Description
Offered for your consideration is an exceptionally rare antique 19th-century Imperial presentation Easter egg. Crafted in 1885 by the esteemed master P. Ovchinnikov, this historical masterpiece bears the official Imperial warrant, signifying the maker’s prestigious status as an official purveyor to the Imperial Court.
Detailed Specifications & Condition Report
The Stone & Craftsmanship The egg is masterfully hand-carved from solid, natural malachite. It has been meticulously polished to highlight the semi-precious stone’s mesmerizing, rich green banding and natural swirling patterns.
The Coat of Arms The obverse of the egg features a highly detailed, applied royal coat of arms (the double-headed eagle) crafted from gilt bronze, symbolizing supreme imperial authority.
The Stand & Hallmarks The egg rests gracefully on a solid gilt bronze pedestal stand. The underside of the base is deeply struck with original 19th-century hallmarks:
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The maker’s mark “П. ОВЧИННИКОВЪ” (P. Ovchinnikov).
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The Imperial quality warrant (the double-headed eagle).
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The assayer’s mark clearly dated “1885”.
Item Specifics Summary
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Material: Natural Hand-Carved Malachite & Gilt Bronze
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Year of Manufacture: 1885
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Maker: P. Ovchinnikov
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Total Height: 51mm
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Condition: Excellent antique condition. The malachite retains a brilliant, perfectly preserved polish with no chips or damage. The gilt bronze elements exhibit a beautiful, warm patina commensurate with its 19th-century age.
Terms of Sale This antique presentation piece is sold exactly as photographed. Please review all high-resolution images carefully, as they form a definitive part of the description.
It comes with an APPRAISAL CERTIFICATE FOR $3000
Free shipping to worldwide,fully insured by DHL overnight courier.
NOTE:PLEASE OBSERVE CAREFULLY THE PHOTOS! IT IS A SIGNIFICANT PART OF THE DESCRIPTION. Every possible defect which is shown in the photos,but not mention in the description,will be considered for described.All the photos shoot by professional Nikon 105 Macro lens under 40x diopter magnification,so you can explore even the smallest detail like under microscope!
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