Art Nouveau centerpiece epergne, clear purple glass, silver grey pewter, WMF, Germany, early 20th century
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This Art Nouveau centerpiece epergne, created around 1900 in Germany—most likely by the renowned WMF workshops—exemplifies the refined craftsmanship of the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. The composition is anchored by a matte pewter base in a silvery-grey hue, adorned with organically flowing relief motifs characteristic of the Jugendstil. At the heart of the piece rises a tall, trumpet-shaped vase, harmoniously emerging from a large, undulating dish—both crafted from profiled, hand-blown glass. The glass exhibits a striking gradient: clear at the base, deepening to a rich amethyst purple along the ruffled rim. The overall silhouette is slender and vertical, with the glass elements securely mounted into the metal base, lending the piece both elegance and structural solidity. There are no visible signs of damage, restoration, or wear—condition is excellent, with proportions and decorative details preserved.The centerpiece seems to echo the voice of the Art Nouveau era: the flute-like vase rises above the dish like a stylized flower, while the flowing lines of pewter evoke botanical motifs and a fascination with nature that defined fin-de-siècle artistic sensibility. The shifting tones of glass—ethereal clarity at the base, saturated purple at the edge—recall the play of twilight through leaves. Every detail tells a story of movement and organic inspiration, transforming a utilitarian object into a work of art.This eper
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Height27 cm
Length44 cm
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Length44 cm
Height27 cm
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