Author(s):
froment-meurice, emile (in 1837 - in 1913), goldsmith
carlier, emile joseph nestor (cambrai, 03–01–1849 - paris, 11–04–1927), author of the model
production date: after 1869
dating in century: 19th century
type(s) of object(s): decorative arts
name(s): cup (container)
materials and techniques: silver, marble
place(s) of execution/realization: france
dimensions - artwork:
height: 31cm
diameter: 16cm
weight (type dimension): 730 g
description:
silver cup on a porphyry terrace. Female figure in flowing drapery carrying a shell on her head. Marks, inscriptions, hallmarks:
inscription concerning the author - on the terrace "froment-meurice"
hallmark - head of minerva
iconographic description:
silver cup decorated with a female figure in floating drapery carrying a shell on her head, base decorated with a truncated column and laurel leaves, porphyry terrace. Historical commentary:
the central figure is a reduction of the gilded silver and ivory statue of a clock made by carlier for the central union exhibition in 1869. [exhibition catalog, "silver treasures. Les froment-meurice. Parisian romantic goldsmiths. " (museum of romantic life, 2003)]
mode of acquisition: purchase
date of acquisition: 23–06–2002
institution: museum of romantic life
inventory number: 2002. 5. Date: Après 1869.
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