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Cartier Tank Must De SM Vermeil Lemon Dial 1980s SKU 1397 This Cartier Tank Must De SM from the 1980s showcases a beautifully preserved lemon dial, one of the most distinctive and ...

'Australia' With decorative border surrounds and vignettes including a view of Sydney, Kangaroos, Natives of Australia Felix, Australian Parrots and Cockatoos and Natives of the Tri...

'I Messicani celebrano il principio del secolo' / 'I selvaggi messicani celebrano il fine del secolo' Italian lithograph, c1841. Originally from 'Galleria universale di tutti i popo...

'Vettura di Candadesi' / 'Cerimonia per defunli degl' Indiani nel Canada' Italian lithograph, c1841. Originally from 'Galleria universale di tutti i popoli del mondo' by Giuseppe An...

'Cerimonia nuziale degl' Indiani nel Canada' / 'Cerimonia di uno scioglim : di matrimonio degl' Indiani nel Canada' Italian lithograph, c1841. Originally from 'Galleria universale d...

Colour lithograph, 1890. 285mm by 210mm (sheet). From W Peck's 'A Handbook and Atlas of Astronomy', 1890. Sir William Peck FRSE FRAS (1862 – 1925) was a Scottish astronomer and scien...

Brand: Hermes Product: Constance 24cm Limited Edition Size: CM: 24 l x 15 h x 5 d INCH: 9.5 l x 7 h x 2 d Strap: Versatile design allows it to be worn as a single or doubled strap...

'1-4 Morchella Lutescens 5-7 Morchella Abietina' Antique Swiss mushroom / fungi chromolithograph, lithographed by H Furrer after Fritz Leuba. The print is titled with the scientific...

'Agaricus Ovoideus' Antique Swiss mushroom / fungi chromolithograph, lithographed by H Furrer after Fritz Leuba. The print is titled with the scientific name...

A Solid Wooden Oak Three Legged Stool Interior design and Home Decor. Provenance: Private Australian Collection. Dimensions: Height: 38cm. Diamater: 33cm.

'Position' Chromolithograph, 1874, after Ape (Carlo Pellegrini 1839-1889) Vanity Fair portrait of the Duke of Devonshire. 380mm by 260mm (sheet)

'Celtic - Celtique - Keltisch' Late 19th century interior design chromolithograph, from Racinet’s ‘L’Ornement Polychrome’, 1887. Published in Paris. Albert Racinet's 'L' Ornement P...

A striking set of four “Easy” chairs designed by Ernesto Radaelli for Saporiti Italia in the 1980s. These chairs perfectly embody the bold and sculptural spirit of Italian postmodern...

A Greek Black Figure Style Grand Tour Lekythos, 19th Century Description: A narrow body, a single handle attached to the neck, and a flared base and lip. Lekythoi were primarily use...

'Persian - Persan - Persisch' Late 19th century interior design chromolithograph, from Racinet’s ‘L’Ornement Polychrome’, 1887. Published in Paris. Albert Racinet's 'L' Ornement Po...

European fashion design from the 'Atelier Sogra', published in Vienna. 325mm by 220mm (sheet)

An elegant Roger Vivier heel in rich aubergine patent leather, finished with the house’s signature gold-tone buckle detail. A refined statement shoe with a 95mm heel, ideal for eveni...

'Odontoglossums' Flowers are numbered with a key to the varieties below the image. Antique English flower botanical chromolithograph.

'Agaricus Vaginatus' (grisette or the grisette amanita) Antique Swiss mushroom / fungi chromolithograph, lithographed by H Furrer after Fritz Leuba. The print is titled with the sci...

Own a piece of iconic Italian design with this stunning Olympe large table lamp by Harvey Guzzini for ED, crafted in the 1970s.

Wide Blackened Elbow Wall Light by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 13 x D 9.5 x H 20.5 cm Materials: Blackened bronze. Available in blackened, aluminum, a...

Style your interior floors with the beauty of a natural fur rug that looks and feels luxurious whilst adding the natural charm, elegance and character ...

Introduce rich and irresistible tactile elements to your decor with this sumptuous teal fur pillow. Featuring a pure wool pile with superior silky softness, t...

Imperial Russian Tsar Nicholas I Naval Technical and Engineering Gymnasium Badge Finds such as these are incredibly rare, that truly deserve a museum display, as it’s a fascinati...

Tito Agnoli for Cinova, sofa or daybed model 711, leather, laminated wood, brass, Italy, 1968 Cubic sofa that can be transformed into a daybed by Italian designer Tito Agnoli for Cin...

Timepieces by Omega have been long admired for their functionality, desirability & power. This particular example is a classical vintage Omega ref 131.001-63-9C gents' watch, da...

