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French Sculpted Bronze Box with Poem by Line Vautrin

Creator: Line Vautrin
Offered by: Tishu

Description
A beautiful poudrier box (powder compact) in gilt bronze by Parisian art jeweler Line Vautrin (1913-1997) circa 1945-55. A small and special series, which the designer dedicated to famous French poems. It starts by "Il Pleure dans mon coeur commeil pleut sur la ville (Tears fall in my heart as rain sweeps the city), a poem by Paul-Marie Verlaine (1844-1896). The poem was cast in high relief and covered the entire top surface, providing the only decoration of the piece with nothing but words. The mirror inside is original and of great condition. The piece is in fantastic condition and signed on the base "Line Vautrin" as shown.
Reference: for a same box see "Line Vautrin Sculptor, Jeweller, Magician by Line Vautrin and Patrick Mauries, page 42.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	France
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	bronze, mirror
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Very fine, both exterior and interior. Contact wear on the base as shown.
Creation Date:	1945-55
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Bespoke, Mid Century
Patterns:	Abstract, Contemporary/Modern, Geometric, Handmade
Incollect Reference #:	447797

Dimensions

W.	2.75 in;	H.	0.6 in;	D.	3.2 in;
W.	6.99 cm;	H.	1.52 cm;	D.	8.13 cm;

Message from Seller:

Tishu, based in Atlanta, GA, offers a diverse collection ranging from Neolithic art to 20th-century collectibles, with a focus on Mid-century design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian textiles, and Contemporary Aboriginal art. Driven by a passion for timeless beauty, the gallery is open by appointment only and offers works that span 5,000 years of history. Reach them at 305-400-0561 or tishu@tishugallery.com.

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