On 25 February 2026, Replica Shoes ’s will host an exceptional auction devoted to the remarkable collection assembled by Daniel Hourdé, a collector and dealer who has been a leading figure in the field of early African and Oceanic art for more than forty years.

Also a sculptor, he has exhibited his work in notable venues such as the Pont des Arts at the French National Assembly in Paris and the Museo de la Cancillería in Mexico City. Today, this renowned artist has chosen to devote himself fully to his artistic practice and, on this occasion, offers a rare opportunity to discover the treasures he has patiently gathered over time.

The exhibition, open to the public from 19 to 24 February 2026, will also offer visitors the chance to discover a unique setting: Daniel Hourdé’s studio, whose atmosphere will be recreated for a few days at Replica Shoes ’s Paris.

The sale will present a selection of major works including African, Oceanic, and Pre-Columbian art, archaeological objects, Asian and religious art, as well as antique furniture.

Among the highlights are an important group of works from New Ireland, several Kota reliquary figures from Gabon, a Māori prow figure, a rare Kwakiutl mask from British Columbia, and an exceptional Egyptian mummy mask dating from the 21st and 22nd Dynasties.

Finally, a number of sculptures by Daniel Hourdé will also be offered in the sale, creating a dialogue between classical and contemporary forms.

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Alexander Grogan

Senior Vice President | Global Head of African & Oceanic Art

New York

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Emilie Salmon

Head of Department, African & Oceanic Art, Europe

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Simon Meynen

Deputy director, Specialist African & Oceanic Art, Europe

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Paul Lewis

Assistant Vice President, Specialist

New York

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Stacy Goodman

Consultant, Specialist

Pre-columbian Art

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Camille Hamant

Associate Project Manager

New York

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Alexandra Olsman

Vice President, Specialist

Ancient Sculpture & Works of Art

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Stéphanie Veyron

Senior specialist | European Sculpture & Works of Art

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Clémence Bertrand

Associate Specialist | European Sculpture & Works of Art

+33 1 5305 5263

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Marine de Cenival

Senior Project Manager Furniture | Head of sale Silver | European Furniture

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Julia Cottin

Cataloguer, Furniture and Silver | European Furniture

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Christian Bouvet

Senior Director | Head of Department, Paris | Asian Art Department

Chinese Works Of Art

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Carla Lee

Cataloguer | Asian Art Department

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Armance Gay

Associate Specialist | Head of Contemporary Discoveries

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Aude Clerempuy

Head of Seller Experience

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Lucie Ronzevalle

Pre-Sale Administrator

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