Butter Dish, cream ceramic, red metal, Europe, 1930s
800 PLN
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This butter dish from the 1930s–50s exemplifies European utilitarian design, where expressive form meets everyday function. The base is crafted from glazed ceramic in a warm, creamy tone, with subtle, rhythmic horizontal ribs and softly rounded corners. Two looped handles are seamlessly integrated into the vessel's silhouette, emphasizing balance and utility. The lid, made of lacquered metal in a vivid red, adopts a low, pyramidal shape with sharply defined edges. A cream-colored, square ceramic knob—delicately offset from the center—crowns the lid, providing a distinctive, modernist touch that contrasts with the metal. The overall style blends Art Deco and early Modernist influences, with geometric outlines and minimal ornamentation. The butter dish remains in very good vintage condition: minor signs of use, glaze crazing, and localized patina or scuffs are present but do not detract from its visual appeal.This piece echoes the voice of modernist Europe—a time when everyday kitchenware acquired almost sculptural forms. The warmth of the ceramic and the bold red of the metal engage in a visual dialogue about function and color, while the geometric lines recall postwar optimism and a belief in progress. Every detail—from the ribbing to the slightly off-center knob—seems to narrate how beauty can reside in the most humble household object.The butter dish may serve as a standalone accent on a breakfast table or as part of a display with other collectible tableware. It can be paired with simple forms—white porcelain, glass, or stainless steel—to highlight the contrast between cream and red. This piece fits equally well in a retro kitchen or a contemporary interior with mid-century or Art Deco elements. It may be used functionally
DIMENSION
Height8 cm
Width18 cm
Length10 cm
Dimension details
Length10 cm
Height8 cm
Width18 cm
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