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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.

PORCELAIN PLAQUE WITH A GENRE SCENE “CARD SHARPS” KPM, BERLIN, TURN OF THE 19TH–20TH CENTURIES

PORCELAIN PLAQUE WITH A GENRE SCENE “CARD SHARPS” KPM, BERLIN, TURN OF THE 19TH–20TH CENTURIES

Russian silver snuffbox with gold decor. Mid 19th century.

Russian silver snuffbox with gold decor. Mid 19th century.

WINE BOTTLE HOLDER IN THE SHAPE OF A SLED. WISKEMANN. BELGIUM. EARLY 20TH CENTURY

WINE BOTTLE HOLDER IN THE SHAPE OF A SLED. WISKEMANN. BELGIUM. EARLY 20TH CENTURY

Rococo mirror.

A pair of gilded porcelain Couleuvre vases in the French Empire style. 20th century.

A pair of gilded porcelain Couleuvre vases in the French Empire style. 20th century.

Opera glasses.

Panel Africa in Art Deco style

Panel Africa in Art Deco style

Girl drinking water, Rosenthal

Girl drinking water, Rosenthal

Impressive chandelier in Empire style. Russia. 19th century.

Impressive chandelier in Empire style. Russia. 19th century.

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

Russian, crystal vase with a silver frame. St. Petersburg. The turn of the 19th-20th centuries.

Russian, crystal vase with a silver frame. St. Petersburg. The turn of the 19th-20th centuries.

Porcelain pencil holder "Monkey in the shape of Napoleon".

Porcelain pencil holder "Monkey in the shape of Napoleon".

Rococo console. End of the 19th century.

Rococo console. End of the 19th century.

Antonin Carlès (1851-1919) “Youth” Gilt Bronze Sculpture

Antonin Carlès (1851-1919) “Youth” Gilt Bronze Sculpture

Chandelier in gilded bronze by LEROLLE Frères, Napoleon III period. France

Chandelier in gilded bronze by LEROLLE Frères, Napoleon III period. France

Janis Pauluks. Lielupe. 1953

Janis Pauluks. Lielupe. 1953

Engraving "Tsar Ivan the Terrible"

Engraving "Tsar Ivan the Terrible"

Chandelier with 15 candles in Louis XVI style. Sevres.

Chandelier with 15 candles in Louis XVI style. Sevres.

Chandelier for 15 candles, made in the Louis XVI style, decorated with gilded relief decoration in the form of foliage and figures of winged caryatids. The porcelain elements feature images of playing Putti and flowers. Presumably Sevres manufactory. Diameter 60 cm. Signed on porcelain GL.

Gold ring with diamonds.

Gold ring with diamonds.

Silver egg. Eric Collin. Faberge firm.

Silver egg. Eric Collin. Faberge firm.

Large, chic, gilded Napoleon III era frame.

Large, chic, gilded Napoleon III era frame.

Swedish saber, naval, officer. 1876

Swedish saber, naval, officer. 1876

Antique carpenters table

Antique carpenters table

A pair of grandiose, decorative Jardiniere Flowerpots in the style of Napoleon III. France. The turn of the 19th-20th century.

A pair of grandiose, decorative Jardiniere Flowerpots in the style of Napoleon III. France. The turn of the 19th-20th century.

Pair of Cantonese Vases Family Rose.

Pair of Cantonese Vases Family Rose.

Glass vase from the Art Nouveau era.

Glass vase from the Art Nouveau era.

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Large, copper-cast icon of the Smolensk Mother of God, with five enamels, in an icon case. Russia. 19th century.

Large, copper-cast icon of the Smolensk Mother of God, with five enamels, in an icon case. Russia. 19th century.

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Bronze jardiniere with glass. 19-20 century.

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Boudoir table Art Nouveau, inlaid wood. Louis MAJORELLE (1859-1926).

Russian, silver cloisonné enamel mug in neo-Russian style. 20th century.

Russian, silver cloisonné enamel mug in neo-Russian style. 20th century.

Painting "Lilac Bouquet" A.Neberekutin

Painting "Lilac Bouquet" A.Neberekutin

Painting Nude girl, K.Somov, 1897

Painting Nude girl, K.Somov, 1897

Marilyn. Print on paper. Andy Warhol (United States, 1928-1987).

Marilyn. Print on paper. Andy Warhol (United States, 1928-1987).

Crystal vase in silver.

Crystal vase in silver.

Gouache. Riga. V.D. Medvedev.

Gouache. Riga. V.D. Medvedev.

Gold 18K diamond ring.

Gold 18K diamond ring.

Decorative silver dish.

Decorative silver dish.

Porcelain group Monkey Orchestra.

Porcelain group Monkey Orchestra.

Small candlestick from the Meissen porcelain manufactory.

Small candlestick from the Meissen porcelain manufactory.

Bronze sculpture Romantic couple.

Bronze sculpture Romantic couple.