LEONARD, issue 48, April 2016

ISSUE

48 APRIL 2016

M E L B O U R N E | S Y D N E Y | L O N D O N

MODERN DESIGN

Our Team

About UsLeonard Joel can truly claim to have the broadest range of category specialists of any auction house in Australia.

From identification and valuation of single items through to the dispersal of major private and corporate collections, Leonard Joel brings an unrivaled specialist expertise to every buying or selling transaction.

Robert WilliamsSpecialist Jewels & Objets D’Art

& Single Owner Collections, Sydney

02 9362 9045 | 0403 142 106

[email protected]

Millie McMahonArt Specialist, Sydney

02 9362 9045

[email protected]

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ETTORE SOTTSASS MEMPHIS MILANO COFFEE TABLE

$1,500 - 2,500

John AlbrechtManaging Director

& Head of Collections

03 8825 5619

[email protected]

John D’AgataNational Head of Jewellery

& Sydney Office

03 8825 5605 | 0408 355 339

[email protected]

Sophie UllinHead of Art

03 8825 5609 | 0413 912 307

[email protected]

Maxine WinningManager, Object, Books & Collectables

03 8825 5604

[email protected]

Bethany Mc GouganManager, Monthly Collectables

03 8825 5625

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Dominic KavanaghManager, Interiors Furniture

03 8825 5632

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Maggie SkeltonManager, Interiors Art

03 8825 5630

[email protected]

Anna GrasshamSpecialist, Modern Design

03 8825 5637 | 0478 114 611

[email protected]

Guy CairnduffHead of Classic Furniture & Objects

& Head of the Specialist Collector

03 8825 5611 | 0407 828 137

[email protected]

Robert HaighManager, Senior

Jewellery Specialist

03 8825 5618 | 0439 493 038

[email protected]

Katarina LjahovicManager, Marketing & Communications

03 8825 5620

[email protected]

Rick MerrieSenior Photographer

Adam ObradovicPhotographer

Maria RossiDesigner / Finished Artist

Marketing Team

2 l e o n a r d j o e l . c o m . a u

Forthcoming Auctions

Collectables & Australiana Thursday 14th April 2016 – 12pm

MELBOURNE

Modern Design

Thursday 14th April 2016 – 6.30pm

MELBOURNE

The Silk Road Selection

Thursday 28th April 2016 – 10am

MELBOURNE

The Richard Boland Collection

Tuesday 3rd May 2016 – 6.30pm

MELBOURNE

Asian Art, Classic Furniture & Objects

Sunday 15th May 2016 – 10am

MELBOURNE

Specialist Prints & Photography

Thursday 26th May 2016 – 11.30am

MELBOURNE

Luxury

Saturday 4th June 2016 – 1pm

MELBOURNE

Jewels

Monday 6th June 2016 – 6pm

MELBOURNE

Fine Art

Tuesday 7th June 2016 – 6.30pm

MELBOURNE

Jewels, Objets D’Art & Fine Art

Monday 19th June 2016 – 6pm

SYDNEY

Interiors & Jewellery Auction Every ThursdayFurniture & Interiors – 10am

Jewellery & Wristwatches – 10.30am

Art Salon – 11.30am

Objects & Collectables – 12pm

MELBOURNE

“First auction house in Melbourne, in more

ways than one.”

VERNER PANTONFLOWER POT TABLE LAMP

$1,000 - 1,500

3l e o n a r d j o e l . c o m . a u

DetailDAVID BOYD (1924-2011)

In The Apple Orchard oil on canvas, 59 x 69cm SOLD FOR $24,400 IBP


My friend and convincing art aficionado with

a grassroots approach made an interesting

observation about the domestic art scene at

present.

He explained it was like a seesaw; loaded at one

end with Modern and Contemporary art and at

the other end? Well, no “other end” really; with

traditional and Impressionist art catapulted into

the distant memories of collectors.

I didn’t understand the analogy at first but his

point was that there is at present little “balance”

in the minds of the great majority of collectors.

