Large Pair Of Vases - Leune - Art Deco - France - XX ème

Large pair of Art Deco vases signed Leune - François-Émile Leune, famous for his creations with naturalistic and exotic decorations characteristic of the 1920s-1930s.

These polychrome Enamelled glass vases feature a remarkable decoration of stylized birds perched on branches, surrounded by lush foliage treated in deep shades of greens, blues and ochres.
The dynamic composition, rich enamels and fine design bear full witness to the French Art Deco aesthetic

This spectacular "Kingfisher" decoration perfectly illustrates the aesthetic revival of Maison Leune in the 1920s, spurred on by the talented Auguste Heiligenstein, the house's artistic director between 1923 and 1926. Inspired by the rise of Art Deco, this model features kiln-fired enamels in flamboyant colors - luminous yellows, deep greens and brilliant blues - offering remarkable intensity and brilliance. The thick enamel reliefs, the exotic stylization of the kingfisher and the richness of the plant decoration bear witness to this exceptional creative period when Leune was gradually abandoning naturalistic Art Nouveau for a bolder, more decorative and modern aesthetic.

The lightly granulated background particularly highlights the vivid colors and black outline work typical of the decorative productions of this period.
Very fine craftsmanship with exceptional decorative presence.

Era: circa 1925-1935
House: Leune
Artistic direction : Auguste Heiligenstein
Style : Art Déco
Material: polychrome enamelled glass
Decoration: kingfishers and stylized foliage
Condition: very good overall
Height : 41 cm

A rare and refined decorative pair, sought after by lovers of French Art Deco glassware and decorative arts.