Figurine - Dolphin & Swallow - Hallmarked (2) - .925 silver
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Pair of Italian silver sculptures, Dolphin and Swallow, in 925 sterling silver with FI 817 and R in a square, made in Florence in the workshop of Roberto Chiarugi, total weight 156 g, dimensions Dolphin 13 × 4 × 8 cm and Swallow 13 × 4.5 × 8.5 cm, in good vintage condition with minor signs and swallow’s tail repair.
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Two Italian Silver Sculptures – Dolphin & Swallow – Marked 925 – Firenze (FI)
Made in the workshop of master silversmith Roberto Chiarugi in Florence, which is considered one of the regions with the most prestigious silversmithing traditions in the world. Known for their specialization in high-quality pieces with classic finishes.
Beautiful pair of decorative silver sculptures representing a longnose dolphin and a swallow in elegant, stylised form.
Both pieces are fully marked 925 and carry the Italian silversmith registration FI 817 (Florence), together with an “R” in a square punch.
These are weighted silver objects with smooth mirror-polished surfaces and refined lines, ideal for collectors of Italian silver or animal-themed art pieces.
Dimensions & Weight
Dolphin
• Weight: 66 g
• Size: 13 × 4 × 8 cm
Swallow (Bird)
• Weight: 90 g
• Size: 13 × 4.5 × 8.5 cm
Total weight: 156 g
Condition
Both sculptures are in good vintage condition, with minor signs of handling consistent with age. The surfaces remain bright and well-defined. The swallow has repair work on its tail, but is still in a good structural condition.
Hallmarks
• 925 (sterling silver)
• R FI 817 – Registered Italian silversmith, Florence.
Attractive silver pieces with elegant modern lines, suitable as standalone decorative objects or part of a silver collection. They will be carefully packaged for safe shipment.
Two Italian Silver Sculptures – Dolphin & Swallow – Marked 925 – Firenze (FI)
Made in the workshop of master silversmith Roberto Chiarugi in Florence, which is considered one of the regions with the most prestigious silversmithing traditions in the world. Known for their specialization in high-quality pieces with classic finishes.
Beautiful pair of decorative silver sculptures representing a longnose dolphin and a swallow in elegant, stylised form.
Both pieces are fully marked 925 and carry the Italian silversmith registration FI 817 (Florence), together with an “R” in a square punch.
These are weighted silver objects with smooth mirror-polished surfaces and refined lines, ideal for collectors of Italian silver or animal-themed art pieces.
Dimensions & Weight
Dolphin
• Weight: 66 g
• Size: 13 × 4 × 8 cm
Swallow (Bird)
• Weight: 90 g
• Size: 13 × 4.5 × 8.5 cm
Total weight: 156 g
Condition
Both sculptures are in good vintage condition, with minor signs of handling consistent with age. The surfaces remain bright and well-defined. The swallow has repair work on its tail, but is still in a good structural condition.
Hallmarks
• 925 (sterling silver)
• R FI 817 – Registered Italian silversmith, Florence.
Attractive silver pieces with elegant modern lines, suitable as standalone decorative objects or part of a silver collection. They will be carefully packaged for safe shipment.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
156 g
Silver type
.925 silver
No. of items
2
Style
Modern
Title
Dolphin & Swallow - Hallmarked
Country of Origin
Italy
Material
Silver
Colour
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
13 cm
Width
4 cm
Depth
8 cm
Estimated Period
1960-1970
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