Victorian Papier Mache Tray on Walnut Stand
A Victorian papier mache tray on a later walnut stand, circa 1850, the serpentine shaped tray with floral arabesques with gilt highlights supported on a George I style cabriole leg base with anthemion carved knees, 46 cm high, 81 cm wide, 63 cm deep.…
Continental Silver Jardiniere Stand with Cobalt Glass Liner
Continental silver open salt - (unmarked), in the form of a miniature jardiniere stand, with cobalt glass liner, the pierced sides with satyr mask, putti & griffon amid scrolls, on tapering legs with Greek key engraved stretchers, with minor loss to…
Gorham Silver Bon Bon Dish with Provenance
Gorham silver gilt bon bon dish, c1895, repousse floral decoration to sides & pierced lattice corners, 12 x 12 cm, (W60g). Provenance: Dame Nellie Melba. Smith & Singer, property from the collection of Dame Nellie Melba, 31st March 2015 (lot 81). Estate…
Edward VII Trophy Cup with Provenance from Dame Nellie Melba
Edward VII silver twin handled trophy cup, Sheffield 1907, by Walker & Hall. With two scrolling handles, supported on a circular foot. Inscribed 'Melbourne Hunt club, Dandenong point to point Steeplechase 13-9-09.' first trophy won by C.N. Armstrong's…
Silver Plated Tea & Coffee Set with Provenance
Silver plated tea & coffee service, Spurrier & Co. Comprising tea & coffee pots, sugar bowl & cream jug. Of tapering oval form with gadrooned body, ebonised handles. Engraved monogram 'N.A.' height 26 cm, (coffee pot). Comprising tea & coffee pots, sugar…
Anglo-Indian Ivory Fly Whisk from Dame Nellie Melba's Collection
Late 19th century Anglo-Indian ivory fly Whisk. Provenance: Dame Nellie Melba. Smith & Singer, property from the collection of Dame Nellie Melba, 31st March 2015 (lot 143). Estate late John Schaeffer.
Anglo-Indian Ivory Walking Stick from Melba's Collection
Late 19th century Anglo-Indian ivory walking stick. Provenance: Dame Nellie Melba. Smith & Singer, property from the collection of Dame Nellie Melba, 31st March 2015 (lot 142). Estate late John Schaeffer.
Continental Silver Box with Repousse Design, 19th Century
A Continental silver box, late 19th century, maker's mark CM, the cover with a repousse design of scrolls and rocaille on a sunburst field, Morocco leather base, cedar lined, width 11.5 cm, depth 9 cm, height 5 cm. Provenance: Dame Nellie Melba. Smith &…
Dresser-designed Silverplated Tea Pot from Dame Melba's Collection
A silverplated tea pot, the design attributed to Dr Christopher Dresser, retailed by Hardy Brothers, of hemispherical outline with straight wooden handle, impressed mark Hardy Bros. Sydney & Brisbane 12225 made in England, diameter 17.5 cm. Provenance:…
Victorian giltwood torcheres from Dame Nellie Melba's collection
A pair of late Victorian Adam style giltwood torcheres, each with a circular top on three slender ram's head supports with leaf and hairy hoof feet on a triform base, height 113 cm. Provenance: Dame Nellie Melba. Smith & Singer (formerly Sotheby's…
Gilt-mounted Samson porcelain table lamps, late 19th century
A pair of giltmetal mounted Samson porcelain table lamps, late 19th century, each of baluster outline decorated in the famille rose palette, with lappeted bands to the shoulders, on leaf cast reeded square base, 78 cm high (excluding shades), height 78 cm…
Famille-rose 'Dragon and Phoenix' Vases from Melba Collection
A pair of famille-rose 'dragon and phoenix' bottle vases, Guangxu mark and of the period, 31.9 cm high (2). Provenance: The Collection of Dame Nellie Melba, Sotheby's Australia, Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE, Melbourne, 31 March to…
Sheraton Mahogany Serving Table, 1790
A George III Sheraton style cross-banded mahogany serving table, English, circa 1790, 91 cm high, 152 cm wide, 67 cm deep. Provenance: Sotheby's Australia, Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE, Melbourne, April 1 2015, lot 403
Early 19th Century Chinoiserie Table Box
A Chinoiserie lidded table box, early 19th century, the japanned ground with gilt decoration depicting Chinese scenes, having a brass handle to either side, 21 cm high, 33 cm wide, 27.5 cm deep. Provenance. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie…
