- DEHUA LIBATION CUP, 17TH CDehua Libation
DEHUA LIBATION CUP, 17TH CDehua Libation Cup, 17th c., covered in a typical clear glaze and molded into a carved Rhinoceros horn shape with the sides adorned in molded blossoming branches and auspicious animal motifs. 3 3/4"t
- WORKS OF ART REFERENCE BOOK COLLECTION
WORKS OF ART REFERENCE BOOK COLLECTION ??????????????????????????????????????????????Including: Chinese works of art, cloisonne enamel, archaic bronze, furniture, Buddhist art, Scholar's pieces etc, in total 36 publications.Including but not limited to:Berliner, Nancy Zeng. Beyond the Screen: Chinese Furniture of the 16th and 17th Centuries. Boston: Museum of Fine Arts, 1996.Brinker, Helmut, and Lutz, Albert. Chinese Cloisonné: The Pierre Uldry Collection. London: Bamboo Publishing, 1989.Chou, Ju-His. Circles of Reflection: The Carter Collection of Chinese Bronze Mirrors. Cleveland: Cleveland Museum of Art Bookstore, 2000.Clifford, Derek. Chinese Carved Lacquer. London: Bamboo Publishing, 1992.Deydier, Christian. Ancient Chinese Bronze Vessels, Gilt Bronzes and Early Ceramics. 1986.Dye, Daniel Sheets. Chinese Lattice Designs. New York: Dover Publications, 1974.Eskenazi. Chinese Lacquer From The Jean-Pierre Dubosc Collection And Others. London: Eskenazi, 1992.Fang, Jing Pei. Treasures Of The Chinese Scholar. New York: Weatherhill Inc., 1997.FitzGerald, C. P. Barbarian Beds: the origin of the chair in China. London: The Cresset Press, 1965.Gyllensvärd, Bo. Chinese Gold, Silver and Porcelain: The Kempe Collection. New York: The Asia Society, 1971.Hu, Shih-Chang. Chinese Lacquer. Edinburgh: National Museums of Scotland Publishing, 2001.Jenyns, Soame, and Watson, William. Chinese Art: Gold, Silver, Later Bronzes, Cloisonne, Cantonese Enamel, Lacquer, Furniture, Wood (Chinese Art). Oxford: Phaidon Press Ltd, 1981.Jenyns, Soame. Chinese Art: Textiles, Glass and Painting on Glass, Carvings in Ivory and Rhinoceros Horn, Carving in Hardstones, Snuff Bottles, Inkcakes and Ink Stones (Chinese Art). Oxford: Phaidon Press Ltd, 1981.Kates, George N. Chinese Household Furniture. New York: Dover Publications, 1962.Kerr, Rose. Later Chinese Bronzes. London: Bamboo Publishing, 1990.Krahl, Regina and Morgan, Brian. From Innovation to Conformity: Chinese Lacquer from the 13th to 16th Centuries. London: Bluett & Sons, 1989.Moss, Paul. Educated Palates: an exhibition at 63 East 82nd Street New York. London: Sydney L. Moss Ltd., 1987.Moss, Paul. The Literati Mode: Chinese Scholar Paintings, Calligraphy and Desk Objects. Hong Kong: Andamans East International Ltd., 1986.Moss, Paul. The Second Bronze Age: Later Chinese Metalwork. London: Sydney L. Moss Ltd., 1991.Mowry, Robert D., and Brown, Claudia. Worlds Within Worlds: The Richard Rosenblum Collection of Chinese Scholars' Rocks. Cambridge: Harvard University Art Museums, 1997.Page, J. and Page, S. The Woven Mystery: Old Tibetan Rugs. Bangkok: Craftsman Press, 1990.Pratapaditya, Pal et al. Art of the Himalayas: Treasures from Nepal and Tibet. New York: Hudson Hills, 1992.Rawson, Jessica (Ed.). Treasures from Shanghai: ancient Chinese bronzes and jades. London: British Museum Press, 2009.Rawson, Jessica. Chinese Bronzes: Art and Ritual. London: British Museum Press, 1987.Rawson, Jessica. The Ornament on Chinese Silver of the T'ang Dynasty, A.D.618-906. London: British Museum Press, 1982.Sir Garner, Harry. Chinese and Japanese Cloisonné Enamels. London: Faber & Faber, 1970.Spink. Lacquer From The Collection of Derek Clifford. London: Spink, 1999.The British