Catalog - Auction 69 - Coins, Medals, Unique Collectables

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Icon of Catherine of Alexandria (Monastery of Sinai in Egypt)
Icon of Catherine of Alexandria (monastery of Sinai in Egypt) after the model of Victor the Cretan (Cretan school of the 17th century), reproduction on panel about the saint seated full-length surrounded by scientific attributes (broken wheel, armillary sphere...). Greek work, second half of the 20th century, satisfactory condition (minor wear visible), dimensions 17 x 23 cm. Emerging from nothing in the 8th century, the historically contested legend of Catherine is undoubtedly borrowed from the ancient story of Hypatia. Superb and very attractive!

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Iconic Representation of Mary and the Baby Jesus
Iconic representation of Mary and the baby Jesus on her knees, both in glory with arms raised in the manner of a�Pandokrator. Lower band�representing�five apostles (Cyril, Simon, John the Apostle...), and second band with written apologetics. Good general condition, Greek monastic art from the second half of the 20th century. Dimensions 21 x 28 cm.Superb and very attractive!

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Watercolor on paper depicting a General of the Indian troops
Watercolor on fine paper depicting a general of the Indian troops "during the time of the English" in a traditional kurta, standing in profile, displaying his attributes: saber, katar on his belt, and shield, plumed headdress adorned with precious stones, the proud man displays his insignia on his arm. Neutral background, frame outlines, good general condition, preserved colors, minor scratches without consequence. Formerly glued on cardboard. The presence of a halo around the character's head suggests that he is a notable figure, perhaps venerated. Old representation from the second part of the 19th century, South india. Dimension 19,4 x 29 cm. Superb and very attractive!

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Watercolor on Paper depicting a Notable from Ancient India
Watercolor on fine paper depicting a notable from ancient India in a traditional kurta, wearing�juttis, standing in profile,�belt and feathered headdress adorned with precious stones. The man is wearing jewelry and holding a rose in his hand. Neutral background, elegant frame contours with a floral motif. In the tradition of�poetic�courtly scenes from�the Orient. Good general condition, colors preserved, slight scratches without consequence. Formerly glued on�beautiful�cardboard. Ancient representation of India from the second half of the 19th century.�Unopened�frame.�Dimensions: 19.4 x 29 cm. Superb and very attractive!

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Apologetic Kakemono/makimono Scroll
Spectacular apologetic kakemono/makimono scroll based on the painted original, composed of a vast frame engraved on paper (ukiyo-e style) and enhanced in color, representing a large number of court figures (nobles, soldiers, samurai, courtesans, etc.) in the image of traditional pre-Meiji society, each figure depicted full-length, facing forward, in an advantageous posture, designated by �kanji� calligrams. Important explanatory text on a border. Red-stamped workshop and executor hanko buckets. Mounted on textile (silk). Work from the early third of the 19th century. This vast, masterfully depicted fresco, a work of excellent craftsmanship in the engraved transcription of the painted original and in the subtlety of the colors, is imbued with striking realism and nostalgia for the Sakoku values ??that the ancient empire embodied. The interior weave is in a very fine state of preservation, fresh and preserved. Old damp stains on the exterior of the weave. Extraordinary, very rare and decorative scroll, of very important dimension! Dim. 333 x 34 cm. I-II RR! �

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Watercolor on Paper of a Persian�Prince
Watercolor on fine paper, architectural representation of a Persian�prince�in tunic and headdress seated in front of a collation, his wife standing at his side, the scene opening outside onto a wooded garden with a fountain. A simple vision of the provincial art of living, an invitation to share. Frame outlines. Two writing cartouches at the top and bottom. Good condition, polychrome tones preserved. Eastern Persia,�20th�century�work. Dimensions 21 x 30.5 cm. Frame under glass, unopened. Superb and very attractive!

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Watercolor on Paper of a Persian�Prince and his escort
Watercolor on fine paper, depicting five men, Persian�prince�and his escort,�observing�a half-naked woman of high status (the�princess?...) busy with her toilette in a river in nature, her horse at her side. The hussy-inspired scene evokes�an embarrassed surprise, in the tradition of bath scenes.�Contours of the frame. Two writing cartouches at the top and bottom. Good condition,�polychromic�preserved. Eastern Persia,�20th�century work. Dimensions: 23,4�x 30.5 cm.�Unopened assembly under glass. Superb and very attractive!

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Heinz Guderian - Memories of a Soldier (Erinnerungen eines Soldaten), 1951
Heinz Guderian - Erinnerungen eines Soldaten, 1951, 464 Pages, printed at Kurt Vorwinckel, Heidelberg, dedicated to King Carol II, by his nephew Fritz. A rare book, with a very interesting dedication, in superb condition! I R!

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Oil on canvas depicting a Lady in a blue dress wearing the St. Catherine the Great Martyr order
18th Century, Russian School dimensions 41.5x33.5 cm The Saint Catherine the Great Martyr order was created by Peter the Great in November 1714 was awarded only to women. This lady wears the lesser cross of the order with the scarlet ribbon bearing "For Love and Fatherland". Such award was reserved to ladies of the highest nobility of Russia. The dress and hair style are obviously from the 18th Century.I R!

