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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Rosenthal by Ambrogio Pozzi White Rounded Plisse Porcelain Vase, Postmodern
By Ambrogio Pozzi, Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
Stunning white plisse porcelain vase by Ambrogio Pozzi for Rosenthal. The rounded pleat design reflects the light beautifully. Signed, see last photo. In good vintage condition, no c...
Ceramic
Wall mounted Frosted Glass Art object with the Parable of the Good Samaritan
By Rosenthal, Bijorn Winblad
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 ...
Sheet Metal
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
Wall Mounted Glass Sculpture designed by Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal
By Rosenthal, Bijorn Winblad
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
Quality Rare Rosenthal Bavaria German Shepherd Porcelain Dog Figurine Circa 1929
By Rosenthal
Located in Tustin, CA
Finest quality, vintage retired, handmade and hand painted in Bavaria, Rosenthal porcelain German Shepherd dog figurine. The dog has been ma...
Porcelain
Versace Rosenthal Porcelain Medusa Box, Red, Black, Gold 2010 Germany
By Rosenthal
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely Rosenthal Studio LIne Germany porcelain 2 part round box was designed by the Versace Home Collection and has the fabulous Medusa head and from the Medusa collection. It i...
Porcelain
Porcelain Wall Decoration by Tapio Wirkkala, Yearly Limited Edition 1971
By Rosenthal, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Uccle, BE
This porcelain wall decoration designed by Tapio Wirkkala is composed of inverted half bubbles on a gilded paint top surface, it is a lunar and poetic vision that Tapio Wirkkala offe...
Porcelain
$780 / set
Pair of Rosenthal Glass Vases
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
Nice pair of 1960s modern Rosenthal glass vases.
Art Glass
Versace Collection 'Floralia Gold' Wall Porcelain Plate by Rosenthal 7 inches
By Rosenthal, Gianni Versace
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Versace Collection 'Floralia Gold' Wall Porcelain Plate by Rosenthal 7 inches. The Versace Collection decorative wall plate is a work of art and the best expression of both, the eleg...
Porcelain
Set of 2 Original 70s Op Art Vase by Martin Freyer for Rosenthal, Germany, 1970s
By Martin Freyer, Rosenthal
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Op art porcelain vase set of 2 Producer: Rosenthal, Germany Designer: Martin Freyer Decade: 70s Description: T...
Porcelain
$140Sale Price|20% Off
Studio Line Vase by Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal
By Rosenthal, Bjørn Wiinblad
Located in San Diego, CA
Floral motif Studio Line vase by Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal, circa 1970s. The vase is signed by Danish artist-cum-designer Bjorn Wiinbla...
Porcelain
Porcelain Figure "Young Love", Germany By Rosenthal, 1910-1922
By Limburg, Rosenthal
Located in Rīga, LV
Porcelain figure "Young love", Rosenthal, sculptor: Josef Limburg, Germany, 1910 - 1922 Additional Information: Materials: Porcelain, underglaze hand painting Vintage from the 1...
Porcelain
Large Jan Van Der Vaart Porcelain Taurus Vase for Rosenthal Studio Line
By Jan van der Vaart, Rosenthal
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Striking large and colorful porcelain vase designed by influential ceramist Jan Van Der Vaart for Rosenthal and manufactured in Germany. This vase is in the Taurus pattern that has a curved shape with folded sides. The stylized decoration of a calla lily and leaves is by German artist and designer Brigitte Doege. Signed on the side and bottom. From Wikipedia: Johannes Jacobus (Jan) van der Vaart (The Hague, 17 October 1931 – Leiden, 8 November 2000) was an influential Dutch ceramist from the 20th century, known as founder of the abstract-geometric ceramics...
Ceramic, Porcelain
Set of 3 Original 1977 Tapio Wirkkala "Paper Bag" Ceramic Vases for Rosenthal
By Rosenthal, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of 3 original 1977 Tapio Wirkkala "Paper Bag" Ceramic Vases for Rosenthal. Great condition. Marked 'Rosenthal' 'Studio Linie' and 'Germany'. Measurements Large: 19,5 cm x 12,...
Ceramic, Porcelain
Theo Baumann Rosenthal Turquoise Porcelain Vase and Lidded Box Set, 1964–1965
By Hans Theo Baumann, Rosenthal
Located in Berlin, DE
A three-piece Rosenthal Studio-Line porcelain set designed by Hans Theo Baumann, comprising two vases and a lidded box. Produced in Germany in 1964–1965, the group combines glossy tu...
