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A RUSSIAN SILVER TROMPE L'OEIL CAKE BASKET Moscow 1891. The pierced basket
resting on four raised feet and chased to simulate basketry weave and a
linen napkin, chased with an Imperial Cypher. Assay mark of Moscow, dated
1891 and indistinct Cyrillic maker's mark. Length 11.25 inches (28.5 cm).
Estimate $2,500-$3,500 |
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A RUSSIAN SILVER PRESENTATION BOX Moscow 1908-1917. The hinged lid with
high relief troika scene and cabochon thumb piece. The body polished and
the front with dedicatory inscription dated May 22, 1923. Cyrillic maker's
mark of P.L., assay mark of Moscow 1908-1917. Length 7 inches (17.7 cm).
Estimate $800-$1,200 |
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A RUSSIAN SILVER AND NIELLO KOVSH Moscow 1869, the body overall nielloed
with scales and chased with scrolling strapwork, the rim nielloed in Old
Slavonic with a toasting verse. Cyrillic maker's mark V.S., 84 standard,
Moscow and dated 1869. Length 5.1 inches (14.2 cm). Estimate $500-$750 |
