Figure - Perro en plata - .800 silver
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Miniature Borzoi dog sculpture in silver 800 from Italy, weighing 110 g and measuring 6 cm long, 1.5 cm wide and 5.5 cm high, in good condition with light patina and minor signs of use.
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Borzoi dog miniature in 800 fineness silver – Italy
Elegant miniature sculpture depicting a Borzoi dog, also known as the Russian Greyhound, made in solid 800 fineness silver.
The figure reproduces in great detail the characteristic anatomy of this aristocratic dog breed: a slender and elongated body, tall and stylized legs, a fine pointed snout, and a full wavy mane that runs along the neck, chest and body.
The animal is shown standing, in a serene and majestic pose, with the head slightly raised and the gaze directed forward.
Notably, the meticulous surface work stands out, where the inscribed lines and reliefs reproduce the natural movement of the fur.
The contrast between polished surfaces and darkened areas enhances the depth of the details and adds expressiveness to the sculpture.
The piece features a contrast of 800 silver and Italian manufacturing marks.
Due to its considerable weight relative to its small dimensions, it is a miniature with notable presence, ideal for collectors of silverware, animal sculptures, and representations of dog breeds.
Characteristics:
Country of origin: Italy.
Material: 800 fineness silver (800/1000).
Contrasts: silver punches and maker’s mark.
Weight: 110 g.
Length: 6 cm.
Width: 1.5 cm.
Height: 5.5 cm.
Overall good condition, with light patina and small signs of use.
See photographs.
Borzoi dog miniature in 800 fineness silver – Italy
Elegant miniature sculpture depicting a Borzoi dog, also known as the Russian Greyhound, made in solid 800 fineness silver.
The figure reproduces in great detail the characteristic anatomy of this aristocratic dog breed: a slender and elongated body, tall and stylized legs, a fine pointed snout, and a full wavy mane that runs along the neck, chest and body.
The animal is shown standing, in a serene and majestic pose, with the head slightly raised and the gaze directed forward.
Notably, the meticulous surface work stands out, where the inscribed lines and reliefs reproduce the natural movement of the fur.
The contrast between polished surfaces and darkened areas enhances the depth of the details and adds expressiveness to the sculpture.
The piece features a contrast of 800 silver and Italian manufacturing marks.
Due to its considerable weight relative to its small dimensions, it is a miniature with notable presence, ideal for collectors of silverware, animal sculptures, and representations of dog breeds.
Characteristics:
Country of origin: Italy.
Material: 800 fineness silver (800/1000).
Contrasts: silver punches and maker’s mark.
Weight: 110 g.
Length: 6 cm.
Width: 1.5 cm.
Height: 5.5 cm.
Overall good condition, with light patina and small signs of use.
See photographs.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
110 g
Silver type
.800 silver
Number of objects
1
Title
Perro en plata
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
5.5 cm
Width
1.5 cm
Depth
6 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
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