Wiinblad Rosenthal Appraisal

Rosenthal Studio-Line Collector Plate by Bjørn Wiinblad

This is a circular porcelain collector plate from the Rosenthal Studio-Line, featuring the distinctive whimsical art style of Danish artist Bjørn Wiinblad. The plate showcases two stylized figures with almond-shaped eyes and heavy-lidded expressions, characteristic of Wiinblad's 'Orientalist' or '1001 Nights' aesthetic. The figures are depicted playing stringed lute-like instruments against a deep cobalt blue background. The color palette is highly vibrant, utilizing flat planes of saturated primary and secondary colors including red, yellow, pink, and bright green. A prominent feature is the extensive use of raised, textured gold leaf (24k gold gilding) which outlines the garments, provides intricate patterns on the headpieces, and accents the musical instruments. The plate's design is executed with high-quality glazing techniques, resulting in a smooth, lustrous finish. The artist's signature, 'Bjørn Wiinblad', is clearly visible in gold script at the bottom right. Based on the style and typical Rosenthal production, this piece likely dates from the late 20th century (1970s-1980s). The condition appears excellent with no visible chips, cracks, or significant wear to the delicate gold overlay. The precision of the linework and the richness of the cobalt blue are hallmarks of Rosenthal's mid-to-late century craftsmanship.