Porcelain, white glazed, polychrome onglaze painted and gold etched
Germany, Berlin, mid-19th century
Décor: veduta painting of the view of the fortress in St. Petersburg, fine gold painting
Height (incl. mount): 9 cm
Very good condition
Front wall with the view, of the Neva of the Petersburg fortress with Peter and Paul Cathedral, inscribed ‘La Forteresse à Petersbourg`
Provenance: German private collection

The porcelain egg originates from KPM Berlin from the mid-19th century. The ovoid wall of the porcelain egg is equipped with a gilt metal mount. The front wall shows a rectangle picture field with a very fine view, which is inscribed ‘La Forteresse à Petersbourg`. Presented is the view of the Neva of the Petersburg fortress with Peter and Paul Cathedral. Verso is finest gold ornament painting executed in dull and glossy gold.

The porcelain egg is in very good condition. It is 9 cm in height including the mount. (tm)

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