Art Nouveau centerpiece, silvered pewter, Kayser, Germany, early 20th c.
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This decorative centerpiece bowl, crafted by the German Kayser manufactory at the beginning of the 20th century, is a remarkable example of Art Nouveau design. With its elongated, elliptical profile and gracefully flared ends, the vessel is cast from pewter and finished with silver plating. The form boldly contrasts smooth, highly polished surfaces with ornamental, openwork floral motifs rendered in relief. These organic decorations have a gently matte texture, set apart from the lustrous, silvery interior. The sophisticated play of textures and the seamless transitions between functional and decorative zones attest to the Kayser workshop's refined craftsmanship and the artisanal skills characteristic of early 20th-century Germany. The warm silver-grey hue, accentuated by a subtle patina, highlights its historic provenance, while the integrated, unobtrusive foot ensures visual balance. The condition is very good—only minimal patina appropriate to age is present, with no visible damage, repairs, or restoration. The expressive Art Nouveau form seems to give voice to its era: floral motifs, flowing lines, and subtle shifts in sheen evoke an age poised between tradition and modernity—an era where nature and workmanship wove a continuous dialogue. The centerpiece virtually narrates stories of drawing rooms past, where decorative objects shared in social rituals rather than fading into the background. Highlights catch the raised silverwork and cast patterned shadows through openwork, recalling the gentle play of light in spaces where detail was a valued guest at everyday gatherings. Today, the bowl can be paired with a marble tabletop, a dark wood sideboard, or layered with softly glazed porcelain to accentuate its contrast of textures and patinas. It would resonate in neo-Art Nouveau or historically inspired interiors, as well as in eclectic collector's spaces, especially when surrounded by glass, candles, or arrangements of dried flowers. Combined with white ceramics or pastel-toned decor, it completes the visual ritual
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Height6 cm
Depth17 cm
Width33 cm
Dimension details
Width33 cm
Height6 cm
Depth17 cm
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