Novo-Hispanic school. Mexico. 18th century.‘Stabat Mater Dolorosa, iuxta crucem lacrimosa’.Oil on canvas. Measurements: 69,5 x 54,5 cm. Devotional and catechetical canvas, creating the effect of an altarpiece of Our Lady of Sorrows. In a central oval, and as the base of a Christ on the cross, ‘stabat Mater Dolorosa’, mother Mary remains under the cross of her crucified Son. The painting is clearly devoted to Mary.Six angels of the Passion surround the cross: two weeping angels are at his feet, with the symbols of the Passion; two fly with scrolls reading respectively: ‘Christi sub cruce Mater erat’ (The Mother of Christ was under the cross), and ‘Maria pendens fuit in cruce Christi’ (Mary was hanging on the cross of Christ). Both texts are from ‘Epigramatum Libri 3’, a book written by Jacob Biderman, a Jesuit priest, and published in 1620 with ingenious religious epigrams in the manner of the classical writer Martial. Of the two remaining angels, one has the book EPs (a reference to the Epigrams) and the other holds an hourglass, symbol of the inevitable passing of time, of death and the end of time on earth, a clear allusion to the souls in flames.Under the Virgin of Sorrows are the blessed souls in purgatory: as their lives transition, they take the Virgin as their ‘ascent and mediator’ in their sufferings (which they compare with their own and know ‘they are heard’) and look towards the final horizon (clean and close after the cross) to Christ who suffers on the cross and who crowns everything. In short, the Christian theology of, ‘one must suffer to reach glory’.The presence of a heraldic coat of arms flying in the upper right-hand corner is a clear reference to the person who commissioned the work, the owner or donor of the painting.
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Spink, a sapphire and diamond ring, of bombé design, centred with a cushion-shaped sapphire weighing 3.58cts, in a surround of single-cut diamonds to shoulders pavé-set with fancy yellow diamonds weighing approximately 2.50cts, mounted in 18ct gold, size N, London hallmarks for 1995, stamped Spink 3.58ct and J3785Accompanied by GCS report no. 5783-3875, dated 12th September 2023, stating that the sapphire is of Sri Lankan (Ceylon) origin, with no evidence of heat treatment.
A sapphire and diamond cluster ring, the oval-cut sapphire weighing 13.16cts within a surround of pear-shaped and brilliant-cut diamonds in white gold, stamped 750, maker's mark JK, size N1/2Accompanied by GCS report no. 5784-1700, dated 8th March 2024, and facsimile GRS report no. GRS2013-101694, dated 13th November 2013, both stating that the sapphire is of Myanmar (Burma) origin, with no evidence of heat treatment.
An Edwardian sapphire and diamond pendant necklace, early 20th century, the articulated pendant with a circular-cut sapphire in an openwork rope-twist surround, suspended below a brilliant-cut diamond mounted in a lozenge, with a circular-cut sapphire in a circular frame above, mounted in gold, length 43cm, stamped 750, fitted case
An emerald and diamond pendant, the pear-shaped emerald set within a graduated diamond surround in yellow gold, French control mark and rubbed maker's lozenge, on oval-link gold chain, pendant length 3cm, chain length 45cmAccompanied by report number 15992 dated 20th July 2018 from GPL, London stating that the emerald shows evidence of moderate clarity enhancement, origin opinion: Colombia
An early 20th century labradorite necklace and brooch, the fine oval-link chain set with graduated labradorite cabochons, centring on an articulated labradorite and white stone drop on knife-edge links, necklace length 38cm, with a similar labradorite and diamond brooch, with a carved labradorite eagle within starburst surround of graduated old-cut diamonds in gold, width 4.3cm, fitted case by E.W.Payne
An important ducal gold and enamel collar necklace, England, 1860s, commissioned by John Winston Spencer-Churchill, 7th Duke of Marlborough, designed in the Renaissance Revival style, the elaborate scrolling gold collar set with eight lockets, seven of which are decorated with the initials of their children in enamel with forget-me-nots in a floral wreath surround, the other with a Ducal coronet set with rubies and diamonds, the reverse with oval glazed locket compartments engraved with the full name of each child and their date of birth, length 41cm, lockets 2.2 x 2.9cmThis extraordinary necklace is a superb example of the historicism of the Victorian age, and the influence that medieval and Renaissance art and architecture had on both decorative art in the middle of the 19th century, and the imaginations of some of its most prominent patrons.