Porcelain
Rosamonde Nairac Rosenthal Vases, Porcelain, Abstract, Yellow, White, Signed
By Rosemonde Nairac, Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
Set of four Rosamonde Nairac for Rosenthal Studio Line porcelain vases, white, yellow, blue, signed. In the 1970's, Rosenthal Studio-Line commissioned artist Rosamonde Nairac to desi...
Porcelain
Large Art Deco Figure Group 'Young Love' by J. Limburg Rosenthal, Germany
By Rosenthal
Located in Vienna, AT
Admirable Rosenthal figurine group by Josef Limburg Manufactory: Rosenthal / Selb / Bavaria / Germany Dating: manufactured circa 1925 Material and technique: porcelain / chinaware / painted / glossy finish Design: Josef Limburg 1923 'Young Love' Two naked cherubs kissing each other; a seated putto hugs the second boy crawling towards him and kisses him on the mouth; modest painting; The group of figures is based on a flat rock...
Porcelain
Martin Freyer Plissé Porcelaine Noire Vase for Rosenthal, Germany, 1970s
By Rosenthal, Martin Freyer
Located in Berlin, DE
Martin Freyer Plissé Porcelaine Noire vase for Rosenthal Studio-Line, Germany, 1970s. This sculptural black porcelain vase is part of Rosenthal’s celebrated Studio-Line production an...
Porcelain
Rosenthal Eosin Porcelain Vase Trio by Johan van Loon and Helmut Drexler, 1990s
By Rosenthal
Located in Berlin, DE
Curated trio of Rosenthal Studio-Linie porcelain vases pairing Johan van Loon’s folded forms with Helmut Drexler’s satin-iridescent Eosin decoration. The finish shifts between gold,...
Porcelain
Postmodern White Glazed Porcelain Glove Mold by Rosenthal
By Rosenthal
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1970s. This mold is made in glazed porcelain. It was inspired by those ones designed by Gio Ponti for Ginori. This is a vintage piece, therefore it might show slight t...
Porcelain
Large Mid-Century Modern Glass Vase by Tapio Wirkkala
By Tapio Wirkkala, Rosenthal
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Impressive, statuesque glass vase by Finnish designer, Tapio Wirkkala, for Rosenthal Studio-Line of Germany. Composed of thick glass sculpted to look like ice. Largest example manufa...
Glass
Large Porcelain White Gold and Black Pattern Vase by Rosenthal
By Rosenthal
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large Rosenthal porcelain vase, decorated with a topography pattern in white gold and black. Signature stamp on bottom.
Porcelain
Mid-Century Tapio Wirkkala “Paper Bag" Vase For Rosenthal, Germany c.1970s
By Rosenthal, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in London, GB
For sale the iconic “Bag Vase”, designed by the great Finnish glassmaker, industrial designer and artist, Tapio Wirkkala, circa 1977, for Rosenthal’s Studio Line "DO NOT LITTER" rang...
Ceramic, Porcelain
Rare Barbara Brenner Rosenthal Studio Linie Op Art Wave Vase Germany Mint
By Barbara Brenner, Rosenthal
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Rare Barbara Brenner Rosenthal Studio Linie Op Art Wave Vase Germany Mint Rare Barbara Brenner Rosenthal Studio Linie Op Art Wave Vase Germany Mint Spectacular Modernist Barbara ...
Porcelain
Mid-Century Crystal Ashtray with Crenelated Angular Motif Signed Rosenthal
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
This Mid-Century Modernist crystal ashtray, crafted circa 1980 and signed by Rosenthal, exemplifies the sleek sophistication and sharp aesthetic associated with Modernist design. Th...
Crystal
Livio Seguso Murano Ribbed Textural LInes of Gray White Black Glass Bowl Vintage
By Livio Seguso, Rosenthal
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning large almond shaped Italian Murano hand blown glass bowl by Livio Seguso for Rosenthal Studio LIne Germany is from the 80's. It has gradients of the colors of gray, black, light gray, white and clear. The outside is textural with ribbed glass blown lines of black gay...
Blown Glass
$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
Vintage Rosenthal Porcelain Candelabra Germany
By Rosenthal
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Striking mid-century modern four-arm candelabra crafted in white porcelain with rich gilt detailing. Rosenthal, Germany, this sculptural candleholder features elegant curved arms, go...
