Skip to main content
Items Similar to Italian Pepper Mill / Grinder, Fish Shaped, Silver Plated, by Tre Spade c. 1960
Silver fish-shaped toothpick holder with raised scales on fins
Silver fish-shaped toothpick holder with raised scales on fins
Mid Century Silver Plated Fish Bottle Opener, Los Castillo, Mexico, 1960s
Mid Century Silver Plated Fish Bottle Opener, Los Castillo, Mexico, 1960s
Mexican Modernist Pepe Mendoza Brass Fish, 1950s
Mexican Modernist Pepe Mendoza Brass Fish, 1950s
A large and unusual articulated koi carp-form Besamin spice box
A large and unusual articulated koi carp-form Besamin spice box
Bauhaus Urfisch Fish Rattle by Hugo Kükelhaus for Hohenfried Werkstätten, 1940s
Bauhaus Urfisch Fish Rattle by Hugo Kükelhaus for Hohenfried Werkstätten, 1940s
Mid‑Century Ceramic Fish by Amphora, Belgium 1960s
Mid‑Century Ceramic Fish by Amphora, Belgium 1960s
Video Loading
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 16

Italian Pepper Mill / Grinder, Fish Shaped, Silver Plated, by Tre Spade c. 1960

$1,646.78
£1,195VAT Included
€1,426.64
CA$2,294.19
A$2,333.41
CHF 1,334.29
MX$28,224.54
NOK 15,633.36
SEK 15,629.61
DKK 10,664.92

About the Item

A magnificent mid century whimsical silver plate and wood figural koi carp shaped pepper mill, made in Italy c. 1960. Made by Tre Spade in Italy in the 1960s, this design is known to have been retailed by Gucci. The body of the pepper mill grinder is made of wood with silver plated mounts. The upper fin detaches to reveal a hole where the pepper corns can be introduced. The pepper mill is operated by twisting the tail so that the fine ground pepper comes out of the koi carp’s mouth. It is stamped with the maker’s mark on the mill inside the mouth together with ‘Tre Spade’ and ‘Garantito’ (guaranteed). The plating has normal signs of age. The wood has a beautiful patina worn smooth over the years. It is a very tactile object and satisfying in the hand. It is a delightful conversation piece for the table, sure to be the centre of attention. It also does its job extremely well: it is in good working order and the pepper comes out beautifully fine. Tre Spade continue to produce high quality pepper mills to this day. The company describes itself thus: “For over 130 years, Tre Spade has embodied the excellence of Made in Italy, combining innovation, tradition, and passion to create high-quality kitchen tools. Founded in 1894, the company has grown with the mission of offering premium, functional kitchen equipment, from coffee grinders to food processing machines. Each of our products is born from a passion for excellence, with continuous technological research that blends tradition with the future. Experience the excellence of our long-standing tradition, where the passion for quality and innovation enhances every moment you spend in the kitchen."
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.15 in (8 cm)Width: 8.86 in (22.5 cm)Depth: 2.56 in (6.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Silver Plate,Wood
  • Place of Origin:
    Italy
  • Period:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CCL2251stDibs: LU9676246941342

More From This Seller

View All
Mid Century Silver Plated Fish Bottle Opener, Los Castillo, Mexico, 1960s

Mid Century Silver Plated Fish Bottle Opener, Los Castillo, Mexico, 1960s

Mid Century Silver Plated Fish Bottle Opener, Los Castillo, Mexico, 1960s

By Los Castillo

Located in London, GB

An eccentric silver plated articulated fish bottle opener attributed to Los Castillo and made in Taxco, Mexico, c. 1960. This is a classic and very recognisable model by Los Castill...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Spanish Silver Fish Sculpture with Emerald Green Glass Eyes, c. 1930

Antique Spanish Silver Fish Sculpture with Emerald Green Glass Eyes, c. 1930

Antique Spanish Silver Fish Sculpture with Emerald Green Glass Eyes, c. 1930

Located in London, GB

A superb antique silver sculpture of a fish with original emerald green glass eyes, made in Spain c. 1930. The fish is fantastically modelled, with fine quality hammered texturing o...

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Large Valenti Mid Century Silver Plate Fish Serving Platter / Tray, Spain, 1970

Large Valenti Mid Century Silver Plate Fish Serving Platter / Tray, Spain, 1970

Large Valenti Mid Century Silver Plate Fish Serving Platter / Tray, Spain, 1970

By Valenti

Located in London, GB

A charming and super quality coastal serving platter in the shape of a fish, made by Valenti in Spain, c. 1970. The fish is made of silver plated copper, and is well defined with won...

