Art Nouveau pewter Sculpture lady with casket by Mattei France 1900
By Louis Octave Mattei (
Located in Antwerp, BE
The artist is referenced in authoritative literature including Etains 1900 by Philippe Dahan and The Paris Salons 1895-1914 by Alistair Duncan.
Pewter
Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Vase “La pêche au filet” Alexandre Vibert France 1898
By Alexandre Vibert
Located in Antwerp, BE
This rare model is documented in important reference publications including Etains 1900 by Philippe Dahan and The Paris Salons 1895–1914 by Alastair Duncan, further enhancing its col...
Bronze
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H 12.21 in W 7.88 in D 5.91 in
Art Nouveau gilt bronze lamp with nude by Helène Sibeud with Schneider glass.
By Hélène Sibeud
Located in Antwerp, BE
Orange and blue pate de verre glass shade. Etains 1900, Philippe Dahan. Les editions de l’amateur.
Bronze
Art Nouveau Bronze Paperweight Reading Nude Jean Garnier France
By Jean Garnier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Literature: “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur. ?.
Marble, Bronze
Art Nouveau Bronze Loie Fuller Lamp By A. Nelson
Located in Antwerp, BE
Berman, Abage. “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur.
Bronze
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H 13 in W 10.63 in D 2.96 in
Art Nouveau Table Mirror with Lady and Flowers by R. C. Peyre, 1900.
By Charles Raphaël Peyre
Located in Antwerp, BE
Literature: “Etains 1900“ Philippe Dahan. Les éditions de l’amateur. “Dictionnaire des peintres, sculpteurs, dessinateurs et graveurs” by E.
Pewter
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H 14.97 in W 10.63 in D 5.91 in
Art Nouveau figural bronze lamp by Victorin Sabatier, France 1900.
By Victorin Sabatier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Literature: “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur. “The Paris salons 1895-1914” by Alistair Duncan.
Bronze
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H 9.85 in W 5.91 in D 5.52 in
Art Nouveau gilt bronze candlesticks lady with flower Iris & Lotus by A. Clerget
By Alexandre Clerget
Located in Antwerp, BE
This pair is illustrated on page 115 of the book Dynamic Beauty, Macklowe Gallery and in Etains 1900 Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l’amateur where old pictures from the origin...
Bronze
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H 18.9 in W 11.42 in D 0.79 in
Art Nouveau bronze lamp with lady by Ferville Suan & Degué, france 1900.
By Degué, Charles Georges Ferville-Suan
Located in Antwerp, BE
Literature: Etains 1900, Philippe Dahan. Les editions de l’amateur. The dictionary of sculptors in bronze, James Mackay.
Bronze
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H 1.19 in W 11.23 in D 1.58 in
French Gilt Bronze Art Nouveau Letter Opener with Lady Louis & François Moreau
By Louis & François Moreau
Located in Antwerp, BE
Literature: Etains 1900, Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur. ?.
Bronze
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H 22.05 in W 12.21 in D 8.27 in
Art Nouveau bust of a woman Sultane signed by Emmanuel Villanis 1890
By Emmanuel Villanis
Located in Antwerp, BE
Emmanuel Villanis, Josje Hortulanus- de Mik. Etains 1900, Philippe Dahan. Les éditions de l’amateur, Dictionnaire des peintres, sculpteurs, dessinateurs et graveurs, E.
Metal
French gilt bronze Art Nouveau vase with nudes by Alexandre Vibert.
By Alexandre Vibert
Located in Antwerp, BE
Literature: Illustration on page 386 of “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur. “Dictionnaire illustré des sculpteurs animaliers & fondeurs de l’antiquité à nos j...
Bronze
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H 11.03 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in
Art Nouveau Planter with Woman and Flowers La Ronde by Maurel France, 1900
By E. Maurel
Located in Antwerp, BE
This flower dish is illustrated in ?“Etains 1900“ Philippe Dahan. Les éditions de l’amateur. ?Further information:?
Pewter
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H 27.17 in W 11.82 in D 9.85 in
Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture of a Knight in Armor, Lucas Madrassi
By Luca Madrassi
Located in Antwerp, BE
Literature: “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur. ?“The Paris salons 1895-1914” by Alistair Duncan.
