Lot 99
- 99
A French silver-gilt and enamel altar set, Placide Poussielgue-Rusant, Paris, circa 1860
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- silver, enamel
- the cruets 16cm high, the chalice 11in, 28cm high
comprising: polylobed oval tray and two jugs, engraved with flowers and inset with coloured cabochons, enamelled ornament and medallions representing prophets and religious symbols together with a French silver chalice, Marie Thierry (fils), Paris, circa 1860, embossed and chased with religious symbols and figures, gilt interior
Condition
Chalice: Hallmarked on foot and cup, top of knop disc bent revealing central shaft.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Placide Poussielgue-Rusant specialised in religious silver, taking inspiration mainly from Viollet-Le-Duc's drawings and archeological records. From 1851, he presented his silver pieces in all the universal exhibitions for which he won several gold medals. He was considered to be the French leading silversmith for religious items.