Chandelier - Wrought iron - G.V CROISMARE
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A French Art Nouveau pendant light from circa 1900–1910, with a blown marbled glass bowl on a wrought iron frame, 76 cm high and 35 cm in diameter, one fitting and in excellent condition.
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Rare and elegant French Art Nouveau pendant, made around 1905–1915, featuring a blown, cloudy marbled glass bowl, acid-signed 'G. V. de Croismare'.
The basin features a remarkable marble and cloudy decoration in warm, luminous tones, typical of French Art Nouveau productions from the early 20th century. The diffusion of light is soft and enveloping, highlighting the depth and richness of the glass.
It is associated with a finely worked wrought iron support, decorated with stylized vegetal motifs. The flowing, organic lines of the frame are fully aligned with the naturalist vocabulary of French Art Nouveau.
The acid signature 'G. V. de Croismare,' clearly visible on the glass, serves as a mark of authenticity and gives this suspension particular interest for collectors of signed Art Nouveau lighting fixtures.
Historical context
At the beginning of the 20th century, the Croismare Glassworks actively participated in the revival of French decorative arts, developing a production of artistic glassware and Art Nouveau lighting fixtures characterized by the use of blown marbled and cloudy glasses and a particular focus on the diffusion of light.
G. V. de Croismare, a glassmaker active during this period, produces some of these pieces today sought after for their decorative quality and authenticity.
The glassworks will be subsequently taken over by the Muller brothers, major glassmakers based in Lunéville, but works signed 'G. V. de Croismare', such as the present light fixture, belong to the original production prior to this takeover, independent of Muller Frères.
This suspension thus illustrates a pivotal moment in French Art Nouveau, between regional artisanal tradition and the rise of major artistic manufacturers in the early 20th century.
Features
Materials: marbled blown glass, wrought iron.
Total height: 76 cm
Diameter of the basin: 35 cm
Height of the sink: 12 cm
Period: around 1905–1915
Origin: France
State
Very good overall condition considering the age.
Presence of some superficial scratches from use, visible in the photographs, with no impact on the presentation or the structure.
Rare and elegant French Art Nouveau pendant light, produced circa 1905–1915, featuring a blown marbled and mottled glass bowl, acid-signed “G. V. de Croismare”.
The glass bowl displays a striking marbled and clouded decoration in warm, luminous tones, characteristic of early 20th-century French Art Nouveau glass production. The light diffusion is soft and atmospheric, enhancing the depth and richness of the glass.
It is mounted on a finely handcrafted wrought iron structure, decorated with stylised vegetal motifs. The flowing, organic lines are fully characteristic of the French Art Nouveau aesthetic.
The clearly visible acid-etched signature “G. V. de Croismare” on the glass guarantees authenticity and adds particular appeal for collectors of signed Art Nouveau lighting.
Historical context
In the early 20th century, the Grande Verrerie de Croismare participated in the renewal of French decorative arts, producing artistic glass and lighting distinguished by the use of blown marbled and mottled glass and a refined approach to light diffusion.
G. V. de Croismare, active during this period, signed a number of these works, which are now sought after for their decorative quality and authenticity.
The glassworks was later taken over by the Muller brothers, prominent glassmakers based in Lunéville; however, pieces signed “G. V. de Croismare,” such as the present pendant light, belong to the original production prior to this takeover, independent from Muller Frères.
This pendant light therefore illustrates a pivotal moment in French Art Nouveau, bridging regional artisanal traditions and the rise of major artistic glass manufacturers in the early 20th century.
Details
Materials: blown marbled glass, wrought iron
Total height: 76 cm.
Bowl diameter: 35 cm
Bowl height: 12 cm
Period: circa 1905–1915
Origin: France
Condition
Very good overall condition considering age.
Some minor surface scratches, visible in the photos, consistent with normal wear over time.
Rare and elegant French Art Nouveau pendant, made around 1905–1915, featuring a blown, cloudy marbled glass bowl, acid-signed 'G. V. de Croismare'.
