-Austrian 1900 Art Nouveau Jugendstil Desk Frame In Agate With Sterling Silver Inlaid

Jugendstil art nouveau desk frame made in Austria.

A very interesting picture desk frame, made in Vienna Austria during the art nouveau period, back in the 1900. Crafted in the Viennese Jugendstil style in solid agate with floriated motifs inlaid in sterling silver. Mount on top with a rectangular frame to display a picture. 

Weight: 165.50 Grams, (106.09 Dwt).

Measurements: 81 mm by 52 mm by 70 mm (3.20 x 2.05 x 2.75 Inches).

Hallmarks: No marks.

Art Nouveau 

This is referred to the new art, created in France between about 1895 and 1910, coming on the heels of the “overwrought” designs of the Victorian era (which ended with Queen Victoria's death in 1901) and creating a striking contrast to the mainstream Edwardian designs of that time. While jewelry with a similar aesthetic was being made in other countries during the same time period--for example, Jugendstil in Germany and Austria--true Art Nouveau jewelry is decidedly extended in France. It was a short-lived period in jewelry design, lasting only about 15 years, because of the onset of World War I and because the pieces were so over-the-top that people quickly lost interest in them. Characterized by lavish and organic ornamentation, the Art Nouveau movement blossomed in Vienna at the turn of the 20th Century, with influential Austrians architects Otto Wagner and Adolf Loos making significant architectural contributions that helped shape the city's skyline as we see it today. Rene Lalique, was the most celebrated art nouveau designer, championed jewelry designer.

Jugendstil

The Vienna Secession work is often referred to (during the years before World War I) as the Austrian version of Jugendstil, the German term for Art Nouveau, and it is the work of its members in association with that style that has contributed most to its fame, particularly outside of Austria. Turns out it's the local version of Art Nouveau. So a synonym for that decorative style that makes use of curves, natural forms and ornate motifs along with modern materials. Jugendstil blossomed in Vienna during the late 19th century and early 20th century.

Condition: The overall condition of this desk frame is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to any part. All parts are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: D082123XOEG/.1732