Early 20th Century Art Déco Crystal and Brass Cookie Jar/Bucket Container With Lid, France

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Early 20th century Art Déco crystal and brass cookie jar/bucket container with lid, France

By: unknown
Material: brass, copper, zinc, … more Early 20th century Art Déco crystal and brass cookie jar/bucket container with lid, France

By: unknown
Material: brass, copper, zinc, metal, glass, crystal, paint, enamel
Technique: molded, cast, painted, metalwork, polished, enameled, cloissoné
Dimensions: 5.5 in x 4 in x 11.5 in
Date: early 20th century
Style: Art Déco
Place of origin: France

This Art Déco cookie serves as a fine example of the elegance of early 20th-century French design. The cylindrical crystal body provides a striking contrast to the gilded brass elements. The lid's intricate ornamentation features a geometric pattern of hexagons and ovals, accented with vibrant blue enamel inlays. A tapered finial crowns the lid, echoing the sleek lines characteristic of the period. The brass handle arches gracefully over the container, its simplicity complementing the ornate lid.

This piece showcases the Art Déco movement's penchant for combining luxurious materials with bold, symmetrical designs. The interplay of transparent crystal and polished brass creates a sophisticated visual harmony, making this cookie jar a refined addition to any collection of decorative arts from this influential design era. less