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.
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Vintage Rosenthal Porcelain Versace Medusa Golden Obelisk 20th Century
By Rosenthal
Located in London, GB
ROSENTHAL FOR VERSACE, A LIMITED EDITION 'GORGONA' OBELISK (approx 38cm high) This is a superb Rosenthal for Versace limited edition "Gorgona" obelisk, dating from the late 20th Cen...
Porcelain
Fornasetti Rosenthal Porcelain Plate- Temi e Variazioni- Themes and Variation
By Rosenthal, Piero Fornasetti
Located in Downingtown, PA
Veiled Beauty: Fornasetti "Tema e Variazioni" Plate, Hands (Motiv 16) This visually arresting plate is a powerful example from Piero Fornasetti's (1913–1988) celebrated Themes & Var...
Porcelain
Rosenthal Fortuna Champagne Coupes by Elsa Fischer-Treyden - Set of 5
By Rosenthal, Elsa Fischer-Treyden
Located in Fairfield, CA
A set of 5 mid century coupe glasses made in Germany by Rosenthal. Made in the "Fortuna Smoke" pattern, designed by Elsa Fischer-Treyden and produced betwen 1963 to 1969. Each piece ...
Glass
$308Sale Price|41% Off
Rosenthal White and Gold 1960s Porcelain Centerpiece
By Rosenthal
Located in Milano, MI
Rosenthal white and gold porcelain centerpiece, made in the 1960s Ø cm 37 Ø cm 21 h cm 14 Rosenthal is a well-known and respected German manufacturer of porcelain products. Rose...
Ceramic
Verner Panton Original "Relaxer 2" Rocking Chair by Rosenthal, 1970s
By Rosenthal, Verner Panton
Located in The Hague, NL
Mid-Century Modern rocking chair " Relaxer II " by famous Danish designer Verner Panton and manufactured by Rosenthal Einrichtung in Germany, 1970s. The chair is in original conditi...
Fabric, Wood
$215Sale Price|25% Off
Artist Plate No. 7 by Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal, Mid-Century, 1970s Germany
By Rosenthal, Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in Andernach, DE
''Auch die Schatten kommen von der Sonne'' (''Also the shadows are made by the sun'') – is the No. 7 of the ''Artists-Plates'' from the Studio-Line by Rosenthal. With a limited edi...
Porcelain
Vintage Bjorn Wiinblad Studio Line Rosenthal Germany
By Rosenthal, Bjorn Wiinblad
Located in Bochum, NRW
Rosenthal Studio-linie 'Arundo' vase by Bjorn Wiinblad, Germany 1986 - German porcelain. Signed Björn Winblad on the wall, makers mark on the bottom. A cute little vase of exceptiona...
Porcelain
Rosenthal porcelain dinner service "Maria", Germany 1966
By Rosenthal
Located in Delft, NL
Rosenthal porcelain dinner service "Maria", Germany 1966 A white porcelain dinner service set by Rosenthal, Germany Dated with the Rosenthal mark of 1966 The romantic set called " M...
Porcelain
Rosenthal Andy Warhol Daisy Breakfast set (9 pcs)
By Andy Warhol, Rosenthal
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Rosenthal Studio-Line Andy Warhol Daisies 3 sets of coffee cup and saucer and plate. Rosenthal Andy Warhol Daisies line---beautiful, precious collector po...
Porcelain
"Rosenthal meets Versace" Set of Six Decorative Porcelain Plates 90s Germany
By Rosenthal, Versace
Located in Palermo, IT
A set of six decorative porcelain plates from the "Rosenthal meets Versace" collection, crafted from fine porcelain and hand-finished with 24-karat gold, featuring several iconic Ver...
Gold
Sculptural Postmodern Ringoletto Vase by Ron Arad for Rosenthal, 2000s
By Rosenthal, Ron Arad
Located in Lille, FR
Sculptural Postmodern Ringoletto Vase by Ron Arad for Rosenthal, 2000s. Height: from 16 cm to 24 cm
Metal
Rare Tapio Wirkkala Rosenthal Studio Line White Op Art Porcelain Vase
By Tapio Wirkkala, Rosenthal
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This elegant white porcelain vase was designed by the renowned Finnish designer Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Studio Line, Germany. Characteristic of Wirkkala’s refined and sculptural...
