Vase (jardinière) in the form of two open fans depicting flowers
Vase (jardinière) in the form of two open fans depicting flowers
France, Nancy
Circa 1880–1885
Ceramics; overglaze polychrome painting, glazing
Height: 18.0 cm
Stamped monogram: "E ‡ G" (with a Cross of Lorraine) déposé; signature: Emile Gallé / à Nancy (ornamental four-line inscription in red paint on the base).
A vase (jardinière) designed in the form of two open and crossed fans with molded pleating. The base of the composition is formed by crossed bamboo sticks (handles), tied with a textile ribbon and bow, serving as a structural support stand. On the front, the leaf of the left fan is decorated with a narrative composition against a cream background, depicting a figure in traditional costume and a hat, holding an umbrella and surrounded by blossoming branches. The leaf of the right fan is decorated with a picturesque bouquet of garden and wild flowers with green leaves. The reverse side of the piece features a man in Oriental attire and a hat, standing amidst stylized reeds and pink flowers, holding Chinese lanterns. On this side, the right fan is further adorned with large flower buds and wild grasses.
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