A finely painted porcelain portrait plaque, ca. 1890, depicting a young child in Tyrolean-style attire-feathered hat, red cravat, and fur-trimmed vest. Executed with striking naturalism and delicate brushwork, in the manner of KPM Berlin. Signed "Dannus" at lower right. Based on style and subject, likely of Central European origin, possibly Austria.

Presented in an ornate round Victorian giltwood frame with deeply carved rococo floral and scroll motifs, gold leaf over gesso. A museum-quality pairing of fine porcelain and period craftsmanship.

Dimensions (approx.):
* Overall (with frame): 21 in. diameter
* Plaque diameter: 14.75 in.

Medium: Hand-painted porcelain
Frame: Carved giltwood, original to period
Signature: "Dannus," lower right


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Antique and preowned, with wear consistent with age and history. Minor cracks in the gesso. Porcelain and painted surface remain in exceptional condition.

Creator:
Styled After: KPM Porcelain

Materials & Techniques:
Gesso, Gold Leaf, Porcelain

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Antique and preowned, with wear consistent with age and history. Minor cracks in the gesso. Porcelain and painted surface remain in exceptional condition.