Porcelain
Rosenthal Studio-Line Frosted & Clear Crystal Cube Ashtray or Vide-Poche, 1970s
By Rosenthal
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rosenthal Studio-Line clear and Frosted crystal Cube Ashtray or Vide-Poche, Germany, 1970s This is a striking Rosenthal Studio-Line Lucite and glass ashtray or vide-poche, designed...
Crystal
Rosenthal Andy Warhol Flower Glass Plate
By Rosenthal, Andy Warhol
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Rosenthal Studio-Line Daisy Glass Plate. Andy Warhol, quite possibly the greatest pop art artist of our time. The Flowers print portfolio was created by Warhol following his wildly s...
Glass
Verner Panton Relaxer II Rocking Chair by Rosenthal
By Verner Panton, Rosenthal
Located in Berlin, DE
Verner Panton "Relaxer II" rocking chair, designed for Rosenthal Einrichtung, Germany, 1974. Reupholstered in brown leather. The beech frame shows light wear consistent with age. Dim...
Wood, Leather
Mid-Century Modern Punch Bowl Set - Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal - Porcelain
By Bjorn Wiinblad, Rosenthal
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A beautiful porcelain punch bowl set, made by the German brand Rosenthal. This is a design by the Danish designer Björn Wiinblad, who has had many collaborations with Rosenthal. The ...
Porcelain
Die Zauberflötte the Magic Flute Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal Espresso Set
By Bjorn Wiinblad, Rosenthal
Located in Miami, FL
Reduced From $2,500...Rosenthal Studio Linie by Bjørn Wiinblad Die Zauberflöte Expresso Coffee Set. With the design for the Rosenthal Studio Linie The Magic Flute, the Danish artist...
Porcelain
Rosenthal Versace “Barocco” Creamer / Milk Jug with Gold Accents
By Versace, Paul Wunderlich, Rosenthal
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This luxurious Rosenthal Versace “Barocco” creamer (milk jug) showcases the unmistakable opulence of the Versace aesthetic. Designed in collaboration with Rosenthal, the piece is ado...
Porcelain
Huge White Relief Op Art Porcelain Vase, Martin Freyer, Rosenthal Germany, 1960s
By Rosenthal, Martin Freyer
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful white matte op art relief porcelain vase from the 1960s, designed by Martin Freyer, executed by Rosenthal, Germany. In very good condition.
Porcelain
Rosenthal "Le Jardin de Versace" Espresso Mocha Cup Saucer Gold Paul Wunderlich
By Paul Wunderlich, Versace, Rosenthal
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This elegant Rosenthal Versace espresso cup and saucer from the coveted “Le Jardin de Versace” collection showcases the house’s signature blend of lux...
Porcelain
Mid-Century Romanze Porcelain Dinner Service by Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal
By Rosenthal, Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, near complete Mid-Century modern porcelain dinner service. By Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal. In the Romanze form and Medley pattern. Consisting of: 10 Large Dinner Plates ...
Porcelain
Bjorn Wiinblad White Porcelain 7.38" Saucer for Rosenthal, Germany, 20th Century
By Rosenthal, Bjorn Wiinblad
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Bjorn Wiinblad White Porcelain 7.38" Saucer for Rosenthal, Germany, 20th Century.
Porcelain
Rosenthal White Relief Striped Porcelain Vase by Martin Freyer, Germany, 1960s
By Martin Freyer, Rosenthal
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful white matte striped relief biscuit porcelain vase from the 1960s, designed by Martin Freyer, executed by Rosenthal, Germany. In very good condition.
Porcelain
Boxed Set of Four Crystal "Medusa D'Or" Champagne Flutes Glasses by Versace
By Versace, Rosenthal
Located in San Diego, CA
A gorgeous boxed set of four crystal "Medusa D'Or" Studio-Line champagne flutes by Versace for Rosenthal, circa 1980s. Elevate your drinking experience with these stunning flutes! T...
