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An Iris Bud Transfigured by Gallé

Result EUR60,760
Published on , by Philippe Dufour
Auction on 26 October 2019 - 14:00 (CEST) - Espace Plein Ciel, 5, allée de l'Europe - 67960 Entzheim

The Nancy glassworker's magic was evident yet again with a vase presented in Strasbourg, with a delicate colour inspired by the iris and a form echoing the silhouette of the flower in bud.

Emile Gallé (1846-1904), vase imitating an iris bud, multi-layered glass, gilt bronze... An Iris Bud Transfigured by Gallé

Emile Gallé (1846-1904), vase imitating an iris bud, multi-layered glass, gilt bronze base, engraved signature, h. 34.5 cm.
Result: €60,760

This "Bouton d'iris" vase by Gallé rapidly produced a splendid result when it landed €60,760: double its high estimate. A significant detail highly unusual…
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