Pair of Figurative Vases in the Art Nouveau Style, circa 1890–1910

Pair of Figurative Vases in the Art Nouveau Style Europe, circa 1890–1910 Polychrome bisque porcelain Height: 66 cm An elegant and rare pair of figurative vases in polychrome bisque porcelain, a refined expression of Art Nouveau taste from the late 19th to early 20th century. The two sculptures, designed as perfect mirror images, establish a harmonious dialogue within the space: the figures—a young man and a young woman—face each other with natural compositional balance, emphasizing the decorative and narrative quality of the ensemble. The quality of the craftsmanship is evident in the extraordinary attention to detail: the delicate faces, the soft drapery, and the seamless integration of sculptural form and functional vessel. The double-fired bisque porcelain features a matte, velvety surface, evoking the purity of statuary marble and enhancing the naturalistic rendering of the skin tones and the plant forms that envelop the figures. The floral ornamentation, typical of the Art Nouveau style, unfolds in a sinuous and organic pattern, blending structure and decoration into a single aesthetic gesture. The subtle and sophisticated polychromy contributes to an effect of great elegance, maintaining a balance between naturalism and stylization.