Bidspirit auction | Figure of the Ancient God

Figure of the Ancient God of Winemaking by First Kiev Artel - Figure of the ancient god of winemaking. Silver, casting, chasing. Makers mark of «1KARTEL» on the base. Kiev, 1908-1917. Figure of the ancient god of winemaking and merriment shown in a dynamic pose: Bacchus sits on a raised base, holding a bottle in his right hand as if inviting to a feast. His face is full of vitality, the features slightly grotesque, emphasizing the character of the image. The base is adorned with rich relief decoration: grape clusters, leaves, and neo-Baroque ornaments. At the center of the front side is an oval cartouche framed with scrolls and shells. Made by the Kiev Artel, founded in 1900 — one of the finest jewelry firms in Russia. In 1905, its craftsmen became part of the Kiev branch of Fabergé, which was located at the same address as the Artel: 15 Khreshchatyk. Dimensions: 15-1 x 12 x 13 cm. Total weight: 211 g.