Made in Milan at the end of the sixteenth century

[Pierre Tavlitzki]

Here is a small vase in rock crystal 16 cm high, from the collection of Yves Saint-Laurent. It is remarkable for its age: it was produced in Milan at the end of the sixteenth century or early seventeenth century.

It consists of an almost spherical body topped with a flared mouth and mounted on a cylindrical foot. It is also equipped with two dragon head handles and two spouts. Heavily carved with arabesques and foliage, it shows a style that few copies have survived.

Such a luxury item was designed for princely courts, and this one had entered the French royal collections in the eighteenth century.

The sale at Christie's, in association with Pierre Bergé, takes place in Paris from 23 to 25 February. This vase is estimated 100 K €.

[Pierre Tavlitzki]

Another great result. It is no coincidence, it is one of the few lots that had been presented in the first press releases. Of course I had noticed it for this reason.

The result is exceptional: 530 K € premium included.