A Sancai Glazed Qing Dynasty Ceramic Pagoda, Jiaqing Period, c. 1796-1820,
modelled in four sections, the tapering hexagonal tower rising above a pedestal with five registers including the entrance with red door and balconied surround, each register with windows inset with an amber-glazed meditating Bodhisattva and tiled sloping eaves sculpted with amber-glazed gargoyles in the form of dragon heads projecting at each corner, all tapering to a three sectioned spire at apex, 128x40x41cm

Size cm:
128x40x41cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 4000 / 6000

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Sculpture of Guanyin, c. 1368-1644,
seated in rajalilasana above a tree stump dressed in a loose flowing robe gathered and tied at the waist with a sash, the left leg raised with the left hand resting on the bent knee in bhumisparsa mudra below the bare chest and décolletage decorated with a two strand necklace, the expressive visage of fine detail below an elaborate coiffure and projecting tiara at apex, 69x32x29cm (74x35x46cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
69x32x29cm (74x35x46cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 4000 / 6000

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Sculpture Of Guanyin, c. 1368-1644,
seated in rajalilasana above a tree stump dressed in a loose flowing robe draped about the torso, the right leg raised with the right hand in bhumisparsa mudra resting on the knee below the bare chest and décolletage decorated with a single strand necklace, the expressive visage of fine detail below a tightly combed coiffure and projecting crown at apex, 69x32x29cm (74x35x46cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
69x32x29cm (74x35x46cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 4000 / 6000

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Head Of Guanyin, c. 1368-1644,
the visage of fine symmetry and exquisite features flanked by prominent ears, the heavy-lidded downcast eyes with well-defined irises below elegant arching brows, the hair pulled back and curled at the forehead below a foliate crown and a seated bodhisattva at apex, remnant polychrome mineral earth pigments, 39x21x21cm (41x21x21cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
39x21x21cm (41x21x21cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 2000 / 4000

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Sculpture of a Luohan, c. 1368-1644
seated in padmasana wearing a loose flowing robe folded across his chest, his hands raised together with a book resting on his palms, his visage with benign expression and steady gaze, 41x25x32cm (46x47x34cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
41x25x32cm (46x47x34cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 2500 / 4500

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Sculpture of a Luohan, c. 1368-1644
seated in rajalilasana with his clenched right hand raised to his chest and his left fist resting on his knee, wearing a loose flowing robe exposing his chest displaying prominent ribs, his intently expressive visage of superb detail with tightly drawn lips and prominent cheeks, below a furrowed brow and a closely cropped coiffure, 40x32x28cm (45x38x44cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
40x32x28cm (45x38x44cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 2500 / 4500

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Sculpture of a Luohan, c. 1368-1644
seated in rajalilasana with his straight right arm supporting his torso and his left arm behind the raised left knee, wearing a loose flowing robe exposing his chest, the expressive visage of superb detail with slightly furrowed brow below a tightly cropped coiffure, 42x8x42cm (48x47x29cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
42x8x42cm (48x47x29cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 2500 / 4500

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Sculpture of a Luohan, c. 1368-1644
reclining against a tree stump as if asleep with his clenched left hand supporting his resting head, his right hand in a ball resting on his thigh, his loose flowing robe exposing his abdomen and chest displaying prominent ribs, the visage of superb detail with closed eyes below a closely cropped coiffure, 36x45x25cm (42x37x32cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
36x45x25cm (42x37x32cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 2500 / 4500

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Sculpture of a Luohan, c. 1368-1644
seated in padmasana wearing a loose flowing robe gathered in his hands at his chest, his slightly stooped torso below his wise expressive visage of superb detail, with prominent cheeks, his tightly drawn lips with an hint of a smile, below profuse eyebrows and a furrowed forehead, 41x31x19cm (45x47x24cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
41x31x19cm (45x47x24cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 2500 / 4500

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Sculpture of a Luohan, c. 1368-1644
Seated in dhyanasana with his right hand raised in abhaya mudra, wearing a loose flowing brown robe with green edging folded across his chest and secured at the waist with a sash tied in a bow, his visage flanked by long ears with benign expression and steady gaze, below closely cropped hair, 45x26x36cm (50x47x30cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
45x26x36cm (50x47x30cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 2500 / 4500

A Sancai-Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculpture of a Courtier, c. 1368-1644,
standing above an intricate four-footed green glazed plinth decorated with columns splashed with amber, dressed in long sumptuous green-glazed robes with amber-glazed edges and a long pendulous amber sash tied with a bow, her raised hands hidden within the folds of her sleeves holding a pot to her chest above a brown glazed presentation drapery, the exposed toes of her shoes with upturned triangular scrolling tips, the separately modelled head of fine detail and expressive visage with smiling red lips on a pale-cream glaze, her forehead with an inset red urna, flanked by long ears embellished with green-glazed floral earrings, her hair combed back in layers below a green and amber glazed headdress, 126x30x30cm

Size cm:
126x30x30cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 5000 / 7000

A Sancai-Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculpture of a Courtier, c. 1368-1644,
standing above an intricate four-footed green glazed plinth decorated with columns splashed with amber, her slender-fingered hands holding a fan to her chest, dressed in a long pleated robe and a three-quarter length overcoat with capacious sleeves, buttoned to the front decorated with scrolling shoulders and floral motifs in relief to the lower section, the exposed toes of her shoes with upturned triangular scrolling tips, the separately modelled head of fine detail expressive and visage with smiling lips in a pale-cream glaze, her forehead with an inset urna, flanked by long ears embellished with floral earrings, below an elaborate coiffure projecting above a floral band, 125x30x30cm

Size cm:
125x30x30cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 5000 / 7000

Two Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
standing above hexagonal plinths wearing long robes gathered and tied at the waist with voluminous sleeves, glazed in blue with a splash of amber, the separately modelled heads of exceptional detail the female with a tall black coiffure and the male wearing a projecting turquoise domed hat, 48x12; 47x13cm (2)

Size cm:
48x12; 47x13cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

Two Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
standing above hexagonal plinths the male glazed in green splashed with amber wearing long flowing robes gathered at the waist and tied with a sash, the woman glazed in blue and amber wearing long robes and a jacket holding a bowl at her chest, the heads of exceptional detail, separately modelled and adorned with headdresses, 47x13cm, 46x14cm (2)

Size cm:
47x13cm, 46x14cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

Two Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
standing above hexagonal plinths wearing long robes gathered and tied at the waist with voluminous sleeves all in a blue glaze splashed with amber edging, the separately modelled heads of exceptional detail the female with an intricate black coiffure tied with a red ribbon and the male wearing a projecting tall domed hat, 49x14, 47x15cm (2)

Size cm:
49x14, 47x15cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

Two Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
of two male figures standing above hexagonal plinths wearing long robes with voluminous sleeves gathered and tied at the waist one in a blue glaze the other green both with amber detail, the separately modelled heads of exceptional detail and tall brimmed hats, 47x14, 46x15cm (2)

Size cm:
47x14, 46x15cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

Two Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
In the form of a officer and consort both standing above hexagonal bases wearing long robes with voluminous sleeves under a jacket in a green and brown glaze, the separately modelled heads of exceptional detail, the female with a coiffure of a series of plated buns and the male wearing a tall black hat, 40x13, 39x13cm (2)

Size cm:
40x13, 39x13cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

Two Sancai-Glazed Ming Dynasty Equestrian Form Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
in the form of two mounted merchants, with separately modelled heads both clutching bundles to their chests, the horses with green glazed trappings and black manes standing at rest above rectangular bases, 28x24x9cm (2)

Size cm:
28x24x9cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

Two Sancai-Glazed Ming Dynasty Equestrian Form Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
in the form of two mounted merchants, with separately modelled heads one clutching a bundle to his chest, the horses with green glazed trappings and black manes standing at rest above rectangular bases, 28x24x9cm (2)

Size cm:
28x24x9cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

Two Sancai-Glazed Ming Dynasty Equestrian Form Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
in the form of two mounted merchants, with separately modelled heads one clutching a bundle to his chest, the horses with green glazed trappings and black manes standing at rest above rectangular bases, 28x24x9cm (2)

Size cm:
28x24x9cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

A Sancai-Glazed Ming Style Pottery Sculpture of an Horse, c. 20th Century,
standing four-square with the neck in a graceful curve, the body in a cream glaze with the mane, tail and saddle in black, with splashes of green glaze to the trappings and ankles, 26x25x6cm

Size cm:
26x25x6cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 800 / 1000

A Sancai-Glazed Liao Dynasty Pottery Pillow, c. 907-1125
of leaf shape with a glazed panel depicting a child holding a bottle to his ear with blue and ochre painted highlights to his robes on a floral lotus setting and green ground within a blue inset moulded border, 26x10cm

Size cm:
26x10cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 700 / 900

Two Sancai-Glazed Qing Dynasty Pottery Elephant Stools, Daoguang to Guangxu Period, c. 1820-1908,
standing four square above green-glazed rectangular platforms both with saddles and elaborate trappings in green and amber glaze, their trunks curled touching the ground, the well-formed ears and diminutive projecting tusks all in a white-cream glaze, 60x26x50cm (2)

Size cm:
60x26x50cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 2000 / 4000

