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Art Nouveau Copper Bowl, Nymph in Water, 1910s after Maurice Bouval, Germany

$816.67
£601.48
€680
CA$1,111.02
A$1,234.58
CHF 646.94
MX$15,139.98
NOK 8,251.28
SEK 7,762.51
DKK 5,176.74
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About the Item

Expressive, large and beautifully detailed copper bowl of decent size presenting the nymph Ophelia protruding from the surface of a pond surrounded by waterlilies and iris leaves. Relief decoration with astounding depth. The nymphs long hair flowing into the waves, a pure art nouveau motif after ''Les Nénuphars'' by the famous French sculptor Maurice Bouval. Crafted and marked by Bitter & Gobbers Krefeld, Germany, around 1900-1910. A true rarity in shape, material and size.
  • Creator:
    Bitter & Gobbers Imperial Zinn (Maker)
  • Similar to:
    Maurice Bouval (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.76 in (7 cm)Width: 15.75 in (40 cm)Depth: 10.63 in (27 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Nouveau (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    ca. 1960
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Some older scratches and patina impairment as per images.
  • Seller Location:
    Andernach, DE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8556241818112

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