Bronze
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H 28.55 in W 13.39 in D 11.82 in
Tall Art Nouveau Bronze Vase Lady at a Fountain Lucas Madrassi, France, 1900
By Luca Madrassi
Located in Antwerp, BE
Literature: Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur. ?“The Paris salons 1895-1914” by Alistair Duncan.
Bronze
Art Nouveau bronze vase by H. St. Lerche.
Located in Antwerp, BE
Berman, Abage. “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur. “The dictionary of sculptors in bronze” by James Mackay.
Ormolu, Bronze
Art Nouveau Vase with Mermaid and Cupids by W. Hareng
By W. Hareng
Located in Antwerp, BE
Literature: This vase is illustrated on page 183 of the book Etains 1900 by Philippe Dahan, Les éditions de l'amateur.
Pewter, Silver Plate
Art Nouveau Bronze Vase with Nude by J. Garnier
By Jean Garnier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Garnier (1853-1910) Literature: “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur. “Dictionnaire illustré des sculpteurs animaliers & fondeurs de l’antiquité à nos jours “...
Bronze
Art Nouveau Gilt & Bronze Flower Vase by Korschann
By Charles Korschann
Located in Antwerp, BE
Berman, Abage. “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur. “The dictionary of sculptors in bronze” by James Mackay.
Ormolu, Bronze
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H 19.69 in W 7.88 in D 6.7 in
Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture Nude with Grapes by Maurice Bouval, France, 1900
By Maurice Bouval
Located in Antwerp, BE
and in “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur.?General information:?
Bronze
Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Vase with Nude by Maurice Bouval
Located in Antwerp, BE
More information about the artist. “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur. “The Paris salons 1895-1914” by Alistair Duncan.
Ormolu, Bronze
Bronze Art Nouveau Mirror with Bathing Nudes by Henri Levasseur
By Henri Louis Levasseur
Located in Antwerp, BE
Literature: The Paris salons 1895-1914 by Alastar Duncan by the Antique Collectors Club. Etains 1900 Philippe Dahan. Les éditions de l’amateur. Les bronzes de XIXe siècle by Pier...
Bronze
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H 8.47 in W 1.97 in D 1.97 in
Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture Nude with Flower Maurice Bouval, France, 1900
By Maurice Bouval
Located in Antwerp, BE
Berman, Abage. “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur.?“The Paris salons 1895-1914” by Alistair Duncan.
Marble, Bronze
Art Deco Bronze Sculpture of a Nude with Satyr by Alfred Foretay
By Alfred Jean Foretay
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique collectors club. “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur. “Dictionnaire des peintres, sculpteurs, dessinateurs et graveurs” by E.
Bronze
Bronze Chick With Eggshell By G. Gardet.
Located in Antwerp, BE
“Les bronzes de XIXe siècle” by Pierre Kjellberg, Les editions des amateurs. “Etains 1900“ Philippe Dahan. Les éditions de l’amateur. “Dictionnaire illustré des sculpteurs animalie...
Bronze
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H 5.52 in W 10.24 in D 4.73 in
Art Nouveau gilt bronze jardiniere with nude by Charles Korschann.
By Charles Korschann
Located in Antwerp, BE
Information about the artist: “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur. “The dictionary of sculptors in bronze” by James Mackay.
Bronze
French Art Nouveau Silvered Table Mirror with Nude by Peyre, 1900
By Charles Raphaël Peyre
Located in Antwerp, BE
Literature: “Etains 1900“ Philippe Dahan. Les éditions de l’amateur. “Dictionnaire des peintres, sculpteurs, dessinateurs et graveurs” by E.
Pewter
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H 11.42 in W 6.3 in D 3.94 in
Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Vase with Nude and Leaves Maurice Bouval, France, 1910
By Maurice Bouval
Located in Antwerp, BE
Berman, Abage. “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur.? “The Paris salons 1895-1914” by Alistair Duncan.
Bronze
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H 5.71 in W 5.52 in D 3.94 in
Art Nouveau Bronze Vase of a Dancer Loïe Fuller Hans Stoltenberg Lerche, 1900
By Hans Stoltenberg-Lerche
Located in Antwerp, BE
Berman, Abage. “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur. “The dictionary of sculptors in bronze” by James Mackay.