Two Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
modelled in the form of two males standing above a square platform one with green glaze and applied black pigments the other with cream glaze and brown applied pigments, one with his hands at his waist holding a bell, the separately modelled heads both with low domed hats with wide brims, 29cm-30cm (2)

Size cm:
29cm-30cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

Two Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
standing above square platforms the male wearing a knee length robe beneath a short tunic, the woman in a green glazed robe holding a shawl splashed with amber glaze, the separately modelled heads of exceptional detail the female with black hair held in two buns and the male wearing a projecting black hat, 29cm-30cm (2)

Size cm:
29cm-30cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

Two Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
standing above square platforms the male wearing a loose robe tied at the waist, the woman in a green glazed robe and long buttoned tunic, the separately modelled heads of exceptional detail the female with black hair held in two buns and the male wearing a domed black hat, 29cm-30cm (2)

Size cm:
29cm-30cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

Two Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
the two males standing above a square platform one wearing a knee length black buttoned tunic, the other with a cream and brown costume holding a green glazed bell, the separately modelled heads one wearing a low black hat the other with a red peaked hat with wide brim, 29cm-30cm (2)

Size cm:
29cm-30cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

Two Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
the two males standing above a square platform one with a green glazed robe and brown buttoned tunic the other with a cream robe splashed with yellow glaze, the separately modelled heads one with his head bound with a cloth the other with a tall domed hat, 29cm-30cm (2)

Size cm:
29cm-30cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

Two Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
standing above square platforms the male wearing a blue glazed costume, the woman in a yellow robe with black buttoned tunic, the separately modelled heads of exceptional detail the female with black hair held in two buns and the male wearing a low domed hat, 29cm-30cm (2)

Size cm:
29cm-30cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

Two Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
of two males standing above a square platform one with a green and black tunic the other dressed in a loose cream and yellow buttoned robe tied at the waist, the separately modelled heads with well-defined expressive faces both wearing low domed hats with wide brims, 29cm-30cm (2)

Size cm:
29cm-30cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

Two Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
of two males standing above a square platform one with green glaze robe and black collared tunic the other wearing a black buttoned tunic holding a shawl splashed with amber glaze at his waist, the separately modelled heads with low domed hats with wide brims, 29cm-30cm (2)

Size cm:
29cm-30cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

Two Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
of two males standing above a square platform one with brown glaze robe the other wearing a black buttoned tunic holding a shawl splashed with amber glaze at his waist, the separately modelled heads modelled heads with well-defined expressive faces one with a beard both wearing black, 29cm-30cm (2)

Size cm:
29cm-30cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

Two Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
of two males standing above a square platform one with turquoise-blue tunic and brown glazed robe, the other wearing a wearing a blue glazed robe under a red tunic with his hands at his waist holding shall splashed with brown glaze, the separately modelled heads with expressive faces one with a cloth head covering tied with a knot to the forehead the other with a peaked hat with wide black brim, 29cm-30cm (2)

Size cm:
29cm-30cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

Two Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
standing above square platforms the male wearing a long brown glazed robe beneath a buttoned jacket tunic, the woman in a turquoise-green buttoned tunic, the separately modelled heads of exceptional detail the female with black hair held in two buns and the male wearing a low domed black hat, 29cm-30cm (2)

Size cm:
29cm-30cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Head Of Buddha, c. 1368-1644,
of large proportions mounted above a three tiered wooden display base, the rounded visage of well-defined features flanked by pendulous earlobes, the smiling bow shaped lips below down cast eyes inset with glass beads, a deep recessed urna at forehead below a coiffure of tight curls with central circular boss, remnant polychrome mineral earth pigments, 39x34x36cm (66x50x50cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
39x34x36cm (66x50x50cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 3500 / 5500

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Sculpture of a Daoist Deity, c. 1368-1644
seated above a rectangular bench dressed in flowing colourful robes with his right hand clenched above his knee, his left hand raised to his chest grasping a section of his tunic, his expressive visage below an elaborate crown, 52x20x34cm (65x42x26cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
52x20x34cm (65x42x26cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 2000

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Sculpture of a Daoist Deity, c. 1368-1645
seated above a rectangular bench dressed in flowing colourful robes with his arms raised to his chest, his expressive visage with eyes held in a steady gaze below an elaborate crown, 48x35x20cm (65x44x24cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
48x35x20cm (65x44x24cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 2000

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Temple Wall Relief of a Daoist Lady, c. 1368-1644
in the form of a courtier seated above an elaborate pew dressed in capacious vestments, her head tilted slightly forward with her arms raised to her chest, 30x14cm

Size cm:
30x14cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 700 / 900

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Temple Wall Relief, of a Daoist Gentleman, c. 1368-1644
dressed in voluminous flowing robes and standing with his head slightly turned to the left and his hands raised to the right, his visage of clear detail displaying a moustache, red smiling lips and high arching brows below an elaborate headdress, 36x12x13cm (46x33x19cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
36x12x13cm (46x33x19cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 700 / 900

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Temple Wall Relief of a Foreign Visitor, c. 1368-1644
Standing with one arm raised wearing a long robe and an overcoat buckled at the waist, his inquisitive visage with a moustache and raised eyebrows below long flowing hair, 27x14x7cm (40x29x14cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
27x14x7cm (40x29x14cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 700 / 900

A Ming Dynasty Painted Clay Temple Wall Relief of a Daoist Mythical Deity, c. 1368-1644
the dynamically modelled female goddess dressed in flowing robes, leaning forward astride a mythical beast in the form of a dragon carp, 33x14x7cm (39x29x15cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
33x14x7cm (39x29x15cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 700 / 900

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Temple Wall Relief of a Mounted Warrior, c. 1368-1644
the powerful striding horse with robust harness below the warrior with a bearded expressive visage and glaring eyes dressed in heavy boots and robes leaning forward in the saddle, his torso turned with arm outstretched to the rear, 24x24x7cm (36x29x22cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
24x24x7cm (36x29x22cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 1500

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Daoist Temple Wall Relief of an Usher c. 1368-1644
standing with his head turned to the right wearing a black hat and dressed in a long robe with voluminous sleeves, his left hand raised to his head with his right hand at his waist as if indicating passage, his expressive visage with moustache and goatee, red lips and high arching, eyebrows, 24x9cm (35x20x11cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
24x9cm (35x20x11cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Ming Dynasty Painted Clay Temple Wall Relief of Daoist Gentleman, c. 1368-1644
standing slightly turned to the left dressed in a long robe with voluminous sleeves, his left hand raised to his chest with his right hand lowered to his left leg, his expressive visage with moustache and goatee, red lips and elegant arching eyebrows, wearing a tall black hat, 24x9cm (35x20x11cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
24x9cm (35x20x11cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Temple Wall Relief of a Daoist Attendant, c. 1368-1644
the lady standing straight with her gaze slightly to the right dressed in a long robe beneath a tunic with voluminous sleeves, her hands raised to her chest holding two books, her expressive visage with red smiling lips and gentle elegant eyes, below short black hair, 33x8cm

Size cm:
33x8cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Temple Wall Relief of a Daoist Deity, c. 1368-1644
the mythical male seated in dhyanasana above a billowing cloud, dressed in loose flowing robes, his expressive visage surmounted with a short black hat, 18x20cm (28x31x15cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
18x20cm (28x31x15cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Temple Wall Relief of Two Young Children, c. 1368-1644
engaged in playful activity one holding up a jar, the other with her head turned to the right looking up at her companion, 10x5x4cm (25x21x15cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
10x5x4cm (25x21x15cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Temple Wall Relief of Budai, c. 1368-1644
seated reclining against a support holding prayer beads and a ring in his hands, dressed in a loose-fitting robe with his chest and large belly exposed, below an expressive smiling face, 8x12cm (21x21x12cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
8x12cm (21x21x12cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Temple Wall Relief of a Daoist Nobleman, c. 1368-1644
dressed in voluminous flowing robes and standing with his head slightly turned to the left and his hands raised to the right and hidden within the sleeves of his garment, his visage of clear detail displaying smiling red lips and high arching brows below an elaborate headdress, 29x10cm (not Incl. base 10x25x15cm)

Size cm:
29x10cm (not Incl. base 10x25x15cm)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Temple Wall Relief of a Warrior Riding A Tiger, c. 1368-1644
modelled in dynamic posture, the tiger in full gallop below the warrior wearing battle armour seated astride the saddle turned slightly to the right, 38x29x14cm (39x53x22 Incl. base)

Size cm:
38x29x14cm (39x53x22 Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 1500

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Temple Wall Relief of a Daoist Nobleman, c. 1368-1644
dressed in voluminous flowing robes and standing with his head slightly tilted up with his gaze aloft, his hands clasped and raised to his chest, his visage of clear detail with red smiling lips and high arching brows below an elaborate headdress, 27x13x10cm (27x25x15cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
27x13x10cm (27x25x15cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Sculpture Of Guanyin, c. 1368-1644,
seated in lalitasana on a lotus platform supported above a recumbent white elephant with arching trunk and projecting tusks, the left foot resting above a lotus flower, the right hand in dhyana mudra, the left hand raised in vitarka mudra, dressed in loose fitting flowing robes with bare chest, the décolletage decorated with a double strand necklace with an elaborate central pendant, below a serene visage of fine features with a recessed urna at the brow, the hair tightly pulled back below a projecting crown at apex, 96x72x45cm

