Russian .916 Silver and Cloisonné-enameled Beaker

Description:

Russian .916 Silver and Cloisonné-enameled Beaker, c. 1885, bearing rubbed zolotnik mark, probably for St. Petersburg, lacking maker's or assayer's mark, with enameled registers of foliate arabesques tapering to a narrow knopped stem and enameled foot with plique-à-jour inset of a single rose to base, ht. 3 1/8 in., approx. 3.6 troy oz.
Estimate $600-800

In good overall condition with no losses, cracks, or overpainting to enamel.


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