Russian Silver Cup With Plique-à-jour Enamel. Khlebnikov House. Moscow, Early 20th Century

An elegant silver cup with a fluted body, crafted using plique-à-jour enamel on filigree, representative of early 20th-century Moscow goldsmithing. The body is composed of petal-shaped segments separated by convex ribs, forming an architectural silhouette.

Each panel features a stylized floral design in shades of cobalt, emerald green, ruby red, and milky white. The translucent enamel produces an effect of internal light characteristic of the plique-à-jour technique. A fine twisted border accentuates the graphic structure of the composition. The piece rests on a low circular base that ensures stability and balance.

The piece illustrates the high level of craftsmanship of the Khlebnikov House, combining the tradition of the Russian Style with the aesthetics of Modernism.

Hallmarks: The “Khlebnikov” maker’s mark beneath the double-headed imperial eagle—official supplier to the Imperial Court; hallmark of the Moscow Assay Office featuring a kokoshnik head turned to the left and the silver fineness mark “84,” dating from 1908–1917.

Dimensions: Height: 4.8 cm.

Weight: Gross: 140.7 g.

Condition: Good. Enamel intact with slight signs of wear. Silver with a light natural patina. No deformation or restoration observed.

Provenance: Private collection.

ID-ANTQ-12285