>The exhibition is the first attempt at a monographic display of unique monuments of the collection of "Western European artistic silver of the XVI-XX centuries" from the collection of the precious metals department of the State Historical Museum.

The exhibition is built on a chronological principle, the exhibits are presented sequentially from the end of the XVI century to the beginning of the XX century. in the artistic process of changing eras. Each section of the exhibition is dedicated to a separate chronological period and the corresponding artistic style.

>Open the exhibition works of German masters late XVI - early XVII century. This era of the late Renaissance is characterized by a balance of proportions, harmony of figurative and artistic forms and ornamental constructions. The Renaissance linear-symmetrical decorative solution of products is replaced by whimsical baroque compositions with plot biblical and mythological scenes or lush floral ornament. The middle of the XVIII century is represented by exquisite works of French and English masters of the Rococo era. The refined luxury of rococo is replaced by a strict simplicity and geometricity of the forms of classicism. Products of French masters of the late XVIII - early XIX centuries are distinguished by strict symmetry and an abundance of gilding, characteristic of the Empire style. Creativity European masters XIX century. demonstrates interest in the artistic styles of past eras and their own national traditions. At the end of the exhibition, works are presented with winding smooth lines and stylized ornamental motifs characteristic of modern style.