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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.

Carved, wooden easel of the turn of the 19th-20th centuries in neo-rococo style.

Carved, wooden easel of the turn of the 19th-20th centuries in neo-rococo style.

Carved showcase-table of gilded wood, in the spirit of Napoleon III, late 19th century.

Carved showcase-table of gilded wood, in the spirit of Napoleon III, late 19th century.

Figure of the Walking Buddha. 19th century

Figure of the Walking Buddha. 19th century

Glass vase from the Art Nouveau era.

Glass vase from the Art Nouveau era.

Russian silver snuffbox with niello. Russia, 19th century.

Russian silver snuffbox with niello. Russia, 19th century.

Painted Meissen porcelain decorative plate

Painted Meissen porcelain decorative plate

Ceramic ashtray Monkey

Ceramic ashtray Monkey

Figurative composition

Figurative composition

Janis Sudmalis

Golden powder box. Violettes Paris. Around 1860.

Golden powder box. Violettes Paris. Around 1860.

Round gold enamel powder box Violettes Paris circa 1860. On a noble, dark brown background with a golden net and antique grotesques, the lid depicts a preening nymph with a cupid adorning her hair. The vignette at the base depicts a flirtatious scene, apparently with the same cherub, dove and basket of flowers, again in pursuit of the escaping mistress. Labeled: Violettes Paris. On the inside of the rim there is a memorial date: April 18, 1880. Parisian gold hallmarks from 1838, corresponding to 750 standard, are on the bottom of the powder compact. Inside the lid there is an original mirror. Height: 3cm. length-5cm. Weight:73.94g

Russian gift silver punch set. A. Ivanov factory. Moscow 1895

Russian gift silver punch set. A. Ivanov factory. Moscow 1895

RUSSIAN SILVER BOX WITH CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL IN THE FORM OF ROOSTERS PAVEL OVCHINNIKOV FIRM, MOSCOW, 1882

RUSSIAN SILVER BOX WITH CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL IN THE FORM OF ROOSTERS PAVEL OVCHINNIKOV FIRM, MOSCOW, 1882

GOLD COIN OF 7.5 RUBLES, 1897, WITH THE PORTRAIT OF EMPEROR NICHOLAS II

GOLD COIN OF 7.5 RUBLES, 1897, WITH THE PORTRAIT OF EMPEROR NICHOLAS II

PINE FOREST. GAVRIIL PAVLOVICH KAMENSKY (1853–1912). 1897

PINE FOREST. GAVRIIL PAVLOVICH KAMENSKY (1853–1912). 1897

Still life Roses by T. Franz

Still life Roses by T. Franz

Ballerina Rosenthal. Germany 1944

Ballerina Rosenthal. Germany 1944

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Kuznetsov porcelain casket with gilding

Kuznetsov porcelain casket with gilding

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

Porcelain plate with painting

Porcelain plate with painting

Porcelain figure Couple

Porcelain figure Couple

Crystal fruit bowl with silver finish

Crystal fruit bowl with silver finish

Glass decanters with silver finish 2 pcs.

Glass decanters with silver finish 2 pcs.

Composition

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.

A PAIR OF EPAULETTES WITH THE CIPHER OF EMPEROR ALEXANDER II RUSSIA, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

A PAIR OF EPAULETTES WITH THE CIPHER OF EMPEROR ALEXANDER II RUSSIA, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

Samurai armor, Edo period.

Samurai armor, Edo period.

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