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Antiques, Vintage & Collectables (Section 3)

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ID - 480316 - A William Ricketts (1898-1993, Australian), earthenware relief portrait, signed 'W M Ricketts' to base, AF, minor scratches
14cm

ID - 480317 - A striking Romago Design (Swiss) quartz 'Mirror Watch'

Appears as new and untested in original packaging with instruction manual and purchase card in box, dial:

ID - 480318 - A large and impressive carved ivory tusk, attributed to the Vili people of the Loango Coast, Kongo, 19th century; featuring a layered scenes of figures in procession, interacting, bartering, and holding one another, with a silver tone cuff to base

Very good condition; some yellowing appropriate to age, some rubbed in blackening presumably applied to raise the details, some cracks and loss to end of tusk below cuff, velvet rope tied to body

These pieces were typically carved for the purposes of trade with French and Belgian merchants in the area, with many featuring European inspired scenes. For similar examples, see 2022.516.1 & 2022.516.2 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art; and a 'Loango, West African, Kongo Peoples Carved Ivory Tusk' sold at Finch & Co., plus others at the Walters and Brooklyn Art Museums

ID - 480319 - Two pieces of gilt ruby glass, including a Venetian dish with signature to base, and a small pedestal vase with frilled edge and twist stem

Vase:

ID - 480320 - A large Beswick England classic brown foal with head down, featuring matt finish

In good condition with original Beswick tag

ID - 480321 - A striking silver trinket dish, with a beautiful central repousse motif of a peacock and palm etched border with ruffled edge, attr. Indian, possibly Lucknow colonial silver

No marks present; vendor reports tested as .925 silver
Total weight approx. 39.16g

ID - 480322 - An assortment of Japanese Invasion paper banknotes, including a Dutch East Indies ten cent gulden note and three Oceanian notes including two one shilling notes and a ten shilling note

In various conditions, overall good to very good

ID - 480323 - A beautiful Nao By Lladro Angora Cat '0113', (c.1977- 1989)featuring a lounging cat, made in Spain,

ID - 480324 - A magnificent antique pair of blonde burl veneered bookshelves, each with a lower lockable cabinet, the doors decorated with recessed detail and fine veneer inlays

Minor wear appropriate to age

ID - 480325 - A Royal Albert (England) 'Serena' bone china tea set, including five trios, a spare cup and side plate, a creamer, a sugar pot and a cake plate

ID - 480326 - A vintage Hermes metal typewriter with portable case, made in Switzerland

In used condition, two keys with damage

ID - 480327 - An antique Ansonia slate mantle clock for restoration

ID - 480328 - A fantastic antique rustic timber wagon wheel, an instant garden statement! with excellent surface patina and timber texture

As found; dimensions approx.:

ID - 480329 - A rare navy Persian Kashan rug, length 328 cm, width 248 cm, Stock No: 200

ID - 480330 - A beautiful rose wood timber circular table and and eight chair set, chairs featuring a beautiful carved flowers and bird cut out, red/gold cushions, table featuring a pedestal base with match carving on the underside boarder and glass top for protection,

In good condition, some sun bleaching

table measured

ID - 480331 - A retro style timber office chair

ID - 480332 - A beautiful timber office desk with carved ribbed design to the side, featuring three drawers and two side spaces,

As found, surface wear

ID - 480333 - A fantastic vintage Hermes (Swiss) 'Baby' typewriter in mint green, with Cyrillic keyboard and early ribbon cover flaps, c.1960s

In excellent overall condition, some minor wear approximate to age; one opening button stiff, includes a copy of an original manual, replaced rope handle

ID - 480334 - A set of four wooden nesting tables with brass inlay and beautiful leaf designs to surface, some scuffs to surface

Largest measured

ID - 480335 - A beautiful tall timber dressing table, featuring a mirror and three drawers,

As found, surface wear

ID - 480336 - Kevin Charles 'Pro' Hart (1928-2006 Australian) 'Old Larloona Woolshed', hand coloured etching, unsigned, vendor supplied certificate of authenticity attached to verso, signed by publisher Robert C Littlewood, The Lytlewode Press, Press Catalogue SERIES 1 Number 13, unsigned printer's proof, edition of one hundred, dimensions of plate margins 12.5 x 17.5 cm

