Decorative Arts Auction

June 17, 2014

LOT 242

Lot 242

Georges Récipon (French, 1860-1920)

Georges Récipon (French, 1860-1920)
Lot 242 Details
Georges Récipon (French, 1860-1920)

LE PORTE BONHEURE

or LA CHANCE, gilt and silvered bronze figure of a young woman modelled nude draped on horse shoe hammering a nail
height 5.5" — 14 cm.

Estimate $300-$500

Realised: $960
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Georges Récipon (French, 1860-1920)
  • Georges Récipon (French, 1860-1920)

CONDITION DETAILS

Seam crack to left arm, rubbing to gilding, tarnish, verdigris to silvering.

LOT 242
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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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