This figural centerpiece dish, crafted by the Fraget manufactory in Warsaw during the 1920s, exemplifies neoclassical design rooted in the harmony of proportions and the refined interplay of materials. The main body is cast from silver-plated brass, crowned by a finely detailed Greek sphinx figure with outstretched wings and a sculpted mane. The cylindrical pedestal features classical motifs, including lyre reliefs, reinforcing its neoclassical inspiration. The round dish is made from clear, cut crystal glass, finished with a scalloped rim and vertical cuts that gently diffuse the light. Attention to detail and solid construction are evident in the crisp, visible joints between metal and glass. The piece is signed, measures 33 cm in height with a dish diameter of 22.5 cm, and is preserved in very good condition—showing only minor, age-appropriate wear on the metal surface, with the glass free of chips or cracks.This centerpiece echoes the spirit of the 1920s, when classical forms regained prominence as symbols of stability and enduring elegance. The sphinx—mythical guardian of secrets and beauty—serves not only as an ornament, but as a silent protector of the table. The plated surface, touched by gentle patina, and the winged form of the sphinx speak of a longing for harmony that neoclassicism brought during times of change. The brilliance of crystal lends lightness, while the lyre reliefs quietly
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Height33 cm
Length22.5 cm
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Length22.5 cm
Height33 cm
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