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Petite coupe ajourée sur trois pieds en argent "l'été" et assiette en métal argenté, en partie dorée et cuivrée, par Christofle, Paris, vers 1900
Estimate
4,500 - 5,500 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
The "summer", a silver circular cup on three feet pierced with poppies, signed Christofle Orfèvre Argent Massif and numbered 3264 EX ; the plate with hammered border applied with irises and flying birds, stamped under the border Christofle & Cie and 236
- coupe 20.5cm, assiette 24cm
- 8 1/2 and 9 1/2 in diam
l'Eté, petite coupe ronde sur trois pieds ajourée de pavots, signée Christofle Orfèvre Argent Massif 3264 EX, l'assiette à bord martelé appliquée d'iris et d'oiseaux volant, estampé sous le marli Christofle & Cie 236
Condition
Both in overall good condition.
The first with scratches, very legible marks, the second with some worn on the silver-plating, on the birds and on one iris as can be seen on the photo.
Both very interesting 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
La coupe "été" dont le dessin est attribué à Auguste Arnoux, a été conçue pour l'Exposition Universelle de 1900.
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