Antique Meissen Hand-Painted Porcelain Plate | Fine German Porcelain, 18th–19th Century

A beautiful hand-painted porcelain plate from Meissen, the oldest and most celebrated porcelain manufacturer in Europe. Founded in 1710 in Saxony, Germany, Meissen established the very foundations of European hard-paste porcelain and remains the benchmark against which all fine porcelain is measured. Pieces bearing the iconic crossed swords mark are among the most sought-after in the world of antique ceramics.

This plate showcases the exceptional hand-painting tradition for which Meissen is renowned — fine brushwork, rich colour, and the irreplaceable quality of work executed by skilled artisans. A distinguished addition to any collection of European porcelain or fine decorative arts.

Piece Details

• Maker: Meissen, Saxony, Germany
• Type: Decorative plate
• Decoration: Hand-painted
• Material: Hard-paste porcelain