholars and attendants including two banner bearers in a terrace setting with further plant and rockwork. Height 22 cm
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A 19th century Chinese miniature ivory and lacquer screen The rectangular screen finely painted in gold lacquer with a scene depicting a crane in flight, a prunus tree in the foreground, within diaper borders, raised on a pierced and scroll carved base, 14.5 x 13 cm
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A small Japanese 'One Thousand Butterfly' pattern Satsuma bowl Signed Shizan, 19th century Of scalloped circular form, the interior decorated in overglaze enamel with the one-thousand butterfly pattern, the exterior decorated overall with polychromed, enamelled and gilt chrysanthemums, signature to base, 11 cm diameter
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A Chinese cameo cut Peking style orange glass vase Of waisted cylindrical form, cameo cut with dragons against a trellis background, seal mark to base, 27 cm high
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A Peking style Chinese overlaid glass jar Ovoid in amethyst on a clear ground, cameo cut with a repeating pattern depicting dragon flies in flight amongst foliage, with a domed cover, 13 cm high
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A fine quality Satsuma tea pot, Meiji period signed Hankinzando, Meiji period, late 19th century a flat shape teapot with fine painting in cartouche of aristocratic household practising tea amongst a body of chrysanthemum and peonies. Diameter 9.5 cm. Note fine detail to shoulder. Although rarely encountered, the work of Hankinzando is highly regarded and equivalent to masters like Yabu Meizan
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A fine quality Satsuma bowl signed Yabu Meizan (1853-1934), the body of the bowl exhibits a very fine crackle and white faience. Decoration is overglaze enamelling and gilding of superior quality and features a long and detailed sankinkotai procession with border decoration of flower garland below a band of key frets, the reverse with butterflies and grasses. Both body and decoration indicate a piece of superior quality. Sankinkotai was a system of compulsory biennial attendance on the Edo shogunate…
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A fine contemporary Japanese Kutani earthenware vase Ovoid, painted and glazed over a foil background producing a plique a jour effect, depicting a mountainous landscape, buildings and a lake in the foreground, painted signature to base, 27.5 cm high
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A Chinese snuff bottle 20th century, the finely carved stone showing iridescent greens and purples throughout, depicting a four claw dragon chasing a flaming pearl to one side the other a sitting phoenix under scrolling clouds. Height 6 cm
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A Chinese gilt lacquer and bronze figure of Guanyin Ming Dynasty, (1368-1644) The figure seated in dhyanasana her hands performing abhaya and dhyana mudras, wearing an elaborate headdress, supported on a double lotus base, some losses, 25 cm high
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A collection of ten Chinese snuff bottles 19th century and later Various shapes, designs and materials, including of agate, brass, ivory, pale celadon jade, peking glass, carved amethyst quartz and hand painted canton enamel, the largest 10 cm high. (10)
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A substantial Japanese Imari vase Meiji period, circa 1880, baluster, with a central cartouche to either side showing figures in a garden, within a richly decorated foliate surround, in colours of iron red, gold and blue. Height 78 cm
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A cased Aesthetic Movement ivory and shibayama handled sterling silver knife and fork The silver of maker's mark T.N.B, Sheffield 1896 Each ivory handle decorated with gold hiramakie prunus branches and grasses, inset with mother-of-pearl and coral insects and flowers, the tines and blade similarly engraved with prunus blossom and birds, the knife 23.5 cm long
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A carved fluorite figure of a frog Carved in a crouching stance, in colours of green and amethyst, with glass eyes, 9 cm wide
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A Chinese jade censer, the compressed globular body carved with stylised mask heads, surmounted by loop handles, raised on a tripod base, together with a rosewood stand. Height 18.5 cm
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A collection of three porcelain snuff bottles 19th/20th century Comprising of cylindrical blue and white, one faceted and one moulded with elders, the largest 8 cm high
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A collection of five snuff bottles 19th/20th century Each of flask form made from various materials including, brass, mother of pearl, horn, jade and silver, the largest 7.5 cm high
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A collection of six scent bottles 19th/20th century Comprising five hardstone scent bottles of flask form together with a further scent bottle moulded in a vasiform with three monkeys, the largest 6.5 cm high
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A collection of five lacquer and ivory scent bottles Comprising four scent bottles of flask form, together with another double ivory bottle carved as a figure group, the largest 6.5 cm high
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Two works in jade 19th century Comprising one in the form of a foliate netsuke the other a small dish, the largest 6.5 cm wide
