Estate / Collection: Property of a Private Collection
Russian Silver-Gilt and Cloisonné Enamel Cigarette Case
Maker's mark indistinct, Moscow, 1899-1908
Rectangular, the hinged cover enameled with two love birds on a branch at the water's edge, amid flowers and foliage, on a gilt-stippled ground, the sides and reverse enameled with varicolored flowers and scrolling foliage, all within white pellet borders. Length 3 3/4 inches (9.53 cm).
Sold for $4,410
Estimated at $2,500 - $3,500
Includes Buyer's Premium
Estate / Collection: Property of a Private Collection
Russian Silver-Gilt and Cloisonné Enamel Cigarette Case
Maker's mark indistinct, Moscow, 1899-1908
Rectangular, the hinged cover enameled with two love birds on a branch at the water's edge, amid flowers and foliage, on a gilt-stippled ground, the sides and reverse enameled with varicolored flowers and scrolling foliage, all within white pellet borders. Length 3 3/4 inches (9.53 cm).
Maker's mark possibly V. Agafonov. In generally good condition; one corner slightly impacted; gilding rubbed; minor enamel losses to white pellets in areas; gilding rubbed in areas.
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Auction: Old Master & 19th Century Paintings & Drawings / English & Continental Silver, V, Oct 20, 2022