{"product_id":"teeglashalter-set-jaeger-auf-der-rast-925-silber-3tlg-perow","title":"Teaglass Holder Set Hunter at Rest 925 Silver in Case — 3-piece after Perov","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 3-piece tea glass holder set made of 925 sterling silver — consisting of a \u003cstrong\u003ePodstakannik (Russian tea glass holder)\u003c\/strong\u003e with a sculptural high-relief scene \u003cstrong\u003ebased on the painting \"Hunters at Rest\"\u003c\/strong\u003e by Vasily Perov (1871, now in the Tretyakov Gallery Moscow), a matching \u003cstrong\u003ecut crystal glass\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a classic \u003cstrong\u003e\"Prestige\" teaspoon\u003c\/strong\u003e with a rocaille cartouche and a blank initial field for engraving. Presented in a velvet-lined premium case — ready for gifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 2em 0; padding: 1.5em; background: linear-gradient(135deg, #f8f6f0 0%, #fff 100%); border: 1px solid #e8e0d0; border-radius: 8px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; font-size: 0.85em; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 2px; color: #967031;\"\u003eMore from this Sphere\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; font-size: 1.3em; color: #090302;\"\u003eTea Glass Holders with Tea Glasses in 925 Silver\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 1em 0; color: #555; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003eClassic Russian Podstakanniki with niello, sculptural designs, and high-relief motifs — all made from genuine sterling silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/teeglashalter-silber-kristallglas\" style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 0.7em 2em; background: #090302; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 4px; font-size: 0.9em; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eTo the Tea Glass Holder Selection\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerov's \"Hunters at Rest\" — A Painting Becomes Table Silver\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVasily Perov painted \u003cstrong\u003e\"Охотники на привале\"\u003c\/strong\u003e (Hunters at Rest) in 1871 — today it hangs in the \u003cstrong\u003eTretyakov Gallery in Moscow\u003c\/strong\u003e as one of the iconic works of Russian Realism. The scene depicts three hunters taking a break after the hunt: the older, experienced hunter animatedly tells an obviously exaggerated story. The middle hunter — younger, skeptically amused — thoughtfully scratches his head, apparently not quite believing it. The third, youngest hunter is excited, fascinated, hanging on the narrator's every word.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe painting is in the Russian educational canon what Spitzweg's \"Poor Poet\" is in the German — everyone knows it. \u003cstrong\u003eReproductions hang in forest houses, canteens, hunting clubs, and tea houses\u003c\/strong\u003e. The scene is both a homage to tall tales, to the camaraderie of a campfire hour, and to the human joy of storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArgentA has translated this painting motif into \u003cstrong\u003esculptural high relief on a Podstakannik\u003c\/strong\u003e — the scene wraps around, with detailed figures, the vegetation of the clearing, and the prey on the ground. When you turn the glass, the composition unfolds as a narrative. Those familiar with the painting will immediately recognize the composition — and this makes the piece a \u003cstrong\u003ecultural vehicle\u003c\/strong\u003e, not just a decorative tea accessory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePodstakannik — Russian Tea Culture at the Table\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePodstakannik\u003c\/strong\u003e (Russian: подстаканник, \"glass holder\") is the traditional Russian tea-serving device: a thin-walled glass is placed in a metal holder with an insulating handle, allowing the hot tea to be held securely. The Podstakannik became particularly well-known from the \u003cstrong\u003eRussian railway tradition\u003c\/strong\u003e — even today, tea is served in Podstakanniki on long-distance Russian trains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the aristocratic table silver context, Podstakanniki made of sterling silver with elaborate reliefs are \u003cstrong\u003esymbols of classic representation\u003c\/strong\u003e. Specifically:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✦ \u003cstrong\u003eTea glass holder made of 925 sterling silver\u003c\/strong\u003e, cast — fits classic tea glasses ⌀ approx. 65 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n✦ \u003cstrong\u003eSculptural high relief\u003c\/strong\u003e with the Perov scene all around, \u003cstrong\u003eantiqued for relief contrast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n✦ \u003cstrong\u003eClassic handle\u003c\/strong\u003e with acanthus decoration for a secure grip\u003cbr\u003e\n✦ \u003cstrong\u003e234 g of silver\u003c\/strong\u003e for the holder alone — solid construction\u003cbr\u003e\n✦ \u003cstrong\u003eHeight approx. 