Large, Deep Bowl In Solid Silver With Cloisonné Enamel. Caviar Bowl? Russian Work? Enamel.

Magnificent deep bowl in solid silver and enamel.

The bowl was entirely hand-hammered using traditional techniques and retains the marks of this craftsmanship, which catch the light beautifully.

The rim is decorated with a corded frieze.

The center of the bowl features an applied central boss with a magnificent, large cloisonné enamel motif, typical of the Russian silversmithing tradition.

The bowl is hallmarked on the reverse:

935 for the silver content

339 (?) likely a mint mark

The absence of any hallmarks other than the silver content makes identification difficult, although the central motif is typical of Russian enamel production. It is probably a 20th-century piece made in Russia or a country within the Russian cultural sphere of influence.

The shape of this bowl, combined with this technique, could suggest its use for caviar, the enamel motif being revealed gradually as the caviar is tasted.

This is a magnificent, beautifully crafted piece, made by a talented silversmith, that will enhance your table setting for a festive meal.

15 cm in diameter
4.5 cm high

161.3 grams

Pick up in Paris or shipped via insured Colissimo.
France: €15
Europe: €20
Rest of the world: €35