Russian silver candy bowl. Erik Kollin. St. Petersburg 1887 Silver 84 19th century
An exquisite silver candy bowl created in 1887 by the outstanding silversmith Erik August Kollin, who worked for the Faberge firm and was a prominent representative of the Russian jewelry school of the 19th century. The vase is distinguished by its harmonious proportions, elegant outlines and masterful execution of decorative elements. The main decoration is an exquisite ornament made using the engraving technique. The central field is decorated with a symmetrical composition of stylized flower garlands, smoothly turning into sides framed with beads imitating pearls, with fields decorated with Pan-Slavic motifs and bouquets of flowers. The handle of the vase, decorated with spherical elements, gives the product sophistication and harmony of forms. Hallmarks: Master`s name: EK - Erik Kollin. Assay mark of St. Petersburg with the date 1887, silver fineness: 84 and the initials IE – unknown assay master, active in the period 1870-1891, coat of arms of the city of St. Petersburg. Dimensions: Height: 23 cm, Diameter: 25.5 cm. Weight: 671 g. Historical background: Erik August Collin (1836–1901) was a Finnish jeweler known for his collaboration with the firm of Carl Fabergé. From 1870 to 1886, Collin worked as a master craftsman at Fabergé, where he created high-quality jewelry. One of his famous pieces is a cigarette case associated with Emperor Alexander III, made by Fabergé. Works by Erik Collin are in the collections of museums such as the Moscow Kremlin Museums and the Art Institute of Chicago.
| ID: | 118235 |
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| Originality: | yes |
| Condition: | Satisfactory |
| Year of manufacture: | 19th century |
| Medium: | Silver 84 |
| Size: | 25.5 x 23 x 25.5 cm |
| Shipping to: | Worldwide |
| Payment method: | Wire Transfer, Credit card, Cash |
| Delivery method: | Postal service, Courier service, pickup by yourself |
| Purchase returns: | 14 days |
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