Russian art

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

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

An impressive Empire style chandelier, consisting of a blue, painted sphere with voluminous gilded stars, suspended on massive chains from an upper rosette, richly decorated with palmettes and cone clusters. The central part of the lamp consists of 9 (nine) horns, made in the shape of swans and located in a circle in the central part of the sphere. Electrified. Dimensions: 130x66x66 cm. A similar Russian gilded bronze chandelier of spherical design was sold at Christies, Paris, April 14, 2015, Le Goût Français - Art decoratifs du XVIIe sisècle au XIXe siècle, lot 179 Literature: Hans Ottomeyer and Peter Proschel, Vergoldete Bronzen, Klinkhardt et Biermann, Munich , 1986, p. 359, table 5.11.4

Glass holder "Flowers"

Glass holder "Flowers"

Twin frames

Wine Tasting Cup/ Tastevin

Wine Tasting Cup/ Tastevin

Glass holder "Flowers"

Glass holder "Flowers"

Painting "Landscape" Timergaleev

Painting "Landscape" Timergaleev

Kuznetsovs porcelain teapot.

Kuznetsovs porcelain teapot.

Art Nouveau style box.

Art Nouveau style box.

Ivan Puni. Ceramic candy bowl with pagoda glaze, mid-20th century.

Ivan Puni. Ceramic candy bowl with pagoda glaze, mid-20th century.

Study. New Athos Monastery 1954.

Study. New Athos Monastery 1954.

SILVER KOVSH WITH ENAMELS AND GARNETS BY THE FIRM OF PAVEL OVCHINNIKOV RUSSIA, MOSCOW, TURN OF THE 19TH–20TH CENTURIES

SILVER KOVSH WITH ENAMELS AND GARNETS BY THE FIRM OF PAVEL OVCHINNIKOV RUSSIA, MOSCOW, TURN OF THE 19TH–20TH CENTURIES

A silver kovsh produced in the workshops of the firm of Pavel Ovchinnikov, Purveyor to the Imperial Court, at the turn of the 19th–20th centuries.The vessel is of rounded, slightly flattened form with low sides and a clearly defined horizontal rim, fitted with an elongated horizontal handle. The body is reinforced with radial ribs, creating a clear structural rhythm and emphasizing the architectural clarity of the silhouette. A wide decorative band with a geometric carved ornament runs around the body, set with evenly spaced cabochon-cut garnets mounted in closed settings. The deep dark-red tone of the stones contrasts with the cool sheen of the silver, enhancing the jewel-like character of the piece. The interior of the kovsh is fully gilded.The handle is shaped as an elongated spatulate form and decorated with an enamelled cross featuring a hawk in the central medallion — an emblematic motif rooted in heraldic tradition. This symbol lends the object a pronounced ceremonial and status-related character, typical of presentation pieces of the late 19th century.The kovsh represents a characteristic work from the late period of the firm of Pavel Ovchinnikov, combining strict constructive form, decorative enamel and the use of natural gemstones, reflecting the artistic tendencies of Moscow silver workshops at the turn of the century.Marks: Maker’s mark beneath the double-headed eagle, “P. OVCHINNIKOV”; Russian state assay mark for silver “84” with the kokoshnik head; Assay master’s mark “IL” — Ivan Lebedkin, Moscow. The marks correspond to the period 1899–1908.Dimensions: Length 14.5 cm. Height 3.5 cm. Diameter 9 cm.Weight: 145 g.Condition: Good. Even gilding. Enamels and garnets intact. Minor signs of careful use consistent with age.Provenance: Private collection.

Riga stove-maker diploma in 1912.

Riga stove-maker diploma in 1912.

Chromolithography from Okhota. Peter Sokolov.

Chromolithography from Okhota. Peter Sokolov.

Author`s ceramic vase Dancing on the shore. Kalapyshina. 2019 year.

Author`s ceramic vase Dancing on the shore. Kalapyshina. 2019 year.

Alexander Ivanovich Misurev. Jnte. Winter landscape .

Alexander Ivanovich Misurev. Jnte. Winter landscape .

Painting Subcarpathian Rus, Normand Yevgeny Osipovich. 1930.

Painting Subcarpathian Rus, Normand Yevgeny Osipovich. 1930.

Study Summer Day. Serov Vasily Vasilievich (1911 - 1992). 1973 g.

Study Summer Day. Serov Vasily Vasilievich (1911 - 1992). 1973 g.

Alfred Alexander Gelhar. Blooming apple tree.

Alfred Alexander Gelhar. Blooming apple tree.

SILVER TEA SET WITH CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL AND THE INSCRIPTION “PRIYATNOGO APPETITA” RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1891

SILVER TEA SET WITH CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL AND THE INSCRIPTION “PRIYATNOGO APPETITA” RUSSIA, MOSCOW, 1891

An elegant silver tea set produced in Moscow in 1891, representing a characteristic example of Russian decorative silverwork of the late 19th century. The ensemble comprises a large jam-serving spoon bearing the decorative inscription “Priyatnogo Appetita” (“Bon Appétit”), a tea strainer, and sugar tongs. All elements are crafted in 88 zolotnik silver and richly adorned with high-quality polychrome cloisonné enamel.The ornamental decoration is based on a refined combination of deep blue, turquoise, violet, and white enamels forming intricate vegetal and geometric motifs typical of the Moscow school of the late 19th century. Selected surfaces are enhanced with fire-gilding, emphasizing the decorative richness and ceremonial character of the ensemble. The inscription on the spoon carries an intimate, almost personal tone, reflecting the gift-giving traditions and tea etiquette of the period.The set is presented in its original wooden case with a fabric-lined interior precisely fitted to the contours of each object, underscoring its status as a complete and unified presentation ensemble.Marks: Maker’s mark “AK”, presumably Antip Ivanovich Kuzmichev; assay mark indicating silver fineness “88”; date mark “1891”; Moscow assay office mark.Dimensions: Vary according to each item.Weight: 183 g.Condition: Good.Provenance: Private collection.

Painting Seascape, Alexander Lagimov (1903-1990).

Painting Seascape, Alexander Lagimov (1903-1990).

Still life with Cup and Asters.

Still life with Cup and Asters.

Zenta Muceniece White Bird. 1970 year.

Zenta Muceniece White Bird. 1970 year.

Sketch for scenography The Tale of the Invisible City of Kitezh. Arturs Lapiņš

Sketch for scenography The Tale of the Invisible City of Kitezh. Arturs Lapiņš

Painting Children by the Fireplace. Copy of 20 years, author Novikov.

Painting Children by the Fireplace. Copy of 20 years, author Novikov.

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.

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