Georgian Sterling Silver Pepperette from Melba Collection
A George III sterling silver pepperette, maker's mark worn, London, 1790 having a floral decorated baluster body, hand pierced bell form lid with acorn finial, supported on a bright cut spreading circular foot 100 gms, 16 cm high. Property from the…
Melba's Silver Gilt Bowl, 1910
A George V silver gilt bowl, maker E.S, Birmingham, 1910 having a cast and applied rim surmounting the finely pierced hemispherical body, inscribed to the interior 'Won by Madame Melba Belgium Roses Day April 8th 1915', supported on bifurcated lion paw…
Dutch Silver Nef-Form Bottle Holder with London Import Marks
A Dutch silver Nef-form bottle holder, circa 1880, bearing sterling silver import marks for London 1926 (2). A Dutch silver Nef-form bottle holder, circa 1880, bearing sterling silver import marks for London 1926 modeled as a two masted ship at full sail,…
Sterling Silver Tea & Coffee Service by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths
A Sterling silver four piece tea and coffee service, Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Company Limited, London, 1904 (4). A Sterling silver four piece tea and coffee service, Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Company Limited, London, 1904 comprising a tea pot, coffee…
Sterling Silver Rose Bowl, Melbourne Hunt Club Trophy (9 words)
A sterling silver rose bowl, Sheffield 1907, Walker and Hall of semi-hemispherical form, mounted with two scrolling handles, supported on a spreading circular foot, inscribed: 'Melbourne Hunt Club / Dandenong Point to Point / Steeplechase / 13-9-09 / 1st…
Melba's Hardy Brothers Silver Plated Kettle
A silver plated hot water kettle the domed kettle surmounted by an ebonised rod handle marked 'Hardy Brothers Sydney and Melbourne 1225' 16 cm high, 23 cm wide, 17.5 cm deep. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Melba's Toast Racks: Sterling Silver & Plated (1895-20th Century)
An English sterling silver toast rack, London, 1895, an American silver toast rack bearing the mark 'Sterling' and a further plated... An English sterling silver toast rack, London, 1895, an American silver toast rack bearing the mark 'Sterling' and a…
S & Co Silver Plated Tea and Coffee Service
A silver plated tea and coffee service, S & Co, circa 1910 (4). A silver plated tea and coffee service, S & Co, circa 1910 comprising a tea pot, coffee pot, sugar bowl and cream jug, with domed and gadrooned lids surmounted with urn finials, the bodies of…
Irish George III Sterling Silver Salts, 1793
A set of four Irish George III sterling silver salts, maker M.S, Dublin, 1793 (5). A set of four Irish George III sterling silver salts, maker M.S, Dublin, 1793 of boat shaped form with a reeded rim, initialled to the side, centrally supported on a…
Melba's Sterling Silver Card Box
A sterling silver card box, Dawson Brothers, Birmingham, 1909 the plain dome topped box opening to reveal a gilt interior with central card divider 120 grams, 8.5 cm high, 4.5 cm wide, 5 cm deep. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Sterling Silver Cigar Lighter with Inscription, 1912
A sterling silver cigar lighter, maker's mark worn, Birmingham 1912 of lamp form, with angular loop handle, removable lighter to top, supported on a tapering circular foot, inscribed 'NM May 19th 1916' 160 gms, 13 cm high. Property from the Collection of…
Victorian Sterling Silver Winged Griffin Stirrup Cups
A fine pair of Victorian sterling silver Rhyton stirrup cups, William Leuchars, London, 1886 (2). A fine pair of Victorian sterling silver Rhyton stirrup cups, William Leuchars, London, 1886 each formed as winged griffin with green cabochon gem set eyes,…
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Peacock Fan Fruit Dish
An American sterling silver fruit serving dish, Tiffany & Co., New York, 1902-1907 shaped as a peacock fan, with applied cast border, alternating pierced trellises to the 'feather tops', with scrolling Fleur de Lis form pierced handle, resting on four…
