Russian artist Konstantin Makovsky (1839–1915) is best known for his oil painting titled A Boyar Wedding Feast, which won a gold medal in the 1885 World’s Fair in Antwerp, Belgium. Like most of his work, this painting celebrated traditional Russian customs and rituals. It depicts a bride and groom poised to kiss each other at a 17th century wedding feast. Highlighted in the upcoming Estate Jewelry Russian Bronze New Year Sale, offered by Allure Antique Auction Company, is a Russian enamel box with a hand-painted miniature of A Boyar Wedding Feast on the top. Designed by Ivan Khlebnikov, a Russian goldsmith and merchant of the 19th century, the box is adorned with intricate floral patterns. With two hinged handles, the box also features emerald and ruby jewels and a gold wash interior.
The auction will include designer jewelry by Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Tiffany & Co., Bulgari, Louis Vuitton, David Webb, and Chanel. Various pieces of estate diamond and gold jewelry, bronze sculptures, and Russian antiques will be on offer. To view the complete catalog and register to bid online, visit Bidsquare.
Lot Categories:
Decorative Arts (66), Jewelry (603), Watches & Clocks (13), Couture & Textiles (7), Collectibles (4)# of Lots:
696Price Range:
$150 - $100,000Interesting lots include:
Item Image | Item Name | Estimate |
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Diamond necklace, Van Cleef & Arpels, New York, 1966 | Estimate: | |
Cartier Panthere 18K Gold 15.74tcw Diamond Emerald | Estimate: | |
I. KHLEBNIKOV RARE HUGE RUSSIAN ENAMEL SILVER BOX | Estimate: | |
24.63CT Alexandrite Ring Paltinum Setting Size 6 1/2 | Estimate: | |
RUSSIAN LARGE GOLD DIAMOND RUBY GUILLOCHE EGG | Estimate: |
Contact Info
Allure Antique Auction Company
- 2516 NW 2nd Avenue, Boca Raton, Florida 33431
- 305-479-3719
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- https://allureantiqueco.com/
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