Vintage Pewter Cornucopia Sculpture Vase, 1950s

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A refined 20th-century sculpture vase and centerpiece in solid pure pewter, attributed to high-quality italian metalwork (marked "peltro puro" with … Read more A refined 20th-century sculpture vase and centerpiece in solid pure pewter, attributed to high-quality italian metalwork (marked "peltro puro" with a relief-stamped figurative logo and the initials "mr" and "cr"). Featuring a dynamic asymmetrical composition of three large, stylized, intertwined cornucopias in a brutalist/organic style, the piece boasts a rough, finely hammered surface with deep, austere lead-colored tones. Preserved in excellent condition, perfectly intact, solid, and stable, its natural vintage finish well preserved.

technical details:

type: sculpture vase / decorative centerpiece

origin / manufacturer: attributable to high-quality italian metalwork (marked "peltro puro" with a figurative logo and the initials "mr cr")

period: attributable to the 20th century (vintage)

subject and style: brutalist/organic style | three stylized intertwined cornucopias with a rough, hammered surface and lead-colored highlights

materials: solid pure pewter

dimensions: height 22 cm | width 20 cm | depth 20 cm

condition: excellent condition; heavy, perfectly intact metal structure, stable and free of defects, with its natural original patina.

please note that any white areas in the photo are due to reflections from the artificial lights used to better illuminate the item, which may cause slight color variations in the photograph.

the item is original and is carefully photographed, capturing every detail, highlighting its quality, strengths, and any flaws.

this piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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