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Ottaviani Decorative Boxes

Ottaviani is exquisite and well-known jewelry and silver designer firm, which has been in business since 1945. They are located in the small seaside town of Recanati, Italy. It was during the period from 1950-70, that most of their highly coveted and interesting design work was done, in both enamel and silver combination.

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Creator: Ottaviani
"Fantastical Bird, " Mid Century Box by Ottaviani in Silver, Enamel and Rosewood
"Fantastical Bird, " Mid Century Box by Ottaviani in Silver, Enamel and Rosewood

"Fantastical Bird, " Mid Century Box by Ottaviani in Silver, Enamel and Rosewood

By Ottaviani

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Beautifully crafted of hammered silver -- now with a soft, old silver patina -- enamel and rosewood, this exceptional decorative box depicts a wildly imaginative crane-like bird with...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottaviani Decorative Boxes

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Silver

Design box, smoking, 925 Sterling silver enamel painting, Ottaviani, 1960s Italy
Design box, smoking, 925 Sterling silver enamel painting, Ottaviani, 1960s Italy

Design box, smoking, 925 Sterling silver enamel painting, Ottaviani, 1960s Italy

By Ottaviani

Located in Wien, AT

Spectacular craftsmanship! This impressive box was designed by the renowned Italian designer Ottaviani and manufactured in Italy in the 1960s. The body is made of walnut wood, cover...

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ottaviani Decorative Boxes

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

Ottaviani Italian Playing Card Box 1970's
Ottaviani Italian Playing Card Box 1970's

Ottaviani Italian Playing Card Box 1970's

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Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio

Ottaviani Italian Playing Card Box in polished walnut, designed as an elegant double sliding case. Each lid is decorated with embossed silver panels featuring a stylized female profi...

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20th Century Italian Modern Ottaviani Decorative Boxes

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Italian New Old Stock 1980s Decorative / Jewelry Silver Art Nouveau Box
Italian New Old Stock 1980s Decorative / Jewelry Silver Art Nouveau Box

Italian New Old Stock 1980s Decorative / Jewelry Silver Art Nouveau Box

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Introducing the Exquisite 1980s Black Lacquered Wooden Box by Ottaviani: A Timeless Treasure of Elegance and Craftsmanship! Are you in search of a truly unique and stunning piece th...

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OTTAVIANI 1960 Modernist Cedar Box With Enameled Designs .925 Sterling Silver
OTTAVIANI 1960 Modernist Cedar Box With Enameled Designs .925 Sterling Silver

OTTAVIANI 1960 Modernist Cedar Box With Enameled Designs .925 Sterling Silver

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Ottaviani decorative boxes for sale on 1stDibs.

Ottaviani decorative boxes are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of silver and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Ottaviani decorative boxes, although silver editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original decorative boxes by Ottaviani were created in the mid-century modern style in italy during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider decorative boxes by Rosenthal Netter, Aldo Londi, and Gucci. Prices for Ottaviani decorative boxes can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $850 and can go as high as $2,470, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,353.