A. Luttens

A. LUTENS. Belgian Art Nouveau school, ca. 1890.
Vase.
Silver-plated pewter.
Signed on base.
Marks H. Luppens & Co. Editions, on the back.
Weight: 1.860 g.
Measurements: 23 x 12 x 11 cm.

Silver-plated pewter vase, an excellent example of what early 20th century art was all about. Tubular body decorated with flowers and vegetable ornaments in relief that protrude on the sides at the bottom.

H. Luppens & Cie was a renowned Brussels, Belgium foundry active in the 19th century. They specialized in the manufacture of high quality bronzes ranging from large clock and furniture sets to ceiling and chandeliers.