Elite Decorative Arts May Sale

May 19th, 2012 CATALOGUE

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May 19, 2012 - 1 pm Eastern

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AUCTION LOTS

101 - MONT JOYE ENAMELED CAMEO ART GLASS VASE
Mont Joye enameled cameo art glass vase having a frosted design throughout with raised pink floral designs and green stems. Holds gold Mont Joye marks to bottom. Late 19th century. Measures 7 3/4" height x 4" width x 3" depth (19.6cm x 10.1cm x 7.6cm). Total weight of 610 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $600-$800.

102 - RUSSIAN SILVER COVERED JUDAICA PRAYER BOOK
Russian silver repousse covered Judaic prayer book cover. Has raised scrolled floral design to front and back. Holds impressed 1895 Alexander Kazmirovich Vyrzhikovsky assayer marks and Minsk town marks with 84 silver purity mark. Also holds E3 workmaster marks. Measures 6 1/8" height x 4 3/8" width x 1 1/2" depth (15.5cm x 11.1cm). Total weight of 15.27 ozt / 433 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $1000-$1200.

103 - ANTIQUE RUSSIAN SILVER JUDAICA BELT BUCKLE
Russian silver belt buckle having a repousse design depicting the scene of Abraham attempting to sacrifice his son as the angel stops him. Holds Josef Sosnkowski 1870 assayer marks. Holds Warsaw town marks with 84 silver purity marks. Also holds Julius Rappoport I.P. workmaster marks. Measures 5 3/4" length x 2 7/8" depth (14.6cm x 7.3cm). Total weight of 95 grams / 3.07 ozt.

Pre-Sale estimate $400-$600.

104 - JULES DUPRE OIL PAINTING ON CANVAS OF LANDSCAPE
Jules Dupré (FRENCH, 1811-1889) oil painting on canvas depicting a landscape scene with rustic farm house near a lake. Signed lower right and dated JULES DUPRE 1869. Holds plaque to front stating "JULIEN DUPRE LANDSCAPE 1851 - 1910" however the plaque is incorrect. Has old price tag to back dated '69 with a price of $7,000. Holds old wax stamp to back of center wooden bar on canvas frame. Authenticity guranteed. Measures 33" height x 47" width + 4" matte & frame (83.8cm x 119.4cm + 10.1cm).

Pre-Sale estimate $10000-$15000.

105 - STUNNING 22K YELLOW GOLD & MALACHITE NECKLACE
Beautiul ladies Chinese 22k yellow gold necklace having hoop wreath links and malachite links connecting each ring. Holds calligraphy marks to clasp. Measures 32 1/2" length x 11/16" width (82.5cm x 1.7cm or 17mm). Total weight of 127 dwt / 197 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $12000-$16000.

106 - 18K YG TIFFANY & CO LAUREL LEAF NECKLACE
Exquisite 18k yellow gold and ruby Tiffany & Company floral necklace depicting bulbous flowers and leaves. Set with 10 round cut rubies approx. 0.30ctw. Rope chain necklace mounted to each end. Marked Tiffany & Company Italy to each leaf and flower cluster (marked 5 times). Includes original presentation pouch and box. Measures approx. 18 3/4" length (47.6cm). Total weight of 22.8dwt / 35.5 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $2000-$3000.

107 - ANTIQUE RUSSIAN SILVER REPOUSSE JUDAICA MEZUZAH
Antique Russian silver Judaic mezuzah having a repousse silver design depicting scrolled floral decorations throughout. Holds 1873 Ivan Vonif. Yestigneev assaye rmarks with St. Petersburg town marks. Also holds ARC workmaster marks. Measures 8 1/2" length x 3 1/8" width (21.6cm x 7.9cm). Total weight of 134 grams / 4.31ozt.

Pre-Sale estimate $500-$700.

108 - RUSSIAN WOODEN INKWELL WITH SILVER APPLIQUE
Russian wooden inkwell having a Double Headed Eagle Coat of arms silver applique to top of hinged cover and backing of inkwell. Holds name plaque to front. Early 20th century. Measures 2 1/8" height x 10 1/4" length (5.4cm x 26cm). Total weight of 421 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $600-$800.

