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THURSDAY 30 JUNE, 6.30PM
A PRIVATE COLLECTION FINE FURNITURE & DECORATIVE ARTS
Single-Owner Auction Specialists
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James Hogan09 524 [email protected]
Condition Reports, Photo Requests & Collections
Caolán McAleer09 524 [email protected]
Cover image Interior shot of one of Auckland’s grandest homes. Featuring lots 6, 19 and 64
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ViewingSaturday 25 June 11.00am — 3.00pmSunday 26 June 11.00am — 3.00pmMonday 27 June 9.00am — 5.30pmTuesday 28 June 9.00am — 5.30pmWednesday 29 June 9.00am — 5.30pmThursday 30 June 9.00am — 6.30pm
AuctionThursday 30 June 2016, 6.30pm
Location
Mossgreen-Webb’s 23-25 Falcon Street Parnell Auckland 1052
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IntroductionThe contents of one of New Zealand’s most prestigious and luxurious residences
Mossgreen-Webb’s is honoured to present a forthcoming single-owner auction: A Private Collection of Fine Furniture and Decorative Arts, to be held on Thursday 30 June at 6.30pm.
The auction showcases over 70 lots of fine 20th century furniture and a range of decorative arts which would elegantly dress any home. Among many highlights from the residence there are: a Louis XV style armchair, a French provincial style oak sideboard, two neoclassical inspired circular side tables in hardwood, two Chinese porcelain floor vases, a marble-topped coffee table, a Louis XV style sleigh bed and a spectacular mahogany circular dining table. The auction also includes soft furnishings such as, decorative cushions, knotted carpets, as well as Italian furniture from the makers Mobili D’epoca.
For any enquiries regarding this auction, or for advice on selling complete collections, please contact James Hogan on 09 524 6804 or [email protected]
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1. A Decorative Glass BowlMade from glass lozenges and chandelier crystals, standing on a glass double plinth base. Diameter 400mm Height 245mm$300 - $500
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2. Two Lamp BasesFaceted, graded knobs of crystal standing on square chamfered bases standing on glass ball feet with shades, one with faults. Height overall 820mm$400 - $600
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3. A Glass Steel and Iron Coffee TableThe outside frame in square section steel with glass over a decorative panel of hand beaten wrought iron with swirls and leaves. Length 1420mm x Width 920mm$500 - $800
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4. A Brass Standard LampTwo fluted columns supporting a Corinthian capital. Standing on a square section stone base. With an upturned dish shaped glass shade. Height overall 1910mm$400 - $600
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5. Two Large Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Floor VasesUnderglaze painting of wild horses in a mountain landscape, one with crack. Height 1395mm$400 - $800
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6. Two Blue and White Chinese Porcelain JardinieresWith underglaze painted dragons and with lions mask lugs around the shoulder of each, planted with faux palms. Diameter 470mm Height 440mm$300 - $600
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9. Two Textured Cement JardinieresContaining ficus plants with decorative twisted trunks.$150 - $300
8. A White Marble Topped Coffee TableThe top shaped and standing on painted and gilded wooden base. The four fluted legs joined by a shaped stretcher. Length 970mm Wide 640mm$500 - $800
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7. A Blue and White Chinese Porcelain Punch BowlA blue and white Chinese porcelain punch bowl with underlay scroll decoration. Planted with faux white roses. Diameter 480mm$150 - $300
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10. A Circular Jardiniere StandWith marble inset top on a painted base with four legs mounted with acanthus carving. Diameter 380mm Height 700mm$200 - $400
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11. Two Wingbacked ArmchairsThe frames in limned oak with shaped arms and standing on cabriole legs handsomely upholstered in light tan hide and beige linen.$2,000 - $3,000
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12. A Refectory Table in Solid Limned OakCleated plank top standing on stretcher base which has X shaped supports to each end. Length 3000mm Width 1000mm$2,000 - $3,000
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15. Two Oval Occasional TablesThe top veneered in quarted burr walnut and with brass rims. Four tapered legs with square section brass stretchers. Length 615mm Width 430mm Height 620mm$600 - $900
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17. Two Trays in MahoganyWith rosewood cross handling. Scroll carved borders mounted with brass carrying handles. Branded Maitland Smith. Length 750mm Width 470mm$400 - $600
14. An ArmchairWith fitted seat cushion and straight skirt. Scrolled arms, currently upholstered in beige velvet with toning cushion.$200 - $400
13. Two Circular Low Stands in Sandblasted ElmThe tops mounted with brass lion masks, standing on a triform base. Diameter 350mm Height 650mm$500 - $800
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16. Two Louis XV Style Two Drawer CommodesIn veneered walnut and standing on cabriole legs. The drawers are decorated with gilded acanthus motif carving and mounted with a single brass drop handle. Branded Maitland Smith. Width 1260mm Depth 500mm Height 880mm$4,000 - $6,000
Lot 17 illlustrated on page 19.
