This magnificent one Cachpot (planter) made of chased brass, created about 1900, is a representative example of handcrafted design at the turn of the century. The object impresses with its striking, boat-shaped shape with an oval, tapered floor plan. Both sides of the vessel show an opulent, relief decoration in the style of historicism with clear echoes of Art Nouveau: two large-format, stylized flower heads flank a central, diamond-shaped ornament and are surrounded by finely crafted foliage and curved tendrils. Particularly noteworthy is the contrast between the smoothly polished high reliefs and the ornate stippled background, which creates a vibrant refraction of light. This cachepot / jardiniere is not only a functional container for houseplants, but also a decorative piece in its.
