Militaria Online Auction

March 14, 2013

LOT 2

Lot 2

Corneille Henri Theunissen (French, 1863-1918)

Corneille Henri Theunissen (French, 1863-1918)
Lot 2 Details
Corneille Henri Theunissen (French, 1863-1918)

A LA DÉFENSE DE PARIS

a bronze reduction of the monument in the courtyard of L’ecole Polytechnique in Paris
height 20.3" — 51.5 cm.
impressed foundry mark

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $456
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Corneille Henri Theunissen (French, 1863-1918)
  • Corneille Henri Theunissen (French, 1863-1918)
  • Corneille Henri Theunissen (French, 1863-1918)
  • Corneille Henri Theunissen (French, 1863-1918)
Note:

Commissioned to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the 1814 Battle of Paris. Another example can be found at West Point Military Academy.

CONDITION DETAILS

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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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