Lot 95
  • 95

Gabriel Argy-Rousseau (1885 - 1953)

Estimate
25,000 - 30,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • 'Danseuse': a figural lamp (Bloch-Dermant no. 28-18)
  • base with incised signature 'Bouraine' and 'PÂTE DE CRISTAL, D'ARGY-ROUSSEAU', no. '19'
  • 35cm. high;
  • 1ft 1¾in.
pâte-de-cristal, after a model by Bouraine, mottled blue-green glass, modelled as a young woman dancing, on a rectangular base, raised on a fitted ebonised stand

Condition

A decorative piece of good overall appearance. It seems that one cable fitting hole is a later addition to the existing one. This piece is not guaranteed for electricity. A well coloured example, would look impressive when lit. Ready for display although would require re-wiring.
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