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pair of antique gold vases on pedestals on a white backgrounda gold vase on a pedestal with a bird on topa gold clock with a face on it on a standa gold vase with a bird on top of ita gold trophy on a black marble basepair of gold - plated vases on pedestals on a white surface
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1598 - A pair of Louis XVI-period andirons, in gilded bronze, decor…
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Estimate CHF 1,500 - CHF 2,000
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A pair of Louis XVI-period andirons, in gilded bronze, decorated with a lidded vase adorned with garlands of foliage and gadroons, and topped by a flame; the base is flanked by a mask; height 48 cm A collection of 18th-century mounted vases In the 18th century, Parisian haberdashers played a vital role in the trade, enrichment and dissemination of luxury art objects. Acting as intermediaries between collectors, porcelain makers and bronze casters, they contributed in particular to the creation of these exceptional objects combining porcelain with gilded bronze mountings. Regarded as a precious material for its delicacy, whiteness and lustre, Chinese porcelain fascinated European connoisseurs. The Sèvres porcelain soon added to this craze. Set in gilded bronze mounts of elegant and skilfully crafted forms, these porcelain pieces became true collector’s items, intended for the most prestigious interiors and bearing witness to the refined taste of the European aristocracy.
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About the sale Collectables & Curiosities – Light fittings – Works of art – Clocks – Mirrors – Furniture – Rugs
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Auction time 09/22/2026 at 10:00 AM
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