Solid Silver Figure Of The Goddess Ceres On A Malachite Base — Early 20th Century

Solid silver figure of the goddess Ceres on a malachite base — Early 20th century Elegant 950‰ solid silver figure representing the goddess Ceres, Roman deity of harvests and fertility (equivalent to Demeter among the Greeks). She is depicted wearing a plant crown, holding an ear of wheat and a sphere, while at her feet a rose blossoms. All these attributes recall her role as an allegory of abundance, prosperity and the cycle of the seasons. This representation of Ceres was traditionally associated with the fertility of the earth, fecundity, opulence and domestic happiness. She symbolizes the assurance of abundant harvests and a prosperous life, and was a symbol of good fortune in refined interiors. An ideal piece to enrich a cabinet of curiosities, but also a prestigious and meaningful gift, transmitting a message of abundance and prosperity. The figure rests on a superb base in cut malachite, a decorative stone prized for its intense green shades, which beautifully highlights the chiseled silver. Refined work from the early 20th century, hallmarked but by an unidentified goldsmith, preserved in perfect condition. Characteristics: Solid silver 950 ‰, hallmarked (unidentified goldsmith) Subject: representation of the goddess Ceres, with ear of wheat, sphere and rose Base in cut malachite Total height: 21 cm Gross weight: 700 g Period: early 20th century Condition: perfect condition, superb quality of casting and chiseling