Caixa de rapé - Prata, Filigrana - Rare 19th Century Silver






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Caixa de prata filigrane do século XIX de Portugal, datada de 1891, 8×5×6 cm, 40 g, forma bombé em quatro pés, tampa gravada com « D. Maria José Arroyo | 4-12-1891 », estado excelente.
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Rare 19th Century Silver Filigree Box / Jewelry Casket – Dated Dec 4th, 1891 (Collector's Piece)
A magnificent and rare 19th-century silver box (suitable as a jewelry casket, trinket box, or table snuff box) featuring exquisite and intricate openwork filigree craftsmanship. This piece is a true masterpiece of late 19th-century silversmithing, boasting an elegant bombé shape and resting gracefully on four solid silver ball feet.
The lid features a beautifully polished central silver plaque, masterfully hand-engraved with flawless period calligraphy: "D. Maria José Arroyo | 4-12-1891". This precise historical personalization and date add exceptional provenance, documentative charm, and antique value to the piece.
The filigree work is remarkably dense and well-preserved, blending defined structural wirework with delicate, lace-like coiled silver threads that create a stunning translucent effect under the light.
A true museum-quality item, perfect for serious collectors of fine silver, European antiques, or as an extraordinary, historic gift.
Item Details:
Material: Silver
Period: Late 19th Century (Dated 1891)
Condition: Excellent antique condition with a beautiful natural patina.
Dimensions: 8 cm x 5 cm x 6 cm (Approx. 3.1" x 2.0" x 2.4")
Weight: 40 grams
Rare 19th Century Silver Filigree Box / Jewelry Casket – Dated Dec 4th, 1891 (Collector's Piece)
A magnificent and rare 19th-century silver box (suitable as a jewelry casket, trinket box, or table snuff box) featuring exquisite and intricate openwork filigree craftsmanship. This piece is a true masterpiece of late 19th-century silversmithing, boasting an elegant bombé shape and resting gracefully on four solid silver ball feet.
The lid features a beautifully polished central silver plaque, masterfully hand-engraved with flawless period calligraphy: "D. Maria José Arroyo | 4-12-1891". This precise historical personalization and date add exceptional provenance, documentative charm, and antique value to the piece.
The filigree work is remarkably dense and well-preserved, blending defined structural wirework with delicate, lace-like coiled silver threads that create a stunning translucent effect under the light.
A true museum-quality item, perfect for serious collectors of fine silver, European antiques, or as an extraordinary, historic gift.
Item Details:
Material: Silver
Period: Late 19th Century (Dated 1891)
Condition: Excellent antique condition with a beautiful natural patina.
Dimensions: 8 cm x 5 cm x 6 cm (Approx. 3.1" x 2.0" x 2.4")
Weight: 40 grams
