Serving dish with dome, silver-plated brass, clear glass, Sweden, 1940s
620 PLN
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ABOUT PRODUCTID 38573
This covered serving dish, produced in Sweden in the 1940s, is a testament to the transitional aesthetics between late Art Deco and early modernism. The circular base is a silver-plated brass platter with a cool, subtly mirrored finish, accented by a fine, embossed border. The clear pressed glass dome is richly adorned with raised motifs of stylized flowers and leaves, arranged in symmetrical panels separated by vertical, textured bands. The dome is topped with a faceted clear glass handle, serving both as a decorative element and a functional grip. The proportions are harmonious, with the dome fitting snugly onto the plate, resulting in a unified, refined composition. The underside bears a maker’s mark confirming authenticity. The piece is preserved in very good condition—no chips, cracks, or significant signs of use; the glass remains clear and the base shows only minimal, natural patina.This serving dish tells a story of Swedish table culture, where function and ornament blend seamlessly. Its form echoes the restrained optimism of the 1940s: the cool sheen of the silvered brass reflects light, while the relief patterns on the dome evoke botanical drawings frozen in glass. The faceted handle introduces a quiet ritual to lifting the dome, as if each presentation of food were a small, daily celebration.This piece would work beautifully as a centerpiece in a classic or modernist living or dining room, ideal for displaying pastries, cheeses, or fruit. It can be paired with geometric-patterned porcelain, silver cutlery, or faceted crystal glassware to highlight
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Height14.5 cm
Length15 cm
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Length15 cm
Height14.5 cm
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