Melba's Sterling Silver Coin Cigarette Box
A sterling silver coin mounted cigarette box, William Haseler, Birmingham 1904 the lidded box of rectangular form, the lid inset to the corners with a William III silver four pence, Queen Anne silver four pence, George II silver four pence, George III…
Gilt Silver Presentation Cigarette Box with Celebrity Signatures
A gilt silver presentation cigarette box, American, circa 1910 the plain dome topped lid opening to reveal a cedar lined interior, inscribed to the lid and sides with the signatures of Nellie Melba, Pablo Casals, Ada Sassoli, Percy Grainger, Leopold…
Melba's Inscribed Sterling Silver Cigarette Case
An Edwardian sterling silver cigarette case, William Comyns, London, 1901 the plain rectangular case inscribed to the lid, 'To Papa from Melba 1902' opening to reveal a gilded interior with cedar lining, the underside lined with maroon morocco leather 7…
American Sterling Silver Cruet Set with Box
An American sterling silver cruet set, boxed, Mauser Manufacturing Company, New York (25). An American sterling silver cruet set, boxed, Mauser Manufacturing Company, New York comprising twelve ovoid salts with silver lattice sides framing an oblong…
Continental Silver Sugar Vessel with Satyr Mask Frieze
A continental silver sugar vessel, probably German, late 19th century of jardiniere form, having a blue glass liner, the frieze centred by a satyr mask flanked by putti battling griffin, supported on tapering square form legs terminating in bun feet…
19th Century German Silver Cigarette Box from Melba Collection
A Continental silver cigarette box, probably German, late 19th century the hinged lid repousse decorated with a central cartouche from which radiate rays of light, with overlaid scrolls and foliage, opening to reveal a cedar lined interior, the lid design…
Edwardian Sterling Silver Candlesticks with Candelabra
A set of six Edwardian sterling silver loaded candlesticks, James Parkes, London 1904/ 1905 comprising four single loaded candlesticks and two further sticks with detachable two arm candelabra, the plain tapering sticks with reeded decoration throughout,…
Melba's Sterling Silver Jug with Ivory Handle and Serpent Detail
A William IV sterling silver lidded jug, Charles Reily and George Storer, London 1836 the lid surmounted by an ivory finial, the bi-lobed ivory loop handle emanating from two serpents tails, terminating in an acanthus collared snake head mounted to the…
Melba's Sterling Silver Tea Caddy, London 1904
A sterling silver tea caddy, Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Company Limited, London, 1904 of knife box form, the lid surmounted by a cloverleaf loop handle, opening to reveal a gilt interior, engraved 'NM' 360 gms, 10 cm high, 9 cm wide, 9 cm deep. Property…
Silver Plated Watering Can by Atkin Brothers, Sheffield (1910)
A silver plated watering can, Atkin Brothers, Sheffield, circa 1910 of tapering cylindrical form, surmounted with a loop handle, with a further loop handle to the side and tapering spout, inscribed 'NM' to the side 23 cm high, 30 cm wide, 13 cm deep.…
Melba's American Sterling Silver Beaker
An American sterling silver beaker of tapering form, having an outward rolled lip, gilt interior, inscribed 'NM' to the exterior, marked '926 STERLING' to base 60grams, 7.5 cm high, 5.4 cm in diameter. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Large Silver Plated Butler's Tray by Boin Taburet, Paris
A large silver plated butler's tray, Boin Taburet, Paris, circa 1894 the rectangular tray having mask centred loop handles to either end, reeded edge, decorated with scrolling arabesques, inscribed 'NM' to centre, marked to verso 'BOIN TABURET A PARIS' 7…
Sheffield Plate Meat Serving Dish with Lion Paw Feet
A Sheffield plate meat serving dish The oval dish having a gadrooned and foliate scroll rim, with recessed drainage tree to the interior, supported on lion paw feet, one of which is stamped 'S' 5 cm high, 56 cm wide, 45 cm deep. Property from the…
Sterling Silver Waiter with Melba Inscription, 1913
