Late 19th Century Porcelain Ram Covered Butter Dish by Kuznetsov, Russia

Description

Porcelain covered box in the form of a ram, made in the 1890's by Kuznetsov in Russia. This two piece … more Porcelain covered box in the form of a ram, made in the 1890's by Kuznetsov in Russia. This two piece ram sits with his legs tucked underneath. It is decorated with white glaze, black painted spots, blue eye outline and gilded horns.
It is in good condition, consistent with gently handled antique porcelain.

6 x 3.5 x 4.5

Kuznetsov began producing fine quality porcelain near Moscow in the 1830's and quickly gained a reputation for exception white porcelain production.
The company was nationalized in 1912. less