While the mask (Lot 209 ) will no doubt be the centre of much auction goer interest when viewing starts on Wednesday, the sale (from noon Sunday March 29 at 47 Glenferrie Road, Malvern) itself is notable for several interesting items.
One is a collection of sterling silver that includes a horseracing trophy of tankard and matching cups (Lot 142 ) presented on October 13, 1859 to George Race Esq by the gentlemen of his hunt as a token of their esteem.
Another prominent piece is a Stuart Devlin parcel gilt sterling silver pot pourri bowl (Lot 182 ), while there are several George II, George III and Victorian items worthy of examination – including a Victorian sterling silver neoclassical style bread basket (Lot 151 ) with a catalogue estimate of $4000-$5000.
Among the porcelain on offer are several First Period Dr Wall Worcester pieces dating from the 1760s, including a kidney shaped dessert dish (Lot 242 ) and a scalloped plate (Lot 246 ), while a large Japanese Meiji period Satsuma vase (Lot 110 ) should attract plenty of attention.
Eighteenth Dutch crystal is another auction feature – including a 1750-1760 Netherlandish “Cristallo” glass oil or vinegar bottle (Lot 197 ) and a 1685-1700 northern Netherlands “Cristallo” serving bottle (Lot 196 ).
Among the art on offer are several Sidney Nolan lithographs and Australian and European paintings, while chandeliers and figure lamps are prominent, particularly a fine French art deco gilt bronze chandelier by Pettitot (Lot 322 ).
Furniture includes a French rosewood art deco buffet (Lot 335 ) and an antique oak marriage or blanket chest (Lot 337 ).
