Bidspirit auction | ANTIQUE RUSSIAN SILVER-GILT CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL
ANTIQUE RUSSIAN SILVER-GILT CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL CIGARETTE CASE - A fine antique Russian silver-gilt cloisonné enamel box, case, Moscow, circa 1890–1910. Elegantly decorated with a vibrant turquoise ground of intricate scrolling ornament, framed by bold red and white geometric borders and centered with a richly colored floral medallion. The crisp execution and rich color palette reflect the high level of Moscow enamel workshops of the Imperial period. The interior is fully gilt, providing a warm contrast to the vivid enamel exterior. Marked with 88 silver standard and Cyrillic maker’s initials “НА”, attributed to Nikolai Andreev. Dimensions Size: 3 x 2 1/4 in (7.6 x 5.7 cm) Weight: 115 g Condition Overall good antique condition. The cloisonné enamel remains largely intact with vibrant colors. The gilt silver surfaces display age-appropriate wear, light surface scratches to the bowl interiors, and minor tarnishing. The hallmarks remain clearly legible on the stems. Condition is consistent with age.