Meissen Plaque Depicting Four Royals Hunting in the Woods with a Dog and Rifles

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An exceptionally fine and quite larege Meissen hand-painted porcelain plaque depicting four royals hunting in the woods with a hunting dog and rifles. This is the finest quality of any hand-painted porcelain plaque we have to offer in our collection of porcelain plaques, which includes over fifty different plaques. Meissen is truly the finest quality of porcelain manufactured in Europe. This plaque is no exception, with mesmerizing colors, accents, details, and an exceptional subject. The four Royal men are seen standing on a gorgeous mountain side with large boulders around them. One man is seen resting on a boulder holding a rifle in his hand, while his hunting dog is eagerly staring at him, waiting for his command. The next gentleman is seen standing with a green undercoat, gray overcoat and top hat awaiting the other hunters reply's. The other two hunters are on the ground, one is wearing a white jacket and kneeling while placing his heavy hunting attire on the ground, the other is resting, laying on his stomach and discussing what their next route will be on their hunting voyage. The details of this plaque are exemplary, with the richest hues, most pronounced details and brush work, and the most elaborate subject material for any porcelain plaque. To complete this marvelous masterpiece, the original frame is parcel-gilt in 24k gold. Germany, Circa: Mid 1800's Dimensions with the frame: Height: 19.5 in. Width: 15 in. Depth: 1 in. Dimensions without the frame (plaque only): Height: 16.25 in. Width: 11.5 in.

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