Melba's Sterling Silver Pierced Edge Comport
A sterling silver comport, Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Company Limited, London, 1904 having a pierced edge to the undulating rim, supported on a central column terminating in a spreading circular pierced foot 220 grs, 9.5 cm high, 16 cm diameter. Property…
Melba's Silver Cruet Set
An eight piece sterling silver cruet set, Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Company, London, 1906 comprising four open salts and four lidded mustards of cauldron form, having an undulating rim surmounting a flaring pierced collar, the four lidded mustards with…
Sterling Silver Castors Set by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths (1906)
A suite of sterling silver castors, Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Company Limited, London, 1906 (6). A suite of sterling silver castors, Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Company Limited, London, 1906 comprising two sugar castors and four pepper castors, of plain…
Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Bon Bon Dishes, 1900
A suite of American sterling silver bon bon dishes, Reed and Barton, Massachusetts, circa 1900 (7). A suite of American sterling silver bon bon dishes, Reed and Barton, Massachusetts, circa 1900 comprising a bon bon dish and six subsidiary sweet meat…
Travelling Silver Gilt Cutlery Set in Oak Canteen
A travelling suite of silver gilt 'Hourglass' pattern cutlery in canteen, of mixed predominantly late Georgian date (96). A travelling suite of silver gilt 'Hourglass' pattern cutlery in canteen, of mixed predominantly late Georgian date comprising…
Silver Gilt Crystal Oil & Vinegar Cruet Bottles, 1830
A pair of silver gilt mounted crystal oil and vinegar cruet bottles, marks worn, circa 1830 the hand cut crystal bottles each having a cast silver gilt mount from which emanates a scrolling acanthus surmounted handle, the collar terminating in a hound…
Set of 10 Edward Barnard silver gilt anointing spoons
A set of 10 silver gilt anointing spoons, boxed, Edward Barnard and Sons Ltd, London 1901 (11). A set of 10 silver gilt anointing spoons, boxed, Edward Barnard and Sons Ltd, London 1901 the bi-lobed bowls decorated with scrolling arabesques, the spoon…
Melba's Whalebone and Silver Toddy Ladle
A George III sterling silver and whalebone toddy ladle, Unmarked having a silver tipped spiral twist whalebone handle mounted with a silver repousse decorated bowl inset with a Queen Anne silver coin, bearing the initials to the cartouche 'DMW' 34 cm long…
Sterling Silver Salad Servers by John Grinsell and Sons
A pair of sterling silver salad servers, John Grinsell and Sons, Birmingham, 1890 the Albany pattern servers having leaf form bowls 180 gms total weight, 26 cm long. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Melba's Reed and Barton Berry Serving Set
An American sterling silver berry serving set, Reed and Barton, circa 1900 comprising two pairs of serving spoons, with gilt bowls, inscribed 'M' 320 grams, the spoons 23.5 cm long. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Victorian Sterling Silver Fruit Set for 10, Nellie Melba Collection
A Victorian sterling silver fruit set for ten people, George Lambert for Lambert & Co, London, 1898 (20). A Victorian sterling silver fruit set for ten people, George Lambert for Lambert & Co, London, 1898 comprising ten forks and ten knives with sterling…
Bohemian Crystal Suite, Circa 1910, Monogrammed 'NM'
A suite of Bohemian crystal, circa 1910 (15). A suite of Bohemian crystal, circa 1910 comprising two wine glasses, four coupes, seven liqueur glasses and two sherry glasses, all monogrammed in gilt 'NM', all supported on spreading circular bases (15) the…
Copeland Spode Dessert Set with Melba's Initials (8)
A Copeland dessert set for eight, Spode Copeland's China, circa 1900 (8). A Copeland dessert set for eight, Spode Copeland's China, circa 1900 the dessert plates having a crenellated gilded rim, jewelled border, green ground, the central white reserve…
Copeland Dinner Set with Gilt Rim and Initials 'NM'
