A library of cricket periodicals, attractively hardbound in matching bindings; comprising 'Playfair Cricket Monthly' July 1968 - December 1969 (3 volumes), 'The West Indies Cricket Annual' 1970-73 (2 volumes), 'The Cricketer' January 1973 - December 1983 (
Australia v. Pakistan: A framed souvenir presentation plate created by the Pakistan cricket team to commemorate its historic visit to Australia and New Zealand in 1972-73. Accompanied by the official souvenir programme. (2 items). The frame 42 x 31.5 cm ov
Clarrie Grimmett'S Honorary Life Membership Card from the MCC (Marylebone Cricket Club), issued in 1969 and numbered 73; lists all the fixtures at Lords, which that year featured the West Indies and New Zealand. Provenance: The Clarrie Grimmett Collection;
M.C.C. Tour of New Zealand, 1960-61: Miniature presentation bat headed 'M.C.C. XI March,1961', signed by all twelve players in the touring party which was captained by D. R. W. Silk with W. Watson as Vice Captain. Accompanied by a miniature souvenir bat fo
The Victor Trumper Benefit Match, February 1913 An original photograph of Trumper in his familiar stance at the wicket, laid down on card and with the original signatures of members of Trumper's New South Wales XI and the Rest of Australia XI led by Clem H
Ladies Tag Heuer link watch, with a stainless steel case and bracelet, mother of pearl dial with diamond markers, date window, quartz movement, Ref number WAT1417, 100 meters water resistance. No box or booklet. Needs new battery.
A Louis Vuitton Blooming Supple bracelet. Features iconic Louis Vuitton emblems including the monogram flower and LV logo charms, with a lobster clasp. Brass hardware with golden finishing. Bracelet length 19 cm. Date code OB0271. Production period 2021. C
Platinum, modern, 8.60ct cushion cut sapphire ring. Featuring one 10.6 mm x 10.3 mm, cushion cut sapphire, of estimated weight 8.60ct, in a rub over setting. New Zealand made. Ring size O 1/2. Finished weight 25.72 grams. .
Queen Mother personal letters collection includes a number of letters from Elizabeth and her family members to an Australian, Mr Rupert Dent, 1918 - 1932, Lt Dent, 53rd Battalion, wounded in action WWI), together with associated envelopes, articles and a c
Valentin Margo pair of diamond earrings, each of foliate design, the stamen pave-set with a cluster of brilliant-cut diamonds between fluted gold petals, the diamonds together weighing approximately 1.10 carats, mounted in 18ct gold, diameter 24 mm, post a
A Peter Minturn 22ct gold Bufon ring, the domed top consisting of clusters of stamens, possibly representative of a pohutakawa flower. Stamped 22ct and PM. Bought by our vendor new in 1976 and with original receipts.
An ivory netsuke study of a woman, standing in traditional robes holding a staff and shield. Stained and signed, height 5.3 cm. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
Ivory netsuke of a smoker, standing in traditional robe open exposing his chest, a pipe to one hand, the other with pouch. Recessed staining and signed. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
Ivory netsuke of a man with monkey, the monkey to his shoulder, he holds a bow to his front and a quiver of arrows to his belt. Stained and signed. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
Ivory netsuke of a demon group with old woman, the two demons on top of a box, the women seated to the front, a skull and snakes beside. Stained and signed. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New Yo
Ivory netsuke of a mountainous village scene, including buildings, figures and tress. Stained and signed. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
Ivory netsuke of Fukurokuju, the od of wisdom, luck, longevity, wealth and happiness. Traditionally displayed with his very long head. Stained and signed. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York
Ivory netsuke of a mythical dancing figure, open dropped drawer, one arm raised, wearing voluminous robe, stained. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
Ivory netsuke of two men battling with a horse, a warrior on the horses back, another man below. Signed. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
Ivory netsuke of an elderly woman, standing with pail and ladle. Stained and signed. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
Ivory netsuke of an elderly woman, in grimacing pose with one hand raised, wearing traditional robes. Stained and signed. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
Ivory netsuke of a man with monkey, the monkey to his shoulder, he holds a bow to his front and a quiver of arrows to his belt. Stained and signed. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
Ivory netsuke of foreigner, wearing traditional robes, a box hangs around his neck, a parasol to his back, signed. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
Ivory netsuke figure group, with a woman beside a rearing horse, another man (her husband) below. Signed. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
An ivory netsuke study as a Zodiac pyramid, the twelve animals in a tapered stack with dark stained and polished highlights. Signed, height 6.2 cm. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
An ivory netsuke of Hotei, traditionally represented with his open robe exposing his corpulent belly, his large sack across his shoulder upon his back. Signed, dark stained highlights. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Soth
An ivory netsuke modelled as a box maker, seated leaning upon a box showing its lid. Dark stained highlights. Signed. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
An ivory netsuke as a samurai, upon the back of a shishi with its tail as a snake. Unsigned. Dark stained highlights. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
An ivory netsuke of an old figure, crouching with hand club and fan. Stained and signed, height 4.8 cm. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
An ivory netsuke of a performer wearing a shishi mask, standing holding a rattle instrument. Stained and signed, height 6 cm. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
An ivory netsuke of a kneeling woman, applying lipstick with the use of a disc form mirror. Stained and signed. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
An ivory netsuke study, of two figures supporting a broken pillar. Stained and signed, height 5.3 cm. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
A Waterford crystal chandelier, five light branches issuing from a large-inverted baluster column, with crystal drops, chain and ceiling rose. New stock ex Tanfield and Potter. 46 x 38 cm.
