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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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French silver tea set, for 12 persons, in the original box Boulle. Frontier of the 19th and 20th centuries.
French silver tea set, for 12 persons, in the original box Boulle. Frontier of the 19th and 20th centuries.
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Russian icon of the Holy Martyr Antonina, turn of the 19th-20th centuries.
Russian icon of the Holy Martyr Antonina, turn of the 19th-20th centuries.
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Interior, Johannes Harders (German, 1871-1950)
Interior, Johannes Harders (German, 1871-1950)
2230 EUR
Noble Woman Portrait by Benjamin A. Strasser (Austrian, 1888-1955)
Noble Woman Portrait by Benjamin A. Strasser (Austrian, 1888-1955)
2670 EUR
Norwegian Fjord View Johannes Harders (German, 1871-1950)
Norwegian Fjord View Johannes Harders (German, 1871-1950)
5120 EUR
Porcelain decorative bowl Birch log in the form of dwarves
Porcelain decorative bowl Birch log in the form of dwarves
450 EUR
Kuznetsov clay flower pot
Kuznetsov clay flower pot
390 EUR
Porcelain vases (2 pieces)
Porcelain vases (2 pieces)
340 EUR
Set of three decorative shells by Buccellati. Italy, 20th century.
Set of three decorative shells by Buccellati. Italy, 20th century.
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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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Set of 6 silver, gilded teaspoons in the original Boulle box. France. Turn of the 19th and 20th centuries.
Set of 6 silver, gilded teaspoons in the original Boulle box. France. Turn of the 19th and 20th centuries.
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Small candlestick from the Meissen porcelain manufactory.
Small candlestick from the Meissen porcelain manufactory.
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Norwegian Landscape by Sigurd Fosnes (Norwegian, 1877-1943)
Norwegian Landscape by Sigurd Fosnes (Norwegian, 1877-1943)
1000 EUR
Painted porcelain plate
Painted porcelain plate
490 EUR
Porcelain figurine ``Folkdancer&39;&39;
Porcelain figurine ``Folkdancer&39;&39;
490 EUR
German Schwarzbuger porcelain figurine Leopard
German Schwarzbuger porcelain figurine Leopard
1270 EUR
Handpainted plate
Handpainted plate
360 EUR
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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Ceramic deep plate
Ceramic deep plate
370 EUR
Meissen vase.
Meissen vase.
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Porcelain figurine allegory Spring. Meissen.
Porcelain figurine allegory Spring. Meissen.
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Imperial Porcelain Factory Teapot
Imperial Porcelain Factory Teapot
1070 EUR
Porcelain mustard utensil Duck
Porcelain mustard utensil Duck
350 EUR
Ceramic figure Bull
Ceramic figure Bull
600 EUR
Mind porcelain vase
Mind porcelain vase
1540 EUR
Silver coffe pot with bone handle
Silver coffe pot with bone handle
1740 EUR
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