LEONARD, issue 49, June 2016

ISSUE 49 JUNE 2016

WAREHOUSE 8 INTERIORS MELBOURNE

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About Us Leonard 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.

Our Team

Our Offices

John Albrecht

John D’Agata

Managing Director

National Head of Jewellery

& Head of Collections

& Sydney Office

03 8825 5619

03 8825 5605 | 0408 355 339

john.albrecht@leonardjoel.com.au

john.dagata@leonardjoel.com.au

Melbourne 333 Malvern Rd, Sth Yarra, VIC 3141 03 9826 4333

Sydney Sophie Ullin

Guy Cairnduff

Anna Grassham

Head of Art

National Head of

Specialist, Modern Design

39 Queen St, Woollahra, NSW 2025

Robert Haigh

03 8825 5609 | 0413 912 307

Classic Furniture & Objects

03 8825 5637 | 0478 114 611

Jewellery Specialist

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Manager, Senior

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Robert Williams

Millie McMahon

National Head of Single

Specialist, Art, Sydney

Owner Auctions

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LOT 70 AN EARLY 20th CENTURY ‘JOEY TOY RIDE’ 10 cent machine, working order, fibre glass and cast iron 128h x 123w x 61d $2,500 - 3,500

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Marketing Team Katarina Ljahovic Manager, Marketing & Communications 03 8825 5620 katarina.ljahovic@leonardjoel.com.au

Maria Rossi Designer / Finished Artist

Rick Merrie

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Maggie Skelton

Ryan Parle

Maxine Winning

Bethany Mc Gougan

Specialist, Art

Manager, Interiors Furniture

Manager, Object, Books & Collectables

Manager & Specialist, Collectables

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03 8825 5614

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Senior Photographer

Adam Obradovic Photographer

Forthcoming Auctions

“Rare, unique and original since 1919”

Luxury Saturday 4th June 2016 – 1pm MELBOURNE

Warehouse 8 Interiors Sunday 5th June 2016 – 12pm MELBOURNE

Jewels Monday 6th June 2016 – 6pm MELBOURNE

Fine Art Tuesday 7th June 2016 – 6.30pm MELBOURNE

Collectables Thursday 9th June 2016 – 12pm MELBOURNE

Spanish Provincial Thursday 2rd June 2016 MELBOURNE

Jewels, Objets D’Art & Fine Art Monday 27th June 2016 – 6pm SYDNEY

The David Bromley Collection - Part I Thursday 24th July 2016 CHAPEL STREET, MELBOURNE

The David Bromley Collection - Part II Thursday 31st July 2016 DAYLESFORD

Luxury Saturday 3rd September 2016 – 1pm MELBOURNE

The Ron Barassi Collection Sunday 4th September 2016 – 2pm MELBOURNE

Asian Art, Classic Furniture & Objects Sunday 16th October 2016 MELBOURNE

Modern Design Thursday 10th November 2016 MELBOURNE

Interiors & Jewellery Auction Every Thursday Furniture & Interiors – 10am

LOT 207 ANDREW FREIDIN (born 1961) Gymnopedie bronze with granite base 103cm (height including base) $7,000 - 9,000

Jewellery & Wristwatches – 10.30am Art Salon – 11.30am Objects & Collectables – 12pm MELBOURNE

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Chris Booth and Fiona Clarke, Strata 2001, reproduced with permission.

