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Suite de quatre fauteuils à dossier médaillon. Estampille de Porrot, reçu Maître le 22 Juillet 1761. Époque Louis XVI

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Suite de quatre fauteuils à dossier médaillon. Estampille de Porrot, reçu Maître le 22 Juillet 1761. Époque Louis XVI. Photo Mercier & Cie

en hêtre mouluré et sculpté de baguettes rubanées, feuilles d'acanthe et dés de raccordement à rosaces. Pieds fuselés à cannelures rudentées. (Renforts). Garniture en ancienne tapisserie à fond crème à décor de bouquets de fleurs et ruban. Haut. : 95 cm - Larg. : 62 cm - Prof. : 58 cm. Estimation : 5 500 / 6 500 €

Mercier & Cie. Dimanche 17 février 2013. Hôtel des ventes de Lille - 14, rue des jardins - 59000 Lillewww.mercier.com


Ashmolean receives major collection of Renaissance gold and silver: The Michael Wellby Bequest

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Portugese Ewer.©Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford.

OXFORD.- The Ashmolean announces that it has received a major collection of gold and silver objects of the Renaissance and Baroque periods from the collector, the late Michael Wellby (1928–2012). The bequest includes nearly 500 objects of the greatest rarity. 

Professor Tim Wilson, Keeper of the Department of Western Art, who knew Michael Wellby well, says, “The Ashmolean is extremely grateful to Michael and his family. This is the most important accession of objects of this sort to any UK museum since the bequest of objects from Waddesdon Manor by Ferdinand Rothschild to the British Museum in 1898.” 

Michael Wellby was a member of a family prominent in the silver trade. At the age of eighteen, he took a part-time job in his father’s business where he acquired a lasting passion for the beauty and craftsmanship of early silver. He opened his own shop in Grafton Street in the 1960s, specialising in German silver of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, in which he became an acknowledged expert. Both at auctions in London and on trips to the continent with his wife, Joy, he made many discoveries and acquired many rarities. Several of these were sold through the shop but a few exceptional pieces were added to the personal collection which has now been bequeathed to the Ashmolean. 

Spectacular pieces by or attributed to German and Flemish makers, often bearing the arms of their original owners, form the nucleus of the collection, alongside a number of equally rare pieces made elsewhere in Europe. Although most of the pieces are made of silver or include gold or silver mounts, several incorporate ivory, agate, shell, lapis lazuli or rock crystal carved with the virtuosity that is typical of pieces of this kind which have long been highly valued by wealthy collectors and are now rarely seen outside museums. 

Many of the Wellby pieces show their patrons’ fascination with exotic materials, especially from the East and Africa. There are beautifully carved and mounted examples of semi-precious stones, of exotic shells and mother-of pearl, of coconut shell, ostrich egg, and ivory. One of the most important pieces is a silver gilt ewer made in Portugal in c.1510-15. The ewer is in the fantastic style of Portuguese art and architecture known as the Manueline style and is enameled with the Royal Arms of Portugal. The single most extraordinary object is a lapis lazuli bowl with gold mounts made in Prague in c. 1608 by the brilliant Dutch goldsmith Paulus van Vianen. 

The Wellby collection is of the type formed in the past by continental princes such as the Electors of Saxony in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries and more recently by Sir Julius Wernher or by the Rothschild family. It will stand alongside the Ashmolean’s Fortnum Collection of Renaissance artifacts and the English silver, which, in many ways, it complements. A selection of the objects will go on temporary display in the West Meets East Gallery from February 2013, before the entire collection is displayed in a permanent gallery, designed to show the collection in its full brilliance. 

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Lapis Bowl.© Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford.

Suzanne Belperron. Diamond and Platinum ‘Foliate’ Necklace

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SUZANNE BELPERRON. Diamond and Platinum ‘Foliate’ Necklace

Cartier. Pear-Shaped Diamond Necklace

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Cartier. Pear-Shaped Diamond Necklace

Frist Center hosts Rembrandt and the Dutch Golden Age: Highlights from the Detroit Institute of Arts

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Frans Hals (Dutch, ca. 1582/1583–1666). Portrait of Hendrik Swalmius, 1639. Oil on oak panel, 11 x 8 1/4 in. Detroit Institute of Arts, City of Detroit and Founders Society Joint Purchase, 49.347.

NASHVILLE, TN.- Rembrandt and the Dutch Golden Age: Highlights from the Detroit Institute of Arts will open at the Frist Center for the Visual Arts on February 1, 2013. Drawn entirely from the superb collection of the Detroit Institute of Arts, this exhibition presents works of the great Dutch masters including Frans Hals, Rembrandt van Rijn, Jacob van Ruisdael and Jan Steen, along with related decorative arts. Rembrandt and the Dutch Golden Age will remain on view in the Frist Center’s Ingram Gallery through May 19, 2013. 