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Watercolor on paper
Circular view representing "Farmer riding on the devil in the sky", subject of a popular tale, monogram "E" of Nikolai Ludwigowitch Ellert on January 12th, 1873. The famous composer Tchaikovsky created in Moscow (supervisor Nicolas Rubinstein) symphony no. 2 "Little Russia" on January 26th, 1873, based on Ukrainian folk tales. Ellert was stage draftsman in charge of decorations of Imperial Opera in Moscow and likely produced this preparatory watercolor for this occasion. Sheet in good condition, dimensions 44.5x41.5 cm.

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A blood rose watercolor on paper
Circular view representing a project for ceiling decoration "Characters in clouds", monogram "E" of Nikolai Ludwigovich Ellert in January 13th, 1873. The famous composer Tchaikovsky created in Moscow (supervisor Nicolas Rubinstein) symphony no. 2 "Little Russia" on January 26th, 1873, based on Ukrainian folk tales. Ellert was stage draftsman in charge of decorations of Imperial Opera in Moscow and likely produced this preparatory watercolor for this occasion. Sheet in good condition, dimensions 44.5x41.5 cm.

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Watercolor on paper
Circular view representing a project for ceiling decoration "Angels in clouds" and a pencil sketch on the back, monogram "E" of Nikolai Ludwigowitch Ellert on January 13th, 1873. The famous composer Tchaikovsky created in Moscow (supervisor Nicolas Rubinstein) symphony no. 2 "Little Russia" on January 26th, 1873, based on Ukrainian folk tales. Ellert was stage draftsman in charge of decorations of Imperial Opera in Moscow and likely produced this preparatory watercolor for this occasion. Sheet in good condition, dimensions 44.5x41.5 cm.

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Blood rose watercolor on paper
Circular view representing a "Town, canal and characters" and a pencil sketch with characters on the back, subject of a popular tale, monogram "E" of Nikolai Ludwigovich Ellert in January 13th, 1873. The famous composer Tchaikovsky created in Moscow (supervisor Nicolas Rubinstein) symphony no. 2 "Little Russia" on January 26th, 1873, based on Ukrainian folk tales. Ellert was stage draftsman in charge of decorations of Imperial Opera in Moscow and likely produced this preparatory watercolor for this occasion. Sheet in good condition, dimensions 44.5x41.5 cm.

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Black watercolor on paper
Circular view representing an "Usurer", subject of a popular tale, monogram "E" of Nikolai Ludwigovich Ellert in January 13th, 1873. The famous composer Tchaikovsky created in Moscow (supervisor Nicolas Rubinstein) symphony no. 2 "Little Russia" on January 26th, 1873, based on Ukrainian folk tales. Ellert was stage draftsman in charge of decorations of Imperial Opera in Moscow and likely produced this preparatory watercolor for this occasion. Sheet in good condition, dimensions 44.5x41.5 cm.

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Watercolor on paper
Circular view representing a "Fantastic nautical scene", subject of a popular tale, monogram "E" of Nikolai Ludwigovich Ellert in January 13th, 1873. The famous composer Tchaikovsky created in Moscow (supervisor Nicolas Rubinstein) symphony no. 2 "Little Russia" on January 26th, 1873, based on Ukrainian folk tales. Ellert was stage draftsman in charge of decorations of Imperial Opera in Moscow and likely produced this preparatory watercolor for this occasion. Sheet in good condition, dimensions 44.5x41.5 cm.

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Black watercolor on paper
Circular view representing "Characters and an animal head", subject of a popular tale, monogram "E" of Nikolai Ludwigovich Ellert in January 13th, 1873. The famous composer Tchaikovsky created in Moscow (supervisor Nicolas Rubinstein) symphony no. 2 "Little Russia" on January 26th, 1873, based on Ukrainian folk tales. Ellert was stage draftsman in charge of decorations of Imperial Opera in Moscow and likely produced this preparatory watercolor for this occasion. Sheet in good condition, dimensions 44.5x41.5 cm.

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Caran d`Ache Original lithographic engraving from the magazine "Paris Illustre"
Dated July 1st 1886, about a parade of Cossack of Ural regiment, dimensions 43.5x32 cm. Very good condition, very fresh colours. A magnificent example of illustration of one of the best illustrators of the end of the 19th Century.

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Large illustrated page from the famous french magazine "Le Journal Illustre"
With in separate B&W cartridges different types of the army and police of the russian Empire, soldiers and state offi cials in uniform, region by region, all the scenes surrounding a large imperial doubleheaded eagle, titles and references, formal and offi cial work probably published on the occasion of the visit of Russian sovereing in France, page signed " H de Hem" pseudonym Henri de Montaut. Dimensions 37x27.5 cm, good condition!

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Peytrequin (Gaston-Robert, 1915 - 1990)
Pastel on strong paper about a young athlete (probably Italian) wearing medals from Swiss competitions on his chest. Signed and dated 1936. Dimensions 34.5 x 26.5 cm at sight, 46 x 38 in a modern frame. Very fresh, good condition! Gaston-Robert Peytrequin, Swiss painter, was very influenced by the 1930s and the rise of totalitarianism. Although colorful, its aesthetics and themes often give pride of place to the realistic trend of the time.