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Christofle et Cie.
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description
- Christofle et Cie.
- Bowl, 1882
- cuivre, laiton et argent
Numéroté '1162496' et gravé '10200' à la pointe - 3,6 x 23 x 23 cm ; 1 1/2 x 9 x 9 in.
copper, brass and silvered metal
Signed Christofle & Cie and numbered 10200 and 1169496 on the underside
Signed Christofle & Cie and numbered 10200 and 1169496 on the underside
Condition
Good overall condition.
Shallow surface scratches scattered, especially on the underside of the base.
Some gilt and silvered areas on the vegetables and the insects might have been slightly rubbed with lacks of silvering and gilding, partially visible on the printed catalogue p. 4 and on the catalogue illustration.
Some oxidation, especially on the underside around the edges.
Scattered dirt stains and dirt in the crevices. .
"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
In 1880, during the exhibition of metal works, organised by the Union Centrale des Arts Décoratifs in Paris, Christofle showcased the first pieces of the collection that will be called Les Polychromes. These pieces inspired by japanese art, in silver or silvered metal, are characterized by the complete or partial use of hammering. The decorative elements are cast separately in silver, brass or copper and then brazed on the piece, engraved and some details are gilded to accentuate the polychromy.
Two designers from Christofle created these design : Henri Godin (1846-1902) and S. Waret (1826-1893), both disciples of Emile Reiber (1826-1893).
These pieces were technically hard to realise, hence their rarity.
Two designers from Christofle created these design : Henri Godin (1846-1902) and S. Waret (1826-1893), both disciples of Emile Reiber (1826-1893).
These pieces were technically hard to realise, hence their rarity.
We would like to thank Mrs Anne Gros for her assistance with the cataloguing of this lot.