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

Christofle Silver Plate Flower Shaped Caviar Set with Fish Spoons, Paris, c.1960

Christofle Silver Plate Flower Shaped Caviar Set with Fish Spoons, Paris, c.1960

Christofle Silver Plate Flower Shaped Caviar Set with Fish Spoons, Paris, c.1960

By Christofle, Fleuron

Located in London, GB

A fine quality and wonderfully entertaining ‘Fleur de Poséidon’ / ‘Flower of Poseidon’ mid century silver plated fish-themed caviar set made by Christofle Fleuron in Paris, France, c. 1950-1960. The service displays as a flower whose petals can be removed for serving or tasting caviar, making it not just a visually stunning centrepiece, but also a fantastic interactive conversation piece. The caviar service has six spoons shaped as flower petals that stand upright in a variety of positions in the base: as an open flower, as an orchid, or as a closed flower in the shape of a lotus. In all instances the stylised fish design to the reverse of the spoons creates a very beautiful visual effect. The interior of the spoons is smooth with an elegant ridge to the centre. Intended for serving caviar, they can also be used for serving hors d’oeuvres, amuse-bouches or snacks. The base has a Renaissance-style dolphin to its centre whose curling tail adapts perfectly as a handle for the set. The dolphin is set above a floral fountain design for receiving the caviar spoons, which in turn sits upon an elegant Italianate pedestal. It is hallmarked with the maker’s mark ‘Fleuron France...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of 3 Mid Century Silver Plate Bronze Dolphin Ornaments, Spain, c. 1970

Set of 3 Mid Century Silver Plate Bronze Dolphin Ornaments, Spain, c. 1970

Set of 3 Mid Century Silver Plate Bronze Dolphin Ornaments, Spain, c. 1970

Located in London, GB

A set of 3 Mid Century Palm Beach Modern style silver plated bronze dolphin ornaments, made by Almazan in Spain c. 1970. Each of the dolphins is unique and individually cast. They ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

Silver Plate Caviar Dish in the Shape of a Crab after Franco Lapini, c. 1970

Silver Plate Caviar Dish in the Shape of a Crab after Franco Lapini, c. 1970

Silver Plate Caviar Dish in the Shape of a Crab after Franco Lapini, c. 1970

Located in London, GB

A silver-plated caviar dish in the shape of a crab, after the design of Franco Lapini and made by Almazan in Spain c. 1970. The crab is excellently modelled, with fine attention to...

Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Hollywood Regency Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

You May Also Like

Vintage Articulated Sterling Silver Fish Figurine Mid Century Modern

Vintage Articulated Sterling Silver Fish Figurine Mid Century Modern

Vintage Articulated Sterling Silver Fish Figurine Mid Century Modern

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage Articulated Sterling Silver Fish Figurine Mid Century Modern Stamped PLATA925 Eyes likely made of glass The body is articulated and has movement The fish stands up on the bot...

Category

Mid-20th Century Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mexican Modernist Pepe Mendoza Brass Fish, 1950s

Mexican Modernist Pepe Mendoza Brass Fish, 1950s

Mexican Modernist Pepe Mendoza Brass Fish, 1950s

By Pepe Mendoza

Located in San Diego, CA

Mexican Modernist Pepe Mendoza brass fish in rare coral inlay. Mexico. 1950s

Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Bauhaus Urfisch Fish Rattle by Hugo Kükelhaus for Hohenfried Werkstätten, 1940s

Bauhaus Urfisch Fish Rattle by Hugo Kükelhaus for Hohenfried Werkstätten, 1940s

Bauhaus Urfisch Fish Rattle by Hugo Kükelhaus for Hohenfried Werkstätten, 1940s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Bauhaus Urfisch Fish Rattle by Hugo Kükelhaus for Hohenfried Werkstätten, 1940s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1920 to 1949 official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalog...

Category

20th Century German Mid-Century Modern More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Wood

Silver Mounted Fish Perfume Bottle, circa 1890

Silver Mounted Fish Perfume Bottle, circa 1890

Silver Mounted Fish Perfume Bottle, circa 1890

Located in New York, NY

Silver marked Unger Brothers.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Bottles

Materials

Sterling Silver

1960s Modernist Fish Handcrafted Wood Bottle Opener Mexico

1960s Modernist Fish Handcrafted Wood Bottle Opener Mexico

1960s Modernist Fish Handcrafted Wood Bottle Opener Mexico

By William Spratling

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1960s Modern Fish Handcrafted Wood Bottle Opener Unmarked 6.25 w x 1.75 tall x 1.5 Preowned vintage condition unrestored. See all images.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Wood

20th Century Sterling Italian Silver Trout Sculpture on a Crystal Base

20th Century Sterling Italian Silver Trout Sculpture on a Crystal Base

20th Century Sterling Italian Silver Trout Sculpture on a Crystal Base

By Arval Argenti Valenza

Located in VALENZA, IT

Trout jumping out of the water in sterling silver made in casting and finished with chisel and then burnished. Positioned on a crystal base that enhances its balance and elegance By...

Category

1990s Italian Other Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver