Italian Modernist 800° Silver, Agate, Malachite, Nacre & Wood Box, ca.1960

Description

Mid-Century Modern
Box
800
°
Silver, Agate, Malachite, Nacre & Wood
Italy, ca. 1960
ABOUT BOX
This unusual, finely handcrafted tabletop box most likely was intended to hold money. It unmistakable appearance immediately evokes the distinctive mid-20th century Italian modernist style - a combination of refined simplicity and luxury that has always been the hallmark of Italian design. Framed in heavy cast silver, the bottom surface and the surface of the top lid are made from solid slabs of black agate. The dynamic decorative geometric pattern of natural semi-precious stones covers the top slab with richly inlaid malachite ovals of different sizes and mother-of-pearl triangles of irregular shape. Moreover, these simple geometric elements are organized in such a way that a complete illusion of constant chaotic movement is created. The inside of the box is made of pear wood.
MARKINGS
Fully marked with ‘800°’, ‘Italy’ and ‘Made in Italy’ on silver edges. On the bottom slab of the box, the initial 'W' (unidentified work master) is inlaid.
DIMENSIONS
Height: 1 1/16 inches
Width: 6 5/16 inches
Depth: 3 7/8 inches
AUTHENTICITY
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INSURANCE
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