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Decorative Arts — Leonard Joel Pty. Ltd.

Auction House:Leonard Joel Pty. Ltd.Number of lots recorded:207
Sale Title:Decorative ArtsLots with images:207
Auction Location:MelbournePrices available:179
Date:18-Oct-2021
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A large shell sofa, mid 20th century, of kidney shape with a shell back, upholstered in olive velvet with a tasselled apron on castors, 95 cm high, 220 cm wide,130 cm deep
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A French Art Nouveau pewter candlestick, signed Jules Desbois, circa 1900, modelled in a naturalistic leaf design, featuring a nymph in a languid pose, the signature J Desbois inscribed to base together with stamped foundry mark Fondeur Siot Decauville Paris, and serial no. A958, 10 cm high, 17.5 cm long, 13 cm wide
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A French Art Nouveau gilded bronze and cut crystal pendant light, early 20th century, the egg formed cut crystal pendant set within a gilded brass scrolled frame with a central column emanating two lights, 71 cm high (excluding chain), 30 cm diameter
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A French Art Nouveau brass pendant light, circa 1930s, the solid brass column featuring a pierced body above three emanating dragon head branches with frosted moulded glass shades, 115 cm high, 45 cm diameter
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A Dresden porcelain macaw, 20th century, modelled perched on a tree stump, clutching berries, factory mark and impressed serial number to interior, 36 cm high
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A Dresden porcelain pheasant figure, possibly Carl Thieme, modelled in a standing pose with raised tail feathers, standing upon an earth and foliage base, 20.8 cm high, 38 cm long
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A Continental porcelain hand painted plaque, signed by J. Giani, 19th century, the rectangular panel hand painted, depicting a playful scene of a man and woman, in the Vienna school style. Signed lower right J. Giani, and housed in a carved gilt wood frame. The frame 34.5 cm x 28. The panel 25 x 18 cm
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A Viennese ormolu mantel clock, attributed to Anton Rettich, first quarter 19th century, with an anchor escapement, Viennese grande sonnerie on bells, repeater, and turn off for strike. The circular enamelled dial with Arabic letters, surmounted by a gilded bust, supported by gilded dolphins, above a stepped base with gilded relief panels applied to the front and sides, raised upon four gilded ball and claw feet. 36 cm high, 17 cm wide, 10 cm deep. Provenance: purchased from D & S Antiques, Vienna, January…
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A pair of French bronze jardinieres, 19th century, of octagonal form, decorated with repousse and chased acanthus leaf rims, above festoons, flanked by swan form handles, raised on stepped circular bases, 23 cm high, 29 cm wide, 21.5 cm deep
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An Italian carved giltwood cherub, late 18th century/early 19th century, modelled in flight with outstretched arms. Set with a chain for a ceiling mount, 60 cm total length. Provenance: an old private Melbourne collection
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A French Louis XVI style giltwood mirror, circa 1880, the neo-classical carved frame bears a crest formed of a quiver of arrows crossed with a flambeau, being the twin symbols of Louis XVI, flanked by twin flower motifs. 181 x 104 cm. Provenance: purchased from giltwood Antiques in May 2001
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A French rococo inspired giltwood mirror, circa 1880, the cushion fronted frame with egg, acanthus scroll and floriate moulding, acanthus scroll corners, surmounted by a large 'C' scroll emanating flowers and leaves, 168 x 110 cm
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A pair of Continental over door paintings on canvas, late 19th century, in the manner of Francois Boucher, each painted en grisaille with three putti disporting with flowers and emblems of love. 67 x 114 cm (each). Provenance: Ros Palmer interiors, Woollahra
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A rococo inspired gilded occasional table, 19th century, the serpentine marble plate raised upon a single scrolled pedestal of naturalistic form, standing on three scrolled legs. 95 cm high, 58 cm wide, 41 cm deep
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A pair of Louis XVI style gilt upholstered dining chairs, circa 19th century, of typical design, each having an upholstered back and seat set within a gilded moulded frame, 91 cm high
