A Russian parcel-gilt silver and cloisonné enamel covered box, mark of Ovchinnikov, '91' standard, Moscow, probably 1876

A Russian parcel-gilt silver and cloisonné enamel covered box, mark of Ovchinnikov, '91' standard, Moscow, probably 1876

7.7cm diameter, 123 g. ; 2¾ in., 3oz 19dwt
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Boîte couverte en argent doré et émail cloisonné par Ovchinnikov, Moscou, probablement 1876

Diam. 7,7 cm, 123 g. ; 2¾ in., 3oz 19dwt

Condition Report:
In overall good condition, stamped under the base.
The box weighs 123 g. ; 3oz 19dwt.

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Provenance:
Christie's, South Kensington, 23 February, 2010, lot 328