Size cm:
96x72x45cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 6000 / 8000

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Sculpture Of Guanyin, c. 1368-1644,
seated on a lotus platform supported above an Imperial guardian Shi lion draped in flowing robes, the legs in lalitasana with the right foot resting above a lotus flower, the right hand in bhumisparsa mudra the left hand raised in abhaya mudra, dressed in loose fitting flowing robes with bare chest, the décolletage decorated with a double strand necklace with an elaborate central pendant, below a serene visage of fine features with a recessed urna at the brow, the wavy coiffure below a projecting crown with a central Buddha in relief at apex, 94x71x46cm

Size cm:
94x71x46cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 6000 / 8000

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Sculpture Of Guanyin, c. 1368-1644,
seated in lalitasana on a lotus platform supported above a recumbent Imperial guardian Shi lion with inverted head, the right foot resting above a lotus flower, the right hand in dhyana mudra, the left hand raised in vitarka mudra, dressed in loose fitting flowing robes secure at the waist with a knotted sash, the bare chest embellished with a double strand necklace with an elaborate central pendant, below a serene visage of fine features with a recessed urna at the brow, the hair tightly pulled back below a projecting crown at apex, 97x70x45cm

Size cm:
97x70x45cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 6000 / 8000

A Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Sculpture Of Guanyin, c. 1368-1644,
in monumental form seated in lalitasana, dressed in a loose fitting dhoti and flowing scarf, the bare chest and décolletage decorated with an elaborate multi-strand necklace, the expressive visage of fine detail with a recessed urna at forehead below a projecting coiffure at apex, 109x85x52cm

Size cm:
109x85x52cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 30000 / 50000

A Sancai-Glazed Ming Dynasty Roof Tile Centre Piece, c. 1368-1644
the form of a Dog of Fo in menacing stance wearing and elaborate saddle and trappings splashed with yellow and brown glaze surmounted by a bulbous funnel, the ferocious head with bulging eyes, the mouth agape baring yellow glazed teeth and the mane of voluminous curls in brown glaze cascading about the neck, 41x31x17cm

Size cm:
41x31x17cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

A Sancai-Glazed Ming Dynasty Roof Tile Centre Piece, c. 1368-1645
in the form of a Dog of Fo standing upright with the head held high, the body decorated with scrolling roundels to his haunches, and a strap harness running the length of his body, an incense chimney through his centre section, in vivid green glazes, with additional splashes of typical yellow orange glaze, 41x37x12cm (57x45x27cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
41x37x12cm (57x45x27cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

A Sancai-Glazed Ming Dynasty Equestrian Form Roof Tile, c. 1368-1645
the mount wearing green glazed battle armour with his bearded face and helmet highlighted in amber, seated astride a pale yellow glazed caparisoned horse standing four square, its mane and harness splashed with green-glaze, 37x30x13cm (52x35x25cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
37x30x13cm (52x35x25cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 700 / 900

A Sancai-Glazed Ming Dynasty Equestrian Form Roof Tile, c. 1368-1645
the mount wearing green glazed battle armour with his ferocious bearded face and hands highlighted in amber, seated astride a pale yellow glazed caparisoned horse in full gallop, its mane and trappings splashed with green-glaze, 35x12x20cm (50x36x25cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
35x12x20cm (50x36x25cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 700 / 900

A Gilded and Painted Clay Ming Dynasty Head Of Buddha, c. 1368-1645,
of monumental proportions, the ovoid visage of well-defined features flanked by pendulous earlobes, the bow shaped lips with an hint of a smile, the open almond eyes inset with glass beads casting a steady gaze, a deep recessed urna at forehead below a circular boss at the crown, the coiffure of tight curls rising to a domed ushnisha at apex, remnant polychrome mineral earth pigments, 98x64cm (105x66cm Incl. base)

Size cm:
98x64cm (105x66cm Incl. base)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 20000 / 30000

A Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculpture of a Dwelling, c. 1368-1644,
with separately modelled roof, in a green glaze, with a yellow glazed apex, the inset windows and doorway below a gable decorated with three ornamental features in relief, flanked by two pillared stanchions, the rear with a brick façade, 49x42x18cm

Size cm:
49x42x18cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 2000 / 4000

A Green-Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculpture of a Dwelling, c. 1368-1644,
the one-sided model with a pitched roof of semicircular striated tiling, decorated with three motifs of an interlocking design applied in relief below the eave, 38x30x17cm

Size cm:
38x30x17cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

Six Terracotta Yuan to Ming Dynasty Cave Temple Ceiling Bricks, c. 1279-1644,
of rectangular form with peaked terminals decorated in relief with a mythical deity within swirling clouds, 23x12x5cm (6)

Size cm:
23x12x5cm (6)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 2000

Six Terracotta Yuan to Ming Dynasty Cave Temple Ceiling Bricks, c. 1279-1644,
of rectangular form with peaked terminals decorated in relief with a mythical deity within swirling clouds, 23x12x5cm (6)

Size cm:
23x12x5cm (6)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 2000

Three Glazed Ming Dynasty Horoscopic Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
standing above hexagonal bases each holding an animal of the zodiac, in green and amber glaze, separately modelled heads of exceptional detail the two males wearing elaborate headdresses and the female with tightly combed hair arranged in series of buns, 33x11x10cm (3)

Size cm:
33x11x10cm (3)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 2000 / 4000

Three Glazed Ming Dynasty Horoscopic Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
standing above hexagonal bases each holding an animal of the zodiac, in green and amber glaze, the three male separately modelled heads of exceptional detail wearing elaborate headdresses, 33x11x10cm (3)

Size cm:
33x11x10cm (3)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 2000 / 4000

Three Glazed Ming Dynasty Horoscopic Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
standing above hexagonal bases each holding an animal of the zodiac, in green and amber glaze, separately modelled heads of exceptional detail the one male wearing an elaborate headdress and the two females with a coiffure arranged in series of buns, 33x11x10cm (3)

Size cm:
33x11x10cm (3)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 2000 / 4000

Three Glazed Ming Dynasty Horoscopic Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
standing above hexagonal bases each holding an animal of the zodiac, in green and amber glaze, separately modelled heads of exceptional detail the two males wearing elaborate headdresses and the female with tightly combed hair arranged in a series of buns, 33x11x10cm (3)

Size cm:
33x11x10cm (3)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 2000 / 4000

Three Green-Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
all standing above a block platform modelled in the form of two males one with a drum the other with a trumpet and a female with an elaborate black coiffure, 21x6x7cm (3)

Size cm:
21x6x7cm (3)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 2000

Three Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
all in a green glaze two with splashes of amber glaze detail, modelled in the form of two males one with a trumpet the other holding a sash and a female with an elaborate black coiffure holding a fan, 21x6x7cm (3)

Size cm:
21x6x7cm (3)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 2000

Three Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
all in a green glaze two with splashes of amber glaze detail, modelled in the form of two males one with a trumpet the other wearing a long-sleeved tunic and tall black hat and with his right arm raised to his visage, the female with an elaborate black coiffure holding a fan, 21x6x7cm (3)

Size cm:
21x6x7cm (3)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 2000

Three Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
all in a green glaze one with splashes of amber glaze detail, modelled in the form of two males one with a trumpet the other holding a satchel over his shoulder and a female holding a bundle to her chest, 21x6x7cm (3)

Size cm:
21x6x7cm (3)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 2000

Three Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
modelled in the form of two males one with a drum the other with a trumpet and a female with an elaborate black coiffure, 21x6x7cm (3)

Size cm:
21x6x7cm (3)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 2000

Three Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
all in a green glaze, modelled in the form of three males all wearing tall hats, one holding a bell in his right hand lowered to his waist one wearing a long sleeved tunic with his left arm raised to his visage, the other with his right hand at his waist and his gaze lowered to the ground, 21x6x7cm (3)

Size cm:
21x6x7cm (3)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 2000

Three Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
all in a green glaze with splashes of amber glaze detail, modelled in the form of two males one with an elaborate tall coiffure the other with a brimmed low set black hat and a female holding a bundle to her chest, 21x6x7cm (3)

Size cm:
21x6x7cm (3)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 2000

Three Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures, c. 1368-1644,
all in a green glaze one with splashes of amber glaze detail, modelled in the form of two males one with his hands at his waist the other with a tall black hat and a female with an elaborate coiffure holding an umbrella resting against her right shoulder, 21x6x7cm (3)

Size cm:
21x6x7cm (3)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 2000

Two Green and Amber Glazed Ming Dynasty Pottery Sculptures of Attendants, c. 1368-1644,
standing above square sectioned pedestals the male dressed in a pleated robe below a three-quarter length tunic buttoned to the front holding a fan to his chest, the female in similar attire but with a wide collar decorated with scrolling edges and holding an amber glazed teapot, the separately modeled heads of fine detail with expressive faces in a pale-cream glaze, red lips, black eyes and arching brows, the male wearing a tall black glazed hat, the female with her hair held in two buns above her ears, 77x21x21cm, 78x21x22cm (2)