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A pair of gilt wood pedestals, 20th century, of columnar form, with moulded decoration, supported on scroll tripartite bases, 150 cm high approximately, 50 cm wide, 50 cm deep
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A French boulle drop front Bureau*, late 19th/Early 20th century, of typical design, the gallery edge top, above a drop-down bureau enclosing a fitted interior of three drawers and slide compartment, above an apron, supported on four serpentine legs with figurative ormolu mounts, 93.5 cm high, 79 cm wide, 49 cm deep, other notes: please note that all lots marked with the symbol * are subject to CITES regulations when exporting these items outside of Australia. Information these regulations May be found at…
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A French Vernis Martin vitrine, 20th century, of serpentine form, with ormolu mounting overall, painted cartouches depicting romantic landscapes and figures, the single door enclosing a silk lined interior with glazed shelves. 175 cm high, 81 cm wide, 43 cm deep
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A French kingwood centre bureau plat, 19th century, of rectangular form, the inset leather top bordered with kingwood and egg and dart ormolu edging, above a pair of frieze drawers to both sides mounted with ormolu escutcheons, standing on serpentine legs terminating on ormolu caps. 75 cm high, 142 cm wide, 91 cm deep
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A French envelope folding games table, late 19th century, the outward folding leaves opening to a felted games table, with marquetry decoration overall, standing on four turned legs united with a cross stretcher, 70 cm high, 56 cm wide, 56 cm deep
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A small set of folding fruitwood library steps, circa 1820, of typical form, incorporating four steps. 77 cm high, 37.5 cm wide, 73 cm deep. Provenance: Purchased from John Wilson Antiques, Melbourne.
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A Napoleon III ebonised and marquetry bed, circa 1880, the ebonised headboard, footboard and sides decorated with marquetry floral sprays, cornucopias, festoons, and scrolling leaves, 138 cm high, 163 cm wide, 212 cm deep
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A Continental oak and metal bound trunk, 19th century, the domed lid opening to a bare interior, the whole applied with decorative metal strapping and elaborate metalwork escutcheon, heavy iron pull handles to the sides, raised on wooden wheels enclosed by a shaped apron, 81 cm high, 121 cm long, 63 cm wide
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A pair of Louis XIV style armchairs, 19th century, covered in red studded upholstery, the arms terminating in acanthus scrolls, and standing on spiral carved legs and stretchers, 119 cm high, 63 cm wide, 60 cm deep
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A French provincial style oak dining table, 20th century, the plank top with chamfered corners, above a single drawer to one end, standing on square tapered legs. 77 cm high, 245 cm long, 95 cm wide
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A Biedermeier walnut chest of drawers, circa 1820, of rectangular form with a chamfered front and book matched veneer, incorporating six drawers, standing on square tapered feet, 147 cm high, 85 cm wide, 47 cm deep
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A Biedermeier walnut sewing table, circa 1820, of rectangular form, the top with rounded corners featuring a single drawer, raised upon columnar pedestals, united with a stretcher, 76 cm high, 62 cm wide, 46 cm deep
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A Biedermeier walnut architectural secretaire abattant, circa 1820, the arched pediment top incorporating a drop-down compartment, above a stepped cornice and frieze drawer. The fall front enclosing an arrangement of drawers, pigeonholes, and an architectural reserve with a marquetry floor, with ebonised features, above three large lower drawers, standing on square cut feet, 178 cm high, 82 cm wide, 44 cm deep
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An Italian crystal basket chandelier, 20th century, of basket form, the shaft supporting six lights, heavily adorned with crystal lustres, 77 cm high, 40 cm deep
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An Italian five branch chandelier, mid 20th century, the chrome shaft supporting a basket, with three graduated tiers of lustres, emanating five chrome 'S' form branches, adorned with crystal lustres, 95 cm high (to canopy), 90 cm diameter. Provenance: purchased from Pharaohs antiques, Melbourne