In other words, great pre-war works are largely

becoming forgotten.

Norman developed the analogy further by

observing that a small work by Fredrick McCubbin,

one of Australia’s great Impressionists, now often

sells for a similar price to that of a lovely, but

largely decorative work by David Boyd; son of

Merric. There are three important points I took

from Norman’s coffee laden lecture. Firstly, that

much traditional art is undervalued. Secondly, that

David Boyd owners should be very happy with

their paintings and finally, that “the baby has been

thrown out with the bath water” when it comes to

current art collecting tastes.

In Norman’s world the beautiful period work sits

perfectly beside the avant-garde work and what is

achieved in this type of collecting world is a deeper,

broader and more sophisticated participation

in the gentle art of collecting paintings and works

of art.

NORMAN AND THE SEESAWJOHN ALBRECHT, MANAGING DIRECTOR LEONARD JOEL


Auction

MODERN DESIGN14 APRIL AT 6.30PM

Melbourne Auction Thursday 14 April 2016 at 6.30pm

Melbourne ViewingSaturday 9 April 10am-4pmSunday 10 April 10am-4pmWednesday 13 April 9am-8pm

EnquiriesAnna Grassham

Modern Design Specialist03 8825 5637 | 0478 114 [email protected]

PHILIPPE STARCK ‘MAX LE CHINOIS’ COLANDER FOR ALESSI $300 - $500


The April Modern Design auction is not restricted

to a particular theme, but is rather a well-rounded

collection of design related furniture, lighting and

objects. There is an enticing selection of Italian

furniture from the 1970s and 80s, a moving trend

for young professionals and avid collectors. On

offer is a fantastic 1970s ten piece chair setting

designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, and not to

mention an extremely cool Memphis Milano

occasional table designed by Ettore Sottsass.

Other highlights include a rare collection of chairs

by the American-born architect, Walter Burley

Griffin. The collection consists of six dining chairs

and two armchairs designed in 1917 for Newman

College, University of Melbourne, Parkville. The

chairs have been fully restored and come with

significant provenance. No doubt, their results

will be somewhat interesting due to the fact

that Walter Burley Griffin furniture in Australia is

becoming more and more difficult to find.

Overall, the April Modern Design offering

showcases an exciting array of different eras

crossing over one another: we juxtapose the

austerity of early Arts & Crafts and Modernist

pieces with the striking shapes and forms of the

1970s and 80s. And of course, it would not be

a Leonard Joel Modern Design auction without

paying homage to our on-going love affair with

Australian mid-century design, including some

wonderful examples of Australian lighting from

the 1950s and 60s and pieces by the ever popular

Grant Featherston, we welcome you to enjoy the

diversity of our latest collection.

The extremely cool

ALBERTO SALVIATI ‘MIAMINA’ FOLDING CHAIRS FOR SAPORITI $1,500 - $2,500

ITALIAN 1980s GLASS AND CHROME DESK $1,200 - $1,800

ITALIAN 1950s STILNOVO DESK LAMP $1,000 - $1,500




WALTER BURLEY GRIFFINA true pioneer in the transitions of architecture and design in Australia

Melbourne AuctionModern Design Thursday 14 April 2016 at 6.30pm

Melbourne ViewingSaturday 9 April 10am-4pmSunday 10 April 10am-4pmWednesday 13 April 9am-8pm



A RARE WALTER BURLEY GRIFFIN ARMCHAIR$3,000 - 4,000

A RARE WALTER BURLEY GRIFFIN ARMCHAIR ON CASTORS$3,000 - 4,000


This April, Leonard Joel’s Modern Design department is proud

to showcase a rare collection of chairs by the American-born

architect, Walter Burley Griffin. The collection consists of six

dining chairs and two armchairs designed for Newman College,

University of Melbourne, Parkville.

Walter Burley Griffin came to Australia in 1914 and over a 20

year period completed over 250 design projects in the country,

alongside his wife, Marion Mahony Griffin, who was also a

talented architect. After winning the international competition

for the design of Canberra city, the Burley Griffins went on to

complete a multitude of distinctive independent developments

throughout both Melbourne and Sydney.

