Fine Porcelain and Pottery - 28th February 2017
Lot 268
An unusual Russian porcelain sauceboat Imperial Manufactory
Estimate £200 - £300 | Hammer £200
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Description
An unusual Russian porcelain sauceboat Imperial Manufactory, St Petersburg in the reign of Nicholas I (1825-55), modelled in the manner of a carved Chinese libation cup with prunus branches, rocky mountains and ruyi cloud scrolls, raised on three feet, decorated in gilt and white on a turquoise ground, the interior rim decorated with a formal leaf border, underglaze blue factory mark, 18.8cm.