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WHEN WEIGHT, ART, CULTURE AND DEVELOPMENT COLLIDE The dry issue of the cost of transportation, constructed of heavy stone, metal and the ethical issues around the destruction cannot be found within a reasonable

well actually transportation, excavation visual references. The situation got me of art work come to the fore. It is all very period of time and/or once fund cannot and

re-installation

emerged

as

a thinking about the nature of public art well for an artist to cry outrage at the provide a solution within a reasonable

fascinating issue for the Melbourne and particularly when it is very heavy possible demolition of a public work in time for the relocation and protection art and property development world and complexly constructed. It is an issue the context of no viable relocation option of the work, then the owner “can justify last week. In The Age it was reported that rarely crosses the mind of artist but equally it is not a legal obligation the removal, relocation or destruction of that Melbourne University had fallen and developer during the commission of the developer or owner to allocate the work”. The balancing act struck here through as the excavator, transporter and completion phases and why should funds for relocation. A quick scan of the within the Copyright Act between artist, and re-installer of the monumental, it given public sculpture is imbued by Copyright Act reveals that this moral right owner and the integrity of the art work extremely heavy and culturally charged its very nature with a permanence that to the protection against destruction strikes me, personally, as reasonable but public sculpture titled Strata by the puts such matters at the bottom of the enjoys, or is diminished by depending on this is not to say that when art, culture New Zealand artist Chris Booth, in “things to consider ladder”. But when your perspective, a clause that applies and development collide everyone will collaboration with Fiona Clarke. You see, redevelopment day presents itself, a essentially a reasonableness test to the be happy. The postscript to this tale is it was simply too costly for Melbourne large and extremely heavy sculpture is in extent to which the owner must go to that it appears Strata has found a new University to undertake the exercise of play and there are no “takers” for it, even avoid destruction of the work of art. In home and a new space from which it can accepting this work of art, meticulously if gifted, the moral rights of an artist and simple terms, if the author of the work be publicly enjoyed.

JOHN ALBRECHT, MANAGING DIRECTOR LEONARD JOEL

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Auction

THE RON BARASSI COLLECTION 4 SEPTEMBER 2016 Enjoying a cult status in Australian

aesthetic and historical significance. Ron

an impressive 204 games, winning two

Kilda), Bill Brown (Richmond) and Norm

school playgrounds during the 1960’s

Barassi’s collection features a large array

best and fairest awards and playing in

Brown (Fitzroy).

and 1970’s, football swap cards hold

of collector cards and player signatures

6 premierships with the club. A 1965

more than just nostalgic value for current

from the 1930’s through to 1990’s, set to

card of Ron Barassi wearing the navy

This lot as well as several other collector

collectors. The tradition of accumulating

appeal to a broad range of collectors.

blue Carlton guernsey is also featured,

cards will be offered as part of the

denoting a pivotal moment in Australian

Ron Barassi auction on the 4th of September 2016.

and swapping cards has gained traction in recent years, encouraging a new

The lot featured opposite includes a

football history. In an unprecedented

generation of collectors on the hunt

hand signed Ron Barassi card from 1964,

move that shocked the football world,

for rare and complete card sets. Mid-

which represents the peak of his career

Ron Barassi joined Carlton as Captain/

20th century cards by Wills, Mobil and

with the Melbourne Football Club. As

Coach in 1965. These two cards will

Scanlans have proved to be particularly

team captain, Barassi led Melbourne to

feature amongst a lot of 56, including

desirable due to their striking vintage

a premiership win in 1964 after playing

other players such as Darrel Baldock (St.

Enquiries Bethany McGougan Manager & Specialist, Collectables 03 8825 5625 bethany.mcgougan@leonardjoel.com.au

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WAREHOUSE 8 INTERIORS 5 JUNE 2016 AT 12PM

36 A 1960s DANISH IB KOFOD LARSEN SIDEBOARD Rosewood, four doors with fully fitted interior 84h x 244w x 48d $8,000 - 10,000

Melbourne Auction Sunday 5 June 2016 at 12pm Auction Location Leonard Joel 333 Malvern Road, South Yarra

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Viewing

Viewing Location

Wednesday 1 June 9am - 8pm

Warehouse 8 Interiors

Enquiries Anna Grassham

Thursday 2 June 9am - 5pm

290 Malvern Road, Prahran

Specialist, Modern Design

Saturday 4 June 9am - 5pm Sunday 5 June 9.30am - 11.30am

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The diversity collection Leonard Joel is proud to present the Warehouse 8 Interiors Collection, to be auctioned Sunday 5th June 2016.

