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Sale 12
Manuscript and Collectibles Auction
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Lot 843 |
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A Scrumptious Silver Case, with Dancing Maenad. Russia, c. 1900-1915. The case is a narrow rectangle, with rounded edges and corners, and spring button catch. On the top a maeanad, nude (with a truly fine figure), stands twisted around, with arm raised, lost in the ecstasy of music and dance. Her hair is loose and disheveled, while she holds a tambourine in raised hand, and a double flute in the other. Around her are emblems of music and fertile vegetation. The interior with most of gilding within. Hallmarks are: oval with classical female head right, and 84. Maker's marks, LP, within rectangle. The button catch is in silver. Size: 4-1/4 x 3-1/8 x 7/16." In choice condition, with very handsome toning to the scene on the lid. A delightful objet d'art. Be prepared to fight for this one. These mildly "erotic" cases all always very popular.
Estimated Value $500 - 650.
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Lot 844 |
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Another Case with an Elegant Equestrian Motif. Russia, c. 1900-1915. The case is a narrow rectangle, with rounded edges and corners, and spring button catch. An apparently famous statue group is reproduced on the lid. Classically inspired, a nude youth, in a striding pose left, restrains the rearing horse at his side. A wild animal's pelt serves as the horse's riding blanket. The pair stand on a low plinth. Hallmarks are: key-shaped incuse with classical female head right, and 875. Maker's marks, DMYu5, also within key-shaped incuse; and MET on spring. The button catch is set with deep red glass, suggesting a fine ruby. Size: 4-1/4 x 3-3/8 x 3/4." A little rubbing in the lid's fields, otherwise exceptionally handsome, with attractive toning. A classic!
Estimated Value $425 - 525.
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Lot 845 |
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Another Fine Case, with an Exotic Depiction of an Elephant. Russia, c. 1900-1915. The case is a narrow rectangle, with rounded edges and corners, and spring button catch. The elephant stands free, facing left. The creature stands on trampled ground, its shelter in shambles about its feet, while its restraining chain lies loose and away from it. Hallmarks are: oval with classical female head right, and 84. Maker's marks, SL1, within narrow oval. The button catch set with an "amethyst," in handsome violet glass. On the under side of the case, at the corner, two conjoined initials in gold have been attached -- "CA" in an arabesque of sinuous foliate forms. Size: 4-1/2 x 3-1/2 x 5/8." In choice condition, with very handsome toning to the scene on the lid. Excellent work, and something different for the jaded eye!
Estimated Value $425 - 500.
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Lot 846 |
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Hand-Painted Stamp Box. Wood stamp box, 3¾ x 2½ x 1", late 19th century. Japanese-influenced black and gold lacquer work on the sides and bottom of the box is in very good condition, with scattered scratches throughout and minor wear at the corners (as one would expect). The box is distinguished by a beautiful hand-painted oil portrait on the lid. The expected crazing, some noticeable wear at the corners and a small scratch at the back of our subject's head do not detract from the beauty of the piece. Overall, very good condition.
The lovely, dark-haired woman in the portrait is seated, with a small mirror in her hand. Garbed in white and green, with fresh flowers in her hair, there is a serene, thoughtful expression on the face of the sitter.The gown and hair style pictured indicate a mid-19th century date, while the lacquer work points to slightly later manufacture. Regardless of time period, this is a lovely piece of 19th century craftsmanship, in a format that is seldom seen in such good condition.
Estimated Value $300 - 400.
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$173 |
Lot 847 |
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Neatly Crafted Inro with Fish Motif. Japan, probably Meiji Period, c. late 19th century. The inro, a little multi-tiered box, was in essence an external "pocket" that was tied to the ancient and venerable (and pocketless) garment of old Japan, the kimono. This one, built up from layers and layers of black lacquer, consists of two oval stackable boxes and a lid -- the lower box divided into two. Each side with a finely painted traditional Japanese motif in red, gray-brown, and gold: one with a large carp in leaf-lined basket; the other a sprig of branch with fruit, leaves, and berries. Accoutrements to the inro are the ojime, a segmented bead in ivory to cinch the box shut; and the netsuke, a carved ivory square with radiating ribbing, which held the box to the garment. The inro with some age cracks and a repair. The ivories all very fine, with choice golden patina from use and age. Inro height: 2-1/2". A pleasing example of this Japanese art form. The fish rendering alone, makes this one a catch!
Estimated Value $250 - 300.
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$150 |
Lot 848 |
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Seven Pieces of Ornately Carved Jade. Seven beautiful pieces of jade, one wooden stand and one lined box (holds the feline seal). Three medallion shaped pieces, one tablet shape, one butterfly shape, one repaired flat piece, one feline atop a block of stone with incised seal at bottom. As a group, this attractive lot is in very good condition.
Estimated Value $300 - 500.
Ex: Superior Galleries, November 1997.
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$357 |
Lot 849 |
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Writing Box. Late 18th -- Early 19th century. 10½ x 10½ x 8" European crafted writing box. Beautifully grained wood outside and in; a wonderful combination that includes boxwood, european pine and mahogany. Edges traced in dark inlay. Leather lined writing surface, some repair necessary. The wood has been professionally restored to its former glory and this piece recalls the day of leisurely travel and adventures in an expanding world. A graceful piece for a graceful age, so much more elegant than a Palm Pilot!
Estimated Value $500 - 700.
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$288 |
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