Decorative Arts Auction

June 17, 2014

LOT 254

Lot 254

Maurice Guiraud-Rivière (French, 1881-1947)

Maurice Guiraud-Rivière (French, 1881-1947)
Lot 254 Details
Maurice Guiraud-Rivière (French, 1881-1947)

STELLA

c.1925, silvered bronze figure of a dancing nude on turned Portor marble base, signed in the mould and witd mark for Etling Paris
height 25.25" — 64.1 cm.

Estimate $5,000-$7,000

Realised: $9,000
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Other examples of the model have her holding and peering in to an alabaster or onyx ball. Not present in this example. The threaded rod and nut which secure the bronze figure to the marble base is a replacement.

LOT 254
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About Condition Ratings

  • 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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