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PLAYING WITH CATS. ALEXANDER RIZZONI (1836 - 1902) RUSSIA - ITALY, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

PLAYING WITH CATS. ALEXANDER RIZZONI (1836 - 1902) RUSSIA - ITALY, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

An intimate genre composition defined by a subtle interplay of light and shadow, characteristic of Alexander Rizzoni’s artistic circle. Within the dim interior of what appears to be a vegetable cellar, a young boy is depicted playing with several cats. Concealing a bundle of turnips behind his back, he teases a cat perched upon a worn barrel. A narrow shaft of light penetrates through a small window, illuminating the child’s gesture and animated expression, while the warm ochre and brown tonalities enhance the atmosphere of humble domesticity.Despite its apparent simplicity, the scene carries a nuanced layer of social observation consistent with Russian Realism of the second half of the nineteenth century. The artist avoids overt dramatization, instead focusing on the quiet dignity of childhood. The modest amusements of impoverished youth become a reflection on resilience and innate vitality. Compassion and contemplative distance coexist within the composition, revealing the dual influence of the Russian academic tradition and Italian genre painting.Signed lower right.The work is attributed to Alexander Rizzoni (Alessandro Rizzoni, 1836 - 1902) on the basis of stylistic analysis, compositional structure, and painterly execution consistent with his genre works of the 1870s and 1880s.Dimensions: 41 x 33 cmMaterial: Oil on canvasCondition: Good. The paint surface is stable. Minor age-related wear consistent with the period.Provenance: Private European collection

SET OF SIX CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL SILVER TEASPOONS IN A PRESENTATION CASE. GRACHEV BROTHERS RUSSIA, SAINT PETERSBURG, LAST QUARTER OF THE 19TH CENTURY

SET OF SIX CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL SILVER TEASPOONS IN A PRESENTATION CASE. GRACHEV BROTHERS RUSSIA, SAINT PETERSBURG, LAST QUARTER OF THE 19TH CENTURY

RUSSIAN PRESENTATION SILVER KOVSH IN ART NOUVEAU STYLE. ALEXANDER VYAKOVA. FIRM OF C. FABERGÉ SAINT PETERSBURG, EARLY 20TH CENTURY

RUSSIAN PRESENTATION SILVER KOVSH IN ART NOUVEAU STYLE. ALEXANDER VYAKOVA. FIRM OF C. FABERGÉ SAINT PETERSBURG, EARLY 20TH CENTURY

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Large, chic, gilded Napoleon III era frame.

Large, chic, gilded Napoleon III era frame.

ICON “KURSK-KORENNAYA MOTHER OF GOD OF THE SIGN” RUSSIA, VOLOGDA, 1802

ICON “KURSK-KORENNAYA MOTHER OF GOD OF THE SIGN” RUSSIA, VOLOGDA, 1802

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LARGE VASE WITH BRONZE MOUNTS AND PAINTED DECORATION “THE TRIUMPH OF VENUS” FRANCE, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

LARGE VASE WITH BRONZE MOUNTS AND PAINTED DECORATION “THE TRIUMPH OF VENUS” FRANCE, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

ICON OF THE MOTHER OF GOD OF UMILENIE RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 16TH–17TH CENTURY

ICON OF THE MOTHER OF GOD OF UMILENIE RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 16TH–17TH CENTURY

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SILVER-GILT KOVSH WITH POLYCHROME ENAMELS. PAVEL OVTCHINNIKOV FIRM RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1908–1917

SILVER-GILT KOVSH WITH POLYCHROME ENAMELS. PAVEL OVTCHINNIKOV FIRM RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1908–1917

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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

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PAIR OF EMPIRE STYLE ARMCHAIRS FRANCE, FIRST QUARTER OF THE 19TH CENTURY

PAIR OF EMPIRE STYLE ARMCHAIRS FRANCE, FIRST QUARTER OF THE 19TH CENTURY

DISH “BACCHUS”. NEO-RENAISSANCE, IN THE MANNER OF JOHANN MICHAEL MAUCHER (1645–1701) GERMANY, 19TH CENTURY

DISH “BACCHUS”. NEO-RENAISSANCE, IN THE MANNER OF JOHANN MICHAEL MAUCHER (1645–1701) GERMANY, 19TH CENTURY

A magnificent Neo-Renaissance decorative dish executed in carved ivory inlaid on a wooden support, created in the manner of the works of the eminent German master Johann Michael Maucher (1645–1701). The composition forms a complex and carefully conceived ensemble with a rich mythological programme, drawing upon themes of Classical antiquity characteristic of Renaissance decorative arts and reinterpreted in the 19th century.The central medallion is adorned with a relief depiction of Dionysus (Bacchus) drinking from a cup, accompanied by his followers and a goat as a traditional attribute of wine worship, set against a forest landscape with vine tendrils. Radiating from the centre are eight oval cartouches forming a continuous narrative cycle. These depict the contest between Marsyas and Apollo judged by King Midas; Zeus seducing Callisto; Callisto exposed and punished by Diana; Zeus rescuing Callisto and placing her among the stars as Ursa Major; the abduction of Proserpina by Pluto; the advances of a satyr towards a nymph; Actaeon punished by Diana for voyeurism; and the abduction of the nymph Io by Zeus concealed in a cloud.The carved relief displays a high level of artistic refinement. Finely modelled figures, fluid drapery and a wealth of subsidiary motifs lend the composition depth and rhythmic harmony. The brass binding hoops serve both structural and decorative functions, enhancing the architectural coherence of the form. The reverse is executed in dark-stained wood, revealing the traces of hand craftsmanship.Material: Carved ivory, wood, brass, deer antler.Dimensions: Diameter 46.5 cm.Weight: 2700 g.Condition: Good. Minor age-related surface changes consistent with the period. No losses, cracks or later interventions observed.Provenance: Probably Germany, 19th century.

