German porcelain

Old German porcelain, full of 18th-century patterns and featuring original signatures, has long been a symbol of prestige and luxury. Once reigning on aristocratic tables, today it can adorn your desk. All you need to do is take advantage of the offer from a trusted seller like Luxury Products.

German porcelain is synonymous with quality and prestige

German porcelain has always been a symbol of quality and prestige. It predominantly features baroque lines with floral decorations, which once adorned royal tableware and services. The first porcelain products in both Germany and worldwide were indicators of the material and social status of their owner. They most often reigned on aristocratic tables.

German porcelain services offered by famous manufactories, which have been on the market for centuries, guarantee high quality and exceptional, elegant design. Check out the classics you can find in our store.

A brief history of German porcelain

The history of German porcelain begins in the early 18th century. It was then that Friedrich Bottger invented its hard variety. Thanks to this discovery, and with the support of Augustus II the Strong, a porcelain factory was opened in Meissen. It was in this manufactory that the world's largest porcelain service, belonging to Count Heinrich Brühl, was created.

The beginnings of German porcelain production were mainly focused on the nobility and aristocracy. Ordinary people could only purchase it at the turn of the 18th and 19th centuries. Today, many manufactories draw inspiration from 18th-century German patterns. One of the greatest inspirations is the version with floral motifs, closely related to the famous service designed for Count Heinrich Brühl.

The most renowned German porcelain manufacturers

German porcelain is among the most sought-after worldwide. Its products, such as tableware, services, and figurines, impress not only with quality but also fit any interior. Here are five of the most renowned porcelain manufacturers in Germany:

• Weimar - the first porcelain products emerged from this manufactory at the end of the 18th century. It is characterized not only by an excellent concept for unique design but also by particular attention to even the smallest details.
  
  
• Seltmann Weiden - this brand boasts 200 years of history in porcelain production and its traditional decorations. Its assortment includes services, tableware, and figurines. You can find the manufactory's rich offer in our Luxury Products store.
  
  
• Tettau - the oldest porcelain factory in Bavaria. Its products are characterized by durability, subtle aesthetics, and, in most cases, handmade craftsmanship. The manufactory has been trusted by millions of customers, including those purchasing its products on our luxury sales platform.
  
  
• Villeroy Boch - a factory specializing in the production of ceramic products, including porcelain. It relies on exceptional precision and innovation. Its offer also includes other elements defining a given interior.
  
  
• Rossenthal - the famous "Sanssouci" tableware from this manufactory is a design by Karl Bayreuther. It is a classic service with traditional floral decorations.
  

How does it differ from ceramics?

All porcelain is ceramic, but the reverse is not necessarily true. A classic porcelain service is a luxury, designer, and extremely elegant product. To distinguish original porcelain from ceramics, pay attention to:

• sound - the melody of porcelain is very pleasant to the ear
  
  
• quality - porcelain guarantees the durability of elements and attention to the smallest details
  
  
• weight - ordinary ceramics are heavier than porcelain
  
  
• signatures - each piece of the porcelain set is signed
  
  
• design - German porcelain favors traditional decorations
  
  
• low thermal conductivity - porcelain retains heat longer than ceramics.
  

Old German Porcelain - Signatures

The first signature of original German porcelain, meaning "made in Germany," was created at the end of the 19th century. The manufacturers that used it guaranteed a high status for their products. However, elegant porcelain could also be purchased from other German factories that used their own signatures to identify their design and style.

Markings on German porcelain are quite an interesting topic. Books have even been published on this subject. These are catalogs that describe signatures from the beginning of the 18th century to the early 21st century. They not only specify the porcelain factory but also speak to the originality and unique design of this luxurious form of ceramics.

The Most Sought-After, Valued German Porcelain from Luxury Products

In our store Luxury Products, you can buy classic porcelain from renowned German factories such as Weimar, Seltmann Weiden, and Tettau. We offer sets with decorations reminiscent of 18th-century patterns. Their appearance delights all lovers of luxurious and prestigious products, and the classic service featuring a floral motif is closest to the famous service designed for Count Heinrich Brühl.

Our porcelain products fit any interior. They express royal manner, grandeur, and prestige. Their dignity is also highlighted by German precision craftsmanship. Therefore, you can purchase them at Luxury Products both for yourself and as a gift for a loved one. The porcelain we offer is perfectly suited as an exclusive gift for special occasions. See for yourself the classic German porcelain we have prepared for you.