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
Melba's Hardy Brothers Silver Plated Kettle
A silver plated hot water kettle the domed kettle surmounted by an ebonised rod handle marked 'Hardy Brothers Sydney and Melbourne 1225' 16 cm high, 23 cm wide, 17.5 cm deep. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Melba's Toast Racks: Sterling Silver & Plated (1895-20th Century)
An English sterling silver toast rack, London, 1895, an American silver toast rack bearing the mark 'Sterling' and a further plated... An English sterling silver toast rack, London, 1895, an American silver toast rack bearing the mark 'Sterling' and a…
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
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Irish George III Sterling Silver Salts, 1793
A set of four Irish George III sterling silver salts, maker M.S, Dublin, 1793 (5). A set of four Irish George III sterling silver salts, maker M.S, Dublin, 1793 of boat shaped form with a reeded rim, initialled to the side, centrally supported on a…
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…
Continental Silver Sugar Vessel with Satyr Mask Frieze
A continental silver sugar vessel, probably German, late 19th century of jardiniere form, having a blue glass liner, the frieze centred by a satyr mask flanked by putti battling griffin, supported on tapering square form legs terminating in bun feet…
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,…
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…
Anglo-Indian Ivory Walking Stick from Melba's Collection
Late 19th century Anglo-Indian ivory walking stick. Provenance: Dame Nellie Melba. Smith & Singer, property from the collection of Dame Nellie Melba, 31st March 2015 (lot 142). Estate late John Schaeffer.
Sheffield Plate Meat Serving Dish with Lion Paw Feet
A Sheffield plate meat serving dish The oval dish having a gadrooned and foliate scroll rim, with recessed drainage tree to the interior, supported on lion paw feet, one of which is stamped 'S' 5 cm high, 56 cm wide, 45 cm deep. Property from the…
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
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…
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
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…
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…
Early 19th Century Chinoiserie Table Box
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. Provenance. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie…
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
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…
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
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
Edward VII Trophy Cup with Provenance from Dame Nellie Melba
Edward VII silver twin handled trophy cup, Sheffield 1907, by Walker & Hall. With two scrolling handles, supported on a circular foot. Inscribed 'Melbourne Hunt club, Dandenong point to point Steeplechase 13-9-09.' first trophy won by C.N. Armstrong's…
Continental Silver Box with Repousse Design, 19th Century
A Continental silver box, late 19th century, maker's mark CM, the cover with a repousse design of scrolls and rocaille on a sunburst field, Morocco leather base, cedar lined, width 11.5 cm, depth 9 cm, height 5 cm. Provenance: Dame Nellie Melba. Smith &…
19th Century German Silver Cigarette Box from Melba Collection
A Continental silver cigarette box, probably German, late 19th century the hinged lid repousse decorated with a central cartouche from which radiate rays of light, with overlaid scrolls and foliage, opening to reveal a cedar lined interior, the lid design…
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
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
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…
Melba's Sterling Silver Card Box
A sterling silver card box, Dawson Brothers, Birmingham, 1909 the plain dome topped box opening to reveal a gilt interior with central card divider 120 grams, 8.5 cm high, 4.5 cm wide, 5 cm deep. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Continental Silver Jardiniere Stand with Cobalt Glass Liner
Continental silver open salt - (unmarked), in the form of a miniature jardiniere stand, with cobalt glass liner, the pierced sides with satyr mask, putti & griffon amid scrolls, on tapering legs with Greek key engraved stretchers, with minor loss to…
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…
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
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…
Victorian Papier Mache Tray on Walnut Stand
A Victorian papier mache tray on a later walnut stand, circa 1850, the serpentine shaped tray with floral arabesques with gilt highlights supported on a George I style cabriole leg base with anthemion carved knees, 46 cm high, 81 cm wide, 63 cm deep.…
Silver Plated Tea & Coffee Set with Provenance
Silver plated tea & coffee service, Spurrier & Co. Comprising tea & coffee pots, sugar bowl & cream jug. Of tapering oval form with gadrooned body, ebonised handles. Engraved monogram 'N.A.' height 26 cm, (coffee pot). Comprising tea & coffee pots, sugar…
Anglo-Indian Ivory Fly Whisk from Dame Nellie Melba's Collection
Late 19th century Anglo-Indian ivory fly Whisk. Provenance: Dame Nellie Melba. Smith & Singer, property from the collection of Dame Nellie Melba, 31st March 2015 (lot 143). Estate late John Schaeffer.
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…
Gorham Silver Bon Bon Dish with Provenance
Gorham silver gilt bon bon dish, c1895, repousse floral decoration to sides & pierced lattice corners, 12 x 12 cm, (W60g). Provenance: Dame Nellie Melba. Smith & Singer, property from the collection of Dame Nellie Melba, 31st March 2015 (lot 81). Estate…
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