Lot 126
  • 126

A Russian gilded silver and shaded enamel swing-handled cake Basket, Maria Semenova, Moscow, 1898-1908

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • gilded silver, enamel
  • height (handle raised) 5 7/8 in. (15 cm)
the lobed body with shaped rim, enameled with brightly colored tulips and irises on a stippled gilt ground, raised on shaped foot, 84 standard

Condition

several small areas of loss consistent with age and use: 2 pinpoint areas on top of handle, and smaller areas of loss to floral elements, primarily at upper row
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