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Zakopane Wood Plate

Name: Zakopane Wood Plate
SKU: PLA-ZAKOPANE
Availability: InStock

$65.00

Mid-century hand-carved wood plate from Zakopane, Poland, depicting traditional highland cottages.

• Time Period: Mid-20th Century
• Origin: Zakopane, Poland
• Maker/Brand: Unmarked artisan
• Medium: Carved and painted wood
• Style: Polish Folk Art / Ethnographic Decorative
• Condition: Excellent
• Decoration: Intricate border with Goral village and Tatra mountain scene

1 in stock

SKU: PLA-ZAKOPANE Category: Platters

Description

An exceptional example of Polish highland craftsmanship, this vintage wooden plate from Zakopane showcases the artistic heritage of the Goral people. Featuring a richly detailed carving of traditional wooden cottages set against a mountain backdrop, the plate speaks to a romantic vision of rural life in the Tatra region.

The Zakopane style, emerging in the late 19th century, is characterized by its decorative intensity and connection to cultural identity — often found in architecture, furniture, and souvenirs like this. Deep carvings and painted accents give this piece both texture and warmth.

Ideal for wall display, folk art collections, or as a rustic design accent that embodies cultural storytelling.

Price: $125