Crystal
Rosenthal Andy Warhol featuring Beethoven Glass Plate
By Andy Warhol, Rosenthal
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Rosenthal Glass Plate, featuring Beethoven by Andy Warhol, quite possibly the greatest pop art artist of our time. Shortly before his death in 1987, Warhol created a serie of portr...
Glass, Cut Glass
Rosenthal Versace Barocco Espresso Mocha Cup & Saucer Gold Paul Wunderlich
By Rosenthal, Versace, Paul Wunderlich
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This luxurious Rosenthal Versace espresso/mocha cup and saucer collection is an exceptional example of artistic porcelain design. The shape of the cup...
Porcelain
Rosenthal Porcelain Angel Candlestick After Andy Warhol, Circa 1980
By Rosenthal, (after) Andy Warhol
Located in Lille, FR
Porcelaine Angel Christmas Candlestick after Andy Warhol by Rosenthal, 1980s
Porcelain
$300Sale Price|20% Off
Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal Porcelain Vase, 1001 Nights Series
By Bjorn Wiinblad, Rosenthal
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage cylindrical porcelain vase features a standing female figure from Bjørn Wiinblad's series for Rosenthal company, '1001 Nacht' (1001 Nights). Whimsical, colorful figures on d...
Ceramic, Porcelain
$780Sale Price / set|20% Off
Midcentury Modern German Blue & White Porcelain Coffee or Tea Set by Rosenthal
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful German porcelain coffee or tea cup set, with creamer and sugar, in white with touches of gold and blue. Set includes six cups, one creamer and one sugar bowl with lid, al...
Porcelain
$148Sale Price|26% Off
Vintage Bjorn Wiindblad Decorative Plate 1001 Nights Lute Player Plate
By Bjørn Wiinblad, Jonathan Adler, Rosenthal
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful collectible plate from the famous Danish artist Bjorn Wiinblad (Bjørn Wiinblad). The plate was designed for Rosenthal, Germany and is deco...
Gold Leaf
$140Sale Price|20% Off
Bjørn Wiinblad Christmas Plate 1980 "Angel with Bells"
By Bjørn Wiinblad, Rosenthal
Located in Brønshøj, DK
Bjørn Wiinblad porcelain Christmas plate 1980, produced by Rosenthal Motif: The Angel and the Glockenspiel Designed by: Bjørn Wiinblad Diameter: 11" - 29 cm Comes in original bo...
Porcelain
Mid Century Berlin Tiergarten from Rosenthal China Modern Tea Pot Germany 1959
By Rosenthal
Located in Miami, FL
From 1959 Tea Pot by Rosenthal Germany with pattern named after the famous Tiergarten in Berlin. Slick designed form and simple decoration. Under the flared rim, a band of stilized ...
Ceramic, Porcelain
Rosenthal Germany German Shepherd Porcelain Dog Figurine Artist Theodor Karner
By Rosenthal
Located in Tustin, CA
Finest quality, vintage retired, handmade and hand painted in Germany, Rosenthal porcelain German Shepherd dog figurine by artist Theodor Kar...
Porcelain
$140Sale Price|20% Off
Bjørn Wiinblad Christmas Plate 1986 "Christmas Carols"
By Bjørn Wiinblad, Rosenthal
Located in Brønshøj, DK
Bjørn Wiinblad porcelain Christmas plate 1986, produced by Rosenthal Motif: O Tannenbaum Designed by: Bjørn Wiinblad Diameter: 11" - 29 cm Comes in original box and pamphlet. Bo...
Porcelain
Year Plate by Eduardo Paolozzi for Rosenthal, 1978
By Rosenthal, Eduardo Paolozzi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing bisque porcelain year plate, designed by Eduardo Paolozzi for Rosenthal, 1978, number 1620 from a limited series of 3000, complete with certificate and original box.
