Armando Giannelli - Sculpture, Gheisha Samurai - 16 cm - Agate





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A. Giannelli (1988) – Pair of Geisha and Samurai Meditation Statues – Laminated Sterling Silver 925 – Marble Base
Elegant and rare pair of sculptures depicting a Geisha and a Samurai in meditation, executed in 1988 by the renowned Italian sculptor Arnaldo Giannelli and produced by the historic silversmiths Magrino.
The works feature a solid internal core in heavy metal casting, wrapped with a refined 925 sterling silver lamination. Decorative details in red enamel and gold finishes enhance the oriental inspiration of the figures, imparting them with great elegance and stage presence. Both sculptures rest on marble bases, a feature that underscores the quality of workmanship and stability. These are prestigious decorative objects, representative of the art taste of the 1980s and highly valued by collectors of Italian decorative art and Oriental-themed items.
Artist: Arnaldo Giannelli
Year: 1988
Manufacturer: Magrino, Florence
Subject: Geisha and Samurai in meditation
Material: metal casting with 925 silver lamination
Decorations: polychrome enamels and gold details
Base: marble
Condition: good overall condition, with normal signs of aging consistent with the item’s age. It is recommended to examine the photographs carefully, which form an integral part of the description.
Dimensions: HEIGHT 13 cm; BASE 9 x 11 x 1 cm
Shipping
Professional packing and tracked shipping. The sculptures will be carefully protected to ensure safe transport.
A. Giannelli (1988) – Pair of Geisha and Samurai Meditation Statues – Laminated Sterling Silver 925 – Marble Base
Elegant and rare pair of sculptures depicting a Geisha and a Samurai in meditation, executed in 1988 by the renowned Italian sculptor Arnaldo Giannelli and produced by the historic silversmiths Magrino.
The works feature a solid internal core in heavy metal casting, wrapped with a refined 925 sterling silver lamination. Decorative details in red enamel and gold finishes enhance the oriental inspiration of the figures, imparting them with great elegance and stage presence. Both sculptures rest on marble bases, a feature that underscores the quality of workmanship and stability. These are prestigious decorative objects, representative of the art taste of the 1980s and highly valued by collectors of Italian decorative art and Oriental-themed items.
Artist: Arnaldo Giannelli
Year: 1988
Manufacturer: Magrino, Florence
Subject: Geisha and Samurai in meditation
Material: metal casting with 925 silver lamination
Decorations: polychrome enamels and gold details
Base: marble
Condition: good overall condition, with normal signs of aging consistent with the item’s age. It is recommended to examine the photographs carefully, which form an integral part of the description.
Dimensions: HEIGHT 13 cm; BASE 9 x 11 x 1 cm
Shipping
Professional packing and tracked shipping. The sculptures will be carefully protected to ensure safe transport.

