Antique Jennings Brothers JB Cast Copper Art Nouveau Amphora Urn Vase

This elegant Art Nouveau urn, produced by the prestigious Jennings Brothers (JB) foundry of Bridgeport, Connecticut, is a quintessential example of turn-of-the-century American art metalwork. Dating to the early 1900s, the piece features a classic amphora silhouette elevated by high-swept handles and a pedestal base. The central body is adorned with a sophisticated neoclassical relief pattern, showcasing a delicate band of floral swags, ribbons, and miniature urn motifs that transition seamlessly into deep vertical fluting. Its rich copper finish has aged into a beautiful, warm patina with natural darkening in the recessed areas, highlighting the exceptional casting quality for which Jennings Brothers was world-renowned.

Regarding its condition, this antique vessel remains in very good structural order and does bear a slight lean (as shown in listing photos) with firm handles and a stable base. It displays a genuine, honest patina consistent with its hundred-year history. Please note that there is a small, age-related pinhole/fissure on the side of the urn see listing photos), a common characteristic in antique cast metal of this era. This minor imperfection does not detract from its striking visual appeal but makes the urn best suited for dry decorative arrangements or as a standalone statement piece. Whether displayed on a mantel or as part of a curated collection of Belle Époque antiques, this Jennings Brothers urn offers a timeless touch of Gilded Age sophistication. The bottom of the urn has the signature "JB," Jennings Brothers manufacturer mark and a four-digit model number 1936 (the '9' in the model number has been lost to age/wear).

Measurements (approximate - rounded to the nearest quarter inch):
10.25 inches in height
3.75 inches wide (at widest point)
3 inches base diameter

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