Sugar bowl, Neoclassicism, silver-plated brass, Fraget, Poland, 19th c.
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This sugar bowl, produced by the Warsaw-based Fraget manufactory in the second half of the 19th century, exemplifies the neoclassical design sensibilities of its era. Its construction features a rectangular form with softly rounded edges, raised on four small, spherical feet. The material is silver-plated brass, with a naturally uneven patina that has developed over years of use, giving the surface a warm, muted silver tone with a subtle golden hue. The sides are adorned with dense, horizontal engravings that create a fine, textured pattern, contrasting with the smooth, undecorated corners. The lid is distinguished by geometric, linear engraving and a central medallion, while a delicate beaded ornament sits above the keyhole—now present without its original locking mechanism. The build is solid, and the precise joints at the corners speak to the craftsmanship of late 19th-century Polish metalwork. The overall aesthetic is minimalist and geometric, with understated decorative accents that never overpower the form. Condition: good, with visible scratches, discolorations, and patina—especially on the lid and sides—attesting to its authenticity and historical age.This sugar bowl echoes the spirit of the late 19th century—a time when Warsaw’s Fraget manufactory bridged classical traditions with the emerging precision of early industrialization. The fine engravings and matte silvered sheen evoke images of tea gatherings in bourgeois salons, where every detail carried meaning. The patina reveals generations of use; this is an object that has witnessed countless family conversations and everyday rituals, while the geometric medallion on the lid seems to
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Height12 cm
Depth10 cm
Width15 cm
Dimension details
Width15 cm
Height12 cm
Depth10 cm
Weight0.5 kg
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