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  • ALFRED FORETAY (1861-1944)
    Apr. 17, 2025

    ALFRED FORETAY (1861-1944)

    Est: £300 - £500

    ALFRED FORETAY (1861-1944) ART NOUVEAU FIGURE, CIRCA 1910 patinated bronze, signed in the bronze A. FORETAY 36.5cm high

    Lyon & Turnbull
  • Alfred Jean Foretay (1861-1944) 'La Cruche Cassée', Spelter
    Apr. 01, 2025

    Alfred Jean Foretay (1861-1944) 'La Cruche Cassée', Spelter

    Est: €200 - €300

    Alfred Jean Foretay (1861-1944) 'La Cruche Cassée', Spelter 'The Broken Jar' Patinated spelter. Signed A. Foretay.

    Flanders Auctions
  • Alfred Jean FORETAY (1861-1944) - Fontaine & Durieux à Paris
    Mar. 29, 2025

    Alfred Jean FORETAY (1861-1944) - Fontaine & Durieux à Paris

    Est: €50 - €150

    La cruche cassée Epreuve en terre cuite polychromée Signature et cachet de la manufacture H. 59 cm

    OXIO
  • ALFRED FORETAY (1861 - 1944) (after) - "liggende n…
    Mar. 23, 2025

    ALFRED FORETAY (1861 - 1944) (after) - "liggende n…

    Est: €400 - €800

    ALFRED FORETAY (1861 - 1944) (after) - "liggende naakte vrouw" - sculptuur in brons - gesigneerd - L: 46 cm

    DEWIT Auctions
  • Alfred Jean Foretay (Swiss, 1861-1944),
    Feb. 25, 2025

    Alfred Jean Foretay (Swiss, 1861-1944),

    Est: £150 - £200

    Alfred Jean Foretay (Swiss, 1861-1944), An Art Nouveau painted cast iron bust of a young woman wearing a headscarf, in the style of Villianis 31cm wide 20cm deep 55cm high Condition Report: With some losses to the paint on touch points.

    Sworders
  • ALFRED JEAN FORETAY (1861 - 1944) "Bather"
    Dec. 18, 2024

    ALFRED JEAN FORETAY (1861 - 1944) "Bather"

    Est: €1,200 - €1,500

    ALFRED JEAN FORETAY (1861 - 1944) "Bather" Oil on canvas Signed 50,5 x 74 cm 1.200 - 1.500 €

    Bayeu Subastas
  • ALFRED JEAN FORETAY. "À la fontaine".
    Oct. 23, 2024

    ALFRED JEAN FORETAY. "À la fontaine".

    Est: €1,200 - €1,300

    Sculpture-lamp in calamine and glass 88 cm high.

    Balclis
  • Sculpture on Marble Base - After Alfred Foretay (1861-1944)
    Aug. 25, 2024

    Sculpture on Marble Base - After Alfred Foretay (1861-1944)

    Est: $120 - $200

    Sculpture on Marble Base - After Alfred Foretay (1861-1944) This is a beautiful cast sculpture. Cast off an original by Alfred Foretay. Foretay was a prominent sculptor around the turn of the 20th Century, Active in Switzerland & France. This piece will set a formal scene in your home or office, it is fixed to a black marble base and in perfect undamaged condition. It is approx 25cm high

    Danielle Elizabeth Antique & Estate Auctioneers
  • Alfred J. Foretay (1861-1944) Art Nouveau Bust
    Jul. 28, 2024

    Alfred J. Foretay (1861-1944) Art Nouveau Bust

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    Alfred J. Foretay (1861-1944) Art Nouveau Bust. French erotic work circa 1900. Art Nouveau patinated metal bust of a lady holding her breasts as she gestures with her other hand. Signed "Foretay". Size: 14.5" tall. Condition: Good.

    Treasureseeker Auctions LLC
  • ALFRED FORETAY, FRAUENAKT
    Jun. 06, 2024

    ALFRED FORETAY, FRAUENAKT

    Est: CHF200 - CHF300

    (Morges 1861–1944 Genf) Terracotta, tlw. patiniert. Geritzte Künstlersignatur. H 20 cm. - Altersspuren.

