{"title":"Russian Tsarist-era","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"209\"\u003eTsarist era of Russia (1880–1917)\u003c\/strong\u003e was the twilight of the Romanov dynasty—a period of grandeur, refinement, and imperial opulence. Under emperors like \u003cstrong data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"344\"\u003eAlexander III\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"364\"\u003eNicholas II\u003c\/strong\u003e, the arts flourished, with institutions like the \u003cstrong data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"444\"\u003eImperial Porcelain Factory\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"446\" data-end=\"457\"\u003eGardner\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"463\" data-end=\"476\"\u003eKuznetsov\u003c\/strong\u003e producing exquisite porcelain and fine silverware for the aristocracy. Lavish interiors, delicate tableware, and gilded craftsmanship reflected the tastes of a court deeply inspired by European elegance and Russian tradition. Beneath the beauty, however, unrest grew, culminating in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"794\"\u003eRussian Revolution of 1917\u003c\/strong\u003e, which brought an abrupt end to centuries of imperial rule. What remains from this era are rare, meticulously crafted pieces—silent witnesses to the last decades of Imperial Russia.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kuznetsov-porcelain-fish-platter","title":"Russian Empire times porcelain platter produced by Kuznetsov","description":"A Russian Empire times fish shaped rare Kuznetsov's factory faience platter with a trademark of the producer. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition: \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVivid colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinor wear and tear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt has 1 chip and worn spot in the area of the fish tale. Both defects are  visible on the photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kuznetsov","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47836828303707,"sku":"","price":73.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/5625\/4811\/files\/110374255.jpg?v=1710621817"},{"product_id":"antique-kuznetsovs-coffee-set-of-6-cups-and-7-saucers","title":"Antique Kuznetsov's coffee set of 6 cups and 7 saucers","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou found a real piece of treasure... \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA charming, collectible set with old-world sparkle, a tsarist-era Russian porcelain coffee set by Kuznetsov, Dulevo (1880–1889) that:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-inside list-disc whitespace-normal [li_\u0026amp;]:pl-6\" data-streamdown=\"unordered-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\" data-streamdown=\"list-item\"\u003eincludes 6 cups with saucers, plus 1 bonus spare saucer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\" data-streamdown=\"list-item\"\u003ehas hand-painted design, including genuine gold ornamentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\" data-streamdown=\"list-item\"\u003ehas classic look with real gold gilding from the period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\" data-streamdown=\"list-item\"\u003eis in the excellent antique condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\" data-streamdown=\"list-item\"\u003ehas age-appropriate tiny quirks: the spare saucer has a microchip; one cup has an underside chip (that is hidden in use)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare: to preserve the real gold gilding, apply soft hand-washing techniques only. In other words, treat it gently and it will keep shining for another century. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eFun historical coffee drinking facts!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStrong coffee for nobility:\u003c\/b\u003e By the 18th century, coffee was a luxury among the Russian aristocracy, who preferred a very strong brew. Historical accounts note that Tsarina Catherine II's coffee was so concentrated that it was nearly lethal to a servant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoiling coffee: \u003c\/strong\u003eUnlike modern drip brewing, coffee during 1880-1917 was often prepared by boiling the grounds directly in water, sometimes with sugar and spices. This method produced a strong, concentrated drink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot an espresso:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Italian espresso machine was not invented until the early 20th century, and espresso culture did not take hold in Russia until much later. These Kuznetsov cups' similarity to modern espresso cups is purely coincidental, a product of parallel evolution based on brewing method rather than direct influence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kuznetsov","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47843312075099,"sku":"","price":590.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/5625\/4811\/files\/Use_AI_Image_Jun_2_2026_15_50_47.png?v=1781419901"},{"product_id":"pink-kuznetson-s-porcelain-duo-with-gilding","title":"Pink Kuznetson’s porcelain duo with gilding","description":"\u003cp\u003ePink Kuznetson’s porcelain duo with gilding is in an amazing state; it looks as if it has never been used in 100+ years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is the minimum age of this item. This porcelain duo’s age should be between 100 and 150 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA clean and extremely decorative look is appreciated by the multiple collectors of Kuznezov’s porcelain around the world. The fact that porcelain is an easy-to-damage product makes the prices grow among collectors every year. This statement is the most true in the case of most refined and perfect state items, as this one really is. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kuznetsov","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48068052582747,"sku":"","price":220.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/5625\/4811\/files\/IMG_5425.jpg?v=1713103985"},{"product_id":"tsarist-russia-vodka-bottle","title":"Tsarist Russia era vodka bottle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bear motif of this figural bottle is deeply rooted in Russian tradition, and this bottle served as much more than just a vessel for vodka. Crafted to grace the tables of the aristocracy, figural bottles symbolised national pride and social sophistication.