Stunning Mini-Tureen with Bird Lid and Branch Handles produced by Herend - “Rothschild Bird“ Collection, well known hand painted pattern with birds perched among branches and scattered insects, in pristine condition. This is a Masterpiece made by Herend, extremely rare, Hand painted, the relief border in Altozier, outlined in gilt (gold), with applied bird, 1st class quality. This pattern was first created in 1850 for the Rothschild family of Europe and is considered to be the epitome of hand painting on porcelain. Twelve different motifs portray a 19th century tale about Baroness Rothschild who lost her pearl necklace in the garden of her Vienna residence. Several days later it was found by her gardener, who saw birds playing with it in a tree. The mini-tureen is in pristine condition, Like New-Never Used, marked with blue Herend shield mark and numbered, NO chips, NO cracks and NO repairs, please see pictures as they are part of description. Hungary - 1970 - 1885 Dimensions: Length: 13,8 cm Width: 9 cm Height: 10 cm The lot will be very carefully and safely packed! With love and respect for the porcelain - “ The White Gold “