Russian Empire More Objets d'Art and Vertu

This inkwell is one of the finest examples we have had in our collection to date. Crafted by the firm 'Dreyfous' the inkwell is made from .800 purity silver, etched crystal and cranberry guilloche enamel. The square form crystal base which sits upon four scroll feet is etched with floral motifs and bordered by gilded .800 purity silver that features panels of rich cranberry guilloche enamel. The central bulbous inkwell features further guilloche enamel that is overlaid with silver garlands and a hinged lid with floral knop. To the inside of the inkwell sits what appears to be its original glass ink liner which is in lovely condition. To the inside rim of the well is engraved 'Dreyfous Paris Londres New York' which helps date the piece to between 1890 and 1920. Queen Alexandra and Queen Mary of England were both frequent customers of Edouard Henry Dreyfous...

A fine Tiffany & Co. double star key holder. In sterling silver with a star-shaped pendant charm attached to a star-shaped key holder. Simply a great pie...

Elegant, rare, and dating to the late Qing period (circa 1890s), this hand-carved nearly colorless white nephrite plaque has been etched on both sides. One one, the Chinese mythological figure known as Zhang Guo Lao is depicted riding a mule. On the opposite side, a magpie sits on a branch of cherry blossoms. The magpie is associated with intelligence. The carving is breathlessly simple and excellent; the work executed -of course- without the aid of electricity or modern tools. Measuring 42.54mm x 29.92mm, the plaque has a hole drilled through the center, which is original to the piece. A silver bail is threaded through the hole and a pair of beads -black jade and coral- reside at the bottom. The jade plaque hands from a 1920s silver chain that is 32" in length. Prior to the discovery of and appreciation for the very fine green jadeite from Burma, colorless, opaque, pure white nephrite jade from the Northern mountains of China was the most revered jade; the original "imperial jade, as only members of the royal court could wear or even touch it. Most of what is commercially sold today as "mutton fat...

Scalloped bowl dish designed by Bvlgari. Beautiful vintage piece with fluted patterns, created in Rome Italy by the luxury house of Bulgari. This scalloped dish has been carefully c...

Desk Pen & pencil cup holder designed by Bvlgari. Beautiful vintage piece with fluted patterns, created in Rome Italy by the luxury house of Bulgari...

Rare Sampson Mordan Sterling Silver four slide Pencil case C.1890. Stamped Mordan & Co. This sliding pencil would have probably attached to a watch chain....

'Russian Roulette' is a set of intricate and expressive bar accessories inspired by the cupolas of Moscow's Saint Basil's Cathedral. A range of crystal glassware etched and gold engraved with Webster's smoking gun motif, handcrafted in the UK. Each glass is individually hand-blown and engraved complementing the Russian Roulette bar tools, presented in yellow gold and rose gold. Smoking Gun Martini Flask and Cooler - Fill the cooler with ice to keep your favourite martini cold in the flask. Please enquire for your exclusive price if your delivery country is outside of the United Kingdom. Spanning four vibrant decades, Stephen Webster’s eponymous brand has become internationally renowned for creating bold, innovative, sometimes disruptive but always beautifully crafted fine jewellery. Over those years our lesser known, primarily bespoke pieces, have taken us to the table top, kitchen counter and bar. With unique designs that continue to break the rules, the homeware collection features artistic pieces such as the Beast’s Chef’s Knives; six sculpted bronze ‘Beasts’ with hand-forged Damascus steel blades, hand blown aquatic-themed glassware and an extraordinary sterling silver Tequila bar set and lead crystal glasses inspired by iconic characters from Mexican folklore and presented in a bespoke Tanner Krolle leather case. Other pieces include figurative ‘Urchin’ salt and pepper pots, a pair of whimsical ‘Mouse’ cheese knives, champagne flutes adorned with Tahitian pearls and the Last Straw; a handcrafted sterling silver straw...

From the Romanov era, period of Tsar Nicholas II, the tapering cylindrical quill of rococo design, the ends decorated with scrolls, one with a reeded foliate border. by Fabergé, workmaster Julius...

'Russian Roulette' is a set of intricate and expressive bar accessories inspired by the cupolas of Moscow's Saint Basil's Cathedral. A range of crystal glassware etched and gold eng...

From the Romanov era, period of Tsar Nicholas II, a shell-shaped serving dish with blue border and scroll designs and central Cyrillic cipher or emblem (worn), stamped with blue overglaze factory mark. By the Kuznetsov Factory, Moscow, circa 1900 9 1/4 x 5 ½ in. (24 x 44 cm.) Founded in 1810 by Iakov Vasilevich Kuznetsov in the Moscow Provinces, the factory flourished in the 19th century adding several branches in other regions. In 1902 the firm received the title "Purveyor to the Imperial Court" and by the end of the Romanov era, had become the largest of its kind in Russia, even absorbing the Gardner Factory, Russia's oldest private porcelain factory. Kuznetsov porcelain...

Gold box or snuffbox in chased gold with leaf foliage patterns and floral friezes. The hinged lid is decorated with a Rogat medallion representing the profile of Napoleon Bonaparte: "The return of the mortuary ashes of Napoleon 1st...

‘Tequila Lore’ is a set of bold and eye-catching bar accessories that celebrates Mexico’s culture, folklore and famous tipple—tequila. This made-to-order collection is steeped in meaning and depicts the creatures found in the country’s centuries-old myths and fables. Highly practical, the set includes knives, tongs, cocktail strainers, measurers and salt shakers—all essential tools needed to create exceptional cocktails interpreted in the most artistic way. The complete set, including bar tools and glasses, is presented in a bespoke leather case. Snake Swiss Army Knife...