Lot 103
  • 103

Grand bol à punch en argent et vermeil par Marret Frères, Paris, vers 1860

Estimate
4,500 - 6,000 EUR
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Description

  • Grand bol à punch en argent et vermeil par Marret Frères, Paris, vers 1860
  • silver and silver-gilt
  • Diam. 28,5 cm, 2 208 g
reposant sur un large piédouche, orné d'une frise de rinceaux sur fond amati, appliqué deux fois d'amoiries ducales dans un cartouche surmonté d'un noeud de rubans, les deux anses en anneaux mobiles retenus dans des têtes de bélier, l'intérieur doré, la base gravée MARRET FRERES & JARRY- RUE VIVIENNE 16

Condition

In overall very good condition. Silver mark (Minerva head) on foot and handles. Stamped Marret Frères & Jarry under the base
"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

Les armoiries et la devise "Dieu aide au second chrétien Lévis" sont celles des ducs de Lévis Mirepoix.

La société Marret Frères et Jarry fut créée par Hippolyte Marret et son beau-frère Eugène Jarry en 1858. Cette association dura jusqu'en 1879.