Joseph Mougin

Draped Chalice C0266

Inventory Number
C0266Size
16" H x 9 3/4" WMaterial
Stoneware and Glass CabochonsPeriod
Art NouveauCountry of Origin
FranceYear Made
1900Status
AvailableCondition
Perfect

Description

This highly stylized form seems to be a complex arrangement of folded fabric draped over a chalice that is mounted on four legs and is glazed in subtle but glorious shades of grey-green, ash-brown, and purple. Four turquoise ceramic cabochons are inset around the neck and four ruby glass cabochons applied to the feet. A rare example of Joseph Mougin's early Parisian studio work, executed before he and his brother Pierre returned to their birthplace, Nancy, France. Marks: incised J. Mougin.