Kom van porselein met decoratie van libel en bloemen c. 1900

This porcelain bowl was crafted by Theo Schmuz-Baudiss and adorned with delicate motifs of flowers. The motifs are a celebration of the natural world, reflecting a broader cultural interest during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The choice of flowers and their arrangement are not accidental. Flowers, across cultures, symbolize ephemerality, beauty, and renewal. Echoes of similar floral motifs can be found in ancient Minoan frescoes, where nature is depicted with a lively, almost ecstatic quality. Consider the continuous presence of floral motifs throughout history. From the fleeting beauty captured in Japanese woodblock prints to the symbolic weight carried in Renaissance paintings, flowers transcend mere decoration. These motifs resonate with our collective memory, a yearning for the idyllic and a recognition of life's transient beauty. The bowl invites us to reflect on the cyclical nature of existence, where growth and decay are intertwined. It’s a subtle yet potent reminder of our connection to the natural world.