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18. Two Side ChairsBlack lacquered and gilded frames the legs of faux bamboo shape, upholstered seats and the shaped backs with inset cane panels with two cushions. Branded Lilian August for Hickory White.$1,000 - $1,500
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19. Two Finely Detailed SetteesIn beech standing on turned front legs and with inset woven cane seats. The backs with X shaped insets with gold and light brown velvet cushions. Width 1000mm$1,000 - $2,000
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20. A Beech Framed Office ChairSwivel action on five point base with black casters. Height adjustor, upholstered in brown studded leather.$400 - $800
21. Two Circular Side TablesThe carved and fluted support legs standing on shaped platform bases. The tops with geometrical inlays in rosewood and boxwood. Diameter 680mm$1,000 - $2,000
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22. A Double StoolWith ebonised and gilded frame. The ends with circular cut out fret work. Faux bamboo legs upholstered in pale gold shot silk and with two aqua silk cushions. Branded Drexel Heritage. Length 1330mm Width 520mm$750 - $1,500
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23. A Large Louis XVI Style Three-Drawer CommodeIn walnut and standing on tapered legs. The drawers are panelled and have extensive foliate marquetry inlays in various light veneers. The top inlaid with a roundel of acanthus leaves. Branded Mobili D’Epoca, Italy. Width 1450mm Depth 630mm Height 970mm$3,000 - $4,000
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24. A Circular Occasional TableThe four fluted legs joined by a shaped stretcher. The top with walnut wedge shaped slices of veneer above an ornately pierced carved and gilded frieze. Branded Maitland Smith. Diameter 730mm$800 - $1,200
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25. A Marble Topped TableThe four fluted legs joined by a shaped stretcher above an ornately pierced carved and gilded frieze. Branded Maitland Smith. Length 1360mm Width 380mm Height 890mm$1,000 - $2,000
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26. A French Provincial Style Sideboard in OakTwo large cupboards flanking two bow fronted drawers and a small cupboard. The doors with inset panels surmounted with floral carving. Parquet top. Length 2160mm Depth 570mm$1,000 - $2,000
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27. A Bronze StatueWinged Victory resting on her sword. Composite marble base. Height 940mm$1,000 - $2,000
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28. A Louis XV Style ArmchairWith white painted frame and together with a matching stool. Upholstered in pink, sage green and white carved velvet.$750 - $1,200
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29. A Circular Centre TableStanding on four fluted tulip shaped legs which are connected by a shaped stretcher. The top has a frieze in burr walnut and is inlaid in burr and straight grained walnut, central inlaid scallop shaped roundel. Branded Maitland King. Diameter 1050mm$1,500 - $2,500
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30. A Spectacular Circular Dining TableThe top, with moulded edge to the perimeter is composed of sixteen wedge shaped pieces of flame hardwood veneer. This stands atop a large central baluster shaped fluted column which in turn stands on a shaped platform base supported on four paw feet with acanthus carving. Diameter 2200mm$5,000 - $7,000
31. Eight Fully Upholstered Dining ChairsStanding on tapered front legs the serpentine shaped seats and the shaped backs with floating buttons and studs.$3,000 - $4,000
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32. A Cream Coloured Entertainment CentreIn the Form of a French Provincial Armoire. The top section houses the television cupboard and the bottom cupboard opens on to three drawers and three shelves. The whole surmounted by a deep cornice with fruit and foliate carving. Width 1400mm Depth 750mm Height 2360mm$2,000 - $4,000
33. Two Neoclassical Inspired Circular Side TablesIn Hardwood. Each has a top with partial Greek key pattern gallery which swivels to open a well in the frieze which in turn is mounted with a band of anthemion and acanthus metal mounts. Gilded acanthus carved central columns are mounted on triform bases which are supported on paw feet. Diameter 490mm$4,000 - $6,000
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35. A Chinese Blue and White Porcelain VaseOf baluster shape converted to a lamp base. Mythical bird decoration together with a linen shade. Height overall 880mm$400 - $600
34. Two Rectangular Tray Topped Occasional TablesEach standing on four tapered legs with X stretcher. The tops with glass over gold textured finish. Length 620mm Width 320mm$600 - $1,000
