Vases from Julius Dressler, Bohemia, 1920s, Set of 2

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Pair of Art Nouveau-style vases in majolica ceramic with polychrome glazes, creating a dripping and iridescent effect.
They were produced … Read more Pair of Art Nouveau-style vases in majolica ceramic with polychrome glazes, creating a dripping and iridescent effect.
They were produced by the Julius Dressler Manufactory in the town of Biela, Bohemia, at the beginning of the 20th century (probably around 1920).
Their design is strongly influenced by the Art Nouveau and Secessionist movements, with relief decorations reminiscent of stylized plant motifs and organic forms. There are also side openings in the lower part.
The mark, visible under the base of each vase, includes a tower with the initials “JDB” (for Julius Dressler Biela) and the word “Austria.”
Condition: one vase has two chips and wear to the polychrome; the other has a few chips and small cracks in the glaze (see photos of details).
Dimensions: height 43 cm, diameter 25 cm
Weight: 4,608 g and 4,057 g

The Julius Dressler Manufactory was a renowned ceramics factory operating in Biela, Bohemia (then part of Austria-Hungary, now the Czech Republic), which operated from the late 19th century until the end of World War II.
The company gained international fame for its Art Nouveau ceramics (also known as Jugendstil or Viennese Secession), produced mainly in the early 1900s. Its production included high-quality majolica, faience, and porcelain, often characterized by polychrome glazes, matte finishes, and floral designs in relief.
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