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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

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

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

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SECRETARY DESK WITH A PAINTED PANEL, PAUL SORMANI FRANCE, PARIS, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

SECRETARY DESK WITH A PAINTED PANEL, PAUL SORMANI FRANCE, PARIS, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

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

TEA AND COFFEE SET BY P. OVCHINNIKOV MOSCOW, LATE 19TH CENTURY

TEA AND COFFEE SET BY P. OVCHINNIKOV MOSCOW, LATE 19TH CENTURY

SILVER SAMOVAR. JOHAN OLSONIUS RUSSIA, SAINT PETERSBURG, THIRD QUARTER OF THE 19TH CENTURY

SILVER SAMOVAR. JOHAN OLSONIUS RUSSIA, SAINT PETERSBURG, THIRD QUARTER OF THE 19TH CENTURY

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RUSSIAN ART NOUVEAU KOVSH WITH CLOISONNÉ ENAMELS. FYODOR RUCKERT RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1908–1917

RUSSIAN ART NOUVEAU KOVSH WITH CLOISONNÉ ENAMELS. FYODOR RUCKERT RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1908–1917

LOUIS XV STYLE WRITING DESK FRANCE, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

LOUIS XV STYLE WRITING DESK FRANCE, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

Table set in the style of Napoleon III.

Table set in the style of Napoleon III.

Swedish saber, naval, officer. 1876

Swedish saber, naval, officer. 1876

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IVORY MANTEL CLOCK OF THE NAPOLEON III PERIOD FRANCE, PARIS, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

IVORY MANTEL CLOCK OF THE NAPOLEON III PERIOD FRANCE, PARIS, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

An exceptional mantel clock from the Napoleon III period, executed in the Neoclassical style and distinguished by a rare degree of artistic and technical refinement. The case is entirely carved from ivory, featuring a finely articulated architectural silhouette with columnar supports, volutes, garlands, rosettes, and a krater-shaped vase crowning the composition. The overall design demonstrates symmetry and ceremonial grandeur characteristic of Parisian decorative arts of the 1860–1880s.The porcelain dial, presumably produced by the Royal Sèvres Manufactory, is decorated with a painted composition depicting a flying Cupid holding a wreath, accompanied by musical instruments and floral motifs. The Roman numeral chapter ring is set against a deep cobalt-blue ground with gilded ornamentation and enclosed within a gilt brass bezel. The original pierced gilt hands enhance the refined appearance of the dial.The lower frieze of the case is painted in oils with scenes of playing putti, musical attributes, and floral garlands, emphasizing the allegorical themes of love, harmony, and the arts. The clock rests on a complex, multi-tiered ivory base with profiled relief and decorative feet.The French movement features an anchor escapement and striking mechanism, signed “S. Marti & Cie – Médaille de Bronze” and additionally numbered “Chameroy – 178”. The movement has undergone professional servicing and is in working order. During inspection, a historical presentation inscription was discovered on the interior of the base beneath a brass cover: “Wedding gift to Marie Dessarps …”, adding notable memorial and provenance value.Marks: Movement signed “S. Marti & Cie – Médaille de Bronze”; numbered “Chameroy – 178”.Dimensions: 50 × 37.5 × 23.5 cm.Weight: Approx. 6,900 g.Condition: Good, with natural traces of age and use.Provenance: France, Paris; private European collection. Accompanied by a CITES certificate permitting circulation within the EU.

Finnish naval officers parade saber.

Finnish naval officers parade saber.

SILVER CIGARETTE CASE AND MATCHBOX WITH CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL.MOSCOW, MASTER V. AKIMOV, 1899–1908

SILVER CIGARETTE CASE AND MATCHBOX WITH CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL.MOSCOW, MASTER V. AKIMOV, 1899–1908

PAIR OF SWAN-MOTIF JARDINIÈRES FRANCE, 20TH CENTURY

PAIR OF SWAN-MOTIF JARDINIÈRES FRANCE, 20TH CENTURY

Bracelet in 18K yellow gold in the style of Chanel

Bracelet in 18K yellow gold in the style of Chanel

French console table from the Art Nouveau era in the Majorelle style.

French console table from the Art Nouveau era in the Majorelle style.

