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.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Rosenthal ceramics, porcelain, tableware, seating and more.
Aladdin Porcelain Plate by Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal
By Bjorn Wiinblad, Rosenthal
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Aladin and the magical lamp is the first Aladin plate in a series of 12 plates produced by Rosenthal and designed by Bjorn Wiinblad. In his 12 Aladin plates, Bjørn Wiinblad virtuously depicts the tale of Aladin from the well known fairy tale The Thousand and One Nights...
Porcelain
Original Rosenthal White Porcelain Flower Vase Hand Painted Gold Leaf Flowers
By Rosenthal, Bjorn Wiinblad
Located in Miami, FL
Striking original Rosenthal porcelain hand painted flower vase attributed to Bjorn Wiinblad and made in Germany by Rosenthal. The vase features multi floral blossoms in Gold Leaf. M...
Gold Leaf
Exceptional Bowl Plate in Queensberry Marble Pattern by Rosenthal Studio-Line
By Rosenthal
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A very large fruit bowl or plate in the Queensberry Marble pattern by Rosenthal Studio-Line. Nice addition to every room or table.
Porcelain
Coffee Tea Service Flash One Dorothy Hafner for Rosenthal Studio-Line
By Dorothy Hafner, Rosenthal
Located in Vienna, AT
Designed by Dorothy Hafner 1985 for Rosenthal Studio-Line Germany. Porcelain, mint green and black glazed, 11 pieces, 1 x coffee pot, 2 x coffee cup with saucers, 2 x plates, 2 x ...
Porcelain
1960's Rosenthal Porcelain Flower Vase
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
1960's modern large Rosenthal porcelain flower vase, in vintage original condition with minor wear and patina due to age and use.
Porcelain
$275Sale Price|21% Off
Porcelain Jewelry Dish by Rosenthal Hand Flower Design
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful small vintage German white porcelain and gold jewelry dish, circa mid-20th Century, Germany. A small bowl or dish featuring a hand with flowers design. By Rosenthal, Germ...
Porcelain
Bjorn Wiinblad Face Bowl For Rosenthal White Bisque Porcelain Germany 1960's
By Bjorn Wiinblad, Rosenthal
Located in North Miami, FL
This fabulous monumental vintage hallmarked porcelain white mat bisque face bowl was designed by Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal Studio LInie from Germany. It is textural and has raised...
Porcelain
$234Sale Price / item|40% Off
3 Rosenthal „Luise“ Midcentury Porcelain Pastel Vases, Fritz Heidenreich, German
By Rosenthal, Selb Porcelain, Fritz Heidenreich
Located in Vienna, AT
Up to three lovely mid-century vases from the 1950s. Designed by Fritz Heidenreich and executed by Rosenthal Germany, Kunstabteilung Selb. Made of porcelain / china, available in thr...
Porcelain
White China Porcelain Vase by Jan van der Vaart for Rosenthal
By Rosenthal, Jan van der Vaart
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An amazing china porcelain studio art vase made in Germany, by Jan van der Vaart for Rosenthal, circa 1980s. Vase is in very good condition with no chi...
Porcelain
Bavaria Rosenthal White Bisque Flower Vase 2D Forrest Royal Porcelain Germany
By Rosenthal
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern Rosenthal Bavaria white Bisque handmade German Royal Porcelain Op Art Relief Decor Flower Vase. White bisque porcelain vase...
Porcelain
$297Sale Price|30% Off
Tapio Wirkaala "Porcelaine Noire" Dish Plate for Rosenthal Studio Linie, 1970s
By Tapio Wirkkala, Rosenthal
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Vintage dish plate in black porcelain designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Studio Linie “Porcelaine Noire” serie with shiny and matte tone-on-tone dec...
Porcelain
1990s Minimalist White Porcelain Tasca Vase by Lino Sabattini for Rosenthal
By Lino Sabattini, Rosenthal
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
Rosenthal Art Deco Porcelain Vase, Enameled, Germany, Circa 1940
By Rosenthal
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Porcelain vase, imitating paper bag. Signed Rosenthal, Studio Linie, Germany, Maison. Germany, CIRCA 1940.
Ceramic
Service for Six Rosenthal “Romance” Crystal Stemware by Bijorn Wiinblad
By Bijorn Winblad, Rosenthal
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Rare 1970’s German Rosenthal crystal stemware service for six by renowned Danish artist Bijorn Wiinblad. Part of Rosenthals “ Romance” Studio Line....