Comprised of 73 paintings and 16 decorative arts, the exhibition sets the work of the great Dutch masters within the larger social, religious and political context of the Dutch Golden Age. Together these works provide a stunning survey of the art produced in the 17th century in the newly independent and prosperous Dutch Republic. 

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Hendrik van der Burch (Dutch, 1627–after 1666). The Game of Cards, ca. 1660. Oil on canvas, 30 3/4 x 26 1/4 in. Detroit Institute of Arts, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John S. Newberry, 29.2

“We are pleased to have the opportunity to bring to the Frist Center an exhibition entirely devoted to 17th century Dutch painting that has been selected from one of the largest collections of Dutch art outside of the Netherlands,” Frist Center Executive Director Susan Edwards remarks. “In addition to presenting works of exceptional beauty by numerous Dutch masters, the exhibition offers rare insight into the social and political climate of this beloved era in art history.” 

“We are grateful to the H.G. Hill Realty Company for their generosity as our Gold Sponsor for Rembrandt and the Dutch Golden Age: Highlights from the Detroit Institute of Arts,” says Dr. Edwards. “With their support, we are able to present some of the finest Dutch Golden Age paintings at the Frist Center and facilitate more opportunities for education and engagement.” 

“As a family owned and operated company in Nashville for five generations, we are extremely invested in supporting and furthering our community,” says Wentworth Caldwell, Jr., Chairman of the H. G. Hill Company. “To be able to bring some of the great art of the world to Middle Tennessee and, in turn, the many educational and community outreach opportunities it affords is a joy for us.” 

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Gerard Ter Borch (Dutch, 1617-1681). Lady at Her Toilette, ca. 1660. Oil on canvas, 30 x 23 1/2 in. Detroit Institute of Arts, Founders Society Purchase, Eleanor Clay Ford Fund, General Membership Fund, Endowment Income Fund and Special Activities Fund, 65.10

The exhibition will open with a gallery focusing on Rembrandt, the most innovative, versatile and influential Dutch artist of the 17th century. “Rembrandt did not specialize in any one kind of painting, which distinguishes him from his contemporaries,” explains Frist Center Curator Trinita Kennedy. “His vast production of paintings ranges across virtually every thematic category: genre, history painting, landscape, portraiture and still life. He was highly inventive and his work has never lost its extraordinary appeal.” 

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Attributed to Rembrandt Harmensz.van Rijn (Dutch, 1606–1669). Christ, ca. 1648–50. Oil on oak panel, 11 x 9 1/8 in. Detroit Institute of Arts, Founders Society Purchase, 30.370

The first gallery will also present works by Rembrandt’s teacher, the Amsterdam painter Pieter Lastman, and Rembrandt’s own students and followers. Rembrandt was famous in his own day and ran an important workshop. While his exact number of pupils is unknown, it may have been as many as 40 to 50. “Rembrandt’s students copied and collaborated on his paintings and it can be difficult to distinguish their work from his own,” Kennedy observes. “Since the early 19th century, each generation of art historians has sought to define what was painted by Rembrandt, his pupils, his workshop, his circle and his followers. In this exhibition, we get to see how scholars are presently interpreting Rembrandt’s body of work.” 

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Jacob Isaacksz. van Ruisdael (Dutch, 1628–1682). The Jewish Cemetery, ca. 1654–55. Oil on canvas, 56 x 74 1/2 in. Detroit Institute of Arts, Gift of Julius H. Haass in memory of his brother Dr. Ernest W. Haass, 26.3

After the opening gallery with works by Rembrandt and his circle, the rest of the paintings in the exhibition will be organized thematically, with galleries dedicated to: Portraiture: Faces of the Dutch Golden Age (featuring works by Frans Hals); Biblical Histories: The Impact of Calvinism on Religious Art in the Dutch Republic (Leonaert Bramer); Dutch Peasant Scenes and the Perils of Debauchery (Jan Steen); Domestic Interiors: Inner Worlds of the Dutch Republic (Pieter de Hooch, Gerard Ter Borch); Still-Life Painting: The World in Objects (Willem Kalf; Rachel Ruysch); Dutch Architectural Painting: Cityscapes and Church Interiors (Emmanuel de Witte); Marine Painting and the Global Dutch Economy (Ludolf Backhuysen); and Dutch Landscapes: Local Scenery and Pride of Place (Jacob van Ruisdael). 

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Rembrandt Harmensz.van Rijn (Dutch, 1606–1669). The Visitation, 1640. Oil on cedar panel, 22 1/4 x 18 7/8 in. Detroit Institute of Arts, City of Detroit Purchase, 27.200

A pair of earrings suspending natural pearl drops, 19th century

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A pair of earrings suspending natural pearl drops, 19th century. Photo Sotheby's

measuring approximately 7.3 x 12.1mm and 7.5 x 10.4mm, the surmounts set with rose diamonds in closed back settings, later post fittings. 

