François Hayem, the Spirit of a Carré Rive Gauche Antiques Dealer
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A specialist in the 18th century, but curious about other eras, François Hayem is parting with the fruit of a lifetime of research and finds at Drouot. Probably Russian, late 18th century, pair of chased and gilded bronze sconces with two lights, 64.5 x 28.5 cm/25.39 x 11.22 in. Estimate: €15,000/20,000 Saying that François Hayem loves antiques would be an understatement. He has been passionate about them since his teenage years, which led him to seek out the most beautiful and original pieces for the collectors and designers who step into his spacious gallery on rue du Bac in the heart
