Pocket Watch Stand, Art Nouveau, golden, metal, Austria, 19th c.
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This pocket watch stand, crafted in Austria at the turn of the 19th century, exemplifies the decorative spirit of Art Nouveau. Its centrepiece is a cast zinc cherub finished in warm, muted gilding with natural patina and gentle wear on the raised details. The cherub is rendered in a dynamic, asymmetrical pose, with one arm raised to support a delicately curved hook for suspending a pocket watch. The face, wings, and curly hair are executed with remarkable precision, capturing the flowing lines and organic richness that define the style. Draped in softly modeled cloth, the figure stands on a circular, high-gloss wooden base in a deep, almost black-brown hue, topped with a textured, gold-toned metal plate. The piece is solid and stable, with no visible damage or losses. Condition is very good – only minimal signs of age and use are present on the gilded surface.Within this compact form, the spirit of late belle époque resonates – the cherub seems to rise lightly above time, evoking images of Viennese parlours and Art Nouveau interiors, where everyday accessories became small works of art. The softly draped garment, articulated wings, and gentle patina speak of an era when craftsmanship met artistic ambition. The gilding, subtly worn in places, reveals rather than conceals the object’s history, creating a quiet interplay of shadow and light.The stand would be well-suited for display on a period dressing table, console, or within a collector’s cabinet, accompanied by portraits, Art Nouveau mirrors, or artifacts from the turn of the 20th century. It could be paired with small jewelry boxes, picture frames, or opaline glass lamps to create a cohesive composition in the spirit of Art Nouveau, or within a more eclectic, collector’s interior where wood, glass, and metal
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Height9.5 cm
Width8.4 cm
Dimension details
Width8.4 cm
Height9.5 cm
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