Art Nouveau Silver Jardinière with Cut Glass Liner by Wolfers Frères, Brussels, 1890s

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Elegant silver jardinière in elliptical basic form on four feet with rocaille decoration, straight vertical wall with regular openings in … Read more Elegant silver jardinière in elliptical basic form on four feet with rocaille decoration, straight vertical wall with regular openings in the form of curved bands in the upper area, below curved relief bands with rocaille elements above the feet, large rocaille panels in the middle of the long sides, delicate curved volute and rocaille handles raised in pairs on the sides. Matching glass insert with facet cut and stone decoration on the upper rim overhanging the silver vessel, as well as a large cut bottom-star. Total Dimensions: height: 11,7 cm / 4.60 in width: 38,0 cm / 14.96 in depth: 20,0 cm / 7.87 in silver weight: 760 grams / 24.43 troy oz Hallmarks: Crescent + Crown - German official hallmark from 1888 800 - fineness 3 Stars in triangle - Master's sign WOLFERS FRÈRES Founded in 1850 by Louis Wolfers in Brussels, Belgium His son Philippe, the most colourful of the Wolfers, learns the trade and business from his father and, after completing his studies at the art academy in Brussels, becomes responsible for the artistic aspects of the company. 1873 Visit to the World Exhibition in Vienna, until the 1880s works in the Neo-Rococo style, around 1900 he creates unique, imaginative Art Nouveau jewelry and objects, for which he achieves great recognition. Production for Belgium and Germany Condition: very well maintained, silver cleaned and polished, glass insert undamaged This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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