Description:
Three German Porcelain Portrait Plaques of Women, late 19th century, each in foliate craved giltwood frame, a KPM circular with portrait of a maiden wearing a red hat, dia. 3 1/2; and two ovals, one as a self-portrait of the artist Louise-Elisabeth Vigee Le Brun after the original painting, lg. 7 1/8; the other a depiction of Ruth after Charles Landelle, lg. 7 in.
Estimate $500-700
Each plaque is in very good condition throughout with no scratches, cracks, chips or restorations.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
Louise-Elisabeth Vigee Le Brun, Charles LandelleStuart Slavid
Senior Vice President
Director of Fine Ceramics
Director of Fine Silver
Director of European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Emily Stegner
Specialist, European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Stephanie Opolski
Appraiser
508-970-3000
European Furniture & Decorative Arts
The European Furniture & Decorative Arts department curates auctions of English, French, German, Italian, Dutch, and Russian antiques, furniture, and decorative arts.