Got this gem today, an aesthetic movement apprentice piece (or shop sample) wash stand. It’s just 25cm tall and as detailed as a full size version. Always wanted an “apprentice piece” but they’re always either a fortune or not actually an apprentice piece (home made doll’s furniture).

#aestheticmovement #apprenticepiece #antique #miniature #miniaturefurniture #furnituremaking

@histodons The mood and material culture of the 1890s (ruling-class version) summed up in one object.

Bat brooch, ca. 1890. Pearl body and plique-à-jour enamel wings set with diamonds. Sotheby’s. More info: https://www.langantiques.com/university/aesthetic-period-1885-1901

Via @archaeologyandart (on the bird site) with an assist from @butchsplendide

#DecadentMovement
#FinDeSiecle
#ArtNouveau
#AestheticMovement
#Victorian