Henry Dasson

The renowned Parisian maker of gilt-bronze mounted furniture, Henry Dasson, began his career as a bronze sculptor. Occasionally marbles with his signature have appeared on the art market. It is likely that these were made in his workshop at 106, rue Vielle du Temple, which specialised in the production of bronze artifacts and clocks. Dasson's success was such that he was made a Chevalier de la Légion d'honneur in 1883 and was awarded the Grand Prix Artistique at the Paris 1889 Exposition Universelle.

This apparently unique marble of the mythological poet and musician, Orpheus, showcases the sumptuous level of detail for which Dasson's compositions were famous. Fittingly, it is presented on a gilt bronze base.