Notable amongst their output was the brilliant interior of Café

Australia, 381 Collins Street Melbourne, sadly not standing

today. The café, frequented by the social elite of the time,

housed a stunning banquet hall and balcony overlooking

elegant tearooms. With its modern plaster work, stained glass

and beautifully crafted furniture, the aesthetics of the café were

a flamboyant embodiment of the Burley Griffins’ style, and one

of Melbourne’s most famous architectural landmarks of the first

quarter of the 20th century.

Another significant Melbourne commission undertaken by the

Burley Griffins was the interior of Newman College, University

of Melbourne. Beautiful in its simplicity and a structure that can

still be admired today, the college reflects the Burley Griffins’

integrated approach to furniture and architectural design.

Elements of the interior of the college were ‘built in’, however,

like Café Australia, the seating furniture was designed to be

adaptable for use in conference rooms, tutorials and in study

areas. The furniture in the college was manufactured by several

local companies, including Fallshaw Bros (act. 1882 – 1923)

Martin Lindgren & Co. (act. 1884 – 1930) and James Moore &

Sons Pty Ltd (act. 1908 – 1938).

Over time, Walter Burley Griffin designs have become scarce,

and highly sought after. There are said to be only two fully

intact Café Australia chairs remaining after the building was

demolished in 1938: one was acquired by the National Gallery

of Victoria in 2003, the other was sold at auction in Sydney in

2015. This highlights the importance of the remaining chairs

from Newman College in Australian design history.

Mr Warren Lett, Professor Emeritus, founder of the Melbourne

Institute for Experimental & Creative Art Therapies, and former

Dean of Education, La Trobe University, is the current owner of

the collection presented here. The chairs were given to Mr Lett

in the early 1970s by a nun from the order of the Sisters of Mercy,

with whom he had been working on organisational processes.

Over time all of the chairs have been restored, and kept in the

same location until Mr Lett’s decision to sell them.

Mr Lett’s wishes are that the chairs are offered in the same

auction, lotted consecutively in pairs or individually, allowing

ample opportunity for institutions and collectors to acquire

part or all of this significant collection. Walter Burley Griffin was

pivotal to the growth of early Modernism, and a true pioneer in

the transitions of architecture and design in this country.

By Anna GrasshamA PAIR OF WALTER BURLEY GRIFFIN CHAIRS$6,000 - 8,000

A PAIR OF WALTER BURLEY GRIFFIN CHAIRS$6,000 - 8,000

A WALTER BURLEY GRIFFIN CHAIR$3,000 - 4,000

A WALTER BURLEY GRIFFIN CHAIR$3,000 - 4,000


Auction

THE RICHARD BOLAND COLLECTION

3 MAY 2016 AT 6.30PM

KATHLEEN SAUERBIER (1903-1991)Quinces 1931oil on masonite, 43 x 52cm$8,000 - 12,000

Melbourne Auction Tuesday 3 May 2016 at 6.30pm

Melbourne ViewingWednesday 27 April 9am-8pmThursday 28 April 10am-4pmFriday 29 April 10am-4pmSaturday 30 April 10am-4pmSunday 1 May 10am-4pmMonday 2 May 10am-4pmTuesday 3 May By Appointment

Enquiries

Maggie Skelton

Art Salon Manager

03 8825 5630

[email protected]


GERALD BROCKHURST (British, 1890-1978)Portrait of a Red-Haired Woman 1950oil on canvas, 51 x 41cm$6,000 - 8,000

MARIE TUCK (1866-1947)The Proclamation of South Australiaoil on canvas on board, 136 x 203cm$15,000 - 20,000

HORACE TRENERRY (1899-1958)Sea Side, Sydneyoil on canvasboard, 20 x 23cm$6,000 - 8,000

LISETTE KOHLHAGEN (1890-1969)Cagedhand coloured linocut, 29 x 37cm$700 - 900

REX WOOD (1908-1970)Vase on the Window Silloil on canvasboard, 55 x 45cm$800 - 1,200

The Private Collection of Richard Boland is a

glimpse into the life of a devoted and enthusiastic

collector who, over forty-five years, amassed an

impressive selection of works by many rare and

collectable artists.

