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Rosenthal

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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.

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Creator: Rosenthal
Dealer: High Style Deco
Set of Four Rare Rosenthal Studio-Line Champagne Flutes by Michael Boehm
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
These gorgeous special edition handblown glass flutes are designed by Michael Boehm for Rosenthal. They are a modernist stylized abstract design and v...
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Late 20th Century German Modern Rosenthal

Materials

Glass

Art Deco Revival Translucent Channeled Curvilinear Ashtray/Bowl Signed Rosenthal
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Art Deco revival decorative bowl/ ashtray was realized by the esteemed German maker Rosenthal. It offers a graphic silhouette consisting of two conjoined demilune forms ...
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Rosenthal

Materials

Glass

Modernist Off White Ceramic Lidded Box with Stylized Apple Motif by Rosenthal
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated ceramic lidded box was realized by the esteemed maker Rosenthal. It features a round body with a sculptural pull in the form o...
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20th Century German Modern Rosenthal

Materials

Ceramic

Modernist Signed Rosenthal Emerald & Translucent Glass Art Nouveau Candle Holder
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
This stunning signed modernist vase was realized in Germany during the latter half of the 20th century by the esteemed maker Rosenthal. It features a translucent circular base in an ...
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20th Century German Modern Rosenthal

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Modern Crystal Centerpiece Bowl with Geometric Designs by Rosenthal
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
This elegant centerpiece bowl was realized by the illustrious 20th century design firm, Rosenthal, in Germany circa 1980. It features a circular form with a sunburst pattern in relie...
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1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rosenthal

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Crystal

Midcentury Porcelain Vase by Michael Boehm & Rosemonde Nairac for Rosenthal
By Rosenthal, Michael Boehm, Rosemonde Nairac
Located in New York, NY
This porcelain vase was designed by Michael Boehm and Rosemonde Nairac for Rosenthal's Studio Linie in the 1970s. The vase's bold elliptical shape is ...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rosenthal

Materials

Porcelain

Midcentury Speckled Bronze & White Porcelain Decorative Dish by Rosenthal
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated Mid-Century Modern decorative dish was realized by the esteemed maker Rosenthal in Germany, circa 1980. It features a square body with rounded sides offering a hig...
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1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rosenthal

Materials

Porcelain

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Rosenthal Studio Line, Christa Hausler-Goltz White Porcelain Bisque Vase
By Christa Hausler-Goltz, Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
Rosenthal Studio Line white porcelain bisque vase by Christa Hausler-Goltz. Beautiful rounded oblong form, with linear details. Measurements...
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Rare Presenter Set with Four Contemporary Whiskey Glasses Handmade in Stock
By Felicia Ferrone, Christopher Gentner
Located in Chicago, IL
Includes one rare presenter and four rare whiskey glasses Inspired by the pleasures of fine whisky, the rare presenter, by gentner design, elevates the experience through the art of presentation. The suspended tray with a unique handle allows it to be carried with one hand and prevents spillage of the rare glasses which are by ferrone. Material • borosilicate glass and tarnished brass type...
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2010s Czech Modern Rosenthal

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"Tentacle Flutes Set" Hand Blown Glasses by Simone Crestani
By Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
'Tentacle Flutes Set' Tentacle Flute Set is hand-blown flute glasses by Simone Crestani. Set includes 6 Tentacle Flute Glasses. The tentacle flute is one of the pieces from the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rosenthal

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Rosenthal Studio Line Porcelain Bisque Vase by Uta Feyl, Curved Geometric Shape
By Rosenthal, Uta Feyl
Located in New York, NY
Rosenthal Studio line white porcelain bisque vase by Uta Feyl, circa 1980s. Stunning curved geometric shape. Measurements: H 5" W 4.5" D 3.5"
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Rosenthal

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Hand Blown 'Hanami Champagne Cup Set' by Simone Crestani
By Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
'Hanami champagne cups set' This set includes 6 Hanami champagne cups by Simone Crestani. In their delicate shapes house a unique flower for each cup. Each flower is different...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rosenthal

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Black Stoneware Box with Lid by Christine Roland
By Christine Roland
Located in Æbelnæs, Stege
A unique stoneware box by Danish artist Christine Roland. Made from gritty, black stoneware with a silvery, black finish, referencing the artists Nordic background and dark, Scandina...
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2010s German Organic Modern Rosenthal

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Floral Porcelain Vase by Rosenthal
By Rosenthal, Rosemonde Nairac
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Urn shape floral motive porcelain vase by Rosenthal.
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Rosenthal

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 18 Hand Blown Crystal Cranberry Champagne Flutes With Clear Stems & Base
By Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This is an amazing example of the finest hand blown crystal in the form of champagne flutes. The body is a deep cranberry that is cased in clear crystal and then decorated with an Ar...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Rosenthal

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Eight Contemporary Minimal Clear Champagne Flute Glasses Handmade Czech in Stock
By Felicia Ferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
This set includes eight clear minimal Revolution Champagne Flute Glasses. Strikingly modern in form, the double ended contemporary Revolution Collection is handcrafted in the Czec...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Rosenthal

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Porcelain Vase by Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal
By Rosenthal, Bjorn Wiinblad
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rosenthal Porcelain vase by Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal. Decorated with a geometric pattern in different shades of gold. Signature sta...
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Rosenthal

Materials

Porcelain

Octagonal Crystal Bowl with Lid
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An octagonal crystal bowl with an octagonal lid. A very unique design and a compliment to any cocktail table - the piece is a nice decorative item or works well as a bowl for candy a...
Category

