(A) Fine American Art Nouveau isn't exactly around every corner, but here's one fine example! Signed B&H on the back (Bradley & Hubbard, one of America's more artistically-inclined companies from the earlier 20th century), this ring tray brings grace and beauty to bear. It's about 7 inches long, and is cast iron, silver-plated and patinated.

She's gone, but I'll never forget her...SOLD!!

 

(B) Ah, the long tresses and silken wraps of the Art Nouveau period (of sexual repression). Little wonder that men put their energies into likenesses of what was forbidden (many, as you might imagine, found ways around these strictures). Would you believe this tiny jewel (a mere 3 3/4 inches high, 5 1/2 wide) functions as a planter?! Good for a couple of small succulents, no? Put it on your desk, Mister, and you'll have the ladies wowed, "He's so in touch with the natural world..."

All the hot babes seem to vanish. It is me?! SOLD!!

 

(C) There's nothing too casual about the Art Nouveau renderings on this sterling (English) picture frame. Alas, there's a piece missing from the top right. Did that dissuade me? Certainly not! The glass is original, in excellent condition, and has a nice bevel on it. The frame is marked by the prominent English maker Horton and Allday. You can easily hang it on the wall, but if you want to use it on a table, you'll need to create an apparatus to do that, as the original one is long since missing. Nearly six wide at the bottom and nine high. The viewing area is about four wide and 5 1/2 high. (e-mail Jack for a price)

 

(C) Speaking of "jewels" takes us to this blaze of glory, a gold-finished bronze casting by none other than the famed Barbedienne foundry of Paris. I'd date it somewhere around the 1880s, but you have to remember I'm just a shoemaker. It's cabinet-worthy, being only 2 1/2 inches high (including the handles). The superior artistry and craftsmanship take the breath away (other pix by request). Some bozo dropped it and as you can see, it's on a bit of a tilt. The pedestal screws off with a few twists; the right metal expert can probably work his magic and rid it of this unfortunate history (and the tilt!). Truly amazing to behold! (e-mail Jack for a price)