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KPM Plaques: Gaining an Insight into the Art of Painting on Porcelain covers a broad variety of questions and
concepts never-before addressed in any literature. The development of KPM plaques is discussed in direct
relation to the development of art in those times, as well as to the changes in artistic style and taste. The book
also gives detailed advice on the recognition of false marks and answers a variety of common questions
regarding authenticity, comparing and recognizing quality of painting. In addition, the book is richly illustrated
with photos of plaques and miniatures, many of which are rare and are being presented to the public for the
first time. Most of these paintings on KPM and continental plaques are described in detail.
concepts never-before addressed in any literature. The development of KPM plaques is discussed in direct
relation to the development of art in those times, as well as to the changes in artistic style and taste. The book
also gives detailed advice on the recognition of false marks and answers a variety of common questions
regarding authenticity, comparing and recognizing quality of painting. In addition, the book is richly illustrated
with photos of plaques and miniatures, many of which are rare and are being presented to the public for the
first time. Most of these paintings on KPM and continental plaques are described in detail.
KPM plaques – paintings on porcelain produced by Berlin Konigliche Porzellan Manufaktur (KPM) were a complete
phenomenon of European artistic culture, developed throughout the nineteenth century up until the beginning
of the twentieth. These treasures are a rare find in today’s artistic world. A unique insight into the art of
painting on porcelain, this book will prove useful for anyone who would like to investigate the art’s past,
present, and future. Collecting paintings on porcelain plaques, particularly those produced the KPM factory, has
become quite a popular and widespread hobby. KPM Plaques: Gaining an Insight into the Art of Painting on
Porcelain addresses many questions asked by old and new collectors, and discusses information relating to the
history of plaques and miniatures, various subject descriptions, value determinants and techniques in
distinguishing the authenticity of KPM plaques. Illustrated with hundreds of high-quality photographs, this
book is like a work of art itself. This guide is of interest to beginning and experienced collectors, antique
dealers, historians and for just anybody who wants to have more information about these fabulous antique
works of art.
The book is easy to read and doesn't require any special art knowledge prerequisites.
phenomenon of European artistic culture, developed throughout the nineteenth century up until the beginning
of the twentieth. These treasures are a rare find in today’s artistic world. A unique insight into the art of
painting on porcelain, this book will prove useful for anyone who would like to investigate the art’s past,
present, and future. Collecting paintings on porcelain plaques, particularly those produced the KPM factory, has
become quite a popular and widespread hobby. KPM Plaques: Gaining an Insight into the Art of Painting on
Porcelain addresses many questions asked by old and new collectors, and discusses information relating to the
history of plaques and miniatures, various subject descriptions, value determinants and techniques in
distinguishing the authenticity of KPM plaques. Illustrated with hundreds of high-quality photographs, this
book is like a work of art itself. This guide is of interest to beginning and experienced collectors, antique
dealers, historians and for just anybody who wants to have more information about these fabulous antique
works of art.
The book is easy to read and doesn't require any special art knowledge prerequisites.
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Product Details:
ISBN: 0-9762771-0-7
Complete Book Title: KPM Plaques:
Gaining Insight into the Art of Painting on
Porcelain
Author: Sean Shakrovski,
Vera Rininberg
Binding Type: Hard Cover with
dust jacket
Copyright Date: 2005
Number of Pages: 256
Size: 8 3/4" x 11"
(22.5 cm x 28 cm)
Book Subject: Porcelain Plaques
Pub. Date: May 2005
Publisher: Finestein Book
Publishing
International Customers: This item WILL
NOT fit in a Global Priority unpadded flat
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Domestic Customers: This item ships
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ISBN: 0-9762771-0-7
Complete Book Title: KPM Plaques:
Gaining Insight into the Art of Painting on
Porcelain
Author: Sean Shakrovski,
Vera Rininberg
Binding Type: Hard Cover with
dust jacket
Copyright Date: 2005
Number of Pages: 256
Size: 8 3/4" x 11"
(22.5 cm x 28 cm)
Book Subject: Porcelain Plaques
Pub. Date: May 2005
Publisher: Finestein Book
Publishing
International Customers: This item WILL
NOT fit in a Global Priority unpadded flat
envelope.
Domestic Customers: This item ships
BOXED.
The contents of the book
1. General History of Porcelain 2. Painting on Porcelain Plaque 3. Subjects of Porcelain Plaques 4. Porcelain
Plaque Miniatures 5. Distinguishing Counterfeit KPM Plaques 6. The Value of KPM Plaques 7. Collections
Throughout the World
1. General History of Porcelain 2. Painting on Porcelain Plaque 3. Subjects of Porcelain Plaques 4. Porcelain
Plaque Miniatures 5. Distinguishing Counterfeit KPM Plaques 6. The Value of KPM Plaques 7. Collections
Throughout the World
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