Art Nouveau Bench – In the Spirit of Majorelle, After Cugini Lanzani

"Very beautiful and original bench from the Art Nouveau period, around 1900, featuring a remarkable structure in carved light wood, with flowing lines and floral ornamentation characteristic of Jugendstil. This model, in the spirit of the creations of Louis Majorelle and inspired by Cugini Lanzani, stands out for its particularly decorative architecture, combining elegant curves, stylized plant motifs, and the search for asymmetry typical of Art Nouveau. The backrest, composed of two vertical parts topped with high openwork crowns, displays delicate motifs of blooming flowers, stems, and carved foliage. The two backrests are joined by an elegant central openwork panel, adorned with a small medallion covered in tapestry and floral motifs. The armrests, with sinuous lines, harmoniously extend the movement of the whole, while the legs feature a slender and organic design. The tapestry upholstery in green, brown, and ecru tones, with a plant decoration, complements the naturalistic character of this creation. This bench perfectly illustrates the aesthetic explorations of European Art Nouveau around 1900, where furniture becomes a true decorative work of art. A rare piece due to its design and composition, ideal for an Art Nouveau interior, a Jugendstil collection, or a decor combining antique furniture and artistic creation. Characteristics: Era: around 1900 Style: Art Nouveau – Jugendstil Stylistic attribution: in the spirit of Louis Majorelle, inspired by Cugini Lanzani Structure: carved light wood Decor: floral and plant motifs, openwork crowns Double backrest with central openwork panel Curved armrests Seat and backrests upholstered with plant motif tapestry Dimensions: Height: 134 cm Width: 156 cm Depth: 60 cm Condition: overall beautiful appearance, with signs of use and age."