1930s Centerpieces

Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'View All From Seller'. And you can see more objects to the style for sale. Attributed to Venini Early life and education Venini was born in the town of Cusano near Milan, Italy. After serving in the Royal Italian Army in World War I, he trained as a lawyer[2] and began his practice in Milan. He soon developed an acquaintance with Giacomo Cappellin, a native of Venice who owned a Milan antiques...

Wonderful French dore´ bronze bow and swag footed Cherub Plaques centerpiece with fluted oval crystal insert. In the manner of Baccarat. Measures: 8" W x 6.5" W x 4" H.

Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'View All From Seller'. And you can see more objects to the style for sale. The history of "Seguso Vetri D' Arte" is directly linked to the "Vetreria Artistica­ Barovier" company. When the Barovier workshop was forced to reduce production in 1929, due to a financial crisis in America, the original group of ten partners had to separate and Antonio Seguso in 1931, assisted by his sons Ernesto and Archimede opened a small workshop of his own. They were joined by Luigi Olimpio Ferro and Napoleone Barovier the following year. Together the craftsmen establish the "Artistica Soffieria e Vetreria Barovier Seguso & Ferro" company as equal partners. In 1934 Flavio Poli joins the firm as artistic director and within only a brief period of time a distinct style of designs emerged. The close collaboration between Flavio Poli, Archimede Seguso and Alfredo Barbini played an important part in the success of the company. New glass techniques are developed which include never before seen color applications. The companies innovative designs constantly received awards and during the 1935 World Fair in Brussels and the 1936 Milan Triennale they did attract the interest of a new group of clientele. One of them is the French wholesale company "Veronese" from Paris which would play a defining role in the history of the company. The demand for an increase in production requires additional investments and the partners felt that there is a need to multiply their investment tenfold. Luigi Olimpio Ferro subsequently decided to withdraw from the company and his shares are acquired by Flavio Poli, which makes him a full partner. As a result, the company name is changed to Seguso Vetri D’ Arte and it is officially recognized in 1937. A period of great success and prosperity ensues, lasting until the outbreak of World War II. The post ­war period is a time of great change in Europe and the rebuilding of the economical structure in Italy requires major investments which result in the introduction of new import duties and taxes. To safeguard the copyright of the Seguso Vetri D'Arte designs an application for a second entry into the commercial registers of Venice is made by the partners in 1945. Strict export regulations curb international business relations for many years after the war and the company decides to focus on the domestic market instead. In 1946 a large retail location is opened at the Piazza Diaz in Milan where in addition to the art glass, German porcelain and Italian pottery is offered. In 1950 Flavio Poli develops a new sommerso glass technique, which consists of an overlaying of transparent layers of glass. The overlapping creates new shades of color which prior to the introduction of this technique had not been seen. Flavio Poli's most iconic design is the "Valve", which resembles an upright, slightly opened clam shell. The design was introduced in 1951. Mario Pinzoni joins the company in 1953 as a personal assistant to Flavio Poli and his responsibilities as a draftsman included the compilation of archival and the existing production drawing s...

This is an exceptional and rare centerpiece made by Barovier and Toso, circa 1930s-1940s. What sets this apart is the versatility and adjustability of the arrangement, allowing for many configurations and shapes. Starting with the hand blown oval shaped centre bowl, the opal glass is filled with gold leaf inclusions making it sparkle without being glitzy. The four gold leaf infused arms sit at the base, which is affixed with a threaded finial. The arms can be spread out either at right angles or maintain an oval shape. One can either use all four arms as candlesticks while placing the bobeches atop the candle cups or placing the four bowls which fit into the candle cups. And one can also use two of each, for a versatile arrangement. Please see all the images to view the myriad possibilities. This clean design works well with many decorative styles and the flexibility is inspiring. Bobeches measure 4.25" D x 1.25" H Epergne Bowls...

This is a stunning French Art Deco decorative bowl, centerpiece, or serving dish designed by Silversmith Ercuis from Paris. The rare piece was crafted in France circa 1930. The moder...

This stunning Art Deco polished silver plate pedestal bowl, centerpiece, or serving bowl was designed by Silversmith Francois Frionnet, Paris, circa 1930. The modernist design, featu...

This stunning French Art Deco centerpiece, serving bowl, or decorative fruit or bread basket features a Macassar wood handle ornate with chromed metal beads. Each side of the framing...

This glass tray can be used as a table centre piece. It was designed by Boris Lacroix in the 1930's and is a very fine example of the French Moderni...

Beautiful amber-coloured pressed glass fruit bowl, very large bowl with a central rosette and rounded wavy edge, by Val Saint Lambert, the Luxval series from 1935, marked at the bott...

Bowl on foot of hallmarked silver and simply decorated. The bowl is in great vintage condition.

