Up for sale is a beautiful, highly collectible vintage mid-to-late 20th-century silver-clad sculpture of a cat resting on a tufted cushion, crafted in Italy by the renowned manufacturer Nuova Sipa.This stunning figurine features an incredibly detailed, textured depiction of a long-haired cat curled comfortably atop a plump pillow. It is made using the traditional Italian Lamina d’Argento method, where a thick, sculptural composite core is meticulously clad in a layer of genuine silver.Key Features & Hallmarks:Brand: Nuova Sipa (Made in Italy)Subject: Cat on Cushion (Gatto su cuscino)Hallmarks: Stamped on the lower reverse edge with "NUOVA SIPA L.ARG. 925" indicating authentic .925 sterling silver cladding.Provenance: Retains its highly desirable, original paper certificate on the base. The original Italian text explicitly verifies that the piece was created by skilled artists and hand-finished with 4 grams of ultra-pure 1.000 silver foil.Condition Report:This piece is in excellent vintage condition with magnificent structural integrity. The silver foil is completely intact with no peeling or breaks. It features a rich, deep authentic vintage patina, particularly in the crevices of the fur and cushion folds, which beautifully accentuates the details. We have left it unpolished so the new owner can decide whether to maintain the antique tarnished character or polish it to a bright shine
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