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* Émile GALLÉ (1846-1904). Seated cat forming a tobacco pot …
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* Émile GALLÉ (1846-1904). Seated cat forming a tobacco pot …
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Estimate €500 - €1,500
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Description
* Émile GALLÉ (1846-1904).
Seated cat forming a tobacco pot in yellow glazed earthenware decorated in cobalt blue with small round hearts and a decorative Japanese swan at the back of the head; the eyes in glass sulphides.
Probably after a model by Gengoult PROUVÉ (father of Victor PROUVÉ) and decorated by Émile GALLÉ.
Circa 1884.
Signature under the Gallé Nancy base in blue ink on the terracotta.
D. 32 × 19 cm.
(The enamel is missing, chipped and several restorations have been made)
Bibliography: Bernd HAKENJOS, Émile Gallé, Éditions Hirmer, 2012: a decoration to the model reproduced p. 39 n°65 (for a dog).
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About the sale
Sale of the Collection of Mr L. & à Divers: Émile GALLÉ earthenware, Majorelle, Saint-Clément, Glassware, Bronzes
Auction location
Auction time
06/10/2026 at 2:00 PM
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