A Copeland part dinner set for eight, Spode Copeland's China, circa 1900 (36). A Copeland part dinner set for eight, Spode Copeland's China, circa 1900 comprising eight dinner plates, eight soup bowls, eight entrée plates, eight bread and butter…
Bloor Derby Shepherd and Shepherdess Figures with Vitrines
A pair of Bloor Derby figures of a shepherd and shepherdess, circa 1825 (4). A pair of Bloor Derby figures of a shepherd and shepherdess, circa 1825 the shepherd modelled standing leaning against a tree stump with a basket of fruit, a seated dog by his…
Chelsea Porcelain Sweetmeat Figures, 1760
A pair of Chelsea gold anchor porcelain sweetmeat figures, circa 1760 (2). A pair of Chelsea gold anchor porcelain sweetmeat figures, circa 1760 finely modelled as a lady and a gentleman each standing next to an open wicker basket, the gentleman wearing a…
Meissen Porcelain Serving Plates, 19th Century (Pair)
A pair of Meissen porcelain serving plates, 19th century (2). A pair of Meissen porcelain serving plates, 19th century having gilded rims, pierced borders, decorated with polychrome 'Deutsche Blumen' on a white ground. Crossed swords mark in under glaze…
Melba Collection: Meissen Porcelain Tray with Floral Decoration
A Meissen porcelain tray, 19th century the deep quadrilobate tray modelled with a basket weave border and naturalistic twig handles to either end, having a gilded rim, decorated with polychromatic sprays of 'Deutsche Blumen', crossed swords in underglaze…
Meissen Tea Set with Deutsche Blumen for Melba Collection
Four Meissen tea cups and saucers, 19th century (8). Four Meissen tea cups and saucers, 19th century the cups and saucers with gilt rims, moulded Chinese trellis borders, hand painted with polychrome 'Deutsche Blumen' on a white ground, all marked with…
Paris Porcelain Dessert Plates, 1830
A set of four Paris porcelain dessert plates, circa 1830 (4). A set of four Paris porcelain dessert plates, circa 1830 by Feuillet of Paris on Sevres blanks, having gilded rims, painted in colours with trailing vines to the borders, fruits to the centre…
Meissen Porcelain Bowls and Plates from Melba Collection
Five Meissen porcelain bowls together with two Meissen entree plates, 19th century (7). Five Meissen porcelain bowls together with two Meissen entrée plates, 19th century the bowls with brown rims, moulded basket weave borders, hand painted with…
"On the Beach" by C. D. Richardson
Charles+Douglas+Richardson (1853-1932), On the Beach 1914 terracotta signed, dated and inscribed 'C Douglas Richardson 1914 / On the Beach / C Douglas Richardson / 1914 ' on base 29.5 cm high. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Meissen Porcelain Parrots from Melba Collection
A pair of Meissen porcelain parrots, circa 1870 (2). A pair of Meissen porcelain parrots, circa 1870 naturalistically modelled, with brightly coloured plumage, each perched on a tree stump on a rocky outcrop, both having crossed swords mark in under glaze…
Continental Porcelain Bust of Girl, after Meissen Original
A continental porcelain bust of a girl, after the Meissen original, circa 1890 the girl in a pink and white striped bonnet with applied flowers, wearing a yellow and green blouse, marked 'X' in underglaze blue to base 16 cm high. Property from the…
Turquoise Glazed Twin Carp Vases by Edme Samson, Paris
A pair of ormolu mounted turquoise glazed twin carp vases, late 19th century, Edme Samson of Paris, after the Chinese (2). A pair of ormolu mounted turquoise glazed twin carp vases, late 19th century, Edme Samson of Paris, after the Chinese each in the…
French Restauration Cupid Candlesticks from Melba Collection
A pair of French restauration ormolu candlesticks, second quarter 19th century each modelled as a cupid surmounted by a candle socket standing on a sphere supported on a lotus collar, in turn supported on a socle terminating in a square section foot 46 cm…
Famille-Rose Pudai Figure from Melba Collection
