Vase - Weighted Basis - Silver plated brass - Relief Front

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Constance Rousseau
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Master marquetry craftswoman with 4 years' expert experience. Trainee auctioneer at Sotheby's Paris.

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Art Déco brass urn with a weighted circular base dating to the first half of the 20th century, featuring a central relief frieze and a silvered brass finish.

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This elegant Art Deco amphora-style vase, made during the first half of the twentieth century, stands out for the refined sobriety of its lines and the harmonious combination of smooth surfaces with ornamental relief elements. Its stylized silhouette, with an ascending barrel-shaped body and a short slightly widening neck, reflects the Art Deco movement’s preference for purified geometric forms and balanced proportions.

The piece features a metallic finish in warm golden tones with a patina acquired over time, which adds visual depth and historical authenticity. In the central zone, there is a decorative relief band, conceived as a continuous frieze of stylized vegetal inspiration, whose repetitive motifs provide rhythm and sophistication to the whole. This ornamentation, restrained and symmetrical, integrates perfectly into the decorative language of the decorative arts of the 1920s and 1930s, where elegance was expressed through orderly and clearly structured designs.

The weighted circular base provides notable stability, in addition to reinforcing visually the sense of solidity and verticality of the piece. Its functional conception, together with the decorative quality of the reliefs and the appeal of its aged finish, makes this vase an interesting example of Art Deco decoration, ideal both as an independent ornamental object and to integrate into interiors with vintage, industrial, or eclectic inspiration.

This is a decorative piece with a marked architectural character and sculptural presence, capable of adding a touch of classical elegance and sophistication typical of design from the first half of the twentieth century.

Insured shipping and careful packaging.

Seller's Story

Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner. At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships. But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices. On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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This elegant Art Deco amphora-style vase, made during the first half of the twentieth century, stands out for the refined sobriety of its lines and the harmonious combination of smooth surfaces with ornamental relief elements. Its stylized silhouette, with an ascending barrel-shaped body and a short slightly widening neck, reflects the Art Deco movement’s preference for purified geometric forms and balanced proportions.

The piece features a metallic finish in warm golden tones with a patina acquired over time, which adds visual depth and historical authenticity. In the central zone, there is a decorative relief band, conceived as a continuous frieze of stylized vegetal inspiration, whose repetitive motifs provide rhythm and sophistication to the whole. This ornamentation, restrained and symmetrical, integrates perfectly into the decorative language of the decorative arts of the 1920s and 1930s, where elegance was expressed through orderly and clearly structured designs.

The weighted circular base provides notable stability, in addition to reinforcing visually the sense of solidity and verticality of the piece. Its functional conception, together with the decorative quality of the reliefs and the appeal of its aged finish, makes this vase an interesting example of Art Deco decoration, ideal both as an independent ornamental object and to integrate into interiors with vintage, industrial, or eclectic inspiration.

This is a decorative piece with a marked architectural character and sculptural presence, capable of adding a touch of classical elegance and sophistication typical of design from the first half of the twentieth century.

Insured shipping and careful packaging.

Seller's Story

Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner. At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships. But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices. On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Brass type
Silver plated brass
Title additional information
Relief Front
Country of origin
France
Model
Weighted Basis
Material
Brass
Style
Art Deco
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
36 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
12 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
SpainVerified
3707
Objects sold
91.87%
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