Pewter Decorative Objects

Early Pewter Vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. A fine detail for a beautiful place. * Oval pewter vase * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: 1522 * Year: 1918-1929 * Condit...

A rare small pewter vase in a split floral design. Designed and manufactured by Just Andersen in Denmark during the 1930s. Imprinted to its base: Just, Danmark. A great and original ...

French Art Nouveau Inkwell by Pierre-Adrien Dalpayrat, France, circa 1890. A rare and exquisite Art Nouveau inkwell by renowned French ceramist Pierre-Adrien Dalpayrat (1844–1910). This finely crafted piece showcases Dalpayrat’s signature red copper-glazed stoneware, especially rich and luminous near the base. Elegantly mounted in pewter, the design exemplifies the organic flow and refined detail of the Art Nouveau period. Dimensions: Height: 3.54 in. (9 cm) Diameter: 5.12 in. (13 cm) Materials: Stoneware with pewter mount Condition: Excellent+++++, museum-quality preservation Markings: Incised signature "Dalpayrat 1500" under the base (see photo) This inkwell is a collectible example of French ceramic art at the turn of the century—perfect for collectors of Art Nouveau, 19th-century French ceramics, or the works of Dalpayrat. Adrien Dalpayrat (1844–1910): A Pioneer of French Ceramic Innovation Adrien Dalpayrat was a French ceramicist and researcher who played a key role in the revival of stoneware at the end of the 19th century. Born in 1844 in Limoges, Dalpayrat studied drawing and porcelain painting in his hometown before beginning his professional career at the Jules Vieillard faience factory in Bordeaux. There, he met his wife, Marie Tallerie, with whom he had two sons—Albert and Adolphe—who would later become his primary collaborators. Throughout his early career, Dalpayrat worked for several major ceramic manufacturers, including Ashwin (Valentine), Fouquet (Toulouse), François Blanc (Monaco), and Léon Sazerat (Limoges). In 1889, seeking greater independence, he moved to the Paris region and established his own studio in Bourg-la-Reine. Collaborations and Artistic Evolution Dalpayrat’s creative vision expanded through his collaboration with sculptor Alphonse Voisin-Delacroix. Together, they explored neo-Gothic and Palissy-inspired motifs, creating a remarkable ceramic bestiary. Following Voisin-Delacroix’s death in 1893, Dalpayrat partnered with Adèle Lesbros, which marked a shift in his work toward simpler, more refined vase forms influenced by Japonism. Japanese art had been introduced to France during the 1867 Universal Exhibition, but it wasn’t until the 1878 Exhibition, particularly through the ceremonial stoneware used in the Japanese tea ceremony, that Japonism truly captivated French artists. This influence led Dalpayrat to create vessels with organic, vegetal, and animal-inspired forms. Technical Mastery: The Secrets of Copper Red Among all the ceramists of his time who sought to replicate the elusive Chinese “sang de boeuf” (oxblood) glaze, Adrien Dalpayrat was arguably the most successful. He didn’t simply reproduce the legendary copper red—he transformed it. By manipulating glaze thickness, firing temperature, atmosphere, and copper oxide content, he developed a unique palette of flamed and mottled red glazes that became his signature: the renowned Dalpayrat red. He further enriched his pieces by introducing streaks and inclusions of turquoise, blue, green, and yellow—freeing the red glaze from monochromy and turning it into an expressive, living surface. His work pushed stoneware beyond function into expressive art, merging form and glaze in bold, sculptural harmony. Beyond Ceramics: Bronze Mounts and Architectural Works Dalpayrat also collaborated with renowned jewelers such as Ernest Cardeilhac and Keller to produce pieces mounted in gilt bronze, blending ceramics with decorative arts at the highest level. In an effort to make his work more accessible, he opened a second faience workshop focused on simpler, more affordable pieces inspired by Nevers and Rouen ware. However, this venture faced financial difficulties and closed by 1900. The main family studio followed in 1906 as the popularity of Art Nouveau declined. Dalpayrat then returned to Limoges, devoting his final years to painting and drawing until his death in 1910. Legacy and Recognition Despite financial struggles during his lifetime, Dalpayrat’s ceramics were widely acclaimed at major international exhibitions: Bronze medal, World's Columbian Exposition, Chicago (1893) Silver medal, Antwerp International Exhibition (1894) Gold medal, Exposition Universelle, Paris (1900) Today, his work is part of prestigious museum collections. In 2020, the Petit Palais in Paris acquired a large bird motif vase created in collaboration with Voisin-Delacroix, now on view in Room...

Elegant Conical Pewter Vase made by Just Andersen in the 1950s. * Conical pewter vase on foot * Manufacturer: Just Andersen * Style: 2573 * Year: 1952 * Condition: Good condition. ...

Elegant Round Pewter Vase made by Just Andersen in the 1930s. * Round pewter vase with lugs * Designer: Just Andersen * Style: 1662 (stamped ‘Just 1662’) * Year: 1933 * Condition: F...

