Classical Art, Antiques & Asian Art

Saturday 21 September 2024, 14:00 CEST (+0200)

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Classical Art, Antiques & Asian Art

Goldfield Auction is proud to present an exceptional auction including part of the prestigious collection of Mr H.V.B. This sale will highlight unique pieces that will delight art lovers and informed collectors.

This auction is also an opportunity for Goldfield Auction to support the Rotary Club of Liège in its support of the non-profit organisation La Manivelle by donating the acquisition fees of lots 431 to 500.

Among the sale's highlights

An Art Nouveau desk by Louis Majorelle. A remarkable example of the Art Nouveau style, this desk by Louis Majorelle combines elegance and functionality with the fluid lines and natural motifs characteristic of the period.

A pair of Ombelles chairs by Émile Gallé. These chairs, created by master glassmaker and cabinetmaker Émile Gallé, are a tribute to nature. Their organic design and woodwork reveal all the artist's skills.

An imposing Art Deco sculpture by Demetre Chiparus. A masterpiece of the Art Deco period, this sculpture by Demetre Chiparus embodies the elegance and sophistication of the period, with its clean lines and stylised representation of the human figure.

A pair of large solid silver vases with Paris hallmarks dating from the 18th century. These silver vases, rich in detail and ornamentation, bear witness to the excellence of 18th-century Parisian silverware.

A pair of sconces by Ateliers Jean Téchoueyeres for Maison Jansen. Created by the famous Ateliers Jean Téchoueyeres for the House of Jansen, these sconces reflect the refinement and timeless style for which this interior design house is renowned.

A beautiful portrait of an African woman by Auguste Mambour. This work by Auguste Mambour, depicting an African figure, stands out for its expressiveness and bold use of colour, offering a deep and respectful look at the subject.

And much more besides!

Don't miss the Nancy glass collections, famous for their technical and aesthetic innovations, and a selection of exquisite bronzes, perfect examples of the craftsmanship of the period.

This auction is a unique opportunity to discover and acquire works of great rarity and exceptional beauty. We invite you to take part in this not-to-be-missed event for all art and design lovers.

The auction date is Saturday 21 September 2024.

The auction start at 02pm (Brussels time).

The auction venue is located at Gruuss-Strooss, 19 - L-9991 WEISWAMPACH (Luxemburg).

NO PRESENCE IN THE AUCTION ROOM – ONLINE AUCTION ONLY.

It will be possible to bid online on GOLDFIELD AUCTION but also on DROUOT DIGITAL, THE SALEROOM, LOT-TISSIMO, INVALUABLE and LIVE AUCTIONNEERS.

Lots will be on display on Thursday 12 September, Friday 13 September and Saturday 14 September from 10am to 4pm.

Before bidding, if in doubt, please ask for confirmation of the information you consider essential...

Special conditions

See the special conditions of the sale

Special Terms and Conditions

The date of the auction is Saturday, September 21, 2024.

The auction start at 02pm (Brussels time).

The auction house is located at Gruuss-Strooss, 19 - L-9991 WEISWAMPACH (Luxemburg).

NO PRESENCE IN THE AUCTION ROOM – ONLINE AUCTION ONLY.

It will be possible to bid online on GOLDFIELD AUCTION but also on LOT-TISSIMO, DROUOT DIGITAL, THE SALEROOM, INVALUABLE and LIVE AUCTIONEERS.

Lots will be on display on Thursday 12 September, Friday 13 September and Saturday 14 September from 10am to 4pm.

A. The General Terms and Conditions of Sale apply.

B. The lots will be sold without guarantee, "as is". Descriptions and information (weight, measurements, material, condition, etc.) are given for information only. (PLEASE CHECK THE INFORMATION YOU CONSIDER ESSENTIAL BEFORE THE SALE).