Sotheby's Magnificent Jewels Geneva | 14 Nov 2012 www.sothebys.com

Natural pearl, gem set and diamond pendent earrings, mid 19th century

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Natural pearl, gem set and diamond pendent earrings, mid 19th century - Sotheby's

Of foliate design, set with natural pearls, the largest swing-set, highlighted with fancy cut emeralds, cabochon rubies, cushion-shaped and rose diamonds, post fittings, French import marks, a few rose diamonds deficient. Estimate: 19,000 - 28,000 CHF - Unsold

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 65298 stating that the pearls were found to be natural, saltwater. The two smallest pearls have not been tested because of the mounting.

Sotheby's Magnificent Jewels Geneva | 14 Nov 2012 www.sothebys.com

Diamond tiara/necklace, circa 1910

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Diamond tiara-necklace, circa 1910 - Sotheby's.  

The graduated open work spade-shaped motifs set with cushion-shaped, circular-, single-cut and rose diamonds, set along a row of similarly cut stones, spade motifs and line of diamonds detachable, accompanied by additional fittings including original screw driver, fitted case stamped F. Kandelhart, Juwelier, Wien VII, Zollergasse 35. Estimate: 15,000 - 25,000 CHF - LOT SOLD. 50,000 CHF

PROPERTY OF AN AUSTRIAN NOBLE FAMILY

Sotheby's Magnificent Jewels Geneva | 14 Nov 2012 www.sothebys.com


Diamond ring

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Diamond ring - Sotheby's. 

Set with two cushion-shaped diamonds weighing 3.46 and 3.46 carats respectively, highlighted with circular-cut diamonds. Estimate: 9,500 - 19,000 CHF - LOT SOLD. 50,000 CHF

Sotheby's Magnificent Jewels Geneva | 14 Nov 2012 www.sothebys.com

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Diamond necklace, circa 1915

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Diamond necklace, circa 1915 - Sotheby's.

Of open work Greek key pattern, millegrain-set with circular- and single-cut diamonds, length approximately 400mm. Estimate: 8,000 - 12,000 CHF - LOT SOLD. 31,250 CHF

Sotheby's Magnificent Jewels Geneva | 14 Nov 2012 www.sothebys.com

Diamond brooch/pendant, circa 1840

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Diamond brooch/pendant, circa 1840 - Sotheby's.

Of cruciform design set with cushion-shaped and circular-cut diamonds, pendant bail and brooch fitting. Estimate: 6,500 - 9,000 CHF - LOT SOLD. 17,500 CHF

Sotheby's Magnificent Jewels Geneva | 14 Nov 2012 www.sothebys.com

Diamond brooch, Late 19th century

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Diamond brooch, Late 19th century - Sotheby's.

Of floral and foliate design, the centre of the largest flower set with a cushion-shaped diamond of yellow tint, further set with cushion-shaped, circular-cut and rose diamonds, later brooch fitting. Estimate: 8,500 - 12,500 CHF - LOT SOLD. 17,500 CHF

Sotheby's Magnificent Jewels Geneva | 14 Nov 2012 www.sothebys.com

Diamond tiara, late 19th century

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Diamond tiara, late 19th century - Sotheby's.  

Designed as interweaving branches, set with cushion-shaped, circular-cut and rose diamonds, inner circumference approximately 195mm, three leaves and three branches detachable, accompanied by brooch and ear clip fittings. Estimate: 12,000 - 18,000 CHF - LOT SOLD. 45,000 CHF

Sotheby's Magnificent Jewels Geneva | 14 Nov 2012 www.sothebys.com

Guido Hager Apartment by Helenio Barbetta. Berlin, Germany.

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Guido Hager Apartment by Helenio Barbetta. Berlin, Germany. Guido Hager is a landscape architect from Berlin.


An emerald and diamond necklace, by Harry Winston

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An emerald and diamond necklace, by Harry Winston. Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2009

Composed of two opposing undulating lines of graduated rectangular-cut emeralds and diamonds, enhanced by circular-cut diamond or emerald trim, tapering to a point, set with a detachable pendant comprising two modified pear-shaped emeralds, suspending a pear-shaped emerald, weighing approximately 18.95 carats, within a graduated circular-cut diamond surround, mounted in platinum, 1956,, 16¾ ins., accompanied by two brooch fittings, in a Harry Winston black leather case. Signed Winston for Harry Winston. Estimate $500,000 - $700,000 - Price Realized $950,500

With report CS 36051 dated 17 January 2003 from the American Gemological Laboratories stating that it is the opinion of the Laboratory that the origin of this emerald would be classified as Colombia. It is the opinion of the Laboratory that this emerald exhibits evidence of faint clarity enhancement (Oil Type Treatment/Canadian Balsam) 

LiteratureLaurence S. Krashes, Harry Winston: The Ultimate Jeweler, Harry Winston, Inc., New York, 1984, page 217

Notes: Glamourous and important, this necklace by Harry Winston illustrates the sensibility of 1950s jewels. At the time, necklaces were often designed to sit high on the neck as the perfect compliment to the plunging décolletages of the era's evening gowns. Jewelry designs were fluid and feminine, with detachable parts that permitted day-to-night versatility. In addition to his reputation as "King of Diamonds," Harry Winston is credited with revolutionizing jewelry manufature and design. Without the distracting weight of excess metal, his finely-crafted creations set the standard for elegant simplicity.

