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Verdini Antiques
Vincenzo Raffaelli Rome, Via del Babuino 93 Performed between 1835 and 1845 ca. Round top in colored marbles "pebble" samples 200 ca. Diameter 91.2 cm = 3 Roman feet Thickness 5.2 cm = 2 Roman inches The round top in colored marble that we are dealing with, is a real "pebble" sample made of ancient "excavation" marble and modern marble, that is, used after the sixteenth century such as Malachite, Portoro or Napoleonic Orbicular Granite etc. The particularity and rarity of this table is given by the fact that the samples of marbles used, in addition to being rare then (and even more so today), were worked differently from all the other types of samples that were made between the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. The sample tables of this period generally have a frame in black marble from Belgium or other fine marbles, which contains all the rare colored samples committed.
Chambre professionnelle belge de la Librairie Ancienne et Moderne (CLAM)
The last judgement Engraving after Pieter Bruegel de oude (1525-1569) Engraved in 1558 by Pieter van der Heyden (1530-1584) Published by Hieronymus Cock (1517-1570) References: New Hollstein Dutch first state of two 22.5 x 29.4 cm Lex Antiqua, Antiquarian bookseller
Klaas Muller
Maarten Rijckaert (Antwerp 1587 - Antwerp 1611) Forest Landscape with Hunters 17th century Oil on panel 32.4 x 49.5 cm This beautiful painting is a typical example of Maarten Ryckaert’s talent for creating atmospheric woodland scenes. The painting presents a dense forest filled with tall trees,a river, rough terrain and rocks. Soft light filters through the branches, creating contrasts between illuminated clearings and darker shadowed areas. In the foreground, a group of hunters on the left- and rightside accompanied by dogs: their small scale compared to the towering trees highlights the dominance of nature over human activity. The hunters add a sense of narrative and movement to the otherwise peaceful setting. Ryckaert uses earthy tones such as deep greens, browns, and golden highlights to create a rich and natural atmosphere. Fine details in the foliage, rocks, and tree trunks demonstrate his close observation of nature and his skill as a landscape painter. The scene evokes both tranquility and mystery, inviting the viewer to imagine the sounds and silence of the forest. The painting reflects the Baroque interest in dramatic natural scenery while also expressing a calm, contemplative mood. Through the balance of light, composition, and detail, Ryckaert transforms an ordinary hunting scene into a poetic vision of the natural world. Maarten Ryckaert was born in Antwerp and became especially known for his imaginative woodland scenes, rocky landscapes, and peaceful rural settings filled with travelers, hunters, and small groups of figures. Ryckaert studied painting in Antwerp and was strongly influenced by earlier Flemish landscape artists such as Joos de Momper and Jan Brueghel the Elder. Unlike many painters of his time who focused on religious or historical themes, Ryckaert specialized in landscapes, giving nature the leading role in his compositions. His works often combine realism with fantasy, creating dramatic forests, winding paths, and mysterious mountainous scenery.
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)
Galerie Nicolas Bourriaud
MEESTER Raymond de (1904–1995) Yawning Leopard Bronze with a nuanced brown patina, signed ‘Rd de Meester de B’, titled ‘Yawning Leopard’ and dated ‘1928–29’ Batardy cast, numbered I/III, bearing the stamp ‘BATARDY CIRE PERDUE BRUXELLES’, and the inscriptions ‘Épreuve d’Artiste’ and ‘cire perdue’ H. 45.2 x W. 41.6 x D. 15.5 cm. Circa 1928–1929 Bibliography: Léonard Dieleman, Raymond de Meester de Betzenbroeck, Animal Sculptor, Gallery Dieleman, Brussels 1989, reproduced under number 5 Xavier de Ghellinck Vaernewyck, ‘de Meester de Betzenbroeck’, Nouvelle Biographie Nationale, Part 6, Royal Academy of Belgium, Brussels, 2001, pp. 133–135
Maison D'Art
KAREL VAN VOGELAER called CARLO DEI FIORI (Maastricht 1653 – Rome 1695) Still Life with Flowers Oil on canvas, 64.5 x 46 cm Literature: From Light to Enlightenment, Exhibition catalogue, Shanghai Art Museum, 2005, N 30, pp. 114-116, 150. Exhibited: From Light to Enlightenment, Exhibition in the Shanghai Art Museum, China, 12 -17 November 2005.
Univers du Bronze
Rembrandt BUGATTI (1884-1916) DEUX ANTILOPES GOUDOU or "DEUX AMIS" (c. 1911) Bronze, richly dark brown patina à patine brun richement soutenu. H : 23.1 cm, L : 43.2 cm, D : 11.9 cm Signed "R. Bugatti", original cast and edition by "A.-A. Hébrard cire perdue Paris" (seal and inscribed in the wax "Fondu en 1925"), engraved "(13)". Cast in 1925.
Dr. Nöth kunsthandel
Armand Guillaumin (1841 Paris - 1027 Orly, Val-de-Marne), LES HAUTEURS DE LA SEDELLE, CROZANT, 1910, pastel on paper, 48 x 63 cm, signed lower left, on the reverse a label of Galerie Marcel Bernheim, Paris; Certificate Comité Guillaumin, the pastel will be included in the second volume of the forthcoming catalogue raisonné, Provenance: Galerie Marcel Bernheim, Paris; Collection F., Paris
Maison D'Art
SANTI DI TITO (Borgo San Sepolcro, 1536 - Florence, 1603) Holy Family with Saint Joseph Reading and the Young Saint John the Baptist Oil on wood panel 93.4 x 68.3 cm Provenance: Property sold by Order of the Trustees of Mrs. Hue-William Property Settlement and The Executors of. Mrs. Hue-Williams Estate Sotheby's Old Master Paintings, 20th April 1994, as Florentine School, 16th Century, The Holy Family, lot 138.
