Box - .833 silver - Filigree Box

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Portuguese silver filigree box, handcrafted in the 20th century, made of .833 silver with a domed lid and ball feet, measuring 9.5 cm wide by 5.0 cm deep by 5.0 cm high and weighing 64.3 g, in good condition with minor wear and patina.

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Portuguese Silver Filigree Box – Handcrafted – 20th Century

Offered for sale is a delicate silver filigree box, finely handcrafted in the traditional Portuguese style.

The box is entirely worked in intricate filigree, composed of twisted and coiled silver wires forming elegant symmetrical patterns. The domed lid and sides are richly decorated with scrolling and heart-shaped motifs, demonstrating refined craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Raised on small ball feet, the piece has a light and airy structure typical of filigree work, making it both decorative and functional.

Details:

Material: Silver (filigree work)

Technique: Handcrafted filigree

Origin: Portugal (likely)

Period: 20th century

Form: Decorative box / jewelry box
Dimension: 9.5x5.0x5.0cm
Weight: 64.3g

Condition: Good overall condition, with minor wear and patina consistent with age (please see photos)

A charming and finely detailed example of traditional filigree work, ideal for collectors or as a decorative object.

Seller's Story

We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day. We are passionate on our business. And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.

Portuguese Silver Filigree Box – Handcrafted – 20th Century

Offered for sale is a delicate silver filigree box, finely handcrafted in the traditional Portuguese style.

The box is entirely worked in intricate filigree, composed of twisted and coiled silver wires forming elegant symmetrical patterns. The domed lid and sides are richly decorated with scrolling and heart-shaped motifs, demonstrating refined craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Raised on small ball feet, the piece has a light and airy structure typical of filigree work, making it both decorative and functional.

Details:

Material: Silver (filigree work)

Technique: Handcrafted filigree

Origin: Portugal (likely)

Period: 20th century

Form: Decorative box / jewelry box
Dimension: 9.5x5.0x5.0cm
Weight: 64.3g

Condition: Good overall condition, with minor wear and patina consistent with age (please see photos)

A charming and finely detailed example of traditional filigree work, ideal for collectors or as a decorative object.

Seller's Story

We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day. We are passionate on our business. And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
64.3 g
Silver type
.833 silver
Title additional information
Filigree Box
Country of origin
Europe
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
5 cm
Width
9.5 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
PortugalVerified
5562
Objects sold
96.98%
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