Rare 1844 Sevres Porcelain Portrait Plate - Chateau des Tuileries - Louis Philip

Description

View Rare 1844 Sevres Porcelain Portrait Plate - Chateau des Tuileries - Louis Philip with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. • Red "Chateau des Tuileries" Mark: An elite provenance mark confirming this piece was destined for the Tuileries Palace in Paris. Up for sale is a magnificent and authentic Sèvres porcelain portrait plate, dated 1844, featuring a hand-painted portrait of Empress Marie Louise. Up for sale is a magnificent and authentic Sèvres porcelain portrait plate, dated 1844, featuring a hand-painted portrait of Empress Marie Louise. This plate was part of a royal service commissioned for the Chateau des Tuileries during the reign of King Louis Philippe I. [Historical Markings & Provenance] The back of the plate features three distinct and highly sought-after markings: • S.37: Denotes the porcelain blank was produced in 1837. • Blue Circular Mark (LP 1844): The Royal Cypher of Louis Philippe I, indicating the decoration was completed at the Sèvres National Manufactory in 1844. • Red "Chateau des Tuileries" Mark: An elite provenance mark confirming this piece was destined for the Tuileries Palace in Paris. • Inscription: "Marie Louise" hand-written in red script on the reverse. [Artistry & Design] • Center Portrait: A stunning, finely detailed hand-painted portrait of Marie Louise in a vibrant blue dress, surrounded by a rich gold laurel wreath. • Border: A cream-colored rim decorated with four intricate floral bouquets and heavy 22K gold raised gilding (gilt-bronze style patterns). [Condition Report] • Overall: Excellent antique condition given its 180+ year history. • Surface: No chips, cracks, or professional repairs. • Gilding: Minor, age-appropriate wear to the gold gilding on the rim, which adds to its authentic antique character. • Portrait: The central painting remains in superb condition with vivid colors and no significant scratches. [Specifications] • Manufactory: Sèvres (Manufacture nationale de Sèvres) • Date: 1837 (Blank) / 1844 (Decoration) • Origin: France D Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Decorative Collectibles › Collector Plates. Brand: Sèvres.

Antique

Yes

Shape

Round

Occasion

All Occasions

Material

Porcelain

Vintage

Yes

Brand

Sèvres

Type

Collector Plate

Era

Victorian (1837-1900)

Production Style

Art Pottery

Time Period Manufactured

1800-1849

Production Technique

Pottery

Culture

French

Handmade

Yes