A silver parcel-gilt tea kettle with a lobed body, engraved with the owner's monogram. Russian silver hallmarks: NK (Nikolai Fedorovich Kemper, 1892 and after 1908), 84, anchor for St. Petersburg. Footnote: Kemper Nikolai Fedorovich, an owner of the gold and silver shop. A sugar bowl and cup from his workshop are on display at the GIM (State Historical Museum, Russia). Кемпер Николай Федорович, владелец мастерской золотых и серебряных изделий. Мастер имел клеймо с изображением своих инициал двумя буквами "НК". Предметы: сухарница и чашка, ГИМ. (1892-1908 гг.) Dimensions: H: 13 1.4 in., (33.5 cm.) Perfect.

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