Bronze
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H 6.5 in W 4.34 in D 3.94 in
Art Nouveau Erotic Bronze Sculpture of a Kneeling Nude Louis Chalon France 1900
By Louis Chalon
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gründ. “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur. “The Paris salons 1895-1914” by Alistair Duncan.
Bronze
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H 2.37 in W 4.93 in D 3.15 in
Antique Bronze Sculpture of a Mouse with Oyster by A. Foretay, France, 1890
By Alfred Jean Foretay
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique collectors club. “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur. “Dictionnaire des peintres, sculpteurs, dessinateurs et graveurs” by E.
Bronze
Art Nouveau Jardiniere with Female Face by Ch. Korschann
By Charles Korschann
Located in Antwerp, BE
More information about the artist: “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur. “The dictionary of sculptors in bronze” by James Mackay.
Bronze
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H 16.54 in W 8.27 in D 7.49 in
Art Nouveau bronze lamp nude with snake and flowers Henri Levasseur France 1900
By Henri Levasseur
Located in Antwerp, BE
Literature: “The Paris salons 1895-1914“ by Alastar Duncan by the Antique Collectors Club.?“Etains 1900“ Philippe Dahan. Les éditions de l’amateur.?“Les bronzes de XIXe siècle“ by P...
Marble, Bronze
French Art Nouveau Bronze Table Lamp by Jonchery with Nude, 1900
By Charles Emile Jonchery
Located in Antwerp, BE
Literature: “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur. “Dynamic Beauty” Macklowe Gallery.
Bronze
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H 15.16 in W 4.93 in
Le Secret Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture Nude with Casket Maurice Bouval, 1900
By Maurice Bouval
Located in Antwerp, BE
Berman, Abage ?and “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur.? General information:?
Marble, Bronze
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H 17.33 in W 11.42 in D 7.09 in
Emmanuel Villanis Walkyrie Art Nouveau Bronze Bust of a Woman with Helmet, 1900
By Emmanuel Villanis
Located in Antwerp, BE
Berman, Abage. and in “Emmanuel Villanis” by Josje Hortulanus- de Mik General information about Villanis: Emmanuel Villanis, un sculpteur art nouveau” by Pascal Launay, Thélès” Les b...
Bronze
Art Nouveau pewter tray with nudes by Emmanuel Villanis.
By Emmanuel Villanis
Located in Antwerp, BE
An illustration of this model can be found on page 396 of “Etains 1900“ by Philippe Dahan. Les éditions de l’amateur. This model is mentioned on page 95.
Pewter
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H 9.06 in W 5.71 in D 3.35 in
Seule Art Nouveau Bronze Bust of a Young Woman Emmanuel Villanis, France, 1900
By Emmanuel Villanis
Located in Antwerp, BE
General information about Villanis: Emmanuel Villanis, un sculpteur art nouveau” by Pascal Launay, Thélès ”Les bronzes de XIXe siècle” by Pierre Kjellberg, Les éditions des amateu...
Marble, Bronze
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H 19.1 in W 10.63 in D 8.27 in
Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Lamp with Nude by Maurice Bouval, Colin Foundry 1900
By Maurice Bouval
Located in Antwerp, BE
Berman, Abage. “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur. “The Paris salons 1895-1914” by Alistair Duncan.
Marble, Bronze
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H 13.78 in W 12.88 in D 6.89 in
Art Deco Bronze Female Snake Charmer Nude Dancer by Th. Somme, 1930
By Théophile François Somme
Located in Antwerp, BE
Argus Valentines. “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur.
Marble, Bronze
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H 4.73 in W 2.56 in D 1.78 in
French Art Nouveau Gilt Bonze Vase with a Nude by Charles Korschann 1900
Located in Antwerp, BE
General information: “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur. “The dictionary of sculptors in bronze” by James Mackay.
Bronze
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H 10.44 in W 3.15 in D 3.15 in
French Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Sculpture of a Lady by Laporte-Blairsy, 1905
By Leo Laporte-Blairsy
Located in Antwerp, BE
Literature: “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur. “The Paris salons 1895-1914” by Alistair Duncan.
