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Setting Benchmarks for Single-Owner Collections artifacts: From the Collection of John Perry

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In January, Webb’s achieved a white glove result for artifacts: From the Collection of John Perry. The auction was an absolute hit, presenting New Zealand folk art, ceramics, fine arts, ethnographica, man-made and natural curiosities, photography and printed matter, amongst other things. All lots sold, and the sale received the highest viewership for a Webb’s auction to date. Many offered items surpassed their high estimates, including a series of paintings by New Zealand artist Dick Lyne. His 1955 work, Mt. Ngauru, which depicts the volcano mid-explosion, reached a price realised of $8,750. This far exceeded its pre-auction high estimate of $2,500. Another painting, Newtown by Selwyn Muru, also attracted fierce bidding attention. It reached $11,704 — crushing its high estimate of $4,000.

Folk art and handcrafted pieces also met strong buyer interest. A large model waka by Alex Coates was an excellent example in this category that sold for $7,315 against a high estimate of $2,000.

John Perry was legendary in the New Zealand art and auction scene. He was well-known for his encyclopaedic knowledge of New Zealand, international art and his charming personality. He was the curator of the Rotorua City Art Gallery, and later the Director of the Rotorua Museum for over a decade in the 1980s and 1990s.

In the early 2000s, a cinema in Helensville became the home of John’s incredible collection of art and objects. John transformed the front of the cinema into Global Village Antiques, a shop filled with exceptional pieces from Aotearoa and other parts of the world. This cinemacum-storehouse has a footprint of over 700 square metres – the equivalent of four tennis courts – and is filled floor to ceiling with a boggling array of items.

With the honour of working closely with John’s family, we are continuing to present more of this magnificent collection at auction through our fortnightly offerings at The Estate. Our bi-weekly online auctions have seen unprecedented traction, now amplified by the ongoing sale of collectables sourced by John. We have delighted in the public response to celebrating John’s legacy and look forward to presenting many more extraordinary items.

Be sure to browse The Estate catalogues to discover more unveiled pieces. Curated displays are available to view upon each catalogue’s release at 31d Normanby Road, Mount Eden, or you can peruse the selection online.

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A Large and Impressive Model Waka Taua by Alex Coates Dick Lyne, Mt. Ngauruhoe, 1955

à la poursuite de la beauté:

The Jack C. Richards Collection of Lalique Glass

At Webb’s, we are seeing the market for decorative arts continue to grow with no signs of slowing down. Our diverse auctions are consistently achieving excellent results. High returns are seen across our department as clients, and both seasoned and emerging collectors look to the secondary market to sell and acquire unique pieces.

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This was particularly evident in the exceptionally successful à la poursuite de la beauté: The Jack C. Richards Collection of Lalique Glass . The single-vendor live sale saw glass works by French Art Nouveau designer René Lalique reach new heights with new records set for individual pieces. The competition for each piece made for an exhilarating auction, with prices for the fine glass escalating to new records. The vase Perruches (Parakeets) exceeded $50,000, against a high estimate of only $12,000. Fever pitch was reached with the sale of Palestre (Palaestra) , a grey-glass mould-blown piece, displaying intricate acid-etched figures standing in classical poses. The vase blitzed the high estimate of $35,000 to reach the unfathomable height of $73,455. à la poursuite de la beauté: The Jack C. Richards Collection of Lalique Glass was a monumental moment in New Zealand auction history that has set a benchmark for the global sale of Lalique glass on the secondary market.

Fervent international interest, from as far as the UK, France, Milan, and Zurich, and sensational figures attest to quality of Lalique presented. At over $1 million, the sale total surpassed its estimated value by 170%. à la poursuite de la beauté: The Jack C. Richards Collection of Lalique Glass now holds the Australasian record for a Lalique collection.

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René Lalique Palestre (Palaestra)

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Introducing mr mod: The Morrison Collection

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In collaboration with mr mod, Webb’s is thrilled the present mr mod: The Morrison Collection. Ross Morrison is a qualified antique restorer, woodcarver, dealer, and owner of mr mod, who is now selling his personal collection after more than 40 years in the industry. Based in Ōtautahi Christchurch, Ross has specialised in the trade of international mid-century design for the last 25 years. Ross is one of the foremost design experts in the country and has exhibited in galleries such as Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū and CoCA. He has built an enviable collection of furniture, antiques, and objets d’art.

Ross’ interest in design began at the time when he learned to walk. His father was a wellregarded cabinet maker and antique dealer. At the age of 13, he purchased the first piece of his collection – an Art Nouveau WMF Jug –beginning an insatiable desire for the best in design. It was at this time that his appreciation for architectural details, form, materiality and function grew.

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left Ross Morrison pictured in his workshop. right Ross carrying a restored chair from the Christchurch Cathedral behind his father, John Morrison, at the beginning of his apprenticeship. c.1979.
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above Fred Womack with Ross’ loaded truck at the Rose Bowl flea market in California. c.1998. below Ross pictured in centre with friends at a flea market in San Francisco. c.1998.

In 1979, his father bought a premises to trade and restore antiques. Ross worked alongside his father for almost a decade before moving abroad. His journey started in Japan, where he bought Japanese antiques. Then headed to Sussex to open a store focused on Japanese antiques. He later moved to Paris and operated a stand at Les Puces de Saint-Quen flea market at Porte de Clignancourt, selling Japanese antiques. Ross honed his eye for exceptional Asian and European design while overseas, gaining lifelong global connections and an increased following for his work back home.

It was not until his father’s passing in the 1990s that Ross’ interest in mid-century design flourished. Sourcing mid-century pieces was against the grain and the market then, but Ross ignored the trends, acquiring what he enjoyed. He bought predominately from America and Denmark. He liked repurposing, extending the life of reasonably accessible pieces that contrasted and complimented the New Zealand vernacular.

Ross believes in always buying things you love rather than following fashion. He encouraged his clients to mix design eras to achieve a true expression of their aesthetic, stating, ‘If you like it, it will fit in your home.’

He is now calling it time, selling his collection across several live auctions. The first is a broad cross-section, curated by both Ross and Webb’s. This is highlighted by his fascination with modernism, including standout pieces from Raymond Loewy’s Barcalounger, Joe Colombo’s pair of LEM chairs, and Charles and Ray Eames’ Second Generation Fibreglass Armshell, alongside many others.

Working with Ross has been a pleasure. Bringing the curated first instalment of such a significant collection to market has been a privilege. We look forward to presenting this auction live on Sunday 28 May.

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Preview Evening

Tuesday 23 May 6pm — 8pm

Viewing Times

Wednesday 24 May 10am — 5pm

Thursday 25 May 10am — 5pm

Friday 26 May 10am — 5pm

Saturday 27 May 10am — 4pm

Viewing on Request

Sunday 28 May 10am — 12pm

Auction

Sunday 28 May 1pm

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Please note: Webb’s has taken every care with attempts to accurately describe and catalogue lots offered in this sale, and all information in this catalogue is up to date at the time of printing. If there are lots you are interested in, we recommend you check the online listing thoroughly for any unforeseen changes made after publication. If you have any questions about the cataloguing information, please reach out to our specialist team and we will be happy to answer any queries for you.

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The Morrison Collection 17

1960s, Denmark. Originally designed in 1949. Also known as the ‘Y’ Chair or model CH24. European beech frame and woven paper cord seat. H735 W470 D430mm

est $1,000 — $2,000

1980s, USA. With tortoiseshell

H450 W510 D510mm

est $600 — $800

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1 A Hans Wegner ‘Wishbone’ Chair for Carl Hansen and Søn 2 A Parsons Side Table by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin laminate finish.
The Morrison Collection 19 3 A Surrealist Gilded Metal Chair in the Style of Salvador DalÍ est $500 — $1,000 1950s, Italy.
by Palladio. A gilded metal frame with a green velvet seat. H810 W430 D410mm
Made

An Ettore Sottsass ‘Valigia’ Table Lamp for

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Stilnovo 5
The Morrison Collection 21 est
$1,000 $1,500 1977, Italy. Metal body with plastic feet. The Valigia remains an icon in the vast repertoire of design by Ettore Sottsass. Maker’s mark raised to one side. H380 W350 D230mm

1970s, Italy. Coloured aluminium pendant light. L230 D125 D70mm, cord L1820mm

est $500 — $800

1970s, Italy. Made from aluminium, rubber, and plastic. H225 W120

est $500 — $800

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4 A Postmodern ‘Sintesi’ Pendant Light by Ernesto Gismondi for Artemide 6 A Postmodern ‘Sintesi’ Lamp by Ernesto Gismondi for Artemide D210mm

1950s, Italy. A fruitwood serving trolley/ bar cart. Features two removable glass trays. H800 W610 D530mm

est $1,500 — $2,500

USA. Book-matched veneer, with brass detailing to the drawer pulls. Maker’s mark to inside drawer. H755 W1620 D485mm

est $1,500 — $2,500

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7 A Bar Cart by Cesare Lacca for Cassina 8 A Lane Burr Ash and Maple Chest of Drawers

9 A Milo Baughman Bar Cart

A 1970s American modern rolling bar cart by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA. Made from book-matched burr ash veneer. Frame is of chrome flat bar construction. Label to underside of pull-out. H785 W915 D460mm

est $2,000 — $3,000

10 AFTER

PABLO PICASSO Maquette for the Chicago Sculpture

Produced after 1967 when the 50-foot-tall, 162 tonne sculpture was unveiled in Chicago. Made from metal with black coating. Likely an early study created by the American Bridge Company as they developed the engineering for the famous Richard J. Daley Centre sculpture, commonly referred to by Chicagoans as ‘The Picasso’. A slightly smaller maquette resides in permanent collection of the Art Institute of Chicago. H175 W115 D85mm

est $800 — $1,200

11 A Trio of French Plaster Cast Features

Comprising an ear, a nose, and a mouth. Ear H270 W200 D50mm, nose H195 W125 D90mm, mouth H140 W175 D40mm

est $200 — $300

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1970. Round wall clock with minimalist monochrome face and a white metal lacquered case. Included in MoMA, New York, USA. With manufacturer’s labels

est $300 — $600

1950s,

est $1,000 — $1,500

1960s,

est $2,000 —

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12 A Howard Millar ‘Museum Wall Clock’ by Nathan George Horwitt affixed to the back. H325 D60mm 13 An Illum Wikkelsø Rocking Chair for Niels Eilersen Denmark. Model NR. 3. Made from European beech with a white lacquer. H915 W570 D720mm 14 An Early Pair of Eero Saarinen Armchairs for Knoll New York, USA. A pair of executive armchairs with original grey vinyl upholstery, on chromed steel legs. H800 W655 D600mm $3,000

1960s, Padua, Italy. The frame made from laminated rosewood with original moulded black vinyl upholstery. H810 W710 D450mm

est $1,200 — $1,800

2000s.

H600 W600 D600mm

est $500 — $900

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15 A Gull-Wing Armchair by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima 16 A Johnny Sorensen 8000 Series Side Table Manufactured by Magnus Olesen, Denmark. Made from European beech with a white laminate top.

17 A Limited Edition Picasso Rug

1998. Gavilla de Fabulas Sin Armon. 90/100. Produced by DESSO. Made from wool. 990 x 910mm

est $1,000 — $2,000

18 A Johnny Sorensen 8000 Series Side Table

2000s.

D600mm

est $500 — $900

19 An Ernst Plischke Light

1950s, New Zealand. Made from spun aluminium and featuring hand-cut piercings. Designed by Austrian-born architect Ernst Plischke for the interior of St Martin’s Presbyterian Church in Christchurch. H380 W305 D305mm

est $1,500 — $2,500

20 An Italian Double-Sided Rosewood Sideboard

1960s. Made from rosewood with exposed mortise and tenon joints. With two sliding doors to each side, and adjustable fitted interior including a drawer cabinet and internal shelving.

H800 W2210 D550mm

est $3,500 — $5,500

21 An Ernst Plischke Light

1950s, New Zealand. Made from spun aluminium and featuring hand-cut piercings. Designed by Austrian-born architect Ernst Plischke for the interior of St Martin’s Presbyterian Church in Christchurch. H380 W305 D305mm

est $1,500 — $2,500

22 An Early 20th Century Dutch Seagrass Armchair

Oak frame with black ebony inlay. The seat made from woven sea grass. Influenced by H. P. Berlage, the founder of the Amsterdam School movement.

