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Russian icon of the Ascension of the Lord. Moscow school 19th century

Russian icon of the Ascension of the Lord. Moscow school 19th century

The Russian Orthodox icon Ascension of the Lord is a true masterpiece of Russian Orthodox painting of the 19th century, executed in the best traditions of the Moscow school. The plot of the icon reflects a key moment in Christian history - the Ascension of Jesus Christ, symbolizing his divine ascension and victory over the earthly world. The composition is masterfully divided into two registers filled with deep theological meaning and artistic expressiveness. The upper register depicts the Savior in a shining mandorla, ascended by angels. He sits on the throne of glory, dressed in a himation and a chiton with a characteristic combination of red and green tones, symbolizing his earthly nature and divine greatness. In the lower register, the central place is occupied by the Mother of God - the only static figure, emphasizing her spiritual presence and the inviolability of faith. On either side of it are two angels in white robes, pointing to the sky and telling the disciples the meaning of what is happening. The apostles are captured in a moment of deep thought and emotional shock: among them, one can distinguish the apostle Peter (in a blue chiton with a brown himation) and the apostle Paul (in a green tunic with a red himation). The background of the icon is gilded, which emphasizes its sacred nature. Along the upper edge is the inscription Ascension of the Lord, executed in traditional Church Slavonic cinnabar-colored font. The icon is distinguished by exceptional detailing of the faces and softness of lines, typical of the Moscow school of the 19th century. A rich palette of red, green and blue shades is used. The gilding of the halos and the background gives the icon depth and luminosity, and the finely drawn folds of the clothes emphasize the elegance of the composition. Dimensions Height - 40 cm, width - 44 cm. This image is a unique monument of the Russian icon-painting tradition of the 19th century, combining canonical strictness, the highest level of artistic execution and rare preservation. The icon is distinguished by impeccable coloring, masterful drawing of details and deep spiritual content, making it an outstanding example of Orthodox art of the 19th century.

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Austrian Art Nouveau vase with lions

Austrian Art Nouveau vase with lions

TILED STOVE BY ZELM & BOEHM WITH RELIEF PANEL AFTER KARL BECKER

TILED STOVE BY ZELM & BOEHM WITH RELIEF PANEL AFTER KARL BECKER

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Russian icon of the Pantocrator on a thick cypress board from the mid-19th century.

Russian icon of the Pantocrator on a thick cypress board from the mid-19th century.

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Silver holder for cigarettes

Silver holder for cigarettes

Porcelain plate

Porcelain plate

Kuznetsof ceramic vase

Kuznetsof ceramic vase

Clay figure Girl

Clay figure Girl

Porcelain figure Naked girl with a parrot

Porcelain figure Naked girl with a parrot

Large porcelain bowl with flowers

Large porcelain bowl with flowers

SILVER KOVSH WITH ENAMELS AND GARNETS BY THE FIRM OF PAVEL OVCHINNIKOV RUSSIA, MOSCOW, TURN OF THE 19TH–20TH CENTURIES

SILVER KOVSH WITH ENAMELS AND GARNETS BY THE FIRM OF PAVEL OVCHINNIKOV RUSSIA, MOSCOW, TURN OF THE 19TH–20TH CENTURIES

A silver kovsh produced in the workshops of the firm of Pavel Ovchinnikov, Purveyor to the Imperial Court, at the turn of the 19th–20th centuries.The vessel is of rounded, slightly flattened form with low sides and a clearly defined horizontal rim, fitted with an elongated horizontal handle. The body is reinforced with radial ribs, creating a clear structural rhythm and emphasizing the architectural clarity of the silhouette. A wide decorative band with a geometric carved ornament runs around the body, set with evenly spaced cabochon-cut garnets mounted in closed settings. The deep dark-red tone of the stones contrasts with the cool sheen of the silver, enhancing the jewel-like character of the piece. The interior of the kovsh is fully gilded.The handle is shaped as an elongated spatulate form and decorated with an enamelled cross featuring a hawk in the central medallion — an emblematic motif rooted in heraldic tradition. This symbol lends the object a pronounced ceremonial and status-related character, typical of presentation pieces of the late 19th century.The kovsh represents a characteristic work from the late period of the firm of Pavel Ovchinnikov, combining strict constructive form, decorative enamel and the use of natural gemstones, reflecting the artistic tendencies of Moscow silver workshops at the turn of the century.Marks: Maker’s mark beneath the double-headed eagle, “P. OVCHINNIKOV”; Russian state assay mark for silver “84” with the kokoshnik head; Assay master’s mark “IL” — Ivan Lebedkin, Moscow. The marks correspond to the period 1899–1908.Dimensions: Length 14.5 cm. Height 3.5 cm. Diameter 9 cm.Weight: 145 g.Condition: Good. Even gilding. Enamels and garnets intact. Minor signs of careful use consistent with age.Provenance: Private collection.

