Bidspirit auction | A RUSSIAN KHLEBNIKOV SILVER AND

A RUSSIAN KHLEBNIKOV SILVER AND ENAMEL TEAGLASS HOLDER, 1877 - Firm of Ivan Khlebnikov, Moscow, 1877. Of cylindrical form on a circular base, the body is richly decorated with intricate Neo-Russian geometric and foliate cloisonné enamel designs in shades of turquoise, green, cobalt blue, red, and white on a gilded stippled ground. The lower border features a scrolling floral frieze of cream and turquoise blossoms, while the upper rim is edged with a zig-zag blue band. The angular handle is hand-chased and faceted with turned knop terminals, typical of Khlebnikov’s masterful metalwork. Marks: on base, with Cyrillic maker’s mark ХЛЕБНИКОВЪ beneath the Imperial warrant (the double-headed eagle), 84 silver standard with Moscow city mark and assayer’s initials I.K., dated 1877. Weight: 7.6 o., 214 gr. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions offers in-house shipping. In case we can not accommodate a shipping request, a list of additional shippers will be provided. Dimensions: H: 2 7/8 in., (7.3 cm.) Condition: The enamel is well preserved, with no apparent signs of damage or restoration. Exterior with some minor dents to the metal. Russian silver hallmarks are clear and visible.