Lidded vase - Bronze - Bronze urn with lid
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Bronze Art Nouveau urn with lid from France, dating ca. 1910–1920, approximately 27 cm high, 14 cm wide, top diameter 10 cm, weight about 1.68 kg, featuring ring handles with animal heads and oak leaf motifs, with patina and minor wear.
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Antique Art Nouveau Bronze Cinerary Urn with Lid / Decorative Vase from Bronze – France around 1910–1920
For sale is an exceptionally decorative Art Nouveau cremation urn with lid, made of bronze or bronze-plated cast metal, presumably of French origin and dating to around 1910–1920.
The artistically designed object captivates with its detailed craftsmanship, featuring plastic grapevines, oaks leaves and acorns, as well as two striking ring handles shaped as expressive animal heads. The combination of nature-inspired ornamentation and symbolic elements is typical of French Art Nouveau at the turn of the century.
The urn rests on a richly adorned stand and is highly representative both as a solitary piece and in a collection of historical art and decor objects.
Measurements and weight:
Height: approx. 27 cm
Width: approx. 14 cm
Top diameter: approx. 10 cm
Base diameter: approx. 8.5 cm
Weight: approx. 1,680 g
Condition:
Signs of use and age-related patina present, which emphasize the historic character of the piece. Please note the photos; they are part of the description and show the actual condition.
Special features:
Original Art Nouveau object
Probably France, around 1910–1920
High-quality plastic-like design
Decorative lid with acorn and leaf ornamentation
Ring handles with extraordinary animal-head motifs
Pleasant age-related patina
Collector's and decorative object with high display value
A rare and characterful piece of the European Art Nouveau era, which impresses with its extraordinary design and high craftsmanship.
Antique Art Nouveau Bronze Cinerary Urn with Lid / Decorative Vase from Bronze – France around 1910–1920
For sale is an exceptionally decorative Art Nouveau cremation urn with lid, made of bronze or bronze-plated cast metal, presumably of French origin and dating to around 1910–1920.
The artistically designed object captivates with its detailed craftsmanship, featuring plastic grapevines, oaks leaves and acorns, as well as two striking ring handles shaped as expressive animal heads. The combination of nature-inspired ornamentation and symbolic elements is typical of French Art Nouveau at the turn of the century.
The urn rests on a richly adorned stand and is highly representative both as a solitary piece and in a collection of historical art and decor objects.
Measurements and weight:
Height: approx. 27 cm
Width: approx. 14 cm
Top diameter: approx. 10 cm
Base diameter: approx. 8.5 cm
Weight: approx. 1,680 g
Condition:
Signs of use and age-related patina present, which emphasize the historic character of the piece. Please note the photos; they are part of the description and show the actual condition.
Special features:
Original Art Nouveau object
Probably France, around 1910–1920
High-quality plastic-like design
Decorative lid with acorn and leaf ornamentation
Ring handles with extraordinary animal-head motifs
Pleasant age-related patina
Collector's and decorative object with high display value
A rare and characterful piece of the European Art Nouveau era, which impresses with its extraordinary design and high craftsmanship.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Jugendstil
Title additional information
Bronze urn with lid
Country of origin
France
Material
Bronze
Style
Art Nouveau
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
27 cm
Width
14 cm
Depth
10 cm
Estimated period
1910-1920
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