Inspired by the Art Nouveau designs of Alphonse Mucha, this handmade, vintage wine caddy, carrier or tabletop storage rack is perfect for wine enthusiasts. A lightweight wood triangular prism frame showing three cylinder chambers intended for receiving and storing wine, Champagne or port bottles. Structure is wrapped in paper printed with Art Nouveau designs inspired by Alphonse Mucha to resemble a wood parquetry veneer. Among the graphics I found a Moet e Chandon image suggesting the piece could be used for small champagne bottles too. Fitted with an applied brass open carrying handle and elevated on two carved wood rosette shaped bun feet. No makers mark found. I would date the piece to the early 20th Century but can’t identify exact age; of French or Continental origin.
Measures 8 inches high (without handle), 6.75 inches deep, and width is 7-5/8 inches.
In very good overall condition exhibiting a wonderful deep, rich patina to graphics and brass. No serious issues or damage noted. Some edges where paper thinned or frayed appear to have been retouched up to blend. Some splinters to wood front face. A couple small white marks on surface. Overall stable and presents beautifully. Upon research this is the only example of its kind I have found.
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