Antip Kouzmitchov - Argent Zolotniks 84

Rare niellé solid-silver caviar spoon — Imperial Russia — 84 zlotniks mark, A.K & grand monogram “S L” — Late 19th century. Exceptional and authentic caviar spoon (or condiment spoon) from the Imperial Russia era (late 19th century) in solid silver. The back of the spoon bowl features remarkable fine metalwork: a pattern of vegetal scrolls and stylized volutes entirely crafted using the traditional niellé technique (black sulfide), offering a striking contrast with the luster of the silver. The twisted handle ends in a delicate ogival knop. The piece is distinguished in particular by a large monogram “S L” engraved very elegantly on the exterior side. This period personalization testifies to its original ownership by a high bourgeois or Tsarist aristocratic family. Official hallmarks (visible on the reverse): - Hallmark: “84” (Zolotniks), guaranteeing imperial Russian silver at fineness 875/1000. - Silversmith / Assayer mark: Initials “A.K” (АК), attributed to the famous Moscow master silversmith Antip Kouzmitchov (known for his high-quality niellé pieces and collaborations with Tiffany & Co) or to the official assay master Alexandr Kudryavtsev. Dimensions & Weight: Length: 10 cm Total weight: 14 grams Condition: Excellent overall condition for an object of this era. The black niellé work is superbly fresh, with no gaps, no dulling, and no material loss. The silver retains its magnificent original patina and the monogram engraving remains very clear. A true showroom piece for a Russian silver collection.

Estimate:£1.69

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