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Fine Art Sale
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Rowley Fine Art Ltd.
Tattersalls' Sale Ring
Newmarket, Suffolk
CB8 9AY
United Kingdom

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Fine Art Sale

Auction dates
21 May 2013 10:30 BST
Auction currency
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An animal`s tail fly whisk With carved and pierced wooden handle. 86 cms long overall. Generally
Lot 127
An animal`s tail fly whisk With carved and pierced wooden handle. 86 cms long overall. Generally
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An African tribal mask With applied cowrie shells and rope twist hair and beard. The mask 25 cms
Lot 128
An African tribal mask With applied cowrie shells and rope twist hair and beard. The mask 25 cms
90 GBP
100 - 150 GBP
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An African carved softwood tribal mask 38 cms high. Generally in good condition, expected wear, some
Lot 129
An African carved softwood tribal mask 38 cms high. Generally in good condition, expected wear, some
80 GBP
100 - 150 GBP
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A carved African tribal mask With applied cowrie and other shells and rope twist hair and beard. The
Lot 130
A carved African tribal mask With applied cowrie and other shells and rope twist hair and beard. The
80 GBP
100 - 150 GBP
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A carved African tribal mask With carved geometric decoration and rope twist hair. 35 cms high.
Lot 131
A carved African tribal mask With carved geometric decoration and rope twist hair. 35 cms high.
80 GBP
100 - 150 GBP
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A carved African tribal mask Modelled wearing a headdress surmounted with a similarly carved cloth
Lot 132
A carved African tribal mask Modelled wearing a headdress surmounted with a similarly carved cloth
80 GBP
100 - 150 GBP
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An early 20th century leopard skin rug, circa 1900 The detached head with inset glass eyes and
Lot 133
An early 20th century leopard skin rug, circa 1900 The detached head with inset glass eyes and
320 GBP
400 - 600 GBP
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A preserved and mounted roach Set in a bowed case with a naturalistic background. The case 50 cms
Lot 134
A preserved and mounted roach Set in a bowed case with a naturalistic background. The case 50 cms
170 GBP
200 - 300 GBP
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A pair of resin model perch In a bow fronted glazed case, set with a naturalistic background with
Lot 135
A pair of resin model perch In a bow fronted glazed case, set with a naturalistic background with
360 GBP
400 - 600 GBP
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A flintlock pistol With brass and polished steel mounts and a brass mounted ramrod. 39 cms long.
Lot 136
A flintlock pistol With brass and polished steel mounts and a brass mounted ramrod. 39 cms long.
180 GBP
200 - 300 GBP
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Two early 19th century muff pistols One with folding trigger. The largest 18 cms long. (2) Rust
Lot 137
Two early 19th century muff pistols One with folding trigger. The largest 18 cms long. (2) Rust
110 GBP
120 - 180 GBP
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A pair of Victorian polished steel handcuffs Of typical form. 24 cms wide. Some pitting and wear,
Lot 138
A pair of Victorian polished steel handcuffs Of typical form. 24 cms wide. Some pitting and wear,
50 GBP
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A Victorian glazed display cabinet containing various preserved and mounted exotic birds.
Lot 139
A Victorian glazed display cabinet containing various preserved and mounted exotic birds.
600 GBP
200 - 300 GBP
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An 18th century South American Chilean white metal mounted dagger with white metal sheath The
Lot 140
An 18th century South American Chilean white metal mounted dagger with white metal sheath The
600 GBP
400 - 600 GBP
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An 18th century Spanish basket hilt sword The basket with pierced decoration. 99 cms long. Handle
Lot 141
An 18th century Spanish basket hilt sword The basket with pierced decoration. 99 cms long. Handle
90 GBP
100 - 150 GBP
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A 19th century Army Officers sabre With a lion headed shagreen handle, the hilt with GR cypher,
Lot 142
A 19th century Army Officers sabre With a lion headed shagreen handle, the hilt with GR cypher,
360 GBP
400 - 600 GBP
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An 18th century hunting sword With carved horn handle, the blade with incised fleur-de-lys armoury
Lot 143
An 18th century hunting sword With carved horn handle, the blade with incised fleur-de-lys armoury
170 GBP
200 - 300 GBP
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A Chinese horn handled double sword The shagreen scabbard with brass mounts. 65 cms long. General
Lot 144
A Chinese horn handled double sword The shagreen scabbard with brass mounts. 65 cms long. General
360 GBP
400 - 600 GBP
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A 19th century Arab jambiya and sheath With a horn handle and unmarked white metal mounts. 32 cms
Lot 145
A 19th century Arab jambiya and sheath With a horn handle and unmarked white metal mounts. 32 cms
130 GBP
150 - 250 GBP
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An Italian polished steel assassin`s stiletto knife, possibly 17th century The blade triangular
Lot 146
An Italian polished steel assassin`s stiletto knife, possibly 17th century The blade triangular
360 GBP
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An 18th century bone handled hunting hanger Tip lacking, scabbard damaged, some general wear,
Lot 147
An 18th century bone handled hunting hanger Tip lacking, scabbard damaged, some general wear,
130 GBP
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A 19th century Indian bronze figure of a deity, possibly Parvati 30 cms high. Generally in good
Lot 150
A 19th century Indian bronze figure of a deity, possibly Parvati 30 cms high. Generally in good
90 GBP
100 - 150 GBP
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A 19th century Indian bronze figure of a deity Modelled seated, playing a stringed instrument. 19.
