Lot 0065
Britzin. Egyptian Style Photo Frame
Estimate: 2500-3500€
Britzin. An Egyptian style photo frame.
Silver, casting, guilloche enamel, Karelian wood.
Makers. Mark of «IB». Petersburg, 1908-1917. Dimensions: 12.5 x 11.6 x 2.3 cm. Total weight: 178.6 g
A circular photo frame made of Karelian birch with silver mounts depicting figures and ornamental motifs, referred to Egyptian art. The photograph opening is surrounded by a border of sky-blue guilloché enamel, lending the piece a vivid decorative accent. The interplay of warm wood, cool silver, and vibrant enamel reflects the stylistic tendencies of Russian Art Nouveau in the early 20th century.
Ivan Brytzin (I.B., Britzin)
Jeweler. Born in Moscow province. In 1903 earned the title of Master of the Silver Trade in St. Petersburg, possibly apprenticed with Fabergé. Opened his own workshop the same year (6 Spassky Lane). From 1907 — Master of Gold and Silver Work. In 1910 founded the workshop “Russian Enamel” (12 Malaya Konyushennaya Street). Produced snuffboxes, cigarette cases, desk clocks, cufflinks, buckles, and other items. From 1909 participated in Russian and international exhibitions.
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Starting price: 2000€
Estimate: 2500-3500€
Hammer Price: UNSOLD€
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