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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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ICON OF THE MOTHER OF GOD “THE SIGN” WITH SELECTED SAINTS RUSSIA, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY
ICON OF THE MOTHER OF GOD “THE SIGN” WITH SELECTED SAINTS RUSSIA, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY
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KAZAN ICON OF THE MOTHER OF GOD WITH THE CHRIST CHILD RUSSIAN EMPIRE, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY
KAZAN ICON OF THE MOTHER OF GOD WITH THE CHRIST CHILD RUSSIAN EMPIRE, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY
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Original silver shoehorn in its own case. 20th century.
Original silver shoehorn in its own case. 20th century.
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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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KAZAN ICON OF THE MOTHER OF GOD RUSSIAN EMPIRE, 19TH CENTURY
KAZAN ICON OF THE MOTHER OF GOD RUSSIAN EMPIRE, 19TH CENTURY
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SILVER SALT CELLAR “CHAIR” RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1896–1908
SILVER SALT CELLAR “CHAIR” RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1896–1908
An elegant silver salt cellar of rare form, executed as a miniature chair with a hinged lid, represents a distinctive example of Moscow artistic silver from the late 19th to early 20th century, created within the aesthetic of National Romanticism. The composition derives from the forms of traditional Russian wooden architecture and reflects the period’s fascination with folk traditions and decorative motifs.The high shaped back with a keel-like finial and openwork aperture is stylised after architectural elements of peasant houses and carved window frames. The sculptural conception combines architectural clarity with rich decorative articulation, characteristic of Moscow workshops of this period.The surface is decorated with fine engraving and chased ornament imitating wood carving. The decorative programme includes geometric and stylised vegetal motifs, as well as a characteristic scale pattern that creates a vivid play of light. The contrast between the richly ornamented back and the more restrained body enhances the artistic unity of the object.The hinged lid is engraved with the inscription: “BREAD AND SALT”, reinforcing the symbolic meaning of the piece associated with Russian traditions of hospitality and ritual culture.Marks: Maker’s mark “A.K” (unidentified master) in a rectangular cartouche; Russian state assay mark with kokoshnik facing right and standard “84”; assay district letter “α” (Moscow assay district), 1896–1908.Dimensions: Height: 10.5 cm; width: 5.5 cm; depth: 3 cm.Weight: 59 g.Condition: Good. Minor signs of use and light surface wear, no deformations or losses.
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