Large Royal Vienna Style Porcelain Portrait Plate in Gilt Metal Frame

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Large European porcelain decorative plate in the Vienna style, featuring a finely printed female portrait surrounded by floral garlands and … Read more Large European porcelain decorative plate in the Vienna style, featuring a finely printed female portrait surrounded by floral garlands and rich ornamental borders. Produced in Central Europe, most likely the Karlsbad (Karlovy Vary) region, at the turn of the 20th century.
The portrait is executed using chromolithographic transfer printing rather than hand painting, typical for high-quality decorative porcelain of this period. The plate bears a blue beehive-style mark to the reverse, used decoratively and not associated with Royal Vienna manufacture. An impressed factory mark referencing Karlsbad is present on the back, along with a printed signature “Ruelserp” on the front.
The porcelain plate is mounted in an elaborate gilt metal frame with pierced decoration and applied handles, enhancing its strong decorative presence.

Origin: Central Europe, Bohemia (Karlsbad)
Period: Late 19th - early 20th century
Material: Porcelain with chromolithographic decoration, gilt metal mount
Dimensions:
37,5 x 28 cm
14.8 x 11 in

Condition: Good antique condition with age-related wear. Restored rim with gold paint, one small chip on the front surface (visible in photos). No structural cracks. See less