Wonderful sculpture of Don Quixote - .800 silver - Gabriele De Vecchi - Italy - Second half 20th century

Amazing silver figurine depicting Don Quixote, resting on a green stone base. Made by the Italian silverware company De Vecchi, founded by Piero De Vecchi in 1935. His creations were exhibited at the most important national and international museums: from the Triennale of Milan to the Moma of New York. In 1962, the company passed to his son Gabriele. Today De Vecchi is one of the most important Italian silverware brands. Hallmarks on the hat and on the sword: 800, 665 MI, De Vecchi logo, Paolini Milano. Height: 27. 5 cm including base, 22 cm without base. Gross weight: 1313 grams (the figurine is attached to the base, therefore the silver net weight cannot be calculated) . In excellent condition. Tracked shipping via insured mail.