ROSENTHAL Vintage Kronach Germany Orchard Porcelain Fruit Plate*Apple

This exquisite vintage porcelain cabinet plate showcases a brilliant European still life aesthetic, featuring a vibrant hand-painted composition of a ripe orchard apple, sweet cherries, plums, and a natural walnut nestled among soft green and autumn-toned foliage. The pristine white translucent porcelain body is designed with a classic smooth circular form framed by a thick, luxurious brushed gold gilded trim accent border along the entire outer rim. Manufacturer: Rosenthal Porcelain Manufactory Line Name: RC Kronach Group, Bavaria, Germany Pattern Name: Orchard, specifically recognized by collectors under the Handmalerei Hand-Painted Fruit Still Life Series Pattern Number: 140 or E&R Shield collection variant stamped on the base Estimated Production Era: Circa 1901 to 1925 based on the combination of the underglaze green printed RC crown over cross insignia from the Kronach factory and the specific blue overglaze E&R shield designation underneath. Diameter: 7 3/4 in Condition: Good vintage condition overall, highlighted by deep, unfaded fruit transfer pigmentation and clear glaze clarity. The thick outer gold gilded trim shows light scuffs, minor edge thinning, and subtle rubbing from past handling, while the reverse side exhibits typical light shelf grime on the unglazed foot ring and a superficial black spot from factory kiln firing, remaining completely free of structural chips, hairline cracks, or webbed crazing.