Description
Maurice Bouval
French Art Nouveau Gilt and Silvered Bronze Figural Vide Poche Cast from a model by Maurice Bouval, cast by Jollet & Cie., Paris, circa 1900 Modeled as a maiden in a standing pose lifting the upper end of her garment to form a wide shallow pocket or vide pouche.
Inscribed M. Bouval and stamped with the foundry seal.
Height 10.8 inches. Width: 5.5 Inches
Provenance: C Estate of Steven and Anne Ausnit
Condition: Wear and tarnishing to silvering and patina
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