109 - SILVERPLATE INKWELL WITH CRYSTAL & SILVER WELLS
Antique Russian silver plate inkwell set having two crystal and silver covered inkwells with figural finials depicting St. George and the dragon. Has hinged box with monogram. Each inkwell holds 84 silver purity marks and workmaster marks. Measures 8 5/8" length x 4 1/4" depth x 4 1/4" height (21.9cm x 10.7cm x 10.7cm). Total weight of 657 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $600-$800.

110 - SIBERIAN BIRCH WOOD CASSETTE BOX w SILVER APPLIQUE
Beautiful Russian Siberian Birchwood cassette box having silver applique overlay design to cover and medallion to center depicting Nicholas II with silver overlay wreath and floral designs to each corner. Each piece marked 84. Holds silver plaque with dedication in Cyrillic to front. Plaque also holding 84 silver marks and E3 workmaster marks. Late 19th to early 20th century. Measures 6 3/4" length x 3 5/8" depth x 2" height (17.1cm x 9.2cm x 5.1cm). Total weight of 215 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $800-$1200.

111 - ANTIQUE RUSSIAN MUSICAL CASSETE BOX w APPLIQUE
Antique Russian wooden musical cassette box having a 84 silver vermeil applique depicting St. George and the Dragon to top of hinged cover. Front of box has double headed eagle coat of arms design. Constructed of brown and ebonized wood. Late 19th to early 20th century. Measures 3" height x 6 1/4" length x 4 5/8" depth (7.6cm x 15.8cm x 11.7cm). Total weight of 485 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $500-$700.

112 - GILDED RUSSIAN SILVER RELIGIOUS TRIPTYCH
Antique gilded Russian silver triptych depicting hand painted religious figures on inlaid fitted wooden panels. Exterior has gold wash with scrolled designs. Holds CW 1883 assayer's marks with 84 silver purity marks and town marks. Also holds workmaster marks. Marked to each hinged door and back panel. Measures 2 3/4" height x 4" width when opened (6.9cm x 10.1cm). Total weight of 58 grams / 1.87 ozt.

Pre-Sale estimate $400-$600.

113 - RUSSIAN ENAMELED SILVER RELIGIOUS TRIPTYCH
Russian silver triptych having multicolor enameled design to interior depicting religious figures. Has chased design to exterior. 19th century. Measures 2 1/4" height x 3" width when opened (5.7cm x 7.6cm). Total weight of 1.81 ozt / 56 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $300-$500.

114 - SOVIET 875 SILVER ENAMELED CAKE SERVER
Russian Soviet Silver enameled cake server having a raised castle design to handle with castle or cathedral. Has two tone blue enameled design to handle as well. Gold wash throughout. Holds 875 silver marks with maker's marks. Measures 9 5/8" length (24.4cm). Total weight of 2.19 ozt / 68 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $300-$500.

115 - Pr CHINESE IVORY EMPEROR & EMPRESS FIGURES
Pair of large impressive antique Chinese hand carved Ivory Emperor and Empress figures. Each is depicted seated on throne in relief carved royal robe. The Empress is holding Ruyi Scepter in right hand with relief carved Phoenix robe and throne. The Emperor shown clutching his imperial beaded necklace and wearing dragon robe with dragon throne. Each figure surmounts an ivory base with fence and reticulated 3 panel screen with calligraphy "Qian Long Emperor", and "Qian Long Empress". 18th/19th century. Exquisitely carved throughout with high attention to detail. Each holds Qian Long reign mark to bottom. Includes fitted wooden bases. Each figure measures approximately 22 1/4" height x 14 1/2" width x 10 1/2" depth + 1 3/4" base height (56.5cm x 36.8cm x 26.7cm + 4.4cm). Total weight of 18.08 kilograms.

Pre-Sale estimate $5000-$7000.