With an impressive 700 lots, the space houses an extensive collection of antique furniture and objects from the 19th and 20th century. Quality bespoke furniture, and hand selected pieces from around the world find a place in this eclectic warehouse.

As you enter the store, you are immediately struck by the stylish set ups which carry creative themes through the varying rooms. French chandeliers hang from the ceiling, all completely rewired to compliment their full charm. Other areas house exceptional

examples

of

early

20th

century

industrial oak filing cabinets and plan drawers.

There is a wonderful collection of French Jeilde

484 LORNA FENCER NAPURRULA ‘BUSH YAM’ Acrylic on canvas 163 x 125cm $3,000 - 5,000

lamps from early the 1940s through to the 1960s, when they began introducing bold colours, such as yellow, orange and green.

680 A MID CENTURY NAUTICAL SPOTLIGHT ON TRIPOD STAND Copper with original bronze fittings $2,500 - 3,000

What makes this collection so wonderful is the variety of pieces, from the elegant to the quirky, there is something special for everybody; dealer, collector, or first time buyer. It is rare to see such a collection on offer these days, when consumer stores take up so much of this Melbourne district.

Another special feature to this auction is the superb collection of International and Australian Art, especially Indigenous Art which owners Mathew Matheou and Pamela Ashton-Rickardt hold a strong passion for. All artworks come with certificates and provenance, which again proves the professionalism and passion they both hold for the industry.

In this changing and confusing time for retail, it is with great pleasure that Leonard Joel can offer this AFTER HENRI MARTISSE

Portraitcollection before Warehouse 8 relocate extensive lithograph, 30 x 21cm $200 – 400

to Hawthorn. We invite you to peruse through this wonderful space, and perhaps find something special to take away for yourselves to enjoy.

533 A PAIR OF 19th CENTURY FRENCH BERGERES Classical diamond patterned upholstery, Louis XVI style carving 98h x 63w x 60d $2,500 - 3,000

229 AN EXCEPTIONAL MID CENTURY COMPARTMENTAL CHEST WITH LOWER CUPBOARDS 48 drawers, 8 cupboards Oak with original brass fittings 187h x 245w x 43d $ 4,000 - 6,000

Enquiries Anna Grassham

Specialist, Modern Design 03 8825 5637 | 0478 114 611 anna.grassham@leonardjoel.com.au

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JEWELS 6 JUNE 2016 AT 6PM

268 AN IMPRESSIVE SOLITAIRE DIAMOND RING

BY PAUL BRAM The natural fancy yellow oval brilliant cut diamond of 5.02cts, with even colour distribution, four claw set, with diamond detail to each shoulder, mounted in platinum, signed, ring size, I, accompanied by original GIA certificate with matching laser inscription on girdle 5111245725, boxed. $70,000 - 90,000

Melbourne Auction Monday 6 June 2016 at 6pm 333 Malvern Road South Yarra 3141

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Melbourne Viewing Wednesday 1 June 9am-8pm Thursday 2 June 10am-4pm Friday 3 June 10am-4pm Saturday 4 June 10am-5pm Sunday 5 June 10am-5pm

Enquiries John D’Agata National Head of Jewellery & Sydney Office 03 8825 5605 | 0408 355 339 john.dagata@leonardjoel.com.au

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Robert Haigh Manager, Senior Jewellery Specialist 03 8825 5618 | 0439 493 038 robert.haigh@leonardjoel.com.au

Cartier London It was Jacques Cartier who moved to London and opened the present Cartier store in New Bond Street in 1909. By this time the firm had well and truly established its undisputed reputation as a master jeweller. Not long after the New York store was established, the famous phrase began to be coined, ‘Paris, London, New York’. Like his brothers, Jacques was a great traveller and was inspired by his peers and other leading jewellers of the time.

