Russian art

PLAYING WITH CATS. ALEXANDER RIZZONI (1836 - 1902) RUSSIA - ITALY, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

PLAYING WITH CATS. ALEXANDER RIZZONI (1836 - 1902) RUSSIA - ITALY, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

An intimate genre composition defined by a subtle interplay of light and shadow, characteristic of Alexander Rizzoni’s artistic circle. Within the dim interior of what appears to be a vegetable cellar, a young boy is depicted playing with several cats. Concealing a bundle of turnips behind his back, he teases a cat perched upon a worn barrel. A narrow shaft of light penetrates through a small window, illuminating the child’s gesture and animated expression, while the warm ochre and brown tonalities enhance the atmosphere of humble domesticity.Despite its apparent simplicity, the scene carries a nuanced layer of social observation consistent with Russian Realism of the second half of the nineteenth century. The artist avoids overt dramatization, instead focusing on the quiet dignity of childhood. The modest amusements of impoverished youth become a reflection on resilience and innate vitality. Compassion and contemplative distance coexist within the composition, revealing the dual influence of the Russian academic tradition and Italian genre painting.Signed lower right.The work is attributed to Alexander Rizzoni (Alessandro Rizzoni, 1836 - 1902) on the basis of stylistic analysis, compositional structure, and painterly execution consistent with his genre works of the 1870s and 1880s.Dimensions: 41 x 33 cmMaterial: Oil on canvasCondition: Good. The paint surface is stable. Minor age-related wear consistent with the period.Provenance: Private European collection

RUSSIAN SILVER SUGAR BOWL IN CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1896-1908

RUSSIAN SILVER SUGAR BOWL IN CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1896-1908

Russian gold bracelet with enamel. 19th century.

Russian gold bracelet with enamel. 19th century.

ICON OF SAINT SIMEON THE STYLITE IN A SILVER AND ENAMEL OKLAD. SEMYON GALKIN RUSSIA, MOSCOW, LATE 19TH - EARLY 20TH CENTURY

ICON OF SAINT SIMEON THE STYLITE IN A SILVER AND ENAMEL OKLAD. SEMYON GALKIN RUSSIA, MOSCOW, LATE 19TH - EARLY 20TH CENTURY

Snuffbox

Sculpture of a series of "Sailors"

Sculpture of a series of "Sailors"

RUSSIAN SILVER SPOON WITH A PAINTED ENAMEL COMPOSITION “TROIKA”. WORKSHOP OF VASILY IVANOVICH KANGIN RUSSIA, SAINT PETERSBURG, 1899-1908

RUSSIAN SILVER SPOON WITH A PAINTED ENAMEL COMPOSITION “TROIKA”. WORKSHOP OF VASILY IVANOVICH KANGIN RUSSIA, SAINT PETERSBURG, 1899-1908

SILVER KOVSH WITH PAINTED ENAMEL OVER FILIGREE. 20 ARTEL RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1908-1917

SILVER KOVSH WITH PAINTED ENAMEL OVER FILIGREE. 20 ARTEL RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1908-1917

SILVER PHOTO FRAME WITH POLYCHROME CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL. ANTIP KUZMICHEV FACTORY RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1899–1908

SILVER PHOTO FRAME WITH POLYCHROME CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL. ANTIP KUZMICHEV FACTORY RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1899–1908

SILVER SNUFF BOX WITH BLUE GUILLOCHÉ ENAMEL. FIRM OF I. MARSHAK ST PETERSBURG, 1899–1908

SILVER SNUFF BOX WITH BLUE GUILLOCHÉ ENAMEL. FIRM OF I. MARSHAK ST PETERSBURG, 1899–1908

D. Sannikov. Abstract composition. Russia 1920s.

D. Sannikov. Abstract composition. Russia 1920s.

D. Sannikov. Abstract composition in a wooden frame. Russia 1920s. Size: 9x17.5 Paper, cardboard, Graphite, pencil. Dmitry Nikolaevich Sannikov (1902-? ) - Russian Soviet painter, avant-garde graphic artist, author of abstract cubo-futuristic compositions. Artist of the circle of Kazimir Malevich, member of UNOVIS (1920-1922), trainee of GINKhUK. Lived and worked in Petrograd-Leningrad. Date and place of death are unknown.