Crystal
Wall Mounted Glass Sculpture designed by Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal
By Bijorn Winblad, Rosenthal
Located in Antwerp, BE
Wall plate by the Danish designer Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal made of metal wall mounted sheet lacquered in black and gilt with glass faceted frosted Art Glass.Limited edition from ...
Art Glass
1990s Pop Art Marylin Monroe Glass Tray Signed by Andy Warhol for Rosenthal
By Rosenthal, Andy Warhol
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This striking vintage curved glass tray from the 1990s features Andy Warhol’s iconic pop art depiction of Marilyn Monroe, rendered in a bold and vibrant palette of turquoise, yellow,...
Glass
Set of Four Studio-Line Candlesticks by Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal Madonna
By Rosenthal, Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of four candlesticks of Madonna and baby Jesus with the three wise men by Danish artist-cum-designer Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal of Germany as part of their extensive artist-led...
Glass
Mid-Century Modern Bjorn Wiinblad Rosenthal Lidded Box, Quatre Couleurs
By Bjorn Wiinblad, Rosenthal
Located in Bochum, NRW
Bjorn Wiinblad Porcelain box, Quatre Couleurs, designed for Rosenthal, Germany, 1981 A white porcelain lidded box, decorated with a liquid gold painted motif, in four shades of gold....
Porcelain
Rosenthal, Art Deco Porcelain Trumpet Vase with Flowers & Gilding, circa 1933
By Rosenthal
Located in Chatham, ON
Rosenthal- Art Deco transfer decorated and gilded porcelain trumpet vase - featuring tulips and floral blossoms and leaves to all sides in orange, puce and tan - all on a cream groun...
Gold Leaf
Raymond Peynet for Rosenthal Studioline Rare Mid-Century Modern French Sculpture
By Rosenthal, Raymond Peynet
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Beautiful Mid-Century porcelain sculpture designed by French artist / cartoonist Raymond Peynet (1908-1999) for German porcelain manufacturer Rosenthal in circa 1958, as part of the ...
Porcelain, Pottery
1973, Verner Panton, 1-2-3 Serie Easy Chair in Original Panton Fabric
By Rosenthal, Verner Panton
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...
Metal, Chrome
Rosenthal, Bjorn Wiinblad, Midcentury Ceramic Charger, Germany, circa 1960s
By Bjorn Wiinblad, Rosenthal
Located in Chatham, ON
ROSENTHAL (Manufacturer, 1879-Present) - BJØRN WIINBLAD (Designer, 1919-2006) ROMANZE (Studio Line) - midcentury large ceramic charger - featuring a modernist textured finish with gi...
Ceramic
Set of Two Anthracite Bisque Porcelain Skyscraper Vases by Rosenthal Germany
By Rosenthal
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Set of Two Rosenthal Bisque Porcelain Studio Art Vases – Germany, 20th Century An exceptional set of two bisque porcelain studio art vases by Rosenth...
Porcelain
White ceramic '60s 12-piece coffee & tea service by Wirkkala for Rosenthal
By Tapio Wirkkala, Rosenthal
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Splendid 12-piece white & grey ceramic tea & coffee service with rare decoration, made in the 1960s and 1970s by Rosenthal based on a design by Tapio Wirkkala. The service is incom...
Ceramic
$1,225Sale Price / set|30% Off
Vintage Rosenthal Madeleine 87 Piece Dinner and Tea Set
By Rosenthal
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This is a vintage 87 piece set of Rosenthal Madeline dinnerware and tea set from 1931 in Germany featuring a lively art deco design and a 24k gold r...
Porcelain
Rosenthal Crystal water glasses Richly Decorated 8 pcs
By Rosenthal
Located in Verviers, BE
Rosenthal Crystal water glasses Richly Decorated 8 pcs Photography fails to capture the beauty of the pieces. In real-time, they look stunning. Very good condition Please don't ...
Crystal
Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal Studio-Line -NOS- Pair of Glass Candle Holders
By Bjørn Wiinblad, Rosenthal
Located in St. Louis, MO
Bjørn Wiinblad for ROSENTHAL Germany studio-line, pair of candle stick holders "Form without a name". Candle holders are made of textured glass, comes with original candles and box. ...
Glass
Rosenthal Andy Warhol "Golden Angels" Plate, New in Box
By Andy Warhol, Rosenthal
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Rosenthal Studio-Line Andy Warhol Christmas Golden Angels plate. New in box. Andy Warhol, quite possibly the greatest pop artist of our time, ...
Porcelain
1970, Verner Panton, 1-2-3 Serie Office Chair, Original Panton Fabric by Kvadrat
By Rosenthal, Verner Panton
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible ...
