26th Feb, 2025 9:30
Country House Sale
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A LARGE CHINESE SILVER BOWL
marked KH and with artisan marks, probably Shanghai, late 19th/ early 20th Century, of circular form with gently rounded sides rising to an undulating rim, the sides beautifully decorated with applied birds amidst blossoming prunus trees, all raised on a stepped circular foot. 14.5cm high, 24.5cm diameter, 32.3 troy ounces
Sold for £1,500
marked KH and with artisan marks, probably Shanghai, late 19th/ early 20th Century, of circular form with gently rounded sides rising to an undulating rim, the sides beautifully decorated with applied birds amidst blossoming prunus trees, all raised on a stepped circular foot. 14.5cm high, 24.5cm diameter, 32.3 troy ounces
Auction: Country House Sale, 26th Feb, 2025
Our February Two-Day Country House Sale offers a diverse array of nearly 1200 lots, showcasing pieces with exceptional provenance, including items from the Galtres family and other distinguished deceased estates. Silver treasures include a magnificent Omar Ramsden centrepiece (commissioned by Lord Hyndley, London 1934) and a George IV silver-gilt wine cooler by John Bridge (London 1825). A private collection of Art Deco bronzes features a striking cold-painted bronze dancer by Josef Lorenzl. The Galtres family collection comprises over 100 lots, highlighted by a rare William and Mary burr elm chest of drawers and cricket table. A truly remarkable piece is a leather suitcase gifted by Howard Carter to his friend John ‘Tim’ Healey.
Viewing
Monday 24th February 10am-4pm
Tuesday 25th February 10am-4pm
