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Paire de vases en cuivre damasquiné à monture de bronze argenté et doré, par Christofle d'après un dessin d'Emile Reiber daté 1869, Paris, 1873-1874
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
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Description
de forme tulipe, chacun reposant sur quatre oiseaux lyre argentés sommés d'une fleur de lys, le pied en partie doré ajouré de cartouches orientalisants, le corps damasquiné de bouquets de fleurs, fruits et motifs orientalisants, les anses formées de deux dauphins, l'intérieur doré, l'un estampé 799702, l'autre 799704 sous la base, Christofle & Cie sur le bord du pied (quelques usures)
Exhibited
Le modèle original de ces vases a figuré à l'Exposition Universelle de Londres en 1871.
Literature
Pour des vases similaires, voir Henri Bouilhet, l'Orfèvrerie Française aux XVIIe et XIXe siècles, vol. 3, p. 114.
Condition
In overall good condition. On one vase, one foot slightly smashed, the foot medium border slightly torn (on a small part, the metal leaf which has been torn, a hole has appeared, the metal has to be untwisted). A photo of the damage can be sent on request.
As stated in the catalogue and as it is visible on the catalogue photos, some wear on the damascened parts on the bodies. Signature very legible.
Very interesting and attractive pieces.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Emile Reiber (1826-1893), architecte de formation, se spécialise dans le dessin pour les arts industriels et dirige l'atelier de création et de dessins de Christofle de 1866 à 1898. Il est surtout connu comme l'un des grands propagateurs du japonisme en France.
Le dessin préparatoire illustré ici est daté 1869 et est conservé dans les archives du musée Christofle à Saint-Denis (au nord de Paris).
Nous remercions vivement Anne Gros, responsable du musée Christofle, pour sa précieuse aide.