Teapot - Silver plated brass - Tower
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Description from the seller
The kettle you show is a delicious piece within the mid-20th-century art deco universe: a small domestic architecture turned into a utilitarian object. Its stepped tower silhouette, formed by stacked bulbous volumes, gives it an almost sculptural air, as if it were a small metallic edifice with ornamental vocation rather than merely functional.
The silvered brass provides that cold, specular shine that déco design so prized: polished surfaces that catch the light, geometric reflections that emphasize verticality, and a sense of modern luxury without veering into ostentation. The main body, rounded and compact, supports two smaller upper bodies that rise like successive domes, topped with a simple yet elegant knob.
The curved handle, with clean, continuous lines, balances the composition with a nearly aerodynamic gesture, while the short, firm spout maintains functionality without breaking the harmony of the whole. Everything about the piece breathes that mix of modernity, symmetry, and refinement that defines art déco: pure lines, bold volumes, and a taste for form as protagonist.
This type of kettle relates to postwar European production, especially Italian, French, and German workshops that reinterpreted déco with a softer, more domestic language. It is not unusual to find similar pieces in catalogs of manufacturers such as Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik or Italian metal-design workshops from the 1940s–1960s.
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Seller's Story
Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships.
But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices.
On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
Translated by Google TranslateThe kettle you show is a delicious piece within the mid-20th-century art deco universe: a small domestic architecture turned into a utilitarian object. Its stepped tower silhouette, formed by stacked bulbous volumes, gives it an almost sculptural air, as if it were a small metallic edifice with ornamental vocation rather than merely functional.
The silvered brass provides that cold, specular shine that déco design so prized: polished surfaces that catch the light, geometric reflections that emphasize verticality, and a sense of modern luxury without veering into ostentation. The main body, rounded and compact, supports two smaller upper bodies that rise like successive domes, topped with a simple yet elegant knob.
The curved handle, with clean, continuous lines, balances the composition with a nearly aerodynamic gesture, while the short, firm spout maintains functionality without breaking the harmony of the whole. Everything about the piece breathes that mix of modernity, symmetry, and refinement that defines art déco: pure lines, bold volumes, and a taste for form as protagonist.
This type of kettle relates to postwar European production, especially Italian, French, and German workshops that reinterpreted déco with a softer, more domestic language. It is not unusual to find similar pieces in catalogs of manufacturers such as Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik or Italian metal-design workshops from the 1940s–1960s.
Certified shipping and good packaging.
Seller's Story
Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships.
But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices.
On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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Era
1900-2000
Brass type
Silver plated brass
Title additional information
Tower
Material
Brass
Country of origin
France
Style
Art Deco
Colour
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
18 cm
Width
18 cm
Diameter
12 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940
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