Advertisement for the Müller Potteries at Ivry 1897

This 1897 bronze plaque by Alexandre-Louis-Marie Charpentier is an advertisement for the Müller Potteries in Ivry. The artwork depicts a young boy holding a small sculpture of a woman. The boy’s pose and the inscription on the base of the sculpture, “Émile Muller,” suggest that he is representing the company's success. The plaque is a testament to the growing popularity of art nouveau in the late 19th century, showcasing a decorative style that blended organic motifs with a sense of dynamism and movement.