Decorative Arts Auction

December 10, 2009

LOT 327

Lot 327

Edmond-Louis-Auguste Leveque (French, 1814-1875)

Edmond-Louis-Auguste Leveque (French, 1814-1875)
Lot 327 Details
Edmond-Louis-Auguste Leveque (French, 1814-1875)

PAIR OF NORSE WARRIORS

patinated bronze
bronze height 22.75" — 57.8 cm.; 22.75" — 57.8 cm.
signed in the moulds Leveque Scpt., inscribed foundry marks Gautier & Cie

Estimate $3,000-$4,000

Realised: $2,640
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Edmond-Louis-Auguste Leveque (French, 1814-1875)
  • Edmond-Louis-Auguste Leveque (French, 1814-1875)

CONDITION DETAILS

Spear is detached, no losses; otherwise in very good condition with rich dark brown patination; measurement excludes turned ebonized wood bases.

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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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