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A pair of vases described as 'a pair of hexagonal jars mazareen blue ground richly ornamented with burnished and chased gold and painted with birds' is listed in the catalogue of the sale of James Giles stock by Mr Christie in Pall Mall in 1774, reproduced

A pair of very large Chinese porcelain blue and white jars and covers, decorated with flowering tendrils and 'double happiness' characters. Both on wooden stands. Height 37 cm

A pair of Wedgwood Jasper Ware Canopic jars, circa 1866, ovoid in form, the body applied white bands of hieroglyphs and zodiac symbols, above a figural lid, 26 cm high

A rare pair of cloisonne enamelled porcelain jars Takeuchi Chubei, Meiji period (1868-1912), 19th century, two ovoid covered jars of porcelain over-enamelled in yellow and decorated in wire with wave-design roundels in blue and white, HO-o (phoenix like cr

A matched pair of Chinese porcelain jars, late Ming/Transitional period, each of baluster form decorated in underglaze blue with a procession of courtly ladies admiring peonies, height 46 cm

Large pair of Chinese famille rose jars and covers of elongated baluster form, the covers set with pointed finial, the body decorated with various scenes depicting buddhas and scholars, accented with floral and lappet borders, red seal mark to base, height

Important Chinese Imperial clan nine dragon robe, late Qing Dynasty, embroidered with eight dragons couched in gold wrapped thread to the exterior, surrounded by embroidered wufu, cranes and ruyi head and auspicious Buddhist objects including endless knot,

Pair Chinese blue and white covered ginger jars. Each with blue underglaze decoration of travellers and attendants being farewelled. Each with double ring mark to base. Height 24.5 cm. Provenance: Luciano Sita collection, Sydney.

Pair of 18th century Dutch Delft jars and covers, of ribbed baluster form, the covers set with lion finials, above a body decorated with birds, insects and flowers, marked J.V.D.H, possibly for Jan van der Houk, a/f, height 75 cm, (2)

Four Chinese glazed earthenware jars, Han Dynasty of waisted and ovoid form, two with a green glaze and two with painted and carved decoration, various sizes, the tallest 48 cm high

A pair of large and impressive early 19th century Canton famille rose lidded jars, classic baluster form with all-over panelled decoration of classic court scenes amongst scattered florals and precious objects encircling intense bands with butterfly and fl

Two large blue and white Hatcher Collection covered jars, Chongzhen Period, circa 1640, each one decorated in two large panels, one with a kylin and phoenix; the other with a leaping carp and a dragon, 30 cm high. Provenance: The Hatcher Collection, Christ

Kurt Wendler (German 1893-1980) an important pair of jars and covers for Rosenthal. Each profusely painted with Art Deco stylised dancing figures in orange black and green, picked out with gilt, each on timber stand, the figures and design were originaly i

A pair of Chinese blue and white ginger jars decorated in under glaze blue with kylins in panels with flowering prunus against a crackle ground. 24 cm high

A pair of Chinese underglaze porcelain ginger jars, the blue and white in the 'Prunes Blossom' pattern. The carved rosewood lids inset with medallions of carved and pierced jade and the rosewood stands in carved and finely pierced fretwork. Early Qianlong

A pair of impressive blue and white decorated covered jars, Chinese, Qianlong, 18th century, with encrustations from where they have been buried at sea. 30 cm diameter, 47 cm high

A large green-glazed stoneware jar, Han dynasty of ovoid form, the sides encircled with three horizontal raised bands and set with double loop handles springing from animal masks and with pendant rings, below a band of wavy combing at the base of the waist

Two Chinese blue and white ginger jars, Kangxi period (1662-1722), 22 cm and 20.1 cm high. Provenance: larger jar: Sotheby's London, 15/10/1974, lot 125. Smaller jar: Sotheby's London, 8/6/1982, lot 140. A private collection, Melbourne.

A pair of Chinese cinnabar lacquer ginger jars and covers, 37 cm high

A pair of 19th century Chinese porcelain famille rose temple jars, each with domed cover, painted in colours with Shi-Shi dogs at play, bearing Yongzheng six character mark to base. Height 41 cm. Provenance: The collection of the late Count Patrick de Vien

A pair of Chinese blue and white porcelain jars, late Qing Dynasty, each of ovoid form decorated in underglaze blue with stylised designs of lappets, roundels and bats, height 22 cm

A matched pair of Chinese blue and white ginger jars, Qing Dynasty (1644-1912), first half 18th century, both decorated with plum blossom against a blue ground, dating to late Kangxi through to early Qianlong period. Together with carved hardwood lids inse

Two Chinese Han Dynasty glazed earthenware jars the largest 49 cm high, (losses)

