ASIAN & DECORATIVE ARTS

A large hand carved jade boulder on rosewood stand meticulously detailed with carved figures, buildings and foliage on both sides, overall height 30.5cm (12in); Provenance: from an Ontario collecti

Antique mechanical wooden doll with mechanisms which make arms, mouth and head move, height 10.8cm (4 1/4in) - these figurines are unique to Kobe, Japan, produced from 1890-1920; their funny moveme

19th century Chinese jade snuff bottle with export seal, and with original bill of sale from Nanjing Antique Store, height 5.1cm (2in)

Made circa 1900, a large Kyoto cloisonne teapot with dragon motif including on handle - height 17.8cm (7in)

An impressive American Weller Dickensware jardiniere with floral motif, height 25.4cm (10in), diameter 26.7cm (10 1/2in)

Four-sided Chinese pottery incense holder with hand-painted images, height 16.8cm (6 5/8in)

A small earthenware/clay figure of a child, length 13.3cm (5 1/4in) - age and origins unknown, possibly Chinese or Egyptian

An impressive hand-painted Japanese porcelain satsuma vase circa late 19th century, height 61cm (24in) - some repairs and areas of loss noted, condition report available

An elongated antique Royal Satsuma porcelain example with allover hand-painted designs, signed to the base, height 50.2cm (19 3/4in) - some paint wear noted

A large pair of Japanese cloisonne vases circa 1920's, Kyoto, height for each 18.4cm (7 1/4in)

A vintage hand carved and painted example in the form of a statuette made for the afterlife in ancient Egypt, height 21cm (8 1/4in)

Large Chinese jade scholars stone on an old fitted base, overall height 27.9cm (11in), width of stand 35.6cm (14in) - some surface marks and chip

A large hand-painted porcelain plaque depicting Namo Guanyin Bodhisattva in carved rosewood frame, image size 82.6 x 47.6cm (32 1/2 x 18 3/4in), frame outside dimensions 1.07m x 71.1cm (42 x 28in);

Swedish art glass vase with original label, height 15.2cm (6in)

Complete set of carved Chinese wood and bone chessmen in fitted box, the king measures 8.9cm (3 1/2in) high

Signed Meissen German pottery vase, height 11.4cm (4 1/2in) - small check

Chinese spinach jade bowl affixed to display stand, the bowl measures 9.9cm (3 7/8in) diameter

A vintage porcelain spirit decanter in the form of a cockatoo, height 30.5cm (12in)

A rare example with engraved image on the handle of a mouse, monogrammed, length 20.3cm (8in); weight 82.7 grams

Carved examples in dark green jade, height 11.4cm (4 1/2in)

One of the finest examples seen in years with allover exquisite detail to both the exterior and interior, the lid lacquered and gilded which opens to a nine-section games box, inside approximately

Pair English "Old Sheffield Plate" wine bottle cages made circa 1800, the foliate embossed cages were seemingly designed to allow for a wine bottle to slide or coast securely when set wit

Late Qing Period cast bronze figure of Guanyin wearing a cowled robe decorated overall with auspicious six-pointed celestial star incised motifs; her hair worn in high chignon beneath the cascading

A fine hand-painted porcelain plaque showing songbirds nesting in cherry blossom branches, signed with characters in an oval seal upper right; the plaque measures 29.2 x 21.6cm (11 1/2 x 8 1/2in),

A large and magnificent Chinese glass snuff bottle with jade lid, hand-painted with intricate detail to the interior, signed - height 13.3cm (5 1/4in)

A carved Chinese jade figurine in the form of a recumbent goose and gosling, height 3.8cm (1 1/2in), width 8.3cm (3 1/4in); Provenance: this and the next two lots are from the same Ontario collecti

An exquisite jade carving in the form of a ram eating from a branch, height 5.7cm (2 1/4in), width 7.6cm (3in)

Carved in the form of a seated figure, height 5.7cm (2 1/4in), width 12.7cm (5in) - one finger with small chip

A large soapstone carving in the form of an Inuit mother and child affixed to polished black marble base, overall height 35.6cm (14in); documentation included identifying the artist as Davidee Irqu

A large antique Chinese vase with allover hand-painted polychrome designs of a battle scene with figures and richly decorated with carved figures, signed to the base, height 57.8cm (22 3/4in) - old

