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RARE SILVER EROTIC MUSICAL BOX ITALY, 1930s
RARE SILVER EROTIC MUSICAL BOX ITALY, 1930s
An elegant silver musical box with an automatic mechanism, combining the functions of a cigarette case and a mechanical miniature scene. The rectangular case is crafted in 800 standard silver, featuring fine guilloché decoration and an ornamental border along the edges of the lid and body. The upper section opens to form a gilded cigarette tray, beneath which the musical mechanism is concealed.The interior is richly gilded and decorated with a relief composition depicting a pastoral landscape with architectural motifs and decorative elements inspired by Neorococo aesthetics. At the centre is a movable figurative scene showing a couple dressed in 18th century costumes, executed in polychrome metal against a dark contrasting ground. When the mechanism is wound, the scene animates to musical accompaniment, creating the effect of a theatrical miniature and emphasising the playful, gallant character of the object.The high artistic quality, mechanical complexity and the rarity of erotic subject matter in silver musical boxes make this piece an exceptional example of decorative and applied arts of the first half of the 20th century. A probable attribution points to the Italian silversmithing tradition of Sicily, with a possible connection to the circle of Palermo workshops specialising in refined interior accessories and objects of private use.Hallmarks: Italian assay mark “800”. Maker’s mark not identified, possibly lost or concealed beneath structural elements.Dimensions:Height: 3.2 cmWidth: 9.2 cmLength: 5.7 cmMaterial: 800 standard silver, gilding, mechanical musical movement, mixed metal elements.Condition: Good. Overall well preserved considering age. Minor signs of wear and superficial scratches. Gilding to the interior preserved. Mechanism in working order.Provenance: Private collection.
Begins 03.05.2026
SILVER THRONE-SHAPED SALT CELLAR WITH NIELLO MOSCOW, 1864
SILVER THRONE-SHAPED SALT CELLAR WITH NIELLO MOSCOW, 1864
Begins 02.05.2026 12:00:00
SILVER THRONE-FORM SALT CELLAR WITH NIELLO AND THE PROVERB “WITHOUT SALT AND BREAD, HALF THE MEAL” MOSCOW, 1866
SILVER THRONE-FORM SALT CELLAR WITH NIELLO AND THE PROVERB “WITHOUT SALT AND BREAD, HALF THE MEAL” MOSCOW, 1866
Begins 02.05.2026 12:00:00
A. Lanin. Buffoon. Monotype. 1965.
A. Lanin. Buffoon. Monotype. 1965.
1405 USD
SILVER-GILT SALT THRONE, IVAN KHLEBNIKOV FIRM, MOSCOW, 1875
SILVER-GILT SALT THRONE, IVAN KHLEBNIKOV FIRM, MOSCOW, 1875
Begins 02.05.2026 12:00:00
TEA AND COFFEE SET BY P. OVCHINNIKOV MOSCOW, LATE 19TH CENTURY
TEA AND COFFEE SET BY P. OVCHINNIKOV MOSCOW, LATE 19TH CENTURY
Begins 02.05.2026 12:00:00
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
Begins 03.05.2026 10:00:00
Painting School of Hate. Igor Corti. 1971
Painting School of Hate. Igor Corti. 1971
1580 USD
Igor Corti. In Crimea. 1970 g.
Igor Corti. In Crimea. 1970 g.
1346 USD
I. Ryazhsky. Still life with a mug and flowers.
I. Ryazhsky. Still life with a mug and flowers.
878 USD
Mantel clock in Louis XV style
Mantel clock in Louis XV style
Mantel clock in gilded bronze in Louis XV style, richly decorated with decorative elements with figures of playing Putti. Full of playful charm and lovely carelessness, the stylized tree trunk is complemented by crown and rocaille waves. Decorated with vine garlands and a whirlwind of root currencies and base vignettes, the plot revolves around carefree Putti playing with a kid that represents Bacchus. The clock keeps track of the time of happiness, instilling seriousness and sustainability in joy with this large trunk of the tree of life.Manufactory stamp: Guiche Palais Royal 147.The watch is in working condition, a complete revision of the mechanism has been carried out.
