Vase - .800 silver - flower holder
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Vintage Italian 800 silver flower vase (portafiori) with a bulbous base, matte lower surface and raised floral relief, dimensions 13 x 8 cm with a 6.5 cm base diameter, weight 143.17 g, hallmarked 800 and maker’s mark 445 MI, dating to the mid‑20th century, in good condition with signs of age.
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Flower vase in 800 silver of Italian production, made in the second half of the 20th century.
The object features a bulbous base and a lower surface worked with a matte finish, enriched by raised floral appliqués. The neck is smooth and slender, with a flared opening in a wavy profile.
On the bottom there is the hallmark “800”, indicating the silver fineness, accompanied by the silversmith’s mark “445 MI”, an identifier of Italian production (Milan).
Weight: 143.17 g (as shown in the photo).
Dimensions: 13 x 8 cm; base diameter 6.5 cm.
Conditions: generally good condition, with signs of wear, oxidation, and minor surface wear consistent with the age of the item. No cracks or obvious repairs reported.
Provenance: private collection.
Please note that, due to lighting conditions and photographic settings, the colors in the images may appear slightly brighter than in person.
The photographs are nonetheless representative of the object and faithfully show its shape, materials, and state of preservation.
Shipping costs include rates, careful packing, and insurance.
Shipping in Italy and Europe via BRT courier.
For shipments outside the EU, costs and methods will be agreed with the buyer.
Flower vase in 800 silver of Italian production, made in the second half of the 20th century.
The object features a bulbous base and a lower surface worked with a matte finish, enriched by raised floral appliqués. The neck is smooth and slender, with a flared opening in a wavy profile.
On the bottom there is the hallmark “800”, indicating the silver fineness, accompanied by the silversmith’s mark “445 MI”, an identifier of Italian production (Milan).
Weight: 143.17 g (as shown in the photo).
Dimensions: 13 x 8 cm; base diameter 6.5 cm.
Conditions: generally good condition, with signs of wear, oxidation, and minor surface wear consistent with the age of the item. No cracks or obvious repairs reported.
Provenance: private collection.
Please note that, due to lighting conditions and photographic settings, the colors in the images may appear slightly brighter than in person.
The photographs are nonetheless representative of the object and faithfully show its shape, materials, and state of preservation.
Shipping costs include rates, careful packing, and insurance.
Shipping in Italy and Europe via BRT courier.
For shipments outside the EU, costs and methods will be agreed with the buyer.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
143.17 g
Silver type
.800 silver
Title additional information
flower holder
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Silver
Style
Vintage
Colour
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
13 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
8 cm
Diameter
6.5 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950, 1950-1960, 1960-1970
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