Russian Metal Artworks

Paperweight with the figure of a bear and bell

    Paperweight with the figure of a bear and bell

    Russian Empire, Kiev

    1908-1917

    First Kiev jeweler and art-engraving workshop

    Silver, onyx, velvet; casting, chasing, mounting

    5.0 x 20.5 x 5.7 cm

    Marks: “1.К.АРТЕЛЬ”; tee of Kiev district Assay office in 1908-1917 with alloy “84”

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    Onlay silver cast figure of a lying bear is fixed on rectangular onyx base with irregular lateral sides and four silver supports in the form of smooth hemispheres. Silver bell-button is near it. The rear side is covered with yellow velvet.

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    Инв.3510/ДПИ