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PAIR OF SCULPTURES “THE MARLY HORSES”, AFTER GUILLAUME COUSTOU THE ELDER (1677–1746) FRANCE, 19TH CENTURY

PAIR OF SCULPTURES “THE MARLY HORSES”, AFTER GUILLAUME COUSTOU THE ELDER (1677–1746) FRANCE, 19TH CENTURY

The pair of sculptural compositions known as “The Marly Horses”, also referred to as “The Horse Tamers”, represents a highly accomplished bronze interpretation of one of the most celebrated works of French court sculpture of the 18th century. The compositions derive from the original marble group created by Guillaume Coustou the Elder for the terrace of the royal château of Marly-le-Roi during the reign of Louis XV.The sculptures depict nude youths exerting great effort to restrain rearing horses. The dramatic tension of the scene is conveyed through the powerful contrast between the untamed energy of the animals and the academically precise treatment of human anatomy. The figures are conceived in complex spatial movement, creating a strong sense of continuous action and internal dynamism characteristic of the finest examples of French monumental sculpture.The bronzes are cast with exceptional attention to detail. The musculature of the human figures, the animated manes and strained necks of the horses, as well as the expressive gestures and corporeal plasticity, are all rendered with remarkable clarity. The surfaces retain a deep, even patina of a warm tone, enhancing the sculptural relief and the play of light and shadow. Each figure is mounted on a shaped marble base of harmonious coloration, lending the ensemble a distinctly ceremonial and interior-oriented presence.Material: Bronze; marble.Dimensions: Height – 66 cm; Width – 53 cm; Depth – 48 cm (each sculpture).Condition: Good.Provenance: Photo archive of a private collection. Formerly part of a private collection displayed in the Liechtenstein palaces, Stadtpalais Vienna and Schloss Vaduz, Liechtenstein, 1945.

Sevre style earthenware decorative dish

Sevre style earthenware decorative dish

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LARGE ORCHESTRAL MUSICAL BOX ON STAND SWITZERLAND, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

LARGE ORCHESTRAL MUSICAL BOX ON STAND SWITZERLAND, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

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Murano glass vase

Murano glass vase

A 15-candle chandelier in the Louis XVI style. Sevres.

A 15-candle chandelier in the Louis XVI style. Sevres.

Gold earrings with black pearls and diamonds.

Gold earrings with black pearls and diamonds.

18 carat gold bracelet with diamonds.

18 carat gold bracelet with diamonds.

Gold pendant with diamonds on a chain.

Gold pendant with diamonds on a chain.

Gold ring, 18 carats with diamond, emeralds and rubies.

Gold ring, 18 carats with diamond, emeralds and rubies.

Gold ring with diamonds.

Gold ring with diamonds.

Delicate fruit vase of Napoleon III period. ES CALIER DE CRISTAL PARIS

Delicate fruit vase of Napoleon III period. ES CALIER DE CRISTAL PARIS

Delicate fruit vase of Napoleon III period, gilded bronze and crystal glass with decorative cutting. With three cupids with various fruits in their hands around a fountain, funnel-shaped leg. On three legs of a faun. Bronze re. ES CALIER DE CRISTAL PARIS. Height 22.5 cm. D. 26 cm. France. Around 1900

French console in mahogany and gilded bronze. IN THE STYLE OF FRANCOIS LINKE.

French console in mahogany and gilded bronze. IN THE STYLE OF FRANCOIS LINKE.

Japanese traditional Naginata spear, Shinshinto period, 1781-1876.

Japanese traditional Naginata spear, Shinshinto period, 1781-1876.

Gold ring with rubies and diamonds.

Gold ring with rubies and diamonds.

Gold pendant with diamonds and cultured pearls.

Gold pendant with diamonds and cultured pearls.

Gold chain with diamonds.

Gold chain with diamonds.

Ring in platinum with diamonds. Snake.

Ring in platinum with diamonds. Snake.

18K White gold ring with diamonds.

18K White gold ring with diamonds.

PAUL BUHRÉ / LE PHARE. GOLD POCKET WATCH WITH MINUTE REPEATER, CHRONOGRAPH, MOON PHASES AND CYRILLIC CALENDAR. CIRCA 1903

PAUL BUHRÉ / LE PHARE. GOLD POCKET WATCH WITH MINUTE REPEATER, CHRONOGRAPH, MOON PHASES AND CYRILLIC CALENDAR. CIRCA 1903