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37. Two CushionsHot pink ground, paisley pattern. Square 560mm$100 - $200
38. Five CushionsTwo with embroidered floral faces, one in stripes, one salmon coloured velvet with linen back and one small square cushion.$200 - $400
36. A Louis XV Style Day BedWith moulded putty coloured painted frame and upholstered in neutral beige linen. Length 2000mm Width 1100mm$500 - $1,000
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39. Light Weight Floor RugIn pink and beige cotton and wool by Laura Ashley. Small fault in centre. Length 1800mm Width 1200mm$200 - $300
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40. Two Solid Oak Bedside CabinetsWith lime wash finish. Single drawers with crystal knobs. Shaped front legs. Small crack in one. Width 700mm Depth 425mm$300 - $500
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41. A Mirrored Glass Dressing TableWith two drawers and white painted front legs. Length 710mm Depth 400mm$300 - $500
42. A Mirrored Console TableWith single drawer to the shaped frieze. Chamfered corners and standing on four shaped legs. Width 1300mm Depth 500mm$500 - $800
43. An Oak Bedside CabinetWith three moulded front drawers. Shaped front legs. Crack on the top. Width 650mm Depth 450mm$200 - $400
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44. A Louis XVI Style ArmchairWith painted and acanthus carved wooden frame. The top rail carved with quivers of arrows. Upholstered in beige velvet.$500 - $1,000
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45. A Louis XV Style King Size BedThe ends shaped and with wooden frames. Upholstered in salmon coloured velvet. Sealy mattress (two king singles) and base.$1,000 - $2,000
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47. Table LampA pale blue glazed porcelain baluster shaped base. With shade. Height overall 600mm$200 - $300
46. Two Table LampsIn crackle glazed cream coloured porcelain. Double globe shape. With Shades. Height including shades 960mm$400 - $600
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48. A Chaise LoungeWith fully deep buttoned upholstery in beige velvet together with cushion in same velvet. Length 1700mm$500 - $900
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49. Two Lattice Backed ArmchairsWith painted and gilded wooden frames. The backs with lattice infill. Upholstered in pale green sateen.$800 - $1,200
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50. Two ChestsEach with three drawers with overall painted decoration. Panels of blossom covered boughs in celadon green and beige. Width 960mm Depth 460mm$1,500 - $2,000
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51. A Low Square Shaped TableIn satinwood and walnut. The top with quartered veneers centred on a burr walnut cartouche and with ebony stringing. The scroll shaped legs connected to a shaped stretcher. Square 1100mm Height 480mm$1,500 - $2,500
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52. Two Regency Style SideboardsEach sideboard incorporates a double doored cupboard with inset panels of flamed veneers flanked by gilded and reeded frames. The sides of concave panels containing black and gold lacquer chinoiserie decoration surmounted by brass gallery and standing on turned legs. Branded Maitland Smith. Width 1405mm Depth 425mm Height 940mm$2,000 - $4,000
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53. An Ebonised Centre TableOf basic rectangular shape with bowed ends. The top has an acanthus carved gilded edge which encloses an inset glass top which is back painted with interlocking foliate swirls and lines. The frieze of the top incorporates four drawers. Standing on four turned and fluted legs connected by a shaped stretcher. Branded Maitland Smith. Length 1500mm Width 980mm Height 630mm$2,000 - $3,000
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54. Two Matching Regency Style SetteesEach settee has an ebonised and gilded frame and stands on slightly sabre shaped legs. Scroll arms connect to the upright back which has an infill of interconnected circles. Upholstered in pale lemon silk. Branded Maitland Smith. Width 1450mm$1,000 - $2,000
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55. Two CushionsCovered in pale lime and blue toile de jouy. Feather filled. Square 500mm$50 - $100
56. Two CushionsCovered in black faux fur. Feather filled. Square 500mm$50 - $100
57. A Double StoolStanding on six fluted and carved tapering legs. Distressed paint finish. Upholstered in light brown velvet. Length 1400mm Depth 400mm$500 - $800
