Lot 76
  • 76

A Russian silver and enamel cigarette case, Klebnikov, Moscow, 1875

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • fully marked on base and cover

  • silver, enamel
  • length 3 1/2 in.
  • 8.8cm
rounded rectangular form, the cover champlevé enameled with a spray of lilies of the valley, the base engraved with contemporary interlace cypher below a plumed helmet

Provenance

A la Vieille Russie, New York

Condition

minor surface scratches, small bruise to cover at 1:00, otherwise good, charming painting
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