A German Repousse Brass Alms Dish, 17th Century These dishes were originally used as everyday flatware by the wealthy during the Medieval period, serv...

Description: A singular example of Guanyin. Deviating from the Bodhisattva’s conventional pose of ‘royal ease’, the figure is instead seated in the meditative padmasana, or ‘lotus position’, rendering this Guanyin something of a rarity. An Apana more typically associated with depictions of Buddhas, Guanyin assuming this pose immediately signifies this figure as one of particular spiritual reverence. Both feet are revealed crossed upon one another from beneath fabric which spills before her, her left palm turned upward with her hand resting upon her left knee and her right raised in a relaxed gesture. Adorned with a diadem housing a depiction of Amitabha Buddha, her own spiritual guide, she exudes an air of tranquil regality, further characterised by her numerous strings of beads and elaborately fastened dhoti, attire traditionally reserved for Indian princes. Though the figure’s dress is Indian her face is undoubtedly exemplifying artistic Chinese beauty standards. Her face is soft and rounded, full in both the lips and cheeks, with eyes that restfully peer down, as though she is watching over the worries of mankind with compassion. Notes on the item: Guanyin is the Chinese interpretation of Avalokiteshvara, the Indian Bodhisattva of compassion. The term “Bodhisattva” is derived from the Sanskrit “Bodhi”, meaning ‘awakening’ or ‘enlightenment’, combined with “Sattva”, meaning ‘spirit’ or ‘being’, referring to one on the path to achieving enlightenment. Bodhisattvas in Mayahana Buddhism are recognised as figures who have effectively achieved enlightenment yet relinquish their accension to nirvana in order to remain amongst mankind in the ultimate act of compassion to aid as spiritual guides. As such, the Bodhisattva inhabit a liminal space between samsara and nirvana; enlightened beings that maintain a relationship with humanity that buddhas cannot, as attaining Buddhahood necessitates the abandonment of all worldly attachments, including mankind. Guanyin’s very name, ‘One who hears the cries of the world’ highlights this role as a compassionate figure who acknowledges the suffering and strife of man. Along with Mahāsthāmaprāpta, a fellow bodhisattva, Guanyin serves as an attendant to Buddha Amitabha, with these three deities recognised as the Three Sages of Western Pure Land Buddhism, a sect of Mayahana Buddhism popular in East Asia. Avalokiteshvara is commonly posited to have been adopted from Indian Buddhism into China as Guanyin around 200-400 CE, however it was the Tang dynasty (618-907) which saw the popularisation of the deity. By the Ming (1358–1644) and Qing (1644–1911) dynasties, Guanyin held the position as the most popular female deity in China. The unique state of religion in China held no monolithic canon regarding Buddhism and saw the assimilation of several belief systems, primarily Daoism, Buddhism and Confucianism. Consequently, Guanyin became a deity to be revered beyond Buddhism alone, appointed as both an official imperial deity and Daoist deity in the 12th century. Guanyin may also be seen to fulfil the role of idealised femininity as prescribed by Confucianism, with the scarcity of female Chinese deities perhaps accounting for the gradual gender shift Guanyin underwent. The Indian Avalokiteshvara is unequivocally recognised as male, whilst the supposed gender of Guanyin remains contentious. Although there is a clear shift from the masculine Avalokiteshvara towards a more feminine representation, it is unclear if Guanyin is understood to be entirely feminine, to inhabit qualities of both genders or to be elevated beyond gender entirely, embodying neither. Depictions of Guanyin are highly androgynous, which some believe lends credence towards Guanyin symbolising the unity of dualistic forces as recognised in Daoism, displaying the anthropomorphism of yin and yang. Comparative Analysis: Market comparisons of similar Qing Dynasty polychrome figures of Guanyin include lot 767 (no.2) From Christies ‘Important Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art,’ New York, 25 March 2022, with the price realised USD 52,920 (Estimate USD 20,000 – USD 30,000). Christies also auctioned a comparable polychrome Guanyin...

A signature Alaïa silhouette reimagined with tactile artistry, this sleeveless A-line mini dress is crafted in a sculptural textured knit with dramatic, layered fringe that moves bea...

A Pair of Japanese Imari Beaker Vases, 19th Century Provenance: Private Brisbane Collection. Description: Each decorated with alternating panels of garden pavilio...

Artist: 広重 Hiroshige (1797-1858) Series: Famous Places in the Eastern Capital (Tôto meisho) (東都名所) Title: View of Kasumigaseki (Kasumigaseki no zu) 霞がせきの図 Size: O-ban 大判 24.2 x 36...

English moth chromolithograph, circa 1900. Plate number top right. From an English series of illustrations of butterflies and moths. Butterflies / moths are numbered and there is an ...

