1820

A pair of Empire ormolu-mounted Chinese porcelain baluster vases, the porcelain Jiaqing period (1796-1821), the mounts, circa 1815, the neck and handle mounts, circa 1820. Photo: Christie's Images Ltd., 2011 Each of bottle shape, stoutly potted with rounded sides, densely decorated with the Eight Daoist Emblems, anbaxian, tied with long fluttering ribbons, amongst 'ball' flowers, butterflies, cloud scrolls and bats in flight, with a lappet band rising above the short slightly-splayed foot, all set against a celadon ground,... [Lire la suite]

LA RÉCEPTION CHEZ LE MANDARIN. Chine, Canton vers 1830.  Photo Aponem Eventail de type brisé en bambou laqué noir à décor or, orné d'un cartel historié d'une réception au milieu des pavillons des jardins du sud de la Chine. L'entourage est décoré de fleurs et d'emblèmes taoïstes. Une frise de philosophes est peinte en haut des brins. Bélière. H.t.: 10'' ½ - 28,5 cm. Estimation : 1 000 - 1 500 € AUTOUR DE LA RIVIÈRE DES PERLES. Vers 1850 Eventail, la feuille en papier peint à la gouache. Sur une face, une scène... [Lire la suite]

An. 1841-1847, Annam, Empereur Thiêu Tri (1841-1847) 1 tiên au sceptre non daté frappé à Hué RARE ( Monnaie hors collection), 3,85gr, Sh.288 / KM.323, TTB+ - Estimation : 3300/3600€ An. 1841-, Annam, Empereur Thiêu Tri (1841-1848) 5 Tiên en argent pièce Phu to da nam Rare, 17,3gr, Sh.253 / V.172, pr.Sup  Estimation : 500/700€ An. 1848-, Annam, Empereur Tu Duc (1848-1883) 5 Tiên en argent Rare, 19gr, Sh.360 / KM.284 / V.263 (arg), pr.Sup - Estimation : 500/700€ An. 1848-,... [Lire la suite]

A diamond necklace, circa 1820.  photo courtesy Bonhams The articulated collar composed of alternating circular clusters and openwork spindle-shaped links, collet-set throughout with cushion-shaped diamonds, graduating in size from the centre, mounted in silver and gold, some in closed-back settings, diamonds approximately 32.00 carats total, length 38.5cm., central clusters detach to form a bracelet, bracelet length 16.6cm., cased by S J Phillips. Sold for £64,800 A pair of diamond pendeloque earrings, circa... [Lire la suite]

Regency Polychrome Penwork Chinoiserie Cabinet. England, circa 1820. photo Kentshire Galleries Ltd. An extraordinary Regency polychrome and monochrome elaborately decorated and fitted penwork cabinet with chinoiserie decoration of figures and pagodas in gardens. height: 77 1/2 - depth: 25 1/2 - width/length: 44 1/2. Very good antique condition. Slight restorations to penwork side panels. Price onb application.Kentshire Galleries Ltd. Phone: 212-673-6644 212-673-6644 - E-Mail: info@kentshire.com

Gold and amethyst demi-parure, circa 1820. photo Sotheby's Est. 7,000—10,000 GBP. Lot Sold 15,625 GBP Amethyst, pearl and diamond pendant, 19th century. photo Sotheby's Est. 7,000—10,000 GBP Lot Sold 9,375 GBP Amethyst and diamond combination jewel and cultured pearl necklace. photo Sotheby's Est. 4,000—6,000 GBP Lot Sold 8,500 GBP Amethyst and diamond brooch/pendant, late 19th century. photo Sotheby's Est. 5,000—7,000 GBP. Lot Sold 8,125 GBP Amethyst and diamond pendant, circa... [Lire la suite]

A George IV silver-gilt coral and bells, Charles Rawlings, London, circa 1820. photo Sotheby's maker's mark at top, others below, date letter not clear. measurements: length 5 1/4 in. 13.4 cm. Est. 1,200—1,500 USD. Lot Sold 3,750 USD Sotheby's. Property from the Collection of Mrs. Charles Wrightsman: The London Residence. 28 Apr 10. New York www.sothebys.com

Belle et rare tabatière formée d'une carapace de tortue étoilée de Madagascar. France, circa 1820 Intérieur en vermeil à motifs gravés de palmettes. MO : Denis Bourgoin (reçu en 1777). Long.: 7,5 cm. Estimation : 600 / 800 € Vente du Vendredi 26 juin 2009. Tabacologie, Opium. Coutau-Begarie - Paris

Neo Classical Chinoiserie red lacquered chimneypiece. English, circa 1820. in the early Georgian manner with raised lacquer detail design depicting scenes from Chinese folklore on the frieze and jambs and ornately carved giltwood scrolls supporting the shelf. With restorations.  Price on application. Westland London - westland@westlandlondon.com - http://www.westlandlondon.com

An early 19th century diamond cross pendant, circa 1820 The cross fleury set throughout with cushion-shaped diamonds, mounted in silver and gold, diamonds approximately 9.00 carats total, detachable suspensory loop, pendant length 6.2cm. Estimate: £6,000 - 8,000 Bonhams. Fine Jewellery, 29 Apr 2009. New Bond Street www.bonhams.com (Copyright © 2002-2009 Bonhams 1793 Ltd., Images and Text All Rights Reserved)