NEW YORK – A Jasper52 auction of decorative arts set for Sunday, Sept. 25 has a noticeable French accent. Clocks, candelabra, centerpieces and bronze sculptures, all with French origins, will be sold in this auction, which has no reserves. Bidding on all lots began at $1.
Absentee and Internet live bidding is available exclusively through LiveAuctioneers.com.
An early 19th century bronze and crystal mantel clock (above) is off to a fast start. The antique timepiece stands 22 1/2 inches and has a $5,500-$7,000 estimate.
A French bronze and rouge marble centerpiece (below) in the auction was previously purchased from Christie’s. It is 14 inches high by 9 inches deep and is also expected to sell for a $5,500-$7,000.
An 18th century French figural centerpiece (below) measures 15 1/2 inches high by 11 inches wide by 5 inches deep. The bronze centerpiece depicts a woman balancing a crystal tray on her head. She is flanked by sheep and chickens. It carries a $3,500-$4,500 estimate.
A large pair of candelabra (below), 29 inches high by 18 1/2 inches high and having five lights each, is expected to reach $3,500-$4,500.
French sculptor Auguste Rodin is represented by a life-size bronze sculpture of a human hand. The bronze, signed on the bottom, is estimate at $500-$1,000.
Additional highlights in the 42-lot sale include of Royal Vienna porcelain plates, Lalique crystal vases, Japanese bronze vases, Chinese ceramics and Italian marble.
