Figure - Salero pez en plata - .915 silver
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Miniature salt shaker in the shape of a Spanish solid silver fish (915 fine silver) from Madrid, dating to 1930–1940, measuring 7 cm long, 1 cm wide and 3.5 cm high, weighing 31 g, with a central chamber and a small removable lid, in good used condition with minor signs of age.
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Miniature salt shaker in the shape of a fish – Spanish solid silver 915 – Madrid
Magnificent and unusual miniature salt shaker made in solid silver in the shape of a fish, executed with refined sculptural work and great richness of details. The piece stands out for its elegant zoomorphic design, with carefully modeled scales, engraved fins, and an expressive representation of the face, showing excellent artistic quality typical of traditional Spanish goldsmithing.
The central part incorporates a small compartment with a removable lid, conceived as a salt shaker or decorative container, integrating functionality and design in a very original composition. Its craftsmanship demonstrates fine casting work and manual finishing, typical of the best Spanish workshops.
Stamped with a star punch, associated with Spanish hallmark 915, as well as Madrid goldsmith’s punch, confirming its origin and quality.
Origin: Spain, Madrid
Material: solid silver 915
Weight: 31 g
Length: 7 cm
Width: 1 cm
Height: 3.5 cm
Very good overall condition, with a light patina in line with its age.
A decorative and functional piece, very uncommon, ideal for collectors of Spanish silver, miniatures, and curiosities.
The photo is part of the description.
Miniature salt shaker in the shape of a fish – Spanish solid silver 915 – Madrid
Magnificent and unusual miniature salt shaker made in solid silver in the shape of a fish, executed with refined sculptural work and great richness of details. The piece stands out for its elegant zoomorphic design, with carefully modeled scales, engraved fins, and an expressive representation of the face, showing excellent artistic quality typical of traditional Spanish goldsmithing.
The central part incorporates a small compartment with a removable lid, conceived as a salt shaker or decorative container, integrating functionality and design in a very original composition. Its craftsmanship demonstrates fine casting work and manual finishing, typical of the best Spanish workshops.
Stamped with a star punch, associated with Spanish hallmark 915, as well as Madrid goldsmith’s punch, confirming its origin and quality.
Origin: Spain, Madrid
Material: solid silver 915
Weight: 31 g
Length: 7 cm
Width: 1 cm
Height: 3.5 cm
Very good overall condition, with a light patina in line with its age.
A decorative and functional piece, very uncommon, ideal for collectors of Spanish silver, miniatures, and curiosities.
The photo is part of the description.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
31 g
Silver type
.915 silver
Number of objects
1
Title
Salero pez en plata
Country of origin
Spain
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
3.5 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
7 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940
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