A fine Victorian gentleman's travelling toilet & vanity case in coromandel wood and brass cornered. Complete with all the original silver topped bottles and jars. Plus the centre tray with all implements. Two secret drawers below in leather protective case

A fine Longquan celadon jar, 13-14th century, decorated with moulded band of peony on the shoulder, a band of lotus petals on the lower half, covered in a good pale green glaze, together with two similar Longquan jars, 11 cm high, 10.5 cm high and 17.5 cm

Pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty porcelain jars and covers, of tapering baluster form, decorated with roundels of the four boys, alternating with the precious objects, surrounded by ruyi head borders, with Ming mark but later, a/f, height 45 cm (2),. Provenanc

An ivory and amboyna accoutrements box upon a stand by Asprey London 1st quarter 20th century containing silver gilt lidded jars, manicure items and grooming accessories (not complete), height 84 cm, width 32 cm, depth 26 cm

A Handsome pair of Chinese famille verte porcelain baluster jars & covers, double ring mark, each with white reserve finely painted with blossom and birds on a powder blue ground, double ring blue underglaze mark to base, with cover 42 cm high. Provenance:

A pair of Paris Porcelain apothecary jars and covers, circa 1900, cylindrical jars with waisted bases and domed lids with ball finials, decorated with bright gold bands and each with Latin medicinal terms, Aconit' and Ung Merc' enclosed by painted cartouch

A collection of four Chinese glazed earthenware jars baluster, with banded decoration, various dimensions, the largest 65 cm high

Two ovoid covered jars, 19th/20th century one painted with jardinieres of flowers in famille-rose enamels, the other with Buddhist lions in iron-red 32.5 cm and 32 cm high

Pair Japanese Meiji period bronze jars and covers, of basket form with textured surface, accented with crabs, foliage and frog, with silver linings, marks to body, height 8 cm and width 8 cm (2)

Three Longquan celadon jars with iron Spots. Height 6 cm tallest

Pair of Chinese famille rose porcelain ginger jars, late Qing Dynasty (1644-1912), each of ovoid form, painted with children playing in a garden, covers with a few chips (2), height 22 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney

Pair of Chinese jars and covers, each baluster jar decorated with dragon flying amidst pink chrysanthemums and leaves against a turquoise ground, the domed covers surmounted by a Foo dog, red seal marks to undersides, one cover restored (2), height 50 cm.

A fine pair of Chinese famille rose baluster jars & covers, each with opposing reserves painted with court and landscape scenes, framed by a green ground dragons amongst clouds, six character mark to base, 48 cm high. Provenance: David Jones Gallery label

Two Chinese hexagonal blue and white glazed lidded jars painted with battle scenes on a foliate ground, 35.5 cm high

Rare set of fifteen antique 19th century French porcelain apothecary jars and covers, various labels, by a Collin of Paris, approx 27.5 cm high (15)

Two Chinese pottery Cocoon jars, Han Dynasty (206 BC-220 AD). Of egg-form, one with incised bands, the other boldly painted with swirling colours of red, black and white, 24 and 23 cm high

Rare set of eighteen antique French porcelain chemist jars, by Brondel Dome Paris hand painted decoration and names (18)

A group of 4 porcelain small ginger jars with carved timber lids depicting prunus flowers upon cracked ice grounds, height 14.3 cm

Roberts Collection of Sharks Jaws (1) - 1930's thirteen sets of Sharks jars and teeth, all caught in the 1930's off Maroubra. Most have details written on side, detailing type of shark, date of capture, place of capture and time taken to catch.

A Chinese blue and white porcelain lamp and vase garniture, 20th century, comprising three covered jars, one converted as a lamp, each on a hardwood stand, 47 cm high (jar and stand only)

Pair of Chinese cloisonne jars and covers, of baluster form, the covers set with fo dog finials, decorated with stylised lotus and foliage on a gilt ground, height 30 cm (including wooden stands) Provenance: The Estate of Dr T. F. Yeung

Arne Jacobsen (Danish, 1902-1971), Cylinda Line Tea and Cocktail Service, designed 1964-67, manufactured by Stelton, comprising teapot, milk jug, two sugar bowls, three condiment jars, ice bucket, pair of tongs, cocktail shaker, long spoon, jug and tray (1

Two Chinese pottery Cocoon jars, Han Dynasty (206 BC-220 AD). Of egg-form, each with incised bands, 22.5 and 25 cm high (natural old wear)

Pair Chinese famille rose cockerel covered jars. Cockerel among rockery and blossom decoration. Four character iron red marks to base. Height 26 cm