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58. Two Matching Table LampsThe bases with square ebonised plinths on which stand gilded acanthus leaves in composite material. Together with square black shades. Height overall 990mm$300 - $600
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59. Two Matching Table LampsSquare section with dull bronze coloured metal bases. Supporting an acanthus decorated column. Together with pleated lampshades. Height overall 900mm$400 - $700
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60. A Classic Urn Shaped Table LampIn the form of an acanthus handled decorated squat urn. Partial gilt composite material. Together with black shade. Height overall 800mm$200 - $400
61. A Classic Urn Shaped Table LampStanding on square section plinth base the urn decorated with swirling acanthus leaves. Partial gilt and paint. Together with a drum shaped shade. Height overall 1000mm$300 - $600
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62. A Metal and Glass Centre TableThe top is of shaped ovoid form with applied three rope strand decoration and holds a bevel edged glass. Standing on eight tubular tapered legs with ball finials to each. Interconnecting shaped stretcher rails. Length 1540mm Width 1030mm Height 585mm$1,000 - $1,500
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63. A Metal and Marble Coffee TableThe base on four legs is connected by intertwining rustic branches. The top is variegated clay and grey coloured marble. Length 1220mm Width 760mm Height 490mm$500 - $1,000
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64. A Circular Regency Style TableThe tri form base stands on three massive gilded hairy paw feet and supports a tapered fluted column. The top has a moulded edge above a ripple shaped frieze and is geometrically inlaid all over, centering on a roundel which has star burst decoration. Mixture of exotic timbers. Diameter 1500mm$1,500 - $3,000
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65. Two Matching ArmchairsPainted wooden frames with scroll shaped arm supports. The front legs of spiral, tapered shape. Distressed ivory colour with silver grey accents. Upholstered in putty coloured velvet with toning cushions.$1,500 - $2,000
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66. Two Matching CommodesIn Ivory coloured paint finish. Comprising three long drawers with scroll and floriate decoration centering on the key escutcheon metal ring handles, fluted sides and with toned marble tops. Branded Monarch Fine Furniture. Width 1210mm Depth 460mm Height 880mm$2,000 - $4,000
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67. A Two-Seater Knole SofaWith two seat cushions (fault), straight skirt and upholstered in a mustard coloured textured velvet. Branded Laura Ashley. Width 2200mm$1,000 - $2,000
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68. A Louis XV Style SofaThe frame in mustard coloured beech. Shaped front standing on short cabriole legs. Wing backed with floating buttons and with three loose seat cushions upholstered in beige linen. Cracks in frame top left and right. Length 1750mm$1,200 - $1,500
69. Four CushionsThe faces covered in blossom patterned velvet. Square 420mm$100 - $200
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70. Two Matching Venetian Style MirrorsThe outer borders in distressed mirror with painted or etched floral decoration and borders with cut rondels. Surmounted by a scrolling pediment of acanthus and stylised anthemion. Centering on an oval bevel edged mirror. Height 1520mm Width 850mm$3,000 - $5,000
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71. A Large Hand Knotted CarpetThe central ground in pale grey/blue with trailing foliate motifs in beige and light brown. The main border with beige ground. Length 4550 Width 3700$2,000 - $3,000
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72. A Large Hand Knotted CarpetThe central ground in pale grey blue with trailing foliate motifs in beige and light brown. The main border with beige ground. Length 4480 Width 3550$2,000 - $3,000
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73. Two Marble VasesMounted with ornate metal handles the baluster shaped vases in black marble with white striation. Height 470mm$1,000 - $1,500
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FINAL ENTRIES INVITEDFINE JEWELS & WATCHES Monday 29 August 2016, Melbourne
Entries Close: 30 June 2016
Contact: Tam FraserJewellery Specialist09 524 [email protected]
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The Sierd Bouma Collection Part IIISATURDAY 16 JULY & SUNDAY 17 JULY, 2016
Comprising scientific and nautical collectables, horological timepieces, Oceanic artefacts, Sumida pottery, telescopes, and one of the largest collections of cameras to ever be offered at auction in New Zealand.
