Large 19th century Imperial Russian Silver-Gilt Cloisonné Enamel Cigar Box

A fine Russian silver-gilt cloisonné enamel cigar box of rectangular form with rounded corners, richly decorated on both sides with intricate polychrome cloisonné enamel in multiple shades. The surfaces display elaborate scrolling floral and foliate ornament within beaded and geometric borders. The box opens to a finely fire-gilded interior with original fittings.

Hallmarked Moscow, 84 silver standards, with Cyrillic maker’s mark (not clear)

Weight: 314 g

Size: 5 in. (12.5 cm) length

3 3/8 in. (8.6 cm) width

1 in. (2.5 cm) height

Condition: very good