There were some beautiful silver plated vases created during the Art Nouveau era and many depicted ladies in flowing dresses or naturalistic designs. Silver plated vases were cheaper than sterling silver but many rare examples can still fetch high prices.
The majority of silver plated items at the beginning of the twentieth century used a technique known as electroplating.
Below are some examples and price guides of Art Nouveau silver plated vases including a French figural vase and a two-handled figural vase.
Art Nouveau French Silver- Plated Figural Vase. Signed.
Sold for $2,000 at Antique Kingdom in 2021
A CONTINENTAL ART NOUVEAU SILVER-PLATED TWO-HANDLED FIGURAL VASE, EARLY 20TH CENTURY, of tall rectangular section applied with a maiden, clear cut-glass liner 20¼in. (51.4cm.) high
Sold for USD 2,280 at Christie’s in 2006
A Pair Of Art Nouveau Silver-Plated Vases, Decorated With A Child Fishing In A Pond, The Handles Shaped Like A Mermaid And A Merman, Marked WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik AG, Early 20thC, H 29 Cm
Sold for €500 at Carlo Bonte Auctions in 2021
