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262 - FERRIERE LA PETITE. RARE trompe l’œil terrine depicting a he…
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Estimate €1,800 - €2,300
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FERRIERE LA PETITE. RARE trompe l’œil terrine depicting a hen, her chicks and eggs, in fine earthenware with polychrome decoration. With its attached tray and lid. (Slight chipping and 1 crack beneath the dish). 19th century. H. 26, L. 39, D. 33. This iconic piece is attributed to Pierre GOSSUIN (1838–1863). Similar examples are held in the museums of VALENCIENNES and SAINT-OMER.
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About the sale Works of art and fine furnishings, antique, 19th-century and modern paintings. For lot No. 97 – TONITZA, it will be possible to bid on INTERENCHERES by paying a deposit of 5,000.00 euros; please contact the auction house on 03 22 32 48 48. Failure to do so will result in your bid on INTERENCHERES not being accepted.
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Auction time 09/27/2026 at 10:30 AM
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