A Russian silver-gilt and cloisonné enamel Kovsh, mark of Chlebnikov, Moscow, 1908-17

A Russian silver-gilt and cloisonné enamel Kovsh, mark of Chlebnikov, Moscow, 1908-17,

8.9cm long, 87 g. ; 3 1/2 in., 2oz 16dwt.
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Kovsh en vermeil et émail cloisonné par Chlebnikov, Moscou, 1908-1917

Long. 8,9 cm, 87 g. ; 3½ in., 2oz 16dwt.

Condition Report:
In overall good condition, stamped under the base and under the foot. Needs a good cleaning. Unusual decoration.
The Kovsch weighs 87 g. ; 2oz 16dwt.

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Provenance:
Christie's, South Kensington, 23 February, 2010, lot 330