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Dr. Nöth kunsthandel
Raoul Dufy (Le Havre 1877-1953 Forcalquier) Cérès au bord de la mer, 1928 Gouache on paper 49, 5 x 63, 5 cm Signed lower center Certificate of authenticity by Fanny Guillon-Laffaille. This work will be published in the forthcoming catalogue raisonné des Aquarelles, gouaches and pastels currently in preparation. Provenance: Hartford, Wadsworth Atheneum 1959, n° 24; Fr. Gershwin Godowski collection, Sotheby´s New York, 12 May 1999, lot 373
Galerie de la Présidence
Geer van Velde (Lisse 1898-1977 Cachan) Composition, circa 1953 Oil on canvas 81 x 100 cm Signed with the initials 'GvV' lower right Signed on the reverse 'G. van Velde' Provenance: collection Michel Guy, Paris; private colletion, Paris; private collection, France Certificate of authenticity from Pierre François Moget. This work will be included in the forthcoming Catalogue Raisonné of Geer van Velde Painted Work currently in preparation by Pierre François Moget son of Piet Moget, under the n°118 059.
Galerie Oscar De Vos
Rik Wouters (Mechelen 1882 - 1916 Amsterdam) Rik with a patch 1916 Brush drawing with Chinese ink on paper 40 x 29 cm Provenance: Nel Wouters, Overijse Marcel Mabille, Brussels Literature: Avermaete, Rik Wouters, 1962, p. 145, 242 De Pesseroey & Langui, Honderd zelfportretten, 1976, p. 46-47 Van den Bussche et.al., Rik Wouters (1882-1916), p. 20, 234 Hautekeete, Simon & De Nijn, Rik Wouters. De menselijke figuur, 1999, no. 74b, p. 100 Damman et.al., Ik of een ander. Zelfportretten van Belgische kunstenaars, 2003, p. 148-149 Exhibitions: 1935, Brussels, Palais des Beaux-Arts, Exposition Rik Wouters 1946, Den Haag & Rotterdam, Gemeentemuseum & Museum Boijmans, Expositions Rik Wouters 1946 Mechelen, Feestzaal, Retrospectieve Rik Wouters 1947, Antwerp, KMSKA, Rik Wouters 1953, Varese, Seconda Rassegna Internazionale di Scultura all'aperto 1957, Antwerp, KMSKA, Retrospectieve Rik Wouters 1957, Paris, Musée National d'Art Moderne, Rétrospective Rik Wouters 1961, Washington, Smithsonian Institution, National Collection of Fine Arts, Smithsonian Traveling Exhibition Service, Belgian Drawings: From Ensor to Delvaux (Le dessin belge), no. 61 1999, Mechelen, CC Antoon Spinoy, Rik Wouters. De Menselijke figuur, no. 74b
Dei Bardi Art
Saint Peter Circle of Daniel Mauch Upper Rhine, circa 1490 Walnut bust 39,2 x 49,5 x 26 cm (with base) Provenance: private Rhenish collection Literature: Antlitz des Mittelalters Mittelalterliche Bildwerke aus rheinischem Privatbesitz, ed. Reinhard Karrenbrock and Claudia Lichte, with technical studies by Michael Rief and Ulrike Villwock, Rottweil/Aachen, 1999, n° 33, pp. 108–110 Exhibitions: Dominikanerforum, Rottweil, 31 October 1999 – 6 January 2000; Suermondt-Ludwig-Museum, Aachen, 4 March – 21 May 2000
Finch & Co
A Rare Ancient Celtic Bust of a Radiate Deity ‘Sol Invicta’ Wearing a Halo of the Rays of the Sun Limestone British 1st Century BC - 1st Century AD Size: 42cm high, 40cm wide, 20cm deep - 16½ ins high, 15¾ ins wide, 8 ins deep Provenance: Ex Private collection West Country U.K. Ex Finch and Co, item number 1, catalogue number 30, Summer 2018 Ex Private collection cf: Dr Anne Ross ‘Pagan Celtic Britain’ no. 916, for a similar Stone Radiate Deity
Galerie Uzal
Jean Delville (Louvain, 1867 - Forest, 1953) La Libération 1936 Oil on canvas Signed and dated 188,5 x 240,5 cm (Framed) Exhibition : Bruxelles, Salon de la Société des Beaux-Arts - Salon de Printemps 1936. In a letter addressed to the former owner and dated 1 July 1947, Jean Delville described the work as follows: “Man, in flight, frees himself and escapes towards broader horizons and spaces of freedom, while the forces of evil hold him back in the lower spheres of the world, where the inert mass of beings remains imprisoned by their prejudices, desires, passions and selfishness.”
