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Set of 6 Antique PT Tirschenreuth Bavaria Strawberry Plates – Signed Curt Olivier
Item Overview
Up for sale is a stunning, exceptionally rare matching set of six (6) antique porcelain plates, produced by the prestigious Porzellanfabrik Tirschenreuth factory in Bavaria, Germany. These gorgeous pieces feature an exquisite, vibrant botanical motif of ripe summer strawberries growing on the vine, accompanied by delicate white flowers and multi-tone green foliage.
Each plate is fully hand-painted above the glaze with a deep green gradient wash, a finely scalloped rim, and brilliant gold gilt accent borders.
Artist & Manufacturer Authentication
* **Artist Signature:** Each plate is hand-signed on the front face by the celebrated historical studio porcelain painter, **Curt Olivier**.
* **Factory Backstamp:** The reverse side bears the official green underglaze **PT Bavaria** crown, shield, and wreath insignia utilized by Porzellanfabrik Tirschenreuth between **1903 and 1927**.
* **Workshop Guild Marks:** Original painter/batch inventory tracking marks (including "57.8 74") are cleanly handwritten in emerald green on the reverse glaze of the porcelain blanks.
Specifications
* **Quantity Included:** 6 matching plates
* **Diameter:** 6.25 inches (Standard Bread & Butter / Small Appetizer Size)
* **Material:** Fine Translucent German Porcelain
* **Country of Origin:** Bavaria, Germany
* **Production Era:** Edwardian / Early 20th Century (Circa 1903-1927)
Condition Report
These plates are in excellent antique condition, showcasing beautiful preservation given their 100+ year history:
* **Structural:** Absolutely no chips, hairline cracks, fleabites, or repairs anywhere on the porcelain bodies.
* **Surface Painting:** The hand-painted strawberry pigments remain vibrant, crisp, and glossy.
* **Gilt Wear:** Very minimal, age-appropriate light rubbing on the delicate outer gold gilt borders.
* **Glaze:** Smooth and glossy with excellent clarity.
*(Please carefully review all high-resolution listing photos to evaluate cosmetic details and confirm condition prior to purchasing).*