In the early 1900s silver was replaced by platinum which enabled master jewellers to polish back ground for the fine setting of diamonds and other precious gemstones. This new skill, perfected

by Fabergé workshops in Russia, was quickly adopted by Cartier and enhanced their unique and distinctive look of the time. Presented in our 6 June auction, lot 135, from the Andree Elizabeth Shiel collection, is a fine example of this innovation. The beautifully handmade Art Deco diamond and moonstone bracelet was made by the London branch and would have been at the height of modernity and elegance at the time of its manufacture. A rarity on the market today, this is a must have item for collectors and lovers of fine jewellery alike.

John D’Agata National Head of Jewellery & Sydney Office

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FINE ART 7 JUNE 2016 AT 6.30PM

THEA PROCTOR (1879-1966) Souvenirs (The Yellow Glove) c.1927 hand-coloured woodcut, 25 x 18cm $6,000 - 8,000

CHEONG SOO PIENG (Singaporean, 1917-1983) Figure 1969 bronze and mixed media, 102 x 71cm (overall) $50,000 - 70,000

© Courtesy of the artist and Anna Schwartz Gallery

§ SHAUN GLADWELL (born 1972) Utterance 1: Maximus Swept Out To Sea (Wattamolla) 2013 digital print on archival paper, 149 x 149cm $14,000 - 22,000

Melbourne Auction Tuesday 7 June 2016 at 6.30pm 333 Malvern Road South Yarra 3141

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Melbourne Viewing Wednesday 1 June 9am-8pm Thursday 2 June 10am-4pm Friday 3 June 10am-4pm Saturday 4 June 10am-5pm Sunday 5 June 10am-5pm Monday 6 June 10am-4pm Tuesday 7 June 10am-4pm

LAWRENCE DAWS (born 1927) The Cage II oil on board, 89 x 104cm $28,000 - 38,000

Enquiries Sophie Ullin, Head of Art

Olivia Fuller, Art Specialist

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Š Charles Blackman. Licensed by Viscopy Ltd. Australia

CHARLES BLACKMAN Night Flowers c.1964 oil on canvas, 73 x 63cm $30,000 - 40,000

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JEWELS, OBJETS D’A RT & FINE ART Featuring the Collection of John Van der Meulen, Vera Salgo and the collection of a worldly couple 27 JUNE 2016 AT 6PM

EXPANSION OF SYDNEY EXHIBITION ROOMS We are thrilled to announce that our Sydney office has now secured our entire Art Deco building in Queen St, Woollahra.

Robert Williams: “I have long wished for intimate rooms with the capacity for private one on one viewings, spaces for select educational events and specialized viewings. With first floor rooms now secured these dreams become a reality and the development of Leonard Joel Sydney as a hub for our entire Melbourne business begins.”

In the new financial year, Leonard Joel will be expanding its exhibition and event program in Sydney and we invite you to contact Robert Williams if you have an event, exhibition or educational presentation that may be of interest to Leonard Joel.

A LARGE HISPANO PHILIPPINE CARVED WOOD FIGURE OF A SAINT, PROBABLY GOAN 17TH/18TH CENTURY $800 - 1,200

Sydney Auction Monday 27 June 2016 at 6pm Auction & Viewing Location Jewish Women’s Hall 111 Queen St, Woollahra NSW 2025

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Viewing Thursday 23 June 10am-4pm Friday 24 June 10am-4pm Saturday 25 June 10am-4pm Sunday 26 June 10am-4pm Monday 27 June By Appointment

Enquiries John D’Agata National Head of Jewellery & Sydney Office 03 8825 5605 | 0408 355 339 john.dagata@leonardjoel.com.au

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Colonial Collaborations A firm favourite of both the traditional and the new generation of collector, is the campaign chest. Its practicality, clean lines and functional design help to keep this type of furniture an interior design classic. Leonard Joel Sydney will be featuring three such chests in our 27th June auction. Two were consigned by a couple who purchased them when they were working in India in the 1960s and 1970s, while the third is part of the Van der Meulen estate.