    Schuler Auktionen
  • ALFRED JEAN FORETAY. "À la fontaine".
    May. 23, 2024

    ALFRED JEAN FORETAY. "À la fontaine".

    Est: €1,200 - €1,300

    Sculpture-lamp in calamine and glass 88 cm high.

    Balclis
  • ALFRED FORETAY (1861 - 1944)
    May. 19, 2024

    ALFRED FORETAY (1861 - 1944)

    Est: €600 - €800

    ALFRED FORETAY (1861 - 1944) - "Liggende naakte vrouw" - Postume schaal in brons - Gesigneerd - Art Nouveau stijl - L: 47 cm

    DEWIT Auctions
  • ALFRED JEAN FORETAY (Switzerland, 1861-1944). "Nymph". Polychrome terracotta. Signed on the base.
    Apr. 16, 2024

    ALFRED JEAN FORETAY (Switzerland, 1861-1944). "Nymph". Polychrome terracotta. Signed on the base.

    Est: €3,000 - €3,200

    ALFRED JEAN FORETAY (Switzerland, 1861-1944). "Nymph". Polychrome terracotta. Signed on the base. Measurements: 73 x 25 x 25 cm. Alfred Jean Foretay was born in Morges, Switzerland, on January 12, 1861. At the age of 16, he left the country for Paris where, in 1877, he attended the Ecole des Beaux-Arts. A student of Falguières, he obtained an honorable mention in 1891 and a gold medal in 1904 while attending the Paris Salons. Fifteen years later, he married. After successful contact with several masters of French sculpture and painting, he decided to return home with his wife and daughter. Foretay left a legacy of remarkable sculptures that are highly collectible.

    Setdart Auction House
  • ALFRED JEAN FORETAY
    Mar. 26, 2024

    ALFRED JEAN FORETAY

    Est: €6,000 - €8,000

    Alfred Jean Foretay (Morges, Suiza,1861-1944) Semíramis. Escultura Art Nouveau en terracota patinada, c.1900. Firmada y titulada. Se trata de la representación de la mítica reina Asiria y Babilonia. Hija de un mortal y de la diosa Derceto. Fue abandonada por su madre en el desierto y alimentada por palomas hasta que fue recogida por el pastor Simas. El rey Ninos seducido por su belleza e inteligencia la desposa. Ella lo hará asesinar y reinará sobre el Imperio asirio. Bibliografía. Reproducida en el libro: "Terres cuites orientalistes et africanistes 1860-1940", por Stéphane Richemond. Pág.: 174. Les Éditions de l'Amateur. 1999. 70 x 45 x 25 cm.

    Aletheia Subastas
  • Antique Signed A. Foretay Art Nouveau Lady Bust
    Mar. 23, 2024

    Antique Signed A. Foretay Art Nouveau Lady Bust

    Est: $40 - $15,000

    Antique Signed Alfred Jean Foretay (France, 1861-1944) Art Nouveau Patinated Lady Bust. 9.5 inches H x 5 W x 3 deep.

    Kavanagh Auctions
  • ALFRED JEAN FORETAY. "À la fontaine".
    Mar. 14, 2024

    ALFRED JEAN FORETAY. "À la fontaine".

    Est: €1,500 - €1,800

    Sculpture-lamp in calamine and glass 88 cm high.

    Balclis
  • ALFRED JEAN FORETAY (1861-1944) "YOUNG WOMAN PLAYING WITH HER CAT" BRONZE BUST.
    Mar. 02, 2024

    ALFRED JEAN FORETAY (1861-1944) "YOUNG WOMAN PLAYING WITH HER CAT" BRONZE BUST.

