This Biedermeier tazza, crafted in Austria circa 1840, exemplifies the technical finesse and aesthetic restraint of its era. The hemispherical bowl, supported by three highly polished black wooden spheres set upon a stepped walnut base, clearly echoes the period’s affinity for geometric forms and functional simplicity. The walnut burl surface displays a rich, intricate grain, accentuated by a lustrous shellac finish that lends a mirror-like sheen. A decorative band of inlay – alternating yellowish and dark brown rectangles in various woods and bone – encircles the rim, introducing a subtle checkerboard rhythm. The overall palette is a warm medium brown with gentle contrasts, while the proportions (13 cm diameter, 8 cm height) make it suited both for display and for use. Condition: professionally restored, with no visible signs of wear. The tazza evokes the voice of mid-19th-century bourgeois Austria: measured, pragmatic, yet deeply appreciative of artisanal tradition. Its harmonious hemisphere, poised upon spherical supports, seems to whisper of drawing rooms where simplicity and refinement coexisted. The walnut burl, animated by glancing light beneath the shellac, narrates a story of the era’s fascination with natural materials, while the inlay brings a daily joy—like a discreet ornament at a tea table. It would serve as a focal point on a classic dining table or sideboard in an interior inspired by Biedermeier or neoclassical motifs. The tazza could be paired with period porcelain, crystal glassware, or minimalist accessories to highlight the dialogue between historical craftsmanship and contemporary design. It will also find its place in eclectic collector’s spaces, where its presence among other antiques or clean-lined modern pieces will accentuate its enduring appeal.
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Height8 cm
Depth13 cm
Width13 cm
Dimension details
Width13 cm
Height8 cm
Depth13 cm
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