Gallé Vase With Apple Blossoms - Height 13 Cm

This pretty little vase is a creation of Établissements Gallé, dating from the post-mortem period of Émile Gallé (between 1904 and 1936). It testifies to the maintenance of the quality and the Art Nouveau style characteristic of the Nancy-based manufacturer after the death of its founder. The vase has a flared silhouette, with a body that gradually widens towards the top, ending in a lobed and eventful neck, inspired by natural forms. The base is slightly narrowed, providing a stable base. Made of multi-layered glass, the vase displays a palette of luminous colors. The background is dominated by tones of yellow, blending with lighter shades, creating a soft light effect. The decoration is obtained by the acid-etching technique, revealing floral motifs in superpositions of intense red glass. The motif represents branches of flowers and leaves, evoking apple or cherry blossoms in their shape and arrangement. The details of the petals and leaves are rendered with a marked relief, accentuating the depth of the decoration. On the edge of the neck, as visible on one of the photos, there is a small, non-cutting shock (no visible loss) testifying to its history and age. The vase bears the stylized signature "Gallé" in relief on the body, typical of the production of the workshops after 1904. This piece illustrates the attachment of the Gallé Establishments to naturalist inspiration and technical mastery of glass, making this vase a representative example of French Art Nouveau.