Premier Auction - Session II - February 4, 2023
Sat, Feb 4, 2023 09:00AM EST
Lot 802
Marius Jean Antonin Mercié Sculpture, Unique Pedestal
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
(French, 1845-1916)
David Sheathing Goliath's Sword, signed "A. Mercie", foundry coin stamp on a Moresque decorated band on base "Reduction Mechanique A. Collas Brevete", bronze, 29-1/2 in.; unusual triangular carved oak pedestal with conjoined monogram and marble top, 30 x 18 x 18 in.
Provenance: John W. Stark House, Springfield, Tennessee [[europeanart]]/[[sculpture]]
Condition
brown patina, sword bent, some light abrasions on Goliath's head, abrasion to David's proper left chest near hilt, spot of corrosion on circular bronze base; pedestal with abrasions