A New Zealand historically important early 20th century Maori carved small table by Henry Evan Lloyd, the top carved with multiple figures and masks radiating from a central design, paua insert highlights, plain border. Raised on four carved tekoteko type
An American sterling silver 'King Albert' pattern dinner service, Whiting Manufacturing Co., New York, c1920s, the dinner service, decorated in King Albert pattern (intr. 1919), servings for ten with extras, comprising 10 dinner forks, 10 dinner spoons, 10
Two sterling silver and gold cigarette cases, 1. square with martime motif engraved to the face accented with rubies and sapphires, not tested for nature of origin, calibre-cut ruby set to deployment button, unmarked, weight 116.2 gm, 7.7 x 7.7 cm 2. blac
Ray Rogers (New Zealand/Australia 1935-2021), a spherical pit-fired earthenware vessel with incised 'Gill' rim, incised signature to base. Height 42 cm, width 42 cm.
Charles and Ray Eames (American, 1907-1978 and 1912-1988). ESU Desk, birch plywood, lacquered masonite, zinc-plated metal, with file drawer, retains manufacturer's label, minor wear (A/F), height 75 cm width 152 cm depth 71 cm. Provenance: Purchased from H
Charles and Ray Eames (American, 1907-1978 and 1912-1988). Storage Unit, birch plywood, lacquered masonite, zinc-plated metal, two sliding doors, retains manufacturer's label, minor wear (A/F), height 83 cm width 120 cm depth 40 cm. Provenance: Purchased f
A Royal Worcester porcelain 'Limoges Enamel' decorated exhibition ewer and stand, dated 1866 and 1867, the enamel decoration by Thomas Bott, Snr, the ewer of classical baluster shape on a circular foot, modelled with a Neptune mask beneath the spout and a
Peter Dick antique New Zealand 18ct gold bar brooch, set with three handsome gold nugget specimens, 19th century, stamped 'P. Dick, 18c', 5 cm wide, 9.2 grams
Michael Cardew, English glazed earthenware charger, circa 1975, impressed marks to base, 34 cm diameter. Michael Cardew (1901 - 1983) was an English studio potter who worked in West Africa for twenty years. Through Cardew's contact with Australian potter,
Antique English pink rose patterned porcelain tea ware, candle holder, serving dishes etc., early 19th century, (12 items), factories include New Hall, Flight Barr & Barr and Derby, the largest 35.5 cm diameter
Australiana silver brooches including Walsh Bros. Enamel kookaburra brooch, flannel flower and opal brooch, Sydney Harbour Bridge cufflinks and brooch, New Zealand fern brooch, etc, (8 items), the largest 6 cm wide
An antique Australian 15ct gold curb link fob chain with gold mounted New Zealand greenstone fob, 19th century, stamped '15ct' on the bar and the clips, 42 grams not including greenstone fob
An antique Australian cedar chest of twelve drawers with white porcelain knobs, New South Wales origin, 19th century, 75 cm high, 75 cm wide, 30 cm deep
William III Britannia standard silver tankard, hallmarked London, 1697, pa (Thomas Parr I), of tapered form, with two ribbed bands to body, with reeded scroll handle and stepped circular foot, label to base reading 'Thomas & Co.//153 New Bond St//Thos. Par
A rare Chinese 11th century Liao Dynasty copper alloy funerary mask. Hammered from a thin copper, tin and silver alloy sheet, the surface covered with earthen encrustation and variegated patina. 16 x 13 cm. Funerary masks such as this lot began to appear i
Tami Island bowl from Papua New Guinea, elongated elliptical shape with zoomorphic carving in high relief to each side. 69 cm length, collection of John Perkins
Ramu River shield from Papua New Guinea, decorated with a carved geometric pattern with two pierced holes for suspension. 99 cm height. Collection of John Perkins
Ramu River paddle from Papua New Guinea, stylized ancestor figures painted with dark pigment are displayed on one side of the blade. 193 cm length, collection of John Perkins
Ramu River paddle from Papua New Guinea, ebonised with the blade displaying a stylized ancestor figure with a carved throat. 151 cm length, collection of John Perkins
Ramu River paddle from Papua New Guinea, displaying stylized ancestor figures painted with dark pigment on both sides of the blade. Both the throat and grip are carved. 172 cm length, collection of John Perkins
