Ottaviani & Camilletti - Figurine - LOT Collection-Elephants & Dolphins (7) - 925 Silver Laminated, Silver Plated






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Lot of seven vintage decorative animals in Laminato Argento and chrome-silver plating, made in Italy by Ottaviani & Camilletti circa 1970s–1980s, featuring three dolphins and three elephants with a total weight of about 1,550 g and good vintage condition.
Description from the seller
This collection features premium vintage decorative examples of Laminato Argento (a heavy sheet of sterling silver precision-bonded over a stable structural core), along with silver-plated display items
• Production: c. 1970s – 1990s, Italy
• Art Style: Mid-Century Modern / Decorative Animalier
• Materials: Premium Laminato Argento (sterling silver layer bonded over a structured core) and chrome-silver plating.
Dolphins (3 Pieces)
• 1. Ottaviani Two-Dolphin Glass Sculpture (551g | 19cm): Leaping dolphins on a heavy, controlled-bubble art crystal glass sphere. Signed "Ottaviani - Magna Artis - Made in Italy". Visible repair mark on one dolphin's tail, but overall in a very good vintage condition.
• 2. Camilletti "Dolphins on the Waves" (275g | 15.5cm): Three dolphins on a dark wood base. Original underside foil labels reading "Camilletti Argento 925%". Very good vintage condition.
• 3. Single Dolphin: Pocket-sized dolphin over waves. Stamped with fine Italian polygonal hallmarks on the tail edge. 65 grams. Very good condition with a natural vintage patina.
Elephants (3 Pieces)
• 4. Medium Elephant (311g | 13cm): Raised trunk. Stamped sticker LAM ARGENTO and "LAMINATO Ag" near foot. Very good vintage condition.
• 5. Medium Elephant (180g | 11.5cm): Hallmarked figurine with trunk raised high. One tusks is missing from wear, but easy to replace.
• 6. Small Elephants (108g and 60g | 7.5cm): One has a Laminato Ag sticker under the foot and the other is chrome plated and unmarked.
All pieces retain a highly reflective mirror shine. Please review all photos carefully before bidding.
• Total Lot Weight: Approx. 1,550 grams
Our Terms:
Packing & Shipping:
All items are inspected, photographed, and securely packed. We do not ship to remote islands or non-standard zones without a prior custom quote; unauthorized orders will be canceled.
Claims Policy:
You must record a short video while unboxing your package. To file a claim, contact us immediately with clear photos and the unboxing video. Claims will not be accepted without this proof.
Hallmarks & Disclaimer:
We describe items strictly by transcribing their visible physical hallmarks. As curators—not assayers or silversmiths—we do not perform destructive or core testing.
Solid Silver Guarantee:
Items are only guaranteed as solid silver if (the word “solid”) is explicitly stated in our written description. Otherwise, they are sold as-is based on their stamped markings. Thank you for your understanding!
Seller's Story
This collection features premium vintage decorative examples of Laminato Argento (a heavy sheet of sterling silver precision-bonded over a stable structural core), along with silver-plated display items
• Production: c. 1970s – 1990s, Italy
• Art Style: Mid-Century Modern / Decorative Animalier
• Materials: Premium Laminato Argento (sterling silver layer bonded over a structured core) and chrome-silver plating.
Dolphins (3 Pieces)
• 1. Ottaviani Two-Dolphin Glass Sculpture (551g | 19cm): Leaping dolphins on a heavy, controlled-bubble art crystal glass sphere. Signed "Ottaviani - Magna Artis - Made in Italy". Visible repair mark on one dolphin's tail, but overall in a very good vintage condition.
• 2. Camilletti "Dolphins on the Waves" (275g | 15.5cm): Three dolphins on a dark wood base. Original underside foil labels reading "Camilletti Argento 925%". Very good vintage condition.
• 3. Single Dolphin: Pocket-sized dolphin over waves. Stamped with fine Italian polygonal hallmarks on the tail edge. 65 grams. Very good condition with a natural vintage patina.
Elephants (3 Pieces)
• 4. Medium Elephant (311g | 13cm): Raised trunk. Stamped sticker LAM ARGENTO and "LAMINATO Ag" near foot. Very good vintage condition.
• 5. Medium Elephant (180g | 11.5cm): Hallmarked figurine with trunk raised high. One tusks is missing from wear, but easy to replace.
• 6. Small Elephants (108g and 60g | 7.5cm): One has a Laminato Ag sticker under the foot and the other is chrome plated and unmarked.
All pieces retain a highly reflective mirror shine. Please review all photos carefully before bidding.
• Total Lot Weight: Approx. 1,550 grams
Our Terms:
Packing & Shipping:
All items are inspected, photographed, and securely packed. We do not ship to remote islands or non-standard zones without a prior custom quote; unauthorized orders will be canceled.
Claims Policy:
You must record a short video while unboxing your package. To file a claim, contact us immediately with clear photos and the unboxing video. Claims will not be accepted without this proof.
Hallmarks & Disclaimer:
We describe items strictly by transcribing their visible physical hallmarks. As curators—not assayers or silversmiths—we do not perform destructive or core testing.
Solid Silver Guarantee:
Items are only guaranteed as solid silver if (the word “solid”) is explicitly stated in our written description. Otherwise, they are sold as-is based on their stamped markings. Thank you for your understanding!
