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Treasures of Catherine the Great, 1st Ed Exhibition Catalog
Treasures of Catherine the Great, 1st Ed Exhibition Catalog

Treasures of Catherine the Great, 1st Ed Exhibition Catalog

Located in valatie, NY

Catherine the Great, famed 18th-century Empress of Russia, was not only one of history's most remarkable women, but also a voracious and astute collector.

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21st Century and Contemporary English Books

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Paper

Sotheby's Catalog, An Important Russian Imperial Jewel. Geneva, 2005 1st Ed
Sotheby's Catalog, An Important Russian Imperial Jewel. Geneva, 2005 1st Ed

Sotheby's Catalog, An Important Russian Imperial Jewel. Geneva, 2005 1st Ed

By Sotheby's

Located in valatie, NY

It evokes the blinding splendour of Catherine II, Empress of Russia: the magnificence of her court, her parks, her palaces, her art collections, and monuments.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Books

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Paper

Armorial Garniture Porcelain with Romanov Grandeur
Armorial Garniture Porcelain with Romanov Grandeur

Armorial Garniture Porcelain with Romanov Grandeur

Located in San Francisco, CA

On offer is a Chinese export-style, porcelain armorial vase, decorated in the manner of an 18th-century service commissioned for the Russian Imperial Market.

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Garniture

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

19th Century Wedgwood Queens Ware Creamware Gilt Pitcher and Basin Set
19th Century Wedgwood Queens Ware Creamware Gilt Pitcher and Basin Set

19th Century Wedgwood Queens Ware Creamware Gilt Pitcher and Basin Set

By Josiah Wedgwood

Located in Lomita, CA

Josiah Wedgwood guaranteed the longevity of Queens Ware in 1770 when he produced a creamware dinner service of 952 pieces for Catherine the Great of Russia.  

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Antique Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

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THREE Russian Watercolors - Oranienbaum Palace Views
THREE Russian Watercolors - Oranienbaum Palace Views

THREE Russian Watercolors - Oranienbaum Palace Views

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H 11.5 in W 14.5 in D 0.75 in

THREE Russian Watercolors - Oranienbaum Palace Views

Located in Woodbury, CT

Oranienbaum (The Chinese Palace) is situated on the southern shore of the Gulf of Finland opposite Kronshtadt; constructed by order of Catherine the Great. These three watercolor ren...

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20th Century Russian Paintings

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Paper

Set of Eight Samson Paris Porcelain Eagle Dinner Plates, 19th century
Set of Eight Samson Paris Porcelain Eagle Dinner Plates, 19th century

Set of Eight Samson Paris Porcelain Eagle Dinner Plates, 19th century

By Samson & Cie

Located in St. Catharines, ON

This design has more to it however, as it recalls the Chinese export service ordered by Catherine the Great in the 18th century for the Russian imperial court.

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Antique 19th Century French Chinese Export Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Rare Chinese Silver Gilt Filigree and Gem Set Vase, circa 1760
Antique Rare Chinese Silver Gilt Filigree and Gem Set Vase, circa 1760

Antique Rare Chinese Silver Gilt Filigree and Gem Set Vase, circa 1760

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

The delicate filigree vase decorated throughout in a typical Chinese manor and the four sides applies with Chinese shou characters, the neck and body is set with carnelian cabochons ...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Centerpieces

Materials

Silver

Antique Rare Chinese Solid Silver & Enamel Lidded Basket, Cutshing, circa 1790
Antique Rare Chinese Solid Silver & Enamel Lidded Basket, Cutshing, circa 1790

Antique Rare Chinese Solid Silver & Enamel Lidded Basket, Cutshing, circa 1790

By Cutshing

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A very similar example can be seen at the Hermitage Museum (Winters Palace, St-Petersburg) that was once used by Catherine the Great (reign 1729-1796). The top of the lid has an o...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Decorative Baskets

Materials

Silver

Napoleon III Pair of French Fans Chinoiserie
Napoleon III Pair of French Fans Chinoiserie

Napoleon III Pair of French Fans Chinoiserie

Located in Prato, Tuscany

The fan was introduced in France by Catherine De 'Medici, and the great European producers were France, England, Italy, and the Netherlands.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Chinoiserie Masks

Materials

Wood, Paper

George II Gainsborough Library Armchair
George II Gainsborough Library Armchair

George II Gainsborough Library Armchair

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H 37 in W 28.25 in D 30 in

George II Gainsborough Library Armchair

Located in New Orleans, LA

Soon this modest craftsman counted among his distinguished list of clientele countless members of nobility and society figures including Catherine II of Russia and famed actor David ...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

Crocodile Mahogany Pembroke Table by Thomas Chippendale
Crocodile Mahogany Pembroke Table by Thomas Chippendale

Crocodile Mahogany Pembroke Table by Thomas Chippendale

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in New Orleans, LA

The book contained over 161 plates with an astounding range of furniture in the Gothic, Chinese and Rococo styles. Soon, this modest craftsman counted numerous members of nobility an...

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Antique 18th Century English Georgian Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Thomas Chippendale Pembroke Table
Thomas Chippendale Pembroke Table

Thomas Chippendale Pembroke Table

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H 28 in W 38.5 in D 28 in

Thomas Chippendale Pembroke Table

Located in New Orleans, LA

The book contained over 161 plates with an astounding range of furniture in the Gothic, Chinese and Rococo styles. Soon, this modest craftsman counted numerous members of nobility an...

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Antique Late 18th Century Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Complete Set of 28 Wedgwood Bone China Waverley Pattern Approximate 195 Pieces
Complete Set of 28 Wedgwood Bone China Waverley Pattern Approximate 195 Pieces

Complete Set of 28 Wedgwood Bone China Waverley Pattern Approximate 195 Pieces

By Wedgewood

Located in Stamford, CT

Wedgwood has the distinction of calling itself “Potter to Her Majesty” having created earthenware for Queen Charlotte in 1765, Catherine the Great of Russia in 1773 and even a 1,200-...

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Late 20th Century English American Classical Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Samson Paris Porcelain Eagle Jardinière Centerpiece, 19th century
Samson Paris Porcelain Eagle Jardinière Centerpiece, 19th century

Samson Paris Porcelain Eagle Jardinière Centerpiece, 19th century

By Samson & Cie

Located in St. Catharines, ON

Recalling the Chinese export service ordered by Empress Catherine the Great in the 18th century for the Russian imperial court, this colorful and festive jardinière or planter, is de...

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Antique 19th Century French Chinese Export Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Five Samson Paris Porcelain Eagle Dessert Plates, 19th century
Five Samson Paris Porcelain Eagle Dessert Plates, 19th century

Five Samson Paris Porcelain Eagle Dessert Plates, 19th century

By Samson & Cie

Located in St. Catharines, ON

This design has more to it however, as it recalls the Chinese export service ordered by Catherine the Great in the 18th century for the Russian imperial court.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Chinese Export Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

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Fabergé Silver Service
Fabergé Silver Service

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$248,500 / set

H 10.25 in W 20.75 in D 16.38 in

Fabergé Silver Service

By Fabergé

Located in New Orleans, LA

This extraordinary 128-piece service by Fabergé is a rare treasure in more ways than one. Enclosed in its original oak chest, the exquisite service remains complete and in pristine c...

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Antique 19th Century Russian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

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