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Art Nouveau Porte-Montre in Patinated Cast Metal, c.1900
c.1900
€165
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An Art Nouveau porte-montre in patinated cast metal, with a flared stem and a dished watch cradle framed by whiplash scrolls and blossoms.
An Art Nouveau porte-montre (watch stand) in patinated cast metal. The rounded triangular foot is cast with whiplash leaf lines and small flower sprays and rises into a flared stem, which curls over to carry a dished circular watch cradle. The cradle is framed by whiplash ribbon scrolls with a cluster of blossoms at either side and a pierced crest, where a wire hook set in a small rosette holds the watch by its bow. The surface has an even bronze-brown patina. A Continental Art Nouveau piece.
Casting
Crisp detail to the blossoms, scrolls and foot.
Finish
Even bronze-brown patina, worn lighter on the high points.
Watch cradle
Light scratches and scuffs in the dish, one bright scratch near the lower edge.
Foot
Small nicks to the rear edge; a pale deposit on the back of the stem.
Type
Pocket watch stand
Material
Patinated cast metal, unmarked
Style
Art Nouveau
Estimated Date
c.1900
Condition
Very good
Dimensions
H 17.5 × W 9.5 × D 9.5 cm
Watch cradle
~50 mm
Curiosities
€165
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