These military chests, or campaign chests, are made of teak and break down into two sections. The brass corners and strapwork offer some protection and typify the distinctive ‘campaign look.’

Continuing on the theme of colonial collaborations will be a Hispano Philippine Santos figure, as well as a rare Indo-Dutch colonial standing clerks desk, an ebony side chair and a set of six Regency Anglo

EUROPEAN SCHOOL UNTITLED OIL ON CANVAS $3,000 - 5,000

Indian open armchairs and an Ebony side chair which all come from the excellent selection of Anglo-Indian and Indo-Dutch furniture on offer from the Van der Meulen collection.

Also featured as part of our 27th June auction, will be a capsule collection from the private estate of a well-travelled power couple. Their collection will feature a broad range of items from a fine William IV mahogany breakfront secretaire bookcase, to an iconic pair of Tecno D70 sofa daybeds designed

by Osvaldo Borsani. The collection will also be peppered with European and Australian art, fine rugs and objets d’art.

One of the other highlights of the sale is the Estate of Vera Salgo. From Hungary, Vera was a welltravelled antique lover who amassed her collection over many years of haunting auction houses and scouring dealers’ stores. The offering is mainly decorative arts, but also includes a European art component. Primarily Hungarian in origin, a nod to a family’s heritage, the pieces are an interesting and curious mix of portraits and landscapes and include works by Adolphe Fenyes (Hungarian, 1867-1945), Pal Bohm (Hungarian, 1839-1905) and a striking European School street scene canvas painting.

AN ANGLO INDIAN TEAK SECRETAIRE CAMPAIGN CHEST, LATE 19TH CENTURY $2,200 - 3,200

Enquiries Robert Williams, Specialist Objets D’Art & Single Owner Collections 02 9362 9045 | 0403 142 106 robert.williams@leonardjoel.com.au

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Auction Announcement THE INTERIOR WORLDS OF YUGE & DAVID BROMLEY COLLECTION I 24 JULY 2016 SOUTH YARRA COLLECTION II 31 JULY 2016 DAYLESFORD

COLLECTION I Auction 24 July, South Yarra COLLECTION II Auction 31 July, Daylesford

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COLLECTION I Auction & Viewing Onsite Chapel Street, South Yarra Sunday 24 July 2016

COLLECTION II Auction & Viewing Onsite Daylesford Sunday 31 July 2016

Viewing Wednesday 20 July 10am-8pm Friday 22 July 10am-5pm Saturday 23 July 10am-5pm

Viewing Friday 29 July 10am-5pm Saturday 30 July 10am-5pm

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Enquiries Anna Grassham

Specialist, Modern Design 03 8825 5637 | 0478 114 611 anna.grassham@leonardjoel.com.au

The collaboration between Yuge and David is fluid. Their artistic and decorative lifestyles have created an exciting new stylistic journey, together sourcing items that fascinate and intrigue without following any particular trend. Style is nothing without substance, and Yuge and David’s collections truly are a decorator’s dream. In each of the collections you will find extraordinary antiques, furniture, art and objects.

Stay tuned for this inspiring collection of combined passions, with items that will fascinate you, intrigue you, and some you will simply fall in love with.

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LUXURY 4 JUNE 2016 AT 1PM

95 A HAUT À COURROIES BIRKIN BY HERMES The 50cm bag styled in black leather, with black leather handles and palladium plated hardware, padlock and keys, stamped Q in a square. $12,000 - 14,000

90 A TOOLBOX 20 BY HERMES Styled in lime leather with conforming handles and trim, and palladium metal hardware. $4,000 - 6,000

Melbourne Auction Tuesday 7 June 2016 at 6.30pm 333 Malvern Road South Yarra 3141

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Enquiries

Wednesday 1 June 9am-8pm Thursday 2 June 10am-4pm Friday 3 June 10am-4pm Saturday 4 June 10am-12pm

Amanda Saini, Luxury Assistant 03 8825 5645 amanda.saini@leonardjoel.com.au

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Richard Boland Stand Out Results Despite the budget being handed down on the evening of the 3rd May, buyers were not deterred from attending the auction of The Richard Boland Collection at Leonard Joel.

