ARTS & CRAFTS/ART NOUVEAU CANDY DISH
MACKINTOSH STYLE - SILVER AND GLASS
EXCELLENT CONDITION
This exquisite antique oval Mackintosh style ARTS & CRAFTS or ART NOUVEAU divided candy or trinket dish, in silver plate and etched glass, is in excellent condition. It is useful and beautifully decorative. This is a show stopping very special piece. I would venture to say museum quality. I’m guessing that it is over 100 years old.
The silver plate handled base sits on four square feet, and has the many geometric cut outs typical of Mackintosh English and Scottish Arts & Crafts design. The two substantial half moon glass inserts are etched with a stylized thistle design, and fit perfectly into the silver base. The dish is a wonderful example of the design, artistry, and craftsmanship of the English Arts & Crafts movement, and a perfect accompaniment to your Arts & Crafts or Mission-style decor.
STATS: The dish measures approx. 8 3/4” at its widest by approx. 5 1/2”. The glass inserts sit at approx. 1 1/2” high, and the handles are 2 1/4” high. A very small stamped lower case “b” on the back center of the base - clearly a well made and well cared for piece. I see no chips, scratches or cracks on the glass inserts. The glass is still clear and shiny. The silver plate base is also in excellent condition - I see no dents, dings, or damage. A few very minor scratches on the underside of the base. As always with silver, it might benefit from a good polishing.
ABOUT THE MACKINTOSH STYLE:
Charles Rennie Mackintosh (7 June 1868 – 10 December 1928) was a Scottish architect, designer, water colourist and artist. His artistic approach had much in common with European Symbolism. His work, alongside that of his wife Margaret Macdonald, was influential on European design movements such as Art Nouveau and Secessionism and praised by great modernists such as Josef Hoffmann. While working in architecture, Charles Rennie Mackintosh developed his own style: a contrast between strong right angles and floral-inspired decorative motifs with subtle curves (for example, the Mackintosh Rose motif), along with some references to traditional Scottish architecture. Mackintosh was born in Glasgow and died in London. He is among the most important figures of Modern Style (British Art Nouveau style) Modern Style (British Art Nouveau style). Mackintosh's work has grown in popularity in the decades following his death.
This lovely and unique treasure would make a wonderful addition to your Arts and Crafts, Craftsman or Mission collections or a thoughtful gift. Truly a gem!