German Meissen Porcelain Painted Plate Circa 1900

Antiques: Decorative Art: Ceramics: German: Porcelain Pre 1900: item #669516

A fine Meissen Porcelain painted plate, circa 1900. The plate with a scalloped edge decorated with a gold floral vine. The center is painted with courting figures in the countryside. The back of the plate with crossed swords in cobalt blue. Condition: Very good. Dimensions: Diameter 9 1/2". .".".

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Meissen Green dragon set of 4 salts crossed swords

Antiques: Decorative Art: Ceramics: German: Porcelain Pre 1920: item #668609
809-26

This is for a Meissen green dragon set of four salts. These could also be used as nut holders. They are all decorated with the ever popular dragon pattern In green and red with lots of gilding in gold. The set is in mint condition. They have the familiar crossed swords mark on the bottom. Based on the mark, we believe these date between 1860 and 1924. This was purchased from an estate and was still in the original box where they were purchased from Christies years ago. The Christies auction sti... Click for details

Meissen Green Dragon Inkwell set crossed swords Early

Antiques: Decorative Art: Ceramics: German: Porcelain Pre 1900: item #668608
809-25

This Meissen green dragon inkwell set is a wonderful piece. It includes 2 ink pots with covers and a tray to hold them. The inkwell pots fit into an indentation on the tray. They are all decorated with the ever popular dragon pattern In green and red with lots of gilding in gold. The set is in mint condition. They have the familiar crossed swords mark on the bottom. These date from between 1814 and 1860 based on the mark. This was purchased from an estate and was still in the original box where... Click for details

Meissen Green Dragon Coffee Tea Set 15 pieces sword

Antiques: Decorative Art: Ceramics: German: Porcelain Pre 1920: item #668606
809-24

This Meissen green dragon tea set is in mint condition. There are 15 pieces with teapot, cream, sugar and 6 cups and saucers. They have the familiar crossed swords mark on the bottom. Based on the mark, we believe these date between 1860 and 1924. They were purchased from an estate and were still in the original box where they were purchased from Christies years ago. The Christies auction stickers are still on the bottom. They are exquisitely done and first quality. Please see our other Meissen... Click for details

Elegant Rosenthal Deco Demitasse Cup and Saucer

Antiques: Decorative Art: Ceramics: German: Porcelain Pre 1920: item #668181
C187

This porcelain demitasse cup and saucer was produced in Germany by Rosenthal before 1920. The saucer measures 4 1/8 inches and the cup is 1 1/2 inches high. The cup and saucer have 8 sides. The body of the cup and saucer is deep cobalt blue. They are decorated with hand gilded roses and lacy decorations. The interior of the cup and the handle are gilded with heavy gold. The shape, the color and the design create the most elegant cup and saucer for use or display. This set is in excellent ... Click for details

Elegant KPM Berlin Demitasse Cup and Saucer

Antiques: Decorative Art: Ceramics: German: Porcelain Pre 1900: item #668174
C183

This porcelain demitasse cup and saucer was produced in Germany before 1900. The saucer measures 3 3/4 inches in diameter and 1/2 inch deep and the cup is 1 3/4 inches high. The porcelain is of the finest quality hard paste with excellent glaze. The cup is in the can shape and the saucer is deep. The style is simple and elegant, with the ground color being a deep rose decorated with a feathering of raised gilding on the rims. This is a first quality cup and saucer in excellent condition.

Fabulous Volkstedt Victorian Bisque Figurine

Antiques: Decorative Art: Ceramics: German: Porcelain Pre 1900: item #668167
C179

This porcelain figural group was produced in Germany by Volkstedt in the late 19th century. It is 11 1/2 inches high and the base has a diameter of 5 1/2 inches. The porcelain is fired with a bisque finish, although some ornamentation around the base has a high gloss glaze. The detail in modeling on this group is incredible, right down to the finger nails. Hand painted raised enameling on each figure's clothing is done with minute detail. The bouquet that the lady is holding has each petal ... Click for details

Meissen Cabinet Plate Reticulated Rooster

Antiques: Decorative Art: Ceramics: German: Porcelain Pre 1900: item #668150
RI95b

This elegant 10" Meissen cabinet plate has a hand painted painting of a rooster in beautiful colors. The wide reticulated border is also picked out in lustrous colors and gold. The plate is a factory second but I am sure it was decorated at the factory. I do not know the reason for the second. The condition is excellent - no repairs, cracks, chips or flaws. This is a real treasure! I have also posted the mate to this so a pair is possible. The plate dates circa 1880.

Meissen Cabinet Plate Reticulated Mallard Duck

Antiques: Decorative Art: Ceramics: German: Porcelain Pre 1900: item #668149
RI95a

This elegant 10" Meissen cabinet plate has a handpainted painting of a mallard duck in beautiful colors. The wide reticulated border is also picked out in color and gold. The plate is a factory second but I am sure it was decorated at the factory. the reason for the second is the speck of kiln dirt on the front with is covered with a painted leaf in the 18th century manner. The condition is excellent - no repairs, cracks, chips or flaws. This is a real treasure! I have also posted the mate to th... Click for details

Charming Dresden Miniature Scenic Cup and Saucer

Antiques: Decorative Art: Ceramics: German: Porcelain Pre 1910: item #667405
C172

This porcelain miniature cup and saucer was produced in Germany by Klemm Dresden around 1900. The saucer is 3 inches in diameter and the cup is 1 1/2 inches high. This may have been part of a child's tea set. The fine porcelain has a swirl design molded into it. The hand-painted scenes are done in Meissen style. There are alternating panels of flowers divided by fancy gilding. It looks just like the regular sized cups and saucers produced in Dresden at that same time. This charming miniatur... Click for details