Silver Shell Dishes by Buccellati, Tridacna and Venus
Silver Shell Dishes by Buccellati, Tridacna and Venus
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About This Piece
A pair of beautifully crafted shell-inspired sterling silver dishes by Buccellati — a Tridacna (large clam) dish and a Venus dish. Estate finds in very good condition. Keep summer alive all year with these exquisite nature-inspired pieces from one of Italy’s most celebrated silver houses.
Mario Buccellati opened his first store in Milan in 1919, drawing inspiration from nature and Renaissance motifs. His son Gianmaria Buccellati took the lead of all US stores in 1970 and later expanded to Hong Kong, France, and Monte Carlo.
Hallmarks & Provenance
The larger Tridacna dish is marked 925, Buccellati, and Italy. The smaller Venus dish is marked Buccellati.
Details & Dimensions
- Origin: Italy
- Maker: Buccellati
- Material: Sterling silver, .925 (Tridacna dish)
- Large dish (Tridacna): 3¼" × 3"
- Small dish (Venus): 1⅝" × 1⅝"
- Combined weight: 70 grams (2.25 troy ounces)
- Quantity: Pair
- Item ID: 120041
Condition
Very good. Lightly cleaned. No dents or dings noted.
Shipping & Handling
- Ships next business day via USPS Priority Mail
- Complimentary shipping within the US
- Reduced International Rates available
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