A sterling silver waiter, Boardman Glossop and Company, Sheffield, 1913 the square form salver having canted corners, reeded rim, inscribed 'Music Week Nov. 5-13 1921' ' Dame Nelie Melba DBE in appreciation from the committee' 140gms, 15.5 cm diameter.…
French Silver Plated Dressing Table Mirror by Boin Tabouret
A lady's French silver plated dressing table mirror, mark of Boin Tabouret, Paris, circa 1895 The bevelled triform mirror having a reeded frame decorated with bullrushes, iris and scrolling foliage with an ovoid cartouche to the top inscribed 'Melba',…
Nellie Melba's Silver Gallery Tray
A sterling silver gallery tray, Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Limited, London 1902 having a gadrooned rim to the pierced gallery, inscribed 'NM' to centre, stamped to the underside 'GOLDSMITHS COMPANY 112 REGENT STREET' 2640 gms, 7 cm high, 56 cm wide, 38…
Cartier 18ct Gold and Platinum Mesh Evening Bag
An 18ct gold and platinum mesh evening bag, Cartier, early 20th century The square shaped bag composed of finely woven mesh with a three tone wavy design to a scroll engraved frame and cabochon saphire clasp, completed by an elongated oval link chain…
Melba's Victorian Tortoiseshell Letter Opener
A Victorian tortoiseshell letter opener, bearing the applied silver inscription 'Melba' supplied by Leuchars & Son. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Melba's Tortoiseshell Writing Box
A Victorian tortoiseshell writing box the domed lid overlaid with the applied silver inscription Melba, opening to reveal an interior separated into compartments lined with red moire silk, containing various note papers bearing the initials NM and Coombe…
Melba's Victorian Silver Tortoiseshell Dish
A Victorian silver mounted tortoiseshell dish, James Roberts, London, 1892 the heart shaped dish bearing to the interior, the applied silver inscription Melba, 20 mm high, 150 mm wide, 130 mm deep. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Melba's Crocodile Skin Box
A leather mounted box rectangular, crocodile skin, the hinged lid with applied silver inscription MELBA, 150 mm x 95 mm x 35 mm. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Melba's Silver Key, Wendt's 1927
A silver key, Wendt's, 1927 the silver key bearing the inscription Presented to Dame Nellie Melba, 9.11.27, On her opening the completion of the Queen's Home, length approximately 73 mm, signed Wendts, case by Wendts Jewellers. Property from the…
Melba's White Opal Collection
A collection of tumbled white opal, the three opals mounted in pronged metal settings, length approximately 63 mm. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Cartier Sewing Box with Ivory Accoutrements
A sewing box, Cartier, circa 1920 the gold tooled green morocco leather case opening to reveal numerous ivory sewing accoutrements, together with an associated silver thimble with agate top, marked Cartier, in a Cartier case, 60 mm high, 300 mm wide, 215…
Melba's Gold Bracelet and Pendant Attachments
A 18ct gold bracelet and various pendant attachments bearing engraved inscriptions to Dame Nellie Melba, circa 1900 the curblink chain suspending: a gold slide action seal topped pencil engraved Nell June 29. 1893 ; a heart pendant engraved Cheer Up,…
Enamel and Gem Set Bird Figure on Crystal Base
A small silver, enamel and gem set figure of a bird, early 20th century with naturalistic plumage set with sapphires and seedpearls, its head decorated with blue and enamel and ruby set eye, perched on a tree stump with emerald set foliage, on a stepped…
Gold Mesh Evening Purse from Melba Collection
An gold mesh evening purse, Flavelle Brothers, Sydney, early 20th century the beaded purse composed of finely woven mesh to a trefoil design frame, completed by an elongated oval link chain handle, total weight 32 grams, 85 x 48 mm. Property from the…
Asprey & Co. Gold Cigarette Case with Diamond Initials
A 9ct gold rectangular engine turned cigarette case, Asprey & Co, London, 1933 with patent slide release, with diamond set initials EA, 137 gms, 8 mm high, 115 mm long, 83 mm wide. Provenance: Evie Armstrong. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie…
