Western European Art Glass and Ceramics

Vase depicting lilies

    Vase depicting lilies

    France, Nancy

    Circa 1910

    Daum Freres manufactory

    Glass; acid etching, wheel engraving, cameo glass

    Height 40 cm

    Signed: DAUM NANCY FRANCE

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    The Art Nouveau vase features an elegant, elongated conical shape (soliflore) set upon a flaring circular foot. The slender, graceful body gently widens toward the top, culminating in a softly rounded rim. The color scheme is built upon smooth gradient transitions. The lower section of the vase and the base are crafted from a deep, nearly opaque dark brown (almost black) glass. The middle of the body smoothly transitions into warm honey-yellow, amber, and soft orange hues, creating an internal glowing effect. The upper edge of the rim is shaded with a muted burgundy-purple color. The centerpiece of the composition is a delicate lily blossom on a slender stem with narrow leaves. The leaves and stem originate from the dark base of the vase, reaching upward. The bud itself opens at the widest part of the body, drawing immediate attention with its rich, wine-red petals.

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