Mid 19th century. "The Bear's Pedicure" sculpture
Signed Fratin on the base. Bear sits in a bathtub while a monkey files nails. Tub is mounted on four turtle form feet
Lot offered for sale by A.H.Wilkens, Toronto at the auction event "August 26th Fine And Decorative Catalogue Auction" held on Wed, Aug 26, 2020.
Lot 4235
Lot 4235
Estimate: CAD $3,000 - $5,000
Realised: CAD $4,212
Realised: CAD $4,212
Lot description - from the online catalogue*
FRATIN, CHRISTOPHER (French, 1801-1864)
Mid 19th century. "The Bear's Pedicure" sculpture, signed Fratin on the base. Bear sits in a bathtub while a monkey files nails. Tub is mounted on four turtle form feet, and surrounded with medallions around the sides.
H. 15.5 cm (6 1/8 in)
W. 23 cm (9 in) Condition Report Some signs of minor wear and loss to patina. Some vert-de-gris is apparent, additional photos available upon request.
Most realised prices include the Buyer's Premium of 18-25%, but not the HST/GST Tax.
(*) Text and/or Image might be subject matter of Copyright. Check with A.H.Wilkens auction house for permission to use.
(*) Text and/or Image might be subject matter of Copyright. Check with A.H.Wilkens auction house for permission to use.