95 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Crystal Glass in the Set — Cut, Classic\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set includes a matching \u003cstrong\u003ecut crystal glass\u003c\/strong\u003e — a classic cut pattern with vertical crystal facets that sparkle in the Podstakannik when light hits it. The glass has a volume of approx. 250 ml, height 110 mm, outer diameter 65 mm — the standard size for Podstakannik tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interplay between the \u003cstrong\u003ecut crystal inside and the darkly patinated high-relief silver outside\u003c\/strong\u003e is the real optical highlight of this set — the light refracts in the glass and illuminates the hunter scene from within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote from the manufacturer: The glass pattern may vary slightly from the photo illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\"Prestige\" Teaspoon — Classic Aristocratic with an Initial Stage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included teaspoon is designed in a \u003cstrong\u003eclassic table silver style\u003c\/strong\u003e — not a sculptural attachment, but pure, elegant form: at the upper end of the stem, a \u003cstrong\u003erocaille cartouche with acanthus decoration\u003c\/strong\u003e, and in the middle, an \u003cstrong\u003eempty oval initial field\u003c\/strong\u003e — deliberately left blank for engraving (initials, monogram, date). The stem itself is smooth with fine acanthus accents, and the bowl is a classic teardrop shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImportant regarding the finish: The spoon is \u003cstrong\u003eantiqued\u003c\/strong\u003e in the relief depressions of the cartouche — a superficial blackening that highlights the ornament sculpturally. This ArgentA patination is \u003cstrong\u003enot niello\u003c\/strong\u003e (niello is a different technique involving fused black sulfur-silver paste, typical of the SevChern manufactory). On this piece, it is a superficial coating that does not unintentionally wear off with everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilver weight of the spoon: 40 g. Dimensions: 148 × 30 × 10 mm. Solid cast from 925 sterling silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e925 Sterling Silver + Cut Crystal — The Material Composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth silver pieces (Podstakannik + teaspoon) are made of 925 sterling silver, i.e., 92.5% pure silver, solid throughout. The cut crystal glass is separate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet weight: 976 g (with case). Pure silver: 274 g (Podstakannik 234 g + spoon 40 g).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat you need to know: \u003cstrong\u003epure silver tarnishes over time with everyday use\u003c\/strong\u003e — a chemical reaction with sulfur compounds in the air. For the Podstakannik, this means: reflective raised surfaces become slightly duller, and patina accumulates more strongly in the relief depressions (which sculpturally emphasizes the Perov scene — many collectors even appreciate this effect). The raised surfaces can always be restored with a soft silver polishing cloth, while the depressions retain their depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePackaging — Ready for Gifting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set comes in a fabric-covered \u003cstrong\u003epremium case with a deep navy velvet lining\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring an Argenta logo plaque. Case dimensions: 132 × 132 × 165 mm. All three pieces (Podstakannik, glass, spoon) are nestled in custom-fit compartments — creating the impression of a jewelry casket when opened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote from the manufacturer: The case or box may vary in details due to shipping conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFor Whom, for What Occasion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"Hunters at Rest\" set is an exceptional premium gift at the intersection of \u003cstrong\u003ehunting tradition + Russian art history + Russian tea culture\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is suitable for occasions where the gift should carry a cultural depth that goes beyond mere table iconography:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✦ \u003cstrong\u003eGift for hunters with an educational background\u003c\/strong\u003e — St. Hubertus Day, hunting anniversary, driven hunt organizer\u003cbr\u003e\n✦ \u003cstrong\u003eForest warden, hunting club president, game reserve owner\u003c\/strong\u003e — as an art historically recognizable token of appreciation\u003cbr\u003e\n✦ \u003cstrong\u003eRussia connoisseurs, Slavists, Russian-born individuals in the diaspora\u003c\/strong\u003e — for whom the Perov painting is a piece of homeland cultural heritage\u003cbr\u003e\n✦ \u003cstrong\u003eCollectors of table silver with iconographic depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n✦ \u003cstrong\u003eRetirement in a hunting or forestry profession\u003c\/strong\u003e — as an heirloom with a historical background\u003cbr\u003e\n✦ \u003cstrong\u003eWedding anniversary\u003c\/strong\u003e for couples with a