Size cm:
77x21x21cm, 78x21x22cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 3000 / 5000

A Tall Chinese Book Case, c. 19th Century,
in two sections the upper section with four doors opening to the front and sides, two shelves above two long draws with their panels decorated with floral motifs in relief, the openwork doors featuring a stag and a phoenix amongst angular scrollwork, rondels and floral inserts to the front panels, the side panels of angular scroll work with inserts, the lower section with two long draws decorated with floral motifs in relief above a wide shelved cavity enclosed by two doors with panels decorated in relief with vases, flowers and foliage, brass fittings, 243x109x70cm

Size cm:
243x109x70cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 3000 / 5000

A Set of Four Tall Wood-Panelled Chinese Interior Folding Doors, c. 19th-20th Century
with openwork lattice upper sections, brass fittings, 252x53x6cm

Size cm:
252x53x6cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

A Chinese Rosewood Armchair, c. 20th Century,
the backsplat carved with a central circular plate with two vases in relief and an openwork surround of scrolling flowering sprays, the apron with scrolling openwork, 92x63x48cm

Size cm:
92x63x48cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 1500

A Chinese Gilt and Lacquered Beijing Altar Table Coffer, c. 1860-1880
of Northern Elm or Yamu wood the panelled two-plank top with everted scroll-ends above two drawers and a lower shelved cavity with two doors, flanked by tapering freezes of outdoor scenes above an openwork floral carved apron, brass fittings, 216x101x55cm

Size cm:
216x101x55cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 3000 / 5000

A Wooden lacquered Qing Dynasty Table Screen and Stand, c. 19th Century
depicting nobleman holding court within a garden setting highlighted in gilding, the frame set above cuneiform openwork Buddhistic designs within a red-lacquer scroll inset support, 91x68x36cm

Size cm:
91x68x36cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 700 / 900

An Elm Wood Scroll legged Table, c. 19th Century,
the low set table with elegant scrolling legs, 115x20x25cm

Size cm:
115x20x25cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 700 / 1000

An Elm Wood Scroll legged Table, c.19th Century,
the low set table with elegant scrolling legs, 105x20x25cm

Size cm:
105x20x25cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 700 / 1000

Two Wooden Qing Dynasty Architectural Elements, c. 19th Century,
the truncated pillar support sections intricately sculpted in the form of mythical Shi lions, 100x35x30cm Incl. base (2)

Size cm:
100x35x30cm Incl. base (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 2000 / 5000

A Large Cast Iron Ming Dynasty Sculpture of a Guardian, c. 15th-16th Century,
seated above a rectangular bench, inscribed in relief to one side, wearing a lose robe below an armoured tunic, the exposed bare chest displaying prominent ribs, the lower legs encased in armour with fists resting above the knees, the fierce expressive visage with furrowed brow and two wings projecting from the temples, 63x38x31cm

Size cm:
63x38x31cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

A Bronze Qing Dynasty Vase, c. 19th Century,
in the Han style, of telescopic form with a band of stipple carving to the centre, 26x14cm

Size cm:
26x14cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Cast Iron Ming Dynasty Sculpture of Zhenwu, c. 1368-1645
the Daoist deity cast seated above a four-footed throne, with the right hand in bhumisparsa mudra and the left in vitarka mudra, the visage with downcast eyes and sage expression below the characteristic long hair combed back, a writhing dragon emblazoned on the chest of the belted garment with a long, draped outer robe decorated with a scrolling hem falling in folds about the exposed bare feet, 19x13x10cm

Size cm:
19x13x10cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Bronze Qing Dynasty Ornamental Elephant, c. 19th Century,
exhibiting fine detail with elaborate harness and a large urn perched above the saddle, 9x9cm

Size cm:
9x9cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 500 / 800

A Cast Iron Qing Dynasty Sculpture of an Immortal, c. 19th-20th Century
standing above a circular lotus platform dressed in flowing robes with his chest and belly exposed, his bearded visage with distant gazing eyes, holding up a fan in his right hand and a kalasa in his left hand, 48x14cm

Size cm:
48x14cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 400 / 600

A Stone Qing Dynasty Sculpture of an Imperial Guardian Shi Lion, c. 1644-1911
seated on haunches above a circular section platform, the face with ferocious expression, bulging eyes and teeth bared, the wavy mane of curls cascading down the striated back, 38x18cm

Size cm:
38x18cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Black Clay Qing Dynasty Temple Sculpture of A Dog of Fo, c. 19th-20th Century,
in the Tang style, of ferocious expression with wings, seated on haunches above a sectioned plinth base, the top of the head perforated with holes to accommodate incense sticks, 25x8cm

Size cm:
25x8cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Stone Song Dynasty Sculpture of an Imperial Guardian Shi Lion, c. 960-1279
seated on haunches above a rectangular platform the weathered stone sculpture still exhibiting good detail, of robust forelegs below a visage of ferocious expression, with teeth bared and a wavy mane of curls about the neck embellished with a pendant collar, 73x22x41cm

Size cm:
73x22x41cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 3000 / 5000

Two Stone Qing Dynasty Sculptures of Imperial Guardian Shi Lions, Kangxi to Jiaqing Period, c....
seated on haunches above rectangular block platforms with decorated panels of floral and scrolling motifs in relief, their large clawed paws and robust forelegs below faces with ferocious expressions with bulging eyes and teeth bared, their manes of wavy curls about their stout necks, 87x30x56 (2)

Size cm:
87x30x56 (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 7000 / 9000

A Green-Glazed Han Dynasty Pottery Jar (Hu), c. 206 BC-220 AD,
of ovoid bulbous form, raised above a circular foot decorated with linear bands and taotie masks with applied mock ring handles below an elegant waisted neck flaring to a sectioned rim, 33x25cm

Size cm:
33x25cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

A Painted Han Dynasty Pottery Storage Jar with Cover, c. 206 BC-220 AD,
raised above a circular foot the body of ovoid bulbous form below an elegant waisted neck with flaring rim and peaked cover, all decorated with linear bands in applied red pigments, the cover stylised with undulating wave-form topography, 43x26cm

Size cm:
43x26cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1200 / 1500

A Green-Glazed Han Dynasty Pottery Jar (Hu), c. 206 BC-220 AD,
of ovoid bulbous form, raised above a circular foot decorated with linear bands and taotie masks with applied mock ring handles below an elegant waisted neck flaring to a sectioned rim, 36x28cm

Size cm:
36x28cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1200 / 1500

A Grey Clay Pottery Han Dynasty Storage Jar with Cover, c. 206 BC-220 AD,
of circular form raised above three stout legs embellished with figurative motifs, the body decorated with motifs of taotie masks, a deer, a tiger and an equestrian in relief, the cover with stylised undulating wave-form topography, 23x19cm

Size cm:
23x19cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Painted Han Dynasty Pottery Boshanlu, c. 206 BC-220 AD,
raised above three elegant legs, the ovoid body with flaring rim at the mid-section with a deep bowl and circular aperture, the cover with three perforations at apex, all decorated with lineal bands in red pigment, 16x18cm

Size cm:
16x18cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Green Glazed Han Dynasty Pottery Model of an Animal Pen, c. 206 BC-220 AD,
the deep circular lipped bowl with a tall ovoid roofed shelter projecting at one end, complete with a door, window and stairs, 25x19cm

Size cm:
25x19cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 500 / 700

A Painted Han Dynasty Pottery Ding with Cover, c. 206 BC-220 AD,
raised above three stout legs, the body with lug handles, the cover with three projecting knobs, all with applied black pigments, 18x25cm

Size cm:
18x25cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 500 / 700

A Painted Han Dynasty Pottery Storage Jar with Cover, c. 206 BC-220 AD,
of circular form raised above three short legs, with applied black and red pigments, 20x21cm

Size cm:
20x21cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 500 / 700

A Green Glazed Han Dynasty Pottery Boshanlu, c. 206 BC-220 AD,
the central bowl-shaped censer of bulbous form above a tapering leg rising from a circular dish, together with an ornate cover decorated with linear geometric motifs in relief, 18x21cm (2)

Size cm:
18x21cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 500 / 700

A Green Glazed Han Dynasty Pottery Model of a Stove, c. 206 BC-220 AD,
of rectangular form with three circular wells with raised rims, 37x28x14cm

Size cm:
37x28x14cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 500 / 700

Two Terracotta Qing Dynasty, Wall Reliefs, c. 19th Century,
in the song style depicting standing attendants dressed in flowing robes, 48x19x10cm

Size cm:
48x19x10cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 800 / 1200

Two Framed Chinese Ancestor Portraits, c. 19th-20th Century
polychrome ink on paper, wearing official robes seating high chairs, 94x50 Incl. frame

Size cm:
94x50 Incl. frame

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 2000

A Chinese Ancestor Portrait Late Qing, c. 19th-20th Century
polychrome ink on paper within a gold silk border, depicting three family members with the central male figure holding a scroll, in front of a high altar with the family title tablets, unframed, 163x92cm

Size cm:
163x92cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Chinese Ancestor Portrait Guangxu, c. 1903-1904,
polychrome ink on paper within a gold silk border, depicting family members of two generations wearing official robes seated in front of an altar with the family title tablets, accompanied by two attendants, unframed, 210x152cm

