Decorative tray - France - E. Herzig

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Art Nouveau bronze tray from the early 20th century (1900–1910), solid gilt bronze, oval concave form, by E. Herzig, France, 15.5 cm W x 8.5 cm D x 1.5 cm H, in very good condition with light signs of wear and age.

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Art Nouveau (Stile liberty) vintage bronze tray signed E. Harzvig

Elegant pocket tray/jewelry holder from the era in solid bronze, crafted to the refined taste of Art Nouveau.

At the center of the composition dominates the eagle in flight, depicted with wings fully spread and facing the rising sun.
Around the figure wind-swept clouds unfold, creating a suggestive sense of movement and depth.

The relief work allows the light to highlight the different surfaces of the bronze, bringing out the eagle's plumage, the clouds, and the details of the composition.

CHARACTERISTICS

• Era: early 20th century
• Style: Art Nouveau / Liberty Style
• Material: gilded solid bronze
• Type: valet tray / desk trinket tray
• Form: oval, concave half-shell
• Decoration: bas-relief with outstretched-wing eagle, rising sun and clouds
• Author: Edouard Harzig
• Intended use: decorative object for a table or desk

Art Nouveau (Stile liberty) vintage bronze tray signed E. Harzvig

Elegant pocket tray/jewelry holder from the era in solid bronze, crafted to the refined taste of Art Nouveau.

At the center of the composition dominates the eagle in flight, depicted with wings fully spread and facing the rising sun.
Around the figure wind-swept clouds unfold, creating a suggestive sense of movement and depth.

The relief work allows the light to highlight the different surfaces of the bronze, bringing out the eagle's plumage, the clouds, and the details of the composition.

CHARACTERISTICS

• Era: early 20th century
• Style: Art Nouveau / Liberty Style
• Material: gilded solid bronze
• Type: valet tray / desk trinket tray
• Form: oval, concave half-shell
• Decoration: bas-relief with outstretched-wing eagle, rising sun and clouds
• Author: Edouard Harzig
• Intended use: decorative object for a table or desk

Details

Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
E. Herzig
Material
Bronze
Designer/artist/maker
E. Herzig
Country of origin
France
Style
Art Nouveau
Colour
Gold
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
1.5 cm
Width
15.5 cm
Depth
8.5 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910
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