Museum Pair of Candlesticks - .925 silver - Mario Buccellati - Italy - Mid 20th century

Extremely rare pair of candlesticks in silver, made by Ilario Pradella for Mario Buccellati, inspired by 18th-century Italian silver items. Buccellati is the greatest Italian silversmith and jeweller, loved by Italian aristocracy and high society and renowned all over the world for his Nature-inspired masterpieces. Ilario Pradella has made many important works for Buccellati, and some of his creations were auctioned at Sotheby’s (please, see the screenshot of an item sold by this auction house) . Hallmarks on bottom on both pieces: 26MI (=Pradella) , 925, Mario Buccellati. Dimensions: - Height 23. 5 cm - Base diameter 15. 9 cm - Top diameter 8. 3 cm Total weight: 1012 grams. In perfect condition. Tracked shipping with insurance.