Lot 267
La Mer
bronze, parcel gilt bronze, verde green marble
signed in bronze: Louis Chalon
Height 79cm
Estimate $12,000 - $18,000
Overall in very good condition, some surface dirt consistent with age, marble base has large chip to one section (3 cm) on lower edge and other small losses to lower edge all around
The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to physically inspect item, or book a virtual viewing or request further images during our pre-sale period where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice.
Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.
Gallery 63 Antiques, New York
John Schaeffer, acquired from the above
Christie's, Sydney, "The John Schaeffer Collection at Rona", 15-16 May 2004, lot 454
Private collection, Sydney
Smith & Singer, Sydney, "Important Jewels, Watches & Objects of Virtu", 12 May 2021, lot 152
acquired from the above
The Collector's Auction
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8446
2:00pm - 29 March 2022
36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra
VIEWING
Friday 25 - Sunday 27 March, 10am - 4pm
The Bond, 36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra, NSW 2025
CONTACT
Madeleine Norton
sydney@leonardjoel.com.au
SIMILAR ITEMS
Lot 215
JAN PORTIELJE (Dutch-Belgian, 1829-1908) Wilt Gil Ze? (Do You Want It?) oil on canvas
Estimate: $30,000-50,000
Lot 272
A NORTH INDIAN BLACK STONE TORSO OF VISHNU
Estimate: $15,000-25,000
Lot 224
after ARTUS WOLFAERTS (1581-1641) (18th century) The Last Supper oil on canvas
Estimate: $10,000-20,000
Lot 174
AN IMPORTANT GEORGE III MAHOGANY TWIN PEDESTAL DINING TABLE BY MORGAN & SANDERS, LONDON
Estimate: $10,000-15,000