shared hunting or Russian connection\u003cbr\u003e\n✦ \u003cstrong\u003eBusiness partners with an interest in art history\u003c\/strong\u003e — a diplomatic gift of the highest caliber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those looking for other premium gifts in a similar vein: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/jagdgeschenke-silber-925\"\u003eHunting Gifts in 925 Silver\u003c\/a\u003e with other wildlife motifs, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/teeglashalter-silber-kristallglas\"\u003eTea Glass Holder Selection\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/geschenksets-silber\"\u003eGift Sets in 925 Silver\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEngraving — Filling the Cartouche\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oval field in the cartouche of the teaspoon is \u003cstrong\u003ethe designated engraving area\u003c\/strong\u003e. We offer on request:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✦ \u003cstrong\u003eClassic monogram\u003c\/strong\u003e (ornate initials) in the oval field of the spoon\u003cbr\u003e\n✦ \u003cstrong\u003eInitials + date\u003c\/strong\u003e as a combined engraving (suitable for retirement or anniversary occasions)\u003cbr\u003e\n✦ \u003cstrong\u003eGame reserve name \/ forestry reference\u003c\/strong\u003e for hunting professionals\u003cbr\u003e\n✦ \u003cstrong\u003eAdditional engraving on the bottom of the Podstakannik\u003c\/strong\u003e as a unifying gesture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFont style, depth, and position will be discussed before execution. The spoon, with its designated cartouche, is particularly engraving-friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions about the \"Hunters at Rest\" Set\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Perov's painting depict?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nVasily Perov painted \"Охотники на привале\" (\"Hunters at Rest\") in 1871 — a scene with three hunters in a clearing after the hunt. The oldest hunter (right) enthusiastically tells an obviously exaggerated hunting story with expansive gestures. The middle, younger hunter skeptically scratches his head, not quite believing it. The youngest (left) is fascinated and hangs on the narrator's every word. The painting is considered a classic work of Russian Realism and hangs in the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow. In the Russian educational canon, it is as prominent as Spitzweg's \"Poor Poet\" in Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Podstakannik?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Podstakannik (Russian: подстаканник, \"glass holder\") is the traditional Russian tea-serving device — a metal holder with an insulating handle, into which a thin-walled tea glass is placed. It became famous through the Russian railway tradition, where it remains standard to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this niello?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. The Podstakannik features sculptural high relief in 925 silver, antiqued (superficial blackening in the depressions for relief contrast). The included teaspoon is also antiqued in the rocaille cartouche. Both are \u003cstrong\u003esuperficial blackening\u003c\/strong\u003e, NOT fused niello paste. Niello is a different Russian technique involving black sulfur-silver paste, typical of the SevChern manufactory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat glass is included in the set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA classic cut crystal glass with a vertical cut pattern (Argenta standard for Podstakannik sets of this class). Volume approx. 250 ml, height 110 mm, outer diameter 65 mm. The cut pattern refracts light in the glass and illuminates the hunter scene from within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for the set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePodstakannik:\u003c\/strong\u003e wipe dry after use, no dishwasher, no abrasive sponge. If the raised surfaces show tarnish, repolish with a silver polishing cloth — the patina in the relief depressions will remain and emphasize the motif.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTeaspoon:\u003c\/strong\u003e wipe dry after use. The antique patination in the cartouche will not disappear with everyday use.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal glass:\u003c\/strong\u003e wash separately, dry with a soft cloth — glass tolerates more cleaning than silver.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e in the included case, ideally with anti-tarnish strips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow heavy is the set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSet weight including case: 976 g. Pure silver: 274 g (Podstakannik 234 g + spoon 40 g) — the crystal glass does not count towards the silver weight (300 g glass intrinsic weight).