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Gilded Bronze Box with Poem by French Art Jeweler Line Vautrin

Creator: Line Vautrin
Offered by: Tishu

Description
A gilt bronze poudrier box with cast poem on surface by Parisian art jeweler Line Vautrin (1913-1997) circa 1940s. The poem "Les 4 ages de la Femme" was an old French lyrical poem that humorously outline the four stages of a woman's life. Historically, the authorship appears unclear but was attributed to several figures including Jean-Baptiste de Grécourt (1683-1743).
Signed LINE VAUTRIN on the base.

"LES 4 ÂGES DES FEMMES

Philis plus avare que tendre,
Ne gagnant rien à refuser,
Un jour exigea de Lisandre
Trente moutons pour un baiser.

Le lendemain, nouvelle affaire,
Pour le berger le troc fut bon,
Il exigea de la bergère
Trente baisers pour un mouton.

Un autre jour, Philis plus tendre,
Craignant de déplaire au berger,
Fut trop heureuse de lui rendre
Trente moutons pour un baiser.

Le lendemain, Philis peu sage,
Aurait donné moutons et chien,
Pour un baiser que ce volage
À Lisette donnait pour rien."

For a variant on the same theme:
Line Vautrin, 100 years of magnitude, exhibition catalogue, Maison Gérard, New York, 16 May-21 June 2013, n. p., n. 40.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	France
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	bronze gilt
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor overall surface wear, slight unevenness on one internal wall. As shown in detail photos.
Creation Date:	1940s
Styles / Movements:	Arts & Crafts, Modern, Collectible Design
Patterns:	Abstract, Geometric, Modern
Incollect Reference #:	537137

Dimensions

W.	3.5 in;	H.	0.375 in;	D.	3.5 in;
W.	8.89 cm;	H.	0.95 cm;	D.	8.89 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.