Richard’s engagement with the arts began as a

child in the late 50s, with his interest in the cover

art on Jazz albums which he would import from the

U.S. By the early 60s, he was forging a career in

television and socialising with many of the young

art students from the Adelaide‘s School of Art and

spending time at the Bonython Art Gallery. Later,

Richard moved to New York to study media at the

New York University, living at the Chelsea Hotel

where “the atmosphere was electric –on any one

day you could walk into Warhol, the Rolling Stones

or Arthur Miller”.

Upon returning to Adelaide to produce and direct

television programs and immersing himself further

in the arts, Richard’s research skills grew and his

taste became more refined. He could not fathom

the neglect of local artists, in particular the many

talented female painters and they became a

core focus of his interest. Galvanised by a driving

passion and armed with more time Richard had

the capacity to seek out auctions, artist’s families,

art catalogues and gossip, developing both his

knowledge and the depth of his collection. For

decades his pictures have largely been hidden

from view, only seen occasionally when on loan

to art museums (Art Gallery of South Australia,

Carrick Hill, Royal South Australian Society of Arts).

Highlights include quintessential examples by rare,

yet collectable, artists such as Kathleen Sauerbier,

Marie Tuck, Rex Wood, Lisette Kohlhagen, Dorrit

Black, Horace Trenerry, Richard Hayley Lever,

Jacqueline Hick and Margaret Preston.

Enquiries

Maggie Skelton, Art Salon Manager03 8825 [email protected]

Lecture Event

Wednesday 27 April at 6pm

Refreshments provided

Dr Juliette Peers will be presenting a talk on

the collection with a focus on early South

Australian art. Foremost a lecturer, Dr Peers

has also curated and written catalogue essays

for 44 events in Australian public galleries.

A Private Art Collection


ASIAN ART, CLASSIC FURNITURE & OBJECTS

Now Consigning

15 MAY 2016

Enquiries:Guy CairnduffHead of Classic Furniture & Objects03 8825 5611 | 0407 828 [email protected]

A LARGE BRASS FRAMED SKELETON CLOCK69.5cm high$5,000 - 7,000


A CASED SET OF SIX AUSTRALIAN STERLING SILVER GOBLETSHENDRIK FORSTER (1947-)$2,000 - 3,000

A CARVED GUARDIAN LION FIGURE$2,000 - 3,000

A SUITE OF STERLING SILVER$3,000 - 5,000

A GOLD AND BRASS CARRIAGE CLOCK, FRENCH, LATE 19TH CENTURY WITH WINDING KEY$2,000 - 3,000

Leonard Joel are delighted to announce the

addition of Carl Wantrup to the Asian Art valuation

panel. Carl has been a scholar of Asian art for

over twenty years. Initially focusing on Chinese

ceramics, he soon broadened his interests to

include furniture, scholar art, painting and textiles.

During this time, he has also maintained a keen

interest in the arts of the Indian subcontinent,

Southeast Asia, Korea and Japan.

For a complimentary market appraisal of your

important Asian object or collection.

Please contact:

[email protected]

(03) 8825 5635

IntroducingCarl Wantrup

Focus on Asian Works of Art


JEWELS, OBJETS D’ART & FINE ART

Now Consigning

19 JUNE 2016

EnquiriesRobert Williams, Specialist Objets D’Art & Single Owner Collections

02 9362 9045 | 0403 142 [email protected]

A REUGE A SAINTE-CROIX MUSIC POCKET WATCH

SOLD FOR $3,660 IBP


A DIAMOND RING, CIRCA 1925

SOLD FOR $12,200 IBP

A VICTORIAN ENAMEL AND DIAMOND BANGLE


A ‘FLORAL LEAVES’ DIAMOND BROOCH BY TIFFANY & CO, JEAN SCHLUMBERGER

SOLD FOR $6,710 IBP

1. Did you know that jewellery you have itemised on your insurance policy

is not normally covered outside the home?

