Porcelain Pitcher With The Blue "bindenschild" Mark

Manufactory: Imperial Porcelain Manufactory, Vienna (Kaiserliche Porzellanmanufaktur Wien). Decoration: Hand-painted in monochrome purple/Purple of Cassius (*purpurmalerei*), depicting botanically inspired flower bouquets (roses and wildflowers). This style of floral decoration, combined with the painted detailing on the handle and spout, is characteristic of Viennese production from the second half of the 18th century or the early 19th century. Marks on the base: The blue mark is the Vienna shield (*Bindenschild*). There is a hand-painted number in purple ("27" or similar), which typically identifies the painter/decorator. Also visible is a number impressed into the ceramic body (e.g., "26" or a turner/molder number), typical of the Viennese manufactory's dating system introduced towards the end of the 18th century. The porcelain is in excellent overall condition, featuring a brilliant glaze, well-defined colors, and no significant chips on the rim or body. Dimensions: 18 cm high, 15 cm wide, and 8 cm deep.