116 - ANTIQUE CHINESE QIANLONG LARGE IVORY CHESS SET
Rare antique Chinese hand carved ivory chess set having Ivory and tea stained colors in 32 pieces. Each piece fully relief carved throughout. Emperor and Empress pieces for each side contain mother of pearl inlay plaque to bottom holding the Qian Long 4 character archaic reign mark. Largest piece measures 8 1/4" height (20.95cm). Total weight of 20.78 kilograms including wooden box. Approx. Ivory weight of 7.42 kilograms.

Pre-Sale estimate $7000-$10000.

117 - CHINESE BLUE & WHITE GUANXU PORCELAIN VASE
Antique Chinese blue and white porcelain mei ping vase depicting foo dogs throughout with scrolled lotus blossom designs. Holds six character calligraphy Guangxu (1875 - 1908) mark to neck. Measures 16 1/8" height 10 1/2" diameter (40.9cm x 26.7cm). Total weight of 4855 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $1500-$2000.

118 - CHINESE QINGLONG BLUE & WHITE FLORAL PORCELAIN POT
Antique Chinese blue & white floral porcelain pot vase. Has figural Chih lung dragon handles. Holds six character Qianlong (1736 - 1795) archaic reign mark to bottom. Measures 14" height x 9 1/2" diameter (35.6cm x 24.1cm). Total weight of 3941 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $1000-$1400.

119 - Pr CHINESE IVORY EMPEROR & EMPRESS FIGURES
Pair of Chinese ivory hand carved figures depicting Emperor & Empress. The emperor holding ceremonial sword with hand to beard. The Empress is depicted holding ruyi scepter with phoenix head dress. Each figure is wearing layered robe with intricate water and fire design with lotus blossoms. Includes fitted wooden bases. Calligraphy mark Da Ming to bottom of each. 18th/19th century. Each measures approximately 15" height + 1 5/8" (38.1cm + 4.1cm). Total weight approx. 2736 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $2500-$3500.

120 - PAIR OF CHINESE IVORY EMPEROR & EMPRESS FIGURES
Pair of antique hand carved Chinese ivory Emperor and Empress figures on horseback. Each is depicted in full Imperial armor with ceremonial swords to hip with bows and arrow in hilt to other side. Each has flags mounted to back and holding spear. Mounted on ivory footed base. Includes fitted wooden bases. Each is sitting on horseback with heads up. Figures are intricately etched throughout. 18th/19th century. Each measures approximately 13 3/8" height x 10" length x 3 1/2" depth + 1" base height (33.8cm x 25.4cm x 9cm + 2.5cm). Total weight of 3277 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $5000-$7000.

121 - PAIR OF ELEGANT CHINESE HARDWOOD CHAIRS
Pair of old elegant Chinese Ebonized wooden chairs having a root form design to back and arms. Reticulated knot design with raised Chih lung dragon medallion design to back. Made in Hong Kong and imported to San Francisco by the Royal Cathay Trading Co. Each Measures approx. 28" height x 29" width x 29" depth (71cm x 74cm x 74cm).

Pre-Sale estimate $2000-$3000.

122 - FINE CHINESE CARVED IVORY VASE w GOLD INLAY & MOP
Fine Chinese hand carved ivory vase having hand painted gold design depicting flowers and leaves. Has mother of pearl plaque set to bottom with and etched "50". 19th century. Measures 5 1/8" height x 2 1/4" diameter (13cm x 5.7cm). Total weight of 102 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $2000-$3000.

123 - ANTIQUE CHINESE BRONZE FOOTED DRAGONS CENSOR
Antique Chinese bronze censor having figural dragon handles raised designs depicting dragons and beasties throughout body. Has figural feet depicting demons. Screen cover with figural dragon handle and raised fish and beasties in water. Holds impressed archaic mark to bottom. 19th century. Measures 12 1/4" height x 13 3/4" length (31.1cm x 34.9cm). Total weight of 6.38 kilograms.

Pre-Sale estimate $1000-$2000.