A small antique American pottery jug or creamer by Rookwood in the Crocus pattern circa 1901, height 10.8cm (4 1/4in)

20th century Chinese school reverse painted crystal ball on stand, overall height 13.3cm (5 1/4in) - some paint loss to stand

Attributed to the Ming Dynasty in blue and white porcelain, diameter for each approximately 15.2cm (6in) - hairlines and crazing noted

A reclining man and woman holding pipes, both hand-painted, length for each approximately 17.8cm (7in)

Interesting handcrafted Chinese silver foo lion figurine with coral and green jade inserts, height 8.3cm (3 1/4in)

Fabulous vintage Chinese cloisonne enamel bookends with exquisite cinnabar panel inserts, height for each 16.8cm (6 5/8in)

Attributed to the 19th century, in the form of a standing ancient holding scroll, height 22.9cm (9in)

An impressive soapstone carving on white marble base signed "Novak" and dated, overall height 21.6cm (8 1/2in), width of base 29.2cm (11 1/2in)

In the form of St. Francis on wood plinth, overall height 26.7cm (10 1/2in)

Including a 12.1cm (4 3/4in) high antique Japanese vase and incense holder; some restoration on vase

Two pieces Chinese jade including carving of an animal and pendant, heights 7.6cm (3in) and 10.2cm (4in)

Circa 1850-1890 painted ceramic roof tile in the form of a man on rooster, height 25.4cm (10in), width 29.2cm (11 1/2in)

Carved agate snuff bottle with stopper, height 7cm (2 3/4in)

Painted Chinese carved wooden mask circa 1920's, height 26.7cm (10 1/2in)

A variety of Chinese jade pendants in different forms, length 5.1cm to 7.6cm (2in to 3in)

20th century painted porcelain figurine and carved wooden figure, heights 19.1cm (7 1/2in) and 21.6cm (8 1/2in)

A rare snuff bottle with stopper in the form of a strawberry, length 5.7cm (2 1/4in)

A carved ivory necklace, stone pendant and hand-painted fan

Made of stone with a silver outer cover in the form of a sitting Buddha circa 19th century, height 11.4cm (4 1/2in)

A large green mid-century art glass vase with Whitefriars, England foil label still affixed, height 32.4cm (12 3/4in)

Two Chinese stone pendants including lapis, and four mother-of-pearl game pieces

19th century terra cotta figures of a reclining man and a standing wrestler with arms up, 16.5cm (6 1/2in) high and 22.9cm (9in) wide

Two examples circa 1920's both in carved wood cases

African school wooden carving circa 1920-1930, height 40.6cm (16in)

Black amethyst glass vase hand-painted with gold flowers, signed for Czechoslovakia to the base, height 27.3cm (10 3/4in)

A finely carved example with lid, height 15.2cm (6in) - some surface wear and hairline but overall good condition; believed to be soapstone or jade

An extremely large ceramic/semi-porcelain charger with hand-painted floral decoration, encased with metal decoration around rim - diameter 62.2cm (24 1/2in)

An antique Canadian metal horseshoe emblem from the Odd Fellows, inscribed "Good Luck", also with shaking hands and Canadian Maple Leaf, 14 x 9.5cm (5 1/2 x 3 3/4in) - the Odd Fellows are

20th century Chinese, one encased with silver overlay decoration, height 6.4cm to 9.5cm (2 1/2 to 3 3/4in)

Five Chinese jade pendants in various sizes, design and form, length 3.8cm to 5.7cm (1 1/2in to 2 1/4in)

With text by Francois Fourcade, published Harry N. Abrams, New York, in excellent condition and with coloured images

Antique Chinese cloisonne circa 1890 hanging bird cage, height 19.1cm (7 1/2in) - note one finial is missing

Believed to be from Thailand, height 22.2cm (8 3/4in)

Complete 32-piece hand carved ivory chess set circa 1930, natural tea stained with emperor and empress, pagoda tower (rook), sages (bishops), warriors on horses (knights) and immortals (pawns), som

Five examples in green and white jade, diameters vary from 4.4cm to 5.7cm (1 3/4in to 2 1/4in) - fitted presentation box included

