H Brogren, tea strainer, silver, Håbes Atelier, Gothenburg 1934
In the form of a stylised fish, pierced decoration in patterns as well as details in relief, with side supports in the form of fins, and a wooden handle in the shape of a tail fin. 10.5 x 9.8 cm. Weight 53 grams.
Minor wear.
Art Déco, or Arts Décoratifs, is a classical decorative style whose name name originates from the 1925 Paris World’s Fair (Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes). The style emerged earlier, already in 1910. The Art Déco style characterises of a streamlined design language with geometrical shapes, vivid colours and stark contrasts. Inspiration was derived from antiques and the opening of Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922. The early 19th century Empire style also inspired the Art Déco’s forms. In Sweden the style was somewhat more restrained and the architecture was often called “20s classicism” or “Swedish Grace”.
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