Emile GALLE (1846-1904) & SAGLIER FRÈRES - Lot 38

Emile GALLE (1846-1904) & SAGLIER FRÈRES Pitcher with tubular body on a swollen base, with a mount at the top and a detached side handle with a plant-like body. Orange-lined glass on a milky-white ground. Acid-etched chrysanthemum design, enhanced by hot-applied green and orange glass cabochons. Hallmarked and signed Gallé. Height: 29.5 cm Bibliography: “Art Nouveau Glass Collection”, Magasins Matsuzakaya, Nagoya, 2003, p. 7 for a similar design. Alastair Duncan & Georges de Bartha, Glass by Gallé, Harry N? Abrams Publishers, New York, 1984, p. 187 for a similarly decorated vase. Expert : Cabinet Marcilhac Note : This glass pitcher is a remarkable example of Art Nouveau, a movement of which Gallé was one of the leading exponents. The floral decoration, emblematic of his work, testifies to his inspiration from nature and his attention to detail. The combination of worked glass with elements crafted by Saglier Frères, renowned Parisian goldsmiths, lends this piece a rare elegance and perfect harmony of materials. This creation illustrates Gallé's technical and artistic excellence, as well as his ability to collaborate with other exceptional craftsmen to enrich his creations.