Russian art

SILVER LETTER OPENER WITH A PEASANT FIGURE, KARL FABERGÉ FIRM, MOSCOW, 1880s

SILVER LETTER OPENER WITH A PEASANT FIGURE, KARL FABERGÉ FIRM, MOSCOW, 1880s

An original silver letter opener crafted by the Karl Fabergé firm in Moscow in the last quarter of the 19th century. The piece represents a rare example of decorative sculpture that combines utilitarian function with artistic expression. The handle is modelled as a Russian peasant chopping a log with an axe. The blade, symbolically continuing as a thinning piece of wood, forms a harmonious extension of the composition. The flat root-textured base serves as a stable stand, allowing the object to be displayed vertically as an independent work of art.Marks: Full Fabergé hallmark beneath the double-headed eagle with the inscription K. FABERGÉ, assay mark 84 with the Moscow city coat of arms. Engraved date: 2 April 1881.Dimensions: Length 21.5 cm.Weight: 228 g.Condition: Excellent, with a light patina of age, no deformations or restorations.Provenance: Private European collection.

Painting "Lady with a Fan"

Painting "Lady with a Fan"

Drawing "Scene by the Tram" 1928

Drawing "Scene by the Tram" 1928

Medal. Petrel. Uzbek Republican Council.

Medal. Petrel. Uzbek Republican Council.

The figure "Once in the cold winter season" Konakovo

The figure "Once in the cold winter season" Konakovo

RUSSIAN 14K GOLD CIGARETTE CASE. BEILIN & SON FACTORY ST PETERSBURG, 1908–1917

RUSSIAN 14K GOLD CIGARETTE CASE. BEILIN & SON FACTORY ST PETERSBURG, 1908–1917

UNIQUE MANTEL CLOCK WITH SOLAR ALLEGORY. MODEL ATTRIBUTED TO CARLO ROSSI RUSSIAN EMPIRE, SAINT PETERSBURG, PERIOD OF NICHOLAS I, 1825-1855

UNIQUE MANTEL CLOCK WITH SOLAR ALLEGORY. MODEL ATTRIBUTED TO CARLO ROSSI RUSSIAN EMPIRE, SAINT PETERSBURG, PERIOD OF NICHOLAS I, 1825-1855

Russian paper knife Voevoda. P.I.SOMOV 1918. Russian Modern.

Russian paper knife Voevoda. P.I.SOMOV 1918. Russian Modern.

Icon of Our Lady of Kazan. Russia. The turn of the 19th and 20th centuries.

Icon of Our Lady of Kazan. Russia. The turn of the 19th and 20th centuries.

Bidding is completed

A magnificent icon of the Feasts with an annual menaion and a two-row cycle of Mother of God icons. Russia.19th century.

A magnificent icon of the Feasts with an annual menaion and a two-row cycle of Mother of God icons. Russia.19th century.

SET OF SIX CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL SILVER TEASPOONS IN A PRESENTATION CASE. GRACHEV BROTHERS RUSSIA, SAINT PETERSBURG, LAST QUARTER OF THE 19TH CENTURY

SET OF SIX CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL SILVER TEASPOONS IN A PRESENTATION CASE. GRACHEV BROTHERS RUSSIA, SAINT PETERSBURG, LAST QUARTER OF THE 19TH CENTURY

A set of six silver teaspoons, produced in the workshop of the Imperial Court Supplier firm Grachev Brothers in the last quarter of the 19th century, decorated with polychrome cloisonné enamel, represents a characteristic example of Saint Petersburg jewellery art of its period. The composition and decorative language reflect the emergence of Russian Art Nouveau, distinguished by structural clarity of form, emphasis on material, and an organic synthesis of function and artistic expression. A defining feature of the spoons is the original square-section handle, which conveys a sense of solidity, functional logic, and restrained plastic expression. The spoons are housed in a wooden presentation case with velvet-lined interior.Hallmarks: Maker’s mark “Grachev”; silver fineness mark “88”; master’s mark “AP”.Dimensions: Length of each spoon approx. 14 cm.Weight: Total weight 174 g.Condition: Good. Enamel well preserved, without losses or cracks. Minor signs of age consistent with period use.Provenance: Private collection.

Gardner porcelain teapot. Russia, 1820-1830s

Gardner porcelain teapot. Russia, 1820-1830s

Four-piece set, Gardner Porcelain Factory.

Four-piece set, Gardner Porcelain Factory.

Porcelain dish from the Kuznetsov factory with a scene of calling the hero Mikula Selyaninovich. Early 20th century

Porcelain dish from the Kuznetsov factory with a scene of calling the hero Mikula Selyaninovich. Early 20th century

Sunset landscape on the river. Russia 20th century.

Sunset landscape on the river. Russia 20th century.