Catalogue Online: 1 July 2016
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Paul is a respected specialist in the fields of Australian art, Chinese and Asian arts and European design, antiques and art. He has over thirty years of experience working in the art and antiques industry with international and Australian auction houses. Paul is CEO of Mossgreen which is now Australia’s largest multi-department auction house and since acquiring the former Webb’s auction house in New Zealand, the company is now run as a trans-Tasman regional business.
Caolán McAleer | Single-Owner Collections | [email protected]
Caolán holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Media, Cultural Studies and Marketing from John Moores University in Liverpool and has a background in sales and marketing. Caolán brings to Webb’s his experience working in the Fine Art department of Gormleys, one of Ireland’s leading commercial art galleries and auction houses.
James Hogan | Single-Owner Collections | [email protected]
James is one of New Zealand’s most experienced specialist valuers and appraisers. He has provided almost three decades of service to the growth and development of Webb’s as New Zealand’s leading auction house. James has been involved in many of Webb’s most successful auctions over the years, in a variety of departments, and holds a record for the highest price for a decorative arts item sold at auction in New Zealand.
Peter Downey | Jewellery and Antique Jewels Specialist & Valuer
A founding director of Webb’s jewellery department in the 1980s, Peter has 44 years of market experience and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced jewellery specialists. Peter has a comprehensive knowledge of all materials and styles and his specialist areas include Castellani, Giuliano, Fabergé, Cartier, art nouveau and art deco.
Murdoch McLennan | Consultant
Murdoch joined Webb’s in 1986 as the Antiques Manager. During his tenure he created many auction records including a record price for an Anton Seuffert Bonheur du Jour. Since leaving Webb’s he has been running Murdoch McLennan Antiques which today continues to be one of the few remaining successful antique shops in New Zealand. He specialises in 18th and 19th century furniture, porcelain and silver.
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Fine Art
Sophie Coupland | Director of Art | [email protected]
Sophie Coupland has over 20 years of experience in the sale and marketing of fine art. Her long-standing market-based knowledge, together with significant business and commercial achievements, positions her as one of New Zealand’s most experienced fine art professionals. Sophie has a broad knowledge of New Zealand art history with specialist expertise in modern and contemporary practice.
Briar Williams | Art Department Manager | [email protected]
Briar Williams is an experienced and respected art valuer and auctioneer having worked in both auctions and galleries in New Zealand and Australia for 13 years. Briar was the Head of Art at Leonard Joel, one of the oldest auction houses in Australia, where she oversaw a period of rapid growth in the art department. Briar holds a BA in Art History from the University of Auckland and a Post Graduate Diploma from Sotheby's Institute, London.
Aleksandra Petrovic | Fine Art Specialist | [email protected]
Aleksandra has strong interest in modern and contemporary art and holds a Postgraduate Diploma of Fine Art from Elam School of Fine Arts. With experience working in commercial galleries and for private art consultants, Aleksandra brings a broad knowledge of contemporary art and design to her position at Mossgreen-Webb’s.
Jessica Douglas | Fine Art Specialist | [email protected]
Jessica is currently working towards her MA in Art History at The University of Auckland, where she holds an Honours degree in Art History, a Bachelor of Arts (Art History and French) and a Bachelor of Commerce (Economics and Marketing). She also works with Art News magazine and writes freelance. She has worked on curatorial projects and has interned at the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice and at the Wallace Arts Trust.
Fine & Rare Wines
Reece Warren | Head of Fine & Rare Wines | [email protected]
Reece brings to Mossgreen-Webb’s over 25 years in the industry, encompassing grape growing, sales, marketing and vineyard management. Reece’s international experience includes three years based in England studying and doing vintage in France. He holds a Diploma of Wine (UK Wine and Spirit Trust, England).
