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THBRare and Impressive Baccarat Ormolu and Cut Crystal Nine Piece Garniture de Table
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PO Box 2135
Asheville, NC 28802
United States
Based in Asheville, North Carolina, Brunk Auctions has been conducting sales of fine and decorative arts for over 30 years. Auctions are held in our North Carolina sale room but attracts a global audience. Founded by Robert Brunk in 1983, the auctions became well known for their integrity and profes...Read more
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About Auction
LiveOct 21, 2025
The first day of our Premier Auction features a life portrait of George Washington, a Rare Virginia Painted Chest by Johannes Spitler, Massasoit and other weathervanes, Mark Catesby 1754 volumes, works by Catlin, Peale, Gifford, others; jewelry includes 4.8 ct. Marquise Diamond Pendant, Pepsi Rolex GMT and more; 20th century makers include Wifredo Lam, Judy McKie, Picasso, Glenna Goodacre; unusual offerings include paleontology specimens and castings; also carpets, quilts, needleworks, Tiffany, Baccarat; items from the Estate of William H. Truettner, and so much more. Brunk Auctions support@brunkauctions.com
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- Lot Description
Paris, early 20th century, Baccarat stamps on all ormolu pieces, six crystal bobeches with molded "Baccarat" mark, comprising: large centerpiece; pair of five light candelabras; pair of monogrammed (possibly AHH), 9 in. tazze; pair of 4 in. tazze; two open double salts, each modeled with winged putti; centerpiece approx. 10-1/2 x 10-1/2 x 24 in.
Provenance: Katherine I. and Captain Edward Darius Graves Jr., Washington, DC; Property of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Exhibited: This set was lent to the Maymont Foundation for display in the Dooley Mansion in Maymont Park, Richmond, Virginia for the Christmas Open House event December 1986, and on long-term view from 1986–2022.
Note: For a related 15-Piece Baccarat Garniture see Christie's New York, The Opulent Eye, April 15, 2016, lot 76, sold for $93,750
- Provenance
Katherine I. and Captain Edward Darius Graves Jr., Washington, DC; Property of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
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scattered scratches and wear consistent with age and use, minor oxidation to ormolu elements, occasional fleabites to crystal edges； centerpiece with with breaks/losses under both putti mounts； candelabras with four crystal bobeches replaced, one bobeche with tight crack, two nozzles replaced with silver plate examples, lacking a few prisms, some replaced or repaired, removable nozzles scratched, some dented Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