An uncommon Russel Wright design executed by Klise Woodworking, circa 1935 from carved maple...Signed Russel Wright to bottom.. Retains its beautiful ,warm patina / surface.

This exquisite Art Deco centerpiece bowl, crafted by Verlys, France, features a stunning frosted pattern with a geometric, waved design. The piece was crafted in France circa 1930. P...

This stunning Art Deco centerpiece, serving bowl, or fruit or bread basket was manufactured in France circa 1930. The Macassar wood sides have two large chromed metal ball handles. A...

Large Old Dish Large from the White Enameled Faience Signed

This stunning French Art Deco modernist decorative centerpiece or serving bowl boasts a large round glass bowl with an etched pattern in a lovely transparent smoke-gray color. The ra...

This unusual piece Art Deco and combines a glass gateau plate Wooden Handles The glass comes from an unknown factory, The recently identified design is derived from Classic Art D...

This stylish Art Deco centerpiece, serving bowl, or decorative fruit or bread basket was crafted in France in the 1930s. The wood sides have a large and tall chromed metal handle. Th...

Large Old Dish Large from the White Enameled Faience Signed

Very large 1930 Enameled earthenware dish by DIGOIN-SARREGUEMINES . with the stamp underneath.

Wonderful French Ormolu bronze sevres hand-painted porcelain centerpiece tray. Measures: 17.5" x 10" x 7".

Traditional Catalan blown glass vase, circa 1930 Manufactured in Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. ...

Elegant Swedish Grace Table Plateau in Pewter by OH Lagerstedt, Sweden from 1932 (=F8) in a period design. Wear consistent with age and use

A large and dramatic Art Deco Style hand blown crystal console set in brilliant clear crystal with octagonal cut foot, recumbent rim and elaborately cut and notched borders.The solid...

A glass tray in very cool Art Deco from the 1920s - 1930s. Made in painted glass with a frame in walnut and colored aluminium. Slightly discolored painting...

Mid-20th century pair porcelain decorative vases / pieces with exterior gilt design details. Each vase is in great vintage condition. Maker's mark undersigned & numbered. Each vase s...

Vintage tin centrepiece and drinking set is an original decorative group of different objects realized in tin in the 20th century. All the objects are realized in tin by different artists and designers, especially from Netherlands. This set includes: two tea pots with handles, one cream server, six mugs and six small grappa glasses...

"Coppa Aurum" plate, bowl, or centerpiece, for Distillerie dell'Aurum, Pescara, by Guido Andlovitz for Lavenia, artistic section of the S.C.I. (Italian Ceramic Society) Laveno, circa...

This stunning French Art Deco epergne (typically displayed on a dining table or buffet) was realized in France, circa 1930. It consists of a brass fra...

This magnificent sculptural Art Deco crystal centerpiece, crafted in France circa 1930, exudes sophistication and artistic excellence. Its sleek, streamlined rectangular form is elev...

This magnificent Sevres style centerpiece showcases the epitome of French luxury design with its striking royal blue porcelain body and richly detailed dore’ gilt bronze mounts. Craf...

French Art Deco, Modernist acid etched art glass centerpiece, circa 1930, signed Daum Nancy. Rings of rippled patterns grace this very slightly tinted emerald, spring green art glas...

This refined pair of Art Deco centerpieces, crafted in France around 1930, embodies the elegance and geometric precision of the period. Made of white metal, the pieces display clean ...

This unusual Belgian piece has the hallmarks of Belgian Art Deco and combines a glass gateau plate in a wrought iron carrier, the glass comes from an almost unknown factory, Pavillon...

This unusual Belgian piece has the hallmarks of Belgian Art Deco and combines a glass gateau plate in a wrought iron carrier, the glass comes from an almost unknown factory, Pavillon...

Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'V...

Franco-Belgian ceramist Charles Catteau could be regarded as one of the most versatile ceramic artists of his generation, especially for the style of Art Deco. Catteau advanced the f...

Murano. With silver applications. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'View All From Seller'. And you can see more objects to the style for sale. Technical Avventurina : Avventurina is a Murano glass-making technique developed on Murano island in the 17th century. I was first mentioned in a document dating from 1614 as "a kind of stone with gilt stars inside", at which point it already mesmerized people with the unusual and attractive look. The technique owes its name to the fact that its discovery happened by chance thanks to a lucky coincidence, when a glass artisan is said to have accidentally dropped some metal shavings into the glass mixture. Italians say it happened "all'avventura", which in Italian means "by chance". The first documented recipe for the technique dates from 1644, when Murano master glassmaker Giovanni Darduin described how Avventurina glass should be created. The recipe involves adding various metal oxides such as copper and iron to the hot glass mixture, which will cause tiny particles of the metals to crystallize as the glass mixture cools off. Complicating the process, for such crystallization to occur the furnace had to get fully extinguished, and the metal particles would slowly separate from the glass base over a few days during the natural cooling of the glass. This was a very difficult process from a logistical perspective, since every time a glass furnace got extinguished it caused work to be paused, and re-igniting it was quite a big process, as it took time to fully heat it to the desired temperature. As industrial revolution set foot on Murano in the nineteenth century, the process got a remake. Large volumes of fine Avventurina paste were made and then skillfully stretched into glass canes, which were then re-melted for jewelry-making under a small flame, or for glass blowing. This Avventurina paste received worldwide acclaim and re-ignited the fame of Murano Glass workshops due to its use in Salviati mosaics...

