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Fontaine en plomb peint et doré et bronze doré d'époque Louis XV, vers 1740
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
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Description
- lead
- Haut. 69 cm, larg. 46 cm, prof. 36 cm
- Height
figurant un Chinois assis sur un rocher et portant une hotte tressée formant jardinière ; le robinet en forme de tête de serpent et le bassin constitué d'une coquille (traces de polychromie sur la coquille)
Provenance
- Probablement collection Camille Lelong, sa vente à Paris, 11-15 mai 1903, lot 757
- Collection Martine de Béhague, sa vente, galerie Georges Petit, 5-6 décembre 1927, lot 25
- Vente à Paris, étude Rheims et Laurin, 25 juin 1968, lot 121
- Collection Martine de Béhague, sa vente, galerie Georges Petit, 5-6 décembre 1927, lot 25
- Vente à Paris, étude Rheims et Laurin, 25 juin 1968, lot 121
Condition
The photograph is quite accurate.
The painting on the shell has almost totally disappeared, except a few traces.
Gilding in good condition, probably refreshed. The belt of the basket detached.
Highly decorative and very attractive.
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"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."