Titled “Circassians of His Imperial Majesty’s Convoy”; signed to read K. Giller 1860. Russian military presentation plaque on paper mache gilded with 18 karat gold leaf. Presentations plaques similar to this one were specially made as gifts for heroic military members during celebrations and jubilees. In a giltwood frame with a crest carved at the top; the same crest painted on the reverse of the painting. H: 10 in., L: 16 in.