
Description
An orientalist scene of exotic Asia, an elephant and rider appear in front of a group of Pagoda towers with a surrounding of sheep with the herder seated in front. A group of other exotic Asians in the scene stand in front and around the elephant. Palm trees reach into the sky with birds swooping by overhead. The whole scene is built of paper pieces set in tiers and braced by paper struts in the back. The background is colored blue with fine sand scattered over the scene. The measurements are 15.5" wide by 13.25" tall, by 2.75" deep Box is 19th century with glass. Very good condition, with noted loss of one head on a standing figure.( see detailed photos )
Attributed to Cornelius Bavelaar[1747 - 1830] Holland, circa 1800.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: age-appropriate and in good condition. minor losses , see detail photos
Dimensions:
Height: 13.25 in.
Width: 15.5 in.
Depth: 2.75 in.
Category: Sculpture
Origin: Netherlands
Materials: Paper
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Attributed to Cornelius Bavelaar[1747 - 1830] Holland, circa 1800.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: age-appropriate and in good condition. minor losses , see detail photos
Dimensions:
Height: 13.25 in.
Width: 15.5 in.
Depth: 2.75 in.
Category: Sculpture
Origin: Netherlands
Materials: Paper
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; age-appropriate and in good condition. minor losses , see detail photos
Buyer's Premium
20%
Cornelius Bavelaar Paper Cutout Diorama Circa 1800 Holland
Estimate $1,300-$2,700
Starting Price
$1,300
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