Koopman Rare Art - Twenty Under Twenty

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Twenty Under Twenty A Selection of Works from our Collection

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Dear Client, Friends and Colleagues, At Koopman Rare Art, we remain committed to inspiring our friends, clients, and colleagues by showcasing the finest range of Antique Silver, Jewellery, and Gold Boxes.

We know that it is a challenging time for you to be able to visit our shop in person so we thought we would ease your plight by bringing our treasures to you instead.

In this catalogue, we present a small selection of items from our collection, all under ÂŁ20,000. Though, we have many more treasures suited to the nature of this catalogue, these pieces have been hand selected by our staff each for a unique aspect or feature that they possess. These beautiful pieces boast the finest historical design and workmanship that is a feast for the eyes.

We hope that you enjoy this small insight into the Koopman Rare Art Collection and look forward to hearing from you. There is much more to be found on our website and you are welcome to visit our gallery.

The Directors and Team at Koopman Rare Art

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1 A Pair of 18th Century Neo-Classical Sauce Tureens This pair of sauce tureens are extraordinary in that they can be traced in the Day Book (1779-81) of the Matthew Boulton Ledgers, page 419, in the Birmingham central Library as part of a large order made by William Barrow. They fall into the rare group of hand-crafted unique commissions created in the early days of the Birmingham workshops.

Birmingham, 1780 Maker’s mark of Matthew Boulton & John Fothergill.

After a design by James Wyatt Length: 23 cm, 9 in.

Weight: 1,172 g, 37 oz 12 dwt ÂŁ18,000

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2 A George IV Silver-Gilt Tankard This silver-gilt tankard is exceptional for its sheer gauge and presence. It is particularly worth noting the fine quality and depth of the cast and applied bacchic frieze that forms the decorative scheme of this piece.

Engraved with the crest and coronet of Thomas John Wynn, 2nd Baron Newborough.

Silver Gilt Maker’s Mark of William Elliott London, 1822 Height: 20 cm, 7.87 in.

Weight: 1819.5g, 58 oz 10 dwt ÂŁ15,000

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3 A George III Claret Jug This claret jug has been specially selected not only as a fine work by one of the most renowned English Silversmiths, Paul Storr, but also for its unique design that showcases the Regency interpretation of Classical Antiquity in a sleek and sophisticated manner. It’s cast and applied frieze of grape and vine together with its fabulous bacchic mask to which the handle is mounted to the body exemplify this.

London, 1810 Maker’s mark of Paul Storr Height: 19 cm, 7 ½ in.

Weight: 860 g, 27 oz 13 dwt £11,750

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4 A French Late 18th Century Gold, Enamel and Moss Agate Box Moss agate is an extremely interesting material that is so delicately incorporated here in this gold and enamel box. It has a curious appeal in both its irregular and organic aesthetic.

Gold, Enamel, Moss Agate Paris, 1789 Maker’s mark of Jean-Edmee Juilliot Length: 9 cm, 3 ½ in.

Weight: 116 g, 3 oz. 14 dwt. £12,500

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5 A Large Dish Marked Rundell, Bridge and Rundell This meat dish is an incredibly rare example of a piece struck with the mark of Rundell, Bridge & Rundell; very few surviving pieces are known to have this mark – pictured below.

The simplicity of the dish versus the intricacy of the reed and tie, and grape and vine border is truly striking.

London, 1805 Maker’s mark of Digby Scott & Benjamin Smith Retailer’s mark of Rundell, Bridge and Rundell Length: 56 cm, 22 in.

Weight: 3440 g, 110 oz. 11 dwt. £4,850

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6 A Victorian Double-Decanter Trolley In addition to its delicate pierced design, this amusing table novelty is exceptionally versatile – the round coasters are detachable and can be used separately if so desired.

London, 1839 Maker’s mark of Joseph Angell & Son Length over handles: 41.5 cm., 16 ¼ in.

Weight: 1,149 g, 36 oz. 18 dwt. £15,000

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7 An Early Victorian Silver-Gilt Mounted Ewer and Basin To find a complete set of a ewer and basin is a rarity in itself, to find a set comprising of silver-gilt mounted glass, still with the original glass intact is an even rarer treasure.

The fluidity of this object designed to pour and hold water is accentuated by the superb cast and chased lilies. The bowl itself designed to hold flower petals to scent the water.

Interestingly, George Fox was Paul Storr’s shop manager, working with the firm for thirty-five years. There is no doubt that Fox himself would have been inspired by Storr, who was not only a superb silversmith, he was also an incredibly astute businessman.

Frosted Glass with Silver-Gilt Mounts London, 1842 Maker’s mark of Charles Thomas and George Fox Height of Ewer: 27.94 cm, 11 in.

Diameter of Basin: 27.94 cm, 11 in. £9,500

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8 An Art Deco Diamond and Coral Ring This ring truly highlights the love of the Art Deco period for colourful elements and geometric designs in jewellery. The generous size of the princess cut diamonds stands out against the matt surface of the coral whilst its demilune shape adds a touch of refined elegance to this unique ring.

Platinum, Coral & Diamond Possibly American Ring Size: K ÂŁ9,500

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9 / 10 / 11 These Micromosaics are of the finest quality and are considerably rare for their subject matter; swans and goldfinches with chicks in a nest are particular rarities.

