Editor’s Pick from Wunder Kammer
Provenance
This Art Deco tea set came from a generous friend who was clearing out her attic. It was standing outside. The bold, geometric design caught my eye immediately — and she told me I could take it.
I’m now offering the set for sale through Wunder Kammer. All proceeds will go to a dog shelter — a straightforward gesture between two dog lovers.
Description & Function
This striking set includes a teapot, sugar bowl, and milk jug — all featuring a circular, streamlined design that nods to the Machine Age and early Modernist ideals. The strong, industrial shapes are softened by the patina of time and the gentle sheen of silverplate.
The design is functional yet sculptural, almost like a piece of Bauhaus-inspired architecture scaled down to the intimacy of a tea ritual. With black Bakelite handles and knobs, and perfectly fitted hinged lids, each piece is as elegant as it is practical.
Whether used for serving or displayed as a trio, this set adds a sense of timeless futurism to any interior.
Origin & Production
Stamped E.P.N.S. (Electro Plated Nickel Silver), likely produced in England or France in the 1930s. Though no maker’s mark is present, the precise construction and balanced proportions suggest a quality workshop, possibly influenced by designers like Keith Murray or Jean Puiforcat.
A rare surviving complete set — a quiet relic from an age where even the teapot spoke the language of progress.
Material & Finish
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Electroplated nickel silver (silver on brass/copper alloy)
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Black Bakelite or early resin handles and knobs
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Hinged lids with smooth, tight closure
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Unpolished surface with original patina
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Visible signs of use and age, including minor scratches and tarnish consistent with vintage character
Dimensions & Weight
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Teapot: approx. 22 cm wide × 16 cm high
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Milk Jug: approx. 14 cm wide × 11 cm high
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Sugar Bowl: approx. 12 cm wide × 10 cm high
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Total weight (all three items): approx. 1.4 kg
(Measurements are approximate and taken at widest points)
🔍 Condition
Very good vintage condition. No dents or structural damage.
All three pieces show a rich patina and subtle wear — authentic traces of time rather than flaws.
🚚 Shipping Info
Ships from Italy
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Carefully packed with bubble wrap and double cardboard box
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Standard tracked shipping to NL starts at €15 via Poste Italiane
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Express shipping via DHL or UPS available upon request
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Free local pickup in Piemonte possible
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