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James Tassie (1735-99)
Catherine II, Empress of Russia (1729-1796) 1780
Porcelain, gilt metal | 7.7 x 5.2 x 1.3 cm (whole object) | RCIN 39437
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An oval Tassie medallion of Empress Catherine II, the Great, of Russia, facing to the right, wearing a helmet; in a plain gilt metal frame with ribbon-tied cresting.
Provenance
Bought by Queen Mary from the Collection of Mr. G.W. Bosworth (Buxton), sold at Sotheby's, 25/11/1947, Lot 32. -
Creator(s)
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Medium and techniques
Porcelain, gilt metal
Measurements
7.7 x 5.2 x 1.3 cm (whole object)
Alternative title(s)
Catherine the Great, Empress of Russia (1729-1796)
