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  • A large painting by HENRI VERBUECKEN (1848-1926)
  • A large painting by HENRI VERBUECKEN (1848-1926)
  • A large painting by HENRI VERBUECKEN (1848-1926)
  • A large painting by HENRI VERBUECKEN (1848-1926)
  • A large painting by HENRI VERBUECKEN (1848-1926)
  • A large painting by HENRI VERBUECKEN (1848-1926)
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A large painting by HENRI VERBUECKEN (1848-1926)


Bacchanal, ca. 1904. Oil on canvas. This painting was part of the glorious decoration of the architect's home of Jos Bascourt (1863-1927), completed in 1904 at Sint-Vincentiusstraat 16 in Antwerp. In 1986 the building was demolished after several years of neglect. This monumental painting was saved from the demolition hammer. As mentioned on the web page of the Immovable Heritage Inventory, this classical painting of ladies making music decorated the hall on the ground floor.¹ It goes back to a smaller painting by Sir Lauwrence Alma-Tadema (1839-1912) that was sold at Christie's in London on 24.11.1989, lot 40 and is dated 1871. Although Lawrence-Tadema lived in Antwerp from 1852 to 1858, he most likely had nothing to do with the creation of this larger version. It seems plausible that Verbuecken, and/or his collaborators, used a print as an example, given that some colors differ from the original painting. A signed and 1920 dated gouache of the same composition - sold on 17.12.2021 at Arenberg Auctions (lot 474) - indicates that Verbuecken knew Alma-Tadema's prototype well and used it for his own work. Lit.: 1. https://inventaris.onroerenderfgoed.be/erfgoedobjecten/7572 (accessed on 30/08/2023) Verbuecken is particularly known for his Oriental mosaics and painted decorations in Art-Nouveau projects in Antwerp. He was responsible for the decorations on the entrance gate of the Antwerp Zoo, designed by architect E. Thielens. Dimensions: H173.5 x 306 cm H68.31 x 120.47inch.

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A superb 19thC Samson Paris famille rose fish-bowl/ jardinière

A superb 19thC Samson Paris famille rose fish-bowl/ jardinière

A superb 19thC Samson Paris famille rose fish-bowl/ jardinière on a Louis XVI style giltwood base. France circa 1870. An identical fish-bowl was sold at Christie's, See https://www.christies.com/en/lot/lot-5480952 Dimensions: H102 x 70 x70 cm. H40.16 x 27.56 x 27.56 inch.
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Large double sided studio easel.

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Large double sided studio easel.

A large 19th century oak studio easel, double sided. 3 mechanisms, maximum opening for painting 170 cm. Dimensions: H205 (lowest position) x W65 x D80 cm. H80.71 (lowest position) x W25.59 x D31.50 inch.
Pair silver Charles X candelabra.

Pair silver Charles X candelabra.

Pair elegant early 19th Century Charles X solid silver four-light candelabra. Germany c. 1830. Dimensions: H50 x 25 x25 cm. H19.69 x 9.84 x 9.84 inch. Weight: 2706 grams.
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Pair of 19th Century wall lanterns

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Pair of 19th Century wall lanterns

Pair of 19thC. Louis XV style gilded bronze wall lanterns. France c. 1880s. Dimensions: H64 x W25 x D33 cm. H25.20 x W9.84 x D12.99 inch.
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Pair of Christofle wine coolers.

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Pair of Christofle wine coolers.

A pair of 19th century silver plated wine coolers from Christofle with coats of arms. Liners in lead. Perfect condition! Signed Christofle. Paris c. 1850s. Dimensions: H30 x W14 x D22.5 cm. H11.81 x W5.51 x D8.86 inch.
Pair of large mid-20th-century bronze Medici vases with malachite decoration

Pair of large mid-20th-century bronze Medici vases with malachite decoration

Pair of large mid-20th-century bronze Medici vases with malachite decoration and gilded bronze handles. Italy c. 1950s. Dimensions: H78 by 60 cm. H30.71 by 23.62 inch.
A large brass display cabinet

A large brass display cabinet

Exceptionally large and impressive French antique brass display cabinet with glass shelves, elegant bow- front corners and three sliding glass doors. C. 1920s. Dimensions: H200 x W271 x D39 cm. H78.74 x W106.69 x D15.35 inch.
Oak bookcase

Oak bookcase

Two-part bookcase in carved blond oak, opening with four glass doors at the top and four solid doors at the bottom. France, late 19th century. Dimensions: H277 x W216 x D42cm. H109.06 x W85.04 x D16.54 inch.
Silver plated centerpiece , eagle.

Silver plated centerpiece , eagle.

A large silver plated centerpiece bowl with a finely cut Baccarat crystal bowl with a spiral or swirl pattern. France c.1930 Dimensions: H46 x W42 x D27 cm. H18.11 x W16.54 x D10.63 inch.
Pair candelabra Napoleon III. Medieval knights.

Pair candelabra Napoleon III. Medieval knights.

Pair 19th century Napoleon III gilded - and silver-plated bronze candelabra styled in the form of medieval knights in armor on hexagonal marble bases. France c. 1870s Dimensions: H73 x W29 x D24 cm. H28.74 x W11.42 x D9.45 inch.
A marble bust by Pugi

A marble bust by Pugi

A youthful, idealized Neoclassical marble bust, possibly an allegorical figure like Cupid, or a putto (cherub). Italy, C.1890-1910. Guglielmo Pugi (1850-1915) was a renowned Italian sculptor from Florence, active in the late 19th to early 20th century. He specialized in marble busts, allegorical figures, and classical themes, often collaborating with his sons in the Pugi workshop. Works from his studio are signed "Pugi" and were exported widely, especially to the U.S. and Europe, during the Grand Tour period. Pugi's studio also exhibited at major events like the 1900 Paris Exposition Universelle, and his works are found in both private collections and museums today. Dimensions: H44 x W25 x 20cm. H17.32 x W9.84 x 7.87 inch.
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A studio easel

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A studio easel

Large studio easel in solid oak. Rack and pinion system activated by a crank. 19th century. Provenance François Vandevyver, see silver label. Painting opening: 140 cm Dimensions: H 170 cm , lowest position. W 56 cm D 54 cm.