C. Winning bids will be confirmed to buyers. They will be asked for their choice of shipping and payment. Payment for winning lots must be made immediately. In accordance with articles L. 222-4, L. 222-9 and L. 222-10 of the French Consumer Code, the buyer/consumer has a right of withdrawal. The buyer/consumer has a period of 14 days following receipt of the lot(s) purchased to exercise his/her right of withdrawal. After dispatch or collection of the lot(s), the condition for exercising this right of withdrawal is the request, prior to the sale, for confirmation of the information/description elements that appear essential. The lots are supposed to be collected from our offices in Weiswampach. As delivery of the lot(s) is an optional service, delivery costs will not be reimbursed if the right of withdrawal is exercised. In addition, the Buyer will be responsible for the costs of return shipping and the prize(s) must be received by GoldField in good condition or at least in the condition in which they were shipped by GoldField. The right of withdrawal does not apply (even if the information has been confirmed) to precious metal items (gold, silver, platinum, ...), precious stones (diamond, pearl, ...) and perishable goods (wine, ...).

D. For bids via the goldfield.auction website, the purchaser will pay, in addition to the bid, 28% of the costs (all taxes included).

D.1. A supplement of 4% will be charged if the bids come from a partner platform: LOT-TISSIMO, DROUOT, THE SALEROOM, INVALUABLE and LIVE AUCTIONEERS.

E. No additional charges linked to the method of payment.

F. PICK-UP / DISPATCH :

Lots must be collected from our premises in WEISWAMPACH. GoldField can arrange shipment of lots at the expense and responsibility of the purchaser.

F.1. GoldField shipping price list :

Zone 1 : Luxembourg, Germany, France, Belgium, Netherlands.

Zone 2 : Azores, Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Madeira, Malta, Isle of Man, Monaco, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden.

Zone 3 : Albania, Andorra, Belarus, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Canary Islands, Faroe Islands, Georgia, Gibraltar, Guernsey, Iceland, Jersey, Liechtenstein, Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Norway, Russia, Serbia, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, Vatican, Algeria, Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Morocco, Syria, Tunisia, USA, UK.

Zone 4 : rest of the world

Table (packaging and shipping - gross weight of item and packaging) :

ZONE 1 ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4

from 0 kg to 1 kg 49 EUROS 80 EUROS 115 EUROS 145 EUROS

from 1 kg to 2 kg 58 EUROS 87 EUROS 139 EUROS 175 EUROS

from 2 kg to 5 kg 73 EUROS 98 EUROS 170 EUROS 285 EUROS

from 5 kg to 10 kg 93 EUROS 127 EUROS 277 EUROS 565 EUROS

from 10 kg to 20 kg 125 EUROS 175 EUROS 335 EUROS 612 EUROS

from 20 kg to 30 kg 157 EUROS 253 EUROS 380 EUROS 715 EUROS

F.2. Packages over 30kg cannot be dispatched (except in exceptional circumstances, at GoldField's discretion and subject to quotation). Even under 30 kg, some lots are considered undeliverable by GoldField (size, bulk, weight, ...), GoldField reserves the right to deliver or not a lot.

F.3. Lots are deemed to be collected from our premises (WEISWAMPACH). The sending of parcels is a service offered by GoldField. This shipment is made under the entire responsibility of the buyer. In the event of loss, breakage or a parcel being held up at customs, GoldField cannot be held responsible under any circumstances, and the buyer can therefore never demand a refund. However, GoldField will do its utmost to limit the risks, as this is a guarantee of means and not of results.

F.4. Paid lots are supposed to be collected within 15 days. If this time limit is exceeded, a sum of 5 EUROS per day and per item will be payable by the buyer until the lots are collected.

G. PURCHASE ORDERS : Orders may be placed by letter, Internet or telephone up to 24 hours before the start of each sale.

H. PAYMENT : cash, bank transfer, credit cards, in EUROS.

I. The auction steps are as follows :

- from €1 to €25 : by €1

- from €25 to €50 : by €5

- from €50 to €100 : by €10

- from €100 to €300 : by €20

- from €300 to €1,000 : by €50

- from €1,000 to €2,000 : by €100

- from €2,000 to €4,000 : by €200

- from €4,000 to €10,000 : by €500

- from €10,000 to €100,000 : by €1,000

- from €100,000 to €500,000 : by €5,000

J. RESALE RIGHTS - extract from the grand-ducal regulation of 25 August 2006 on resale rights.

Art. 3 The minimum sale price above which droit de suite is levied is 3,000 euros, exclusive of tax.