Silver cup holder. Imperial Russia

Silver cup holder. Imperial Russia

DECAGONAL GOBLET IN PURPLE CRYSTAL WITH GILT DECORATION ST PETERSBURG, 1810s IMPERIAL GLASS FACTORY

DECAGONAL GOBLET IN PURPLE CRYSTAL WITH GILT DECORATION ST PETERSBURG, 1810s IMPERIAL GLASS FACTORY

A PAIR OF RUSSIAN NEOCLASSICAL WALL CONSOLES ST PETERSBURG, LATE 19TH - EARLY 20TH CENTURY

A PAIR OF RUSSIAN NEOCLASSICAL WALL CONSOLES ST PETERSBURG, LATE 19TH - EARLY 20TH CENTURY

CRYSTAL JUG WITH SILVER, 13TH ARTEL RUSSIA, MOSCOW, EARLY 20TH CENTURY

CRYSTAL JUG WITH SILVER, 13TH ARTEL RUSSIA, MOSCOW, EARLY 20TH CENTURY

An exquisite crystal jug with a silver mount represents a striking example of the high level achieved by Russian decorative and applied arts in the early 20th century. The object demonstrates a refined and deliberate reinterpretation of Western European historical styles, characteristic of Moscow silver workshops of the Late Historicism period. The composition combines classical restraint with decorative elegance, inspired by motifs of the Early French Renaissance.The proportionally expanded body of transparent crystal is adorned with deep diamond-cut and vegetal engraving, creating a rich play of light while emphasizing the functional purpose of the vessel. The silver collar of the neck is executed in a restrained manner and decorated with classical garlands seemingly suspended along the lower edge, lending the form architectural clarity and ceremonial dignity. A Renaissance-style ornamental band at the rim harmoniously complements the gently curved handle, whose subtly modern character reflects the stylistic transition of the era.A distinctive accent is provided by the garnet finial crowning the lid - an elegant detail symbolically associated with fertility, blossoming, and abundance, themes of particular significance within Renaissance tradition. This refined artistic gesture reinforces the association of the jug with formal table settings and celebratory beverages such as cherry juice, punch, or red wine. The jug is perceived not merely as a utilitarian object, but as an independent artistic focal point conceived for festive occasions.Hallmarks: State assay mark of the Moscow Assay Office for secondary elements and fittings, silver standard “84”, period 1908-1926; Maker’s mark “13A” (13th Artel); Inside the lid - repeated Moscow Assay Office mark and maker’s mark “13A”.Dimensions: Height: 29 cm, Width: 16 cm, Depth: 13 cmCondition: Good. The crystal shows no cracks or restorations. The silver elements retain an even time patina, without deformation.Provenance: Private collection.

IMPRESSIVE EMPIRE STYLE CHANDELIER RUSSIA, FIRST QUARTER OF THE 19TH CENTURY

IMPRESSIVE EMPIRE STYLE CHANDELIER RUSSIA, FIRST QUARTER OF THE 19TH CENTURY

18K white gold ring with diamonds and tanzanite.

18K white gold ring with diamonds and tanzanite.

Walking cane with a silver handle.

Walking cane with a silver handle.

Large Russian silver cup. Ekvist Carl Gustav. St. Petersburg, mid-19th century.

Large Russian silver cup. Ekvist Carl Gustav. St. Petersburg, mid-19th century.

Cup holder Soviet space

Cup holder Soviet space

Cup holder Openwork flowers. USSR 20th century.

Cup holder Openwork flowers. USSR 20th century.

Russian silver ladle in Art Nouveau style. Vasily Andreyev. Moscow 1899-1908

Russian silver ladle in Art Nouveau style. Vasily Andreyev. Moscow 1899-1908

Photo frame in the shape of a horseshoe, with blue enamel from the late 19th century.

Photo frame in the shape of a horseshoe, with blue enamel from the late 19th century.

Subscribe to our newsletter
Never miss new auctions

Subscribe

Your latest views

Large Russian silver cup. Ekvist Carl Gustav. St. Petersburg, mid-19th century.

Large Russian silver cup. Ekvist Carl Gustav. St. Petersburg, mid-19th century.

Disc music box Symphonion. Germany. End of the 19th century.

Disc music box Symphonion. Germany. End of the 19th century.

Painting "Winter"

Painting "Winter"

Still life with fruits

Still life with fruits

Boats on the coast

Boats on the coast

Louis XIV miniature.

Louis XIV miniature.

Pair of "Putti" table lamps

Pair of "Putti" table lamps

Painting Neopolitan.

Painting Neopolitan.

Silver plated figure of a snake. Tsar imperial collection.

Silver plated figure of a snake. Tsar imperial collection.

Painting "Lady with a tambourine"

Painting "Lady with a tambourine"

The seated woman

The seated woman

Watercolor Young seller of vegetables on the streets of Rome.

Watercolor Young seller of vegetables on the streets of Rome.

WATER LILIES (NYMPHAEAS) D.A. LISHCHENKO, 1925

WATER LILIES (NYMPHAEAS) D.A. LISHCHENKO, 1925

Telescope "W & J. George Ltd, London"

Telescope "W & J. George Ltd, London"

Porcelain vase Saints with roe

Porcelain vase Saints with roe

A life of matches

A life of matches

NUDE RECLINING WOMAN, RUSSIA, LATE 19TH CENTURY

NUDE RECLINING WOMAN, RUSSIA, LATE 19TH CENTURY

Painting At the Fountain.

Painting At the Fountain.

MAJOLICA JARDINIÈRE IN THE FORM OF A BOAT WITH GRIFFINS

MAJOLICA JARDINIÈRE IN THE FORM OF A BOAT WITH GRIFFINS