A LARGE ART NOUVEAU CAMEO GLASS VASE PORTRAYING 'LAKE COMO' BY EMILE GALLE
$120,000.00
Crafted by the renowned French artist Émile Gallé, this exquisite cameo glass vase epitomizes the elegance of Art Nouveau design prevalent at the dawn of the twentieth century. Adorned with intricately formed foliage, characteristic of the style, the vase showcases Gallé's exceptional skill in glasswork. Renowned as one of the foremost practitioners of Art Nouveau, Gallé's mastery of the medium is evident in every detail of this masterful creation.
This stunning vase captures the tranquil beauty of Lake Como at dusk, with a view extending over a shadowy balustrade to the sun-drenched horizon. Gallé skillfully frames the scene with foreground trees, creating depth and ambiance. Using the ancient cameo etching technique, he layers and carves various colored glasses to create a richly textured, polychromatic tableau. This method, dating back to ancient Rome, achieves a sculptural quality that enhances the vase's artistic impact, showcasing Gallé's mastery of the craft.
The piece is signed: Galle
Dimensions Height: 20" (51cm) (having a very large circumference), This is the largest vase ever made by Galle with the 'Lake Como' subject. There is no other of this size on the public market.
