Our Premier Autumn Auction | Session I | October 21, 2025
Tue, Oct 21, 2025 10:00AM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 213
The Martin Van Buren Monumental Old Paris Porcelain Figural Centerpiece
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
Sold for
$1,600
Sold Price excludes BP
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 |
early to mid 19th century, three robed angel figural supports surmounted by ornate openwork basket, 20-1/2 x 16-1/4 x 16-1/4 in.
Provenance: Private New York Collection
Note: Antiquarian Zane Studenroth, who had knowledge of both this object and the Van Buren collection, stated that the centerpiece was most likely owned by President Martin Van Buren (1782–1862) and was likely acquired by him for his residence in Albany.
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Private New York Collection
unstable construction, supports and several elements loose, rubbing and losses to gilding, repair to one angel's neck
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