My sister-in-law recently discovered this when she lost a Tiffany & Co bracelet

she was wearing at work. Most insurance companies, including hers, won’t pay

out unless you have a specific add on clause in your policy for it to be covered

outside the home. The good news is that my sister-in-law has been able to

purchase a similar bracelet in the Leonard Joel Interiors & Jewellery auction

for $200 instead of the retail replacement value of $1100. It has been cleaned

and polished and, whilst it didn’t come with a blue box and bag, it was a great

outcome.

2. Travelling overseas with your jewellery and think it is covered by your

travel insurance?

Again, you need to read the fine print, especially if you have high value pieces.

Many policies only have general coverage for your personal belongings, which

includes jewellery, watches, handbags, sunglasses, phone, etc. Your diamond

engagement ring may have an insurance value of $15,000 but you may only

be entitled to claim $500. This is also relevant to the Hermes Birkin bag you

may have acquired at our Luxury Auction. Specific add on clauses may need

to be included.

3. You will only have minimal cover of your jewellery if it is part of

your general contents policy.

This is the most important point to remember. MINIMAL coverage is just that,

and depending on your policy, you may receive as little as $500. Even if it

states you can claim up to $10,000, there are caveats on this statement which

limit you to the number of items and often a maximum per item value.

4. Ask your insurer if you have a choice on where you can replace

your jewellery.

I have heard numerous stories of clients claiming on their insurance for

beautiful handcrafted antique jewellery only to be told they must go to a

specific jewellery store as determined by the insurer. Insurance companies

may have arrangements with chain stores and it is vital you find out whether

you must go to their store of choice or yours before you need to claim.

5. Remember the difference between market and insurance values.

As a savvy Leonard Joel buyer, you may not realise the significant difference

between the two, and often the variation is large. A receipt of your purchase is

not enough. Insurance companies require a written valuation with a photograph

of the piece by a qualified gemmologist and registered jewellery valuer.

Valuations must be updated every two years to ensure you are adequately.

Leonard Joel is happy to assist you with this process.

Five important facts about insuring your jewellery

EnquiriesCaroline TicknerJewellery Insurance Valuer03 8825 5636 [email protected]


Consigning

FINE ART7 JUNE 2016 AT 6.30PM

Frederick McCubbinStudy for The Rabbit Burrow c.1910oil on canvas, 24.5 x 34.5cmSold for $97,600 IBP


Jessie TraillThe Man with the Ladder (Illustration of Sydney Harbour Bridge) 1929pastel on paper, 53 x 35cm Sold for $26,840 IBP

Sir William RothensteinSelf Portrait oil on canvas, 61 x 43cm Sold for $18,300 IBP

The fine art seesaw (see our foreword by proprietor

John Albrecht) was in perfect balance in our South

Yarra rooms on Tuesday evening as connoisseurs

carefully bid for their future acquisitions across the

traditional, modern and contemporary periods.

With an emerging and younger collector base,

naturally focused on “the new” but gradually

broadening the scope of their taste, it was pleasing

to witness vigorous bidding for not just the new

but also the old. Historical works also found

strong interest amongst local and international

bidders. The auction enjoyed a beautiful period

private collection from Melbourne with a small,

jewel of a work by Frederick McCubbin (lot 43)

that realised $97,600 IBP and represented one of

the highest prices ever achieved for a small study

by this artist. Historians were also catered for by

two very different but nonetheless interesting

works; one of local origin and the other from the

United Kingdom. Jessie Trail’s Sydney harbour

bridge under construction illustration from 1929

(lot 9) whet the appetites of local institutions and

collectors alike. The rarity of this artist’s pastel

drawing, combined with the historically important

Australian subject matter, generated frenzied

bidding, taking it to $26,840 IBP or more than 8

times its low estimate. London came calling via

the phones and the internet when Sir William

Rothenstein’s compelling self portrait (lot 144)

was offered for sale. Discovered in Australia as a

long lost work it was “destined” for the United

Kingdom and finally sold for $18,300 IBP, more

than doubling its low estimate. The Jesse Traill

price was also realised for a work on the other

end of the current collecting spectrum; Howard

Arkley’s work Zappo II from 1988 (lot 144) realised

an identical price and fitting too that one of

Australia’s greatest contemporary artists realised

the highest contemporary price for the evening.