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A Murano twelve branch chandelier, 20th century, comprising twelve emanating scroll branches adorned with smoked crystal lustres, 90 cm high (to canopy), 64 cm diameter. Provenance: purchased from Jean Pierre Heurteau design
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A 'Poissons' opalescent bowl, by Rene Lalique, circa 1940s, moulded with a repeating fish motif, stamped R. Lalique/France to base, 9 cm high, 24 cm diameter
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A 'Poissons' opalescent platter, by Rene Lalique, circa 1940s, moulded with a repeating fish motif, stamped R. Lalique/France to base, 32 cm diameter
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A set of German silver plates, Hanau, circa 1910, comprising six small plates and a larger platter, all with embossed and chased decoration, the platter bearing the mark of Friedrich Reusswig, 2096gms total weight, platter 25.2 cm diameter, plates 20 cm diameter
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A matched set of two graduated Italian silver pitchers, Rino Greggio, Padua, second half 20th century, of baluster form, on circular feet, the larger having a lightly beaten finish, applied with scroll handles, and egg and dart bands to the shoulders and feet. Hallmarked to base. 567gms silver, 24 cm and 18 cm high
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A three piece Danish silver tea set, by Carl M. Cohr, Fredericia, circa 1935, comprising a tea pot, creamer and sugar bowl, all of baluster form, each raised on a moulded foot, with assayer's mark Johannes Siggaard to base. 864gms silver, teapot 25 cm high
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A Murano opalescent glass chandelier, 20th century, the ball and baluster shaft supporting a bowl, emanating six 'S' form branches with alternating leaves, below alternating flowers and leaves, with pink accents, 86 cm high (from canopy), 85 cm diameter
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A Murano glass chandelier, 20th century, the ball and baluster shaft supporting a bowl, emanating five 'S' form branches, with alternating flowers, with ruby glass accents and gold inclusions, 65 cm high (from canopy), 80 cm diameter
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A Murano opalescent glass chandelier, 20th century, the ball and baluster shaft supporting a bowl, emanating six 'S' form branches, below alternating flowers and leaves, with pink accents, 73 cm high (from the canopy), 65 cm diameter
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A Murano glass chandelier, 20th century, the ball and baluster shaft, supporting a bowl emanating eight twist 'S' form branches, with alternating leaves, below alternating flowers and leaves, applied with amber glass accents, 90 cm high (from canopy), 84 cm diameter
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A Murano Opalscent glass chandelier, 20th century, the ball and baluster shaft supporting a bowl, emanating six 'S' form branches with alternating leaves, below alternating flowers and leaves, with pink accents, 84 cm high (from the canopy), 85 cm deep
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A Venetian glass chandelier, 20th century, the ball and baluster shaft, supporting a bowl emanating six twist branches, with alternating scrolls, adorned with grape bunch plaquettes, featuring gold inclusion bowl and bobeches, 103 cm high (from top scrolls), 95 cm deep
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A Queen Anne Britannia silver coffee pot, by Nathaniel lock, London, circa 1705, of typical tapering form, profusely embossed and chased with flowers, scrolls, and leaves, and a mask to the base of the spout. Bearing the London lion head city mark and maker's mark to the lid, date mark to the upper body, two unidentified hallmarks to the spout, possibly import marks, engraved with the Pilkington family crest. 637gms Britannia silver (including handle), 23 cm high, other notes: it is said that a Pilkington…
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A William IV sterling silver coffee pot, by John Edward Terrey & Co, London, circa 1830, of tapered form with ribbing, the whole profusely embossed and chased with acanthus leaves and flowers, raised upon four claw feet, engraved with the Pilkington family crest. 832gms sterling silver, 23.5 cm high, other notes: it is said that a Pilkington who fought under King Harold at the battle of Hastings in AD1066, afterwards escaped under the disguise of a thresher or a mower, hence the crest's thresher emblem.…
