ERNEST BUSSIÈRE (1863-1913) SCULPTOR & MANUFACTURE KELLER & GUÉRIN À LUNÉVILLE Sébile Escargots, model created circa [1903], an identical proof in the Musée de l'École de Nancy. Hollow bowl with two title-shaped handles treated in the round. Green and purple glazed ceramic proof with slight iridescent effects. Art nouveau period. Marked K.G. Lunéville Martin under the base. Height:8cm - Length:17,5cm Public collections : Musée de l'École de Nancy - An identical model is preserved in the collections of this institution, with the BUSSIÈRE signature under the base, under inventory number Corbin 196. Bibliography: Céramiques végétales - Ernest Bussière et l'art nouveau - Musée de l'École de Nancy - Catalogue of the eponymous exhibition held from June 21 to September 25, 2000 at the Musée de l'École de Nancy. Identical model reproduced on page 35.