Swiss Gold Musical Fob Seal from Dame Nellie Melba Collection
A gold musical fob seal, Swiss, mid 19th century the barillet movement with comb stack of eight teeth playing a single air, main oval gold case, the base engraved Nellie, start/stop control at the side, fluted edge, the arched superstructure with wire…
Melba's Chalcedony Seal with Classical Intaglio
A gold mounted chalcedony seal, circa 1900 The oval chalcedony intaglio depicting a Classical maiden playing a lyre and a youth on a pedestal to an architectural scroll mount, height approximately 30 mm. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba…
18ct Gold Tiffany & Co Wreath Brooch from Melba Collection
An 18ct gold presentation wreath brooch, Tiffany & Co formed as trailing laurel leaves engraved with the names of American cities, tied with a ribbon bow to the front, diameter approximately 31 mm. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Nellie Melba's 18ct Gold Wishbone Brooch
An 18ct gold brooch designed as a wishbone, length approximately 85 mm. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Melba's Harp Brooch: Gold, Diamond, and Seed Pearl Design
A gold, diamond and seedpearl brooch The jewelled gold novelty brooch designed as a harp, length approximately 59 mm. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Enamel Diamond Stick Pin from Melba Collection
An enamel, diamond and seedpearl stick pin, circa 1900 designed as a green enamel foliate stem with seedpearl and white enamel accents, the flowerheads set with old European cut diamonds, length approximately 111 mm, fitted case by Parkes, London.…
Garnet and Seedpearl Hatpin from Melba Collection
A gold, garnet and seedpearl hatpin, circa 1905 The elongated teardop motif decorated with rows of circular cut garnets and seedpearls, length approximately 175 mm, French assay marks. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Gold Presentation Paperweight with Australian Flora and Fauna Motifs
An Important gold presentation paperweight depicting Australian flora and fauna, Hammerton, Geelong, Victoria, 1922 the square base with inscriptions Presented to Dame Nellie Melba O.B.E by the Citizens of Geelong' 'Dame Nellie Melba's Grand Presentation…
Cartier Enamel Writing Set from Melba Collection
A boxed guilloche enamel silver gilt writing set, Cartier, circa 1920 comprising a pen rest, a nib holder, a double ended eraser, a pencil and a pen knife, the pen rest of tapering oblong form, with white enamel jeweling to the edge, the blue guilloche…
Tiffany & Co. 18ct Gold Letter Knife from Melba Collection
An 18ct gold letter knife, Tiffany & Co, circa 1920 the truncated top section inscribed M and marked Tiffany & Co., the lower section tapering to a sharp point, 60 grams, 220 mm long. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Melba's Tapestry Handbag
A silk tapestry handbag, circa 1920 having two metallic coiled wire and silk handles, the rectangular bag with geometric silk tapestry exterior, green silk brocade interior, 350 mm high, 280 mm wide. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Cartier Evening Clutch with Diamond and Gem-Set Clasp
A diamond, gem-set and silk brocaded evening clutch bag, Cartier, circa 1930 the clutch decorated with a gold and rose pink foliate pattern, the interior with pink satin lining, completed by a diamond and red gem-set clasp, including a lighter, signed…
Melba's Continental Silver Gilt Presentation Dressing Mirror
A silver gilt presentation dressing mirror, Continental, circa 1900 the silver gilt mirror frame formed as an ovoid laurel wreath, the bottom of which is secured with a bow, inset with diamonds and white sapphires to read To Melba from her company 1904…
Gold Pencils from Dame Nellie Melba's Collection
A 9ct gold pencil, Sampson Mordan & Co., London 1920 (2). A 9ct gold pencil, Sampson Mordan & Co., London 1920 the plain pencil with removable lid, loop to opposite end, inscribed to the exterior Dame Nellie Melba 1925, 7 grams, 75 mm long (2). Property…
