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PAIR OF SCULPTURES “MOORISH PORTERS” FRANCE, 19TH CENTURY
PAIR OF SCULPTURES “MOORISH PORTERS” FRANCE, 19TH CENTURY
An elegant pair of life-size figures executed in polychrome painted wood, representing a striking example of French decorative salon sculpture of the 19th century. The sculptures depict two Moors dressed in richly interpreted Oriental attire, with carefully rendered details of fabrics, headdresses and accessories.The figures are conceived in dynamic poses: one holds a tall staff topped with a spherical finial, while the other raises a chain with a pendant, lending the composition a ceremonial and stately character. The contrast between the dark polished surface and the vibrant polychromy of the garments enhances the decorative effect and emphasizes the theatrical quality of the imagery. Gilded accents on the footwear, belts and draperies create an impression of opulence consistent with the taste of the Historicism period.Such sculptures served as impressive interior accents in grand salons and entrance halls of mansions. In addition to their representational function, these figures were often used as incense burners or holders for accessories, acting as a decorative substitute for servants within the interior setting. The bases are formed as multi-faceted pedestals imitating marble, enriched with gilded moulded bands.Dimensions: Height approx. 150 cm; width approx. 100 cm each.Condition: Good. Polychromy and gilding with natural age-related wear. Minor traces of time on the bases. Structurally stable, without visible losses.Provenance: Private collection.
7500 EUR
ICON “SAINT NICHOLAS THE WONDERWORKER WITH SELECTED SAINTS” RUSSIA, LATE 19TH CENTURY
ICON “SAINT NICHOLAS THE WONDERWORKER WITH SELECTED SAINTS” RUSSIA, LATE 19TH CENTURY
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Silver tongs for dessert.
Silver tongs for dessert.
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Silver Ruble 1843. Russia - Nicholas I (1825-1855).
Silver Ruble 1843. Russia - Nicholas I (1825-1855).
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Picture frame
Picture frame
2200 EUR
Guilloche enamel silver pendant.
Guilloche enamel silver pendant.
180 EUR
WATER LILIES (NYMPHAEAS) D.A. LISHCHENKO, 1925
WATER LILIES (NYMPHAEAS) D.A. LISHCHENKO, 1925
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White gold bracelet with diamond flower links.
White gold bracelet with diamond flower links.
8700 EUR
Crystal decanter with a silver neck.
Crystal decanter with a silver neck.
250 EUR
Frame in the Neo-Baroque style. 19th century.
Frame in the Neo-Baroque style. 19th century.
110 EUR
LARGE RUSSIAN SILVER KOVSH WITH CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL BY KONSTANTIN SKVORTSOV RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1908–1917
LARGE RUSSIAN SILVER KOVSH WITH CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL BY KONSTANTIN SKVORTSOV RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1908–1917
A large ceremonial Russian silver kovsh executed in Moscow by the silversmith Konstantin Illarionovich Skvortsov in the early 20th century. The vessel is conceived in the traditional form of a stylized boat, a shape rooted in ancient Russian ceremonial drinking vessels and widely revived in Moscow silver of the late Imperial period. The monumental silhouette provides a framework for an elaborate and richly articulated decorative program.The surface is adorned with high-quality polychrome cloisonné enamel applied to large panels featuring vegetal ornament and stylized floral clusters. Extremely fine silver wire partitions create a precise rhythmic structure, reflecting a high level of technical mastery. The color palette ranges from emerald green and deep cobalt blue to sky blue, coral and white tones, producing a harmonious and vibrant chromatic composition. The interior is finished with fire gilding, enhancing the visual richness of the piece and reinforcing its ceremonial character. The handle is decorated in the same ornamental language and seamlessly continues the overall decorative scheme.Hallmarks: Cyrillic initials “KS” in a rectangular cartouche, corresponding to the silversmith Konstantin Illarionovich Skvortsov; Moscow Assay Office hallmark with a woman’s head in a kokoshnik and silver standard “84”, dated 1908–1917; Additional assay marks; Presentation engraving on the inner side of the handle: letter “L” and date “1927”.Dimensions: Length 23 cm. Height 10 cm. Width 23 cm. Thickness 13 cm.Weight: 510 g.Condition: Good.Provenance: Private collection.
