15th Jul, 2022 9:30 GMT/BST
David Battie: A Study Collection
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A Pair of Bois Durci Oval Plaques, 2nd half 19th century, moulded with maidens as Autumn and Winter carrying grapes and corn within scroll borders, 22.5cm high; A Hand Mirror, moulded with flowers, shells and scrolls, 29cm high; A Similar Small Oval Dish, with scroll borders, 16cm; and A Paperweight, of rectangular form, modelled in relief with a draped nymph amongst clouds, 14cm wide (5)
Sold for £40
Estimated at £80 - £120
Auction: David Battie: A Study Collection, 15th Jul, 2022
This Summer Tennants Auctioneers are delighted to present a single-owner sale of ceramics and collector’s curiosities in David Battie: A Study Collection. The sale will comprise over 180 lots of academic interest from David Battie’s extensive and important collection. With an eye for the unusual, David Battie has assembled a fascinating collection filled with rare and interesting pieces.
David Battie joined Sotheby’s in 1965 and worked in the Ceramics and Oriental Art Departments before being made a director in 1976. He was a regular face on the Antiques Roadshow for many years and appeared on the show from the first episode, which was aired in 1977. A leading authority on ceramics, and in particular Chinese and Japanese ceramics, David has written numerous publications on the subject.
Viewing
Sunday 10 July 11am-4pm, Monday 11 July to Thursday 14 July 10am-4pm and morning of sale from 8am. Viewing is open to the public, there is no need to make an appointment.
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