This flat teapot from the 1930s, produced by Ćmielów in Poland, exemplifies the modernist approach to design characteristic of the early 20th century. Crafted from porcelain in a cool, uniform shade of white, it features a geometric, flattened oval body, a strikingly angular handle composed of three parallel segments, and a short, wide spout. The lid is gently domed and topped with a small, faceted knob, while the subtly squared base accentuates the architectural rhythm of the piece. The surface is smooth and unadorned, free from any decorative motifs or patterns, highlighting the minimalist aesthetic. The construction is precise, with sharply defined edges and carefully integrated joints. Minor signs of age are present—faint surface scratches and slight discoloration—yet there are no major chips or cracks. Condition: shows signs of use typical for the 1930s.The form of this teapot speaks with the voice of interwar modernism—restraint, clarity, and function were answers to the needs of a changing society. Its geometric proportions and interplay of simple planes echo Art Deco influences, yet the prevailing feeling is one of pragmatism and structural purity. The porcelain, cool and smooth, seems to conjure mornings in prewar Warsaw, where coffee or tea was served in vessels that sought not only to serve but to define a new rhythm
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Height23 cm
Width12 cm
Length17 cm
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Length17 cm
Height23 cm
Width12 cm
Weight1 kg
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