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SILVER SALT THRONE WITH OPENWORK BACK RUSSIA, LATE 19TH CENTURY

SILVER SALT THRONE WITH OPENWORK BACK RUSSIA, LATE 19TH CENTURY

A rare silver salt cellar in the form of a throne, with a tall, intricately pierced back executed in chisel technique. The composition combines geometric and vegetal motifs characteristic of the Moscow Neo-Russian style of the late 19th century. The upper part of the back is decorated with a complex openwork pattern centered around a solar emblem, symbolizing prosperity and well-being. The trapezoidal body features profiled edges and a geometric border. The interior is richly gilt, giving the piece a festive appearance while protecting the silver from salt corrosion.Hallmarks: Maker’s mark “МР”; assay mark “84” with Moscow city emblem, corresponding to the 84 silver standard.Dimensions: Height: 8.5 cm. Width: 7.5 cm.Weight: 75.4 g.Condition: Good. Minor surface wear and light patina, partial loss of gilding. No deformations or restorations.Provenance: Private European collection.

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18th-Century Seascape Painting in the Style of Claude-Joseph Vernet

18th-Century Seascape Painting in the Style of Claude-Joseph Vernet

17th Century Grisaille of a Dutch Pastoral Scene

17th Century Grisaille of a Dutch Pastoral Scene

19th Century Pair of Large Cassolettes with Mascarons in Violet Breccia Marble

19th Century Pair of Large Cassolettes with Mascarons in Violet Breccia Marble

Rare Italian Space Age Floor Lamp with Floating Light Modules, 1970s

Rare Italian Space Age Floor Lamp with Floating Light Modules, 1970s

19th Century Set of 6 Chairs from the Krieger House, Paris

19th Century Set of 6 Chairs from the Krieger House, Paris

19th Century Pair of Cassolettes in Marble and Gilt Bronze

19th Century Pair of Cassolettes in Marble and Gilt Bronze

Reupholstered Napoleon III Bergere Chair, 19th Century

Reupholstered Napoleon III Bergere Chair, 19th Century

Sybille with turban and fruit bowl, Oil on canvas, 19th century

Sybille with turban and fruit bowl, Oil on canvas, 19th century

Large still life painting, Italian School, oil on canvas, 18th century

Large still life painting, Italian School, oil on canvas, 18th century

SILVER SALT THRONE WITH PROVERB. MASTER S. M. IKONNIKOV RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1880

SILVER SALT THRONE WITH PROVERB. MASTER S. M. IKONNIKOV RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1880

An expressive example of Russian silverware from the second half of the 19th century, executed in the form of a ceremonial throne with a high sculptural back and a hinged lid. The salt throne derives from ancient Russian dining traditions, where salt occupied a position of honor at the table as a symbol of prosperity, hospitality, and domestic well-being. The composition is architecturally conceived, featuring a stepped base, a pronounced pedestal, and a richly articulated ornamental program.The decoration is executed in fine engraved technique and incorporates geometric bands, stylized vegetal motifs, and elements characteristic of the Pan-Slavic Revival. The sides of the backrest are adorned with fantastical birds rendered in a Neo-Russian ornamental idiom. The central field of the back is organized as an architectural portal with symbolic motifs referencing Old Russian decorative vocabulary. The interior of the salt compartment is fully gilded, emphasizing the ceremonial nature of the object.The inner surface of the hinged lid bears an engraved proverb:“Without salt and bread, a meal is only half complete,”highlighting the philosophical and folkloric significance of the piece and its connection to traditional customs and domestic rituals.Marks:Maker’s mark “СИ” in a square - S. M. Ikonnikov, Moscow silversmith; Assayer’s mark with initials “A.A” above the date “1880” - Anatoly Apollonovich Artsybashev, Moscow assayer; Silver standard mark “84”; Moscow city mark depicting Saint George slaying the dragon.Dimensions: Height 10.5 cm; width 8.5 cm; depth 6 cm.Weight: 160 g.Condition: Good condition. Silver with natural patina. Gilding to the interior well preserved. Minor signs of age and careful use consistent with the period.Provenance: Private European collection.

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19th Century Bust of an Aristocrat in Marble by Joseph Vallet (1841-1920)

19th Century Bust of an Aristocrat in Marble by Joseph Vallet (1841-1920)

