Snack tray Mid Century, brown teak, transparent glass, by R. Forgan Bwt, United Kingdom, 1960s.
330 PLN
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ABOUT PRODUCTID 35117
This mid-century snack tray, designed by Richard Forgan Bwt in the United Kingdom during the 1960s, exemplifies the thoughtful utility and aesthetic clarity of its era. The tray features a substantial, circular teak wood base in a warm, medium brown hue with a subtle reddish undertone. Its satin finish highlights the natural wood grain, while gently rounded edges lend an organic, harmonious profile. At the center sits a removable, transparent glass insert, divided into four sections by raised glass dividers. The glass is adorned with a geometric, starburst relief pattern, offering a tactile contrast to the matte-satin wood surface, and the tray is discreetly signed by the designer on the underside. The piece is preserved in very good condition, showing only an even patina and minor surface scratches typical of gentle use over the decades; the glass remains free from chips or cracks. The form of this tray narrates the story of British modernism: its organic lines and balanced proportions evoke a pursuit of harmony between utility and visual delight. The teak wood, with its inherent warmth and noble presence, brings a sense of coziness, while the decorative glass insert recalls the post-war optimism of the 1960s, a time when everyday objects were designed to please the eye as much as serve a function. This is a vessel that seems to whisper of shared moments at the table, convivial gatherings, and an attention to detail—a quiet echo of hospitality and calm from a distant decade
DIMENSION
Height5 cm
Width26 cm
Length26 cm
Dimension details
Length26 cm
Height5 cm
Width26 cm
Weight1 kg
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