Kornilov Porcelain Factory Lady with a dog Mid-19th century

This porcelain figure was made by the Kornilov Porcelain Factory, a private factory founded by Mikhail Savinovich Kornilov in St Petersburg.  The factory became known for works of high technical quality, often with bright enamel over-painting and rich gilding.  In January 1988, thieves broke into Dorich House and stole around 100 works of art from Gordine and Hare’s collection.  This figure was among the stolen items and was later recovered by the police.