Russian Sterling Silver Footed Bowl by Aleksandr Smirnov for Tiffany & Co.
Russian Sterling Silver Footed Bowl by Aleksandr Smirnov for Tiffany & Co.
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A rare and finely crafted Russian sterling silver footed bowl, richly decorated with floral repoussé motifs, retailed by Tiffany & Co. and attributed to renowned Russian silversmith Aleksandr Smirnov.
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This exquisite sterling silver footed bowl is a refined collaboration between Tiffany & Co. and celebrated Russian maker Aleksandr Smirnov, offering a rare blend of Eastern European craftsmanship and Western luxury branding. Fashioned in high-grade Russian silver, the bowl stands on a firm octagonal foot and rises into a generously rounded body, adorned from base to rim in intricate repoussé floral and foliate motifs in a lush, scrolling pattern.
The surface workmanship is exemplary of Smirnov’s detailed hand-chasing technique, while the overall proportions and elegant silhouette reflect the influence of late 19th to early 20th-century Imperial Russian silverware traditions.
Retailed by Tiffany & Co., this bowl exemplifies the brand’s commitment to sourcing and presenting the finest global craftsmanship to its discerning clientele. The piece balances opulence and subtlety, making it equally suited for use as a centerpiece, ceremonial vessel, or collector’s showpiece.
Key Features:
Origin: Russia
Maker: Aleksandr Smirnov
Retailer: Tiffany & Co.
Period: Late 19th to early 20th century
Material: Sterling silver (likely 84 Zolotnik or equivalent standard)
Design: Repoussé floral and foliate motifs; octagonal footed base
Style: Russian Imperial / Rococo revival
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with deep natural patina
Provenance: Private collection; retail-marked by Tiffany & Co.
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This exquisite sterling silver footed bowl is a refined collaboration between Tiffany & Co. and celebrated Russian maker Aleksandr Smirnov, offering a rare blend of Eastern European craftsmanship and Western luxury branding. Fashioned in high-grade Russian silver, the bowl stands on a firm octagonal foot and rises into a generously rounded body, adorned from base to rim in intricate repoussé floral and foliate motifs in a lush, scrolling pattern.
The surface workmanship is exemplary of Smirnov’s detailed hand-chasing technique, while the overall proportions and elegant silhouette reflect the influence of late 19th to early 20th-century Imperial Russian silverware traditions.
Retailed by Tiffany & Co., this bowl exemplifies the brand’s commitment to sourcing and presenting the finest global craftsmanship to its discerning clientele. The piece balances opulence and subtlety, making it equally suited for use as a centerpiece, ceremonial vessel, or collector’s showpiece.
Key Features:
Origin: Russia
Maker: Aleksandr Smirnov
Retailer: Tiffany & Co.
Period: Late 19th to early 20th century
Material: Sterling silver (likely 84 Zolotnik or equivalent standard)
Design: Repoussé floral and foliate motifs; octagonal footed base
Style: Russian Imperial / Rococo revival
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with deep natural patina
Provenance: Private collection; retail-marked by Tiffany & Co.