Lot #1959 Six Russian Trumpet Shaped Kiddush Cups in 84 Silver Having Superb Craftsmanship: A Matching Trio, a Matching Pair and a Single

Description:

Six Russian Trumpet Shaped Kiddush Cups in 84 Silver Having Superb Craftsmanship: A Matching Trio, a Matching Pair and a Single Cup. Expert Russian craftsmanship on display as seen in these 84 silver Kiddush/vodka cups all having outstanding craftsmanship in their engravings and niello inlays. While at a distance, the six appear to match. However three match exactly with bold Cyrillic letters underneath each cartouche (we note minor issues with base on two) a handsome matching pair (a discrete repair underside of base) and a single cup with bold Cyrillic letters above the cartouche and the base having been engraved and accented in niello in a Greek key design unique to the six. 3.25 x 1.25" with a total weight of 5 ozt. Estimated Value $300 - 600

Categories: Judaica