84 - BUCCELLATI

BUCCELLATI SET OF THREE DECORATIVE SHELLS BY BUCCELLATI. ITALY. 20TH CENTURY. An exquisite set of three decorative marine shells mounted by the celebrated Italian jewellery house Buccellati, representing a rare example of 20th-century decorative art in which the natural beauty of organic forms is united with impeccable silversmithing. Each natural shell is enhanced with a mount and decorative elements in 925 sterling silver, executed with the technical virtuosity characteristic of Buccellati. The silverwork carefully follows and accentuates the natural contours of the shells, emphasising their sculptural quality and intricate surface textures. The refined hand-finishing of the metal, the delicate treatment of the relief and the harmonious combination of precious silver with natural material reflect Buccellati’s distinctive artistic vocabulary, rooted in the traditions of the Italian Renaissance and the exceptional craftsmanship of Milanese goldsmiths and silversmiths. Decorative compositions of this kind were created as cabinet and interior objects intended for refined private collections and elegant interiors. Owing to the high quality of execution and their association with one of Italy’s most distinguished jewellery houses, the set is of particular interest both to collectors of Buccellati and to connoisseurs of 20th-century silver. Marks: Buccellati maker’s mark. 925 silver assay mark. Dimensions: Length: from 7.5 to 11 cm. Material: Natural marine shells, 925 sterling silver. Condition: Very good condition. Width: 20cm, Height: 20cm, Depth: 20cm, Weight: 0.215kg, Condition: Good, Material: Silver, Seashell, ID: ID-ANTQ-12199