Maltsov Crystal Factory (Russia)
Catherine the Great ciphered decanter and lid 1793
Glass | 17.3 x 11.7 x 9.8 cm (whole object) | RCIN 3703
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Square glass decanter with hexagonal lid. Front and back engraved with crowned 2-headed imperial eagle & E in centre. One side has engraving of 3 flower heads on stem with foliage. The other side has a crowned 'E' & 1793 on front. Catherine the Great's cipher. Catherine in Russian, Екатери́на
Provenance
Probably acquired by Queen Mary; date of acquisition unknown.
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Creator(s)
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Medium and techniques
Glass
Measurements
17.3 x 11.7 x 9.8 cm (whole object)
