Rosenthal Bavaria Pattern 3306 Oval Serving Platter
Decorative Art, Ceramic Tableware • Rosenthal Porcelain Factory (Selb, Bavaria, Germany)
Style & Movement
Neoclassical / Art Deco transitional period
Medium & Technique
Glazed hard-paste porcelain with acid-etched or encrusted gold gilding
Creation Period
Early to mid-20th Century (circa 1920-1940)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 12 to 14 inches in length; Oval format
Subject Description
A minimalist, elegant utilitarian vessel featuring a white ground. The primary ornamentation consists of a wide border of encrusted gold leaf featuring a geometric repeating ticker-tape or stylized laurel band design between double gold fillets.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; appears structurally sound with minor surface abrasions consistent with use
Estimated Market Value
$40 - $75 USD
Auction Estimate
$30 - $60 USD
Provenance History
Likely part of a full dinner service produced in Bavaria; carries the internal factory pattern number 3306 as indicated by the owner.
Art Historical Significance
Represents the high-quality industrial porcelain production of the Rosenthal factory, which was a leader in German luxury ceramics during the early 20th century.
Notable Features
The '3306' pattern is characterized by its sophisticated encrusted gold band, a technique involving etching the porcelain before applying gold to create a textured, light-catching effect.
Condition Issues
Slight wear to the gold gilding on the outer rim; minor stacking scratches on the central glazed surface; light tarnish to gold.
Conservation Recommendations
Hand wash only with mild detergent; avoid abrasive sponges and dishwashers to preserve the gold leaf; store with felt separators.
Collector Notes
rosenthal bavaria 3306