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Click here to subscribeA Worcester cabinet plate, circa 1770, decorated in the Lady Mary Wortley Montagu pattern, painted in the London atelier of James Giles with panels of exotic birds around a central floral roundel, reserved within gilt scroll borders on a blue scale ground, pseudo-Chinese mark, 22.5cm diameterIn good condition - just some minor gilt wear and a nick on the rim.
A collection of six Chinese and Japanese scrolls, 20th century, on various subjects including flowers, plants and animals, a parade scene, or a calligraphy work, ink and colour on paper (6) Condition ReportAll with creasing marks. The ink painting of flowers with some area with staining and dirt marks and a small hole found on the mounting paper; 145 x 39 cm.The ink hanging scroll of persimmon with a shou character, a small dirt mark on the lower left of the painting, rod damaged; 30 x 51 cm.The painting with rock, flowers and fishes, some area with staining and dirt marks, 107 x 44.5 cm.The painting with parade scene, some area with staining and dirt marks, 32 x 124 cm.The calligraphy, with a damaged rod falling apart from the painting, 77 x 42.The Japanese painting of flowers and plants under the moon, some area with staining and dirt marks and the mounting paper, 32 x 124 cm.
A Chinese celadon glazed and carved large moonflask, Qing Dynasty, 18th century, of soft jade colour, carved in low relief with a broad classic lotus meander, S scroll shoulder handles, leaf tips encircling the neck, ruyi head repeat collar and also to the oval foot48.5 x 38cmProvenance:Property of an English GentlemanFiring cracks in foot extending to the body - fine cracks emanating from this crack. Very slight crazing and a small area of slight discolouration to the body
A Chinese hardwood stand the rectangular top with marble insert, above a pierced carved frieze, the undertier with scroll carving, on moulded legs, 41cm wide, 30cm deep, 80cm highAll over fair condition. Joint require stabilising. Stone top scuffed. Inconsistently faded. Light watermarks, scuff and wear commensurate with age and use
Royal Doulton porcelain figurine titled Confucius, model HN3314, presented in the rich red flambe glaze. This striking figure portrays the ancient Chinese philosopher Confucius standing with a scroll in hand, embodying wisdom and scholarly dignity. Designed by Peter Gee and issued in 1991 as part of Royal Doulton's Prestige Collection, this piece showcases the dramatic, high-gloss flambe technique, a signature of Royal Doulton's finest limited production works. The base bears the Royal Doulton backstamp and model number HN3314.Artist: Peter GeeIssued: 1990 - 1995Dimensions: 9.25"HCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.
A fine quality 19th Century giltwood Chinese Chippendale design compartmental Overmantel, the central cartouche depicting Oriental Man with hat, issuing scroll and leaf decoration with Ho Ho Birds either side above a large center mirror and two smaller mirrors divided by decorative pillars, on a conforming base, approx. 97cms x 178cms (38" x 70"). (1)
An attractive large 19th Century Chinese Famille Verte Plate, depicting an interior with figures, approx. 32cms (12 1/2") diameter; together with a pair of 19th Century Japanese Plates decorated with floral border with central panel depicting figure on boat, each approx. 18cms (7") diameter; also a 19th Century attractive leaf shaped 19th Century Chinese Dish with floral border on short scroll legs. (4)
1st Chinese or Weihaiwei Regiment cap badge c. 1898-1906. Good scarce British made die-stamped brass representation of a city gate of Tiantsin on with tablet TIENTSIN resting on scroll 1ST CHINESE REGIMENT. Three Chinese characters over the gateway. Loops. VGC Formed in 1898 under the command of Lt. Col. Hamilton Bower. Members fought in Boxer Rebellion. Disbanded 1907. Payment by Bank Transfer ONLY
A CHINESE ELM ALTAR TABLE Scroll ends and carved, shaped apron, raised on rectangular supports L 213 D 40 H 85cm This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration. Ownership Statement: This item is offered for sale without disclosing the identity of the owner.
A large Chinese archaistic style bronze incense burner or censer, probably 19th century - with twin pierced scroll handles and beast mask tripod feet, the waisted body decorated with shou symbols, dark green patination throughout, 26cm handle-to-handle, 12.8cm high. (rectangular hole and similar patched repair to base)
A CHINESE HARDWOOD JARDINIERE STAND, late 19th century, the oblong top inset with rouge marble, pierced frieze, raised on scroll carved square legs joined by an undershelf, on paw feet, 16 1/4" w x 12 1/2" d x 31 3/4" h (Est. plus 24% premium inc. VAT) Condition Report: Structurally sound, marble intact, slight wear to edges of top.