A Chinese 'famille-rose' figure of Pudai seated holding a rosary in one hand, wearing a floral decorated turquoise ground robe, his face with jovial expression 26 cm high. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Chinese Turquoise-Glazed Figures of Eight Immortals
A set of four Chinese turquoise-glazed figures Qing dynasty depicting four of the Eight Immortals, each standing holding an attribute and wearing long flowing robes (4) 21 cm and 22 cm high. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Chinese Blue & White Yen Yen Vases from Melba Collection
A pair of Chinese blue and white yen yen vases, 19th/20th century (2). A pair of Chinese blue and white yen yen vases, 19th/20th century each painted with figures in a continuous mountain landscape (2) 45 cm high. Property from the Collection of Dame…
Crackle-glazed Chinese vase with metal mounts
A Chinese crackle-glazed vase Qing dynasty, 19th century of ovoid form, the mouth and base with metal mounts 12.5 cm. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Chinese Export Dinner Service in Famille-Verte Palette, 1910
A Chinese export dinner service in the 'famille-verte' palette, circa 1910 (44). A Chinese export dinner service in the 'famille-verte' palette, circa 1910 decorated with roosters and birds in a garden landscape, comprising eight dinner plates, eight soup…
Gilt-Decorated Blue Brushpot from Qing Dynasty
A Chinese gilt-decorated powder-blue ground brushpot Qing dynasty, 18th century of cylindrical form, the straight sides decorated in gilding over the bright blue ground, the rim and interior glazed in white 18 cm diameter. Property from the Collection of…
Dehua Qing Dynasty Vase from Dame Nellie Melba Collection
A Chinese Dehua vase, Qing dynasty of baluster form with narrow lipped mouth, the sides carved with flowering sprays and set with two animal mask handles, all beneath the ivory tinted glaze, an inscription incised on one side 29 cm high. Property from the…
Chinese Jade Censer with Taotie Frieze and Animal Masks
A Chinese archaistic jade censer Qing dynasty, 19th century of bombe form, set below the lipped rim with double animal mask and loop handles, the sides carved with a frieze of taotie, the pale celadon stone with areas of dark tone 12 cm wide. Property…
Celadon Jade Pouring Vessel with Dragon Handle and Screen
A Chinese archaistic celadon jade pouring vessel Yi Qing dynasty, 19th century (2). A Chinese archaistic celadon jade pouring vessel Yi Qing dynasty, 19th century of shallow form set with a dragon loop handle opposite the broad spout, the sides carved…
Chinese Celadon Jade Censer with Animal Mask Handles and Cover
A Chinese celadon jade censer and cover, 19th/20th century (2). A Chinese celadon jade censer and cover, 19th/20th century of oval quatrelobed form, set with four animal mask and loose ring handles below the broad everted lipped rim, the domed cover…
Lalique 'Raisins' Decanter with Grapes and Vines Decoration
A Lalique 'Raisins' decanter and stopper, circa 1930 the elliptical decanter having moulded decoration depicting grapes amongst vines, clear glass with grey wash, moulded 'R.Lalique' to base 27 cm high inclusive of stopper. Other Notes: Reference :…
Shagreen and Ivory Cigar Box by Calloys of Mayfair
A rare shagreen and ivory cigar box, by Calloys of Mayfair, circa 1910 of rectangular form, the exterior fully veneered in shagreen with ivory stringing, opening to reveal a maple interior with adjustable dividers, the base inset with green morocco…
Blue Lalique Perfume Bottle with Crescent Moon Stopper
Rene Lalique, Dans La Nuit-3, a blue glass perfume bottle and stopper for Worth, circa 1926 having a disc stopper modelled with stars and a crescent moon, the moon flask body impressed to side 'WORTH', incised '123H' 24 cm high. Property from the…
Melba's Antique Bird-Handle Parasol
A lady's ivory and horn handled parasol, Kendall & Sons, circa 1905 having an ivory, horn and burl wood handle depicting a bird of prey, the parasol shade of brown silk, marked 'Kendall Paris' to the interior, with canvas sleeve 76 cm long. Property from…
18ct Gold Tipped Cane Baton from Dame Nellie Melba
