Jun 11, 2024
Highlights From Bukowskis' Important Spring Sale
Magnificent furniture, masterful works of art, and rare jewellery at the Important Spring Sale
After successful auctions for modern and contemporary art and design, Bukowskis concludes the live season with the Important Spring Sale – the largest live auction of the spring, featuring the best of the best in art, furniture, works of art, and jewellery.
The auction featured furniture, handicrafts, and jewellery of consistently high quality. Highlights included a pair of corner cabinets by Gottlieb Iwersson, a magnificent chandelier by Carl Edberg, a section dedicated to W.A. Bolin, and a White Glove for Carl Kempe's Asian gold collection.
High Final Prices for Gottlieb Iwersson
A pair of splendid Gustavian corner cabinets by Gottlieb Iwersson, with provenance from Torup Castle, was the first lot to sale above 1 million SEK. After a lively bidding they sold for the impressive final price of 1.8 million SEK.
Additional highlights in this section included a table by Gottlieb Iwersson, an Empire console table from the early 1800s, and a bureau by the master Nils Petter Stenström, all of which exceeded expectations and sold for several times their estimates.
Carl Edberg's Masterpiece
In the works of art section, a magnificent chandelier by Carl Edberg (circa 1755) in gilded and silvered brass with intricate decoration sold for a final price of 1.5 million SEK. Other highlights included a Rococo lantern from the late 18th century, Empire candelabras, a pair of consoles in the style of Carl Hårleman, and a collection of porphyry and marble.
In the ceramics section, high final prices were achieved for plates, dishes, and tureens in "Flora Danica" from Royal Copenhagen. The extensive carpet department featured, among others, an antique Lahore rug from northern India (modern-day Pakistan) that sold for a closing price of 312,500 SEK. Other highlights from the section included a Western Anatolian "Lotto" from the 17th century, a semi-antique figural Ghom, a semi-antique Isfahan, and a woven tapestry, "Game park," from the mid-16th century.
The W.A. Bolin Collection
Highlights in the silver and objects of vertu section included a Baroque tankard by Johan Ståhle, a pair of late Gustavian candlesticks by Pehr Zethelius, and an imperial presentation box in gold, enamel, and diamonds by Alexander Treiden. A Rococo coffee pot by Henrik Christoffer Klint from 1770 became one of the most expensive items in the section, selling for over twice its estimate at a final price of 625,000 SEK.
Unique to this edition of the Important Spring Sale was a section dedicated to the imperial court jeweller W.A. Bolin and a collection of items with provenance from generations within the Bolin family. Among the high-quality array of enamel works and silver items were a splendid wine cooler, a silver and enamel frame with pearls and diamonds, and a pair of impressive cut glass decanters with silver mounts, which sold for a final price of 825,000 SEK. Among the jewellery signed by Bolin, we saw two exquisite brooches: one with pearls and diamonds, and another with step-cut emeralds and old-cut diamonds. The latter sold for a final price of 725,000 SEK.
Harry Winston Shines
The jewellery section concluded the first day of the auction with more sparkling highlights. Among them were a rare tiara in silver and gold with old-cut and rose-cut diamonds, and a platinum collier with heart-shaped brilliant-cut diamonds from Harry Winston, which sold for a final price of 900,000 SEK.
White Glove for Kempe's Gold Collection
Bukowskis’ Asian department presented items from several prestigious Scandinavian collections this season, such as those of Dr Carl Kempe, Axel Lagrelius, Dag Malms, Klas E Böök, Paul R. Wedendal, and many more.
Carl Kempe’s gold collection achieved a "White Glove" status, meaning all items were sold. Highlights from the collection included a magnificent gold vase dated to the 12th/14th century, which sold for over 1.6 million SEK. Also from the same collection was a spectacular gilt bronze tiger dated to the Six Dynasties period (220-589 AD), which sold for several times its estimate, achieving a final price of 925,000 SEK.
The auction saw a high demand for imperial porcelain, resulting in several lots with a high final price. Highlights included nine bowls from the Qing Dynasty bearing the Daoguang seal mark, which sold for 575,000 SEK. Further notable items included a Sino-Tibetan Adibuddha Vajradhara from the 15th/16th century and a large bronze arrow vase 'Touhu', from the Ming Dynasty (1368–1644).