124 - ANTIQUE CHINESE CARVED IVORY FOO DOG VESSEL
Antique Chinese hand carved ivory lidded tripod vessel having a figural foo dog cover. Body has pumpkin shape with etched clouds. Also has four handles to neck, two depicting a foo dog and two depicting elephants, each having fully relief carved ring. Measures 5 1/2" height (13.9cm). Total weight of 102 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $2000-$2500.

125 - CHINESE QIANGLONG BRONZE FOOTED DRAGONS CENSOR
Antique Chinese bronze censor having dragon handles and intricate raised dragon designs throughout body. Has figural foo dog head feet. Holds impressed six character Qianlong dynasty mark to bottom. Measures 15" height x 11" length (38.1cm x 27.9cm). Total weight of 6.98 kilograms.

Pre-Sale estimate $1000-$2000.

126 - FINE CHINESE IVORY EMPEROR & EMPRESS BUST PLAQUES
Pair of fine Chinese hand carved ivory face plaques depicting Emperor and Empress. Each intricately carved throughout with high detail. Emperor is depicted with beard and dragon head dress. Empress is depicted with phoenix head dress. Each includes fitted wooden base. 18th/19th century. Each measures approx. 8 1/2" height x 5" width + 1" base height (21.6cm x 12.7cm + 2.5cm). Total weight of 1452 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $2000-$3000.

127 - CHINESE RETICULATED IVORY VILLAGE SCENE BRUSH POT
Antique Chinese hand carved ivory brush pot. Has an intricate hand carved village scene with trees, water, boats, horses, people and pagodas. Masterfully carved. 18th/19th century. Includes fitted wooden base. Measures 9" height x 4 1/2" width x 3 1/2" depth + 1 3/8" base height (22.7cm x 11.3 x 8.9cm + 2.5cm). Total ivory weight of 361 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $2500-$3500.

128 - 18th C CHINESE MYRRE WOOD SILVER INLAY CARVING
Fine antique Chinese hand carved Myrre wood figure depicting SHou Xing holding peach sprig to left hand and wooden staff with double gourd to right hand. To his left is attendant holding a bat, to his right is a crane. Intricate silver inlay design to each figure's robe. Has ivory design constructing the teeth and eyes of the two figures. Includes fitted earth form wooden base. 18th/19th century. Measures 14 1/2" height x 6 1/2" width + 2" base height (36.8cm x 16.5cm +5.1cm). Total weight of 3139 grams including base.

Pre-Sale estimate $1000-$1500.

129 - CHINESE HAND CARVED IVORY 8 IMMORTALS FIGURES
Fine Chinese ivory hand carved 8 Immortals figures. Each is fully relief carved with stylized lotus blossom bases. Each figure signed to back with red seal. Each figure measures approximately 5 1/4" height (13.3cm). 18th/10th century. Total ivory weight of 792 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $1000-$1400.

130 - CHINESE IVORY FIGURE OF THREE STAR IMMORTALS
Chinese fully relief carved ivory figure, featuring the Three Star Immortals (Sanxing), Fu is depicted holding lingzhi sprig, Lu in court attire and holding a ruyi scepter, and Shou depicted with a peach and wooden staff with double gourd. Holds Qian Long mark to bottom. 18th/19th century. Measures 10 1/2" height x 13 1/2" girth (26.7cm x 34.3cm). Total ivory weight of 1358 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $1000-$1500.

131 - CHINESE ELEPHANT IVORY M.O.P. INLAY TUSK
Chinese ivory elephant tusk having mother of pearl and red coral inlay design depicting flowers. 19th century. Includes fitted wooden base. Measures 24" length x 7" girth + 5" base height. (61cm x 17.9cm x 12.7cm). Total ivory weight of 1.26 kilograms.

Pre-Sale estimate $1000-$1500.

132 - 18th CENTURY JAPANESE CARVED GILTWOOD BODHISATTVA
Antique Japanese carved giltwood standing Bodhisattva figure depicted with 24 arms. Set over stepped base with impressive back panel. 18th century. Measures 37" height (93.9cm). Total weight of 3909 grams. provenance: Featured in Freeman's Fine English Furniture, Silver & Decorative Arts sale held on October 5, 2011.