    Est: €400 - €800

    Alfred Jean FORETAY (1861-1944) "Young woman playing with her cat". Bronze bust with medal patina entitled "Taquinerie" and signed A. Fonteray. - Weight: 5.50 kg - Shipping unavailable - Region: France - Sizes: H 330MM X L 180MM - At first glance: good condition

    Goldfield Auction
  • ALFRED JEAN FORETAY (1861-1944) - Floor lamp
    Dec. 12, 2023

    ALFRED JEAN FORETAY (1861-1944) - Floor lamp

    Est: €450 - €600

    France, c.1900, in patinated spelter representing female, waterfall-shaped spring in molded glass, wooden base, signed, electrified. Traces of xylophages at the base. Dim.:80cm

    Marques dos Santos
  • ALFRED JEAN FORETAY (1861-1944), B
    Nov. 10, 2023

    ALFRED JEAN FORETAY (1861-1944), B

    Est: -

    Alfred Jean Foretay (1861-1944), bust of a young woman holding up a ladybug, metal casting patinated in various shades of brown, signed on the side, rubbed and bumped, h. 37 cm

    Historia Auctionata
  • Alfred J. Foretay (1861-1944) Art Nouveau Bust
    Oct. 29, 2023

    Alfred J. Foretay (1861-1944) Art Nouveau Bust

    Est: $600 - $800

    Alfred J. Foretay (1861-1944) Art Nouveau Bust. French erotic work C.1900. Art nouveau patinated metal bust of a lady holding her breasts. As she gestures with her other hand. Signed Foretay. 14.5" tall. Condition: Good.

    Treasureseeker Auctions LLC
  • Alfred Jean Foretay (1861 - 1944) Art Nouveau Bust
    Oct. 29, 2023

    Alfred Jean Foretay (1861 - 1944) Art Nouveau Bust

    Est: $600 - $900

    Great large art nouveau bust "Semiramis", circa 1890. Made of terracotta. Titled on front lower section "Semiramis", a young egyptian woman. Signed on side A. Foretay, and also factory seal. 27" tall x 18" wide. Condition: good, minor flakes.

    Treasureseeker Auctions LLC
  • ALFRED JEAN FORETAY (Switzerland, 1861-1944 ). "Semiramis", ca. 1900. Art Nouveau bust in patinated terracotta. Signed on the right side.
    Sep. 28, 2023

    ALFRED JEAN FORETAY (Switzerland, 1861-1944 ). "Semiramis", ca. 1900. Art Nouveau bust in patinated terracotta. Signed on the right side.

    Est: €6,000 - €8,000

    ALFRED JEAN FORETAY (Switzerland, 1861-1944). "Semiramis", ca. 1900. Art Nouveau bust in patinated terracotta. Signed on the right side. Published in the book "Terres Cuites Orientalistes et Africanistes 1860-1940" by Stephane Richemond. Publisher: Les Editions De L'amateur, 1999. Page 174 , with colour photo (detail). Size: 70 x 45 x 25 cm. Sammu-Ramat, better known as Semiramis, was the queen regent of the Assyrian Empire (reigning from 811 to 806 BCE) who occupied the throne of her young son Adad Nirari III until he reached maturity. She is also known as Shammuramat or Sammuramat. She was the wife of Shamshi-Adad V (who reigned from 823-811 BCE) and, when he died, assumed power until Adad Nirari III came of age, at which time he ceded the throne to her. This woman achieved remarkable fame and power in her lifetime and beyond, and had considerable influence at the Assyrian court. At the age of 16, Alfred Jean Foretay went to Paris, where he studied at the École des Beaux-Arts in 1877 and exhibited at the Salon de la Société des Artistes Français. As a pupil of Falguières, he received an honourable mention in 1891 and a gold medal in 1904. In addition to numerous decorative sculptural works, Foretay produced numerous figures and busts in the Art Nouveau style.

    Setdart Auction House
  • Alfred Jean Foretay, Büste "Die Fütterung"
    Aug. 25, 2023

    Alfred Jean Foretay, Büste "Die Fütterung"

