Catherine II (1729–1796), Empress of Russia
The Empress is wearing the star of the Order of Saint Vladimir, which she instituted in 1782 to mark the twentieth anniversary of her reign.
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The Empress is wearing the star of the Order of Saint Vladimir, which she instituted in 1782 to mark the twentieth anniversary of her reign.
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Title: Catherine II (1729–1796), Empress of Russia
Date: second half 18th century
Culture: Russian
Medium: Verre églomisé
Dimensions: Overall (sight): 5 1/4 × 3 3/4 in. (13.3 × 9.5 cm)
Classification: Glass-Painted
Credit Line: Bequest of Mary Martin, 1938
Accession Number: 38.145.32
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