Bidspirit auction | AN ART NOVEAU PATINATED BRONZE

AN ART NOVEAU PATINATED BRONZE VASE, SIGNED J. MALVAUX, 19 C. - An art nouveau patinated bronze vase designed by J. Malvaux for H. Lupper & Compagnie, a bronze foundry in Saint-Gilles, Belgium. The piece has a flowing organic shape like that of a flower beginning to bloom and is surrounded by leaves and an orchid in bloom. The leaves themselves act as a sculptural handle for the ewer. The rear and bottom are signed by J. Malvaux and H. Lupper & Compagnie respectively. Belgium, 19th century. Dimensions: H: 16 in., (40.6 cm.) Condition: Very good overall, clean, with a nice patina.