Centrepiece - .800 silver - Exquisite craftsmanship

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Specialised in Spanish and Portuguese silver with over 10 years in galleries and auctions.

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A large solid silver 800 duck-shaped hinged container with a gilt interior, weighing 398 g and measuring 23 cm wide by 15 cm high by 6 cm deep, produced in Europe in the mid-20th century.

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Description from the seller

Elegant and refined 800 silver duck, finely handcrafted with high-quality naturalistic details.

The object features a body that opens via the wings with hinges, revealing a gilded interior (vermeil), and it can be used as a container, centerpiece, or decorative element with great visual impact.

Dimensions:
Length: 24 cm
Height: 15 cm
Depth: 6 cm

Weight:
398 grams

Features:
Solid 800 silver stamped
Interior gilded (vermeil)
Handcrafted realistic and detailed workmanship
European production, second half of the 20th century (roughly 1950–1970)

Conditions:
Good overall condition with normal signs of aging.
There is a slight surface mark due to professional silver testing, not invasive and not visible during use.

Decorative object of great charm, ideal for collectors, silver enthusiasts, or as an elegant furnishing element.

Elegant and refined 800 silver duck, finely handcrafted with high-quality naturalistic details.

The object features a body that opens via the wings with hinges, revealing a gilded interior (vermeil), and it can be used as a container, centerpiece, or decorative element with great visual impact.

Dimensions:
Length: 24 cm
Height: 15 cm
Depth: 6 cm

Weight:
398 grams

Features:
Solid 800 silver stamped
Interior gilded (vermeil)
Handcrafted realistic and detailed workmanship
European production, second half of the 20th century (roughly 1950–1970)

Conditions:
Good overall condition with normal signs of aging.
There is a slight surface mark due to professional silver testing, not invasive and not visible during use.

Decorative object of great charm, ideal for collectors, silver enthusiasts, or as an elegant furnishing element.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
398 g
Silver type
.800 silver
Title additional information
Exquisite craftsmanship
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Europe
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
15 cm
Width
23 cm
Depth
6 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960, 1960-1970
ItalyVerified
3
Objects sold
Private

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