Treasures of the World: A charity sale in aid of Saint-Martin Abbey, Ligugé, auction, on October 18th, 2026 in Montgermont

Terms of sale

Treasures of the World: A charity sale in aid of Saint-Martin Abbey, Ligugé There are collections that may seem disparate if one adheres to a single ‘logic’ which might be defined as a form of Linnaean classification applied to inanimate objects. But as soon as one moves away from this perspective and asks what led to their bringing together, one finds undeniable links, often far more interesting because they reveal something of the personality of the person who assembled them. Such is the case with the artefacts offered for sale here. This represents the passion of a whole lifetime, that of a soldier, a career officer who served in the colonial troops (as they were then known) during the interwar period, after returning from the hell of the First World War. It was over the course of twenty years’ service, spanning the period 1919–1939, that Captain X… (later a major, then a lieutenant-colonel) spent the spare time afforded by his various postings, in North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, the Near East and the Far East, hunting for objects—sometimes ancient, sometimes valuable, sometimes merely anecdotal, but with a predilection for anything produced by foundries and coppersmiths, whilst not excluding a few African wooden statues and chests. It is not, let us reiterate, appropriate to seek a ‘logic’ in his purchases, and when one considers their diversity, one is very quickly convinced that he acted on a whim; one can imagine the pleasure he must have taken in handling the beautiful lost-wax bronze pipe case, the heavy Ifé bracelets or even the Bobo ceremonial pipe with its bronze rings shaped like gazelle heads stacked on a shaft covered in snakeskin. The same goes for the large Japanese mirror in white metal, so exquisitely polished that it feels warm to the touch. One can also picture him on a mission to Ethiopia, given the number of processional crosses he brought back, no doubt after having attended these religious ceremonies himself. And so many others… This officer did not write any memoirs, but he left behind this collection, which offers a glimpse into a curious mind, enamoured of beautiful objects but also open to the cultures he encountered during his career. Following bequests and donations, this collection came into the hands of the Benedictine monks of Saint-Martin Abbey in Ligugé, on whose behalf these items are now being offered for sale. L’OSTÉ – ONLINE AUCTION https://lostemgt.com L’Osté presents a new auction held exclusively online, bringing together a varied selection of lots: furniture, decorative items, works of art, collections, curiosities, wines, everyday objects and many other discoveries depending on the auction. Bidding closes from 8.00 pm. Make the most of this sale to snap up bargains, unearth unique items, enrich your collections and give objects a new lease of life. VIEWING Viewing by appointment only in Montgermont. To arrange an appointment: 07 61 52 35 55 NO RESERVE PRICE Lots are offered without a reserve price, giving everyone the opportunity to browse, collect and bid freely. HOW DOES AN ONLINE AUCTION WORK? Online auctions are fully digitalised auctions. You can bid on lots continuously right up until the closing time. Any bid placed in the final minute automatically resets the timer to 60 seconds. Bidding therefore continues as long as new bids are placed. For any information or assistance regarding the auction: 07 61 52 35 55 IMPORTANT – COLLECTION OF LOTS Free collection for 30 calendar days following the auction. Collection is by appointment only, Monday to Friday, from 9.30 am to 4.00 pm, at: L’OSTÉ, 5 rue Marconi, 35760 Montgermont, approximately 10 minutes north of the centre of Rennes. After the 30-day period, storage charges will apply: * €1.80 (incl. VAT) per day for lots stored on shelves; * €7.50 (incl. VAT) per day for lots stored on the floor. L’Osté wishes you a successful sale and some great bids!

See original version (French)

Timed October 18th, 2026 at 8:00 PM 35760 Montgermont - France

Timed

October 18th, 2026 at 8:00 PM

35760 Montgermont - France