13. SILVER SALT THRONE WITH OPENWORK BACK RUSSIA, LATE 19TH CENTURY

ID-ANTQ-16122
live_auctionAUCTION OF RUSSIAN AND EUROPEAN ART No. 15 · Part I
Auction begins: 02 May 2026 12:00
Estimate: 300-500 EUR
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SILVER SALT THRONE WITH OPENWORK BACK RUSSIA, LATE 19TH CENTURY

A rare silver salt cellar in the form of a throne, with a tall, intricately pierced back executed in chisel technique. The composition combines geometric and vegetal motifs characteristic of the Moscow Neo-Russian style of the late 19th century. The upper part of the back is decorated with a complex openwork pattern centered around a solar emblem, symbolizing prosperity and well-being. The trapezoidal body features profiled edges and a geometric border. The interior is richly gilt, giving the piece a festive appearance while protecting the silver from salt corrosion.

Hallmarks: Maker’s mark “МР”; assay mark “84” with Moscow city emblem, corresponding to the 84 silver standard.

Dimensions: Height: 8.5 cm. Width: 7.5 cm.

Weight: 75.4 g.

Condition: Good. Minor surface wear and light patina, partial loss of gilding. No deformations or restorations.

Provenance: Private European collection.

Condition: Good, with traces of use
Style: Neo-Russian
Country: Russia
Period: At the turn of 19th -20th century
Warranty: Seller Warranty
Material: Silver 84, Gilding
Product sizes: Height - 8.5cm, Width - 7.5cm, Depth - 4.5cm
Location: Gallery "Antiqon", Brivibas street 52, Riga, Latvia
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