An elaborate probably French silver-plated surtout de table, circa 1880
An elaborate probably French silver-plated surtout de table, circa 1880,
oval with contours, resting on four winding feet, the fluted border centered with foliage and flowery medallions, the base adorned with two horses emerging from the waves and tamed by two sirens; in the center, an openwork winding nave supported by mermen, the lining in blue glass; the prow with a cherub hanging on a medallion and carrying a torch, at the stern, a seated Victory with a palm in her right hand, holding a harp in her left hand and surrounded by two cherubs, one of which blows a trumpet; the rudder in the shape of a dolphin,
70cm high, 80cm wide ; 11¾ in. high, 31½ in. wide
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Important surtout de table en métal argenté, probablement France, vers 1880
de forme ovale chantournée, reposant sur quatre pieds en enroulement, la bordure cannelée centrée de feuillages et de médaillons fleuris, la base ornée de deux chevaux émergeant des flots et domptés par deux sirènes, au centre, une nef ajourée soutenue par des tritons, la doublure en verre bleu, à la proue, un chérubin tenant un médaillon et portant une torche, à la poupe, une Victoire assise, une palme dans la main droite, une harpe dans la main gauche et entourée de deux chérubins, dont l'un souffle dans une trompette, le gouvernail en forme de dauphin
Long. 70cm, Larg. 80cm ; 11¾ in. high, 31½ in. wide
Condition Report:
In overall good condition.
The bridles missing. The palm leaf of the Female figure on the top to resolder.
"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."
Provenance:
Christie's, Paris, Important Mobilier et Objets d'Art, Orfèvrerie, Céramiques Européennes et Art d'Asie (5310), 23 June 2005, lot 206
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An elaborate probably French silver-plated surtout de table, circa 1880,
oval with contours, resting on four winding feet, the fluted border centered with foliage and flowery medallions, the base adorned with two horses emerging from the waves and tamed by two sirens; in the center, an openwork winding nave supported by mermen, the lining in blue glass; the prow with a cherub hanging on a medallion and carrying a torch, at the stern, a seated Victory with a palm in her right hand, holding a harp in her left hand and surrounded by two cherubs, one of which blows a trumpet; the rudder in the shape of a dolphin,
70cm high, 80cm wide ; 11¾ in. high, 31½ in. wide
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Important surtout de table en métal argenté, probablement France, vers 1880
de forme ovale chantournée, reposant sur quatre pieds en enroulement, la bordure cannelée centrée de feuillages et de médaillons fleuris, la base ornée de deux chevaux émergeant des flots et domptés par deux sirènes, au centre, une nef ajourée soutenue par des tritons, la doublure en verre bleu, à la proue, un chérubin tenant un médaillon et portant une torche, à la poupe, une Victoire assise, une palme dans la main droite, une harpe dans la main gauche et entourée de deux chérubins, dont l'un souffle dans une trompette, le gouvernail en forme de dauphin
Long. 70cm, Larg. 80cm ; 11¾ in. high, 31½ in. wide
Condition Report:
In overall good condition.
The bridles missing. The palm leaf of the Female figure on the top to resolder.
"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."
Provenance:
Christie's, Paris, Important Mobilier et Objets d'Art, Orfèvrerie, Céramiques Européennes et Art d'Asie (5310), 23 June 2005, lot 206
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