{"product_id":"argentine-silver-plated-lions-head-ice-bucket","title":"Argentine Silver-Plated Lion's Head Ice Bucket","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItem: \u003cbr\u003eAdditional Description\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eElegant silver-plated wine cooler or champagne bucket of flared tapering form with a rolled rim, cast lion's mask ring handles, and a decorative scrolling border around the foot. The restrained classical form is complemented by finely cast lion masks with movable ring pulls, making it suitable for both traditional and contemporary interiors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe underside is stamped \"Industria Argentina,\" indicating manufacture in Argentina, along with a worn maker's mark and production number 25. Argentine silverplate from the mid-20th century is well regarded for its substantial gauge and quality of manufacture, often drawing inspiration from English and French barware.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEra\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMid-20th century, circa 1950–1970.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHistory\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFollowing the Second World War, Argentina developed a thriving luxury metalwares industry, producing high-quality silver-plated tableware and bar accessories for both domestic use and export. Pieces marked \"Industria Argentina\" identify their country of manufacture rather than a specific company. Many Argentine workshops produced handsome reproductions and adaptations of English Regency and Georgian designs, particularly lion-mask wine coolers and champagne buckets, which became popular in formal entertaining.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvenance\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrivate collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials\u003cbr\u003eHeavy silver plate over base metal\u003cbr\u003eCast lion-mask ring handles\u003cbr\u003eRolled rim\u003cbr\u003eDecorative cast border at the foot\u003cbr\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions not provided.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDisclaimers\u003cbr\u003eSurface scratches, light tarnish, and minor plate wear consistent with age and use.\u003cbr\u003eInterior shows expected wear from bottles and ice.\u003cbr\u003eWorn underside maker's mark prevents attribution to a specific Argentine manufacturer.\u003cbr\u003eProfessionally polishing the piece would restore much of its original brilliance if desired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"For the Louvre of Antiques LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48983904026879,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0725\/8780\/4927\/files\/0720231D-1240-47DD-AF71-129183EA9F29.png?v=1786308717","url":"https:\/\/forthelouvreofantiques.com\/es\/products\/argentine-silver-plated-lions-head-ice-bucket","provider":"For the Louvre of Antiques LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}