Begins 03.05.2026
Painting At the Fountain.
Painting At the Fountain.
820 USD
Landscape Haystacks. Raimonds Auniņš (1907-1960).
Landscape Haystacks. Raimonds Auniņš (1907-1960).
539 USD
TAHAN Carriage Bar in Napoleon III Style. 19th Century.
TAHAN Carriage Bar in Napoleon III Style. 19th Century.
Begins 03.05.2026 10:00:00
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
Begins 03.05.2026 10:00:00
KOSHARY. PAVEL KUZNETSOV (1878 - 1968) RUSSIA, 1912
KOSHARY. PAVEL KUZNETSOV (1878 - 1968) RUSSIA, 1912
Begins 02.05.2026 12:00:00
RUSSIAN BEAUTY. T.M. MATVEEV. RUSSIA, LATE 19TH CENTURY
RUSSIAN BEAUTY. T.M. MATVEEV. RUSSIA, LATE 19TH CENTURY
Begins 02.05.2026 12:00:00
RUSSIAN SILVER SPOON WITH A PAINTED ENAMEL COMPOSITION “TROIKA”. WORKSHOP OF VASILY IVANOVICH KANGIN RUSSIA, SAINT PETERSBURG, 1899-1908
RUSSIAN SILVER SPOON WITH A PAINTED ENAMEL COMPOSITION “TROIKA”. WORKSHOP OF VASILY IVANOVICH KANGIN RUSSIA, SAINT PETERSBURG, 1899-1908
Begins 02.05.2026 12:00:00
Golden powder box. Violettes Paris. Around 1860.
Golden powder box. Violettes Paris. Around 1860.
Round gold enamel powder box Violettes Paris circa 1860. On a noble, dark brown background with a golden net and antique grotesques, the lid depicts a preening nymph with a cupid adorning her hair. The vignette at the base depicts a flirtatious scene, apparently with the same cherub, dove and basket of flowers, again in pursuit of the escaping mistress. Labeled: Violettes Paris. On the inside of the rim there is a memorial date: April 18, 1880. Parisian gold hallmarks from 1838, corresponding to 750 standard, are on the bottom of the powder compact. Inside the lid there is an original mirror. Height: 3cm. length-5cm. Weight:73.94g
Begins 03.05.2026
PORCELAIN GARNITURE. MANUFACTURE NATIONALE DE SÈVRES FRANCE, 1819
PORCELAIN GARNITURE. MANUFACTURE NATIONALE DE SÈVRES FRANCE, 1819
Begins 03.05.2026 10:00:00
A magnificent icon of the Feasts with an annual menaion and a two-row cycle of Mother of God icons. Russia.19th century.
A magnificent icon of the Feasts with an annual menaion and a two-row cycle of Mother of God icons. Russia.19th century.
Begins 02.05.2026 12:00:00
Large, copper-cast icon of the Smolensk Mother of God, with five enamels, in an icon case. Russia. 19th century.
Large, copper-cast icon of the Smolensk Mother of God, with five enamels, in an icon case. Russia. 19th century.
Begins 02.05.2026 12:00:00
Molded shelf with angels
Molded shelf with angels
Begins 03.05.2026 10:00:00
Music box. I.Ch.Detmering Hamburg. 19th century.
Music box. I.Ch.Detmering Hamburg. 19th century.
Begins 03.05.2026 10:00:00
Gold ring with tanzanite and diamonds.
Gold ring with tanzanite and diamonds.
28670 USD
Porcelain slab Love Game, KPM Berlin, circa 1830
Porcelain slab Love Game, KPM Berlin, circa 1830
Begins 03.05.2026 10:00:00
Wine Tasting Cup/ Tastevin
Wine Tasting Cup/ Tastevin
Begins 03.05.2026 10:00:00
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