Metal, Chrome
Rosenthal Studio Line Porcelain Plate by Björn Wiinblad 'Limited Edition'
By Rosenthal, Bjorn Wiinblad
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Stunning wall plaque by Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal. The plaque was produced in 1975 in an edition of 5000, and this one is number 1328. The text on the plate is German ‘auch die...
Porcelain
Rosenthal Andy Warhol "Golden Angels" glasses
By Rosenthal, Andy Warhol
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Rosenthal Studio-Line Andy Warhol christmas golden Angels glasses. Andy Warhol, quite possibly the greatest pop art artist of our time, loved Christmas and was known for giving his f...
Glass
$360Sale Price|20% Off
Rosenthal Porcelain Figurine Of A Fox Terrier Dog
By Rosenthal
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Rosenthal porcelain figurine of a dog. It depicts a very well done hand painted white, brown and black Fox Terrier dog. He is standing up with a sweet gaze trying to tell you to pick him up. The Rosenthal Group...
Porcelain
Modernist White Porcelain Vase by Rosenthal Studio-Linie
By Rosenthal
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice modernist white porcelain vase by Rosenthal Studio-Linie, circa 1970s. The vase is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 6"W x 3"D x 6"H. ...
Porcelain
German Crystal Cocktail or Aperitif Glasses Rosenthal Studio-Line, Set of 5
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful set of five (5) Rosenthal Studio-Line German crystal cocktail or aperitif glasses, circa mid-20th century, Germany. Beautiful crystal barware glassware and a great addition to any bar, bar cart, etc. Each with maker's mark "Rosenthal", "Studio-Line", as shown in last image. Dimensions: 6.88" Height. German liquor...
Crystal
Rosenthal "Venetian" Partial Dinner Service Set, 91 Pieces
By Rosenthal
Located in Astoria, NY
Rosenthal "Venetian" Partial Dinner Service Set, comprising: twelve dinner plates, twelve soup bowls, twelve dessert plates, twelve bread and butter plates, twelve small bowls, fourt...
Ceramic
Hans Wohlrab Rosenthal Studio-Line ”Acropolis” Diabolo White Porcelain Vase
By Rosenthal
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This elegant Rosenthal Studio-Line Diabolo vase was designed by Hans Wohlrab, showcasing the refined minimalism and sculptural quality characteristic of his mid-century work. Crafted...
Porcelain
$383Sale Price|30% Off
Tapio Wirkaala "Porcelaine Noire" Centerpiece for Rosenthal Studio Linie, 1970s
By Tapio Wirkkala, Rosenthal
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Centerpiece, fruit bowl, plate in black porcelain, vintage modernism, designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Studio Linie “Porcelaine Noire” serie...
Porcelain
Bjorn Wiinblad White Porcelain 10.5" Plate for Rosenthal, Germany, 20th Century
By Rosenthal, Bjorn Wiinblad
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Bjorn Wiinblad White Porcelain 10.5" Plate for Rosenthal, Germany, 20th Century.
Porcelain
$419Sale Price|20% Off
Bjørn Wiinblad Christmas plate 1971 "Mary with baby Jesus"
By Rosenthal, Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in Brønshøj, DK
Bjørn Wiinblad porcelain Christmas plate 1971, produced By Rosenthal. Motif: Maria with the Child Designed by: Bjørn Wiinblad. Diameter: 11" - 29 cm Comes in original box. Box h...
Porcelain
Finest Quality Rosenthal Germany Siamese Kitten Cat Porcelain Figurine
By Rosenthal
Located in Tustin, CA
Finest quality, vintage retired, handmade and hand painted in Germany, Rosenthal porcelain Siamese kitten or cat figurine designed by well known deceased German artist, Fritz Heiden...
Porcelain
Mid-Century German White Porcelain Vase by Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal, 1960s
By Rosenthal
Located in Hamburg, DE
Elegant, white porcelain vase according to a design by Bjørn Wiinblad from the 1960s. The decor is embedded shows a fine relief with a matt finish. This piece has an attribution mark...
Porcelain
33cm Op Art 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 produ...
Porcelain
Set of 2 Vintage German Glass Fortuna Line Vases from Rosenthal
By Rosenthal
Located in Hamburg, DE
Elegant glass vases of Rosenthal in two sizes. H: 25 / 20.5 cm W: 9.5 / 9 cm This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Glass Color: Green Period: 1970s ...
Glass
Set of 2 Abstract porcelain Vases by Cuno Fischer for Rosenthal, Germany, 1980s
By Cuno Fischer, Rosenthal
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Op Art porcelain vase set of 2 Producer: Rosenthal, Germany Designer: Cuno Fischer Decade: 1980s Set of two graphic, modernist porcelain vases by German painte...
