Art Nouveau Table Basket In Sterling Silver And Cut Crystal, Germany Circa 1900

Art Nouveau table basket in solid silver and cut crystal, Germany circa 1900 Superb Art Nouveau table basket, in solid 800 thousandths silver, resting on four arched feet and topped with a richly decorated movable handle. The frame features an openwork decoration of stylized fleur-de-lis, sinuous stems and foliage in relief, typical of the German floral style circa 1900. The whole perfectly fits a thick cut crystal container, with a scalloped edge, whose shape follows the sensual curves of the silver decoration. The crystal, cut in deep beveled facets, is of remarkable quality, perfectly suited to the frame. The contrast between the transparency of the glass and the silver floral structure creates a very refined visual effect. This piece can be used as a table planter, small centerpiece or sweet basket. It combines decorative elegance with the quality of execution specific to German goldsmithing of the late 19th century. German guarantee hallmark, title 800, and master's mark. Characteristics: Solid silver 800 ‰ – Cut glass Total height with handle: 25 cm Diameter: 13 cm Gross weight (with glass): 995 g German work, circa 1900 Guarantee hallmark and goldsmith's mark