H1125 W590 D670mm

est $800 — $1,600

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Manufactured by Magnus Olesen, Denmark. Made from European beech with a white laminate top. H600 W600

A Chest of Drawers from Actor James Coburn’s House

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$8,000

provenance

Formerly belonging to American actor James Coburn. The chest of drawers is visible in the two images of Coburn’s Hollywood home. In the 1960s, artist and interior design Tony Duquette furnished Coburn’s Spanish colonial revival house. Later restorations were carried out in Duquette’s LA workshop, including the marble top and edging. In 2014, furnishings

est
$6,000
C. 1810, Spain. Spanish Empire mahogany chest with carved vine leaves up each corner, the leaves are polychrome and gilded. The chest is supported by two mythological polychrome and gilded dragons. H900 W1230 D620mm
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from Coburn’s were auctioned off with the estate of Duquette’s sister.

24 An Aesthetic Movement Anglo-Japanese Armchair

C. 1880, England. Made with a walnut and woven rush seat. Heavily influenced by E. W. Godwin. H1000 W645 D540mm

est $1,500 — $2,500

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Late 19th century. After a Roman bust from the Hadrian era (AD 117-138) held in the National Archaeological Museum, Athens. H620 W460 D280mm

est $1,800 — $2,500

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An Antique Italian Marble Bust of Antinous

With a painting of two lovers in a boat drawn by swans with Cupid on the rail. 1623 x 775mm

est $1,500 — $2,500

1930s, France. Made from terracotta and mounted on a wood base. Signed to the back of one shoulder. H560 W285 D275mm

est $1,500 — $2,500

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26 A Late 19th Century French Directoire Period Trumeau Mirror 27 A French Art Deco Bust of Aviator Jean Mermoz by Lucien Gibert

28 An Eames Second Generation

Fibreglass Armshell

USA. Designed by Charles and Ray Eames. This second generation (1954-1955) was made at the Zenith Factory in Gardena, California, and also at the Eames Office in Santa Monica. Featuring straight edge (rope edge removed) large shock mounts. H800 W635 D500mm

est $1,000 — $1,500

29 A Charles and Ray Eames ‘RAR’ Rocking Chair

1950s, USA. Rope-edge rocking chair (ankle breaker) with a pale lemon shell seat. With metal legs and wooden rocker rails. Made by Zenith Plastics for Herman Miller. H712 W632 D420mm

est $1,500 — $2,500

30 An Eames Second Generation

Fibreglass Armshell

USA. Designed by Charles and Ray Eames. This second generation (1954-1955) was made at the Zenith Factory in Gardena, California, and also at the Eames Office in Santa Monica. Featuring straight edge (rope edge removed) large shock mounts. In the shade ‘parchment’. H800 W635 D500mm

est $1,000 — $1,500

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31 A Pair of American Lucite Armchairs by Jeff Messerschmidt

Lucite and chrome frames with original cream upholstery. Signed to frame. Messerschmidt is an American artist and furniture designer known for his pioneering use of acrylic and Lucite. Jeff Messerschmidt made Lucite his signature medium, changing it from kitsch to cool. During this time he pioneered techniques for bending and binding Lucite piping in attractive, lightbut-stable forms. H810 W565 D580mm

est $1,500 — $2,500

32 A Pair of 1950s Italian Lounge Chairs

With original red boucle fabric and brass legs. H850 W770 D730mm

est $2,000 — $3,000

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A Pair of Joe Colombo LEM Chairs

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est
$4,000
$6,000
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1970s, Padova, Italy. Made by Bieffeplast. These LEM (Lunar Excursion Module) chairs are made with white powder coated steel frames and white leather upholstery. H840 W820 D830mm

34 A Curtis Jeré Maple Leaf Sculpture

1981. By Californian sculptors Curtis Freiler and Jerry Fels under the compound nom-deplume Curtis Jeré. American modern wall sculpture made from copper and brass. Signed and dated. L1270 W550 D180mm est $600 — $800

35 An American Modern Sunburst Wall Sculpture

1960s, USA. Metal painted black with shades of gold. 710 x 680mm est $400 — $600

36 An American 1960s Sunburst Wall Sculpture

American modern steel and copper wall sculpture of a sunburst with seascape, birds, sails, and waves. Signed RK. H645 W1295mm

est $800 — $1,000

37 A Mario Bellini ThreeSeater Sofa for Cassina

1970s, Italy. Black leather with tan piping. Model DUC405. H770 W2380 D820mm

est $3,500 — $5,000

38 A Zaha Hadid ‘Hope’ Rug for Arzu Rugs

2013. A black wool ground with delicate cream geometric patterning. Initialled ‘ZH’ to the corner. With short fringe ends. Zaha Hadid designed this piece for Arzu Rugs as part of their ‘Hope by Designers’ collection. Handwoven by Arzu women weavers in Afghanistan. H3125 W930mm

est $6,000 — $8,000

39 A Mario Bellini TwoSeater Sofa for Cassina

1970s, Italy. Black leather with tan piping. Model DUC405. H770 W1580 D820mm

est $3,000 — $4,000

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40 A Tony de Lautour Ceramic Lion Pipe

A cast form of a male lion. With black glaze body and white glaze mane and bowl piece. With impressed ‘TDL’ to the lion’s stomach. H120 W120 D65mm

est $450 — $650

41 Two Ceramic Figures by Ross and Eileen Curtis

1960s, California, USA. Moulded with terracotta. Each depicting a female form, one reclining and one a torso. Each hand-painted in red and black. One with impressed maker’s mark, the other with incised mark. The torso with repairs to form. Torso H160 W80 D62mm, reclining figure H175 W200 D70mm

est $300 — $600

42 A Tony de Lautour Ceramic Money Box

A sculpted cubic form with details of snakes and a kiwi. With a brown glaze and green detail glaze. H140 W185 D130mm

est $450 — $650

43 A Set of Eight French Animal Knife Rests

C. 1900, France. Cast from metal. Depicting a bull, two foxes, a squirrel, a bear, a ram, a dog, and a goat. H135 W30 D90mm

est $200 — $400

44 A Pair of English Arts and Crafts Brass Candlesticks by May and Padmore

Birmingham. Patent 9050. H185 D94mm

est $300 — $600

45 A Danish Art Deco Pewter Bowl by Just Andersen

C. 1920s/1930s. A fluted form with a fretwork base of vines. With manufacturer’s mark to the base. H140 W300 D203mm

est $300 — $600

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46 A White ‘Megaron’ Floor Lamp by Gianfranco Frattini for Artemide

1970s, Italy. Tower form with upward directional lighting. H1810 D300mm est $800 — $1,200

47 An Italian 1970s CactusForm Floor Lamp

Made from steel, with three articulated arms. H1900 est $800 — $1,200

48 A Black ‘Megaron’ Floor Lamp by Gianfranco Frattini for Artemide

1970s, Italy. Tower form with upward directional lighting. H1820 D300mm est $800 — $1,200

49 A Percival Lafer Model MP97 Armchair and Ottoman for Lafer S.A.

1970s, Brazil. Rosewood frames with tan leather upholstery. Chair H890 W710 D800mm, ottoman H400 W565 D600mm est $2,000 — $3,000

50 A Pair of 1970s Italian Leather Lounge Chairs

Tufted tan leather upholstery with wooden toggles. H750 W1030 D930mm

est $2,500 — $4,500

51 A Percival Lafer Model MP97 Three-Seater Sofa for Lafer S.A.

1970s, Brazil. Rosewood frame with tan leather upholstery. H900 W2040 D940mm

est $4,000 — $6,000

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52 A Large Aluminium Ashtray by Ljungberg and Backstrom for Ultima Sweden

1970s. Cast from aluminium. Maker’s label affixed to underside. H40 W300 D300mm

est $400 — $600

53 A Bang & Olufsen Beogram 3000 Rosewood Base Turntable

Early 1970s, Denmark. Designed by Jacob Jensen. In working order. H107 W450 D330mm

est $800 — $1,600

54 A Medium Aluminium Ashtray by Ljungberg and Backstrom for Pascha Sweden

1970s. Cast from aluminium, with removable lid. Impressed maker’s mark to underside. H55 W150 D150mm

est $200 — $300

55 A 1950s De Ster Gelderland Chair

1950s, Netherlands. Fruitwood with rush seat lounge chair by De Ster Gelderland. H958 W590 D660mm

est $800 — $1,200

56 A 1950s American Vinyl Cowboy Chair

1950s cowboy lounge chair made from ash with its original vinyl upholstery depicting a longhorn cow. Made by A. Brandt Co, Fortworth, Texas, USA. H800 W700 D760mm

est $800 — $1,200

57 A Leather Safari Chair

1950s. Mahogany and leather safari chair with swivel backrest. H790 W600 D590mm

est $1,000 — $2,000

provenance

Originally belonging to Christchurch architect Sir Miles Warren of Warren and Mahoney Architects. Was used in Sir Miles’ apartment at the Dorset Street flats and later at the Warren and Mahoney office, Cambridge Terrace, Christchurch.

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58 An English Regency Giltwood Convex Mirror

C. 1820. Foliate decorations support the candle holders. The convex mirror plate is framed by gilded spherical balls. Original glass. H610 W610mm

est $1,200 — $1,600

59 A 19th Century English Renaissance Revival Oak Mirror

The scrolled fretwork panels were originally backed with fabric. 870 x 700mm

est $700 — $1,200

60 A Rare 19th Century Irish Oval Mirror

Silver gilt and ebonised mirror with hand-cut Waterford crystals. One missing. 570 x 470mm

est $600 — $800

61 A 1930s Upsala Ekeby Mermaid Bowl

Sweden. With pale green glaze. Raised on four decorated feet. H90 D324mm

est $300 — $600

62 A Dutch Moulded Amethyst Glass Bowl

1920s. Cast glass form with art deco relief. H105 W375 D375mm

est $300 — $400

63 A Wilhelm Kage Red Ceramic Plate with Silver Inlay

Argenta series for Gustavsberg, Sweden. Made from porcelain with red glaze, with an inlaid silver fish design. H50 D217mm

est $200 — $400

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64 A French Charles X BarrelBack Walnut Armchair

A walnut frame featuring bronze lion feet. Upholstered with gold silk fabric with floral design. H1080 W695 D650mm

est $2,000 — $3,000

65 A Set of Six French Directoire Period Dining Chairs

Late 18th century. With original painted finish. Back fretwork depicting stylised ostrich feathers. H860 W420 D380mm

est $2,000 — $3,000

66 A Dutch Louis XVI Rosewood Marquetry Inlaid Armchair

Front rail in elm carved with swagged drapery and ribbons. Upholstered in a rich red velvet. H895 W574 D490mm

est $1,000 — $2,000

67 A Pair of Murano Glass Wall Sconces by Fratelli Toso

1950s, Venice, Italy. Clear glass with blue and yellow. H300 W280 D95mm

est $1,500 — $2,500

68 A 1930s Italian Zodiac Glass Pendant Ceiling Light

After a design by Gio Ponti. A glass shade with etched zodiac depictions. With brass fittings. H285 D600mm

est $800 — $1,600

69 A Pair of Murano Glass Wall Sconces by Fratelli Toso

1950s, Venice, Italy. With multicolour glass stripes. H300 W280 D95mm

est $1,500 — $2,500

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70 A Bird’s-Eye Maple and Brass Two-Door Sideboard

1970s, Italy. With a central shelf inside. In the style of Willy Rizzo. H750 W1140 D450mm

est $1,800 — $2,500

71 A Pair of Campaign-Style Chests by Dyrlund Furniture

Denmark. Made from teak with brass recessed loop handles. H750 W840 D500mm each

est $1,500 — $2,500

72 A Bird’s-Eye Maple and Brass Two-Door Sideboard

1970s, Italy. Four stacked drawers. In the style of Willy Rizzo. H750 W1140 D450mm

est $1,800 — $2,500

73 An Eames EA108 Chair by ICF of Italy

Original upholstery with chromed steel swivel base on rolling castors. Maker’s mark to frame. H855 W555 D530mm

est $800 — $1,200

74 A George Nelson Model 4658 Desk for Herman Miller

1946, USA. Designed in 1946 for Herman Miller. Made from maple with Primavera veneer, leather, steel, and aluminium. With perforated aluminium file drawer. The desk features a flip-top compartment concealing three shelves, two sliding doors concealing additional shelves and storage. H1035 W1372 D711mm

est $5,000 — $8,000

75 An Eames EA108 Chair by ICF of Italy

Original upholstery with chromed steel swivel base on rolling castors. Maker’s mark to frame. H855 W555 D530mm

est $800 — $1,200

42 mr mod 70 71 72 74 73 75
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76
An Impressive Painting of Jesus on The Cross
est $4,000 — $8,000
19th century, Italy. Signed to lower left. With the original gilt and oak frame. In vintage condition with visible age and wear. 3490 x 2555mm provenance Sourced from Dunedin.

