Figure - Miniature animali in argento (Giraffa

Lot of 10 refined animal-themed miniature pieces in silver and hard stone, perfect for collectors and lovers of precious miniatures. The lot includes a splendid variety of subjects finely worked: Lot composition: 7 pieces in 800 fineness silver, 1 miniature (teddy bear) presumably in 925 silver with enamel details, and 1 piece (flamingo) with illegible hallmarks. Subjects and materials included: Giraffe, goat kid with horns, tortoise, snail, butterfly brooch/clasp, swan, flamingo, microscopic teddy bear, and a charming duckling with a body in pink hard stone (likely rose quartz) and a silver head and tail. Conditions: Excellent overall state of preservation (please view all detailed photos for individual conditions and measurements). Description of individual miniatures. 1) Charming 800 silver giraffe-shaped miniature Description: Elegant decorative miniature depicting a giraffe with a long neck, featuring meticulous relief work reproducing the animal’s distinctive spotted coat and expressive facial details. A collectible object with a sleek, graceful design. Metal: 800 silver (clearly visible hallmark on the neck). Dimensions: Height: ~9 cm Maximum width: ~3.2 cm Maximum depth: ~1 cm Weight: 17 g. Conditions: Excellent condition, original silver patina intact. 2) Charming 800 silver turtle-shaped miniature Description: Delicate decorative miniature depicting a turtle, characterized by very careful and detailed work on the shell (raised plates) and on the head and legs. The title hallmark is clearly visible on the bottom interior. Metal: 800 silver (hallmark “800” clearly legible on the base). Dimensions: Length: ~3.5 cm Width: ~2.5 cm Height: ~1 cm Weight: 12 g. Conditions: Excellent condition, beautiful three-dimensional details. 3) Detailed 800 silver goat kid/ibex miniature Description: Stunning and dynamic miniature depicting a goat kid or ibex, featuring long, ringed horns crafted with great precision and a finely chased coat. The proud pose and the attention to anatomical details make it a valuable piece for collectors. Metal: 800 silver (hallmark “800” clearly visible on the bottom). Dimensions: Maximum height: ~3.5 cm Maximum width: ~3 cm Maximum depth: ~1 cm Weight: 16 g. Conditions: Excellent condition, sharp details and original patina. 4) Refined flamingo miniature with small hallmarks Description: Elegant decorative miniature depicting a standing flamingo, with the typical curved neck, finely chased wings, and a worked base. Along the neck there are two small marks/hallmarks (illegible) attesting to quality and probable noble metal nature (presumably silver). Metal: Presumably silver (two hallmarks located on the neck). Dimensions: Maximum height: ~4 cm Maximum thickness: ~1.2 cm Maximum depth: ~1.1 cm Weight: 5 g. Conditions: Excellent condition, graceful lines and well-defined details. 5) Refined bird shaped miniature with pink quartz insert Description: Charming decorative miniature depicting a small bird (duck) in a crouched pose. The head, neck and tail are finely chased metal, while the body is composed of a smooth pink hard stone cabochon. The head bears marks/hallmarks (one reading “800”) confirming silver execution. Materials: Metal: 800 silver (hallmarked at the base of the neck). Stone: Likely rose quartz, with the typical pastel hue and visible crystal structure when backlit. Dimensions: Maximum length: ~2.5 cm Maximum width: ~1.2 cm Maximum depth: ~1.3 cm Weight: 5 g. Conditions: Excellent condition; the combination of the polished silver and the rose quartz is very pleasing and detailed. 6) Wonderful 800 silver butterfly brooch with cut-out wings Description: Elegant decorative brooch modeled as a butterfly, with finely pierced wings and raised details. On the back of the left wing is the official hall mark certifying the metal alloy ("800"). The pin is straight, rigid, and securely attached for reliable wearing. Metal: 800 silver (hallmarked on the back). Dimensions: Height/Maximum length: ~4.5 cm Maximum width: ~3.7 cm Weight: 4 g. Conditions: Excellent condition, intact structure, crisp chased details and a straight, robust pin. 7) Detailed 800 silver snail miniature Description: Delicate decorative miniature depicting a moving snail, with a finely engraved spiral shell and well-defined tentacles. The official hall mark is clearly impressed on the lower base, certifying the metal ("800"). Metal: 800 silver (hallmarked on the bottom). Dimensions: Maximum length: ~3.6 cm Maximum height: ~1.3 cm Maximum thickness: ~1.2 cm Weight: 15 g. Conditions: Excellent condition, with smooth lines, realistic details and precise finishes. 8) Elegant 800 silver swan miniature Description: Refined decorative miniature depicting a swan in an elegant pose, with partially spread wings and a curved neck. The bottom bears the official hall mark certifying the alloy ("800"). Metal: 800 silver (hallmarked on the base). Dimensions: Maximum length: ~2.0 cm Maximum height: ~2.1 cm Maximum width: ~1.1 cm Weight: 5 g. Conditions: Excellent condition, with slender lines and well-defined details. 9) Lovely enamel teddy pendant Description: Charming miniature pendant in the shape of a bear, enhanced by red enamel details on the ears, snout and paws, completed by two tiny black enamel eyes. The reverse side (bail) bears the clearly legible marking "ITALY", while the fineness mark (likely 925) is partial or not clearly defined. Metal: Presumably 925 silver (inferred from the type and origin marking, though not clearly legible). Dimensions: Maximum length: ~1.0 cm Maximum width: ~0.9 cm Weight: Under 1 g (not detectable or negligible on a digital scale). Conditions: Excellent condition, intact and glossy enamel. 10) 800 silver stork with movable bundle and enamels Description: Lost-wwas wax microcast piece made in Italy, stamped "800" and marked “NICCHI 1053 AR”. Production plausibly dates from the late 1960s to the 1980s. The stork, finely pierced with hearts, carries a small movable bundle in its beak, adding a playful and light touch to the motif. Completing the piece, nine hand-applied blue enamel cabochons: two on the stork’s eyes, six on the back, and one on the bundle, creating a refined color contrast with the bright silver. Icon of good luck and rebirth. A rare piece perfect for collectors of Italian design and craftsmanship in miniature. Dimensions: Height = 5 cm Maximum width = 4 cm Weight = 15 g. Visual note: Some images in the lot have been digitally altered to unify the white background and highlight the details of the objects, which remain faithful to the original in every part. The published photographic images remain, in any case, an integral and substantial part of the description of the entire lot. Note on materials and condition: The items are made of silver and all retain the typical and fascinating original patina of their era, left intact to preserve authenticity and the lived-in feel of the pieces. The items will be packed with maximum care and shipped with a tracked service.

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