{"product_id":"royal-dux-bohemia-porcelain-centerpiece-art-nouveau-water-bearer-clam-shell-bowl","title":"Royal Dux Bohemia Porcelain Centerpiece: Art Nouveau Water Bearer Clam Shell Bowl","description":"This exceptional Royal Dux Bohemia porcelain centrepiece dates to the 1920s and embodies the finest qualities of Art Nouveau and Jugendstil design. Beautifully crafted in Czechoslovakia, it depicts a serene water bearer seated atop a rocky outcrop, pouring from a golden amphora into an enormous stylised clam shell.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe piece is masterfully modelled in the round, with a blend of matte and glossy glazes. The water bearer's cobalt blue gown flows in elegant folds, contrasting with the matte ivory finish of her skin, while the shell exhibits warm ochre and sandy tones enhanced by naturalistic shading. Stylistically, the piece bridges the flowing organic lines of Art Nouveau with the romantic symbolism characteristic of Jugendstil decorative art.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMarked on the base with the Royal Dux pink triangle (c.1918-1945), impressed model number 1047, and a green ‘Made in Czechoslovakia' stamp. A perfect decorative object for collectors of Art Nouveau, Jugendstil, Belle Époque, or marine-themed interiors.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIdeal as a table centrepiece, fruit bowl, floral arrangement vessel, or statement display item.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMeasurements\u003cbr\u003e\nHeight: 25 cm \/ 9.84″\u003cbr\u003e\nWidth: 23 cm \/ 9.06″\u003cbr\u003e\nDepth: 18 cm \/ 7.09″\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight: 1262 g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition\u003cbr\u003e\nExcellent antique condition. The porcelain remains bright, colours vivid, and the gilding is beautifully preserved. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nShipping \u0026amp; Packaging\u003cbr\u003e\n- Fully tracked and insured delivery.\u003cbr\u003e\n- Shipping cost includes professional packaging, handling, and postage.\u003cbr\u003e\n- Carefully packed using recycled materials.\u003cbr\u003e\n- Customs paperwork provided where necessary for smooth international delivery.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease feel free to ask any questions!\u003cbr\u003e\n","brand":"Gillers Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62884737745226,"sku":"B1224","price":525.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/5351\/6106\/files\/il_fullxfull.6775508686_jut4.jpg?v=1785917010","url":"https:\/\/gillersantiques.com\/products\/royal-dux-bohemia-porcelain-centerpiece-art-nouveau-water-bearer-clam-shell-bowl","provider":"Gillers Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}