Tray Art Deco, blue glass, Huta Szkła Inwald, Czech Republic, 1930s.
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This Art Deco glass tray, produced by the Inwald glassworks in Dubi, Czechia, circa 1930, is a distinctive example of interwar modernist craft. Realized in solidly colored pressed glass in a deep, vibrant cobalt blue (not black), the piece features a rectangular silhouette with softly rounded corners and prominent geometric handles on the short sides. The top and underside are adorned with vertical ribbing running the length of the tray, reinforcing the symmetrical, architectural rhythm typical of Art Deco. Stepped and bevel-cut edges reference the period’s fascination with architectural forms. The glossy surface of the glass and the saturated blue hue heighten the play of light on ridges and facets, lending visual depth. The tray sits solidly and is preserved in very good original condition, with only minimal traces of use visible upon close inspection—no chips, cracks, or repairs; no signs of restoration. This piece resonates with the spirit of Art Deco—a period that redefined everyday items through bold geometry and rich color. The cobalt glass references the urban optimism of the 1930s, while the precise fluting and clean lines speak of a fascination with symmetry, light, and modern technique. It is easy to imagine this tray gracing a bourgeois drawing room, ev
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Height1 cm
Depth18 cm
Width12 cm
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Width12 cm
Height1 cm
Depth18 cm
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