Art Nouveau Trinket Tray And Inkwell

Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Sculpture – Reclining Mermaid. A very beautiful Art Nouveau sculpture depicting a mermaid reclining on a rock in an elegant and sensual pose. The work is distinguished by its supple, organic lines and naturalistic inspiration, characteristic of the Art Nouveau movement of the early 20th century. The gilt bronze sculpture has a warm patina and rests on a stylized base evoking the waves. Signed Loys Potet and bearing the mark of the Delarue foundry, Paris, attesting to its quality French production. A refined decorative piece, imbued with poetry and femininity, ideal for an elegant interior or an Art Nouveau collection. Signature: Loys Potet; Foundry: Delarue, Paris; Period: Art Nouveau, early 20th century; Material: Gilt bronze; Condition: Very good condition, beautiful original patina