Museum. Chinese and Associated Lacquer from the Garner Collection. London: British Museum, 1973.The furniture of the Ch'ing dynasty: the art pieces with utility purposes. Taipei: Chun Kuei-miao, 1989.Thurman, Robert A. F., and Weldon, David. Sacred Symbols: The Ritual Art of Tibet. New York: Sotheby's, 1999.Vainker, Shelagh. Chinese Silk: A Cultural History. London: British Museum Press, 2004.Watt, James C. Y. and Barbara Brennan Ford. East Asian Lacquer: The Florence and Herbert Irving Collection. New York: Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1991.Watt, James C. Y. and Knight, Michael. Chinese Jades from the Collection of the Seattle Art Museum. Seattle: Seattle Art Museum, 1989.Watt, James C. Y.. The Sumptuous Basket: Chinese Lacquer with Basketry Panels. New York: China House Gallery, 1985.?????????????????????????????1996.Li, Jiufang. Metal-bodied Enamel Ware (??????). Hong Kong: The Commercial Press, 2001. (qty)Please note this lot will be offered with no reserve. ???????
- DEHUA LIBATION CUP
LATE MING TO EARLY
DEHUA LIBATION CUP
LATE MING TO EARLY QING DYNASTY, 17TH CENTURY ???? ???????????????of rhinoceros horn form, moulded on one side with a qilin upturned its head looking at the moon, reverse withthree playful tigers and dragon on top, covered overall with a thick creamy white glaze(1)7cm highProvenance: Robert McPherson Antiques, 7 January 2018, with an original receipt and an associated label on base.Dr. Kenneth P. Lawley's inventory number: Cer.165.Please note this lot will be offered with no reserve. ???????
- A LIFETIME COLLECTION OF TEN VIRGINIA
A LIFETIME COLLECTION OF TEN VIRGINIA TOOLED LEATHER KE...19th century, comprising:
steerhide handle, body, and base, lined with red calf skin, hourglass shape with subtle V shaped rim, black exterior with harness stitched scroll decoration on body, a shield on each end, 6-3/4 x 7-5/8 x 5 in., accompanied by three iron forged keys on iron ring with attached fob, fob carved with letters "WBG", Ref. No. VA053;
steerhide and calfskin, the shaped sides with decorative tooling, fitted with strap handle, 8-3/8 x 11-1/8 x 4 in., Ref. No. VA063;
steerhide, sharkskin, and calf, hourglass shape with angled edges, gouged tulips, vine, and fleur de lis pattern painted with white paint, 6-3/4 x 8-1/4 x 4-1/8 in., Ref. No. VA057;
steerhide and brown calf, body with incised and painted X pattern, 5-7/8 x 8-1/4 x 4 in., Ref. No. VA061
Note: For similar example see Jeffrey S. Evans and Associates, June 21, 2014 lot 382.;
possibly S.S. Cottrell, black sharkskin, brown calf liner and binding on top edges, brown steerhide bottom, oblong form having shaped rim, body with incised vine and leaf decorations retaining original paint, original rounded leather handle and lining, 5-1/4 x 8-3/4 x 3-5/8 in., Ref. No. VA0059;
tan steerhide, oblong boat form, body with gouged band of trailing vine decoration, retains original green/blue felt lined interior, 8-1/2 x 10-1/2 x 3-1/4 in., Ref. No. VA070;
steerhide, high sided extended oval shape, body with 3/8 in. creased wide diamond design, 6-1/4 x 8-1/4 x 3-1/4 in., Ref. No. VA022;
possibly made in Petersburg by J.H. Lamey, black shark skin sides, light brown calf skin rolled over edge and lining interior, separate leather bottom piece, underneath wood bottom covered with 19th century wallpaper, 6-3/4 x 9-1/2 x 4-3/4 in., Ref. No. VA038;
steerhide, extended oval shape, linear flat top, body with wavy sawtooth bands around body, bottom with five small leather disk feet attached with copper rivets, interior retains cardboard bottom insert with pencil inscription "Made by H.M. Gee or MGee/May 4th 1905/When this is worne renew/H.M. Gee", 6-1/2 x 7-7/8 x 5 in., Ref. No. VA013;
