1946/​175

Henri Paul Motte (b. Paris 1846, d. s.p. 1922)

Scene from ancient Rome with the sacred geese kept as guardians in the temple of Juno. Signed and dated Henri Motte 89. Oil on canvas. 32 × 46 cm.

While the Roman soldiers and watch dogs slept, Juno's sacred geese on the Capitol warned Rome of the Gallic attack in 390 BC.

Condition

One retouch/repair. Minor retouches and minimal crackles.

Additional Remarks

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Auction

Paintings, furniture and varia, 11 November 2019

Category

Paintings

Estimate

20,000–25,000 DKK

Sold

Price realised

14,000 DKK  

One bid

When Bidder Bid
14,000 DKK