Goossens, Paris and Maison Desrues, Paris
Estimate:
800 - 1,200 EUR
Goossens, Paris and Maison Desrues, Paris
A sphere with lions after the model created for Gabrielle Chanel by Gossens and a semi-spherical paperweight with a lion's head by Maison Desrues
rock crystal and gilt brass with the mark Goossens under one of the lions; glass and metal for the paper-weight
Height 3¾in; height 1½in
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Goossens, Paris et Maison Desrues, Paris
Sphère aux lions d'après le modèle créé pour Gabrielle Chanel par Gossens et un presse-papier semi sphérique à tête de lion par Maison Desrues
en cristal de roche et laiton doré portant la marque Goossens sous l'un des lions; verre et métal pour le presse-papier
Haut. 9,5 cm, haut 4 cm
(2)
The illustrations are accurate. Good overall condition despite the inevitable minor dents and scratches due to age and use. The lock is missing.
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