Dimensions of frame

ID - 480337 - Kevin Charles 'Pro' Hart (1928-2006 Australian) 'Card Players', hand etching, black ink with plate tone, unsigned, vendor supplied certificate of authenticity attached to verso, signed by publisher Robert C Littlewood, The Lytlewode Press, Press Catalogue SERIES 1 Number 10, unsigned printer's proof, dimensions of plate margins 15 x 19.5 cm

Dimensions of frame

ID - 480338 - A tall timber eagle lamp with beautiful carved details and a hanging red lantern, with a tassel details

As found, wing in need of repair,

ID - 480339 - A Persian Husseibabad Runner, Length (CM): 290, Width (CM): 106, Stock No: 41

ID - 480340 - A Veg Dye Afghan Chobi, Length (CM): 285, Width (CM): 183, Stock No: 1879

ID - 480341 - Eight charming oak farmhouse style dining chairs, with strong woven seats and cabriole legs with shaped backs and splats

Minor wear to each

ID - 480342 - An Asian style wooden extension dining table with veneered lacquered top, comes with two leaves

Dimensions (not extended):
H: 75 cm, L:183 cm, W: 115 cm
Each leaf: 46 x 115 cm

ID - 480343 - A large vintage Wedgwood & Co (England) 'Orwell' crockery set, including dinner plates, shallow soup plates, a serving platter, trios and more, total 62 pieces

As found two plates cracked and repaired

ID - 480344 - An antique occasional and dining table, with stately lion's paw carved feet and castor wheels, with central extension

Some creasing and chipping to veneer, overall wear appropriate to age
Extension piece: 120cm (L) x 54.5cm (W)
Dimension of table unextended:

ID - 480345 - Frank Lloyd Wright, a Visual Encyclopaedia' large format, hard cover and ' Frank Lloyd Wright, a Gatefold Portfolio', spiral bound with fold out pages

ID - 480346 - A beautiful timber chair with floral pollster and compartment, featuring inlay details

ID - 480347 - A Bronze Horse with a Jockey
marking on base M��ne Weight 4.2Kg


Born in 1810, French artist Pierre Jules Mene was known for his realistic animal sculptures, which were often small figures in bronze

ID - 480348 - A vintage J&G Meakin (Hanley, England) ceramic wash basin and jug set

Tallest:

ID - 480349 - A tall timber set of drawers, featuring six drawers, all lockable

As found, missing key

ID - 480350 - An antique surveyors theodolite by 'Brush & Diamond' of Melbourne. Features inbuilt compass and levels which appear intact and operational. Comes with original timber tripod, accessories, and custom-built timber case. Piece appears near complete and in very good condition for age.
Timber Case dimensions - L: 32cm, W: 29cm, H: 18cm

ID - 480351 - An antique Victorian era nautical sextant by 'Fletcher & Sons', circa mid 19th Century. Features ebony and brass frame with ivory? inlay. Appears to be complete with original scopes and filters intact. Appears in very good condition for age - shows slight weathering to brass and glass piece. Comes in original timber case. Marked '48 Lombard. Stt.' - address of where the piece was made in London.
Sextant measurement - L: 30cm, W: 25cm, H: 10cm
Case Measurements - L: 33cm, W: 31cm, H: 12cm

ID - 480352 - A bold 1930s Art Deco sculpture depicting a leaping antelope, made of spelter and marble figure, in great condition

ID - 480353 - A vintage Pierre Vandel (Paris) designer coffee table, with striking black metal tone with gold detail and bevelled glass inset top, marked to edge

Both with some scuffing, loss to black finish

ID - 480354 - A large vintage hammered copper coal scuttle with lovely 'fleur de lis' on front, and three decorative feet to base, in great condition

ID - 480355 - A pair of stately 1930s armchairs, upholstered in an emerald-teal brocade with arm covers and large timber ball feet, purportedly from the Chifley Rooms at the Hotel Kurrajong, Canberra, where Ben Chifley (b.1885 - d.1951), 16th Prime Minister of Australia, was resident at the hotel for eleven years until his death in 1951