George Nelson

George Nelson was an influential American mid-century industrial designer, and a proponent of a minimalist aesthetic. His work is set apart from his contemporaries by combining form and function in a playful and sculptural manner, incorporating innovative and unconventional materials. His impact transformed how furniture and interiors were perceived in the mid-twentieth century, and was felt across various mediums, including furniture, architecture, and graphics.

The Marshmallow Sofa and Coconut Chair were among his most famous designs, developed during his time as Design Director for Herman Miller. These works are characterised by using organic forms, reflecting his inspiration from nature.

Nelson’s experimentation with materials pushed the boundaries of design. In the 1950s, he innovatively used moulded plastic and fibreglass to create furniture. Designs such as the DAF chair were often statements of vibrant block colour with uninterrupted strong lines. Parallel to this, he often combined different woods and metals to create striking contrasts and harmonies.

His career is marked by his willingness to experiment with materials, leading to the creation of designs that continue to influence contemporary concepts and aesthetics.

44 mr mod
The Morrison Collection 45 Lot 249 $2,500 — $3,500
Lot 74 $4,000 — $8,000

77 A Large Painting of Jesus and His Disciples by Raimund Germela

1936, Hungary. With areas of wear and damage to the canvas. Paint flaking off in some areas. Signed to lower left ‘R. Germela 1936’. Frame 1570 x 3620mm

est $3,000 — $6,000

78 A Large Hungarian Madonna Painting

Akos Szabo (Hungarian, born 1936). Madonna and the church, oil on board, signed lower right. With original frame also by Szabo. 1770 x 1370mm

est $3,000 — $4,000

46 mr mod

79 A Pair of Brass Candle Holders by Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmith

1950s, USA. With flared dishes, each on three feet. H150 D160mm est $500 — $800

80 An ‘Estro’ Sauce Boat and Server by Lino Sabattini for Sabattini

Italy. Originally designed in 1976. This is a 1996 re-edition. Silverplated. H70 W230 D120mm est $300 — $600

81 A Brass Serving Dish by Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmiths

1950s, USA. Manufactured by Dorlyn Silversmiths. Made from brass with ebonised wooden handle. H190 W410 D260mm est $500 — $800

82 A Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts/Renaissance Revival Oak and Ash Table

From UCLA Berkely University, California, USA. H775 W3050 D1040mm est $3,000 — $6,000

83 A Vintage Tiki Electric Kettle by Christensen, Christchurch

Made from cast aluminium. Featuring tiki handle supports and raised on three brass tiki feet. The interior with British Empire Exhibition medallion (1924). Wood handle, marked to the base ‘PAT 56013 960 WATTS 230 VOLTS PINTS’. H220 W300 D170mm

est $250 — $350

84 A Pair of Louis XVI Style Painted Plinths

Made from wood. Originally from a set of four depicting the seasons. This pair comprising summer and autumn. H385 W430 D300mm est $600 — $800

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85

Blown glass. Made from transparent glass with green and blue swirl design. Unsigned, with pontil mark to the base underside. H160 D238mm

est $1,000 — $1,500

86

Made from terracotta with hand-painted designs. Signature to base. SanZeno was a company with the objective to train young women in the ceramic arts. Majority of their work was influenced by the 14th and 15th century style of Pisa Pottery. H45 D430mm

est $400 — $600

87

La Scala, Italy. Made from terracotta with green glaze and featuring a hand-painted head to the centre. Signed to base. H60 D340mm

est $150 — $300

48 mr mod
An Early Ann Robinson Glass Bowl A Large 1930s Italian Ceramic Plate by San Zeno A Fiamma Ceramic Plate

88 An Italian Ceramic Umbrella Stand

1960s. With raised relief of flowers, birds, and figures. H740 D345mm

est $1,000 — $2,000

90 A Large Pottery Urn by Paul Laird

Nelson. With Greek-style patterns of chariots and warriors. Topped with gilded Egyptian cats. H960 W390 D235mm

est $600 — $900

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Rooke Pottery Floor Lamp 89 est $3,000
$4,000 50 mr mod
A Bernard

C. 1965, Forest Hill, South London, England. A monumental totem floor lamp by British mid-century master potter Bernard Rooke (b. 1938). Impressed artist monogram to base. H1160 W290mm

provenance

Purchased from the personal estate collection of the late Simon Manchester, subsequently housed in the Quartz Museum of Studio Pottery.

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91 A German Anatomical Chart

Showing the human skeleton with ligamentous apparatus. By Deutsches HygieneMuseum, Dresden. 1910 x 890mm

est $300 — $500

92 A George Hugh de Groat ‘Competition’ Etching

1969, France. George Hugh de Groat (19171995) was a French artist. Print on paper. Artist’s proof. Framed behind glass. 530 x 425mm

est $300 — $600

93 A German Anatomical Chart

Showing the heart and blood vessels. By Deutsches Hygiene-Museum, Dresden. 1910 x 890mm

est $300 — $500

52 mr mod

1960s, Italy. Five-tiered Murano glass tube chandelier attributed to Venini. A mixture of clear and amber glass tubes supported by metal frame. Dia1000mm

est

$4,000 — $8,000

1960s, Italy. Five-tiered Murano glass tube chandelier attributed to Venini. A mixture of clear and amber glass tubes supported by metal frame. Dia1000mm

est $4,000 — $8,000

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94 A Large Venini Chandelier 96 A Large Venini Chandelier
A Rare 1950s Italian Ceiling Light Attributed to Angelo Lelii 95 54 mr mod
est
$3,000 — $4,000
The Morrison Collection 55
A brass frame with enamel caps and decorative leaves. With six double arms. Rewired. H1080 W860 D860mm

97 A Vintage Plaster Advertising Head for Stadium Motorcycle Helmets

A model for advertising helmets for the sportswear brand Stadium. Depicting a male bust with original paint and the branding text for Stadium. H370 W290 D220mm

est $400 — $600

98 A Chrome ‘Pistillo’ Ceiling/ Wall Light by Studio Tetrarch for Valenti Luce

1970s, Italy. This is an early version made from chromed steel. H310 D630mm

est $1,800 — $2,500

99 An American Vintage Skull Bowling Ball

1970s, USA. Made by Ebonite. With impressed maker’s marks. With ring stand. Bowling ball Dia210mm

est $300 — $600

100 An Eames LCM

1953, Michigan, USA. Made from black ash. LCM stamp to underside of seat. With socket feet. H680 W560 D680

est $1,500 — $2,500

101 A Rare Pair of Alvar Aalto Model 21 Armchairs

1930s, Sweden. Made with a birchwood frames, the chairs still retains their original webbing. Maker’s mark to base. H805 W635 D570mm

est $2,000 — $3,000

102 An Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair and Ottoman

Late 1950s Arne Jacobson first edition egg chair and ottoman in black leather. Imported into New Zealand in 1960 by Danish/New Zealand architect Holger HenningHansen of Christchurch architectural firm Minson, Henning-Hansen, and Dines. Original condition. Chair H1080 W800 D550mm, ottoman H380 W500 D390mm

est $6,000 — $12,000

56 mr mod 97 98 99 101 100
102 est $6,000
$12,000 The Morrison Collection 57
An Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair and Ottoman

103 A Rare 1970s Lamp by Etienne Fermigier for Monix

France. Aluminium and plexiglass lamp. H550 W640 D310mm

est $1,500 — $2,500

104 An American Modern Tower Lamp by Modeline of California

Early 1970s, USA. Made with a smoked Lucite and chrome frame. Rewired. H915 W240 D240mm

est $600 — $800

105 A 1970s Cork and Glass Globe Lamp

USA. Cylindrical cork base supporting the opaque glass globe. H860 D370mm

est $500 — $800

106 A Yellow Vinyl Chair and Footstool by Gigi Radice for Minotti

1960s, Torino, Italy. Original retailer’s label attached for ‘Casa del Sofa’. Chair H1080 W480 D700mm, footstool H440 W525 D500mm

est $1,800 — $2,500

107 A Vittorio ‘Proposals’ P60 Lounge Chair and Ottoman for Saporiti

1970s, Italy. Black leather. Original label attached. Chair H790 W820 D780mm, ottoman H330 W755 D600mm

est $2,000 — $3,000

108 A Carlo Mollino ‘Ardea CM’ Lounge Chair for Zanotta

Italy. Originally designed in 1944, this piece dates from 1994 when it was reissued by Zanotta. Black lacquered European beech base with original yellow upholstery. H1130 W770 D850mm

est $4,000 — $6,000

58 mr mod 103 104 105 107 108 106

109 A Pair of 1960s American Ceramic Lamps

A ceramic body with a charcoal glaze and white floral transfer motif. H640 W155 D155mm

est $600 — $800

110 A Pair of American Harlequin Pixie Lamps

C. 1951, USA. Reglor of California. H860 W250 D220mm

est $1,200 — $1,800

111 A Pair of Fog and Mørup Ceramic Lamps by Royal Copenhagen

Denmark. With a blue pinecone transfer design. Rewired. H485 W130D130mm

est $600 — $800

112 A Raymond Loewy Desk for Brunswick Furniture

Late 1950s, USA. Made with an aluminium frame and a walnut top. Floating drawers to each side. With decorative panel to the reverse side. H750 W1675 D915mm

est $2,500 — $3,500

113 A Pair of Afra and Tobia Scarpa ‘Mix’ Office Chairs for Molten

1970s, Italy. Black leather swivel office chairs on a five-star base. H800 W710 D505mm

est $1,500 — $2,500

114 An Italian Architect’s Table

An 1980s Italian designed adjustable architect’s table. Top made from satinwood veneer, sitting on an adjustable trestle base made from European beech. In the style of Achille Castiglioni. H865 W1550 D755mm

est $1,000 — $2,000

The Morrison Collection 59 109 110 111 113 114 112
115 est $3,500
60 mr mod
A William and Mary Oyster Veneer Chest
— $6,500

C. 1690, England. A late 17th century English William and Mary Laburnum oyster veneered chest of drawers of small proportions. Top drawer when pulled out reveals a secret drawer. The oyster veneer covers all four sides. Later brass handles. H650 W845 D440mm

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116 An 18th Century French Directoire Painted Decorative Door

With carved floral details and two griffins near the base. Some wear to the paint consistent with age and use. 2150 x 820mm

est $800 — $1,000

117 A Regency Rosewood Tilt-Top Dining Table

C. 1820, England. With a rope-carved edge to the table top. Featuring brass castor wheels. H730 D1190mm

est $1,000 — $1,500

118 A Rare 1920s Japanese Kendo Mask

Made from cane and leather, with metal stand. The cane is in good vintage condition with a beautiful patina to the leather. Kendo is a Japanese martial art descending from swordsmanship that uses bamboo swords and protective clothing and masks. On stand H525 W310mm

est $800 — $1,200

119 An Antique Tea Cannister Lamp

In good vintage condition with wear and patina consistent with age and use. H800 D445mm

est $300 — $600

120 A Rare 1920s Japanese Kendo Mask

Made from cane and leather, with metal stand. The cane is in good vintage condition with a beautiful patina to the leather. Kendo is a Japanese martial art descending from swordsmanship that uses bamboo swords and protective clothing and masks. On stand H525 W310mm

est $800 — $1,200

62 mr mod 116 117 119 120 118

121 A Large 1970s Burr Ash and Chrome Side Table

Attributed to Milo Baughman for Directional Furniture USA. Made with a chromed steel base and features a burr ash top. H500 W770 D770mm

est $1,200 — $1,500

122 A 1950s Otto Gerdau Chromed Metal Chair

With cream woven seat. In the style of Gio Ponti’s Superleggera chair. H815 W398 D360mm

est $500 — $800

123 A Large 1970s Burr Ash and Chrome Side Table

Attributed to Milo Baughman for Directional Furniture USA. Made with a chromed steel base and features a burr ash top. H500 W770 D770mm

est $1,200 — $1,500

124 A Framed Engraving of Arcus Gallieni

Framed behind glass. Frame 825 x 945mm, print 485 x 620mm

est $500 — $800

125 A Belvedere Torso Drawing

Framed behind glass. Frame 785 x 625mm, print 570 x 425mm

est $400 — $800

126 A Framed Engraving of Arcus Portugallay

Framed behind glass. Frame 825 x 945mm, print 485 x 620mm

est $500 — $800

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Milo Baughman

A focus on functionality, simplicity, and clean lines marked Milo Baughman’s approach to design. The American designer believed that furniture should not only be visually pleasing, but also practical and accessible. Baughman’s designs were characterised by their modular and adaptable nature, allowing them to be rearranged and combined to suit a range of spaces and needs.