A Regency amethyst and aquamarine parure, early 19th century, comprising a necklace set with graduated oval-shaped amethysts in pierced repousse surrounds separated with pear-shaped aquamarines within cannetille surrounds in yellow gold, the principal cluster with a pendant loop, length 46cm, with a matching amethyst and aquamarine brooch/pendant within elaborate foliate and cannetille surround suspending three articulated amethyst drops, length 8.2cm and a pair of matching amethyst drop earrings, length 4.6cm, later post fittings, in fitted leather case
Gübelin, an emerald, natural pearl and diamond brooch, mid 20th century, centring on a step-cut emerald measuring approximately 10.3 x 8.9 x 4.5mm, within a surround designed as an abstract starburst, set with brilliant-cut and baguette diamonds, and pearls, mounted in platinum, length 8.3cmAccompanied by report number 25045 from GPL London dated 30th August 24 stating that the three largest pearls are natural saltwater, the largest measuring 6.6mm diameter, the remaining pearls untested
A sapphire and diamond cluster ring, the cushion-shaped sapphire weighing 3.53cts set within a surround of old cushion-shaped diamonds in platinum and gold, size NAccompanied by report number 140166 dated 30th August 2024 from SSEF stating that the sapphire shows no indications of heating, origin: Kashmir
An emerald and diamond cluster ring, set with a step-cut emerald weighing approximately 2.20 carats, within a surround of round brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in platinum, size NAccompanied by GCS report no. 5784-2148, dated 22nd April 2024, stating that the emerald is Colombian, with evidence of moderate clarity enhancement.
A VENETIAN CUT AND ETCHED GLASS MIRROR early 20th century, the octagonal bevelled plate within a sectional surround with foliate cresting, 96.5cm x 57cm; together with a similar dressing mirror, with stand to the reverse, 53cm x 42cm (2)Provenance: Property formerly in the collection at West Hall, Long Burton.
Pair of 19th century Sevres pattern porcelain and ormolu six light candelabra, each with branches cast as lilies, carnations etc, the two handled vase shaped base with oval panels painted with cherubs amongst flowers on a bleu de ciel surround and raised on an ormolu foliate stem and circular base with scrolling bracket feet H76cm (2)
IRAN, MOHAMMAD REZA PAHLAVI SHAH, COMMEMORATIVE MEDAL PENDANT The medal commemorating the 2,500th anniversary of the Persian Empire, in a polished and rope twist surround, with polished triangular bale Size/dimensions: 4.3cm diameter Gross weight: 44 grams Condition Report: Some light wear commensurate with age and use Condition Report Disclaimer
AN AMETHYST AND DIAMOND CLUSTER RING The oval cut amethyst within a millegrain set old brilliant cut diamond surround, unmarked Size/dimensions: ring size L Gross weight: 4.8 grams Condition Report: Amethyst measuring 11.35 x 7.80 x 5.15mm, calculated weight approximately 2.40 carats, of a light violet hue with some windowing to the centre. Nicks, scratches and abrasions to facet edges, a chip to a crown facet Diamonds approximately 0.04-0.05ct each, 0.55ct total, average estimated clarity Si2-I1, average estimated colour I/J Hoop unmarked, evidence of previous resizing, wear commensurate with regular wear Condition Report Disclaimer
A FRENCH DIAMOND AND CULTURED PEARL DRESS RING The Tahitian cultured pearl and cultured pearl within a surround of brilliant cut diamonds, approximately 1.20 carats total, to a reeded shank stamped with French poinçons Size/dimensions: ring size L 1/2 Gross weight: 10.8 grams Condition Report: Diamonds all present and correct, bright and lively, some losses to the pearl skins, particularly to the black pearl. Some general wear to the setting commensurate with use. The diamonds colour mostly H-K, clarity varying VS2-I1. The shank has poincons for platinum and gold. Condition Report Disclaimer
Y A COLLECTION OF COSTUME JEWELLERY AND TWO HANDLES To include a gilt metal belcher link chain, suspending various pendants including Archangel Michael, a Spanish 5 Pesetas coin, a putti with a goblet, crucifixion scene, and a pierced oval medallion; an oval blue stone panel, within a ropetwist surround; three freshwater cultured pearl necklaces; a simulated pearl dress ring; two gilt metal necklaces; a green paste dress necklace; a white metal bunch of grapes; a pique set tortoiseshell handle; and a resin and white paste handle Gross weight: 1000 grams Condition Report: Collection as found Condition Report Disclaimer
A LEMON QUARTZ AND DIAMOND CLUSTER RING The facetted rectangular quartz within a surround of brilliant cut diamonds, to diamond set bifurcated shoulders, stamped 750 Size/dimensions: ring size N Gross weight: 8.0 grams Condition Report: There is abrasion to the crown facet edges, the stone isn't quite straight in the setting, there is general wear to the setting commensurate with use. The setting has been rhodium plated, but the plating is coming off at the back of the shank showing a slightly gold tone. Condition Report Disclaimer
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