Vendor acquired from previous owners, who purchased from the hotel c.1980s; verbal confirmation from a member Hotel Kurrajong staff suggested they were very likely original to the room at the time of Chifley's stay
Both for reupholstering, stained; springs for repair or adjustment; upholstery not original
Dimensions each:

ID - 480356 - A Pierre Vandel (Paris) designer lamp table, with striking black metal tone with gold detail and bevelled glass inset top, marked to edge

Some scuffing, loss to black finish

ID - 480357 - The Chinese Art Book' published by Phaidon, large format hard cover with dust jacket, in excellent condition

ID - 480358 - A two volume Folio set of Robert Graves 'The Greek Myths' with decorative covers featuring Leda and the Swan, in slipcase

ID - 480359 - A large vintage copper coal scuttle with two handles and embossed design to surface, in great condition

ID - 480360 - A vintage bound wool tartan rug and a vintage yellow checked 80% wool blanket

ID - 480361 - An early 1930s timber coat stand, with original cast metal hooks

Some patina, wear appropriate to age

ID - 480362 - A collection of four purses, including a vintage Glomesh (Australia) one and a likely genuine reptile skin and suede piece

Largest:

ID - 480363 - A fine Persian Tabriz rug, length 292 cm, width 95 cm, Stock No: 178

ID - 480364 - A large and beautiful Chinese rosewood sideboard with carvings of prunus blossoms, with four drawers and two cabinets with flared altar-style sides

ID - 480365 - A pair of large heavy brass altar candle sticks with triangular bases,

ID - 480366 - A gorgeous and heavy 1930s Art Deco sculpture depicting two birds in flight over waves, birds are detachable, made of spelter and marble

ID - 480367 - A tall timber bookshelf with three shelves

ID - 480368 - A 'Wilesca' model of an electrical current

ID - 480369 - An antique look drop flap table, with cavetto like legs and simple form with a single segmented drawer, perfect for cutlery

With wear and tear, dimensions (unfolded):

ID - 480370 - A beautiful antique style desk with carved legs and carved details, featuring two draw

as found one scratch to top

ID - 480371 - Kevin Charles 'Pro' Hart (1928-2006 Australian) 'Two Miners', etching with aquatint, burnt umber ink, unsigned, vendor supplied certificate of authenticity attached to verso, signed by publisher Robert C Littlewood, The Lytlewode Press, Press Catalogue Number 5, unsigned printer's proof, edition of one hundred, dimensions of plate margins 9.5 x 14 cm

Dimensions of frame

ID - 480372 - Seven volumes of Footrot Flats by Murray Bell including a hardcover Collector's edition, plus a Farside cartoon book

ID - 480373 - A stunning early 20th century leadlight cabinet, with beautiful nouveau central panel of a flower with blue, gold, gradient red, and green tones of various textures, blue velvet lined interior shelves, plus an upper drawer with charming pull handles

Some overall wear and scuffing to cabinet, holes to back of cabinet for mounting a back splat, leadlight appears in excellent condition

ID - 480374 - A vintage handmade oak footed box, with hinged lid frame, plus a timber printer's tray and a wooden cutlery canteen

ID - 480375 - A vintage American canvas mail bag, marked 'U.S. MAIL J-10-66 2', with drawstring top and metal clamp

Dimensions approx. when folded flat:

ID - 480376 - A large vintage demijohn in its bespoke wooden crate with hinged lid, sealed with unknown liquid inside

Box measured:

ID - 480377 - A large timber trunk

ID - 480378 - A traditional Russian brass Samovar with wooden handle detailing, originally used to heat/boil water

As found, some oxidization, and wear

ID - 480379 - A rustic vintage leather doctors bag, marked 'W.M.C'

As found, in poor condition

ID - 480380 - A set of six fantastic retro tabbed bowls in flecked yellow, and a large and rare two tone MCP Mingay (Australia) kidney shaped dish on original raised metal stand

Bowls marked 'Y Stoneware, Japan', a hairline crack and small chip plus wear to dish on stand

ID - 480381 - A collection of vintage European postage stamps sorted into three albums, including from Belgium, Spain and Portugal

ID - 480382 - A freestanding sixty-six wrought iron and timber wine rack, marked 'Richmond Grove'

ID - 480383 - A fantastic vintage Gladstone or doctor's bag, likely leather with a fabric lining, with sturdy metal corner clips and push button clasp, monogrammed 'W.J.R.' to front

As found; surface wear and tear and patination to fittings, but appears sturdy overall and would be excellent for restoration!

