Centrepiece - .800 silver - Arno Fassi 1930
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Centerpiece basket in 800 silver, produced by Arno Fassi (Milan) in 1934–1944, weighing 263 g with a 16 cm diameter and 19 cm height including the handle (10 cm without), stamped 770 MI and 800 in an oval, in good condition with sharp die‑work and decorative motifs.
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Centrepiece basket in 800 silver - Era 1934-44 - Arno Fassi Manufacturing (770 MI)
Professional Description:
Elegant and refined centerpiece basket in solid 800 silver, an exemplar of Milanese artistic silversmithing from the first half of the 20th century.
The item is a historic piece certified by the original hallmarks:
Producer: Arno Fassi (Milan), identifying mark 770 MI.
Dating: Certified by the diamond-shaped stamp with the Fasces Littorio, used exclusively between 1934 and 1944.
Silver title: 800 (mark in the oval).
Artistic Characteristics:
The basket features a splendid openwork (pierced) design that mimics a stylized wicker weave. The lobed edge is richly decorated with floral motifs (roses and peonies) executed with the repousse and chasing technique. The fixed handle repeats the vine motif, giving harmony and solidity to the entire structure.
Technical Details:
Weight: 263 grams
Diameter: 16 cm
Height (without handle): 10 cm
Height (with handle): 19 cm
Condition: Excellent, crisp engravings and well-defined details.
A piece of great charm for vintage silver collectors or as a precious decorative accessory.
Centrepiece basket in 800 silver - Era 1934-44 - Arno Fassi Manufacturing (770 MI)
Professional Description:
Elegant and refined centerpiece basket in solid 800 silver, an exemplar of Milanese artistic silversmithing from the first half of the 20th century.
The item is a historic piece certified by the original hallmarks:
Producer: Arno Fassi (Milan), identifying mark 770 MI.
Dating: Certified by the diamond-shaped stamp with the Fasces Littorio, used exclusively between 1934 and 1944.
Silver title: 800 (mark in the oval).
Artistic Characteristics:
The basket features a splendid openwork (pierced) design that mimics a stylized wicker weave. The lobed edge is richly decorated with floral motifs (roses and peonies) executed with the repousse and chasing technique. The fixed handle repeats the vine motif, giving harmony and solidity to the entire structure.
Technical Details:
Weight: 263 grams
Diameter: 16 cm
Height (without handle): 10 cm
Height (with handle): 19 cm
Condition: Excellent, crisp engravings and well-defined details.
A piece of great charm for vintage silver collectors or as a precious decorative accessory.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
263 g
Silver type
.800 silver
Specific region of origin
lombardia
Title additional information
Arno Fassi 1930
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
19 cm
Width
16 cm
Depth
16 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940
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