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eHigh-quality figural bottles like this were often used for significant and formal occasions, such as an official marriage proposal to the bride's family, adding weight and status to the proposal. The bottle served not just as a gift, but as a symbol of the suitor's seriousness and ability to provide. I wonder if she said \"yes\"... \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eBear-shaped bottles were produced between 1880 and 1900, meaning that this specific piece is at least 125 years old. Iconic Russian vodka producers such as Smirnov, Shtirer, and Shustov \u0026amp; Sons are known to have used bottles like this, with the central medallion on the bear's chest designed to hold a distinguishing paper label.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: about 26 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Stardust-finds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48155221524827,"sku":"","price":132.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/5625\/4811\/files\/IMG_5930.jpg?v=1714490798"},{"product_id":"brothers-grachevs-russian-empire-era-cuttlery","title":"Brothers Grachevs’ Russian Empire era cuttlery","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIDRAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 12px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);'\u003eThe handles of this set feature neoclassical floral chased scrollwork, while each piece features the official Cyrillic maker's mark \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);'\u003e“Бр. Грачёвы”\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cem class=\"eujQNb\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);'\u003eБратья Грачёвы\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (Grachev Brothers) alongside the \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);'\u003e84 zolotnik\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Imperial silver purity standard hallmark.\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-hveid=\"CAAIDRAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 12px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);'\u003e\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Materials:\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The items feature \u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003egenuine 84-standard silver hollow handles\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e paired with solid metal serving ends\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-hveid=\"CAAIDRAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 12px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);'\u003e\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eTotal weight\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e of items is 136 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-hveid=\"CAAIDRAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 12px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);'\u003e\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe length\u003c\/strong\u003e of items is between 16 and 19 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonogram: \u003c\/strong\u003eWhile luxury cutlery of this period was usually engraved with the owner's monogram to prevent theft, this set remains uniquely unmonogrammed. Unmonogrammed antique silver is highly sought after by collectors, as it retains its clean, original design and allows you to seamlessly integrate the set into your own family collection without another lineage's initials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIDRAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 12px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);'\u003eThis stunning set comes from the renowned \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);'\u003eGrachev Brothers\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e silversmith house, one of the most prestigious jewellery firms in St. Petersburg. Awarded the highly coveted title of official Purveyor to the Imperial Court in 1892, their master artisans frequently collaborated with Fabergé.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Russian Empire Silversmith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48642115404123,"sku":"","price":175.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/5625\/4811\/files\/IMG_8030.jpg?v=1720550449"},{"product_id":"russian-empire-era-silver-spoons-set","title":"Russian Empire era silver spoons’ set","description":"\u003cp\u003eRussian Empire era small silver spoons’ set (84 standard) with the beautiful engraving, in the wonderful antique condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight of spoons is 63.5 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength is 10 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSet is sold with the box.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Russian Empire Silversmith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48642640904539,"sku":"","price":375.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/5625\/4811\/files\/IMG_8042.jpg?v=1720553176"},{"product_id":"russian-empire-era-pinkish-shot-glasses","title":"Two Russian Empire era pinkish shot glasses","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwo simple Russian Empire era shot glasses... or... wait... why are these glasses pinkish? Maybe these are not so simple after all?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: mint\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 10 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);'\u003e\u003cspan data-subtree=\"aimfl\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);'\u003eWhat did AI guess about the colour?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-processed=\"true\" data-subtree=\"aimfl\"\u003eThese specific glasses from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003eStardust-finds\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e are likely authentic utilitarian pieces from the late Russian Empire era. Their subtle pink tint is almost certainly the result of a natural chemical ageing process known as \u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003e\"solarisation\"\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (or \"sun-coloured\" glass).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin: 24px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-sae=\"\" data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\" class=\"otQkpb\"\u003eThe Secret Behind the Pink Tint\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 12px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-sae=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-hveid=\"CAAIBxAA\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eThe original formula\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: They were not originally made to be coloured glass. They were manufactured as standard, clear everyday shot glasses.