Lot 5423 ♣ - ibid150 Collection of Walking Sticks/Canes from the Estate of Dr Ernst Boehlen - Tuesday, 01. April 2025, 9.30 AM
LADY'S WALKING STICK
The grip probably France, 2nd half of the 19th century. After a plaster model by James Pradier “La Danaïde (la Source)”, 1852.
Ivory grip, fully carved and partly openworked, in the shape of a standing, draped naiad with a water jug. Chased silver band inscribed “Silver”. Shaft made of natural wood with numerous knotholes. Metal tip.
L 95 cm.
Provenance:
- Collection of Dr. E. Boehlen, Berne, acquired from the above dealer.
Literature:
The model on offer is based on a plaster statue by James Pradier entitled “La Danaïde (la Source)” from 1852 (see Musée d'Art et d'Histoire, Geneva, Inv. No. 1910-0254).
Due to the use of protected materials, this object cannot be exported from Switzerland to other countries.
Due to the use of protected materials, this object cannot be exported from Switzerland to other countries.
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Conditionreport:
- grip and shaft assorted<br>- ivory with cracks<br>- tip slightly loose CHF 700 / 1 000 | (€ 720 / 1 030)
Sold for CHF 875 (including buyer's premium)