Lot #64: Fine Antique Art Nouveau Patinated Bronze Cabinet Vase

Fine Antique Art Nouveau Patinated Bronze Cabinet Vase An exceptional turn-of-the-century Art Nouveau patinated bronze cabinet vase, dating to circa 1890–1920. This highly tactile piece beautifully captures the naturalistic essence of the Jugendstil and Japonisme movements, featuring low-relief organic leaves organically wrapping around a bulbous body and ascending a tall, straight neck. The vase boasts a rich, deep brown-black bronze surface layered with a stunning, naturally aged green verdigris patina settled perfectly into the organic crevices of the foliage. The underside provides an exceptional look into traditional period metalwork, showing a completely unrefined finish with extensive manual file marks along the standing rim and a distinct, recessed manufacturing core print impression left from the historic multi-part lost-wax or sand-casting process. Condition Report • Overall Condition: Excellent antique condition, consistent with age and use. • Patina: Beautiful, undisturbed original oxidized patina with genuine verdigris highlights. Free from harsh chemical cleaning or polishing. • Structure: Completely solid, uniform cast walls with a clean, authentic dark interior neck. Stands perfectly upright without wobbling. No cracks, dents, or repairs. Specifications • Era / Date of Production: Circa 1890–1920 (Late Meiji/Taisho to European Art Nouveau periods) • Material: Patinated Cast Bronze • Height: 5 inches (approx. 12.7 cm) • Form: Miniature Bottle / Bud / Cabinet Vase • Style: Art Nouveau / Jugendstil / Japonisme Influence • Markings: Unsigned; features authentic foundry tool marks and an internal casting core print on the base. Nearest intersection Younge Street and Stelees Avenue Pickup category timeslot {A}