Antique Russian Imperial Silver 84 Cloisonne Enamel Easter Egg Hallmarks 84

  
The silversmith here is to the same superb standard as the enamel work just as one would expect from. The piece is beautifully finished and smooth, it feels lovely in the hand. The two halves of the egg fit perfectly, the precision of the friction fit so good that no hinge or clasp is required. The chasing detailed but delicate and soft to the touch.

We try to describe all items accurately and give good visual support through photographs and text. Please check all pictures; they are a major part of the description and best indication of condition. Kokoshnik is a traditional Russian head-dress worn by women and girls. It is tied at the back of the head with long thick ribbons in a large bow.

During the revival of Russian national culture in the late 19th century, these diadem-shaped tiaras became part of the official court dress for royalty and ladies-in-waiting. A woman head wearing the Kokoshnik inside contours of various shapes was used from 1899 to mark Russian silver. These marks are commonly known as "Kokoshnik". Width in middle 6.5 cm.

The item "ANTIQUE RUSSIAN IMPERIAL SILVER 84 CLOISONNE ENAMEL EASTER EGG HALLMARKS 84" is in sale since Sunday, August 16, 2020. This item is in the category "Antiques\Silver\Non-U.

The seller is "rare-antique-shop" and is located in amman. This item can be shipped worldwide.

1. Featured Refinements: Russian Silver 84
2. Style: Empire
3. Age: RUSSIAN SILVER 84
4. Material: Silver
5. Pattern: Empire
6. Region: Russia
7. Type: egg