Gallery Sofie Van de Velde
Cy Twombly (1928 Lexington US – 2011 Rome IT) Untitled, Captiva Island, Florida, 1974 Signed, dated, and inscribed “Captiva ‘Feb 74’” on the reverse. Gouache and pastel on a collage of paper and graph paper, on paper. 750 × 1060 mm Provenance Galerie Yvon Lambert, Paris Collection of Pierre Horay, Paris Heiner Bastian Fine Art, Berlin Acquired from the above by the present owner Exhibitions Paris, Galerie Yvon Lambert, Cy Twombly, April–May 1974 Seattle, Richard Hines Gallery, Cy Twombly: Paintings and Drawings, July–August 1980 Literature Y. Lambert, Cy Twombly: Catalogue raisonné des œuvres sur papier, vol. VI, 1973–1976, Milan, 1979, no. 110 (illustrated p. 115) N. Del Roscio, Cy Twombly Drawings, Catalogue raisonné, Vol. 6, 1972–1979, Munich, 2016, no. 114 (illustrated in colour p. 108)
Chambre professionnelle belge de la Librairie Ancienne et Moderne (CLAM)
PICASSO (P.) – PARMELIN (H.). Les Dames de Mougins. Paris, Imprimerie Union, 1964, presentation copy from Picasso to Dr. René-Albert Gutmann, one of his physicians, with an original drawing. PICASSO (P.). Felt-tip pen drawing. 298 x 270 mm. Signed and dated "Diego Picasso, 8.11.65, and Jacqueline [Picasso]". Librairie Lardanchet, Antiquarian bookseller
Klaas Muller
Jan Boeckhorst (Münster 1604 - Antwerp 1668) Henri IV at the Battle of Ivry 17th century Pen and Brown ink, watercolour and gouache, heightened with whith and red wash on paper 200 x 291 mm In 1622, Maria de' Medici signed a contract with Rubens for two series of twenty-four paintings. The first series depicted her own life story, the other the heroic deeds of her husband: Henri IV. As was his custom, Rubens worked on this commission together with some of his pupils and assistants. The successful king had been assassinated 12 years earlier whilst riding through Paris in an open carriage. He had brought an end to the fierce civil war between Protestants and Catholics and did not shy away from doing the heavy lifting on the battlefield himself. What was intended to be a tribute to one of France’s bravest leaders turned out to be a damp squib. Due to turmoil at court, the series about the famous battle near Paris remained unfinished. This dynamic and finely worked drawing captures the dramatic moment of the Battle of Ivry (1590), where King Henri IV led his forces to a decisive victory during the French Wars of Religion. Executed in pen and brown ink and enriched with watercolour and gouache, the composition is animated by vigorous movement and strong contrasts of light and shadow. The artist heightens the scene with touches of white and red wash, emphasizing the glint of armour, the energy of the horses, and the intensity of the clash. The central figure of Henri IV, mounted and illuminated, commands the composition, surrounded by swirling troops and fallen adversaries. Ethereal figures above the battlefield introduce a sense of divine favour, a motif often associated with royal propaganda of the period. Despite its relatively intimate scale, the sheet conveys remarkable grandeur and narrative force, making it a compelling example of late 16th‑ to early 17th‑century battle imagery. We are grateful to Stijn Alsteens of the Fondation Custodia for his attribution of the drawing to Jan Boeckhorst.
Willow Gallery
André Lhote Bordeaux 1885 – Paris 1862 Pique-nique à Mirmande Oil on paper, laid down on canvas, signed. Painted in 1939 Paper size: 42 x 50in / 106 x 127cm Frame size: 50.5 x 58.5in / 128 x 149cm Provenance: Simone Lhote, Paris (wife of the artist). Suzanne Bermann, Paris (by descent from the above). Soufer Gallery, New York (acquired from the above, 1988). Acquired from the above by the late owner, March 1991. Private Collection, Chicago Exhibited: New York, Soufer Gallery, André Lhote: Cubism and Later Periods, April-May 1988 (illustrated in color; dated 1927). Literature: This work is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Dominique Bermann Martin and will be included in her forthcoming Lhote catalogue raisonné.
Bernardini Milano
Patek Philippe, Genève. Rare waterproof chronograph in rose gold, 1945 Extremely rare and well preserved waterproof Patek Philippe Ref. 1463 chronograph in rose gold, made in 1945, bearing a uniquely spotless two-tone rose dial. The reference 1463, known in the collector’s community as “Tasti Tondi” (round pushers). This is a very sought after version of Patek’s chronograph produced between the early 40’s and mid 60’s. This watch is complete of its appropriate extensible Gay Frères bracelet. This example is one of the conditions ever appeared in the last years. [05/08/26, 16:39:03] Max bernardini: Patek Philippe, Geneve. Extremely rare and well preserved waterproof chronograph in rose gold, made in 1945, bearing a uniquely spotless two-tone rose dial. The watch is complete of its appropriate extensible Gay Frères. Previously unknown to the market. [05/08/26, 16:45:19] Max bernardini: Ref. 1463, known in the collector’s community as “Tasti Tondi”(round pushers) This is a very sought after version of Patek’s chronograph produced between the early 40’s and mid 60’s. This example is one of the conditions ever appeared in the last years.