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Tam Fraser | Jewellery & Gem Specialist | [email protected]
Tam Fraser brings with her with over fifteen years of wholesale and retail experience in gemstones and jewellery. Tam has spent the last nine years as a Sales and Marketing Manager, diamond grader and jewellery designer for New Zealand’s largest diamond company. She is trained in GIA and HRD diamond grading.
Collectors’ Cars, Motorcycles & Automobilia
Chinese & Asian Art
Robert Richards | Head of Collectors’ Cars, Motorcycles & Automobilia [email protected]
Robert has over eighteen years’ experience within the auction industry both in Australia and North America. Robert became Collectors’ Cars, Motorcycles & Automobilia Specialist for Mossgreen’s newly formed department in 2014. Following two very successful auctions, the department expanded and Robert is now Head of Collectors’ Cars, Motorcycles and Automobilia.
Ray Tregaskis | Head of Asian Art | [email protected]
Ray began collecting Asian art in Europe in 1975 and opened his first gallery in Sydney in January
1979. Ray and his partner Victoria have travelled extensively throughout Asia and Europe over
the past thirty years, holding many exhibitions nationally and internationally with Ray also writing
numerous articles on various aspects of Asian antiques. Ray is a long standing member of the AAADA
and a Valuer of Asian Art Under the Cultural Gifts Scheme for the Commonwealth Government.
Luke Guan | Chinese & Asian Art Specialist | [email protected]
Luke graduated from Christie’s Education in London and University of Glasgow with
Masters in Art History and Art World Practice with a major in Arts of China. He has
worked with Chinese art since 2010; for Christie’s London and Hong Kong, and for leading
Hong Kong antiques gallery – The Joyce Gallery – as a specialist and cataloguer.
Fine Jewels & Watches
Patti Sedgwick | Head of Jewellery | [email protected]
A registered jewellery appraiser, gemmologist and diamond grader with over 20 years of industry experience, Patti brings a wealth of expertise to the Jewellery department at Mossgreen- Webb’s. Patti has previously headed up Fine Jewellery departments at Sotheby’s Australia and Bonhams and conducted many highly successful auctions in Melbourne and Sydney.
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Catherine Davison | Collectors’ Cars, Motorcycles & Automobilia [email protected]
Catherine brings extensive industry experience to Mossgreen-Webb’s and her long-held international associations with some of the most highly respected leaders in engineering, motor sport and blue ribbon auction houses brings a unique cross section of experience to Mossgreen-Webb’s Collectors’ Cars, Motor Cycles & Automobilia Department.
International Decorative Arts
Jennifer Gibson | Head of Decorative Arts | [email protected]
Jennifer is a well-respected furniture and decorative arts specialist, valuer and auctioneer with a wide-ranging knowledge of her field. Her expertise includes English, Australian and Continental furniture, ceramics, glass, sculpture and silver coupled with a keen interest in Asian works of Art including Japanese ceramics and textiles.
Sandy Bruce | Senior Specialist, Decorative Arts | [email protected]
Sandy is well respected in the industry, having worked at Sotheby’s in the United Kingdom and in Australia for more than 30 years. Sandy has been involved in the sale of some of the most important decorative arts collections in Australia including The David Lawrence Collection and The John Weller Collection of Oriental & Decorative Art.
Oceanic, Māori & Indigenous Arts
Bill Evans | Head of Early Aboriginal & Oceanic Art | [email protected]
Bill has specialised in tribal art, antique rugs and Asian textiles in Sydney for more than 35 years. He graduated magna cum laude in History from the University of Minnesota and formerly ran the Caspian Gallery in Paddington, Sydney. Bill has been a frequent speaker to museum and textile groups through the years and has written articles on Oceanic and Aboriginal collections in Australian museums for the magazine Tribal Art, the international bible for tribal art enthusiasts.
Jesse De Deyne | Deputy Director of Australian Indigenous Art [email protected]
Jesse studied Art History and Business Management at The University of Queensland and combines his knowledge of both subjects in his role at Mossgreen-Webb’s. He has a long-standing passion for Australian indigenous art and has spent time volunteering at the Maningrida Art & Culture Centre and Bula’bula Arts centre in Arnhem Land, as well as in the Kimberley region.
