If you're looking to just the perfect gift for a new bride, this set of Rosenthal "Maria" white dinnerware offers more than just way to serve meals. Some of the 97 pieces offered included are no longer available and that's part of the beauty of this set -- it's multi-generational,ning two continents, over years and years of love and joyous family occasions!
Some pieces of this set were first owned by a German woman who lived in Frankfurt. They were eventually passed on to her daughter, who added on to the set. As you can see in the last photo, the marks date the pieces from 1910, 1927, 1957 and forward. Every piece was lovingly kept and is in perfect shape. Footed Serving Bowl with Lid.
Gravy Server with attached plate. Tea Cups with 5 1/2 Saucers.
Oversize Tea Cup with 6 1/2 Saucer. More about this pattern from the Rosenthal website. Since 1916 the name Maria - stands for one of the most popular and successful porcelain sets. For generations, this has been the porcelain for weddings and other festivities due to its style and timelessness. The charming elegance of this form originates mainly from the neo-classical shape and the balance of classical and romantic elements, like the delicate, finely curved pomegranate relief.
A silver tea set from 1815 was the inspiration for Maria. The company founder, privy councillor, Philip Rosenthal senior, acquired the tea set on a journey to England. It was named after Philip Rosenthals wife Maria.
Showing Biedermeier style details, a pomegranate relief frames the neo-classical, polygonal shape of the set. Right angled contoured handles and pronounced angularly shapes with their light and shadow play defines the sets distinctive character. By the 20s and 30s, Maria had grown to a large set with about 170 different pieces. The item "Rosenthal Maria White Dinnerware 97 Piece Set" is in sale since Tuesday, February 21, 2017. This item is in the category "Pottery & Glass\Pottery & China\China & Dinnerware\Rosenthal". The seller is "accokeekpickers" and is located in Accokeek, Maryland. This item can be shipped to United States.