This monumental fireplace stands in the large entrance hall. The intricately carved plants were inspired by the flora of the local region, symbolically rooting the house into its location.

Flowers, vegetables, fruit and vines are classic Art Nouveau motifs and are typical of Majorelle's work in general. They fill the house in multiple forms, from ironwork and murals to lamps and stained glass windows.

Artist Jacques Grüber created this one (right), depicting the silvery seed pods of honesty, an auspicious symbol also known as the money plant.

Time warp homes – untouched time capsule properties of the past