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A striking Art Nouveau decorative platter by Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik (WMF), featuring a finely cast mythological hunting scene in high relief. The central motif depicts Diana the Huntress surrounded by nymphs, hounds, and woodland game. Executed in silver-plated grey metal, the platter exemplifies the flowing lines and classical themes characteristic of the German Arts & Crafts movement around 1900.
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Maker: WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik)
Period: Circa 1900
Style: Art Nouveau
Material: Silver-plated grey metal (with a pewter-like finish)Dimensions: 41 cm (length) x 24 cm (height) x 4 cm (depth)
Weight: 874 grams
Marks: Stamped with WMF mark and model number on the reverse
Condition Report: Good antique condition. Minor surface wear and slight rubbing to raised details, age related oxidations.
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Item description
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Buccellati of Italy is the most renowned silver maker globally, offering the highest quality of silver workmanship. It is known for its exquisite creativity, aesthetics, and craftsmanship.
The early history of the family business of Buccellati begins with Contargo Buccellati, father of Mario Buccellati, working as a goldsmith in Milan. At the age of 12, Mario Buccellati apprenticed with a highly reputed jewellery shop in Milan, Beltrami & Beltrami. Mario took over the company in 1919 and renamed it Buccellati.
Mario Buccellati attained his fame and royal acceptance in 1949 when Pope Pius XII authorised Buccellati to design an iconic piece for Princess Margaret to represent the significance of the first British Royal visit to Vatican City in centuries.
Mario Buccellati passed away in 1965, leaving the secrets of manufacturing to younger generations. His business was split among four out of his five sons: Lorenzo, Federico, Luca, and Gianmaria.
Gianmaria Buccellati launched a new brand and started his independent business without his brothers. This solo endeavour was successful, but in 2011, he made an agreement with some of his relatives and joined back his family business, calling it Buccellati Holding Italia.