The Museum’s collection of Buccellati Silver offers a unique look at masterful craftsmanship from the renowned Italian jewelry firm. This extraordinary assemblage includes intricate sterling silver animals, meticulously crafted with lifelike detail. These elegant works bring together artistry and luxury, showcasing Buccellati’s unmatched skill in metalworking and creating an enchanting world of silver.
Gianmaria Buccellati (1929-2015), designer, Seated Bear, 1999, 925 sterling. 12 x 11 x 13 ½ in. Gift of Betty Grisham, 2000.11.02
Gianmaria Buccellati (1929-2015), designer, Turkey, 1997, 925 sterling, carnelian semi-precious stone. 16 x 14 ½ x 18 in. Gift of Betty Grisham, 1997.23.01
Gianmaria Buccellati (1929-2015), designer, Stag, 2005, 925 sterling. 14 x 16 ¼ x 9 in. Gift of the Buccellati Family in Honor of Mrs. Betty Grisham, 2005.11a-c
Gianmaria Buccellati (1929-2015), designer, Heron, 1988, 800 silver, gold vermeil. 36 x 28 ½ x 10 ½ in. Gift of Betty Grisham, 1997.23.02
Gianmaria Buccellati (1929-2015), designer, Reef with Sea Creatures, 1997, 925 sterling, amethyst geode. 31 x 30 ½ x 20 in. Gift of Betty Grisham, 2000.09a-h
Gianmaria Buccellati (1929-2015), designer, Giraffe, 1994, 800 silver. 19 x 24 x 9 ½ in. Gift of Betty Grisham, 1997.17.02