The summer Fine & Decorative sale at Roseberys saw noteworthy results for beautiful works of art produced from Europe, China and the Pacific.
Leading the sale was a private collection of eight lots of Neapolitan creche figures dating to the late 18th and early 19th century. Produced with astonishingly life-like features, the group captured the interest of private collectors in Italy, with energetic bidding from two telephones and online. The lots have returned to Naples where they were created over 200 years ago. The highlight was lot 521, a group of traditional Nativity figures, which included a remarkable angel with stunning flowing hair, that achieved a hammer price of £30,140.
“We are delighted with the results of the sale. It was especially exciting to see the exceptional results for the collection of Neapolitan creche figures, which produced a combined total of £76,585, and the Maori nephrite hei-tiki pendant which sold for £15,744,” commented Anna Evans, Head of Sale.
Notable sales include:
Almost certainly produced by a master workshop, this rare group included a rearing white stallion, was keenly competed for by bidders from Naples.
LOT 802: A Chinese burgundy lacquered and polychrome painted console table - £23,616
Inset with stunning late 18th century blue and white porcelain plaques, robust bidding from Chinese bidders on 4 telephones battled for this lot.
LOT 779: An Italian parcel gilt grotto chair, attributed to Pauly et Cie, 19th century - £5,510
The enduring appeal of grotto furniture exemplified in the shell and dolphin carving of this chair ensured it soared above estimate.
Lot 515 - A George III wood doll, late 18th century - £6,035
This rarity of this English doll confirmed its attraction to the collectors and a hammer price above top estimate.
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