This pewter jar in all its simplicity is a typical piece for the late 1920s early 1930s Swedish modern era. The jar is made with pattern on each side and the lit with a horse. Inside...

Elegant pewter vase made by Guldsmedsaktiebolaget (GAB), Sweden, in 1933. Well-proportioned drop-shaped body with a narrow neck and flared rim, adorned with two decorative handles. ...

Pewter Bowl on Legs designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. A fine little piece for an exquisite place. * Hammered Pewter bowl on four legs * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: 431 * ...

Exquisite Pewter Jardinière on Floral Foot designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. * Oval pewter jardinière on floral foot * Designer: Just Andersen * Style: 1279 * Year: 1918-19...

Elegante Pewter Flower Vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1930s. * Litte curvy pewter vase * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: 2319 * Year: 1938 * Condition: Good vintage conditi...

Set of Pewter Wall Candle Sconces made by Svensk Tenn. A fine duo for a beautiful home. * Pair (2) of Pewter Wall Candlestick Holders * Manufacturer: Svenskt Tenn * Year: est. 1930...

Designed by celebrated Swedish industrial designer Folke Arström for GAB Tenn, this sculptural pewter vase exemplifies the elegance of Scandinavian modernism. Dated 1937 (stamped GAB...

Pedestal Pewter Bowl designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. A beautiful piece for an exquisite place. * Pewter bowl on foot * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: 1305 * Year: 1918-19...

This exceptional pewter vase is a rare and highly collectible work by Folke Arström, one of Sweden’s most influential 20th-century designers. Created 1931 (E8) for the prestigious Gu...

Pewter Vase made by Just Andersen in 1952. An elegant piece for a beautiful place. * Drop-shaped pewter vase with vertical lines * Manufacturer: Just Andersen * Style: 2642 * Year: ...

Set of Pewter Candle Holders made by Just Andersen in 1950s. A fine set for a beautiful table. * Pair of Pewter Candlestick Holders fit for two candles * Manufacturer: Just Anders...

Just Andersen, Denmark 1930s Art Deco pewter stylised squirrel vide poche Circa 1930's Stamped and numbered 8291 on base Diameter 7 inch, Height 2.5 inch Remarkably good conditio...

Elegant Art Nouveau Pewter Candleholders designed by Ernest Swedbom in the 1930s. * Set (2) of pewter candlestick holders. * Manufacturer: Ernst Swedbom * Country: Sweden * Year: 1...

This impressive candleholder is a striking reproduction of a design by the renowned Austrian architect and designer Joseph Maria Olbrich, produced by Kayserzinn in the 1980s. Crafted...

Art Deco Dual-Pipe Pewter Vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. An exquisite piece in good vintage condition. * Pewter vase with dual mouth-piece * Designer: Just Andersen *...

A beautiful lidded pewter box with amazing patina. Swedish Grace. Made by CG Hallberg, Sweden, 1929. Good condition, with some scratches and scuffs. Stamped with makers mark, 'SVENS...

Exquisite Pedestal Pewter Vase designed by Just Andersen in 1930. * Pedestal pewter vase with a mermaid * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufacture: GAB Sweden * Style: 1132 * Year: 1...

Set of Pewter Wall Candle Sconces designed by Just Andersen in 1920s. A rare, exquisite duo for beautiful place. * Pair (2) of pewter wall candlestick holders * Designer: Just Ande...

Collection of Lidded Pewter Containers designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. A exquisite collection for a beautiful place. * Six (6) different pewter boxes with lids * Designer: ...

Elegant set of Pewter Boxes designed by Arne Erkers for Just Andersen in the 1950s. * Two (2) lidded boxes in pewter with wooden inner boxes. Originally cigarette boxes. * Designer...

A pewter vase designed and produced in Sweden, 1935.  With text and decorative engraving.

Pedestal Pewter Bowl designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. A truly elegant piece. * Pedestal pewter bowl on foot with delicate embossings. * Designer: Just Andersen * Style: 813 *...

Bottle-shaped Pewter Vase designed by Ellen Schlanbush for Just Andersen in the 1950s. An elegant piece for a beautiful place. * Little square bottle-shaped pewter vase * Designer: ...

Elegant Pewter Vases designed by Just Andersen in 1930s. * Set (2) of tall cannellated pewter vases on round flower-shaped foot * Designer: Just Andersen * Manufacturer: Just Ander...

WMF Art Nouveau Jugendstil pewter photograph frame, Germany C.1900, WMF. Ref No 90 page 304 WMF 1906 catalogue. WMF marks B 1/0 beehive B and export mark. Overall measurements: 8 3/4...

A small pewter vase designed and produced by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1930s. Dimensions: 2” H x 1.875” diameter  Diameter of opening: .5”

Set of Mirror Wall Candle Sconces made by JL. Hultman, Sweden circa 1930s. A fine duo for a beautiful place. * Pewter wall mirror candlestick ho...