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does this set differ from the Capercaillie Hunting Set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBoth are from the Argenta Classic Collection and include a Podstakannik + glass + teaspoon:\u003cbr\u003e\n✦ \u003cstrong\u003eCapercaillie Hunting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Capercaillie scene on the holder + Capercaillie sculpture on the spoon — direct wildlife motif, naturalistic\u003cbr\u003e\n✦ \u003cstrong\u003eHunters at Rest\u003c\/strong\u003e: Perov painting scene with three hunters on the holder + classic table silver spoon with initial cartouche — art historical motif, narrative depth\u003cbr\u003e\nWhich set is suitable depends on the recipient. For hunters with an affinity for education, \"Hunters at Rest\" is the stronger piece. For lovers of direct wildlife motifs, \"Capercaillie Hunting\" is the obvious choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is the set delivered?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIn a velvet-lined premium case (132 × 132 × 165 mm), securely packed with padding for shipping. Ready to be given as a gift without additional gift wrapping. On request, we can include a SilverVerse card with a dedication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-left: 4px solid #967031; padding: 20px; margin: 20px 0; background: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #090302; line-height: 1.8; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003e\"Hunters at Rest\" Tea Glass Holder Set 925 Silver — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    ✦ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eSet contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Podstakannik + crystal glass + \"Prestige\" teaspoon — 3-piece\u003cbr\u003e\n    ✦ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 925 sterling silver for holder and spoon · cut crystal glass in the set\u003cbr\u003e\n    ✦ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eMotif:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perov painting \"Hunters at Rest\" (1871) as sculptural high relief on the Podstakannik\u003cbr\u003e\n    ✦ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eWorkmanship:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid cast; holder and spoon antiqued (superficial blackening, not niello)\u003cbr\u003e\n    ✦ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eSilver weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 274 g total (holder 234 g + spoon 40 g)\u003cbr\u003e\n    ✦ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eSet weight incl. case:\u003c\/strong\u003e 976 g\u003cbr\u003e\n    ✦ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eHolder dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e ⌀ approx. 70 mm, height 95 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n    ✦ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eSpoon dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 148 × 30 × 10 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n    ✦ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eGlass dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e ⌀ 65 mm, height 110 mm, volume 250 ml\u003cbr\u003e\n    ✦ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eCase dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 132 × 132 × 165 mm (velvet-lined)\u003cbr\u003e\n    ✦ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e ArgentA, Russia — Classic Collection\u003cbr\u003e\n    ✦ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003ePersonalization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engraving in the spoon cartouche and on the bottom of the Podstakannik on request\u003cbr\u003e\n    ✦ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #967031;\"\u003eDelivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e free shipping (DE) · 30-day return policy · in original case\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 2em 0; padding: 1.5em; background: linear-gradient(135deg, #f8f6f0 0%, #fff 100%); border: 1px solid #e8e0d0; border-radius: 8px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; font-size: 0.85em; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 2px; color: #967031;\"\u003eMore Premium Hunting Gifts\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; font-size: 1.3em; color: #090302;\"\u003eHunting Gifts in 925 Silver\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 1em 0; color: #555; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003eHip flasks, wall art, niello pieces, and wildlife motifs for hunters and collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/jagdgeschenke-silber-925\" style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 0.7em 2em; background: #090302; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 4px; font-size: 0.9em; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eDiscover Hunting Gifts\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ArgentA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57535555207500,"sku":"15758645756236","price":1895.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/4783\/5212\/files\/teeglashalter-set-jaeger-auf-der-rast-925-silber-im-etui.webp?v=1778705894","url":"https:\/\/premiumgeschenk.de\/en\/products\/teeglashalter-set-jaeger-auf-der-rast-925-silber-3tlg-perow","provider":"Premium Geschenkideen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}