The collection saw works from various South Australian artists curated as a cohesive whole, alongside other Australian and International works of note.

Amongst the many stand out results in the collection, three of the top ten highest prices ever achieved for works by Kathleen Sauerbier were set on the night, with Quinces, South Coast Farmer and Haystooks, all achieving significant results. Quinces more than doubled its estimate realising $21,960 (IBP).

South Australian female artists were in strong form throughout proceedings. Adding to the record prices was Marie Tuck, whose painting The Proclamation, Glenelg went on to sell for

KATHLEEN SAUERBIER (1903-1991) Quinces 1931 oil on masonite 43 x 52cm

SOLD FOR $21,960 IBP

$21,960 (IBP). The highest price achieved for a work by this artist and well deserved given its historical significance.

However, it was not just the early South Australian women artists who dominated the night. Lot 1 got the sale off to a booming start with Robert Richmond Campbell’s Park Street, Sydney selling well over its estimate achieving $10,980 (IBP) against a $5,000 – 7,000 estimate.

In contrast to the array of early Modernist works, Joseph Ostoja Kotkowski’s op-art works appealed to buyers of a different aesthetic.

Lot 84 was highly contested and accordingly achieved a result of $4,148 (IBP).

Of the select group of international artists featured in the sale,

Edmund Blampied’s,

Horses, lot 98, sold for a staggering $5,612 (IBP), more than four times its estimate.

The second of several single-owner collections to be featured at Leonard Joel in 2016, the sale the interest in unique and curated collections is

JOSEPH STANISLAUS OSTOJA-KOTKOWSKI (1922-1994) Kaleidoscope Abstract 1977-78 reflective tape on board 120 x 120cm

stronger than ever.

SOLD FOR $4,148 IBP

of the Richard Boland Collection proved that

Enquiries Maggie Skelton, Art Specialist 03 8825 5630 maggie.skelton@leonardjoel.com.au

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Consigning

SPORTING MEMORABILIA VALUATION EVENING 1 JUNE 6 - 8PM

1895 VFA PREMIERSHIP FOOTBALL PRESENTED TO FITZROY CAPTAIN TOM BANKS

A MINIATURE 1963 AUSTRALIA VS. ENGLAND CRICKET BAT, SIGNED BY BOTH TEAMS

SOLD FOR $12,200 IBP

SOLD FOR $244 IBP

Collectables Auction Thursday 30 June 2016 at 12pm 333 Malvern Road South Yarra 3141

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Melbourne Viewing

Wednesday 29 June 9am-8pm

Enquiries Bethany McGougan Manager & Specialist, Collectables 03 8825 5625 bethany.mcgougan@leonardjoel.com.au

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Alan Boxer Auction: A resounding success Until a few years ago, Alan Boxer’s extensive and beautiful collection of Aboriginal Art was a hidden secret. On Thursday 19 May the second component of the Alan Boxer collection was introduced into the public realm. Largely unreserved, it was a resounding success with a close to 95% sale rate by value and quantity.

Many buyers turned up to the auction in person which heightened the energy of the room as they didn’t want to miss out on acquiring a piece from this recognised collector.