Murano. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'V...

Unusual alabaster and hand-forged iron centerpiece attributed to Raymond Subes. The hand-carved stone in a honey/butterscotch tone with cognac and charcoal colored natural vein stria...

Art Deco Style Moon Vase in Porcelain with Hand-Painted Overglazed Floral Pattern. Designed by Nora Gulbrandsen (Kristiania 1894 - Oslo 1978) for Porsgrund Porcelain, Norway. Nordi...

Very nice and elegant early Murano glass bowl, by Ercole Barovier.

Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'Vi...

A vintage sterling silver Georg Jensen Art Deco ice pail, crafted by Jorgen Jensen in 1935. Its cylindrical body features four oxidized lines, complemented by a domed top adorned wit...

This is a most complete and impressive set of Capo di Monte "surout de table". Comprising a pair of 3 arm candlesticks,the 8-piece footed low flower...

Decorative centerpieces "Baskets Four Seasons" made in glass with sepia patina by René Lalique in 1939. Stamped signature on each pieces. The 4 pieces are in perfect condition....

An uncommon Russel Wright design executed by Klise Woodworking, circa 1935 from carved maple.

Pair of brass vases. They appear to be brass with a light copper wash. Measure: They are 9.5" high and 6" wide at top.

Art Deco Centrepiece is an original decorative group of objects realized in the 1930s. Original tin with wood handles and knobs. Made in England. Designed by Lloyd, Payne & Am...

Crystal We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads '...

Large Art Deco centrepiece, silver plated, designed by Christian Fjerdingstad for Christofle. Very good condition. Designed in ...

All glass, 2 pieces.

Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'Vi...

Important vintage silver centrepiece and tray, Italian manufacture Luigi Genazzi goldsmith - Milan. Fascist stamp 1034-1944. Rounded and inlaid body with two shaped handles with natu...

Wonderful pair of crystal scalloped compotes held by gilt bronze winged cherubs putti on etched pedestal stands. Measures: 9" W x 8" H.

Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'Vi...

Made in Italy, 1930s. This vide-poche is made in embossed and chiseled cast bronze. It might show slight traces of use since it's vintage and has an imperceptible flaw, but it can be...

Art Deco bowl by French artist Claudius Linossier from the 30s/40s, using the artist's specific dinanderie technique. Hammered copper structure in red hues decorated with a gilded co...

Murano Technical Avventurina : We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal.  Fratelli Toso, Venice One of the oldest glass factories established in Murano, Fratelli Toso was founded in 1854 by six brothers who loved the art of glassmaking. With over 150 years of experience in the field, the Toso family improved their techniques and nowadays are one of the top award-winning manufacturers of Murano glass. Technical Avventurina : Avventurina is a Murano glass-making technique developed on Murano island in the 17th century. I was first mentioned in a document dating from 1614 as "a kind of stone with gilt stars inside", at which point it already mesmerized people with the unusual and attractive look. The technique owes its name to the fact that its discovery happened by chance thanks to a lucky coincidence, when a glass artisan is said to have accidentally dropped some metal shavings into the glass mixture. Italians say it happened "all'avventura", which in Italian means "by chance". The first documented recipe for the technique dates from 1644, when Murano master glassmaker Giovanni Darduin described how Avventurina glass should be created. The recipe involves adding various metal oxides such as copper and iron to the hot glass mixture, which will cause tiny particles of the metals to crystallize as the glass mixture cools off. Complicating the process, for such crystallization to occur the furnace had to get fully extinguished, and the metal particles would slowly separate from the glass base over a few days during the natural cooling of the glass. This was a very difficult process from a logistical perspective, since every time a glass furnace got extinguished it caused work to be paused, and re-igniting it was quite a big process, as it took time to fully heat it to the desired temperature. As industrial revolution set foot on Murano in the nineteenth century, the process got a remake. Large volumes of fine Avventurina paste were made and then skillfully stretched into glass canes, which were then re-melted for jewelry-making under a small flame, or for glass blowing. This Avventurina paste received worldwide acclaim and re-ignited the fame of Murano Glass workshops due to its use in Salviati mosaics...

Murano Technical Bullicante Attributed to Carlo Scarpa We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at...

Murano We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'Vi...