{"product_id":"cherub-relief-wall-plaque-by-heinrich-schievelkamp-art-nouveau-style","title":"Antique WMF Jugendstil Relief Plaque by Hermann Schievelkamp c.1900 – Framed German Art Nouveau Wall Panel","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Rare Example of German Art Nouveau Craftsmanship\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage HQ is pleased to offer this exceptional WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik) Kunst-Anstalt Geislingen relief plaque, designed by noted German sculptor Hermann Schievelkamp (1863–1936) and dating to the height of the Jugendstil movement, circa 1895–1910.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautifully executed, the plaque depicts four cherubic children seated amongst tree branches, displaying the flowing forms and romanticism characteristic of German Art Nouveau. The front bears the sculptor’s signature, while the reverse retains the impressed “KUNSTANSTALT WMF GEISLINGEN ST.” mark, confirming production by the artistic division of WMF in Geislingen an der Steige, Germany.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining sculpture, decorative art and architectural elegance, this is a highly decorative and increasingly difficult-to-find piece from one of Germany’s most renowned manufacturers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic German Art Nouveau relief plaque.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduced by WMF Kunst-Anstalt, Geislingen an der Steige, Germany.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned by renowned sculptor Hermann Schievelkamp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCirca 1895–1910.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepicts four cherubic children amongst tree branches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSigned by the artist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReverse impressed with the original WMF foundry mark.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich aged patina.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMounted within a later sympathetic frame.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for a study, library, hallway or period home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions Approx\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth: 48 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 15 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresented in very good antique condition commensurate with age. The relief retains an attractive original patina and displays beautifully. The frame is believed to be a later addition. Please refer to the photographs as they form part of the description. Additional images are available upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWMF’s Kunst-Anstalt division produced some of the finest decorative metalwork of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Examples bearing both the sculptor’s signature and the WMF Geislingen mark are increasingly sought after by collectors, decorators and admirers of European Art Nouveau.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether displayed above a desk, console or mantelpiece, this elegant plaque provides a timeless connection to the golden age of German decorative arts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAustralia-wide shipping available.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocal collection is welcomed from Vintage HQ, Heidelberg, Victoria, by appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessionally packed to ensure safe delivery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage HQ – Curated Objects with Character and History.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeywords: WMF, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Hermann Schievelkamp, German relief plaque, architectural wall panel, cherub plaque, antique European decorative art, Geislingen, Jugendstil wall sculpture.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage HQ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49455648604389,"sku":null,"price":2150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/1255\/3701\/files\/IMG_8558.jpg?v=1782197522","url":"https:\/\/vintagehq.com.au\/products\/cherub-relief-wall-plaque-by-heinrich-schievelkamp-art-nouveau-style","provider":"Vintage HQ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}