1890s Porcelain Wilhelm & Graef, German, Reticulated Gilt Cabinet Dessert Plates Set of 12

Description

12 Antique German Reticulated Gilt Cabinet Dessert Plates - Cobalt Blue & Gold - Wilhelm & Graef Importer 8" Circa … more 12 Antique German Reticulated Gilt Cabinet Dessert Plates - Cobalt Blue & Gold - Wilhelm & Graef Importer 8" Circa 1890's

Stunning fine porcelain plates made in Germany and Imported by Wilhelm & Graef. Henry T Wilhelm & Frederick T Graef went into business and their store was hailed the best place to buy china if one couldn't get to Europe. A fine China Retailer/Importer located at 1143 Broadway, NYC, USA Circa 1875-1900

These intricately detailed with gold filigree around the cobalt blue band with raised hand painted florals & gold scrolls. Exquisitely finished pointed edges with gold gilt outlines. These are so delicate and finely done they remind one of pastries.

A fine porcelain marked with pattern #4446 15/26 and a Crown Mark of Wilhelm & Graef, (Importer), & Made in Germany.

Condition: These plates appear to not have been used in near Mint condition. A few had still had some residue from the retail stickers. One (1) of the twelve has a minor flake off the back of one of the points on the underside, only found by going over these with a fine tooth comb. (See last photo). You may find an ever-so-slight scratch in the blue simply from settling, not utensil type scratches.

These are a very rare find and a highly collectible set of china to display or use for your finest desserts.

Size 8" Diameter. Net Wt. 6 lb. 15 oz. less