A beautiful pewter figurine of the goose man, a statue in the middle of a water fountain in Nuremberg, Germany. Some wear with a nice patina, but this ...

A pair of Art Nouveau or Secessionist WMF 'Britannia metal' (pewter) and silver plate candle holders. Both marked to the interior of the base 'WMFB' and 'OX'. This finish was used be...

Elegant Swedish Grace Pewter Bowl by Edvin Ollers, 1937 Designed by renowned Swedish designer Edvin Ollers (1888–1959), this elegant pewter bowl captures the refined simplicity an...

Pewter and Brass tray dated 1930 by Ellen V Kajerdt, Sweden. Rectangular shape with an engraved image at the center depiction a hunting scene with a man on a horse with an arrow. Age...

A pair of pewter candlesticks designed and produced by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s. Holds 0.5” diameter candles

Handmade antique tin cup vase. Hammered silver like surface with small spheres decorating the top edge of the organically shaped piece. Stamp under base reads: Dansk Haandarbejde Ti...

Beautiful Pewter bowl by Mabos with Brass details in an organic pattern. Mabos was associated with Firma Svenskt Tenn in the early days when Estrid Ericson founded the design company...

Hammered Pewter Vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. A beautiful piece for an exquisite place. * Round Hammered Pewter Vase with a dove engraved. * Designer: Just Andersen *...

A pewter vase designed by A pewter vase by Edvin Ollers (1888–1959). Narrow cylindrical shape with slightly flared mouth, round indented foot followed by thin stripe decor and decora...

Fluted pewter Just Andersen of Denmark, 1930s Art Deco vide poche The central figure of a kneeling figure bathing has superb detail and patina C...

Decorative Pewter Plate designed by Arne Erkers for Just Andersen in the 1950s. An elegant little piece for a beautiful place. * Curvy pewter plate * Designer: Arne Erkers * Manufa...

A wonderful Horn resting on three hand wrought pewter legs with a tip, collar and lid with hand crafted etching and details. The horn is a compliment to any shelf, console table - a...

Scalloped Pedestal Pewter Bowl made by Just Andersen in the 1920s. A fine piece for a beautiful place. * A round scalloped bowl on foot made in pewter * Designer: Just Andersen * M...

A stunning pewter bowl with brass details and wood handles. Designed by Nils Fougstedt in 1929 and made from 1930 by Firma Svenskt Tenn, Stockholm, Sweden. This vase is made in 2017....

A pewter box designed by Ellen Schlanbusch for Just Andersen in the 1950s. An elegant piece for a beautiful place. * A lidded box in pewter with a wooden inner box. Originally cigar...

Wonderful Art Deco tray made in Sweden. The shape of this tray with bakelite handles is typical for the art deco period. The polished pewter is shaped in a wonderful way to give it a...

Just Andersen, of Denmark 1930s pewter Art Deco vide poche The central figure of a kneeling woman bathing has superb detail and patina Circa 193...

This stunning English Art Deco geometric hand-hammered dinanderie, polished pewter-covered decorative box or tea caddy, was manufactured by A.E. Poston & Company, Birmingham, England...

Italian Pewter and Brass Shell Centerpiece Bowl with Koi and Dolphin Motif, Stamped “Italy”, 20th Century A whimsical and sculptural Italian centerpiece bowl in the manner of Arthur...

Paul Evans Studio Collection of Three Freeform Bowls, 1965 Unique and rare set of cast and patinated bronze, bronze composite, and aluminum examples. Two examples: 3½ h × 11 dia in (...

A very stylish German Jugendstil pewter desk stand and inkwell by renowned makers WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik) and dating from around 1906. The stand comprises of a centr...

Clover or quartreform shaped mid-19th century Chinese canton export tea caddy in gold lacquered wood on a black background. Decorated with palace scenes...

Makers mark engraved on underside. With an ornate leaf-shaped mouth and a geometric brass meander decoration. Dent on backside.

Art Deco vase in Pewter made by Just Andersen in the early 1920s. An exquisite piece of history for a beautiful place. * Pewter vase with ornaments * Manufacturer: Just Andersen * S...

A small pewter vase designed and produced by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1930s.

Swedish Art Deco Pewter, Bakelite, and Brass Lidded Box by GAB, 1935 A refined and elegant lidded box by Guldsmedsaktiebolaget (GAB), Sweden’s premier silversmiths and metalware ma...

Pewter Vase made by Just Andersen in the 1930s. An elegant piece for a beautiful home. * Pewter vase * Designer: Just Andersen * Style: 2004 * Year: 1938 * Condition: Good vintage c...

Set of Exquisite Pewter Wall Candle Sconces designed by Just Andersen in 1920s. * Pair (2) of Pewter Wall Candlestick Holders * Designer: Jus...