Rare Antique Pair C1890 Russian Silver Hallmarked K.L. Bolin Cut Glass Clarets
Located in Nottingham, GB
This listing is for an exceptional pair of small bulbous claret jugs, decanters or whisky noggins, dating to approximately 1890 and featuring highly decorative 875-standard silver mounts associated with the renowned Bolin firm. Their diminutive proportions, superb cut glass and elaborate silver fittings make them particularly desirable collector’s pieces.
The glass has the distinctive subtle grey tone often encountered in glass of this period, with one decanter being slightly darker than the other. Both feature beautifully executed geometric cutting, including hexagonal star-cut decoration to the bodies, stepped faceted cutting to the necks and star-cut bases. The applied handles are particularly attractive, with their strong right-angle form and faceted construction giving them a wonderfully architectural appearance reminiscent of late Victorian and early Art Nouveau design.
The bulbous bodies are topped by superb solid 875 silver collars and hinged covers. Each lid features a close-fitting hinged mechanism with a thumb-push finial, together with a shaped pouring lip. The interiors of the silver lids retain traces of gilding, although there is some age-related loss. The hinges remain secure and fully functional.
Each decanter bears silver hallmarks to both the collar and lid, adding considerably to their authenticity and desirability. The combination of Russian silver, high-quality hand-cut glass and elaborate fitted mounts creates a particularly luxurious effect.
The Bolin name is associated with some of the finest Russian silver and jewellery of the late Imperial period. The firm became renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship and connections with the Russian Imperial Court, and surviving examples of Bolin silver...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Sterling Silver
MaterialsCrystal, Sterling Silver