Pushkin Alexander Serving Pieces

Silver plate shell pedestal with mother of pearl top caviar server. A very striking piece.

A monumental piece of history, this exquisite silver punch set was made for Czar Alexander III as a gift to British Captain Joseph Wiggins. Heavily decorated with rich engravings and proverbs in old Slavic lettering, this service is a grand symbol of celebration and a testament to the beauty of Russian Imperial silver. The punch set, a standalone treasure in its own right, was gifted by Czar Alexander III to Captain Wiggins in recognition of his pioneering expedition along the Enisei River. Driven by a desire to establish a sea route with Siberia, Captain Wiggins’ journey is notable for being the first successful endeavor by a British seaman in 300 years to extend commercial interests with the northern coasts of Russia. Even more notable is the presentation of this elaborate gift by the Russian government to a foreign national, particularly when the British government all but ignored Wiggins' efforts. In fact, the British government refused his modest request for surveying and observational instruments. Even so, the Czar was impressed, and chose to honor Wiggins with this exceptional punch service — as pictured and discussed in Henry Johnson’s book Captain Joseph Wiggins, written in 1907. The service was commissioned by the Czar from the House of Sazikov, the oldest silversmith and jewelry firm in Russia. Sazikov was established in 1793 by the merchant Pavel Sazikov, and became supplier to the Imperial Court in 1837. The firm, which maintained factories in Moscow and St. Petersburg, became renowned for its high quality silverware, silver sculptures, cloisonné enamels and statuettes with national motifs. The firm exhibited several cups and centerpieces at the Great Exhibition of 1851 in London, and from 1846, held the Imperial Warrant. The unique charm of this punch service lies not only in its craftsmanship and historical relevance, but also in the inclusion of old drinking...

We offer this rare Brutalist Mexican modern art glass jar with 5 designed by Felipe Derflingher, circa 1970.  

Antique turn of the century 13 piece Caviar Server, Soufflé and hanging spoon set, featuring a trophy urn style bowl with etched palm leaves on the body, brackets to support twelve s...

A beautiful silver-plated cookie jar with crystal liner. The lid is attached to the handle, a nice mechanism that allows you to open the cookie jar with one hand movement. A charming...

Rare Cartier Caviar Holder Elegant set of caviar bowls with silver decoration. The larger bowl, features a silver border with a decorative band in the three colors of gold. A remo...

Antique Victorian C.F. Monroe Wavecrest Art Nouveau Cigars Humidor Glass Jar Box. Circa Late 19th Century. Measurements: 5.5" H x 7" W x 7" D.

Rare California Modern American Arts & Crafts sterling silver Martele work hand hammered caviar bowl by Clemens Friedell, 1872-1963, Pasadena, Califor...

Crafted by the visionary Claus Josef Riedel, this rare, striking Mid-Century modern caviar serving bowl embodies sophistication and elegance. Designed for the esteemed Riedel-Mesa co...

Vintage Art Deco Bohemian Cut Crystal Glass Czech Ladies Vanity Powder Jar. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 3" H x 6.25" W x 6.25" D.

A pretty and rare Maitland Smith caviar stand. Stand with a patina brass shell motif base and a mother of pearl top.

Square vegetable dish with softened corners in the Louis XV style, adorned with a frieze of shells and finely chiseled leaf garlands. The twisted ribbed lid is topped with a handle i...