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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.

SILVER LADLE IN THE STYLE OF RUSSIAN MODERN, 5TH ARTEL OF JEWELERS, RUSSIA, EARLY 20TH CENTURY

SILVER LADLE IN THE STYLE OF RUSSIAN MODERN, 5TH ARTEL OF JEWELERS, RUSSIA, EARLY 20TH CENTURY

Russian silver salt shaker in the form of a cast-iron.

Russian silver salt shaker in the form of a cast-iron.

Miniature silver Fabergé kovsh with cloisonné and stained glass enamel. Fyodor Rückert, Moscow, 1908–1917

Miniature silver Fabergé kovsh with cloisonné and stained glass enamel. Fyodor Rückert, Moscow, 1908–1917

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

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

Sunset landscape on the river. Russia 20th century.

Sunset landscape on the river. Russia 20th century.

750 gold ring in Art Deco style with three diamonds.

750 gold ring in Art Deco style with three diamonds.

LANDSCAPE WITH A POND IN EVENING LIGHT. A. KONSTANTINOVA RUSSIA, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

LANDSCAPE WITH A POND IN EVENING LIGHT. A. KONSTANTINOVA RUSSIA, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY

Decagonal violet crystal glass with gold decoration. St. Petersburg, 1810.

Decagonal violet crystal glass with gold decoration. St. Petersburg, 1810.

GOLD COIN 5 RUBLES OF ALEXANDER III, 1889. RUSSIA

GOLD COIN 5 RUBLES OF ALEXANDER III, 1889. RUSSIA

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.

Magnificent holidays with a passionate row, an annual menaion and a two-row cycle of icons of the Mother of God - a kind of encyclopedia of the Mother of God images. A majestic monument to Christianity and late Russian icon painting, where in one image the annual and Mother of God universe of Orthodoxy is revealed, full of sacrifice. With the epicenter of suffering and resurrection, the testimony of all the upcoming saints and with hope in the miraculous images of the intercessor. The Virgin Mary series is interrupted by the marks of Unexpected Joy, Joy of All Who Sorrow, the Sign and Coronation of Mary - milestones of the communion and growth of spiritual truths. The Passion Series is composed of: the Ascension of Mary, the Old Testament Trinity, the Entry into Jerusalem, the Raising of Lazarus, the Washing of the Feet, the Last Supper, the Flagellation of Christ, the Imposition of the Crown of Thorns, the Carrying of the Cross, the Crucifixion, the Descent from the Cross and the Entombment. Particularly attractive is the rare completeness of the lists of icons of the Mother of God, which can serve as an encyclopedia of the Mother of God images. The bright decorative painting on a golden background sounds excitingly solemn and life-affirming. Cypress board, gesso, tempera, gilding. Russia. Second half of the 19th century. Dimensions: 53x44 cm.

CAST ICON THE SILENT CHRIST WITH SELECTED SAINTS RUSSIA, LATE 19TH CENTURY

CAST ICON THE SILENT CHRIST WITH SELECTED SAINTS RUSSIA, LATE 19TH CENTURY

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ICON “CHRIST IN GLORY WITH THE SYMBOLS OF THE FOUR EVANGELISTS”. RUSSIA, 20TH CENTURY

ICON “CHRIST IN GLORY WITH THE SYMBOLS OF THE FOUR EVANGELISTS”. RUSSIA, 20TH CENTURY

Chinese dish from the Gardner factory.

Chinese dish from the Gardner factory.

Painting "City landscape" Timergaleev

Painting "City landscape" Timergaleev

Theatrical costume sketch Russian merchant of the 17th century.

Theatrical costume sketch Russian merchant of the 17th century.

A. Lanin. Cyclops. Monotype 1966.

A. Lanin. Cyclops. Monotype 1966.

Watercolor Young seller of vegetables on the streets of Rome.

Watercolor Young seller of vegetables on the streets of Rome.

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

A large porcelain decorative plate with a genre scene made in the technique of polychrome painting, located in the mirror of the plate and a stylized Russian-style leaf ornament along the flat side of the dish. The picturesque painting of the plate is made by hand. On the relief edge of the side of the plate, gold and blue decorative stripes are applied. Such decorative decoration and a flat side give the plate the appearance of a genre picture, framed in a beautiful painted frame. The reverse side of the plate is decorated along its side with a golden cover and an inscription with the name of the painting plot. The genre scene in the center of the plate is made to the motive of the Russian epic Mikula Selyaninovich, as evidenced by the inscription on the bottom of the dish - the epic Mikula Selyaninovich. The episode of the summoning of Mikula Selyaninovich by the bogatyr Volga Svyatoslavich to collect taxes is depicted. Typical is the image of the epic hero not in elegant boots, but in simple peasant bast shoes. Some researchers of the Russian epic interpret this scene as a meeting of the hunter god with the plowman god. This interpretation is due to the fact that Mikula Selyaninovich in Russian culture personified the god of agriculture. In the lower left part of the genre picture is the signature of the artist-ceramist, presented in the form of a monogram consisting of Latin and Russian capital block letters DB (unknown artist of the Kuznetsov factory). The plate is part of a series of several similar plates decorated on the theme of the Russian folk epic (at least 9 pieces), made in the Russian style in the second half of the 19th century (1870-1880s) at the Tver faience factory of M.S. Kuznetsov. The Tver faience factory was acquired by M.S. Kuznetsov in 1870, which already under the first owner and founder of the factory (the Auerbach family) became famous in Russia for products in the pseudo-Russian style. A series of epic plates from the Tver factory may have been exhibited at the Polytechnic Exhibition of 1889. Production mark of the factory M.S. Kuznetsov in Tver in the form of a small state emblem - a double-headed eagle and the inscription M.S. Kuznetsov Tver province located on the tape. The printed stamp is filled with gold, which testifies to the special purpose of the subject. Russian Empire, Tver province. Factory of M.S. Kuznetsov. 1870-1889 years.Porcelain, hand-painted polychrome, gilding, golden cover. Collection safety. Diameter - 25.5 cm, weight - 668 gr.

Glass holder flowers

Glass holder flowers

Night landscape V.I. Zarubina.Russia

Night landscape V.I. Zarubina.Russia

Watercolor. Italian look. Landscape in the mountains.

Watercolor. Italian look. Landscape in the mountains.

Gold coin 5 rubles of Alexander III, 1889. Russia

Gold coin 5 rubles of Alexander III, 1889. Russia

Decorative dish "Flowers" PFF

Decorative dish "Flowers" PFF

A. Lanin. Buffoon. Monotype. 1965.

A. Lanin. Buffoon. Monotype. 1965.

Icon of the Savior Almighty. 19th century

Icon of the Savior Almighty. 19th century

The image of the Protection of the Most Holy Theotokos. Mid-third quarter of the 19th century.

The image of the Protection of the Most Holy Theotokos. Mid-third quarter of the 19th century.

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