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Quarterly Fine Sale
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St. Edmund's Court
Okehampton Street
Exeter
EX4 1DU
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Auction dates
28 Oct 2014 10:00 GMT
29 Oct 2014 10:00 GMT
Auction currency
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A group of three Chinese jade ceremonial blades, two bi discs and a carving: in Neolithic and
Lot 617
A group of three Chinese jade ceremonial blades, two bi discs and a carving: in Neolithic and
170 GBP
200 - 400 GBP
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A Chinese jade carving of a water buffalo: the stone of mottled celadon, russet and grey colour, 7
Lot 618
A Chinese jade carving of a water buffalo: the stone of mottled celadon, russet and grey colour, 7
1,050 GBP
150 - 200 GBP
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A Chinese jade carving of a reclining mythical beast: with scaly back, it's head turned to the left,
Lot 619
A Chinese jade carving of a reclining mythical beast: with scaly back, it's head turned to the left,
3,000 GBP
300 - 500 GBP
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A Chinese carved jade vase and cover: of flattened baluster form, carved with bats and a dragon
Lot 620
A Chinese carved jade vase and cover: of flattened baluster form, carved with bats and a dragon
12,500 GBP
500 - 700 GBP
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A Chinese celadon and russet jade pendant: carved on one side with a standing figure teasing a toad,
Lot 621
A Chinese celadon and russet jade pendant: carved on one side with a standing figure teasing a toad,
5,200 GBP
200 - 300 GBP
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A Chinese jade carving of a mythical beast: with head raised, the stone of pale celadon colour,
Lot 622
A Chinese jade carving of a mythical beast: with head raised, the stone of pale celadon colour,
620 GBP
100 - 200 GBP
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A small quantity of Chinese carved jade, malacite and hardstone items; comprising a 'Gu' vase of
Lot 623
A small quantity of Chinese carved jade, malacite and hardstone items; comprising a 'Gu' vase of
620 GBP
500 - 600 GBP
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A Chinese hardstone carving of a reclining horse: it's head resting on it's back, the stone of
Lot 624
A Chinese hardstone carving of a reclining horse: it's head resting on it's back, the stone of
320 GBP
80 - 120 GBP
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A Chinese jade carving: of two boys clasping a large double gourd, the stone of celadon and russet
Lot 625
A Chinese jade carving: of two boys clasping a large double gourd, the stone of celadon and russet
1,200 GBP
300 - 400 GBP
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A Chinese jade carving: of a boy riding a fish-like mythical creature, the stone of celadon
Lot 626
A Chinese jade carving: of a boy riding a fish-like mythical creature, the stone of celadon
2,600 GBP
200 - 300 GBP
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A large Chinese russet and grey hardstone carving: of a boy riding on an elephant and clasping a
Lot 627
A large Chinese russet and grey hardstone carving: of a boy riding on an elephant and clasping a
170 GBP
200 - 300 GBP
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A decorative Chinese screen on stand: applied with auspicious objects in mother-of-pearl and
Lot 628
A decorative Chinese screen on stand: applied with auspicious objects in mother-of-pearl and
3,600 GBP
800 - 1,200 GBP
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A Chinese agate snuff bottle and stopper: carved in the form of a finger citron, the stone of
Lot 629
A Chinese agate snuff bottle and stopper: carved in the form of a finger citron, the stone of
120 GBP
100 - 150 GBP
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A Japanese figured hardwood tobako bon: of traditional design with bronzed metal burner with pierced
Lot 631
A Japanese figured hardwood tobako bon: of traditional design with bronzed metal burner with pierced
620 GBP
200 - 250 GBP
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Kawase Hasui, Morning at Mihogaseki:, from a selection of the scenes of Japan, 1925, Woodblock
Lot 632
Kawase Hasui, Morning at Mihogaseki:, from a selection of the scenes of Japan, 1925, Woodblock
280 GBP
150 - 200 GBP
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A Japanese kakemono: depicting a young courtesan in traditional dress, 154 x 45cm.
Lot 633
A Japanese kakemono: depicting a young courtesan in traditional dress, 154 x 45cm.
260 GBP
300 - 400 GBP
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A Japanese black lacquered and gilt four section inro and cover: one side decorated with an eagle
Lot 634
A Japanese black lacquered and gilt four section inro and cover: one side decorated with an eagle
300 GBP
200 - 300 GBP
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A Japanese Shibayama and mother of pearl inlaid panel: of a bird perched on a branch, 61 x 36cm.
Lot 635
A Japanese Shibayama and mother of pearl inlaid panel: of a bird perched on a branch, 61 x 36cm.
