Art Nouveau Carl Deffner Copper Bowl. Circa 1900.

This exceptional copper bowl by Carl Deffner of Esslingen, dating to around 1900, embodies the finest qualities of the Art Nouveau (Jugendstil) movement.

Beautifully hand-worked, it features a delicately scalloped rim with softly folded contours, echoing the organic forms that defined the era.

The interior is richly decorated with an incised sunburst pattern radiating from the center, a hallmark of Deffner’s attention to detail and artistry.

Carl Deffner was a renowned German maker celebrated for combining innovative design with superb craftsmanship, and this piece is a testament to his mastery of metalwork.

The warm, polished copper surface has developed a soft patina over time, enhancing its character and authenticity.

Both decorative and functional, the bowl can serve as a striking centerpiece, a refined vessel for display, or a treasured addition to a serious collection of Jugendstil decorative arts.

Seldom seen on the market, this bowl is a true collector’s item—an elegant statement of turn-of-the-century design history that effortlessly bridges art and utility.

The bowl is 24cm across and stands 5cm tall. The base is adorned with a stamp of crossed pikes and CDE, which stands for Carl Deffner of Esslingen.