A rare round decorative box from Sambonet’s celebrated Graffiti collection, produced in Italy during the late 1970s or 1980s.
The box is crafted entirely from mirror-polished stainless steel, with a softly rounded lid embellished by an elegant contrasting silver botanical motif. Scattered leaves and delicate branches extend across the reflective surface, creating the distinctive graphic effect associated with Sambonet’s Graffiti line.
The combination of polished stainless steel and silver decoration gives the piece a refined yet distinctly modern appearance. At six inches in diameter and weighing 454 grams, it is substantial enough to serve as a desk box, vanity container, bonbonnière, jewelry box or sculptural decorative object.
MAKER’S MARK
The underside is marked “Sambonet Italy” alongside the historic oval GTS emblem. Although the central device resembles the letter “T,” it represents a goldsmith’s hammer positioned between the initials “G” and “S” for Giuseppe Sambonet, founder of the company in 1856. The emblem reflects Sambonet’s origins as an Italian goldsmithing and silversmithing firm.
The contrasting silver leaf decoration and sculptural round form make this an especially appealing example of Sambonet’s collectible Graffiti collection.
DIMENSIONS
Diameter: 6 inches / 15.2 cm
Height: 2 inches / 5.1 cm
Weight: 454 grams / 16 ounces
CONDITION
Good vintage condition with visible surface scratches and age-related wear consistent with previous use. The stainless-steel body retains its reflective finish, while the silver leaf decoration exhibits areas of rubbing and surface wear. The box remains structurally sound and displays attractively. Please examine the photographs closely, as they form part of the condition description.
DETAILS
Maker: Sambonet
Collection: Graffiti
Country of origin: Italy
Period: Late 20th century
Date: Circa late 1970s–1980s
Materials: Stainless steel and silver
Decoration: Silver botanical leaf-and-branch motif
Form: Round lidded box
Mark: Sambonet Italy with historic oval GTS hammer emblem
Diameter: 6 inches / 15.2 cm
Height: 2 inches / 5.1 cm
Weight: 454 grams / 16 ounces
Style: Italian modern and postmodern