Dear Ladies and Gentlemen,
We are delighted to invite you to participate in the Christmas Online Auction No. 11 by Antiqon, which will take place on December 7, 2024.
Our catalog features exceptional works of Russian and European art from the 18th to 20th centuries: unique silverware from leading Russian jewelry workshops, masterpieces of artistic casting and cabinet sculpture, collectible items, and exquisite jewelry from renowned European jewelry houses.
Highlights of the Auction
Among the most remarkable lots are gold and silver snuffboxes crafted by jewelers from France, Switzerland, and Germany. Of particular note are:
A silver musical box with gilding and precious stones, featuring a singing bird, crafted by Karl Griesbaum, 1930s.
A rare silver erotic musical automaton box.
For enthusiasts of Russian applied art, we proudly present items crafted by leading suppliers to the Imperial Court, including masterpieces by Fabergé. Notable among them:
A silver egg-shaped caviar dish by Erik Kollin for the House of Fabergé.
Cold weapon collectors will be captivated by:
A Caucasian shashka with gold and silver decor, Russia, 19th century.
A Caucasian dagger in silver from Georgia, 19th century.
An honorary Cossack shashka marked with the insignia of the 1918 Ice March.
A Russian officer’s dragoon saber, model 1881–1909.
For numismatics enthusiasts, the auction offers a unique opportunity to acquire rare gold and silver coins minted in Russia and Europe.
Jewelry and Decorative Arts
In the spirit of the holiday season, we are proud to present a luxurious collection of jewelry and watches from renowned brands, including Carrera y Carrera, Chopard, Franck Muller, and De Grisogono.
Porcelain and glass lovers will find rare treasures in our collection, such as:
A glass presentation goblet with the monogram and portrait of Empress Elizabeth Petrovna (Russia, 19th century).
A plate from the Order Service by the Popov Factory (1840–1850).
A porcelain dish depicting the calling of Mikula Selyaninovich, by the Kuznetsov Factory (early 20th century).
A cachepot by the Miklashevsky Factory (Russia, mid-19th century).
Interior Masterpieces
The interior section features works by top Russian and European craftsmen from the 19th century, including:
A two-light hanging lantern in the Louis XVI style (Russia, early 19th century).
A gilt bronze chandelier by LEROLLE Frères, Napoleon III period (France).
A Boulle-style chess table with bone figures (France, 19th century).
A safe by San Galli (Russia, 19th century).
Join the Auction
Take part in the bidding and discover masterpieces curated by our experts from private collections around the world. Every art connoisseur will find a unique piece to become the crown jewel of their collection.
To participate, please fill out the registration form on our website: antiquon.com.
Best regards,
Antiqon Team
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LOS 682:
Russian Crystal & Ormolu Mounted Two-Light Lantern Chandelier.Russia, early 19th century.
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Geschätzter Preis :
€2 000 - €3 000
Auktionshaus-Provision: 28%
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Russian Crystal & Ormolu Mounted Two-Light Lantern Chandelier.Russia, early 19th century.
Russian large pendant two-light lantern (lantern) in the style of Louis XVI, with a bronze frame for mounting the main fasteners (metal belts) and decorative details (crystal pendants and details of the glass body of the chandelier). The lantern is equipped with two bronze heads for installing candles. The central part of the chandelier (a large cylindrical glass lantern) is fixed in a metal belt (rim). It is suspended on four chains from the upper mount of the lantern. The upper mount of the lantern is made of metal on which the glass dome of the lantern is fixed in the center, and the upper part of the mount is equipped with a hook for hanging the lantern from the ceiling. Along the perimeter, the chandelier is richly decorated with glass (crystal?) pendants mounted on metal belts (rims) and curved metal beams. The surfaces of the decorative belts are decorated with relief ornaments and gilded. In the lower part, the lantern has a glass bottom, which is fixed in the center with a decorative round piece, which is the completion of a vertical metal rod. The vertical metal rod in the upper part is attached to the upper mount of the lantern. Russia, early 19th century. Presumably the Imperial glass factory. Bronze, casting, forging, gilding. Colorless transparent glass, crystal glass. Height - 90 cm, diameter 55 cm.
Historical background: The Imperial Glass Factory is one of the oldest enterprises in Russia, specializing in the production of glass products mainly for the needs of the Russian imperial court, which at the end of the 19th century. became part of the Imperial Porcelain Factory.
