Italian Playing Card Box in Walnut and Silver by Ottaviani, 1970

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Ottaviani Italian Playing Card Box in polished walnut, designed as an elegant double sliding case. Each lid is decorated with … Read more Ottaviani Italian Playing Card Box in polished walnut, designed as an elegant double sliding case. Each lid is decorated with embossed silver panels featuring a stylized female profile and heart motif, highlighted with gold accents in Ottaviani’s distinctive decorative style. The two sections slide apart to reveal interior compartments lined with green felt, designed to hold playing cards while maintaining a refined, sculptural exterior. A sophisticated Italian design piece that combines functional craftsmanship with decorative metalwork. Ottaviani is a well-known Italian silver brand, founded in 1945, recognized for its decorative objects and jewelry. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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