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…
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…
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.
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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
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…
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 &…
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…
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
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…
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…
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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
Georgian Sterling Silver Pepperette from Melba Collection
A George III sterling silver pepperette, maker's mark worn, London, 1790 having a floral decorated baluster body, hand pierced bell form lid with acorn finial, supported on a bright cut spreading circular foot 100 gms, 16 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…
American Sterling Silver Cruet Set with Box
An American sterling silver cruet set, boxed, Mauser Manufacturing Company, New York (25). An American sterling silver cruet set, boxed, Mauser Manufacturing Company, New York comprising twelve ovoid salts with silver lattice sides framing an oblong…
Sterling Silver Cigar Lighter with Inscription, 1912
A sterling silver cigar lighter, maker's mark worn, Birmingham 1912 of lamp form, with angular loop handle, removable lighter to top, supported on a tapering circular foot, inscribed 'NM May 19th 1916' 160 gms, 13 cm high. Property from the Collection of…
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…
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 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…
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…
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 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…
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's Sterling Silver Coin Cigarette Box
A sterling silver coin mounted cigarette box, William Haseler, Birmingham 1904 the lidded box of rectangular form, the lid inset to the corners with a William III silver four pence, Queen Anne silver four pence, George II silver four pence, George III…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Sheraton Mahogany Serving Table, 1790
A George III Sheraton style cross-banded mahogany serving table, English, circa 1790, 91 cm high, 152 cm wide, 67 cm deep. Provenance: Sotheby's Australia, Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE, Melbourne, April 1 2015, lot 403
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
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…
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
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…
S & Co Silver Plated Tea and Coffee Service
A silver plated tea and coffee service, S & Co, circa 1910 (4). A silver plated tea and coffee service, S & Co, circa 1910 comprising a tea pot, coffee pot, sugar bowl and cream jug, with domed and gadrooned lids surmounted with urn finials, the bodies of…
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…
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…
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
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
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
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…
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
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…
Melba's American Sterling Silver Beaker
An American sterling silver beaker of tapering form, having an outward rolled lip, gilt interior, inscribed 'NM' to the exterior, marked '926 STERLING' to base 60grams, 7.5 cm high, 5.4 cm in diameter. 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
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…
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…
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…
Silver Plated Watering Can by Atkin Brothers, Sheffield (1910)
A silver plated watering can, Atkin Brothers, Sheffield, circa 1910 of tapering cylindrical form, surmounted with a loop handle, with a further loop handle to the side and tapering spout, inscribed 'NM' to the side 23 cm high, 30 cm wide, 13 cm deep.…
Melba's Victorian Tortoiseshell Letter Opener
A Victorian tortoiseshell letter opener, bearing the applied silver inscription 'Melba' supplied by Leuchars & Son. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
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…
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
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…
Sterling Silver Rose Bowl, Melbourne Hunt Club Trophy (9 words)
A sterling silver rose bowl, Sheffield 1907, Walker and Hall of semi-hemispherical form, mounted with two scrolling handles, supported on a spreading circular foot, inscribed: 'Melbourne Hunt Club / Dandenong Point to Point / Steeplechase / 13-9-09 / 1st…
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…
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 :…
Dresser-designed Silverplated Tea Pot from Dame Melba's Collection
A silverplated tea pot, the design attributed to Dr Christopher Dresser, retailed by Hardy Brothers, of hemispherical outline with straight wooden handle, impressed mark Hardy Bros. Sydney & Brisbane 12225 made in England, diameter 17.5 cm. Provenance:…
Large Silver Plated Butler's Tray by Boin Taburet, Paris
A large silver plated butler's tray, Boin Taburet, Paris, circa 1894 the rectangular tray having mask centred loop handles to either end, reeded edge, decorated with scrolling arabesques, inscribed 'NM' to centre, marked to verso 'BOIN TABURET A PARIS' 7…
Sterling Silver Tea & Coffee Service by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths
A Sterling silver four piece tea and coffee service, Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Company Limited, London, 1904 (4). A Sterling silver four piece tea and coffee service, Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Company Limited, London, 1904 comprising a tea pot, coffee…
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,…
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
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…
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