An 18ct gold tipped cane baton, Thomas Brigg & Sons of London, London,1904 the rattan cane baton mounted with a plain gold tip, marked '18ct', inscribed 'NM' 74 cm long. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Anglo-Indian Ivory Walking Stick from Melba Collection
An Anglo-Indian ivory walking stick, late 19th century the six section stick of naturalistic branch form 87 cm long. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
19th Century Anglo-Indian Fly Whisk from Melba Collection
An Anglo-Indian fly whisk, 19th century the naturalistic ivory handle inset with ebony and mounted with horsehair 52.5 cm long. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Asprey Lady's Dressing Case with Crystal Accoutrements
An ebony Asprey lady's dressing case with silver gilt lidded crystal accoutrements, Charles Asprey & Charles Asprey Junior, London,.... An ebony Asprey lady's dressing case with silver gilt lidded crystal accoutrements, Charles Asprey & Charles Asprey…
Portable Mahogany Desk Stand with Inkwells and Handle
A George III mahogany portable desk stand (3). A George III mahogany portable desk stand of rectangular form, surmounted by a folding handle, with two lidded compartments and recesses for inkwells to the top, single frieze drawer, with two crystal…
George III Mahogany Tea Caddy with Lion Paw Feet
A George III mahogany tea caddy, early 19th century (2). A George III mahogany tea caddy, early 19th century of sarcophagus form, the domed lid with boxwood stringing and parquetry banding opening to reveal compartments for caddies and a crystal mixing…
Melba's Victorian Mahogany Bracket Clock
A Victorian mahogany bracket clock, circa 1840 the seven inch white enamelled dial with Roman numerals, the eight day movement striking on a bell, the line inlaid dome top pagoda case surmounted by a brass pineapple finial 50 cm high, 24.5 cm wide, 17 cm…
Brazilian Rosewood Tea Caddy with Crystal Mixing Bowl
A Brazilian rosewood tea caddy, circa 1835 (2). A Brazilian rosewood tea caddy, circa 1835 of sarcophagus form, the domed rectangular lid opening to reveal an interior with two tea boxes flanking a central crystal mixing bowl, with tapering sides, brass…
Victorian Mahogany Folio Stand from Melba Collection
An early Victorian mahogany folio stand, circa 1850 the ratcheted railed sides supported on twin pedestal supports terminating in splayed legs joined by a turned stretcher on bun feet 117 cm high, 76 cm wide, 69 cm deep. Property from the Collection of…
Regency Revival Wine Cooler with Lion Paw Feet
A Regency revival wine cooler of sarcophagus form, circa 1900 and later cedar and other woods, the domed rectangular hinged lid surmounted by a rectangular panel, above a tapering paneled body with applied rope twist carving to the corners, supported on…
Melba's 1905 Caned Beech Bergeres (Pair)
A pair of caned beech bergeres, circa 1905 (2). A pair of caned beech bergeres, circa 1905 having circular caned backs centred by a turned roundel, forward scrolling arms, cushion seat, supported on tapering square form legs terminating in spade feet to…
Victorian Chinoiserie Lacquer Games Table from Melba Collection
A Victorian Chinoiserie black and gilt lacquer games table, circa 1850 having a rotating fold over top opening to reveal a red beize lined interior, single frieze drawer, supported on two turned columns terminating in a platform base on scrolling feet 75…
Louis XV Tulipwood Coiffeuse Table with Japanese Lacquer Panel
A Louis XV style tulipwood table coiffeuse, circa 1890 the central hinged top raising on a ratchet mechanism to create a reading slope, flanked by lids opening to reveal shaped wells, with a frieze drawer, the upper section lifting off to form a separate…
19th Century Papier Mache Trays (2)
Two papier mache trays, 19th century (2). Two papier mache trays, 19th century each of lobed rectangular form, the green tray and black tray both painted and gilded with naturalistic flowers (2) The green tray 6 cm high, 79 cm wide, 60 cm deep The black…
Victorian Papier Mache Tray and Stand