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A George IV sterling silver three piece tea set, by Rebecca Emes & Edw. Barnard I, London, circa 1822, comprising a teapot, creamer, and sugar bowl, all with profusely embossed, chased floral and acanthus leaf decoration. The sugar bowl and creamer with gilt washed interiors, all raised upon shell feet, and engraved with the Pilkington family crest. 1533gms sterling silver, teapot 14.5 cm high, 30 cm long, 16.5 cm wide, other notes: it is said that a Pilkington who fought under King Harold at the battle of…
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A pair of George III sterling silver sauce boats, London, circa 1765, of typical form, with gadrooned edges, scroll acanthus handles, embossed flowers and scrolls, raised upon three shell feet, hallmarks partially rubbed, engraved with the Pilkington family crest. 644gms sterling silver, each 12 cm high, 18 cm long, 9 cm wide, other notes: it is said that a Pilkington who fought under King Harold at the battle of Hastings in AD1066, afterwards escaped under the disguise of a thresher or a mower, hence the…
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A Victorian sterling silver hunting themed tankard, by Joseph Rogers, Sheffield, circa 1852, of cylindrical form, the subtly domed hinged lid with leaf formed thumb piece, incorporating a tusk handle, and to the lower body an embossed band depicting a hunting scene. Stamped 1 pint to base. 406gms sterling silver (including tusk), 15.5 cm high, 16.5 cm wide (spout to handle)
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A George III sterling silver tea caddy, by John Emes, London, circa 1799, of ovoid form, with a domed hinged cover opening to a divided interior, the engraved frieze of floral design, above an engraved wreath and lower band of leaves and twigs. 428gms sterling silver, 17 cm high, 14 cm wide, 9.5 cm deep
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A George II sterling silver castor, attributed to Paul de Lamerie, London, circa 1738, with a foliate pierced and cast cover, above a tapering body cast to the centre with mask heads and strap work, on a spreading foot, (solder repairs), 388gms sterling silver, 18 cm high, other notes: for an example of identical design, see Sotheby's - important silver and Vertu, Olympia, London, 27 November 2001, lot 93
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A George III sterling silver footed monteith, probably by David Whyte, London, circa 1760-1770, the shaped border applied with a cast and chased scroll border with shells at intervals above chased scrollwork, on a stepped circular foot, 622 gms sterling silver, 15 cm high, 18 cm diameter
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A Victorian sterling silver four piece tea and coffee service, by Joseph Angell Jr, London, circa 1849, in the Gothic revival manner, comprising a coffee pot, teapot, creamer and sugar bowl, the creamer and sugar bowl with gilt washed interiors, all with embossed and chased decoration and standing on scroll feet, 2372gms sterling silver, coffee pot 31 cm high, teapot 22.5 cm high
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A Victorian sterling silver Cellini pattern ewer, by Creswick & Co., Sheffield, circa 1865, of typical form, decorated with chased and embossed masks, animals, strap-work and flutes, incorporating a hinged cover, 1058gms sterling silver, 30 cm high
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A George III sterling silver hot water jug, by Henry Greenway, London, circa 1775, of classical urn form, decorated with applied garland with central patera, flanked by a 'S' form handle with cane covering. Bearing the Brodie coat of arms to the neck. With original label from Fyfe's Antiques, Edinburgh. 952gms sterling silver (including handle), 34.5 cm high, 15.5 cm wide (including handle), other notes: for a similar example see Sotheby's Australia, the Connoisseur's collection, October 30 2007, lot 420
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A pair of George III sterling silver salt cellars, by Solomon Hougham, London, circa 1798, each in the boat-shaped neoclassical style, with stepped plain bodies with reeded borders and twin handles. 152gms sterling silver, 7.5 cm high, 14 cm wide, 6.5 cm deep
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An Arts & Crafts sterling silver sugar bowl, by Omar Ramsden, London, dated 1939, of compressed ovoid form, the hand-beaten body applied with scroll handles, raised on a stepped foot, inscribed to base 'Omar Ramsden Me Fecit', 184gms sterling silver, 9.5 cm high, 13.5 cm wide, 6 cm deep
