Daum - Vase, Imposing vase with fine decoration to simulate an olive tree

Daum Nancy, imposing vase with fine decoration simulating an olive tree, multi-layered glass, acid and wheel engraved, circa 1908-1914. The decoration, composed of branches and leaves with olives made in relief by the action of acid and then finished on the wheel, is embellished by the coloring of the powders. On the line of the upper part of the vase (opening) , a refined and suffused gradient of striated pink makes the work unique. Engraved signature: Daum Nancy with Lorraine cross. Private collection, Rome In 1901 Emile Gallè founded the Ecole de Nancy in order to connect the centers of production and sales of French artistic industries and to organize exhibitions, at the same time he wanted Antonin Daum at his side as vice president, as proof of the great consideration and esteem nurtured towards him.