Thursday, August 24, 2017

Paul Haustein for WMF; Art Deco Vase


This unique and very beautiful Art Deco vase was made by WMF (Wurttembergische Metallwarenfabrik) of Germany and is attributed to architect Paul Haustein.  The vase was made using a complex process of acid etching and applying multiple layers of fire patinated color on a bronze base.  After the color was applied a final layer of lacquer was added to create the soft sheen on the piece.  The vase is in excellent vintage condition.  9" h., 8" diam.  German, c. 1930  SOLD