During the spring live auctions for Contemporary Art and Design, Important Timepieces, and Modern Art & Design, Bukowskis has auctioned art, design, and watches totalling 254,4 million SEK (including fees) and achieved 35 listings above one million.
Consignment is ongoing for upcoming auctions. Please contact Bukowskis specialists today to sell at the best prices on the market.
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Highlights Furniture and Works of Art
17
A Gustavian marquetry and ormolu-mounted commode by N. P. Stenström (master in Stockholm 1782 - 90).
Hammer price
290 000 SEK
Estimate
150 000 - 200 000 SEK
22
A pair of Gustavian marquetry,
ormolu-mounted, and marble encoignures by G. Iwersson (master in Stockholm 1778-1813).
Hammer price
1 450 000 SEK
Estimate
400 000 - 600 000 SEK
34
A Gustavian marquetry,
ormolu-mounted, and marble table by G. Iwersson (master in Stockholm 1778-1813), signed 1781.
Hammer price
660 000 SEK
Estimate
200 000 - 300 000 SEK
41
A Gustavian mahogany and faience tea table,
Stockholm, late 18th century.
Hammer price
50 000 SEK
Estimate
30 000 - 40 000 SEK
52
A Swedish Empire giltwood and marbe console,
Stockholm early 19th century.
Hammer price
170 000 SEK
Estimate
30 000 - 40 000 SEK
53
A pair of Swedish Empire giltwood gueridons,
Stockholm, first part of the 19th century.
Hammer price
36 000 SEK
Estimate
20 000 - 30 000 SEK
107
Carl Edberg's Masterpiece,
a Swedish rococo silvered and gilt-brass six-light chandelier, circa 1755.
Hammer price
1 200 000 SEK
Estimate
1 600 000 - 1 800 000 SEK
107A
A Swedish rococo gilt-brass four-light lantern,
possibly a masterpiece, Stockholm, later part of the 18th century.
Hammer price
230 000 SEK
Estimate
75 000 - 100 000 SEK
111
A Gustavian gilt-brass and cut-glass four-branch chandelier by O. Westerberg (master in Stockholm 1769-1881),
dated 1795.
Hammer price
125 000 SEK
Estimate
50 000 - 75 000 SEK
126
A French Louis XVI ormolu and marble portico mantel clock,
late 18th century.
Hammer price
22 000 SEK
Estimate
15 000 - 18 000 SEK
134
Abraham Cailliatte,
a 17th century gold and enamel pocket watch, the case attributed to Pierre I Huaud.
Hammer price
75 000 SEK
Estimate
30 000 - 50 000 SEK
146
A pair of Empire ormolu and patinated bronze three-branch candelabra,
possibly by R. F. Lindroth (1813-17).
Hammer price
90 000 SEK
Estimate
50 000 - 75 000 SEK
155
A pair of Swedish rococo giltwood consoles in the manner of C. Hårleman,
Stockholm mid 18th century.
Hammer price
100 000 SEK
Estimate
25 000 - 30 000 SEK
160A
A South-German,
presumably Nuremberg, Baroque iron and steel strongbox, later part of the 17th century.
Hammer price
44 000 SEK
Estimate
25 000 - 30 000 SEK
168
A Swedish green 'Waldglas' beaker,
presumably from Skånska glasbruket, Henrikstorp.
Hammer price
44 000 SEK
Estimate
15 000 - 18 000 SEK
199B
Karl XII,
a Swdish plate coin of 1/2 daler silver, Avesta 1718.
Hammer price
40 000 SEK
Estimate
6 000 - 8 000 SEK
201
A Swedish etched brass and steel 'Bergsmansyxa',
dated 1778.
Hammer price
60 000 SEK
Estimate
6 000 - 8 000 SEK
203
A Swedish Naval Officer's sabre of Honour,
given by crown prince Carl Johan around 1815.
Hammer price
65 000 SEK
Estimate
20 000 - 25 000 SEK
213
A Swedish Rörstrand faience tureen with cover,
18th century.
Hammer price
22 000 SEK
Estimate
10 000 - 15 000 SEK
234
A set of 12 Royal Copenhagen 'Flora Danica' dishes,
Denmark, 20th century.
