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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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Art-deco style vase

Art-deco style vase

Near the mirror

Near the mirror

Landscape

To the church

WRITING DESK WITH MARQUETRY AND GILT BRONZE MOUNTS FRANCE, LATE 19TH CENTURY

WRITING DESK WITH MARQUETRY AND GILT BRONZE MOUNTS FRANCE, LATE 19TH CENTURY

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Antique photo frame of the late 19th century.

Antique photo frame of the late 19th century.

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Porcelain figurine Allegory of Painting. Porcelain 19th century.

Porcelain figurine Allegory of Painting. Porcelain 19th century.

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Ceramic vase

Porcelain vase Figure

Porcelain vase Figure

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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20th century 20`s Russia Verbilki Porcelain figure Man with bread

20th century 20`s Russia Verbilki Porcelain figure Man with bread

Porcelain agitation tin with Lenin`s brassiere Less political chatter

Porcelain agitation tin with Lenin`s brassiere Less political chatter

A group of biscuit figure

A group of biscuit figure

Painted porcelain plate

Painted porcelain plate

Ceramic vase

Ceramic vase

Porcelain plate Girl by the stream

Porcelain plate Girl by the stream

SILVER SALT CELLAR IN THE FORM OF A THRONE RUSSIAN EMPIRE, MOSCOW, 1881

SILVER SALT CELLAR IN THE FORM OF A THRONE RUSSIAN EMPIRE, MOSCOW, 1881

A silver salt cellar executed in the form of a throne with a high openwork back and a hinged lid represents a characteristic example of Moscow artistic silver of the last quarter of the 19th century. The architectural composition follows the concept of a miniature ceremonial throne, emphasizing the symbolic and status-oriented character of the object.The body is decorated with a rhythmic geometric ornament composed of alternating lozenges and stylized motifs, executed using engraving and pierced techniques, further enriched with trompe-l’oeil ornamentation imitating the texture of tree bark. The base is designed as a solid pedestal with profiled feet, enhancing the impression of monumentality despite the compact dimensions of the piece. The back is rendered in openwork technique and adorned with elements referring to architectural finials and crowned motifs characteristic of the Neo-Russian style.The inner side of the lid bears an engraved inscription, “Without salt and bread, half the meal is missing”, executed in a decorative script and enclosed within an ornamental frame.Marks: Maker’s initials “IL”, presumably Iuka Khaimovich Lozinsky, owner of a silverware workshop; State assay mark of the Moscow Assay District depicting the coat of arms of the city of Moscow (Saint George) above the date “1881” and the fineness mark “84” within a shield; Additional Moscow assay marks; Later additional marks indicating the fineness “875”.Dimensions: Height: 10.5 cm. Width: 8.5 cm. Depth: 6 cm.Weight: 139 g.Condition: Good. Gilding to the interior largely preserved. Minor signs of age and use. No deformations, cracks or evidence of restoration.Provenance: Private collection.

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Faience figure Parrot

Faience figure Parrot

Polonsk porcelain figure Tara Bull

Polonsk porcelain figure Tara Bull

Ceramic figure ``Motherhood``

Ceramic figure ``Motherhood``

French carriage clock with porcelain painting, neo-rococo style. The turn of the 19th-20th centuries.

French carriage clock with porcelain painting, neo-rococo style. The turn of the 19th-20th centuries.

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Model of Japanese armor Yoroi. Periodo Meiji (1868-1912)

Model of Japanese armor Yoroi. Periodo Meiji (1868-1912)

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French crystal jug with silver.

French crystal jug with silver.

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Pair of portrait miniatures Louis XV and Marquise de Pompadour

Pair of portrait miniatures Louis XV and Marquise de Pompadour

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Gilded silver coffee pot

Gilded silver coffee pot

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Porcelain group Allegory of Art

Porcelain group Allegory of Art

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SILVER EASTER EGG. ERIK KOLLIN. FABERGÉ FIRM RUSSIA, SAINT PETERSBURG, LATE 19TH CENTURY

SILVER EASTER EGG. ERIK KOLLIN. FABERGÉ FIRM RUSSIA, SAINT PETERSBURG, LATE 19TH CENTURY

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Royal Copenhagen Cup and Saucer

Royal Copenhagen Cup and Saucer

Royal Dux porcelain figure

Royal Dux porcelain figure

Porcelain figure Male bust

Porcelain figure Male bust

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Mirror with painting

Mirror with painting

Box style of Napoleon III

Box style of Napoleon III

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Antique Russian box Kissing Rite.

Antique Russian box Kissing Rite.

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Silver bracelet with Amethysts, cabochon cut.

Silver bracelet with Amethysts, cabochon cut.

Set of silver spoons

Set of silver spoons

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Painting "Winter"

Painting "Winter"

Fantasy with a bullet

Fantasy with a bullet

Silver snuffbox.

Silver snuffbox.

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Three cast-iron balcony gratings

Three cast-iron balcony gratings

Frame in the Neo-Baroque style. 19th century.

Frame in the Neo-Baroque style. 19th century.

An original crystal dish on silver legs. Latvian version of Art Deco from the 1930s.

An original crystal dish on silver legs. Latvian version of Art Deco from the 1930s.

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