Late 19th Century Hand-Painted Porcelain Bird and Insect Plates with Gilt Rims from Meissen, Set of 4

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A set of four antique Meissen porcelain cabinet plates, each measuring 20 cm in diameter and individually hand-painted with a … Read more A set of four antique Meissen porcelain cabinet plates, each measuring 20 cm in diameter and individually hand-painted with a finely detailed bird scene at the centre, framed by scattered butterflies and insects. The enamel colours remain vibrant, displaying Meissen’s renowned artistry against the luminous white porcelain ground.

The scalloped rims are edged with delicate gilding, bringing refinement and luxury to the set. Their decorative style reflects the Baroque and Rococo Revival traditions that informed much of Meissen’s 19th-century porcelain painting, blending naturalistic avian scenes with Romantic charm.

Each plate carries the crossed swords mark in underglaze blue, cancelled to denote factory seconds or deaccessioned stock. Despite this, the painting quality is superb and fully representative of Meissen’s craftsmanship.

Condition: Very good antique condition. No chips or cracks; rubbing to the gilded rims and minor age related wear.

Highly versatile, these 20 cm Meissen plates are ideal as cabinet display pieces, wall-mounted installations, or as dessert plates for refined table settings. Their compact size and decorative motifs make them perfect for collectors and decorators alike. This piece has an attribution mark,
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