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Antique Russian Silver-Gilt and Niello Beaker, St. Petersburg, 1835

$2,631.37
£1,900
€2,234.83
CA$3,579.78
A$3,977.92
CHF 2,084.47
MX$48,782.11
NOK 26,586.24
SEK 25,011.35
DKK 16,679.82
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Russian silver-gilt and niello beaker from the early 19th century, crafted in St. Petersburg in 1835. This elegant vessel features a classic tapering cylindrical form, with the body beautifully adorned in niello with intricate foliate scrollwork and a scenic architectural motif framed by star and geometric borders. The niello work presents delicate blackened silver inlays that contrast strikingly with the gilded background, a signature element of Russian silversmithing from this period. The interior is lavishly gilded Fully hallmarked near the rim with: Maker’s mark "AA" (Cyrillic) — Alexander Alexandrov (attributed, active St. Petersburg early 1830s) Assayer’s mark "H.Д." (Cyrillic) — Nikolai Dubrovin, St. Petersburg assayer active circa 1830–1850 Date mark "1835" St. Petersburg city mark (anchor and crossed scepters) 84 Zolotnik standard (875/1000 silver purity) Silver purity: 84 Zolotnik (875/1000) Weight: 102 grams Height: 8 cm Diameter: 6.8 cm Condition: Very good antique condition. Minor rubbing to niello and gentle wear to gilding consistent with age and use. No major losses or repairs. Crisp hallmarks.
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1835
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Braintree, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2962344841362

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