Lot 151
A 19th century Indian bronze figure of a deity Modelled seated, playing a stringed instrument. 19.
90 GBP
100 - 150 GBP
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A 19th century Indian bronze figure of a deity Modelled seated. 18 cms high. Generally in good
Lot 152
A 19th century Indian bronze figure of a deity Modelled seated. 18 cms high. Generally in good
90 GBP
100 - 150 GBP
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An Indian bronze finial Modelled as the deity Hanuman opposing another figure; together with two
Lot 153
An Indian bronze finial Modelled as the deity Hanuman opposing another figure; together with two
30 GBP
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A fine quality Indian Bidri ware bottle vase and cover Typically decorated with foliate sprays and
Lot 154
A fine quality Indian Bidri ware bottle vase and cover Typically decorated with foliate sprays and
180 GBP
150 - 250 GBP
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A 19th/20th century Indian polished brass tuck box Of circular section with swing handle, the body
Lot 155
A 19th/20th century Indian polished brass tuck box Of circular section with swing handle, the body
90 GBP
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A Sino-Tibetan gilt bronze Buddha With patinated hair and seated in the lotus position on a lappet
Lot 156
A Sino-Tibetan gilt bronze Buddha With patinated hair and seated in the lotus position on a lappet
900 GBP
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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An Eastern bronze model of Buddha Modelled seated on a separate pierced and carved root wood base.
Lot 157
An Eastern bronze model of Buddha Modelled seated on a separate pierced and carved root wood base.
360 GBP
400 - 600 GBP
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A Middle Eastern bronze casket The hinged domed lid with loop handle and a latch with allover
Lot 158
A Middle Eastern bronze casket The hinged domed lid with loop handle and a latch with allover
170 GBP
100 - 150 GBP
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An Egyptian faience blue glazed shabti figure Together with a small similarly glazed cosmetic pot;
Lot 159
An Egyptian faience blue glazed shabti figure Together with a small similarly glazed cosmetic pot;
130 GBP
100 - 150 GBP
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DELHI SCHOOL (19th century) Three Erotic Scenes On ivory The largest 17 x 9 cms (3) Generally in
Lot 162
DELHI SCHOOL (19th century) Three Erotic Scenes On ivory The largest 17 x 9 cms (3) Generally in
360 GBP
400 - 600 GBP
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A 19th/20th century Indian carved ivory figure of Ganesh Typically modelled, on an ebonised plinth
Lot 163
A 19th/20th century Indian carved ivory figure of Ganesh Typically modelled, on an ebonised plinth
140 GBP
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A 19th century Indian ivory box and cover The domed removable lid above a cylindrical knopped carved
Lot 164
A 19th century Indian ivory box and cover The domed removable lid above a cylindrical knopped carved
90 GBP
100 - 150 GBP
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A 19th century Indian ivory desk thermometer Formed as an architectural monument, standing on a
Lot 165
A 19th century Indian ivory desk thermometer Formed as an architectural monument, standing on a
500 GBP
600 - 800 GBP
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A 19th century Anglo-Indian ivory, Vizagapatam, and Delhi ware miniature cabinet on chest The carved
Lot 166
A 19th century Anglo-Indian ivory, Vizagapatam, and Delhi ware miniature cabinet on chest The carved
1,300 GBP
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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A 19th century Anglo-Indian ivory and Vizagapatam box With hinged lid and typical decoration. 14.5
Lot 167
A 19th century Anglo-Indian ivory and Vizagapatam box With hinged lid and typical decoration. 14.5
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A framed 19th century Chinese rice paper painting Depicting a seated figure and child with a screen.
Lot 168
A framed 19th century Chinese rice paper painting Depicting a seated figure and child with a screen.
