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Lot 609
A collection of Asian mainly Indian / Persian gouaches to include:1. seated Krishna surrounded by five dancing attendants, approx 11.5 x 16.5cm, water damage to the mount, gilt framed2. Portrait of a crouching cobbler (shoemaker), signed lower right, 13 x 9cm, framed and glazed3. Portrait of a Guru holding beads with staff, within the border of the script and the outer border with lotus flowers, approx 31 x 23cm (loose)4. a pair of Indian Elephants painted on silk, framed and glazed and a smaller Elephant study within elaborate bordering (2)5. seated Maharaja with attendants under pink canopy, approx 29 x 20cm, glazed and framed (7)
Lot 148
This is a Royal Doulton porcelain figurine depicting a Persian cat. Crafted with fine detail and hand-painted to showcase the lifelike features of the cat's soft fur and expressive face, this figurine exemplifies Royal Doulton's renowned craftsmanship. The base features the Royal Doulton backstamp, confirming its authenticity. This piece comes with its original green Royal Doulton box, enhancing its value for collectors. Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: 5.5"HCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.
Lot 147
This exquisite Royal Doulton figurine showcases the renowned craftsmanship and attention to detail for which Royal Doulton is celebrated. The figurine depicts a Persian cat with a flowing, textured coat in a warm ginger hue, capturing the breed's signature elegance and poise. The cat's lifelike expression, intricately painted features, and glossy glaze highlight the skillful artistry behind this piece. Part of Royal Doulton's highly collectible series of animal figurines, this piece is made from fine ceramic and features the Royal Doulton backstamp on its base, confirming its authenticity. The figurine is accompanied by its original branded box.Artist: Albert HallamIssued: c. 1990 - 1994Dimensions: 5"HCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.
Lot 4145
MANUSCRIPT. [A Persian manuscript in two parts, the second part based on Abu Yahya Zakariyya al-Qazwini’s ‘Aja’ib al-Makhlukat’ (The Wonders of Creation). N.p.: Kashmir, circa 1820.] 164pp., manuscript, 8vo (241 x 114mm.) 2 parts, being 16pp. and 148pp. in calligraphic Nastaliq in black ink on vellum paper, 17 lines to a page with 2 large decorated headpieces in blue, red and gilt to the first section, and 17 lines to a page and also 205 water-colour and ink illustrations with gum arabic to the second part. (Browned to margins.) Original blind-stamped limp calf (extremities rubbed, some loss to base of spine). Note: al-Qazwini compiled ‘The Wonders of Creation’ in Arabic in the 13th century. It was an entire cosmography containing information about the heavens, the earth, minerals, plants, birds and animals as well as imaginary and hybrid creatures as illustrated here. Provenance: Alfred Hutton, soldier, writer, fencer and antiquarian (ink name to front and rear blanks). Hutton was serving with the British cavalry in India in the early 1860s.
Lot 478
Rectangular black silk clutch bag with semi-circular Art Deco Oriental agate clasp applied recto verso with a stepped gold Moresque crenulated embattlement motif set with rose-cut diamonds in platinum and enameled red over a guilloché ground, the circular pull-out agate ring with a gold ring enameled red over guilloché ground and set with a rose-cut diamond in platinum. Black silk lining with pockets inside.signed ‘CARTIER Made in France’ (on inside lining), French 18K gold hallmark ‘eagle head’ (on loop)15.5 x 18 cmcirca 1925-30in Cartier boxCondition: restoration to red enamel, little tap on the corner of the boxCertificate of expertise by Alain Cartier, expert CNE, Paris and LAPADA, London, dated October 13, 2023References:The rock crystal version of this clasp appeared in a gift catalogue of Cartier London in 1930. For an identical crenulated motif, enameled black, see the hinges and clasp on a rock crystal table cigarette box dated 1927, in «Cartier, Exceptional Objects», O. Bachet and A. Cartier, 2019, Palais Royal Ed. Hong Kong, ill. vol. 2, page 267.The output of handbags with precious clasps exploded at Cartier in the 1920s and 30s with Jeanne Toussaint in charge. lt was also the first category of the ‘Département S’ of Cartier Paris in 1923. This popular Oriental shaped clasp was also made in lapis lazuli. The Oriental inspiration was typical of Cartier’s output in the 1920s, starting with the Moresque and Persian cultures, with a small output inspired by Ancient Egypt, moving across to Mughal lndia, and then the Far East.Upon the buyer’s request, we are pleased to provide a general condition report for the Lot described above. However, as we are not professional conservators or restorers, we strongly advise prospective buyers to conduct their own inspection or consult a specialist or restorer of their choice for a comprehensive professional assessment. Any condition descriptions provided in the catalogue or through any correspondence are for guidance only and should not be considered a substitute for a firsthand evaluation.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD ‘AS IS’ IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE PUBLISHED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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