ANTIQUE 20thC RUSSIAN SOLID SILVER & SHADED ENAMEL KOVSH, 11th ARTEL c.1910
Reference Number: A2356
Description
Antique 20th Century rare Imperial Russian Solid Silver & shaded cloisonne' enamel small Kovsh, of traditional form, with raised prow and unusual handle, beautifully decorated with shaded polychrome cloisonne' enamel with stylised scrolling foliage. The piece is Hallmarked Russian silver 84 (875 standard), Moscow, year 1908-1917, Maker's mark for 11th Artel, one of the most important and rare Russian manufacturers (the style is distinguished by Art nouveau influence with triangular and rectangular enamel cells, volutes, spirals, silver beads, green, ochre, violet-and-cream tints in a hazy "water-colour" style).
Condition
In Great Condition - Just general wear, one enamel bead is chipped.
Size
Height: 3cm
Width: 6.8 x 3.7cm
Weight: 40g