For sale is a rare & quite fabulous Russian silver whimsical mammal (*Siberian flying squirrel or **Dormouse) figurine, chewing! Absolutely charming piece, very detailed and adorned with engraved patterns and encrusted with Ruby eyes. It is marked accordingly with an 84 Russian silver standard. [Reference Fabergé Dormouse for more historical references.]
*Siberian Flying Squirrels, a unique creature is native to Russia | **Dormouse, a species of rodent in the family Gliridae found in eastern Europe, the Balkans and parts of western central Asia
Wonderful piece to add to any fine Russian silver collection.
Signed:
Yes - Maker's Mark, Origin/town mark, Fineness Mark (see photos for remnants of silversmith markings)
Condition: Good condition. commensurate with age - light tarnish; scratches and surface marks; shelf wear. Any other imperfections are what you
typically find in handmade pieces as a result of the original silver-making process.
Measurements:
~2.25"w x 2.5"h x 2.0"d - See photos
Weight: ~3.300 ozt (weight inclusive of all materials); or total weight of 102.6 grams
Provenance: Estate Sale
Please
note that all video/photographs are part of the description (taken in various
settings & light), so please carefully review all of them. In some cases,
there may be white spots, imperfect color or possible distortion due to
lighting, flash, etc. Happy to answer questions and/or to provide additional
pictures upon request.
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Confirmation included for all purchases/shipments over $500)