Discus Fish Lomonosov Figure

Product Description

The lovely, striped discus, aka pompadour, fish as created in the Lomonosov Porcelain Factory in St. Petersburg. 8½" x 3" x 7¼". Hand painted, Lomonosov backstamp. Brand new condition. 1 only, as shown. Note: some of the photos show "hot spots", i.e. reflections, from the camera.

The symphysodon is a genus of cichlids native to the Amazon river basin in Brazil. Due to their distinctive shape, calm behavior, and dedicated parenting techniques, discus are popular as freshwater aquarium fish. It has attracted a large hobbyist following and has created a multimillion dollar international industry complete with shows, competitions, and reputable online breeders.

The Lomonosov Porcelain Factory (Ломоносовский фарфоровый завод) has had a long history, starting with its name. When founded in 1744, it carried the name Imperial Porcelain Factory (Императорский фарфоровый завод). In 1925, it became Lomonosov, named after the scientist and writer Mikhail Lomonosov (1711-1765). Finally, in 2005, it came full circle and was renamed the Imperial Porcelain Factory (or Manufactory), or IPM, for short.