Christie's. Jewels: The New York Sale & The Annenberg Diamond 21 October 2009 New York, Rockefeller Plaza.

A pair of emerald and diamond ear pendants

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A pair of emerald and diamond ear pendants. Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2009

Each suspending a detachable pendant, set with a pear-shaped emerald, weighing approximately 10.82 and 14.48 carats, within a graduated circular-cut diamond surround, joined by a pear-shaped diamond double-link, from a surmount of similar design, set with a cushion-cut emerald, weighing approximately 8.02 and 9.14 carats, mounted in platinum. Estimate $300,000 - $500,000 - Price Realized $362,500

With reports 95000412 and 95000312 dated 4 May 2009 from the AGTA Gemological Testing Center stating that the data obtained during the examination of the pear-shaped emeralds, weighing approximately 10.82 and 14.48 carats, indicates the probable geographic origin is Colombia. Minor and moderate clarity enhancement, respectively 

With report 12008511 dated 23 December 2008 from the AGTA Gemological Testing Center stating that the data obtained during the examination of the cushion-cut emeralds indicates that the probable geographic origin is Colombia. Minor clarity enhancement

Christie's. Jewels: The New York Sale & The Annenberg Diamond 21 October 2009 New York, Rockefeller Plaza.

Ecole flamande de l’entourage de Paul de Vos. Scène de chasse au sanglier et Scène de chasse à l’ours

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Ecole flamande de l’entourage de Paul de Vos. Scène de chasse au sanglier et Scène de chasse à l’ours

Paire d’huiles sur toile. Epoque XVIIIème siècle. 149 x 222 cm. Accidents et restaurations. Expert. : M. René Millet. Estimation 6000/8000 EUR

Provenance: Château de Sologne, provenant des collections d'arts asiatiques de la comtesse Baruzy et des souvenirs de la famille de Broglie.

Me Marie-Edith POUSSE-CORNET. Samedi 16 février 2013. Galerie des ventes d'Orléans 2, impasse Notre Dame du chemin - 45000 Orléans (tel 02 38 54 00 00 - svv-pousse-cornet-sarl@wanadoo.fr) 

Cartel de forme mouvementé en bois laqué noir et son cul de lampe. Epoque XVIIIème siècle

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Cartel de forme mouvementé en bois laqué noir et son cul de lampe. Epoque XVIIIème siècle.

Ornementation en bronze ciselé et figure allégorique à Louis XIV. Mouvement et cadran émaillé signés Gaudin à Orléans. H. : 93 cm. H. totale : 127 cm. Usures et restaurations. Estimation 4000/6000 EUR

Provenance: Château de Sologne, provenant des collections d'arts asiatiques de la comtesse Baruzy et des souvenirs de la famille de Broglie.

Me Marie-Edith POUSSE-CORNET. Samedi 16 février 2013. Galerie des ventes d'Orléans 2, impasse Notre Dame du chemin - 45000 Orléans (tel 02 38 54 00 00 - svv-pousse-cornet-sarl@wanadoo.fr) 

 

Cabinet en poirier et bois noirci. Travail en partie du XVIIème siècle dans le goût des cabinets florentins

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Cabinet en poirier et bois noirci. Travail en partie du XVIIème siècle dans le goût des cabinets florentins.

de forme rectangulaire à décor en façade de plaques en pierres dures polychromes figurant des cervidés, ours, lièvres et autres animaux, ouvrant par dix tiroirs et une porte découvrant une niche. Ornementations en métal doré sur les côtés. H. : 72,5 cm / L. : 118 cm / l. : 37 cm. Usures, fentes, accidents, manques et restaurations. On y joint un piètement à pieds annelés rapporté. Estimation 5000/6000 EUR

Provenance: Château de Sologne, provenant des collections d'arts asiatiques de la comtesse Baruzy et des souvenirs de la famille de Broglie.

Me Marie-Edith POUSSE-CORNET. Samedi 16 février 2013. Galerie des ventes d'Orléans 2, impasse Notre Dame du chemin - 45000 Orléans (tel 02 38 54 00 00 - svv-pousse-cornet-sarl@wanadoo.fr) 

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