Pre-Sale estimate $2000-$3000.

133 - CARVED IVORY STUDY OF WARRIOR TRAPPING ONI
Intricately carved Japanese ivory study of warrior attempting to contain oni demons in a wooden basket. He is wearing layered robe with sword to back. Finely carved throughout and tea stained. Holds red plaque with calligraphy signature to bottom. Measures 2" height x 1 3/4" width (5.1cm x 4.4cm). Total weight of 46 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $1200-$1600.

134 - CHINESE CARVED JADE RUYI SCEPTER WITH STAND
Chinese relief carved ruyi scepter with three plaques depicting calligraphy symbols, dragons and bats. Has two oval studs to plank and etched Etruscan bordering. Translucent green and white jade colors. Includes fitted wooden base. 19th/20th century. Measures 11 1/4" x 1 5/8" height x 3" width + 7/8" height (28.6cm x 4.1cm x 7.6cm + 2.2cm). Total jade weight of 337 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $1200-$1500.

135 - ANTIQUE GORHAM STERLING SILVER CIGAR BOX
Antique Gorham sterling silver cigar box having a repousse floral design to exterior. The case is ribbed, creating a fitted design for for 4 cigars. Holds old Gorham Lion Anchor G mark with impressed B1596 and 1904 year mark. Measures 5" length x 3 1/8" width x 5/8" depth (12.7cm x 7.9cm x 1.5cm). Total weight of 3.81 ozt / 118 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $400-$600.

136 - STERLING SILVER AND WOOD RECTANGULAR CIGAR BOX
Sterling silver cigar box of rectangular shape and having wooden sectioned interior. Has chased crest to top of cover. Hinged design. Measures 1 5/8" height x 10 1/8" length x 3 7/8" depth (4.1cm x 25.7cm x 9.8cm). Total weight of 842 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $700-$900.

137 - OLD REPOUSSE STERLING SILVER ORNATE CIGAR BOX
Old Sterling silver cigar box having a scrolled floral repousse design throughout. Has footed design with wooden interior and leather bottom. 19th/20th century. Measures 2" height x 11 1/8" length x 7 3/4" depth (5.1cm x 28.2cm x 19.6cm). Total weight of 39.64 ozt / 1232 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $850-$950.

138 - 17 PIECES OF ASSORTED STERLING SILVER FLATWARE
Lot of 17 assorted sterling silver flatware pieces. Lot includes 2 piece English carving set. Antique 18th century Austrian-Hungarian punch ladle. 3 Antique Austrian-Hungarian serving spoons. 6 antique English demitasse spoons. Antique 835 silver acorn and shell tongs. Kalo Chicago sterling silver hand hammered ladle. 2 Kirk and Son Repousse serving spoons. Finally a Stieff shell ladle with Williamsburg Restoration impressed mark. Measures 14 1/8" length (35.8cm). Total weight of 23.98 ounces troy + 2 hollow handle pieces (carving set).

Pre-Sale estimate $700-$900.

139 - OLD JAPANESE BRONZE OF SAMURAI DRAWING SWORD
Old Japanese bronze sculpture depicting a samurai drawing sword. He is wearing textured robe with symbol design. Measures 24" height x 17 1/2" width (60.9cm x 44.4cm). Total weight of 10.96 kilograms.

Pre-Sale estimate $800-$1000.

140 - ANTIQUE RUSSIAN SILVER RETICULATED FISH KNIFE
Sterling Silver Russian Fish Knife having a reticulated blade with scrolled fish design to center and hand chased scroll designs throughout with hollow handle (not weighted). Holds M:K workmaster workmaster marks to blade. Holds 84 silver purity marks with town marks. Also holds 1862 assayer mark to blade. Measures 13 1/4" length (33.6cm). Total weight of 150 grams / 4.8ozt.

