Italian Sterling Silver 925 Madonna and Child Bas-Relief Wall Plaque by Guerrini, 1980s

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Elegant Italian devotional wall artwork depicting the classic subject of the Madonna and Child, executed as a refined bas-relief on … Read more Elegant Italian devotional wall artwork depicting the classic subject of the Madonna and Child, executed as a refined bas-relief on sterling silver 925 plate with selective gilt highlights.

The central sacred composition shows the Virgin Mary tenderly holding the Child, rendered with delicate modeling, soft facial features and finely worked decorative details. The silver surface is enriched with chased and embossed ornamental motifs, including architectural framing, stylized landscape elements and a decorated halo, while the subtle gold accents enhance the devotional and precious character of the piece.

This type of sacred silver wall plaque belongs to a highly recognizable Italian tradition of refined decorative silverwork, particularly popular between the late 1970s and the 1980s. During that period, historic silversmith workshops from the Marche region produced elegant religious and celebratory objects intended as prestigious gifts for important occasions such as weddings, baptisms, anniversaries and family commemorations.

The work is presented in its original decorative frame, with a wide textile mat and a black, silver and gold molded frame, giving the piece a formal and dignified presence suitable for both a classic interior and a refined collector’s setting.

An important detail for the listing is the accompanying guarantee certificate, which identifies the object as part of the Guerrini “Argento & Oro” Collection and states that the item is made in Lastra Argento 925/000, corresponding to sterling silver with 92.5% pure silver content. The certificate also refers to Guerrini as an associated manufacturer of Italian silversmiths and goldsmiths in the province of Ancona.

A fine example of late 20th-century Italian sacred decorative art, combining devotional iconography, traditional silver craftsmanship and the refined taste typical of prestigious domestic interiors of the period.

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Creator / Manufacturer: Guerrini, Italy
Collection: Guerrini “Argento & Oro”
Subject: Madonna and Child
Period: Late 1970s–1980s
Origin: Italy, Marche region
Medium: Bas-relief on sterling silver 925 plate, with gilt highlights
Frame: Original decorative frame with textile mat
Dimensions: 50 x 57 cm
Provenance: A&MYART Collections, since the 1980s
Condition: Good vintage condition, consistent with age and use. Minor signs of age to the frame and matting may be present. This piece has an attribution mark,
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