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A pair of French gilt-bronze-mounted- white marble vases and covers attributed to Millet, Paris in Louis XVI style, late 19th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- each 45cm high; 1ft. 6in.
Condition
The giltbronze is slightly dirty in places and would benefit from a light clean according to taste. Some very miniscule chips especially to the edge of the covers and triform marble bases. In overall very good condition.
"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
An identical pair with the base stamped Millet à Paris is recorded. Maison Millet was established by Théodore Millet in 1853 and operated until 1902 at 11 Rue Jacques-Coeur, Paris before relocating to 23, Boulevard Beaumarchais. It was a highly regarded firm producing `meuble et bronze d'art, genre ançien et moderne' and the company won several awards at the Great Exhibitions. Maison Millet was an active client of the celebrated ébéniste François Linke.