Appetizer platter, Modernism, glass, by J. Drost, Ząbkowice, Poland, 1970s.
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This pressed glass appetizer platter, designed by Jan Sylwester Drost for HSG Ząbkowice in Poland in the 1970s, is made of clear, soda-lime glass shaped in a seamless, one-piece construction. The round form features gentle undulations along the rim, lending an organic, slightly asymmetrical outline. Three separate sections are divided by molded, raised glass partitions, offering practical utility for serving assorted appetizers. The surface is textured with an irregular, frosted pattern reminiscent of melting ice or hammered glass, yielding a predominantly matte finish accented by smooth, glossy details on the dividers and parts of the rim. The glass is thick and robust, with subtle optical distortions that underscore the decorative potential of the material. The style expresses hallmarks of 1970s Central European modernism, where functionality coexists with a distinct sculptural presence. The platter is preserved in very good condition, free from chips, cracks, or major traces of wear.The object channels the understated strength of utilitarian glassware at the cusp of change—its play of light across the frosted, matte relief echoes an era fascinated by nature's forms and the measured discipline of geometry. In the spirit of the 1970s, Polish glasswork here voice the pursuit of balance: the gentle wave of the rim eases the technical rigor, while the glass dividers recall a rational approach to everyday rituals. The platter might tell stories of social gatherings where order and comfort are softened by decorative subtlety—an aesthetic both practical and collectible for admirers of the communist era.The platter can be used as a focal point for entertaining: juxtaposed with trays in tinted pressed glass or set atop a contrasting tablecloth, it creates a lively centerpiece.
DIMENSION
Height2 cm
Depth24 cm
Width28 cm
Dimension details
Width28 cm
Height2 cm
Depth24 cm
Weight1 kg
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