Pre-Sale estimate $200-$300.

141 - TIFFANY & Co. STERLING SILVER HEART NECKLACE
Tiffany & Company Sterling Silver chain necklace with heart tag. Measures 16" length (40.6cm). Total weight of 2.2ozt/69grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $200-$300.

142 - RUSSIAN SILVER HIPPOPATAMUS FIGURE
Russian silver standing hippo figure having Cabochon cut pink sapphire jewels set to eyes. Has town marks and 84 silver purity marks to side of leg. Also holds Julius Rappoport's "I.P." workmaster mark and assayer mark to bottom. Measures 1 3/8" length x 3/4" height (3.5cm x 1.9cm). Weighs 1.66 ozt / 51 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $175-$200.

143 - RUSSIAN SILVER SEATED ELEPHANT FIGURE
Russian silver seated elephant figure having cabochon cut ruby jewels set to eyes. Holds town marks and 84 silver purity marks to side. Holds Julius Rappoport workmaster marks to side. Measures 5/8" height (1.2cm). Total weight of .67ozt/20 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $150-$175.

144 - RUSSIAN ENAMELED SILVER SUGAR CUBE TONGS
Russian enameled silver sugar cube tongs having a scrolled floral design throughout. Holds 84 silver purity mark with town marks. Has Cyrillic workmaster marks. Measures 4 1/2" length (11.4cm). Total weight of 1.52 ozt / 47 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $400-$600.

145 - OLD VINERS ENGLISH STERLING SILVER MUG
Old English sterling silver mug made by Edward Viner / Viners Limited silver smiths. Holds Sheffield crown town mark with Lion passant guardant certifiying the silver quality and S denoting the year of 1960. Has dedication to front dating 1961. Measures 5" height x 5 1/4" length (12.7cm x 13.3cm). Total weight of 10.89 ozt / 338 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $300-$500.

146 - 11 PIECE LOT OF STERLING SILVER MINIATURE ITEMS
11 piece lot of assorted sterling silver miniature items. Lot includes 2 candelabras, samovar, pitcher, coffee pot, tea pot, creamer, sugar, 2 steins and serving tray. Tallest piece measuring 2 1/2" height (6.3cm). Total weight of 119 grams / 3.85 ozt.

Pre-Sale estimate $100-$125.

147 - BATTIN STERLING SILVER CIGARETTE CASE WITH CHAIN
Antique sterling silver cigarette case having a chased scrolled floral and chain link strap. Holds Battin & Company B with pitchfork mark to interior lip with 12 STERLING. Late 19th to early 20th century. Measures 3 5/8" length x 2 1/2" depth (9.2cm x 6.3cm). Total weight of 3.21 ozt / 99 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $200-$300.

148 - STERLING SILVER GAMBLERS SCENE CIGARETTE CASE
Old sterling silver cigarette case having a raised gamblers scene design to front. Has spring mechanism arm marked 925 to interior. Measures 3 1/2" length x 3 1/2" width (8.9cm x 8.9cm). Total weight of 90 grams / 2.92 ozt.

Pre-Sale estimate $250-$350.

149 - 800 SILVER ART NOUVEAU FLORAL CIGARETTE CASE
Old 800 silver Art Nouveau cigarette case having a beautiful repousse floral design to exterior with gold wash interior. Inner lip marked 0.800 Achef. Late 19th to early 20th century. Measures 3" length x 2 1/2" width x 5/8" depth (7.6cm x 6.3cm x 1.5cm). Total weight of 1.99 ozt / 62 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $200-$300.

150 - 18th C GERMAN GILT SILVER PORCELAIN SNUFF BOX
Antique German gilt silver mounted hinged porcelain snuff box. Has enameled cover with hand painted fruit and basket design. Has very fine raised floral and lattice design throughout body. 18th century. Measures 1 1/4" height x 2 3/8" depth x 3 1/8" length (3.1cm x 6cm x 7.9cm). Total weight of 122 grams.

Pre-Sale estimate $800-$1200.

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