Bidspirit auction | A RUSSIAN SILVER TEA GLASS

A RUSSIAN SILVER TEA GLASS HOLDER WITH OPENWORK FILIGREE DESIGN - The cylindrical holder finely worked in open filigree silver, composed of intricate scrolling foliage and lattice motifs within geometric borders, with a shaped angular handle of matching pierced filigree. The base and rim are reinforced with plain silver bands, lending structure to the delicate design. Retains a fitted, cut-glass insert with starburst decoration. Hallmarks: 'KAM'. This piece reflects the traditional Russian silversmith’s mastery of filigree a decorative technique rooted in 17th–19th century ecclesiastical and folk silverwork. The maker’s mark KAM likely corresponds to a late Imperial or early Soviet-period workshop continuing the artisanal filigree tradition of regions such as Kazan or Kostroma. Weight: 3.7 oz., (104 g.) 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: 4 1/4 in., (10.8 cm.) Condition: The base has several small dents. The body is not deformed. Surface lightly tarnished consistent with age.