Blue Onion Pattern Coffee Pot with Lid in White Porcelain from Meissen

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Meissen Coffee Pot, Early 20th Century Lidded jug in white porcelain with underglaze blue decoration in the classic “Zwiebelmuster” (onion … Read more Meissen Coffee Pot, Early 20th Century Lidded jug in white porcelain with underglaze blue decoration in the classic “Zwiebelmuster” (onion pattern). The lid is topped with a naturalistically modelled porcelain rose in blue and white. Origin: Meissen, Germany Material: Porcelain Dimensions: H. 27 cm, D. 18 cm Period: Early 20th century Quality: 3rd quality Condition: Good condition, minor chip on the rose bud. Since the early 18th century, Meissen porcelain has been among the most sought-after in Europe. The characteristic blue onion pattern, “Zwiebelmuster,” was introduced in the mid-18th century and has since become one of the manufactory’s most iconic designs. Pieces from the early 20th century combine classical craftsmanship with high artistic quality, making them desirable collectors’ items today. See less