Ernst Wahlis (1836-1900) Art Nouveau. Ernst Wahliss was an Austrian potter who created rich porcelain and terracotta sculptures for the European elite. Here is a dish in excellent condition with no damage. Brown and green colors The artist is also known for his small sculptures and often depicted women from the Baroque period in lavish clothing. To meet the high demand for his ceramics and sculptures, the artist opened his own Wahliss department store in the center of Vienna. Towards the end of his career, he gave up his design work and moved to the rural town of Velden, where he opened a luxury hotel. Wahliss died on July 18, 1900 in Vienna, Austria. His works are in the collections of the Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences, Sydney, the Carnegie Museum of Art, Pittsburgh and the Museum of New Zealand, Wellington, among others. This piece has an attribution mark, I am sure that it is completely authentic and take full responsibility for any authenticity issues arising from misattribution