Proper Woman

A vision of refinement and grace, Proper Woman captures the timeless beauty of classic portraiture, rendered with extraordinary precision on a KPM porcelain plaque. This striking piece presents a young woman in profile, her gaze poised with quiet confidence. Her attire, a harmonious blend of elegance and restraint, features a high-collared black velvet mantle over a pristine white gown, exuding aristocratic dignity. The rich golden embroidery of her cap, delicately painted, adds an air of regal sophistication. Every brushstroke demonstrates the meticulous artistry that defines KPM’s masterful craftsmanship, with lifelike textures and a radiant complexion that gives the subject an almost ethereal presence.

Rooted in the grand tradition of European portraiture, this KPM plaque exemplifies the 19th-century fascination with historical romanticism and neoclassical ideals. The subject’s refined attire and composed demeanor echo the influence of the early 19th-century Biedermeier period, where personal portraiture flourished as a means of celebrating individual character and status. KPM, renowned for its unparalleled expertise in porcelain artistry, has immortalized these cultural aesthetics through its enduring legacy of finely painted plaques.

Housed in an opulent giltwood frame of elaborate Rococo-style carvings, Proper Woman is as much an artistic treasure as it is a testament to the grandeur of its era. This exquisite work is a collector’s dream, embodying the intersection of fine art and the luxurious craftsmanship of KPM porcelain. Whether as a focal point in a distinguished collection or a statement piece in an elegantly curated space, this plaque stands as an enduring tribute to beauty, refinement, and history.