Presentation basket with Imperial Russian arms for Paul I
Manufacturer
Royal Porcelain Manufactory
(German, founded 1763)
CultureGerman
OriginBerlin, Berlin, Germany
PeriodFrederick the Great (1740-1786)
Datec.1775
Mediumhard-paste porcelain, enamel, and gold.
DimensionsOverall: 9.2 x 21.3 cm (3 5/8 x 8 3/8 in.)
MarkingsSceptre mark in underglaze blue, with Hermitage inventory number
DescriptionA Berlin royal presentation armorial pierced two-handled basket, painted with the Imperial Russian eagle supporting an Imperial crown and holding in its claws an orb and sceptre. On its breast the accolle arms of the 'Tsars of All the Russia's' and the 'House of Holstein-Gottorp' with two branch handles enriched with gilding.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.688
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
German PorcelainCollections
Status
Not on view
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