Marble, Bronze
Antique Bronze of a Sitting Cat by Georges Gardet, France 1895
By Georges Gardet
Located in Antwerp, BE
Literature: You will find a picture of this bronze on page 158 of "Etains 1900“ Philippe Dahan. Les éditions de l’amateur. “Dictionnaire illustré des sculpteurs animaliers & ...
Bronze
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H 13.59 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in
Art Nouveau Vase Four Women's Faces Four Seasons Michelet for Gentil & Bourdet
Located in Antwerp, BE
Literature: About the sculptor: “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur. page 247.
Ceramic
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H 11.42 in W 6.3 in D 3.94 in
French Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Vase with Nude and Leaves Maurice Bouval, 1910
By Maurice Bouval
Located in Antwerp, BE
Berman, Abage. “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur.?“The Paris salons 1895-1914” by Alistair Duncan.
Bronze
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H 3.35 in W 11.54 in D 2.37 in
Antique Gilt Bronze Sculpture of Mice by G. Gardet, Barbedienne Foundry
By Georges Gardet
Located in Antwerp, BE
Literature: You will find a description of this bronze “Souris et escargot” on page 344 of “Les bronzes de XIXe siècle” by Pierre Kjellberg, Les editions des amateurs. “Etains 1...
Marble, Bronze
Art Nouveau Bronze Lamp with Nude by Joachim Angles, France, 1900
Located in Antwerp, BE
Berman, Abage. “Etains 1900” Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l'amateur. “Dictionnaire des peintres, sculpteurs, dessinateurs et graveurs” by E.
Bronze
Art Nouveau Vase with Nudes by Emmanuel Villanis, Meditation
By Emmanuel Villanis
Located in Antwerp, BE
Condition: Very good original condition, Literature: Illustrations of this model can be found on page 395 of “Etains 1900“ by Philippe Dahan, Les éditions de l’amateur and o...
Pewter
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H 16.54 in W 11.82 in D 8.67 in
Art Nouveau Sculpture Seated Nude Removable Skirt Emmanuel Villanis France, 1890
By Emmanuel Villanis
Located in Antwerp, BE
General information about Villanis:?“Etains 1900“ by Philippe Dahan. Les éditions de l’amateur, ?“Dictionnaire des peintres, sculpteurs, dessinateurs et graveurs” by E.
Metal
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H 7.88 in W 24.41 in D 8.08 in
Art Nouveau Bronze Tray with Young Couple Kissing Max Blondat Soit Foundry, 1900
By Max Blondat
Located in Antwerp, BE
This model is illustrated in Dynamic Beauty, Macklowe Gallery Etains 1900, Philippe Dahan, les éditions de l’amateur. The Paris salons 1895-1914, Alistar Duncan, Antique Collecto...
Bronze
Antique Bronze sculpture of Two Young Bears Playing by Victor Peter
By Victor Peter
Located in Antwerp, BE
“Les bronzes de XIXe siècle” by Pierre Kjellberg, Les editions des amateurs. “Etains 1900“ Philippe Dahan. Les éditions de l’amateur. “The dictionary of sculptors in bronze” by Jam...
Marble, Bronze
$2,808
H 10.75 in W 5.25 in D 4.4 in
Striking Art Nouveau Ceramic and Bronze-Mounted Vase in Victor Horta Style
By Victor Horta
Located in Lisse, NL
Top condition and pure elegance Art Nouveau vase. For the collectors of museum quality and condition Art Nouveau ceramics. This stunning Art Nouveau vase is decorated with the mos...
Bronze
Charles Korschann Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Nude
By Charles Korschann
Located in Dallas, TX
Charles Korschann Czechoslovakian Art Nouveau Gilt-Bronze Figural Bud Vase. Cast from a model by Charles (Karl) Korschann, circa 1899, of urn form, with a handle in the form of a...
Bronze
$695
H 6.25 in W 3 in D 1.75 in
Small Hans Müller Art Nouveau Bronze Cabinet Sculpture/Bust of a Half-Clad Woman
By Hans Muller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, small-scale antique Art Nouveau cabinet bronze. In the form of a half-naked young woman in three-quarter profile. Likely an allegory to Summer or The Harvest (or possibly a...
