Prof. Francesco Carelli

Abel Landry(1868 – 1923) along with Colonna, De Feure and Gaillard, was a major contributor to Samuel Bing’s ‘Pavillon Art Nouveau’ at the Paris 1900 Exhibition, and to La Maison Moderne. His works were accepted also at the International Decorative Exposition in Turin in 1902 His work is close to that of his fellow Parisian designers, but especially in his designs for metalwork, shows an influence of the work of Henry van de Velde. Landry’s ceramics are known for their Art Nouveau aestethic, featuring organic flowing lines and stylized floral motifs, as in the metallic structures sustaining the vases. The use of iridescent glaze and the inclusion of Landry’s signature at base of metallic and pewter works further enhance the decorative appeal, making them quintessential examples of his works.

 

Iridescent ceramic and metal sustain

 

Pewter and silver double candlestick