Antique Art Nouveau Green Floral Vase with Sculptural Handles | European Pottery, c. 1895–1915

Antique Art Nouveau Green Floral Vase with Sculptural Handles | European Pottery, c. 1895–1915

This exquisite antique vase is a quintessential expression of the Art Nouveau movement, a period defined by its devotion to nature, fluid form, and sculptural beauty. Dating to the late 19th to early 20th century, this piece reflects the European shift away from rigid historicism toward organic, living design.

The vase features a luminous celadon-green glaze, a color long associated with refinement and calm, beautifully enhanced by hand-painted floral decoration in soft creams, blush, and warm earth tones. The flowers appear to bloom directly from the surface, an intentional Art Nouveau hallmark meant to blur the boundary between object and nature.

What truly sets this vase apart is its sculptural architecture. The elegantly modeled body is crowned with a gently ruffled rim, while ornamental handles curve outward like stylized vines or tendrils, creating a sense of motion and symmetry. These flowing handles are not merely decorative—they reflect the Art Nouveau philosophy that every functional element should also be beautiful.

Pieces like this were produced by skilled European workshops during a time when pottery was still largely hand-finished, resulting in subtle variations that give each example its own character and soul. This vase would have been intended as a statement object—displayed proudly on a mantel, console, or étagère—where light could play across its glaze and sculptural details.

Today, it remains just as compelling: a romantic, timeless accent that bridges fine art, decorative design, and collectible pottery.

Details

• Antique European Art Nouveau vase
• Circa 1895–1915
• Hand-painted floral decoration
• Celadon-green glazed pottery
• Sculptural body with ornate organic handles
• Ruffled rim and decorative base detailing
• Unmarked, consistent with many period European workshops

Why We Love It

• A true Art Nouveau form emphasizing movement and nature
• Elegant green glaze that complements both traditional and collected interiors
• Striking as a standalone decorative object—no flowers required
• Perfect for grandmillennial, English-inspired, or old-world homes

It measures 13.5” tall x 6” wide at the handles. 

$127 INCLUDES INSURED SHIPPING in the continental US. Available for pickup at our Liberty Hill, TX showroom just north of Austin. 

🩷Vintage and antique items have some wear associated with years of age and use, adding to their overall charm. Please see all the pictures, which are considered part of the description.

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