A Victorian papier mache tray and associated stand, circa 1850 and later (2). A Victorian papier mache tray and associated stand, circa 1850 and later The lobed rectangular tray having a japanned ground, decorated in colours and gilt with scrolling vines,…
Victorian Papier Mache Cabinet with Inlaid Mother of Pearl
A Victorian papier mache small cabinet, circa 1850 ebonized, inlaid with mother of pearl, decorated with gilt and sprays of polychrome flowers, having a domed rectangular top opening to reveal a silk lined segmented compartment for jewellery, with two…
Victorian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Papier Mache Chairs
A pair of Victorian mother of pearl inlaid and japanned papier mache chairs, circa 1850 (2). A pair of Victorian mother of pearl inlaid and japanned papier mache chairs, circa 1850 in the manner of Jennings and Bettridge of Birmingham, having a back…
Chinoiserie Table Box from Melba Collection
A Chinoiserie lidded table box, early 19th century the japanned ground with gilt decoration depicting Chinese scenes, having a brass handle to either side 21 cm high, 33 cm wide, 27.5 cm deep. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Cartier Belle Epoque Diamond & Seedpearl Hair Pin Set
A Belle Epoque diamond and seedpearl hair pin, Cartier, circa 1905 designed as an openwork heartshaped arch of seedpearls bordered by European-cut diamond lines in a millegrain setting, length approximately 127 mm long, with a Cartier fitted case;…
Melba's Floral Paste Hair Pins with Celluloid Combs
A pair of paste and celluloid hair pins, early 20th century the arch design millegrain set with rose-cut paste in a pierced floral pattern, completed by celluloid combs, length approximately 106 mm. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Diamond and Sapphire Brooch of Bouquet Design
A diamond and sapphire brooch, 1950s of bouquet design, the curved stems set with baguette diamonds, the flowerheads with oval and circular cut sapphire petals and brilliant-cut diamond stamen, gathered by a brilliant cut diamond ribbon, the sapphires and…
Onyx, Diamond & Pearl Pansy Brooch from Melba Collection
An onyx, diamond and pearl pansy brooch, early 20th century the brooch of carved onyx petals accented by seedpearls, with old European-cut diamond stamen, diameter approximately 31 mm. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Boucheron Cigarette Case with Agate, Diamond, and Jasperware Panel
An agate, diamond, enamel and jasperware panel cigarette case, Boucheron, early 20th century the transluscent carved agate case of rounded rectangular outline, the hinged cover with blue and white enamel scroll banding to a millegrain-set rose-cut diamond…
Boucheron Vesta Case with Agate, Diamond, and Jasperware Panel
An agate, diamond, enamel and jasperware panel vesta case, Boucheron, early 20th century the transluscent carved agate case of rounded rectangular outline, the hinged cover with blue and white strapwork banding to a millegrain-set rose-cut diamond…
Enamel and Diamond Cartier Watch from Melba Collection
A lady's gold, enamel and diamond-set openface keyless lever watch Cartier, no.1307, circa 1920 gilt-finished jewelled lever movement, silvered matt dial, Arabic numerals, blued steel moon-style hands, white enamel wave pattern bezel, in circular ultra…
Enamel portrait verge pocketwatch by Isaac Soret & Fils
A gold and enamel pair-case verge pocketwatch with enamel portrait miniature, Isaac Soret & Fils, no.22160, mid 18th century gilt verge movement with fusée and pierced bridge cock, white enamel dial with Roman numerals, outer minute ring with…
18ct Gold Diamond Mesh Evening Bag from Melba Collection
An 18ct two colour gold and diamond mesh evening bag, early 20th century the bag composed of finely woven mesh in an alternating white and yellow gold weave pattern to an arched frame lined with European-cut diamonds, completed by a mesh link chain handle…
Cartier Arrow Pins with Diamonds and Rock Crystal
