Patrick Mavros Jewellery
"Sculpture in Silver"
A fifth generation Zimabwean, Patrick Mavros is renowned for capturing wildlife in lustruous silver and gold. Acclaimed for his "sculpture in silver," Mavros' interests lie in the full spectrum of Africa's wildlife. Using Sterling Silver produced and refined as part of Zimbabwe's mining process, Mavros uses a meticulous nine-stage process forming his own characteristic take on the traditional 'lost wax' processing originating in Egyptian times. Creating works that are revered worldwide as 'graceful symbols of Africa,' Mavros' work continues to garner great attention in the auction sphere.
Patrick Mavros Silver at Auction
Patrick Mavros silver and jewellery enjoys a passionate collector base, and large, realistic, and beautifully crafted pieces frequently exceed estimates at auction. Silverware that fetches the very best prices under the hammer include silver candlesticks in the form of swaying palm trees, blooming acacia trees, or designed as tree trunks surrounded with birds and fauna, as well as impressive and realistic silver models of gorillas, pangolins, crocodiles, giraffes and many more examples African wildlife.
Smaller silver items including wine coasters and napkin rings bordered with elephants and warthogs, beakers, paperweights, flatware, menu holders, beakers, belt buckles and cocktail sticks also are in demand from keen bidders at auction.
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Patrick Mavros Jewellery at Auction
The jewellery produced by Patrick Mavros has increased in value at auction, particularly over the last couple of years. Typically set in sterling silver and realistically formed with hippos, rhinos, pangolins, and African patterns these pieces fare well in good condition and with original cases and paperwork. Cufflinks, bangles, bracelets, rings, earrings, pendants, and suites of jewellery have sold extremely well under the hammer, so contact our specialist team today for an up-to-date and confidential auction valuation of your collection.
Our specialist Fine Jewellery & Watch auctions are held four times a year and include the whole spectrum of jewellery, from modern and designer pieces to antique jewels, coloured gemstone jewellery to fine diamond rings. Our department is headed by Liz Bailey who is FGA and DGA qualified, with many years experience in the industry. We offer a free jewellery valuations service with online and in-person valuation appointments available to suit your needs.
Contact our qualified specialist Liz Bailey to find out more.
Maker's Marks
Patrick Mavros silver marks include his personal mark, a PM within a circular surround, together with the Zimbabwe sable in triangle standard mark. Frequently accompanied by a London date letter as above.
