Buccellati

Frederico Buccellati Glass, Sterling Silver Reliquary Element: Beveled glass Metal: Sterling silver Marked: Frederico Buccellati Gross Weight: 47.00 grams Dimensions: 2-3/8 inches x 2 inches x 5/16 inch HID09710052018 © 2025 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved www.HA.com/TexasAuctioneerLicenseNotice

Condition Report: Metals:SilverOverall Condition: Very GoodCondition Notes: A devotional reliquary of exceptional craftsmanship, this sterling silver picture frame by Federico Buccellati features a finely hand-etched image of the Madonna and Child, protected under custom-beveled glass and encased in a lavishly detailed, openwork surround. The reverse is equally intricate, fitted with a hinged stand for display and a bale for wall-mounting or for securing within its custom leather pouch. Marked "Federico Buccellati Grafo" on the verso, the piece is further distinguished by its accompanying documentation from the artist, written in Italian, which emphasizes the artisanal legacy passed from his father, the renowned Mario Buccellati—hailed by Gabriele D'Annunzio as "Mastro Paragon Coppolla." The frame exhibits the hallmarks of old-world silversmithing with an unmistakable Buccellati flourish, showcasing delicate leaf and foliate motifs throughout. In superb condition, this piece marries sacred iconography with the celebrated lineage of one of Italy’s most esteemed artistic families.