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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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Bronze figure Russian dancer. Paul PHILIPPE 1920

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Travel bar in Boulle style Napoleon III period, 19th century.

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SILVER CABINET FIGURE OF ELISABETH OF BURGUNDY, KURZ J. & CO GERMANY, HANAU, TURN OF THE 19TH AND 20TH CENTURIES

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SILVER CABINET FIGURE OF A KNIGHT GERMANY, HANAU, EFES, TURN OF THE 19TH - 20TH CENTURIES

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SILVER TOBACCO BOX WITH ENAMEL DECORATION CHINA, EARLY 20TH CENTURY

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GOLD CIGARETTE CASE BY THE FIRM E. BURKHARD RUSSIA, SAINT PETERSBURG, EARLY 20TH CENTURY

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GOLD MATCH SAFE WITH GUILLOCHÉ DECORATION, 56 ZOLOTNIK STANDARD RUSSIA, LATE 19TH – EARLY 20TH CENTURY

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SILVER CHAMPAGNE COOLER WITH DRAGON HANDLES. EUROPE, LATE 19TH - EARLY 20TH CENTURY

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SILVER FIGURE OF HARLEQUIN GERMANY, HANAU, LATE 19TH CENTURY

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PAIR OF SILVER SALT CELLARS IN THE FORM OF THRONES RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1869

A pair of silver salt cellars fashioned as miniature thrones represents a characteristic example of Russian decorative silver of the second half of the nineteenth century. The architectural composition is conceived as a reduced ceremonial furniture form in which the utilitarian function is combined with a decorative and symbolic concept.The bodies are set on stepped bases with shaped plinths decorated with engraved vegetal ornament. The salt cellars feature similar decorative engraving, executed with a burin, with slight variations between them. The sides are embellished with fine linear engraving of floral motifs and ornamental bands, forming a clear ornamental structure and emphasizing the architectural plasticity of the form.The backs are designed as decorative panels with openwork cut-outs and central circular medallions with vegetal ornament. On the reverse of each salt cellar is an engraved medallion depicting a rooster.The seat is made as a hinged lid on which the proverb “Without salt and bread, half the dinner is lost” is engraved within an ornamental frame. The interior surfaces of the salt cellars are gilded.Salt cellars in the form of miniature thrones became popular in Russian silver of the nineteenth century as decorative elements of festive table settings. They symbolized the place of honor at the table and reflected the traditions of Russian hospitality, while also serving as elegant ornaments of the ceremonial table.Marks: Moscow assay mark with the image of St. George slaying the dragon; date “1869”; silver standard “84”; maker’s mark “AR” – Alexei Romanov, a Moscow silversmith active in the second half of the nineteenth century.Dimensions: Height: 8 cm; width: 6 cm.Weight: Approx. 78 g each; total weight: 157 g.Condition: Good. Minor traces of age and use, without deformations.

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SILVER CABINET FIGURE OF A KNIGHT. J. KURZ & CO. GERMANY, HANAU, TURN OF THE 19TH - 20TH CENTURIES

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SILVER CABINET FIGURE OF A KNIGHT GERMANY, HANAU, LATE 19TH - EARLY 20TH CENTURY

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White gold ring with diamonds and enamel in Art Deco style. 20th century.

4096 USD

Art Deco style ring in 900 platinum with diamonds and sapphires.

4096 USD

Gold ring with sapphire and diamonds.

7899 USD

Spiral-shaped gold ring with sapphires and diamonds.

3862 USD

Lotus earrings, white gold with diamonds, in the form of blossoming lotus flowers.

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A Napoleon III-style carriage bar in marquetry. 19th century.

A magnificent, travel, folding, three-door liqueur bar with brass and precious wood inlay, crafted in the Napoleon III style. A wonderful addition to a man&39;s study or for leisurely conversation. A removable gilded insert holds four gold-decorated beverage bottles and eight shot glasses. Dimensions when closed: Height 28 cm, width 32 cm, depth 24 cm. Completely professionally restored.

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VODKA EASTER SET IN THE FORM OF AN EGG, RUSSIA, 20TH CENTURY

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Gold 18K ring with sapphire and diamonds.

3511 USD

Cocktail gold ring 18K, Pomellato Tango Smoky Quartz Diamond.

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Janis Kalnmalis. Lilac. 2011.

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White gold 18 К earrings with diamonds.

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

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18k gold ring with diamonds and natural sapphire.

3453 USD

Ring in 18K white gold with tanzanite, cabochon cut, and loose diamonds.

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The White Villa

9362 USD

Ivory box with mother-of-pearl inlay.

Antique Russian box Kissing Rite.

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Landscape by the lake

679 USD

Cup holder Openwork flowers. USSR 20th century.

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Engraving "Bulls"

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Janis Kalnmalis. Lilac. 2011.

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Chinese dish from the Gardner factory.

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Picture frame. 19th century.

Antique Display table

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Art Nouveau wardrobe

1311 USD

Still Life With Flowers, Signed Aurelia Riolso De Mortimer, Oil On Canvas, 1887

1826 USD

Morning by the sea

504 USD

Girl with a lute. 19th century.

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Salt cellars with spoons.

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