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♡ A LARGE NEO-CLASSICAL PATINATED BRONZE URN AFTER CLODION, BY FERDINAND BARBEDIENNE LATE 19TH CENTURY Of ovoid form, flanked by mythical beast head masks, the whole finely cast with classical motifs, above a circular foot, signed 'F. Barbedienne', raised on a stepped square rouge marble foot 55cm high, 25cm wide PROVENANCE: Contents of Toorak Mansion, Trawalla. The stately 19th Century home featuring seven bedrooms, two dining rooms, a billiard room, a study, and two sitting rooms, was tastefully restored in the late 2000s by highly regarded Australian interior designer, the late Stuart Rattle.The restoration showcased his fine attention to detail and effortless ability to merge colours, styles, and patterns into one unified aesthetic; always subtly paying homage to classical motifs and early English design. Estimate $2,000-4,000 Condition: Light ware and surface scratches to the patina consistent with age and use, no visible repairs, small chips and losses visab;le to the marble base particularly to the corners The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to inspect articles for sale at our pre-sale viewing where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications. Absentee bid Telephone bid Bid on Multiple Lots Bid Live Online Request a condition report