Description
Salvilla with handles; Bolivia or Peru 18th century. Silver. No silversmith's marks. Measurements: 3 x 30 cm (diameter). Weight: 918 grams. Salvilla made in silver with a sober finish except for the eaves which have a perimeter of curved lines with protrusions and protrusions. The handles are also ornamented with a schematic representation of a lion's head. Novo-Hispanic craftsmanship would reach very high levels of finesse and quality worthy of European work. Western tradition was combined with the cultural roots and heritage of the places of work where the craftsmen displayed great talent both in the execution of their work and in the creation of particularly novel and original models and decorations.
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Salvilla with handles; Bolivia or Peru 18th century. Silver. No silversmith's marks. Measurements: 3 x 30 cm (diameter). Weight: 918 grams. Salvilla made in silver with a sober finish except for the eaves which have a perimeter of curved lines with protrusions and protrusions. The handles are also ornamented with a schematic representation of a lion's head. Novo-Hispanic craftsmanship would reach very high levels of finesse and quality worthy of European work. Western tradition was combined with the cultural roots and heritage of the places of work where the craftsmen displayed great talent both in the execution of their work and in the creation of particularly novel and original models and decorations.