Porcelain
ROSENTHAL - Tapio Wirkkala - Porcelain 'Paper Bag' Vase - Germany - Circa 1977
By Tapio Wirkkala, Rosenthal
Located in Chatham, ON
ROSENTHAL (Manufacturer, 1879-Present) - TAPIO WIRKKALA (Designer, 1915-1985) - Mid Century pop art porcelain 'paper bag' vase (part of Rosenthal's Studio Line) - featuring a matte f...
Porcelain
Rosenthal Table Lamp, Red & Gold Art Deco Hand-Painted Porcelain, Germany, 1935
By Rosenthal Netter, Rosenthal
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful and unique hand-painted, footed, sphere-shaped porcelain Art Deco / Hollywood Regency table lamp. Made by Rosenthal, Germany, 1935. Excellent original condition. Signed...
Ceramic, Porcelain
$308Sale Price|20% Off
Rosenthal Porcelain Figurine of a Poodle Dog
By Rosenthal
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Rosenthal porcelain figurine of a dog. It depicts a hand painted full of details tall poodle standing up with a green belt in his neck. The Rosenthal hallmark is below the ...
Porcelain
Set of 6 Black 1980s 1-2-3 Series Dining Chairs by Verner Panton for Rosenthal
By Verner Panton, Rosenthal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of Six 1-2-3 Series dining chairs by Verner Panton for Rosenthal with chrome bases, newly reupholstered in Pauline Black. In otherwise original condition with visible wear consis...
Metal, Chrome
Rosenthal Porcelain Coffee Cup And Saucer Demitasse Black And Gold 1940
By Rosenthal
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique Rosenthal Porcelain Tea Cup or Coffee Cup And Saucer Demitasse Black And Gold Art Nouveau Venetian Style. Rare antique porcelain go...
Porcelain
Rosenthal Studio Linie Art Glass Vase Germany Mid-Century Modern
By Rosenthal
Located in Miami, FL
German Blown Glass large clear sculptural art glass vase Rosenthal Studio-Linie. Makers mark underneath. A-760-344
Blown Glass
Raymond Loewy Rosenthal - servies 26 pieces Form 2000 Bunte Blätter
By Rosenthal, Raymond Loewy
Located in Verviers, BE
Raymond Loewy Rosenthal - servies 26 pieces Form 2000 Bunte Blätter In the early 1950’s Rosenthal, a German maker of fine china, was looking to update their image and break into th...
Porcelain
Rosenthal Crystal Stemware Champagne Wine Cocktail Large Set of 27 Glasses
By Rosenthal
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large Set of 27 Rosenthal Crystal Stemware, Germany, circa 1960s. There are three different size glasses, and they measure 7.25"H, 6.5"H and 6"H each.
Crystal
Op Art Porcelain Vase by Björn Wiinblad for Rosenthal Studio Line Germany, 1970s
By Rosenthal, Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Op Art porcelain vase Producer: Rosenthal, Germany Designer: Björn Wiinblad Decade: 1970s This original vintage Op Art vase was produced in the 1970s in Germ...
Porcelain
Bjorn Wiinblad Rosenthal Vase
By Bjorn Wiinblad, Rosenthal
Located in Charleston, SC
Vintage and rare - Vintage Rosenthal Wiinblad Sheherazade Concertina Oriental Night Music Arund Vase - Rosenthal Studio Line, small vase or home decor. Designed by Bjorn Wiinlad in G...
Porcelain, Paint
Original 1977 Tapio Wirkkala "Paper Bag" Ceramic Vase for Rosenthal
By Tapio Wirkkala, Rosenthal
Located in Malmö, SE
Original Tapio Wirkkala "Paper Bag" porcelain Vase for Rosenthal. Early and rare production, made between 1979 and 1980. Excellent condition. Marked 'Rosenthal' 'Studio Linie' and ...
Ceramic, Porcelain
Majestic Line Rosenthal Porcelain Dinnerware Service for 12
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
This striking Majestic Line Rosenthal Porcelain Dinner Wear Service for 12 originates from Germany, Circa 1980. Each piece features remarkable gilt textural detailing circumscribing ...