ID - 480384 - A vintage tweed look square hat travel case with five ladies' hats inside

ID - 480385 - A rustic large timber trunk, lined in cloth

ID - 480386 - A black cast iron bench featuring ornate detailing and solid build

In good condition

ID - 480387 - A vintage timber storage suitcase with nice patina and metal fittings

ID - 480388 - Two large green wooden Goulburn Railway boxes with metal handles

ID - 480389 - A quality antique timber table, with beautiful wood grain quality and sturdy turned legs with ceramic castor wheeled feet, plus an extension leaf with brass turning locks, perfect size for a small kitchen!

Dimensions when unextended: 101cm (W) x 98cm (L) x 70cm (H)
Extension leaf: 98cm (L) x 48cm (W)
Extended dimensions:

ID - 480390 - A vintage woolen Royal Stewart tartan kilt with leather straps and buckles, in beautiful condition

ID - 480391 - A vintage fur stole, likely mink, with embroidered monogram to lining,

As found, appears in excellent condition
Shoulders width measured: 50 cm

ID - 480392 - A good and varied bundle of books for the collector or lover of fine things including 'Art Nouveau in Australia', 'Victorian Ironmongery in Australia' and 'Important Aboriginal Art'

ID - 480393 - A beautiful antique 19th century octagonal occasional table, with simple inlaid veneering on delicate turned legs with a lower shelf and carved open gallery, on castor feet

Minor wear appropriate to age, some scuffing

ID - 480394 - Kevin Charles 'Pro' Hart (1928-2006 Australian) 'The BIC Man', etching with burnished aquatint, black ink, unsigned, vendor supplied certificate of authenticity attached to verso, signed by publisher Robert C Littlewood, The Lytlewode Press, Press Catalogue Number 25, unsigned printer's proof, edition of one hundred, dimensions of plate margins 15 x 10 cm

Dimensions of frame

ID - 480395 - Kevin Charles 'Pro' Hart (1928-2006 Australian) 'Crib Time', etching with burnished aquatint, Prussian Blue ink, unsigned, vendor supplied certificate of authenticity attached to verso, signed by publisher Robert C Littlewood, The Lytlewode Press, Press Catalogue Number 23, unsigned printer's proof, edition of one hundred, dimensions of plate margins 11.5x 9.5 cm

Dimensions of frame

ID - 480396 - Attr. Tessa Furniture, a 'Delmont' fixed wooden armchair with grey upholstery

ID - 480397 - A vintage Aisla Craig, Scotland, 100% pure mohair travel rug in black and white check

ID - 480398 - Iris Godfrey, Australian pastoral scene with house, oil on board, SLR 'IEG', artist name, address and framing label to verso, board partially dislocated from frame

ID - 480399 - A green and blue pure wool tartan kilt made by 'Fletcher Jones', in beautiful condition

ID - 480400 - A vintage two tier wood and woven cane sewing box with padded pink satin lining to both boxes, overall very good condition

ID - 480401 - A Persian Hamadan runner rug, Length (CM): 270, Width (CM): 125, Stock No: 437

ID - 480402 - A six arm pressed glass vintage chandelier with lustres and garlands,

ID - 480403 - 10K Rose Gold, 10.79ct Amethyst and Diamond, Pendant Necklace. The pendant features, one oval cut, reddish purple, Amethyst (10.79ct, minor eye visible inclusions), double claw set. Surrounding the centre in a halo and decorating the chain are, 34 round brilliant cut, Diamonds (0.82ct TDW, J-K colour, SI2-I2 clarity), bead/claw set in White Gold. The necklace has a lobster claw clasp. Necklace length 49cm.