RUSSIAN PRESENTATION SILVER KOVSH RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1883

RUSSIAN PRESENTATION SILVER KOVSH RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1883

SILVER MATCH SAFE WITH THE IMAGE OF A LESHY IN THE STYLE OF RUSSIAN ART NOUVEAU RUSSIA, CIRCA 1900

SILVER MATCH SAFE WITH THE IMAGE OF A LESHY IN THE STYLE OF RUSSIAN ART NOUVEAU RUSSIA, CIRCA 1900

DESK SILVER NOTEPAD IN OLD RUSSIAN STYLE PETR MILYUKOV, RUSSIA, EARLY 20TH CENTURY

DESK SILVER NOTEPAD IN OLD RUSSIAN STYLE PETR MILYUKOV, RUSSIA, EARLY 20TH CENTURY

SILVER LADLE IN THE FORM OF A SLAVIC BOAT WITH A WARRIOR FIGURE SAZIKOV, MOSCOW, 1891

SILVER LADLE IN THE FORM OF A SLAVIC BOAT WITH A WARRIOR FIGURE SAZIKOV, MOSCOW, 1891

NUDE RECLINING WOMAN, RUSSIA, LATE 19TH CENTURY

NUDE RECLINING WOMAN, RUSSIA, LATE 19TH CENTURY

Caviar bowl, Moscow, 1892

Caviar bowl, Moscow, 1892

Sculpture of a series of "Sailors"

Sculpture of a series of "Sailors"

RUSSIAN SILVER CLOISONNÉ SHOT CUP. GUSTAV KLINGERT RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1893

RUSSIAN SILVER CLOISONNÉ SHOT CUP. GUSTAV KLINGERT RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1893

A Russian silver cylindrical shot cup crafted in 84 silver and richly decorated with polychrome cloisonné enamel. The exterior surface is entirely covered with an elaborate ornamental composition built on symmetrical floral and foliate motifs, incorporating stylized blossoms and scrolling elements characteristic of the Moscow silversmithing tradition of the late nineteenth century. The enamel palette features deep cobalt blue, turquoise, white and red tones, emphasized by the precise rhythm of silver cloisons. The interior surface is smooth, with a natural silver patina, creating a refined contrast with the vivid enamel decoration of the exterior. The object exemplifies a high level of craftsmanship and masterful command of the cloisonné enamel technique.Hallmarks: Maker’s mark “KLINGERT” – Gustav Gustavovich Klingert; Moscow assay mark with silver standard “84”; Assay master’s mark “A.S” – Alexander Alexeyevich Smirnov, dated 1893.Dimensions: Height 6.7 cm; Diameter 5 cm.Weight: 82 g.Condition: Good. Enamel well preserved without losses or chips; silver with a noble patina; minor signs of wear consistent with age.Provenance: Private collection.

Russian, silver spoon Little bears, object illustration “Mornings in a pine forest.” Early 20th century.

Russian, silver spoon Little bears, object illustration “Mornings in a pine forest.” Early 20th century.

Vase Golden ruby with gold ornament. Imperial Glass Factory, Russia, 1830-1840s

Vase Golden ruby with gold ornament. Imperial Glass Factory, Russia, 1830-1840s

Drawing from the series Proletariat

Drawing from the series Proletariat

The composition Central Cafe in the style of the Russian avant-garde.

The composition Central Cafe in the style of the Russian avant-garde.

Icon Selected Holidays. Palekh. XIX century.

Icon Selected Holidays. Palekh. XIX century.

RUSSIAN ART NOUVEAU SILVER SNUFFBOX WITH CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL. 6TH MOSCOW JEWELLERS’ ARTEL RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1908–1917

RUSSIAN ART NOUVEAU SILVER SNUFFBOX WITH CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL. 6TH MOSCOW JEWELLERS’ ARTEL RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1908–1917

Miniature silver kovsh by Faberge with gilding and cloisonné enamel. Fyodor Rückert, Moscow, 1908-1917

Miniature silver kovsh by Faberge with gilding and cloisonné enamel. Fyodor Rückert, Moscow, 1908-1917

Russian silver vase with crystal. Ivan Khlebnikov. Moscow 1908-1917

Russian silver vase with crystal. Ivan Khlebnikov. Moscow 1908-1917

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