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SILVER SALT CELLAR IN THE FORM OF A THRONE WITH ENGRAVED DECORATION RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1870

SILVER SALT CELLAR IN THE FORM OF A THRONE WITH ENGRAVED DECORATION RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1870

An elegant silver salt cellar executed in the form of a miniature throne, representing a characteristic example of Moscow artistic silver of the second half of the 19th century. The composition is conceived as a ceremonial seat with a high shaped back, pierced openings, and a hinged front panel providing access to the interior.The sculptural design is distinguished by architectural clarity and decorative richness. The surface is adorned with fine engraved ornamentation featuring stylized floral motifs, garlands, and a central cartouche. The lower section is decorated with rhythmic horizontal bands and a serrated frieze, reinforcing its resemblance to carved wooden prototypes.The interior is gilded, creating a refined contrast with the matte and engraved exterior surfaces. The composition combines utilitarian function with symbolic representation, characteristic of table objects in the merchant and noble households of 19th century Russia.Marks: Maker’s mark “IA” in a rectangular cartouche, attributed to Ivan Alekseev; Moscow assay mark with initials “V.S.” above a line and the date “1870” - assay inspector Viktor Savinkov; Standard mark “84”; Moscow city mark depicting Saint George slaying the dragon.Dimensions: Height: 8 cm; Width: 6.5 cm; Depth: 5 cm.Weight: 88 g.Condition: Good. Partial wear to gilding, with light surface marks consistent with age and use.Provenance: Private collection.

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Sunny March

Laschwitz in Germany

Laschwitz in Germany

People in summer

People in summer

Sunset in Birztala

Sunset in Birztala

Waking up in Paris

Waking up in Paris

People of Pardaugava

People of Pardaugava

City view

Peonies

Painted porcelain plate - my first work

Painted porcelain plate - my first work

SILVER SALT CELLAR “CHAIR”. ALEXANDER MUKHIN RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1880

SILVER SALT CELLAR “CHAIR”. ALEXANDER MUKHIN RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1880

An elegant silver salt cellar of rare form, produced at the workshop of Alexander Alexeev MukhIN, a Moscow merchant and owner of a silver manufactory active in the second half of the 19th century, represents a characteristic example of Moscow silver of the Historicist period. The composition takes the form of a miniature chair with a hinged front panel and reflects the established tendency toward the stylization of objects from folk life within the decorative arts of the time.The surface is finely engraved with an imitation of birch bark, executed in the trompe-lœil technique, creating a convincing illusion of natural material. The decorative concept is based on the combination of a “peasant” form with the precision of refined silversmithing typical of Moscow workshops of the late 19th century.The hinged lid is decorated with an ornamental composition centered on an eight-pointed rosette, derived from traditional woodcarving motifs. The pierced backrest and side elements enhance the architectural clarity of the form. The interior is partially gilt.Marks: Maker’s mark “A.M.” (Alexander Alexeev MukhIN) in an oval cartouche, with dots after the initials; Assay mark “A.K.” above a line with the date “1880” (Moscow assay master); State silver mark “84”; Moscow city mark depicting Saint George slaying the dragon; French import mark in the form of a swan in an oval cartouche (import mark applied in France after 1893).Dimensions: Height: 6.5 cm; Width: 6.5 cm; Depth: 4 cm.Weight: 59 g.Condition: Good, with natural patina and minor traces of use.Provenance: Private collection.

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Drawing Women`s Act

Drawing Women`s Act

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Before the storm

Winter in the mountains

Winter in the mountains

Flowers

Swedish gate

Porcelain figure Bear

Porcelain figure Bear

Majolic figure Women

Majolic figure Women

SILVER TABLE SERVICE BY G. KLINGERT RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1908–1917

SILVER TABLE SERVICE BY G. KLINGERT RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1908–1917

A highly artistic silver table service produced in the workshop of Gustav Klingert, one of the leading Moscow silversmiths of the early 20th century. Crafted in 84-standard silver, the set represents a cohesive, full-weight ensemble of ceremonial tableware, intended for use in the representative interiors of the late Russian Empire.The forms of the pieces follow the classical tradition, with softly profiled contours, balanced proportions and carefully calculated ergonomics. The handles are adorned with relief ornamentation in the spirit of historicist Baroque: elegant vegetal scrolls, stylised foliage and rocaille motifs create a sense of sculptural depth and decorative completeness. The ornamentation remains refined and restrained, organically emphasising the structure of each piece, a hallmark of the finest Moscow silver of the pre-revolutionary period.The set is distinguished by a high standard of craftsmanship: precise detailing, careful chasing, even polishing and preserved silver weight testify to the professionalism of the workshop and its orientation towards a demanding clientele. Compositionally and stylistically, the pieces form a unified ensemble designed for the comprehensive presentation of dishes during formal dinners and ceremonial receptions.Set composition: 10 table spoons, 10 table forks, 6 table knives, 10 dessert spoons, 5 dessert forks, 10 fish knives, 10 fruit knives, 10 fruit forks.Marks: Imperial Russian assay mark with fineness “84”; Moscow city assay mark; maker’s mark “GK” for Gustav Klingert; assay marks of the period 1908–1917.Dimensions: Standard sizes of table and dessert utensils in accordance with formal serving norms of the early 20th century.Weight: 3179 g.Condition: Good. No deformations. Traces of use and light polishing consistent with age. Ornamentation crisp and intact.Provenance: Private collection.

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Porcelain plate with church view

Porcelain plate with church view

Silver Ruble of Catherine II, 1770.

Silver Ruble of Catherine II, 1770.

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Table pulpit in bronze and brass Dore. 20th century.

Table pulpit in bronze and brass Dore. 20th century.

Porcelain vase

Painted porcelain bowl

Painted porcelain bowl

Philippe IV Chez Velazquez

Philippe IV Chez Velazquez

Hunting in hills

Hunting in hills

The sky

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