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A Highly Decorative Large Austrian Pair of Antique Ewers C1880
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A Highly Decorative Large Austrian Pair of Antique Ewers C1880

19th century
Sold 8 October 2025 · Lee Sherman Antiques
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Stunning Pair of Julius Dressler Majolica Ewers – Art Nouveau Design, 34cm High (c.1900)

A superb and highly decorative pair of Majolica ewers by the celebrated Austrian maker Julius Dressler, dating from around 1900. Standing an impressive 34 cm tall, these striking ewers capture the essence of Art Nouveau design, showcasing Dressler’s renowned craftsmanship and flair for elegant, sculptural form.

Each ewer features a beautifully modelled body with flowing organic lines, ornate loop handles, and a lustrous multicoloured glaze displaying rich tones of turquoise, ochre, and soft green. The surface shimmers with Dressler’s signature iridescent Majolica finish, giving each piece exceptional depth and vibrancy.

Founded in Biela, Bohemia (then part of Austria-Hungary), Julius Dressler was among Europe’s most distinguished ceramic manufacturers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His creations combined artistic innovation with technical mastery and are now highly sought after by collectors of Art Nouveau ceramics and continental decorative arts.

Maker: Julius Dressler, Bohemia

Height: 34 cm

Date: Circa 1900

Condition: Excellent antique condition with only light wear consistent with age; no restoration noted

A visually impressive and finely crafted pair that display beautifully in any setting — ideal for collectors of Majolica, Art Nouveau design, or anyone looking for a unique decorative statement of European artistry.

Date of Manufacture

Lee Sherman Antiques has dated these Austrian Ceramic Ewers to the 1890s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
34.3cm (13.50")
Reference Numbers
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SA1170567
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Description
Stunning Pair of Julius Dressler Majolica Ewers – Art Nouveau Design, 34cm High (c.1900)
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A superb and highly decorative pair of Majolica ewers by the celebrated Austrian maker Julius Dressler, dating from around 1900.
Lee Sherman Antiques

Standing an impressive 34 cm tall, these striking ewers capture the essence of Art Nouveau design, showcasing Dressler’s renowned craftsmanship and flair for elegant, sculptural form.

fig 1. A pair of large Austrian ceramic ewers featuring ornate scrolled handles, moulded rococo motifs, and a green, brown, and pink glaze finish.
fig 1. A Highly Decorative Large Austrian Pair of Antique Ewers C1880

Each ewer features a beautifully modelled body with flowing organic lines, ornate loop handles, and a lustrous multicoloured glaze displaying rich tones of turquoise, ochre, and soft green. The surface shimmers with Dressler’s signature iridescent Majolica finish, giving each piece exceptional depth and vibrancy.

fig 2. A pair of large Austrian ceramic ewers featuring ornate scrolled handles, moulded rococo motifs, and a green, brown, and pink glaze finish.
fig 2. A Highly Decorative Large Austrian Pair of Antique Ewers C1880

Founded in Biela, Bohemia (then part of Austria-Hungary), Julius Dressler was among Europe’s most distinguished ceramic manufacturers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His creations combined artistic innovation with technical mastery and are now highly sought after by collectors of Art Nouveau ceramics and continental decorative arts.

fig 3. A pair of large Austrian ceramic ewers featuring ornate scrolled handles, moulded rococo motifs, and a green, brown, and pink glaze finish.
fig 3. A Highly Decorative Large Austrian Pair of Antique Ewers C1880

Maker: Julius Dressler, Bohemia

Height: 34 cm

Date: Circa 1900

Condition: Excellent antique condition with only light wear consistent with age; no restoration noted

A visually impressive and finely crafted pair that display beautifully in any setting — ideal for collectors of Majolica, Art Nouveau design, or anyone looking for a unique decorative statement of European artistry.

Date of Manufacture

Lee Sherman Antiques has dated these Austrian Ceramic Ewers to the 1890s.

Height
34.3cm (13.50")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1170567
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A pair of large Austrian ceramic ewers featuring ornate scrolled handles, moulded rococo motifs, and a green, brown, and pink glaze finish.
A Highly Decorative Large Austrian Pair of Antique Ewers c1880
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A pair of large Austrian ceramic ewers featuring ornate scrolled handles, moulded rococo motifs, and a green, brown, and pink glaze finish.
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  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialCeramic, Earthenware, Majolica Glaze
  • ColourGreen and Brown
  • MotifsScrolled handles, Rococo scrolls, Fluted body, High-relief moulding
  • SizeH 34.3 cm (14 in)

Austrian ceramic ewers from the late 19th century reflect the revival of historicist styles, heavily influenced by the Baroque and Rococo periods, often produced by renowned Bohemian and Austrian potteries during the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

These pieces are typically crafted from fine earthenware or majolica, shaped through moulding, and finished with intricate hand-painted polychrome glazes and high-relief sculptural detailing.

Authenticity is determined by examining the paste, glaze characteristics, mould registration marks, and makers stamps or impressed numbers on the unglazed base, which are characteristic of late 19th-century European factories.

They make striking focal points when displayed on a sideboard, console, or mantelpiece, contrasting effectively against minimalist architectural backdrops or complementing eclectic maximalist schemes.

Clean gently with a soft, dry cloth, avoid using water or chemical cleaners on antique glazes, and keep them away from direct sunlight and areas prone to extreme temperature fluctuations.
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