He worked with chrome, glass, burlwood and leather and was renowned for his attention to detail and commitment to quality. His designs were not just functional objects but works of art in their own right.

Baughman’s impact on furniture design was significant, helping to define trends of the 1970s. His contributions have received numerous awards and honours, including induction into the Furniture Hall of Fame in 1987. Prestigious institutions such as the Museum of Modern Art in New York have exhibited his work.

His innovative approach to form, function, and versatility was ahead of its time, and his modular designs remain popular with collectors and enthusiasts worldwide.

64 mr mod
Lot 146 $2,000 — $5,000
The Morrison Collection 65 Lot 266 $1,800 — $2,500 Lot 9 $2,000 — $3,000 Lot 129 $2,500 — $5,000 Lot 2 $600 — $800 Lot 199 $2,000 — $3,000

Italy. Tan leather. With adjustable arm and headrests. H880 (fully extended) W2020 D880mm

est $2,500 — $4,500

1980s. Made with steel frames and black leather upholstery. Featuring adjustable backrest and armrests. H900 W1150 D830mm

est $3,000 — $4,000

USA. With a flat bar polished chrome case frame. Original blue velvet upholstery showing areas of fading, adding to the overall Hollywood Regency aesthetic of the piece. H680 W2135 D870mm

est $2,500 — $5,000

66 mr mod
127 A Paolo Piva ‘Alanda’ Sofa for B+B Italia 128 A Pair of Paolo Piva ‘Alanda’ Chairs 129 A Milo Baughman Three-Seater Sofa for Selig of Monroe

Early 1960s, Italy. Cantù, Lombardi, was the centre of the world for furniture making in Italy up until the 1990s. This beautifully-executed piece shows all the skills and craftsmanship from this area, from the rosewood parquetry patterns, the carved and gilded central cabinet front, to the hand-crafted brass locks and keys. H1395 W1890 D455mm

est $4,000 — $6,000

Early 1960s, Italy. Cantù, Lombardi, was the centre of the world for furniture making in Italy up until the 1990s. This beautifully-executed piece shows all the skills and craftsmanship from this area, from the rosewood parquetry patterns, the carved and gilded drawer fronts, the hand-crafted brass locks and keys, down to the mirrored glass and etching. With functioning lights inset to the mirror. Cabinet measures (excludes mirror) H1065 W2990 D510mm, mirror H1085 W2500mm

est $6,000 — $8,000

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130 An Impressive Grand Bar Unit by La Permanente Mobile Cantù 132 An Impressive Grand Credenza by La Permanente Mobile Cantù

A Pair of Ico Parisi Green Velvet Chairs for Ariberto Colombo

131 68 mr mod

$3,500 — $6,500

est
The Morrison Collection 69
1950s, Italy. With walnut legs and reupholstered in a lux velvet olive of the Zepel range, from James Dunlop Textiles. H875 W765 D815mm

133 A Fireside Chair by Felix Stockli

1950s, Switzerland. Black lacquered frame with cowhide seat. H850 W380 D340mm

est $500 — $800

134 A Black Biomorphic Coffee Table with Gold Base

1950s American modern biomorphic shaped coffee table. Black lacquered top with gold painted legs. After a design by Gilbert Rhode. H348 W1390 D950mm

est $1,000 — $2,000

135 A Sideboard by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

1950s, USA. Manufactured by Widdicomb Furniture. Made from walnut and coloured with black lacquer. Featuring brace handles. The central cabinet has two internal drawers, and the flanking cabinets feature a shelf. H655 W1750 D440mm

est $3,000 — $4,000

136 A Pair of Tall Glass Bottles

1970s, Murano, Italy. Made from red glass. H450 D95mm

est $400 — $600

137 A Large American Art Glass Vase by Nancy Becker

1980s. Blown using amber glass with polychrome overlaid coloured glass in abstract pattern. Etched signature to the base underside. H265 W280 D265mm

est $600 — $800

138 A Pair of Blue Glass Vases by Jacob Bang for Kastrup Holmegaard

1960s, Denmark. Each with impressed glass rondel with initials JB. H215 W115 D115mm

est $400 — $600

70 mr mod 133 134 135 137 138 136

Late 19th century. Carved with Corinthian capitals, lions’ heads, and panels with cherubs and foliage. Middle column slides to reveal the lock. H1990 W1410 D725mm

est $2,500 — $4,500

The top frieze inlaid with a zig-zag pattern inlay of Kingwood. The main door is inlaid with a beautiful marquetry panel surrounded by boxwood inlay and gilt mounted bronze edging. Original glass doors. Has the British Antique Dealers’ Association gold seal. H1130 W1335 D400mm

est $2,000 — $4,000

provenance

This piece was the first antique bought by Ross’ parents, Jan and John Morrison.

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139 A Swedish Baroque Revival Carved Oak and Ebonised Court Cupboard 140 A Victorian Burr Walnut Serpentine End Credenza
A Norfolk Island Ship’s Oak Console 141 est $2,500 — $4,500 72 mr mod

Made with oak from ship’s timber. The legs being hand-carved with hands in the manner of Fletcher Christian’s (HMS Bounty, Pitcairn Islands) ancestors who settled on Norfolk Island in 1856. H750 W1060 D545mm

provenance

Purchased in New South Wales, Australia, in the 1980s. This piece is believed to have originated from Norfolk Island.

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142 An American Modern Abstract Eagle Sculpture

1960s, USA. Made with a steel frame with zinc solder and a stone base. H470 W370 D200mm

est $400 — $600

143 A Four-Piece Danish COHR Silver-Plated Coffee and Tea Set

All stamped COHR, Denmark, EPNS to base. Coffee pot H200 D220, teapot H145 D230mm, sugar bowl H60 D110mm, creamer H100 D110mm

est $600 — $800

144 A William Underhill Bronze Sculpture

1961, USA. Made using the lost wax technique. William Underhill (b. 1933) is an American sculptor. Inscription reads ‘Underhill 1961’. H260 W240 D225mm

est $2,000 — $3,000

145 ANDRÈS SEGOVIA

Infernal Machine

Lithograph on arches papier. Edition 272/275. Andrès Segovia (1929-1996) was an ArgentineSpanish artist. Frame 920 x 780mm, print 750 x 600mm

est $800 — $1,200

146 A Milo Baughman Wall Sculpture for George Copeland

1978, USA. A three-dimensional piece with triangular peaks protruding. Gold frame. Signature to base. Framing information to reverse. H965 W775 D85mm

est $2,000 — $4,000

147 A Nude Woman Sculpture Still Life by Dorothy Rossen Greenberg

USA. Dorothy Rossen Greenberg (1915-2005) was an American painter. Nude sculpture still life oil on canvas. Frame 850 x 720mm, painting 730 x 605mm

est $1,000 — $2,000

74 mr mod 142 143 144 146 147 145

148 A Postmodern Lucite Ring Coffee Table by Mikhail Loznikov

1990s. Graphic Lucite frame of three hollow rings on a sharp trilateral base. With round glass top. Signed to base. Base H405 D1160mm

est $1,500 — $2,500

149 A Kai Kristensen Nest of Tables for Vildbjerg Møbelfabrik

1960s, Denmark. Danish teak with interlocking design. Largest H420 W440 D450mm

est $1,000 — $2,000

150 A Pair of Lucite and Chrome Tables Attributed to Dorothy Thorpe

1950s, USA. Featuring curled Lucite legs and a round glass tabletop. H677 D605mm each

est $2,000 — $3,000

151 A Set of Four Arne Jacobsen ‘Ant’ Chairs for Fritz Hansen

1950s, Denmark. Steam-bent chair frames on a chrome tripod base. Marked ‘FH Danmark’ to the underside.

H766 SH430 W405 D460mm

est $3,000 — $6,000

provenance

Originally gifted by Christchurch architect Sir Miles Warren to his partner in the firm Warren and Mahoney Maurice Mahoney. Acquired from the family a number of years ago. Unfortunately the matching dining table no longer exists.

152 A Set of Six Italian Orange Lacquer Dining Chairs by Dal Vera

1970s. Lacquered European beech dining chairs with black vinyl seats by Dal Vera.

H795 SH440 W430 D415mm

est $1,500 — $2,000

153 A Set of Four Romeo Rega Dining Chairs

Italy. Frames made from brass and chrome with brown suede upholstery. H780 W450 D435mm

est $1,500 — $2,500

The Morrison Collection 75 148 149 150 151 152 153

154 A Pale Pink Murano Lamp

Hand-blown glass with filigree pink and white designs on a metal base. H625 D225mm

est $800 — $1,200

155 An Erik Höglund and Gunnar Ander Candelabra for Ystad Metall

1960s, Sweden. Made from wrought iron and green cast glass. H330 W280 D150mm

est $500 — $800

156 A Pink Murano Lamp

Hand-blown glass with deep magenta and gold designs. H700 D170mm

est $800 — $1,200

157 A Two-Seater Model 620 Sofa by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe

1962, Germany. The sofa has a reinforced polyester frame with its original aged black leather cushions. On castors. H730 W1500 D690mm

est $1,500 — $2,500

158 An L-Shaped Sofa by Thams Mobelfabrik

1970s, Denmark. Brown leather corner sofa comprising two parts with a black pedestal base. H610 W3165 D2312 Seat D810mm

est $3,500 — $4,500

159 A Borge Mogensen Model 2252 Sofa

1960s, Denmark. Oak frame sofa with its original upholstery. Designed by Danish designer Borge Mogensen in 1956 and produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik Denmark. H990 W1400 D830mm

est $3,000 — $4,000

76 mr mod 154 155 156 158 159 157

160 A Pair of Louis XVI French Fauteuils

A pair of 19th century Louis XVI style fauteuil à la reine. Carved and giltwood frames with the original Aubusson tapestry upholstery. H960 W675 D640mm

est $3,500 — $4,500

162 A Pair of Regency Sabre Leg Chairs

C. 1810. A pair of English Regency sabre leg Trafalgar chairs. Faux painted zebrawood frames with classical bronze mounts. Original hand-woven cane seats. H825 W380 D440mm

est $1,000 — $2,000

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A Jean-Joseph Chapuis Empire Chair

161 78 mr mod

$8,000 — $12,000

1810-1815, Belgium. Mahogany and beech frame with a woven cane seat, painted decoration, and gilded brass feet. Signed to back rail. This chair is an early example of the use of bent and laminated wood in furniture making. Its legs, composed of laminated layers of mahogany, were steambent into U-shaped sections. The caning and the slender, tapering legs enhance the light appearance of the form, which is embellished with gilded fittings and painted decoration. The Chapuis firm of Brussels created many versions of this chair. The form is based on a Neoclassical design first produced in Paris by the firm Jacob Frères. H860 W435 D500mm

est
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163 A Robert Sonneman Brass Eyeball Lamp

