An elegant sugar bowl of Alpacca (nickel silver) with two handles, made by the renowned Argentor works in Vienna in the 1920s. Its design follows the late Art Nouveau style of the interwar years.
Maker and History
In the early 20th century, the Argentor works were among Vienna's well-known makers of tableware and silverware, valued for careful craftsmanship and contemporary design that helped build the international reputation of Viennese applied arts. The company's history ended in 1938.
Material
Alpacca is a silver-colored alloy of copper, nickel and zinc used for fine tableware. Over roughly a hundred years the bowl has kept a soft, age-appropriate patina.
Details
- Width without handles: approx. 7 cm (2.8 in)
- Width with handles: approx. 13.5 cm (5.3 in)
- Height: approx. 7 cm (2.8 in)
- Material: Alpacca (nickel silver)
- Maker: Argentor, Vienna
- Date: 1920s
Condition
Flawless condition with only age-appropriate patina. Please consider the photos part of the condition description.
Uses
A sugar bowl for the coffee table, a dish for candy and confectionery, or a collector's piece in a special spot. A gift for lovers of Viennese craftsmanship, Art Nouveau and historic silverware.
Care
Hand wash with mild detergent and dry well. Polish gently with a silver cloth if desired.
Price is for 1 item. Ships from Austria, carefully packed.
Megaflohmarkt in Vienna. The little bowl stood among modern cutlery, noticeable only for its quiet form. Only on a closer look did it reveal where it came from. How many coffeehouse afternoons had it seen before finding its way back to Vienna?
Sweetness from another century — Things with Soul · VintageAustriaShop
