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Silver salt cellar in the form of a chair in Old Russian style, Vasily Ivanovich Ivanov Moscow, Russia, 1885
Silver salt cellar in the form of a chair in Old Russian style, Vasily Ivanovich Ivanov Moscow, Russia, 1885
An elegant silver salt cellar of rare form, executed as a miniature chair with a hinged cover, represents a refined example of Moscow silverwork of the Historicism period. The composition is conceived as a stylized seat with an openwork back, a rectangular salt compartment and a folding front panel, lending the object architectural clarity and symbolic character.Particular attention is drawn to the pierced back executed in the Old Russian style. The central panel is engraved with a flowering tree surmounted by two symmetrically placed birds - a motif rooted in folk art traditions and symbolizing abundance, fertility and harmony. This decorative element harmoniously interacts with the openwork foliate scrolls and the serrated upper edge reminiscent of traditional wood carving.The base is adorned with a relief floral ornament and softly profiled contours enhancing the decorative unity of the piece. The hinged cover is finely engraved and reveals a gilt interior, creating a striking contrast with the silver surface and emphasizing the ceremonial character of the object.Marks: Maker’s mark “VI” for Vasily Ivanovich Ivanov, Moscow, active 1870–1908; assay mark with initials “V.P” over a line and date “1885”; standard mark “84”; Moscow city mark depicting St. George slaying the dragon.Dimensions: Height: 6 cm; length: 6 cm.Weight: 67 g.Condition: Good. Partial wear to gilding and minor surface wear consistent with age. No structural damage or losses.Provenance: Private collection.
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An elegant silver salt cellar in the form of a miniature throne, representing a characteristic example of Moscow decorative silver of the second half of the 19th century. The architectural composition is conceived as a ceremonial seat with a high shaped back, pierced vertical openings, and a hinged front panel providing access to the interior.The plasticity of the piece is defined by strict symmetry and rich decorative detailing. The surface is finely engraved with geometric and stylised vegetal motifs typical of Moscow workshops of the Historicism period. The central panel features the inscription: “Eat bread and salt, but speak the truth,” executed in a traditional manner using Old Russian script, lending the object a distinctly national character and symbolic meaning.The gilded interior enhances the visual contrast with the matte silver surface, emphasising the festive and ceremonial nature of the piece. The ornamental system, including a serrated edge, engraved hatchings, and stamped elements, demonstrates a high level of craftsmanship and refined execution.Marks: Assay mark “VS” over a line with the date “1875” - Viktor Savinkov, assay master, Moscow; Russian standard mark “84” with the Moscow city emblem (St George); Maker’s mark “LCh” (Cyrillic, unidentified Moscow master, third quarter of the 19th century).Dimensions: Height: 6 cm; Width: 6 cm; Depth: 4 cm.Weight: 57 g.Condition: Good. Even gilding. Minor wear to the base. No deformations, cracks, restorations, or signs of heavy use.Provenance: Private collection.
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An elegant silver salt cellar executed in the form of a miniature throne with a high architectural back, representing a characteristic example of Russian decorative and applied art of the late 19th century. The composition is based on architectural and furniture motifs, emphasised by the clear geometry of the body, stepped base and richly developed ornamental decoration.The openwork back is designed as a symmetrical structure with pierced vegetal and geometric ornament organised around a central diamond-shaped motif. The upper section is crowned with a stylised pediment featuring balusters and a crenellated frieze, recalling forms of Old Russian architecture. The side supports are decorated with fine chasing and ornamental bands, reinforcing the architectural character of the object.The rectangular body with profiled walls is adorned with linear and zigzag engraved decoration. The base is solid and contoured, providing both stability and visual completeness. The interior of the bowl is fully gilded, a traditional measure used to protect silver from the corrosive effects of salt while simultaneously enhancing the ceremonial appearance of the piece. The hinged lid is functionally and compositionally integrated with the back, preserving the overall harmony of the design.Material: Silver, 84 standard, gilt interior.Hallmarks: Maker’s mark of an unidentified master “AB” in a rectangular cartouche; Kostroma town assay mark depicting the city coat of arms – a galley sailing on a river; To the left, the silver standard “84”, characteristic of the Kostroma assay office of the 1880s–1890s; Additional assay marks.Dimensions: Height: 7.5 cm; Width: 6 cm; Depth: 5 cm.Condition: Good. Even natural patina to the silver. Gilding to the interior well preserved. Minor signs of age and use consistent with the period. No deformations or restorations observed.Provenance: Private collection.
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