A Large Russian 14-Karat Gold, Enamel and Gemstone Mounted Spinach Jade Kovsh-Form Punch Service
Sale 940 - European Furniture & Decorative Arts
Lots 1-276
Oct 19, 2021
5:00AM CT
Lots 277-522
Oct 20, 2021
5:00AM CT
Live / Chicago
Estimate
$10,000 -
$15,000
Sold for $20,000
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
A Large Russian 14-Karat Gold, Enamel and Gemstone Mounted Spinach Jade Kovsh-Form Punch Service
20th Century
the handle with the applied sigil of Czar Nicholas II, the front of the kovsh bowl with an applied double-eagle head crest, together with six similarly decorated kovshi to use as cups.
with spurious marks for Michael Perchin and Fabergé, each further marked with '56' standard on underside of handle
Height of bowl 6 1/2 x width 12 x depth 9 1/2 inches.
with spurious marks for Michael Perchin and Fabergé, each further marked with '56' standard on underside of handle
Height of bowl 6 1/2 x width 12 x depth 9 1/2 inches.
Property from the Collection of Abby Thomas, Bristol, Indiana
Condition Report
Height of cups 1 1/2 x width 3 1/2 x depth 2 3/8 inches. The large bowl housed in a wood case, the smaller six bowls housed in a second wood case. The large bowl in good and stable condition overall with one gemstone missing from the left eagle's neck in the crest on the body; light surface wear in the form of minor scratches to the underside of the bowl and handle. The smaller bowls in good condition, not lacking any gemstones. Few examples with slightly bent hanging hooks on the reverse of the handles, but remain intact and functionable. Additional images available upon request.
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