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Sporting Memorabilia
Max Williamson | Head of Sporting Memorabilia | [email protected]
Max began his career in collectables when Stanley Gibbons Ltd opened an office in Melbourne in 1979, specialising in rare stamps and postal history. He trained in London, spending time with the rare stamps, auctions, publishing, maps and scripophily (old bonds and share certificates) departments. After 15 years, he joined Leski Auctions in 1994, and helped to introduce and grow the sports and general memorabilia auctions.
Stamps, Coins & Postal History
Gary Watson | Head of Philately & Numismatics | [email protected]
Gary has been a professional philatelist since 1979. As proprietor of Prestige Philately, he earned a reputation as one of the most innovative and respected stamp auctioneers in the world. A passionate collector since childhood, Gary has formed several significant/important collections of stamps, postmarks, postal history, postal stationery, and philatelic literature. He has been a successful exhibitor and is a qualified National judge in three disciplines.
Charles Leski | Deputy Chairman/Philately & Historical Memorabilia
Charles established Leski Auctions in 1973. Initially focusing on Philately books, the company soon diversified into other collecting fields including Sporting Memorabilia, Coins and Banknotes, Cameras and Photography, Australiana, Historical Documents and Letters and other collectables. Charles became established as a leading authority in the field of Collectables in Australia and by 2013, the company was conducting twenty auctions a year with extensive buyer participation from interstate and overseas. a successful exhibitor and is a qualified National judge in three disciplines.
Nick Anning | Philately & Numismatics Specialist | [email protected]
Nick has been a collector of stamps and coins since childhood, with a focus on stamps from Great Britain. He worked in a variety of non-philatelic roles in the UK, France and Spain before settling in Australia 1999. Nick worked for Prestige Philately for eight years before joining Mossgreen as Stamps & Coins specialist in 2014. He is a member of The Royal Philatelic Society of Victoria and Great Britain Philatelic Society.
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St John’s car parkUnder new ownership, Mossgreen-Webb’s now provides ample parking for our clients
AUCTION NIGHTS PARKING
50 client parking spaces, 1.5 minutes walk.St John’s car park, 244 Parnell Road. Please view on map.
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Terms & Conditions for Buyers1. BIDDINGThe highest bidder shall be the purchaser subject to the auctioneer having the right to refuse the bid of any person. Should any dispute arise as to the bidding the lot in dispute will be immediately put up for sale again at the preceding bid or the auctioneer may declare the purchaser which declaration shall be conclusive. No person shall advance less as a bid than the sum nominated by the auctioneer. A bid may be withdrawn before the auctioneer declares that bidding on a lot is closed.
2. RESERVESAll lots are sold subject to the right of the seller or his agent to impose a reserve.
3. REGISTRATIONPurchasers shall complete a bidding card before the sale giving their own correct name address and telephone number. It is accepted by bidders that the supply of false information on a bidding card shall be interpreted as deliberate fraud.
4. BUYERS’ PREMIUMThe purchaser accepts that Mossgreen-Webb’s will apply a buyer’s premium which is charged in addition to the hammer price (unless otherwise stated) together with GST on the premium, which combined sum shall be the total purchase price. The rate of Buyers Premium is published in each catalogue online in conjunction with the catalogue. Please note that there is a minimum Buyers’ Premium of 17.5%.
5. PAYMENTPayment for all items purchased is due on the day of sale immediately following completion of the sale. If full payment cannot be made on the day of sale a deposit of 10% of the total sum due must be made on the day of sale and the balance must be paid, in clear funds, within 5 working days. Payment is by cash, bank (cashiers) cheque, Eftpos or credit card. Personal and private bank cheques will be accepted but must be cleared within 5 working days of completion of the sale.
6. LOTS SOLD AS VIEWEDAll lots are sold as viewed and with all errors to description faults and imperfections whether visible or not. Mossgreen-Webb’s has used its skills and experience to ensure the genuineness or authenticity of each lot but, as it is impossible to provide conclusive proof of genuineness or authenticity for most items, buyers should proceed upon their own judgement. Buyers shall be deemed to have inspected the lots or to have made enquiries to their complete satisfaction prior to sale and by the act of bidding shall be deemed to be satisfied with the lots in all respects.
7. Mossgreen-Webb’s ACT AS AGENTSThey have full discretion to conduct all aspects of the sale and to withdraw any lot from the sale without giving any reason.
