At a time when aesthetic development in many respects is stagnating, a new style - Art Nouveau - emerges. In organic, asymmetrical forms, it weaves its way into an era dominated by the so-called new styles. In the world of glass art, it is carried forward by none other than Emile Gallé, who becomes the figurehead for an entirely new expression that gains recognition at the 1889 World Exposition in Paris. Gallé utilizes the beauty of nature itself in vases and bowls presented in vibrant colors with ornaments drawn from the botanical world. Success breeds similar articles from other manufacturers, and soon Art Nouveau is spreading across the world map. At Crafoord Auctions in Lund, a collection from this period is presented in excellent quality. An extraordinary table lamp signed by Emile Gallé is the auction's clear highlight, but there are several other pieces worth mentioning. One is the intensely turquoise bowl with a crab, created by Almaric Walter, and Henri Berge. Another is Gabriel Argy-Rousseau's bowl in pâte-de-verre. However, these selections could just as easily be replaced by the many other quality objects within the theme. Welcome to find your favorite at Crafoord Auctions in Lund!