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

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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

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Fireplace in Art Nouveau style. Latvia. Early 20th century.

Fireplace in Art Nouveau style. Latvia. Early 20th century.

PAIR OF SCULPTURES “THE MARLY HORSES”, AFTER GUILLAUME COUSTOU THE ELDER (1677–1746) FRANCE, 19TH CENTURY

PAIR OF SCULPTURES “THE MARLY HORSES”, AFTER GUILLAUME COUSTOU THE ELDER (1677–1746) FRANCE, 19TH CENTURY

Delicate fruit vase of Napoleon III period. ES CALIER DE CRISTAL PARIS

Delicate fruit vase of Napoleon III period. ES CALIER DE CRISTAL PARIS

PAUL BUHRÉ / LE PHARE. GOLD POCKET WATCH WITH MINUTE REPEATER, CHRONOGRAPH, MOON PHASES AND CYRILLIC CALENDAR. CIRCA 1903

PAUL BUHRÉ / LE PHARE. GOLD POCKET WATCH WITH MINUTE REPEATER, CHRONOGRAPH, MOON PHASES AND CYRILLIC CALENDAR. CIRCA 1903

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CRYSTAL JUG WITH SILVER, 13TH ARTEL RUSSIA, MOSCOW, EARLY 20TH CENTURY

CRYSTAL JUG WITH SILVER, 13TH ARTEL RUSSIA, MOSCOW, EARLY 20TH CENTURY

Impressive 18K gold ring with emerald and diamonds.

Impressive 18K gold ring with emerald and diamonds.

Impressive gold ring with emerald and diamonds. 18k gold, 18k emerald, engraved with flower sprout. 80 diamonds 0.64 ct. G.H. VS-SI. Ring size: 17. Weight: 17.63 gr. Certificate of the Latvian Assay Office: 3-9-8662021.

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

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

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LARGE PORCELAIN VASE “THE BIRTH OF VENUS” FRANCE, MANUFACTURE NATIONALE DE SÈVRES, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

LARGE PORCELAIN VASE “THE BIRTH OF VENUS” FRANCE, MANUFACTURE NATIONALE DE SÈVRES, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

UNIQUE MANTEL CLOCK WITH SOLAR ALLEGORY. MODEL ATTRIBUTED TO CARLO ROSSI RUSSIAN EMPIRE, SAINT PETERSBURG, PERIOD OF NICHOLAS I, 1825-1855

UNIQUE MANTEL CLOCK WITH SOLAR ALLEGORY. MODEL ATTRIBUTED TO CARLO ROSSI RUSSIAN EMPIRE, SAINT PETERSBURG, PERIOD OF NICHOLAS I, 1825-1855

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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

TAHAN Carriage Bar in Napoleon III Style. 19th Century.

TAHAN Carriage Bar in Napoleon III Style. 19th Century.

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Oval coffee table in Louis XVI style, model Adam Weisweiler. France 19th century

Oval coffee table in Louis XVI style, model Adam Weisweiler. France 19th century

PORCELAIN GARNITURE. MANUFACTURE NATIONALE DE SÈVRES FRANCE, 1819

PORCELAIN GARNITURE. MANUFACTURE NATIONALE DE SÈVRES FRANCE, 1819

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Gold ring with tanzanite and diamonds.

Gold ring with tanzanite and diamonds.

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Autumn landscape

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Summer landscape

Girl with a basket. Meissen

Girl with a basket. Meissen

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GOLD COIN OF CATHERINE II. 10 RUBLES AFTER THE 1767 MODEL MDP 1972.

GOLD COIN OF CATHERINE II. 10 RUBLES AFTER THE 1767 MODEL MDP 1972.

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Figure of the Walking Buddha. 19th century

Figure of the Walking Buddha. 19th century

Royal Copenhagen. Pug Puppy. 1955 year.

Royal Copenhagen. Pug Puppy. 1955 year.

Set of silver spoons

Set of silver spoons

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English smoking set of cigarette case and matchbox made of silver and enamel.

English smoking set of cigarette case and matchbox made of silver and enamel.

Icon of Saint Alexander Nevsky. Russia 1920

Icon of Saint Alexander Nevsky. Russia 1920

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Girl with a lute. 19th century.

Girl with a lute. 19th century.

Autumn landscape

Autumn landscape

Decorative Dish. Vein.

Decorative Dish. Vein.

Romantic Couple. Sitzendorf.

Romantic Couple. Sitzendorf.

GOLD SNUFF BOX WITH THE PORTRAIT OF ADMIRAL SEMYON IVANOVICH MORDVINOV. SAINT PETERSBURG, DAVID RUDOLPH, RUSSIA, CIRCA 1788

GOLD SNUFF BOX WITH THE PORTRAIT OF ADMIRAL SEMYON IVANOVICH MORDVINOV. SAINT PETERSBURG, DAVID RUDOLPH, RUSSIA, CIRCA 1788

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Janis Pauluks. Lielupe. 1953

Janis Pauluks. Lielupe. 1953

Cet of the ceramic decanter

Cet of the ceramic decanter

A pair of Baroque frames

A pair of Baroque frames