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MAGNIFICENT PAIR OF CRYSTAL TAZZAS ON SILVER STANDS. BRATYA GRACHEVY FIRM RUSSIA, SAINT PETERSBURG, LATE 19TH CENTURY

MAGNIFICENT PAIR OF CRYSTAL TAZZAS ON SILVER STANDS. BRATYA GRACHEVY FIRM RUSSIA, SAINT PETERSBURG, LATE 19TH CENTURY

An exceptional museum-quality pair of ceremonial tazzas, created in the workshop of the Bratya Grachevy firm, official Purveyors to the Imperial Court, and reflecting the highest achievements of Russian jewellery and silversmithing art of the late nineteenth century.The composition is built on a striking contrast between the massive cut-crystal bowls and the sculptural silver stands, formed as stylised dolphins. The figures are rendered in dynamic movement, with finely chased scales and expressively modelled heads and fins. The dolphins’ tails support shell-shaped elements that form a refined transition between the stands and the bowls, lending the ensemble a harmonious and sculpturally unified silhouette.Each stand rests on three twisted branches adorned with relief foliage, enhancing the organic quality and decorative richness of the design. The crystal bowls are executed in deep cut techniques, featuring star-shaped rosettes and geometric patterns that create a rich play of light and emphasise the ceremonial character of the objects.Marks: Full maker’s mark “BR. GRACHEVY” with the double-headed eagle, characteristic of the Bratya Grachevy firm, Purveyors to the Imperial Court; state assay mark of the Saint Petersburg Assay Office with the “84” silver standard in an oval cartouche; assay mark with the coat of arms of Saint Petersburg, corresponding to the period of the late 1880s to early 1890s.Dimensions: Height: 23 cm and 25.5 cm (including crystal bowls). Diameter of crystal bowl: 28.8 cm.Weight: Total weight of the silver elements, excluding crystal bowls: 3944 g.Provenance: Private European collection.

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Melt waters Tolpekin

Melt waters Tolpekin

Painting Time-Out. Karjakin Vladimir Vasilievich.

Painting Time-Out. Karjakin Vladimir Vasilievich.

Lithographic illustration of Van Gogh with an addition.

Lithographic illustration of Van Gogh with an addition.

ISAAC ILYICH LEVITAN (1860–1900) COUNTRY ROAD LATE 19TH CENTURY

ISAAC ILYICH LEVITAN (1860–1900) COUNTRY ROAD LATE 19TH CENTURY

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Painting Still life with a jug. Konstantin Ronchevsky.

Painting Still life with a jug. Konstantin Ronchevsky.

Alexander Kramarev. Sketch for a showcase of an antique shop ARS, 1923

Alexander Kramarev. Sketch for a showcase of an antique shop ARS, 1923

Vitaly Anatolyevich Polyakov. Down the Volga. 1959 year.

Vitaly Anatolyevich Polyakov. Down the Volga. 1959 year.

V.A.Polyakov "Crimea. Rocky shore .

V.A.Polyakov "Crimea. Rocky shore .

Painting Russian Troika.

Painting Russian Troika.

CAUCASIAN SHASHKA WITH GILT SILVER AND BONE DECORATION RUSSIA, 19TH CENTURY

CAUCASIAN SHASHKA WITH GILT SILVER AND BONE DECORATION RUSSIA, 19TH CENTURY

A ceremonial Caucasian shashka executed in the traditions of the North Caucasian arms workshops of the second half of the 19th century. The piece represents a distinguished example of edged weaponry of the Russian Empire, combining martial functionality with refined metal craftsmanship characteristic of Dagestan and related regional centres.The blade is steel, single-edged and moderately curved, with fullers providing both structural strength and lightness. The surface is free of etched ornament, bearing engraving on one side only. Its geometry corresponds to the classical Caucasian shashka type, designed for powerful cutting strokes with extended draw, distinguishing it from European sabres.The hilt is without a guard and features the characteristic “goose-neck” pommel. The grip scales are made of bone and secured with gilt silver mounts. The silver elements are decorated with niello ornament and stylised vegetal motifs, executed in traditional engraving filled with blackened alloy. The contrast between gilt silver, deep niello and light bone creates a striking decorative effect and emphasises the ceremonial nature of the weapon.The scabbard is wooden, leather-covered, and fitted with richly decorated gilt silver mounts. The ornamental system is structured around repeating medallions and stylised vegetal motifs typical of 19th-century Caucasian metalwork. Suspension rings for a sword belt are present. The construction corresponds to the Cossack method of wear adopted after the official inclusion of the shashka into the armament of the Russian Army.The artistic quality of execution, together with the use of gilt silver and bone inlay, suggests a ceremonial or officer’s weapon intended not only for service but also for the display of social rank.Marks: No marks observed on the visible elements.Dimensions: Overall length - 104 cm; Width - 9 cm.Condition: Good. Natural patina to the silver mounts, minor traces of age and light surface scratches to the blade. Decorative elements preserved.Provenance: Private collection.

