Antique KPM Style Hand Painted Porcelain Portrait Plaque Ornate Gilt Brass Frame For Sale

**Exquisite Antique Hand-Painted Porcelain Portrait Plaque - Neo-Classical Lady in Ornate Openwork Gilt Brass Easel Frame**
Immerse your space in the romantic elegance of the Grand Tour era with this stunning Antique Hand-Painted Porcelain Miniature Portrait Plaque. Executed in the meticulous style of historic German KPM and Vienna porcelain miniatures, this cabinet-tier masterpiece depicts a graceful young neo-classical maiden captured in profile. She features a delicate floral garland woven into her upswept hair and is dressed in a rich crimson or burgundy classical robe with a purple tied shoulder ribbon. The artist’s exceptional brushwork is beautifully visible in the soft blending of her fair skin tones, the intricate petal structures of her hair garland, and the depth of the shaded outdoor foliage backdrop.
The oval convex porcelain medallion is housed inside an exceptionally heavy, openwork gilt brass or bronze frame styled with traditional Rococo scrolling fronds, acanthus leaf flourishes, and a prominent open crown cresting. The porcelain is elevated by an elegant inset mat blanketed in a rich, dark burgundy red velvet fabric, which provides a striking texture contrast that pushes the luminous white porcelain art forward visually.
The reverse side highlights its high-end historic construction, equipped with heavy mounting tabs and a strong, integrated fold-out easel leg that allows it to stand securely on a vanity table, desk cabinet shelf, or fireplace mantel. This luxury piece is highly sought after by collectors of antique hand-painted portrait plates, Victorian boudoir decor, fine cabinet miniatures, and European decorative arts.
Key Features & Craftsmanship Details:- High-End Portraiture: Exquisite face detailing with lifelike rendering of hair, drapery, and background greenery.- Luxury Matting: Surrounded by an authentic velvet textile liner in a deep royal wine/maroon colorway.- Ornate Openwork Metal: Cast brass frame featuring intricate open scroll boundaries, complete with a functional, tight rear fold-out easel support.- Estimated Resale Value: Authentic late-19th to early-20th-century hand-painted miniature porcelain plaques in fine openwork easel frames typically realize between **$175 and $325 on ** depending on the specific buyer market and rear manufacturer numbers.
Approximate Dimensions:- Total Frame Height: 7.5 to 8.5 inches tall.- Total Frame Width: 5.5 to 6 inches wide.- Porcelain Plaque: Approximately 3.25 x 2.5 inches.
Comprehensive Condition Assessment:This antique decorative item stands in superb condition. The glazed porcelain insert is completely flawless, free of hairline splits, deep surface scratches, or restoration work. The hand-painted enamel details remain perfectly vivid and clean. The solid brass frame has not been modernly polished, allowing it to keep its gorgeous, authentic old-gold tone and deep natural oxidation within the scroll recesses. The rear easel leg is straight, tight, and stays firmly in place when extended. Please carefully evaluate all high-resolution macro photographs to verify the exact cosmetic state and exceptional casting details of this beautiful estate find.
Fast shipping from a clean, smoke-free home environment. To safely protect this delicate porcelain insert and ornate brass frame during transit, it will be wrapped in specialized tissue, surrounded by deep layers of heavy-duty bubble padding, and shipped inside a thick, crush-resistant exterior box with full insurance.