possibly made by R.H. Rickett, calf skin dyed red with crisscross faux Moroccan leather binding, sides, and bottom, tan body with creased diamond pattern, 7-1/4 x 8 x 4 in., Ref. No. VA026
Provenance: (Ref. No. VA053) Collection of Dorothy "Dolly" & Henry "Mac" McKenney, Mint Spring, Virginia; Jeffrey S. Evans and Associates, Mt. Pleasant, Virginia, March 23, 2007 lot 187 sold for $13,200; (Ref. No. VA063) 1740 House Antiques, Charlottesville, Virginia; Sotheby's New York, May 1995 lot 620 sold for $2,765 (accompanied by catalog listing); (Ref. No. VA057) Carole Wahler Antiques, Knoxville, Tennessee; (Ref. No. VA0059) Jeffrey S. Evans and Associates, Mt. Pleasant, Virginia, November 14, 2015 lot 667 sold for $1,300; (Ref. No. VA070) Jeffrey S. Evans and Associates, Mt. Pleasant, Virginia, June 23, 2018 lot 1625 sold for $2,500; (Ref. No. VA022) Jeffrey S. Evans and Associates, Mt. Pleasant, Virginia, June 24, 2004 lot 137 sold for $4,400; (Ref. No. VA038) Jeffrey S. Evans and Associates, Mt. Pleasant, Virginia, June 23, 2006 lot 152 sold for $5,775; (Ref. No. VA013) Jeffrey S. Evans and Associates, Mt. Pleasant, Virginia, November 12, 2005 lot 363 sold for $2,860; (Ref. No. VA026) Jeffrey S. Evans and Associates, Mt. Pleasant, Virginia, November 10, 2007 lot 1197 sold for $3,850; Private Collection
Note: Each basket is accompanied by extensive notes taken by the consignor.
â—‰This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under federal, state and/or local law. Prospective bidders should check all applicable government wildlife restrictions prior to placing a bid. The buyer is solely responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses or permits from federal, state and/or local authorities applicable to their purchase or transport of the object. Please note that bidders in New Jersey may not bid on any lots containing elephant ivory, mammoth ivory, or rhinoceros horn.
Condition:
crackling, creasing, and wear to leather, some with cracks to rim, surface dirt/accretion, some baskets with potential repair or retouch; Ref. No. VA053 with minor insect damage to interior and base; Ref. No. VA063 with puncture on one side; Ref. No. VA061 with flaking to leather at rim; Ref. No. VA070 with loss to felt; Ref. No. VA038 leather interior bottom detached
- AMERICAN GOTHIC FIGURED WALNUT AND MARBLE
AMERICAN GOTHIC FIGURED WALNUT AND MARBLE TOP DRESSING ...circa 1850, attributed to Charles A. Baudouine, New York, pedimented quatrefoil decorated mirror flanked by pierced quatrefoil brackets with flaming finials, original molded marble top, two paneled drawers over paneled cabinet doors with ribbon molding, lower cabinet fitted with rosewood veneered linen drawers, scalloped base, casters, maple secondary wood, 77 x 44-1/2 x 20 in.
Provenance: Collection of Beverly and Richard Kelly of Garrison, New York
Note: This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under federal, state and/or local law. Prospective bidders should check all applicable government wildlife restrictions prior to placing a bid. The buyer is solely responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses or permits from federal, state and/or local authorities applicable to their purchase or transport of the object. Please note that bidders in New Jersey may not bid on any lots containing elephant ivory, mammoth ivory, or rhinoceros horn.
