Sale 12BE01 | Lot 131

Bronze Figure of Fanny Elssler

Catalogue: Belle Epoque: 19th & 20th Century Decorative Arts
Bronze Figure of Fanny Elssler

Lot Details

Lot 131
Bronze Figure of Fanny Elssler
Cast from a model by Jean-Auguste Barre, dated 1837, cast by L Richard Eck et Durand
The ballerina in a lace dress holding castanettes, on a circular base with foliate motifs. Height 17 1/8 inches.


Estimate: $6,000 - $9,000
Sold for $11,250 (includes buyer's premium)

Additional Notes & Condition Report

Appears to be in good condition; some wear to patina; dust in crevices, small casting flaw (tiny open hole) located in the area of the trim near the bottom of the figurines dress; titled in the front; FANNY SLSSLER and inscribed Richard Eck et Durand Fdeur Feant


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Estimate: $6,000 - $9,000
Sold for $11,250 (includes buyer's premium)

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Belle Epoque: 19th & 20th Century Decorative Arts

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