Antique Russian Silver Enamel Cloisonne Spoons by Dmitrii Nikolaevich Nikolaev, 1900s, Set of 6

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Beautiful set of six antique Imperial Russian solid silver cloisonné spoons, made c.1900 by Dmitrii Nikolaevich Nikolaev, Moscow. The magnificent … Read more Beautiful set of six antique Imperial Russian solid silver cloisonné spoons, made c.1900 by Dmitrii Nikolaevich Nikolaev, Moscow. The magnificent cloisonne-work, typical of fine 19th c. Russian silver enamelware, whilst intricate and splendid on every single piece, truly comes to life when in a set and amongst one another. In spite of what could be a very bland and utilitarian item, each piece has been decorated and treated as an object of vertu to display a high degree of craftsmanship, artistry and design. Such contrast and artistic juxtaposition between utility and ornamentation is particularly delightful on these pieces and serves as a wonderful aesthetic contrast in interior settings among other silverware or as a highlighting piece on a table. The colourful enamel and delicacy are almost jewel-like and would also gracefully complement jewellery collections. The bowl and terminals have been gorgeously enamelled with a range of vivid colours, each immaculately filled in each 'cloison' (the compartment between the twist rope borders) shaped as various scrolls and foliate motifs. The stem of the spoons features a lovely writhen/twisted design. Overall, the quality feel in hand, intricate silverwork and the colourful enamelling are delightful and make a splendid collectable and display of fine 19th c. Russian silverware. All pieces are marked with Russian 84 kokoshnik hallmarks along with the maker's mark. See less