Punch bowl, c. 1900
Silverplate, glassexpand_more
The Modernism Collection, gift of Norwest Bank Minnesotaexpand_more 98.276.62.1a,b
Not on Viewexpand_more
As with Liberty & Co. of London, WMF engaged an impressive list of designers, but chose not to identify them, promoting the company name instead. This punch bowl is among the most flamboyant works appearing in the company's line, likely produced as a showpiece or for a special commission. The vessel is surrounded by intertwining tendrils, but its Germanic accents, the angular handles, the green faceted glass and its assertive presence distinguish it from the softer embellishments familiar to French Art Nouveau.
Details
- Title
- Punch bowl
- Artist Life
- Geislingen, Germany, est. 1853
- Role
- Maker
- Accession Number
- 98.276.62.1a,b
- Curator Approved
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