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Paire de tres grandes salieres doubles en argent par Charles-Nicolas Odiot, Paris, 1826-1838
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 EUR
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Description
- Paire de tres grandes salieres doubles en argent par Charles-Nicolas Odiot, Paris, 1826-1838
- Long. 18,5 cm, haut. 15 cm ; 3 132 g ; 7 1/4 in long, 5 3/4 in high, 100oz 14dwt
le plateau ovale mouvementé reposant sur quatre pieds coquilles, le fût formé de deux dauphins entrelacés, les salerons en forme d'huître, les intérieurs en vermeil, estampées ODIOT A PARIS
the oval stand resting on four shell feet, the cellars shaped as oysters, the insides gilt
the oval stand resting on four shell feet, the cellars shaped as oysters, the insides gilt
Condition
In overall very good condition. Four small screws missing under the bases but not essential. One of the central screws to be refixed. Title and maker's marks very legible under the base, guarantee mark on terrace, both stamped ODIOT A PARIS.
Extraordinary quality and very large and unusual size. Very good weight.
"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
Pour une salière aux dauphins de modèle approchant mais plus petite, voir vente Sotheby's Paris, 9 novembre 2009, lot 151. Une autre est illustrée dans Jean-Marie Poinçon et Olivier Gaube du Gers, Odiot l'Orfèvre, p. 179. Un ensemble de quatre salières à décor de dauphins et aux armes de Louis-Philippe, duc d'Orléans, a figuré dans la vente de la collection Diane, Sotheby's Genève, 16 novembre 2005, n° 80.
Dans le cas présent, la taille et le poids font de ces salières des éléments d'une grande rareté.
Dans le cas présent, la taille et le poids font de ces salières des éléments d'une grande rareté.