Moritz Hacker Vienna Caviar Bowl MH20, Silver Plated – Hollywood Regency Vintage 1950s–1970s, Gift Idea

An elegant silver-plated caviar bowl by the renowned Viennese metalware maker Moritz Hacker (est. 1882). The round bowl rests on a geometric cut-out pedestal and is framed by two delicate loop handles – a piece of mid-century Viennese table culture.

Provenance & Hallmark

The base is clearly stamped "MH20" – Moritz Hacker's mark indicating a 20-micron silver layer, identifying it as genuine Austrian silver plate.

Details & Condition

• Maker: Moritz Hacker, Vienna
• Hallmark: MH20
• Material: silver-plated metal
• Height: approx. 4.5 cm (1.8 in)
• Bowl diameter: approx. 11.5 cm (4.5 in), approx. 15 cm (5.9 in) with handles
• Date: approx. 1950s–1970s
• Condition: excellent, no dents or bends; natural dark silver patina, left unpolished

Uses

For caviar, gourmet salt, capers or small sides on a festive table – or as a ring dish on the vanity. A stylish holiday gift for lovers of Viennese silverware.

Care

Clean with a soft cloth. To preserve the patina, avoid silver polish.

Found at the flea market in Baden bei Wien, among old cutlery and cake servers. Its dark patina tells of many holidays spent on a white tablecloth.

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