Art Deco Glass and Metal Fruit Bowl, France, 1920s

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France / 1920 / Fruit Bowl / glass and metal / Art Deco

A refined example of early French Art … Read more France / 1920 / Fruit Bowl / glass and metal / Art Deco

A refined example of early French Art Deco craftsmanship, this 1920 fruit bowl, beautifully unites sculptural metalwork with luminous pressed glass. Designed at a moment when French decorative arts were shifting toward modernity, the piece captures the movement’s characteristic blend of geometry, stylization, and elegant material contrast.

The bowl features a radiant green glass dish with a starburst motif at its center, a pattern that catches and refracts light with crystalline precision. Its crisp, symmetrical design reflects the Art Deco fascination with order, clarity, and the decorative potential of industrial techniques. Surrounding the glass is an ornate metal frame, richly worked with stylized roses and curling foliage. The sculpted blossoms, positioned at opposite ends, lend the piece a romantic yet modern rhythm, nature distilled into a decorative language of clean lines and bold silhouettes.

The interplay between the cool translucence of the glass and the dark patinated metal creates a striking visual harmony, making the bowl as compelling empty as it is functional. Originally intended as a centerpiece for a dining table or sideboard, it now stands as a collectible object that embodies the refinement and optimism of the interwar years.

Whether used to display fruit, serve as a decorative accent, or anchor a curated Art Deco vignette, this model 44049 bowl offers a timeless blend of craftsmanship, elegance, and historical charm. See less