Decorative Arts Auction

December 07, 2015

LOT 170

Lot 170

Augustin Jean Moreau Vauthier (French, 1831-1893)

Augustin Jean Moreau Vauthier (French, 1831-1893)
Lot 170 Details
Augustin Jean Moreau Vauthier (French, 1831-1893)

LA FORTUNE OR ABONDANCE, 1878

patinated bronze, signed, dated and incscribed ‘F. Barbedienne, Fondeur, Paris’, numbered 725 and with Achllle Collas, Réduction Méchanique pastille

Estimate $3,000-$5,000

Realised: $4,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Literature:

Bénézit, vol. 9, p. 831; Lami, vol. iii, pp. 484 - 488

CONDITION DETAILS

Drilled in 5 places, and with five solders, once securing electrical conduit all at back

LOT 170
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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