Insurance Valuation Provided by Vendor: $9,190.00
, Code - 8

ID - 480404 - 14K White Gold, Kunzite and Diamond, Halo Drop Earrings. The centres feature, 2 cushion cut, pinkish-purple, Kunzites (13.75ct TSW, eye clean clarity), 4 claw set. Surrounding the centres in halos and decorating the hooks are, 86 round brilliant cut, Diamonds (0.77ct TDW, J-K colour, SI2-I1 clarity), claw set. The earrings have latch backs.

Insurance Valuation Provided by Vendor: $13,270.00
, Code - 3

ID - 480405 - 18K White Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo Pendant. The design features, one oval faceted cut, deep blue, Sapphire (4.95ct, included), claw set. Surrounding the centre in a halo and decorating the bail are, 23 round brilliant cut, Diamonds (0.32ct TDW, H-J colour, SI2-P2 clarity), claw/bead set.

Insurance Valuation Provided by Vendor: $4,970.00
, Code - 2

ID - 480406 - 14K Rose Gold, Pink Cultured Pearl and Diamond, Elegant Ring. The centre features, one near round, light pink with purple overtones, Cultured Pearl. Flanked on either side are, 8 round brilliant cut, Diamonds (0.10ct TDW, G-H colour, SI2-I2 clarity), bead set.

Insurance Valuation Provided by Vendor: $4,860.00
, Code - 7

ID - 480407 - 14K White Gold, Ruby and Diamond, Drop Earrings. The design features, 28 oval cut, purplish-red, Rubies (17.08ct TSW, included), claw set. Accompanying are, 90 round brilliant cut, Diamonds (0.94ct TDW, J-K colour, SI2-I2 clarity), claw/bead set. Earrings have post backs and come with, 14K White Gold butterfly clasps.

Insurance Valuation Provided by Vendor: $26,890.00
, Code - 5

ID - 480408 - 14K Yellow Gold, Aquamarine and Diamond, Halo Heart Earrings. The centres feature, 2 heart cut, light greyish blue, Aquamarines (1.76ct TSW, minor eye visible inclusions) 3 claw set. Surrounding the Aquamarines in halos and decorating the hooks are, 56 round brilliant cut Diamonds (0.38ct TDW, J-K colour, SI2-I2 clarity) bead set. The earrings have shepherd hooks.

Insurance Valuation Provided by Vendor: $6,790.00
, Code - 16

ID - 480409 - 9K Yellow Gold, Pearl and Diamond Vintage Inspired Ring. The design features one round, white Pearl. Encompassing the design are, 2 round brilliant cut, Diamonds (0.06ct TDW approx), claw set. Ring Size K. 1.969 grams.

Insurance Valuation Provided by Vendor: $0.00
, Code - 39

ID - 480410 - Ingersoll S. Jewels Watch. Jewels Watch with leather band. Shockproof.

Insurance Valuation Provided by Vendor: $0.00
, Code - 40

ID - 480411 - 14K White Gold Ruby and Diamond Crossover Ring. The design features, one oval cut, medium purplish red, Ruby (0.84ct, included), claw set. Encompassing the design are, 40 round brilliant cut, Diamonds (0.17ct TDW, J-K colour, SI2-I2 clarity), micro-claw set. Ring Size J 1/2.

Insurance Valuation Provided by Vendor: $5,290.00
, Code - 15

ID - 480412 - Vintage Gold Plated Silver, Art Nouveau Floral Pendant on Display Chain. Total item weight is 7.37 grams. Pre-owned.

Insurance Valuation Provided by Vendor: $0.00
, Code - 45

ID - 480413 - 9K Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Inspired Wedding Bands. The design features 10x round brilliant cut, Diamonds (approx 0.025 TDW) bead set. Stamped 375, Ring Size O, Total item weight 2.967 grams.

Insurance Valuation Provided by Vendor: $0.00
, Code - 48

ID - 480414 - 9K Yellow Gold, Diamond Trilogy Ring. The design features, 3 round brilliant cut, Diamonds (0.045ct TDW approx), bead set .Ring Size M 1/2. 1.664 grams.

Insurance Valuation Provided by Vendor: $0.00
, Code - 50

ID - 480415 - 3 x 925 Sterling Silver and Diamond Rings. Ring Sizes from left to right are I, M, M.

Insurance Valuation Provided by Vendor: $0.00
, Code - 41

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