In 1919, Mario Buccellati (1891–1965) launched his eponymous jewelry house with the opening of his first shop in Milan and quickly built a reputation for his richly embellished traforato, or finely pierced goldwork. The Ancona, Italy–born jeweler’s workmanship was in a class of its own. His pieces were exquisite, yet the gemstones themselves were never too flashy, elevated instead by the designs’ intricate metalsmithing.
A love of tradition set Mario and his fine jewelry house apart in the competitive Italian market and remains a point of pride for the family, which is still closely tied to the business even as it is now owned by Richemont, a luxury conglomerate that also counts Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels among its subsidiaries.
A young Mario Buccellati apprenticed with famed goldsmith Beltrami e Besnati in the early 1900s, although many of the goldsmithing techniques synonymous with Buccellati go as far back as the Italian Renaissance. The family lineage is also said to include 18th-century jeweler Contardo Buccellati.
Owing to the founder’s advanced metalworking skills, the brand is known for designs that feature metal with the delicacy of lace and draw on the wonders of the natural world. The house’s work is typified by intricate gemstone settings that emphasize their natural color and dense engraving techniques that transform the texture of gold.
One of the time-honored engraving techniques that has come to characterize Buccellati’s work — techniques that require apprenticeships and training in the fine jeweler’s workshops — is called rigato. It involves the engraving of a precious metal with a series of parallel lines to achieve a fabric-like effect.
Rigato is on luminous display in the house’s Macri collection of earrings, cuff bracelets and other accessories. A painstaking attention to detail is pronounced in the celebrated Macri, Bartolomeo and Unica collections — witness the striking honeycomb motif, a house signature, that characterizes the Unica collection’s Caterina bracelet, for example.
The Macri collection was the work of Mario’s son, Gianmaria Buccellati, an award-winning jeweler and internationally renowned silversmith who worked to bring the brand to the global stage by overseeing the opening of boutiques in Tokyo, Paris, California and elsewhere.
In 1951, Mario opened his first store in New York City; today the company operates boutiques worldwide. In 2019, the company celebrated its centennial with a new flagship in Paris and the Vintage collection, which features some of its most enduring designs.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Buccellati jewelry, including earrings, necklaces, rings and other accessories.
A large sterling silver maple leaf centerpiece by Buccellati, Italy 20th century
By Gianmaria Buccellati, Buccellati
Located in View Park, CA
A rare large maple leaf sterling silver centerpiece created by the famous Italian silversmith Buccellati, twentieth century. The centerpiece is composed of three large finely chisele...
Sterling Silver
Rare One-of-a-Kind Buccellati Sterling Silver Polo Trophy for Boca Raton Polo
By Buccellati
Located in Long Island City, NY, NY
A rare, one-of-a-kind, custom-made Italian sterling silver polo trophy by Buccellati, commissioned for the prestigious J. Myer Schine Annual Memorial Polo Tournament, one of the most...
Sterling Silver
An Italian silver shell form centerpiece by Buccellati, 20th century
By Buccellati
Located in View Park, CA
A sea shell centerpiece made of solid heavy gauge sterling silver and with conch shell feet by Buccellati, signed, Italy 20th century. This rare and elegant neoclassical treasure wi...
Sterling Silver
Buccellati Sterling Silver Vine Leaf Bowl
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Hand finished and hallmarked, this extra large version of Buccellati's iconic leaf bowls features an intricate etched veining design. Fully marked on underside.
Sterling Silver
Buccellati Sterling Silver & Murano Glass Pumpkin Marmalade Jar
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Modern figural marmalade jar. Murano glass bowl in form of pumpkin. Round and lobed in speckled orange with green patch ; cased solid white interior. Sterling silver cover domed with...
Sterling Silver
Stylish Buccellati Sterling Silver Stem Flower Salt & Pepper Shakers
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Stylish sterling silver figural salt and pepper shakers. Two flowers (one with gilt traces) set in stand. Each flower has a curvilinear stem, round bud with threaded double-leaf cove...
Sterling Silver
Borgia by Buccellati Italy Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 35 pcs Dinner
By Buccellati
Located in Big Bend, WI
Timeless and elegant, Buccellati sterling silver is the ultimate heirloom, treasured by each generation in turn. Simple elegance, handcrafted from sterling silver. Made in Italy by t...