Porcelain
$139Sale Price|20% Off
Bjørn Wiinblad Christmas Plate 1991 "Christmas Carols"
By Rosenthal, Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in Brønshøj, DK
Bjørn Wiinblad porcelain Christmas plate 1991, produced by Rosenthal Motif: Kommet, ihr Hirten Designed by: Bjørn Wiinblad Diameter: 11" - 29 cm Comes in original box. Box has s...
Porcelain
Tureen Porcelain Rosenthal, Germany
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
A German white porcelain soup stew tureen with hand-painted floral design and gold detail, circa mid to late-20th century, Germany. Tureen, with lid, has an octagonal shape and openi...
Porcelain
Rosenthal Studio Line Porcelain Relief Plaque by Natale Sapone 'Limited Edition'
By Natale Sapone, Rosenthal
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Stunning wall plaque by Natale Sapone. The plaque is "new" because it has been kept in its original box. The plaque was produced in 1972 in an edition of...
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
Marcello Morandini Serpentina White Porcelain Vase Pair for Rosenthal, 1980s
By Marcello Morandini, Rosenthal
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of matte white porcelain “Serpentina” vases designed by Marcello Morandini for Rosenthal Studio-Line. The larger vase, form 3773/32, is stamped 1985; the smaller, form 3773/26, ...
Porcelain
Postmodern Hilton Series Plate from Rosenthal, 1980s
By Rosenthal
Located in Hamburg, DE
Postmodern Hilton Series Plate from Rosenthal, 1980s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Ceramic S...
Ceramic
Rosenthal Jugendstil Porcelain Clock with the Goddess Diana (Artemis) the Hunter
By Rosenthal, Karl Himmelstoss
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Jugendstil porcelain clock. By Rosenthal. In blanc de chine porcelain with gilt accents throughout and a gold washed clock face. Perched atop the clock is the Godde...
Porcelain
$260Sale Price / item|20% Off
Midcentury Modern Rosenthal Studio Line Ashtray Catchall Tapio Wirkkala
By Tapio Wirkkala, Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
*Three (3) available, each sold separately, as per listing. German white porcelain ashtray (or catchall) in the 'variation' pattern, Midcentury Modern period, attributed to Finnish...
Porcelain
1990s Minimalist White Porcelain Tasca Vase by Lino Sabattini for Rosenthal
By Lino Sabattini, Rosenthal
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 German Studio Line Brotzeit Ceramic Vase from Rosenthal
By Rosenthal
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage German Studio Line Brotzeit Ceramic Vase from Rosenthal, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970 to 1979 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials...
Metal
Postmodern Glass Candleholder from Rosenthal Studio Line, 1980s
By Rosenthal
Located in Hamburg, DE
Postmodern Glass Candleholder from Rosenthal Studio Line, 1980s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials...
Glass
$139Sale Price|20% Off
Bjørn Wiinblad Christmas plate 1983 "Nativity of Jesus"
By Rosenthal, Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in Brønshøj, DK
Bjørn Wiinblad porcelain Christmas plate 1983, produced by Rosenthal Motif: Silent Night Holy Night Designed by: Bjørn Wiinblad Diameter: 11" - 29 cm Comes in original box and p...
Porcelain
Vintage German Hand-Painted Charger or Wall Plaque by Rosenthal Studio-Line
By Rosenthal
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Large decorative charger dish, centerpiece or wall plaque in handpainted ceramics. Designed and made at Rosenthal in Germany circa 1970-80. It...
Ceramic
Earthy Rosenthal Pottery Vase with Beautiful Decoration
By Rosenthal
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Beautiful Rosenthal vase having grey background and abstract decoration in orange, pale yellow, blue and green. CT
Earthenware
Very Large Elegant White Porcelain Vase
By Rosenthal
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Beautiful very large vintage Rosenthal Studio Line Polygon porcelain vase designed b Tapio Wirkkala, having a minimalist white glazed faceted body with a scalloped multi sided rim.
Porcelain
Rosenthal Porcelain Charger Bjorn Wiinblad of Mid Summer Night Dream Germany 70s
By Rosenthal, Bjorn Wiinblad, Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in Miami, FL
Rosenthal porcelain charger of Mid Summer Night's Dream motif by Bjørn Wiinblad from the 1970s. Lovely and fun interpretation of a scene from Shakespeare's play of reposing nude on t...
Ceramic, Porcelain, Pottery