Description:

Meissen, set of six lunch plates.
Elegant porcelain set in the Blue Onion pattern, featuring the classic hand-painted underglaze blue decoration. Third quality from the mid-20th century, marked with the Meissen crossed swords and cancelled with two incised lines.

Origin: Germany.
Material: Porcelain.
Dimensions: D. 22 cm.
Period: Mid-20th century.
Condition: Excellent condition with minor signs of wear.

Bio:
Founded in 1710, Meissen is Europes oldest porcelain manufactory. The company is internationally renowned for its hand-painted porcelain and the famous crossed swords mark, used since 1722 as a symbol of genuine Meissen porcelain. Introduced in 1739, the Blue Onion pattern is one of the worlds most iconic porcelain designs, inspired by Chinese blue-and-white wares and executed in Meissens distinctive cobalt underglaze technique.