CLAUDIUS LINOSSIER (1893-1953) Friezes of crosses and dots in concave diamond-shaped reserves & Falling stylized branches Large ovoid vase with very wide annular neck; the base forms a slight heel. Proof in copper dinanderie, entirely hammer-mounted. The frieze is decorated with a fire patina and silver inlays on a richly shaded red background, also with a fire patina. The stylized branch motifs on the neck drop are executed in cast silver inlays. The entire base is finished in richly fire-formed red, silver and anthracite pebbles. Sold with its original base in stained wood, most probably made in André Sornay's workshops; showing scratches. Signed Cl. LINOSSIER, with a tool under the base. Height vase alone: 25cm Height with wooden base: 27cm Provenance: Private collection: Private collection. This work has been in the family of the current owner since its origin; the grandfather, the first owner of the vase, was close to the artist.