Art Nouveau WMF Claret Jug with Green Glass Liner

Circa 1910. 16.3ins high, 7.1ins wide, 7.1ins deep. WMF green glass claret jug of typical art nouveau stylised form.

The bottom mount depictis a maiden's head with a flower in her hair. The hair flows around the piece creating a winding pattern.

The upper mount has floral motifs. The finial modelled with grapes. The lid is operated via a hinge and a thumb piece.

Impressed maker's marks to reverse of one foot 'WMF', 'I/O' (normal thickness of plating/gilding), and 'as' (antique silver finish).

Condition

CONDITION: Good. General, uniform tarnishing from age and use. Glass undamaged. The metal in good condition, though the plating has uniformly worn away. Hinged lid in good working order.

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