Galerie bei der Albertina ▪ Zetter
Dagobert Peche Lamp, Design 1921 Manufactured by the Wiener Werkstätte, model number M 3494 - M la 24 Brass, embossed, floral decoration, foot with beaded decoration, one flame, lamp shade renewed, new electrification H 87 cm, D 46 cm (lamp shade) Marks: WIENER / WERK / STÄTTE, monogram DP According to the MAK only two lamps were manufactured in the year 1923. Provenienz: Schedlmayer Collection Literature: cf. WW Archive, MAK Vienna, design sketch lamp base KI 12649-5-2, photo archive inventory number WWF 98-116-1 as well as entry in the book of commissions of the Wiener Werkstätte model book WWKA 679 cf. Exhibition catalogue ‘Die Überwindung der Utilität. Dagobert Peche und die Wiener Werkstätte’, ed. by Peter Noever, MAK, Vienna 1998, ill. p. 221, no. 51 cf. Exhibition catalogue ‘Dagobert Peche and the Wiener Werkstätte’, ed. by Peter Noever, MAK, Vienna 1998, Neue Galerie, New York 2002, ill. p. 228, no. 45 Exhibition catalogue ‘Die Sammlung Schedlmayer. Die Entdeckung’, ed. by Ivan Ristic, Hans-Peter Wipplinger, Leopold Museum, Vienna 2021, ill. p. 72 Exhibition: Vienna, Leopoldmuseum, "Die Sammlung Schedlmayer. Eine Entdeckung", 2021
Repetto Gallery
Christo (Gabrovo 1935-2020 New York) and Jeanne-Claude (Casablanca 1935-2009 New York) The Pont Neuf, Wrapped (Project for Paris), 1985 Graphite, charcoal pastel, wax crayon, fabric, photograph collage on cardboard mounted on a stretcher 144.5 × 165 cm Upper element: 38 x 165 cm; lower element 106,5 x 165 cm Signed, dated and titled lower on the upper element The artwork’s details have been reviewed and confirmed by the Foundation Christo and Jeanne-Claude Provenance: Michael Cullen, London; Deutsche Bank Collection, Frankfurt (acquired from the above in 1985)
robertaebasta
Mario Quarti ( 1901-1974) Large sideboard in italian walnut. Main body raised from the floor by three elements show on the fron six doors decorated with an inlaid diamond pattern in walnut of different shades, brass handles. Italy, around 1940. Dimensions:cm 322 x 50 x 97,5 H. Provenance: private collection, Italy.
Desmet Fine Art
Odoardo Fantacchiotti (Rome 1809 – 1877 Florence) Musidora, Firenze 1859 Inspired by the James Thomson’s poem ‘Summer’, originally published in 1727 Marble H 167,6 x W 49 x D 49 cm Plinth: H 95,3 x D 63 cm (at base) Total height: H 262,9 cm Signed 'Per commis del meritis / ... / Odoardo Fantachiotti / Scolpiva in Firenze / l'anno 1859 Provenance: commissioned by August Belmont (1813-1890) USA; Randall family, Clarendon Court (Newport – USA) Art Loss Register: S00258863 Literature: Ricordi fotografici degli artisti contemporanei in Toscana : ‘La Musidora’(Firenze-1858); V. Lia Bernini, G. Moradei, Odoardo Fantacchiotti scultore (1811-1877): atti delle giornate di studio nel bicentenario della nascita 1811-2011, (Toscana 2021), Volume 227, pp. 37-41 Other verions: 1862, for Baron Belper, Edward Strutt (Israele collection); 1865, for the king of Portugal (Lisbon Palacio Nacional da Ajuda)
F. Baulme Fine Arts
Claude-Marie DUBUFE (Paris, 1790 – La-Celle-Saint-Cloud, 1864) Expression Head: Modesty Circa 1827-1828 Oil on canvas 55.5 x 46.5 cm Provenance: England, private collection. Literature: Emmanuel Bréon, Claude-Marie, Édouard et Guillaume Dubufe, Portraits d’un siècle d’élégance parisienne, exh. cat., Paris, Délégation à l’Action Artistique de la Ville de Paris, 1988 (engraving after the present painting, p. 70, repr.). Related work: Claude-Marie Dubufe, Modesty, 1828, engraving.
