PAIR OF ART NOUVEAU VASES. ALBERT KÖHLER

Description:
- Pair of modernist vases, made of pewter.
- The vases have a small size, and are signed on one of their legs: A.K. & C.I.E. which corresponds with the name of Albert Köhler.
- He was a Viennese sculptor born in the second half of the 19th century, who founded the metalware production company 'AK & CIE' in Vienna.
- The pair of Art Nouveau vases are spectacularly decorated with all kinds of details.
- The most significant feature of the vases are the butterflies perched on each of the vases, which are in relief. The rest of the vase is decorated with bunches of grapes and floral details.
- They stand on four legs, and have an open base.
- The fact that the object has a distinctive mark or contrast is of great importance in order to be able to identify the maker, the place where it was made and other details.

Conservation and Damage:
- The vases are in a perfect state of conservation.
- They maintain a spectacular period patina.
- They have minor knocks and scratches due to age.
- The object shows the wear and tear of it's age.

Comments:
- Both measurements and weight are approximate.
- Very interesting as a collector's item and as a decorative element.
- The tones of the colours in the photos do not match the tones of the real colours.
- The object for sale is the one that corresponds to the photos. The description is not a detailed exposition of it.
- The data provided here are personal opinions and are not verified.