CHRISTOPHER DRESSER (1834–1904)
CHRISTOPHER DRESSER (1834–1904)
CHRISTOPHER DRESSER (1834–1904)
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CHRISTOPHER DRESSER (1834–1904)

Rare Pitcher, 1902

细节
CHRISTOPHER DRESSER (1834–1904)
Rare Pitcher, 1902
silver
9 ½ x 6 ¼ x 4 ¾ in. (24 x 16 x 12 cm)
silver hallmark of Hukin & Heath, Birmingham, 1902
850.5 grams (approximate weighable silver)
出版
D. Taylor, Truth, Beauty, Power: Dr. Christopher Dresser, 1834-1904, exh. cat. Historical Design, October 15 to December 19, New York, 1998, pp. 15 and 32 (for related examples)

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Daphné Riou
Daphné Riou SVP, Senior Specialist, Head of Americas

拍品专文

Recognized as one of the most influential designers of the 19th century, Christopher Dresser was renowned for his groundbreaking approach to seamlessly integrating aesthetics with functionality, a concept that was revolutionary during the Victorian era. His innovative designs served as a continuous source of inspiration for early 20th-century designers, including Archibald Knox, Josef Hoffmann, and Koloman Moser. Dresser's embrace of machinery and the new manufacturing processes ushered in by the Industrial Revolution not only demonstrated his forward-thinking mindset but also significantly improved the durability and lifespan of his creations.

The timeless metalwork represents one of Dresser's original and exceptional creations. Its sleek and angular design, infused with a touch of wit, impeccably showcases the foundational principles of this visionary designer—a seamless and harmonious coexistence of form and function.

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