18th Century Pair of Louis XV Rococo Style Italian Sconces in Gilded Wood

18th Century Pair of Louis XV Rococo Style Italian Sconces in Gilded Wood

Pair of Gilt Bronze Candlesticks from the Bourbon Restoration Period

Pair of Gilt Bronze Candlesticks from the Bourbon Restoration Period

Myst-RZ, Moonlight bathing, signed and numeroted 310, 2024

Myst-RZ, Moonlight bathing, signed and numeroted 310, 2024

Davenport mid-Victorian burr walnut and marquetry desk, 19th century, circa 1860

Davenport mid-Victorian burr walnut and marquetry desk, 19th century, circa 1860

Modern Executive Desk by Alberto Rosselli and Gio Ponti for Arflex, 20th Century

Modern Executive Desk by Alberto Rosselli and Gio Ponti for Arflex, 20th Century

Pair of Louis XV style Gilt Armchairs with Surrealist Iconography Upholstery

Pair of Louis XV style Gilt Armchairs with Surrealist Iconography Upholstery

SILVER SALT CELLAR “CHAIR”, SERGEY IVANOVICH AGAFONOV MOSCOW, 1890

SILVER SALT CELLAR “CHAIR”, SERGEY IVANOVICH AGAFONOV MOSCOW, 1890

A rare silver salt cellar in the form of a miniature chair, executed in the Moscow workshop of Sergey Ivanovich Agafonov in 1890, represents a striking example of Russian decorative silver of the Late Historicism period. The composition is conceived as a stylised chair with a high shaped back, a hinged front panel, and a rectangular compartment for salt. This transformation of a utilitarian object into a miniature architectural form lends the piece a strong decorative and symbolic character.Particular expressiveness is achieved through the ornamental program inspired by traditional Russian wooden architecture. The backrest is designed as the façade of a peasant house with a gabled roof, pierced windows, and carved decoration reminiscent of window frames and gables of Northern Russian dwellings. The hinged lid is adorned with a medallion depicting a rooster, one of the traditional motifs of folk art, while the inner side bears the engraved proverb: “Without salt and bread, half the meal is gone.” This synthesis of folk wisdom, symbolic imagery, and refined miniature craftsmanship makes the object highly characteristic of Moscow silver of the late 19th century.The form is well-balanced and sculpturally coherent. The lower part of the body is decorated with engraved geometric bands, enhancing the resemblance to carved wooden prototypes. The interior is gilded, in accordance with both the aesthetic preferences of the time and the practical function of the object.Marks: Maker’s mark “S.A.” – Sergey Ivanovich Agafonov, Moscow, active 1870–1897; Assay mark “L.O.” over a line with date “1890” – Olex Lev Fyodorovich, Moscow, 1890; State assay mark “84”; Moscow city mark depicting St George slaying the dragon.Dimensions: Height: 10 cm; Width: 8 cm; Depth: 5.5 cm.Weight: 120 g.Condition: Good. Minor traces of use, light surface scratches, and slight wear to the gilding. No deformations or losses. Fully functional.

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Dining Set with Glass-Top Table and Four Chairs by Vittorio Dassi

Dining Set with Glass-Top Table and Four Chairs by Vittorio Dassi

French Renaissance Revival Carved Oak Buffet à Deux Corps, 19 Century

French Renaissance Revival Carved Oak Buffet à Deux Corps, 19 Century

Pair of Lounge Chairs, Ico Parisi for Ariberto Colombo, 20th Century

Pair of Lounge Chairs, Ico Parisi for Ariberto Colombo, 20th Century

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Folding Dining Table for Cassina, Model 778, 20th Century

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Folding Dining Table for Cassina, Model 778, 20th Century

Paris Porcelain centerpiece with putti, 19th Century

Paris Porcelain centerpiece with putti, 19th Century

Set of Vico Magistretti Lounge Chairs for Cassina Model 896, Italy, 1960s

Set of Vico Magistretti Lounge Chairs for Cassina Model 896, Italy, 1960s

Set of Two Hand-Pair of Italian Renaissance Style Platters by N. Tapolini, 1970s

Set of Two Hand-Pair of Italian Renaissance Style Platters by N. Tapolini, 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Lucite Coffee Table by Alessandro Albrizzi, 1970

Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Lucite Coffee Table by Alessandro Albrizzi, 1970

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PAIR OF DUELLING PISTOLS BY JACQUES BERTRAND RUSSIA, ST PETERSBURG, MID-19th CENTURY

PAIR OF DUELLING PISTOLS BY JACQUES BERTRAND RUSSIA, ST PETERSBURG, MID-19th CENTURY

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Wine Tasting Cup/ Tastevin

Wine Tasting Cup/ Tastevin

Gold ring with diamonds.

Gold ring with diamonds.

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

Table lamp with porcelain.

Table lamp with porcelain.

Autumn landscape

Autumn landscape

Pair of fireplace heating elements. France 19th century.

Pair of fireplace heating elements. France 19th century.

Gilded wood frame.

Gilded wood frame.

On the river bank

On the river bank

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

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

Ruby Zoisite Ganesha Statuette

Ruby Zoisite Ganesha Statuette

Gilded two-baguette picture frame

Gilded two-baguette picture frame

Silver Ruble 1877. Russia - Alexander II.

Silver Ruble 1877. Russia - Alexander II.

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Painting "City landscape" Timergaleev

Painting "City landscape" Timergaleev

Russian paperweight Bear.

Russian paperweight Bear.

SILVER PHOTO FRAME WITH POLYCHROME CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL. ANTIP KUZMICHEV FACTORY RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1899–1908

SILVER PHOTO FRAME WITH POLYCHROME CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL. ANTIP KUZMICHEV FACTORY RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1899–1908

Engraving Siege of Ochakov 1788.

Engraving Siege of Ochakov 1788.

Two Sitzendorf Parrots.

Two Sitzendorf Parrots.