Size cm:
210x152cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 1500

Two Chinese Opium Smoking Pipes, c. 19th-20th Century,
with celadon jade mouth pieces, polished wooden stems with brass bowls, 57cm, 65cm (2)

Size cm:
57cm, 65cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

Two Chinese Opium Smoking Pipes, c. 19th-20th Century,
the polished alloy of copper and nickel, one decorated with scrolling foliate motifs, 57cm, 65cm (2)

Size cm:
57cm, 65cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

Two Chinese Paktong Opium Containers, c. 19th-20th Century,
the polished alloy of copper and nickel with sprung locking mechanism and projecting ring bracket to the other side one decorated with scrolling foliate and geometric motifs, 9x4cm, 9x5cm (2)

Size cm:
9x4cm, 9x5cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 400 / 600

A Cloisonné Enamel Qing Dynasty Container with Lid, c. 18th-19th Century,
the cover with a central projecting grip decorated in coloured enamels on a turquoise ground with scroll work, leaf and flower motifs, the interior of turquoise enamel, 21x5x4cm

Size cm:
21x5x4cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 500 / 800

A Chinese Spinach Jade Necklace and Earrings, c. 19th-20th Century,
open work reticulated ovoid discs set in gold, the earrings with two later day jade additions, 46cm, jade discs 2.5-3.5cm, earrings 3cm

Size cm:
2.5-3.5cm, earrings 3cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 3500 / 4500

A Translucent Qing Dynasty Lavender Jade Figure of a Lady, c. 1644-1911
the elegant Courtier dressed in flowing robe, or kimono holding a fan and with a sash and raised floral spray, 10cm

Size cm:
10cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 2000

A Chinese Porcelain Snuff Bottle, c. 20th Century
with an indigo-glazed leaf and brown beetle design with green and pink additions, with stopper and mark to base, 7cm

Size cm:
7cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 400 / 600

A Chinese Porcelain and Enamel Snuff Bottle, c. 20th Century
in Imperial style depicting a European Jesuit group within a panel surround by traditional enamel colours, with iron red borders and stylised floral designs, with stopper and mark to base, 8cm

Size cm:
8cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 400 / 600

A Chinese Hand Painted Porcelain Snuff Bottle, c. 20th Century
in Famille Noir style, of flattened form decorated with peonies and other Famille Rose and Verte foliage with gilt highlights, with stopper and mark to base, 6cm

Size cm:
6cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 400 / 600

A Chinese Lapis Lazuli Snuff Bottle, c. 20th Century
of irregular triangular form, carved with a scrolling design, with enamel lid, 5x4cm

Size cm:
5x4cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 400 / 600

An Hand Painted Chinese Porcelain Snuff Bottle, c. 19th/20th Century
of Qianlong design in vase form, depicting a bird among peonies on pale white ground with additional foliage to the surrounds, marks to one side, with stopper, 9cm

Size cm:
9cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 400 / 600

An Hand Painted Chinese Porcelain Snuff Bottle, c. 19th/20th Century
of Qianlong style in the form of a buddling lotus, decorated with various enamel colours with gilded highlights, with stopper and mark to base, 7cm

Size cm:
7cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 400 / 600

A Chinese Glass Overlay Snuff Bottle, c. 20th Century
in the form of a lotus flower with serrated leaves set in green with a pink neck and red stopper, 7x5cm

Size cm:
7x5cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 400 / 600

A Glass Cameo Overlay Chinese Snuff Bottle, c. 20th Century
with stopper and of flattened globular form depicting a heron with a dragon and with black highlighted handles and base, 10x8cm

Size cm:
10x8cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 400 / 600

A Chinese Goose Feather Fan, c. 19th Century
the broad feathers with the tips of their slender quills held fast within in a reticulated capital above a circular-sectioned silk tasselled columnar grip, 51x51cm

Size cm:
51x51cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 700 / 900

Three Chinese Qing Dynasty Erotic Paintings, c. 19th-20th Century,
depicting young couples, engaged in erotic acts in outdoor and indoor settings, some portraying groups and couples in various domestic and garden settings pursuing the pleasures of the 'Spring Palace', one of a young lady spying on a man and a woman in passionate embrace, one ink and colour on silk, two ink and colour on paper, 184x38cm, 97x15cm, 80x13cm (3)

Size cm:
184x38cm, 97x15cm, 80x13cm (3)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 400 / 600

Two Pairs of Embroidered Silk Lotus Shoes, c. 19th/20th Century
of orange and purple silk worked in silver-wrapped thread with foliate scroll, with shaped heels covered in painted silk and upturned toes, all below tall ankle cuffs decorated with brocaded ribbons, 11-20cm (4)

Size cm:
11-20cm (4)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 300 / 500

Two Pairs of Embroidered Silk Lotus Shoes and a Pair of High Heal Accessories c. 19th/20th Century
of orange, purple, red and blue silk worked in polychrome-wrapped thread with foliate scroll work, with shaped heels covered in painted silk and upturned toes, all below tall ankle cuffs decorated with brocaded ribbons, together with two attachable high heal accessories, 8-20cm (6)

Size cm:
8-20cm (6)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

Five Pairs of Embroidered Silk Lotus Shoes, c. 19th/20th Century
of pink, orange, black and red silk worked in polychrome-wrapped thread with foliate work, three pairs with shaped heels covered in painted silk and upturned and curled toes, two pairs with straight toes, 11-17cm (10)

Size cm:
11-17cm (10)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

Two Silk Embroidery Qing Dynasty Hangars, c. 19th-20th Century,
of openwork with red tassels, depicting bats, floral and Daoist motifs in hues of pink, green, peach, red, blues and yellows, 105x18cm (2)

Size cm:
105x18cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 200 / 400

A Chinese Silk Embroidery, c. 19th-20th Century,
with floral arrangements set against a green background, butterflies and peonies, 230x67cm

Size cm:
230x67cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 200 / 400

A Chinese Silk Dress Collar c. 19th-20th Century,
forming a square of four joined panels depicting women in outdoor scenes walking amongst trees and sprays of flowers in multiple coloured thread, 66x66cm

Size cm:
66x66cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 200 / 400

Two Chinese Silk Headdresses, c. 19th-20th Century,
with embroidery depicting floral scenes, 21-23cm (2)

Size cm:
21-23cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 200 / 400

Two Chinese Silk and Linen Headdresses, c. 19th-20th Century,
with embroidery depicting a tiger and a daemon, 36-40cm (2)

Size cm:
36-40cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 200 / 400

Five Chinese Silk Embroideries, c. 19th-20th Century,
two with floral arrangements set against a purple background, two with ascending flowers and butterflies, one with birds and flowers including a golden pheasant and peonies, 54-101cm (5)

Size cm:
54-101cm (5)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 200 / 400

Nine Chinese Silk Accessories, c. 19th-20th Century,
including a spectacle case, fan sleeve, hair pins, a purse and ribbons, 19cm-410cm (9)

Size cm:
19cm-410cm (9)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 200 / 400

Two Chinese Silk and Cotton Accessories, c. 19th-20th Century,
the red cotton pillow case of rectangular form with the ends decorated with outdoor scenes of two women riding a mythical beast, the headdress with floral motif embellished with a central jade ornament in the form of a flower, 20-48cm (2)

Size cm:
20-48cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 200 / 400

A Blue and White Qing Dynasty, Double Happiness Gu Vase, c. 19th Century,
with underglaze blue scrolling vines, peonies, and stylised cuneiform design within borders, marking to base, 40x21cm

Size cm:
40x21cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 800 / 1200

A Blue and White Qing Dynasty Double Happiness Rouleau Vase, c. 19th Century,
of high waisted with raised Fo dog handles to the neck, underglaze blue scrolling vines, and cuneiform geometric designs, base unmarked, 58x22cm

Size cm:
58x22cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 1500

A Blue and White Qing Dynasty Alter Vase, Tongzhi Period, c. 1862-1874,
of squat baluster form, with raised openwork handles at neck, painted in underglaze blue with an exotic pheasant, with foliage, on plain ground, 44x21cm

Size cm:
44x21cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 1500

A Blue and White Qing Dynasty Vase and Cover, c. 19th Century,
of baluster form decorated in underglaze blue with scrolling foliage, and cuneiform design interspersed with peonies, 35x24cm

Size cm:
35x24cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 1500

A Blue and White Qing Dynasty Vase and Cover, c. 19th Century,
of baluster form decorated in underglaze blue with scrolling foliage, and cuneiform design interspersed with peonies, 35x24cm

Size cm:
35x24cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 1500

A Blue and White Qing Dynasty Alter Vase, of Double Happiness, c. 19th Century,
with moulded twin Buddhistic lion and cub handles to the neck and shoulder, painted in underglaze blue with floral sprays, blossoms and key-fret motif to outer lip of rim, 56x22cm

Size cm:
56x22cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 1500

A Blue and White Qing Dynasty Alter Vase, of Double Happiness, c. 19th Century,
with moulded twin Buddhistic lion and cub handles to the neck and shoulder, painted in underglaze blue with scrolling floral sprays, blossoms and key-fret motif to outer lip of rim, 58x20cm