Many lots sold above estimate, amongst them was Sally Liki Nanii’s Wilpaja 2005 (lot 182) which sold for $3,400 IBP, well above its quote of $1,800. The three highest prices, in ascending order, were set by Ningura Napurrula’s Rockholes, East of Kiwirrkurra 2006 with a result of $3,600 IBP, followed by Rover Thomas’s Meree 1986 (lot 119) which fetched $13,200 IBP and Emily Kame Kngwarreye’s Yam Dreaming (lot 67) outstripped presale expectations, almost tripling its low estimate to sell for $33,600 IBP. The charming sculptures, Hermannsburg pots, and

exuberantly

coloured

woven

baskets

provided a satisfying and interesting balance of texture and character in contrast to the array of paintings on offer. The conclusion of the auction saw the library of art and opera books as well as records go under the hammer, with many a

EMILY KAME KNGWARREYE (CIRCA 1910-1996) Yam Dreaming 1996 acrylic on canvas, 122 x 91cm

box revealing some hidden treasures, rewarding those that invested the time for diligent and

SOLD FOR $34,160 IBP

careful inspection.

Through the cataloguing process of this sale, it was abundantly clear that Alan Boxer had collected each piece with great care and much love. During the viewing we noticed that the collection was met by clients with equal enthusiasm and delight and it was clear by sale end that each lot will be met with the same love and appreciation in their new homes. A fitting conclusion to

the collection of a committed

aesthete.

Enquiries Lucy Foster, Art Specialist 03 8825 5630 lucy.foster@leonardjoel.com.au

SALLY LIKI NANII (BORN c.1930) Wilpaja 2005 acrylic on canvas 164 x 111cm

SOLD FOR $3,416 IBP

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On Thursday 16 June, the third and final disbursement of close to 40 lots will be offered in our Art Salon sale at 11.30am

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Now Consigning

ASIAN ART, CLASSIC FURNITURE & OBJECTS MELBOURNE & SYDNEY

A MONUMENTAL JAPANESE SATSUMA VASE LATE MEIJI PERIOD (1868-1912), CIRCA 1868-69

SOLD FOR $9,700 IBP

Melbourne Enquiries Guy Cairnduff National Head of Classic Furniture & Objects 03 8825 5611 | 0407 828 137 guy.cairnduff@leonardjoel.com.au

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Sydney Enquiries Robert Williams National Head of Single Owner Auctions 02 9362 9045 | 0403 142 106 robert.williams@leonardjoel.com.au

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Focus on Asian Art VALUATION & CONSIGNMENT EVENING Wednesday 13th July 5-8pm Following the success of the May Asian Art, Classic Furniture & Objects auction in Melbourne, Leonard Joel are now seeking fine quality Asian works of art for our October auction. On Wednesday 13th July, Asian art specialists Trevor Fleming, (Japanese works of art) and Carl Wantrup, (Chinese and Southeast Asian works of art) will be conducting appraisals by appointment, with a view to consignment for our next specialist auction.

To book your complimentary appraisal appointment contact: Chiara Curcio Specialist, Classic Furniture & Objects 03 8825 5635 chiara.curcio@leonardjoel.com.au

A CHINESE PAKTONG AND CLOISONNE ENAMELLED TWO TIER PAGODA FORMED BIRDCAGE EARLY 20TH CENTURY

SOLD FOR $1,100 IBP

In the wake of strong results for fine objects and

Expertise in Melbourne & Sydney

antiques across all categories in the first half of 2016, Leonard Joel are delighted to announce a new initiative which will allow our clients to benefit from the expertise of both Leonard Joel’s Melbourne and Sydney offices in the same auction. The October Asian Art, Classic Furniture & Objects auction will be the first held by Leonard Joel to feature dual viewings at both offices: part one of the auction will feature Melbourne-based collections, which will be viewed at our heritage South Yarra premises, while part two will comprise of Sydney collections, to be displayed at our Queen Street, Woollahra premises. The dual viewings will culminate in a centralised auction at our Melbourne salerooms. This new format is designed to benefit vendors and prospective purchasers alike, with the convenience for vendors in both states to have their items displayed locally and the advantage of consignment and marketing events in both states.