Mid-value collecting between $5,000 and $10,000

was also very strong with auctioneer John Albrecht

noting that the “second half of the auction” was

the strongest he’d ever witnessed in the fine art

category. With a sale rate of 78% by value the

auction realised our highest total for two years at

$973,020 IBP.

If you have historically important works of local or

international origin or a contemporary work for

consideration, do not hesitate to contact:

EnquiriesSophie Ullin, Head of Art03 8825 5609 | 0413 912 [email protected]

Olivia Fuller, Art Specialist03 8825 [email protected]

Art in Balance


ANNE HALL (BORN 1945) Portrait of John Perceval 1976

SOLD FOR $7,320 IBP


Anne Hall Rediscovered

EnquiriesOlivia FullerArt Specialist03 8825 [email protected] HALL (BORN 1945)

The Performing Pigs 1972

SOLD FOR $4,392 IBP

ANNE HALL (BORN 1945) Portrait Studies

SOLD FOR $2,074 IBP

ANNE HALL (BORN 1945) Man and Woman 1967

SOLD $3,172 IBP

Leonard Joel was pleased to offer the Lost Studio

of Anne Hall on 3rd March this year. The auction

was a rare insight into the studio and mind of one

of Australia’s previously overlooked female artists.

Anne is a figure who has remained somewhat

mysterious and intriguing to the art world. The

auction has revealed the diversity and intensity

of her artistic existence whilst providing a window

into her private life.

There were several standout lots in the auction

including lot 10, Portrait of John Perceval, the

artist’s husband, which sold for $7,320 IBP against

an estimate range of $3,000-5,000.

The works on paper were well sought after as well,

especially lot 169 which sold for an incredible

$1,708 IBP against its estimate of $500-700.

A favourite amongst the buyers was the unique set

of 7 small panels, lot 22, which reached $2,074 IBP

– five times its lower estimate.

The rediscovery of the studio will surely set a new

market for the work of Anne Hall and provide the

recognition she so ardently and justly deserved.

ANNE HALL (BORN 1945) Portrait Study with Yellow Eye 1966

SOLD $1,708 IBP


Consigning

JEWELS6 JUNE 2016

EnquiriesRobert HaighManager, Jewellery Specialist03 8825 5618 | 0439 493 [email protected]

Leonard Joel Fine Jewellery is currently accepting entries for the June auction catalogue.

With some important and rare pieces already consigned, it will be a strong and diverse offering.

AN ANTIQUE ITALIAN ETRSICAN STYLE MICRO MOSAIC BROOCHDepicting two swans in oval setting, within an open diamond shape setting, stamped verso with the crossed keys of the Vatican.$4,000 - 6,000

ANTIQUE SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND PENDANT WATCHThe open face watch with case incrusted with sapphires and old cut diamonds. Suspended from a ‘Fler de leis’ brooch fitting.$7,000 - 9,000

A KASHMIR SAPPHIREThe loose rectangular step cut deep blue sapphire of 2.28cts and accompanied by a GSL laboratory certificate.$16,000 - 24,000

A SOLITAIRE DIAMOND RINGthe brilliant cut diamond weighing 3cts in a bezel setting.$18,000 - 26,000


The call bird seemed to be lot 1, the stunning pair

of Edwardian diamond chandelier drop earrings

were much sought after and eventually purchased

for $4,636 IBP. It was a case of auction fever with

the largest number of internet, telephone and

absentee bidding that we have ever experienced.