Pair carved Chinese soapstone foo dogs, height for each 14.6cm (5 3/4in); could be used as bookends; some surface marks noted

Japanese/Kyoto cloisonne covered lidded box circa 1900, height 7cm (2 3/4in)

Signed sterling spoons including the London, Ontario courthouse with Queen Victoria portrait, and other "Montreal" with beaver, lengths approximately 10.2cm (4in) and 10.8cm (4 1/4in)

19th century carved wood holder with export seal, 15.2 x 12.1cm (6 x 4 3/4in) - old repair

Both with hand-painted designs, 15.2 x 19.1cm (6 x 7 1/2in)

A vintage example carved from bamboo wood and roots, length 38.1cm (15in)

In overall excellent condition

Carved in various designs, 4.4cm to 5.7cm (1 3/4in to 2 1/4in) high

Two richly carved wood sculptures of Guan Yu in military attire circa mid-20th century, heights 40cm (15 3/4in) and 42.5cm (16 3/4in); some splitting to wood

A stunning antique Kyoto cloisonne example circa 1900, signed to the base, height 12.7cm (5in)

Made of burl wood, attributed to China circa 1900, length 10.8cm (4 1/4in)

Circa 1920's hand-painted porcelain figurine of a woman holding cat, height 24.8cm (9 3/4in)

Beautifully hand-painted, diameter 21cm (8 1/4in)

Small cabinet bronzes of children playing and a sitting Buddha, overall lengths 4.4cm (1 3/4in) and 7.6cm (3in)

An antique example inlaid with gold, silver, turquoise and coral, length 10.2cm (4in) - with old export seal

Nine sterling silver spoons in various designs, 158.2 grams; note one with blue enamel handle

An antique hand-painted example circa 1920's depicting seven figures, diameter 4.4cm (1 3/4in); with bag

Attributed to the late Qing Dynasty, three blue and white porcelain export plates, diameter for each 19.1cm (7 1/2in) - hairline, one repaired

Vintage stone monkey measuring 7cm (2 3/4in) high, bronze and metal figures, small carved mask with cowrie shells

Cloisonne fish scale and enamel vases from Japan circa 1900, height for each 6.4cm (2 1/2in)

Attributed to the Ming Dynasty in blue and white porcelain, diameters 9.5cm (3 3/4in), 10.8cm (4 1/4in) and 15.2cm (6in) - some surface wear noted

Pair quality Chinese cloisonne lidded jars with stands, overall heights 14cm (5 1/2in) and 16.5cm (6 1/2in)

Modern 20th century Chinese stone bookends of seals, height for each 14cm (5 1/2in)

Including a biscuit barrel with silverplated lid (old hairline to base), storage jar (some chips to lid), shaker and two small condiments - very rare and early examples circa late 1800's, with

Carved figure group of a young man and woman circa 1900, height 10.2cm (4in)

Chinese brass foo lions in exceptional detail, each measuring 15.2cm (6in) high

Antique Victorian-era serving tray with a needlework surface framed behind glass and mahogany frame, 52.1 x 22.9cm (20 1/2 x 9in)

Chinese mahjong game set in case, appears to be in new condition

Blue and white porcelain charger showing age, diameter 43.2cm (17in)

A rare three-way brass snuff box with "Paul Pry" design, 7 x 3.8cm (2 3/4 x 1 1/2in) when closed

Chinese hand-painted rose medallion jar circa 1890 with twin handles, some minor restoration on interior of lid - height 15.2cm (6in)

Hand-painted carved wood mask with horse hair, length approximately 22.9cm (9in)

Two bowls with black and blue grounds, diameters 11.4cm and 17.8cm (4 1/2in and 7in)

Attributed to China late 19th/early 20th century allover hand painted depicting a figure pulling carriage, probably a roof tile - height 26.7cm (10 1/2in), length 40cm (15 3/4in)

An old example hand-painted in blue and white, length 31.1cm (12 1/4in)

Antique Japanese Kyoto fish scale cloisonne vase with crane decoration, height 7.6cm (3in)

Chinese school glazed ceramic figurines of a man and woman, heights 22.2cm and 29.2cm (8 3/4 and 11 1/2in)

