Antique French Art Nouveau Two-Tier Brass/Marble Plant Stand

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An alluring French tiered plant stand originating during the famous Art Nouveau period between the years 1890-1910. Born in France … Read more An alluring French tiered plant stand originating during the famous Art Nouveau period between the years 1890-1910. Born in France at the turn of the late 19th/early 20th century, finely crafted, finished in extravagant Louis XV taste, constructed from an immensely hearty brass that creates ample durability and vividly portrays an intricate amount of detail to the romantic silhouette and elegant design of this fine quality antique. Artfully situating the exquisite inset marble top framed by intricate patinated gilt brass acanthus leaf adorned openwork ornamentation, supported by curvaceous long bombe form brass legs, joined by central stretcher lower tier shelf with sophisticated ornamentation.

Ideal size and proportions for a variety of uses, including as a Guéridon, side table, eteage, decorative object display, sculpture pedestal, two tier whatnot, or even bedside as a nightstand to name just a few. A simply stunning example, sure to add a dramatic touch of luxurious elegance to any space!

Part of the late Victorian era, Art Nouveau is characterized by its use of a long, sinuous, organic line and was employed most often in architecture, interior design, jewelry and glass design, posters, and illustration. Crafted with flowing brass legs, appealing marble top and originating to support plant life in the interior of a French home this plant stand captures the delightful essence that was the famous but short lived Nouveau style. See less