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TO U.S.A BUYERS: DON’T SWEAT ABOUT 15% TRUMP’S TARIFF - WE COVER IT BY GIVING YOU 15% DISCOUNT! Of desirable signet design, this solid & heavy Retro Gents’ Ring is meticulously c...

TO U.S.A BUYERS: DON’T SWEAT ABOUT 15% TRUMP’S TARIFF - WE COVER IT BY GIVING YOU 15% DISCOUNT! This exquisite piece of jewellery is dating back to an Edwardian – turn of XXc peri...

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

Piaget Peacock 9814 E43 Lapis Dial Blue Enamel 18k White Gold 1970s SKU 1411 A magnificent example of Piaget’s artistry from the 1970s, this Piaget Peacock Ref. 9814 E43 is a creat...

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...

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

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...

TO U.S.A BUYERS: DON’T SWEAT ABOUT 15% TRUMP’S TARIFF - WE COVER IT BY GIVING YOU 15% DISCOUNT! This Magnificent Charm Bracelet is crafted in 925 Sterling Silver, featuring 20 cha...

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)

Original vintage poster, Cordial Campari Nizzoli, 1927 Condition backing / material: Linen (backed on acid-free paper and cotton canvas) Printer...

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...

'R.A.M' Chromolithograph. 1904. Vanity Fair musician portrait of Sir Alexander Campbell Mackenzie (1847 - 1935) who was a Scottish composer, conductor and teacher best known for h...

'Maenad in Frenzy' Photogravure from a collection of photogravures depicting Greek and Roman marbles and bronzes in the British museum. Plate number above top right corner of the im...

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...

'Eggs' Antique English natural history chromolithograph. Key to eggs below the image. Tiny numbers in the margins to identify the eggs. Sheet 19cm by 12.5cm, image 13cm by 9.5cm.

A powerful LED light source reflects off a delicately curved dish, accenting a room with a soft indirect light. The in-studio patina bronze features a deep, chocolatey finish, addi...

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

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...

Luxurious and decadent, this fur bedroom pillow embraces natural styling. Handcrafted from ethically sourced rabbit fur skins, the long lumbar pillow looks ...

Custom made to your size * please contact our team to discuss your size and selection of your columbian emerald. 3ct columbian Emerald 18ct yellow gold Forget me Knot petal style...

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) ...

An English Victorian Cast Iron Painted Doorstops, 19th Century Provenance: Private Australian Collection. Dimensions; Height: 25cm. Width: 16cm. Depth: 6cm.

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...

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

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...

'Eduard Strauss' Chromolithograph, 1895. Vanity Fair musician portrait of Eduard Strauss (1835 – 1916) the Austrian composer. 400mm by 270mm (sheet)

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...

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...

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...

'Flowering Shrubs' Antique English flower botanical chromolithograph.

'Bassets Griffons de Bretagne et de Vendee'. French chromolithograph, published in 1931. Signed by artist in the plate. Printed title lower right of sheet. Plate number top right. F...

Bucky Vitrine Pendant Light by Christopher Boots Dimensions: D 110 x H 20 cm. Materials: Glass, brass, aluminum. Available in brass or stainless steel frame. Please contact us. BUC...

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...

XVIII century (circa 1790) AquaForte (etching) Print "Chiesa di San Marco" (San Marco Church in Rome) Signed by Agapito Franzetti Measurements (including frame): 31cm x 30cm Meas...

This classic Tiffany & Co. knife edge wedding band is crafted in platinum (PT950), showcasing the brand’s signature understated elegance and timeless design. The slim 2mm band fe...

ANDRÉ BRASILIER (1908-1992) AUTOMNE FINLANDAIS, 1977 Lithograph on wove paper Annotated "épreuve d'artiste" low left Singed low right Image 46 x 64 cm Frame 76 x 92 x3 cm Y. Le Pi...

'Oxlip' 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 and...

This Magnificent South Sea Pearl Knotted Necklet is of desirable length – 42cm (16.5 inches), comprising 27 South Sea Pearls, of semi-baroque & circle shape, of impressively large...

'Passiflora Cinnabarina' (Passionflower) Botanical lithograph of an Australian native plant with original hand-colouring , 1871, by Walter Hood Fitch (1817...

Designed by Ward Wijnant Designed in 2021 by Dutch artist and designer Ward Winant, this contemporary collectible piece is handmade in the Netherlands using a mold-pressed aluminium...

'N Poussin' Steel-engraving, by J Posselwhite after a self-portrait by Poussin. C1850. 125mm by 100mm (image) 270mm by 175mm (sheet) Nicolas Poussin was a French painter who was ...

The Bloc Wall Sconce's brutalist sculptural form takes inspiration from classic minimalist sculpture from the 1960s, reimagined through an interplay of solid, intersecting blocks. It...

The Altar Gueridon by Paloma Editions is handcrafted in Italy, uniting artisanal mastery with digital precision. Its bold vertical geometry echoes the unyielding Roman votive pedesta...

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...

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...

The Artona sideboard by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, produced by Maxalto in the 1970s, is a classic piece of furniture that exemplifies the elegant simplici...

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...

Add exotic flair to your interiors with this zebra print pillow. Australian Designer and Artisan, Emily Barbara personally pre-selects and pre-pat...

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...

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...

Designer's Notes HK09 "Handelsmann and Khaw have long admired the quality and refinement of Dunlin's collections. Our first collection came about from where we found a need for fea...

French botanical flower engraving, 1818. Colour-printed stipple engraving by J Lambert after Pierre Turpin (1775-1840) From Francois Pierre Chaumeton's 'Flore Medicale' which portrayed a variety of flowers, trees and herbs which could be used for treating illnesses. The engravings were produced during the great period of French colour printing using the stipple-engraving process pioneered by the great botanical artist Pierre-Jospeh Redoute. The artist is the celebrated Pierre Jean Francois Turpin...

'Swallow-wort Gentian' 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 ...

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...

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...

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...

Edition: 1/3 Work can be hung with either the WallCleat system (support bar supplied) or the screw-eye system if it needs support from wire or above. Available in 4 weeks turnaroun...

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, ...

'Caryatid of the Erechtheum' Photogravure from a collection of photogravures depicting Greek and Roman marbles and bronzes in the British museum. Plate number above top right corner...

A Tapered Square Marble Pillar, 19th Century The square moulded capital of the pillar above a deep neck and a pulvinated astragal, the tapered shaft with a raised panel of conformin...