Bidspirit auction | A RUSSIAN ENGRAVED PARCEL-GILT SILVER

A RUSSIAN ENGRAVED PARCEL-GILT SILVER IFC SILVER TEAPOT, C.1899–1908 - The body of tapering cylindrical form with a curved spout and scroll handle fitted with ivory insulators, the hinged cover surmounted by a turned finial. Finely engraved throughout with sinuous Art Nouveau floral motifs and interlaced scrolls enclosing a central cartouche with monogram. The interior gilded. Marks: 84 zolotnik standard with Moscow assay mark (St. George and dragon), Maker’s mark И.Ф.С. (I.F.S.) in Cyrillic, Assayer’s initials ”IS”. Weight: 458 g., (16.2 oz.) 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: 6 1/4 in, (15.9 cm.) Condition: The teapot is in very good condition, with a few tiny dents to bottom rim. The engraving is well preserved. The interior gilding is in excellent condition. Hallmarks clearly visible. Lid functions well with a nice fit.