Business card tray Art Deco, dark brown bronzed metal, Poland, 1920s.
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This business card tray with lionesses, crafted in Warsaw in the 1920s, exemplifies the refined Polish desk accessories of the Art Deco era. Made from bronzed white metal, the piece is finished with a deep, almost black brown patina, displaying a subtle metallic sheen. The design rests on an elliptical base with a shallow oval depression intended for business cards or writing instruments. Its most distinctive element is a pair of dynamic, stylized lionesses, their muscular forms and expressive faces seamlessly merging with the base. Lighter highlights on the raised areas suggest both a noble patina and gentle traces of age. The construction is solid, the surface smooth and slightly glossy. The overall condition is excellent: there are no damages or restorations, only minor surface marks consistent with age, and the original patina enhances the authenticity. The form of this tray tells the story of the 1920s, when refined details inspired by global Art Deco began to appear in Polish interiors. The prowling lionesses seem caught mid-stride, evoking the power and elegance of a modern era when sculptural animal motifs symbolized dynamism and confidence. The metallic surface catches the light, casting atmospheric shadows, while subtle color transitions highlight the relief and crispness of the details. Even when resting on a desk, this object conjures the spirit of interwar Warsaw and modernist luxury. The tray would suit a study or living room in the Art Deco style, but it could also be paired with minimalist furniture to emphasize its sculptural presence. It may be placed atop polished wood, glass, or marble—perhaps on a sideboard alongside a geometric lamp or a substantial pen. It can serve as an
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Height9 cm
Depth24 cm
Width17 cm
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Width17 cm
Height9 cm
Depth24 cm
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