    Est: -

    Alfred Jean Foretay, Büste "Die Fütterung" Entwurf um 1900, signiert und betitelt "La Becquee", ungemarkt, Ritznummer 40, gelblicher Scherben erdfarben bemalt, auf oktogonalem Postament Bruststück einer Jugendstilschönheit mit wallendem Haar, beim Füttern der beiden Amoretten in ihrem Arm, guter, fachmännisch restaurierter Zustand, H 43,5 cm. Künstlerinfo: schweizerischer Bildhauer (1861 Morges bis 1944 Genf), Sohn des Architekten John-Henry Foretay, arbeitete zu Beginn seiner Karriere im Büro seines Vaters, ab 1877 an der École des Beaux-Arts in Paris unter Alexandre Falguière, verbrachte einige Jahre in Paris, stellte dort im Salon der Société des Artistes Francais aus, 1904 Goldmedaille, stellte später regelmäßig in Paris und in der Schweiz aus, stellte Skulpturen und Büsten in verschiedenen Materialien sowie plastischen Bauschmuck her. Quelle: Thieme-Becker/Vollmer, Allgemeines Lexikon der Bildenden Künstler, Verlag Seemann Henschel GmbH & Co. KG. sowie Wikipedia. Alfred Jean Foretay, bust "The Feeding" Designed around 1900, signed and titled "La Becquee", unmarked, incised number 40, yellowish body painted earth-coloured, on octagonal pedestal bust of an Art Nouveau beauty with flowing hair, feeding the two cupids in her arms, good, expertly restored condition, h 43.5 cm. Artist's info: Swiss sculptor (1861 Morges to 1944 Geneva), son of the architect John-Henry Foretay, worked in his father's office at the beginning of his career, from 1877 at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris under Alexandre Falguière, spent some years in Paris, exhibited there at the Salon of the Société des Artistes Francais, 1904 gold medal, later exhibited regularly in Paris and Switzerland, produced sculptures and busts in different materials as well as sculptural building ornaments. Source: Thieme-Becker/Vollmer, Allgemeines Lexikon der Bildenden Künstler, Verlag Seemann Henschel GmbH & Co. KG. and Wikipedia.

    Auktionshaus Mehlis GmbH
  • Alfred Jean Foretay. young bust
    Jul. 20, 2023

    Alfred Jean Foretay. young bust

    Est: -

    "Bust of a young man": Art Nouveau figure in polychrome terracotta. Signed A. Foretay on the base. On wooden pedestal base with marble top. 41cm. height figure, 82 cm. base height

    Duran Arte y Subastas
  • ALFRED JEAN FORETAY. Vase with a child.
    Jun. 29, 2023

    ALFRED JEAN FORETAY. Vase with a child.

    Est: €120 - €150

    Polychrome terracotta Signed 37 cm high.

    Balclis
  • ALFRED JEAN FORETAY (Switzerland, 1861-1944). "Semiramis", ca. 1900. Art Nouveau bust in patinated terracotta. Signed on the right side.
    Mar. 21, 2023

    ALFRED JEAN FORETAY (Switzerland, 1861-1944). "Semiramis", ca. 1900. Art Nouveau bust in patinated terracotta. Signed on the right side.

    Est: €14,000 - €16,000

    ALFRED JEAN FORETAY (Switzerland, 1861-1944). "Semiramis", ca. 1900. Art Nouveau bust in patinated terracotta. Signed on the right side. Published in the book "Terres Cuites Orientalistes et Africanistes 1860-1940" by Stephane Richemond. Publisher: Les Editions De L'amateur, 1999. Page 174 , with colour photo (detail). Size: 70 x 45 x 25 cm. Sammu-Ramat, better known as Semiramis, was the queen regent of the Assyrian Empire (reigning from 811 to 806 BCE) who occupied the throne of her young son Adad Nirari III until he reached maturity. She is also known as Shammuramat or Sammuramat. She was the wife of Shamshi-Adad V (who reigned from 823-811 BCE) and, when he died, assumed power until Adad Nirari III came of age, at which time he ceded the throne to her. This woman achieved remarkable fame and power in her lifetime and beyond, and had considerable influence at the Assyrian court. At the age of 16, Alfred Jean Foretay went to Paris, where he studied at the École des Beaux-Arts in 1877 and exhibited at the Salon de la Société des Artistes Français. As a pupil of Falguières, he received an honourable mention in 1891 and a gold medal in 1904. In addition to numerous decorative sculptural works, Foretay produced numerous figures and busts in the Art Nouveau style.

