- 266
Paire de vases en porcelaine de Chine bleu poudré à monture de bronze doré de style Louis XVI
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain
- Haut. 40 cm, larg. 22 cm
- Height 15 3/4 in; width 8 2/3 in
à décor de feuillages et noeud de ruban
Condition
The image is slightly too shiny.
The gilding of the mounts is actually a little tarnished and rubbed, especially on the bases. One gilt bronze element is detached on the top of one vase and needs to be re-fixed.
The porcelain in good condition.
Highly decorative vases, large size.
"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
Au début de la décennie 1910, Alexandre de Wagram, arrière-petit-fils du maréchal Berthier, fit l'acquisition de "deux vases Louis XVI montés sur bronze pour 7 500 F" chez le marchand Bacri (cf. F. Lalliard, La Fortune des Wagram, Paris, 2002, p. 334).