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THE HOLY MANDYLION (SPAS NERUKOTVORNY) IN A SILVER-GILT ENAMELLED OKLAD BY IVAN TARABROV MOSCOW, RUSSIA, 1894
THE HOLY MANDYLION (SPAS NERUKOTVORNY) IN A SILVER-GILT ENAMELLED OKLAD BY IVAN TARABROV MOSCOW, RUSSIA, 1894
The Holy Mandylion (Spas Nerukotvorny) is an outstanding example of late 19th-century Russian Orthodox art, in which strict canonical tradition is harmoniously combined with the virtuoso craftsmanship of the Moscow silversmithing school. The image of Christ, executed in tempera on wood, is distinguished by the soft modelling of the features, profound inner concentration, and a penetrating, contemplative gaze. The composition is complemented by two angels holding the cloth bearing the miraculous image, reinforcing the theological meaning and emphasising the idea of divine revelation and heavenly protection.The icon is set within a sumptuous silver-gilt oklad created in 1894 in the renowned Moscow workshop of Ivan Filippovich Tarabrov. The oklad is richly adorned with cloisonné and champlevé enamels. The halo surrounding the face of Christ is decorated with an intricate ornamental design featuring deep blue, red, and white tones set against a gilt and blue ground. A distinctive characteristic of Tarabrov’s workshop is the use of gold foil beneath the red enamel, producing a luminous depth of colour and an inner radiance.The cloth (ubrus) bearing the image of Christ is embellished with finely chased decoration on a silver ground, its edges framed by raised ornamental patterns on gilt surfaces. The corner plaques are adorned with vegetal motifs executed in filigree with enamel infill. The fields of the oklad are further enriched with elegant high-relief vegetal ornamentation and bordered by engraved bands, lending the composition harmony and refinement. Every detail of the oklad testifies to exceptional precision of execution and refined artistic taste, enhancing the sacred and solemn character of the image.Marks: Cyrillic letters “IT” – maker’s mark of the silversmith Ivan Filippovich Tarabrov; Assay mark with the initials of the assay master “L•O” (Oleks Lev Fyodorovich) positioned above the date “1894”; Moscow city mark depicting Saint George slaying the dragon.Technique and materials: Wood, tempera; silver, gilding; cloisonné and champlevé enamels; chasing, engraving, filigree.Dimensions: 31.5 × 28 cm.
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Gold earrings with black pearls and diamonds.
Gold earrings with black pearls and diamonds.
3000 EUR
18 carat gold bracelet with diamonds.
18 carat gold bracelet with diamonds.
5000 EUR
Gold pendant with diamonds on a chain.
Gold pendant with diamonds on a chain.
6250 EUR
Gold ring, 18 carats with diamond, emeralds and rubies.
Gold ring, 18 carats with diamond, emeralds and rubies.
7250 EUR
Gold ring with diamonds.
Gold ring with diamonds.
5000 EUR
French console in mahogany and gilded bronze. IN THE STYLE OF FRANCOIS LINKE.
French console in mahogany and gilded bronze. IN THE STYLE OF FRANCOIS LINKE.
3800 EUR
Japanese traditional Naginata spear, Shinshinto period, 1781-1876.
Japanese traditional Naginata spear, Shinshinto period, 1781-1876.
2200 EUR
Gold ring with rubies and diamonds.
Gold ring with rubies and diamonds.
2800 EUR
Gold pendant with diamonds and cultured pearls.
Gold pendant with diamonds and cultured pearls.
2800 EUR
PAIR OF EMPIRE STYLE ARMCHAIRS FRANCE, FIRST QUARTER OF THE 19TH CENTURY
PAIR OF EMPIRE STYLE ARMCHAIRS FRANCE, FIRST QUARTER OF THE 19TH CENTURY
A distinguished pair of Empire period armchairs crafted from mahogany and adorned with gilt bronze mounts. The chairs form an elegant semi-cylindrical volume with straight, architecturally emphatic front legs and dynamically curved rear supports. The high sweeping arms merge seamlessly into the backrests and terminate in finely cast gilt bronze ram’s heads, serving as the principal symbolic and decorative accents. The primary ornamentation is concentrated on the façade: the legs and horizontal stretchers are enriched with delicately executed grotesques echoing the ram motif, as well as arabesques with trumpeting trophies, pearls, and shells. The warm, deep tone of the polished mahogany provides a refined contrast to the brilliance of the gilt bronze. The upholstery is executed in classical patterned textile with vegetal motifs, harmoniously complementing the строгая architectural clarity of the form.Dimensions: Height: 78 cm. Width: 53 cm.Condition: After professional full restoration. The structure has been stabilised, the mahogany carefully conserved, the gilt bronze mounts cleaned and secured, and the upholstery renewed with respect for the historical character of the pieces.Provenance: Private European collection.
