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1905

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  • We acquired this object.

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Vase, from the Hôtel Guimard, Paris, France Vase, 1905

This is a Vase. It was designed by Hector Guimard and founded by Paul Philippon. It is dated 1905 and we acquired it in 1956. Its medium is bronze, gold. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Madame Hector Guimard. It is credited Gift of Mme. Hector Guimard.

Its dimensions are

H x W x D: 26.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 cm (10 7/16 x 4 15/16 x 4 15/16 in.)

It is signed

"Hector Guimard"

Cite this object as

Vase, from the Hôtel Guimard, Paris, France Vase, 1905; Designed by Hector Guimard ((French, 1867–1942)); Founded by Paul Philippon (French, active 1893 - 1919); bronze, gold; H x W x D: 26.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 cm (10 7/16 x 4 15/16 x 4 15/16 in.); Gift of Mme. Hector Guimard; 1956-76-2

This object was previously on display as a part of the exhibition Hector Guimard.

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