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French Silvered Bronze Box Line Vautrin

Creator: Line Vautrin
Offered by: Tishu

Description
A silvered bronze Poudrier "Le loup et le renard" (The wolf and the fox). by Parisian art jeweler Line Vautrin (1913-1997) circa 1940s. The square box features a relief cast of two stylized intertwined creatures sprouting out like vines. Signed LINE VAUTRIN on the reverse.
See a nearly identical box on page 87, no 21 illustration of "Line Vautrin: Poesie in Metall, exhibition catalogue, Museum für Kunst und Gewerbe, Hamburg, 16 April-29 June 2003" by A. Bokelberg.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	France
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	silvered bronze
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Good vintage original condition with some wear on the silver on elevated part, consistent with age and handling and renders it a mellowed patina. More wear on the base corners as expected.
Creation Date:	1940s
Styles / Movements:	Arts & Crafts, Modern, Mid Century
Patterns:	Abstract, Animal/Insects, Geometric, Handmade
Incollect Reference #:	536600

Dimensions

W.	2.75 in;	H.	0.4 in;	D.	2.75 in;
W.	6.99 cm;	H.	1.02 cm;	D.	6.99 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.