Cruet set - Silver plated brass - with Especieros

Oil, vinegar, and spice set (early 20th century)

This decorative and functional set reflects the domestic taste of the first half of the 20th century, when formal tables often showcased pieces crafted in glass and metal. It includes two tall bottles for oil and vinegar, accompanied by two small containers for salt and pepper, all gathered on an ornate metal stand.

Highlights

• Carved glass bottles
The two main bottles feature transparent glass with decorative cuts and similarly crafted stoppers. Their streamlined design fits the trends from 1920 to 1940, when pressed glass and decorated crystal were common in elegant tableware.
• Metal spice jars
The small containers combine glass with perforated metal caps. This type of spice shaker remained popular from the late 19th century well into the 20th century, especially in households seeking a refined touch without sacrificing practicality.
• Ornate metal support
The structure that supports the set stands out for its central handle with decorative motifs and a dark ornament at the top. Its style blends neobaroque influences with late Art Nouveau, very common in household objects between 1900 and 1930.
• Pressed glass base
The lower tray, with a raised geometric pattern, provides stability and the characteristic shine of pressed glass, a material very common in everyday items but with a decorative purpose.


Historical context

In the first half of the 20th century, especially before World War II, it was common for well-off households to have complete sets of condiments that combined utility and visual presence. The mix of ornate metal and cut glass reflects a transition between the ornamentation inherited from the 19th century and the more sober tastes that would come later.

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