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Art Nouveau Silver Beaker – Jewish Charity Association, Münster Germany, 1903 - Art Nouveau Silver Beaker – Jewish Men’s Charity Association (Israelitischer Männer-Wohltätigkeits-Verein), Münster 1903 Art Nouveau silver beaker (800 silver), crafted with exceptionally fine workmanship, featuring deep, fluid floral engraving in the classic Jugendstil style. The beaker bears a full dedication from the Israelitischer Männer-Wohltätigkeits-Verein zu Münster, the Jewish Men’s Charity Association of Münster. Presented to Simon Holzberg in honor of 25 years of service as a board member and his 70th birthday, April 4, 1903. Engraving: “Herrn Simon Holzberg vom Isr. Männer-Wohltätigkeits-Verein zu Münster nach 25 jährigem Wirken als Vorstands-Mitglied zum 70. Geburtstag 4.4.1903.” The craftsmanship is remarkable: crisp linework, finely detailed Art Nouveau floral motifs, and elegant flowing forms typical of early 20th-century German silverwork. Hallmarks: 800, crescent & crown (Germany), unidentified maker. Condition: heavy untouched patina, age wear. Details: • Material: 800 silver • Weight: 95 g • Height: 8.5 cm • Diameter: 6.4 cm • Condition: original patina, light abrasions, no repairs