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The Jack Smith Porcelain Collection

An important collection of fine British Porcelain offered together with selected fine art, objects of virtue & rare collectors’ pieces.

The Estate Collection of Jack Smith (and other entries) Fifty Years of Collecting Excellence.

We are proud to present this distinguished estate collection of Jack Smith –  fifty years devoted to acquiring the finest British porcelain.

Featuring exceptional works by Royal Worcester, including a rare exhibition vase by George Owen, together with important pieces by Harry Davis, Richard Sebright, John Stinton, Roberts, Harry Chair, and other exceptional pieces.

Also offered is an extraordinary collection of Royal Doulton, including major works by George White, painted pieces by Curnock, and rare large studio pieces by Charles Noke, Sung, Nixon, and others.

Further highlights include important Worcester and Doulton figures by Doris Lindner, rare boxed and numbered editions, plus select works by Lladró, Sèvres, and other fine makers.

A remarkable offering — essential viewing for the serious porcelain collector.

Artworks

Together with this outstanding porcelain collection comes an impressive selection of investment and collectible artworks, along with fascinating items of virtue, rarity, and distinction.

Highlights include contemporary works by Peter Smets, the whimsical creations by Peter Gilliland, and important works by Darcy Doyle, Hugh Sawrey, David Boyd, Hans Heysen, and H.S. Power, together with a rare work by John Olsen and a monumental sculpture by William Ricketts.

Also featured are works by Charles Blackman, still lifes by Buckmaster and Harley Griffith, original drawings and etchings by Norman Lindsay, a fine collection of paintings by Pro Hart, works by Sidney Nolan, and many other Australian, European, and colonial artists including Mackley and Drew.

A diverse and exciting offering — ideal for collectors, decorators, and investors alike.

Items of Virtue & Rarity

A small but fascinating collection of items of virtue, rarity, and distinction, including fine furniture, decorative arts, and exceptional collector’s pieces.

Highlights include an exceptional, rare and important Australian Exhibition Jewel Cabinet by Peter Thomley, maker of exhibition cabinet work for the Brisbane and Melbourne exhibitions of the 1870s and 1880s, including the historic Melbourne Centennial Exhibition.

Also featured are rare clocks by Leroy, a fabulous marquetry bracket clock, a fine three-piece French garniture clock set, and other interesting timepieces.

Further highlights include bronze figures (including animalier works by Pierre-Jules Mêne), beautifully crafted French vitrines and showcases, an exceptional medallion back Walnut salon suite, English display cabinets, and a major pair of 19th-century French ormolu and marble garniture candelabra.

Together with many other unusual and collectible pieces, this is a collection not to be missed.

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