Frédéric Debon

FRÉDÉRIC DEBON (before 1878 - after 1920).
Vase, "Pond", ca. 1900.
Silver-plated metal.
Signed on the mouth.
Stampof the Susse Freres foundry, Paris, on the bottom.
Model exhibited at the Salon de la Société des Artistes Français in 1902.
Bibliography: Philippe Dahhan, "Etains 1900 - 200 Sculpteurs de la Belle Epoque", Editions de l'amateur. Page 108, fig. 276.
Weight: 6,850 g.
Measurements: 43 x 30 x 18 cm.

This Art Nouveau vase is an example of the creative freedom of the period, where the human figure and natural elements merge to elevate a functional object to the category of art sculpture.

Frédéric Debon was a French sculptor noted for his Japonisme-style work, which was frequently editioned in bronze by the prestigious Susse Frères house. Debon regularly exhibited his pieces at the Salons of the Society of French Artists in Paris.

Susse Frères (Susse Fondeur), founded in 1758, is recognized as the oldest French art foundry still in operation. The company established itself as a foundry and art publishing house in the early 19th century. In 1840, they created their first bronze fabrication workshop (dedicated to assembly, chiseling and patina), securing their status as a full member of the Réunion des Fabricants de Bronze that same year.

sculptures, photographic material, etc.) in a store located on the corner of rue Vivienne and place de la Bourse. In 1840, he created his first bronze fabrication workshop (assembly, chiseling and patina), which became a full member of the Réunion des Fabricants de Bronze that same year.