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Italian Silver Figural Compote of Mercury by G. Accarisi, Florence

$1,450
£1,095.95
€1,281.92
CA$2,058.88
A$2,094.59
CHF 1,203.58
MX$25,187.66
NOK 14,051.63
SEK 14,135.75
DKK 9,583.03

About the Item

Italian silver compote late 19th century, with mark of G. Accarisi of Firenze/Florence. The compote is in the form of a shallow bowl held aloft by a model of Mercury based on the sculpture of Mercury by Giambologna. It is raised on a domed circular foot with chased floral motifs alternating between female masks and shells in high relief, the bowls each with period armorial engraving of a stag's head and the monogram "AJS." The compote is 8.25 in. and weighs 14.5 troy oz. Giuseppe Accarisi was a highly regarded jeweler and silversmith working in Florence during the late 19th century. His workshop crafted fine silver objects in the 16th century style.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)Diameter: 5.125 in (13.02 cm)
  • Style:
    Renaissance Revival (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Silver,Cast
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    Minor losses. Mercury staff and a wing from the left foot broken and missing. Possible solder repair of the attachment of the foot to the base.
  • Seller Location:
    Sarasota, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5430220844872

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