Art Nouveau sugar bowl, silver-plated brass, Berndorf, Germany, early 20th c.
330 PLN
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This silver-plated brass sugar bowl from the early 20th century, produced by Berndorf in Germany, exemplifies Art Nouveau metalwork. The piece features a cool, silvery finish with a predominantly matte surface, contrasted by subtle, polished areas where regular use has gently smoothed the metal. Its body is decorated with wide, vertical fluting that creates a segmented, geometric effect—reflective of Secessionist design principles. The domed lid is topped with a faceted, pointed finial and circled by engraved rings, while the rim below is adorned with a beaded, raised border. Two slender, arched handles, symmetrically positioned, complete the balanced profile and functional silhouette. Visible signs of age include pinpoint pitting, tarnish, discoloration, and fine scratches, but there are no significant dents or structural damage. The bowl is crafted using traditional metalworking and assembly techniques. It remains in good condition, bearing age-appropriate wear that affirms its authenticity.The sugar bowl’s silhouette speaks to the sensibilities of the Art Nouveau era—a dialogue between ornament and restraint, where functional form is enriched by stylized details. Its surface, alternating between soft matte and glints of silver, hints at the passage of hands and the comfort of familiar rituals. The refined fluting and decorative trim evoke the turn of the century’s aspiration to bring subtle beauty into everyday life. A gentle tarnish and minor imperfections are visual records of years at the center of
DIMENSION
Height11 cm
Depth8 cm
Width9 cm
Dimension details
Width9 cm
Height11 cm
Depth8 cm
Weight1 kg
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