Léon Brunard (1872-1931) Small Enameled Copper Vase On A Wrought Iron Base – Circa 1920

Léon Brunard (1872-1931) Small Enamelled Copper Vase on a Forged Pedestal – circa 1920. This charming small polychrome enamelled copper vase, mounted on a forged metal pedestal, was created by Léon Brunard, an artist active in the South of France in the early 20th century. The vase features a geometric design highly characteristic of the decorative styles of the 1920s, composed of stylized motifs in turquoise and deep blue tones, enhanced with gilt lines and punctuated with small enameled discs. The interior is entirely covered with an intense blue enamel, creating a particularly luminous contrast with the exterior decoration. The forged and openwork mount forms an elegant pedestal with a geometric design that perfectly showcases the enamelled vase. The piece exemplifies the much-desired interplay of metalwork and ceramics at this time, reflecting the spirit of early 20th-century decorative arts workshops. The signature “Léon Brunard” appears discreetly on the lower frieze. This piece perfectly illustrates Brunard's work, blending vibrant enamel colors, nascent Art Deco inspiration, and handcrafted metalwork in an aesthetic that is both decorative and refined. A very elegant decorative object, representative of the revival of French decorative arts in the 1920s.