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Louis-Constant Sévin and Désiré Attarge
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Néo-grec box, dated 1867
- engraved CT Sevin In 1867 De Attarge Fit
- silvered metal
- 16 x 35 x 17 cm. (6 ¼ x 13 ¾ x 6 ½ in.)
executed in Paris by Ferdinand Barbedienne
silvered copper
silvered copper
Literature
J. Beavington, The illustrated catalogue of the Universal Exhibition published with the Art Journal London, 1867, p. 200, the model illustrated
Condition
In overall good condition, with typical signs of wear consistent with age. The silver plate has rubbed in some areas revealing the copper base. The Barbedienne and Sevin stamps are clear. The right hand lion mask is lacking one set of teeth, therefore the ring pull is attached but loose. The interior with some tarnishing to the gilt metal. The underside with noticeable tarnishing to the silver metal.
"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
The artistic association between Louis Constant Sevin (1821-1888). Désiré Attarge (1820-1878) Ferdinand Barbedienne (1810-1892) is considered prolific and important with regard to French orfèvrerie of the second half of the 19th century. A hunting cup shaped with a Fox’s head created by the three artists is now in the permanent collection of the Musée D’Orsay, Paris