Hammer price
36 000 SEK
Estimate
20 000 - 25 000 SEK
241
An early Royal Copenhagen 'Flora Danica' tureen with cover,
Denmark, circa 1900.
Hammer price
32 000 SEK
Estimate
18 000 - 20 000 SEK
Highlights Silver, Objects of Vertu
336
A Swedish 17th century parcel-gilt silver tankard,
mark of Johan Ståhle, (Stockholm, active 1677-1687 (1694)).
Hammer price
90 000 SEK
Estimate
50 000 - 70 000 SEK
340
A Swedish early 18th century late baroque silverbox with lid,
mark of Petter Bernegau, Stockholm 1707.
Hammer price
50 000 SEK
Estimate
20 000 - 25 000 SEK
347
A Swedish parcel-gilt silver Strawberry bowl/dish,
mark of Johan Wilhelm Helleday, Stockholm 1709.
Hammer price
44 000 SEK
Estimate
18 000 - 20 000 SEK
360
A Swedish 18th century parcel-gilt silver tankard,
mark of Hans Langberg, Söderhamn 1770.
Hammer price
95 000 SEK
Estimate
50 000 - 70 000 SEK
384
A pair Swedish late 18th century silver candelsticks,
mark of Pehr Zethelius, Stockholm 1796.
Hammer price
60 000 SEK
Estimate
60 000 - 80 000 SEK
389
A Rococo silver coffee pot,
by Henrik Christoffer Klint, possibly in collaboration with Christian Precht,Stockholm 1770.
Hammer price
500 000 SEK
Estimate
200 000 - 250 000 SEK
410
A silverware set,
105 pieces, and a cutlery box, marks of Erasmus Lindeström, Stockholm 1901-1902.
Hammer price
90 000 SEK
Estimate
60 000 - 70 000 SEK
429
An Imperial Presentation jewelled gold and enamel box,
Alexander Treiden for Hahn, St Petersburg before 1899.
Hammer price
460 000 SEK
Estimate
500 000 - 600 000 SEK
440
A silver jubilee hardstone and silver mantle clock by W.A. Bolin,
Moscow 1912-1017.
Hammer price
420 000 SEK
Estimate
350 000 - 400 000 SEK
443
A very fine silver Wine cooler,
workmaster Konstantin Linke, C.E. Bolin, Moscow 1893.
Hammer price
350 000 SEK
Estimate
250 000 - 300 000 SEK
446
A pair of important Bolin 18K Gold and Gilt Silver Imperial presentation Malachite dishes,
C.E. Bolin, St Petersburg, ca.
Hammer price
190 000 SEK
Estimate
120 000 - 130 000 SEK
449
An exquisite jewelled and enamelled silver frame,
assay master Ivan Lebedkin, C.E. Bolin, Moscow 1896-1908.
Hammer price
330 000 SEK
Estimate
250 000 - 300 000 SEK
457
A pair of flamboyant and unusual large silver and cut-glass decanters by Wilhelm Bolin Moscow 1912-1917.
Hammer price
660 000 SEK
Estimate
300 000 - 350 000 SEK
462
A monumental green onyx marble and silver mantel clock,
W.A. Bolin, Moscow 1912–1917.
Hammer price
540 000 SEK
Estimate
70 000 - 80 000 SEK
467
A large sterling silver fish serving platter,
W.A. Bolin, Stockholm 1939.
Hammer price
140 000 SEK
Estimate
25 000 - 30 000 SEK
Highlights Carpets and Textiles
250
A Scania carrige cushion,
'Flykten till Egypten', tapestry weave, c. 98 x 47 cm, Oxie district, signed BAD 1821.
Hammer price
32 000 SEK
Estimate
18 000 - 20 000 SEK
262
An embroidered framed fragment of a Swiss table carpet,
first half of the 16th century.
Hammer price
60 000 SEK
Estimate
20 000 - 25 000 SEK
263
A Flemish 'Game park' tapestry,
probably Audenarde, c. 331 x 177 cm, mid 16th century.
Hammer price
105 000 SEK
Estimate
100 000 - 125 000 SEK
269
A west Anatolian "Lotto" rug fragment,
17th century, c. 142 x 115 (including frame 155 x 124 cm).
