RARE C.G. Schierholz & Sohn Plaue Porcelain Reticulated Oval Basket Candy Dish For Sale

RARE C.G. Schierholz & Sohn Plaue Porcelain Reticulated Oval Basket Candy Dish

Value Insights

This exquisite porcelain piece was crafted by the renowned C.G. Schierholz & Sohn factory in Plaue, Germany. Founded in 1817, the manufactory became famous for its ornate, floral-encrusted decorative porcelain, often featuring reticulated (lattice-work) designs. The inclusion of the 'C. Reizenstein' mark suggests it was retailed through the prestigious Charles Reizenstein Sons gallery in Pittsburgh, a prominent importer of fine European porcelain in the early 20th century. Collectors highly prize these items for their delicate, labor-intensive craftsmanship, particularly the hand-applied porcelain flowers and intricate gilding. Its value is supported by the provenance of the retailer and the historical reputation of the Plaue factory, making it a desirable example of late 19th to early 20th-century German decorative art.