Ending 29th Mar, 2026 14:00
Olympia Timed: Spring 2026
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A BLOIS (ULYSSE BESNARD) FAIENCE VASE MOUNTED AS A LAMP, CIRCA 1900
bulbous bottle form with two moulded mask pendants to side, painted between in Renaissance style with foliate strapwork roundels containing a titled bust of François I to obverse and his monogram to reverse, further scroll foliate bands above, signed 'Vlysse à Blois', base set with a mount on three gilt-metal claw feet, neck topped by a gilt-metal-mounted electric light fitting, 41cm high overall
As per our Terms & Conditions: ‘9. GOODS WITH ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS: These are sold as “antiques” for their historical and decorative attributes, and for collection and display only. They are not intended for use. If you buy goods with electrical components and intend to use them, you must ask a qualified electrician to check them for compliance with safety regulations before you use them.’
Sold for £50
bulbous bottle form with two moulded mask pendants to side, painted between in Renaissance style with foliate strapwork roundels containing a titled bust of François I to obverse and his monogram to reverse, further scroll foliate bands above, signed 'Vlysse à Blois', base set with a mount on three gilt-metal claw feet, neck topped by a gilt-metal-mounted electric light fitting, 41cm high overall
As per our Terms & Conditions: ‘9. GOODS WITH ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS: These are sold as “antiques” for their historical and decorative attributes, and for collection and display only. They are not intended for use. If you buy goods with electrical components and intend to use them, you must ask a qualified electrician to check them for compliance with safety regulations before you use them.’
Auction: Olympia Timed: Spring 2026, ending 29th Mar, 2026
The sale presents a diverse selection of 521 lots, featuring accessible estimates across many departments including European Works of Art, Chinese and Japanese Works of Art and Modern & Contemporary African and Middle Eastern Art, with a majority of lots drawn from the Antique Arms, Armour and Militaria department.
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Sunday 22nd March: 12pm to 4pm
Monday 23rd March: 10am to 7pm
Tuesday 24th March: 10am to 5pm
Wednesday 25th March: 10am to 5pm
AUCTION:
Closing from: 2pm 29th March, 2026
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