Antique AMPHORAS Austria Art Nouveau Vases Pair RSTK Teplitz Dachsel 10888 10884

Name: Antique AMPHORAS Austria Art Nouveau Vases Pair RSTK Teplitz Dachsel 10888 10884
Brand: REISSNER STELLMACHER KESSEL
SKU: 336730114703
Price: 595.00 USD
Availability: InStock

USD 595.00

Condition: Used

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View Antique AMPHORAS Austria Art Nouveau Vases Pair RSTK Teplitz Dachsel 10888 10884 with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Featuring consecutive model mold numbers10888 (Green Blackberry) and10884 (Chestnut/Butternut), these pieces showcase the pinnacle of Teplitz artistry. Famous for their organic 3D "applied botanical" series designed during the RSTK and Paul Dachsel era, both vases feature dramatic openwork reticulated handles, hand-sculpted flora, and rich matte finishes. Authentic Pair of Art Nouveau Amphora Vases Riessner, Stellmacher & Kessel (RSTK) | Turn-Teplitz, Bohemia (Austria) c. 1900 Overview & History Up for sale is an exceptional matched pair of authentic turn-of-the-century Bohemian Art Nouveau pottery vases produced by Riessner, Stellmacher & Kessel (RSTK) in Turn-Teplitz, Bohemia (Austria) circa 1900. Featuring consecutive model mold numbers 10888 (Green Blackberry) and 10884 (Chestnut/Butternut) , these pieces showcase the pinnacle of Teplitz artistry. Famous for their organic 3D "applied botanical" series designed during the RSTK and Paul Dachsel era, both vases feature dramatic openwork reticulated handles, hand-sculpted flora, and rich matte finishes. Quick Specifications & Dimensions Feature Chestnut Amphora (#10884) Green Blackberry Amphora (#10888) Height 10" 10 5/8" Width Across Approx. 5" Approx. 5" Weight 2.4 lbs 2.12 lbs Base Marks Impressed 10884, "Aries" cipher (♈/69), overglaze painter mark Impressed 10888, Teplitz factory markings Item Details & Design 1. Chestnut / Butternut Amphora (Mold #10884) 3D High-Relief Appliqué: Features hand-sculpted chestnut burrs, hulls, leaves, and cascading vine tendrils sculpted out of clay slip and hand-applied directly onto the body prior to firing. Reticulated Architecture: Pierced openwork neck and handle arches frame a sculpted tree-branch motif, seamlessly integrated into the body. Palette & Finish: Smooth matte ivory-to-tan bisque gradient ground, complemented by earthy greens, muted browns, and subtle rust accents. Markings: Impressed shape number 10884 alongside the artisan "Aries" cipher (♈ / 69) in raw clay, with a faint AUSTRIA impression and an overglaze painter's signature/cipher along the unglazed foot ring. 2. Green Blackberry Amphora (Mold #10888) Design & Motif: Classic organic Art Nouveau theme featuring 3D applied blackberries, foliage, and a twisting branch handle structure set against a matte textured green glaze. Craftsmanship: Features complex multi-stage molding and hand-applied botanical elements signature to the Turn-Teplitz region. Detailed Condition Report Please review all high-resolution photos in the listing gallery as they form a key part of this condition statement. Chestnut Amphora (#10884): Top tips of several chestnut stems show minor breaks/wear. Small chips present on three leaves (top-right, top-left, and bottom-left leaves). Wear to the butternut color glaze along the lower back base edge. Overall body, main handles, and form remain solid and structurally intact. Green Blackberry Amphora (#10888): Broken Yellow Blossom Missing Vine Stem Segment: A thin segment of trailing green vine has broken away, leaving a small gap in the stem line. Handle Flaking: Minor glaze flaking/nibbling along inner sharp edges of openwork handles; one larger glaze flake on the underside of one handle (clearly shown in gallery). Faint mold join lines typical of two-part factory slip casting. Professional Packing & Shipping Extremely delicate high-relief ceramics require maximum protection. These vases will be double-boxed with ample cushioning to ensure safe transit. Condition: Used. Category: Pottery & Glass › Decorative Pottery & Glassware › Vases. Brand: REISSNER STELLMACHER KESSEL.