Victor Saglier - Vase - Gilt bronze






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Art Nouveau vase made of glass and ormolu, signed Victor Saglier, circa 1890 in France, with amber-coloured glass and gold-bronze detailing, dimensions 21.5 x 8.5 x 6 cm and weight 4 kg, in good condition given its age.
Description from the seller
Vase, glass and ormolu, signed Victor Saglier, Art Nouveau, circa 1890- France
Materials: Glass and ormolu
Author / Designer: Victor Saglier
Period: 1890s
Country of origin: France
Good condition for its age and use
Dimensions: 21.5 x 8.5 x 6 cm.
Wonderful Art Nouveau vase, made by Victor Saglier. The vase features an oval body slightly flattened at the sides, crafted in amber-colored granulated glass and decorations made with gilded bronze or ormolu, inspired by nature and typical of Art Nouveau. At the top, the decoration sits in a metal band where different vegetal motifs are engraved. At the bottom, the piece has a base with reliefs of leaves, branches and lilies. The Saglier signature, composed of the artist’s initials and a small boat, is engraved on the base of the piece.
Victor Saglier (1809-1894)
Renowned French goldsmith and ceramic artist who developed his artistic career in the late 19th century. His pieces are a combination of glass and metals that allowed him to create vegetal and fantastical motifs typical of Art Nouveau. He worked with artists such as Louis Majorelle and Emile Gallé.
The shipment of the product will be paid by the buyer depending on the dimensions, weight and destination. Shipping costs include professional, custom-made packing; and personalized shipping, with tracking number and warranty. The buyer will be responsible for paying import duties and associated taxes in the destination country, if any. Please note the seller’s disclaimer regarding possible customs charges, as they are charged in the destination country and the amount to be paid is determined by that country’s customs. If an export permit is required, the costs are borne by the buyer. The cost depends progressively on the value of the work to be exported.
Seller's Story
Vase, glass and ormolu, signed Victor Saglier, Art Nouveau, circa 1890- France
Materials: Glass and ormolu
Author / Designer: Victor Saglier
Period: 1890s
Country of origin: France
Good condition for its age and use
Dimensions: 21.5 x 8.5 x 6 cm.
Wonderful Art Nouveau vase, made by Victor Saglier. The vase features an oval body slightly flattened at the sides, crafted in amber-colored granulated glass and decorations made with gilded bronze or ormolu, inspired by nature and typical of Art Nouveau. At the top, the decoration sits in a metal band where different vegetal motifs are engraved. At the bottom, the piece has a base with reliefs of leaves, branches and lilies. The Saglier signature, composed of the artist’s initials and a small boat, is engraved on the base of the piece.
Victor Saglier (1809-1894)
Renowned French goldsmith and ceramic artist who developed his artistic career in the late 19th century. His pieces are a combination of glass and metals that allowed him to create vegetal and fantastical motifs typical of Art Nouveau. He worked with artists such as Louis Majorelle and Emile Gallé.
The shipment of the product will be paid by the buyer depending on the dimensions, weight and destination. Shipping costs include professional, custom-made packing; and personalized shipping, with tracking number and warranty. The buyer will be responsible for paying import duties and associated taxes in the destination country, if any. Please note the seller’s disclaimer regarding possible customs charges, as they are charged in the destination country and the amount to be paid is determined by that country’s customs. If an export permit is required, the costs are borne by the buyer. The cost depends progressively on the value of the work to be exported.
