19. A Silver Tromp Loeil Basket, by Matvey Nikiforov, Moscow, Russia

The ovoid form with repousse basket weave, the rim and handles with bound wheat sheaf motif, centering a wheat motif, raised over four loop feet, stamped on basket. 7", 4 1/2" w., 5 ozt.

2,000/4,000

Condition: very good, no damage or repair.