Miniature figure - Ippopotamo in argento - .800 silver

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Chiara Scotto Pasanisi dei Foscarini
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Holds master’s in art business and decorative arts; exhibited at TEFAF Maastricht.

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Hippopotamus figurine in solid silver (.800 Ag) with dimensions 52 × 33 × 20 mm, weight 42.40 g, of Italian origin, dated 1980–1990, in excellent condition.

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Hippo Figurine - Solid Silver - Rare Collectible Item

Magnificent collector's figurine made of solid silver (tested). The item stands out for its high-quality casting and heavy weight, typical of craftsmanship intended for fine collectibles.

The model faithfully depicts a hippopotamus in a dynamic pose. Particular attention has been paid to the creation of the head and legs.
Condition: The little statue is in excellent/like new condition, without visible signs of wear or damage.

Material: Solid Silver

Weight: 42.40 grams
Dimensions: Length: 52 mm, Height: 33 mm, Width: 20 mm
Condition: Excellent

It is part of a small collection of wild savannah animals. These precious metal figurines are less common collectibles compared to standard jewelry, making them ideal for enhancing a display case or a thematic collection.

Packaging: Shipping with protected packaging.

Hippo Figurine - Solid Silver - Rare Collectible Item

Magnificent collector's figurine made of solid silver (tested). The item stands out for its high-quality casting and heavy weight, typical of craftsmanship intended for fine collectibles.

The model faithfully depicts a hippopotamus in a dynamic pose. Particular attention has been paid to the creation of the head and legs.
Condition: The little statue is in excellent/like new condition, without visible signs of wear or damage.

Material: Solid Silver

Weight: 42.40 grams
Dimensions: Length: 52 mm, Height: 33 mm, Width: 20 mm
Condition: Excellent

It is part of a small collection of wild savannah animals. These precious metal figurines are less common collectibles compared to standard jewelry, making them ideal for enhancing a display case or a thematic collection.

Packaging: Shipping with protected packaging.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
42.4 g
Silver type
.800 silver
No. of items
1
Title
Ippopotamo in argento
Country of Origin
Italy
Material
Silver
Depiction/Theme
Animals
Colour
Silver
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
33 mm
Width
52 mm
Depth
20 mm
Estimated Period
1980-1990
ItalyVerified
70
Objects sold
100%
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