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A collection of five Chinese Peking style glass scent bottles Including one bottle in the form of a corn cob; one scent bottle moulded as a fish; one in the form of a duck; and two scent bottles of flask form, the largest 9.5 cm high
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A collection of five Chinese Peking style glass scent bottles Each of faceted form, in colours of yellow, maroon, green and white, with paste cabochon stoppers, the largest 7.5 cm high
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A Chinese Peach Bloom brush washer Qing Dynasty, 19th century Of compressed form, the body glazed in mottled green and the rim and shoulders with a raspberry peach bloom, double circle mark in underglaze blue to base, 11 cm diameter
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A Chinese carved soapstone mountain Qing Dynasty, 19th century The reddish stone with occasional subtle cream tones finely carved as a rockwork mountain supporting a pack of kylin weaving throughout, 12.5 cm high
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A collection of eighteen ojime 19th century Various materials, including ivory, shibayama, lacquer, bone, bronze and wood, most carved or decorated in typical japanese taste, three signed, the largest 1.5 cm high
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A Chinese jade Gui-bi tablet 19th century or earlier The mottled pale green tablet with russet coloured veining, the bi carved with a stylised bird motif, supported on a wooden stand, 40 cm high
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A Chinese amethyst Peking glass dish 18th Century Of circular form, the slightly tapering cavetto terminating at a slightly raised well, a rich amethyst colour throughout, 19.8 cm diameter
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A green glazed earthenware rice container The cylindrical body with incised decoration, beneath a handle with angular supports and a lacquered cover, 24 cm high
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A Chinese Peking style yellow glass cylindrical brush pot 14.5 cm high
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A Chinese Peking style three colour overlaid glass vase Of tapering cylindrical form, cameo cut with panels depicting garden scenes, in colours of green and maroon on a yellow ground, seal mark to base, 26.5 cm high
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A Chinese enamelled ceramic vase Of squared tapering form, each side with a central panel painted in enamel with a garden scene, with foliate moulded borders, rising to a canted neck with applied serpent decoration, 42 cm high
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A contemporary Japanese porcelain vase Ovoid, moulded and painted with a fruit and leaf design on a white ground, underglaze blue mark to base, 23 cm high
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A nephrite figure of a wild boar Of archaic form, carved in profile with legs at right angles to the body, together with a presentation box and a wooden stand, 19 cm wide
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A pair of decorative Kutani vases Each of campana form with various roundels depicting elders, raised on figural feet, 37 cm high
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A Japanese enamelled porcelain vase The ovoid body painted and gilt with a repeating Iris pattern, on-glaze painted marks, 25 cm high
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Two Chinese glass scent bottles and a stained ivory carving 20th century Comprising an scent bottle overlaid in amethyst glass on a clear ground, decorated with bat motifs; a yellow glass scent bottle moulded in the form of a monkey (stopper missing); and a red stained ivory figure of Buddha, the largest scent bottle 8 cm high
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A collection of four Chinese enamelled scent bottles 20th century Comprising three scent bottles of flask form, painted in raised enamel with chrysanthemum, Manadrin ducks and grasshoppers, together with a further scent bottle moulded in the form of four entwined fish, the largest 9 cm high
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A contemporary stoneware vase Baluster, with a speckled glaze on a dark ground, 39 cm high
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A Javanese volcanic stone sculpture Possibly 15th century Carved as a seated figure, 27 cm high
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A contemporary stoneware vase In the manner of Hamada Shoji Of faceted rectangular form, with abstract decoration on a dark brown ground, rising to a tapering rim, circular foot, 22 cm high
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A large Japanese carved and inlaid two fold screen Showing a scene of a female monkey protecting her young from an eagle amongst tree branches and foliage, the reverse doves amongst tree branches, the whole finely inlaid with ivory, bone, mother of pearl and gilt brass, within a relief carved dragon surround above two pierced and carved serpent panels, inset signature panels, some losses, each panel 179 x 72 cm
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A six panel Japanese screen Early 20th century Parcel gilt decorated with geishas and children amongst pagodas, birds and trees the reverse, 246 x 183 cm
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A large Chinese carved wooden figure group Carved with three mythical figures, raised on a naturalistically carved base, 82 cm high
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