Jean DESPRES (1889-1980) - Lot 53

VENTE REGARDS CROISES SUR LE XXE SIECLE : THE COLLECTION OF A PASSIONATE ENTREPRENEUR

The December 16 sale features a private collection assembled over several decades by a demanding collector with an eclectic taste. The collection reflects a highly personal view of the 20th century, boldly combining furniture from the 40s and 50s, modern art, design and collectibles from the 30s (glassware, ceramics, silverware). It brings together major figures in post-war abstract painting-Riopelle, Bazaine, Atlan-while also leaving room for more classical works-Gromaire and Hélion. The decorative arts occupy a prominent place, represented by an exceptional group of neoclassical furniture from the 1940s-1950s: André Arbus, Gilbert Poillerat, as well as Jacques Adnet, Maurice Dufrêne and Jean Pascaud. This furniture collection was guided by an encounter in the 1990s with Yves Gastou, a renowned gallery owner and passionate furniture designer. This collector was lucky enough to discover pieces that are now particularly rare on the market. Sculpture is also at the heart of this collection, with a fine array of works in bronze, wood and marble by singular artists such as Anton Prinner, Wang Keping and Josette Hébert-Coeffin. Finally, this collection also stands out for a freer, more contemporary approach, with a selection of emblematic works of design: Yonel Lebovici, Garouste et Bonetti, Ettore Sottsass, Guy de Rougemont, Ado Chale. EXHIBITION DESIGNED BY AN ARTIST AND ART COLLECTOR EXHIBITION: Drouot - Room 9 Friday, December 12, 11 am to 6 pm Saturday December 13 from 11H to 18H Monday December 15 from 11H to 18H Tuesday December 16 from 11H to 12H Live auction in room 9 from 2pm on Tuesday December 16. Live broadcast on Drouot.com For further information, please contact Marie-Laurence Tixier - Auctioneer mltixier@mauriceauction.com +33 6 82 11 54 26 Find all the lots in the sale online at: mauriceauction.com It is possible to follow and take part in the sale: - 1. in Room 9 2. by telephone on request up to 2 hours before the sale at contact@mauriceauction.com - 3. by leaving buy orders until 2 hours before the sale by e-mail to contact@mauriceauction.com 4. on Drouot.com - Fees payable by the buyer (1.5% excl. VAT / 1.8% incl. VAT) Auction fees: 25% excl. tax / 30% incl. tax REDUCED RATE VAT ON BOOK LOTS Concerning storage: NO LOT WILL BE RETURNED. Lots purchased at Hôtel Drouot may be collected free of charge from the auction room until 7 pm on the evening of the auction and between 8 am and 10 am the following day. If the customer is unable to collect the lot immediately, the purchase will be handled by the Service Magasinage. This service is subject to a fee, and the customer must make an appointment on drouot.com (home page/click on the Hôtel Drouot logo) then practical information then shopping. Le Magasinage can provide an estimate for delivery in Ile de France. ATTENTION le magasinage will be closed from Wednesday December 24 to Wednesday January 7, 2026 inclusive. Lot conditions: We remind you that the lots presented are vintage pieces and may therefore present defects. Additional condition reports and photographs can be sent on request by email. The electrical mechanisms of watches, lamps, radios and all objects with any kind of mechanism are not guaranteed and are not up to current standards. The conditions are given as an indication and do not engage the responsibility of the auction house. Transport : For delivery of your furniture in France and Europe, please contact Socquet Vidal: contact@socquet-vidal.fr. For the shipment of your small purchases, please contact ThePackengers with your paid packing slip: hello@thepackengers.com Payment : 1. online in the payment section of mauriceauction.com 2. by bank transfer: FR69 3000 2004 3400 0044 6976 W09 3. by credit card 4. in cash within the authorized limit