By: Tibor Szabo
The era of art nouveau did not have the aristocratic patronage. It was more bohemian commissioned by upper class bohemians. The prices still reflect it. Even though this spectacular piano by Erard sold for a staggering $300 k plus its still only at half the value of its younger relative an art deco master piece designed by @Ruhlmann and a 3rd of some Luis xvi th style erards owned by Buckingham Palace.
Indeed we can still obtain real art nouveau master pieces at a reachable price while other established periods remain out of reach.
Why is art deco more pricy? Feel free to share your opinions.
The piano below is a masterpiece of intarsia with exotic fruit, satin , palissander and boxwoods. The supports (legs) are unique to the period.
You just gotta be kiddin me.....
ReplyDeleteThis is insane.. got to have it..
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