Porcelain
Large Gianni Versace "Medusa" Porcelain Charger Plate for Rosenthal
By Gianni Versace, Rosenthal
Located in Miami, FL
Large Gianni Versace "Medusa" Porcelain Charger Plate for Rosenthal, Late 20th Century al Offered for sale is a large iconic Versace Medusa porcelain charger plate for Rosenthal. T...
Porcelain
Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Flatware, Extensive 91 Piece Set
By Rosenthal, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Atlanta, GA
Modernist stainless steel flatware set, designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, Austria, circa 1963. This is a large set containing 91 pieces total. They are constructed of dishwas...
Stainless Steel
1990s Minimalist White Porcelain Tasca Vase by Lino Sabattini for Rosenthal
By Rosenthal, Lino Sabattini
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A sophisticated and striking Minimalist White Porcelain Tasca Vase designed by the celebrated Italian designer Lino Sabattini for Rosenthal Studio-Linie, Germany. This sculptural pie...
Porcelain
Vintage Rosenthal Porcelain Coffee or Tea Set, 1960s
By Rosenthal
Located in Bastogne, BE
Björn Wiinblad for Rosenthal - Studio Linie, Germany coffee or tea set. Large vintage German service of the famous Rosenthal Linie factory from Germany...
Porcelain
Rosenthal Studio Linie Glass Table Lighter Mid-Century Modern 1970s ca
By Linee Studio, Rosenthal
Located in Palermo, IT
Elegant and rare table lighter. Rosenthal Studio - Linie Sandblasted with signature on the base "Rosenthal studio linie". In clear and sandblasted crystal. Mechanism overhauled. Plea...
Crystal
$315Sale Price|30% Off
Vintage Rosenthal Crystal Paper Bag Glass Vase 1960'S Modern Design
By Rosenthal
Located in North Miami, FL
This textural lead crystal glass vintage vase is Rosenthal from the Studio Line Germany. It is the paper bag form in crystal. The play of light from the surface forms are beautiful. ...
Crystal
Set of 36 Papyrus Pattern Rosenthal Water, Wine and Champagne Crystal Stemware
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
This remarkable set of 36 crystal stemware pieces by Rosenthal, crafted in Germany circa 1985, exemplifies the brand’s iconic elegance and craftsmanship. The "Papyrus" pattern featur...
Crystal
Porcelain Vase by Björn Wiinblad Rosenthal Studio Line Germany, 1970
By Rosenthal, Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Op Art porcelain vase Producer: Rosenthal, Germany Designer: Björn Wiinblad Decade: 1970s This original vintage Op Art vase was produ...
Porcelain
Classic Rosenthal Turnus 24 % Lead Crystal Glass Vase Vessel Studio Line Germany
By Rosenthal
Located in Miami, FL
Striking original Rosenthal Turnus Geometric Lead crystal glass vase, Vessel by Rosenthal Studio Line made in Germany. Marked with black foil label Rosenthal classic, 24% lead-cryst...
Crystal
Rosenthal Porcelain Wall Plate by Bjorn Wiinblad, Germany, 1970s
By Bjorn Wiinblad, Rosenthal
Located in Delft, NL
Rosenthal porcelain wall plate by Bjorn Wiinblad, Germany, 1970s Square wall plate with round finish, designed by Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal,...
Porcelain
Rosenthal Dessert Plates Vintage Plates with Floral Pattern German Porcelain
By Rosenthal
Located in Bastogne, BE
Beautiful dessert plates of the finest white porcelain from the famous manufactory Rosenthal. Germany. The price per set of 3 plates. Plates have embossed edge surface and ...
Porcelain
Antique Rosenthal Porcelain Pierrot Clown Figurine No. 436 by A. Caasmann
By Rosenthal
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique German Jugendstil porcelain figurine. Designed by Albert Caasmann for Rosenthal in 1916. In the form of a Pierrot clown playing an acc...
Porcelain
Beautiful Collectible Plates Bjorn Wiinblad, Rosenthal, Germany, 1970s
By Rosenthal, Bjorn Wiinblad
Located in Bastogne, BE
Beautiful decorative plates designed by renowned Danish artist Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal. Germany. 1970s. Porcelain plates from the end of the 20th century based on the fair...
Porcelain