Schwarzenhammer Bavaria US Zone Plate - Reticulated Porcelain with Flowers - 1940s - 26.5 cm

Fine porcelain decorative plate with a reticulated rim, produced by the German manufacturer Schwarzenhammer (Gebrüder Schumann) in Bavaria. This piece is notable for its complex hand-pierced technique on the wing and its vibrant polychrome floral decoration in the center.

Object History: The «Germany U.S. Zone» backstamp documents a precise and limited historical period: the American occupation of Germany after World War II (1945-1949). Schwarzenhammer, founded in 1905, maintained technical excellence even in this complex post-war period, exporting high-quality pieces that are now valued for their geopolitical context.

Details and condition:
- Period: 1945-1949 (U.S. Occupation Zone).
- Technique / Style: Reticulated (pierced) porcelain with gold leaf details and floral transfer.
- Diameter: 26.5 cm (10.4 inches).
- Weight: 495 g (1.09 lbs).
- Material: High-quality German porcelain.
- Condition: Excellent state of conservation. The porcelain shows no cracks, hairlines, or restorations. The gold rim decoration retains its original integrity with minimal wear consistent with age.

Usage and value: This piece represents an acquisition of interest for collectors of post-war European porcelain and specialists in Bavarian history. Its classic design makes it suitable for cabinet display or as a prominent wall decoration element.