Size cm:
58x20cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 2000

A Blue and White Qing Dynasty Alter Vase, c. 19th-20th Century,
in lobed form with raised openwork handles at neck, painted in underglaze blue with an exotic bird foliage and peonies, 41x20cm

Size cm:
41x20cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 700 / 900

Three Blue and White Qing Dynasty Ginger Jars, c. 19th Century,
two decorated in underglaze cobalt blue of flowers and foliage, the third with scrolling foliage, 24x22cm, 22x19cm, 22x19cm (3)

Size cm:
24x22cm, 22x19cm, 22x19cm (3)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 2000

Two Blue and White Qing Dynasty Ginger Jars, c. 19th Century,
one decorated in underglaze cobalt blue of flowers and foliage, the other with scrolling foliage, 22x19cm (2)

Size cm:
22x19cm (2)

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 700 / 900

A Cantonese Famille Rose Qing Dynasty Vase, 19th Century,
of baluster form, decorated with panels depicting nobles holding court and exotic pheasants in panels of bright rose and verte palette within vivid green foliate and gilded surrounds, 39x26cm

Size cm:
39x26cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 2000

A Cantonese Famille Rose Qing Dynasty Bottle Vase, 19th Century,
decorated with panels of dignitaries at court, below later gilded rim with famille rose and famille verte pallet, in typical foliate surrounds, 37x22cm

Size cm:
37x22cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 1500

A Cantonese Famille Rose Qing Dynasty Lotus-Leaf Form Dish, 19th Century,
decorated in famille rose colours with butterflies and exotic birds among flowers, on a pale celadon ground, 26x19x4cm

Size cm:
26x19x4cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 400 / 600

A Cantonese Famille Rose Qing Dynasty Plate, 19th Century,
decorated in famille rose and verte enamel colours depicting exotic birds with radiating flora and butterflies on a celadon ground, mark to base, 22x3cm

Size cm:
22x3cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 400 / 600

A Pale Blue Celadon Qing Dynasty Guanyin, c.19th Century
holding prayer beads, in pale blue celadon partly glazed base, 37x15cm

Size cm:
37x15cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Cizhou-Type Painted Qing Dynasty Jardinière, 19th Century,
of ovoid form with two loop handles to the everted rim, decorated with a floral garland on a beige ground 29x20cm

Size cm:
29x20cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 400 / 600

A Heavy Glazed Qing Dynasty Oil Pot, 19th Century,
with dark blue mottled glazed, shaped spout and handle, with lug loops at the waisted neck, 24x21cm

Size cm:
24x21cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 400 / 600

An Indigo Glazed Qing Dynasty Censer, 19th Century,
of squat circular form with indigo glaze, above three diminutive circular bud projection for feet, 23x11cm

Size cm:
23x11cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Glazed Provincial Ware Ming Dynasty Bowl, c. 1368-1645
with brushed indigo stylised decorations on a grey ground, with unglazed central border, 27x6cm

Size cm:
27x6cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 300 / 500

A Semi-Glazed Provincial Ware Ming Dynasty Bowl, c. 1368-1646
with gently sloping sides the shallow bowl with the upper inside rim decorated with a carp, and floral motif in pale blue glaze on a light grey ground, 28x6cm

Size cm:
28x6cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 300 / 500

A Provincial Ware Ming Dynasty Bowl, c. 1368-1647
of conical form with tall flat rim tapering to a short circular foot, with an oxidised brown glaze to the interior and the upper section of the exterior, 16x7cm

Size cm:
16x7cm

Provenance:
From the private collection of Huang Yu-Li

Seller's estimate : 200 / 400

A Qingbai Glazed Double Phoenix Song Dynasty Bowl c. 960-1279
raised above a circular foot the interior decorated with a floral spray, two phoenix and a boy below a key-fret border, all under a glaze of typical pale aqua tone that is repeated on the exterior below the unglazed rim, 17x5cm

Size cm:
17x5cm

Provenance:
From a private Australian collection

Seller's estimate : 1500 / 2500

Two Blue and White Qing Dynasty Dishes, c. 18th Century,
both of circular form with shallow concavity to the interior, painted in underglaze blue with outdoor scenes with a mountainous backdrop and dwelling in the foreground within a key-fret border and a floral moulded outer rim, the undersides with minimalist floral motifs and unglazed circular bases, 22x3cm (2)

Size cm:
22x3cm (2)

Provenance:
From a private Australian collection

Seller's estimate : 700 / 900

An Armorial Qing Dynasty Dish, c. 18th Century
painted in gold, blue, red and green on a white ground, the central coat of arms depicting a stag rearing above a globe, a cherub in flight and a hunt in progress all within a border of floral and outdoor scenes, 23x3cm

Size cm:
23x3cm

Provenance:
From a private Australian collection

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Famille Rose Republic Period Bowl, c. 1912-1949
the exterior decorated with a five-clawed dragon in pursuit of a flaming pearl amidst clouds and billowing smoke on a red ground Kangxi mark to base, 17x7cm

Size cm:
17x7cm

Provenance:
From a private Australian collection

Seller's estimate : 700 / 900

A Famille Rose Qing Dynasty Bowl, c. 1644-1911
the exterior decorated in polychrome glazes with children at play in an outdoor scene on an orange ground, above a circular foot the border with key-fret pattern in gold, the base with Jianqing mark, 21x9cm

Size cm:
21x9cm

Provenance:
From a private Australian collection

Seller's estimate : 700 / 900

A Pale Blue Glazed Qing Dynasty Bottle Vase, c. 1644-1911
the bulbous pear-form body rising above a low circular foot, tapering to a cylindrical neck opening to a circular mouth with a lotus flower surround, all covered with a bright blue glaze thinning at the apex, Yongzheng mark to base, 23cm

Size cm:
23cm

Provenance:
From a private Australian collection

Seller's estimate : 2000 / 4000

A Famille Rose and Iron-Red Glazed Qing Dynasty Plate, Qianlong Period, c. 1736-1795
the interior decorated with a nobleman seated on a red mat above a rocky ledge being entertained by a lady playing the flute, a young boy to his other side tending a leashed pig, the rim with a lineal and dotted motif painted in iron red, 12x2cm

Size cm:
12x2cm

Provenance:
From a private Australian collection

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Schist Stone Song Dynasty Sculpture of Mayitrea, c. 960-1279
seated in dhyanasana on a circular seat raised above a tapering conical leg and sectioned block platform, his feet resting on an open work lotus foot stool, dressed in a loose-fitting robe with elegant folds decorated in red with green borders and cascading over his legs and seat, his left hand lowered above the knee in vitarka mudra and his right hand raised in abhaya mudra, the gilded visage of fine features with serene expression, downcast eyes and his lips with a hint of a smile, flanked by long pendulous long ears below a coiffure raising to a domed ushnisha, 63cm

Size cm:
63cm

Provenance:
From an Australian collection

Seller's estimate : 3000 / 5000

A Gilt Bronze Tibetan Sculpture of a Lama, c. 19th Century
seated in dhyanasana above a lotus platform with beaded rim hands in dhyana and bhumisparsa mudra balancing a kalasa in his left hand, dressed in a monastic robe decorated with floral borders, his visage of serene expression with smiling lips and downcast eyes flanked by pendulous ears below a conical hat with panels of floral motifs in relief, 25cm

Size cm:
25cm

Provenance:
From an Australian collection

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 2000

A Gilt Bronze Tibetan Sculpture of a Lama, c. 19th Century
seated in dhyanasana above a lotus platform, hands in dhyana and bhumisparsa mudra balancing a kalasa in his left hand, dressed in monastic robes and a cape decorated with scrolling borders, his bearded visage of serene expression and downcast eyes below short cropped hair and a conical hat with projecting apex, 26cm

Size cm:
26cm

Provenance:
From an Australian collection

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 2000

A Gilt Bronze Tibeto-Chinese Sculpture of Tara, c. 19th-20th Century
standing in tribhanga flanked by two flowering lotus stems above a double lotus base decorated with scrolling floral motif and bead work to upper rim, her right hand lowered in varada mudra and left raised holding a lotus stem, her dhoti decorate with evenly scattered floral sprays and held at her waist with a beaded girdle and belt decorated with inset red and green glass beads, amulets and necklaces with pendant jewels inset with green and red glass beads, below a visage of serene expression and fine smiling features, framed by an elaborate foliate tiara with inset glass beads and a seated Buddha at apex, 36cm

Size cm:
36cm

Provenance:
From an Australian collection

Seller's estimate : 1000 / 2000

A Bronze Lacquered Tibetan Sculpture of Dakini, c. 19th Century
cast in superb detail, dancing in ardhaparyankasana above a double lotus platform, her right foot resting above a shrub, her right hand holding a drum at her ear, wearing a floral sash at her waist held in place with a beaded belt and central foliate buckle, her décolletage covered with a beaded necklace, her visage of serene expression tilted towards to the earth flanked by long ears with large disc earrings, her hair combed and secured in an elaborate topknot, 40cm

