Faience figurine - utensil with lid for tobacco "Osman Nuri Pasha" End of 19th century. Kuznetsov porcelain factory. Faience, painting. 25x12x8 cm
Also known as Gazi Osman Pasha, was an Ottoman field marshal and the hero of the Siege of Plevna in 1877. Although unsuccessful in defending the city, he was awarded the title Gazi ("warrior" or "veteran") for gallantry in holding the city for five months against superior Russo-Romanian forces. In addition to his Adjutancy title, Osman received the Order of the Medjidie and the Imtiyaz Medal for his services to the Empire. The Ottoman military anthem called Plevna March was composed for his achievements.
Time period
End of 19th century
Factory
Kuznetsov porcelain factory
Country
Russia
Material
Faience
Size
25x12x8 cm
Item location
6A Ausekla str., Riga, Latvia
Price
€ 1080
Article
29_A16671
Type
Figurines
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