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Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.
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Brass jewelry dish in Jugendstil (Art Nouveau) style, made in Germany, dating to 1950–1960, 13.5 cm high, 9.5 cm wide, 4 cm deep, in excellent condition.
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Refined Jugendstil (Art Nouveau) Brass Jewelry Dish, c. 1900
A beautifully modelled small brass bowl from the classic Jugendstil period around 1900. The piece displays characteristic Art Nouveau relief decoration with flowing forms that seem to flow naturally across the surface. The composition is balanced, elegant, and clearly designed rather than purely functional.
The bowl is crafted from solid brass of good weight and quality, with a warm golden patina that has developed naturally over more than a century.
This is an ideal object for display in a vitrine, on a console table, or as part of a curated Art Nouveau or Jugendstil collection. It also works beautifully as a decorative dish for jewellery, cufflinks, or other small treasures.
Historical & cultural context
Jugendstil, the German and Austrian expression of Art Nouveau, flourished roughly between 1895 and 1915. Designers sought to dissolve the boundary between fine art and applied art, resulting in everyday objects that were both functional and sculptural. Brass vessels like this were commonly found in middle- and upper-class interiors, often displayed alongside contemporary ceramics, glass, and textiles in a harmonious decorative ensemble.
Dimensions (height × width × depth)
13.5 × 9.5 × 4 cm (height × width × depth)
Condition report
In excellent antique condition
No cracks, breaks, or structural damage
Stable form, no warping
Attractive natural patina consistent with age
Cleaned and ready for display
Provenance
From a private European collection.
Seller's Story
We are a passionate team of skilled collectors dedicated to sourcing truly unique and rare vintage pieces. On Catawiki, we showcase only our finest finds. Carefully curated, lovingly selected, and offered with the lowest possible shipping rates as a service to our buyers.
Every item is professionally packed the very next day and shipped via registered mail for a safe and reliable delivery.
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Refined Jugendstil (Art Nouveau) Brass Jewelry Dish, c. 1900
A beautifully modelled small brass bowl from the classic Jugendstil period around 1900. The piece displays characteristic Art Nouveau relief decoration with flowing forms that seem to flow naturally across the surface. The composition is balanced, elegant, and clearly designed rather than purely functional.
The bowl is crafted from solid brass of good weight and quality, with a warm golden patina that has developed naturally over more than a century.
This is an ideal object for display in a vitrine, on a console table, or as part of a curated Art Nouveau or Jugendstil collection. It also works beautifully as a decorative dish for jewellery, cufflinks, or other small treasures.
Historical & cultural context
Jugendstil, the German and Austrian expression of Art Nouveau, flourished roughly between 1895 and 1915. Designers sought to dissolve the boundary between fine art and applied art, resulting in everyday objects that were both functional and sculptural. Brass vessels like this were commonly found in middle- and upper-class interiors, often displayed alongside contemporary ceramics, glass, and textiles in a harmonious decorative ensemble.
Dimensions (height × width × depth)
13.5 × 9.5 × 4 cm (height × width × depth)
Condition report
In excellent antique condition
No cracks, breaks, or structural damage
Stable form, no warping
Attractive natural patina consistent with age
Cleaned and ready for display
Provenance
From a private European collection.
Seller's Story
We are a passionate team of skilled collectors dedicated to sourcing truly unique and rare vintage pieces. On Catawiki, we showcase only our finest finds. Carefully curated, lovingly selected, and offered with the lowest possible shipping rates as a service to our buyers.
Every item is professionally packed the very next day and shipped via registered mail for a safe and reliable delivery.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. We are always happy to help.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Jugendstil
Title additional information
Jewelry Dish
Country of Origin
Germany
Material
Brass
Style
Art Nouveau
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
13.5 cm
Width
9.5 cm
Depth
4 cm
Estimated Period
1950-1960