Anthony Short Antiques
Exceptional and Very Rare 18th-Century George III Thomas Chippendale Period Mahogany Bookcase *English, circa 1770 – all original and highly authentic* An outstanding and extremely rare 18th-century George III period mahogany bookcase, in the manner of Thomas Chippendale, a true statement piece that combines refined architectural design, exceptional craftsmanship and superb, entirely original condition. The upper section is crowned by an impressive broken arch pediment above a finely carved blind fret frieze, giving the bookcase great presence and elegance. Below, a pair of beautifully panelled cupboard doors, retaining their original brass escutcheons, key and fully working lock, open to reveal generous shelving, ideal for books or treasured objects. The lower section is equally distinguished, fitted with two short and three long graduated oak lined drawers, all retaining their original swan neck brass handles. The whole is raised on classic original blocked ogee bracket feet, which, together with the original panelled oak backboards, confirm the authenticity and integrity of this important piece. Made in England circa 1770, this bookcase displays a superb, rich mahogany colour and a warm, mellow patina developed over more than two centuries. The surfaces, proportions and details are all in remarkable original condition, clearly reflecting the skill of the Georgian cabinetmaker and the careful stewardship it has enjoyed throughout its life. Bookcases of this calibre, period and originality are exceptionally scarce on the market. A very fine example of Georgian library furniture in the Chippendale tradition, this piece offers a rare opportunity to acquire a genuinely period, all authentic masterpiece that unites grandeur, elegance and practicality. A superb focal point for a drawing room, library or study, and an ideal choice for any serious collector or refined interior seeking a museum quality statement piece of outstanding 18th-century craftsmanship. Height 197cm (77.6in) Width 108cm (42.5in) Depth 54cm (21.3in)
Rueb Modern and Contemporary Art
Alighiero Boetti (Turin 1940-1994 Rome) Cinque x Cinque Venticinque, 1988 Embroidery 21 x 22 cm Signed and inscribed n° 82769 on the reverse Provenance: kunsthandel E.J, van Wisselingh & Co, Haarlem, the Netherlands This work is accompanied by the certificate of Archive Boetti n° 10891 dd May 2026
Victor Werner
Svend Rathsack (Fredericia 1885-1941 Frederiksberg) Eve with the Serpent, 1941 Large bronze garden sculpture with natural green patina Signed with the artist's monogram, dated '1941', and inscribed 'n°1' on the base Bears the foundry mark 'Lauritz Rasmussen, broncestøber, København' H. 128 x W. 47 x D. 37 cm Provenance: Acquired by the previous owner's aunt in 1941, where it remained in a garden in Charlottenlund until 2016; subsequently inherited within the family.
Bernardini Milano
Rolex, Bienne. Rare yellow gold “oyster chronograph” in pristine condition, 1956 One of the 36 made of this version of chronographs in 18kt. gold in the late 50’s. The untouched case and extensible bracelet host a perfect creamy silvered dial. The watch is complete of its original box, papers, invoice and various communications between owner and the Swiss Maison.previously unknown to the market, it’s a benchmark in terms of rarity and conservation.
Galeria Jordi Pascual
Joan Miró (Barcelona 1893-1983 Palma de Mallorca) Painting III, 1960 Acrylic and pastel pencil on canvas 92 x 65 cm Certificate of authenticity from ADOM Provenance: Galerie Maeght, Paris; Galerie Adrien Maeght, Paris; Private collection, Barcelona Literature: Dupin, J. Miró, Flammarion, 1961, nº 928, p. 554; Dupin, J., Lelong-Mainaud, A. Joan Miró, Catalogue Raisonné, paintings, volume IV: 1959–1968, Polígrafa, 2010, nº 1118; Weelen, G. Miró. Nouvelles Éditions Françaises, 1984, nº 8, p. 9 Exhibitions: Grand Palais, Paris, 1974, cat. nº 77; Villeneuve d'Ascq, Musée d'Art Moderne, cat. nº 16
Gallery Sofie Van de Velde
Cy Twombly (USA, Lexington 1928-2011 Rome) Untitled, Captiva Island, Florida, 1974 Gouache and pastel on a collage of paper and graph paper, on paper 75 x 106 cm Signed, dated, and inscribed 'Captiva ‘Feb 74’ on the reverse Provenance: galerie Yvon Lambert, Paris; Pierre Horay collection, Paris; Heiner Bastian Fine Art, Berlin; acquired from the above by the present owner Literature: Y. Lambert, Cy Twombly: Catalogue raisonné des œuvres sur papier, vol. VI, 1973-1976, Milan, 1979, n° 110 (ill. p. 115); N. Del Roscio, Cy Twombly Drawings, Catalogue raisonné, Vol. 6, 1972–1979, Munich, 2016, n° 114 (ill. in colour p. 108) Exhibitions: Paris, Galerie Yvon Lambert, Cy Twombly, April-May 1974; Seattle, Richard Hines Gallery, Cy Twombly: Paintings and Drawings, July-August 1980
Couck Art Gallery
Fernand Khnopff (Grembergen 1858 - Brussels 1921) Titre : “Etude de femme” Date : N.D. Circa 1914 Drawing on paper Dim : 22 x 16,4 cm Signature en bas à gauche : Fernand / Khnopff (Répertorié dans : “Fernand Khnopff ; Catalogue de l’oeuvre ; Bruxelles, Lebeer-Hossmann- La Bibliotheque des Arts, 1979 : N°541)
Harold t’Kint de Roodenbeke
Jane Graverol 60 x 73 cm Oil on canvas Signed and dated 1949 Provenance Collection of his friend and artist Tom Gutt Exhibited Le surréalisme en Belgique, Musée de Mons, march-august 2007 Histoire de ne pas rire, Bozar, Bruxelles, fev-june 2024, illustrated p. 221 An important work by Jane Graverol, created in the very year she met the painter René Magritte. In it, she depicts herself as if trapped in a cage, like a bird. Yet the door is open, like a breath of freedom and hope offered to the artist.
