Western European Art Glass and Ceramics

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

    Gallé Émile manufactory

    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).

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    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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