Large and Extraordinary Silver Plate Covered Lobster Platter
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Directory: Archives: Decorative Art: Metals: Silver: Plate: Pre 1980: Item # 1350824
Directory: Archives: Decorative Art: Metals: Silver: Plate: Pre 1980: Item # 1350824
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This hand hammered covered serving platter is stunning, with exceptional detail and refinement. It is large, measuring 21 1/2" x 10 1/4" wide, 9 1/2" high (to tips of lobster antennae), and the applied lobster handle with seaweed is 10". The surface is all hand hammered, and the bottom of the tray is stippled. It is stamped "silver plate" on the tray, just under the lip of the top, with no makers mark. It resembles the work of Franco Lagini, working in Italy in the 1970's, as well as Fratelli Lisi, Piero Figura, and Gabriella Crespi, all active there during the same era. The lobster body, seaweed, and shell handle are strikingly like those of the Buccellati workshop, and are very refined and lifelike. It is possibly a custom made piece from any of the designers of this era, and may be one of a kind. The antennae are attached separately, and tend to come out easily, so we wrapped the ends in fine thread to secure them; they could be glued or soldered, but having them come out is useful for cleaning or polishing. This unique serving piece has scale, elegance, and a bit of whimsy, and would enhance any dining experience. Additional photos available on request.
This hand hammered covered serving platter is stunning, with exceptional detail and refinement. It is large, measuring 21 1/2" x 10 1/4" wide, 9 1/2" high (to tips of lobster antennae), and the applied lobster handle with seaweed is 10". The surface is all hand hammered, and the bottom of the tray is stippled. It is stamped "silver plate" on the tray, just under the lip of the top, with no makers mark. It resembles the work of Franco Lagini, working in Italy in the 1970's, as well as Fratelli Lisi, Piero Figura, and Gabriella Crespi, all active there during the same era. The lobster body, seaweed, and shell handle are strikingly like those of the Buccellati workshop, and are very refined and lifelike. It is possibly a custom made piece from any of the designers of this era, and may be one of a kind. The antennae are attached separately, and tend to come out easily, so we wrapped the ends in fine thread to secure them; they could be glued or soldered, but having them come out is useful for cleaning or polishing. This unique serving piece has scale, elegance, and a bit of whimsy, and would enhance any dining experience. Additional photos available on request.