8. COLLECTIONPurchases are to be taken away at the
buyer’s expense immediately after the sale once payment in full has been made. If this is not done, Mossgreen-Webb’s will not be responsible if the lot is lost stolen damaged or destroyed. Any payment by cheque will not be considered paid until the payment has cleared.
Any items not collected within seven days of the auction may be subject to a storage and insurance fee. A receipted invoice must be produced prior to delivery of any lot.
9. LICENCESBuyers who purchase an item which falls within the provisions of the Antiquities Act 1975 or the Arms Act 1958 cannot take possession of that item until they have shown to Mossgreen-Webb’s a license under the appropriate Act.
10. FAILURE TO MAKE PAYMENTIf a purchaser fails either to pay for or take away any lot Mossgreen-Webb’s shall without further notice to the purchaser at its absolute discretion and without prejudice to any other rights or remedies it may have be entitled to exercise one or more of the following rights or remedies:
a. To issue proceeding against the purchaser for damages for breach of contract.
b. To rescind the sale of that or any other lot sold to the purchaser at the same or any other auction.
c. To resell the lot by public or private sale.
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Any deficiency resulting from such resale, after giving credit to the purchaser for any part payment together with all costs incurred in connection with the lot, shall be paid to Mossgreen-Webb’s by the purchaser. Any surplus over the proceeds of sale shall belong to the seller and in this condition the expression “proceeds of sale” shall have the same meaning in relation to a sale by private treaty as it has in relation to a sale by auction.
d. To store the lot whether at Mossgreen-Webb’s own premises or elsewhere at the sole expense of the purchaser and to release the lot only after the purchase price has been paid in full plus the accrued cost of removal storage and all other costs connected to the lot.
e. To charge interest on the purchase price at a rate 2% above Mossgreen-Webb’s bankers’ then current rate for commercial overdraft facilities to the extent that the price or any part of it remains unpaid for more than seven days from the date of the sale.
f. To retain possession of that or any other lot purchased by the purchaser at that or any other auction and to release the same only after payment of money due.
g. To apply the proceeds of sale of any lot then or subsequently due to the purchaser towards settlement of money due to Mossgreen-Webb’s or it’s vendor. Mossgreen-Webb’s shall be entitled to
a possessory lien on any property of the purchaser for any purpose while any money remains unpaid under this contract.
h. To apply any payment made by the purchaser to Mossgreen-Webb’s towards any money owing to Mossgreen-Webb’s in respect of anything whatsoever irrespective of any directive given in respect of or restriction placed upon such payment by the purchaser whether expressed or implied.
i. Title and right of disposal of the goods shall not pass to the purchaser until payment has been made in full by cleared funds. Where any lot purchased in held by Mossgreen-Webb’s pending i. clearance of funds by the purchaser or ii. completion of payment after receipt of a deposit the lot will be held by Mossgreen-Webb’s as bailee for the vendor risk and title passing to the purchaser immediately upon notification of clearance of funds or upon completion of purchase. In the event that a lot is lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed before title is transferred to the purchaser, the purchaser shall be entitled to a refund of all monies paid to Mossgreen-Webb’s in respect of that lot but shall not be entitled to any compensation for any consequent losses howsoever arising.
11. BIDDERS DEEMED PRINCIPALSAll bidders shall be held personally and solely liable for all obligations arising from any bid including both telephone and absentee bids. Any person wishing to bid as agent for a third party must obtain written
authority to do so from Mossgreen-Webb’s prior to bidding.
12.SUBJECT BIDSWhere the highest bid is below the reserve and the auctioneer declares a sale to be “subject to vendor’s consent” or words to that effect the highest bid remains binding upon the bidder until the vendor accepts or rejects it. If the bid is accepted there is a contractual obligation upon the bidder to pay for the lot. However a bid may be withdrawn by the highest bidder at any time before the vendor accepts the bid. Once accepted by the vendor a contract has been formed.
13. SALES POST AUCTION OR BY PRIVATE TREATYThe above conditions shall apply to all buyers of goods from Mossgreen-Webb’s irrespective of the circumstances under which the sale is negotiated.
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Contact: Sophie CouplandDirector of Art022 510 [email protected]
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