Vintage Art Deco black glass platter Fish in Ocean Depths, Afors Sweden, 1930s

Vintage Art Deco platter made of black glass with high-quality hand-painted enamel and deep symbolism, which is rarely seen. Ocean depths colors of enamel. 

This composition depicts a fish surrounded by concentric circles, creating an effect of movement and depth. 

The central focus is a fish, painted in shades of blue, symbolizing serenity and fluidity. The concentric circles surrounding the fish create a sense of depth and movement, as if the fish is swimming through a watery environment.

The use of concentric circles adds dynamism and engages the viewer, making it feel like they are looking down at the water's surface, watching the fish's movement.

Fish in Art Deco also associated with tranquility, adaptability, and the mysteries of the ocean. They can also symbolize exploration and the hidden wonders of the sea.

This image can also symbolize the inner world of a person, with the fish representing the soul's tranquility and innocence, and the concentric circles representing layers of emotions and experiences.

Pressed glass. Åfors glassworks, Sweden. 1920-30s. Diameter 29 cm. Excellent vintage condition.

Why Buy Vintage Glass in the Art Deco Style?

Scandinavian Art Deco glass is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes, and bold colors, all celebrating chic elegance. The first renowned glass designers in Sweden and Finland rose to fame particularly during the Art Deco era. In fact, Scandinavian glass design can be said to have begun with the Art Deco or Functionalism (Funkis) movements, through the works of artists such as Alvar Aalto, Aino Aalto, Simon Gate, Edward Hald, Vicke Lindstrand, Sven Palmqvist, and Göran Hongell.