EXTREMELY RARE - RUSSIAN IMPERIAL SILVER ENAMEL VASE
This item is a prime example of the exceptional craftsmanship associated with Fedor Ruckert's creations. It dates back to the late 19th century and is a testament to the high level of skill and artistry characteristic of Ruckert's work. The quality of this item is truly remarkable.
HALLMARKS: Silver marked '88' standard and workmaster's mark 'F.R' in Cyrillic for Fedor Ruckert, Russian silversmith.
CONDITION: Very good condition for its age. The item is described to the best of our knowledge. For further information, please refer to the pictures and feel free to contact us via email with any questions.
DIMENSIONS: 15 x 8.5 x 6 cm (5.9 x 3.5 x 2.4 inches). Weight: 380 grams.
ESTIMATE PRICE: $5,000 - $10,000.
HISTORY of SALES: A few years ago, vases made by Fedor Ruckert were sold on Live Auctioneers and Christie's for $29,000 (5 years ago), $51,300 (3 years ago), $68,500 (15 years ago), and $85,000 (11 years ago) - please refer to the screenshots for details.
INVESTMENT: This is a true investment and heirloom-quality piece of the highest level, as it will continue to increase in value each year.
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WORKMASTER: One of the greatest names in enameled silver is that of Feodor Ruckert, whose silver gilt, shaded and matte black enamel punchbowl and ladle of about 1910 represent the imaginative and virtuosic aspects of his work (see cover). Alive with vivid depictions of bears, convivial warriors, maidens, and hoary sages whose enameled features are further enlivened by the three-dimensional effects of repousse surfaces, the punchbowl embodies the haunting nostalgia for a Russian Neverland that was so much a part of late nineteenth-century aristocratic culture. Ruckert was active from before 1890, and though he sold most of his work through FABERGE, he also sold directly to clients, and through other firms.

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