Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica openwork lunch plate in hand-painted porcelain.

Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica openwork lunch plate in hand-painted porcelain with flowers and gold decoration. Model: 20/3554 Dating: 1964 Latin name. In perfect condition. First fa...

Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica openwork plate in hand-painted porcelain with flowers and gold decoration. Model number 20/3554. Diameter: 23 cm. In perfect condition. 1st Factory q...

A superb example of Meissen craftsmanship, this hand-painted porcelain plate features a finely reticulated border of raised grape leaves and vines, accented throughout with hand-appl...

This hand-painted porcelain plate by Royal Copenhagen is adorned by the firm's highly regarded Flora Danica pattern. While the majority of the motifs in the Flora Danica pattern capture the native fungi and flowers of Denmark, this plate is part of a rare series of crustacean motifs. At its center is a life-like representation of the Nephrops norvegicus, or Norway lobster, while the creature’s Latin name is inscribed on the reverse. Accented with a delicately gilded edge, this plate is a testament to the skill and talent of Royal Copenhagen artists. Once the porcelain supplier to the Queen of Denmark, Royal Copenhagen is known throughout the world for their quality craftsmanship and creative innovation. Founded in 1775 under the authority of Queen Juliane Marie, the first pieces ever produced were complex dining services for the Danish Royal Family...