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Walter Bosse Fish Tray

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A brass tray, or pipe rest, in the form of a fish. This item dates from the 1950's and was designed by Walter Bosse for the Herta Baller workshop, Vienna, Austria. 

Walter Bosse is well-known for his playful 'black-golden' line of patinated brass animal figures, many of which double as useful items for the home. This distinctive fish sculpture is useful as a tray, vide-poche, or pipe rest. 

The object personifies mid-20th Century simplicity in its form, yet manages to convey a great deal of character. The unusual fish, with its pointed 'nose' and pronounced eyes, has a raised tail on which to rest the stem of a pipe. The body has been hollowed to create a versatile tray, which is lightly hammered to give a slight textured finish.

The sculptural object has been black-patinated in a typical Viennese fashion. Certain areas have been polished back to brass, to offer a visual contrast whilst highlighting the decorative nature of Bosse's design. 

Designer: Walter Bosse

Manufacturer: Herta Baller

Year of Design: C. 1950

Dates Produced: C. 1950-55

Colour: Black, gold

Height: 7.5 cm, Width: 11 cm, Depth: 4.5 cm

Condition: Very good, a fine 1.3cm scratch on nose area.

Branding: Marked "Austria Baller"