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Massive MCM Italian Silver Giant Clam Shell Centerpiece

$5,550
£4,228.25
€4,875.34
CA$7,767.11
A$8,678.45
CHF 4,539.79
MX$106,425.67
NOK 58,009.95
SEK 55,008.80
DKK 36,387.31
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About the Item

Spectacular, very large MCM Italian silver giant clam shell centerpiece. Fabulous for serving oysters, lobster, calamari and other Frutti di Mare. Hand hammered, finely hand chased, superb quality on par with Buccellati. Marvelous sculptural octopus and triton shell decoration at top right. Three solid silver starfish serve as feet, dancing on a wave motif base with a giant starfish at the center. Solid 800 purity silver weighting 1680 grams/ 54 troy ounces. Makers mark partially obscured, with MI for Milan and 800 for silver. Very good estate condition, light surface wear commensurate with age.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Width: 18.75 in (47.63 cm)Depth: 12 in (30.48 cm)
  • Style:
    Organic Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5828232219552

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