{"product_id":"antique-imperial-russian-nikolai-alekseyev-silver-gilt-cloisonne-enamel-beaker","title":"Antique Imperial Russian Nikolai Alekseyev Silver-Gilt Cloisonné Enamel Beaker","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Late 19th-Century Moscow Enamel Cup in 88-Zolotnik Silver\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exceptional antique Imperial Russian beaker was crafted in Moscow by renowned silversmith \u003cstrong\u003eNikolai Alekseyev\u003c\/strong\u003e, also recorded as Nikolay Alexeyev, during the late 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact silver-gilt cup is richly decorated in the \u003cstrong\u003ecloisonné enamel\u003c\/strong\u003e technique, with scrolling floral and foliate motifs rendered in deep cobalt blue, powder blue, white and red enamel. Fine twisted silver wires define each element against a dark stippled ground, while geometric enamel borders frame the upper and lower portions of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA repeating blue-and-white zigzag band encircles the upper body, complemented by delicate floral motifs and elegant symmetrical scrollwork. The interior and exposed silver surfaces retain a warm gilt finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe underside is impressed with the maker’s \u003cstrong\u003eCyrillic “НА” mark for Nikolai Alekseyev\u003c\/strong\u003e, together with the \u003cstrong\u003e88-zolotnik silver standard\u003c\/strong\u003e and Moscow assay marks. The 88 standard corresponds to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e91.7% silver\u003c\/strong\u003e. Comparable silver-gilt cloisonné enamel beakers by Alekseyev have been catalogued as Moscow works dating to around the 1890s. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring only 2 inches high, this finely detailed cup is a particularly charming example of Imperial Russian enamel work and a compelling addition to a collection of antique silver, Russian decorative arts or objects of vertu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nikolai Alekseyev, also known as Nikolay Alexeyev\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moscow, Imperial Russia\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 19th century, circa 1890s\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver-gilt\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eSilver standard:\u003c\/strong\u003e 88 zolotnik, approximately .917 silver\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polychrome cloisonné enamel\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eHallmarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cyrillic “НА” maker’s mark, 88 standard and Moscow assay marks\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 inches\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eTop diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1.6 inches\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small beaker or ceremonial cup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNikolai Alekseyev is associated with finely executed Russian silver-gilt and enamel objects, particularly beakers, kovshi and presentation pieces. The miniature scale, intricate wirework and sophisticated color palette give this example considerable decorative presence despite its compact proportions. Comparable Alekseyev beakers are described by major auction houses as Moscow silver-gilt cloisonné enamel works bearing the 88 standard.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DSF Antique Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44545663762498,"sku":null,"price":2950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0142\/3405\/8816\/files\/Antique_Imperial_Russian_Nikolai_Alekseyev_Silver-Gilt_Cloisonn_Enamel_Beaker.jpg?v=1785337164","url":"https:\/\/dsfantiquejewelry.com\/products\/antique-imperial-russian-nikolai-alekseyev-silver-gilt-cloisonne-enamel-beaker","provider":"DSF Antique Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}