Hammer price
32 000 SEK
Estimate
18 000 - 20 000 SEK
297
A semi-antique Isfahan (Haj Agha Reza) Seirafian rug,
signed, c. 170 x 105 cm.
Hammer price
44 000 SEK
Estimate
10 000 - 12 000 SEK
298
A semi-antique Esfahan (Sadegh) Seirafian,
signed, c. 227 x 151 cm.
Hammer price
80 000 SEK
Estimate
18 000 - 20 000 SEK
305
A Persian Kerman Laver 'Mashahir' (The rulers of the world) rug,
c. 230 x 143 cm.
Hammer price
80 000 SEK
Estimate
40 000 - 50 000 SEK
315
A signed semi-antique pictoral part silk Qum carpet,
c. 341 x 224 cm.
Hammer price
120 000 SEK
Estimate
40 000 - 50 000 SEK
324
An antique silk Kashan 'Mohtasham',
c. 297 x 216 cm.
Hammer price
80 000 SEK
Estimate
80 000 - 100 000 SEK
335A
An antique Lahore carpet,
northern India (todays Pakistan), approx. 463 x 404 cm.
Hammer price
250 000 SEK
Estimate
400 000 - 450 000 SEK
Highlights Jewellery
486
An important brooch in gold with a blister pearl and diamonds,
C.E. Bolin, St Petersburg 1860-1875.
Hammer price
150 000 SEK
Estimate
100 000 - 125 000 SEK
488
An important brooch with pearls and diamonds,
C.E. Bolin, St Petersburg 1899-1908, owner of the workshop Sofia Schwan.
Hammer price
250 000 SEK
Estimate
300 000 - 350 000 SEK
492
An impressive platinum,
step-cut emerald and old-cut diamond brooch by W.A. Bolin likely Moscow 1912-1917. No hallmarks.
Hammer price
580 000 SEK
Estimate
400 000 - 425 000 SEK
503
A Mauboussin platinum ring set with a pear-shaped diamond approximately 2.50 cts.
Hammer price
200 000 SEK
Estimate
100 000 - 125 000 SEK
516
A Tiffany &Co necklace "Diamonds by the yard" design Elsa Peretti in 18K rose gold set with round brilliant-cut diamonds.
Hammer price
90 000 SEK
Estimate
40 000 - 50 000 SEK
519
A pair of 14K gold earrings with faceted sapphires and old-cut diamonds.
Hammer price
150 000 SEK
Estimate
70 000 - 80 000 SEK
529
A pair of silver and gold earrings with drop-shaped pearls and old- and rose-cut diamonds.
Hammer price
48 000 SEK
Estimate
15 000 - 18 000 SEK
554
A silver and gold tiara with old-cut and rose-cut diamonds.
Hammer price
175 000 SEK
Estimate
150 000 - 175 000 SEK
557
A platinum ring with a faceted ruby and two round brilliant-cut diamonds.
Hammer price
75 000 SEK
Estimate
15 000 - 18 000 SEK
557A
An 18K white gold Cartier bracelet "Love" with round brilliant-cut diamonds and ceramic.
Hammer price
360 000 SEK
Estimate
320 000 - 340 000 SEK
560
An 18K white gold Engelbert ring set with a sapphire and round brilliant-cut diamonds.
Hammer price
40 000 SEK
Estimate
20 000 - 25 000 SEK
573
A Harry Winston platinum and heart-shaped brilliant-cut diamond necklace.
Hammer price
720 000 SEK
Estimate
900 000 - 1 200 000 SEK
Highlights Asian Sale
962
A blue and white lotus dish,
Qing dynasty, Kangxi six character mark and of the period (1662-1722).
Hammer price
110 000 SEK
Estimate
30 000 - 50 000 SEK
967
A pair of blue and white 'eight immortals' stemcups,
Qing dynasty with Daoguang mark and of the period.
Hammer price
115 000 SEK
Estimate
20 000 - 25 000 SEK
968
A blue and white Ming-style bottle vase,
Qing dynasty, Guangxu mark and of the period (1871-1908).
Hammer price
185 000 SEK
Estimate
50 000 - 75 000 SEK
969
A set of nine blue and white cups,
Xuantong eight-character cyclical Jiyou marks, corresponding to 1909.
