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Unknown (Historical) — A silver-gilt cloisonné enamel cigarette case, probably Moscow, 1908-1917

Unknown (Historical)

A silver-gilt cloisonné enamel cigarette case, probably Moscow, 1908-1917

A silver-gilt cloisonné enamel cigarette case from Moscow's pre-revolutionary period (1908-1917), representing the refined decorative arts traditions of Imperial Russia. This functional luxury object exemplifies the artistic excellence of early 20th-century Russian metalwork.

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Auction House · Sotheby's

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Russian Works of Art, Fabergé and Icons

November 30, 2021

Estimate: $3,000 – $5,000

Lot 612

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Unknown (Historical), A silver-gilt cloisonné enamel cigarette case, probably Moscow, 1908-1917

A silver-gilt cloisonné enamel cigarette case from Moscow's pre-revolutionary period (1908-1917), representing the refined decorative arts traditions of Imperial Russia. This functional luxury object exemplifies the artistic excellence of early 20th-century Russian metalwork.

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Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Imperial, Cloisonné, Decorative Arts, Early 20th Century, Enamel, Luxury, Moscow, Cigarette case, Silver Gilt, Russian

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