Lot 126
  • 126

Ensemble de dix-huits pots à bouchée couverts en argent et vermeil par Eugène Michaud, Paris, vers 1885-1890

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • silver
  • Diam. 8.5cm.; 3 1/4 in.
  • 3.785 g ; 121.70 oz
chacun en forme de marmite couverte reposant sur trois pieds sabots, les anses amovibles, chaque prise de couvercle représentant un animal ou une plante différent en vermeil, certain estampés E. MICHAUT- 2 RUE DE BRAQUE, avec 18 doublures en métal argenté

Provenance

Comtesse de Montgermont
puis par descendance
Sotheby's Paris, 10 juin 2004, lot 159

Condition

overall 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. 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

Les dessins des animaux servant de prises aux couvercles ont été fournis par la comtesse de Montgermont, pour qui cet ensemble a été réalisé.