{"product_id":"pair-of-antique-imperial-russian-egor-samoshin-silver-gilt-cloisonne-enamel-goblets","title":"Pair of Antique Imperial Russian Egor Samoshin Silver-Gilt Cloisonné Enamel Goblets","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMoscow 84-Zolotnik Silver Stemmed Cups with Polychrome Cloisonné Enamel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA striking pair of antique Imperial Russian silver-gilt goblets attributed to Moscow silversmith \u003cstrong\u003eEgor Samoshin\u003c\/strong\u003e, dating to the early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach stemmed cup is richly decorated in the cloisonné enamel technique, with intricate floral and foliate scrollwork outlined by fine silver wires. The elaborate design combines shades of turquoise, cobalt blue, pale blue, green, yellow, pink, white and red against a dark stippled ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeometric enamel borders encircle the upper rims, tapered stems and circular bases, creating a richly layered design from top to bottom. The interiors and exposed silver surfaces are finished in warm gilding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pieces bear the maker’s \u003cstrong\u003eCyrillic “ЕС” mark\u003c\/strong\u003e, visually resembling the Latin letters “EC,” together with the Russian \u003cstrong\u003e84-zolotnik silver standard\u003c\/strong\u003e, equivalent to approximately .875 silver. The accompanying Kokoshnik assay mark indicates Moscow production during the late Imperial Russian period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring approximately 4 inches high, these finely crafted goblets would have been suitable as small wine, cordial or liqueur cups. Their paired form, elaborate enamel decoration and recognized maker make them particularly appealing to collectors of Russian silver, cloisonné enamel and decorative objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Egor Samoshin\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moscow, Imperial Russia\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early 20th century, circa 1908–1917\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver-gilt\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eSilver standard:\u003c\/strong\u003e 84 zolotnik, approximately .875 silver\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polychrome cloisonné enamel\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eHallmarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cyrillic “ЕС” maker’s mark, 84 silver standard and Moscow assay mark\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 4 inches each\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eTop diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2 inches each\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stemmed cordial, liqueur or small wine goblets\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairs of Imperial Russian cloisonné enamel goblets are less frequently encountered than individual beakers and small cups. The extensive enamel decoration covering the bowls, stems and bases gives these examples a strong visual presence, while the maker’s mark and Moscow silver standard add historical and collector interest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DSF Antique Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44545679786050,"sku":null,"price":9500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0142\/3405\/8816\/files\/Egor_Samoshin_Silver-Gilt_Cloisonn_Enamel_Goblets.jpg?v=1785337099","url":"https:\/\/dsfantiquejewelry.com\/products\/pair-of-antique-imperial-russian-egor-samoshin-silver-gilt-cloisonne-enamel-goblets","provider":"DSF Antique Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}