Triangular clasp panel formed as a cluster of granulated grapes, pierced at the upper corners for attachment. 1.12 grams, 21 mm



Ex property of a late Japanese collector, 1970-2000s.

Pyramidal mount with two broad openwork trapezoidal panels, each with a rampant beast in Romanesque style, and two narrow lateral panels each with a band of chevron ornament. 7.37 grams, 29 mm



Ex M Braham, London, UK, 1970s, and Lord Alistair McAlpine, London, UK, collections.

Cluster of larger granules with smaller granule satellites, loop above. 0.52 grams, 9 mm



Ex property of a late Japanese collector, 1970s.

With high-relief central long cross, pellet to the centre and pellets in quadrants; pierced transversely 0.35 grams, 13 mm



Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.

Slender hoop with two small annular glass beads for the bezel. 1.04 grams, 28.17 mm overall, 18.82 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O 1/2, USA 7 1/4, Europe 15.61, Japan 15)



From a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s.

Restrung graduated group of polyhedral lapis lazuli beads with modern beaded and rosette spacers; pelta-shaped pendant with calligraphic script on a textured surface 142 grams, 64 cm



From the private collection of a North West London, UK, gentleman.

Restrung with spherical banded agate and carnelian beads interspersed with glass and metal seed beads. 110 grams, 80 cm long



Ex French gallery, 1970-1990. Paris collection, France.

Painted on a wooden board with mounting slots and panels to the reverse, gessoed surface with painting of the Virgin of Kazan, head of Mary with gilded nimbus and russet-coloured veil, standing infant Jesus similarly nimbate with right hand raised in the pax gesture; gilt monograms to the upper corners and title to the lower left corner. 968 grams, 31 cm high

Fine condition.

Ex property of a London lady, part of her family's collection.

The original icon, also known as the Theotokos of Kazan, is thought to have originated in Constantinople in the 13th century before it was taken to Russia. When the Turks took over Kazan in 1438, the icon was most probably hidden to keep it safe. Ivan the Terrible liberated Kazan in 1552, and the town was destroyed by fire in 1579, after which the icon was found and brought to the Church of Saint Nicholas. It was subsequently stolen in 1904 and never found again, though there are many copies in existence.

David Gregory - Fourth volume - Geneva, 1726, hardback with quarter-calf binding, 320 pp, foldout diagrams. 933 grams, 25.3 x 20.5 cm



Property of an Essex gentleman.

Hollow-formed, standing erect in armoured apparel with helmet, quiver at right hip, left arm bent across the waist and fist clenched to hold a bow. 1.8 kg, 33 cm high



Ex West Country, UK, collection, 1980-1990s.

With vertical painted bands, flared base, ribbed neck and chamfered rim 2.5 kg, 31 cm wide



Ex The C. Roger Moss OBE collection.

The late C. Roger Moss OBE was a renowned art collector who, throughout the years, thanks to his determination and enthusiasm, was able to create an outstanding collection of artworks, most prominently from China and the Orient, but also from other cultures.

With stylised detailing and cylindrical socket. 272 grams, 13 cm high



Acquired 1980-1990s. Ex West Country, UK, collection.