This long wool grey sheepskin bean bag chair cover is the must-have shaggy bean bag for anyone who wants to live in ultimate comfort. Australi...

Featuring a 6ct Pink Tourmaline Burmese ruby set band Made to order 18ct rose gold Made to order in your size Unisex style Comes in luxury p...

Yves Saint Laurent 'LOVE 1997' Original Vintage Poster In 1970, Yves Saint Laurent designed the first in a series of greeting cards in poster form that he would send his friends, ...

'The Discobolus' Photogravure after Donald Macbeth. Donald Macbeth was a commercial photographer who seems to have held a quasi-official position at the British Museum, where he reg...

A Japanese Hibachi cast in bronze from the Meiji period decorated with silver vines and copper and gold leaf's.

A Japanese Floral Imari Vase, 19th Century Provenance: Private Australian Collectio...

This elegant Tiffany & Co. diamond ring is crafted in 18ct yellow gold and is signed “TIFFANY & Co” and “750”, reflecting the brand’s renowned craftsmanship and timeless desi...

Utagawa Hiroshige (Japanese, Tokyo (Edo) 1797–1858 Tokyo (Edo)) Kannondo, Abuto, Bingo Province, from the series Views of Famous Places in the Sixty-Odd Provinces Period: Edo period ...

'His religion is the worship of all sorts of winged and finny freaks' Chromolithograph, 1905. Vanity Fair portrait of of Sir Edwin Ray Lankester. KCB, FRS (1847 -1929) was an inve...

Sphere Console Table in American Oak by Hegi Design House Limited Edition Of 30 Signed Pieces. Dimensions: Ø 100 x H 74 cm. Materials: American oak. This console is available in Am...

Crafted from 18 karat yellow gold this band which takes the form of bamboo was made by Tiffany and Company. The ring which is perfect for stacking is in lovely condition, however can...

Set of 2 Brass Planchart Handles by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 2 x D 8 x H 19 cm Materials: Brass Brass Planchart Handle to suit cabinetry and doors. Each piece is sand cast and ru...

'Tacsonia' Process print from Frederick William Hulme’s ‘Familiar Wild Flowers’, circa 1890. Hulme was known as a teacher and an amateur botanist. He was the Professor of Freehand ...

True to the era this Art Deco diamond brooch is crafted in 18k white gold with a platinum top plate and settings. Featuring geometric saw pierced, mille-grained and bezel settings se...

'Fontaine de la Place du Chatelet', tinted lithograph by Felix Benoist (1818-1896). From a series of lithographs depicting the famous buildings of Paris -...

A Framed Faux Stumpwork Tapestry, Late 18th / Early 19th Century The oval tapestry depicting a couple and a dog passing through an archway from wooded to architectural land. Height...

Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 'Le Bambole' sofa, brown patinated leather, Italy, 1972. This piece is one of the very rare prototypes or early editions, and still 100% original, r...

The Selene Surface Sconce has been inversely repurposed from the FSC-certified timber of our Terra 00 range. Suitable as a wall light or ceiling light in both residential and commer...

Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni are renowned Italian designers known for their innovative and functional designs, particularly in lighting. One of their standout creations is th...

French chromolithograph, published in 1931. Printed title lower right of sheet. Plate number top right. From a French series of illustrations of birds. 195mm by 265mm (sheet)

English butterfly chromolithograph, circa 1900. Plate number top right. From an English series of illustrations of butterflies and moths. Butterflies / moths are numbered and there i...

Original vintage French wine poster by Savignac 'Buvons Ici Le Vin Nouveau' 1993 A celebration of new wine, buvons le vin nouveau! Each year the third Thursday in November marks the...

This painting is unstretched and unframed. It will be carefully rolled and shipped in a tube. "Creating large-scale abstract paintings that evoke tranquility and presence in any spac...

This beautiful necklace from the Victorian era is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features three lengths of woven rope style chain secured by a barrel clasp. Metal: 18k yellow gold ...

This very useable crystal bowl was made by the famed Czech glassmaker, Moser. The bowl which is made from lead free crystal is in the 'Splendid' pattern which was first introduced by...

TO U.S.A BUYERS: DON’T SWEAT ABOUT 15% TRUMP’S TARIFF - WE COVER IT BY GIVING YOU 15% DISCOUNT! Mid-XIXc Victorian Police Constable's Painted Truncheon by Field, Holborn (London) ...

Rare full set of two armchairs and a three seater sofa by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti. The "Confidential" is one of the first modular sofas ever produced for private homes. Polyure...

Inspired by the timeless design language of Angelo Mangiarotti, this exquisite chess set is a sculptural celebration of form, function, and natural material. Each piece is meticulous...