Lot 127
Six Russian Enameled Silver Spoons
Sale 1208 - European Furniture & Decorative Arts
Jul 19, 2023 10:00AM CT
Live / Chicago
Estimate
$800 - $1,200

Sold for $1,638

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
Six Russian Enameled Silver Spoons
Various Makers, 19th/20th Century
comprising examples marked for the 6th Artel, Moscow; Sergei Shapshnikov, Moscow; Grigory Sbetnayev, Moscow; two examples marked for Maria Semenova, Moscow and an example with illegible marks.
each marked with '84' standard
5 ozt 12 dwt gross
Length of longest 5 7/8 inches.
This lot is located in Chicago.
Condition Report
The 6th artel example with an area of fluorescence under UV light on edge of enamel decoration on bowl. Does not appear as an overt restoration under natural light. Example with the bowl decorated with a floral element on a blue ground with extensive restoration to enamel on bowl and handle. Other examples appear in good, stable condition. Additional images available upon request.

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