Figure - Shell and dolphin motifs - .833 silver
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Holds master’s in art business and decorative arts; exhibited at TEFAF Maastricht.
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Silver scalloped shell dish on three dolphin supports, Portugal assay 833/000, dating 1950–1960, weight 75.24 g, dimensions 6.5 × 6.0 × 3.0 cm, in good condition with natural patina.
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Silver Scalloped Shell Dish on Dolphin Supports.
Portugal assay mark (1938-1984), 833/000, and same date marker's mark.
Elegant silver dish in the form of a scallop shell, raised on three finely modelled supports depicting dolphins or stylised sea creatures.
The shell-shaped bowl features pronounced fluting and a scalloped border, complemented by an additional shell motif, creating an attractive marine-inspired composition. The elaborate dolphin supports give the piece a particularly decorative and sculptural appearance.
The silver surface displays a beautiful natural patina, with minor signs of age and use consistent with its period. An elegant and unusual piece, suitable as a bonbon dish, small serving dish or decorative table object.
Material: Silver
Decoration: Scallop shell and dolphin motifs
Style: Neoclassical / Empire Revival
Weight: 75.24g
Dimension: 6.5x6.0x3.0cm
Condition: Good vintage condition, with natural patina and age-related wear. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.
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Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
Silver Scalloped Shell Dish on Dolphin Supports.
Portugal assay mark (1938-1984), 833/000, and same date marker's mark.
Elegant silver dish in the form of a scallop shell, raised on three finely modelled supports depicting dolphins or stylised sea creatures.
The shell-shaped bowl features pronounced fluting and a scalloped border, complemented by an additional shell motif, creating an attractive marine-inspired composition. The elaborate dolphin supports give the piece a particularly decorative and sculptural appearance.
The silver surface displays a beautiful natural patina, with minor signs of age and use consistent with its period. An elegant and unusual piece, suitable as a bonbon dish, small serving dish or decorative table object.
Material: Silver
Decoration: Scallop shell and dolphin motifs
Style: Neoclassical / Empire Revival
Weight: 75.24g
Dimension: 6.5x6.0x3.0cm
Condition: Good vintage condition, with natural patina and age-related wear. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.
Sent via UPS with tracking number
Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
75.24 g
Silver type
.833 silver
Title
Shell and dolphin motifs
Country of origin
Portugal
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
3 cm
Width
6.5 cm
Depth
6 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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