Box - Silver - Baroque Portuguese

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Inés Fernández
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Specialised in Spanish and Portuguese silver with over 10 years in galleries and auctions.

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A small Portuguese sterling silver box dating from the 1950s–1960s, measuring 4 cm high, 6 cm wide and 4 cm deep, weighing 26.2 g, with a burgundy velvet interior, four curved feet and Rocaille/Baroque motifs.

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We present a superb piece of jewelry craftsmanship, ideal for demanding collectors or for anyone seeking a timeless and refined decorative element.
This small box/strongbox in Portuguese hallmarked sterling silver, properly contrasted, stands out for its exceptional period workmanship.
Richly decorated along its entire contour and lid with pronounced reliefs of vegetal motifs, volutes, and elements typical of the Rocaille/Baroque style.
Interior in burgundy velvet.
Body resting on four elegant curved feet, giving it an imposing and very classic presence.
Vintage piece, preserving its natural patina that enhances the depth of the chiselled contrasts.
Generally good condition, the lid closes well but is a little uneven.
Images are part of the description.

Shipping only to the European Union.
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We present a superb piece of jewelry craftsmanship, ideal for demanding collectors or for anyone seeking a timeless and refined decorative element.
This small box/strongbox in Portuguese hallmarked sterling silver, properly contrasted, stands out for its exceptional period workmanship.
Richly decorated along its entire contour and lid with pronounced reliefs of vegetal motifs, volutes, and elements typical of the Rocaille/Baroque style.
Interior in burgundy velvet.
Body resting on four elegant curved feet, giving it an imposing and very classic presence.
Vintage piece, preserving its natural patina that enhances the depth of the chiselled contrasts.
Generally good condition, the lid closes well but is a little uneven.
Images are part of the description.

Shipping only to the European Union.
Tracked shipping with a tracking number.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
26.2 g
Title additional information
Baroque Portuguese
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Portugal
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
4 cm
Width
6 cm
Depth
4 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
PortugalVerified
30
Objects sold
100%
Private

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