    Setdart Auction House
  • Alfred Jean FORETAY (1861-1944) - Fontaine & Durieux à Paris
    Mar. 19, 2023

    Alfred Jean FORETAY (1861-1944) - Fontaine & Durieux à Paris

    Est: €400 - €500

    La cruche cassée Epreuve en terre cuite polychromée Signature et cachet de la manufacture H. 59 cm

    OXIO
  • Alfred Foretay (1861-1944) Bronzed Spelter Art Nouveau
    Dec. 18, 2022

    Alfred Foretay (1861-1944) Bronzed Spelter Art Nouveau

    Est: $625 - $750

    SCULPTOR: Alfred Jean Foretay (swiss, 1861-1944) NAME: Hirondelle Blessee CONDITION: Excellent. Some wear to patina. HEIGHT OF LAMP: 28 inch / 70 cm HEIGHT OF FIGURE: 22 inch / 55 cm WIDTH: 17 inch / 43 cm DEEP: 14 inch / 35 cm WEIGHT: 26 lb CATEGORY: bronze statue figure figurine sculpture SKU#: 112528 US Shipping $149 + insurance.

    Broward Auction Gallery LLC
  • Foretay, Alfred Jean
    Dec. 02, 2022

    Foretay, Alfred Jean

    Est: -

    Foretay, Alfred Jean 1861 Morges - 1944 Genf Jseult. Vergoldet und patiniert. Metall. Signiert. H 60 cm.

    Dusseldorfer Auktionshaus
  • Alfred Jean Foretay "The Gypsy" bronze sculpture (h. cm 78) Signed at base (defects)...
    Oct. 11, 2022

    Alfred Jean Foretay "The Gypsy" bronze sculpture (h. cm 78) Signed at base (defects)...

    Est: €900 - €1,000

    (Francia 1861 - 1944) "The Gypsy" bronze sculpture (h. cm 78) Signed at base (defects) IT "La zingara" scultura in bronzo (h. cm 78) Firmata alla base (difetti)

    Il Ponte Auction House
  • FRENCH / SWISS ALFRED JEAN FORETAY 1861- 1944 BRONZE BUST TITLED "SALOME" ( BASE RECENTLY ADDED)
    Oct. 08, 2022

    FRENCH / SWISS ALFRED JEAN FORETAY 1861- 1944 BRONZE BUST TITLED "SALOME" ( BASE RECENTLY ADDED)

    Est: $350 - $650

    French / Swiss Alfred Jean Foretay 1861- 1944 Bronze Bust Titled "SALOME" ( Base Recently Added). Measure 12" Tall. Please carefully read our terms of sale, shipping information, and request any condition reports or photos prior to placing a bid. Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. RBFineArts CFL INC. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Please email for a condition report and photos, if desired. Emails should be received at least 48 hours in advance of the date of the auction. Please make sure you have read the Terms and Conditions* before you bid. ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS!. Any registration and/or bid placed by you guaranteed RBFineArts CFL Inc. you have read and will abide by the following Terms and Conditions of the sale. Transportation of buyer's items: For a charge of 15.00 per invoice, RBFineArts Shipping Inc. will pick up and transport your item's from the offices of RBFineArts CFL Inc. All OTHER transport to any other third party shipper there will be a 25.00 transport fee, there will be no exceptions for this condition. The buyer is responsible for paying for shipping, packing, and transport, etc. RBFineArts CFL Inc. is not responsible for packing, shipping, or transport of any items from buyer's invoice. *Please see terms and conditions for additional information on payment and shipping options.

    RB Fine Arts
  • Alfred Jean Foretay, Pierrot Lune, an Ar
    Oct. 07, 2022

    Alfred Jean Foretay, Pierrot Lune, an Ar

    Est: £250 - £350

    Alfred Jean Foretay, Pierrot Lune, an Art Deco bronze figure, circa 1925, modelled as the clown climbing into a crescent moon, signed in cast A Foretay, 31cm high

    Kinghams Auctioneers
  • Alfred Jean Foretay (1861 - 1944) Art Nouveau Bust
    Sep. 11, 2022

    Alfred Jean Foretay (1861 - 1944) Art Nouveau Bust

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Great large art nouveau bust "Semiramis", circa 1890. Made of terracotta. Titled on front lower section "Semiramis", a young egyptian woman. Signed on side A. Foretay, and also factory seal. 27" tall x 18" wide. Condition: good, minor flakes.

