Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Cut Crystal & Gilt Copper Dresser Jars, Pair

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This matched pair of Art Nouveau dresser jars was produced in the United States during the early twentieth century. Each … Read more This matched pair of Art Nouveau dresser jars was produced in the United States during the early twentieth century. Each jar combines a richly cut crystal body with a gilt copper lid, originally finished with a gold-toned surface over a copper base. Designed as elegant vanity accessories for storing face powder, cold cream, or other toiletry items, the pair exemplifies the refined decorative arts of the Edwardian and Art Nouveau periods.

The substantial crystal bodies were moulded and subsequently hand-finished with crisp geometric cutting to maximise brilliance and light refraction. Over time, the gilt finish has naturally worn on the copper lids, revealing the warm underlying metal beneath—a characteristic consistent with authentic early twentieth-century examples. The jars are unmarked, which is typical of vanity accessories from this period, many of which originally relied on paper labels or other non-permanent identification.

Offered as a matched pair, these dresser jars retain their original decorative character and are equally suited to period interiors, antique vanities, or collections of Art Nouveau decorative arts. Their combination of cut crystal, gilt copper mounts, and honest age-related patina reflects the craftsmanship and aesthetic of the era.

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Weight: 1.3 lb

Origin: United States

Age: Early 20th Century See less