$1,380
Porcelain Figure of a Woman Modeled as a Sphinx, Russia, c. 1850, Miklashevskii factory, the female bust in white d}collet} and pompadour hairstyle, the lower body formed as a leopard resting on a cushion, enameled monogram mark, (restorations to front paws), ht. 6 3/4 in. Note: It has been suggested that the figure may be a caricature of Catherine II.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2001-07-14