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Imperial Russian Porcelain Butter Dish by Kuznetsov, Bird-form, C.1880
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Imperial Russian Porcelain Butter Dish by Kuznetsov, Bird-form, C.1880

19th century
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A rare and highly collectable Russian Imperial porcelain butter dish in the shape of a pigeon, manufactured by the esteemed Kuznetsov factory, c.1880. Features realistic hand-painted details in purple, pink, and blue, embodying both artistic finesse and functional design.

Kuznetsov was Russia’s preeminent porcelain producer, eventually supplying the Imperial Court. Pieces of this calibre are seldom available, representing museum-level Russian decorative art and a solid investment.

Stamped under base with the blue Imperial eagle and Kuznetsov mark.

Height: 12.7 cm, Length: 20.5 cm, Width: 10 cm. Weight: 442g.

Condition: Excellent antique state overall; note that there is a small, old chip on the inner rim of the lid that has been professionally filled and restored (see detailed photo). Please refer to photos.

Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance. It is important to note that shipping costs include labour, packaging and postage.

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Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this Russian Porcelain Butter Dish to the 1880s.

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Description
A rare and highly collectable Russian Imperial porcelain butter dish in the shape of a pigeon, manufactured by the esteemed Kuznetsov factory, c.1880.
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Features realistic hand-painted details in purple, pink, and blue, embodying both artistic finesse and functional design.
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fig 1. A late nineteenth-century Imperial Russian porcelain butter dish shaped as a seated bird with pink, purple, and blue stippled decoration.
fig 1. Imperial Russian Porcelain Butter Dish by Kuznetsov, Bird-form, C.1880

Kuznetsov was Russia’s preeminent porcelain producer, eventually supplying the Imperial Court. Pieces of this calibre are seldom available, representing museum-level Russian decorative art and a solid investment.

fig 2. A late nineteenth-century Imperial Russian porcelain butter dish shaped as a seated bird with pink, purple, and blue stippled decoration.
fig 2. Imperial Russian Porcelain Butter Dish by Kuznetsov, Bird-form, C.1880

Stamped under base with the blue Imperial eagle and Kuznetsov mark.

Height: 12.7 cm, Length: 20.5 cm, Width: 10 cm. Weight: 442g.

Condition: Excellent antique state overall; note that there is a small, old chip on the inner rim of the lid that has been professionally filled and restored (see detailed photo). Please refer to photos.

fig 3. A late nineteenth-century Imperial Russian porcelain butter dish shaped as a seated bird with pink, purple, and blue stippled decoration.
fig 3. Imperial Russian Porcelain Butter Dish by Kuznetsov, Bird-form, C.1880

Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance. It is important to note that shipping costs include labour, packaging and postage.

Date of Manufacture

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this Russian Porcelain Butter Dish to the 1880s.

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Archive I A late nineteenth-century Imperial Russian porcelain butter dish shaped as a seated bird with pink, purple, and blue stippled decoration.

Imperial Russian Porcelain Butter Dish by Kuznetsov, Bird-form, C.1880

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A late nineteenth-century Imperial Russian porcelain butter dish shaped as a seated bird with pink, purple, and blue stippled decoration.
Imperial Russian Porcelain Butter Dish by Kuznetsov, Bird-Form, c.1880
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A late nineteenth-century Imperial Russian porcelain butter dish shaped as a seated bird with pink, purple, and blue stippled decoration.
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A figural porcelain butter dish is a covered tabletop serving vessel sculpted to resemble a specific animal, bird, fruit, or object, designed to store and present butter while serving as a decorative table accent.

These dishes were cast in two distinct porcelain moulds to create the hollow base and lid, fired at high temperatures, and subsequently decorated with hand-applied overglaze enamels, sponge-stippling, or hand-painted details.

Authentic pieces typically feature impressed or blue underglaze factory marks on the base, characteristic crisp mould detailing, and distinct colour palettes produced by the Kuznetsov factories during the Imperial Russian period.

Figural porcelain items can be displayed on a dining room sideboard, placed within a glazed display cabinet, or repurposed as decorative trinket containers on a dressing table or entry console.

Wash gently by hand using lukewarm water and mild liquid soap, avoiding abrasive sponges, harsh chemicals, or dishwashers that can wear away hand-painted enamels and delicate glazes.
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