170 GBP
200 - 300 GBP
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A Japanese carved ivory okimono depicting a fisherman being attacked by a crab: signed Seikyu to the
Lot 636
A Japanese carved ivory okimono depicting a fisherman being attacked by a crab: signed Seikyu to the
650 GBP
300 - 400 GBP
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A Japanese carved ivory figure of Gama Sennin: an overturned basket at his feet and toads on his
Lot 637
A Japanese carved ivory figure of Gama Sennin: an overturned basket at his feet and toads on his
300 GBP
200 - 300 GBP
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A Japanese carved ivory okimono depicting a peasant with a monkey on his shoulder and holding a
Lot 638
A Japanese carved ivory okimono depicting a peasant with a monkey on his shoulder and holding a
130 GBP
150 - 200 GBP
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A Japanese carved ivory okimono depicting a Geisha girl holding a tray with a teapot and bowls:,
Lot 639
A Japanese carved ivory okimono depicting a Geisha girl holding a tray with a teapot and bowls:,
480 GBP
250 - 350 GBP
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A Japanese carved ivory okimono depicting a peasant being attacked by a snake: signed Seikyu to
Lot 640
A Japanese carved ivory okimono depicting a peasant being attacked by a snake: signed Seikyu to
400 GBP
200 - 300 GBP
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A pair of Japanese carved ivory okimonos of courtesans in traditional costume each holding a fan:
Lot 641
A pair of Japanese carved ivory okimonos of courtesans in traditional costume each holding a fan:
450 GBP
200 - 300 GBP
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A Japanese carved ivory okimono depicting a fisherman with a basket at his feet and holding a
Lot 642
A Japanese carved ivory okimono depicting a fisherman with a basket at his feet and holding a
80 GBP
100 - 150 GBP
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A Japanese carved ivory okimono of a young boy beating a large drum: unsigned, one hand missing,
Lot 643
A Japanese carved ivory okimono of a young boy beating a large drum: unsigned, one hand missing,
50 GBP
60 - 80 GBP
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A carved ivory ceremonial barge: with eight seated oarsmen, with carved animal head bow and bird'
Lot 644
A carved ivory ceremonial barge: with eight seated oarsmen, with carved animal head bow and bird'
90 GBP
100 - 150 GBP
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A South East Asian ivory model of a fishing boat: with woven cane superstructure, single mast and
Lot 645
A South East Asian ivory model of a fishing boat: with woven cane superstructure, single mast and
60 GBP
60 - 80 GBP
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A carved and stained ivory model of a parakeet: unsigned, 7cm. high, together with a similar model
Lot 646
A carved and stained ivory model of a parakeet: unsigned, 7cm. high, together with a similar model
80 GBP
100 - 150 GBP
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A Japanese carved ivory okimono of a mask carver and one other: the smiling carver seated
Lot 647
A Japanese carved ivory okimono of a mask carver and one other: the smiling carver seated
220 GBP
200 - 300 GBP
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Three Japanese Shunga prints: artist unknown, partially coloured, largest print 18 x 27cm. the two
Lot 648
Three Japanese Shunga prints: artist unknown, partially coloured, largest print 18 x 27cm. the two
90 GBP
100 - 150 GBP
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A 19th century Japanese carved ivory okimono: of a woman dressed in robes holding a fish, mounted on
Lot 649
A 19th century Japanese carved ivory okimono: of a woman dressed in robes holding a fish, mounted on
220 GBP
250 - 300 GBP
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A traditional Maori Yaiaha (Spear): the tongue with raised swirling lines protruding from the head
Lot 650
A traditional Maori Yaiaha (Spear): the tongue with raised swirling lines protruding from the head
900 GBP
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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An Aboriginal nulla nulla: the flattened head with incised reeded shaft and handle, 70cm. long.
Lot 651
An Aboriginal nulla nulla: the flattened head with incised reeded shaft and handle, 70cm. long.
260 GBP
300 - 400 GBP
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An Aboriginal wooden hand shield: of rectangular form with rounded ends having broad incised line
Lot 652
An Aboriginal wooden hand shield: of rectangular form with rounded ends having broad incised line
380 GBP
300 - 400 GBP
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An African tribal hardwood spear: with flattened curved double edge blade, short staff and conical
Lot 653
An African tribal hardwood spear: with flattened curved double edge blade, short staff and conical
600 GBP
500 - 700 GBP
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An African tribal club: with conical head and slender tapering shaft, with incised pommel 80cm.
Lot 654
An African tribal club: with conical head and slender tapering shaft, with incised pommel 80cm.
