Bidspirit auction | A SOVIET SILVER-ALLOY TEA GLASS

A SOVIET SILVER-ALLOY TEA GLASS HOLDER WITH TROIKA - Of cylindrical form on a spreading circular foot, the body decorated in repoussé with a dynamic troika scene depicting a driver urging three galloping horses along a snowy landscape, with passengers in the sleigh. The handle of scrolled form with beaded edging, typical of mid-century Soviet craftsmanship. Hallmarks: Mstera city mark. Weight: 3.4 oz., (94 g.) The Mstera workshop (Мстера), located in the Vladimir Oblast region of Russia, was among the postwar Soviet silver producers continuing pre-revolutionary metalworking traditions. The troika motif was a popular theme in decorative Soviet metalwork, symbolizing speed, progress, and Russian heritage. 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: 4 in., (10 cm.) Condition: Very good with only light tarnishing to the surface.