Description:
After Euguene Bormel, (Germany, 1858-1932)
Two Bronze Plaques, one depicting a nymph in diaphanous drapery holding a shell to her ear, with a cherub, signed "F. Hornemann. dep 1696" in lower left corner and "E. Bormel Berlin" in lower right; the other showing a winged nymph playing flutes with a cherub, signed "E. Bormel Berlin" in lower left corner, and "F. Hornemann. dep. 1696" in lower right, each ht. 18 3/4 in.
Estimate $800-1,200
Minor surface abrasions on figures, surface grime particularly at edges where frame meets and backs of panels. Overall signs of wear consistent with age and use.
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Keywords
GermanyStuart Slavid
Senior Vice President
Director of Fine Ceramics
Director of Fine Silver
Director of European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Emily Stegner
Specialist, European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Stephanie Opolski
Appraiser
508-970-3000
European Furniture & Decorative Arts
The European Furniture & Decorative Arts department curates auctions of English, French, German, Italian, Dutch, and Russian antiques, furniture, and decorative arts.