Size cm:
40cm

Provenance:
From an Australian collection

Seller's estimate : 700 / 900

A Gilt-Bronze and Lacquered Laotian Sculpture of Buddha, c. 18th Century
seated in dhyanasana above a three tiered platform decorated in red, his hands in dhyana and bhumisparsa mudra dressed in a diaphanous sanghati with a sash draped over his left shoulder, his visage with serene expression the heavy-lidded downcast eyes below symmetrical arching brows, his coiffure of tight curls rising to a domed ushnisha and a flaming cintamani at apex, 45cm

Size cm:
45cm

Provenance:
From an Australian collection

Seller's estimate : 2000 / 4000

A Bronze Tibetan Sculpture of Vajrapani, c. 18th Century
striding in alidhasana above a lotus platform, his left hand in vitarka mudra and his right raised holding a vajra, dressed in a tiger skin and adorned with beaded festoons, sashes, and a snake, the face with wrathful expression surmounted by a tiara with the hair in flames, 13cm

Size cm:
13cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland, Ex-Collection Julian Sterling purchased at Mossgreen Auctions, 26 February 2007, Lot 142

Seller's estimate : 1200 / 1500

A Silver Cast Tibetan Sculpture of Manjushri c. 18th-19th Century
seated in dhyanasana above an elaborate lotus platform, his left hand in vitarka mudra and holding the stem of a lotus blossoming at the left shoulder, his right hand brandishing the sword of wisdom and light, dressed in a flowing dhoti decorated with floral motifs gathered in folds around his feet and secured with a beaded belt, a billowing scarf draped over his arms, the visage with serene expression below a foliate tiara and hair arranged in a tall chignon, 10cm

Size cm:
10cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland

Seller's estimate : 1200 / 1500

A Bronze Indian Cast of Sri Devi, 16th-17th Century,
standing in tribhanga on a base, dressed in a striped dhoti secured at the waist, adorned with a necklaces and a breast band, the visage of fine features flanked by large earrings, the hair piled within a conical headdress, Tamil Nadu, 14 cm

Size cm:
14 cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland, Ex-Collection Julian Sterling purchased at Mossgreen Auctions, 26 February 2007, Lot 242

Seller's estimate : 700 / 900

A Gilt Bronze Tibeto-Chinese Sculpture of Amitayus, c. 18th Century
seated in dhyanasana above a double lotus platform with his hands in dhyana mudra, dressed in a dhoti gathered in folds around his feet, a long scarf draped over his shoulders and arms, his torso decorated with beaded necklaces below a visage of fine features flanked by long ears embellished with floral earrings, his head adorned with a jewelled tiara, applied pink and red pigments, 10cm

Size cm:
10cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland, Ex-Collection Julian Sterling purchased at Mossgreen Auctions, 26 February 2007, Lot 147

Seller's estimate : 700 / 900

A Gilt-Bronze Tibetan Sculpture of the Dhyani Buddha Ratnasambhava, c. 17th-18th Century,
seated in dhyanasana above a double lotus platform with lotus flowers and bead work in relief, his hands in dhyana and bhumisparsa mudra wearing a diaphanous sanghati with beaded border draped over his left shoulder and gathered about his feet, the visage of fine features with almond-shaped downcast eyes, flanked by long pierced earlobes, below hair in tight curls adorned with blue pigment and rising to a domed ushnisha and projecting cintamani at apex, 19cm

Size cm:
19cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland, Ex-Collection Julian Sterling purchased at Mossgreen Auctions, 26 February 2007, Lot 282

Seller's estimate : 1200 / 1500

A Gilt-Bronze Nepalese Sculpture of Buddha with Tessellated Turquoise and Red Coral Cloisonné, c....
seated in dhyanasana above a double lotus platform with lotus flowers and bead work in relief, right hand in bhumisparsa mudra his left hand holding an alms bowl, wearing a diaphanous sanghati with scrolling border, all richly decorated with resin set turquois and coral cloisonné featuring a floral motif to the rear, the visage of fine features with almond-shaped downcast eyes, flanked by long earlobes, below hair in tight curls rising to a domed ushnisha and projecting cintamani at apex, 22cm

Size cm:
22cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland

Seller's estimate : 500 / 700

A Bronze Tibetan Portable Shrine Gau, c.18th-19th Century,
cast in two sections, decorated with gilt scrollwork in relief and inset with turquoise and coral, the interior with a raised figure of Buddha, 23x22cm

Size cm:
23x22cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Conch Shell Tibetan Trumpet (Drung), c.19th Century,
the marine gastropod shell encased in a silver surround with scrolling floral motifs in relief, inset with turquoise and coral beads, leather strap attached, 22cm

Size cm:
22cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland

Seller's estimate : 400 / 600

A Gilt Bronze Nepalese Sculpture of Tara, c.20th Century,
seated in lalitasana her hands in varada and vitarka mudra, holding in her left hand the stem of a lotus blossoming at her shoulder, her lithe, slender naked body adorned with turquoise-inset floral and beaded jewellery, wearing a girdle secured around her hips with a turquoise bead set within a floral motif, the visage of serene expression slightly tilted to the left with downcast eyes flanked with large circular earrings, her forehead with an urna inset with a bead, the hair in plaited tresses drawn up into a high chignon with a lotus finial and spanning the forehead below a foliate tiara with locks cascading over her shoulders, 28cm

Size cm:
28cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland, Purchased in Kathmandu

Seller's estimate : 1200 / 1500

A Bronze Nepalese Sculpture of Buddha, c. 20th Century
seated in dhyanasana with his right hand in bhumisparsa mudra and balancing an alms bowl in his left, above a lotus platform with beaded rim and short base decorated with interlocking scrollwork, his torso adorned with a loose fitting robe decorated with floral borders wrapped around his arms and gathered about his feet, the visage of fine features with downcast eyes flanked by pendulous ears, his hair in tight curls decorated with applied purple pigment, rising to a domed ushnisha and projecting bud at apex, 34cm

Size cm:
34cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland, Purchased in Kathmandu

Seller's estimate : 400 / 600

A Bronze Parcel-Gilt Nepalese Sculpture of Vajravarahi, c. 20th Century,
dancing in ardhaparyankasana above a lotus platform with beaded rim, her right hand raised above her head, and her left hand in abhaya mudra, wearing a girdle and beaded festoons, her visage with serene expression flanked by long ears with circular beaded disc earrings and crowned by a foliate tiara, her tall coiffure in plaited tresses drawn up into a high chignon with flaming apex, 53cm

Size cm:
53cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland, Purchased in Kathmandu

Seller's estimate : 400 / 600

A Bronze Nepalese Sculpture of Avalokiteshvara Shadakshari, cast in 2004,
the modern casting of exceptional quality, seated in dhyanasana above a separately cast double lotus platform wearing a plain dhoti gathered in folds at his feet, his principle hands folded before his chest, his torso decorated with beaded necklace, and floral wrist and arm bands, his visage with serene expression flanked by long ears with circular floral earrings and crowned by a foliate tiara, his tall coiffure in plaited tresses drawn up into a high chignon with flaming apex, 80x60x42cm

Size cm:
80x60x42cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland Note: This work was produced by the bronze artist Made specially commissioned by the vendor in Nepal in 2004

Seller's estimate : 3000 / 5000

A Brass Nepalese Sculpture of Ganesha with Tessellated Turquoise and Red Coral Cloisonné, Late 20th...
standing above a mongoose in a dance posture with his right ankle over his left, his six radiating arms holding his various attributes in his hands, his trunk curling away from a bowl of sweets held in front of his chest, wearing a dhoti and foliate crown, 31cm

Size cm:
31cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland

Seller's estimate : 400 / 600

A Bronze Tibetan Sculpture of Buddha, Late 20th Century
seated in dhyanasana above a lotus platform, his hands in dhyana and bhumisparsa mudra wearing a diaphanous sanghati with scrolling borders draped over his left shoulder, the visage of fine features with almond-shaped downcast eyes and prominent urna at forehead, flanked by long earlobes below hair in tight curls rising to a domed ushnisha and projecting cintamani bud at apex, 25cm

Size cm:
25cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland. Purchased in Kathmandu

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Bronze Tibetan Sculpture of Buddha, Late 20th Century
seated in dhyanasana with his hands in dhyana and bhumisparsa mudra wearing a diaphanous sanghati with scrolling borders draped over his left shoulder, the visage of fine features with almond-shaped downcast eyes and elegant brows radiating from the nose below an inset urna at forehead, flanked by long earlobes below hair in tight curls rising to a domed ushnisha and projecting cintamani bud at apex, 23cm

Size cm:
23cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland. Purchased in Kathmandu

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Bronze Tibetan Vajra, c. 20th Century
the thunderbolt-sceptre cast with a central bulbous grip that separates two lotus pedestals supporting a central column surrounded by eight arched vajra points emerging from the jaws of Makara heads, 25cm

Size cm:
25cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland

Seller's estimate : 300 / 500

A Painted Bronze Tibetan Sculpture of Tara, Late 20th Century
seated in dhyanasana above a lotus platform, her hands in varada and vitarka mudra both painted with a central eye and the stem of a blooming lotus flower rising to her left shoulder, dressed in a long flowing dhoti decorated with scrolling borders and a scarf draped over her arms, her face with gentle expression, downcast eyes below a foliate tiara embellished with red and turquoise glass beads, 35cm