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SILVER SALT CELLAR WITH CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL. M. OVCHINNIKOV MOSCOW, RUSSIA, 1908 - 1917

SILVER SALT CELLAR WITH CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL. M. OVCHINNIKOV MOSCOW, RUSSIA, 1908 - 1917

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ALEXANDRA EGOROVNA MAKOVSKAJA (1837 - 1915) FOREST ROAD RUSSIA, 1889

ALEXANDRA EGOROVNA MAKOVSKAJA (1837 - 1915) FOREST ROAD RUSSIA, 1889

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The painting Christmas divination. Copy of a painting by Makovsky. The beginning of the 20th century.

The painting Christmas divination. Copy of a painting by Makovsky. The beginning of the 20th century.

Painting Still Life. Disciple, follower of Vinogradov. 1930s

Painting Still Life. Disciple, follower of Vinogradov. 1930s

Vladimir Andrienko. Summer Landscape. (1926 - 1995, Riga)

Vladimir Andrienko. Summer Landscape. (1926 - 1995, Riga)

VLADIMIR NIKOLAEVICH NEMUKHIN (1925 - 2016). “JACK”, 1969 USSR, 1969

VLADIMIR NIKOLAEVICH NEMUKHIN (1925 - 2016). “JACK”, 1969 USSR, 1969

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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

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Silver ladle with enamel. St. Petersburg, last quarter of the 19th century.

Silver ladle with enamel. St. Petersburg, last quarter of the 19th century.

An exquisite silver ladle, made in the shape of a boat, is a magnificent example of decorative and applied art of the late 19th – early 20th centuries, created in the neo-Russian style. This artistic tradition combines elements of ancient Russian architecture and ornamentation, which is clearly evident in the design of the ladle. The inside of the ladle and the curved handle are decorated with an elegant floral ornament made using the cloisonné enamel technique. The central element of the composition is a double-headed eagle, the official symbol of the Russian Empire, skillfully decorated with turquoise enamel and framed by a refined gilded edging. The composition is complemented by a complex floral pattern made in rich and pastel shades, creating a harmonious balance and emphasizing the sophistication of the work. Hallmarks: The master`s name in Cyrillic letters NZ. Assay mark of Saint Petersburg with the image of the city coat of arms and the number 84, in an oval shield, corresponding to the last quarter of the 19th century. Dimensions: Length: 17 cm, Width: 9 cm, Height: 5 cm. Weight: 216 g.

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SILVER THRONE-SHAPED SALT CELLAR WITH THE PROVERB «WITHOUT SALT AND WITHOUT BREAD, HALF THE MEAL IS LOST» RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1882

SILVER THRONE-SHAPED SALT CELLAR WITH THE PROVERB «WITHOUT SALT AND WITHOUT BREAD, HALF THE MEAL IS LOST» RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1882

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SILVER THRONE-SHAPED SALT CELLAR WITH NIELLO MOSCOW, 1864

SILVER THRONE-SHAPED SALT CELLAR WITH NIELLO MOSCOW, 1864

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SILVER THRONE-FORM SALT CELLAR WITH NIELLO AND THE PROVERB “WITHOUT SALT AND BREAD, HALF THE MEAL” MOSCOW, 1866

SILVER THRONE-FORM SALT CELLAR WITH NIELLO AND THE PROVERB “WITHOUT SALT AND BREAD, HALF THE MEAL” MOSCOW, 1866

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A. Lanin. Buffoon. Monotype. 1965.

A. Lanin. Buffoon. Monotype. 1965.

SILVER-GILT SALT THRONE, IVAN KHLEBNIKOV FIRM, MOSCOW, 1875

SILVER-GILT SALT THRONE, IVAN KHLEBNIKOV FIRM, MOSCOW, 1875

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TEA AND COFFEE SET BY P. OVCHINNIKOV MOSCOW, LATE 19TH CENTURY

TEA AND COFFEE SET BY P. OVCHINNIKOV MOSCOW, LATE 19TH CENTURY

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Painting School of Hate. Igor Corti. 1971

Painting School of Hate. Igor Corti. 1971

Igor Corti. In Crimea. 1970 g.

Igor Corti. In Crimea. 1970 g.

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