20 GBP
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A 19th century Chinese rice paper painting Depicting an Empress and her attendants, lacquered framed
Lot 169
A 19th century Chinese rice paper painting Depicting an Empress and her attendants, lacquered framed
360 GBP
150 - 250 GBP
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CHINESE SCHOOL (late 19th/20th century) Figures in various states of undress, breastfeeding Four
Lot 170
CHINESE SCHOOL (late 19th/20th century) Figures in various states of undress, breastfeeding Four
480 GBP
400 - 600 GBP
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A late 19th/early 20th century jacket Tailored from a Japanese kimono, the lining astrakhan.
Lot 172
A late 19th/early 20th century jacket Tailored from a Japanese kimono, the lining astrakhan.
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A Chinese cast bronze seal Surmounted with a dog-of-fo. 4.5 cms high. Generally in good condition,
Lot 175
A Chinese cast bronze seal Surmounted with a dog-of-fo. 4.5 cms high. Generally in good condition,
50 GBP
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A small Chinese enamel decorated yellow ground bowl The top rim with Greek key decoration above
Lot 176
A small Chinese enamel decorated yellow ground bowl The top rim with Greek key decoration above
20 GBP
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A Chinese enamel ink pot Decorated with an insect and fruit on a turquoise background, the underside
Lot 177
A Chinese enamel ink pot Decorated with an insect and fruit on a turquoise background, the underside
90 GBP
100 - 150 GBP
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A Chinese bronze libation cup Modelled as a mythical beast mask, the tongue forming the handle,
Lot 178
A Chinese bronze libation cup Modelled as a mythical beast mask, the tongue forming the handle,
170 GBP
200 - 300 GBP
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A Chinese archaistic bronze jue Of typical form, with moulded calligraphic text, geometric band
Lot 179
A Chinese archaistic bronze jue Of typical form, with moulded calligraphic text, geometric band
40 GBP
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A pair of 19th century Chinese bronze stands The galleried square section top above a pierced
Lot 180
A pair of 19th century Chinese bronze stands The galleried square section top above a pierced
320 GBP
200 - 300 GBP
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A pair of 19th century Chinese small bronze vases Each pierced domed removable lid mounted with a
Lot 181
A pair of 19th century Chinese small bronze vases Each pierced domed removable lid mounted with a
70 GBP
100 - 150 GBP
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A Chinese bronze censor With pierced handles, standing on three pointed feet, cast Chongxhen six
Lot 182
A Chinese bronze censor With pierced handles, standing on three pointed feet, cast Chongxhen six
270 GBP
200 - 300 GBP
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A late 19th century Chinese pewter tea cannister The domed removable lid enclosing an interior
Lot 183
A late 19th century Chinese pewter tea cannister The domed removable lid enclosing an interior
80 GBP
150 - 250 GBP
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A Chinese patinated bronze censor The squat bulbous body with flared neck rim and twin loop handles,
Lot 184
A Chinese patinated bronze censor The squat bulbous body with flared neck rim and twin loop handles,
160 GBP
200 - 300 GBP
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A Chinese archaistic style patinated bronze casket The domed hinged rectangular lid above panels
Lot 185
A Chinese archaistic style patinated bronze casket The domed hinged rectangular lid above panels
150 GBP
100 - 150 GBP
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A pair of Oriental bronze candlesticks Each formed as an arched standing dragon. 30 cms high. (2)
Lot 186
A pair of Oriental bronze candlesticks Each formed as an arched standing dragon. 30 cms high. (2)
150 GBP
100 - 150 GBP
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A Chinese bronze cast twin handled censor Decorated with precious objects, six character Xuande mark
Lot 187
A Chinese bronze cast twin handled censor Decorated with precious objects, six character Xuande mark
220 GBP
250 - 350 GBP
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A pair of late 19th/early 20th century Chinese cloisonne decorated bronze vases Each with twin
Lot 188
A pair of late 19th/early 20th century Chinese cloisonne decorated bronze vases Each with twin
40 GBP
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A pair of 19th century Chinese cloisonne jardinieres The flared neck rim above a band of stylised
Lot 189
A pair of 19th century Chinese cloisonne jardinieres The flared neck rim above a band of stylised
700 GBP
800 - 1,200 GBP
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A late 19th century Chinese bronze censor The pierced domed removable lid surmounted with a shi-shi,
Lot 190
A late 19th century Chinese bronze censor The pierced domed removable lid surmounted with a shi-shi,
170 GBP
180 - 220 GBP
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An Oriental bronze temple bell and a white metal inlaid carved hardwood stand 37 cms high. Some
Lot 191
An Oriental bronze temple bell and a white metal inlaid carved hardwood stand 37 cms high. Some
70 GBP
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A pair of 19th century Chinese bronze vases Each decorated with entwined dragons chasing flaming
Lot 192
A pair of 19th century Chinese bronze vases Each decorated with entwined dragons chasing flaming
340 GBP
400 - 600 GBP
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