Art Nouveau Crystal and Silver Claret Jug Post 1894

Art Nouveau Crystal and Silver Claret Jug C1910
German Silver Marking Post 1894
The silver mounting with art nouveau tulips in design with a stunning bud finial the handle sweeping down with tulip design
Height 24cm

From about 1830 to 1920 the jugs became made of clear crystal capped with a lifting silver cover and usually also a silver handle. These are now very collectable. Most took advantage of the ease with which lead crystal can be cut. Less ornate versions were simply frosted. The silver mounted tops incorporated hinged lids, and handles that extended down halfway or to the base. The mounts were often engraved or chased, and the glass bodies were found in many different shapes and varying ornamentation. Some earlier examples were made entirely of silver. The level of craftsmanship and their aesthetic qualities determine their value. Unusual jugs, such as made by Charles Edwards or Christopher Dresser and George Unite , or examples with fine engraved scenes may command high prices.