3800 EUR
Gold chain with diamonds.
Gold chain with diamonds.
4500 EUR
Ring in platinum with diamonds. Snake.
Ring in platinum with diamonds. Snake.
4500 EUR
18K White gold ring with diamonds.
18K White gold ring with diamonds.
6500 EUR
Candy basket.
Candy basket.
150 EUR
Gold ring with diamonds.
Gold ring with diamonds.
2400 EUR
Spear of Kagi-yari. Japan. Edo period. 1781-1876
Spear of Kagi-yari. Japan. Edo period. 1781-1876
2000 EUR
Picture frame. 19th century.
Picture frame. 19th century.
2500 EUR
KHARLAMPY DMITRIEVICH KOSTANDI (SECOND HALF OF THE 1860s – AFTER 1917). STORMY SEA RUSSIA, EARLY 20TH CENTURY
KHARLAMPY DMITRIEVICH KOSTANDI (SECOND HALF OF THE 1860s – AFTER 1917). STORMY SEA RUSSIA, EARLY 20TH CENTURY
An outstanding example of late Russian Marinism, Stormy Sea, created by Kharlampiy Dmitrievich Kostandi in the early 20th century, stands among the artist’s most expressive works devoted to the theme of the sea.With remarkable mastery, the artist conveys the raw energy of the raging waters. Foaming waves surge toward a fragile boat, filled with tension, movement, and a sense of inevitability. The sea surface is rendered with striking expressiveness, allowing the viewer to sense the motion of water, gusts of wind, and the charged atmosphere of an approaching storm.At the center of the composition is a small boat with sailors struggling fiercely against the waves. Their tense, determined figures become a powerful symbol of courage, the fight for survival, and hope for salvation. In the distance, along the horizon line, the faint silhouette of a sailing vessel enhances the vastness of space and underscores human vulnerability in the face of nature’s overwhelming force. The contrast between the immensity of the sea and human presence lends the work its dramatic intensity.The color palette is built upon subtle transitions of cool tones, ranging from translucent blues and turquoises to silvery greys. Luminous reflections give the water depth and vibrant movement, while the soft yet energetic brushwork creates a sense of breathing space. This atmospheric treatment aligns Kostandi with the finest masters of the Russian Marinist tradition, while highlighting his individual, restrained, and realist approach in contrast to the Romantic expressiveness of Aivazovsky.Dimensions: 49 × 80 cm (framed 78 × 110 cm)Medium: Oil on canvasSignature: “X. Kostandi”, lower left, consistent with the artist’s known autographsCondition: Good overall condition, with natural age patina and an even craquelure patternProvenance: Private collection. Authenticity confirmed by expert examinations
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SILVER LANGOUSTINE SPAIN, 20TH CENTURY
SILVER LANGOUSTINE SPAIN, 20TH CENTURY
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Silver water jug with engraved glass.
Silver water jug with engraved glass.
1600 EUR
18K gold nut-shaped ring set with diamonds. Piaget Possession.
18K gold nut-shaped ring set with diamonds. Piaget Possession.
4000 EUR
White gold ring with diamonds.
White gold ring with diamonds.
6500 EUR
Engraving "Cows on a watering place"
Engraving "Cows on a watering place"
85 EUR
Pair of Art Nouveau frames
Pair of Art Nouveau frames
500 EUR
Small table with drawer
Small table with drawer
350 EUR
Chinese porcelain bowl. Yongzheng. The end of the 19th century.
Chinese porcelain bowl. Yongzheng. The end of the 19th century.
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