A fine quality early Victorian rosewood & brass inlaid travelling dressing table set, oblong shape, the top and front with Greek key and line inlays, the hinged lid revealing a fitted interior in red leather and purple velvet, with 16 various sterling silv

A pair of antique Italian majolica hand painted jars. 50 cm

A Delft five piece blue and white garniture 18th century, Consisting of three baluster shaped vases and covers and two beakers, decorated with a floral scenes, the covers with dog finials, marked de Porceleyne Bijl to underside, the jars 31.5 cm high

A pair of 19th century Chinese blue and white lidded ginger jars, traditional figured decoration, height 22 cm

Early 20th century travel case with Louis Vuitton toiletry set, the rectangular brown leather case with brass clasps and leather handle, opening to reveal a brown silk lined interior, with rectangular standing mirror set under the cover, with removable inn

Two blue and white ginger jars, late 19th/20th century, one painted with Shou Lao and dignitaries, the other with boys playing, both with wood covers and stands, 19.5 cm high

Royal Albert 'Old Country Rose' service for twelve to include egg cups, cereal bowls, cream soup dishes, large rim soup dishes, bread and butter plates salad/entree plates, dinner plates, tea cups, coffee cups, saucers, jam jars, butter dish, tea / coffee

An early 1900s Continental mahogany vanity/dressing chest on stand, the interior fitted with silver backed brushes, lidded crystal jars and manicure accessories, the top fitted with folding mirrors, two drawers to the base, raised on tapering square sectio

A pair of rare Chinese small soft paste blue and white jars and covers, Kangxi mark and period (1661-1722), 9.8 cm high each. Provenance: An important private collection, Qld, acquired 5/8/2002.

Two apothecary jars. Bristol blue with gilded lids, one inscribed 'Magnesia', the other 'Arrowroot' (2). Height 36 cm

Two Chinese pottery Cocoon jars, Han Dynasty (206 BC-220 AD). Of egg-form, each with incised bands, 23.5 and 26 cm high (natural old wear)

A substantial pair of Chinese blue and white porcelain lidded ginger jars, with fo dog finials, each 89 cm high

'Minties' and 'Red Tulip' point of sale advertising glass display jars, mid 20th century, (2 items), 32 cm and 21 cm high

Japanese silver Chrysanthemum patterned vanity ware. Early 20th century group comprising brushes (4), lidded jars (3), nail buff & a hand mirror. (9 items)

Pair of large Chinese blue and white porcelain jars, decorated throughout with a scrolling vines issuing large blossoms (2), height 50 cm

Property of a Boer war officer: Lt Col Charles Edward Ernest Umphelby i) A selection of documents including three South Africa Boer war period letters: Modder river February 7th 1900. Bloemfontein 25th March. Murdy 13th February. Note: Lt Col Umphelby was

Khmer lidded jar 13th/14th century pedestal jars with mottled brown glaze. Provenance: Purchased from Spink & Son Ltd. In 1989 labels: cf. For comparison for further discussion see D. Richards, south-East Asian Ceramics, New York, 1995

A Tunbridge Wells inlaid vanity case, English, late 19th century, the intricate decoration imitating cross stitch, a central scene of castle ruins to the lid, with dark blue velvet interior and silver lidded bottles, jars and boxes, 16 cm high, 30 cm wide,

A collection of Chinese ceramics, Comprisinga bowl, plate, vase, and two jars. Made from porcelain, and decorated with motifs of fauna, flora, and landscapes in blue pigment. Largest height 20 cm, depth 6 cm

A quality Victorian ship's apothecary chest, in solid mahogany with recessed brass fittings, the hinged lid enclosing 15 various bottles, the two drawers to the base with pin locking containing considerable medical paraphernalia including: scales, boxed sy

A pair of Chinese large blue and white lidded jars, baluster form, a wide band of encircling painted decoration of figures in a coastal landscape with blossoms, birds and attendants, panelled borders, conforming lids. Heights 35 cm

Two Chinese red pottery jars, Hongshan culture (4700-2900BC), the larger jar of classic baluster form, the smaller of globular form with a tall cylindrical neck, the larger jar 21.5 cm high, 18.5 cm diameter. Provenance: Private Collection, NSW,

Eleven pieces of Chinese blue and white ceramics, Qing Dynasty (1644-1912), 19th century, comprising four lidded jars, three vases, a censor, a bowl and a box base. Height of largest 24 cm, diameter 20.5 cm. Provenance: The Estate of Professor Bill and Nga

Two Chinese large blue and white ginger jars, late 19th century, featuring four stylised double happiness characters on lid and body surrounded by stylised flowers and geometric borders (2), height 43 cm 45 cm. Provenance: Lynette Cunnington Antiques, Wool

A pair porcelain Republican period porcelain lidded jars painted with figurative scenes and character marks verso, height 29 cm (with stand)

Wilhelm Wagenfeld, Kubus storage jars, Germany, 1938, molded glass, manufactured by Vereinigte Lausitzer Glasswerke (7)

A pair of sang-de-boeuf glazed covered jars Qing dynasty, 19th century, each of squat ovoid form, one covered with a purple streaked glaze, the other with a glaze of deep reddish tone, knopped flat covers en suite, wood stands, 22.5 cm and 23 cm high. Prov

A pair of famille-rose ginger jars, 19th/20th century each painted on the exterior with figures on a pavilion terrace between lappet and ruyi- head borders, iron-red seal marks 22 cm high

A pair famille rose dragon and phoenix lidded jars, having six character marks to base, height 42 cm

Asprey silver & tortoiseshell dressing table set, hallmarked London 1933 (Asprey & Co Ltd), comprising of a mirror, 2 brushes, a comb, 4 jars and 2 perfume bottles in fitted carry case (34.5 cm wide)

Pair of Chinese cloisonne jars and covers, of baluster form with domed covers, decorated with lotus scroll motifs, in tones of red, white, blue and green, height 47 cm (2)

A 19th century Macassar ebony dressing case by J. Bradshaw & Sons Liverpool, oblong with brass stringing and clashed edges, an inlaid cartouche engraved with a cockerel crest and dated 1871, the interior fitted with silver topped jars and containers engrav

Two Chinese impressed textile decorated pottery jars, Eastern Zhou Dynasty (475-221BC), each of grey pottery in baluster form, uniformly covered in geometric decoration formed by textile impression, the taller jar 29 cm high, 22 cm diameter. Provenance: Pr

A pair of sang-de-boeuf glazed jars Qing dynasty, 19th century, each of tapering shouldered form, covered with a glaze of rich crimson tone, wood covers, 30 cm and 30.5 cm high. Provenance, arch angel Antiques, Hong Kong, 1990s

A collection of four blue and white vessels, three jars and one small cup, decorated with chrysanthemum flowers and blossom (meihua), Yuan dynasty 5 cm -5.8 cm high (jars), 4 cm high and 8 cm diameter at the mouth rim (cup) (4)

Japanese silver iris patterned vanity ware, early 20th century comprising brushes (3), lidded jars (2), bottle & hand mirrors (2). 8 items

Seven pink and white porcelain apothecary jars. Decorated with gilded shields (7). Approx. Height 25 cm. Provenance: The Estate of the late Alida Haskins widow of Sam Haskins

A pair of antique Chinese export ware lidded porcelain jars with carved wooden stands, Qing Dynasty, 19th century, 28 cm high each overall

Anglo-Indian Sideli workbox, sandalwood, silver, bone and ivory, interior fitted with compartments, thimble and jars, late 18th early 19th century. 8 cm high, 26 cm wide, 19 cm deep

French croc skin covered vanity case, fitted interior with bottles, jars etc

A pair of massive Chinese blue and white lidded jars, of inverse baluster shape with high domed covers surmounted by cupola finials, both lids and bodies decorated with fish and water plants, lappet panels decorate the shoulder and further panels encircle

A pair of Chinese large famille-rose lidded jars on stand, 20th century, 46 cm high. Provenance: Property of a Gentleman, Melbourne

Two famille-rose covered jars, 19th/20th century almost forming a pair, one with a butterfly, the other with crane and a deer beside flowering peony 32.5 cm and 32 cm high

A group of 4 small Chinese jars, Yuan Dynasty one underglaze blue, the others iron oxidate splashes, 5 cm-6 cm high (4)

Walnut ladies travelling case, fitted with vanity jars with silverplate lids, sewing kit, writing slope with secret compartments and blue velvet lining. C.1890. Provenance: Formally the property of lady Sir Edwin Smith, M.P SA Brewing founder and great cri

A Victorian burr elm ladies accoutrements box c.1880 - 1890, the interior with silver plated topped jars, writing and sewing accessories, etc., the lid having mirror and stationery letter compartment and secret slide out drawer lower base, height 16.8 cm,

A pair large size flambe glaze jars with impressed four character mark to base, height 43.5 cm

Victorian burr walnut ladies travelling case, brass bound, with fitted interior including sterling silver topped boxes & jars (hallmarked London 1855), manicure set, jewellery compartment & lower writing slope, 30 cm x 23 cm, 17 cm high approx.

EarlyVictorian rosewood travelling vanity box with red leather and velvet interior containing 10 various sterling silver topped glass bottles and jars, (one rectangular glass base damaged to one end) drawer to the bottom, with folding brass handles, the li