Art Nouveau platter, silver-plated brass, white porcelain, Austria, early 20th c.
660 PLN
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This early 20th-century Art Nouveau centerpiece from Austria combines silver-plated brass with white porcelain. The body features a subtly yellow-toned metal finished in a semi-gloss, satiny sheen, while the outwardly flared rim is decorated with a delicate row of evenly spaced beaded accents. The shallow, wide dish is centered with a porcelain insert of pure white, providing a canvas for a hand-painted still life: blue berries and softly shaded gray-blue and white leaves rendered in typical early 20th-century manner. The proportions are visually airy but the structure remains robust. Patina and gentle aging are visible on the metal, attesting to its authenticity and period origin, but there is no evidence of damage or restoration. The overall state is very good, with only natural signs of time marking the surface and confirming its vintage character.The dish recounts the elegance of Viennese Art Nouveau, where the fascination with floral forms yielded refined ornamentation tailored for everyday beauty. The softly painted motif whispers of breakfasts beneath turn-of-the-century ceilings, where applied arts became a poetic element of the daily table. The interplay of cold metal and warm porcelain becomes a metaphor for light meeting substance—metallic reflections calmed by the gentle depth of ceramic artistry.Such a platter can be displayed alone as a highlight on a low table or sideboard, fitting seamlessly with Art Nouveau-inspired décor or within more eclectic collectible interiors. It could be combined with delicate period glassware or set alongside dark wood surfaces to emphasize the porcelain's clarity and the subtle sheen of the metal. The piece also finds a place in modern spaces, where its historic provenance might be contrasted with minimalist floral compositions or individual branches.
DIMENSION
Height5 cm
Depth14 cm
Width25 cm
Dimension details
Width25 cm
Height5 cm
Depth14 cm
Weight1 kg
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