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Vase Golden ruby with gold ornament. Imperial Glass Factory, Russia, 1830-1840s

Vase Golden ruby with gold ornament. Imperial Glass Factory, Russia, 1830-1840s

A rare and exquisite example of Russian glassmaking from the era of Nicholas I, created by the masters of the Imperial Glass Factory. The vase is made of transparent colorless glass with an internal golden ruby color, achieving the depth of color due to the unique technology of coloring the glass mass with gold nanoparticles. The composition of the decor is verified to perfection: the body is decorated with painting in pure gold, executed with filigree precision. The central decoration is a medallion with an image of a basket filled with flowers and berries, enclosed in a frame of stylized laurel branches. This motif, symbolizing fertility and abundance, is complemented by thin plant garlands falling along the edges. The upper edge is decorated with a wide gold border, giving the item solemnity and nobility. Particular attention should be paid to the faceted base, emphasizing the play of light in the depths of the glass and enhancing the effect of precious radiance. Decorative elements on the base are accented with gilded inserts, emphasizing the exquisite plasticity of the form. Dimensions: Height: 12.7 cm. Diameter: 8.5 cm. Condition: In excellent condition, minimal signs of time. Gilding is in excellent condition, without losses.Historical background: Golden Ruby The technique of creating ruby glass goes back centuries, dating back to the late antique period. However, it was only in the 17th century that the German alchemist Johann Kunkel managed to develop a scientifically sound recipe that made it possible to consistently obtain a rich blood-red shade of glass. In Russia, the first to master the technology of coloring glass mass with gold nanoparticles was the great scientist Mikhail Lomonosov, thereby laying the foundations for the domestic production of ruby glass. By the beginning of the 19th century, the Imperial Glass Factory had reached the highest level of skill in working with this rare and complex technique. Fine ruby glass items decorated with gilded painting were considered objects of the highest prestige. They adorned the state rooms of imperial residences, becoming the embodiment of impeccable taste, refined style and outstanding artistic value.

Ciwara Bambara headdress in carved wood and basketry, Mali, Early 20th century

Ciwara Bambara headdress in carved wood and basketry, Mali, Early 20th century

Porcelain painting of Madame Vigée Le Brun and her daughter, 19th century

Porcelain painting of Madame Vigée Le Brun and her daughter, 19th century

Hunting scene, 18th century, Oil on canvas

Hunting scene, 18th century, Oil on canvas

Painted Meissen vase with gold cartouches and cobalt.

Painted Meissen vase with gold cartouches and cobalt.

Original serving table in the Bauhaus style. 1920s

Original serving table in the Bauhaus style. 1920s

Drum. Model from 1853.

Drum. Model from 1853.

19th Century Pair of Venetian Giltwood Sconces with Engraved Glass Background

19th Century Pair of Venetian Giltwood Sconces with Engraved Glass Background

20th Century Green and Orange Horse Sculpture in Blown Murano Glass from Venice

20th Century Green and Orange Horse Sculpture in Blown Murano Glass from Venice

Large Art Deco Column Stand In Amboyna Burl, 1940

Large Art Deco Column Stand In Amboyna Burl, 1940

Icon Selected Holidays. Palekh. XIX century.

Icon Selected Holidays. Palekh. XIX century.

Icon 12 principal Christian feastIn the central part of the icon is the Introduction to the Church of Our Lady of Sorrows and Virgin Mary. In the center of the icon is the three-year-old Virgin Mary, who was brought to the temple by Her parents - Joachim and Anna. For a long time they were childless and took a vow: if the Lord gives them parental happiness, then they will devote the Infant to God. It was a sacrifice - to give their only, long-awaited child. The icon shows the fulfillment of a promise: Joachim and Anna bring little Mary to the temple, where the Jerusalem priest meets the family. According to Church Tradition, he was the righteous Zacharias, the future father of John the Baptist, therefore, on the icon, his head is surrounded by a halo. Behind the priest is the Holy Gates of Saints (a special place in the Jerusalem temple), where the main shrines of the Jewish people were stored in the ark.In the upper part is the icon of the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary.In the lower part of the Icon Assumption of the Blessed Virgin MaryIn the circle of the central part of the icon of saints: Tatiana, Sandra, Anna, Paul, Catherine, Mary Magdalene.Material: wood, gesso, tempera, Palekh, XIX century

