Vintage Limoges Castel Miniature Napoleon I Portrait Plate With Brass Display Hanger

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Add a touch of classical French grandeur to your collection with this exquisite vintage miniature porcelain cabinet plate by Limoges … Read more Add a touch of classical French grandeur to your collection with this exquisite vintage miniature porcelain cabinet plate by Limoges Castel. Crafted in France during the mid 20th century, this 4" collectible showcases a beautifully detailed transfer-print portrait of Emperor Napoleon I in profile. He is depicted in his iconic green colonel’s uniform of the Chasseurs à Cheval de la Garde Impériale, complete with ornate gold epaulets and his signature hand-in-waistcoat pose.
​The plate features a charmingly scalloped rim, beautifully framed by a rich, textured gold-dusted gilt border. The reverse bears the authentic underglaze green backmark of the prestigious Limoges Castel workshop, complete with its signature chateau graphic.
​Equipped with its original, integrated brass-tone wire mechanism, this versatile piece is ready to be styled as a desktop easel miniature or incorporated into a curated gallery wall arrangement. It is an ideal piece for lovers of traditional, Neoclassical, or Empire-style decor.

Dimensions:
Width: 4"
Depth: 4"
Height: 0.5"
Condition:
Near-perfect vintage condition. The porcelain, central portrait facade, and heavy gilt border show virtually no signs of wear, rubbing, or scratches. Brass hanger is secure and fully functional.
Styles / Period:
Style: Empire, Neoclassical, Eclectic Traditional
Place of Origin: Limoges, France
Period: Mid 20th Century See less