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Deux ensembles de deux assiettes en argent aux armes du roi Louis XVIII par Martin-Guillaume Biennais, Paris, 1809-1819, probablement 1814-1815
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 EUR
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Description
- 1 680 gr; diam. 24 et 20,7 cm
- 54oz, 9 1/2 and 8in diam.
deux assiettes creuses à bord ciselé de palmettes, numérotées sous le marli 85 et 89, deux assiettes unies numérotées sous le marli 438 et 596
Condition
In overall good condition. Usual scratches.
Marks: each fully marked and stamped.
Rare historical pieces.
"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
Selon la tradition, ces assiettes auraient été prises dans la berline de l'empereur Napoléon à la ferme du Vieux Genappe, près de Belle-Alliance en 1815 (nom donné par les vainqueurs à Waterloo).