Large Art Nouveau Vase With Lid By F.a. Mehlem, Bonn – Circa 1900 – Signed W. Dreimüller

Hand-painted and signed by W. Dreimüller – Motif: Poppies** This impressive lidded vase comes from the renowned FA Mehlem GmbH factory in Bonn, one of the most important German ceramic manufacturers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Founded in 1838 and later established on the historic site of the former Bonn earthenware factory, Mehlem was internationally acclaimed in its time for the refinement of its forms and the quality of its artistic decoration. Hand-painted Art Nouveau pieces were particularly prized and are now highly sought-after collector's items. The vase presented here is a prime example: a large Art Nouveau vase with elegant curves, fitted with a lid and richly decorated with an Impressionist-inspired poppy motif. The vibrant shades of pink, red, and purple blend harmoniously with deep green hues – a color palette typical of floral Art Nouveau. Particularly valuable: this vase is signed W. Dreimüller, one of the decorative painters at the Mehlem factory, whose delicate floral paintings adorn several high-quality pieces from this period. His signature underscores the craftsmanship and makes this object a unique work of art. Special features: * Original FA Mehlem, Bonn – circa 1900 * Hand-painted and signed: W. Dreimüller * Impressive floral motif: Art Nouveau poppies * Luminous and deep colors of a masterful painting * Organic Art Nouveau base, carefully modeled * Important collector's item, documented provenance * Model Der Rhenus I - 9355C & 2896 * Condition: Very good condition for its age. Vibrant colors, no visible cracks or chips. There is a break on the lid knob, visible only in close-up photos. See image.