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"Sailor" Baltic Amber Figure

A whimsical work of art! Genuine Baltic amber Russian sailor [моряк]. Made in Russia (USSR), circa 1970. 1¾" tall. Comes with the black marble base shown, 3x3 inches. Only one.  Amber is a fossil resin that was produced by pine trees that...

Painted Electric Samovar

Nice older working electic samovar from Tula, 1986. Detailed painting enhances the decorative value, and samovar is fully functioning and heats up water. Painting is by the "Lipetsk" group of artists. Comes with an electric cord, ready to use.  It...

Electric Samovar

This chrome and steel samovar was made in 1990. It was factory supplied with an electric coil and electrical cord suitable for use with the common 110 volts outlet. The samovar is over 30 years old and was made in Tula. It has been tested and works...

Millennium of Christianity Medal Patinated Silver Plate

Vintage bronze medal issued to commemorate the Millennium (988-1988) of the Baptism of Rus' (Крещение Руси) in Kiev in the river Dnieper. The Baptism of Russia here denotes the baptism of Holy Prince Vladimir Svyatoslavich, his entourage and the...

Rooster Shape Whistling Samovar

This chrome, steel and bakelite samovar in the shape of a rooster was made in 1991. The samovar has an engraved legend with the words (in Cyrillic) "Samovar kipit: ukhodit' ne velit" ("The samovar is boiling - and does not allow you to leave"). This is a...

"The Flock Took Flight" Delicate Fiber Art

The Flock Took Flight. A fine example of artistic embroidery by the well-known artist Antonina Dmitrievna Levashova who is from Obninsk - a city in the Kaluga Oblastg and a two-hour train ride from Moscow. Her work, along with her daughter's who has also...

Tsar Nicholas II Antique Framed Plaster Profile

A wonderfully accurate likeness of the last Russian Tsar, Nicholas Alexandrovich Romanov, has been captured in this alabaster white plaster casting that is mounted within a golden, antique shadowbox frame. The thick casting is estimated to be 9" tall...

1855 Nicholas I Medal "100th Anniversary of Moscow University"

1855 Bronze Table Medal issued to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of Moscow University. Obverse: M. Lomonosov and P.I. Shuvalov presenting the Charter of Moscow University to Empress Elizabeth I. Reverse: Crowned two-headed Russian eagle with...

Russian Spun Brass Serving Tray 13¾"

Brass tray made in Russia. In good condition with a used patina and age-related wear. Faint maker's mark. 13¾" diameter.  Spun brass is identified by the concentric circular hammering pattern. 

Russian Spun Brass Serving Tray 14¾"

Brass tray made in Russia. In good condition with a used patina and moderate age-related wear. Faint maker's mark, and stamped 3. K. (ZK). 14¾" diameter.  Spun brass is identified by the concentric circular hammering pattern. 

Russian Spun Brass Small Serving Tray 8"

Brass tray made in Russia. In good condition with a used patina and moderate age-related wear. 8" diameter.  Spun brass is identified by the concentric circular hammering pattern. 

Sterling Russian Eagle Inkwell - IRAA

Sterling silver inkwell with a glass insert. Birmingham "anchor" mark. Gold fill lid. 2¾" diameter. 1½" tall. In excellent condition. This item is well suited for the Impoverished Russian Aristocrat Room Abroad (IRAA)

Early 20th century Khokhloma Tray

Early 20th century Khokhloma Tray (Поднос). An exceptional 1920's carved oval tray decorated in the Khokhloma style. "MADE in RUSSIA" in white on the back. Some signs of age, edge rubbing and slight loss on front. No cracks or missing pieces. A...

Antique Russian 84 Silver Engraved Niello Salt Dish [1895]

Russian 84 Silver Engraved Niello Salt Dish. Engraved Art Nouveau foliage. On a small base. Moscow, "ИИЯ" workshop, c. 1895. Russian empire. 1¾" diameter, 1" in height. Very good condition. 1 only.

Antique Russian 84 Silver Salt or Nut Dish [1870]

Pre-Revolutionary Russian 84 Silver Footed Salt or Nut Dish. Scalloped edge, partial faded gilt. Moscow 1870. Mark of the silversmith "M.Ч." (Чурмазов Михаил). Assayer Viktor Savinkov's mark. 2½" diameter, 1½" in height. In very good...

Antique Frame with NII Portrait

Impressive, heavy old painted frame (electroplated brass) with a reproduction print of Tsar Nicholas II. Some wear to the unique finish. Velvet easel, or hook to hang from. About 10 x 12 inches. Just one available. This item is well suited for the...

Persian Miniature Samovar

Old Persian village samovar. Embossed and chased brass. In good condition. Slight wobble, missing the key.  About 11" tall.