Description
Emile Gallé - Emile Gallé - Drinking service, Decanters (2)
France - 1890-1919 - Glass
Two extremely rare liquor decanters by Émile Gallé. Only one is signed at the base: “Émile Gallé à Nancy, 2”. Ca. 1872.
With the similar design to those ordered in 1871 by Josephine Bowes, Countess of Montalbo after she discovered Gallé's work at the International Exhibition in London - seen in the book 'Gallé' by the Cultural Ministry for the museum of Luxembourg.
Acid-etched pearl decorations with acid-etched pearl monogram "DE".
In excellent condition. Some slight scratches / signs of wear as shown in pictures.
Decanter size: height: 21 cm, depth: 7 cm
Lot details
- No. of items
- 2
- Object
- Decanters, Drinking service
- Material
- Glass
- Designer/ Artist
- Emile Gallé
- Manufacturer/ Brand
- Emile Gallé
- Style
- Art Nouveau
- Estimated Period
- 1890-1919
- Country of Origin
- France
- Condition
- Excellent condition - barely used with minimal signs of aging & wear
- Dimensions
- 21×7×7 cm