BASHOLI SCHOOL, AN INDIAN PAINTING DASHA AVATAR, THE GODS BESEECH VISHNU, 18TH CENTURY

SOLD FOR $3,660 IBP

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CARING FOR YOUR SILVER IDENTIFYING SILVER

alloy. Nitric acid and a small scratching

Silver, like most other members of the

stone board can be purchased to test

precious metal family, has distinguishing

for silver. To conduct the test, scratch a

traits that allow us to segregate it from

small inconspicuous place on the item

the metals of lower material value.

with the stone to leave a sample, the

Besides its luxurious appearance and

nitric acid is then dropped on to the

lustrous finish, an obvious trait of pure

sample to reveal the reaction of the

silver is its malleability. Pure grade silver

acid. If the sample turns a red colour,

is a very soft metal which ususally has

the result is the sample is a minimum of

to be alloyed to other metals such as

925 silver, whereas if the sample turns

copper or nickel to produce functional,

clear or cloudy the verdict is the item is

durable objects. The rule of thumb is

not sterling silver.

the higher the silver content, the softer Please note, one must always take

the metal.

care or wear gloves when conducting It is rare to find an object made from

the test, and never allow your skin to

99.9% silver. Sterling silver is typically

make contact with the acid as it is highly

made from 925 counterparts of silver to

corrosive.

75 parts of another metal. The content of silver varies depending on the

CARING FOR SILVER

country of origin, however occasionally

The best suggestion for prolonging

the silver will be marked with its grade of

the appearance of your silver items is

silver. For example German silver made

making sure you clean it regularly. The

after the 1880s, bares the hallmark

regular use of felt bags and cloths is a

for Germany alongside the mark 800,

great way to keep the appearance of

indicating its purity of silver as 80

your silver luminescent. If you prefer

percent pure silver to 20 percent base

using your silver as opposed to solely

metal.

England, on the other hand,

admiring it, make sure you clean it

has a minimum standard of 925 silver

carefully: being a soft metal it can dent

which can be identified by the rampant

easily, so take care to not use abrasive

lion

materials such as scourers.

hallmark.

However

amateur

Hagertys

collectors beware as some silver plate

silver foam is a great and safe way to

marks mimic silver hallmarks by way of

clean silver, as it leaves a fine protective

‘pseudo’ hallmarks, so it’s always best to

film over the items to allow them to stay

consult a silver hallmarks chart or book

tarnish free for longer.

if unsure.

Finally,

regulating

the

temperature

If an item is not hallmarked and it is

and humidity is important with most

difficult to gauge its malleability, the

antiques but especially with silver, as

use of corrosive acids can assist in

heat, humidity and excessive light can

identifying the content of silver in an

accelerate the tarnishing process.

Enquiries Chiara Curcio Specialist, Classic Furniture & Objects 03 8825 5635 chiara.curcio@leonardjoel.com.au

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AN ART NOUVEAU STERLING SILVER AND SILVER GILT COFFEE POT MOUNTED WITH BAROQUE PEARLS AND JADE MAKER’S MARK TIFFANY & CO, CIRCA 1900

SOLD FOR $15,800 IBP

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Collectables

Saturday 4th June - 1pm

Thursday 9th June 2016 - 12pm

A TOOLBOX 20 BY HERMES $4,000 - 6,000

FRAMED ‘DUCK DODGERS TRIO’ SIGNED ANIMATION CELL SOLD FOR $561 IBP

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Enquiries

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Bethany McGougan, Manager & Specialist, Collectables

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03 8825 5625 | bethany.mcgougan@leonardjoel.com.au

Auction

Consigning

Spanish Provincial

Interiors & Jewellery

Thursday 23rd June 2016 - 10am

2016

A SPANISH PROVINCIAL STYLE DINING TABLE $3,500 - 4,500

VIEW WEDNESDAY, AUCTION THURSDAY

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Enquiries

Ryan Parle, Manager, Interiors & Furniture

Front of House

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