A late 20th century Italian sterling silver swan jardinere / cenerpiece, Milan circa 1975 by Buccellati

Realistically modelled as a swan, with inset glass eyes. Stamped underneath ‘925’ and Gianmaria Buccellati, Italy, together with a French control mark.

Length – 17 cm / 6.75 inches

Weight – 242 grams / 7.78 ozt

A pair of the 17 cm models with the large 33 cm model, sold Sotheby’s New York, 23 Oct 2003, Lot 91 ($13,100 incl. premium)