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Silver-Plated Shell Dish
An exquisite Mid-Century silver-plated scallop shell dish by the renowned West German manufacturer BMF (BMF Nagel). Designed with classic Mid-Century European elegance, this footed valet dish features crisp, sweeping fluted ridges and rests on three delicate ball feet on the underside.
This piece retains its original red and white maker’s foil label on the base, marked "BMF - Made in W. Germany / Versilbert / Silverplated". The silver plating exhibits a soft, luminous shine accompanied by gentle edge patina that highlights its sculptural contours.
A timeless accent piece for Hollywood Regency, coastal modern, or curated European interiors—ideal as an entryway key valet, a dresser jewelry tray, or a styled coffee table catchall.
Maker: BMF (Berndorf / BMF Nagel)
Origin: West Germany (c. 1960s–1970s)
Design Style: Mid-Century European / Hollywood Regency / Coastal Modern
Dimensions: 18 cm Length x 17 cm Width x 4 cm Height
Materials: Silver-Plated Metal
Features: Original BMF paper/foil label intact, raised ball feet
Condition
Good vintage condition with original provenance intact. The top surface retains a smooth, bright silver luster. Shows age-appropriate tarnish along the rim edges consistent with age. The original maker sticker is partially preserved on the underside as pictured. Completely sturdy, heavy, and structurally sound.
An exquisite Mid-Century silver-plated scallop shell dish by the renowned West German manufacturer BMF (BMF Nagel). Designed with classic Mid-Century European elegance, this footed valet dish features crisp, sweeping fluted ridges and rests on three delicate ball feet on the underside.
This piece retains its original red and white maker’s foil label on the base, marked "BMF - Made in W. Germany / Versilbert / Silverplated". The silver plating exhibits a soft, luminous shine accompanied by gentle edge patina that highlights its sculptural contours.
A timeless accent piece for Hollywood Regency, coastal modern, or curated European interiors—ideal as an entryway key valet, a dresser jewelry tray, or a styled coffee table catchall.
Maker: BMF (Berndorf / BMF Nagel)
Origin: West Germany (c. 1960s–1970s)
Design Style: Mid-Century European / Hollywood Regency / Coastal Modern
Dimensions: 18 cm Length x 17 cm Width x 4 cm Height
Materials: Silver-Plated Metal
Features: Original BMF paper/foil label intact, raised ball feet
Condition
Good vintage condition with original provenance intact. The top surface retains a smooth, bright silver luster. Shows age-appropriate tarnish along the rim edges consistent with age. The original maker sticker is partially preserved on the underside as pictured. Completely sturdy, heavy, and structurally sound.