A.E. Chanal (Alice Holbach & Eugène Chanal) - Box - Handcrafted sculptural Art Nouveau snuff box, circa 1905–1915 • France • signed - Tin
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Handcrafted tin Art Nouveau lid box, circa 1900–1910, France, signed by A.E. Chanal (Alice Holbach & Eugène Chanal).
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A.E. Chanal (Alice Holbach & Eugène Chanal)
Rare handcrafted Art Nouveau box, circa 1905–1915
France
Pewter (tin alloy), forged and hammered; hand-engraved signature on the lid and stamped atelier mark on the bottom (A.E. CHANAL).
Sculpturally shaped box with organic rib and vault forms typical of the early Art Nouveau production of the workshop. The plastically constructed lid, with decorative hammering and asymmetrical leaf relief, showcases the characteristic craftsmanship of Chanal: no casting molds, but fully hand-forged with visible blows as part of the final appearance. The combination of engraved signature and punched hallmark indicates small-scale production, typical before the shift to sleeker forms around 1920.
Condition
In authentic condition, with light oxidation and signs of use appropriate for early 20th-century hand-forged pewter.
Biography – Atelier A.E. Chanal
A.E. Chanal was the Parisian studio of Alice Holbach (1872–1951) and Eugène Louis Chanal (1872–1925). The couple produced high-quality, hand-forged objects in tin and copper from around 1900, featuring pronounced organic shapes that reflect French Art Nouveau. After Eugène's death, Holbach continued the studio, gradually shifting the style toward more subdued, early Art Deco forms. Due to their pure handcrafted production and limited editions, Chanal's work is now considered rare and highly collectible within European decorative arts.
Seller's Story
Decaders Gallery – Eindhoven Region, Netherlands
Our passion lies in 20th century applied arts and design, with a particular focus on the Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern periods. But styles from the sixties, seventies and later also attract our attention. Each decade has made a unique contribution to the art world, which our name – *Decaders Gallery* – perfectly reflects.
Thanks to our love for art and design, we present new, special decorative objects every week. In addition, we have a broad interest in Asian art, antiques and collectibles. Our searches throughout Europe have led to a valuable network of like-minded enthusiasts, who help us track down unique finds.
This network has paid off: we are proud to have supplied artworks to renowned museums, including:
**The Netherlands:**
- CODA Museum, Apeldoorn
- Drents Museum, Assen
- National Textile Museum, Tilburg
- National Glass Museum, Leerdam
- Museum 'Amsterdam School' (*'t Schip*), Amsterdam
- PSV Football Museum, Eindhoven
- National War Museum, Overloon
**Belgium:**
- Musée de la Famenne, Marche-en-Famenne
- Museum of Natural Sciences, Belgium
**Spain:**
- Maritime Museum, Barcelona
We warmly invite you to visit our auctions with surprising artworks and follow us on Instagram. Discover your favorite decade at *Decaders Gallery*!
**Marc van der Heijden**
*Decaders Gallery, Netherlands*
Translated by Google TranslateA.E. Chanal (Alice Holbach & Eugène Chanal)
Rare handcrafted Art Nouveau box, circa 1905–1915
France
Pewter (tin alloy), forged and hammered; hand-engraved signature on the lid and stamped atelier mark on the bottom (A.E. CHANAL).
Sculpturally shaped box with organic rib and vault forms typical of the early Art Nouveau production of the workshop. The plastically constructed lid, with decorative hammering and asymmetrical leaf relief, showcases the characteristic craftsmanship of Chanal: no casting molds, but fully hand-forged with visible blows as part of the final appearance. The combination of engraved signature and punched hallmark indicates small-scale production, typical before the shift to sleeker forms around 1920.
Condition
In authentic condition, with light oxidation and signs of use appropriate for early 20th-century hand-forged pewter.
Biography – Atelier A.E. Chanal
A.E. Chanal was the Parisian studio of Alice Holbach (1872–1951) and Eugène Louis Chanal (1872–1925). The couple produced high-quality, hand-forged objects in tin and copper from around 1900, featuring pronounced organic shapes that reflect French Art Nouveau. After Eugène's death, Holbach continued the studio, gradually shifting the style toward more subdued, early Art Deco forms. Due to their pure handcrafted production and limited editions, Chanal's work is now considered rare and highly collectible within European decorative arts.
Seller's Story
Decaders Gallery – Eindhoven Region, Netherlands
Our passion lies in 20th century applied arts and design, with a particular focus on the Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern periods. But styles from the sixties, seventies and later also attract our attention. Each decade has made a unique contribution to the art world, which our name – *Decaders Gallery* – perfectly reflects.
Thanks to our love for art and design, we present new, special decorative objects every week. In addition, we have a broad interest in Asian art, antiques and collectibles. Our searches throughout Europe have led to a valuable network of like-minded enthusiasts, who help us track down unique finds.
This network has paid off: we are proud to have supplied artworks to renowned museums, including:
**The Netherlands:**
- CODA Museum, Apeldoorn
- Drents Museum, Assen
- National Textile Museum, Tilburg
- National Glass Museum, Leerdam
- Museum 'Amsterdam School' (*'t Schip*), Amsterdam
- PSV Football Museum, Eindhoven
- National War Museum, Overloon
**Belgium:**
- Musée de la Famenne, Marche-en-Famenne
- Museum of Natural Sciences, Belgium
**Spain:**
- Maritime Museum, Barcelona
We warmly invite you to visit our auctions with surprising artworks and follow us on Instagram. Discover your favorite decade at *Decaders Gallery*!
**Marc van der Heijden**
*Decaders Gallery, Netherlands*
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Era
1900-2000
Weight
150 g
Country of Origin
France
Material
Tin
Designer/Artist/Maker
A.E. Chanal (Alice Holbach & Eugène Chanal)
Model
Handcrafted sculptural Art Nouveau snuff box, circa 1905–1915 • France • signed
Style
Art Nouveau
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
6 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
10 cm
Estimated Period
1900-1910
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