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Important Antique Russian Silver & Glass Wine Decanter Carl Tegelsten 1851
$ 184.8
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Description
This handsome wine decanter is the work of noted and premier Russian silversmith Carl Johann Tegelsten. Tegelsten, of Finnish descent, 1798-1852, was an important Russian court silversmith known for creating fine table wares for the marriages of members of the Romanov family. The decanter stand approximately 9 7/8" tall and is heavily decorated in the Neo Rococo style highly prized at the time.Hallmarks include:
Maker's mark: CT Carl Johann Tegelsten
Date: 1851
Assay maker's mark: Dmitry Tverskoy
Assay mark of St. Petersburg
Silver standard: 84 Zolotnik
The decanter displays a rim chip which, most likely may be ground and polished away.
The decanter is striking and important and is offered without reserve.
USPS Priority Mail delivery, 6 lb., rate by zone, mailed triple boxed with ample packing material employed. Full insurance value is included. No handling charges. Thanks for looking in!