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French tea and coffee service in silver plated metal. Paris. Puiforcat.

French tea and coffee service in silver plated metal. Paris. Puiforcat.

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Miniature silver salt cellar with enamel. Øystein Balle, Norway.

Miniature silver salt cellar with enamel. Øystein Balle, Norway.

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Gold pendant with amethysts and cultured pearls

Gold pendant with amethysts and cultured pearls

Old man

Double-sided sketch for the Opera Bohemian

Double-sided sketch for the Opera Bohemian

2 Paintings A man with a shovel and In the mountains (2 pcs)

2 Paintings A man with a shovel and In the mountains (2 pcs)

Rifle

Engraving "Bulls"

Engraving "Bulls"

"Bulls" engraving mounted in a wooden frame. Author`s signature.Internal size 1714 cm

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Porcelain figure Angel

Porcelain figure Angel

Porcelain vase

Porcelain figurine Housekeeper - Girl in a folk costume

Porcelain figurine Housekeeper - Girl in a folk costume

Decorative plate Shell

Decorative plate Shell

Porcelain egg dish Chicken

Porcelain egg dish Chicken

Porcelain vase Landscape with house

Porcelain vase Landscape with house

Art Deco style glass fruit vase.

Art Deco style glass fruit vase.

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Golden pendant with diamonds

Golden pendant with diamonds

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Small Japanese vase Satsuma

Small Japanese vase Satsuma

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Gold ring with diamonds.

Gold ring with diamonds.

Picturesque porcelain layer. Hortense RICHARD (1847-1900) Exorcist.

Picturesque porcelain layer. Hortense RICHARD (1847-1900) Exorcist.

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Twin candelabra Samurai

Twin candelabra Samurai

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Small vase from the Meissen porcelain manufactory.

Small vase from the Meissen porcelain manufactory.

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RARE SILVER EROTIC MUSICAL BOX ITALY, 1930s

RARE SILVER EROTIC MUSICAL BOX ITALY, 1930s

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Writing set "Scotch-terrier"

Writing set "Scotch-terrier"

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Foldable tortoiseshell lorgnette.

Foldable tortoiseshell lorgnette.

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Wooden console with carved cupids.

Wooden console with carved cupids.

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Advertising poster Phonograph Co.. Frères.

Advertising poster Phonograph Co.. Frères.

LARGE SILVER KOVSH IN THE RUSSIAN STYLE WITH CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL RUSSIA, MOSCOW, EARLY 20TH CENTURY

LARGE SILVER KOVSH IN THE RUSSIAN STYLE WITH CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL RUSSIA, MOSCOW, EARLY 20TH CENTURY

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Silver serving set. 19-20th centuries. Germany.

Silver serving set. 19-20th centuries. Germany.

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Painted porcelain vase

Painted porcelain vase

Engraving Siege of Ochakov 1788.

Engraving Siege of Ochakov 1788.

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Four-piece set, Gardner Porcelain Factory.

Four-piece set, Gardner Porcelain Factory.

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Snake Tamer. Sitzendorf.

Snake Tamer. Sitzendorf.

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Antique display case

Antique display case

GOLD SNUFF BOX WITH ENAMEL MINIATURE AND PEARLS FRANCE, CIRCA 1795

GOLD SNUFF BOX WITH ENAMEL MINIATURE AND PEARLS FRANCE, CIRCA 1795

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Table lamp with porcelain.

Table lamp with porcelain.

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Personal notepad.France, third quarter of the 19th century.

Personal notepad.France, third quarter of the 19th century.

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