Buccellati Sterling Silver Textured Rosette Vase

A beautiful vintage Buccellati sterling silver vase, distinguished by a series of applied rosettes that bring texture and dimension to its otherwise classical form.

The vase is a particularly good example of Buccellati’s ability to make silver feel almost textile-like. Rather than relying on a highly polished surface, the body has the richly worked finish associated with the Italian house, giving the silver a softer appearance and allowing the applied floral details to stand prominently against it. The rosettes are arranged across the exterior like small pieces of jewelry, an appropriate detail from a maker whose silversmithing has always been closely connected to its goldsmithing tradition.

The proportions make this an especially versatile decorative object. It has enough presence to stand alone on a console, mantel or bookshelf, but becomes equally compelling filled with a loose arrangement of flowers or branches. The combination of sculptural form, hand-worked surface and botanical ornament gives it an unmistakably Italian character without feeling overly formal.

Founded in Milan in 1919, Buccellati is celebrated for its distinctive approach to precious metals, often employing techniques and textures inspired by Renaissance metalwork. Its sterling silver objects for the home remain particularly collectible for the way they translate that craftsmanship into functional pieces.

An elegant and highly collectible example of vintage Buccellati Italian silver, and one that works as beautifully as an object as it does a vase.