Beschreibung:

A German nautilus cup with silver-gilt mounts, Paul Solanier, Ausgburg, 1692-1697
on shaped-oval crimped base applied with cold-painted flower and foliage on copper wire, the centre painted with white and black scrolling foliage, the stem formed as a carved native wearing a silver palm-leaf skirt, supporting the nautilus, the shell applied with pearl-set branches of fruit and painted with foliage swags, the rim decorated with painted scrolls, the shell capped by acanthus leaves, the similar cover with wax bird finialheight 13 3/4 in.; 35 cm.__________________________________________________________________________
Nautile monté en vermeil par Paul Solanier, Ausgbourg, 1692-1697
l'ombilic à décor peint de rinceaux en rappel sur le bord, appliqué d'un fil de cuivre polychrome formant fleurs et feuillages, le fût en bois peint noir en forme d'indigène, le nautile appliqué de fleurs et coquillages sur une guirlande de laurier peinte, le couvercle amovible avec prise en oiseau en cire  height 13 3/4 in.; 35 cm.Condition reportThe shell restored mainly on front. The wax bird in poor condition. The figure with traces of enameled on the loincloth. The terrace with traces of enamel. On leave missing on the top of the mounts. On the upper mounts are two holes probably made for a chain or an ornament. White enameled foliage ornaments worn on the nautilus border and foot. Fully marks on foot. Despite the quite poor condition, this piece is remarkable.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."ProvenanceS.J. Phillips, LondonJ. Kugel, ParisYves Saint-Laurent and Pierre Bergé collectionChristie's Paris, 23 February 2009, lot 190____________________________________________
S.J. Phillips, LondresJ. Kugel, ParisCollection Yves Saint-Laurent et Pierre BergéChristie's Paris, 23 février 2009, lot 190