To my mind, the Art Nouveau Movement is the umbrella "aesthetic school" under which the world's various Arts & Crafts movements abide. Throughout the world, wherever an Art Nouveau Movement existed, its artisans utilized naturalistic themes (from geography, botany or zoology) to influence their work. Handcraft was essential as was the employment of simple materials.
The Arts & Crafts hammered, silver-plated candlesticks, shown above, were inspired by tulips—the stems as well as the flower petals. They were made around 1910 by Meriden (founded in 1852 in Meriden, Connecticut.) The metal (copper?) candlesticks were cast and assembled, then hand-hammered, then plated in silver. They would bring a handsome touch of nature to your dining table, presiding elegantly over your festive entertaining. Click on the photo above to learn more about these handsome candlesticks.
More handsome candlesticks tomorrow and in the days to come.
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