A wood cased Mahjong game set

Three silverplated children's "Spaghettio" spoons circa 1960's, length for each 15.2cm (6in)

Pair carved green jade roosters, one with some restoration - height for each 7.6cm (3in)

Both hand painted with images of figures on horseback in a landscape, height for each 22.9cm (9in); both signed; some surface wear, one with hairlines to base

Attributed to the Qianlong Period circa 1785 Mandarin Palette mug, with beautiful hand-painted images, height 12.1cm (4 3/4in) - old faint hairline, otherwise appears to be in overall good conditio

Carved jade circular pendant on rosewood stand, overall height 9.5cm (3 3/4in)

Hand-painted dry lacquer Bugaku theatre mask with movable jaw, height approximately 27.9cm (11in); signed inside

Including a "hand form" letter holder, jaw harp, shell spoon and an Indigenous silverplated bracelet with various images (arrows, feathers, tetragammadion, etc.)

Both hand-painted Japanese porcelain, diameter for each 30.5cm (12in) - old hairline noted

In red and white grounds, heights 10.2cm and 13.3cm (4in and 5 1/4in)

A vintage painted ceramic example with young man holding a basket of fruit, overall height including shade 86.4cm (34in); some imperfections

Antique hand-painted Japanese cloisonne enamel charger with blue ground and decorated with cranes; diameter 30.5cm (12in); some old restorations to charger noted

Six vintage Chinese carved and hand-painted wood panels and cabinet finial, some wear noted

Four Chinese soapstone seals, 6.4cm to 8.3cm (2 1/2in to 3 1/4in) high

Three pieces including toothpick holder, small lidded container and monkeys, heights approximately 4.4cm to 5.7cm (1 3/4in to 2 1/4in)

Three semi-porcelain hand-painted imari plates, 21.6cm to 22.9cm (8 1/2in to 9in) diameter; two signed antique English "Real Iron Stone China"

Including a lapis dog, amethyst fish, carved wood fish and soapstone jar measuring 4.4cm (1 3/4in) high

A fine vintage example, height 5.7cm (2 1/4in)

An antique example with hand-painted designs, 25.4 x 35.6cm (10 x 14in) - old hairlines and staple repairs

Mahjong game set in fitted case with rules; together with a display of 15 hand-painted Chinese opera masks in display box

Assortment of vintage china including Royal Doulton "Babie", Royal Winton and other mustard pots, toothpick holders, etc.

Two Chinese and one Japanese porcelain bowls, diameters 15.2cm to 20.3cm (6in to 8in)

Reverse painting on glass of two boys with pomegranate, frame outside dimensions 55.9 x 40.6cm (22 x 16in)

Vintage Japanese hand-painted lacquer pedestal bowls/plates, diameter for each approximately 22.9cm (9in)

Two pieces including covered jar (interior chip) and miniature 6.4cm (2 1/2in) high vase

A large blue and white charger (imperfections along rim), diameter 34.9cm (13 3/4in); together with a smaller plate with centre-painted coat of arms, diameter 24.1cm (9 1/2in)

Three 20th century decorative figurines including a standing noble man and woman on wood bases, height for each 45.7cm (18in), and large ceramic smiling Buddha

A vintage/antique hand-painted carving of a foo lion, affixed to modern display base - overall height 23.5cm (9 1/4in), length 43.2cm (17in); showing wear

Antique Chinese tapestry with design of a standing figure,1.68m x 39.4cm ( 66 x 15 1/2in); 20th century gold-threaded cloth and orange cloth

A modern Chinese fish bowl planter on wood stand, overall height 50.8cm (20in); together with a large pedestal bowl, diameter 35.6cm (14in)

Assorted vintage/antique Chinese porcelain including bowls and dishes

Carved ivory and amber glass snuff bottles, both with stoppers - height 7cm (2 3/4in) and 8.3cm (3 1/4in)

Pair vintage Asian repose and hand-painted porcelain powder compacts, together with a 29.2 x 43.2cm (11 1/2 x 17in) table-top screen with four beautifully hand-painted tiles depicting birds, flower

Two mainland China and five Hong Kong coins - offered as speculative

A large and highly ornate Chinese cloisonne charger with images of cranes and other birds in a tranquil landscape and decorated border, complete with quality fitted wood stand - the charger measure