Porcelain
Set of Three Vintage Rosenthal Ceramic Sculptural Paper Bags by Tapio Wirkkaia
By Rosenthal, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in North Miami, FL
This vintage set of 3 complete white glazed ceramic crushed bags of white porcelain were manufactured by Rosenthal and designed by Tapio Wirkkala in the 1970s. They are called " The ...
Ceramic
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
Rare pair Bjorn Wiinblad ceramic Mermaid Candlesticks
By Bijorn Winblad, Rosenthal
Located in London, GB
Pair ceramic candlestick holders by Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal. c1970 Whimsical style mermaid candleholders.
Ceramic
Rosenthal studio linie flash one vase ceramic , 1980s Memphis
By Rosenthal
Located in Delft, NL
Rosenthal studio linie flash one vase ceramic , 1980s Memphis
Porcelain
Rosenthal Glass Vase by Martin Freyer for Rosenthal Studio Line 1970s
By Rosenthal
Located in Delft, NL
Rosenthal Glass Vase by Martin Freyer for Rosenthal Studio Line , 1970
Art Glass
Tapio Wirkkala Huge Paper Back Vase for Rosentahl, 1977
By Rosenthal, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Munich, DE
Rare large paper bag vase designed by Tapio Wirkkala and manufactured by Rosenthal, Germany 1977. This vase is made of porcelain (stoneware) and looks like a paper bag. The vase is m...
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
Martin Freyer Rosenthal Bisque Porcelaine Paper Relief Vase Op Art 1970s
By Rosenthal
Located in Delft, NL
Martin Freyer Rosenthal Bisque Porcelaine Paper Relief Vase Op Art 1970s
Porcelain
Hand Painted Rosenthal Vase in Multicolors
By Rosenthal
Located in Kansas City, MO
Abstract hand painted ceramic pottery vase by Rosenthal, Germany, 1960s. No chips, cracks, or repairs. Small areas of discoloration from use over time. A fine example and ready to use.
Ceramic
Emmanuel Babled Baobab Porcelain Vase Duo for Rosenthal, 1990s
By Emmanuel Babled, Rosenthal
Located in Berlin, DE
Baobab porcelain vase duo designed by Emmanuel Babled for Rosenthal Studio-Line and produced in Germany during the late 1990s. The set comprises one glossy black vase with a broad, g...
Porcelain
Vintage Bjorn Wiinblad Studio Line Rosenthal Germany
By Bjorn Wiinblad, Rosenthal
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
$140Sale Price|20% Off
Post Modern Rosenthal Art Glass Bowl by Eric J Roush
By Rosenthal
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and graphic oval glass art bowl by Rosenthal. This beautiful piece from the late 90s is graphic and detailed. It shares yellow and amber tones along with a smoke purple ton...
Glass
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
Studio Line "Porcelain Noire" Gilded Vase by Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal
By Bjørn Wiinblad, Rosenthal
Located in San Diego, CA
Studio Line "Porcelain Noire" gilded vase by Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal, circa 1970s. An exquisite and highly collectible porcelain vase designed by the world-renowned Danish arti...
Porcelain
Mid-Century Modernist Hand-Blown Teardrop Form Glass Vase in Yellow and Scarlet
By Rosenthal
Located in New York, NY
Introduce a splash of vibrant artistry into your home with this exquisite Mid-Century Modernist Hand-Blown Teardrop Form Glass Vase, signed by Rosenthal. Crafted in Germany during th...
Blown Glass
Rosenthal Porcelain Figurine of a Penguin
By Rosenthal
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine mid-century Rosenthal porcelain figurine. In the form of a penguin. Marked with an impressed H.361 to the base. The design is attributed to Theodor Karner. Simply a wonde...
Porcelain
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
Rosenthal Studio-Line Crystal Vide Poche Change Tray or Ashtray
By Rosenthal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rosenthal Studio-Line clear and frosted crystal cube vide-poche, change tray or pocket emptier / Made in Germany Original mark on the side Length: 4 inches / Width: 4 inches / Height...
Crystal
Original 1977 Tapio Wirkkala "Paper Bag" Ceramic Vase for Rosenthal
By Rosenthal, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Malmö, SE
Original Tapio Wirkkala "Paper Bag" porcelain Vase for Rosenthal. Early production, made between 1979 and 1980. Excellent condition. Marked 'Rosenthal' 'Studio Linie' and 'Germany'...