140 GBP
200 - 300 GBP
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A late 19th /early 20th century ivory carving figures in a cart: mounted on a rectangular base,
Lot 655
A late 19th /early 20th century ivory carving figures in a cart: mounted on a rectangular base,
50 GBP
60 - 80 GBP
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A Pacific tribal club, possibly Melanesian: the flattened blade with triple incised geometric
Lot 656
A Pacific tribal club, possibly Melanesian: the flattened blade with triple incised geometric
1,900 GBP
300 - 400 GBP
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A 19th century Tibetan tanka: depicting figures and clouds in a garden setting, to a silk work
Lot 658
A 19th century Tibetan tanka: depicting figures and clouds in a garden setting, to a silk work
100 GBP
100 - 150 GBP
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A 19th century Rhino horn drinking cup:, the turned bowl with smooth finish to the interior and
Lot 659
A 19th century Rhino horn drinking cup:, the turned bowl with smooth finish to the interior and
6,500 GBP
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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An Egyptian carved wooden mummy's mask:, with traces of coloured polychrome decoration to the eyes
Lot 660
An Egyptian carved wooden mummy's mask:, with traces of coloured polychrome decoration to the eyes
500 GBP
400 - 600 GBP
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An interesting Egyptian carved volcanic hardstone figure group :, of suckling pigs, together with
Lot 661
An interesting Egyptian carved volcanic hardstone figure group :, of suckling pigs, together with
180 GBP
150 - 200 GBP
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An Egyptian faience bead single strand necklace:, together with one other of similar design, both re
Lot 662
An Egyptian faience bead single strand necklace:, together with one other of similar design, both re
60 GBP
50 - 80 GBP
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An Egyptian carved volcanic hardstone figure of an eagle:, together with three other figures and a
Lot 663
An Egyptian carved volcanic hardstone figure of an eagle:, together with three other figures and a
450 GBP
100 - 120 GBP
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An Egyptian carved wooden shabti :, with some traces of decoration, together with four other
Lot 664
An Egyptian carved wooden shabti :, with some traces of decoration, together with four other
680 GBP
200 - 300 GBP
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A rare large Egyptian polished volcanic basalt scarab of large size:, having a pair of Royal
Lot 665
A rare large Egyptian polished volcanic basalt scarab of large size:, having a pair of Royal
550 GBP
400 - 600 GBP
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An Indian ivory veneered box and cover: of circular form with shallow domed cover, the exterior
Lot 671
An Indian ivory veneered box and cover: of circular form with shallow domed cover, the exterior
150 GBP
150 - 200 GBP
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A pair of Indian pictures: depicting Maharajas seated on thrones, with banded script above and
Lot 672
A pair of Indian pictures: depicting Maharajas seated on thrones, with banded script above and
260 GBP
300 - 400 GBP
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A collection of eighty Grand Tour plaster cameos: contained in their gilt bordered card frames,
Lot 673
A collection of eighty Grand Tour plaster cameos: contained in their gilt bordered card frames,
480 GBP
200 - 300 GBP
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A pair of George III mahogany and brass mounted candlesticks: with reeded urn shaped nozzles on
Lot 674
A pair of George III mahogany and brass mounted candlesticks: with reeded urn shaped nozzles on
160 GBP
100 - 150 GBP
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A 19th century turned laburnum goblet: of urn shaped outline on a knopped stem and domed foot
Lot 675
A 19th century turned laburnum goblet: of urn shaped outline on a knopped stem and domed foot
170 GBP
80 - 120 GBP
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An 18th century brass wall sconce: the single scroll branch with urn shaped nozzle issuing from a
Lot 676
An 18th century brass wall sconce: the single scroll branch with urn shaped nozzle issuing from a
220 GBP
80 - 120 GBP
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A 19th century inlaid mahogany circular twin handled tray: centred with a circular fan shaped
Lot 677
A 19th century inlaid mahogany circular twin handled tray: centred with a circular fan shaped
130 GBP
100 - 150 GBP
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A Continental silver and rose quartz mounted parasol:, the engine turned handle with rose quartz
Lot 678
A Continental silver and rose quartz mounted parasol:, the engine turned handle with rose quartz
430 GBP
250 - 350 GBP
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WITHDRAWN A gold and rock crystal fob seal, circa 1780 in fitted case: believed to be the seal of
Lot 679
WITHDRAWN A gold and rock crystal fob seal, circa 1780 in fitted case: believed to be the seal of
0 GBP
300 - 400 GBP
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A Russian Palekh lacquered box: with traditional phoenix bird decoration, 9.75cm. wide, together
Lot 680
A Russian Palekh lacquered box: with traditional phoenix bird decoration, 9.75cm. wide, together
260 GBP
300 - 400 GBP
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A Swiss carved linden wood Black Forest bear: with glass inset eyes and open mouth, walking on all
Lot 681
A Swiss carved linden wood Black Forest bear: with glass inset eyes and open mouth, walking on all
300 GBP
300 - 500 GBP
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An 18th century small steel box: of rectangular outline, the lid and sides with engraved
Lot 682
An 18th century small steel box: of rectangular outline, the lid and sides with engraved
110 GBP
80 - 120 GBP
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A late 18th/ early 19th century Continental scrollwork icon: the central oval coloured engraving
Lot 683
A late 18th/ early 19th century Continental scrollwork icon: the central oval coloured engraving
260 GBP
300 - 400 GBP
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