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RARE SILVER EROTIC MUSICAL BOX ITALY, 1930s

RARE SILVER EROTIC MUSICAL BOX ITALY, 1930s

An elegant silver musical box with an automatic mechanism, combining the functions of a cigarette case and a mechanical miniature scene. The rectangular case is crafted in 800 standard silver, featuring fine guilloché decoration and an ornamental border along the edges of the lid and body. The upper section opens to form a gilded cigarette tray, beneath which the musical mechanism is concealed.The interior is richly gilded and decorated with a relief composition depicting a pastoral landscape with architectural motifs and decorative elements inspired by Neorococo aesthetics. At the centre is a movable figurative scene showing a couple dressed in 18th century costumes, executed in polychrome metal against a dark contrasting ground. When the mechanism is wound, the scene animates to musical accompaniment, creating the effect of a theatrical miniature and emphasising the playful, gallant character of the object.The high artistic quality, mechanical complexity and the rarity of erotic subject matter in silver musical boxes make this piece an exceptional example of decorative and applied arts of the first half of the 20th century. A probable attribution points to the Italian silversmithing tradition of Sicily, with a possible connection to the circle of Palermo workshops specialising in refined interior accessories and objects of private use.Hallmarks: Italian assay mark “800”. Maker’s mark not identified, possibly lost or concealed beneath structural elements.Dimensions:Height: 3.2 cmWidth: 9.2 cmLength: 5.7 cmMaterial: 800 standard silver, gilding, mechanical musical movement, mixed metal elements.Condition: Good. Overall well preserved considering age. Minor signs of wear and superficial scratches. Gilding to the interior preserved. Mechanism in working order.Provenance: Private collection.

Pair of bronze, French candlesticks, in the form of fauns, mid-19th century.

Pair of bronze, French candlesticks, in the form of fauns, mid-19th century.

Wooden, gilded console of the 19th century.

Wooden, gilded console of the 19th century.

Icon of Our Lady of Kazan.

Icon of Our Lady of Kazan.

Ladies glass box with a silver guilloche enamel lid. England 20th century.

Ladies glass box with a silver guilloche enamel lid. England 20th century.

Russian silver salt cellar with enamel.

Russian silver salt cellar with enamel.

PORCELAIN EASTER EGG WITH HAND-PAINTED BLOSSOMING APPLE ORCHARD RUSSIA, LATE 19TH CENTURY (C. 1890–1900)

PORCELAIN EASTER EGG WITH HAND-PAINTED BLOSSOMING APPLE ORCHARD RUSSIA, LATE 19TH CENTURY (C. 1890–1900)

Wooden console with carved cupids.

Wooden console with carved cupids.

A couple of items for the tea ceremony.

A couple of items for the tea ceremony.

Pair of Cobalt, Art Nouveau Porcelain Vases.

Pair of Cobalt, Art Nouveau Porcelain Vases.

Mantel clock in Louis XV style

Mantel clock in Louis XV style

Mantel clock in gilded bronze in Louis XV style, richly decorated with decorative elements with figures of playing Putti. Full of playful charm and lovely carelessness, the stylized tree trunk is complemented by crown and rocaille waves. Decorated with vine garlands and a whirlwind of root currencies and base vignettes, the plot revolves around carefree Putti playing with a kid that represents Bacchus. The clock keeps track of the time of happiness, instilling seriousness and sustainability in joy with this large trunk of the tree of life.Manufactory stamp: Guiche Palais Royal 147.The watch is in working condition, a complete revision of the mechanism has been carried out.

Engraving Siege of Ochakov 1788.

Engraving Siege of Ochakov 1788.

Twin candelabra Samurai

Twin candelabra Samurai

RUSSIAN SILVER CLOISONNÉ SHOT CUP. GUSTAV KLINGERT RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1893

RUSSIAN SILVER CLOISONNÉ SHOT CUP. GUSTAV KLINGERT RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1893

Silver tongs for dessert.

Silver tongs for dessert.

Music box, 19th century.

Music box, 19th century.

NUDE RECLINING WOMAN, RUSSIA, LATE 19TH CENTURY

NUDE RECLINING WOMAN, RUSSIA, LATE 19TH CENTURY

Silver Ruble 1843. Russia - Nicholas I (1825-1855).

Silver Ruble 1843. Russia - Nicholas I (1825-1855).

Golden powder box. Violettes Paris. Around 1860.

Golden powder box. Violettes Paris. Around 1860.

Round gold enamel powder box Violettes Paris circa 1860. On a noble, dark brown background with a golden net and antique grotesques, the lid depicts a preening nymph with a cupid adorning her hair. The vignette at the base depicts a flirtatious scene, apparently with the same cherub, dove and basket of flowers, again in pursuit of the escaping mistress. Labeled: Violettes Paris. On the inside of the rim there is a memorial date: April 18, 1880. Parisian gold hallmarks from 1838, corresponding to 750 standard, are on the bottom of the powder compact. Inside the lid there is an original mirror. Height: 3cm. length-5cm. Weight:73.94g

Russian silver salt shaker in the form of a cast-iron.

Russian silver salt shaker in the form of a cast-iron.

Picture frame

Guilloche enamel silver pendant.

Guilloche enamel silver pendant.

WATER LILIES (NYMPHAEAS) D.A. LISHCHENKO, 1925

WATER LILIES (NYMPHAEAS) D.A. LISHCHENKO, 1925

CRIMEAN LANDSCAPE WITH A SEASHORE AND CYPRESSES RUSSIA, 1920s–1930s

CRIMEAN LANDSCAPE WITH A SEASHORE AND CYPRESSES RUSSIA, 1920s–1930s

Vase Golden ruby with gold ornament. Imperial Glass Factory, Russia, 1830-1840s

Vase Golden ruby with gold ornament. Imperial Glass Factory, Russia, 1830-1840s

THE JUDGEMENT OF PARIS WESTERN EUROPE, FLEMISH SCHOOL, EARLY 18TH CENTURY

THE JUDGEMENT OF PARIS WESTERN EUROPE, FLEMISH SCHOOL, EARLY 18TH CENTURY

White gold bracelet with diamond flower links.

White gold bracelet with diamond flower links.

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Photo frame of gilded bronze in the style of neoclassicism.

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Russian silver salt cellar with enamel.

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Boy with flowers. Meissen.

WATER LILIES (NYMPHAEAS) D.A. LISHCHENKO, 1925

WATER LILIES (NYMPHAEAS) D.A. LISHCHENKO, 1925

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Still life with a mouse