Fine gilded silver and shaded cloisonne enamel charka (ancient Russian vodka cup) by Feodor Ruckert, retailed by Ovchinnikov, Moscow, 1896-1908. Lobed bowl with a dragon shaped handle is raised on a circular foot, and fully enameled with stylized flowers against pale pink and olive green grounds. Marked under the foot with 84 silver standard (875/1000) and OVCHINNIKOVunder the Imperial warrant. Length 3 in. (7,6 cm). Height 2 1/2 in. (6,3 cm).
$3,850.00