1960s. American modern floor lamp with an adjustable arm. H1470 W830mm

est $800 — $1,200

164 A Stacked Acrylic Standard Lamp by Optique USA

1980s, USA. Alternating layers of thicker white and thinner clear acrylic discs. H1270 D290mm

est $1,000 — $2,000

165 A Chrome Eyeball Floor Lamp by Robert Sonneman

1960s, USA. With an adjustable arm. Maker’s mark affixed. H580 W730mm

est $800 — $1,200

166 A Late 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Sideboard

England. With double doors at the front, painted and gilded with birds and blossoms. Galleried upper section with six bevelled mirrors. Original decorative brassware. H1670 W1660 D500mm

est $3,000 — $4,000

167 An English Regency Gilded Triple-Plate Overmantel

The inverted bowfront cornice with ball decoration over a classical frieze depicting a lion-drawn chariot with winged heralds and maidens. H940 W1480 D120mm

est $1,500 — $2,500

168 A Louis XV Style Bureau Plat

19th century, France. Ebony veneered with gilt bronze mounts and original tooled leather top. The right-side drawer has a hidden compartment. H785 W1510 D825mm

est $3,000 — $6,000

80 mr mod 163 164 165 167 168 166

169 A Set of Six Italian 1970s Cherrywood and Leather Chairs by Mario Marenco

1970s, Italy. Cherrywood frames with the original leather seat upholstery. H950 W450 D500mm

est $2,000 — $3,000

170 A Dining Suite by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi for Chiavari

1950s, Italy. Comprising a segmented rosewood-top dining table and six matching ‘Alta’ chairs. The chairs with the original hand-woven cane and labels. Table H805 D1180mm, chairs H950 W410 D400mm

est $2,500 — $3,500

171 A Set of Six Dining Chairs by Herbert Hirche for Mauser Werke

1970s, Germany. Space Age. Made from leather and stainless steel. A variation on the 1973 ‘150’ series. H810 SH460 W640 D590mm

est $3,000 — $6,000

172 A Memphis SilverPlated Letter/File Rack by Richard Meier

1980s, Italy. Designed by Richard Meier (b. 1934) and manufactured by Cleto Munari, Italy, for Swid Powell. Made with silver plate over a brass body. H104 W210 D122mm

est $300 — $600

173 A 1960s Teak Turned Salad Bowl by Richard Nissen

Denmark. Made from staved teak. With maker’s mark to the base. H130 W290 D290mm

est $150 — $250

174 An Ocean Reef Bowl by Michael Aram

2000s. Powder coated cast aluminium coral base, polished stainless steel bowl. Marked ‘Michael Aram’ to the bowl. H140 W260 D230mm

est $300 — $600

The Morrison Collection 81 169 170 171 173 174 172

A Pair of Regency

Figure Gas Lights

82 mr mod
175

$6,000 — $8,000

1811, England. The figures made from plaster, raised on fluted columns crafted from wood. Signed and dated. James De Ville (1777-1846), or Deville, was a plaster figure maker, a lamp manufacturer, a publisher of marked-up phrenological busts, and the owner of a museum of phrenological casts. De Ville exhibited work at the Royal Academy and the Society of British Artists. The National Portrait Gallery, London, holds several of his works. H1800 W335 D335

est
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176 An Italian Inlaid Bone Chair

A mid-19th century Italian Milanese Ebony and inlaid bone Renaissance revival hall chair. H1170 W460 D435mm

est $800 — $1,200

177 A Pair of Italian Renaissance Revival Sgabello Hall Chairs

19th century. Walnut frames superbly carved with cherubs, lions, and foliate decorations. H1240 W400 D430mm

est $1,500 — $2,500

84 mr mod

C. 1950s, Italy. Welded and patinated bronze wire sculpture of an Etruscan war galley on stand by Florentine artist Marcello Fantoni (1915-2011). With artist’s signature at the stern of the boat. H785 W640 D1070mm

est $1,500 — $2,500

1980s, USA. By Californian sculptors Curtis Freiler and Jerry Fels under the compound nom-de-plume Curtis Jeré. On a black metal stand. Signed. H2530 W530mm

est $1,800 — $3,500

Firenze, Italy. An abstract metal sculpture depicting still-life bottles by artist Marcello Fantoni (19152011). The bottles are heavily textured. Featuring a maker’s mark to the reverse. H485 W140 D85mm

est $600 — $800

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178 A Fantoni Boat Sculpture 179 A Large Curtis Jeré Stainless Steel ‘Sails’ Sculpture 180 A Fantoni Abstract Metal Sculpture

1980s, Athens, Greece. Klismos chairs in walnut with leather cord seats. Designed by British designer T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings (1903-1976) and made by Saradis of Athens, Greece. H885 W430 D590mm

est $2,000 — $4,000

1960s, USA. With ebonised legs and leather upholstered seat. H390 D420mm

est $300 — $600

1980s, Athens, Greece. Klismos chairs in walnut with leather cord seats. Designed by British designer T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings (1903-1976) and made by Saradis of Athens, Greece. H885 W430 D590mm

est $2,000 — $4,000

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181 A Pair of Klismos Chairs 182 An Arthur Umanoff Three-Legged Stool for Washington Woodcraft 183 A Pair of Klismos Chairs

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C. 1905, London, England. The hammered bowl depicts a stylised oak leaf pattern. The sculptured legs are typical of this period. Pattern number 0788. Marked ‘Made in England, English pewter 0788’ to the base underside. H170 D300mm

est $600 — $1,200

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1910. With sunken designs and raised relief of a lion. H350 W190 D145mm

est $200 — $400

provenance

This piece was one of the first collected by Ross at the age of 13.

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184 Large ‘Tudric’ Pewter Bowl by Oliver Baker for Liberty and Co A WMF German Arts and Crafts Art Nouveau SilverPlate Hammered Claret Jug

An Engraved Gilt Brass Cheval Clock

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$12,000

Mid-19th century, London. This clock, numbered 508, probably dates from 1846/47. Its design is known as cheval, after the mirror style that was popular at the time. It is of 8-day duration and is in original condition.

The decorative Fleur de Lis hands are a typical Thomas Cole feature. Oval body with pierced scroll crest, pivoted between scroll uprights rising from floral engraved base with pivoted foot. The dial is silvered, engraved with foliate scrolls and flowerheads, roman chapter ring, blued fleur-de-lis hands. Temperature gauge below frame. With original winding key. Signed to reverse by retailer ‘C. F. Hancock successor of Storr and Mortimer’s.’ Thomas Cole (1800-1864) was the son of James Cole and brother of the more eminent James Ferguson Cole.

At first Cole worked in partnership with his brother at 3 Bond Street, London. Then from 1839 until his death he produced the work by which he is best known. Most of these were produced for and sold through high-end London jewellers and goldsmiths.

The Cole workshop produced all the components of his clocks. This is unusual for the time as most clockmakers by then sourced their cases, movements, dials, hands and so on from horological manufacturers and case makers. Thomas Cole clocks are highly regarded by collectors. They demonstrate the highest standards of English Victorian clockmaking, from the delicate blued steel hands to the exquisitely finished movements and cases. H190 W105 D25mm

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187 A Set of Four Italian Dining Chairs by Zanotta

1970s, Italy. Ash frames. In the manner of Afra and Tobia Scarpa. H670 W470 D480mm

est $1,200 — $1,800

188 A Pair of Alvar Aalto Dining Chairs

1960s, Finland. Originally designed in 1935. Made from birch with a patented L-leg structure. Aalto’s ‘Chair 66’ design is part of the permanent collection of MoMA, New York. H765 W375 D400mm

est $600 — $800

189 A Set of Four Alvar Aalto Dining Chairs

1960s, Finland. Originally designed in 1935. Made from birch with a patented L-leg structure. Aalto’s ‘Chair 66’ design is part of the permanent collection of MoMA, New York. H765 W375 D400mm

est $1,200 — $1,500

190 An AB Paris Repousse High Relief Medieval Jewellery Box

C. 1880s, France. Signed. A highly detailed decoration featuring ornate vine motifs, figures, and birds. H92 W210 D132mm

est $400 — $800

191 A Rare Art Deco Tea and Coffee Service

C. 1920-1930, Germany. Comprising six pieces. Silver plated. Rare art deco design by Berliner Elektro Plated Waren Fabrik (BEPWF). Tray H25 W535mm, large pot H356 W205mm, medium pot H165 W235mm, small pot H120 W235mm, sugar pot H74 W110mm, milk jug H84 W136mm

est $2,000 — $3,000

192 An Antique Carved Giltwood Eagle

A wooden eagle form with spread wings. Presented on stand. H440 W550 D140mm

est $600 — $800

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Finland. Brown leather upholstery with chrome and wooden frames. On wheels. H840 W1140 D920mm

est $3,000 — $6,000

194 A Pair of Danish Swivel Lounge Chairs with Ottoman

With original green leather upholstery. Chairs H935 W770 D780mm, ottoman H370 W660 D500mm

est $2,000 — $3,000

195 An El Rancho Two-Seater

Sofa by Maija Ruoslahti for Kalustekiila

Finland. Brown leather upholstery with chrome and wooden frame. On wheels. H800 W1910 D880mm

est $3,000 — $6,000

196 SALVADOR DALÍ

Rencontre de deux

Troupes de Luxurieux

C. 1963. From the Divine Comedy. Framed behind glass. Printed in a limited run of 150, each individually signed by Salvador Dalí. Certificate of authentication from The Collector’s Guild Ltd., New York to frame reverse. Frame 455 x 365mm, print 315 x 200mm

est $1,000 — $2,000

197 A Framed Salvador Dalí Scarf

Scarf printed with Dalí’s ‘El Arbol de la Penitencia’. Framed behind glass. 910 x 910mm

est $600 — $800

198 SALVADOR DALÍ

The Lazy or the Casual

C. 1963. From the Divine Comedy. Framed behind glass. Frame 455 x 365mm, print 315 x 200mm

est $1,000 — $2,000

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199 A Milo Baughman Chrome and Glass Console 1970s Milo Baughman freestanding chrome and burr laminate console table with glass insets. Design is very much in the art deco style. H690 W1480 D410mm $3,000 200 An Italian 1970s Console Sofa Table with a glass top and brass fittings. H616 W1320 D400mm $1,500 201 A 1940s Black Lacquer Marble-Top Console 1940s Italian black lacquered console by Paolo Buffa. Terracotta coloured marble top legs with brass tips. H910 W1650 D415mm $3,000

Late Meiji period (1868-1912). The corner gilded dragon heads are carved from wood, as are the numerous hanging bells. The piece was designed to hang above a Buddha in a shrine. Frame H350 W850 D850mm

est $2,500 — $3,500

provenance

Acquired by Ross in the late 1980s from a monk in Osaka.

From the Meiji period (1868-1912). Carved teak in the form of bamboo with open-work designs of bamboo leaf and the Tokugawa family crest. Incised geometric boarders to the table top. H780 W980 D480mm

est $2,000 — $3,000

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203 A 19th Century Japanese Pagoda-Top Zushi 204 A Pair of Antique Japanese Teak Meiji Period Console Tables
A Pair of 18th Century Japanese Edo Period Painted Screens 202 est $4,000 — $6,000 94 mr mod
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Attributed to Hanabusa Itchō. Each with six panels depicting kabuki actors. Some wear consistent with age including fading and some surface losses. Pale blue decorative pattern to the reverse. Signature to each panel. Fully extended, each H1425 W3150mm

205 A 1960s Teak Chest of Drawers by P. Westergaard for Mobelfabrik Denmark

1960s, Denmark. Made from teak. Five double-drawers with sculpted linear handles. H1070 W870 D410mm

est $800 — $1,200

206 A Danish Walnut Bow-Front Chest

A 1950s Danish modern bowfront chest of drawers. Beautifully veneered in figured German black walnut. Each drawer having a pair of eyelid handles. Design attributed to Kai Kristensen. H1130 W760 D400mm

est $800 — $1,200

207 A Carl Malmsten Mahogany Cabinet

1940s. Swedish modern design by Carl Malmsten (1888-1972). Made from mahogany. A two-door cabinet with marquetry inlaid boxwood leaves and flowers.

est $2,000 — $3,000

208 A Murano Egg-Shaped Lamp

1970s, Italy. With a polychrome swirled glass pattern. H400 D300mm, cord L1705mm

est $1,000 — $2,000

209 A Pair of Serge Mouille Wall Lamps for Stilnovo Italy. Coated metal with brass detailing. Adjustable arm and shade direction. H350 L960mm

est $800 — $1,200

210 A Caged Glass Pendant by Gianni Seguso for Seguso

1960s, Murano, Italy. With amber smoked glass panels and ornate brass frame. Ceiling rose to base H985mm, pendant H450 D290mm

est $600 — $900

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1970s, Italy. The square frame made from chrome with a glass tabletop. H355 W890 D890mm

est $1,000 — $1,500

212 An Italian Chrome and Marble Coat Rack

Late 1960s, Italy. Four chrome steel arms ending with chrome balls. Supported by a marble base. H1655 D420mm

est $1,000 — $1,500

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1970s, Italy. The rectangular frame made from chrome with a glass tabletop. H355 W1340 D880mm

est $1,500 — $2,500

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Set of six 1970s Italian high-back dining chairs by Romeo Rega. Gold patinated metal frames with burr elm insets, upholstered in woven cane. H950 W430 D465mm

est $2,500 — $3,500

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1950s, Denmark. Teak frame with original seat and backrest upholstery. H870 W640 D500mm

est $600 — $800

216 A Set of Six Rosewood Dining Chairs by Vestervig Eriksen for Brdr. Tromborg

Denmark. Ladder-back frame design with original upholstery. Manufacturer’s mark to chair undersides. H780 W460 D350mm

est $2,000 — $3,000

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211 A ‘Cogente’ Coffee Table by Sergio Mazza and Giuliana Gramigna for Cinova A ‘Cogente’ Coffee Table by Sergio Mazza and Giuliana Gramigna for Cinova A Set of Six Romeo Rega Cane and Gold Chairs An Arne Vodder SwivelBack Armchair for France and Daverkosen

