Art Nouveau “Forest Landscape Surrounding a Lake” Vase by Emile Galle – early 1900’s

Acid-etched cameo glass vase signed by Emile Galle from Nancy, France early 1900’s.

This antique French vase depicts a forest landscape in browns and golds surrounding a small lake.

The foreground has trees and a fence overlooking the lake.  Across the water are more trees done in a lighter cameo effect.  Their reflections are shown in the lake. The result is an impressive three dimensional scene achieved by overlaying layers of glass

Excellent condition for its age.

6″ high,  3.5″ in diameter.

Emile Galle was a glass maker and botanist in fin de siècle France. He was at the forefront of the Art Nouveau movement with its strongly realized natural motifs. Galle was also a founding member of the Ecole de Nancy.