Sugar bowl, Art Nouveau, nickel-plated brass, by I. Taschner, Germany, early 20th c.
320 PLN
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ABOUT PRODUCTID 13241
Designed by Ignatius Taschner in early 20th-century Germany, this sugar bowl exemplifies early modernist German craftsmanship, drawing inspiration from Jugendstil aesthetics. Made of nickel-plated brass, it features a cylindrical body with pure lines and a matte, silvery finish enriched by a patinated surface. Distinctive details include organically arched, slender handles on each side and a flat lid topped with a hexagonal nut and rounded knob—balancing utilitarian purpose with restrained decoration. The piece displays marks of age: abrasions, scratches, minor dents, and evidence of repair, especially the replaced handle on the lid. The absence of additional ornamentation reflects a decidedly utilitarian philosophy in design. Condition: visibly worn, with authentic patina, signs of repair, and wear consistent with its period.The form of this sugar bowl embodies the spirit of the early 1900s: its clear line enters a dialogue with the organic impulses of Jugendstil but remains faithfully geared towards practical daily use. The metal, not untouched by oxidation and traces of handling, speaks as an object that has witnessed decades of morning tables and domestic conversation. The replaced lid handle tells a story of continued everyday relevance, where acts of maintenance are woven into the fabric of the original design without disrupting its measured restraint.The sugar bowl may find its place in a collector's interior dedicated to authentic details or on a shelf beside antique household vessels. It could be paired with late 19th- and early 20th-century porcelain or minimalist ceramics to highlight the contrast between the rawness of metal and the finesse of glaze. It will also fit well in eclectic settings with Art Nouveau influences and alongside other patinated metal accessories, enhancing both its utilitarian function and its collectable significance.
DIMENSION
Height7 cm
Depth6 cm
Width11 cm
Dimension details
Width11 cm
Height7 cm
Depth6 cm
Weight1 kg
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