Collecting History: “Œuvres Choisies” Celebrates Important Art Patrons and Collectors

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China, Qianlong dynasty (1736-1795). Rare and important imperial automaton clock in gilt bronze and stone inlays, decorated with tributes bearers, h. total 85 cm,

The Hôtel Drouot welcomes visitors to the new installment of its regular collegial exhibition, known as the “Œuvres Choisies” (“Selected Works”). The exhibition presents some of the most exciting works to come up for sale in the upcoming months. China, Qianlong dynasty (1736-1795). Rare and important imperial automaton clock in gilt bronze and stone inlays, decorated with tributes bearers, h. total 85 cm, base: 36 x 28 cm/h. 33.4 in, base: 14.1 x 11 in.Estimate : by requestSale: June 15, 2022. Aponem. This installment of the “Œuvres Choisies” exhibition brings together a remarkable group of objects in different media and

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