Small Russian gilt silver and polychrome cloisonné enamel salt cellar, accompanied by its original spoon and box. Its rounded shape features a decorative pattern of turquoise and white floral motifs against a deep blue background, accented with yellow dots and extended by green petals under the base. Fine beaded cloisons highlight the enamel colors, while the gilded interior adds a beautiful radiance to the piece. The small spoon has a blue, green, and red enameled handle with geometric patterns. A delicate piece of Soviet goldsmithing for an enamel collection or a tableware display.
✦ Period: Circa 1960 ✦ Provenance: USSR - Leningrad, present-day Saint Petersburg. ✦ Dimensions: salt cellar, height 2 cm and diameter at the opening 3.7 cm; spoon, length 5.6 cm. ✦ Material: gilt silver, salt cellar with a purity of 916/1000; polychrome cloisonné enamels. ✦ Condition: Good general condition. Patina, scratches, and wear to the gilding, notably on the rim, under the base, and on the back of the spoon; hallmarks present on both pieces.
Russian gilt silver and cloisonné enamel salt cellar with original spoon and box, a miniature set of collectible Soviet goldsmithing.