Condition:
structurally sound, mirror with replaced glass, one bracket finial is not glued, but remains secure (other finial is glued), mirror surround and brackets with some minor small losses, marble top with scattered discolorations and some abrasions, linen drawers tightly fitted, exterior lower case with scattered small superficial repairs and small losses, base with small losses, other general wear consistent with age and use
- AMERICAN GOTHIC ROSEWOOD AND MARBLE
AMERICAN GOTHIC ROSEWOOD AND MARBLE TOP CHEST OF DRAWER...circa 1840-1850, stenciled "J. Dessoir" for Julius Dessoir, New York, shaped marble top with reeded edge, four graduated drawers with stylized scrolled panels and maple interior, octagonal form columnar stiles, conforming paneled base, 37 x 50 x 23-1/2 in.
Note: This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under federal, state and/or local law. Prospective bidders should check all applicable government wildlife restrictions prior to placing a bid. The buyer is solely responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses or permits from federal, state and/or local authorities applicable to their purchase or transport of the object. Please note that bidders in New Jersey may not bid on any lots containing elephant ivory, mammoth ivory, or rhinoceros horn.
Provenance: Collection of Beverly and Richard Kelly of Garrison, New York
Condition:
structurally sound, original marble top with a 5 inch filled thin crack and scattered minor discolorations and abrasions, well restored finish, retains attractive color and figuring, base with small veneer repairs, some tiny filled areas, other general surface wear and imperfections from age and use
- CHINESE SCROLL PAINTING OF A RHINOCEROS
CHINESE SCROLL PAINTING OF A RHINOCEROS HORN Ceremony. Chinese scroll painting of a seated Buddha holding parchment and prayer beads. The lower right displays a kneeling figure presenting a rhinoceros horn. Scroll painting is mounted on canvas and later framed behind plexi glass. From a Long Island, NY estate. Dimensions: image only measures approx. 50" high x 24" w; canvas measures approx. 58.125" h x 29.675" w. Condition: Good with general wear from age and use including light surface scratches, toning, scuffs, etc.
- ANTIQUE CARVED RHINOCEROS HORN & SILVER
ANTIQUE CARVED RHINOCEROS HORN & SILVER COLLAR UMBRELLA. LONDON 1924 HALLMARKS. More Information AF
- ANTIQUE CARVED RHINOCEROS HORN & SILVER
ANTIQUE CARVED RHINOCEROS HORN & SILVER COLLAR UMBRELLA. LONDON 1924 HALLMARKS. More Information AF
- TWO DEHUA LIBATION CUPS 19TH – 20TH
TWO DEHUA LIBATION CUPS 19TH – 20TH CENTURY (2) 19th – 20th century Each modeled in the form of a rhinoceros horn cup, the walls tapering from an oval foliate mouth to a narrow foot and variously molded with pines, prunus, crane, deer, and dragons. 2 1/2in (6.35cm); 2 3/4in (7cm) high (2).
- DOUBLE ELEPHANT EARS TRIPOD INCENSE
DOUBLE ELEPHANT EARS TRIPOD INCENSE BURNER,SHISOUThe cup modeled in the form of a rhinoceros horn libation cup, the side carved with pine tree, crane and goat, accompanied with a fitted stand and a fitted box.W:28cm, H:16.2cm Provenance: Estate of Dr. Peter M. Greiner, Author Astronomical Instruments End of the Shang or Beginning of the Chou Dynasty, University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- 7 ASIAN SNUFF BOTTLESLot of seven Asian
7 ASIAN SNUFF BOTTLESLot of seven Asian snuff bottles, including five intaglio carved ivory bottles with varying scenes front and back: Confucius or scholar figure; rat, dragon, foo lions, landscape boulder scenes, etc. 6th bottle has relief carved mother and child scene on front, with signed landscape scene en verso. 7th snuff bottle appears to be highly polished horn with front ivory facing decorated with scene of eagle in tree; signed. Heights range from 2" to 2 5/8". Circa 1900 or earlier. Note: This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under federal, state, and/or local law. Bidders should check all applicable government wildlife restrictions prior to placing a bid. The buyer will be solely responsible for obtaining any necessary license or permits applicable to the sale or transport of the object. Please note that the bidders in New Jersey may not bid on any lots containing elephant ivory, mammoth ivory, or rhinoceros horn. (Higher-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com)
Condition:
Lid to 6th bottle does not fit well and may be a replacement. Other items in very good condition.