Traditional in room buyers came out in force as

well, and why not? The Leonard Joel Jewellery

department prides itself on the quality and variety

of Fine Jewels that we present at every auction.

Lot 68A was no exception. A late comer to the

auction, this impressive 4.09ct impressive ruby

ring with an additional 3.60cts of diamonds was

purchased for $43,920 IBP. With coloured stones in

favour with buyers, a pair of fine Colombian drop

earrings surrounded by GIA certified diamonds,

lot 120, was also enthusiastically purchased for

$36,600 IBP and were taken home immediately as

a special gift.

With diamonds ever popular, lot 61, a rare 4.63ct

old European cut diamond sold for $34,160 IBP,

whilst an outstanding diamond necklace from the

‘Belle Époque’ era sold for a sensational $5,612

IBP showing the high level of interest in good

quality antique jewellery.

Jade proved a popular choice towards the end of

the auction. A Type ‘A’ Jadeite ring, lot 384, sold

for an outstanding $4,392 IBP.

We are now consigning for our June round of

Melbourne and Sydney auctions.

Jewellery Auction Fever

EnquiriesJohn D’AgataNational Head of Jewellery & Sydney Office03 8825 5605 | 0408 355 [email protected]

A PAIR OF EDWARDIAN DIAMOND SET CHANDELIER EARRINGS

SOLD FOR $4,636 IBP

A FINE PAIR OF COLOMBIAN EMERALD AND DIAMOND EARRINGS


AN IMPRESSIVE RUBY AND DIAMOND CLUSTER RING


A BELLE EPOQUE DIAMOND NECKLACE

SOLD FOR $5,612 IBP

AN IMPRESSIVE SOLITAIRE DIAMOND RING



The Graham Geddes collection held onsite on

Sunday 20th March has redefined the trends for

2016, reclaiming classical and architectural items

for those with a sense of nostalgia.

Mr Geddes’ iconic style offered clients rarely

found items such as lot 98, a large 18th Century

tapestry which fetched $12,200 IBP under

the hammer, along with lot 337 a regency

overmantel mirror, which held interest over the

sum of $11,590 IBP.

As always items of Chinese origin were swept away

on the day including lot 841, an impressive pair of

Yuan Dynasty stone rams which found a home at

$6,100 IBP, and lot 389 a Tang Dynasty grooming

lady found a new collection at $21,960 IBP.

Other items of interest during the auction were the

architectural items highly prized by Mr Geddes,

such as lot 1267, a large registered two tier

fountain selling for well over $15,000 IBP and lot

1270 a pair of Coade stone urns which was chased

to $8,540 IBP by three bidders in the room.

EnquiriesChiara CurcioClassic Furniture & Objects Specialist03 8825 [email protected]

The Graham Geddes Collection:Classical Revival

A REGENCY GILT WOOD WALL MIRROR


A PAIR OF ANTIQUE LATE 19TH CENTURY COADE STONE URNS ON BASES

SOLD FOR $8,540 IBP

A LARGE WOVEN IDYLIC WALL TAPESTRY, 18TH CENTURY



Jewellery Appraisal at Leonard Joel

For most people, the joy of acquiring jewellery

and estimating its value is vastly more difficult

than the purchasing and valuing of a piece of

furniture or objet d’art. The quality of a gem or the

workmanship in a fine piece of jewellery can be

difficult to ascertain and there are some technical

skills to be employed.

At Leonard Joel, we have experts with

gemmological and diamond grading qualifications

as well as being National Valuers of jewellery. The

jewellery team at Leonard Joel also have significant

years of experience with the valuing and selling of

jewellery at auction.

Individuals wishing to sell jewellery should have

confidence in the ability of the appraiser to:

• Identify gems and their quality accurately,

• Place the jewellery in a historical context and

price it accordingly,

• Recognise designer pieces, both marked and

unmarked,

• Understand market trends through their

knowledge, experience and analysis of the

current market,

• Trust that that the response will be ethical,

honest and informed.