19th century non-combustible cast-iron travel strongbox by Bauche-Fichet, France

19th century non-combustible cast-iron travel strongbox by Bauche-Fichet, France

Jacques Lavigne, Sans titre, papier déchiré et acrylique sur toile, 2003

Jacques Lavigne, Sans titre, papier déchiré et acrylique sur toile, 2003

Collection of Kriss Handles, Java, Indonesia, Late 18th Early 19th Century

Collection of Kriss Handles, Java, Indonesia, Late 18th Early 19th Century

SILVER VASE MITSUMURA WITH CHRYSANTHEMUM ENGRAVING. JAPAN, 20TH CENTURY

SILVER VASE MITSUMURA WITH CHRYSANTHEMUM ENGRAVING. JAPAN, 20TH CENTURY

Silver serving set: fork and knife in their own case. Riga 1908-1917.

Silver serving set: fork and knife in their own case. Riga 1908-1917.

Russian porcelain saucer from private factories of the 1820s. Persan (Persian).

Russian porcelain saucer from private factories of the 1820s. Persan (Persian).

19th Century Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions in Red and Gold Lacquer

19th Century Pair of Chinese Guardian Lions in Red and Gold Lacquer

Chandelier with 15 candles in Louis XVI style. Sevres.

Chandelier with 15 candles in Louis XVI style. Sevres.

Chandelier for 15 candles, made in the Louis XVI style, decorated with gilded relief decoration in the form of foliage and figures of winged caryatids. The porcelain elements feature images of playing Putti and flowers. Presumably Sevres manufactory. Diameter 60 cm. Signed on porcelain GL.

18th Century Commode from the Louis XIV Regency Period

18th Century Commode from the Louis XIV Regency Period

Art Deco Wrought Iron Chandelier with Six Arms, 1940

Art Deco Wrought Iron Chandelier with Six Arms, 1940

Rare 19th Century Folding Chair in Gilt Wood, Napoleon III Period

Rare 19th Century Folding Chair in Gilt Wood, Napoleon III Period

Large Still Life with Fish Oil-on-Canvas in Gilded Frame, 152cm x 112cm

Large Still Life with Fish Oil-on-Canvas in Gilded Frame, 152cm x 112cm

19th Century Statue of a Greyhound in Bronze, in the Style of Pierre-Jules Mêne

19th Century Statue of a Greyhound in Bronze, in the Style of Pierre-Jules Mêne

Vase Hutschenreuther Kohenberg. Germany. 1914-1934.

Vase Hutschenreuther Kohenberg. Germany. 1914-1934.

Porcelain Bolonka based on Kuznetsovs model.

Porcelain Bolonka based on Kuznetsovs model.

Silver tea and coffee service in Art Deco style.

Silver tea and coffee service in Art Deco style.

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Gold ring with diamonds.

Gold ring with diamonds.

Sevre style earthenware decorative dish

Sevre style earthenware decorative dish

Gold chain of anchor weave for pocket watches, with two carabines. Latvia. 1920-30s.

Gold chain of anchor weave for pocket watches, with two carabines. Latvia. 1920-30s.

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

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

Engraving "Bulls"

Engraving "Bulls"

Chinese dish from the Gardner factory.

Chinese dish from the Gardner factory.

Fruit vase, France. Around 1900

Fruit vase, France. Around 1900

Colored crystal fruit bowl with silver finish

Colored crystal fruit bowl with silver finish

Double-sided gold pendant with a portrait miniature.

Double-sided gold pendant with a portrait miniature.

Testovine Marc Parrod, Dijon.

Testovine Marc Parrod, Dijon.

A. Zardinsh. In the gardens of Semiramis.

A. Zardinsh. In the gardens of Semiramis.

French bonbonniere with silver lid. Louis Coignet.

French bonbonniere with silver lid. Louis Coignet.

Molded shelf with angels

Molded shelf with angels

Rococo showcase. Gallant age.

Rococo showcase. Gallant age.

Umbrella stand. Europe, early 20th century.

Umbrella stand. Europe, early 20th century.

Watercolor "Riga bridge” A.Neberekutin

Watercolor "Riga bridge” A.Neberekutin

Painting Still life with a jug. Konstantin Ronchevsky.

Painting Still life with a jug. Konstantin Ronchevsky.

Kvasnik mug. Poland, Russia 19th century

Kvasnik mug. Poland, Russia 19th century

Russian silver snuffbox with gold decor. Mid 19th century.

Russian silver snuffbox with gold decor. Mid 19th century.

Ashtray Monkey. Kuznetsov factory. 19th century.

Ashtray Monkey. Kuznetsov factory. 19th century.