Herend skier going for the gold in online auction Nov. 5
Large Herend porcelain skier figurine, 1944, signed by the sculptor artist, 15in long x 7in wide x 10½in high. Estimate: $2,000-$2,500. Jasper52 image
NEW YORK – A large porcelain figurine of an Alpine skier looks like a champion in a Jasper52 auction of decorative arts on Thursday, Nov. 5. The online auction consists of more than 400 lots of sterling silver, art glass, pottery, fine art and more. Bid absentee or live online exclusively through LiveAuctioneers.
The 10½-inch-high skier figure (above) is dated 1941 when it was designed, yet it was not produced until 1944 by Hungary’s Herend Porcelain Manufactory. The rare figure is partially glazed, partially bisque. It is in excellent condition; no chips, cracks or repairs (est. $2,000-$2,500).
Fine art in the sale is highlighted by an 18th century French School oil painting of putti. The 11¾-by-14½-inch painting is in a fine gilt frame (est. $4,500-$5,500).
French School oil on canvas, 19.7 x 22.4in. Estimate: $4,500-$5,500. Jasper52 image
Two rare pieces of Portuguese silver are featured. A 19¾-inch-high silver pitcher and matching bowl date to the close of the 19th century (est. $13,000-$16,000).
Giant 19th century silver pitcher and bowl, 20in. Estimate: $13,000-$16,000. Jasper52 image
An ornate silver centerpiece having a cobalt blue glass insert and supported by a marble base is comparable to the work of Portuguese silversmith Javali (1884-1937). It carries a $3,000-$3,500 estimate.
Rare Portuguese silver centerpiece with marble and cobalt glass, 10 x 15 x 7.9in. Estimate: $3,000-$3,500. Jasper52 image
A king-size Satsuma charger decorated with Japanese samurai is from the Meiki period (1868-1912). The polychrome and gilt 20-inch plate is expected to sell for $4,000-$5,000.
Large Japanese Satsuma plate, 24.8in diameter. Estimate: $4,000-$5,000. Jasper52 image
The Jasper52 Exquisite Decorate Arts auction will be conducted Thursday, Nov. 5, starting at 7 p.m. Eastern time.
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