A porcelain vase, Imperial Porcelain Manufactory, period of Nicholas I, (1825-1855)

of campana form, the body finely painted with a reproduction of The Violin Player by Gerard Dou, flanked by ribbed and foliate stirrup handles issuing from female classical heads, the reverse decorated with gilded and vari-coloured gothic ornament on a rich pink ground, the lower bulbous body moulded with scrolling acanthus leaves, on a flared pink and gilded striped foot with circular laurel and berry frieze, square base, with blue Imperial cypher for Nicholas I

The vase is in overall very good condition following recent restoration. For a more thorough report please contact the department.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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Gerard Dou's Violin Player, dated 1665, was held in the Miloradovich Collection in St Petersburg until 1826 when it was acquired by the Hermitage.