This rare pair of Danish Art Nouveau pewter vases, featuring the highly sought-after Mogens Ballin pewter workshop stamp, represents a seminal moment in Scandinavian decorative arts. Designed by the celebrated sculptor as a Siegfried Wagner vase (Model T13) circa 1900–1902, these pieces are prime examples of early twentieth-century Skønvirke metalware. This museum-quality antique Danish pewter pair showcases organic, fluid reliefs evocative of the classic Jugendstil aesthetic, making them an exceptional find for discerning collectors of avant-garde European design.
 
Established in Copenhagen in 1900, Mogens Ballin’s workshop was a hotbed of Arts & Crafts ideology, seeking to elevate non-precious metals into high art. Siegfried Wagner joined as a co-leader at its inception, designing approximately 65 highly sculptural models before his departure in May 1902.
 
This specific design is a definitive, rare example of Wagner's early work for the studio. It features an organic, heavy-bottomed form decorated with fluid, repoussé-style dynamic reliefs that evoke flickering flames or emerging plant sprouts—a hallmark of the classic European Jugendstil aesthetic.
 
Condition & Provenance
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with a beautiful, authentic aged patina. Minimal surface wear consistent with age and material. No major dents or structural distortions.
Markings: Signed on the base with the workshop's classic stamp and production model number T13.
Dimensions & Specifications
Height: 5.2 inches (13.3 cm)
Diameter: 5 inches (12.6 cm)
Weight: Heavy, substantial cast pewter
Country of Origin: Denmark
Era: Art Nouveau / Skønvirke (c. 1900–1902)
 
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