The resale right is set as follows :

- 4% for the first 50,000 euros of the sale price, excluding tax

- 3% for the portion of the sale price, excluding tax, between 50,000.01 and 200,000 euros

- 1% for the portion of the sale price, excluding tax, between €200,000.01 and €350,000

- 0.5% for the portion of the sale price, excluding tax, between 350,000.01 and 500,000 euros

- 0.25% for the portion of the sale price, excluding tax, in excess of 500,000 euros.

However, the total amount of droit de suite may not exceed €12,500.

Demetre CHIPARUS (1886-1947) ‘Les Amis Toujours’ Large chryselephantine sculpture in bronze and ivory, circa 1925 (Height 64cm)

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Bids from€35,000.00

Demetre CHIPARUS (1886-1947) ‘Les Amis Toujours’ Large chryselephantine sculpture in bronze and ivory, circa 1925 (Height 64cm)

Nevers - Polychrome earthenware plate with patronymic design representing Saint Michel.

122

Bids from€150.00

Nevers - Polychrome earthenware plate with patronymic design representing Saint Michel.

Meissen - 19th century polychrome porcelain subject.

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Bids from€200.00

Meissen - 19th century polychrome porcelain subject.

Meissen - Set of 12 polychrome porcelain cups and saucers decorated with dragons, swords mark under the pieces.

124

Bids from€750.00

Meissen - Set of 12 polychrome porcelain cups and saucers decorated with dragons, swords mark under the pieces.

125

Bids from€400.00

"The musicians" a large group made in polychrome porcelain of Sitzendorf

‘Young Bacchus’ Marble and bronze inkwell.

126

Bids from€150.00

‘Young Bacchus’ Marble and bronze inkwell.

Henryk II KOSSOWSKI (1855-1921) ‘L'élégante’ Bronze with gilded patina, signed on the terrace, late 19th century.

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Bids from€500.00

Henryk II KOSSOWSKI (1855-1921) ‘L'élégante’ Bronze with gilded patina, signed on the terrace, late 19th century.

Pair of equestrian sculptures in bronze, figures in the antique style, on a marble base, Charles X period

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Bids from€1,500.00

Pair of equestrian sculptures in bronze, figures in the antique style, on a marble base, Charles X period

VIENNA - Imposing architectural clock in the form of a temple surmounted by a dome, polychrome porcelain with antique-style figures, bronze mounting.

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Bids from€3,000.00

VIENNA - Imposing architectural clock in the form of a temple surmounted by a dome, polychrome porcelain with antique-style figures, bronze mounting.

‘Saint Florian' Gilded stuccoed wood sculpture on a base, 18th century.

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Bids from€1,200.00

‘Saint Florian' Gilded stuccoed wood sculpture on a base, 18th century.

‘The Conquistadores’ Imposing pair of carved oak statues, probably Spain, 19th century.

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Bids from€2,000.00

‘The Conquistadores’ Imposing pair of carved oak statues, probably Spain, 19th century.

Georges Marie Valentin BAREAU (1866-1931) ‘Allégorie de l'histoire’ Sculpture in bronze with brown and gold patina, signature and Barbedienne foundry stamp.

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Bids from€3,000.00

Georges Marie Valentin BAREAU (1866-1931) ‘Allégorie de l'histoire’ Sculpture in bronze with brown and gold patina, signature and Barbedienne foundry stamp.

Adalberto CENCETTI (1847-1907) ‘Bust of a woman’ Carrara marble sculpture on a grey marble base, 19th century, signed on the back.

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Bids from€2,500.00

Adalberto CENCETTI (1847-1907) ‘Bust of a woman’ Carrara marble sculpture on a grey marble base, 19th century, signed on the back.

Benoît Lucien HERCULE (1846-1913) ‘Gentleman in armour’ Gilt bronze sculpture, signed and stamped by the Thiébaut foundry in Paris.

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Bids from€2,500.00

Benoît Lucien HERCULE (1846-1913) ‘Gentleman in armour’ Gilt bronze sculpture, signed and stamped by the Thiébaut foundry in Paris.

Jean François Théodore GECHTER (1795-1844) ‘Equestrian figure’ Bronze with shaded patina, signed on the terrace.

135

Bids from€2,000.00

Jean François Théodore GECHTER (1795-1844) ‘Equestrian figure’ Bronze with shaded patina, signed on the terrace.

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