Jardinière - Brass

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Annick van Itallie
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Selected by Annick van Itallie

Graduated in art history with over 25 years' experience in antiques and applied arts appraisal.

Estimate  € 150 - € 200
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Description from the seller

This mid-20th-century planter embodies perfectly the glamorous and theatrical spirit of Hollywood Regency style, where shiny materials, chromatic contrasts, and nods to classical luxury are reinterpreted with a modern, decorative flair. The piece combines a central body of patinated copper, with a surface rich in nuances — greens, blues, ochres and iridescent tones that blend organically — with upper and lower trim in polished brass, whose warm sheen provides a sophisticated and luminous counterpoint. That dialogue between the metal’s living patina and the brass’s golden finish is one of the most characteristic features of the style, always attentive to the blend of the antique and the theatrical set-piece.

The cylindrical body rises on a slightly flared base that gives stability and presence, while on one side there is a small ornamental brass applique in the shape of a leaf, crafted in brass, introducing a subtle yet deliberate decorative detail. The piece has that air of a decorative object meant for elegant interiors, where the greenery becomes part of the visual spectacle and the container takes as much protagonism as the plant it houses.

The combination of metals, artistic patina, and the clean yet ornamented design place this planter within the Hollywood Regency aesthetic of the mid-century, where luxury is expressed through shiny materials, balanced forms, and a taste for the exotic and the theatrical. It is a piece that adds character, color, and a touch of retro sophistication to any space.

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This mid-20th-century planter embodies perfectly the glamorous and theatrical spirit of Hollywood Regency style, where shiny materials, chromatic contrasts, and nods to classical luxury are reinterpreted with a modern, decorative flair. The piece combines a central body of patinated copper, with a surface rich in nuances — greens, blues, ochres and iridescent tones that blend organically — with upper and lower trim in polished brass, whose warm sheen provides a sophisticated and luminous counterpoint. That dialogue between the metal’s living patina and the brass’s golden finish is one of the most characteristic features of the style, always attentive to the blend of the antique and the theatrical set-piece.

The cylindrical body rises on a slightly flared base that gives stability and presence, while on one side there is a small ornamental brass applique in the shape of a leaf, crafted in brass, introducing a subtle yet deliberate decorative detail. The piece has that air of a decorative object meant for elegant interiors, where the greenery becomes part of the visual spectacle and the container takes as much protagonism as the plant it houses.

The combination of metals, artistic patina, and the clean yet ornamented design place this planter within the Hollywood Regency aesthetic of the mid-century, where luxury is expressed through shiny materials, balanced forms, and a taste for the exotic and the theatrical. It is a piece that adds character, color, and a touch of retro sophistication to any space.

Certified shipping and careful packaging.

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Details

Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
France
Material
Brass
Style
Mid-century modern
Colour
Gold
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
25 cm
Width
25 cm
Depth
25 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
SpainVerified
2852
Objects sold
90.46%
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