Cup - Silver - Charka 18th. Cent. Rococo
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Selected by Chiara Scotto Pasanisi dei Foscarini
Holds master’s in art business and decorative arts; exhibited at TEFAF Maastricht.
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Rare 18th‑century Imperial Russian silver charka from Moscow, dating 1771–1779, crafted in solid silver with a vermeil interior, measuring 6.8 cm long (including handle), 4.8 cm wide, 3.3 cm high, weighing 27 g, bearing four period hallmarks and in excellent condition.
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Rare 18th-Century Imperial Russian Silver Gilt Charka (Vodka/Spirit Cup) — Moscow, c. 1771–1779
An exceptional, museum-quality solid silver charka (traditional Russian spirit cup) dating back to the second half of the 18th century. This exquisite piece was handcrafted in Moscow between 1771 and 1779 during the reign of Catherine the Great.
The cup features a beautifully shaped lobed body decorated with masterfully executed hand-hammered repoussé and chasing techniques, complemented by fine exterior engravings. The interior retains its gorgeous, original gold-gilt (vermeil) lining, which protected the silver from the acidity of alcohol.
The bottom features four crisp, fully legible period hallmarks, making this a highly documentable and secure investment piece for serious collectors of early European and Russian silver.
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Specifications
• Object: Charka / Schnapps Cup / Spirit Cup
• Material: Solid Silver & Gold-gilt (Vermeil) interior
• Country of Origin: Russian Empire (Moscow)
• Period: 1771–1779 (18th Century)
• Technique: Repoussé, chasing, hand-engraving, fire-gilding
• Height: 3.3 cm
• Length (including handle): 6.8 cm
• Width: 4.8 cm
• Weight: 27 grams
• Capacity: 33 ml
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Hallmarks & Provenance
Stamped on the exterior base with four highly distinct, authentic period marks (referenced in the standard Postnikova-Loseva catalog): - the last 4 photo.
1. Moscow City Mark: St. George on horseback slaying the dragon.
2. Assay Master: "АА" (Andrey Andreev, active 1771–1779) — Postnikova Catalog No. 2086.
3. Silversmith/Maker: "АА" (Aleksey Afanasiev) — Postnikova Catalog No. 2143.
4. Alderman (Quality Master): "ФП" (Fyodor Petrov, active 1759–1784) — Postnikova Catalog No. 2131.
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Condition Report
• Condition: Excellent, top-tier antique collection state.
• Restorations: 100% original. No restorations, no repairs, and no soldering modifications.
• Damage: No dents, no cracks, and no deep scratches.
• Engravings: The hand-carved floral/scroll decorations remain sharp and crisp.
• Monograms: Pristine history — free from any personalized monograms, initials, or historic erasures.
Shipping Information: Via DPD curier. I do not ship to Israel and United States ! Local pickup is not possible.
Rare 18th-Century Imperial Russian Silver Gilt Charka (Vodka/Spirit Cup) — Moscow, c. 1771–1779
An exceptional, museum-quality solid silver charka (traditional Russian spirit cup) dating back to the second half of the 18th century. This exquisite piece was handcrafted in Moscow between 1771 and 1779 during the reign of Catherine the Great.
The cup features a beautifully shaped lobed body decorated with masterfully executed hand-hammered repoussé and chasing techniques, complemented by fine exterior engravings. The interior retains its gorgeous, original gold-gilt (vermeil) lining, which protected the silver from the acidity of alcohol.
The bottom features four crisp, fully legible period hallmarks, making this a highly documentable and secure investment piece for serious collectors of early European and Russian silver.
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Specifications
• Object: Charka / Schnapps Cup / Spirit Cup
• Material: Solid Silver & Gold-gilt (Vermeil) interior
• Country of Origin: Russian Empire (Moscow)
• Period: 1771–1779 (18th Century)
• Technique: Repoussé, chasing, hand-engraving, fire-gilding
• Height: 3.3 cm
• Length (including handle): 6.8 cm
• Width: 4.8 cm
• Weight: 27 grams
• Capacity: 33 ml
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Hallmarks & Provenance
Stamped on the exterior base with four highly distinct, authentic period marks (referenced in the standard Postnikova-Loseva catalog): - the last 4 photo.
1. Moscow City Mark: St. George on horseback slaying the dragon.
2. Assay Master: "АА" (Andrey Andreev, active 1771–1779) — Postnikova Catalog No. 2086.
3. Silversmith/Maker: "АА" (Aleksey Afanasiev) — Postnikova Catalog No. 2143.
4. Alderman (Quality Master): "ФП" (Fyodor Petrov, active 1759–1784) — Postnikova Catalog No. 2131.
________________________________________
Condition Report
• Condition: Excellent, top-tier antique collection state.
• Restorations: 100% original. No restorations, no repairs, and no soldering modifications.
• Damage: No dents, no cracks, and no deep scratches.
• Engravings: The hand-carved floral/scroll decorations remain sharp and crisp.
• Monograms: Pristine history — free from any personalized monograms, initials, or historic erasures.
Shipping Information: Via DPD curier. I do not ship to Israel and United States ! Local pickup is not possible.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
27 g
Specific region of origin
Moscow
Over 200 years old
Yes
Title additional information
Charka 18th. Cent. Rococo
Country of origin
Russia
Material
Silver
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
3.3 cm
Width
4.8 cm
Depth
6.8 cm
Estimated period
1771-1779
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