217 A 1970s Italian Lucite Teardrop Mirror

Mirror with purple plexiglass frame. 840 x 620mm

est $1,500 — $2,500

218 A Fabric Panel from Kuba, Southeast Congo

Embroidered graphics in three shades of woven fabric. Some wear to areas of the fabric. Mounted on wooden frame. 715 x 2315mm

est $800 — $1,200

219 A Vintage 1960s Marimekko Fabric Panel

Fabric print ‘Kaki’ designed by Maija Isola. Oy suomi, Finland. Mounted on wooden frame. 1650 x 1305mm

est $800 — $1,200

220 SALVADOR DALÍ Hallucinogenic Toreador

Framed behind glass. Frame 985 x 790mm, print 700 x 515mm

est $1,000 — $2,000

221 SALVADOR DALÍ Molten Clocks

Spanish (1883-1973). Intaglio in colours. With a pencil signature to the lower right. Edition 76/300. Frame 765 x 620mm, print 450 x 320mm

est $1,000 — $2,000

222 SALVADOR DALÍ Le Cavalier Cosmique

C. 1982. Etching with watercolour. With pencil signature to the lower right. Edition CXLVI/D. Frame 730 x 770mm, print 445 x 500mm

est $1,000 — $2,000

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C. 1785, Lombardy, Northern Italy. Neoclassical inlaid marquetry commode made from rosewood, kingwoods and various other exotic woods. Marquetry depicts a classical urn with flowers flanked by mythical Ho-Ho birds (phoenixes). H880 W1090 D460mm

est $4,000 — $8,000

224 An 18th Century Danish Commode

Baroque block front fruitwood commode. The inlaid apricot and cherrywood parquetry patterns include on the top a chrysanthemum motif. Later brass handles. H860 W990 D470mm

est $2,000 — $4,000

225 A William and Mary Walnut Commode

An 18th century English walnut chest of drawers. With quartered, feathered, and cross-banded top. Featuring herringbone inlays and figured burr drawer fronts with cast drop handles. Sitting on raised bun feet. H900 W1020 D555mm

est $4,000 — $8,000

226 A Large 1960s Viking Decanter by Holmegaard

Denmark. Cast from translucent teal glass. Featuring an applied pressed emblem of a Viking head. H240 D195mm

est $150 — $250

227 A Rare Flavio Poli for Seguso Glass Bowl

Late 1940s, Murano, Italy. Handblown transparent glass with red and gold pigments throughout. H100 W385 D265mm

est $1,000 — $2,000

228 A Smoky Grey Viking Decanter and Glass Set by Holmegaard

1960s, Denmark. The bottle is made from cast glass and features a Viking head stamp. The four cups feature drinking horn stamps. Bottle H235 D120mm, cups H60 D62mm

est $150 — $250

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223 An 18th Century Italian Marquetry Commode

Raymond Loewy

Raymond Loewy was a highly influential French-born American industrial designer whose impact on midcentury design aesthetics cannot be overstated. He was known for his linear, functional, and visually striking designs. Loewy was a spearhead of modernism. From locomotives to furniture, cars to brand logos, his work helped shape the mid-century era’s look and feel.

One of Loewy’s most significant innovations was the application of aerodynamic principles in his designs. He believed form should follow function, and his streamlined designs reflected this philosophy. Loewy’s work was marked by its simplicity, emphasising clean lines and minimal ornamentation.

Another key aspect of Loewy’s approach to design was his focus on branding and marketing. He was among the first designers to recognise the importance of creating a cohesive brand identity. He worked with clients to develop logos, packaging, and advertising campaigns that were as distinctive and memorable as his product designs.

Loewy’s impact on mid-century design can still be felt today. His works, such as the Coca-Cola bottle and the Shell logo, are instantly recognisable. His innovative approach continues to influence designers across various industries.

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The Morrison Collection 101 Lot 112 $2,500 — $3,500 Lot 229 $4,000 — $8,000

229 A Raymond Loewy BarcaLounger

1960s. Made by BarcaLounger Furniture USA. Made with a laminated walnut frame and original black vinyl. H1070 W950 D855mm

est $4,000 — $8,000

230 A Pair of 1960s Harald Relling Leather Armchairs and Coffee Table for Westnofa

1960s, Norway. The armchairs of leather and chrome with rosewood accents, the coffee table of chrome with rosewood accents and a glass top. Chairs H850 W750 D680mm, table H400mm

est $1,500 — $2,500

231 A Fibreglass Armchair by Lawrence Peabody

USA. Dark charcoal moulded fibreglass frame on metal legs. Maker’s mark affixed to underside. H893 W650 D510mm

est $1,000 — $2,000

232 A Ceramic Lamp by Underwriters Laboratories

1950s, USA. With original shade. Pink and white base with Greek chariot scene. Maker’s sticker affixed. H890 D365mm

est $400 — $800

233 A French Abstract Glazed Ceramic Lamp Base

1930s. Depicting two figures embracing. H580 W170 D95mm

est $600 — $800

234 A Vintage Hand-Carved Papua New Guinea Lamp

A wood carved body featuring three faces with cowrie shell eyes. With a split cane woven shade. H770 D435mm

est $400 — $800

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235 An American Wall Sculpture

A walnut wood base with polychrome glass mosaic and brass borders. 895 x 455mm

est $400 — $800

236 An Italian Neoclassical Style Coat Rack

1950s, Italy. Wall mounted coat rack in the Neoclassical style featuring four Roman-style medallion figurehead coat hooks, gold painted metal turn supports on an upholstered parchment style panel. The two wooden panels are mahogany. With a central glass shelf. H1865 W1335 D80mm

est $2,000 — $3,000

237 A 1980s Folding Screen with Hand-Painted Bookshelves

Made in New Zealand. Comprising four panels. Crafted from oak wood and hand-painted. H1835 W1635 D20mm

est $800 — $1,200

238 A 1930s Italian Terracotta Glazed Flat Vase

Relief of reclining women to both sides. H136 W342 D124mm

est $200 — $300

239 A Carl Sorensen Art Deco Bronze Verdigris Vase

1930s, Sweden. With gold coloured concentric bands around the vase exterior. Impressed signature to the base. H210 D165mm

est $200 — $400

240 A 19th Century Victorian Red Toleware Tray

A red tin tray with gilded grapevine decoration to the rim. H25 W607 D455mm

est $200 — $400

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241 A George II Walnut and Gilt Mirror

18th century, England. Swan neck pediment carved with gilded egg and dart moulding. Finished with a floral pattern. Original silvered mirror. 1040 x 645mm

est $700 — $1,200

242 A Late 19th Century French Gilt and Vermillion Mirror

With red and gilt frame featuring shallow carved floral motifs. Some visible ageing to the glass. 1620 x 1050mm

est $2,000 — $3,000

243 A Large WWI Trench Art Mirror

Chip carved frame with applied ‘1914’ and ‘GR’ (Georgius Rex, the royal cypher of King George). H1040 W540 D40mm

est $700 — $1,200

244 RUDOLF HAUSNER Adam Maßstäblich

1973, Austria. Print framed behind glass. Frame 710 x 800, print 535 x 555mm

est $600 — $800

245 JANE MITCHELL

There Was a Man Who Once Ran Free

1990s, New Zealand. Etching on paper, framed behind glass. Signed and editioned to bottom. Jane Mitchell was a student of Otago School of Fine Arts. Frame 680 x 560mm, print 415 x 365mm

est $400 — $600

246 WOLFGANG HUTTER Litografia

1972. Screen print on paper. Signed and dated to lower corner. Frame 715 x 521mm, print 670 x 470mm

est $600 — $800

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Made from Danish black walnut with book-matched veneer. Two doors flanking four drawers, with eight legs and ball handle details. H875 W2000 D515mm

est $2,500 — $3,500

1970s, Denmark. Designed for Jessen’s company PMJ Viby J. Original etched glass doors and fitted interior. H1580 W1680 D425mm

est $2,500 — $3,500

249 A George Nelson Sideboard

1950s, USA. From George Nelson’s Basic Cabinet Series. Made with walnut wood. Featuring three drawers to one side and a cabinet to the other. Maker’s mark to drawer interior. H750 W1430 D475mm

est $2,500 — $3,500

250 Two Danish Soholm Ceramic Bikuben Money Boxes

Depicting Danish politicians Anders Andersen and Erik Hoffmeyer. With maker’s marks to the base underside. H175 W200 D115mm

est $200 — $400

251 Two Danish Soholm Ceramic Bikuben Money Boxes

Depicting Danish politicians Anker Jorgensen and Hilmar Baunsgaard. With manufacturer’s mark to the base underside. One missing a plug. H180 W206 D114mm

est $200 — $400

252 Two Danish Soholm Ceramic Bikuben Money Boxes

Depicting Danish politicians Anker Jorgensen and Poul Hartling. With maker’s marks to the base. H175 W205 D120mm

est $200 — $400

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247 An Early 1950s Sideboard attributed to Ole Wanscher for Mobelfabrikken 248 A Tall Walnut Sideboard by Poul M. Jessen for Herman Miller

253 A French Second Empire Bronze and Gilt Candelabra

19th century. With six arms. The base of tripartite lion paw feet is topped by acanthus and laurel leaf decorations. Wired at a later date. H985 W280 D250mm

est $1,200 — $1,500

254 A Set of Three Late 18th Century Bull Fighting Engravings

Late 18th century. Framed behind glass. Each 240 x 310mm

est $400 — $600

255 A New Zealand Made Trench Art Lamp

Chrome and wooden shell with a chrome grenade as a switch. Original glass globe shade. H645 D250mm

est $600 — $800

256 A Twin-Head Lamp with Fibreglass Shades by Underwriters Laboratories

1950s, USA. With moulded fibreglass shades and metal fittings. Rewired. H485 W500 D255mm

est $300 — $600

257 A Fibreglass Lamp in the Manner of Mitchell Bobrick

Early 1950s, USA. American Modern lamp made with a metal frame and a fibreglass cup and shade. H600 W440 D530mm

est $500 — $800

258 A Pair of American Deco Style Crescent Lamps by Majestic Lamp Co

1950s, USA. Made from brass and ebonised wood. H380 W265mm

est $800 — $1,200

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259 A Finn Juhl Side Table

A 1960s teak side table by Danish designer Finn Juhl for France and Sons, Denmark. From Juhl’s 500 series. Maker’s badge to underside. H385 W590 D420mm

est $1,000 — $2,000

260 A Pair of Rosewood End Tables by Kristian Vedel for Modus Denmark

1960s. Made with a solid rosewood frames and inset glass tops. H325 W550 D550mm

est $800 — $1,200

261 A Finn Juhl Side Table

A 1960s teak side table by Danish designer Finn Juhl for France and Sons, Denmark. From Juhl’s 500 series. Maker’s badge to underside. H385 W590 D420mm

est $1,000 — $2,000

262 A Chrome ‘Diamond’ Floor Lamp by O.M.A Fabbrica Lampadari

1960s, Padova, Italy. Three layered lozenge-shaped lights on a central upright stand. H1730 W200mm

est $1,500 — $2,500

263 A Fratelli Toso Murano Floor Lamp

C. 1980s, Murano, Italy. Maker’s sticker to shade. H1810 D310mm

est $800 — $1,200

264 A Goffredo Reggiani Chrome Lamp

1960s, Italy. With four lights. Adjustable heads. H1000 W320 D320mm

est $1,200 — $1,600

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265 A Finn Juhl Teak Stool for France and Son

