Decorative Plate Aquarium, brown white, porcelain, Poland, 1950s
1 984 PLN
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The decorative porcelain plate 'Aquarium' was produced in 1959 by the Wałbrzych Porcelain Factory, a key center of postwar Polish porcelain design. The square form, with gently rounded corners and slightly raised edges, reflects mid-century modern sensibilities, while the deep, glossy brown glaze provides a striking backdrop for the central motif. The front features a stylized, abstract depiction of fish and aquatic plants, rendered in a linear, minimalist manner characteristic of the 1950s. The porcelain surface is smooth and highly glossy, enhancing the interplay of light and shadow. A hanging hook on the reverse allows the plate to serve as a wall decoration. The plate is preserved in very good condition, with no visible damage or signs of use.This plate tells the story of Polish modernism—an era when functional objects were also carriers of artistic and educational value. The geometric composition of fish and aquatic plants evokes an underwater world reimagined through the lens of postwar avant-garde. Abstract lines and a restrained color palette create an atmosphere of calm and modernity, as if the plate invites the viewer to immerse themselves in the harmony of form and light.The decorative nature and compact dimensions of the 'Aquarium' plate make it suitable for pairing with other wall objects in a mid-century modern or minimalist context. It works well against a neutral background, such as in a living room, a home gallery, or on a shelf alongside other ceramics from the era. The plate can be combined with wooden shelving, simple geometric frames, or accents in white and brown to emphasize its modernist heritage and timeless appeal.
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Height13.2 cm
Length13.2 cm
Dimension details
Length13.2 cm
Height13.2 cm
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