19 th. C. Portrait of Queen Louise Lingerie Necklace with Garnets & Lemon Quartz

An important 19th-century porcelain portrait, attributed to KPM, depicting Queen Louise of Prussia, serves as the centerpiece of this one-of-a-kind Renaissance-inspired statement necklace. The portrait exudes refinement and historical significance, reflecting the elegance and grace of one of Europe’s most revered monarchs.

The necklace features an elaborate collar-style chain, accented with exquisitely framed trillion-cut Lemon Quartz, providing a luminous contrast to romantic mid-19th-century Austro-Hungarian filigree panels adorned with delicate rose-cut garnets. The design harmoniously incorporates two 14 mm, two 10 mm, and one 8 mm faceted natural Lemon Quartz, alongside five 5 mm rose-cut garnets and four 5 mm natural garnet cabochons, creating a symphony of color, light, and historical artistry.

Measuring 19 inches in total length with a 4.75-inch drop, this necklace drapes gracefully across the décolleté, transforming rare historical elements into a timeless statement of luxury, artistry, and collector-worthy elegance. Every detail reflects Jill Garber’s mastery of integrating antique objects, historical symbolism, and contemporary design into a wearable work of art.

• Antique 19th-century KPM porcelain portrait of Queen Louise of Prussia

• Trillion-cut Lemon Quartz: 2 x 14 mm, 2 x 10 mm, 1 x 8 mm

• Five 5 mm rose-cut garnets

• Four 5 mm natural garnet cabochons

• Romantic mid-19th-century Austro-Hungarian filigree panels

• Total length: 19 inches; overall drop: 4.75 inches

• Original Jill Garber design handcrafted in her USA studio

*  Queen Louise of Prussia was renowned for her grace, beauty, and unwavering patriotism during a turbulent period in European history. Born Louise of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, she married King Frederick William III of Prussia and became a symbol of national unity and moral courage. Louise is particularly remembered for her role during the Napoleonic Wars, where she personally advocated for Prussia in negotiations with Napoleon, earning admiration for her diplomacy, intelligence, and courage.

Beloved by her people, she became an enduring cultural and artistic icon, inspiring portraits, sculptures, and commemorative works that celebrated her elegance and dignity. Even centuries later, Queen Louise remains a symbol of feminine strength, grace under pressure, and patriotic devotion, making her a compelling muse for historically inspired luxury jewelry and collector pieces.

*   Founded in 1763 in Berlin, the Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM) quickly became one of Europe’s most prestigious porcelain manufacturers. Renowned for its refined craftsmanship, luminous glazes, and exquisite hand-painted designs, KPM specialized in portrait miniatures, figurines, tableware, and decorative plaques that often featured royalty, mythological figures, and historical scenes.

KPM porcelain became a favorite of European courts, prized for its technical excellence and artistic elegance, and was often used to immortalize prominent figures, including monarchs like Queen Louise of Prussia. Its signature “sceptre mark” and hallmark blue orb ensure authenticity and denote a piece of lasting historical and collectible significance.

Even today, KPM porcelain is celebrated for its timeless beauty, rarity, and museum-quality artistry, making it a treasured material for luxury jewelry, decorative arts, and collectors worldwide.