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Lot 92
A FRENCH IVORY AND COLD-PAINTED BRONZE MODEL OF A GEISHA GIRL
EARLY 20TH CENTURY, AFTER HENRI LOUIS LEVASSEUR (1853-1934)
Closed2 June 2015
Price Realised
GBP 1,375
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A FRENCH IVORY AND COLD-PAINTED BRONZE MODEL OF A GEISHA GIRL
EARLY 20TH CENTURY, AFTER HENRI LOUIS LEVASSEUR (1853-1934)
Modelled with her ivory arms outstretched, the purple kimono painted with silvered scenes, on a bronze base with cast signature 'H. LEVASSEUR', with 'BRONZE' stamp and Societes de bronze foundry stamp
IMPORTANT NOTICE ON LOTS CONTAINING IVORY:
The USA has recently changed its policy on the import of property containing elephant ivory. Only Asian Elephant ivory may be imported into the USA, and imports must be accompanied by DNA analysis and confirmation the object is more than 100 years old. Buyers will be responsible for the costs of obtaining any DNA analysis or other report required in connection with their proposed import into the USA. A buyer’s inability to export or import a lot is not a basis for cancelling their purchase.
11 ¼ in. (28.5 cm.) high
EARLY 20TH CENTURY, AFTER HENRI LOUIS LEVASSEUR (1853-1934)
Modelled with her ivory arms outstretched, the purple kimono painted with silvered scenes, on a bronze base with cast signature 'H. LEVASSEUR', with 'BRONZE' stamp and Societes de bronze foundry stamp
IMPORTANT NOTICE ON LOTS CONTAINING IVORY:
The USA has recently changed its policy on the import of property containing elephant ivory. Only Asian Elephant ivory may be imported into the USA, and imports must be accompanied by DNA analysis and confirmation the object is more than 100 years old. Buyers will be responsible for the costs of obtaining any DNA analysis or other report required in connection with their proposed import into the USA. A buyer’s inability to export or import a lot is not a basis for cancelling their purchase.
11 ¼ in. (28.5 cm.) high
A FRENCH IVORY AND COLD-PAINTED BRONZE MODEL OF A GEISHA GIRL
EARLY 20TH CENTURY, AFTER HENRI LOUIS LEVASSEUR (1853-1934)
Modelled with her ivory arms outstretched, the purple kimono painted with silvered scenes, on a bronze base with cast signature 'H. LEVASSEUR', with 'BRONZE' stamp and Societes de bronze foundry stamp
IMPORTANT NOTICE ON LOTS CONTAINING IVORY:
The USA has recently changed its policy on the import of property containing elephant ivory. Only Asian Elephant ivory may be imported into the USA, and imports must be accompanied by DNA analysis and confirmation the object is more than 100 years old. Buyers will be responsible for the costs of obtaining any DNA analysis or other report required in connection with their proposed import into the USA. A buyer’s inability to export or import a lot is not a basis for cancelling their purchase.
11 ¼ in. (28.5 cm.) high
EARLY 20TH CENTURY, AFTER HENRI LOUIS LEVASSEUR (1853-1934)
Modelled with her ivory arms outstretched, the purple kimono painted with silvered scenes, on a bronze base with cast signature 'H. LEVASSEUR', with 'BRONZE' stamp and Societes de bronze foundry stamp
IMPORTANT NOTICE ON LOTS CONTAINING IVORY:
The USA has recently changed its policy on the import of property containing elephant ivory. Only Asian Elephant ivory may be imported into the USA, and imports must be accompanied by DNA analysis and confirmation the object is more than 100 years old. Buyers will be responsible for the costs of obtaining any DNA analysis or other report required in connection with their proposed import into the USA. A buyer’s inability to export or import a lot is not a basis for cancelling their purchase.
11 ¼ in. (28.5 cm.) high
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.