Upcoming Art Auction: Unveiling Extraordinary Treasures

Extraordinary Pieces Available on December 15th

Mark your calendars for an exceptional art auction on December 15th! Collectors and enthusiasts alike won’t want to miss the opportunity to acquire stunning pieces that embody history and artistry. With limited time to act, let’s dive into our highlighted selections.

The Duchesse de Berry Sèvres porcelain composite table service, circa 1823 | Partie de service en porcelaine de Sèvres de la duchesse de Berry, vers 1823

 Duchesse de Berry Sèvres Porcelain Table Service, Circa 1823
Estimate: €40,000 - €60,000
Auction Time: December 15, 03:30 PM +02



This exquisite Sèvres porcelain table service, commissioned by the Duchesse de Berry, features intricate floral designs and charming riddles at its center. The collection includes two covered ice-pails, six tazze, two covered sugar bowls with a stand, and eighteen plates, each adorned with delicate hand-painted flowers. Marked with the double L date stamp and artist signatures, this set represents true craftsmanship.

Charles X Sèvres Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Cathedral Clock, Dated 1824
Estimate: €30,000 - €50,000
Auction Time: December 15, 03:30 PM +02



Crafted in the neo-Roman style, this stunning clock takes the form of a church and features painted scenes by Rumeau, framed by Charles-Antoine Didier. Originally acquired by the Duc d'Orléans, it showcases an enamel dial with Roman numerals, making it a magnificent statement piece.

A Charles X Sèvres porcelain and gilt bronze cathedral clock dated 1824

Gilt-Bronze Mounted Elmwood and Satinwood Letter Box for the Duchesse de Berry, Circa 1826
Estimate: €20,000 - €30,000
Auction Time: December 15, 03:30 PM +02



This opulent letter box, customized by Alphonse Giroux for the Duchesse de Berry, features exquisite miniatures by Emilie de Lorme. The intricate designs and unique handles crafted as hands highlight the artistry of the period.

A Charles X gilt-bronze mounted elmwood and satinwood, ivory letter box

Giuseppe Canella

Estimate: €12,000 - €18,000
Auction Time: December 15, 03:30 PM +02



This oil painting illustrates the majestic ruins of the Temple of Juno, evoking the essence of time and the power of nature. A standout from the 1824 Salon, it is a testament to Turpin de Crissé’s talent in capturing architectural marvels.

Don’t let these exceptional opportunities pass you by! Join us on December 15th to bid on these extraordinary pieces of art.

Lancelot Théodore Turpin de Crissé, a painter bridging the late 18th and early 19th centuries, hailed from a lineage of artists and art enthusiasts. Under the mentorship of Choiseul-Gouffier, his godfather and an esteemed archaeologist,

Turpin de Crissé flourished. His extensive travels led him to Rome, where he deeply immersed himself in the local landscapes.

During the Restoration, Turpin de Crissé's career blossomed at the Académie des Beaux-Arts, affording him numerous journeys to Italy. This painting, dating back to around 1824, is one of a pair exhibited at the 1824 Salon, capturing the temples of Agrigento. Specifically, this artwork portrays the Temple of Juno.

Renowned for his depictions of genre, landscapes, and architectural marvels, Turpin de Crissé specialized in illustrating Doric temples perched on promontories. This particular piece illustrates a dilapidated structure, erected circa 470 BCE, with only its columns remaining on the rocky headland. The composition eloquently reflects the transient essence of time and humanity's powerlessness against the erosion of such monumental relics.