Size cm:
35cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland. Purchased in Kathmandu

Seller's estimate : 400 / 600

A Copper Alloy Nepalese Alter Piece, c. 20th Century,
the elaborate shrine with a Buddha seated on a throne, decorated with turquoise and coral beads, polychrome paints, 38cm

Size cm:
38cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland. Purchased in Kathmandu

Seller's estimate : 150 / 250

A Glazed Qing Dynasty Roof Tile, c. 19th Century
modelled in the form of a deity in flight on the back of a swan, decorated in pink, blue, turquoise and yellow glazes, 16x25cm

Size cm:
16x25cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland, Ex-Collection Lillian Hoffman purchased at Guy Earl-Smith Art & Antiquities, 1 August 2010, Lot 249

Seller's estimate : 200 / 400

A Tibetan Table, c. 19th-20th Century,
of wood decorated with a central dragon to upper front panel and scrolling floral motifs in green and blue on a red ground, 86x64x34cm

Size cm:
86x64x34cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland Note: For further information and similar examples cf.: Kamansky D. (ed), 2004, Wooden Wonders: Tibetan Furniture in Secular and Religious Life, Pacific Asia Museum, Pasadena and Serindia, Chicago

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Tibetan Door, c. 19th-20th Century,
of wood decorated with dragons within scrolling clouds above a lower panel of mountain peaks in polychrome colours on a red ground, 180x85x6cm

Size cm:
102x43x65cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Tibetan Altar Cabinet, c.19th-20th Century,
of wood with two doors and an internal shelf, decorated with floral motifs in greens and yellows on a red ground and a dragon face to the upper section, 127x119x43cm

Size cm:
127x119x43cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland Note: For further information and similar examples cf.: Kamansky D. (ed), 2004, Wooden Wonders: Tibetan Furniture in Secular and Religious Life, Pacific Asia Museum, Pasadena and Serindia, Chicago

Seller's estimate : 700 / 900

A Tibetan Cabinet, c.19th-20th Century,
of wood with four doors offset to the right and an internal shelf, decorated with floral motifs and two door panels featuring birds, in greens, pinks, blues, reds and yellows, 179x85x40cm

Size cm:
179x85x40cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland Note: For further information and similar examples cf.: Kamansky D. (ed), 2004, Wooden Wonders: Tibetan Furniture in Secular and Religious Life, Pacific Asia Museum, Pasadena and Serindia, Chicago

Seller's estimate : 700 / 900

A Tantric Tibetan Thangka, c. 20th Century
of a yogi in the state of arousal with his consort both wearing floral garlands, dancing above a lotus platform surrounded by other deities in flight above various animals including a tiger and a stag amongst scrolling clouds and mountains in the background, framed, 120x83 cm (Incl. frame)

Size cm:
120x83 cm (Incl. frame)

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland

Seller's estimate : 400 / 600

Two Wooden Tibetan Cabinet Doors, c. 20th Century
painted in polychrome depicting two Arhats seated on tiger skins in outdoor scenes, 109x45x4cm (each) (2)

Size cm:
109x45x4cm (each) (2)

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland

Seller's estimate : 400 / 600

A Tibetan Food Bowl, c. 20th Century,
of wood the base and lid decorated with figurative motifs of the dragon, clouds and lotus flowers in polychrome paints, 35x50cm

Size cm:
35x50cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland

Seller's estimate : 400 / 600

A North Indian Sandstone Relief, c. 11-12th Century
the temple frieze of exceptional detail sculpted with three deities standing in tribhanga with long beards and dressed in beaded girdles their naked torsos decorated with necklaces and garlands, each with two pairs of arms with their right hands raised in abhaya mudra their left hands holding the pot of Amrita containing the elixir for immortality, with the rear pair of hands clasped above their heads, Rajasthan, 55x64x15cm (Incl. stand)

Size cm:
55x64x15cm (Incl. stand)

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland Note: For a similar example cf.; Christies New York, 17 Sept. 1999Indian and Southeast Asian Art Lot 42

Seller's estimate : 10000 / 15000

A North Indian Sandstone Sculpture of a River Goddess, c. 11-12th Century,
standing with crossed legs, her naked torso adorned with jewels and wearing a sarong decorated with floral motifs, the visage with serene expression and downcast almond eyes, below and elaborate crown, Rajasthan, 55x58x10cm

Size cm:
55x58x10cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland Note: For a similar example cf.; Christies New York, 17 Sept. 1999 Indian and Southeast Asian Art Lot 45

Seller's estimate : 7000 / 9000

A Bronze Indian Bust of Parvati, 20th Century
the visage with serene expression, tilted slightly to the right with downcast eyes and urna at forehead, flanked by long ears with wide circular piercings, the décolletage decorated with beaded necklaces, her long hair falling to her shoulders and covering the back of her neck and arranged in plated curls with locks fringing her forehead, all bound within a tall crown of three bands centred with a foliate motif, 35cm

Size cm:
35cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland

Seller's estimate : 500 / 700

An Indus Valley Pottery Fragment, Shunga Period, c. 2nd Century BCE
the diminutive relief in the form of a dancing goddess of fertility, 10cm (14cm Incl. stand)

Size cm:
10cm (14cm Incl. stand)

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland

Seller's estimate : 200 / 400

A Bronze Burmese Sculpture of Buddha, c. 1900
cast in the Shan style, seated in dhyanasana above a two tiered platform decorated with subtle linear lotus flower arching and stippling to upper platform edge, his hands in dhyana and bhumisparsa mudra wearing a diaphanous sanghati, the visage of angular features below hair in tight curls rising to a projecting cintamani at apex, 27cm

Size cm:
27cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland, Ex-Collection Julian Sterling purchased at Mossgreen Auctions, 26 February 2007, Lot 169

Seller's estimate : 600 / 800

A Brass Nepalese Sculpture of Ganesha, Late 20th Century
standing above a mongoose in a dance posture, his six radiating arms holding various attributes in his hands, his trunk curling towards a bowl of sweets held in front of his chest, wearing a dhoti decorated with floral motifs and foliate crown, 19cm

Size cm:
19cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland, Purchased in Kathmandu

Seller's estimate : 300 / 500

A Brass Indian Sculpture of Ganesha, Late 20th Century
seated on his buttocks with straight back, decorated with red pigments, 10cm

Size cm:
10cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland

Seller's estimate : 150 / 250

A Brass Indian Sculpture of Ganesha, Late 20th Century
seated in lalitasana above a circular lotus base, embellished with resin set pink, white, and green beads, 12cm

Size cm:
12cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland

Seller's estimate : 150 / 250

A Brass Indian Sculpture of Ganesha, Late 20th Century
seated in lalitasana above a low platform, wearing a turban and dhoti, 9cm

Size cm:
9cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland

Seller's estimate : 150 / 250

A Bronze Thai Uthong Sculpture of Buddha, c. 19th Century
seated in dhyanasana above a sectioned platform wearing a diaphanous sanghati, the visage of fine features with serene expression and downcast eyes flanked by pendulous ears, the hair rising in tight curls to a domed ushnisha and flaming cintamani at apex, remnant core intact, 41cm

Size cm:
41cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland

Seller's estimate : 700 / 900

A Gilt-Lacquered Wooden Burmese Sculpture of Buddha, c. 20th Century
cast in the Shan style, seated in dhyanasana above a block platform, wearing a diaphanous sanghati, the visage with down case eyes flanked by long ears below hair in tight curls rising to a flaming cintamani at apex, 63x36x15cm

Size cm:
63x36x15cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland

Seller's estimate : 400 / 600

A Quashqai Carpet,
with a triple lozenge to the centre, within indigo floral and cream spandrel surrounds, and having triple principal borders, 175x125cm

Size cm:
175x125cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland

Seller's estimate : 300 / 500

An Ispahan Sarouk Rug,
of silk with madder stylised floral lozenge panel, with indigo spandrels, and border with guard stripes, 212x130cm

Size cm:
212x130cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland

Seller's estimate : 300 / 500

A Turkoman Rug,
of silk with three rows of gulls on a madder ground within multiple borders and guard-stripes, and having Kilim fringes, 164x124cm

Size cm:
164x124cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland

Seller's estimate : 300 / 500

A Shirvan Kelim,
hanging with a variety of geometric vertical panels of geometric principal red and cream, 166x164cm

Size cm:
166x164cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland

Seller's estimate : 300 / 500

A Qashqai Shiraz Prayer Rug,
with a central stylised star panel in madder on a dark indigo panel with floral vase ornaments, within two principal borders with a variety of guard stripes, 132x157cm

Size cm:
132x157cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland

Seller's estimate : 300 / 500

A Kazak Rug,
with unusual lozenge panels and a variety of smaller panels on a pale red ground, within wide geometric stylised tree borders within blue guard stripes, 144x108cm

Size cm:
144x108cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland

Seller's estimate : 300 / 500

A Kazak Corridor Rug,
with three star lozenge panels on an azure blue and pale madder ground within serrated cream and blue outer borders, 201x106cm

Size cm:
201x106cm

Provenance:
Ex-Collection Dr Paul Sutherland

Seller's estimate : 300 / 500