Fabulous LARGE Antique STAMPED WMF Art Nouveau Tazza Centerpiece Lady Waterlily
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:48633 | Age: 1900-1940 |
| Original/Repro: Original |
This wonderful Origional piece of WMF was recently found amongst an Aunts possessions.
A large piece which measures approx 22cms in height (base to lady's head) by 29cms in width (across the widest part of the dish) & is fully stamped with the WMF makers mark also 'B' & 'OX'. There is also a design model number of 246 (see photo)
Modelled as an impressive Tazza, comport or table centerpiece - I have also seen this model described as a calling card holder? What...ever its original use It is fantastically stylish an oozes Art Nouveau design featuring an elegant lady stroking a bird (Dove?) held in her hand.
The dish is formed as two large Waterlily pads supported on scrolling tendril stems ending in a very fluid shaped base. The detail in the casting is beautiful from the veins in the waterlily pads, the waterlily flowers & the drapping fluid folds of the dress.
Made from a silvered base metal - probably Pewter as its quite a weighty piece - I am selling in as found condition & have not attempted to clean this. There is wear to the silvering & an all over patina/tarnish which would benefit from a clean but personally I prefer this finish to a highly polished one (see photos).
There are two worn patches on the shoulder blades of the Lady (see photo) These areas are very smooth to the touch. I have seen two versions of this model - one as a winged lady. So might have originally had wings but if so they have been removed very professionally & carefully as it is really not noticeable apart from the colour.The base rocks when on a flat surface so is slightly uneven.
This is a lovely original WMF item being offered with no reserve. Please study all 12 photos well & zoom in as these give you a full picture of condition and form an important part of this listings description. The photos were taken inside & outside to capture all of the detail. PLEASE NOTE - the darker photos reflect best the colour of the piece which is a pewter tone.
Many thanks for looking!
PLEASE NOTE - IN FAIRNESS TO ALL OTHER BIDDERS WE DO NOT END AUCTIONS EARLY WITH 'BUY IT NOW' REQUESTS.
A large piece which measures approx 22cms in height (base to lady's head) by 29cms in width (across the widest part of the dish) & is fully stamped with the WMF makers mark also 'B' & 'OX'. There is also a design model number of 246 (see photo)
Modelled as an impressive Tazza, comport or table centerpiece - I have also seen this model described as a calling card holder? What...ever its original use It is fantastically stylish an oozes Art Nouveau design featuring an elegant lady stroking a bird (Dove?) held in her hand.
The dish is formed as two large Waterlily pads supported on scrolling tendril stems ending in a very fluid shaped base. The detail in the casting is beautiful from the veins in the waterlily pads, the waterlily flowers & the drapping fluid folds of the dress.
Made from a silvered base metal - probably Pewter as its quite a weighty piece - I am selling in as found condition & have not attempted to clean this. There is wear to the silvering & an all over patina/tarnish which would benefit from a clean but personally I prefer this finish to a highly polished one (see photos).
There are two worn patches on the shoulder blades of the Lady (see photo) These areas are very smooth to the touch. I have seen two versions of this model - one as a winged lady. So might have originally had wings but if so they have been removed very professionally & carefully as it is really not noticeable apart from the colour.The base rocks when on a flat surface so is slightly uneven.
This is a lovely original WMF item being offered with no reserve. Please study all 12 photos well & zoom in as these give you a full picture of condition and form an important part of this listings description. The photos were taken inside & outside to capture all of the detail. PLEASE NOTE - the darker photos reflect best the colour of the piece which is a pewter tone.
Many thanks for looking!
PLEASE NOTE - IN FAIRNESS TO ALL OTHER BIDDERS WE DO NOT END AUCTIONS EARLY WITH 'BUY IT NOW' REQUESTS.