Gold Pill Box with His Master's Voice Trademark Inscription
A 9ct gold pill box, Sampson Mordan & Co., London 1907 the lid embossed with the trademark symbol of 'His Master's Voice' inscribed to the interior With the Compliments of the Gramophone Co Ltd, 31 grams, 11m high, 46 mm wide, 35 mm deep. Property from…
Gold Engine Turned Powder Compact from Dame Nellie Melba Collection
A 9ct gold engine turned powder compact, Hardy Brothers Ltd, circa 1925 the square case opening to reveal a mirror to the interior, 52 grams, 60 mm wide, 60 mm long. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Gold Vesta Case from Melba Collection
A 9ct gold engine turned vesta case, Deakin & Francis, Birmingham 1912 the rectangular vesta with lift up lid, canted corners, striker to the base, 25 grams, 50 mm long, 44 mm wide. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Cartier Crystal Enamel Diamond Desk Clock
A very fine rock crystal, enamel and diamond-set desk clock with box, Cartier, numbered 379 and 7137, circa 1915 jewelled lever movement, translucent blue enamel dial on sunburst background, outer gold, rose diamond and white champlevé enamel ring…
Cartier Arrow Pins with Diamonds and Rock Crystal
A pair of platinum, diamond and carved rock crystal pins, Cartier, France, circa 1920 each designed as an arrow, the carved rock crystal flights with platinum and rose-cut diamond mounts, length approximately 130 mm, signed Cartier, numbered 3516 and 3517…
18ct Gold Diamond Mesh Evening Bag from Melba Collection
An 18ct two colour gold and diamond mesh evening bag, early 20th century the bag composed of finely woven mesh in an alternating white and yellow gold weave pattern to an arched frame lined with European-cut diamonds, completed by a mesh link chain handle…
Enamel portrait verge pocketwatch by Isaac Soret & Fils
A gold and enamel pair-case verge pocketwatch with enamel portrait miniature, Isaac Soret & Fils, no.22160, mid 18th century gilt verge movement with fusée and pierced bridge cock, white enamel dial with Roman numerals, outer minute ring with…
Enamel and Diamond Cartier Watch from Melba Collection
A lady's gold, enamel and diamond-set openface keyless lever watch Cartier, no.1307, circa 1920 gilt-finished jewelled lever movement, silvered matt dial, Arabic numerals, blued steel moon-style hands, white enamel wave pattern bezel, in circular ultra…
Boucheron Vesta Case with Agate, Diamond, and Jasperware Panel
An agate, diamond, enamel and jasperware panel vesta case, Boucheron, early 20th century the transluscent carved agate case of rounded rectangular outline, the hinged cover with blue and white strapwork banding to a millegrain-set rose-cut diamond…
Boucheron Cigarette Case with Agate, Diamond, and Jasperware Panel
An agate, diamond, enamel and jasperware panel cigarette case, Boucheron, early 20th century the transluscent carved agate case of rounded rectangular outline, the hinged cover with blue and white enamel scroll banding to a millegrain-set rose-cut diamond…
Onyx, Diamond & Pearl Pansy Brooch from Melba Collection
An onyx, diamond and pearl pansy brooch, early 20th century the brooch of carved onyx petals accented by seedpearls, with old European-cut diamond stamen, diameter approximately 31 mm. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Diamond and Sapphire Brooch of Bouquet Design
A diamond and sapphire brooch, 1950s of bouquet design, the curved stems set with baguette diamonds, the flowerheads with oval and circular cut sapphire petals and brilliant-cut diamond stamen, gathered by a brilliant cut diamond ribbon, the sapphires and…
Melba's Floral Paste Hair Pins with Celluloid Combs
A pair of paste and celluloid hair pins, early 20th century the arch design millegrain set with rose-cut paste in a pierced floral pattern, completed by celluloid combs, length approximately 106 mm. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Cartier Belle Epoque Diamond & Seedpearl Hair Pin Set
A Belle Epoque diamond and seedpearl hair pin, Cartier, circa 1905 designed as an openwork heartshaped arch of seedpearls bordered by European-cut diamond lines in a millegrain setting, length approximately 127 mm long, with a Cartier fitted case;…