\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-sae=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-hveid=\"CAAIBxAD\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eThe chemical culprit\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: During the 19th and early 20th centuries, glassmakers added \u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003emanganese dioxide\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to their molten glass mixtures. This acted as a \"decoloriser\" to neutralise the natural greenish tint caused by iron impurities in the sand.\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-sae=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-hveid=\"CAAIBxAG\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' aria-owns=\"action-menu-parent-container\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eThe UV light reaction\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: When glass containing manganese is exposed to sunlight or ultraviolet (UV) radiation over many decades, the manganese ions change their oxidation state. This chemical shift permanently turns the glass a faint lavender, violet, or light pink colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' aria-owns=\"action-menu-parent-container\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-sae=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-hveid=\"CAAICRAA\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eThe Perfect Time Window\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: The use of manganese as a primary decoloriser peaked between the \u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003e1880s and 1915\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. This matches the final decades of the Russian Empire perfectly.\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-sae=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-hveid=\"CAAICRAD\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eThe WWI Shift\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Around 1915, during World War I, global supplies of manganese became scarce because it was needed for steel production. Glass factories switched to selenium, which turns a different colour (amber\/yellow) under the sun.\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-sae=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-hveid=\"CAAICRAG\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eProof of Age\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: The fact that these basic, heavy-bottomed glasses have naturally developed a pink hue is an excellent indicator that they are genuine, century-old antiques rather than modern reproductions.\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin: 24px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-sae=\"\" data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\" class=\"otQkpb\"\u003eWhy This Helps Attribute and Authenticate Them\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI let you decide what to believe... but this colour is adorable!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Stardust-finds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48654780137819,"sku":"","price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/5625\/4811\/files\/112711453_0a2451ed-2497-436d-a603-50968fba3c91.jpg?v=1720721171"},{"product_id":"russian-empire-times-duo-produced-by-kuznetsov","title":"Russian Empire times duo produced by Kuznetsov","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis duo is a unique find for collectors of Russian porcelain. It dates back to the end of the 19th century\/beginning of the 20th (pre-revolution time) and is produced by one of the factory that belonged to the Kuznetsov's family, headed by \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatvei Sidorovich\u003c\/span\u003e Kuznetsov. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: excellent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory was established by a merchant Terenty Kuznetsov in 1832. First six kilns were built near Moscow in Dulevo. Kuznetsov products were known for distinctive porcelain whiteness. Female workers painting porcelain were called Agafya and their products agashkas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRussian porcelain industry developed especially fast in the second half of 19th century after serfdom was abolished in the empire. New capitalist fastly growing elite needs were best satisfied by Kuznetsov factories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKuznetsov company overtook in 1891 Gardner Verbilki factory (nowadays\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theoldstuff.com\/index.php\/en\/porcelain-marks\/category\/9-verbilki-porcelain-factory-marks\"\u003eDmitrovsky Porcelain Factory\u003c\/a\u003e). In 1889 the new name of the company was - M.S. Kuznetsov Company for the Manufacture of Porcelain and Pottery Goods. The Kuznetsov porcelain empire swiftly mechanized production when cheap foreign competition entered Russian market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scope of products was enormous. Kuznetsov factories produced some 150 different dinner, tea and coffee sets. There were 370 types of cups in production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1918, the Kuznetsov factories were nationalized. Kuznetsov traditions are now still upheld by\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theoldstuff.com\/index.php\/en\/porcelain-marks\/category\/27-dulevo-marks\"\u003eDulevo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efactory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSourced from: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theoldstuff.com\/en\/porcelain-marks\/123-porcelain-and-pottery-marks\/69-kuznetsov-marks?start=20\" title=\"link\"\u003elink\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Kuznetsov","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48690311397723,"sku":"","price":335.