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ALEXANDRE LANDRE - PARIS

136 - Antoine Louis BARYE (1795–1875), after A pair of figures des…
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Estimate €1,000 - €1,500
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Antoine Louis BARYE (1795–1875), after A pair of figures described as ‘incredible and marvellous’, in patinated bronze, resting on square, moulded plinths. The first, entitled ‘CHOPARD’, depicts Paulin Meunier playing the role of Chopard. The second, known as ‘FOUINARD’, depicts Augustin Guillemet, known as Alexandre, playing the role of Fouinard. Paris. Late 19th century. H_ 25 cm W_9 cm During the Directoire period, around 1795–1799, a group of fashionable young men called themselves the ‘Incroyables and Merveilles’. They were eccentric dandies, with extravagant clothing and a mannered way of speaking. Expert: Stéphane Pepe - Expert: PEPE Stephane
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About the sale The Apartments of the 7th Arrondissement #11
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Auction time 06/29/2026 at 2:00 PM
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