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A suite of sterling silver Kings pattern flatware, by Martin, Hall & Co., Sheffield, circa 1919-1920, comprising six main forks, eight main knives, six dessert spoons, five entree forks, eight entree knives, and seven serving spoons, 2805 gms total weight, serving spoons 22.5 cm long
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A sterling silver flatware suite, by Carrington & Co., London, circa 1964, comprising twelve dinner knives, twelve dinner forks, twelve entree forks, twelve entree knives, twelve fish knives, twelve fish forks, twelve soup spoons, twelve dessert spoons, twelve tea spoons, two sauce ladles, and four serving spoons. 6800gms total weight, serving spoons 20 cm long
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An antique mahogany microscope cabinet, early 20th century, the fitted compartment containing a Creichert Wien microscope, adjoining a glazed single door cabinet containing microscope lenses, above two drawers containing various laboratory accessories, 48 cm high, 58 cm wide,18.5 cm deep
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A mahogany sideboard in the Georgian manner, mid 19th century, the top incorporating recessed slide drawers, above a central bow front drawer, with ebonised stringing, flanked by reeded cabinets with drawers and cellarette, standing on fluted legs, 112 cm high, 208 cm long, 67 cm deep
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A George II mahogany longcase clock, by James Nicol Canongate, the 12' dial with moon phase and makers inscription to the arch, with Roman and Arabic numerals, subsidiary seconds dial and date aperture, twin train movement striking a bell, enclosed by a pagoda shaped hood and pierced fretwork detail, above an arched trunk door on box base, apron and bracket feet, 235 cm high
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A Welsh oak dresser, 18th century, the moulded cornice above a plate rack comprising three shelves, raised on a base of five frieze drawers upon baluster supports, above a pot cupboard. 210 cm high, 180 cm wide, 43 cm deep
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Two English flower dumps, early 19th century, of ovoid form, one with four flowers and air bubble inclusions, the other with a large flower and air bubble above smaller flowers and a pot, tallest 15 cm high
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Two rare English dumps with Sulphide Inclusions, early 19th century, both of ovoid form, one featuring a figure seated on an elephant, the other of Queen Alexandra, tallest 11 cm high
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Two rare English flower dumps, early 19th century, one of globular form with flour blue pigment petals around a central air bubble set within a large pot, the other with alternating foil and blue pigmented petals around a central air bubble, above six smaller flowers and a pot, tallest 10 cm high
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Two English bubble dumps, early 19th century, of ovoid form, each with air bubble inclusions, tallest 14 cm high
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An English bracket clock, 18th century, the double fusee, verge escapement, silent strike, lever on dial, housed in an ebonised case with a brass bow finial, above an inverted bell top and moulded cornice. The arched brass dial with chapter ring and subsidiary calendar, Roman and Arabic numerals, decorated with gilded 'C' scrolls, standing on bracket feet. 53 cm high, 31 cm wide. Provenance: an old private Melbourne collection
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A Luxurious Georgian style upholstered wingback armchair, early 20th century, of typical design, the plush upholstery pattern reminiscent of a blue ringed octopus, with a down filled seat cushion, standing on ball and claw front feet, 120 cm high, 79 cm wide, 71 cm deep
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A Gothic oak console table, early 19th century, of rectangular form, the top with chamfered front corners and moulded edges above a Gothic frieze of quatrefoils, raised on carved tracery supports, united with a stretcher. 77 cm high, 142 cm wide, 60 cm deep
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A Georgian mahogany extension dining table, early 19th century, the rectangular top with rounded corners, incorporating two spare leaves, standing on ring turned legs. The table ends also as optional consoles. 77 cm high, 209 cm long (fully extended), 107.5 cm wide
