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KPM Berlin Porcelain Cabinet Plate – Lady with Wine a Glass
After Gerard ter Borch (1617–1681) | Rare Commissioned Piece
This is a truly special early 19th-century KPM Berlin porcelain plate, beautifully hand-painted with a scene inspired by the Dutch master Gerard ter Borch. The composition features a young woman seated in a richly appointed interior, pausing mid-sip with a glass of wine in hand. She wears a deep rose gown trimmed in lace, her expression quiet and contemplative. A green-handled wine jug rests on a table covered with a blue and gold damask cloth, and a single lit candle adds a touch of atmosphere.
What sets this piece apart—aside from the incredible artistry—is that it was made as a private commission, not a production item. Plates like this weren’t made in large numbers, and the detail in the painting reflects that one-off level of care. It’s rare to find such a beautifully preserved example.
The scene is taken from the work of Gerard ter Borch, a 17th-century Dutch painter known for his quiet, introspective interiors. He had a gift for capturing subtle gestures and expressions—particularly in domestic settings—and his influence on later genre painting was significant. You can feel that same quiet intimacy here.
Condition:
The plate is in excellent overall condition. There are some light, age-appropriate scratches to the gilded rim (visible only in certain light), but nothing that takes away from the beauty of the piece. The painted center is flawless—still rich, crisp, and full of life.