    Treasureseeker Auctions LLC
  • Alfred Foretay (1861-1944) Bronzed Spelter Art Nouveau
    Sep. 11, 2022

    Alfred Foretay (1861-1944) Bronzed Spelter Art Nouveau

    Est: $625 - $750

    SCULPTOR: Alfred Jean Foretay (swiss, 1861-1944) NAME: Hirondelle Blessee CONDITION: Excellent. Some wear to patina. HEIGHT OF LAMP: 28 inch / 70 cm HEIGHT OF FIGURE: 22 inch / 55 cm WIDTH: 17 inch / 43 cm DEEP: 14 inch / 35 cm WEIGHT: 26 lb CATEGORY: bronze statue figure figurine sculpture SKU#: 112528 SHIPPING: Third Party Shipping Required

    Broward Auction Gallery LLC
  • JEAN FORETAY (Morgues, Switzerland 1861-1944) Bust, Art Nouveau, ca. 1910. Patinated terracotta.
    Sep. 05, 2022

    JEAN FORETAY (Morgues, Switzerland 1861-1944) Bust, Art Nouveau, ca. 1910. Patinated terracotta.

    Est: €1,600 - €1,800

    JEAN FORETAY (Morgues, Switzerland 1861-1944) Bust, Art Nouveau, ca. 1910. Patinated terracotta. Terracotta bust of a long-haired woman with the name of Velleda, wearing a choker and pendants around her neck. This sculpture is patinated in warm autumnal earth tones simulating bronze. Signed A. Foretay on one side and titled "VELLEDA" on the front. Provenance: Spanish private collection, formed between 1970 and 2010. Slight chipping. Normal wear and tear due to use and the passage of time. Measurements: 63 x 37 x 25 cm. Alfred Jean Foretay was born in Morges, Switzerland, on 12 January 1861. At the age of 16, he left the country for Paris where, in 1877, he attended the Ecole des Beaux-Arts. A pupil of Falguières, he obtained an honourable mention in 1891 and a gold medal in 1904 while attending the Paris Salons. Fifteen years later, he married. After a successful contact with several masters of French sculpture and painting, he decided to return home with his wife and daughter. Foretay left a legacy of remarkable sculptures that are highly collectible.

    Setdart Auction House
  • Alfred Jean Foretay, Büste "Velléda"
    Aug. 27, 2022

    Alfred Jean Foretay, Büste "Velléda"

    Est: -

    Alfred Jean Foretay, Büste "Velléda" um 1900, signiert und bezeichnet, Terrakotta in matten grünen Tönen bemalt und partiell vergoldet, seitlich blickende Jugendstilschönheit mit vom Wind verwehtem Haar, Hals geschmückt mit einer reliefierten Kette, der ehemals eingehängte Ohrring fehlt, eine Haarspitze sauber geklebt, sonst nur geringe oberflächliche Fehlstellen, H 32 cm. Künstlerinfo: schweizerischer Bildhauer (1861 Morges bis 1944 Genf), Sohn des Architekten John-Henry Foretay, arbeitete zu Beginn seiner Karriere im Büro seines Vaters, ab 1877 an der École des Beaux-Arts in Paris unter Alexandre Falguière, verbrachte einige Jahre in Paris, stellte dort im Salon der Société des Artistes Francais aus, 1904 Goldmedaille, stellte später regelmäßig in Paris und in der Schweiz aus, stellte Skulpturen und Büsten in verschiedenen Materialien sowie plastischen Bauschmuck her. Quelle: Thieme-Becker/Vollmer, Allgemeines Lexikon der Bildenden Künstler, Verlag Seemann Henschel GmbH & Co. KG. sowie Wikipedia.de.

    Auktionshaus Mehlis GmbH
  • JEAN FORETAY (Morgues, Switzerland 1861-1944) Bust, Art Nouveau, ca. 1910. Patinated terracotta. Terracotta bust of a long-haired woman with the name of Velleda, wearing a choker and pendants around her neck.
    Jul. 05, 2022

    JEAN FORETAY (Morgues, Switzerland 1861-1944) Bust, Art Nouveau, ca. 1910. Patinated terracotta. Terracotta bust of a long-haired woman with the name of Velleda, wearing a choker and pendants around her neck.

