Lot 288
  • 288

An Italian silver frog-form box, Mario Buccellati, circa 1960

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • engraved on base MARIO BUCCELLATI
  • Silver, Hardstone
  • height 6 1/4 in.
  • 15.9cm
realistically modeled with hardstone eyes, gilt interior

Condition

hinge broken on one side, wear to gilding; otherwise good, crisp condition
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