Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 79

Sculpture

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 347		After Giambologna (1529-1608). Mercury. This beautiful sculpted bronze of a leaping Mercury was crafted in France during the late 19th century after the work of Giambologna (Jean Boulogne), sculptor to the Medici family. An amazing homage to Giambologna's Mercury (c. 1580) which is housed in the Bargello Museum in Florence, this work is from the noted Elton John collection which was sold for charity at Sotheby's, London in 2003. The celebrated entertainer auctioned the furnishings of his London apartment and this piece was a focal point of the auction, indeed illustrated in the catalogue showing the work prominently displayed in his home. Cast with the grace and balance mirroring the original, difficulty cast three-dimensional work by the 16th century master, Mercury, the swift messenger of the ancient Roman gods, glides on air from the cheeks of the cherub at his feet, with wings from his staff, traveler's helmet and feet.; bronze; rich dark brown patina; height: 35" (89cm.); base: 4 3/8" (11cm.); inscribed by the foundry: F. BARBEDIENNE FONDER, incised with the number 108 with the A. COLLAS REDUCTION MECANIQUE pastille and the title plaque MERCURE/ PAR JEAN DE BOLGNE/ (BARBEDIENNE FONDEUR). This is an excellent work with an important provenance and in superb condition. Estimated Value $7,000 - 9,000. Ex Sotheby's : Elton John and his London Lifestyle, auction, September 30, 2003, London. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $6,000
Lot 348		*Bronze Plaque of St. Gregory of Narez.* Armenian mystic circa 1000 A.D.; 1 of 63 castings; 7 x 5"; contained in an 12 x 8" frame, with a color photo of the artist. Estimated Value $500 - 600. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 349		*Bronze Wall Plaque With Woodland Scene.* Decorative woodland scene with animals, maidens and faries; 7" x 16"; two small holes top border for display. Estimated Value $400 - 600. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 350		Bronze " Lying Nude". Art deco female figure reclining; signed by the artist Scarpa; 7" x 3". Estimated Value $400 - 600. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 351		Bronze "Lovers". Lovers embracing; signed and numbered; 3" x 4". Estimated Value $400 - 600. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $720
Lot 352		E. Doumenc. Bronze Medallion. Lamb and Greek Goddess featured on medallion; signed by the artist; 4½"; attached to original bronze stand. Estimated Value $400 - 600. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $240