Eclectic caviar server, silver-plated brass, Henneberg Brothers, Poland, 19th c.
2 000 PLN
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This 19th-century eclectic caviar server was made by the Henneberg Brothers workshop in Warsaw, crafted from brass with a silver-plated finish. The design blends neoclassical and baroque influences: the rounded body is supported by ornate feet shaped as stylised lion's paws, enriched with foliage motifs. A matte silvery surface, interspersed with areas revealing a brass undertone, lends the server a variegated, patinated character. The domed lid features an elegantly tiered finial adorned with fine grooves and beading, and the profile is emphasised by a wide horizontal rim. Distinctive casting quality and the carefully fitted lid testify to skilled craftsmanship. The condition is authentic—signs of age, wear, surface scratches, dents, and visible patina highlight its history; there are no traces of recent restoration, and all original components remain intact.The form of this server evokes the spirit of pre-war Warsaw artisanal workshops—a period when refined craftsmanship and functionality harmoniously coexisted at the dining table. Classical motifs suggest the pursuit of balance typical of the era, when the vessel was as significant as the delicacy it presented. The subdued silver surface and finely chased details conjure images of afternoons under crystal chandeliers, with the gentle clink of a spoon resounding from the silver bowl.Placed in a living or dining room, the caviar server could complete an arrangement alongside crystal glassware or other serving pieces from the period. It could be juxtaposed with weighty porcelain, cut glass, or dark wood to highlight contrasts in historical textures. In eclectic or collector's interiors, it would serve well as a decorative accent on a console, or in tandem with a neoclassical tray, accentuating the dialogue between antique details and contemporary light.
DIMENSION
Height14 cm
Depth12.5 cm
Width12.5 cm
Dimension details
Width12.5 cm
Height14 cm
Depth12.5 cm
Weight1 kg
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