Ceramic, Porcelain
Six Crystal Christmas Wall Plates by Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal
By Rosenthal, Bjorn Wiinblad
Located in Asti, Piemonte
Bjorn Wiinblad for Rosenthal Hand-decorated glass plates in bright colors. With Wiinblad's distinctive look, these plates are as much a decorative piece as they are a festive piece; the colors are exquisite and the classic Wiinblad look. Equipped with a hook on the back to display them on the wall or place them on a plate stand. Signed and dated 1979, 1977, 1980, 1976, 1981 and 1978. Biography Bjørn Wiinblad was a Danish painter and ceramicist known for his whimsical illustrations and carefully designed household objects. Wiinblad’s signature round-faced, smiling figures in fantastical or folkloric settings, made him a popular and admired creative talent in his native country. Born on September 20, 1918 in Copenhagen, Denmark, he trained as a typographer before becoming an artist. He worked extensively with the Nymolle and Rosenthal pottery companies, designing a commemorative annual Christmas plate for the latter in 1971. His illustrations for Hans Christian Anderson’s The Swineherd won an award from the American...
Crystal
ROSENTHAL Studio Line Wolf Bauer - Porcelain Vase - Germany - Circa 1970's
By Rosenthal, Wolf Bauer
Located in Chatham, ON
ROSENTHAL Studio Line Wolf Bauer (Designer) - Mid Century gilt and floral decorated vase - signed in the design - Rosenthal stamp to the base - Germany - circa 1970's. Excellent/m...
Ceramic
Javier Mariscal Leones Four Porcelain Vases for Rosenthal, 1990s
By Javier Mariscal, Rosenthal
Located in Berlin, DE
Complete set of four “Leones” porcelain vases designed by Javier Mariscal for Rosenthal Studio-Line. Their stepped forms become individual characters through painted faces, profiles,...
Porcelain
Rosenthal Debut Porcelain Vase Pair by Boehm and Nairac, 1990s
By Rosenthal, Rosemonde Nairac, Michael Boehm
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Rosenthal Studio-Line “Debut” porcelain vases combining Michael Boehm’s flattened forms with geometric decoration by Rosemonde Nairac. Produced in 1991 and 1993, their stagge...
Porcelain
Tapio Wirkkala Porcelaine Noire Vase and Ashtray, Rosenthal, 1960s
By Tapio Wirkkala, Rosenthal
Located in Berlin, DE
Pairing of Tapio Wirkkala’s Model 7156 vase and coordinating ashtray in black Porcelaine Noire for Rosenthal Studio-Line. Rounded glossy bodies contrast with finely ringed matte surf...
Porcelain, Bisque
Martin Freyer Porcelaine Noire Vase Pair for Rosenthal, 1970s
By Martin Freyer, Rosenthal
Located in Berlin, DE
Curated pair of Porcelaine Noire vases designed by Martin Freyer for Rosenthal Studio-Line. One is tall and narrow; the lower vase is covered with a dense, wave-like relief. Matte bl...
Porcelain, Bisque
Martin Freyer Plissée and Cascade Bisque Porcelain Vases, Rosenthal, 1972
By Rosenthal, Martin Freyer
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of white bisque porcelain vases designed by Martin Freyer for Rosenthal Studio-Line. The tall “Plissée” vase has a finely pleated surface, while the lower “Cascade” vase feature...
Porcelain, Bisque
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
Exceptional Mid-Century Uta Feyl "Venus" Ceramic Vase for Rosenthal Studio Line
By Rosenthal
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An exceptional mid-century studio art ceramic vase designed by Uta Feyl for Rosenthal, Germany, dating to the 1970s. This striking piece exemplifies the refined craftsmanship and mod...
Ceramic
Martin Freyer Plissée White Bisque Porcelain Vase Pair for Rosenthal, Germany
By Martin Freyer, Rosenthal
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of white bisque porcelain vases from the “Plissée” series, designed by Martin Freyer for Rosenthal Studio-Line in 1968. This curated pairing brings together two later examples o...
Porcelain, Bisque
Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Porcelain Wide Mouth Vase, Western Germany, 1960s
By Rosenthal, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Bochum, NRW
Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, Germany Wide mouthed vase in white porcelain, ribbed rim, hand painted with fine thin gold lines. Very good used condition. Dimensions: Height 17 cm [6 ...
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
Abstract Floral Vase Rosenthal Studio-Line, by Wolfgang Bauer 1970s, Germany
By Rosenthal, Wolfgang Bauer
Located in Andernach, DE
1970s - 1980s vase by Rosenthal, Studio-Line. Wonderful colourful abstract shape and decoration: flowers in bright pastel colours with golden outlines on a cr...
Porcelain