Antique Meissen Porcelain Quatrefoil Miniature Hand-Painted Dish 1920s

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Antique Meissen Porcelain Quatrefoil Miniature Dish, Hand-Painted, ca. 1920
An exquisite Meissen porcelain miniature dish, dating to the early 20th … Read more Antique Meissen Porcelain Quatrefoil Miniature Dish, Hand-Painted, ca. 1920
An exquisite Meissen porcelain miniature dish, dating to the early 20th century, beautifully hand-painted with fruit and floral cartouches against an apple green border. The decoration is enhanced with delicate gilt scrollwork and fine detailing, in a style reminiscent of Dresden and Meissen’s most celebrated hand-painted porcelains.
The saucer’s distinctive quatrefoil (four-lobed) form makes this piece particularly charming, showcasing Meissen’s innovation in both form and decoration.
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* Origin: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory, Germany
* Date: ca. 1920
* Shape: Quatrefoil lobed saucer with matching miniature cup
* Decoration: Apple green border, floral and fruit cartouches, gilt accents
* Markings: Blue crossed swords with “S” mark, denoting a specific production period and quality designation
* Dimensions: Miniature size, ideal for collectors
* Condition: Good antique condition with minor wear to gilding along the rim
About Meissen Porcelain:
Founded in 1710, Meissen was the first European hard-paste porcelain manufactory, rivaling Chinese porcelain and revolutionizing ceramic art. Renowned for its innovation, vibrant enamels, and exquisitely modeled forms, Meissen quickly became synonymous with luxury and artistry. Its crossed swords mark, one of the oldest trademarks in existence, remains the definitive sign of authenticity.
This miniature dish reflects Meissen’s enduring reputation for refinement, artistry, and timeless elegance, making it a highly desirable piece for collectors of fine porcelain.
Dimensions: 2.8 x 4 inches See less