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/5625\/4811\/files\/110179805.jpg?v=1721228836"},{"product_id":"russian-empire-era-silver-84-standard","title":"Russian Empire era silver (84 standard)","description":"","brand":"Russian Empire Silversmith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48690388107611,"sku":"","price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/5625\/4811\/files\/112466034.jpg?v=1721230587"},{"product_id":"russian-empire-era-silver-spoon-84-standard","title":"Russian Empire era silver spoon (84 standard)","description":"","brand":"Russian Empire Silversmith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48690397446491,"sku":"","price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/5625\/4811\/files\/112466073.jpg?v=1721230732"},{"product_id":"faberge-mark","title":"Ruby-eyed silver peasant head sewing thimble wearing Faberge mark","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDid you know that people who collect thimbles are known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003edigitabulist\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003es?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAre you a digitabulist, or may you want to become one… Here is an amazing piece for you. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt might be a Fabergé Imperial Russian-era silver thimble, and it might not be Fabergé either. I cannot guarantee the authenticity of this item, but I guarantee that this piece is made skilfully and holds a lot of rustic charm. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"In the style of Faberge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49377396687195,"sku":"","price":280.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/5625\/4811\/files\/77322EBA-44E3-4F7F-BC9C-B7653DCDF166_1_201_a_81c97096-09c5-40b8-9c30-58925538a2d6.heic?v=1730489392"},{"product_id":"figural-tsarist-era-plate-by-m-s-kuznetsov","title":"Figural tsarist era plate by M.S. Kuznetsov","description":"\u003cp\u003eAnother sample of the diverse porcelain design from the tsarist era. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis serving plate is distinguished by the amazing colour of its glaze and the figural nuances. This all has stayed intact for more than 100 years and accumulated an extra charming colour wear. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eL: 22.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eW: 12.2 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced by Kuznetsov's factory in Dulevo around end of 19th century and beginning of 20th century (hallmark was in use until 1917).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kuznetsov","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52447099715931,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/5625\/4811\/files\/IMG_6893_4cc5f886-4f5c-402c-9325-7e637459901f.jpg?v=1771774941"},{"product_id":"sarist-russia-porcelain-tea-duo-by-kuznetsov","title":"Hand-painted lace-footed porcelain tea cup by Kuznetsov","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis rare hand-painted porcelain cup is \u003cstrong\u003eproduced by M.S. Kuznetsov in Riga \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eat the end of the 19th century \/ beginning of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe time of the cup’s production was characterised by the increase of the factories' production volumes, and as a result, even though produced semi-manually, many M.S. Kuznetsov‘s factories' items bear the signs of hurry and abrupt optimisation of the production time. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eConsidering that the item is more than \u003cstrong\u003e100 years old\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is in great antique condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cup is decorated with \u003cstrong\u003ehand-painting in the so called Agashka style \u003c\/strong\u003e– typical for this time and region. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCup height: 7 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore about the producer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKuznetsov Porcelain is the general name for porcelain and faience products produced by a network of factories belonging to the Kuznetsov family. The largest conglomerate of enterprises in Europe produced a vast quantity of tableware and decorative items, which became accessible to wide segments of the population. Kuznetsov Porcelain is well-known to collectors worldwide, representing a vibrant chapter in the history of Russian applied arts. Since the second half of the 20th century, the popularity of antique porcelain has been steadily growing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSource: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/veryimportantlot.com\/en\/news\/blog\/kuznetsov-porcelain--what-where-when\"\u003ehttps:\/\/veryimportantlot.com\/en\/news\/blog\/kuznetsov-porcelain--what-where-when\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kuznetsov","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52447209849179,"sku":null,"price":135.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/5625\/4811\/files\/IMG_7086_0fe678a2-5eb1-4d12-bf27-0b79a756e67b.jpg?v=1781427017"},{"product_id":"hand-painted-porcelain-tea-cup-produced-by-kuznetsov","title":"Hand-painted porcelain tea cup produced by Kuznetsov factory","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis beautiful, highly collectible hand-painted porcelain cup was produced by the M.S. Kuznetsov factory in Riga during the late 19th or early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCrafted with a generous amount of porcelain, the cup features a remarkably solid foot. Despite its sturdy base, the cup walls remain \u003cstrong\u003ebeautifully translucent\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the elegant decor lines to show through when held up to the light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDespite minor \u003cspan class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003ewear and tear\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, this cup is in excellent antique condition. The gilding, which was applied using genuine gold, shows partial wear; this is entirely typical for Kuznetsov porcelain, as the real gold accents were usually the first to fade with regular use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe cup is adorned with hand-painted flowers in the classic \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);'\u003eAgashka style\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, which was highly characteristic of the era and region. The lower section features an elegant inscription gilded in Russian Cyrillic: \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);'\u003e“В ДЕНЬ АНГЕЛА\"\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (translating to \u003cem class=\"eujQNb\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);'\u003e\"On Your Angel’s Day\"\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem class=\"eujQNb\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);'\u003e\"On Your Name Day\"\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 400; margin: 4px 40px 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-sae=\"\" data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" class=\"lQkWXb\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(230, 232, 240);' data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Fsg96\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCup’s height: 7 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCup’s width: 8 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore about the producer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKuznetsov Porcelain is the general name for porcelain and faience products produced by a network of factories belonging to the Kuznetsov family. The largest conglomerate of enterprises in Europe produced a vast quantity of tableware and decorative items, which became accessible to wide segments of the population. Kuznetsov Porcelain is well-known to collectors worldwide, representing a vibrant chapter in the history of Russian applied arts. 