Dear Esteemed Guests,
We are delighted to extend a warm welcome and invite you to join us for the Classic Auction No. 10 hosted by the Antiqon Marketplace . This prestigious event will be held on November 28, 2024, at the Antiqon Art and Antiques Center, located at 52 Brivibas Street, Riga, Latvia.
The auction catalog showcases an exquisite selection of Russian and European art from the 18th to 20th centuries. You will have the opportunity to acquire magnificent silverware from Russia’s finest jewelry houses, masterful works of artistic casting and cabinet sculpture, celebrated paintings, rare collectibles, and exquisite jewelry from leading European brands.
Highlighting Our Top Lots:
Among the standout pieces is "Winter Sunset" by Julius Klever (1912). This mesmerizing painting captures the mystical beauty of a winter sunset, its rich colors and expressive tones transporting viewers to a magical snowy evening on the verge of twilight.
Another unmissable treasure is Franz Roubaud's "Peasant Troikas in Winter", a stunning work that beautifully encapsulates the majesty of the Russian winter landscape. Roubaud's mastery of form and atmosphere is evident in every stroke.
Icon collectors will be captivated by Mikhail Yegorovich Karpinsky's "The Lord Almighty", a remarkable example of early 20th-century Russian Art Nouveau.
Unique Collectibles:
A rare Russian silver presentation ladle in Art Nouveau style, crafted by Alexander Vyakev for Fabergé in early 20th-century St. Petersburg, is sure to spark interest among collectors. Additionally, silver items from renowned Russian workshops favored by monarchs and aristocrats will be available for bidding.
In the porcelain and faience category, collectors should take note of an elegant vase designed by Ernst August Leuteritz (1860–1863), an outstanding example of Meissen porcelain, along with unique works from the Imperial Porcelain Factory, and Popov and Gardner manufactories.
Particular Gems to Watch:
A gold pocket watch by Pavel Bure (1880–1887), presented as a gift by the Cabinet of His Imperial Majesty during the reign of Alexander III.
A gold snuffbox by Charles Colin, crafted in Hanau circa 1830.
The collection of furniture and interior pieces offers masterpieces from renowned Russian and European furniture makers of the 19th century, including:
A Louis XVI-style two-tiered tea table by François Linke.
A cabinet table by Milanese master Ferdinando Pogliani.
A sophisticated Louis XV-style writing desk.
For lovers of Art Deco, we feature bronze sculptures of dancers using the chryselephantine technique, created by masters Paul Philippe and Georges Morin in the early 20th century.
Participate in the Bidding:
With hundreds of meticulously curated items from private collections worldwide, each art enthusiast will find a piece to enrich their collection.
We invite you to participate in this extraordinary auction by registering at antiqon.com.
We look forward to welcoming you and wish you the best of luck with your bids.
Best regards,
Antiqon Marketplace