Bronze
Art Nouveau Vase By Karl Ens Volkstedt, Jugendstil, Circa 1896
By Karl Ens
Located in Lisbon, PT
An amazing Jugendstil Style amphora from Rudolstadt, Thuringia hailing from the Triebner Ens Manufacture and the artist Karl Ens Volkstedt. A vase decorated with a iris flower form...
Faience
$4,995
H 75 in W 37 in D 20 in
Italian Signed E Rossi Art Nouveau Life Size Bronze Sculpture of a Woman
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions- H: 75in W: 37in D: 20in This Italian signed Eduardo Rossi (1867-1926) Art Nouveau life size bronze sculpture of a woman is an exceptional sculpture and was made with qua...
Metal, Bronze
$7,500
H 10 in W 4 in D 4 in
Maurice Bouval (French 1863 - 1916), Patinated Bronze Of An Art Nouveau Woman
By Maurice Bouval
Located in Germantown, MD
Maurice Bouval (French 1863 - 1916), Patinated Bronze Figure Of An Art Nouveau Woman Bronze on Marble Plinth.
Bronze
$262,400
H 29 in W 18 in D 18 in
Important Monumental Art Nouveau Ormolu-Mounted Ceramic "Exhibition" Vase
By Louis Chalon, Charles Pillivuyt & Cie, Paul Louchet
Located in Long Island City, NY, NY
An Important and Monumental Art Nouveau Ormolu-Mounted Ceramic "Exhibition" Vase, C. 1895 Spectacularly mounted naturalist vase; the base dressed and balustered, the neck finished i...
Bronze, Ormolu
$3,950
H 14 in W 6.75 in D 5.38 in
Antique French Bronze Sculpture of a Woman with Marble Plinth by Louis Lerolle
By Lerolle, Lerolle Freres
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique French bronze sculpture. By Louis Lerolle (ca. 1868-1948) In gilt bronze with a darkened finish. In the form of a well-dressed woman with a large hat putting on a g...
Marble, Bronze
"Jeune Femme a la Fleur" - French Art Nouveau Bronze Maiden on Marble Base
By Emmanuel Villanis
Located in San Diego, CA
"Jeune Femme a la Fleur" - French Art Nouveau Bronze Maiden on Marble Base, circa 1890 - 1905. A wonderful late 19th-century French bronze of a young maiden lifting a flower delicate...
Marble, Bronze
$7,686
H 17.72 in Dm 6.7 in L 17.72 in
German Art Nouveau Vase By Karl Ens Volkstedt, Late 19th Century
By Karl Ens
Located in Lisbon, PT
A Jugendstil Style amphora from Rudolstadt, Thuringia hailing from the Triebner Ens Manufacture and the artist Karl Ens Volkstedt. A vase decorated with an iris flower form neck an...
Faience
$6,500
H 18 in W 11 in D 7 in
Nice Mid 19th Century Patinated Bronze Figure of a Woman Cast by Alfred Daubrée
By Alfred Daubrée
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Nice Mid 19th Century Patinated Bronze Figure of a Woman Cast by Alfred Daubrée Attributed to Charles Cumberworth and Cast by Alfred Daubrée Depicting a beautiful woman in robes ...
Bronze
$2,963Sale Price|40% Off
H 11.03 in Dm 3.15 in
19th Century Decorated Bronze Vase Signed by F. Barbedienne
By Ferdinand Barbedienne
Located in Sofia, BG
Bronze vase of balustrades forms a relief of a musical and a shepherdess in an entourage of foliage and birds, resting on a pedestal area of a lezard and a surouris standing over red...
Bronze
Art Nouveau vase by Auguste Moreau
By Auguste Moreau
Located in Belgrade, RS
This tall vase of baluster form is made of silver-plated pewter and it is the embodiment of the charm, allure, and sophistication of the French Art Nouveau style. The vase is made an...
Silver Plate, Pewter
Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze Decorative Ewer, Pitcher
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Art Nouveau solid gilt bronze and parcel brass decorative Ewer richly ornate, Spain, circa 1900-1910. Measures: Height 15.75 in (40 cm) Width 5.15 (13 cm) Depth 5.15 (13 cm). ...
