Beschreibung:

Russian Porcelain Basket from the Service of the Order of St. Vladimir Imperial Porcelain Factory, Moscow, period of Catherine II, circa 1783-85 Of oval form, the pierced exterior molded with a ribbon and cross representing the Order and intertwined garland, the interior painted with the star of the Order including the motto 'Usefulness, Honor and Glory,' with two woven branch-form handles, marked E under base with blue underglaze. Length 13 1/4 inches. Provenance: Property of a Russian Diplomat to the United Nations, Moscow/New York C
Very scratched on interior and base. Center of cross scratched out on one side. Gilding is very worn. Light scratches to exterior enamel.