A Russian gilded silver and cloisonne enamel open salt with matching spoon by Feodor Ruckert, Moscow, 1908-1917. The raised, lobed bowl is extensively decorated with alternating scrolling floral motifs in vibrant shaded enamel against either a brick red or blue ground. The circular domed foot is similarly enameled as is the matching spoon. Marked with the 88 silver standard and an inventory number.

Diameter of salt: 2 3/8",
length of spoon 3".

Price: $10,500.
606-174

22.08.2006