IMPRESSIVE EMPIRE STYLE CHANDELIER RUSSIA, FIRST QUARTER OF THE 19TH CENTURY

IMPRESSIVE EMPIRE STYLE CHANDELIER RUSSIA, FIRST QUARTER OF THE 19TH CENTURY

PAUL CHEVRE. BOY SEPARATING FIGHTING COCKS FRANCE / CANADA, LATE 19TH - EARLY 20TH CENTURY

PAUL CHEVRE. BOY SEPARATING FIGHTING COCKS FRANCE / CANADA, LATE 19TH - EARLY 20TH CENTURY

PAIR OF SEVEN-LIGHT SILVER CANDELABRA. VERCELLI ITALY, TURN OF THE 19TH–EARLY 20TH CENTURY

PAIR OF SEVEN-LIGHT SILVER CANDELABRA. VERCELLI ITALY, TURN OF THE 19TH–EARLY 20TH CENTURY

A ceremonial pair of silver seven-light candelabra executed in the spirit of Historicism with a clear reference to Baroque forms and proportions. The composition is distinguished by a monumental silhouette, rich sculptural modeling and balanced architectural structure. The massive shaped bases, decorated with volutes and acanthus motifs, support tall baluster stems rising into an elaborate branched crown with gracefully curved S-shaped arms. The relief ornament enhances the play of light across the polished silver surface. Such pieces were conceived for grand interiors of the fin de siècle period.Hallmarks: Maker’s mark of an Italian silver workshop in the form of a hexagonal shield, a traditional type of workshop mark used in Northern Italy at the end of the 19th – early 20th century. Italian state assay mark indicating silver fineness “800”.Dimensions: Height: 50 cm; Width: 43 cm; Depth: 43 cm.Weight: Total weight of the pair: 1,780 g.Condition: Good. Even, attractive patina. No deformations or losses.Provenance: Private European collection.

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Crimean landscape. Meshchersky Arseny Ivanovich. Rubezh of the 19-20th centuries.

Crimean landscape. Meshchersky Arseny Ivanovich. Rubezh of the 19-20th centuries.

A pair of bronze candlesticks in the Baroque style. 19th century.

A pair of bronze candlesticks in the Baroque style. 19th century.

Painting "Lady with a tambourine"

Painting "Lady with a tambourine"

Ikebana Flowers. Bone carving from the Meiji Japan period

Ikebana Flowers. Bone carving from the Meiji Japan period

18K white gold ring with diamonds and tanzanite.

18K white gold ring with diamonds and tanzanite.

LARGE DOUBLE-LIGHT HANGING LANTERN RUSSIA, EARLY 19TH CENTURY

LARGE DOUBLE-LIGHT HANGING LANTERN RUSSIA, EARLY 19TH CENTURY

Fruit vase. Carl Thieme.

Fruit vase. Carl Thieme.

ICON OF CHRIST PANTOCRATOR WITH A SILVER OKLAD BY THE FACTORY OF IVAN SEMYONOVICH GUBKIN RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1865

ICON OF CHRIST PANTOCRATOR WITH A SILVER OKLAD BY THE FACTORY OF IVAN SEMYONOVICH GUBKIN RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1865

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Wine and liqueur jug.

Wine and liqueur jug.

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SILVER LANGOUSTINE SPAIN, 20TH CENTURY

SILVER LANGOUSTINE SPAIN, 20TH CENTURY

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Gold ring with diamonds.

Gold ring with diamonds.

Silver tongs for dessert.

Silver tongs for dessert.

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Bronze sculpture Romantic couple.

Bronze sculpture Romantic couple.

Gold ring with diamonds.

Gold ring with diamonds.

AN EXCEPTIONAL GOLD-MOUNTED AMETHYST SNUFF BOX BY JOHANN KEIBEL ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA, CIRCA 1840

AN EXCEPTIONAL GOLD-MOUNTED AMETHYST SNUFF BOX BY JOHANN KEIBEL ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA, CIRCA 1840

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

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

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DESK JEWELRY CASKET WITH SÈVRES PORCELAIN PLAQUES FRANCE, FIRST HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY, CIRCA 1830

DESK JEWELRY CASKET WITH SÈVRES PORCELAIN PLAQUES FRANCE, FIRST HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY, CIRCA 1830

Cup for poached egg

Cup for poached egg

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Box style of Napoleon III

Box style of Napoleon III

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Porcelain figurine allegory Spring. Meissen.

Porcelain figurine allegory Spring. Meissen.

Painting Russian Troika.

Painting Russian Troika.

Table lamp with porcelain.

Table lamp with porcelain.

Pair of bronze wall sconces.

Pair of bronze wall sconces.

Still lfe with flowers

Still lfe with flowers

Oak mirror with fine carvings

Oak mirror with fine carvings

Empire style table

Empire style table

Tea caddy. Meissen.

Tea caddy. Meissen.