Box - .915 silver - Silver box
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Spanish silver box in .915 silver, produced in Madrid in the 1940s–1950s with a relief scene on the lid, floral relief on the sides, vermeil interior, measuring 5.5 cm by 4 cm by 1.5 cm and weighing 53 g, in very good condition with minor signs of wear.
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Ancient Spanish silver box made by Madrid silversmith F. Vera, dated to the 1940s–1950s of the 20th century. Piece crafted in silver, handmade with refined relief decoration and careful execution inspired by traditional motifs.
The lid features a rural scene of everyday life with traditional peasant figures, depicted in a popular and folkloric setting. The composition presents a detailed scene of daily life with rich narrative content and artistic depth, inspired by old European rural representations.
The sides continue the ornamental relief decoration with floral motifs and decorative elements of great delicacy. The interior preserves an elegant vermeil finish (gold-plated interior), traditionally used both for aesthetic reasons and to protect the inner surface.
The piece retains natural patina that enhances the relief and gives historical character to the whole. It bears maker’s marks and visible hallmark contrasts on the base.
Origin: Madrid, Spain
Period: 1940s–1950s
Material: silver with gilded interior
Technique: casting and embossed relief work
Measurements:
• Length: 5.5 cm
• Width: 4 cm
• Height: 1.5 cm
Weight: 53 g
Condition: very good overall condition consistent with age, with slight signs normal to use and the passage of time.
Interesting collectible piece, ideal for collectors of Spanish silver, display items, and small artistic boxes from the 20th century.
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Ancient Spanish silver box made by Madrid silversmith F. Vera, dated to the 1940s–1950s of the 20th century. Piece crafted in silver, handmade with refined relief decoration and careful execution inspired by traditional motifs.
The lid features a rural scene of everyday life with traditional peasant figures, depicted in a popular and folkloric setting. The composition presents a detailed scene of daily life with rich narrative content and artistic depth, inspired by old European rural representations.
The sides continue the ornamental relief decoration with floral motifs and decorative elements of great delicacy. The interior preserves an elegant vermeil finish (gold-plated interior), traditionally used both for aesthetic reasons and to protect the inner surface.
The piece retains natural patina that enhances the relief and gives historical character to the whole. It bears maker’s marks and visible hallmark contrasts on the base.
Origin: Madrid, Spain
Period: 1940s–1950s
Material: silver with gilded interior
Technique: casting and embossed relief work
Measurements:
• Length: 5.5 cm
• Width: 4 cm
• Height: 1.5 cm
Weight: 53 g
Condition: very good overall condition consistent with age, with slight signs normal to use and the passage of time.
Interesting collectible piece, ideal for collectors of Spanish silver, display items, and small artistic boxes from the 20th century.
The photo is part of the description.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
53 g
Silver type
.915 silver
Title additional information
Silver box
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Spain
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
1.5 cm
Width
4 cm
Depth
5.5 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
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