Art Deco bouillon cup, silver-plated brass, Fraget, Poland, 1950s

Bouillon glass made of silver-plated brass, signed by Fraget – a Polish manufacturer known for high-quality table metalwork in the mid-20th century. It comes from the 1950s and was designed in the spirit of Art Deco – the simple silhouette of the vessel with a wide-profiled rim is complemented by a sculptural handle with a double, spirally twisted finish. The cool, silvery colour of the surface acquires a delicate sheen, veiled by local patina and slight signs of oxidation – especially visible in the handle area and on the edges. The surface is smooth, with slight undulations and subtle micro-scratches, typical of hand finishing and age. The base is massive, reinforced with a geometric gradation of concentric circles. All elements remain original and integrally connected – without visible screws, welds or secondary repairs. The condition is very good: only natural signs of use and minor abrasions related to the passage of time are visible. This bouillon cup is like the voice of a mid-century table, where form and function go hand in hand: it tells the story of Polish modernism, for which Art Deco was the starting point for synthetic yet sophisticated decorativeness. The curved, twisted handle recalls the social gestures of past decades, and the coolness of the silver reflects light as in an elegant 1950s interior. The shape and proportions of the vessel emphasise the character of the era, when even simple everyday utensils could be carriers of style and elegance, worthy of a salon or a refined table. The vessel can be combined with other silver or silver-plated tableware: a tray from the same period, a porcelain cup in a geometric Art Deco pattern or a linen tablecloth in a subdued colour will emphasise the refined lines of the bouillon cup. It will work perfectly both in collector's arrangements inspired by modernism and in a more eclectic living room, where the silvery sheen of metal combines with the warmth of wood or ceramics. It can be used both as part of a service and as a decorative accent on a console or shelf with antique dishes.