A pair of platinum, diamond and carved rock crystal pins, Cartier, France, circa 1920 each designed as an arrow, the carved rock crystal flights with platinum and rose-cut diamond mounts, length approximately 130 mm, signed Cartier, numbered 3516 and 3517…
Cartier Crystal Enamel Diamond Desk Clock
A very fine rock crystal, enamel and diamond-set desk clock with box, Cartier, numbered 379 and 7137, circa 1915 jewelled lever movement, translucent blue enamel dial on sunburst background, outer gold, rose diamond and white champlevé enamel ring…
Gold Vesta Case from Melba Collection
A 9ct gold engine turned vesta case, Deakin & Francis, Birmingham 1912 the rectangular vesta with lift up lid, canted corners, striker to the base, 25 grams, 50 mm long, 44 mm wide. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Gold Engine Turned Powder Compact from Dame Nellie Melba Collection
A 9ct gold engine turned powder compact, Hardy Brothers Ltd, circa 1925 the square case opening to reveal a mirror to the interior, 52 grams, 60 mm wide, 60 mm long. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Gold Pill Box with His Master's Voice Trademark Inscription
A 9ct gold pill box, Sampson Mordan & Co., London 1907 the lid embossed with the trademark symbol of 'His Master's Voice' inscribed to the interior With the Compliments of the Gramophone Co Ltd, 31 grams, 11m high, 46 mm wide, 35 mm deep. Property from…
Gold Pencils from Dame Nellie Melba's Collection
A 9ct gold pencil, Sampson Mordan & Co., London 1920 (2). A 9ct gold pencil, Sampson Mordan & Co., London 1920 the plain pencil with removable lid, loop to opposite end, inscribed to the exterior Dame Nellie Melba 1925, 7 grams, 75 mm long (2). Property…
Melba's Continental Silver Gilt Presentation Dressing Mirror
A silver gilt presentation dressing mirror, Continental, circa 1900 the silver gilt mirror frame formed as an ovoid laurel wreath, the bottom of which is secured with a bow, inset with diamonds and white sapphires to read To Melba from her company 1904…
Cartier Evening Clutch with Diamond and Gem-Set Clasp
A diamond, gem-set and silk brocaded evening clutch bag, Cartier, circa 1930 the clutch decorated with a gold and rose pink foliate pattern, the interior with pink satin lining, completed by a diamond and red gem-set clasp, including a lighter, signed…
Melba's Tapestry Handbag
A silk tapestry handbag, circa 1920 having two metallic coiled wire and silk handles, the rectangular bag with geometric silk tapestry exterior, green silk brocade interior, 350 mm high, 280 mm wide. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Tiffany & Co. 18ct Gold Letter Knife from Melba Collection
An 18ct gold letter knife, Tiffany & Co, circa 1920 the truncated top section inscribed M and marked Tiffany & Co., the lower section tapering to a sharp point, 60 grams, 220 mm long. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Cartier Enamel Writing Set from Melba Collection
A boxed guilloche enamel silver gilt writing set, Cartier, circa 1920 comprising a pen rest, a nib holder, a double ended eraser, a pencil and a pen knife, the pen rest of tapering oblong form, with white enamel jeweling to the edge, the blue guilloche…
Gold Presentation Paperweight with Australian Flora and Fauna Motifs
An Important gold presentation paperweight depicting Australian flora and fauna, Hammerton, Geelong, Victoria, 1922 the square base with inscriptions Presented to Dame Nellie Melba O.B.E by the Citizens of Geelong' 'Dame Nellie Melba's Grand Presentation…
Garnet and Seedpearl Hatpin from Melba Collection
A gold, garnet and seedpearl hatpin, circa 1905 The elongated teardop motif decorated with rows of circular cut garnets and seedpearls, length approximately 175 mm, French assay marks. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Enamel Diamond Stick Pin from Melba Collection
An enamel, diamond and seedpearl stick pin, circa 1900 designed as a green enamel foliate stem with seedpearl and white enamel accents, the flowerheads set with old European cut diamonds, length approximately 111 mm, fitted case by Parkes, London.…
Melba's Harp Brooch: Gold, Diamond, and Seed Pearl Design
