Large Art Nouveau Silver Centerpiece with Original Glass Insert, 1890s

Description

Festive Art Nouveau silver centrepiece on a high stand, round, stepped fluted base plate, framed by a stylized palmette frieze, … more Festive Art Nouveau silver centrepiece on a high stand, round, stepped fluted base plate, framed by a stylized palmette frieze, supported just above the base by three raised, inwardly curved, upwardly tapering, vertically profiled pilasters, supporting a round, vertically profiled and stepped cornice, the cornice wall also serving as an attachment for the removable, cantilevered, bulbous bowl with elegant humped decoration, smooth, fluted narrowing under the flared, wide mouth rim with palmette relief. Gilding on the inside. Original matching glass bowl. Total dimensions: Height: 37,5 cm / 14.76 in Diameter: 32,0 cm / 12.59 in Silver weight: 1.920 grams / 61.73 troy oz Hallmarks: - Crescent + Crown - German official hallmark from 1888 - 800 - fineness - Rising lion - Master's sign This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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