This decorative plate from the Zakopane School, dating to the 1920s, is crafted from turned hardwood and measures 32 cm in diameter with a height of approximately 3.2 cm. The piece features a subtly asymmetrical form, emphasizing its artisanal nature. A deep, matte black serves as the background, highlighting a hand-painted central motif of a highlander playing the flute against a stylized mountain landscape with pine trees and a traditional wooden chalet. The border is richly adorned with a repeating geometric and floral pattern in gold, ochre, and green, rendered with intricate precision. The carved and polished surface displays a gentle patina and minor abrasions, typical of age, but the overall condition is very good—no cracks or major damage are present, only slight traces of use in keeping with its vintage character. The plate’s design tells the story of an era when Polish folk art was experiencing a renaissance—the 1920s in Zakopane marked a search for a distinct artistic language, drawing from everyday life and the surrounding natural world. The dark background and expressive landscape evoke a longing for mountain tranquility, while the dynamic lines and stylized figures reflect the Zakopane School’s signature approach. Every detail, from the pastel-toned mountains to the golden accents, conjures the atmosphere of old evenings in wooden cottages, where stories and music blended with the rhythms of the region. The plate can be displayed as a standalone wall piece, especially in interiors inspired by folk, modernist, or eclectic styles. It would also work well on a wooden console table in the living room, paired with ceramics or textiles in natural textures. Consider combining it with other folk art objects or against a neutral backdrop to emphasize the depth of the black and the
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Height3 cm
Width32 cm
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Width32 cm
Height3 cm
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