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SNUFF BOX IN THE FORM OF A DOUBLE-BARREL PISTOL CENTRAL EUROPE, 19TH CENTURY

SNUFF BOX IN THE FORM OF A DOUBLE-BARREL PISTOL CENTRAL EUROPE, 19TH CENTURY

A figural snuff box designed in the form of a miniature double-barrel pistol represents a rare and expressive example of European jewelled decorative arts of the late Historicist period. The object belongs to the category of so-called objets de fantaisie, combining inventive artistic design with the utilitarian function of a refined object of social life.The body is crafted in silver and richly decorated with engraved and relief ornament imitating structural and decorative elements of a firearm. The exterior surface is covered with fine hand engraving composed of vegetal and rocaille motifs characteristic of the decorative language of European Historicism of the second half of the 19th century. The handle is conceived as a sculptural ornamental composition with pronounced plastic relief.The decoration incorporates cabochons of semi-precious stones, including banded agate with its characteristic striped pattern, as well as stones of pink and green hues. The stones are integrated into the ornamental structure of the handle and body, enhancing the jewel-like character of the object. Additional decorative richness is provided by inserts of coloured enamel.The mechanical part of the object is stylised after the construction of a firearm: the hammer and trigger guard form an original mechanism that activates the opening system of the snuff box. The hinged lid opens to reveal the internal chamber intended for storing tobacco. The interior surface is fully gilded and decorated with engraved ornament, in accordance with traditional snuff box manufacture and serving to protect the contents.Marks: French import assay mark in the form of a swan in an oval shield (Cygne). This mark was used in France from 1893 for silver objects of foreign manufacture that passed official assay control upon import into the country.Dimensions: Length: 11.5 cm; Width: 3 cm; Thickness: 3 cm.Weight: 68 g.Condition: Good.Provenance: Private European collection.

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Outskirts of Riga

Outskirts of Riga

Art Nouveau stationery set

Art Nouveau stationery set

The White Villa

The White Villa

Landscape

In the woods

The path along the river

The path along the river

Abstract composition

Abstract composition

Gold earrings with enamel

Gold earrings with enamel

Gold bracelet with diamonds

Gold bracelet with diamonds

Decorative knight`s armor made of wrought iron. Germany. 19th-20th century.

Decorative knight`s armor made of wrought iron. Germany. 19th-20th century.

Knight armour. Wrought iron. Historical and detailed knight`s armor on a wooden support and base. Helmet with neck strap, folding visor and neck protection. Cuirass with sleeves and plate apron. Shoulders, elbow pads, armor gloves. Knee pads and leg protection. Engraved decoration with stylized scrolls of leaves, partially heads of dragons and horsemen, as well as stylized coats of arms. Total height 190 cm. Decorative knight`s armor made of wrought iron with engraving on the pedestal. Germany. 19th-20th century. Weight 35 kg.

Bracelet Hermes

Bracelet Hermes

Sunny landscape

Sunny landscape

Still nature

Fisherman`s house

Fisherman`s house

White table

Portrait of a man

Portrait of a man

Abstraction

An elegant porcelain vase in a silver Braid in the Art Nouveau style. Crown Staffordshire.

An elegant porcelain vase in a silver Braid in the Art Nouveau style. Crown Staffordshire.

An elegant porcelain vase in a silver (?) Braid, in the Art Nouveau style. Crown Staffordshire. Imitates the English ceramic bottle, in the weaving of the vine. Decorated with intertwining decor of stems and flowers, where the contrasting and noble shine of metal sets off the deep, picturesque tone of the vessel. The manufacturer`s brand is located at the bottom of the product. Crown Staffordshire. England. First quarter of the 20th century.

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Venice (Red Sails)

Venice (Red Sails)

View of Old Riga

View of Old Riga

LANDSCAPE WITH A POND IN EVENING LIGHT. A. KONSTANTINOVA RUSSIA, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

LANDSCAPE WITH A POND IN EVENING LIGHT. A. KONSTANTINOVA RUSSIA, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

yacht club

Landscape with boats

Landscape with boats

Portrait of a woman

Portrait of a woman

Copy of Paul Rubens - Abduction of the Daughters of Leucippus

Copy of Paul Rubens - Abduction of the Daughters of Leucippus

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Porcelain owl from Gardner factory.

Porcelain owl from Gardner factory.

Clock with console in Boulle style

Clock with console in Boulle style

Napoleon III style walnut coffee table.

Napoleon III style walnut coffee table.

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LUIS GARCÍA OLIVER. Still life with apples.

LUIS GARCÍA OLIVER. Still life with apples.

Empire style table

Empire style table

Silver tongs for dessert.

Silver tongs for dessert.

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Portrait of a girl.

Portrait of a girl.

Ivory Netsuke. Monkey boat.

Ivory Netsuke. Monkey boat.

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VASE “DAISIES” IMPERIAL PORCELAIN FACTORY RUSSIA, SAINT PETERSBURG, 1915

VASE “DAISIES” IMPERIAL PORCELAIN FACTORY RUSSIA, SAINT PETERSBURG, 1915

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

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

Pair of bronze sconces in the Empire style.

Pair of bronze sconces in the Empire style.

GOLD PIAGET BLACK TIE EMPERADOR WATCH SWITZERLAND

GOLD PIAGET BLACK TIE EMPERADOR WATCH SWITZERLAND

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MINIATURE GOLD CASKET IN THE FORM OF AN ETROG CONTAINER. F. LORIE FIRM RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1908-1917

MINIATURE GOLD CASKET IN THE FORM OF AN ETROG CONTAINER. F. LORIE FIRM RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1908-1917

Gold ring with diamonds.

Gold ring with diamonds.

Copper 3 kopecks 1915.

Copper 3 kopecks 1915.

Wine rack Louis XVI style

Wine rack Louis XVI style