1956, Denmark. A teak frame with black leather upholstery. Maker’s badge to underside. H375 W445 D450mm

est $800 — $1,600

266 A Pair of Milo Baughman Tub Swivel Chairs

1960s, USA. Walnut veneered frames supporting the seats, upholstered in the original orange vinyl. Chrome steel swivel bases. H780 W515 D510mm

est $1,800 — $2,500

267 A Finn Juhl Teak Stool for France and Son

1956, Denmark. A teak frame with black leather upholstery. Maker’s badge to underside. H375 W445 D450mm

est $800 — $1,600

268 A Danish Pendant Light by Laterna Danica

In the style of Louis Poulsen’s PH5 5 pendant. H200 D500mm

est $600 — $800

269 An AJ1 Pendant Light by Arne Jacobsen for Royal Copenhagen Hotel

Made with white lacquered aluminium. Shade H170 D380, cord L2340mm

est $600 — $800

270 A 1970s Brass and Lucite Chandelier by Lightolier

New York, USA. Unused condition. One Lucite panel with a crack. H350 D670mm

est $800 — $1,200

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271 JACQUES SCHNIER The Vision

1964, California, USA. Bronze sculpture with teak base. Signed. H610 W450 D330mm

est $2,000 — $3,000

272 A Pair of Chrome Spring Coil Lamps by Robert Sonneman

1970s, USA. Sonneman

Lighting. H625 D165mm

est $600 — $800

273 A Large Californian Abstract Metal Cactus Sculpture by Ted Smith

1966. Torch-cut and welded steel. Western cedar base. Signed ‘T. Smith’. H1335 W420 D295mm

est $1,000 — $2,000

274 An Amber Glass Bottle by Tony Kupfer

New Zealand. A hand-blown elongated neck form. With pontil mark to the base. H405 D100mm

est $150 — $300

275 An Ammonite Porcelain Vase by West German Studio Kaiser

1970s. Made from porcelain. With maker’s mark to the base. H290 W95 D95mm

est $250 — $350

276 A Bottle by Tony Kupfer

New Zealand. A hand-blown elongated neck bottle-form. Made from shades of blue glass. With incised maker’s mark to the base. H390 W195mm

est $150 — $300

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277 An Italian Round Marble Top Coffee Table

1950s. With a brass and steel base. Attributed to Italian designer Ignazio Gardella. H430 D800mm

est $1,500 — $2,500

278 An Arthur Court Aluminium Table

1970s, USA. Aluminium frame with oversized gum leaf and nut details, round glass top. H710mm D1440

est $1,200 — $1,500

279 A Tulip Base Side Table by Burke Incorporated

1960s, Texas, USA. In the style of Eero Saarinen. Powder-coated cast aluminium base and a white laminate top. H510 W450 D450mm

est $600 — $800

280 A Brutalist Wall Sculpture by Van Lee

1979. Stainless steel, brass, and copper. Signed to reverse. H615 W465 D75mm

est $800 — $1,200

281 A 1970s French Wall Sculpture

Copper, brass, and steel. Signed ‘Alan’. 715 x 715mm

est $800 — $1,200

282 A Brutalist Wall Sculpture by Van Lee

1979. Stainless steel, brass, and copper. Signed to reverse. H615 W465 70mm

est $800 — $1,200

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283 A Grete Jalk Teak Side Table

1960s, Denmark. Manufactured by France & Son. Made from teak. H480 W500 D700mm

est $800 — $1,200

284 An Oak Stool by Hans Wegner for Getama

Denmark. Model GE284. With an upholstered cushion. Maker’s mark to underside. H400 W590 D460mm

est $300 — $600

285 A Finn Juhl Side Table with Shelf

1960s teak coffee/side table with a shelf by Danish designer Finn Juhl for France and Daverkosen, Denmark. From Juhl’s ‘500’ series. Maker’s mark to underside. H535 W705 D510mm

est $1,000 — $2,000

286 A Pair of Lane ‘Pueblo’ Bedside Cabinets

1970s, USA. Made from ash with carved brutalist design to the cabinet doors. With internal shelf to each. H560 W760 D470mm

est $2,000 — $3,000

287 A Cees Braakman for Pastoe Holland Cupboard

1950s, Netherlands. From Braakman’s Combex series, 1954. Model KB04. Two folding doors concealing shelves and an original bentwood drawer. H1695 W155 D515mm

est $2,000 — $3,000

288 A Lane ‘Pueblo’ Sideboard

1970s, USA. Made from ash with carved brutalist design to the central cabinet and six drawers. With maker’s mark to the interior of the drawer. H760 W1985 D460mm

est $3,000 — $5,000

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289 A Portmeirion Greek Key Coffee Service by Susan Williams Ellis

1960s, England. Comprising a coffee pot, a sugar bowl, a cream jug, six coffee cups, and saucers. With gold meander borders. Coffee pot H340 W210 D95mm, cups H82 W90 D65mm, saucers H17 W33 D33mm

est $400 — $600

290 A Large Finland Arabia Teapot by Ulla Procope

Finland. Originally designed in 1953. Matte black ceramic with a woven cane handle. With Arabia mark to the base underside. H200 W220 D165mm

est $200 — $400

291 A Graduated Set of Cathrineholm Lotus Bowls

1960s, Norway. Set of three enamel bowls in a butterscotch and white colourway. Largest H110 D240mm

est $300 — $600

292 A Pair of Framed Picasso Plates

Made from porcelain. Both mounted to wooden frames with red velvet backing. Cutaways on the reverse show the manufacturers’ marks on the reverse of the plates. One marked ‘Limoges France’ the other marked ‘E.C.F.L.R’. Mount D420, plate D251mm

est $500 — $800

293 An Abstract West German Bronze and Brass Jesus on a Cross

1950s. In the manner of Karl Hagenauer. With impressed ‘Made in Germany’ to the reverse. H350 W210mm

est $100 — $200

294 A Rare Flavio Poli for Seguso Abstract Fish Bowl

1950s, Murano, Italy. Made from hand-blown glass with a pale blue opalescent tone and red trim. H75 W240 D85mm

est $300 — $600

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295 A Daum France Crystal Bowl

A moulded crystal form with tendrils emanating from the base. H130 W215 D220mm

est $200 — $400

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1960s, Denmark. Carved from a single piece of wood. With maker’s mark to the base. H425 W80 D15mm

est $300 — $600

297 An American Lucite Sculpture by Van Teal

A pyramidic form with shafts running vertically down the sculpture. With a signature to the upper base. H258 W280mm

est $800 — $1,200

298 A Hand-Painted Ceramic Vase by Bjorn Wiinblad for Nymølle

Nymølle, Denmark. With artist’s signature and maker’s mark to the base. H235 W110 D110mm

est $200 — $400

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With a white glaze and hand-painted detailing. Signed to the base underside. H210 W150 D135mm

est $150 — $200

300 An Ellen Malmer for Royal Copenhagen Ceramic Vase

1960s, Denmark. From the ‘Siena’ series, pattern number 962. With manufacturer’s mark to the base and hand-painted pattern number. H275 W95 D95mm

est $300 — $600

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A Teak Madonna Sculpture by Simon Randers for Randers Mobelfabrik A Simon Engelhardt Ceramic Jug

301 A Large 1960s Stoneware Bowl by Soholm

Denmark. Made from stoneware. Featuring impressed geometric designs to the bowl interior and brown and white glaze. Impressed maker’s mark to the base underside. H55 D297mm

est $150 — $250

302 A Set of Two Swedish Ceramic Dishes

Made in Sweden. ALP ‘Calypso’ pattern, with a stamp to both bases. Larger H50 W365 D40mm, smaller H35 W310 D30mm

est $200 — $300

303 Isle of Wight Pottery by Joe Lester

Early 1960s. Made from porcelain with polychrome glaze designs in an abstract constructivist style. With maker’s marks top base. H65 D320mm

est $200 — $300

304 A 1960s Teak Ice Bucket Turned by Richard Nissen

Denmark. Staved teak. With ‘Nissen Denmark’ to the base. H190 D223mm

est $200 — $300

305 A Rare 1960s Rosewood Ice Bucket by Richard Nissen

Denmark. Staved rosewood. With ‘Nissen Denmark’ to the base. H120 W220mm

est $200 — $400

306 A 1970s Teak Ice Bucket by Flemming Digsmed for Nissen

Denmark. Staved teak. With ‘Digsmed Design Denmark’ to base underside. H240 D205mm

est $200 — $300

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307 A Large Pair of Chinese Export Ceramic Plates

18th century, China. Made from porcelain with cobalt blue designs. Unsigned. D310mm

est $200 — $300

308 A Set of Five Japanese Satsuma Plates with Crane Decorations

Made from porcelain with enamel hand-painted designs. Signed to the reverse. H34 W134mm

est $300 — $400

309 A Small Pair of Chinese Export Ceramic Plates

18th century, China. Both are made from porcelain and handpainted with cobalt blue designs. One with repairs. D230mm A/F

est $200 — $300

310 A Large Green Amethyst Glass Vase by Flavio Poli

1960s, Murano, Italy. A heavy form. H350 W180 D130mm

est $500 — $800

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Terms and Conditions

The terms and conditions of sale listed here contain the policies of Webb’s (Webb Fine Art). They are the terms on which Webb’s (Webb Fine Art) and the Seller contract with the Buyer. They may be amended by printed Saleroom Notices or oral announcements made before and during the sale. By bidding at auction you agree to be bound by these terms.

1. Background to the Terms used in these Conditions

The conditions that are listed below contain terms that are used regularly and may need explanation. They are as follows:

“the Buyer” means the person with the highest bid accepted by the Auctioneer.

“the Lot” means any item depicted within the sale for auction and in particular the item or items described against any lot number in the catalogue.

“the Hammer price” means the amount of the highest bid accepted by the auctioneer in relation to a lot.

“the Buyer’s Premium” means the charge payable by the Buyer to the auction house as a percentage of the hammer price.

“the Reserve” means the lowest amount at which Webb’s has agreed with the Seller that the lot can be sold.

“Forgery” means an item constituting an imitation originally conceived and executed as a whole, with a fraudulent intention to deceive as to authorship, origin, age, period, culture or source, where the correct description as to such matters is not reflected by the description in the catalogue. Accordingly, no lot shall be capable of being a forgery by reason of any damage or restoration work of any kind (Including repainting).

“the insured value” means the amount that Webb’s in its absolute discretion from time to time shall consider the value for which a lot should be covered for insurance (whether or not insurance is arranged by Webb’s).

All values expressed in Webb’s catalogues (in any format) are in New Zealand Dollars (NZD$). All bids, “hammer price”, “reserves”, “Buyers

Premium” and other expressions of value are understood by all parties to be in New Zealand Dollars (NZD$) unless otherwise specified.

2. Webb’s Auctions as Agent

Except as otherwise stated, Webb’s acts as agent for the Seller. The contract for the sale of the property is therefore made between the Seller and the Buyer.

3. Before the Sale

3.1. Examination of Property

Prospective Buyers are strongly advised to examine in person any property in which they are interested before the Auction takes place. Neither Webb’s nor the Seller provides any guarantee in relation to the nature of the property apart from the Limited warranty in the paragraph below.

The property is otherwise sold “AS IS”

2. Catalogue and Other Descriptions

All statements by Webb’s in the catalogue entry for the property or in the condition report, or made orally or in writing elsewhere, are statements of opinion and are not to be relied upon as statements of fact. Such statements do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Webb’s of any kind. References in the catalogue entry to the condition report to damage or restoration are for guidance only and should be evaluated by personal inspection by the bidder or a knowledgeable representative. The absence of such a reference does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. Estimates of the selling price should not be relied on as a statement that this is the price at which the item will sell or its value for

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any other purpose. Neither Webb’s nor The Seller is responsible for any errors or omissions in the catalogue or any supplemental material.

Images are measured height by width (sight size). Illustrations are provided only as a guide and should not be relied upon as a true representation of colour or condition. Images are not shown at a standard scale. Mention is rarely made of frames (which may be provided as supplementary images on the website) which do not form part of the lot as described in the printed catalogue.

An item bought “on Extension” must be paid for in full before it will be released to the purchaser or his/ her agreed expertising committee or specialist. Payments received for such items will be held “in trust” for up to 90 days or earlier, if the issue of authenticity has been resolved more quickly. Extensions must be requested before the auction.

Foreign buyers should note that all transactions are in New Zealand Dollars so there may be a small exchange rate risk. The costs associated with acquiring a good opinion or certificate will be carried by the purchaser. If the item turns out to be forged or otherwise incorrectly described, all reasonable costs will be borne by the vendor.

3. Buyers Responsibility

All property is sold “as is” without representation or warranty of any kind by Webb’s or the Seller. Buyers are responsible for satisfying themselves concerning the condition of the property and the matters referred to in the catalogue by requesting a condition report.

