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RUSSIAN ART NOUVEAU KOVSH WITH CLOISONNÉ ENAMELS. FYODOR RUCKERT RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1908–1917

RUSSIAN ART NOUVEAU KOVSH WITH CLOISONNÉ ENAMELS. FYODOR RUCKERT RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1908–1917

A museum-quality silver kovsh created in the workshop of Fyodor Ivanovich Ruckert, one of the most distinguished masters of the Moscow school of cloisonné enamel and the leading enameller for the firm of Carl Fabergé. While rooted in the traditional form of Russian ceremonial drinking vessels, the kovsh is here transformed into a refined work of decorative art, transcending its utilitarian origins. The cylindrical body with a softly profiled, undulating rim and a transverse heart-shaped handle forms a balanced and harmoniously proportioned silhouette.The entire exterior surface of the body and the upper plane of the handle are covered with finely executed cloisonné enamels, demonstrating an exceptional command of line and colour. The ornamental programme reflects Ruckert’s mature synthesis of geometric and vegetal motifs. A deep brown enamel ground, characteristic of the master’s oeuvre, provides a rich backdrop for vivid blue triangles, lozenges and lattice bands, complemented by stylised floral motifs in pink and light blue with turquoise accents.The composition is organised in rhythmically structured ornamental zones that emphasise the rounded form and create a sense of internal movement. The front and reverse are accentuated with geometric spirals, lozenges and triangular forms, interpretable as symbols of water, solar imagery and Northern ornamental traditions. Particularly striking are the applied silver elements in the form of droplets, crosses and grilles, which add depth, relief and a subtle play of light, enhancing the poetic association with the Russian North that is central to the aesthetics of Russian Art Nouveau.The interior is fully gilt, underscoring the ceremonial nature of the piece and confirming its status as a work of high artistic silver, intended primarily for representational and symbolic use.Marks: Maker’s mark with Cyrillic initials “FR” in a square punch – Fyodor Ivanovich Ruckert; Moscow assay mark with silver standard “88” and a female head facing right within an oval cartouche; Moscow city mark of the period 1908–1917.Dimensions: Height – 4.5 cm; diameter – 5 cm.Weight: 83 g.Condition: Good. Cloisonné enamels are vibrant and intact, without visible losses or chips. Minor signs of age and use consistent with the period. The interior gilding is evenly preserved.Provenance: Sotheby’s auction.

JACOB PETIT PERFUME FLACON FRANCE, MID-19TH CENTURY

JACOB PETIT PERFUME FLACON FRANCE, MID-19TH CENTURY

Rococo mirror.

STATE PORTRAIT OF EMPEROR ALEXANDER I RUSSIA, FIRST HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

STATE PORTRAIT OF EMPEROR ALEXANDER I RUSSIA, FIRST HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

Tea caddy. Meissen.

Tea caddy. Meissen.

Old Riga - Flea Market

Old Riga - Flea Market

Elegant platinum ring with diamonds and sapphires.

Elegant platinum ring with diamonds and sapphires.

Polyphon. Disc music box walnut late 19th century.

Polyphon. Disc music box walnut late 19th century.

Painted Viennese bronze Tiger.

Painted Viennese bronze Tiger.

Circus Dog

LOUIS XV STYLE WRITING DESK FRANCE, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

LOUIS XV STYLE WRITING DESK FRANCE, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

An elegant double-sided writing desk in finely inlaid wood with rich gilt-bronze mounts, executed in the Louis XV style. The harmonious interplay of sinuous contours and architectural clarity creates a rare balance between representative grandeur and intimate refinement.The body is adorned with intricate parquetry featuring a geometric diamond pattern in precious woods of warm amber and chestnut tones. The façade is accentuated by powerful gilt-bronze mounts with Rocaille scrolls, cartouches and pierced elements. The central section is highlighted by a striking mascaron depicting a mythological face framed by a shell motif, lending the composition dynamism and theatrical presence.Gracefully curved cabriole legs terminate in gilt-bronze sabots and are enriched with vertical foliate mounts. The apron is framed by a profiled gilt-bronze edging that emphasizes the flowing outline of the top. The writing surface is fitted with an inset panel, providing a functional workspace. The desk features three drawers and is fully finished on both sides, allowing placement in the center of a room.This work reflects the defining characteristics of 19th-century French Historicism, reinterpreting Rococo aesthetics with particular emphasis on virtuoso bronze casting and refined marquetry craftsmanship.Dimensions: 77 x 133 x 78 cmCondition: Very good. Professionally restored.

