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Rosenthal Ephemera

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While the Rosenthal Porcelain Factory grew from humble decorating roots — as many pottery companies do — it eventually built a list of universally revered designer and artist partners that included Andy Warhol and Salvador Dalí. And after securing an enviable position as a top manufacturer of serveware and dominating the porcelain and bone china markets, Rosenthal expanded into furniture production, working with influential designers Verner Panton, Luigi Colani and Günther Ferdinand Ris and Herbert Selldorf.

German-born Jewish businessman Philipp Rosenthal founded the company in 1879 in Bavaria. It began as his modest workshop where he painted porcelain and encountered success with porcelain ashtrays. Rosenthal hired the best designers and clay modelers he could find. Adolf Oppel designed figurative Art Nouveau pieces, while Eleonore (Lore) Friedrich-Gronau produced decorative objects, namely her graceful porcelain dancer figurines, for the company.

Dinnerware, though, would be a Rosenthal mainstay. Between 1904 and 1910, Rosenthal produced its renowned dinnerware lines such as Donatello, Darmstadt and Isolde. These were introduced as unornamented white pieces — only later were they given their underglaze designs.

Rosenthal founder Philipp, a Catholic of Jewish ancestry, resigned in 1934 as the company’s president due to pressures owing to discriminatory German laws that took shape during the rise of the Nazi regime. Rosenthal died in 1937, and the family fled to America. The company would not regain its footing until 1950 when Rosenthal’s son, Philip, joined the firm and, in 1958, became chairman and dubbed Germany’s “China King.” At its peak, the company had 10,000 employees.

In the 1950s, Rosenthal’s modernist dinnerware was a significant part of the brand’s offerings, and by 1961 they introduced the famed Rosenthal Studio Line. Although furniture designers and ceramicists would lead the list of individuals working with Rosenthal — among them Tapio Wirkkala, Max Weber and Lisa Larson — the company eventually reached out to fine artists, not only Dalí and Warhol but Sandro Chia and Kenny Scharf. Rosenthal also collaborated with fashion designers Gianni Versace and Donatella Versace.

In a daring move in 1972, the company diversified into furniture, collaborating with some of the giants of mid-century modern design. The revolutionary Sunball chair, an icon of Space Age seating crafted by Selldorf and Ris, was among Rosenthal’s stellar successes in this venture.

On 1stDibs, find vintage Rosenthal ceramics, porcelain, tableware, seating and more.

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Designer: Rosenthal
Versace Rosenthal 1990s Porcelain Sugar Bowl & Lid
By Rosenthal, Versace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Indulge in the luxurious charm of the Versace Rosenthal 1990s Porcelain Sugar Bowl & Lid, a stunning addition to your barware that effortlessly combines whimsy with sophistication. C...
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Versace Rosenthal 1990s Le Roi King Sun Porcelain Vase
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Versace Rosenthal 1990s Porcelain Hot Flowers Salad Plate
By Rosenthal, Versace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Versace Rosenthal 1990s Porcelain Hot Flowers Salad Plate, a stunning and luxurious addition to your tableware collection. This porcelain salad/dessert plate features...
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Versace Rosenthal 1990s Porcelain Candle Holder
By Rosenthal, Versace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Enhance the ambiance of your space with the Versace Rosenthal 1990s Porcelain Candle Holder, a stunning and luxurious addition that seamlessly combines artistry with functionality. C...
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Versace Rosenthal 1990s Porcelain Oval Serving Platter
By Rosenthal, Versace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your dining experience with the Versace Rosenthal 1990s Porcelain Oval Serving Platter, a 14" masterpiece that adds a touch of opulence and whimsy to your table setting. Craf...
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Versace Rosenthal 1990S Porcelain Floral Gold Plate
By Rosenthal, Versace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Versace Rosenthal 1990s Porcelain Floral Gold Plate, a classic dinner plate that encapsulates the timeless elegance of Versace's signature style. This exquisite piece...
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Rosenthal Meets Versace Le jardin de Versace Tea Cup with Saucer Set of 6
By Rosenthal
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Elevate your table setting with this set of six cups and saucers from Versace x Rosenthal. Crafted excellently using high-quality porcelain, the set has stunning details that have be...
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Gianni Versace "le Voyage de Marco Polo" for Rosenthal
By Rosenthal, Gianni Versace
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Gianni Versace "le Voyage de Marco Polo" for Rosenthal. Gianni Versace for Rosenthal. "Le voyage de Marco Polo" porcelain plate with gold decoration, bright colors in red, green and blue with camels, Chinese temple in the center and peacock motif around. Stamped, part of the Rosenthal meets Versace 25th anniversary collection. Porcelain plate, serving plater collector plate could be used as a decorative hanging...
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Versace Rosenthal Hot Flowers Saucer Dish
By Rosenthal, Versace
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Versace Rosenthal 1990s Salt & Pepper Shakers
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Located in Scottsdale, AZ
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Questions About Rosenthal Ephemera
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sambonet Paderno Industrie S.p.A. owns Rosenthal china as of January 2022. The Italian company purchased the porcelain manufacturer in 2009. Philipp Rosenthal founded Rosenthal in 1879 in Selb, Bavaria, Germany. You'll find a variety of Rosenthal china on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify Rosenthal crystal, look for one of the company's maker's marks. The German crystal manufacturer changed their hallmark many times over the years, so you can use an authoritative online reference to determine an approximate manufacturing date. On 1stDibs, find a selection of expertly vetted Rosenthal crystal.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Rosenthal porcelain is made in factories in Selb and Speichersdorf, Germany. Notably, the head of the Bauhaus school, Walter Gropius, designed the factory in Selb. Philipp Rosenthal founded Rosenthal in 1879. On 1stDibs, you can find a selection of Rosenthal porcelain.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Rosenthal china is still being produced. Rosenthal was founded in 1979 in Germany with a passion for innovation and design with high-quality materials and hand-painted designs. Shop a collection of authentic Rosenthal goods on 1stDibs.

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