Cigarette case - .875 (84 Zolotniki) silver - Russian narrative scene
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Imperial Russian 84 zolotnik silver cigarette case from Moscow, circa 1908, with a deeply sculpted repoussé narrative scene on the lid and interior, measuring 11 cm by 8.5 cm by 3 cm and weighing 210 g, featuring a red cabochon push‑button clasp and traces of original interior gilding, in good used condition with signs of age.
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Imperial Russian Silver Cigarette Case (84 Zolotnik), Moscow, after 1908
A finely crafted Russian silver cigarette case made in 84 zolotnik silver (.875) and decorated with a deeply sculpted repoussé narrative scene on the lid.
The composition shows three figures interacting across a wooden fence, executed with expressive detail and strong relief.
The emotional intensity and gestures are reminiscent of biblical or moralizing scenes, a theme frequently used in early‑20th‑century Russian silverwork.
The interior lid repeats the same repoussé scene in crisp detail.
The case closes with its original red cabochon push‑button clasp.
The interior retains traces of its original gilding.
Hallmarks:
• 84 zolotnik silver standard
• Second kokoshnik mark (1908–1926), head facing left
• Assay district mark Δ (Delta) — Moscow
• Maker’s mark “СШ” (cyrillic) for Sergei Shaposhnikov - active in Moscow 1897 - 1908
Condition:
Good antique condition with normal signs of age and use.
Hinges and clasp function properly.
Light surface wear and partial loss of interior gilding.
Dimensions: 11 cm long - 8,5 cm wide
Weight: 210 g
Provenance: purchased at an Italian auction
Imperial Russian Silver Cigarette Case (84 Zolotnik), Moscow, after 1908
A finely crafted Russian silver cigarette case made in 84 zolotnik silver (.875) and decorated with a deeply sculpted repoussé narrative scene on the lid.
The composition shows three figures interacting across a wooden fence, executed with expressive detail and strong relief.
The emotional intensity and gestures are reminiscent of biblical or moralizing scenes, a theme frequently used in early‑20th‑century Russian silverwork.
The interior lid repeats the same repoussé scene in crisp detail.
The case closes with its original red cabochon push‑button clasp.
The interior retains traces of its original gilding.
Hallmarks:
• 84 zolotnik silver standard
• Second kokoshnik mark (1908–1926), head facing left
• Assay district mark Δ (Delta) — Moscow
• Maker’s mark “СШ” (cyrillic) for Sergei Shaposhnikov - active in Moscow 1897 - 1908
Condition:
Good antique condition with normal signs of age and use.
Hinges and clasp function properly.
Light surface wear and partial loss of interior gilding.
Dimensions: 11 cm long - 8,5 cm wide
Weight: 210 g
Provenance: purchased at an Italian auction
Details
Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
210 g
Silver type
.875 (84 Zolotniki) silver
Specific region of origin
Moscow
Over 200 years old
No
Title additional information
Russian narrative scene
Country of origin
Russia
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
11 cm
Width
8.5 cm
Depth
3 cm
Estimated period
1908
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