| This is a magnificent and very unusual sterling silver centerpiece made by the highly esteemed silversmiths at Buccellati in Italy, originally owned by the popular singer, Luther Vandross and shown in photographs taken at his home published in “Ebony” magazine in 1989 . The centerpiece is in the form of a large figural cabbage, its two open leaves cleverly revealing a large hammered interior and offering a uniquely different way of displaying or serving fruits and vegetables. As befitting the renowned Bucellati Company, the workmanship is of the very highest quality and the design of the piece is ingenious and highly imaginative in its creativity. The exterior of the piece has been beautifully and skillfully made to emulate the leaves of a cabbage complete with a textured outer surface enhanced by the addition by heavy, clearly defined veins. The interior shows the signs of hand hammering together with the imprint of the veins on the outer surface. The two leaves ripple artfully at the opening and curve outwards to reveal a bright shiny surface which contrasts pleasingly with the textured outer surface. Four small protective feet have been applied to the underside to prevent damage to the owner’s table surface. The piece has been made to the very highest standards and is of superb quality. It is in perfect condition with a softly lustrous patina and clear, crisp definition on all the organic decoration. It has been clearly stamped with the words Buccellati, Italy and the number 925 indicating the silver as being 925/1000 parts Fine. This is truly a one of a kind piece which would add a touch of whimsy to any dining setting and would make a wonderfully imaginative tureen for serving cabbage soup. It would be of special interest to all connoisseurs of first class 20th century sterling silver and also to any admirer of the late Luther Vandross. This very special piece measures approx. 11” x 11” x approx. 12” tall. It weighs a substantial 70 troy ounces. Price: $24,500.00 Stock #BD122 |