Mid-Century Italian Modern Mpi Brass "Apple" Lidded Serving/Candy Dish

Description

Mid-Century Italian Modern brass snack/candy/serving dish with lidded top formed to resemble an apple.
This is a shorter, uninsulated version of fruit and vegetable-formed ice buckets made in Italy and France at the time.
Though shallow, this piece can additionally hold ice to stylishly refresh a drink or enhance any tabletop decor.
Features a sculptural stem that serves as the handle for removing the top.
Newly polished but wear remains (patina/spots of tarnish along with heavy peeling/tarnish to the bowl interior).
Stamped "MPI."
Measures: Height: 4.5" (2" without lid) x Diameter: 5.75".
SKU: IBB20

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Newly polished but wear remains (patina/spots of tarnish along with heavy peeling/tarnish to the bowl interior).

Origin:
Italy

Creator:
Styled After: Ettore Sottsass

Materials & Techniques:
Brass

Details:
Country of Origin: Italy
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Newly polished but wear remains (patina/spots of tarnish along with heavy peeling/tarnish to the bowl interior).

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

4.5 x 5.75 x 5.75 in

Mid-Century Italian Modern Mpi Brass "Apple" Lidded Serving/Candy Dish

Lot 1020

Estimate $320-$680

Nov 8, 2026, 11:14 PM EST

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