Hand mirror (2) - .800 silver - Guilloché engraving
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Pair of purse/toilette mirrors in 800 silver - Guilloché workmanship - Italy, mid-20th century
Fascinating pair of vintage pocket/purse mirrors, entirely made in solid 800 silver. The objects stand out for the refined and meticulous Italian artisanal workmanship of the mid-twentieth century. The back of both pieces is decorated with a very fine engraving in guilloché technique, which recreates on the metal an elegant optical, iridescent moiré-like effect reminiscent of silk. One of the two mirrors also features a valuable asymmetric floral motif incised at the center, depicting buds and leaves. The handles are richly worked in relief with baroque-inspired volutes and acanthus leaf motifs, ensuring a solid and striking grip. The edges of the frames show geometric finishes and continuous stampings that seal the structure. The pieces are regularly punch-marked on the side profile with the silver title "800" inserted in the oval and the corresponding identifying mark of the Italian manufacturer.
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For over 20 years, I have dedicated myself passionately to the search for and trading of special, rare, curious objects from any era.
Every piece I select has something that catches my attention: it can be the shape, the story, the unusual aspect, or simply that detail that makes it unique.
I am always searching for objects that speak, that tell something to those who know how to listen.
I choose them carefully, photograph them honestly, and describe them as accurately as possible.
Selling on this Catawiki to share this passion with those who, like me, love to surround themselves with things with a soul.
Translated by Google TranslatePair of purse/toilette mirrors in 800 silver - Guilloché workmanship - Italy, mid-20th century
Fascinating pair of vintage pocket/purse mirrors, entirely made in solid 800 silver. The objects stand out for the refined and meticulous Italian artisanal workmanship of the mid-twentieth century. The back of both pieces is decorated with a very fine engraving in guilloché technique, which recreates on the metal an elegant optical, iridescent moiré-like effect reminiscent of silk. One of the two mirrors also features a valuable asymmetric floral motif incised at the center, depicting buds and leaves. The handles are richly worked in relief with baroque-inspired volutes and acanthus leaf motifs, ensuring a solid and striking grip. The edges of the frames show geometric finishes and continuous stampings that seal the structure. The pieces are regularly punch-marked on the side profile with the silver title "800" inserted in the oval and the corresponding identifying mark of the Italian manufacturer.
View the photo gallery.
Seller's Story
For over 20 years, I have dedicated myself passionately to the search for and trading of special, rare, curious objects from any era.
Every piece I select has something that catches my attention: it can be the shape, the story, the unusual aspect, or simply that detail that makes it unique.
I am always searching for objects that speak, that tell something to those who know how to listen.
I choose them carefully, photograph them honestly, and describe them as accurately as possible.
Selling on this Catawiki to share this passion with those who, like me, love to surround themselves with things with a soul.
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Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Baroque
Gross weight
70 g
Silver type
.800 silver
Title additional information
Guilloché engraving
Number of objects
2
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Glass, Silver
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
External height
11.4 cm
External width
7 cm
Internal height
6 cm
Internal width
6 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
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