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Penguin by Alcino Silversmith Handcrafted in Sterling Silver with Ostrich Egg

About the Item

Penguin by Alcino Silversmith 1902 is a handcrafted piece in 925 sterling silver with ostrich egg application and black onix eyes. This penguin is a contemporary sculpture made of chiseled silver plate applicated to the natural ostrich egg, is totally handcrafted, hammered by excellent craftsmen, giving this piece a much higher future valorization. The simbolism of an egg in a unique piece gives an spiritual believing to birth and abundance, meaning an sign of life. Penguins are associated with dreams, communication, evolution and adaptability. This animal sculpture is a unique piece due to the mother-of-pearl being always unique and the handmade techniques. No two animals will never be the same. This piece was handcrafted in our workshop in Porto, Portugal. It is all in Sterling silver 925 with an ostrich egg and black onix eyes. The finishing is oxidized. Sterling silver 925, weight: 160 grams.
  • Creator:
    Alcino Silversmith (Workshop/Studio)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.3 in (16 cm)Diameter: 3.15 in (8 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Ostrich Eggshell,Silver,Sterling Silver,Hammered,Hand-Crafted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    2022
  • Production Type:
    New & Custom(One of a Kind)
  • Estimated Production Time:
    Available Now
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Porto, PT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 12216071stDibs: LU7115231085842

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