    Est: €1,400 - €1,600

    JEAN FORETAY (Morgues, Switzerland 1861-1944) Bust, Art Nouveau, ca. 1910. Patinated terracotta. Terracotta bust of a long-haired woman with the name of Velleda, wearing a choker and pendants around her neck. This sculpture is patinated in warm autumnal earth tones simulating bronze. Signed A. Foretay on one side and titled "VELLEDA" on the front. Provenance: Spanish private collection, formed between 1970 and 2010. Slight chipping. Normal wear and tear due to use and the passage of time. Measurements: 63 x 37 x 25 cm. Alfred Jean Foretay was born in Morges, Switzerland, on 12 January 1861. At the age of 16, he left the country for Paris where, in 1877, he attended the Ecole des Beaux-Arts. A pupil of Falguières, he obtained an honourable mention in 1891 and a gold medal in 1904 while attending the Paris Salons. Fifteen years later, he married. After a successful contact with several masters of French sculpture and painting, he decided to return home with his wife and daughter. Foretay left a legacy of remarkable sculptures that are highly collectible.

    Setdart Auction House
  • ALFRED JEAN FORETAY "JOUVENCE" BRONZE LAMP
    Jun. 08, 2022

    ALFRED JEAN FORETAY "JOUVENCE" BRONZE LAMP

    Est: $1,500 - $2,500

    Alfred Jean Foretay "Jouvence" Figural Bronze Lamp (French, 1861-1944)

    Litchfield Auctions
  • Alfred Foretay (1861-1944) Bronzed Spelter Art Nouveau
    May. 08, 2022

    Alfred Foretay (1861-1944) Bronzed Spelter Art Nouveau

    Est: $625 - $750

    SCULPTOR: Alfred Jean Foretay (swiss, 1861-1944) NAME: Hirondelle Blessee CONDITION: Excellent. Some wear to patina. HEIGHT OF LAMP: 28 inch / 70 cm HEIGHT OF FIGURE: 22 inch / 55 cm WIDTH: 17 inch / 43 cm DEEP: 14 inch / 35 cm WEIGHT: 26 lb CATEGORY: bronze statue figure figurine sculpture SKU#: 112528 US Shipping $149 + insurance.

    Broward Auction Gallery LLC
  • ALFRED JEAN FORETAY (1861-1944) BÜSTE EINER JUNGEN FRAU
    May. 01, 2022

    ALFRED JEAN FORETAY (1861-1944) BÜSTE EINER JUNGEN FRAU

    Est: -

    um 1900, Terrakotta, grün patiniert, Büste einer jungen Frau der Belle Epoque, rückseitig signiert, ortsbezeichnet ¨Paris¨, H 52cm, am Sockel mehrfach bestoßen

    Auktionshaus Rotherbaum OHG
  • Alfred Jean FORETAY (1861-1944)
    Apr. 28, 2022

    Alfred Jean FORETAY (1861-1944)

    Est: €300 - €500

    Alfred Jean FORETAY (1861-1944) Buste en terre cuite d'une jeune fille. Signée. Petit éclat à la base. H : 50 cm

    Legia-Auction
  • ALFRED JEAN FORETAY (FRENCH 1861-1944), AN ART DECO COLD-PAINTED BRONZE GROUP, C.1930, SIGNED IN THE
    Apr. 26, 2022

    ALFRED JEAN FORETAY (FRENCH 1861-1944), AN ART DECO COLD-PAINTED BRONZE GROUP, C.1930, SIGNED IN THE

    Est: £800 - £1,200

    Alfred Jean Foretay (French 1861-1944), an Art Deco cold-painted bronze group, c.1930, signed in the bronze 'Foretay', Cast from a model and depicting a young pan and a naked young woman, on integral base, 35 cm high, 44 cm long A few fine scratches, some rubbing to high points and light natural wear in keeping with age.