The valuers at Leonard Joel uphold these standards

and thus clients feel confident in the appraisals

made for their consigned pieces. In extension,

buyers can be equally confident in the pieces they

are purchasing.

EnquiriesRobert HaighManager, Jewellery Specialist03 8825 5618 | 0439 493 [email protected]


Enquiries

Amanda SainiLuxury Co-ordinator03 8825 [email protected]

Chanel in demand!

The first Luxury auction for 2016 was a stellar

success. The petite offering which sold 92% by

value, reflected the ongoing enthusiasm in this

category. Delighted purchasers were impatient

to collect their items and take them to their new

homes.

Demand was particularly high for the classic

Chanel, a luxury brand synonymous with style

and timeless quality. In particular, lot 39, a Chanel

woollen jacket, sold for $1,464 IBP. Lot 32, a classic

always popular 2.55 quilted handbag, sold for

$2,318 IBP. A Chanel tote, lot 15, which attracted

much attention during viewing, was purchased by

an ecstatic buyer for $2,074 IBP. Other highlights

included lot 103, a luxurious fully stranded dark

ranch mink coat which sold for $4,148 IBP in

anticipation of the cooler winter months ahead.

Lot 1, a Hobo Mahina by Louis Vuitton which

achieved $2,318 IBP was a terrific start to the

auction.

We are now accepting consignments for our next

Luxury auction on the 4th of June. Contact Amanda

Saini for more information and a complimentary

verbal market appraisal.

A JACKET BY CHANEL

SOLD FOR $1,464 IBP

A 2.55 HANDBAG BY CHANEL

SOLD FOR $2,318 IBP

A PAIR OF EARRINGS BY CHANEL

SOLD FOR $390 IBP


Enquiries

Maggie Skelton, Manager, Art Salon

03 8825 5630 | [email protected]

Enquiries

Dominic Kavanagh, Manager Weekly Furniture


DAVID LARWILL (1956-2011)Couple II, coloured etching 13/30

SOLD FOR $488 IBP

VIEW WEDNESDAY, AUCTION THURSDAY

ConsigningSpecialist Prints & Photography

Thursday 26th May - 11.30am

ConsigningInteriors & Jewellery

2016

THEMATIC AUCTIONS

Enquiries

Maggie Skelton, Manager, Art Salon


MARIE TUCK (1866-1947)Family with Lamb, oil on canvas, 65 x 57cm

$4,500 - 6,500

AuctionThe Richard Boland

CollectionTuesday 3rd May - 6.30pm

Enquiries

Amanda Saini, Luxury Co-ordinator


A JPG BIRKIN SHOULDER BAG BY HERMES

SOLD FOR $7,930 IBP

ConsigningLuxury

Saturday 4th June - 1pm

Enquiries

Bethany McGougan, Collectables Specialist


AuctionCollectables & Australiana

Thursday 14th April - 12pm

HORNBY DUBLO 3-RAIL EDG18 GOODS SET $140 - 220

Enquiries

Ryan Parle, Furniture Assistant


VIEWING 20 April 9am - 8pm, 21 - 22 April 9am - 5pm25 - 26 April 9am - 5pm, 27 April 9am - 8pm

AuctionThe Silk Road Selection

Thursday 28th April - 10am


DREWEATTS & BLOOMSBURYFINE PAINTINGS

View the catalogue online at www.bloomsburyauctions.com

38English School, “Davie” (19th century)

Young washerwoman£700–1,000

14Julie Guyot (fl. 1800s)

Nasturtium in a glass vase with grapes and greengages on a stone ledge;

Estimate £3000–5000

181Circle of Alexander Nasmyth (1758-1840)

Two figures in a landscape with waterfall and mill£ 500-700

45Terence Cuneo (1907-1996)

Tattenham Corner, Epsom Derby£4,000–6,000

34Charles Martin Powell (1775-1824)

Boats at the shore£1,200-1,800

55Manner of Gaetano Gandolfi (1734-1802)Head study of a tonsured, bearded saint

£300–500

London Auction

WEDNESDAY 6 APRIL 2016, 10AM

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