$78,210
Large Russian Gold-washed Silver and Enamel Kovsh, bearing marks for Moscow, early 20th century, with Ovchinnikov royal warrant mark, with ropetwist detailing, overall scrolling flowering vine with exotic birds, and central roundel of two winged lions, lg. 9 3/8, ht. 5 3/4 in., approx. 28 troy oz. rim chip with loss to pale yellow enamel (approx 1/2"). Likely bearing hallmark for Feodor Ruckert at footrim.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2009-04-11