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Paire de vases "d'après l'antique" en bronze patiné et doré d'époque Louis XVI, vers 1775
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 EUR
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Description
- Haut. 36 cm, larg. 19 cm
- Height 14 1/4 in; width 7 1/2 in.
reposant sur un socle en bronze ciselé et doré à décor de feuilles d'acanthe et plaques de brettées
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate despite a little too bright. Good overall condition despite the inevitable scratches and marks due to age, use and handling. A few minor wear to the patina of the bronze. The gilding is slightly tarnished.
Nice model.
"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 forme de cette paire de vase reprend à l'identique celle d'une paire de vases en porphyre vert "d'après l'antique" ayant appartenu au duc D'aumont et dont la collection fut dispersée à Paris en 1782 ; le dessin reproduit ci-dessous figurait dans le catalogue de la vente.
Outre la forme résolument "à l'antique", le traitement de la matière en mat évoque la pierre de lave qui inspirera la manufacture anglaise de Wedgwood, cette paire de vases témoigne de l'engouement pour la période antique à la fin du XVIIIIe siècle.