Brass, Bronze
Loetz Oil Spot Glass And Gilt Metal Art Nouveau Compote Vase
By Loetz Glass
Located in Dallas, TX
Loetz Oil Spot Glass And Gilt Metal Art Nouveau Compote Vase Czech Republic Circa. 1900 Art Nouveau Height: 11.75 Inches X Diametter 8.28 inches. Condition: Very Good with wear com...
Metal
French Art Nouveau Pewter Candlestick with a Lady Sculpture, 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Art Nouveau style pewter candlestick with a sculpture of a lady, from circa 1920. An elegant Art Nouveau candle holder depicting a figure of a young and adorable lady, looking...
Pewter
In its sinuous lines and flamboyant curves inspired by the natural world, antique Art Nouveau furniture reflects a desire for freedom from the stuffy social and artistic strictures of the Victorian era. The Art Nouveau movement developed in the decorative arts in France and Britain in the early 1880s and quickly became a dominant aesthetic style in Western Europe and the United States.
ORIGINS OF ART NOUVEAU FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF ART NOUVEAU FURNITURE DESIGN
ART NOUVEAU FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ANTIQUE ART NOUVEAU FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
Art Nouveau — which spanned furniture, architecture, jewelry and graphic design — can be easily identified by its lush, flowing forms suggested by flowers and plants, as well as the lissome tendrils of sea life. Although Art Deco and Art Nouveau were both in the forefront of turn-of-the-20th-century design, they are very different styles — Art Deco is marked by bold, geometric shapes while Art Nouveau incorporates dreamlike, floral motifs. The latter’s signature motif is the "whiplash" curve — a deep, narrow, dynamic parabola that appears as an element in everything from chair arms to cabinetry and mirror frames.
The visual vocabulary of Art Nouveau was particularly influenced by the soft colors and abstract images of nature seen in Japanese art prints, which arrived in large numbers in the West after open trade was forced upon Japan in the 1860s. Impressionist artists were moved by the artistic tradition of Japanese woodblock printmaking, and Japonisme — a term used to describe the appetite for Japanese art and culture in Europe at the time — greatly informed Art Nouveau.
The Art Nouveau style quickly reached a wide audience in Europe via advertising posters, book covers, illustrations and other work by such artists as Aubrey Beardsley, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and Alphonse Mucha. While all Art Nouveau designs share common formal elements, different countries and regions produced their own variants.
In Scotland, the architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh developed a singular, restrained look based on scale rather than ornament; a style best known from his narrow chairs with exceedingly tall backs, designed for Glasgow tea rooms. Meanwhile in France, Hector Guimard — whose iconic 1896 entry arches for the Paris Metro are still in use — and Louis Majorelle produced chairs, desks, bed frames and cabinets with sweeping lines and rich veneers.
The Art Nouveau movement was known as Jugendstil ("Youth Style") in Germany, and in Austria the designers of the Vienna Secession group — notably Koloman Moser, Josef Hoffmann and Joseph Maria Olbrich — produced a relatively austere iteration of the Art Nouveau style, which mixed curving and geometric elements.
Art Nouveau revitalized all of the applied arts. Ceramists such as Ernest Chaplet and Edmond Lachenal created new forms covered in novel and rediscovered glazes that produced thick, foam-like finishes. Bold vases, bowls and lighting designs in acid-etched and marquetry cameo glass by Émile Gallé and the Daum Freres appeared in France, while in New York the glass workshop-cum-laboratory of Louis Comfort Tiffany — the core of what eventually became a multimedia decorative-arts manufactory called Tiffany Studios — brought out buoyant pieces in opalescent favrile glass.
Jewelry design was revolutionized, as settings, for the first time, were emphasized as much as, or more than, gemstones. A favorite Art Nouveau jewelry motif was insects (think of Tiffany, in his famed Dragonflies glass lampshade).
Like a mayfly, Art Nouveau was short-lived. The sensuous, languorous style fell out of favor early in the 20th century, deemed perhaps too light and insubstantial for European tastes in the aftermath of World War I. But as the designs on 1stDibs demonstrate, Art Nouveau retains its power to fascinate and seduce.
There are ways to tastefully integrate a touch of Art Nouveau into even the most modern interior — browse an extraordinary collection of original antique Art Nouveau furniture on 1stDibs, which includes decorative objects, seating, tables, garden elements and more.
Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with antique and vintage decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style.
Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.
Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation: Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?
Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”
To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.