A unique example of a gold pocket watch, created in collaboration between the Swiss manufacture Le Phare and the legendary Imperial Court Supplier Pavel Bure. This extremely rare timepiece features a minute repeater, moon phase indicator, chronograph, Cyrillic calendar apertures, and a rare bridge movement with two hammers and two gongs. Case No. 72647, 59 mm in diameter, crafted in 14K rose gold, is adorned with exquisite guilloché engraving and a partially enameled Russian imperial double-headed eagle crest. The inner lids bear two historically significant inscriptions: — Dedication in Cyrillic: To dear Mitya in gratitude and 30 years of loyal friendship from V. Voronov. 1882–1912 — Signature: Pavel Bure, Supplier to the Court of His Imperial Majesty, confirming the item’s high status.The enamel dial features Roman numerals, Cyrillic calendar apertures for days and months, a date indicator, moon phase aperture, and a 30-minute chronograph counter. Signed: Tchétine et Fils. The movement is a complex bridge caliber with lever escapement, compensated balance wheel, and Swiss patent engraving No. 334. The finishing includes gilding, blued screws, and finely executed surfaces. Marks:— Le Phare with exhibition medals— Pavel Bure— Swiss and Russian assay marks (585 / 14K and 56 zolotnik) Dimensions: 59 mmWeight: 149 g Provenance: Russia / Switzerland, circa 1903Mechanism: Minute repeater, moon phase calendar, chronograph, manual wind

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Candy basket.

Pair of Japanese Satsuma floor vases.

Pair of Japanese Satsuma floor vases.

LARGE SALON VASE WITH FLORAL BOUQUETS. ERNST AUGUST LEUTERITZ GERMANY, MEISSEN, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

LARGE SALON VASE WITH FLORAL BOUQUETS. ERNST AUGUST LEUTERITZ GERMANY, MEISSEN, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

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Gold ring with diamonds.

Gold ring with diamonds.

Spear of Kagi-yari. Japan. Edo period. 1781-1876

Spear of Kagi-yari. Japan. Edo period. 1781-1876

Picture frame. 19th century.

Picture frame. 19th century.

PLAYING WITH CATS. ALEXANDER RIZZONI (1836 - 1902) RUSSIA - ITALY, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

PLAYING WITH CATS. ALEXANDER RIZZONI (1836 - 1902) RUSSIA - ITALY, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

DISH “BACCHUS”. NEO-RENAISSANCE, IN THE MANNER OF JOHANN MICHAEL MAUCHER (1645–1701) GERMANY, 19TH CENTURY

DISH “BACCHUS”. NEO-RENAISSANCE, IN THE MANNER OF JOHANN MICHAEL MAUCHER (1645–1701) GERMANY, 19TH CENTURY

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Porcelain figurine The Ballerina

Porcelain figurine The Ballerina

A wedding pair of icons in silver frames in the Art Nouveau style. Moscow, early 20th century

A wedding pair of icons in silver frames in the Art Nouveau style. Moscow, early 20th century

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ICON OF CHRIST PANTOCRATOR IN A GILT SILVER OKLAD WITH ENAMELS RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1891

ICON OF CHRIST PANTOCRATOR IN A GILT SILVER OKLAD WITH ENAMELS RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1891

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A magnificent icon of the Feasts with an annual menaion and a two-row cycle of Mother of God icons. Russia.19th century.

A magnificent icon of the Feasts with an annual menaion and a two-row cycle of Mother of God icons. Russia.19th century.

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Porcelain Easter egg.

Porcelain Easter egg.

GOLD REPEATER POCKET WATCH BY LOUIS ARMAND SWITZERLAND, CIRCA 1900

GOLD REPEATER POCKET WATCH BY LOUIS ARMAND SWITZERLAND, CIRCA 1900

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Bronze figure Russian dancer. Paul PHILIPPE 1920

Bronze figure Russian dancer. Paul PHILIPPE 1920

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Portrait of a girl.

Portrait of a girl.

Meissen porcelain dish.

Meissen porcelain dish.

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KAZAN ICON OF THE MOTHER OF GOD WITH THE CHRIST CHILD RUSSIAN EMPIRE, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

KAZAN ICON OF THE MOTHER OF GOD WITH THE CHRIST CHILD RUSSIAN EMPIRE, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

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Porcelain console. Dresden.

Porcelain console. Dresden.

Polyphon. Disc music box walnut late 19th century.

Polyphon. Disc music box walnut late 19th century.

Wine jug, glass in silver.

Wine jug, glass in silver.

Telescope W & J. George Ltd, London

Telescope W & J. George Ltd, London

Crystal vase in silver.

Crystal vase in silver.

PHOTO FRAME IN THE ART NOUVEAU STYLE RUSSIA, 20TH CENTURY

PHOTO FRAME IN THE ART NOUVEAU STYLE RUSSIA, 20TH CENTURY

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Crystal decanter with a silver neck.

Crystal decanter with a silver neck.

Japanese Chin dog figurine. 20th century

Japanese Chin dog figurine. 20th century

Engraving "Bulls"

Engraving "Bulls"