A beautiful antique Schierholz vase (hand-painted) PN.29.63
Historical Brief
The factory was founded in 1816 by the Heuäcker brothers. After the death of one of them, Christian Gottfried Schierholz became a partner. This Thuringian factory gained fame for its lithophanes. These masterpieces, produced since 1849 by Gottfried Henklein, are made of unglazed porcelain with filigree, translucent engravings. The factory has over 2,000 models. Its artists are constantly working on new designs.
In 1851, after Christian's death, his sons, Julius and Hugo, took over the management of the factory. His second son, Hugo, died in 1860. His brother, along with his widow, Julie, managed the company. In 1877, the next generation, Max and Arthur (sons of Julius and Hugo), took over. After Max's departure, Arthur became the sole owner. Arthur died in 1899. The factory became the joint-stock company Von Schierholz Porzellan Manufaktur Plaue G.m.b.H.
The company was nationalized after World War II, when Thuringia became part of East Germany. It was renamed VEB Porzellan Manufaktur Plaue. After German reunification in 1990, the name Von Schierholz Porzellan Manufaktur Plaue G.m.b.H. was restored. Since 1995, it has been part of the Königlich privilegierte Porzellanmanufaktur Tettau G.m.b.H. DESCRIPTION
Beautiful antique Schierholz vase (hand-painted). Model - 3871/3.
The vase is in the form of a flower basket with an openwork top, floral decorations with beautiful garlands, and is richly gilded.
No damage or repairs - some wear to the gilding.
Due to the age of the item, I rate the condition as GOOD+.
Dimensions:
Total height: 31 cm. Span: 22.5 cm. Width: 14.5 cm. Base: 11.5 x 9.5 cm.
Signature: Plaue Schierholz 1907 - 1927 (mass impression: 1912). PRICE: 320 PLN. (includes shipping)