A Chinese Bronze Bombe Two-Handled Tripod Censer, 17th/18th Century, with chilong dragon handles, the rim with a band of ruyi-heads, on tripod feet, 4.25ins (11cm) diameter x 7.125ins (18cm) high, the base cast with an apocryphal six-character mark of Xuande Weight 1150g. Light surface wear to patination and scattered light surface scratches. Small patch of white on one of the scroll - appears this can be removed. Please refer to images.
A Chinese Doucai ‘Lotus Flower’ Porcelain Bowl, painted with five lotus flowers on a meandering scroll ground, 5ins (12.7cm) diameter x 2.25ins (5.6cm) high, with apocryphal Qianlong seal mark in underglaze-blue Appears to be in good condition. Minor scattered pitting to the enamel in the centre of the bowl. Glaze on the underside is pitted.
A Late 19th/Early 20th Century Mahogany Display Cabinet on Stand, of "Chinese Chippendale" Design, the upper part with cornice carved and fretted with moulded leaf scrolls and with turned finials to corners, blind fret carved frieze, fitted three shelves enclosed by conforming glass doors, the base with carved edge, outswept fluted frieze, on square moulded legs with double C scroll stretchers, and rectangular undertier, 52ins wide x 22ins deep x 96.5ins high
A Chinese Bronze ‘Longeivity and Lotus’ Two-Handled Censer, 17th Century, of cylindrical form, with lotus scroll border to rim, lion-dog handles, the body inlaid in silver with twenty-five archaistic characters, one highlighted in gilt, above a lotus-petal border, 6ins (15cm) diameter x 4.125 ins(10.5cm) high, the base with an apocryphal cast six-character mark of Xuande Weight 1370g. Light rubbing to surface patination and inlay. There is a small patch on the rim with a white residue - it appears this will come off. Please refer to images.
A Worcester Porcelain Teapot and Cover, circa 1770, of small proportions, painted in polychrome enamels with Chinese figures within red and gilt scroll borders 14cm high Another Example, decorated in the same pattern 13cm high (4) Both with slight repair to the knops.Larger with some spout chips.Smaller with spout repair.
A traditional Chinese hanging scroll featuring a dynamic woven threading of a horse, applied on brocade fabric with a paper surface backing. The horse is depicted mid-stride in an expressive, fluid style emblematic of classical Chinese equine art. Distinctively, the calligraphic characters are finely embroidered directly onto the paper backing rather than painted, adding a tactile, dimensional quality to the composition. Artist seals and inscriptions are present, contributing to the aesthetic and cultural depth of the work.Dimensions: 17"W x 67"HCondition: Age related wear.
Chinese stained wood plant stand, the rectangular incised top with bird, and cheery blossoms, carved frieze above foliate and floral carved decoration of lotus flowers on fish scale carved scroll legs with platform stretcher Dimensions: Height: 78cm Length/Width: 46cm Depth/Diameter: 38cmCondition Report:Crack to the top
A large and richly decorated porcelain charger featuring a vibrant relief design of birds among flowering branches, framed by multiple ornate borders. The central medallion depicts colorful birds perched and in flight amid detailed peony blossoms and foliage, with raised enamel accents outlined in gilt. The decoration features raised gilt enamel outlining over a molded design, creating a textured, relief-style effect that adds dimension and visual interest. The outer border includes alternating panels of black and red ground with additional floral and scroll motifs, enhanced by subtle crackle detailing. The underside bears a red Qianlong-style mark along with a printed warning: For Decorative Purposes Only. Not for Food Use. Article May Poison Food, indicating it is a modern decorative reproduction in the traditional Chinese style.Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: 12" dia. Condition: Age related wear.
AFTER YU XING (1692 - 1767), FIGURAL SCROLL, 20TH CENTURY ink and colour on paper, depicting three figures in a naturalisic setting seated by a table, with two further onlookers by a tree, bearing Chinese text (partly translating to "When asked what I meant, Yang Bishan smiled but did not answer. My heart was in the lake. Peach blossums and flowing water left me. There was another world, not the human world") as well as four seals to the main image and border, contained within a cylindrical scroll box, this also bearing Chinese text, part translating to 'Replublic of China' 'National Palace Museum'. Along with a reproduction scroll with calligraphy to a yellow groundFor a similar scroll by Yu Xing, see the following link for The Metropolitan Museum Of Art: https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/51777 Yu Xing scroll: image size 124.5cm long x 60cm wide, 203cm long x 91cm wide (baton end) Qty: 2 Provenance: Bought by the vendor in the early 2000s in Taiwan, by repute. Additional images with natural light have been added to the website
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