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An impressive Russian silver-gilt and champlevé enamel spoon, the pear-shaped bowl richly decorated with scrolling floral ornament in polychrome enamels against a white ground, bordered in cobalt blue with gilt stars. The handle enameled en suite and terminating in a star motif. Maker’s mark of I. Sazikov manufactory, St. Petersburg, late 19th century.

Length: 21.4 cm
Weight: 84 g

The Sazikov firm was founded in Moscow in 1793 by Pavel Fedorovich Sazikov, a silversmith and merchant. In 1810 he established a factory and shop for silverware, later inherited by his son Ignaty Pavlovich Sazikov (1793–1868), one of the most distinguished jewelers of mid-19th century Russia. Ignaty expanded production, introduced specialization of labor and modern equipment, and established a training department for craftsmen. He also collaborated with leading sculptors and artists, including Ivan Vitali and Pyotr Klodt, to create designs.

By the mid-19th century, the firm was considered among the finest Russian jewelers and a pioneer of the national style in decorative arts. It earned numerous gold medals at Russian industrial exhibitions (1835–1865) and international recognition, including a gold medal and the Order of the Legion of Honor at the 1851 London and 1867 Paris World Exhibitions. Sazikov’s small-scale sculpture on Russian themes became especially celebrated.

After Ignaty’s death in 1868, the firm passed to his sons Sergei, Pavel, and Valentin, with branches in Moscow and St. Petersburg, until 1887, when it was sold to Ivan Khlebnikov’s firm. This spoon exemplifies the refined artistry and technical mastery that made Sazikov a leading name in Russian silver.

Starting price: 800€
Estimate: 1000-1200€
Hammer Price: Not sold

Imperial Russian sword M 1907 Bebut for artillery units. M1907 “Bebut” artillery sword was a specialized edged-weapon issued by the Imperial Russian Army, specifically designed for artillery units and machine-gun detachments (which were administratively integrated into the artillery branch)

Total length: 63.5 cm.
Blade length: 43.6 cm.
Blade width: 3.5 cm.

Starting price: 600€
Estimate: 700-800€
Hammer Price: UNSOLD€

A Russian Art-noveau style tea spoon. Makers mark of “EA”. Moscow, 1899-1908. Dimensions: 13.3 x 2.8 x 1.4 cm. Total weight: 24.8 g A Russian silver-gilt and cloisonné enamel spoon, the tear-shaped bowl decorated with a colorful floral composition in polychrome enamels against stippled gilt ground, bordered with white bead motifs. The twisted handle further enriched with geometric enamel designs in shades of blue, turquoise, and white, terminating in a crown-shaped finial.

Starting price: 150€
Estimate: 200-250€
Hammer Price: Not sold

A rare Russian Art Nouveau silver, filigree, enamel and gem-set travel icon of Saint George. Maker’s mark of Kuzma Konov by the S. Vashkov design. Sergey Vashkov was the leading designer of the Olovianishnikov manufactory and one of the most famous Russian Art Nouveau craftsmen. Moscow, 1908-1917.
Dimensions (without the pendant): 10.6 x 9.7 x 1.9 cm.

Starting price: 4000€
Estimate: 5000-6000€

Imperial Russian sword M 1907 Bebut for artillery units. Zlatoust, 1911y. Unit – “144. П.К.П.”

M1907 “Bebut” artillery sword was a specialized edged-weapon issued by the Imperial Russian Army, specifically designed for artillery units and machine-gun detachments (which were administratively integrated into the artillery branch)

Total length: 63.9 cm.
Blade length: 43.4 cm.
Blade width: 3.5 cm.

Starting price: 600€
Estimate: 700-800€
Hammer Price: UNSOLD€

A Caucasian Georgian Kindjal with Silver, Filigree and Niello.
On the back side of the handle something like gold buttons with engraved letter A.
Georgia. Beginning of 20 century.
Dimensions:
Total length: 51.5 cm.
Blade length: 34 cm.
Blade width: 3.5 cm.

Starting price: 500€
Estimate: 600-700€

A Russian Icon of “The Mother of God of Korsun”. Icon: wood, tempera, leaf and melted gold. Riza: silver 84 , chasing, mounting, edging, engraving, niello, enamel, colored stones or glass, gilding. Vladimir, 1857, master of F Che.
Dimensions: 33 x 27.5 x 5 cm. Riza weight: 558.5 g.

Starting price: 2500€
Estimate: 3000-3500€