A M - Centrepiece - Romantic - Alpaca Silver-plated - Belle Époque Splendor
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Description from the seller
This piece is a triumph of 19th-century silversmithing. After a meticulous cleaning process that removed decades of dark natural patina, the object now reveals a spectacular luster that highlights the mastery of its organic forms and its intricate ornamentation.
-Origin: France, reflecting the European taste for high-end display objects.
-Style: Romantic/Belle Époque. A swan design characterized by nostalgia and emotion. The bowl also features a fluted design that suggests intertwined hearts or lips, giving it a unique visual sensuality.
-Period: 1870-1930
-Material: High-quality alpaca, with a polishing response that rivals sterling silver.
-Ornamentation:
*Flout Symmetry: Both the bowl and the base share the undulating design, creating a visual "mirror" balance.
*Sculptural Stem: A majestic and nostalgic swan, in relief, a universal symbol of beauty, elegance, and romantic love, whose plumage details have regained their full definition after cleaning.
*Artistic Handles: Clearly from the Belle Époque period; rich in vegetal details, scrolls, and reliefs that lend an organic and sophisticated texture, seemingly sprouting from the rim of the bowl.
-Technique: Cast and hand-finished. The thorough cleaning has allowed the light to once again play with the volumes of the chiseling.
-Markings and Stamps:
*"ALPACA AM" clearly engraved on the rim of the base.
*Digit "30" in the center of the sole.
-Measurements:
*Length (handle to handle): 24.5 cm.
*Height: 14.5 cm.
*Bowl length: 17.5 cm.
*Base: 10 cm.
-Condition: Impeccable. The cleaning process was gentle, maintaining the integrity of the metal and restoring its original beauty. No dents or scratches.
-Versatility: A visually striking piece that now fills any space with its reflective surface. It is perfect as a head of the table, a formal fruit bowl, a decorative element in classic living rooms, a focal point on a classic dining table, or a centerpiece in a decor seeking warmth and classic elegance.
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This piece is a triumph of 19th-century silversmithing. After a meticulous cleaning process that removed decades of dark natural patina, the object now reveals a spectacular luster that highlights the mastery of its organic forms and its intricate ornamentation.
-Origin: France, reflecting the European taste for high-end display objects.
-Style: Romantic/Belle Époque. A swan design characterized by nostalgia and emotion. The bowl also features a fluted design that suggests intertwined hearts or lips, giving it a unique visual sensuality.
-Period: 1870-1930
-Material: High-quality alpaca, with a polishing response that rivals sterling silver.
-Ornamentation:
*Flout Symmetry: Both the bowl and the base share the undulating design, creating a visual "mirror" balance.
*Sculptural Stem: A majestic and nostalgic swan, in relief, a universal symbol of beauty, elegance, and romantic love, whose plumage details have regained their full definition after cleaning.
*Artistic Handles: Clearly from the Belle Époque period; rich in vegetal details, scrolls, and reliefs that lend an organic and sophisticated texture, seemingly sprouting from the rim of the bowl.
-Technique: Cast and hand-finished. The thorough cleaning has allowed the light to once again play with the volumes of the chiseling.
-Markings and Stamps:
*"ALPACA AM" clearly engraved on the rim of the base.
*Digit "30" in the center of the sole.
-Measurements:
*Length (handle to handle): 24.5 cm.
*Height: 14.5 cm.
*Bowl length: 17.5 cm.
*Base: 10 cm.
-Condition: Impeccable. The cleaning process was gentle, maintaining the integrity of the metal and restoring its original beauty. No dents or scratches.
-Versatility: A visually striking piece that now fills any space with its reflective surface. It is perfect as a head of the table, a formal fruit bowl, a decorative element in classic living rooms, a focal point on a classic dining table, or a centerpiece in a decor seeking warmth and classic elegance.
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Details
Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Neo-Classicism
Over 200 years old
No
Title additional information
Belle Époque Splendor
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
France
Manufacturer/ Brand
A M
Model
Romantic
Material
Alpaca Silver-plated
Style
Antique
Colour
Silver
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
14.5 cm
Width
24.5 cm
Depth
13 cm
Estimated period
1870-1930