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A Regency mahogany breakfront sideboard, circa 1815, the shaped and crossbanded breakfront top above a single frieze drawer and an arched apron, with flanking bow front cellarette drawer and cupboard door, raised on turned and fluted legs, applied with brass lion mask handles. 94 cm high, 143.5 cm wide, 64 cm deep. Provenance: purchased from Leonard Joel, November 16, 2004
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A set of four Anglo-Indian dining chairs, mid 19th century, the carved scroll crest rail and foliate splat, above velvet seats, standing on turned legs on castors. 90 cm high
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A Victorian carved console table, late 19th century, the breakfront top with moulded edging, above a frieze, raised upon fluted front legs with lion head masks. 81 cm high, 182 cm long, 61 cm deep
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A Victorian rosewood breakfast table, mid 19th century, the circular flip top with a moulded edge, raised upon a pedestal with a carved tri-legged base on castors, 71 cm high, 129 cm diameter
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A Lectern, of Australian interest, of typical design, standing on two turned baluster supports, 103 cm high, 67 cm wide, 77 cm deep
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A large Victorian mahogany open bookcase, 19th century, the moulded cornice, above a three sectional open bookcase, and a lower cabinet with a central open bookcase flanked by doors enclosing shelves, raised on a moulded plinth base. 240 cm high, 304 cm wide, 43 cm deep
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A Regency mahogany carver, circa 1815, the gadrooned crest rail terminating with scroll acanthus leaves, above a carved foliate back rail, scroll arms, and a tapestry seat, standing on out swept legs, 86 cm high
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Admiral Horatio Nelson, an autographed letter, dated 1803, headed 'Merton March 7th 1803', the recipient Matthew Nelson Esq, bearing the Brittania watermark, signed 'Nelson & Bronte'. The letter continuing over to verso of the paper. Accompanied with Notes on provenance together with correspondence from Sotheby's. The letter reads: Dear Sir, a turkey and two hares are received at Merton and from the name of Math. W Nelson being upon one of the directions I leave to return you my sincere thanks for them.…
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A large pair of Royal Doulton vases, designed by Bessie Newbery, circa 1910, of compressed baluster form, each painted with a repeating floral design, the initials 'Bn' inscribed to base. 35 cm high, 32 cm diameter
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A Moorcroft pomegranate vase, circa 1920, of baluster form, the body painted with pomegranates, leaves and berries against a deep olive ground. 31 cm high
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A set of six William IV style chairs, 19th century, comprising two carvers and four dining chairs, each with a gadrooned crest rail terminating with scroll acanthus leaves, above a carved foliate back rail, and a drop in seat covered in blue striped upholstery, standing on out swept legs. 92 cm high
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A Victorian leather inset desk, 19th century, the rectangular top inset with a green leather writing surface, and inset with three drawers, all raised on four tapering legs. 77 cm high, 152 cm wide, 84 cm deep
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A pair of matching mahogany bookcase cabinets, 19th century, each of compact proportions, the upper body with two glazed doors, above a lower body with two panelled doors. 196 cm high, 90 cm wide, 47 cm deep
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A Greek / Hellenistic gilt bronze plaque, Eastern Provinces, circa 300 B.C. The front surface with an image of Hercules fighting the Nemean lion, mounted onto a wooden panel and incorporated base. The plaque 14 cm x 5.3 cm, other notes: after this famous mythological battle images of Hercules always depicted him wearing the, lion skin
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A fine Egyptian pale Azure glazed faience Ushabti, late period, circa 660 to 330 B.C. Of classic form, the front lower surface with horizontal bands of hieroglyphs. 13.5 cm high, 16 cm total height
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An Egyptian Limestone Ushabti figure, late New Kingdom, circa 12th century B.C. Lower torso absent, mounted on a rectangular wooden base, 11.5 cm high, 23 cm total height. Provenance: Ex Arte Primitivo, New York, December 22, 2000, lot 434.
