Bidspirit auction | WMF (attrib) Art Nouveau Silvered


WMF (attrib) Art Nouveau Silvered Pewter Large Jug and Basin Set retailed by Gath & Chaves Bowl: 6”H - WMF (attrib) Art Nouveau Silvered Pewter Large Jug and Basin Set retailed by Gath & Chaves This is an impressive Jugenstihl bowl and pitcher set made from silvered polished pewter materials. It is believed to have been manufactured by WMF. WMF is a German tableware manufacturer, founded in 1853 is known fpr their art nouveau and Jugenstihl designs. The set bears the marking ”Gath & Chaves, ” which refers to a renowned luxury Argentine department store founded in 1883 in Buenos Aires. Eventually, the store was acquired by Harrod's in London. Bowl: 6”H x 18.25” Dia Vase: 17”h x 9.25”D x 7”W approx Condition: good with wear commensurate to age