20th Century Modern Rosenthal

Materials

Crystal

Baccarat Crystal Lidded Candy Dish or Crystal Mustard Bowl
By Baccarat
Located in Miami, FL
A very good quality Baccarat crystal lidded candy dish or mustard bowl. This serving piece is in perfect condition, still has the original stic...
Category

20th Century French Modern Rosenthal

Materials

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Previously Available Items
Modernist Orange & Gilded Porcelain vase Vase with Dragon Motif Signed Rosenthal
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
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20th Century German Modern Rosenthal

Materials

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Signed Porcelain Set of Six Coasters '& Vessel' by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
This stunning signed coaster set was realized by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal in Germany, during the latter half of the 20th century. It features six coasters as well as a lidded bowl/ vessel to hold them. The plates offer a white porcelain body with raised and subtly channeled edges as well as rectilinear 24kt gold circumscribing the white center of each. The lidded bowl/ container reiterates this rectilinear gold detailing, and similarly has channel detailing running down the sides of the body. With its clean modernist lines and refined color palate, this set would be a winning addition to any style of interior from classic Mid Century Modern to contemporary. The lidded bowl is signed "Rosenthal design: Tapio Wirkkala Studio...
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20th Century Modern Rosenthal

Materials

Gold

Signed Modernist Hourglass Form Porcelain Vase by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal
By Tapio Wirkkala, Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
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20th Century German Modern Rosenthal

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Signed Modernist Ceramic Bone White Beaded Sculptural Vase by Rosenthal
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
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Art Deco Revival Translucent Channeled Curvilinear Ashtray/Bowl Signed Rosenthal
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
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Mid-Century Modern Circular Translucent Serrated Ashtray/ Dish Signed Rosenthal
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
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Modernist Matte Black Ceramic Vase by Martin Freyer for Rosenthal
By Rosenthal, Martin Freyer
Located in New York, NY
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1980s German Modern Vintage Rosenthal

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Ceramic

Midcentury "Soumi" Pattern Porcelain Service for 8 by Sarpaneva for Rosenthal
By Rosenthal, Timo Sarpaneva
Located in New York, NY
This elegant "Soumi" pattern service for eight was designed by the Finnish designer Timo Sarpaneva for Rosenthal and executed in Germany, circa 1976. Realized in fine white china with minimal decoration, this service is a study in the simplicity of excellent design. It features one coffee pot and warmer; eight dinner plates; eight cups and saucers, eight soup bowls; six assorted platters and three serving bowls. With its monochromatic palate and Minimalist aesthetic, this set is designed to allow the color and texture of the dishes to shine without distraction. It would be a winning addition to any table setting regardless of the style of interior. It is signed "Rosenthal Germany" and is in excellent vintage condition. Germany, circa 1976 Dimensions: Teapot (1) 8" W x 5" D x 7" H Teapot warmer...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rosenthal

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Mid-Century Modern Sculptural White Ceramic Vase by Johan van Loon for Rosenthal
By Rosenthal, Johan Van Logn
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated Mid-Century Modern vase was designed by the esteemed artist Johan van Loon for Rosenthal circa 1980. It features a highly sculptur...
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1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rosenthal

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Mid-Century Modern Circular Translucent Serrated Ashtray/ Dish Signed Rosenthal
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
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1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rosenthal

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Midcentury Orbital Striated White Ceramic Vase by Martin Freyer for Rosenthal
By Martin Freyer, Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Mid-Century Modern vase was designed by Martin Freyer for Rosenthal, circa 1980. It features an orbital sculptural form- full of verve and subtle movement- realized in ...
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1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rosenthal

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Mid-Century Modern Striated White Ceramic Vase by Martin Freyer for Rosenthal
By Martin Freyer, Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rosenthal

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Rosenthal furniture for sale on 1stDibs

Rosenthal furniture is available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive objects are often made of ceramics and are designed with extraordinary care. In our Rosenthal collection, there are many options to choose from, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. In-stock of these items we have 394 vintage editions, while there is also 0 modern edition to choose from. Many of Rosenthal's original furniture was created in the mid-century modern style in Europe during the 20th century. If you are looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Lore Friedrich-Gronau, Helmut Friedrich Schäffenacker and Lorenz Hutschenreuther. Rosenthal furniture prices can vary depending on size, time period and other attributes. Price for these items starts at $21 and tops out at $60,000, while pieces like these can sell for $568 on average.
Questions About Rosenthal
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Rosenthal china is still being produced. Rosenthal was founded in 1979 in Germany with a passion for innovation and design with high-quality materials and hand-painted designs. Shop a collection of authentic Rosenthal goods on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sambonet Paderno Industrie S.p.A. owns Rosenthal china as of January 2022. The Italian company purchased the porcelain manufacturer in 2009. Philipp Rosenthal founded Rosenthal in 1879 in Selb, Bavaria, Germany. You'll find a variety of Rosenthal china on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify Rosenthal crystal, look for one of the company's maker's marks. The German crystal manufacturer changed their hallmark many times over the years, so you can use an authoritative online reference to determine an approximate manufacturing date. On 1stDibs, find a selection of expertly vetted Rosenthal crystal.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Rosenthal porcelain is made in factories in Selb and Speichersdorf, Germany. Notably, the head of the Bauhaus school, Walter Gropius, designed the factory in Selb. Philipp Rosenthal founded Rosenthal in 1879. On 1stDibs, you can find a selection of Rosenthal porcelain.

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