{"product_id":"mauro-manetti-signed-duck-ice-bucket-silver-plated-italy-circa-1960s","title":"Mauro Manetti Signed Duck Ice Bucket, Silver Plated, Italy, Circa 1960s","description":"\u003cp\u003eA sculptural Mauro Manetti signed duck ice bucket, designed and produced in Italy circa 1960–1970. A striking example of mid-century Italian barware, this piece embodies the playful glamour and bold decorative spirit of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"867\" data-start=\"441\"\u003eCrafted in silver-plated cast aluminum, the exterior is richly detailed with finely modeled feathers and a beautifully articulated head and tail. The interior retains its original metal liner, characteristic of the earliest and most desirable productions, designed to properly hold ice while preserving the integrity of the silvered exterior. The duck separates cleanly at the center to reveal the removable ice compartment. Signed “M\/M ITALY” along the tail, this mark identifies it as an authentic Manetti piece from the original production period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"867\" data-start=\"441\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"867\" data-start=\"441\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe form is elegant yet whimsical, with a proud neck, softly curved body, and detailed plumage that catches the light beautifully. The silvered surface has developed a soft, authentic patina consistent with age, enhancing its sculptural depth and vintage character. Both decorative and functional, this duck ice bucket is perfect for serving ice cubes, chilling sorbet or ice cream, or simply making a dramatic statement on a bar cart or dining table. A quintessential accessory for elevated entertaining, it brings a sophisticated touch of Italian mid-century design to any gathering. A true conversation piece — equal parts sculpture and serveware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"867\" data-start=\"441\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1523\" data-start=\"1000\"\u003eMauro Manetti was an Italian designer known for his highly stylized animal form barware and decorative objects produced in Florence during the 1960s and 1970s. His ice buckets — especially the duck, swan, pineapple, and apple forms — became icons of Hollywood Regency and mid-century entertaining. The early examples, like this one, were silver-plated over cast aluminum with fully metal interiors; later versions were often produced with plastic liners, making these earlier pieces particularly sought after by collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1790\" data-start=\"1525\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1790\" data-start=\"1525\"\u003eh - 8.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1790\" data-start=\"1525\"\u003ew - 9.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1790\" data-start=\"1525\"\u003ed - 6.25\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003e__________________________________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1605\/5007\/files\/A_closer_look_reveals_360.png?v=1751388575\" alt=\"Mauro Manetti Duck Ice Bucket A closer look reveals\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eItaly\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCirca 1960–1970\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSilver-plated cast aluminum exterior with original metal\/aluminum interior liner\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSculptural duck-form ice bucket with finely modeled plumage and removable lid\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAuthentic Mauro Manetti design, signed “M\/M ITALY” on the tail; early production example with original metal interior liner\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003e(not later plastic)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSilver tone\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatina:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSoft, timeworn sheen with gentle tonal variation that highlights the feathered texture\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eVery good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear and surface marks consistent with use\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eIdeal for ice cubes, sorbet\/ice cream service, or as a statement bar cart centerpiece\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e8.5\"H x 9.5\"W x 6.25\"D\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ci\u003e Individually\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Lolo French Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42713276645453,"sku":"LOMMDIB","price":1200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1605\/5007\/files\/MauroManettiDuckIceBucket_clipped_rev_1.jpg?v=1772051346","url":"https:\/\/lolofrenchantiques.com\/products\/mauro-manetti-signed-duck-ice-bucket-silver-plated-italy-circa-1960s","provider":"Lolo French Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}