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March 2005 Fine Art & Antiques Auction Catalog

Aspire Auctions, Inc.


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Lots

Antiquities
1-10
11-12
Paintings
13-27
28-42
43-57
58-72
73-87
88-96
Works on Paper
97-111
112-126
127-141
142-156
157-171
John J. Audubon's "The Birds of North America"
172-181
182-191
192
20th Century Works on Paper
193-202
203-212
213-222
223-232
233-242
243-248
Furniture
249-258
259-268
269-273
Porcelain and Ceramics
274-283
284-293
294-303
304-313
314-317
Glass
318-327
328-335
Sculpture
336-345
346-350
Russian Arts
351-360
361-362
Estate Jewelry
363-387
388-412
413-437
438-462
463-477
Decorative Arts
478-487
488-497
498-507
508-517
518-526
Silver
527-536
537-546
547-556
557-562
Orientalia
563-572
573-582
583-592
593-602
603-612
613-615
Carpets
616-625
626-635
636-642
Books and Ephemra
643-652
653-654
Arcade Auction
655-664
665-674
675-684
685-694
695-704
705-713


Oriental Collector's Cabinet, early 20th Century

573. Oriental Collector's Cabinet, early 20th Century


Stacking wooden cabinet in two sections. Top of cabinet features two lattice doors through which can be seen 18 drawers marked with Chinese characters and ring pulls. Bottom part has two hinged doors which can be opened to reveal a storage space. Fixtures and fish-pin-locks are brass. Measures apprx 34"H x 28"L x 11-1/2"W.

400/600 Sold: $448.50

Pair of Vases, Chinese, circa 19th Century

574. Pair of Vases, Chinese, circa 19th Century


Pretty pair of identical vases featuring a tapering bulbous body and flared rim. Both are control glazed a vivid apple green with a white interior. The "apple green" color is derived from copper. It is a transparent glaze applied over a ge-type crackled base. Round bottoms are unmarked. Each measures apprx 8-1/4"H x 4" at widest point.

400/600

Chinese Oil Lamps, circa 1920's

575. Chinese Oil Lamps, circa 1920's


Lot of thee complementary, hollow earthenware oil lamps. Tall lamps feature round wells and joints on shafts, like a bamboo stalk. Glazed a dark green. Measure apprx 4-3/4"H, 7-1/2"H, and 10-1/2"H. Lot also includes a simpler model glazed in a light celedon color (measures apprx 7-3/4"). All could be easily used as candle holders.

100/200 Sold: $63.25

Pair of Ming Roof Tiles

576. Pair of Ming Roof Tiles


Beautiful pair of ceramic architectural figures used on roofs to ward evil sprits off the houses. Sancai like glaze creates the green and yellow colors seen. The fish-dragon figure was believed to protect against lightening and fire since it was a creature of the water. Measure apprx 12"H x 4-1/4"W.

500/800 Sold: $517.50

Famille Rose Vase, Chinese, early 19th Century

577. Famille Rose Vase, Chinese, early 19th Century


Four sided porcelain vase hand painted with nature vignettes of birds, flowers and landscapes. Boarders are wonderfully detailed mosaic-like patterns outlined in orange and gilt. Interior is turquoise blue. Bottom marked China. Would make a great table lamp. Measures apprx 10-3/4"H x 4-1/4"W.

300/400

Pair of Red Kutani Revival Plates, Japanese, late 19th Century

578. Pair of Red Kutani Revival Plates, Japanese, late 19th Century


Pair of porcelain plates decorated in Eiraku kiln style, which uses a basic red coating and a decorative gold pattern. Matching plates feature a central dragon surrounded by intricate grid patterns. Bottom of plate glazed white with six round red spots and artist's signature. Measure apprx 9-1/2"D.

150/300 Sold: $143.75

Bronze Charger, Chinese

579. Bronze Charger, Chinese


Round platter features a scalloped rim, sculpted as though petals, in lotus form. Central portion bears an ornate medium relief design of two dragons. The Chinese Dragon is often seen as the symbol of divine protection and vigilance. Bottom marked with a seal. Measures apprx 9-1/2"D.

150/300

Japanese Plate, 20th Century

580. Japanese Plate, 20th Century


Pretty porcelain plate has hand painted with a motif of bird and flower. The colorful plumed bird sits on a black back ground decorated with cherry and possibly, camellia blossoms. Bottom marked "Made in Japan". Measures apprx 9-3/4"W.

50/100 Sold: $17.25

YiXing Pot, Chinese, 20th Century

581. YiXing Pot, Chinese, 20th Century


Small, double handled pot with lid. Round pot is made from purple, unglazed clay called Zisha. A decoration of stamped pewter metal is applied over the top. Metal features organic designs of dragons and awabi. Bottom reads "Yee Dzu Ching, Chefoo, N. China". Measures apprx 4"H x 5-1/4"W. YiXing ware is most famous for its teapots.

100/200 Sold: $86.25

Pair of  Cup Stands, Sung Dynasty, Chinese, 12th/13th Century

582. Pair of Cup Stands, Sung Dynasty, Chinese, 12th/13th Century


Pair of rare esoteric matching cup holders. Delicate stoneware pair are glazed with smooth celadon green and feature an organic, openwork design. Overall form is round and intended to hold cups with conical bottoms. Measure apprx 2-3/4"H x 3"D.

800/1,200

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