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PHOTO FRAME IN THE ART NOUVEAU STYLE RUSSIA, 20TH CENTURY
PHOTO FRAME IN THE ART NOUVEAU STYLE RUSSIA, 20TH CENTURY
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SILVER SALT CELLAR IN THE FORM OF A THRONE RUSSIAN EMPIRE, MOSCOW, 1883
SILVER SALT CELLAR IN THE FORM OF A THRONE RUSSIAN EMPIRE, MOSCOW, 1883
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SILVER THRONE-FORM SALT CELLAR IN THE HISTORICISM STYLE RUSSIAN EMPIRE, MOSCOW, 1891
SILVER THRONE-FORM SALT CELLAR IN THE HISTORICISM STYLE RUSSIAN EMPIRE, MOSCOW, 1891
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Silver salt shaker Throne. Moscow. Russia. 1867.
Silver salt shaker Throne. Moscow. Russia. 1867.
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Ring in white gold 750 with diamonds.
Ring in white gold 750 with diamonds.
6800 EUR
SCULPTURAL MINIATURE “WOODCUTTER”. NICHOLS & PLINKE RUSSIA, ST PETERSBURG, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY
SCULPTURAL MINIATURE “WOODCUTTER”. NICHOLS & PLINKE RUSSIA, ST PETERSBURG, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY
6500 EUR
Babylonian Talmud, sections Tractate Yevamot and Giphot Alfas. Russia 19th century.
Babylonian Talmud, sections Tractate Yevamot and Giphot Alfas. Russia 19th century.
2800 EUR
MAGNIFICENT PAIR OF CRYSTAL TAZZAS ON SILVER STANDS. BRATYA GRACHEVY FIRM RUSSIA, SAINT PETERSBURG, LATE 19TH CENTURY
MAGNIFICENT PAIR OF CRYSTAL TAZZAS ON SILVER STANDS. BRATYA GRACHEVY FIRM RUSSIA, SAINT PETERSBURG, LATE 19TH CENTURY
An exceptional museum-quality pair of ceremonial tazzas, created in the workshop of the Bratya Grachevy firm, official Purveyors to the Imperial Court, and reflecting the highest achievements of Russian jewellery and silversmithing art of the late nineteenth century.The composition is built on a striking contrast between the massive cut-crystal bowls and the sculptural silver stands, formed as stylised dolphins. The figures are rendered in dynamic movement, with finely chased scales and expressively modelled heads and fins. The dolphins’ tails support shell-shaped elements that form a refined transition between the stands and the bowls, lending the ensemble a harmonious and sculpturally unified silhouette.Each stand rests on three twisted branches adorned with relief foliage, enhancing the organic quality and decorative richness of the design. The crystal bowls are executed in deep cut techniques, featuring star-shaped rosettes and geometric patterns that create a rich play of light and emphasise the ceremonial character of the objects.Marks: Full maker’s mark “BR. GRACHEVY” with the double-headed eagle, characteristic of the Bratya Grachevy firm, Purveyors to the Imperial Court; state assay mark of the Saint Petersburg Assay Office with the “84” silver standard in an oval cartouche; assay mark with the coat of arms of Saint Petersburg, corresponding to the period of the late 1880s to early 1890s.Dimensions: Height: 23 cm and 25.5 cm (including crystal bowls). Diameter of crystal bowl: 28.8 cm.Weight: Total weight of the silver elements, excluding crystal bowls: 3944 g.Provenance: Private European collection.
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Gold ring with diamonds.
Gold ring with diamonds.
3800 EUR
Platinum ring with emerald and diamonds.
Platinum ring with emerald and diamonds.
9500 EUR
Porcelain figurine of Putti playing with a dog. Germany.
Porcelain figurine of Putti playing with a dog. Germany.
80 EUR
Russian gold bracelet with enamel. 19th century.
Russian gold bracelet with enamel. 19th century.
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Silver plated set for cleaning crumbs from the table
Silver plated set for cleaning crumbs from the table
180 EUR
Finnish naval officers parade saber.
Finnish naval officers parade saber.
900 EUR
Crimean landscape. Meshchersky Arseny Ivanovich. Rubezh of the 19-20th centuries.
Crimean landscape. Meshchersky Arseny Ivanovich. Rubezh of the 19-20th centuries.
1300 EUR
A pair of bronze candlesticks in the Baroque style. 19th century.
A pair of bronze candlesticks in the Baroque style. 19th century.
1700 EUR
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