Hammer price
270 000 SEK
Estimate
12 000 - 15 000 SEK
970
A large blue and white bowl,
Qing dynasty with Tongzhi mark and of the period (1862-74).
Hammer price
210 000 SEK
Estimate
40 000 - 60 000 SEK
972
A set of three blue and white dishes,
Qing dynasty with Qianlong seal mark.
Hammer price
330 000 SEK
Estimate
12 000 - 15 000 SEK
973
A set of nine blue and white lotus dishes,
Qing dynasty with Daoguang seal mark.
Hammer price
460 000 SEK
Estimate
100 000 - 150 000 SEK
1013
A pair of huanghuali jardiniere stands,
Qing dynasty.
Hammer price
75 000 SEK
Estimate
20 000 - 30 000 SEK
1023
A porcelain floor tile,
Ming dynasty (1368-1644).
Hammer price
200 000 SEK
Estimate
12 000 - 15 000 SEK
1030
A gilt-bronze figure of Vajradhara
Tibet,
circa 16th century.
Hammer price
160 000 SEK
Estimate
60 000 - 80 000 SEK
1035
An elegant gilt bronze sculpture of a tiger,
Six dynasties, or earlier.
Hammer price
740 000 SEK
Estimate
80 000 - 120 000 SEK
1037
Two circular silver boxes with covers,
Tang dynasty (618-906).
Hammer price
170 000 SEK
Estimate
30 000 - 50 000 SEK
1038
A rare gold vase,
China or Central Asia, 12th-14th century.
Hammer price
1 300 000 SEK
Estimate
300 000 - 500 000 SEK
1041
A set of eight gold 'Garuda' belt plaques,
Yuan/early Ming dynasty.
Hammer price
270 000 SEK
Estimate
120 000 - 150 000 SEK
1071
A group of four bronze figures,
Ming dynasty and older.
Hammer price
95 000 SEK
Estimate
8 000 - 10 000 SEK
1086
A large blue and white 'lotus' jar,
Ming dynasty, Wanli (1572-1620).
Hammer price
80 000 SEK
Estimate
30 000 - 50 000 SEK
1114
A blue glazed 'cong formed' vase,
Qing dynasty, Guangxu mark and period (1875-1908).
Hammer price
120 000 SEK
Estimate
75 000 - 100 000 SEK
1186
A large bronze arrow vase 'Touhu',
Ming dynasty (1368-1644).
Hammer price
160 000 SEK
Estimate
25 000 - 30 000 SEK
1190
A Sino Tibetan figure of Adibuddha Vajradhara,
15/16th century.
Hammer price
320 000 SEK
Estimate
15 000 - 20 000 SEK
1245
An imperial yellow glazed two handled wine cup,
Qing dynasty, Kangxi mark and of the period (1662-1722).
Hammer price
180 000 SEK
Estimate
20 000 - 25 000 SEK
1269
A five clawed dragon bowl,
Qing dynasty with Kangxi six character mark.
Hammer price
38 000 SEK
Estimate
6 000 - 8 000 SEK
1270
A famille rose tripod censer,
Qing dynasty with Qianlong mark.
Hammer price
125 000 SEK
Estimate
30 000 - 50 000 SEK
1285
A sang de boeuf glazed vase,
Qing dynasty with Xuande mark.
Hammer price
90 000 SEK
Estimate
5 000 - 7 000 SEK
1311
A blue and white 'Eight Immortals' dish,
17th century.
Hammer price
175 000 SEK
Estimate
12 000 - 15 000 SEK
Bukowskis is welcoming onsignments for our upcoming auctions Welcome to contact us today
Stockholm
Björn Extergren
Head of Consignment and Sales Department, Fine Art. Specialist Antique Furniture, Decorative Arts and Asian Ceramics
+46 (0)706 40 28 61
Stockholm
Carl Barkman
Head Specialist Fine Art and Antiques
+46 (0)708 92 19 71
Stockholm
Christopher Stålhandske
Head Specialist Carpets, textiles and Islamic works of art
+46 (0)708 19 12 58
Stockholm
Cecilia Nordström
Senior specialist Asian Ceramics and Works of Art, European Ceramics and Glass
+46 (0)739 40 08 02