Italian Micromosaic of a Duck and Chick Micro-mosaic Italy, Circa 1785 Attributed to Giacomo Raffaelli Diameter: 6.8 cm, 2.67 in. £9,500

Italian Gold Mounted Green Porphyry Box with Micromosaic of Finches

Italian Gold Mounted Red Porphyry Box with Micromosaic of a Swan

Green Porphyry, Gold Italy, Circa 1810

Red Porphyry, Gold Circa 1800 Attributed to Giacomo Raffaelli Gold mounts Paris, circa 1819

Diameter: 6 cm, 2.36 in.

Height: 1.7 cm, 0.67 in. £15,350

Diameter: 6.3 cm, 2 ½ in.

Height: 2.5 cm, 0.98 in. £11,000

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12 A Paul Storr Tea and Coffee Set This superb melon shaped tea and coffee service typifies the naturalism one finds introduced at the start of William IV’s reign in 1830. The execution of stippling, asymmetrical scrolls and shells is so fine that it could only be the hand of Storr.

The likelihood is that this set was made for a Scottish family as both finials on the tea and coffee pot are fabulous cast thistles.

London, 1838 Maker’s mark of Paul Storr Height of Coffee Pot: 25 cm, 9.8 in.

Weight: 2354.5 g, 75 oz 14 dwt £14,500

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13 A Heart-Shaped Brooch in Gold and Pearl The jeweller David Webb is known for his quirky and fun designs such as this heart shaped brooch, most definitely a wearable piece of contemporary art.

Yellow Gold & Pearl Signed David Webb.

Length: 4 cm, 1.57 in.

Width: 3.4 cm, 1.33 in. ÂŁ6,500

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14 An Elegant Pair of Regency Wine Coolers The absolute simplicity of design showcased by this pair of wine coolers is quite unusual for the period in which it was made. Though the style exudes Neo-classicism, the lion-mask elements show these wine coolers to be transitional in design.

The arms are those of Lilingston, Ferriby Grange, co. York quartering Spooner with Lilingston in pretense.

London, 1814 Maker’s mark of John Houle Height: 20.3 cm, 8 in.

Weight: 4,379 g, 140 oz 15 dwt. ÂŁ19,000

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15 A Dainty Butterfly Clip Brooch One of the most iconic designs of the House of Van Cleef, this butterfly brooch makes an important statement piece whilst adding a touch of grace to any outfit.

Yellow gold, Diamond, Mother-of-pearl Makers mark of Van Cleef & Arpels Width: 5 cm, 1.96 in.

Diamonds: 9 stones, 0.22 carats DEF, IF to VVS quality ÂŁ7,500

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16 A Superb Pair of Rococo-Revival Candlesticks This beautifully designed pair of silver-gilt candlesticks is exceptional not only for their extraordinary gauge but in the meticulous attention to detail shown in the various animals and insects depicted in amongst the fluid asymmetrical design.

The crests are those of Duncan and Haldane, probably for Adam, Viscount Duncan (1812-1867), who succeeded his father as 2nd Earl of Camperdown of Lundie on 22 December 1859.

Silver-gilt London, 1806 Maker’s mark of Thomas Pitts Possibly for Rundell, Bridge and Rundell.

Height: 26.5 cm, 10.5 in.

Weight: 2,668 g, 85 oz 16 dwt. ÂŁ17,500

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17 An Early 19th Century Gold and Enamel Box The vibrancy of colour in the intimate neoclassical scene depicted in this gold box encapsulates the magic of enamel work, retaining the richness of colour. The quality and condition of this gold box makes it a much sort after piece.

Gold & Enamel Hanau, circa 1810 Maker’s mark of Frères Jordan Length: 8.4 cm, 3 1/3 in.

Width: 5.1 cm, 2 in.

Height: 1.6 cm, 2 ¾ in. £18,000

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18 / 19 A George IV Set of Twelve Soup Plates and Twelve Dinner Plates A complete set of both soup and dinner plates is extremely rare to find. This beautifully classical pattern of shell, palmette, and gadroon would surely bring splendour to any dining table.

Benjamin Smith’s pursuit of perfection is well documented in his change of partnerships throughout his career - here you see him working solely on his own.

London, 1826 Maker’s mark of Benjamin Smith The Soup Plates Diameter: 26.3 cm, 10.35 in.

Weight: 8,340 g, 268 oz 2 dwt

£18,500

The Dinner Plates Diameter: 26.3 cm, 10.35 in.

Weight: 8,200 g, 268 oz 2 dwt

£16,500

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20 A French Art Deco Tea and Coffee Set The wonderful sweeping lines of this set explore a more fluid conception of style in contrast to the more geometric design that one would normally associate with Art Deco.

With bayonet fitting lids, this is both a practical and aesthetically beautiful set.

Silver &Wood Paris, circa 1930 Maker’s mark of Gustave Keller Height of Coffee Pot: 20 cm, 7.8 in. £6,500

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20 +1 (We simply could not resist one more)

A Rare George III Egg Boiler and Timer Such a functional and highly innovative piece is an exceptional find. This egg boiler is complete with a working timer. We have come to the conclusion that there is no better way to have your eggs boiled in the morning after seeing this beautifully designed neoclassical piece. The timer is set to 3 minutes for the perfect soft-boiled egg.

London, 1802 Maker’s mark of John Edwards III Height (including timer): 34 cm, 13.4 in.

Weight: 459.7 g, 14 oz 15 dwt. ÂŁ7,500

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