Ikebana vessel, model 494, white blue faience, by W. Płażewski, Poland, 1960s.
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Ikebana, model 494, is a distinctive example of Polish modernist design from the 1960s, created by Wit Płażewski for the Włocławek Faience Factory. Crafted from fine-grained faience, the bowl features a smooth, unified texture, highlighted by a high-gloss glaze. The dominant creamy white serves as a subtle backdrop for hand-painted, vertical brushstrokes in shades of blue and cobalt, forming a dynamic, textile-inspired pattern. The vessel’s elongated, oval form—with gently upturned, asymmetrical ends—evokes the organic, flowing lines characteristic of mid-century modern aesthetics. A factory signature on the underside attests to its provenance. The condition is described as very good, with no chips, cracks, or signs of heavy use, and the painted decoration remains crisp and vivid.This piece tells the story of an era when function and decoration coexisted in everyday objects. The Włocławek Ikebana, in line with Polish modernist ideals, embodies harmony between form and detail: organic contours exude calm, while the rhythmic blue strokes recall summer mornings by the Vistula River. Each hand-painted mark reflects the spirit of the ceramic workshop, where the artisan balanced repetition with individual expression, making every piece unique. The bowl thus speaks of a time when modernity met the tradition of craftsmanship.The Ikebana vessel is best showcased in interiors inspired by the 1960s or in collector-oriented spaces, where
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Height13 cm
Width36 cm
Length20 cm
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Length20 cm
Height13 cm
Width36 cm
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