Antique Imperial Russian Silver Niello Snuff Box Naval Ship Battle Scene - T.botkov 1855

Name: Antique Imperial Russian Silver Niello Snuff Box Naval Ship Battle Scene - T.botkov 1855
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA799376
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Artisan Antiques

Description

We are delighted to offer this Imperial Russian antique silver snuff box made by silversmith T.Botkov in 1863, Moscow (Assay Master: Andrey Kovalsky).

This silver snuff box presents a wonderful niello design of a naval ship battle scene with a fine level of niello work on the ships and soldiers and hand engraved details which creates a contrasting background.

The base of the box features a monogrammed cartouche and some finely engraved lines with additional niello scrolled leaves.

All other sides of the box feature a diamond-shaped chequering niello design of small black and silver squares and a blank cartouche is present on the front side.

The interior has a lovely warm gold tone of gilding that contrasts the monotone exterior with a dazzling shine - some scratches are present as expected with age.

The box is fully hallmarked with Russian hallmarks on both the lid and base of the box.

A wonderful scenic snuff box made in the Imperial Russian era with an array of desirable features for collectors of Russian Niello silverware and/or those with an interest in militaristic depiction on silver.

SIZE

Size (mm) L:80mm W:43mm H:11mm

Size (inches) L:3.14 W:1.65 H:0.43

Weight: 104 grams (3.7 oz)

CONDITION

Good Condition - The box is in good antique condition with no major or issues. Some slight scratching is present on the interior gilding. Please refer to the photographs to examine the condition in further detail.

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Physical Dimensions

Height

1.1cm (0.43")

Width

8cm (3.15")

Depth

4.3cm (1.69")

Declaration

Artisan Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA799376

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Description

We are delighted to offer this Imperial Russian antique silver snuff box made by silversmith T.Botkov in 1863, Moscow (Assay Master: Andrey Kovalsky).

This silver snuff box presents a wonderful niello design of a naval ship battle scene with a fine level of niello work on the ships and soldiers and hand engraved details which creates a contrasting background.

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The base of the box features a monogrammed cartouche and some finely engraved lines with additional niello scrolled leaves.

Artisan Antiques

fig 1. Antique Imperial Russian Silver Niello Snuff Box Naval Ship Battle Scene - T.Botkov 1855 — fig 1. Antique Imperial Russian Silver Niello Snuff Box Naval Ship Battle Scene - T.botkov 1855

All other sides of the box feature a diamond-shaped chequering niello design of small black and silver squares and a blank cartouche is present on the front side.

The interior has a lovely warm gold tone of gilding that contrasts the monotone exterior with a dazzling shine - some scratches are present as expected with age.

fig 2. Antique Imperial Russian Silver Niello Snuff Box Naval Ship Battle Scene - T.Botkov 1855 — fig 2. Antique Imperial Russian Silver Niello Snuff Box Naval Ship Battle Scene - T.botkov 1855

The box is fully hallmarked with Russian hallmarks on both the lid and base of the box.

A wonderful scenic snuff box made in the Imperial Russian era with an array of desirable features for collectors of Russian Niello silverware and/or those with an interest in militaristic depiction on silver.

fig 3. Antique Imperial Russian Silver Niello Snuff Box Naval Ship Battle Scene - T.Botkov 1855 — fig 3. Antique Imperial Russian Silver Niello Snuff Box Naval Ship Battle Scene - T.botkov 1855

SIZE

Size (mm) L:80mm W:43mm H:11mm

Size (inches) L:3.14 W:1.65 H:0.43

Weight: 104 grams (3.7 oz)

CONDITION

Good Condition - The box is in good antique condition with no major or issues. Some slight scratching is present on the interior gilding. Please refer to the photographs to examine the condition in further detail.

fig 4. Antique Imperial Russian Silver Niello Snuff Box Naval Ship Battle Scene - T.Botkov 1855 — fig 4. Antique Imperial Russian Silver Niello Snuff Box Naval Ship Battle Scene - T.botkov 1855

FREE SHIPPING

Artisan Antiques offers a Global Free Shipping Service with discreet packaging and delivery. We will always ensure you receive the item and see the delivery through to the end.

All parcels are insured - all shipping liabilities other than import/customs duty, are covered by Artisan Antiques.