Ramu River paddle from Papua New Guinea, stylized ancestor figures painted with dark pigment are displayed on one side of the blade. 162 cm length, collection of John Perkins
A fine 19th century kahu kiwi - kiwi feather cloak, Kaupapa of double pair twining. The top boarder with twists of black wool, the sides with twists of purple wool to the boarder. This is one of the finest kahu kiwi to ever be offered at auction in New Zea
A superb large and impressive 18th century hei tiki, a good example of a large early type II form carved in pale opaque inanga. The head shows a leftward orientation with shallow eye rings forming a wide flat nose and a mouth with tongue and two teeth. The
A large 18th century hei tiki, a classic type I hei tiki carved in pale opaque inanga variety stone with pale inclusions, most likely refashioned from an adze. The finely carved facial features display widely recessed triple ringed eyes, a finely detailed
Tiffany &. Co. 18ct rose gold 'Return to Tiffany' pendant. Modelled as a heart, inscribed 'Please Return to love Tiffany &. Co New York', suspended from a fine trace chain, completed by a bolt ring clasp with lock charm, signed Tiffany &. Co. Leng
An ivory netsuke study of a lion with a cub, the recumbent lioness with her cub to her back. Dark stained with pale worn section to her head. Signed, length 5 cm. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc.
An ivory netsuke study, of a lizard and centipede upon a gourd, stained and signed. Amber insert eyes, length 5 cm. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
An ivory netsuke study, of a lizard and centipede upon a gourd, stained and signed. Amber insert eyes, length 5 cm. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
An ivory netsuke study of a contorted mouse, scratching its nose and behind its ear forming the himotoshi, the tail curling and rising up its back. Stained finish, signed. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Ber
An ivory netsuke study of mouse lying on a fan, stained finish, signed. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
An ivory netsuke study of a sleeping boar, in recumbent position with bent knees, stained finish, signed, length 4.8 cm. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
An ivory netsuke figure of a warrior, wearing armour and carrying a jar. He frowns as he eats an octopus tentacle, stained. Inscribed Tomochika, height 5.8 cm. Provenance: Purchased lot 881, 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet
An old ivory netsuke of a shishi, seated on an oval base with right paw upon a ball, glaring backwards, stained highlights. Unsigned. Provenance: Purchased part lot 903, 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
An old ivory netsuke of a shishi, carved attempting to mount an enormous ball, stained highlights. Unsigned. Provenance: Purchased part lot 903, 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
A 19th century stained ivory netsuke study of a bamboo section, the hollowed interior fitted with a moveable securing peg, signed Rakuzan, length 3.7 cm. Provenance: Purchased lot 894 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. N
Vintage lacquered netsuke of a dancing man, with coloured highlights, wearing a pointed hat and with a sacred crane on his back. Provenance: Purchased 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc. New York.
An old stained ivory netsuke of a fisherman, standing holding a large fish, wearing a short robe and straw boots, black stained highlights. Signed Chikaaki, height 5.1 cm. Provenance: Purchased lot 911 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheby P
An early 19th century wood netsuke study of a shishi, seated on its hind feet with its forepaws resting on a large pierced ball which contains a loose pallet, signed Masanao. Provenance: Purchased lot 723 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 1975. Sotheb
A 19th century ivory netsuke study of a seated shishi, he raises hid hind foot to scratch behind his ear, the well stained ivory showing good wear, inscribed Tomochika, length 2.8 cm. Provenance: Purchased lot 847 'Japanese and Other Works of Art' June 197