TOPÁZIO - Fruit bowl - Casquinha - Silverplated
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Selected by Elena Napoleone
Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.
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Description from the seller
Elegant Fruit Bowl / Vintage Centerpiece "Topázio" in Casquinha – Portugal, 20th Century
General Description
Magnificent circular fruit bowl (centerpiece) from the prestigious Portuguese manufacture Topázio (Ferreira Marques & Irmão, Porto), one of the most renowned jewelry brands on the Iberian Peninsula. This classic piece is produced in casquinha, the traditional Portuguese term for metal with thick silver plating of very high quality, known for its durability and exceptional shine.
Design Details
The piece stands out for its timeless and refined design, featuring:
* Decorative Edge: A superb pierced lattice work.
* Finish: An exterior rope edge.
* Interior: A high-gloss polished mirror with excellent reflectivity, ideal to highlight fruits or table décor.
Condition and Marks
* Punch Marks: The base bears the authentic mark engraving: "TOPÁZIO CASQUINHA", guaranteeing its genuineness.
* Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Shows only slight superficial scratches from use and normal cleaning over the years, preserving the integrity of the silver plating, with no evident wear (pitting or metal loss). No nicks or deformations.
Technical Specifications
* Origin: Portugal (Porto)
* Manufacturing: Topázio
* Material: Casquinha (high-density Silver-plated metal)
* Era: Mid-20th Century
* Dimensions: 22.5 cm in diameter and approx. 5 cm in height
* Weight: 456 g.
Shipping Information
The piece will be carefully packaged with reinforced protection and shipped by registered mail with tracking number.
Elegant Fruit Bowl / Vintage Centerpiece "Topázio" in Casquinha – Portugal, 20th Century
General Description
Magnificent circular fruit bowl (centerpiece) from the prestigious Portuguese manufacture Topázio (Ferreira Marques & Irmão, Porto), one of the most renowned jewelry brands on the Iberian Peninsula. This classic piece is produced in casquinha, the traditional Portuguese term for metal with thick silver plating of very high quality, known for its durability and exceptional shine.
Design Details
The piece stands out for its timeless and refined design, featuring:
* Decorative Edge: A superb pierced lattice work.
* Finish: An exterior rope edge.
* Interior: A high-gloss polished mirror with excellent reflectivity, ideal to highlight fruits or table décor.
Condition and Marks
* Punch Marks: The base bears the authentic mark engraving: "TOPÁZIO CASQUINHA", guaranteeing its genuineness.
* Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Shows only slight superficial scratches from use and normal cleaning over the years, preserving the integrity of the silver plating, with no evident wear (pitting or metal loss). No nicks or deformations.
Technical Specifications
* Origin: Portugal (Porto)
* Manufacturing: Topázio
* Material: Casquinha (high-density Silver-plated metal)
* Era: Mid-20th Century
* Dimensions: 22.5 cm in diameter and approx. 5 cm in height
* Weight: 456 g.
Shipping Information
The piece will be carefully packaged with reinforced protection and shipped by registered mail with tracking number.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
456 g
Specific region of origin
Porto
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Portugal
Manufacturer/brand
TOPÁZIO
Model
Casquinha
Material
Silverplated
Style
Vintage
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
0 cm
Width
22.5 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
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