Sterling Silver
Rare Gianmaria Buccellati Set of 8 Sterling Silver Chargers in Laura Pattern
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Rare Gianmaria Buccellati set of 8 sterling silver chargers in the celebrated Laura pattern, beautifully adorned with stylized vegetable motifs, with an outer diameter of 12 1/5'' (i...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Buccellati Italian Pair of Sterling Silver Cufflinks in Floral Design
By Buccellati, Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Gianmaria Buccellati, Italian, pair of sterling silver cufflinks, with a red stone at the center, in a beautiful floral motif, measuring 2/3'' in diameter, and bearing hallmarks. Sol...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Buccellati Italian Sterling Silver Cognac Claret Bar Jug Label
By Gianmaria Buccellati, Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Rare Buccellati sterling silver claret bar jug label. COGNAC embossed on the front in the center. Marks on the back: Gianmaria Buccellati (signature and Ita...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Milano by Buccellati Italy Silver Flatware Set Service 33 pcs Dinner
By Buccellati
Located in Big Bend, WI
Handcrafted in sterling silver and adorned with reeded borders and stylized rope accents, the Milano flatware collection is a fashionable update on traditional design. The house of B...
Sterling Silver
Vintage Buccellati Sterling Silver Letter Opener with Rocaille Handle
By Buccellati
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed Italian silver letter opener. By Buccellati. In sterling silver. With a rocaille handle. Fully marked to the reverse. Simply wonderful Buccellati design! Date: 2...
Sterling Silver
Buccellati Italian Sterling Silver Porto Claret Bar Jug Label
By Buccellati, Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Rare Buccellati sterling silver claret jug bar label. PORTO embossed on the front in the center. Marks on the back: Gianmaria Buccellati (signature and Italian maker's mark), ITALY,...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Buccellati Pair of Poppy Flower Sterling Candlestick Holders
By Buccellati
Located in Toledo, OH
Beautiful pair of Buccellati poppy flower sterling candlestick holders. Stamped Italy, Sterling, Buccellati. The poppy flower has vermeil gilded petals, with the center of the flower...
Sterling Silver
Winterset by Buccellati Italy Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set 103 pieces
By Buccellati
Located in Big Bend, WI
Simple elegance, handcrafted from sterling silver. Made in Italy by the 18th century house of Buccellati, whose artisans emphasize timeless style, integrity of materials, and pleasur...
Sterling Silver
Buccellati six card-holders sterling silver Ocean-themed
By Buccellati
Located in Paris, FR
This rare set of six place card holders (place card) by M. Buccellati is a tribute to the marine world, captured through the elegance of Italian silversmithing. Each piece is finely ...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Buccellati - Sterling Silver bowl dish with malachite
By Buccellati
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sterling silver bowl / dish by Buccellati, with a malachite stone Italian work circa 1970 Silver hallmark 925 Signed Height: 19 cm - 7.48 inches Length: 35.6 cm - 14.01 inches Diam...
Malachite, Sterling Silver
Buccellati Italian Sterling Silver Gin Claret Jug Label
By Buccellati, Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Rare Buccellati sterling silver claret jug bar label. GIN embossed on the front in the center. Marks on the back: Gianmaria Buccellati (signature and Italian maker's mark), ITALY, 9...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Buccellati Italian Pair of Sterling Silver & Jasper Floral Cufflinks
By Gianmaria Buccellati, Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Gianmaria Buccellati, Italian, pair of sterling silver cufflinks with red jasper at the center, in a beautiful floral motif, measuring 2/3'' in diameter, and bearing hallmarks. Sold ...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Buccellati Sterling Silver Village Scene Sleigh 2001 Christmas Ornament
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Charming sterling silver Christmas tree ornament/pendant with an image of reindeer sled flying through town. Great for home decor and/or holid...
Sterling Silver, Silver
Buccellati Italian Sterling Silver Berry Porto Claret Jug Label
By Buccellati, Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Rare 925 sterling silver claret jug labels label. PORTO embossed on the front in the center. Marks on the back: Gianmaria Buccellati (signature and Italian maker's mark), ITALY, 9...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Buccellati Italian Sterling Silver Gin Claret Bar Jug Label
By Buccellati, Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Rare Buccellati sterling silver claret bar jug label. GIN embossed on the front in the center. Marks on the back: Gianmaria Buccellati (signature and Italia...
Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century Italian Sterling Silver Picture Frame
By Arval Argenti Valenza
Located in VALENZA, IT
Sterling silver photo frame. The frame was made in Italy by the Argenteria Raddi of Florence. The design is typically Libeerty with the characteristic flowers, festoons and ribbons...
Sterling Silver
$2,726Sale Price|22% Off
H 14.97 in W 13.39 in D 5.52 in
20th Century Italian Sterling Silver Table Lamp
By Silver Fashion Silvan
Located in VALENZA, IT
Two light solid sterling silver lamp. The base is round while the stem has a double empty tubes where the electric wire passes. The lamp holders are in the shape of a tulip flowers i...
Sterling Silver
$319Sale Price / set|24% Off
H 2.75 in Dm 1.5 in
Pair of Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Salt & Pepper Shaker
Located in Sheffield, MA
Faneuil by Tiffany & Co. sterling silver salt shaker and pepper mill set. Simple elegance, Salt shaker 1.5" D x 2.25" H. OFFERING FREE SHIPPING TO CONTINENTAL US. PLEASE JUST ASK FO...
Sterling Silver
19th Century Signed Tiffany Vine Pattern Sterling Silver Bowl
By Charles L. Tiffany
Located in Savannah, GA
This delightful vine pattern sterling silver bowl by Tiffany features a daisy motif around the top side rim, and is monogrammed Margaret Foster Smith 1893. The piece is marked on the...
Sterling Silver
20th Century Italian Sterling Silver Table Box
By Pampaloni
Located in VALENZA, IT
Rectangular/octagonal table box in 925 silver. The box was completely handmade in Florence at the end of the last century. Engraved with floral and abstract motifs, it has been fin...
Sterling Silver
20th Century Italian Solid Silver Thermal Jug
By Arval Argenti Valenza
Located in VALENZA, IT
800 solid silver thermo jug made entirely by hand from the silver sheet. The body is square and developing it in its height forms a parallelepiped. The spout is shaped to allow the l...
Silver
$758 / item
H 2.37 in Dm 2.17 in
Antique Silver Salt Shaker, A Pair of Salt & Pepper Shakers Crystal Bowl
Located in Wembley, GB
Pair of Gilt Bronze and Glass Salt Cellars, Antique English Tableware A charming pair of antique gilt-bronze salt cellars, each with a delicate leaf-shaped base and curved handle, su...
Crystal, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Italian Sterling Silver Vase
By Argenterie Lala
Located in VALENZA, IT
Elegant and refined sterling silver vase. Entirely handcrafted and embossed with a torchon motif, the vase has been finely hammered all over the body. The mouth of the vase is shap...
Sterling Silver
$650
H 0.25 in W 3.4 in D 4.3 in
Buccellati Sterling Silver Village Scene Sleigh 2001 Christmas Ornament
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Charming sterling silver Christmas tree ornament/pendant with an image of reindeer sled flying through town. Great for home decor and/or holid...
Sterling Silver, Silver
Buccellati six card-holders sterling silver Ocean-themed
By Buccellati
Located in Paris, FR
This rare set of six place card holders (place card) by M. Buccellati is a tribute to the marine world, captured through the elegance of Italian silversmithing. Each piece is finely ...
Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century Sterling Italian Silver Lamp
By Silver Fashion Silvan
Located in VALENZA, IT
One light solid sterling silver lamp. The base is round while the stem has an empty tube where the electric wire passes. The lamp holder is in the shape of a tulip flower in fusion ...
Sterling Silver
1911 Tiffany & Co. Diamond-Encrusted Sterling Silver Polo Trophy
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This magnificent sterling silver polo trophy was crafted by the estimable Tiffany & Co in 1911. The Adam's style urn body and top is brilliantly crafted in the classical vein, with simple braided trim, two elegant long handles, and a neoclassical finial on the top. At center is the show-stopping and impressively sized silver polo player...
