Bidspirit auction | SILVER ENAMEL GOBLET. 20TH ARTEL


SILVER ENAMEL GOBLET. 20TH ARTEL OF MOSCOW RUSSIA, MOSCOW, EARLY 20TH CENTURY - An elegant silver goblet of cylindrical form with a slightly flared rim represents a striking example of artistic silverwork by the 20th Moscow Jewellery Artel of the early 20th century, executed in the style of Russian Art Nouveau. The body is decorated with polychrome cloisonné enamel arranged in a rhythmic system of gadrooned panels featuring stylised floral and vegetal motifs, complemented by geometric elements. The ornament is emphasised by filigree partitions and silver granulation. The upper rim is adorned with translucent plique-à-jour enamel inserts with geometric patterns. The polylobed circular foot is enriched with enamel ornament on a light blue ground. Gilt silver interior. Hallmarks: Mark “20th Moscow Artel”, period 1908–1917; state assay mark “84” zolotnik standard with a kokoshnik head facing right and cipher of the Moscow Assay Office; mark of the Moscow Assay Office. Dimensions: Height: 6.2 cm; Diameter: 7.5 cm. Weight: 112 g. Condition: Good condition. Minor wear consistent with age. Enamels well preserved, without losses. Provenance: Private European collection. Condition : Good Style : Modern Country : Russia Period : Early 20th century Warranty : Seller Warranty Material : Silver 84, Cloisonné enamel, Gilding Product sizes : Height - 6.2cm, Width - 7.5cm, Depth - 7.5cm Location : Gallery ”Antiqon”, Brivibas street 52, Riga, Latvia