Description:

Meissen blue onion
Two creamers, early 20th century.
Organically shaped porcelain creamers with white glaze and hand-painted blue floral decoration in underglaze. Classic scalloped rim and curved handle.

Origin: Germany, Meissen.
Designer: Meissen manufactory.
Material: Porcelain.
Dimensions: H. approx. 8x8 cm (1st quality), H. approx. 12x12 cm (5th quality).
Period: Early 20th century.
Condition: Very good condition, minor signs of use.

Bio:
Meissen is Europe’s oldest porcelain manufactory, founded in 1710. Its characteristic blue-painted decorations, especially the “Zwiebelmuster” (Onion Pattern), are among the most iconic worldwide. Meissen pieces are marked by the crossed swords on the base, a guarantee of authenticity. Different quality marks (such as incised strokes through the swords) indicate grading — 1st quality without flaws, while lower grades denote minor imperfections.