A Russian artillery bebout, a distinctive short military sidearm associated with the Imperial Russian army in the early 20th century. The bebout form is characterized by its compact proportions and curved blade, making it a recognizable type among Russian edged weapons.

The dagger has a curved steel blade of substantial width, giving the piece a strong and practical military appearance. This type of weapon was used as a sidearm and utility weapon, particularly associated with artillery and machine-gun units.

The present example retains its historical character and would be of interest to collectors of Russian Imperial arms, military edged weapons and early 20th-century equipment.

Origin:
Russian Empire.

Period:
Early 20th century.

Type:
Artillery bebout / military dagger.

Material:
Steel blade.

Technique:
Forging, metalwork.

Decoration:
Plain military form.

Dimensions:
Total length: 64.3 cm.
Blade length: 43.5 cm.
Blade width: 3.8 cm.

Weight:
Not provided.

Condition:
Age-related wear, patina, oxidation, scratches and surface marks. The condition is shown in the photographs.

The post Russian Artillery Bebout Dagger, Early 20th Century first appeared on Antique weapons, collectibles, silver, icons, bronze, swords, daggers...

A small Russian silver-gilt spoon with a twisted handle and richly decorated bowl. The spoon is ornamented with engraved and chased floral motifs, textured ground and decorative borders.

The bowl bears a Cyrillic inscription reading “Кого Люблю Таго Дарю”, an old-style phrase meaning “To whom I love, to that person I give”. Such inscriptions were commonly used on Russian gift spoons and small silver objects intended as personal presents.

The handle is partly twisted and fitted with decorative terminals. The surface retains gilding with age-related wear, patina, oxidation and rubbing.

Origin:
Russian Empire.

Period:
Late 19th – early 20th century.

Type:
Silver-gilt gift spoon.

Material:
Silver-gilt.

Technique:
Silverwork, gilding, engraving, chasing.

Decoration:
Engraved floral ornament, textured ground, twisted handle and Cyrillic gift inscription.

Inscription:
“Кого Люблю Таго Дарю”.

Dimensions:
Length: 13 cm.

Weight:
11.4 g.

Condition:
Age-related wear, patina, oxidation, rubbing to the gilding, scratches and surface marks. The condition is shown in the photographs.

The post Russian Silver-Gilt Spoon with Inscription “Кого Люблю Таго Дарю” first appeared on Antique weapons, collectibles, silver, icons, bronze, swords, daggers...

A Russian Imperial period brass bell, produced by the Videneev Manufactory. The bell has a simple cast brass body of traditional form, with a raised suspension loop at the top and an iron clapper inside.

The underside bears a cast manufactory inscription, partly visible in the photographs. The surface shows a warm aged brass tone with patina, dark oxidation spots, rubbing, scratches and traces of use.

This small bell is an interesting example of Russian utilitarian metalwork from the Imperial period and would suit collectors of Russian antiques, bells and early domestic objects.

Origin:
Russian Empire.

Maker:
Videneev Manufactory.

Period:
Imperial period, late 19th – early 20th century.

Type:
Bell.

Material:
Brass, iron clapper.

Technique:
Casting, metalwork.

Decoration:
Simple cast form with textured band and manufactory inscription inside.

Marks:
Cast inscription of the Videneev Manufactory inside the bell.

Dimensions:
Height: 9 cm.
Diameter: 7.5 cm.

Weight:
216.5 g.

Condition:
Age-related wear, patina, oxidation, rubbing, scratches and surface marks. The condition is shown in the photographs.

The post Russian Imperial Brass Bell by Videneev Manufactory first appeared on Antique weapons, collectibles, silver, icons, bronze, swords, daggers...