Multi-gemstone, Sterling Silver
Mario Buccellati Sterling Silver Chamberstick or Candle Holder
By Mario Buccellati, Buccellati
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed chamber candlestick. By Buccellati. In sterling silver. In sturdy, heavy gauged silver with a pie crust pan, raised bobeche, elongated handle, and 4 scroll feet. F...
Sterling Silver
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H 4.53 in W 11.26 in D 8.5 in
MARIO BUCCELLATI 1960 Scalloped Center Ovoid Vase In Solid .925 Sterling Silver
By Mario Buccellati, Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
Scalloped center vase designed by Mario Buccellati (1891-1965). This is a gorgeous vintage scalloped center vase created in Milano Italy by the jewelry house of Mario Buccellati bac...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Pair Of Buccellati Sterling Silver Tabletop Pomanders
By Buccellati
Located in Norwood, NJ
Buccellati sterling silver pomander, modelled as a sunflower on foliate stem, Stamped 'Buccellati, Italy, Sterling. Of fine detail, with removable flower exposing a hollow bulb at t...
Sterling Silver
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H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Milano by Buccellati Italy Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 40 pc Dinner Unused
By Buccellati
Located in Big Bend, WI
Handcrafted in sterling silver and adorned with reeded borders and stylized rope accents, the Milano flatware collection is a fashionable update on traditional design. The house of B...
Sterling Silver
Signed Vintage Buccellati Italian Sterling Silver Pepper Grinder or Mill
By Tiffany & Co., Buccellati, Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine designer pepper grinder or mill. By Buccellati. In sterling silver. With raised acanthus leaf decoration around the circumference and a stylized ribbon finial. (The pepper...
Sterling Silver
Signed Vintage Buccellati Italian Sterling Silver Pepper Grinder or Mill
By Buccellati, Tiffany & Co., Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine designer pepper grinder or mill. By Buccellati. In sterling silver. With raised acanthus leaf decoration around the circumference and a stylized lemon finial. (The pepper ...
Sterling Silver
Buccellati - Sterling Silver Nautilus Centerpiece shell
By Buccellati
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Centerpiece in sterling silver by Buccellati Composed of three nautilus resting on shells Silver hallmark 925 Silversmith: Buccellati Diameter: 23 cm Height: 9.5 cm Weight: 692 grams...
Sterling Silver
Buccellati - Large Mounted Shell In Sterling Silver
By Buccellati
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large mounted shell in sterling silver Hallmark of Buccellati In great condition
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Buccellati Goblet
By Buccellati
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This sterling silver hand hammered goblet is made by and signed “Buccellati Sterling”. It is modern and still elegant. The top portion is rounded and compliments the stem base. A rea...
Sterling Silver
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H 4.75 in W 3.75 in D 0.25 in
Vintage Italian Buccellati Sterling Silver Eagle Christmas Ornament #223
By Buccellati
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vintage Italian Buccellati Sterling Silver Eagle Christmas Ornament #223 Marked to verso as such.
Sterling Silver
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H 4.52 in W 3.45 in D 2.54 in
Buccellati Milano Double Handle Cup Vase In Solid .925 Sterling Silver
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
A sterling silver cup designed by Buccellati. Vintage double handles cup, created in Milan Italy by the house of Buccellati. This beautiful piece has been crafted with classical patterns in solid .925/.999 sterling silver with very high polished finish. Weight: 154.95 Grams, (99.33 Dwt). Measurements: 87 mm by 115 mm by 64 mm (3.45 x 4.52 x 2.54 Inches). Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the Italian silver assay mark, the serial numbers and signed, "BUCCELLATI STERLING 30875". Mario Buccellati, born in 1891 and opened his first enterprise in 1919, after the establishment of stores in Milan, Rome and Florence, began the development of his overseas business by opening a new store on Fifth Avenue in New York in 1954 and another in Worth Avenue in Palm Beach, Florida in 1958. In 1949, Mario Buccellati was commissioned to create an icon by Pope PiUs XII...
Silver, Sterling Silver
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H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Borgia by Buccellati Italy Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set 8 Service 48 Pcs
By Buccellati
Located in Big Bend, WI
Timeless and elegant, Buccellati sterling silver is the ultimate heirloom, treasured by each generation in turn. Simple elegance, handcrafted from sterling silver. Made in Italy by t...
Sterling Silver