Chinoiserie Table Box from Melba Collection
A Chinoiserie lidded table box, early 19th century the japanned ground with gilt decoration depicting Chinese scenes, having a brass handle to either side 21 cm high, 33 cm wide, 27.5 cm deep. Property from the Collection of Dame Nellie Melba GBE
Victorian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Papier Mache Chairs
A pair of Victorian mother of pearl inlaid and japanned papier mache chairs, circa 1850 (2). A pair of Victorian mother of pearl inlaid and japanned papier mache chairs, circa 1850 in the manner of Jennings and Bettridge of Birmingham, having a back…
Victorian Papier Mache Cabinet with Inlaid Mother of Pearl
A Victorian papier mache small cabinet, circa 1850 ebonized, inlaid with mother of pearl, decorated with gilt and sprays of polychrome flowers, having a domed rectangular top opening to reveal a silk lined segmented compartment for jewellery, with two…
Victorian Papier Mache Tray and Stand
A Victorian papier mache tray and associated stand, circa 1850 and later (2). A Victorian papier mache tray and associated stand, circa 1850 and later The lobed rectangular tray having a japanned ground, decorated in colours and gilt with scrolling vines,…
19th Century Papier Mache Trays (2)
Two papier mache trays, 19th century (2). Two papier mache trays, 19th century each of lobed rectangular form, the green tray and black tray both painted and gilded with naturalistic flowers (2) The green tray 6 cm high, 79 cm wide, 60 cm deep The black…
Louis XV Tulipwood Coiffeuse Table with Japanese Lacquer Panel
A Louis XV style tulipwood table coiffeuse, circa 1890 the central hinged top raising on a ratchet mechanism to create a reading slope, flanked by lids opening to reveal shaped wells, with a frieze drawer, the upper section lifting off to form a separate…
Victorian Chinoiserie Lacquer Games Table from Melba Collection
A Victorian Chinoiserie black and gilt lacquer games table, circa 1850 having a rotating fold over top opening to reveal a red beize lined interior, single frieze drawer, supported on two turned columns terminating in a platform base on scrolling feet 75…
Melba's 1905 Caned Beech Bergeres (Pair)
A pair of caned beech bergeres, circa 1905 (2). A pair of caned beech bergeres, circa 1905 having circular caned backs centred by a turned roundel, forward scrolling arms, cushion seat, supported on tapering square form legs terminating in spade feet to…
Regency Revival Wine Cooler with Lion Paw Feet
A Regency revival wine cooler of sarcophagus form, circa 1900 and later cedar and other woods, the domed rectangular hinged lid surmounted by a rectangular panel, above a tapering paneled body with applied rope twist carving to the corners, supported on…
Victorian Mahogany Folio Stand from Melba Collection
An early Victorian mahogany folio stand, circa 1850 the ratcheted railed sides supported on twin pedestal supports terminating in splayed legs joined by a turned stretcher on bun feet 117 cm high, 76 cm wide, 69 cm deep. Property from the Collection of…
Brazilian Rosewood Tea Caddy with Crystal Mixing Bowl
A Brazilian rosewood tea caddy, circa 1835 (2). A Brazilian rosewood tea caddy, circa 1835 of sarcophagus form, the domed rectangular lid opening to reveal an interior with two tea boxes flanking a central crystal mixing bowl, with tapering sides, brass…
Melba's Victorian Mahogany Bracket Clock
A Victorian mahogany bracket clock, circa 1840 the seven inch white enamelled dial with Roman numerals, the eight day movement striking on a bell, the line inlaid dome top pagoda case surmounted by a brass pineapple finial 50 cm high, 24.5 cm wide, 17 cm…
George III Mahogany Tea Caddy with Lion Paw Feet
A George III mahogany tea caddy, early 19th century (2). A George III mahogany tea caddy, early 19th century of sarcophagus form, the domed lid with boxwood stringing and parquetry banding opening to reveal compartments for caddies and a crystal mixing…
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