    Roseberys
  • Alfred J. Foretay (1861-1944) Art Nouveau Bust
    Apr. 24, 2022

    Alfred J. Foretay (1861-1944) Art Nouveau Bust

    Est: $400 - $600

    Alfred J. Foretay (1861-1944) Art Nouveau Bust. French erotic work C.1900. Art nouveau patinated metal bust of a lady holding her breasts as she gestures with her other hand. Signed Foretay. 14.5" tall. Condition: Good.

    Treasureseeker Auctions LLC
  • Alfred Foretay (1861-1944) Bronzed Spelter Art Nouveau
    Feb. 06, 2022

    Alfred Foretay (1861-1944) Bronzed Spelter Art Nouveau

    Est: $625 - $750

    SCULPTOR: Alfred Jean Foretay (swiss, 1861-1944) NAME: Hirondelle Blessee CONDITION: Excellent. Some wear to patina. HEIGHT OF LAMP: 28 inch / 70 cm HEIGHT OF FIGURE: 22 inch / 55 cm WIDTH: 17 inch / 43 cm DEEP: 14 inch / 35 cm WEIGHT: 26 lb CATEGORY: bronze statue figure figurine sculpture SKU#: 112528 US Shipping $149 + insurance.

    Broward Auction Gallery LLC
  • Figürliche Salonlampe "Die Jugend"
    Nov. 19, 2021

    Figürliche Salonlampe "Die Jugend"

    Est: -

    Figürliche Salonlampe "Die Jugend" Entwurf Alfred Jean Foretay (1861-1944), Frankreich, um 1900, signiert A. Foretay und bezeichnet "Jouvende", reliefierte Herstellermarke Fontaine & Durieux Paris, Terrakotta erdfarben bemalt, auf hohem Felssockel, mit wasserfallartiger Quelle aus Formglas, sitzende Jugendstilschönheit als Halbakt, mit schirmartig erhobenem Haar und Tuchdraperie, beide Hände und die Quelle jeweils einflammig elektrifiziert, Elektrik erneuert, Funktion nicht geprüft, fachmännisch restaurierter Zustand, Maße 80 x 38 cm.

    Auktionshaus Mehlis GmbH
  • Alfred Jean FORETAY (1861-1944) 'Taquinerie' a bronze figurine of a lady with her cat.
    Nov. 17, 2021

    Alfred Jean FORETAY (1861-1944) 'Taquinerie' a bronze figurine of a lady with her cat.

    Est: €300 - €500

    Alfred Jean FORETAY (1861-1944) 'Taquinerie' a bronze figurine of a lady with her cat. Marked Paris. (15 x 18 x 36 cm)

    Flanders Auctions
  • Alfred Foretay (1861-1944) Bronzed Spelter Art Nouveau
    Nov. 14, 2021

    Alfred Foretay (1861-1944) Bronzed Spelter Art Nouveau

    Est: $625 - $750

    SCULPTOR: Alfred Jean Foretay (swiss, 1861-1944) NAME: Hirondelle Blessee CONDITION: Excellent. Some wear to patina. HEIGHT OF LAMP: 28 inch / 70 cm HEIGHT OF FIGURE: 22 inch / 55 cm WIDTH: 17 inch / 43 cm DEEP: 14 inch / 35 cm WEIGHT: 26 lb CATEGORY: bronze statue figure figurine sculpture SKU#: 112528 US Shipping $149 + insurance.

    Broward Auction Gallery LLC
  • Alfred Jean Foretay (Swiss 1861-1944), an Art Nouveau patinated bronze figure, c.1900, signed A. For
    Oct. 12, 2021

    Alfred Jean Foretay (Swiss 1861-1944), an Art Nouveau patinated bronze figure, c.1900, signed A. For

    Est: £300 - £500

    Alfred Jean Foretay (Swiss 1861-1944), an Art Nouveau patinated bronze figure, c.1900, signed A. Foretay, Modelled and cast as a maiden sitting on a tree stump holding a flower in each hand, having a leaf halo behind her head, 36.5 cm high A few old marks and light wear and rubbing in keeping with age. Some traces of green on her arms, hair and leaf behind her head – now mostly faded or rubbed away. Wear to base.

    Roseberys
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