Lot 0011

Mario Buccellati Italian 800 Silver Octopus Figure on Fossilized Wood c. 1970

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Circa 1970 Mario Buccellati Italian 800 silver octopus sculpture mounted on fossilized or petrified wood, minerals have replaced all organic materials of the wood. Octopus signed M Buccelati for Mario Buccellati, marked 800 silver, and with 15 MI maker mark for Buccellati.
Weight Approx., Octopus: 105 ozt / Total Weight: 300 lbs
Measures approx., Octopus: 17 inches x 29.25 inches x 13.5 inches / Wood base: 16 inches x 10.5 inches x 15.75 inches / Total height: 32 inches
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Condition

A couple possible minor indentations to the silver, please refer to photos. Felt pads between the points of contact of the silver to the wood.

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Mario Buccellati Italian 800 Silver Octopus Figure on Fossilized Wood c. 1970

Name: Mario Buccellati Italian 800 Silver Octopus Figure on Fossilized Wood c. 1970
Brand: Buccellati
SKU: 176755534
Price: 25000 USD
Availability: InStock

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