Monumental & Theatrical German Jugendstil Secessionist Silver Plated and Cut Crystal Four Tier Table Epergne, c. 1910
Art Glass / Crystal, Silver HollowareThis monumental table centerpiece represents the height of luxury dining design from the German Secessionist movement, showcasing a masterfully engineered structural fusion of bright silver-gilt metalwork and fine intaglio-cut glass. Made during the early twentieth century around 1910, the architectural frame embodies the restrained elegance of the Jugendstil period, moving away from dense Victorian ornamentation in favour of clean vertical pillars, stylized geometric geometric paneling, and repeating classical leaf drop accents.
This distinctive style directly mirrors the progressive ideals of the German Secessionist movement, an artistic revolution that successfully bridged the gap between fine arts and industrial design by uniting structural geometry with organic forms. The impressive multi-tiered configuration rises from an ornate tripod base, extending two specialized outspread arms to support small circular side sweetmeat dishes, while the central support columns secure a large lower baseline bowl and an expansive upper presentation bowl. Anchoring the absolute peak of the centerpiece is a towering, fluted trumpet flower vase meticulously finished with a wide scalloped fan rim, creating a dramatic sense of scale and theatrical flair designed for formal presentation on a grand banquet table. The timeless geometric artistry transitions effortlessly into modern luxury dining spaces.
Dimensions: width 19″ x diameter of upper crystal bowl 16″ x height 33.5″
$2,555.00
1 in stock
