A Collector's Marvels in Vermeil from the 17th and 18th centuries

Result EUR249,600

Published on 08 April 2022, by Anne Doridou-Heim

Auction on 29 March 2022 - 14:30 (CEST) - Salle 2 - Hôtel Drouot - 75009

The auction of Stéphane Faniel's collection inspired bids worthy of his passion for silverware.

Robert-Joseph Auguste, admitted as master in 1757, rectangular vermeil toiletry box... A Collector's Marvels in Vermeil from the 17th and 18th centuries

Robert-Joseph Auguste, admitted as master in 1757, rectangular vermeil toiletry box with borders, decoration of flutes alternating with rosettes, laurel leaves and ribbons, base with gadroons, lid with laurel leaf moldings, Paris, 1777-1778, 11 x 28 x 20.7 cm/4.3 x 11 x 8.1 in, weight 3126 g/110.3 oz.
Result: €249,600

The collection of silverware assembled by art historian—and Christofle collaborator—Stéphane Faniel (1909-1978), featured in a special La Gazette article, was highly acclaimed by connoisseurs. This was only to be expected, given that the collection, assembled over a lifetime of love for the specialty, included pieces…

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