modelled as an allegory of Winter, an old bearded man, partially draped, leaning on a tree trunk in contemplation, a small fire burning at his feet, the underside impressed with manufactory marks and date

the wrist of the proper right hand broken and repaired, the underside of the foot with a chip measuring 1.7 cm; would benefit from a professional cleaning
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

This design was first introduced at the Imperial Porcelain Manufactory during the reign of Catherine II.  Because the manufactory at Kiev-Mezhigorsk was also state-owned, moulds and models were likely shared. See N. Wolf, Imperatorskii farforovyi zavod, 1744-1904 (ed. V. Znamenov), St Petersburg, 2008, p. 131.