This 1980s watering can is crafted from metal with a matte, silvery finish, imparting a cool, industrial character typical of modernist utility objects from the era. Its body forms a softly rounded dome with harmonious proportions (height 18 cm, width 34 cm), completed by a large, circular handle made from the same metal—providing both ergonomic grip and a distinctive visual feature. The long, slender, straight spout allows for precise watering, while the seamless construction—without visible welds or joints—underscores the solidity of the piece. The lack of additional decoration or ornamentation reflects the late 20th-century focus on functional, utilitarian design. The watering can is preserved in good condition, with visible patina and signs of use characteristic for its vintage age. The form of this watering can speaks to an era when everyday objects combined simplicity with a pronounced presence in the living space. The metal echoes the 1980s—a decade in which utilitarian accessories often made a quiet statement of taste and a modern approach to function. The cool gleam of the silvered surface and the gentle curve of the body evoke interiors where even plant care tools claimed their own unique identity. The patina on the surface bears witness to a history of daily use—as if the watering can remembers dozens of watered plants and quiet mornings among household windowsills. It could be used in minimalist, contemporary settings as well as interiors featuring vintage or industrial accents. It would work well displayed on an open shelf among potted greenery, where its geometric form can highlight the architectural rhythm of the composition. It may be paired with simple-lined ceramics, raw wood, or glass—where natural light will softly reflect off the silvery metal. The can offers cohesion in spaces where both practicality and the aesthetic presence of everyday objects matter.
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Height18 cm
Width34 cm
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Width34 cm
Height18 cm
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