Tray, silver-plated brass, Fraget Warsaw, Poland, 19th c.
3 472 PLN
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This rectangular tray, crafted by the Fraget manufactory in Warsaw between 1860 and 1893, exemplifies the refined metalwork of the late 19th century. Made from brass plated with silver, it displays a cool, silvery tone with a subtle matte sheen. The surface is richly adorned with guilloché and engraved floral motifs, symmetrically arranged around a central, unadorned oval cartouche. The tray’s border is gently scalloped, while the ornate handles—cast in the Rococo Revival style—blend harmoniously into the overall form. Its proportions balance robust functionality with decorative finesse, and the fine engraving demonstrates the precision and artistry of historicism bridging Neo-Rococo and Neo-Baroque influences. The underside bears the Fraget signature, authenticating its Warsaw heritage. The tray is in very good condition, free from wear, restoration, or damage, and retains all original features.This tray echoes the era’s voice—an age that valued both splendor and craftsmanship, yet always with a measure of restraint. The guilloché background catches the light like a shimmering surface, while the softly curved handles seem to invite a ceremonial act of serving. Every detail—from the engraved foliage to the flowing edge—speaks of reverence for tradition and the urban elegance of late-19th-century Warsaw. It preserves the memory of gatherings where the act of offering was its own ritual.The Fraget tray could be displayed on a sideboard or credenza in a classic living room, where its silvery finish would highlight arrangements of porcelain or crystal. In a neutral or eclectic setting, pairing it with simple ceramics and linen napkins would create a balanced dialogue between historic craftsmanship and contemporary ease. It could also serve as a focal accent in an elegant dining room, especially when illuminated by candlelight—its guilloché surface casting atmospheric, almost theatrical reflections.
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Height3.5 cm
Length33 cm
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Length33 cm
Height3.5 cm
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