Figure - Musico en plata - .925 silver
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Saxophonist hare musicians sculpture in solid silver (.925) designed by Canelo for Alberty in Spain, dating to 1940–1950, with dimensions 11.5 × 5 × 8 cm and a weight of 170 g, in very good used condition with light wear and a paper tag.
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Saxophonist Hare — Canelo for Alberty — Silver Sculpture — Spanish Goldsmithing
Elegant sculpture representing a saxophonist hare, made in solid silver with enamel details, designed by the renowned artist Canelo for the prestigious firm Alberty.
This refined miniature belongs to the tradition of Spanish goldsmithing from the mid-20th century, characterized by dynamic figures of musical animals with great artistic quality and excellent craftsmanship.
The piece shows a hare dressed in an elegant tailcoat playing a saxophone, highlighting meticulous anatomical modeling, the detailed musical instrument, and the careful application of enamel.
Author and origin
• Designer: Canelo
• Manufacturer: Alberty
• Origin: Spain
• Period: Mid-20th century
Features
• Material: Solid silver with enamel
• Weight: 170 grams
• Length: 8 cm
• Width: 5 cm
• Height: 11.5 cm
The piece presents:
• 925 silver contrast
• Manufacturer/t workshop mark
• Designer’s signature
These marks confirm the authenticity and quality of the piece.
Condition
Very good overall condition
Slight wear in line with age
Enamel well preserved
No structural damage
With paper tag.
Canelo for Alberty’s musical figures are highly collectible and valued for their elegance, humor, and artistic quality. This piece is part of a very sought-after series by miniatures collectors.
An elegant, decorative, and highly collectible piece.
The photo is part of the description.
Saxophonist Hare — Canelo for Alberty — Silver Sculpture — Spanish Goldsmithing
Elegant sculpture representing a saxophonist hare, made in solid silver with enamel details, designed by the renowned artist Canelo for the prestigious firm Alberty.
This refined miniature belongs to the tradition of Spanish goldsmithing from the mid-20th century, characterized by dynamic figures of musical animals with great artistic quality and excellent craftsmanship.
The piece shows a hare dressed in an elegant tailcoat playing a saxophone, highlighting meticulous anatomical modeling, the detailed musical instrument, and the careful application of enamel.
Author and origin
• Designer: Canelo
• Manufacturer: Alberty
• Origin: Spain
• Period: Mid-20th century
Features
• Material: Solid silver with enamel
• Weight: 170 grams
• Length: 8 cm
• Width: 5 cm
• Height: 11.5 cm
The piece presents:
• 925 silver contrast
• Manufacturer/t workshop mark
• Designer’s signature
These marks confirm the authenticity and quality of the piece.
Condition
Very good overall condition
Slight wear in line with age
Enamel well preserved
No structural damage
With paper tag.
Canelo for Alberty’s musical figures are highly collectible and valued for their elegance, humor, and artistic quality. This piece is part of a very sought-after series by miniatures collectors.
An elegant, decorative, and highly collectible piece.
The photo is part of the description.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
170 g
Silver type
.925 silver
Number of objects
1
Title
Musico en plata
Country of origin
Spain
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
11.5 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
8 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
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