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The platter has mild wear and tear, which is appropriate to its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlate production dates back to the end of the 19th century or beginning of the 20th.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kuznetsov","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53377011777883,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/5625\/4811\/files\/IMG_4383.jpg?v=1781422770"},{"product_id":"catalogue-with-product-samples-from-latvian-company","title":"Rare Pre-WWI Russian Imperial Dye Sample Book Leopold Cassella Riga 1900 Woolen Yarn Aniline Textile Catalog","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eYou are looking at a rare, antique sample book of wool yarn dyeings titled \u003cem class=\"eujQNb\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cu class=\"wfWfIf fxyaSe\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"jAOkJc\" role=\"button\" id=\"gevl-UWCQaoOIAZS4wPAP54v20Ac_1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eRussian Aniline Dye Factory of Leopold Cassella \u0026amp; Co. in Riga\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[false,{\u0026quot;u\u0026quot;:0},{\u0026quot;u\u0026quot;:0},\u0026quot;\\u0026DrAFwe_1b:aPo2Hd\u0026quot;]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[[[\u0026quot;\u0026quot;,null,null,null,9,\u0026quot;Russian Aniline Dye Factory of Leopold Cassella \\u0026 Co. in Riga\u0026quot;,\u0026quot;\u0026quot;,\u0026quot;Russian Aniline Dye Factory of Leopold Cassella \\u0026 Co. in Riga\u0026quot;],\u0026quot;\u0026quot;,0,[null,null,null,1,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,[291933,null,1,1],null,null,[{\u0026quot;205\u0026quot;:[null,\u0026quot;FAILED_OR_SKIPPED\u0026quot;],\u0026quot;1219\u0026quot;:[null,null,\u0026quot;BOOK\u0026quot;,null,null,\u0026quot;FAILED_OR_SKIPPED\u0026quot;],\u0026quot;3524\u0026quot;:[76]}]],null,0],\u0026quot;UWCQaoOIAZS4wPAP54v20Ac_0\u0026quot;]--\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (\u003cem class=\"eujQNb\"\u003eРусская фабрика анилиновых красок Леопольд Касселла и Ко, Рига\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e \/ \u003cem class=\"eujQNb\"\u003eRussische Anilinfarben-Fabrik Leopold Cassella \u0026amp; Co., Riga\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e). This exceptional piece of industrial history contains original, physical samples of aniline-dyed yarn.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003eWhile standard Cassella sample books from later periods and other European regions are preserved in various technical museums across Germany, regional localized editions from the Russian Empire are exceptionally difficult to find.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHistorical background:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003eThis sample book dates from 1900 to 1914 (\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003ePre-WWI Industrial Era)\u003c\/span\u003e and it marks the precise period when the prominent German chemical and dye manufacturer, Cassella, operated strategic branches within the Russian Empire. \u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003eBefore the devastation of World War I, Riga was one of the Russian Empire's most vital industrial hubs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003eThe status of Riga city explains why an absolute powerhouse of the pre-WWI chemical and synthetic dye industries, Leopold Cassella \u0026amp; Co., had a branch here, in Latvia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Leopold Casella \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53379192750427,"sku":null,"price":175.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/5625\/4811\/files\/IMG_1422.jpg?v=1781441566"},{"product_id":"kuznetsov-s-kobalt-blue-white-pink-duo","title":"Kuznetsov’s kobalt blue-white-pink duo in mint condition","description":"\u003cp\u003eCup dm: 8.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCup height: 6.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSucer dm: 14.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kuznetsov","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53483526979931,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/5625\/4811\/files\/IMG_7977_0dd27196-a496-45f3-bb39-683f00b19d86.jpg?v=1782923793"},{"product_id":"set-of-big-silver-soup-spoons-from-russian-empire-era","title":"Set of big silver soup spoons from Russian Empire era","description":"\u003cp\u003eSet of six beautifully preserved soup spoons from the second half of the 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll spoons feature an engraved monogram with the capital letter \u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eM\u003c\/span\u003e. 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Stepping away from Kuznetsov's traditional, heavily detailed Slavic motifs, these duos embrace a rare, forward-thinking minimalism with the crisp cylindrical shape and brilliant gold trim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced in the twilight years of the Russian Empire just before the seismic shifts of 1917, it stands as a beautiful testament to a legendary factory at the peak of its craft.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kuznetsov","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53589597684059,"sku":null,"price":139.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/5625\/4811\/files\/IMG_9149_7ddb4150-a95a-425f-b083-caa4918d7f45.jpg?v=1783956264"}],"url":"https:\/\/stardust-finds.com\/collections\/russian-tsarist-era.oembed?page=2","provider":"Stardust-finds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}