E&AMag Bavaria Covered Sugar Bowl with Floral Garland Motif
Decorative Art / Porcelain / Ceramic • E&A Mag (Eisenberg & Ammon, Marktleuthen, Bavaria, Germany)
Style & Movement
Traditional Bavarian European Tableware Design / Neo-Classical Revival
Medium & Technique
Glazed hard-paste porcelain with polychrome enamel transfer printing and hand-applied gilding (gilt accents)
Creation Period
Mid-20th Century, circa 1930s-1950s
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 6 to 7 inches in diameter (standard sugar bowl/handled basin format)
Subject Description
A porcelain lidded sugar bowl featuring a white glazed body adorned with delicate pink and purple floral garlands tied with ribbons, interspersed with geometric borders and medallions. The piece includes ornate two-handled side grips on the base tray and a prominent bulbous gilded finial on the lid.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good. The glaze remains brilliant and glossy, with intact enamel colors and minimal wear to the gilt highlights.
Estimated Market Value
30 USD - 75 USD
Auction Estimate
20 USD - 50 USD
Provenance History
Marked with '44/1 E&AMag Bavaria' on the underside (based on owner information). Likely acquired as part of a larger coffee or tea service set exported from Germany, passed down through private family collection.
Art Historical Significance
Representative of the rich history of Bavarian porcelain manufacturing and export ware from the mid-20th century, reflecting the enduring popularity of romantic floral motifs in domestic table settings.
Notable Features
The distinctive E&A Mag Bavaria maker's mark combined with the elegant integrated handled saucer base, ribbon-and-garland decal pattern, and a solid gilt finial.
Condition Issues
Minor surface wear consistent with age and gentle use, potentially slight rubbing to the high-point gilding on the finial.
Conservation Recommendations
Hand wash only with mild soap and warm water; avoid abrasive sponges and dishwashers to protect the delicate enamel and gold gilding. Store safely with padding between stacked pieces if part of a set.
Collector Notes
44/1 Eamag Bavaria 15