Sale 6913
London, South Kensington
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13 July 1995
Price realised
GBP 1,462
Estimate
A pair of Meissen three-branch candelabra modelled as Classically-draped seated female figures embracing children upholding the central supports beneath the flower-encrusted branches, the scroll bases painted with animals and insects, enriched overall in colours and gilt -- 18 5/8in. (47.3cm.) high, 19th century (some damages and restoration) See illustration (2)
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He worked in fashion, theatre and film, but du Plantier is perhaps best known for his furniture — superb examples of which are now offered at Christie’s in Paris
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