No lot to be rejected if, subsequent to the sale, it has been immersed in liquid or treated by any other process unless the Auctioneer’s permission to subject the lot to such immersion or treatment has first been obtained in writing.

4. At the Sale

4.1.

Refusal of Admission

Webb’s reserves the right at our complete discretion to refuse admission to the auction premises or participation in any auction and to reject any bid.

4.2.

Registration Before Bidding

Any prospective new buyer must complete and sign a registration form and provide photo identification before bidding. Webb’s may request bank, trade or other financial references to substantiate this registration.

4.3.

Bidding as

a Principal

When making a bid, a bidder is accepting personal liability to pay the purchase price including the buyer’s premium and all applicable taxes, plus all other applicable charges, unless it has been explicitly agreed in writing with Webb’s before the commencement of the sale that the bidder is acting as agent on behalf of an identified third party acceptable to Webb’s and that Webb’s will only look to the principal for payment.

4.4. International Registrations

All International clients not known to Webb’s will be required to scan or fax through an accredited form of photo identification and pay a deposit at our discretion in cleared funds into Webb’s account at least 24 hours before the commencement of the auction. Bids will not be accepted without this deposit. Webb’s also reserves the right to request any additional forms of identification prior to registering an overseas bid.

This deposit can be made using a credit card, however the balance of any purchase price in excess of $5,000 cannot be charged to this card without prior arrangement.

This deposit is redeemable against any auction purchase and will be refunded in full if no purchases are made.

4.5. Absentee Bids

Webb’s will use reasonable efforts to execute written bids delivered to us AT LEAST 24 Hours before the sale for the convenience of those clients who are unable to attend the auction in person. If we receive identical written bids on a particular lot, and at the auction these are the highest bids on that lot, then the lot will be sold to the person whose written bid was received and accepted first. Execution of written bids is a free service undertaken subject to other commitments at the time of the sale and we do not accept liability for failing to execute a written bid or for errors or omissions which may arise. It is the bidder’s responsibility to check with Webb’s after the auction if they were successful. Unlimited or “Buy” bids will not be accepted.

4.6. Telephone Bids

Priority will be given to overseas and bidders from other regions. Please refer to the catalogue for the Telephone Bids form. Arrangements for this service must be confirmed AT LEAST 24 HOURS PRIOR to the auction commencing. Webb’s accepts no responsibility whatsoever for any errors or failure to execute bids. In telephone bidding the buyer agrees to be bound by all terms and conditions listed here and accepts that Webb’s

cannot be held responsible for any miscommunications in the process. The success of telephone bidding cannot be guaranteed due to circumstances that are unforeseen. Buyers should be aware of the risk and accept the consequences should contact be unsuccessful at the time of Auction. You must advise Webb’s of the lots in question, and you will be assumed to be a buyer at the minimum price of 75% of estimate (i.e. reserve) for all such lots. Webb’s will advise Telephone Bidders who have registered at least 24 hours before the auction of any relevant changes to descriptions, withdrawals, or any other sale room notices.

4.7. Online Bidding

Webb’s offers an online bidding service. When bidding online the buyer agrees to be bound by all terms and conditions listed here by Webb’s. Webb’s accepts no responsibility for any errors, failure to execute bids or any other miscommunications regarding this process. It is the online bidder’s responsibility to ensure the accuracy of the relevant information regarding bids, lot numbers and contact details. Webb’s does not charge for this service.

4.8. Reserves

Unless otherwise indicated, all lots are offered subject to a reserve, which is the confidential minimum price below which the Lot will not be sold. The reserve will not exceed the low estimate printed in the catalogue. The auctioneer may open the bidding on any Lot below the reserve by placing a bid on behalf of the Seller. The auctioneer may continue to bid on behalf of seller up to the amount of the reserve, either by placing consecutive bids or by placing bids in response to other bidders.

4.9. Auctioneers Discretion

The Auctioneer has the right at his/ her absolute and sole discretion to refuse any bid, to advance the bidding according to the following indicative steps:

5. After the Sale

5.1. Buyers Premium

In addition to the hammer price, the buyer agrees to pay to Webb’s the buyer’s premium. The buyer’s premium is 19.5% of the hammer price plus GST. (Goods and Services Tax) where applicable.

5.2. Payment and Passing of Title

The buyer must pay the full amount due (comprising the hammer price, buyer’s premium and any applicable taxes and GST) not later than 2 days after the auction date.

The buyer will not acquire title to the lot until Webb’s receives full payment in cleared funds, and no goods under any circumstances will be released without confirmation of cleared funds received. This applies even if the buyer wishes to send items overseas. Payment can be made by direct transfer, cash (not exceeding NZD$5,000, if wishing to pay more than NZD$5,000 then this must be deposited directly into a Bank of New Zealand branch and bank receipt supplied) and EFTPOS (please check the daily limit). Payments can be made by debit card or credit card in person with a 2.2% merchant fee for Visa, Mastercard and Paywave, and 3.3% for American Express. Invoices that are in excess of $5,000 and where the card holder is not present, cannot be charged to a credit card without prior arrangement. Cheques are no longer accepted.

The buyer is responsible for any bank fees and charges applicable for the transfer of funds into Webb’s account.

5.3. Collection of Purchases & Insurance

Webb’s is entitled to retain items sold until all amounts due to us have been received in full in cleared funds. Subject to this, the Buyer shall collect purchased lots within 2 days from the date of the sale unless otherwise agreed in writing between Webb’s and the Buyer.

At the fall of the hammer, insurance is the responsibility of the purchaser.

5.4. Packing, Handling and Shipping

Webb’s will be able to suggest removals companies that the buyer can use but takes no responsibility whatsoever for the actions of any recommended third party. Webb’s can pack and handle goods purchased at the auction by agreement and a charge will be made for this service. All packing, shipping, insurance, postage & associated charges will be borne by the purchaser.

Absentee bids must follow these increments and any bids that don’t follow the steps will be rounded up to the nearest acceptable bid.

5.5. Permits, Licences and Certificates

Under The Protected Objects Act 1975, buyers may be required

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to obtain a licence for certain categories of items in a sale from the Ministry of Culture & Heritage, PO Box 5364, Wellington.

5.6. Remedies for Non-Payment

If the Buyer fails to make full payment immediately, Webb’s is entitled to exercise one or more of the following rights or remedies (in addition to asserting any other rights or remedies available under the law)

5.6.1. to charge interest at such a rate as we shall reasonably decide.

5.6.2. to hold the defaulting Buyer liable for the total amount due and to commence legal proceedings for its recovery along with interest, legal fees and costs to the fullest extent permitted under applicable law.

5.6.3. to cancel the sale.

5.6.4. to resell the property publicly or privately on such terms as we see fit.

5.6.5. to pay the Seller an amount up to the net proceeds payable in respect of the amount bid by the defaulting Buyer. In these circumstances the defaulting Buyer can have no claim upon Webb’s in the event that the item(s) are sold for an amount greater than the original invoiced amount.

5.6.6. to set off against any amounts which Webb’s may owe the Buyer in any other transactions, the outstanding amount remaining unpaid by the Buyer.

5.6.7. where several amounts are owed by the Buyer to us, in respect of different transactions, to apply any amount paid to discharge any amount owed in respect of any particular transaction, whether or not the Buyer so directs.

5.6.8. to reject at any future auction any bids made by or on behalf of the Buyer or to obtain a deposit from the Buyer prior to accepting any bids.

5.6.9. to exercise all the rights and remedies of a person holding security over any property in our possession owned by the Buyer whether by way of pledge, security interest or in any other way, to the fullest extent permitted by the law of the place where such property is located. The Buyer will be deemed to have been granted such security to us and we may retain such property as collateral security for said Buyer’s obligations to us.

5.6.10. to take such other action as Webb’s deem necessary or appropriate.

If we do sell the property under paragraph (4), then the defaulting Buyer shall be liable for payment of any deficiency between the total amount originally due to us and the price obtained upon reselling as well as for all costs, expenses, damages, legal fees and commissions and premiums of whatever kinds associated with both sales or otherwise arising from the default.

If we pay any amount to the Seller under paragraph (5) the Buyer acknowledges that Webb’s shall have all of the rights of the Seller, however arising, to pursue the Buyer for such amount.

5.7. Failure to Collect Purchases

Where purchases are not collected within 2 days from the sale date, whether or not payment has been made, we shall be permitted to remove the property to a warehouse at the buyer’s expense, and only release the items after payment in full has been made of removal, storage handling, insurance and any other costs incurred, together with payment of all other amounts due to us.

6. Extent of Webb’s Liability

Webb’s agrees to refund the purchase price in the circumstances of the Limited Warranty set out in paragraph 7 below. Apart from that, neither the Seller nor we, nor any of our employees or agents are responsible for the correctness of any statement of whatever kind concerning any lot, whether written or oral, nor for any other errors or omissions in description or for any faults or defects in any lots. Except as stated in paragraph 7 below, neither the Seller, ourselves, our officers, agents or employees give any representation warranty or guarantee or assume any liability of any kind in respect of any lot with regard to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, description, size, quality, condition, attribution, authenticity, rarity, importance, medium, provenance, exhibition history, literature or historical relevance. Except as required by local law any warranty of any kind is excluded by this paragraph.

7. Limited Warranty

Subject to the terms and conditions of this paragraph, the Seller warrants for the period of thirty days from the date of the sale that any property described in this catalogue (noting such description may be

amended by any saleroom notice or announcement) which is stated without qualification to be the work of a named author or authorship is authentic and not a forgery. The term “Author” or “authorship” refers to the creator of the property or to the period, culture, source, or origin as the case may be, with which the creation of such property is identified in the catalogue.

The warranty is subject to the following:

it does not apply where a) the catalogue description or saleroom notice corresponded to the generally accepted opinion of scholars and experts at the date of the sale or fairly indicated that there was a conflict of opinions, or b) correct identification of a lot can be demonstrated only by means of a scientific process not generally accepted for use until after publication of the catalogue or a process which at the date of the publication of the catalogue was unreasonably expensive or impractical or likely to have caused damage to the property.

the benefits of the warranty are not assignable and shall apply only to the original buyer of the lot as shown on the invoice originally issued by Webb’s when the lot was sold at Auction.

the Original Buyer must have remained the owner of the lot without disposing of any interest in it to any third party.

The Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy against the Seller in place of any other remedy which might be available, is the cancellation of the sale and the refund of the original purchase price paid for the lot less the buyer’s premium which is non-refundable. Neither the Seller nor Webb’s will be liable for any special, incidental nor consequential damages including, without limitation, loss of profits.

The Buyer must give written notice of claim to us within thirty days of the date of the Auction. The Seller shall have the right, to require the Buyer to obtain two written opinions by recognised experts in the field, mutually acceptable to the Buyer and Webb’s to decide whether or not to cancel the sale under warranty.

the Buyer must return the lot to Seller in the same condition that it was purchased.

8. Severability

If any part of these Conditions of Sale is found by any court to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, that part shall be discounted, and the rest of the Conditions shall continue to be valid to the fullest extent permitted by law.

9. Copyright

The copyright in all images, illustrations and written material produced by Webb’s relating to a lot including the contents of this catalogue, is and shall remain the property at all times of Webb’s and shall not be used by the Buyer, nor by anyone else without our prior written consent. Webb’s and the Seller make no representation or warranty that the Buyer of a property will acquire any copyright or other reproduction rights in it.

10. Law and Jurisdiction

These terms and conditions and any matters concerned with the foregoing fall within the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New Zealand, unless otherwise stated.

11. Pre-Sale Estimates

Webb’s publishes with each catalogue our opinion as to the estimated price range for each lot. These estimates are approximate prices only and are not intended to be definitive. They are prepared well in advance of the sale and may be subject to revision. Interested parties should contact Webb’s prior to auction for updated pre-sale estimates and starting prices.

12. Sale Results

Webb’s will provide auction results, which will be available as soon as possible after the sale. Results will include buyer’s premium. These results will be posted at www.webbs.co.nz.

13. Goods and Service Tax

GST is applicable on the hammer price in the case where the seller is selling property that is owned by an entity registered for GST. GST is also applicable on the hammer price in the case where the seller is not a New Zealand resident. These lots are denoted by a dagger symbol † placed next to the estimate. GST is also applicable on the buyer’s premium.

14. Māori Taonga

Please note that Y-registered Māori taonga can only be purchased by registered collectors of taonga tūturu.

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