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Lot 122

A PAIR OF LARGE ANTIQUE FRENCH DECORATED BISQUE PORCELAIN FIGURES
Vion et Baury, last quarter 19th century

Each of a Classical maiden standing on a base, one pouring from a vase, the other with a butterfly on one hand and a torch in the other, decorated in colours and gold with enamelled details, printed factory marks underside
79cm and 76cm high

Estimate $3,200 - $4,000

Unsold

Overall condition and appearance good
The water carrier:
Some very small chips and one larger flake chip around the base
Some minor loss to gilding in places, most notably the mouth rim of the vase
A small chip to the toenail and two toes with hairline cracks
Fine crack visible to the leaves (back)
The torch carrier:
Significant repair visible to underside
Repairs visible to the butterfly and torch




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 seek further information or request additional 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.

Decorative Arts

AUCTION
Sale: LJ8785
6:00pm - 7 July 2025
Hawthorn

VIEWING
Fri 4 - Sun 6 July, 10am - 4pm
2 Oxley Rd, Hawthorn VIC

CONTACT
Chiara Curcio
decorativearts@leonardjoel.com.au


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