The basin features a remarkable marble and cloudy decoration in warm, luminous tones, typical of French Art Nouveau productions from the early 20th century. The diffusion of light is soft and enveloping, highlighting the depth and richness of the glass.
It is associated with a finely worked wrought iron support, decorated with stylized vegetal motifs. The flowing, organic lines of the frame are fully aligned with the naturalist vocabulary of French Art Nouveau.
The acid signature 'G. V. de Croismare,' clearly visible on the glass, serves as a mark of authenticity and gives this suspension particular interest for collectors of signed Art Nouveau lighting fixtures.
Historical context
At the beginning of the 20th century, the Croismare Glassworks actively participated in the revival of French decorative arts, developing a production of artistic glassware and Art Nouveau lighting fixtures characterized by the use of blown marbled and cloudy glasses and a particular focus on the diffusion of light.
G. V. de Croismare, a glassmaker active during this period, produces some of these pieces today sought after for their decorative quality and authenticity.
The glassworks will be subsequently taken over by the Muller brothers, major glassmakers based in Lunéville, but works signed 'G. V. de Croismare', such as the present light fixture, belong to the original production prior to this takeover, independent of Muller Frères.
This suspension thus illustrates a pivotal moment in French Art Nouveau, between regional artisanal tradition and the rise of major artistic manufacturers in the early 20th century.
Features
Materials: marbled blown glass, wrought iron.
Total height: 76 cm
Diameter of the basin: 35 cm
Height of the sink: 12 cm
Period: around 1905–1915
Origin: France
State
Very good overall condition considering the age.
Presence of some superficial scratches from use, visible in the photographs, with no impact on the presentation or the structure.
Rare and elegant French Art Nouveau pendant light, produced circa 1905–1915, featuring a blown marbled and mottled glass bowl, acid-signed “G. V. de Croismare”.
The glass bowl displays a striking marbled and clouded decoration in warm, luminous tones, characteristic of early 20th-century French Art Nouveau glass production. The light diffusion is soft and atmospheric, enhancing the depth and richness of the glass.
It is mounted on a finely handcrafted wrought iron structure, decorated with stylised vegetal motifs. The flowing, organic lines are fully characteristic of the French Art Nouveau aesthetic.
The clearly visible acid-etched signature “G. V. de Croismare” on the glass guarantees authenticity and adds particular appeal for collectors of signed Art Nouveau lighting.
Historical context
In the early 20th century, the Grande Verrerie de Croismare participated in the renewal of French decorative arts, producing artistic glass and lighting distinguished by the use of blown marbled and mottled glass and a refined approach to light diffusion.
G. V. de Croismare, active during this period, signed a number of these works, which are now sought after for their decorative quality and authenticity.
The glassworks was later taken over by the Muller brothers, prominent glassmakers based in Lunéville; however, pieces signed “G. V. de Croismare,” such as the present pendant light, belong to the original production prior to this takeover, independent from Muller Frères.
This pendant light therefore illustrates a pivotal moment in French Art Nouveau, bridging regional artisanal traditions and the rise of major artistic glass manufacturers in the early 20th century.
Details
Materials: blown marbled glass, wrought iron
Total height: 76 cm.
Bowl diameter: 35 cm
Bowl height: 12 cm
Period: circa 1905–1915
Origin: France
Condition
Very good overall condition considering age.
Some minor surface scratches, visible in the photos, consistent with normal wear over time.
Details
Metal type
Wrought iron
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
G.V CROISMARE
No. of items
1
Material
Glass, Metal
Country of Origin
France
Style
Art Nouveau
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
In Working Order
Yes
Height
76 cm
Diameter
35 cm
Width
35 cm
Depth
76 cm
Height From Hanginglamp Till Ceiling
12 cm
Colour
Multicolour
Number Of Fittings
1
Estimated Period
1900-1910
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