Chalice

The chalice is silver, completely gilded. On the bowl of the chalice is a solid chased shirt, on which there are three oval medallions with the Crucifixion and the images of Anthony and Feodosius of Pechersky among the typical baroque pattern. On the pear-shaped stand there are also round engraved medallions with evangelical plots. Between them are garlands of fruits and flowers, suspended on ribbons tied with bows. The pallet is two-tiered, twelve-bladed. On the convex surface of the tray winged heads of angels, acanthus shoots with leaves, garlands of fruits, leaves and flowers, suspended on ribbons are chased, in the middle of which there are scaly cartouches with oval medallions depicting Gospel subjects. There is a wide profiled strip between the layers of the pallet. The blades of the lower tier of the pallet are alternately decorated with carved garlands of fruits, leaves and flowers and acanthus leaves. Stamps are placed on the bent edge of the pallet on the front side. A gift inscription is also carved next to them. The chalice is a sample of works made in the Baroque style. It is distinguished by original ornamental compositions made at a high technical and artistic level.