Russian .875 Silver-gilt and Shaded Cloisonné Enamel Case

Description:

Russian .875 Silver-gilt and Shaded Cloisonné Enamel Case, attributed to Maria Semyonova, Moscow, 1896-1908, each side of the rectangular case with dense field of flowers and foliage to a stippled ground and border of turquoise beads, marked to interior of either side, lg. 3 1/2, dp. 2 in., approx. 3.3 troy oz.
Estimate $600-800

Several scattered areas of loss to enamel to both sides, and several turquoise beads (largest section is approx. 1/4 in.). Hinge pin extends from one side. Several abrasions to interior.


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