Johann Loetz Witwe – Décor Merkur With Gold decoration DEK I/138
This imposing vase, designed shortly after the prestigious 1900 World’s Fair in Paris, was crafted by Johann Loetz Witwe and executed in the “Merkur” décor. With an impressive height of 33 cm, this masterpiece immediately captures attention. The body of the vase is adorned with an intricate gold decoration of flowers and leaves, which seem to organically grow across the glass surface. This decoration emphasizes the harmony between natural motifs and artisanal perfection, characteristic of the Jugendstil style.
The glass is blown in a green-yellow color, typical of the Merkur décor, and features a stunning iridescent layer in shades of blue and silver. This remarkable shimmer enhances the dynamic effect of the gold decoration and gives the object an ethereal appearance. The design of this vase is documented in the literature under Series II, no. 764.
Since a similar design, Series II, no. 414, was specifically created for the World’s Fair in Paris, it is highly likely that this successful form served as inspiration for the design of this vase. This highlights the ongoing evolution and refinement of Loetz designs during this period, where aesthetics and technique reached exceptional heights.
Gold decoration DEK I/138
On the underside, the vase bears a polished pontil marked in gold paint with I/138, referring to the applied gold décor, also known as the DEK number. Although this type of decoration is already present on other Loetz objects, this particular vase is the first known example with this exact designation. As such, it plays a crucial role in further research on the classification and documentation of Loetz glass decorations, including DEK I/138.
This vase serves as a key piece in the assignment and identification of DEK I/138 and is a valuable and rare object within the world of Jugendstil glass art.
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