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An Egyptian Coptic wooden hair comb, circa 5th to 6th century A.D. Mounted on a custom perspex stand, 25 cm high, 9 cm wide, 31 cm total height. Provenance: Ex Hassan Fazelli, Uae collection
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An Egyptian Limestone Canopic votive jar, late period, circa 600 to 300 B.C. The lid in the form of Hapy / Hapi the protector of the lungs. 31.5 cm high
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A Sassanian lapis bezel set in a modern 18 carat mount, the bezel circa 4th to 6th century A.D., Persia, the antique bezel engraved with a zebu bull, set within a 20th century mount. Total weight: 1.92 grams, U.S. Ring size: 8 1/2
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A fine Roman gold with glass bezel ring, Levant, circa 2nd to 4th century A.D. Weight: 3.9 grams, U.S. Ring size: 1
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A finely moulded terracotta Tanagra figure, circa 3rd century B.C, the face rendered with naturalistic details, her long flowing drapery showing traces of stucco and blue pigment decoration. Together with certificate of authenticity from B.C Galleries. 28 cm high
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An Egyptian glass bead set in a modern gold pendant, the bead Mamluk period (1250-1517), the shaped pendant set with a single antique bead to the centre, the pendant 5.5 cm high, 5 cm wide. The bead 1 cm wide
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A Persian glass pendant, Seljuk period, 10th century BC, the shaped pendant with central circular motifs and a single intergral loop handle. 5.5 cm high, 4.5 cm wide, 1.5 cm deep
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A Gnathian Ware Epiphysis, circa 4th century BC, of baluster form with an elongated spout and arched handle with lions head masks applied to sides. Boldely decorated to body. 20 cm high
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A large Egyptian wooden sarcophagus panel fragment, late period, 525-332 B.C, the upper portion of the fragment shows the outstretched wings of the goddess Mut; the lower portion shows the image of an unidentified goddess; the hieroglyphic text reads 'Mut-Isis_Osiris... Lord of the Westerners...' Nicely set within a box frame. Together with certificate of authenticity from B.C Galleries. The panel 82.5 cm x 30 cm. The frame 105.5 cm x 52.5 cm. Provenance: purchased from BC Galleries, February 2001
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A Keichousaurus fossil, late Triassic period, Xing Yi, Guizhou Province, the sedimentary rock exhibiting a well preserved fossil. 30 cm high, 18 cm wide, 1 cm deep at thickest point
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A large Japanese studio celadon vase, by Suwa Sozan II (1890-1977), circa 1930S, the large baluster vase decorated in low relief and inlaid slips with phoenixes in flight and peonies. Impressed two character mark to the base, together with the original hardwood stand, 43.5 cm high, 30 cm diameter
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A pair of Japanese gilt wood temple lotus flower vases, Edo period (1603-1912), 19th century, the finely carved and gilded lotus flowers and leaves with raised gesso details, fitted into gilt wood vases. Each 77 cm high, 45 cm wide
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A Chinese hardwood Kang table, Qing Dynasty (1644-1912), 19th/Early 20th century, with finely carved beading and lines, covered in the original deep brown lacquer finish. 29 cm high, 82 cm wide, 45 cm deep
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A Japanese Keyaki Tokonoma stand, Meiji period (1868-1912), 19th century, for use in a traditional Japanese tokonoma alcove in a tea room or other setting, fashioned from large keyaki (Japanese elm) boards with natural branch pillars at either end. 51 cm high, 158 cm wide, 32 cm deep
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A Japanese natural wood and lacquer cake dish, Edo period, 19th century, the naturalistic wood bowl with pewter and gold lacquer Rimpa style cranes in flight. 9.5 cm high, 35 cm diameter (irregular)
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