Royal Bayreuth Trompe-l’Oeil Porcelain Plate, 1900 - Tomato & Cabbage

Exceptional hand-painted porcelain plate by Royal Bayreuth, Germany, modeled as a ripe tomato resting within textured cabbage leaves accented with delicate white blossoms. Executed in the celebrated trompe-l’oeil tradition for which Royal Bayreuth became internationally renowned, the piece combines sculptural modeling, vivid coloration, and remarkable attention to naturalistic detail.

Highly collectible and increasingly difficult to find, this decorative plate exemplifies the whimsical vegetable and fruit forms that have made Royal Bayreuth one of the most desirable names in figural porcelain. Equally striking displayed on a wall, cabinet, or table, it pairs beautifully with majolica, botanical ceramics, and other nature-inspired decorative arts.

A charming and sophisticated example of German porcelain craftsmanship from the early twentieth century.

Details

• 1stDibs reference: LU10969250363192
• Period: Early 20th Century
• Date: 1900
• Origin: Germany
• Materials: Porcelain
• Techniques: Hand-Crafted
• Style: Art Nouveau
• Dimensions: H 1 × W 7.5 × D 7.5 × L 1 IN
• Condition: GOOD