Another Great Auction 19th February

Catalog

A Late 18th Century Russian Silver Gilt Charka, Moscow, 1791

Lot 135: A Late 18th Century Russian Silver Gilt Charka, Moscow, 1791

The auction will start in __ days and __ hours

Estimated price: £80 - £120

Buyer's premium:

A Russian silver charka, or vodka cup, featuring a lobed rim and a body decorated with engraved arched panels. The piece is crafted with a gold-washed vermeil interior and a single ornate scroll handle, all supported by a low circular pedestal foot. The underside of the foot bears several clear hallmarks, including the 84 zolotnik silver standard mark and the Moscow city mark depicting St. George and the Dragon. The assay master mark A.A is struck above the date 1791, alongside the maker mark A.B.

Width: 3.5 inches (including handle)