Pair of bronze sconces in the Empire style.

Pair of bronze sconces in the Empire style.

Old Riga

SET OF SIX CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL SILVER TEASPOONS IN A PRESENTATION CASE. GRACHEV BROTHERS RUSSIA, SAINT PETERSBURG, LAST QUARTER OF THE 19TH CENTURY

SET OF SIX CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL SILVER TEASPOONS IN A PRESENTATION CASE. GRACHEV BROTHERS RUSSIA, SAINT PETERSBURG, LAST QUARTER OF THE 19TH CENTURY

Julius Yulievich Klever (son). (1882-1942) Still life with fish . 1911

Julius Yulievich Klever (son). (1882-1942) Still life with fish . 1911

Large, chic, gilded Napoleon III era frame.

Large, chic, gilded Napoleon III era frame.

Silver Ruble 1877. Russia - Alexander II.

Silver Ruble 1877. Russia - Alexander II.

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ICON “KURSK-KORENNAYA MOTHER OF GOD OF THE SIGN” RUSSIA, VOLOGDA, 1802

ICON “KURSK-KORENNAYA MOTHER OF GOD OF THE SIGN” RUSSIA, VOLOGDA, 1802

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Table set in the style of Napoleon III.

Table set in the style of Napoleon III.

Large dining set for 11 people. 11 chairs around a four-currency dining extendable table. Able to become the heart of the banquet, and equip the dance halls. Made in the spirit of the neo-Renaissance. Juicy, world-affirming forms of currencies - the bases of the table, baroque plasticity of carving - an essential ingredient of home comfort and. The set is made in the style of Napoleon III. Dimensions: Table: H = 80 cm, assembled diameter -130 cm. Unassembled length - 320 cm. Armchair: Height - 103 cm, Width 50 cm, Depth 50 cm.

LARGE VASE WITH BRONZE MOUNTS AND PAINTED DECORATION “THE TRIUMPH OF VENUS” FRANCE, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

LARGE VASE WITH BRONZE MOUNTS AND PAINTED DECORATION “THE TRIUMPH OF VENUS” FRANCE, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

ICHIMONJI JINGASA. Samurai hat. Periodo Edo (1603-1867)

ICHIMONJI JINGASA. Samurai hat. Periodo Edo (1603-1867)

VACHERON CONSTANTIN 1972 GRAND CURVED. LADY’S DIAMOND ROSE GOLD WATCH SWITZERLAND, LATE 20TH – EARLY 21ST CENTURY

VACHERON CONSTANTIN 1972 GRAND CURVED. LADY’S DIAMOND ROSE GOLD WATCH SWITZERLAND, LATE 20TH – EARLY 21ST CENTURY

PAIR OF EMPIRE STYLE ARMCHAIRS FRANCE, FIRST QUARTER OF THE 19TH CENTURY

PAIR OF EMPIRE STYLE ARMCHAIRS FRANCE, FIRST QUARTER OF THE 19TH CENTURY

Gold coin, France, 20 francs 1896

Gold coin, France, 20 francs 1896

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Painting "Shore"

Painting "Shore"

ICON OF SAINT SIMEON THE STYLITE IN A SILVER AND ENAMEL OKLAD. SEMYON GALKIN RUSSIA, MOSCOW, LATE 19TH - EARLY 20TH CENTURY

ICON OF SAINT SIMEON THE STYLITE IN A SILVER AND ENAMEL OKLAD. SEMYON GALKIN RUSSIA, MOSCOW, LATE 19TH - EARLY 20TH CENTURY

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Fireplace in Art Nouveau style. Latvia. Early 20th century.

Fireplace in Art Nouveau style. Latvia. Early 20th century.

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