Helena cup and saucer, mid-century modern, porcelain, Wawel, Poland, 1970s.
220 PLN
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ABOUT PRODUCTID 11521
This cup and saucer set from the Helena collection, produced by the Wawel porcelain manufactory in Poland in the 1970s, embodies the era’s distinctive blend of modernist geometry and organic patterning. The base porcelain presents a warm golden-beige tone with a pearlescent, iridescent finish that subtly shifts under the light, revealing hints of pink, cream, and grey. Its surface features a marbled motif in shades of gold, beige, and pale rose, appearing on both the slightly conical cup with a gently flared rim and the irregularly shaped saucer. The handle is slender and angular, finished in glossy gold, while the porcelain’s smoothness and lightness reflect the precision associated with Wawel’s craftsmanship. Both elements are coated in a high-gloss, almost mirror-like glaze. The cup and saucer remain in very good condition, with no visible chips, cracks, or signs of wear.In this piece, one hears the voice of the 1970s—a period when Polish functional design sought equilibrium between a fascination with modernity and nostalgia for natural materials and artisanal craft. The lustrous surface captures and diffuses the morning light, while the organic pattern evokes Polish landscapes and the texture of natural stone. The saucer’s asymmetry and golden accents suggest that everyday rituals—like a cup of coffee or tea—can be imbued with a sense of quiet discovery, transforming the ordinary into a celebration of vintage aesthetics.The cup may serve as part of a daily coffee set or as a solo accent on a console or in a glazed display cabinet. It pairs well with other tableware featuring soft, organic lines or with pastel-colored glass. It can be combined with a simple linen nap
DIMENSION
Height8 cm
Depth15 cm
Width15 cm
Dimension details
Width15 cm
Height8 cm
Depth15 cm
Weight1 kg
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