TWO SILVER GILT ELEPHANT SCULPTURES, BY FILIPPO MORONI

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The firm Moroni was established in 1962 by Filippo Moroni himself, who had already worked for reknowned workshops at the age of thirteen. When he opened his first atelier in 1953 he created very popular enamel and gem-set pendants of marionettes, butterflies and baskets. In 1975, due to his great success he was able to open another shop in Capri, in addition to his location in the prestigious Via del Corso in Rome.

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TWO SILVER GILT ELEPHANT SCULPTURES, BY FILIPPO MORONI
Each elephant resting its forelegs on a ball, with ivory tusks, ruby eyes and jadeite caps, one set with lapis lazuli and with rock crystal ball, 24.5 cm high; the other set with coral and with red marble ball, 27.5 cm high (illustration reduced)
Signed Moroni for Filippo Moroni (4)

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This lot is offered without reserve. Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.

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