A gold, diamond and seedpearl brooch The jewelled gold novelty brooch designed as a harp, length approximately 59 mm. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Nellie Melba's 18ct Gold Wishbone Brooch
An 18ct gold brooch designed as a wishbone, length approximately 85 mm. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
18ct Gold Tiffany & Co Wreath Brooch from Melba Collection
An 18ct gold presentation wreath brooch, Tiffany & Co formed as trailing laurel leaves engraved with the names of American cities, tied with a ribbon bow to the front, diameter approximately 31 mm. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Melba's Chalcedony Seal with Classical Intaglio
A gold mounted chalcedony seal, circa 1900 The oval chalcedony intaglio depicting a Classical maiden playing a lyre and a youth on a pedestal to an architectural scroll mount, height approximately 30 mm. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba…
Swiss Gold Musical Fob Seal from Dame Nellie Melba Collection
A gold musical fob seal, Swiss, mid 19th century the barillet movement with comb stack of eight teeth playing a single air, main oval gold case, the base engraved Nellie, start/stop control at the side, fluted edge, the arched superstructure with wire…
Asprey & Co. Gold Cigarette Case with Diamond Initials
A 9ct gold rectangular engine turned cigarette case, Asprey & Co, London, 1933 with patent slide release, with diamond set initials EA, 137 gms, 8 mm high, 115 mm long, 83 mm wide. Provenance: Evie Armstrong. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie…
Gold Mesh Evening Purse from Melba Collection
An gold mesh evening purse, Flavelle Brothers, Sydney, early 20th century the beaded purse composed of finely woven mesh to a trefoil design frame, completed by an elongated oval link chain handle, total weight 32 grams, 85 x 48 mm. Property from the…
Enamel and Gem Set Bird Figure on Crystal Base
A small silver, enamel and gem set figure of a bird, early 20th century with naturalistic plumage set with sapphires and seedpearls, its head decorated with blue and enamel and ruby set eye, perched on a tree stump with emerald set foliage, on a stepped…
Melba's Gold Bracelet and Pendant Attachments
A 18ct gold bracelet and various pendant attachments bearing engraved inscriptions to Dame Nellie Melba, circa 1900 the curblink chain suspending: a gold slide action seal topped pencil engraved Nell June 29. 1893 ; a heart pendant engraved Cheer Up,…
Cartier Sewing Box with Ivory Accoutrements
A sewing box, Cartier, circa 1920 the gold tooled green morocco leather case opening to reveal numerous ivory sewing accoutrements, together with an associated silver thimble with agate top, marked Cartier, in a Cartier case, 60 mm high, 300 mm wide, 215…
Melba's White Opal Collection
A collection of tumbled white opal, the three opals mounted in pronged metal settings, length approximately 63 mm. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Melba's Silver Key, Wendt's 1927
A silver key, Wendt's, 1927 the silver key bearing the inscription Presented to Dame Nellie Melba, 9.11.27, On her opening the completion of the Queen's Home, length approximately 73 mm, signed Wendts, case by Wendts Jewellers. Property from the…
Melba's Crocodile Skin Box
A leather mounted box rectangular, crocodile skin, the hinged lid with applied silver inscription MELBA, 150 mm x 95 mm x 35 mm. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Melba's Victorian Silver Tortoiseshell Dish
A Victorian silver mounted tortoiseshell dish, James Roberts, London, 1892 the heart shaped dish bearing to the interior, the applied silver inscription Melba, 20 mm high, 150 mm wide, 130 mm deep. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Melba's Tortoiseshell Writing Box
A Victorian tortoiseshell writing box the domed lid overlaid with the applied silver inscription Melba, opening to reveal an interior separated into compartments lined with red moire silk, containing various note papers bearing the initials NM and Coombe…
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