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A pair of Russian Empire ormolu and patinated bronze vases, attributed to J. J. Baumann circa 1805
Estimate
50,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
- bronze, oak
- height 16 1/2 in.; diameter 11 1/2 in.
- 42 cm; 29.5 cm
Condition
Drilled for electrcity and fitted with socket inside vase, which is now partially relined over original liner. Patinated bronze and ormolu with some rubbing; not extensive. Ormolu with traces of oxidation and surface dirt. In good condition.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
A pair of ormolu and patinated bronze Medici vases of this model in the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg, is illustrated I. Sychev, Russian Bronzes, Moscow 2003, pp. 102-103. They are believed to have been made in the J.-J. Baumann factory in St. Petersburg, circa 1805-1807. Ivan (Jean-Joseph) Baumann is first recorded in 1801 where he set up a workshop in St. Petersburg. In 1803 he purchased the workshop of the deceased bronzier I.-K. Mensel at 124 Malay Morskaya Street, in the house of Mrs. Matiushkin. Here he also produced furniture and by 1845 he had doubled the size of his workforce.